You must have your list of Holi celebration food ready to go, but there is a definite reason for this last-minute addition. It’s pani ke phulke, a street-style chaat unlike any you’ve had before. Don’t let the name confuse you — there’s no flatbread (or phulka) involved here. And this isn’t a drink to hydrate with. It’s a chaat and packs in all the flavours that make chaats a favourite across regions. Here, the phulke are actually small fritters made from moong dal. You could also make them from besan, but the dal ones absorb water better. The pani is a tangy, spicy concoction, similar to the golgappe ka paani and made from coriander and raw mango pulp or tamarind water (for the tang), and local spices. The two come together to form a unique chaat popular in UP and Bihar in India. So if you’re tired of the usual chaat and pakoras, try the pani ke phulke.

Pistachio frozen yoghurt cup is a healthy frozen dessert that still feels indulgent. These are a treat for the eyes as well as the taste buds and are made with only three ingredients. There’s Greek yoghurt, crunchy pistachios and a natural sweetener, mixed and frozen into convenient individual portions. You get a protein-rich, probiotic-packed dessert that's far healthier than traditional ice cream but equally satisfying. What makes this recipe especially appealing is its versatility – you can enjoy these yoghurt cups plain for a guilt-free snack, or elevate them by dipping them in melted chocolate and sprinkling extra pistachios for a more luxurious treat.

Khapli Atta Banana Sheera draws from India’s long-standing halwa tradition while reviving the legacy of emmer wheat. Khapli, one of the earliest cultivated grains in India, now accounts for barely 1% of national wheat production and is grown in Maharashtra, Northern Karnataka, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh. Once sidelined due to lower yield and tough husk separation, it is witnessing renewed appreciation for its naturally low glycaemic index, low gluten content and dense nutrition. Aashirvaad Namma Chakki 100% Khapli Atta, when paired with ripe bananas and slow-roasted in ghee, this sheera becomes more than a dessert; it becomes a nourishing seasonal comfort, especially suited for cooler months and festive mornings.