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If you love a warm, comforting, luxurious, and delicious plate of pasta, this list is for you. Pasta has become such a popular dish now that you can most often find it in all kinds of cafes, even the small kerb-side ones at walking distance from your house. You can also choose from a variety of raw pasta at your supermarket and cook it at home. However, if you want an authentic pasta experience in Delhi-NCR that will knock your socks off, you have got to try these amazing restaurants and cafes. Here are six of the best places serving mind-blowing pasta options in Delhi-NCR.

If you want to fall in love with your plate of pasta, Cafe Dali is a place you must try. From tagliolini to spaghetti, they serve a variety of comforting, buttery plates of pasta with fresh and the finest European truffles. This place will give you an authentic pasta experience for sure.

For all Aglio e Olio spaghetti pasta lovers, Cafe Delhi Heights can be your go-to place. The pasta tastes amazing every time, and the quantity served is also good. Other good pasta options include Rosa, Carbonara, Pesto, and Arrabbiata. Cafe Delhi Heights is located in multiple places, including Rama Krishna Puram, Saket, Janpath, Vasant Kunj, Red Fort, Netaji Subhash Place, Khan Market, Noida Sectors 104 and 63, and Ambience Mall and DLF Cyber City in Gurugram.

Sorrento serves authentic Italian food, located in the heart of New Delhi. This place is well-known for its fresh and authentic dishes, including artisanal pasta. Offering a range of pasta dishes to choose from, the Mushroom Tortelli pasta is much-loved for giving an indulgent experience.

No matter which area you stay in, there is a good chance you have a street food corner just around the bend, right? Delhi brings together so many cultures, and you can see it all play out in its street food. From rich Mughlai favourites to Tibetan snacks, from South Indian classics to big Punjabi flavours – Delhi’s street food markets offer everything you could want. Whether you have grown up in Delhi, just shifted here for work, or are simply visiting, these spots need to be on your list.
You cannot talk about Delhi street food and not mention Chandni Chowk. From deep-fried parathas and creamy lassi to that rich rabri-jalebi plate and the cloud-like Daulat ki Chaat, this market is food heaven. The vibe changes with the season – both summer and winter have their own charm. It is best to go on a weekday to avoid the huge crowd.

Amar Colony Market is always buzzing, especially with college students and regulars. Hunger Strike is the crowd-puller, known for its spicy tandoori momos. You will also find tasty rolls at Tunday Kababi, loads of gol gappa stalls, mocktail counters, and thick shakes served in quirky cups.

Jama Masjid Market is a must-visit if non-vegetarian food is your thing. If it is summer, definitely try the chilled Mohabbat Ka Sharbat. Dig into smoky kebabs, flavour-packed biryani, and rich Shahi Tukda that tastes just right after a spicy meal.
Connaught Place has both high-end restaurants and solid street food. Try the mini samosas at Yogesh Mini Samosa stall, or walk over to Darshini Cafe for a dosa that hits the spot. And if you are heading towards Janpath, stop at Depaul’s – their cold coffee is legendary and even Shah Rukh Khan swears by it.

Yes, Lajpat Nagar is great for shopping, but the food scene here is equally strong. Ram Laddoo Food Corner is known for its crunchy ram laddoos served with green chutney and grated radish. Then there is Golden Fiesta, famous for those colourful jar ice creams that feel like childhood in a cup.

Indian street food is made with a melange of spices, ingredients and flavours that give it a special appeal. When you bite into a plate of chaat, tikki, gol gappa and other dishes, we guarantee you’ll be hit with a wave of flavours ranging from sweet and spicy to tangy. While some elements of your street food may dissolve quickly in your mouth, others may be crunchy. Whatever the texture is, it will undoubtedly be delectable. The best part, though? Every city in India has something special to offer. Similar to how diverse the nation is, so is the food. For instance, Mumbai is known for vada pav, Delhi for samosa and Kolkata for kathi rolls. If you are someone who loves to try different cuisines, trying out local cuisine should be on top of your radar. In fact, no tour is ever complete without indulging in the authentic street-style delicacies the city has to offer. Whether grilled over an open flame, deep-fried or eaten cold, streetside nooks and stalls are surrounded by swarms of people eating lip-smacking food.

Given this, here’s a list of the most popular street foods in India. These street foods will tempt your taste buds like no other food in the world. Take a look below.

 Come summers, temperatures begin to soar high leaving everyone feeling fatigued, sweaty and messed up. Staying hydrated is the most important factor to keep going in this sweltering heat and maintain good health. Your body tends to lose water at a faster pace due to excessive sweating. While water is the utmost important drink to quench thirst, you can try other summery beverages that not only satisfy your thirst but also keep your body cool. As we welcome summers, let us refresh and replenish our body with some of the best summer beverages in order to beat the heat. We suggest a bunch of summer drinks that you must not miss out on.

An absolute lip-smacking drink that is mostly popular in Maharashtra is made with our favourite king of fruits- mango. This refreshing summer drink is prepared using mango pulp and blended with cumin, jeera and mint leaves. This drink does not only keep you refreshed but also energized through sunny days. Here’s an amazing recipe of aam panna that you’d love to savour every day.
Jaljeera is made using jeera and water. The cumin seeds or jeera is roasted and made into coarse powder and mixed in water. This solution is best for people dealing with digestion problems, especially during summers. Gulp down a chilled glass of jaljeera and endure summers like never before. Here’s a recipe of iced jaljeera that you’d love to savour every day.

Ramadan 2025: The holy month of Ramzan is here, and along with it the festivities. While it is the time for prayers and devotion, you can also look forward to snack time post the fast to make it a delicious affair. During Ramzan, various streets and corners are occupied by vendors selling lip-smacking Iftar treats like kebabs, samosas, biryani, nihari, seviyan, phirni, malpua and others. Not just Muslims, but people of all religions are seen heading to these stalls and indulging to their heart’s content after the prayers. 

Be in Mohammed Ali Road in Mumbai or Old Delhi‘s Jama Masjid, these streets come alive during this festival to offer devouring dishes to satisfy every person’s cravings.

But if you have friends and family coming over home and you wish to create the same Iftar experience for them, then we present our 11 best Iftar snack recipes that are guaranteed to impress. You needn’t toil through traffic and narrow lanes in search of food, but create them easily in the comfort of your home with as much love. You can start with dates, since it plays such a significant role during the festival, making interesting snacks like stuffed dates and fudges, and then unleash meaty treats like boti kebabs, shawarma, keema samosa, raan, brain cutlets and many other lip-smacking delicacies. Take a look, put your apron on and get cooking!

The Houston stop of Beyonce’s “Cowboy Carter” tour took a tense turn on Saturday night when a technical issue caused her mid-air car prop to tilt dangerously during her performance, reported Variety.

According to the publication, while singing “16 Carriages” at the NRG Stadium, Beyonce was riding a flying car– a special prop she uses to get closer to fans — when it suddenly started tipping to one side. The crowd gasped and screamed as the car leaned further, raising concerns for the star’s safety. However, Beyonce was safely and quickly lowered to the ground. After she returned to the stage, the singer reassured fans with a smile, saying, “If I ever fall I know y’all would catch me.” The crowd responded with loud cheers and applause.

Mallika Sherawat has shared a no-makeup selfie video to make a strong statement against using botox and artificial cosmetic fillers. Mallika’s video came just two days after reality show star and actor Shefali Jariwala’s untimely death at the age of 42.

While initial reports into Shefali Jariwala’s death suggest she died of a cardiac arrest, the exact cause is yet to be determined. According to the medical probe, the actor’s death is said to have been “due to low blood pressure, cardiac arrest and heavy gastric condition”.

• Mallika Sherawat, 48, shared a selfie video on Sunday (June 29) on her Instagram page.
• In the video, Mallika says, “Good Morning. I just woke up and thought I will make this selfie video and share it with you all.”
• “There’s no filter I am using, there’s no makeup I’ve put on. I haven’t even brushed my hair yet,” she added 
• “This is the first thing I am doing. I am sharing this video with you so that we all can say together, “No to botox, No to artificial cosmetic fillers, and yes to life, yes to a healthy way of living. Love you all,” the Murder star appealed to fans and followers in the clip.
• Mallika captioned the video, “Saying NO to Botox & Fillers. Instead of chasing youth with these artificial procedures, I’m nurturing it from within. Eating clean, hydration, sleeping early & exercises are some of the practices I regularly follow. Let’s embrace our natural glow.”

Tunisia, where the Arab Spring began, did not wait or depend on external forces to engineer a change. It was implemented by Tunisians themselves. Any Iranian Spring, too, must begin in Iran.

Once again, regime change is back on the agenda. What began as a military operation by Israel for the destruction of Iran’s nuclear facilities soon morphed into calls for a regime change in the country. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recorded video messages directly appealing to the people of Iran, assuring them that Israel had nothing against them and that it was their regime that Israel was against.  Even the US joined in the chorus with President Donald Trump saying on Truth Social, “It’s not politically correct to use the term, “Regime Change,” but if the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!”

Meanwhile, missiles and drones flew back and forth between the Jewish state and the Islamic Republic till the US intervened. It first bombed the three main nuclear sites, including Fordow, buried under a mountain  – the effectiveness of these strikes is still being analysed –  and then declared a ceasefire, bringing the 12-day war to an end, at least for now.

In 2022, a dear friend took me to an Independence Day reception in New York City, which we both immediately regretted attending. It was an extremely high-profile event with Mayor Eric Adams and a foreign president as chief guests, excellent waterfront views, exquisite cocktails, and great-looking food. The said friend and his wife are mild-mannered stalwarts of the Indian community in the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. We were horrified by the way many of the community members behaved during the reception. The guests’ speeches were interrupted by the chants of an Indian political leader’s name. The hosts’ addresses were eologies dedicated to the same leader. One almost forgot the geographical location of the gala. To this day, I remain awestruck by my friend’s patience and good humour with which he tolerated that evening’s grotesqueness. The same grotesqueness has translated into slander against New York City’s first Indian-origin mayoral candidate, who’s almost set to occupy the office. Suddenly, many Indians’ urge to claim anyone even remotely Indian in terms of their genetic makeup for achieving anything on the global stage has turned into outright hate. It doesn’t matter anymore that the 33-year-old Zohran Kwame Mamdani is the son of National Award and Padma Bhushan-winning filmmaker Mira Nair. It also doesn’t matter that his platform has promised to make New York a livable city for everyone, especially those who cannot cocoon themselves in the sense of safety their wealth buys – the immigrants. 

Actor-model Shefali Jariwala died on Friday night at the age of 42, with initial reports suggesting that she died of a cardiac arrest.

The death of ‘Kaanta Laga’ fame Shefali Jariwala, who reportedly died due to a cardiac arrest last week, has once again put a spotlight on the rising cases of heart attacks in adults in India. The disturbing increase of cardiovascular diseases in even those people who keep themselves seemingly fit, is a cause of concern – and triggers a question: are fitness therapies and workouts enough?

Dr Dhirendra Singhania, Principal Consultant of Interventional Cardiology at Yashoda Super Speciality Hospitals in Kaushambi, spoke exclusively to NDTV on the issue, saying the major causes of risk in heart attacks are: steroids, lack of sleep, and hormonal therapies (especially for women).

“Everyone, whether a celebrity or a common man, if they are not following the rules of the body, they will have problems. In celebrities, they all try to maintain their body for fit appearances. Many times, we don’t know what they do to achieve that. Lack of sleep has been known as a cardiac risk factor – many celebrities are awake for almost the whole night at times,” he said.

Dr Singhania added, “Steroids, drug overdoses, and hormonal therapies for women, such as hormone replacement therapy (HRT for menopause) and oral contraceptives, can contribute to heart attack risk.”

Additionally, the cardiologist said stress and social media addiction contribute to increased blood pressure and cortisol levels – which eventually lead to cardiovascular diseases.