What is Chai Masala? In ancient India, “chai” was originally used to describe anything with herbs that could be brewed. “Masala” means spice blend. Many tea experts believe the “first” masala chai drinks were developed by traders from Gujarat, Maharashtra and Bengal. In India, each family has its own treasured version of Chai Masala. It’s […]
Sweet, spicy and rejuvenating for the senses, chai is the perfect drink for chilly days! And to celebrate American Thanksgiving with our US friends, this recipe combines everyone’s fall fave pumpkin spice with healthy Indianlife Chai Masala and brown sugar! Serves 2 to 4 people Pumpkin Spice Blend: 1 cup pumpkin puree 3/4 cup raw […]
September marked our annual pilgrimage to the Canadian Health Food Association East industry show in Toronto. We’re pleased to be able to share some of the healthy Fall food trends coming our way for 2018-2019. Fermented foods are centuries old. But they’re also today’s newest food trend, and they’re not just for yogurt or kimchi […]
In the bustling streets of Mumbai and Bombay, savvy street vendors elevate the sandwich to an art form. There are as many street food kiosks as there are vendors and sandwich varieties. While it can take hours to prepare each ingredient from scratch, Indianlife makes it easy with fresh-ground spices, chutneys and more! These cities […]
Summer 2018 will enter the record books for temperatures that have literally set the world on fire. From massive wildfires in Greece, Europe, western parts of Canada and the US, to tragic flooding in Japan and East Asia, record temperatures are being registered worldwide. In Algeria, the hottest temperatures ever were recorded in Africa. And […]
It’s no secret that much of North America is feeling the heat this July. If you’re heading out on the trail it’s crucial to stay hydrated. And packing healthy snacks can help you maintain energy and alertness whether it’s a day hike or overnighter. Once you choose your destination, it’s a good idea to research […]
Pakoras are fritters traditionally fried in ghee. These delicious morsels of chickpea or other flours, vegetables and spices have become one of the world’s most popular appetizers. Pakoras originated in the Indian subcontinent, and there are as many types of pakoras as there are families to create them. Pakoras are usually served as snacks or […]
We get a lot of questions about our wraps – and for good reasons! We’re famous for the fastest-rollin’ Non-GMO Project verified wraps in the business in an amazing array of colors and flavors, with Certified Organic and authentic Indian spiced options available. Our wraps are professional chefs’ and deli favorites for flavor, strength and […]
At Indianlife we believe you should be able to choose what you eat, and know what you’re eating! We support GMO labeling and are proud to be North America’s leading Indian Food company offering an ever-growing selection of Non-GMO Project Verified foods. No surprises, just peace of mind and great taste that’s good for you, […]
Chutneys originated in India as a way of preserving food from the harvest, and as part of Ayurvedic medicine. These tasty relishes created from fresh-ground fresh fruits or vegetables, herbs and roasted spices have a long history tracing back to 500 BC. In India chutneys are served with almost every meal. There are as many […]
