Check out our list of essentials to see which desi and world-cuisine delights need to find a coveted place in your kitchen. There’s something delectable for all lovers of gourmet food here!

By ANANYA BAHL

KASHMIRI FOREST HONEY BY THE HOUSE OF ORIGINS

Surely every wellness routine needs a spoonful of this key ingredient! Produced by Apis bee species attracted to wildflowers in Kashmir, this delicious honey is manufactured in accordance with Ayurvedic principles by the local Lethapora folk of the region. Health in every bite!

₹349; thehouseoforigins.com

KOREAN GOCHUGARU HOT PEPPER POWDER BY URBAN PLATTER

Smoky and piquant, this fiery seasoning is perfect for lovers of this enticing Asian cuisine. Amp up your kimchis, jjigae stews, bibimbaps, and noodles with a sprinkling of this magic ingredient that sways with texture and taste in a delightfully flavourful dance!

₹295; urbanplatter.in

PARMA HAM PROSCIUTTO (ITALY) BY MEATIGO

Craving a Friday night in, replete with your favourite show and some charcuterie classics to graze on? Start with this delicate, meaty delight. Aged for at least 18 months, it pairs great with pesto, burrata, and cherry tomatoes on a grazing board, or spread across a pasta, pizza, and even a sandwich. Talk about being wonderfully versatile!

₹399; meatigo.com

POTATOCHIP CHOCOLATE ORIGINAL BY ROYCE’ CHOCOLATE

Savour the unique mix of salted chips coated with just the perfect dash of sweet milk-chocolate in this yummy combination! Lay it out on a grazing snack board or simply sip your favourite drink alongside these crunchy bites. Ideal for an indulgent date or movie night.

₹1,495; royceindia.com

ALMOND BUTTER CREAMY (BLANCHED) BY ARTÍSANTÉ

Vegan deliciousness in every scoop! Made with California almonds, lightly roasted for that extra nutty flavour, and absolutely sugarfree, it’s a great accompaniment to toasts, pancakes, waffles, and smoothie bowls. Its luscious texture ensures it spreads easily and evenly on your food.

₹440; artisante.in

CEREMONIAL MATCHA GREEN TEA, 30G + BAMBOO WHISK BY HEAPWELL

With premium leaves sourced from Japan’s Kyoto and Kagoshima regions, this delicious matcha tea can be enjoyed all year round. And the bright-green hue, saccharine aroma, and refined taste is sure to elevate your teatime. Comes with a bamboo whisk for easy use.

₹1,599; heapwell.in

PECAN STICKY CROISSANT BUN BY SUCHALI’S ARTISAN BAKEHOUSE

There’s something so comforting about biting into fluffy bread! Add to that the scrumptiousness of brown butter, pecan meal, and cinnamon sugar, and you have this delicious croissant-bun that will spruce up your breakfasts and brunches. Oh, and the butterscotch sauce on top is simply heavenly!

₹220; suchalisartisanbakehouse.com

MEDALLION – MARINATED GOAT MILK FETTA BY ELEFTHERIA

Seeking to indulge in a Mediterranean diet? Reach out for this pillowy, bite-sized cheese aged for up to five months. Drenched in rich olive oil and dressed with a tempting array of Italian herbs, this spiced-up cheese is the perfect appetiser! Enjoy with a side of toasty garlic bread.

₹500; eleftheriacheese.com

FARM MADE SAFFRON MISHRI BY SĀTMYA

Here’s an indigenous classic that’s a gourmet find unto itself. Get back to the basics with this unrefined candy sugar enriched with the antioxidant properties of Kashmiri kesar (saffron). Not only can it sweeten your drinks but can also help calm coughs and colds.

₹400; brownliving.in

VERDE CHILLI OLIO ITALIANO BY SMALL BATCH

A lip-smacking, herby concoction that marries Italian flavours with the piquant pull of green chillies! Enriched with extra virgin olive oil, this condiment is the perfect accompaniment to your pastas, grilled meats, seafood, and salads.

₹650; smallbatch.co.in

ORGANIC JAGGERY CUBES: PURE SHRIRAMPURI GUR BY AAZOL

Take inspiration from the culinary heritage of Maharashtra with these bite-sized nuggets of gur (jaggery). Crafted with natural sugarcane from the region’s certified farms and enriched with cow ghee, they’re sure to add a sweet touch to a healthy and happy you.

₹750; aazol.in

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