Cucumber is a fruit from the Cucurbitaceae family. Scientifically known as Cucumis sativus, it belongs to the same family as zucchini, watermelon, pumpkin, and other types of summer squash. The plant where cucumber grows is a creeping vine that develops these cylindrical, edible fruits throughout the year.Different varieties of cucumber are grown in different regions of the world. Cucumbers,...
This long (sometimes round), fleshy, and purple veggie is often one of the last options in your gourmet menu. There is a misconception that it is not as nutritious as the other much-lauded vegetables. Also, we assume that any dish that includes Brinjal is going to be bland. But who says Brinjals have to be boring? From ratatouille made in the romantic city of Paris to the Brinjal parmesan made in the beautiful cliffside of Sicily, this vegetable is a part of many savoury dishes that people all over the world absolutely drool over...