India, Oct. 27 -- Festival gatherings in Indian homes are often known for the food, the familiar recipes and the conversations around the dining table. From hot puris and halwa to laddoos, traditional dishes bring people together. However, preparing festive food while managing work, shopping and household responsibilities can leave hosts with little time to enjoy the occasion themselves. The key is to make the kitchen more organised without compromising on taste or tradition. Thoughtful pantry planning, quality ingredients, advance preparation and a menu that suits different preferences can simplify festive cooking. Yatish Talvadia, founder and ceo of Anmasa, shares how households can make festive hosting more manageable while preserving ...