Onion: Dhai Akshar Pyaaz Ke

Naan Curry with Sadaf and Archit

In this episode, our 2Gs, the Gourmands & Geeks - Sadaf and Archit will take away your tears by telling you about a vegetable you probably take for granted - onions. They discuss:

1. Why do onion prices keep fluctuating?
2. The historical significance of onion
3. What does Hindu and Buddhist literature say about onions?
4. Why hoarding is good for the society
5. Health benefits of onions

So, sit back and relax, let our 2Gs cry and you fry some onion pakoda while you lend them your ears. Important links to geek out more:

1. Research Paper: Origin and History of Onions” by Dr. Indu Mehta
2. Article: The story of the humble bulb by Kaushik Das Gupta
3. Article: Bhavesh Joshi Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai?
4. Video: The Stinking Story of Onions
5. Video: What Do Prices "Know" That You Don't?

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