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Zee Zest presents new culinary show ‘Patt-ay Ki baat’
Mumbai: Zee Zest has recently launched its new show, Patt-ay Ki Baat. The show carries a unique concept with a different perspective on green leafy vegetables and herbs found in India and globally. Hosted and directed by celebrity chef Ajay Chopra, Patt-ay Ki Baat airs every Thursday and Friday on Zee Zest SD & HD, and Zeezest.com at 1.00 p.m.
Using 48 different kinds of ingredients such as fenugreek, moringa, coriander, curry, bay, colocasia, sage, thyme, rosemary, and more, the show is set to showcase unique dishes using these leaves as a spice/flavouring agent, a main course ingredient, and a cooking agent that will surely add a newfound freshness to every meal!
Speaking on the concept of the show, Zee Zest business head Amit Nair said, “Leaves have always been present in most of our meals and have been a part of Indian heritage since time immemorial due to their medicinal, aromatic, herbal, and flavorful properties, but they haven’t received the spotlight they deserve. This is why Patt-ay Ki Baat highlights a sense of urgency or importance in its concept that focuses on showcasing the benefits, elements, and utility of leaves, which hasn’t been done before. We hope audiences will find inspiration from the various nutritious and tasty recipes we have curated and can adapt the same as they cook nourishing food to keep their families healthy too.”
Users can avail more useful information from Patt-ay Ka Corner and Patt-ay Ki Tip. Patt-ay Ka Corner is a kitchen corner with homegrown leaves and herbs that give the space a healthy and refreshing vibe, whereas Patt-ay Ki Tip solves a common recurring problem of quickly drying leaves with helpful suggestions on preserving them.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
