Food Guides

South Indian lime pickle in a glass jar — proper storage tips for gingelly oil based pickles
July 5, 2026
Most pickle storage guides are written for vinegar-based pickles. South Indian pickles preserved in gingelly oil play by different rules. Here's exactly what to do.
Heralekai (citron) pickle — Karnataka's traditional citrus pickle by The Flavor Bag
June 21, 2026
Heralekai, narthangai, kanchi kayi — three names for one of Karnataka's oldest citrus pickles. What makes it different from lemon and lime, how it's traditionally made, and what to eat it with.
Appe Midi Pickle by The Flavor Bag — traditional Karnataka tender mango pickle
June 14, 2026
Appe midi pickle is Karnataka's most beloved tender mango pickle — made from tiny, tangy mangoes grown in the Malnad region's Western Ghats. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Best South Indian Pickles to Buy Online — The Flavor Bag Heritage Pickles collection
May 31, 2026
A complete guide to the best South Indian pickles you can buy online in India — from Andhra mango avakai to Karnataka appe midi, gongura, lime pickle and more. Know what to look for and where to shop.