Episodes

  • Batteries recharged and bellies bursting at the seams — we’re back!

    This new season of Getting Lost with Archit & Shirin, we’ll explore what it means to be a ‘grown up’ in the kitchen, eat intuitively and not obsessively, and experiment without throwing a tantrum 🕺 Tune in for the ride!

  • We're back, and it's time for war. Tune in to judge & pick your preferred way to make Tiramisu - a classic italian dessert that lives rent free in our heads and homes. Are you one to stick to the rules or are you down to simplify? Whichever it is, we want to know!

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  • Easy margaritas. Fancy margaritas. Slushie margaritas. Rocky margaritas. Sugar-free margaritas? All these and more explained in today’s episode!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at ⁠⁠@architlost⁠⁠ and on the web at ⁠⁠lifeofsimpletreats.com⁠⁠

    Producer & Editor: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • A well-made martini is elegant, exciting and whispers "party" with every sip. In this ep, learn how to make, order and uplevel the perfect martini directly from Ishrat Kaur - brand ambassador at Bacardi and former empress of ceremonies at our favourite bar in Delhi PCO.

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer & Editor: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Tired of stealing your parents’ hooch? Same. Tune in to learn the basics of starting a personal bar, making your drinks stand out, and always being ready to entertain!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer & Editor: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • We’re back after a long hiatus, and we are here to talk to you about air fryers. Healthy or not? To buy or not? We discuss it all, and we drop some recipes! Tune in for some fun facts (read: banter)!  

    Here are some of our go-to air fryer recipes! 

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer & Editor: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Chai, samosa and the rain make the Holy Trinity, but we’re here to stir things up this monsoon! From twists on OG snacks to the perfect masala blend for your tea, we have lots in store for you. Tune in for the best rainy day hacks!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer & Editor: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Move over, store-bought condiments. We make our own sauces, dips and potions here. Tune in to learn how to elevate your Dip Game and make entertaining as easy as finishing a family-size bag of your favourite chips in one sitting!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer & Editor: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • You guys ask us a LOT of questions - many that we don't have answers to. So when you requested (read: demanded) an episode on kitchen essentials, we knew we needed help. Join our special guest, Dhruv Agarwal, Founder & MD, Stahl and us as we talk all about shopping for and maintaining basics. Call it a lesson in adulting, if you will!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer & Editor: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • We did it. We dedicated an episode to chocolate. One of us wanted to do an entire season around this superfood but baby steps. Tune in to learn some very fun facts, get a beginner’s guide to cooking with chocolate and our personal favourite: understand how to shop for chocolate!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer & Editor: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Ever been at a social gathering, stuck in a huddle among your friends, heard some random chatter, and nodded along without understanding a word about wine? Us too, but not for long! 

    Tune in for a quick masterclass with Prithvi Nagpal and learn about the how’s, what’s and why’s of vino! 

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Did you Nani ever hide greens in your dal? Or tell you almonds will make you smarter than the neighbour's kid? Us too, friend. Us too. This episode is dedicated to the hacks our grandparents taught us: some genius, some hilarious. Bonus: Up your desi cooking game with Chef Sareen, Executive Chef at Punjab Grill, who pops in for a quick chat on making Indian food the way our grandparents did. 

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • To be able to bake the perfect cookie is a superpower. And today's episode is all about making you a cookie superhero. Tune in to understand the science behind the perfect cookie, get access to secrets that bakers don't often reveal, and figure out a way to bake cookies so good that they will elevate you to Captain status in any crew.

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Today, we’re sharing ideas, recipes, and memories from how we’ve spent the past year celebrating the important events that have taken place! To top it off, we’re airing this on Shirin’s birthday, hbd!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Indian summers are hot and have rarely anything to rejoice with other than celebrate the best fruit in the world: Mangoes! Join us as we chat about the many varieties of mango India has been blessed with, as well as the many many ways to eat & treat your favourite aam!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: from ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Learn all about lemons - from the zest and zing, to how to get the most out of each little yellow-green bomb full of flavour. Join us as we dive into the many ways lemons and limes can add life to your meals, share some very cool [we think so] facts, and reveal recipes that honour this beautiful fruit as the star that it was born to be.

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! In every episode, Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Today, we’re going to talk about salad for everyone (except the experts, sorry!). Tune in for humble hacks from home on how to toss the perfectly imperfect salad, learn to whip up all sorts of dressings and catch hold of what we call our Secret Sauce for foolproof green meals!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! Every episode Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: from ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • We’re going back to the basics with this one! Here’s your step by step guide to “all things” rice: from some fascinating fun facts (Only Archit thinks they are fun tbh) to making rice in a saucepan to getting that perfect bite in risotto. Beginner & expert friendly, we hope this episode makes everyone who listens want to cook!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! Every episode Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: from ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Dedicated to everyone who has DMed us with requests for egg substitutes that actually work! Let’s take a deep dive into why eggs are so important in baking so that you know why recipes have an egg in the first place. But of course, we’ll share egg substitutes that serve the same purpose. 

    Our goal is to make sure you easily make any recipe with eggs or convert to an eggless one! Here’s to hoping that this episode meets your "eggspectations”!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red: John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! Every episode Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: from ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.

  • Calling all first-time mithai makers! If you’re looking for easy Diwali recipes (read: halwa and barfi, a wholesome diet) - look no further. This episode is a no judgement zone where two mithai novices try to figure things out together. Tune in!

    Follow the blog on Instagram at @architlost and on the web at lifeofsimpletreats.com

    Producer: Natasha Ratti Kapoor

    Written & Conceptualised by Archit Agarwal and Shirin Rai Gupta

    Music: Sour Tennessee Red - John Deley and the 41 Players

    Editor: Anannya Gupta

    Cover Design: Chesta Nagar, Natasha Ratti Kapoor, and Archit Agarwal

    About the Show

    Life of Simple Treats (LOST) is a food blog that now has a food podcast. Run by an amateur cook, Archit Agarwal this podcast is an extension to the conversations we have on the blog. Archit co-hosts this podcast with Shirin Rai Gupta, a fellow baker, and lover of all things carbs! Every episode Archit and Shirin will discuss all things food: from ingredients, recipes, techniques, and lessons from their trials in the kitchen.