Masoor Ambat is a dish that holds a special place in my heart—a comforting Konkani gravy that brings back memories of home-cooked meals and family gatherings. In North Kanara, where…
Creating nutritious and tasty lunches for kids can be a real challenge. When I was growing up, we didn't focus much on high-protein diets, and our meals were often carb-heavy.…
Are you tired of wracking your brain for dinner ideas that are both quick and delicious on a hectic weekday? Look no further! We've got just the recipe that will…
Curry leaves, abundant in iron, are an indispensable element in South Indian cuisine. They infuse dishes with their unique flavor and contribute to the region's culinary identity. But did you…
Do you remember the spicy stuffed breads we used to get in bakeries in India? Not sure if they are still available, but I craved for these buns when we moved…
Bittergourd has become a latest addition to our diet. Whenever V does shopping at Indian store, he invariably picks up few bittergourds. They have pretty short shelf life, so I…
This month's bread in "We Knead to Bake" group was Julekake. It is a Norwegian Cardamom scented Christmas bread. I was so excited when Aparna posted the recipe in the…
It was last November/December when I had invited my friend Leslie and her family for dinner. She brought a big batch of sugar cookies that were beautifully decorated with some…
Fenugreek leaves are used in variety of dishes in Indian cuisine. In few recipes, they form base and in some other they are just used to give distinct flavor. In…
As I had mentioned sometime back, I joined We Knead to Bake - a baking group in August. Aparna chooses a bread and posts the recipe every month and all…
Last December when I was pregnant with Ayaan, I had invited few of my friends and their parents (who were visiting them) to dinner. I told aunty that I love…
School reopened for my preschooler in August. With that, all the invitations for birthday parties also started. So the child was pretty upset that his birthday is not coming soon…