Kidney beans are a favourite in almost every country and in India are made as the quintessential Rajma (my soul food) with rice or paratha or as kebabs. One fine day (explicitly to say last Tuesday) my neighbour came to say that her gas range […]

With the advent of Ganesh Chaturthi around the corner it is time for some lovely snacks which are offered to the benevolent Lord!My Grandma used to prepare Ammini Kozakattai which was devoured by everyone after the traditional offering. They are so easy to make and so […]

It is imperative sometimes that we divert away from the normal and experiment with something different and new which will be good for a change from the mundane!For me its rice as I cannot leave the Indian Basmati rice as that is what I had […]

I love the feel of Kashmiri Cuisine (taking into account that it is one place for which battles have (and are) being fought on international levels and love the way in which the food is cooked there!Due to the place having extreme cold for most […]

If I truly tell my preference for a South Indian Sunday meal,it would be this.How can I describe the delicate aroma and the lovely flavors incorporated into this wonderful dish.Rice has been a staple food of many countries and I love many versions.But this is […]

Tawa Pulao originated in one of the tightly packed Pav Bhaji stalls which are Mumbai’s and now one of India’s most famous and preferred fast foods and snacks.The idea was to include rice in the fast food category which is liked by all and is easy […]

This recipe is a long lost but valued gem of the Mughal Dynasty!Rice and Dal have always been India’s staple diet but this Biryani combines both of them in a sophisticated,yummy and a “Nawabi” manner which enthrals the one eating and makes the cook wonder […]

Kashmir is a beautiful State located at the border of India and Pakistan and has the charm and appeal which makes everyone fall in love with the place.Apart from the scenery which is the most popular attraction,Kashmir is famous for its embroidery work,Walnut wood artefacts,dry […]

Coriander is a versatile herb.It is used as a garnish,to make chutneys as well as its seed powdered and used as a spice.But in this recipe it is the primary ingredient.The procedure follows and almost Italian style of cooking by making an “Indian pesto” and […]

Something requested off and on,something which people really want from you and something which is royal and takes a lot of preparation – YES Its finally unveiled!I step into my roots,virtually into the place where I was born and bought up and select a gem […]