Kumbakonam Degree Coffee – A Perfect Brew
- 30
- April
- 2017
I often dream about the cup of coffee that I am going to have the next day morning! I think it, adore it, I fantasize it, I love it. Sometimes, I feel…I could even trade some valuables for a quiet cup of lone-some coffee. Yeah, seriously…coffee is just not a fuel, its the essence of […]
Appala Kootu
- 12
- November
- 2008
Appala Kootu: Pappad Ka Subzi. Appalam Kootu Curry. Alu-Pappad ka Subzi. This is my Brother’s favorite dish. Whenever he visits India…Mommy will make these for him! During my recent visit to my homeland, I made it for a change! Hope he liked it!? The side dish goes well with traditional Tamil Nadu made Vatha Kuzhambu. […]
Akhrot Halwa
- 17
- October
- 2008
Akhrot Halwa:(Version 2) Walnut Halwa. Akhrot Halwa. Nuts Halwa. Pecan Halwa. Its again my favourite Mughalai Style recipe. Akhrot Halwa is famous around North-Arcot belt. Its prepared during Ramadhan month! Rich in nuts satisfy you after long fasting hours! Myself and my Brother like to have it quite often. It is Yummy and has very […]
Makkan Peda – Arcot Special
- 19
- March
- 2008
Makkan Peda: Arcot Makkan Peda. Makkan Peda is quite famous sweet around North Arcot Districts. After a nice Arcot Biriyani….treating with Makkan peda is kind of special! My lecturer cum friend Punitha mam(she is from Melvishaaram!) she used to bring home made ‘makkan peda’ & ‘Mutton Kheema Balls’ for me! She is not only a […]
Fruit Halwa – Vellore Special
- 19
- March
- 2008
Vellore Fruit Halwa: Vellore Fruit Halwa. Fruit Halwa.Vellore Jothi Sweet Stall Style Fruit halwa. Vellore Jothi Sweet Stall Style – ‘Fruit Halwa’ really tastes better! Maybe generous amount of ghee and freshly prepared kowa, makes it unique and outstanding! Well…its one of my favourite Sweet dish from the town! Since it is called ‘Fruit Hlawa’ […]
Pineapple Kesari – Sweet Moments
- 20
- February
- 2007
Inspired by those aggressive foodies on the social networking sites, and an overwhelming amount of pineapple lying around in the house…I prepared this quick delicate sweet few days ago! It was intended for my brunch. Actually, I aimed at a cup full…but as the semolina bulged three folds, it made so much!! And, I did […]
Nei Paruppu / Uppu-Paruppu
- 18
- December
- 2006
Also Known As: Dal Tadka, Dhall Tadka, Nei-Paruppu. Uppu-Paruppu. Mudha Pappu. Ghee and Dhall are two important ingredients in every Indian’s household…a quintessential part of the wedding menu, in South India. With regional variations…there are plenty to serve-upon. Ingredients: Thuvar dal 1 cup Ghee 1 Tsp Salt Curry leaves Dry red chilies 5 Mustard seeds […]
