Munthiri Mysore Pak

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Also Known As Munthiri Pak, Cashew Burfi. Jidipappu Pakam. Okay, let me assume that you are all aware of Mysore Pak. A famous South Indian sweet! If you have no idea, take a look here. Now, lets see what distinguishes Munthiri Pak from the Mysore Pak. To tell you the truth, “nothing much”! While the […]

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Meetha Paan Beeda – Innocent Kid-Friendly!

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Also Known As Beeda, Sweet Beeda, Meetha Paan Beeda. Supari Paan. Thambulam, Vetrilai, Vethalai, Killi or Tambulam, Sireh (Malay), Sirih (Indonesian), Suruh (Javenese), Mark (Lao). In India, offering a paan (betel leaves) has numerous meanings: it is an honor if presented to guests; it is a gracious hospitality when served after a festival meal; it […]

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Coconut Fudge – Treat Yourself

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Also Known As Coconut Burfi.Thengai Burfi. Nariyal ki Burfi. Coconut Fudge. Candied coconut. I love Madras Shree Mithai special ‘Nariyal ki burfi’ . Although I don’t want to rule out their other house specialties like ‘gajjar ka halwa (carrot fudge), badam kheer (almond milk), soan papdis  and jilebis. If given a chance, I would gladly […]

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Til Ladoo – Sweet Moment!

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Also Known As Til Laddu. Ellu Urundai. Nuvvala Laddu. Sweet Sesame Balls. These dainty morsels are unbelievably delicious! Not only that these are incredibly simple, they are absolutely healthy! Honestly, what was I thinking…when I deleted bunch of those old recipes(such a  blog-worthy) from my blog?! And talk about the recipe, I am not messing around […]

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Seeraga Mittai – Colorful Childhood

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Also Known As: Candied Cumin seeds. Jeeraka Mittayi. Jeeraga Mittai. Jeeraka Mittai. Eli Mittai, Palli Mittai. I am a sucker for candies. And my Mommy believes that all my 28 teeth are sweet tooth! Yeah, I have evolved without wisdom teeth, he he. All these years of adulthood has been kind enough on me, when […]

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Pineapple Halwa / Candied Pineapple

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Also Known as: Anasipazha Halwa, Candied Pineapple. There should be some sort of stricter rule for me to stay connected with the world! I live in the woods, in the deep country side, where there is no sign of civilization for several miles. The only way to prove my existence is by my personal effort! […]

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Unniappam / Vazhaipazham Appam

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Unniappam: On the other day, I was counting all my drawbacks…and ended up making a pretty big list:( Well, am not ashamed that I was never good with machines and numbers! So, its in the top most layer! But, its really funny when people assume that I must be good in cooking!! Ooops, maybe this […]

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Jilebi – Hot Jilebis Anyone?

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Being a total narcissist talker on the blog and complete introvert in reality…has made me look like a jerk! Well, let me get one thing straight! I have always had trouble breaking the ice/talking to classmates and roommates. But, am a good listener. Unless someone approach me with series of questions..I keep my opinions and […]

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Cocoa Peda / Chocolate Fudge – 4′ O Clock Sugar Rush!

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Chocolate Peda: It is not very new that I dream about ‘sweets’ all the time. My mother thinks that all my 28 teeth (that’s right, 4 wisdom teeth never grew…am evolved, hehe) are literally made of sugar!! Well, I blame it on my constant depression, rare jubilation, occasional victory(over something stupid), mere joblessness, lazy afternoons…crazy […]

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Candied Beets / Beet Root Halwa – Happy Tamizh New Year:)

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Beetroot Halwa: Today, I was asked to fast for a day long. Well, it was ‘piece of cake’…as I planned a good eat yesterday night:) Considering the fact, I have errands to run today and a good bit of shuttling schedule…I felt compelled to eat a relatively carb rich diet, last night. Otherwise, I am […]

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