Why I am A Minimalist – A Functional Kitchen
- 11
- April
- 2022
“There are two ways to be rich: One by acquiring much, and the other is by desiring little.” - Jackie French Koller, 1948 Minimalism is all about owning very few, but ultra-essential of all. Picture This: Imagine an archeological site of a primitive man…when we explore his territory, not all the polished pebbles scattered around […]
Indian Meal Planning 101
- 06
- November
- 2020
If you prefer homemade meals over a sandwich or takeout. This meal prepping and planning guide is definitely for you. Is meal planning for working ladies (persons)? Not necessarily, it can be for anyone who values time and energy. Talking to my fellow desis about meal plan for a week is kind of hard! We […]
Foodie’s Artwork
- 14
- September
- 2019
The food blog has its own unique niche group of foodie followers! Whether its just for reading a recipe; or to follow step-by-step instructions to improve ones culinary skills; we don’t know! Some are interested in the anecdotes and yet others love the food pictures! However, we connect and communicate through food. In my opinion…Food […]
Weekly Menu Planner – Lunch & Dinner
- 28
- November
- 2016
Years of cooking, slowly unfurls its own wisdom. Yeah, a decent weekly Menu Plan to my family is finally formed. Sunday Lunch Chicken Biriyani Eggplant Serwa Onion Raitha Boiled Eggs Dinner Sawa Millet Upma Onion Raitha Monday Lunch Rice Eggplant Sambar Cabbage Poriyal Beans Poriyal Masal Vadai Dinner Cilantro Uthappam Eggplant Sambar […]
Grains – The Storage Rules
- 19
- October
- 2015
Food storage will vary from an item to item and from place to place (varies by climate). The best approach to seal the freshness is to buy the goods only when you need it. An every week grocery shopping would be just perfect. But, we all like to store few things for a year round […]
Marinades, Brine, Rubs and Spices
- 14
- October
- 2015
Marinades, Brine, Rubs and Spices Meat, Poultry or Sea food Culinary Technique ½ tsp turmeric powder salt 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp rice powder, optional ½ tamarind paste or few tsp lemon juice For South Indian style pan-fried fish. I generally marinate them for couple of hours before frying. 1 tpp soy sauce […]
Amazing Recipes For Leftovers
- 07
- October
- 2015
Looking for recipes that will use up your leftovers from last meal? Then, you have come to a correct place. I master that art. In fact, no one can escape from my trap. Its like the small fish passes through the large net and gets trapped into another small meshed net. If you don’t show […]
Frugal Grocery List
- 05
- October
- 2015
Budgeting your groceries is not only economics and it is also an art. We need to bear so many things in our mind, in order to come up with a decent budget: income, preference, time, store’s availability, seasons, life’s situations and much more. According to the USDA’s Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, the average expenditure for […]
Culinary Tour To India
- 28
- September
- 2015
India is known all over the world for its cultural diversity as it is a republic of twenty eight states and seven union ruled territories. This brings an excellent amalgamation of languages, rituals, festivals, cuisines, clothes and many other things related to culture. Besides, what really amazes most travelers is its unity in diversity. Well…coming […]
National Dishes Of The Countries Across The World
- 26
- September
- 2015
There are about hundred and ninety six independent countries in the world (2011). Each with distinct culture and different topography…which has shaped this world! Needless to say, cuisine differs from place to place all influenced by environment and culture. One of the most unique aspects of travel and adventure is the luxury to explore and […]
