Vendaikai Thakkali Kuzhambu – Palakkad Touch
- 23
- November
- 2013
It has been a quest for finding the perfect recipe that could do double duty as a meal and as a dipping sauce. And, I finally cracked the code recently. The original recipe is shared by AK’s family. But, I just made a few adjustments, adapted it to suit my needs. Well, it ended up […]
Scrambled Egg Rice – When Hunger Strikes
- 21
- November
- 2013
This scrambled egg rice is just about five minutes of work. Yet,the result was super-satisfying. All these days…I was juggling things & slaving around a lot,…which left me completely burnt out at the end of the day!! So, on one such occasion…I came up with this plan! Yes, cooking nothing and going to bed early! […]
Akkaravadisal – Ritual Food Taste Better
- 21
- November
- 2013
Do food rituals make the food taste better? I come from a family that is big on traditions and rituals, even when they don’t make any sense (like the exact count of coconuts on a prayer plate)! But…cooking, sharing and enjoying the food just wouldn’t be the same without all these formalities. My Mommy did […]
Kaju Kathli – Is Gluttony a sin?
- 19
- November
- 2013
Gluttony is best described by many dictionaries around the world!!! However, if you still wanna know the exact Indian meaning of it??? Then, you’ll have to invite your folks from India. They always arrive with maximum luggage (which is only 2-4 extra-large suitcases, except the kitchen sink from your home)!!! Now…don’t be annoyed, wait a […]
Appala Kuzhambu – Ethnic Eats
- 18
- November
- 2013
For those of you, who keep up the traditional recipes…this post is going to be an old hat! However, when you crave for something ethnic…this dish could certainly awaken your senses. Well, there isn’t really anything fancy about the curry though! Hmmm, its one more tamarind based sauce, where you throw in some leftover crushed […]
Pink Lemonade – Booze-Free Party Punch
- 14
- November
- 2013
What I like about alcoholic beverages, is the way they are served! I really envy those people, who hold those fancy glass wares with beautiful crystal-clear liquors in it!! Indeed, its very attractive in different shades. Seriously, I do crave for that kind of hospitality. But, I always felt like an odd man out during […]
Madras Curry Powder
- 13
- November
- 2013
Creating my own spice blends have been such an adventure up to date. Two best things has led me to blend my own spices! Number one: I compulsively end up buying wholesome spices at various ethnic stores. Number two: I would like to take time to prepare everything from scratch. Well, if you ask me…it […]
Stuffed Bread Pakoda – Chandni Chowk Treats
- 12
- November
- 2013
Well, I don’t fry food often. But, when I do, I make sure its damn good. Like this – Indian street food inspired stuffed bread pakoda. This is more an idea than a recipe. Yeah, for people like me, who hate to throw away the leftovers…this could be a delightful treat. If you know how […]
Lemon Barley Upma
- 11
- November
- 2013
When it comes to grocery shopping, especially health food…I trust my instincts and am never disappointed! So, this time…I surprised myself by getting this barley pearls. I always had a special likings for those old-world grains! Oh yeah, I purely bagged it out of impulse! Hmmmmm, you see…probably, I score in negatives for my creativity, […]
Dorm Room Meal Ideas
- 08
- November
- 2013
I hardly ever get tired to talk about my hostel life! I have always been away from my folks, since childhood! Looks like I lived my best years there. So, always got plenty to rant on this topic. When you think of a dorm-room living, the first thing comes popping in the mind is…yep, the […]
