Sambhar or sambar is a Southern Indian dish which comprises of lentils, vegetables and spices. It is described by late food historian KT Acharya as “a fairly thick spicy extract of thuvar dhal soured with tamarind, frequently containing soft vegetables like brinjal, gourd and lady’s finger” A sambar is a great accompaniment for hot idlis, […]
Green Chutney is relished throughout India. Different regions of our diverse country have their own, tweaked versions of it. However, green chutney everywhere is tasty and has numerous benefits for digestion as well (if prepared responsibly, of course). The reason why we love it so much is that it is a perfect balance of spice, […]
Flaxseeds are one of the oldest known crops to humankind. Flax seeds not only add taste, crunch, and texture to our meals but have been deemed as ‘superfoods’ that provide numerous health benefits. In this post, we will discuss the health benefits of flax seeds as well as simple ways to include them in our […]
Diwali is celebrated predominantly in India, but with immigration, exchange of cultures and the internet showcasing everything around the world in seconds, Diwali has now become a worldwide phenomenon. This season marks the onset of autumn and winter in India. It is also the time where families come together to celebrate, eat food, enjoy and […]
Navratri is the festival of dancing in the West, festival of food, family and fun in the East and above all it is the festival of fasting, eating certain foods and worshiping the reincarnation of goddess Adi Shakti. Navratri is celebrated all over India and many other parts of the world. This navratri let us […]
Are you looking for a healthy snacking option that is also tasty? Do you have a slightly sweet tooth that would swoon at the thought of freshness, crunch, and lots of health? Then this Yogurt Granola Bowl Recipe is something you might truly enjoy. This easy-to-assemble dish isn’t just a great pre-workout meal, it is […]
What Are Herbs? The leaf part of a plant is generally regarded as a herb. These are available in both fresh or dried forms. Although in this article we will be focussing on Ginger which is the underground stem part of the plant. Herbs help add flavour & sometime colour to any dish or drink. […]
Maggi 2 Minute Noodles has got to be the ultimate instant noodles that almost all of us have grown up eating and still cook a pack or two every now and then to kill those quick hunger pangs. Although marketed as a ‘2 Minutes’ cook time noodles, it still takes 3 to 4 minutes to […]
Alright, listen up chocolate lovers – it’s that time of year again! World Chocolate Day is just around the corner, and you know what that means – it’s time to indulge in all the cocoa-goodness your heart desires. Whether you’re a dark chocolate connoisseur or more of a milk chocolate fan, this global celebration has […]
Baking has become quite the fascination since the year 2020 when almost everyone was working from home and we had all the time in the world to surface our hobbies and passion for activities like baking, cooking, painting etc. While its true that baking certain recipes do require alot of preparation and patience, there are […]