You know that one recipe that you keep going back to every time someone requests it? For me, its Nigella Lawson’s brownies. Years ago, from my ‘food-blogging-is-in days’, I had attended a waffle making competition at the erstwhile Cafe Sundance at Churchgate, Mumbai. And…
Yes, the name sounds a little ominous, I know. But give it a chance. Cauliflower has been proven time and again to be one of the most versatile ingredients in the world both in terms of cuisines and dishes – read: cauliflower pizza, cauliflower…
My cooking philosophy is all about ingredients, maximum flavour and simplicity – in that order. Looks, super fancy plating, styling are just not my cup of tea – although when it all comes together, no one is more elated than I am. A lot…
The origin of the hamburger is vaguely recorded. Despite common myths that it was originally made using ham, several theories have cropped up over the years - first attributing the idea of the minced beef or lamb patty to the Mongols, then to the…
It's been exactly four months since I wrote my last post here! Isn't it amazing how, if you let it happen, life just takes over and slowly creeps into the crevices of your passions! Anyway, Thanksgiving is just a few days away and Christmas…
If you read my post on Experimenting with Indigenous Produce with Godrej Nature's Basket and my new series 'My Pantry' you will already know about my love for ingredients and the sheer joy I experience will mixing and matching flavours. So, when Local Banya…
Welcome to 'My Pantry'. I have always found that vegetables and meat don't taste bad. What matters is how they are prepared! In 'My Pantry', I will attempt to explore ingredients that are commonly used or eaten but are not very well liked by…
I never realised how much we food lovers in India take Indian food for granted. Most of us talk about eating authentic Italian, Japanese, Asian, American food, but rarely talk about authentic Indian dishes - me included. While we are all gaga over Indian…
So, I'm back to cooking and posting! So many ideas in my head, so many pics on the computer. Get ready to be introduced to two exciting new series on the blog! More on that later. Today, I'm posting for you my entry for…
When I first came to Mumbai, one of the first few eateries I was taken to visit was B. Merwans at Grant Road. I still remember the taste of their mawa cake and the icecream soda I'd had. Sadly, the place is closing down…
As a foodie, I am always on the lookout for new experiences, challenges and loads of knowledge. We thrive on knowing about different cuisines, tasting them, reading about them and even making them. So, when Rushina (you know her from here!) asked me if…