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Madras Shrimp Masala
“Friends are born, not made”. Blogging has helped me to meet some nicest people from different cultures across the globe. One such friend is Kankana of Sunshine & Smile. Today... -
Eggless Brownies – Bridal Shower for Nithya of 4th Sense Cooking
The days between engagement and marriage are always special. Bride wears a new look as soon as the wedding is announced. Her cheek resembles a rosy apple most of the... -
Our Munchkin has arrived :)
We have been blessed with a baby girl -
Aloo Gobhi Tart | Guest post for Sala Kannan of Veggie Belly
You need inspiration and then some motivation to pursue a task. When it comes to blogging I draw the inspiration from bloggers like Sala of Veggie Belly. Her eye candy... -
Daal Poori/ Deep fried Indian bread stuffed with Lentils – Guest post from Kankana
Delicious and lip-smacking deep fried flat bread stuffed with lentils from Eastern India -
Black and White Wednesday – Cake decoration
This is what I baked for the finale cake @ Wilton’s Basic Cake decoration Class Yet another B&W submission to Susuan’s B&W Wednesday event Wilton’s cake in Color -
Kesar Pista Kulfi (Low calorie)
A humble attempt to make the low calorie version of luscious Kesar Pista Kulfi aka Saffron Pistachios ice-cream. -
Black & White Wednesday – Summery Peaches
One can’t say no to this juicy and sweet peaches. I have fallen in love with them this summer. For Black & White Wednesday hosted by Susan -
Corn on the cob Korma
Two days ago India celebrated its 64th Independence day. As a kid I eagerly waited for this day. Year after year I used to participate in the cultural events that... -
Lamb Chinthamani
An authentic and finger-licking good Kongunadu Mutton recipe with just 3 ingredients.
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Madras Shrimp Masala
“Friends are born, not made”. Blogging has helped me to meet some nicest people from different cultures across the globe. One such friend is Kankana of Sunshine & Smile. Today I take pleasure in writing this guest post for her while she is enjoying her vacation in India with her family and friends. We both have [...] -
Lamb Chinthamani
An authentic and finger-licking good Kongunadu Mutton recipe with just 3 ingredients. -
Cherry Rasam (South Indian Hot and Sour Soup)
After a day long work and an hour drive it feels good to be home and spend some time with myself while waiting for the husband to return. As soon as I step in I rush to the kitchen to feed my growling stomach. I make a glass of milk and ransack the refrigerator and [...] -
Ajji’s (Grandma’s) Chicken Soup
Simple and easy to make Chicken Soup from my grandmother's kitchen. This is a recipe for all ages. -
Cucumber Raitha | Cucumber Yogurt Dip
Summer has officially began. But the Sun god has covered up herself behind the heaviest of grey clouds. Still I am glad that it is SUMMER and the temperature has soared up. Okay unlike last year I won’t complain about the heat because I had enough this winter. Back in India, I used to eagerly await [...] -
Muli Paneer Paratha Recipe | Indian Flat bread
Make this protein rich Muli Paneer Paratha with the goodness of radish, paneer and Indian spices. It makes a balanced meal for your family. Serve it with Raitha/Pickle or Dhal. -
Mango Lassi
Mango lassi is one of the most popular Indian drink made from fresh mangoes/mango puree and yogurt. You can't really go wrong with this recipe. -
Venthiya Keerai Kara Kuzhambu Recipe (Spicy Fenugreek leaves Curry)
Kara Kuzhambu is a lip-smacking South Indian Curry. It is full of flavors that explode in your mouth as soon as you have the first bite. You can't just stop drooling at this. -
Tandoori Chicken Recipe (Without a Tandoor Oven)
(foodgawked) Vasanth & I hardly went out for a date before our wedding. So I don’t have any pre-wedding memories. But I still remember the first time we went to a restaurant and what he ordered. It is 3+ years now and still he orders the same food whenever we visit an Indian restaurant. His favorite [...] -
Avocado Fries (Oven Baked Oil Free)
My pantry is loaded with healthy ingredients since I went on South Beach Diet 3 months ago. This lifestyle change has helped me to lose 20 pounds in less than 3 months, to be precise in 2 months. Last 1 month was little crazy for me and I couldn’t follow the diet to the dot. [...]
