Hope you all had a wonderful Eid! Last week, I was on my way back from Venice to Florence and nearing the last leg of my holidays. There was a couple sitting diagonally opposite of us in the train, who were probably from some Middle Eastern city, discussing about Eid. Five Days passed in a … Continue reading OGAILY Sesame Saffron and Cardamom Cake with sweet Tahini glaze
Seems like what a surprise! Ganesh Chaturthi is almost here, just a day after. The official beginning of the festive season and an official excuse to eat sweets and savouries. Modak, the favourite sweet of Gannu, Lord Ganesha. It is in everyone's mind to offer modak to the elephant headed Ganesha. Well, there is endless … Continue reading Dates and Walnuts Modak
Give a different variation to your regular pulse with this quick, flavorful and easy Persian herbed pilaf.
Hey all, Was on a social media detox for a while. Last couple of months went through some testing period, a roller coaster ride juggling with health issues, keeping family together in two different places was quite challenging, work, daily chores.....etc. Honestly, I really don't know what would I say wether it was good or … Continue reading Mangalorean Style Prawns Sukka
Give a healthy start to your day with just 5 ingredients and a blender. These fluffy blender pumpkin banana oatmeal pancakes are a deliciously healthy, naturally sweetened breakfast for your busy weekday or the lazy mornings. Even your kids could make you some. The recipe is made with 100% oat flour instead of wheat flour, … Continue reading Pumpkin Banana Oatmeal Pancake
Listening to the everfresh, energetic Mahalaya chantings; laced with devotion upto the brim, is an awe-inspiring experience. Three days back, in the early morning hours, we were doing just that. Onset of Mahalaya, the powerful chantings to go with in the background; and we happily slipped into reminiscing the pleasant memories of last year's Durga … Continue reading Quick and Easy Gur Sondesh (Gur Sandesh) in just 3 steps
Istanbul can be addictive, and I am addicted to its infinite dining options and regional foodstuffs. Delicious, fresh, vibrant, bold, hip, yet subtle. Beneath the shadow of Istanbul's Galata Bridge, one of the lively areas with a hustle all around, I could see many local taverns serving fresh fish and salads. Exploring the local taste … Continue reading Imam Bayildi
Gur Payox or Rice kheer made with date palm jaggery. This is a traditional rice pudding or a dessert or sweet dish whatever you may call it made with joha rice( a small fragrant variety of rice) with milk and date palm jaggery, prepared in almost every Indian homes. In Assam, we make it with … Continue reading Gur Payox (Gur Kheer/ Gur Payesh/ Rice Pudding with Date Palm Jaggery)
Your hunt for Tandoori chicken is over! You need not have to go anywhere out to have tandoori chicken. This is the most indulgent, lip-smacking and delicious restaurant style Tandoori chicken preparation that you can make at home. Eventually it has become my family's favorite. I always associate TANDOORI chicken to Bangalore, my college days. … Continue reading Oven Baked Easy TANDOORI CHICKEN
Mom: Are you ready for your class Daughter: Mummy, I am not feeling good. I don't feel like going anywhere. MOM: You can't miss your class. Moreover, you don't look sick! Daughter: Please mom...please! Mom: I don't want to hear any kind of excuse. TEENAGE DEPRESSION AN EMOTIONAL SICKNESS They are dramatic, irrational and they … Continue reading ALL YOU NEED IS A HUG WITH LOVE