Food

Mango Mojito – Sensational Summer Cocktail

August 17, 2010 by Mansi

Mango and Pineapple Mojito - Summer CocktailAs Summer kicks in, blended fruit and ice drinks become a necessary addition to any party or gathering. A refreshing cocktail sounds just about right after a long day at the beach, and if you are a cocktail person rather than a smoothie person, this Mango Mojito is just what you need! Mangoes are a favorite fruit in India, in fact, it has been crowned as … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Drinks & Cocktails, Food Tagged With: drinks, mango

Moist Chocolate Banana Bread

August 16, 2010 by Mansi

Moist Chocolate Banana BreadBanana Bread is a favorite, and there would be no two votes on that one. But even favorites need a little shaking up once in a while, and that's when this Chocolate Banana Bread recipe steals the show! In fact, it is so good it might just become your Number 1 sweet bread recipe. The perfect pairing of chocolates and bananas brought together by using Dutch-processed … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast & Brunch Recipes, Chocolate Recipes, Food Tagged With: banana, chocolate

Homemade Fruit Tarts with Almond Cream Filling

August 11, 2010 by Mansi

Fresh Fruit Tarts with Cardamom Flavored Almond Cream FillingThere's something about Fruit tarts which is appealing to both, the one who bakes it, and also the one who eats it! And Summer fruits are great to stuff into pastry tarts and bake for a healthy sweet treat. I wasn't much of a tart person, but after out trip to Paris, and the plethora of delicious tarts that we savored in all those … [Read more...]

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Tofu Stir Fry With Cashews in Teriyaki Sauce

August 6, 2010 by Mansi

I can say I have never been much of a Tofu person, and restrict eating Tofu only in Thai or Asian restaurants. But now that I'm a responsible mom who has to find creative ways to feed her toddler healthy food, Tofu has suddenly gained some limelight:) I love Tofu in my Pineapple Fried Rice, and I have also made Tofu Satay before. But for a long time, I was looking to replicate the Tofu Stir-Fry … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food, Healthy Recipes, Main Course Recipes Tagged With: tofu

Vegetarian Paneer Spring Rolls

August 2, 2010 by Mansi

Vegetarian Paneer Spring Rolls - Indo-Asian FusionWho doesn't like Spring Rolls? Seriously, Asian or not, you are bound to order this favorite appetizer when you go to any Asian restaurant, not because there's nothing else to order, simply because these babies are so good you just can't keep your hands off these! Traditionally, Spring Rolls are made in wonton-style wrappers, filled with a choice … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizer Recipes, Food, Indian Recipes, Paneer Recipes

Mexican Pizza – Quick & Easy Appetizer Recipe

July 27, 2010 by Mansi

Hot & Crunchy Mexican Pizza with Caramelized OnionsWhen you are in for something hot and spicy, that is also crunchy, tasty and filling at the same time, take refuge in this quick and easy Mexican Pizza recipe. Unlike American pizza, which does take some time and preparation, the Mexican counterpart is very easy to pull off. With a can of re-fried beans and some whole-wheat tortillas at hand and a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizer Recipes, Food, Healthy Recipes, Kid-Friendly, Mexican Recipes Tagged With: appetizers

Peach & Cherry Delight With Lavender Mascarpone Cream

July 23, 2010 by Mansi

Peach & Cherry Delight with Orange Sauce and Lavender Infused Mascarpone Whipped CreamLooking for a great way to use up all that leftover fruit in your fruit basket without spending a whole lot of time and money? Just cut up the fruits and serve them with some plain whipped cream. Yes, that works, but is boring, and definitely not upto a chef's mark:) So here's a better idea to pump things up a … [Read more...]

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Molten Chocolate Lava Cake

July 20, 2010 by Mansi

Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes - With a Hint of CoffeeLooking for a creamy, gooey and intense chocolate treat that will make you warm and fuzzy all over, then try this extremely decadent Chocolate Lava cakes that boast of a lovely coffee flavor combined with the richness of dark chocolate! If you've ever tasted the Betty Crocker Warm Delights, you have a fair idea of how this delicious dessert will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cake Recipes, Chocolate Recipes, Dessert Recipes, Food Tagged With: chocolate

Rajma Curry Recipe – Cooking With Beans

July 15, 2010 by Mansi

Rajma Curry - Red Kidney Beans in Spicy Yogurt SauceThe versatility of Indian cooking needs no introduction - with just a few basic spices at hand, the most important one being Garam Masala, you can mix and match your favorite ingredients to make stir-fry's, curries or rice varieties that make for perfect lunch or dinner entrees. Beans are a staple food in many Indian kitchens, but the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food, Indian Recipes, Main Course Recipes Tagged With: curries

How to maintain healthy glowing skin as you age…

Image Credit: Alexander Grey from Unsplash. Getting older is often seen as a good thing, but it also comes with its drawbacks. One of the more notable is how it affects peoples’ appearances. Fine lines, wrinkles, and gray hairs all start setting it. It’s not uncommon to want to prevent these, and you could want to maintain your appearance as you get older. It’s a natural desire to have, even if it seems like it’s impossible. It could be more within your reach than you’d think, though. In fact, it doesn’t even need to be complicated. Once you know what you’re doing, there shouldn’t be anything to worry about. Some steps and tips could … [Read More...]

Seasonal Depression is a Thing – Here’s how to win over it…

Image credit As the days get shorter and winter settles in, it’s no wonder that many people start to feel a bit low. Actually, a large number of people tend to feel this way! So, it’s usually called the “winter blues,” “seasonal depression,” or even the more official term “seasonal affective disorder.” it’s just a common struggle that lasts for multiple months. If you live in places in the world with six months of darkness, then the rates go up a lot higher. But why is this so common? Well, there are a lot of reasons, such as less daylight (meaning less vitamin D and A), holiday pressures, colder weather, and those sky-high heating … [Read More...]

6 Unique & Unheard Ways To Reduce Stress…

Pexels - CC0 License There are so many of us who are absolutely sick of feeling stressed all day, every day, and if you are one of those people, it can almost be overwhelming to see the wealth of options for treating our stress levels. We need quick ways, we need ones that benefit us over time, but we also need access to things that are not necessarily conventional. There are plenty of unique ways to reduce stress levels that you may find interesting but also, more importantly, effective: Purify the Air We need to remember that cleaner air is something that can help us with our overall well-being, and this could reduce … [Read More...]

How to plan for a stress-free retirement…

Source: Unsplash (CC0) Thinking about retirement planning already? Whether it feels miles away or just around the corner, planning for your retirement doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. The key is to break it down into manageable steps and, most importantly, make sure it’s something you actually want to achieve. So let’s walk through some tips that’ll help you build a retirement plan you feel confident about, plus we’ll tackle important topics like Medicare and Medicare Advantage along the way. Tips for Defining Your Retirement Goals Visualize your day-to-day: Think about where you’d like to live, what activities … [Read More...]

Going Beyond Digital Marketing: Expanding Your Business Horizon…

Digital marketing has quickly become an indispensable strategy for reaching and engaging consumers. However, in an era where brands vie for attention online, simply relying on digital tactics can become restrictive. If you want your business to move to the next level, expanding its horizon beyond digital may require innovative thinking outside the digital box. In this blog, we will look at a few approaches you could try that will increase its reach while deepening your customer relations. Photo by Luca Bravo on Unsplash Cultivate a Community Forming a sense of community around your brand goes far beyond traditional digital … [Read More...]