I am thrilled to pen down my first post in this new series that we are launching at FFC. ExpertTalk, as the name suggests, will bring to you some expert tips, tricks and techniques about the chosen topic, which in this case, is Pie Baking. Today we are joined by Deeba, the chef behind the glorious creations at Passionate About Baking, and Shaheen, the famous chef also known as The Purple Foodie. … [Read more...]
How To Cut & Cook Pumpkin
October 20, 2011 by
How To Cut a PumpkinPumpkins are showing off everywhere, be it the big gigantic Fairyland pumpkins used to decorate your house, or the huge Orange ones specifically for displaying your Jack-o-lantern carving skills, or the really cute little mini pumpkins that look so pretty on your dinner tables or your produce basket! But when it comes to cooking with Pumpkins, the medium-sized Pie Pumpkins are … [Read more...]
Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe
September 26, 2011 by
Easy Pizza Dough RecipeWhen it comes to enjoying a homemade Pizza, a good crust is the key. These days, its not hard to find good quality pizza dough in the market; however, it is very easy to make your own pizza dough at home, with as little as 5 ingredients, and not much prepping or kneading! In our home, Pizza is usually an option when there's not much time to cook anything else. Grabbing some … [Read more...]
Homemade Marshmallow Recipe
September 2, 2011 by
September is already here, and pretty soon, the holiday season will begin, starting with Halloween. Its that time of the year when desserts and sweet delicacies will likely fill your dinner tables, and as the holiday season picks up speed, there will be more than one reason to make some easy goodies at home. Whether you are entertaining friends at home, having a tea party, or need ideas … [Read more...]
How To Cook Butternut Squash
August 24, 2011 by
How to Cook Butternut Squash Butternut Squash, the most famous from the family of winter squashes, is a very versatile cooking ingredient and can be prepared and served in many ways, ranging from soups, stews, curries, side dishes, as well as baked into desserts. Most people shy away from buying these because they think its too much work to cook them, or they have no idea what to cook with them! … [Read more...]
Risotto – Recipes & Inspirations
August 5, 2011 by
Risotto - Recipes & BeyondAlmost everyone is familiar with Risotto - it is a class of Italian dishes of rice cooked in broth to a creamy consistency, and is normally served as a first course during traditional Italian meals. It is a favorite comfort food, just like Rice is to most Indians. Photo by Antonis Achilleos via Woman's DayThe luxurious, creamy texture of a good Risotto depends on using … [Read more...]
How to Store & Serve Wine
August 1, 2011 by
Whether you are serving wine to friends at a cocktail party, or just passing around a new label for people to taste, it is important to know the basics of storing and serving wine. In order to enjoy the true taste of wine, it has to be stored and served at the right temperature; in fact, the type of the glass it is served in also makes a huge difference to someone's wine-tasting experience! You … [Read more...]
Yogurt Recipe – Make Perfect Homemade Yogurt
April 26, 2011 by
Homemade Yogurt Recipe Yogurt has been added to the latest list of Superfoods, because of its high calcium content, protein and B vitamins, and how its live cultures help maintain a delicate balance in the body, promoting healthy digestive and immune systems. But superfood or not, we all love Yogurt, even my toddler girl is a huge yogurt fan, and how wonderful it would be if we could have the … [Read more...]
Freezer Jam – A Yummy Alternative to Canning Fruits!
September 9, 2010 by
Fresh Fruit Freezer Jam RecipeEveryone at our house loves fruit jams, and its always inspiring to make your own jam or fruit preserves, so you can enjoy the fresh flavor of fruit long after the season is gone. But Canning can be a very intimidating process, especially if you are just starting out on making fruit preserves. But what if I told you that you can make your own jam with way less work … [Read more...]
How To Make Sponge Cake
March 23, 2010 by
When it comes to baking, the sky is the limit! For baking-enthusiasts like me, its always a pleasure to try some fascinating new recipe that uses a different kind of flour, or a new fruit, or even some new spices. But sometimes, our heart yearns for something simple, something that we have made over and over again, and it gives us comfort amidst the chaos. Sponge Cake is one such recipe that most … [Read more...]
