Have you heard about Schezwan Hakka (Asian) Noodles - the spicy Asian noodles mixed with julienned vegetables, garlic, ginger, sesame, peanuts, sherry and schezwan sauce? If not, then you are missing on a culinary ecstasy! Hakka Noodles have been used in recipes for ages, but no one other than those who have lived in India would know about a whole new genre of fusion Asian cooking called … [Read more...]

Apples are an extremely healthy and versatile fruit, just like Berries. They can be eaten raw, steamed, cooked, layered in crepes or pancakes, chopped into savory stews or Chutneys, or baked into delicious desserts. And they pair really well with fragrant spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and all-spice. So if you love Apple Pies, or Apple Empanadas, then you will love this little mix-of-the-two … [Read more...]

When it comes to Indian food, people have a notion that it is a very lengthy & laborious process. And though most of the times it is true, let me tell you that Indian cooking is so versatile and diversified, that you can find some really interesting, yet quick and easy recipes that will make your life easier, without compromising on the taste factor. One such genre of recipes is the Chutneys - or … [Read more...]

Everyone who knows me also knows that I have a huge sweet tooth, and Ice creams and cakes come on the top of my dessert wish-list. After relishing the Pistachio-flavored Gelato in Italy, I wanted to re-create something similar at home. So when I saw this beautiful Pistachio Ice Cream on Pat's blog, I knew I had to try this. Indians have a penchant for Pistachios, even in regular cooking and … [Read more...]

Rice is not called the staple food of India without a reason - you'll find these long grains to be a vital part of every meal, in every state of India. From simple steamed white rice to the decked up Hyderabadi Paneer Biryani, as shown here, people feel unsatisfied until they end their meal with a bowl of rice! In the state of Hyderabad, which is famous for its spicy food, the Biryani is prepared … [Read more...]

Every time I step into Starbucks, I can't help but admire their giant Blueberry Scones, lurking at me with those inviting eyes from behind the glass display, as if they are calling out to me - Come on, try me, you know you want to!! If you are a Blueberry-lover like me, you must know the feeling too; luckily for me, this often spurs me to bake my own Blueberry Scones at home, so I can share the … [Read more...]

When it comes to cooking Pasta, I love experimenting with the ingredients that I have at home, but every once in a while, I am excited to cook a great pasta recipe which calls for elaborate groundwork and some planning, just because the end result will also be as beautiful and tasty as your efforts! Like this gorgeous Spinach Fettucine, cooked in fragrant Roasted Garlic Tomato and Champagne sauce! … [Read more...]

There is something enticing about ice cream, no matter in what form you choose to savor it, and this beautiful Kulfi, which is similar to an Indianised ice cream popsicle, is sure to win your hearts in its own special way! Kulfi is a popular flavored frozen dessert made from milk which originated in South Asia and has similarities to ice cream in taste, texture and preparation. However, unlike … [Read more...]