The summer months in India can feel pretty unbearable, with the tropical and subtropical sun nearly frying everything on the ground, unless the monsoons or some rain come to give us a break. But we, the people living here—especially Indians—have figured out countless ways to cope with the heat and the sticky climate, largely through…
Category: meal accompaniment
Thecha /Chhencha,….the delicious Indian hand pounded condiments to spice up your meals
Thecha(s) are quientessential part of Maharashtrian cuisine. For those who are unfamiliar to it, thecha(s) are condiments prepared from coarsely grounded mixtures of spices & seasonings often served as chutneys or accompaniments to spice up your meals, breakfast or snacks making it more interesting in a healthy way. They are loaded with fibers, proteins, vitamins…
Jute Leaf Fritters – Paat Paataar Bora
Month of Baisakh has arrived with all its bloom marking the beginning of summer season & bringing with it the flavours of sweetness & joy. In Bengal, baisakh marks the begining of a new year and thus the first day of the month is celebrated as poila boisakh. This is also considered as the beginning…