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 hereβespecially Indiansβhave figured out countless ways to cope with the heat and the sticky climate, largely through…
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Delicious Black Rice Patishapta
Wish you all a “Shubho Noboborsho !” Wish you a happy, prosperous and auspicious Bengali new year ahead. For any celebration, sweets are essential, and each occasion inspires the creation of unique, healthy, innovative sweets and desserts. Bengal’s adorable patishaptas are one of the interesting lip smacking sweet which has an appeal of its own…
Oat Milk Nolen gur Thandai….a vegan delight
Happy Holi ! πΌπΈπ₯π΅οΈβ¨ Holi is here again, and the festive vibes are in full swing! Playing with colors is such a delight and a cherished tradition, and you can really feel your senses syncing with the joyful atmosphere. When weβre in this celebratory mood, the first thing we think about is delicious and exciting…
Sabudana Tikiyas,…..a Sattvic treat
Om Namah Shivayah !πππ΅π΅πΈπΈππ The auspicious day of Maha Shivaratri is upon us once more, and we find ourselves deeply engaged in the devotion to Lord Shiva. This significant festival in the Hindu calendar is celebrated with immense enthusiasm all over India, from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and from Gujarat to Assam. Additionally, it is observed…
Chayote Soup: a healthy winter comfort..
The season of chilling mornings & cozy nights is approaching near. Winters indeed has a charm in itself & can be enjoyed in one’s own way. Although sometimes it becomes a bit difficult to manage, with the cough & cold, chills, body aches & discomfort it brings, yet for some, this is the season of…
Tricolour Savoury Pancake
I wish all my fellow indians, a very Happy Independence day .. This is the 79th Indian Independence Day and in all these years, we all have learnt the true meaning of independence. Hope you all had a wonderful day today, recalling the essence of our true freedom. Independence or freedom in the real sense…
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…
Flavourful Tricolour Chaat for Republic Day.
Wishing all our Indian brothers & sisters a very happy Republic Day. Savour the flavour of Tricolour Thonga Chaat on this republic day. Throw some boiled green peas, corn & freshly grated coconut in a bowl. To this, add some chopped onion, green chillies & coriander leaves. Sprinkle with black salt & chaat masala. Squeeze…
Eggless Savoury Cake packed with the goodness of Quinoa seeds.
Wish you a Merry Christmas ππβͺβοΈππ―οΈπβοΈβοΈπ ππ¦βπ€Άβπ·π§π° and a great NEW YEAR ahead ! Christmas has arrived and baking activities are going on full swing in the households in this chilling weather. Baking is an emotion in this wonderful time of the year when merrymaking and celebrations are a top priority. Baking usually calls for consumption…