29 March 2016

Mirch-Cauliflower Kolhapuri

A famous dish from the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, the Veg Kolhapuri is made with a unique spice mix and vegetables cooked in an equally spicy gravy. Here's a slightly cut-down version using the 'Bajji' green chilies and Cauliflower. MIRCH CAULIFLOWER KOLHAPURI Ingredients: Kolhapuri Masala...

28 March 2016

Coriander Pulao

         If you are running out of ideas and time for cooking rice but looking to make something spicy, this Pulao is for you!!  CORIANDER PULAO Ingredients :  Long grain Basmati rice - 1 cup (washed) Mixed vegetables, chopped into long pieces - 1.5 cups Fresh...

21 March 2016

Strawberry Thandai Lassi

           Indian food is amazingly well-designed and balanced to suit the changing seasons, and seasonal availability of vegetables as well. With the Spring equinox, when days become longer and warmer (hotter, even!) the focus shifts to foods that provide the body much...

Mixed Vegetable Tikka

              For a nation that takes its food and colours very seriously...Holi is one such festival; where there is a perfect combination of both, colours and colourful food!! Here's a spicy 'Holi'day snack idea that you can relish with your family and friends...

19 March 2016

Cozy Den @Jerry's Den

              Some people have dreams, and some dreamers have visions. Sometimes in one magical moment, dreams and visions are met by opportunity, and then everything starts falling into place!! That's precisely what happened with Neelima Sriram that resulted in...

Quick fix Sambhar

          Sambhar, the perfect accompaniment for Idlis and dosas. But if you are in a rush and need to put together a sambhar for your family or guests, give this quick recipe a go!!  SHORTCUT SAMBHAR Ingredients : Split Pigeon peas (Arahar dal) or Masoor Dal - 1/4...

6 March 2016

Eggless Choco-Chip Cupcakes (Micro)

            Microwave Baking is a blessing for many in many ways..in terms of time, mainly. If you are a person who likes to use their Micro for more than just re-heating then I am sure you have invested in a variety that offers combination controls. Though it can never...

Biryani & Beyond at Paradise

           A name that's synonymous with Biryani, Paradise has come a long way since its humble inception as a annexe to a movie theatre in Secunderabad, in 1953, and continues to flourish..As per their website, the Paradise outlet at Indiranagar, Bangalore is their first...