‘Karukk morukk’ is how we Tamilians describe the sound that you will hear when you bite into these crispy, crunchy, deep fried and flavourful morsels of onion…… Read more “Onion Pakoda/Pakora – Step by Step”
ABC (Apple, Beet, Carrot) Juice
I’ve been on a health kick lately. Nothing drastic, but just trying to eat clean and eat fresh as much as possible. This is something I drink every…… Read more “ABC (Apple, Beet, Carrot) Juice”
Fromage (Somerset Greenways, Chennai): Restaurant Review
Hello everyone! We recently visited Fromage, a European style restaurant located in MRC Nagar, Chennai – specifically in Somerset Greenways. It is right next door to another…… Read more “Fromage (Somerset Greenways, Chennai): Restaurant Review”
How to make Idli & Dosai Batter: Step by Step
Idli/Dosai batter is something I learnt how to make very very late in my life. Not because I wasn’t interested to learn, but mostly because someone else…… Read more “How to make Idli & Dosai Batter: Step by Step”
Paruppu Thogaiyal: Step by Step
‘Thogaiyal’ is the Tamil word for a condiment that is generally thicker in consistency than a chutney, and made with lentils and coconut as base ingredients. Several…… Read more “Paruppu Thogaiyal: Step by Step”
Quick Kanchipuram Idli (with leftover Idli batter): Step by Step
‘Kanchipuram Idli’ gets its name from a town in Tamil Nadu, India called ‘Kanjeevaram’ or ‘Kanchipuram’. It is in Kanchipuram, in the renowned Sri Varadarajaperumal Temple, that…… Read more “Quick Kanchipuram Idli (with leftover Idli batter): Step by Step”
Upma Pidi Kozhukattai / Kaara Kozhukattai (Steamed Savory Dumplings with Rice Flour)
‘Upma Pidi Kozhukattai’ or ‘Kaara Pidi Kozhukattai’ is one of the quickest, easiest, and healthiest breakfast/dinner/snack options in South Indian cuisine. Sometimes when you’re in a tearing hurry…… Read more “Upma Pidi Kozhukattai / Kaara Kozhukattai (Steamed Savory Dumplings with Rice Flour)”
Ginger-Lemon-Turmeric Detox Drink: Step by Step
Turmeric-Ginger-Lemon detox drink! This is more like a tea (without the tea leaves, of course), and a lot healthier 🙂 This is essentially a morning tonic, which…… Read more “Ginger-Lemon-Turmeric Detox Drink: Step by Step”
Mixed Vegetable Stuffed Paratha: Step by Step
Parathas are flatbreads traditionally made of wheat flour, shallow fried in ghee or oil, and noticeably thicker than the usual rotis or chapatis. In addition, parathas usually…… Read more “Mixed Vegetable Stuffed Paratha: Step by Step”
Kerala Style Vegetable Stew / ‘Ishtu’ Recipe: Step by Step
Vegetable ‘Ishtu’ or ‘Stew’, is a gravy dish, more specifically a thin broth made from coconut milk and assorted spices. This is a specialty dish from Kerala,…… Read more “Kerala Style Vegetable Stew / ‘Ishtu’ Recipe: Step by Step”
