The thin Indian pancakes, called dosas come in almost unlimited variations. Most are rice and black gram batter-based but they also can...

A thokku is a very traditional South Indian pickle or chutney originating in the state of Tamil Nadu. It differs from regular pickles in...

Wok-fried vegetables and meats are an art form from the Far East. The magic is in getting the wok searing hot so the ingredients flash...

Pasilla chillies are a classic chile from Mexico. They are dried Chilaca chile peppers and a long thin chile with a mild to medium heat...

Vegetable pâtés are gaining popularity, and chefs are experimenting with diverse vegetables and flavours. Originally from medieval...

The Baltic states are known for richly flavoured meat dishes that are braised or roasted and of course seafood like pickled herring and...

Paneer is always seen on an Indian table, it is a staple. The quality of paneer is always discussed furiously and vendors are coveted for...

Not all Thai curries are about lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves as is the general misconception. Thai curries take flavours from a host...

Sunday mornings are about being lazy, recovering from the revelry from the night before and a day to recharge your batteries for the...

This is a vegetarian version of the pork and prawn dumplings that are common throughout Borneo. These dumplings come from the Chinese...

Pâté derives from the French word "patette" which means paste. It was initially used to describe any paste filling used in pastries. Pâté...

In my world, a salad has to be spectacular, the freshest of greens and vegetables, the brightest of colours and a delicious splash of...

Radicchio is one of those vegetables that has entered the Indian market and is viewed quizzically as it is new to most folks. It has...

Xico is a small town in the Veracruz state of Mexico known for its coffee plantations and exceptional cuisine, including moles. Tourists...

Sometimes, recipes pop from great, simple ingredients. This is one of those recipes. This is decadent ice cream, but the flavours are...

Turkish cuisine is known for its kebabs and meze, but is also renowned for its beautiful, slow-braised stews. These dishes are derived...

A Kebat is a stir-fried dish usually served at home. Its origins are clouded in mystery, and some theories claim it is a Muslim dish that...

I consider biryanis as the king of all rice dishes from around the world. Layers of rice with a "korma" folded in, these dishes pack...

Okra is loved across India and is often cooked as a stir-fry or in curries. Indian okra is never slimy, unlike some Creole and African...

While I was in college in Mumbai, one of my friends would bring this cutney in her unch box every day and I would swoop down on it. The...