I am at a loss to understand why this is called Russian salad, as it bears no resemblance to the dish in any form. Nonetheless, it is a...

When I ask friends, and most Indian chefs, about Italian soups the first answer is always minestrone. And then there is never another...

I was amazed to see fresh cranberry beans at my local vegetable vendor. I had first seen them in the Nilgiris at a friend's house, and...

For me, desserts are about seasonal fruit and light. I generally try to end dinners with a healthy fruit dessert rather than a heavy cake...

Biryani is associated with the Islamic world, it is a combination of rice and meat, and in vegetarian versions with paneer or vegetables....

The most essential Turkish dip is cacik. It is omnipresent on every Turkish table, and some folks believe that no meal is complete...

Chutney is synonymous with Indian cuisine, but this is not always true. chutneys have traveled the world through trade and in some cases...

Potato salad is universal, every country has a version that is special. These salads are simple, nutritious and built to please a crowd....

Peanuts are common in Indian cuisine and important as a protein source in vegetarian diets. They are usually used in stir-fries as a...

Karwar is a small town across from Goa in the state of Karnataka. It is famed for its beaches and unique cuisine. Fish heavily influences...

A thuvayal, also known as a thogayal, is a thick chutney made primarily in Tamil Nadu in South India. It has a coarse texture and is...

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...