Red-braising is one of the oldest cooking techniques in the world. Originally thought to have originated in Shanghai, red braising is a...

Thai cuisine uses coconut milk instead of cream or eggs to make creamy and delicious ice cream. These ice creams are vegan; trust me; you...

I have become obsessed with rasam recently. They are spicy and flavorful and differ between regions, communities, and even families. The...

A good stock is the basis of any good soup. It is where all the great flavours hide and what takes a soup from average to extraordinary....

Everyone loves paneer, but I particularly love paneer when it comes off the grill or from the tandoor. Soft and succulent and coated in...

Some salads are meals, packed with loads of green and vegetables; these salads are both very nutritious and full of flavour. This salad...

I really did not know what to expect when I decided to make this dish. I have previously used anchovies from a can or jar, mostly as a...

Arroz con leche is Spain's answer to rice pudding. This version is exotic and off-the-charts good. The chef insists on good quality...

I love lasagna, but I hesitate to make it because of the recipes I have been very involved in. Lasagna is the epitome of slow cooking;...

I love mushrooms and definitely do not cook them enough. This is a dish that highlights the essential flavours of Thai cuisine: spicy,...

I am a big fan of egg salad, and finding a well-balanced and wonderful version of this dish is so hard. A good egg salad, in my mind, is...

Some salads feature wonderful, fresh ingredients. This is that salad, all about wonderful ingredients that come together beautifully. If...

I spent 10 years in Mumbai finishing school and in college and during this time, Bombay curry was a staple at my Aunt's house, feasted on...

I have not enjoyed gooseberries since I was a child, so finding them in the market was a joy. I snacked on a few, sprinkled with a touch...

I have been making some lighter fare recently for a number of reasons, but mainly to be healthy. When folks think of light food, they...

This is the most traditional dal from West Bengal, especially Calcutta. This dal is particularly served during Hindu festivals and...

Dates are a symbol of the Arab world and the cultivation of dates goes back to centuries to probably the 6000-8000 BC and are considered...

I have been making this delightful soup for the last 10 years or so, it is one of my favourites. This is a super healthy soup, packed...

I am very partial to kichdis, and Indian cuisine has an unlimited number of them from every region and community. See more on the history...

I have become a bit obsessed with amaranth greens, both red and green because they are delicious and full of nutrients. They are pretty...