The Parsis are a small community that migrated to India from Persia (Iran today) in the 8th century. This community has had a tremendous...

I love a good salad, and this salad hit the spot during these hat days. It is super healthy and relatively easy to make. I was initially...

I love soups, and I love gnocchi. This soup called to me naturally. The original soup recipe from Deborah Madison called for commercial...

I love eggplant, especially grilled or broiled. Broiling them instead of deep frying them makes them lighter and brings out the wonderful...

For me, mac ‘n cheese is absolute comfort food. But over the years, I have grown to recognise what makes a good Mac ‘n cheese. Here are...

Braising is an art, slow cooking meat over extended periods, 4-10 hours, or more, helps develop deep flavours and infuse the meat with...

Schug (also called zhug) is now considered a Middle Eastern spicy condiment. However, it’s origins have been traced back to Yemen. I...

I love sorbets; they highlight the fruit, bringing out nuances in their flavour. This sorbet is no exception. India has 100s of varieties...

I have been making a version of this soup for folks who have not been well. It is super healthy, nutritious and super tasty. This is a...

I was given a few wood apples (also called bael in India) by a neighbour, and since I had never had them before I had to look them up. I...

Karwar is a small coastal town in the state of Karnataka that played an essential role in history during the Maratha rule. It was also an...

Garlic noodles are a treat anytime. Similar variations exist in most Far Eastern cuisines, such as Thai, Vietnam, China, and Korea, but...

I will admit to being a fan of eggplant; grilled and broiled are my favourites. The combination of soft, charred flesh and nutty-tart...

One of the new ingredients that I am super excited about is tender tamarind leaves. I was able to find another Thai recipe in my cookbook...

I was craving Burmese cuisine, so I cooked a meal using three recipes from the same cookbook. I balanced garlic noodles with two...

A gazpacho, the soup of Spain, is usually a quickly thrown together cold soup, so simple, but so difficult to make well. The beauty in...

The ability of folks to enjoy bitter flavors is based on genetics. I do enjoy it tremendously, and bitter gourd, kale, and dandelion...

Move over bland mashed potatoes for this fantastic, garlicky Greek dip. This dip is absolutely wonderful. Lots of garlic with a hint of...

Not all Mexican food is spicy; this dish is mild, beautifully flavoured and wonderful. The different regions in Mexico vary tremendously...

Everyone loves a briyani, it is the "king" of rice dishes. Most biryani featured is usually a meat (lamb or chicken) biryani. There is a...