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Corn and Red Pepper Fiesta Chaat in Mini-Fillo Cups
India is magical at this time of the year…and it’s not just for the beautiful fall-like weather across much of the country. September through November is also considered the ‘holiday season in India’,...
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Honey Ginger Pork Tenderloin Slider Sandwiches (And 5 Steps to Cook Juicy...
Happy Halloween…Wish all our readers a delicious ‘ghoulish’ celebration! A few years back, we were all ‘chickened out’…Red meats were getting a bad rap; chicken was becoming the only white meat choice...
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3 Simple Appetizers for Your Holiday Entertaining
The holiday season is upon us… A global entertaining frenzy has begun, as each of us looks for unique food, beverage and decorating ideas for our next holiday party; ideas that will stand apart from...
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A Piping Hot ‘Kadhi’ Yogurt Soup
Yogurt holds a place of pride in the Indian cuisine. Everyone knows India’s ubiquitous yogurt drink ‘lassi‘, and you rarely ever find an Indian meal without its staple accompaniment of ‘raita‘, the...
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A Spanish Tapas Trio
On Our Menu Today: Minty Mushrooms in Mini-Fillo Cups Spiced Shrimp with a Lemon Butter Drizzle ‘Patata Brava-style’ Potatoes with Spicy Tomato Chutney Inspired by our Scrumptious Spanish Journey, we...
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Cumin and Almond ‘Khari’ Biscuit, A Parsi Tea Snack Treat
No one can deny their indelible stamp on the culinary landscape of south Bombay in India, a city where they hold a place of pride all their own. Once ahead of their time, the ‘Irani cafes’ in Bombay...
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Baked Lentil, Potato and Red Pepper Savory Cakes (Patties) with Yogurt-Mint Dip
This recipe for lentil, potato and red bell pepper patty-style cakes was created for Zenfully Delicous (a site worth checking out) as one of two recipes accompanying a fun and informative article, ‘The...
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A Collection of Chutneys
Nowadays, it’s common to find a bottle of Indian chutney in the condiment shelf of a western home, occupying a place of pride alongside salsas and relishes. An old staple of the Indian diet, the...
View ArticleChicken Drumstick Kebabs Served with Cilantro-Yogurt Chutney
Welcome to our first post in ‘The Indian-inspired Grills and Kebab Series’. Did you know? The popular Indian clay-oven called ‘Tandoor’ can reach temperatures of 900F (480C)… and it never gets turned...
View ArticleIndian Street-food Inspired ‘Couscous Chaat’
Today, we talk ‘Couscous’… For the ones among us unfamiliar with it; let me introduce you to a staple in many North African countries; Couscous. Generally made using semolina, this wholesome grain is...
View ArticleWelcome Spring with a Turmeric Pressed-Rice (Poha) and Pea Salad
Indian cuisine’s love of rice is well-known. In fact, most regions of India would deem a meal incomplete if rice is not part of its servings. Globally lesser-known rice nuance of India, giving instant...
View ArticleCrispy Parsi Chicken Farchas served with Mint-n-Mustard Yogurt Dip
Served at most Parsi events and occasions, ‘Chicken Farchas’ are a uniquely Parsi cuisine serving of crisp on the outside and moist on the inside chicken-pieces, much like a spiced version of the...
View ArticleThree Interesting Twists on Paneer, the Homemade Indian Cheese
On our Menu today: Thyme and Lemon Paneer Paneer with a Hint of Warm Spices Honey and Cinnamon Flavored Paneer Few Indian culinary words can bring the same happy knowing look to people’s face, as...
View ArticleEgg Salad with Bell Peppers in a Toastie-style Panini Sandwich
The evolving role of a modern day ‘Dad’ is one of the biggest paradigm shifts of our times. Its been heartwarming to watch the changing face of fathers, from yesteryear’s ‘uninvolved & boldly stoic...
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Buttermilk and Thyme Chicken Tikka Kebab…on the Grill
An Indian classic with global culinary acclaim, ‘Chicken Tikka’ needs little introduction. So today, inspired by the flavors of north India’s cream-based Malai Chicken Tikka; I’ve created a magically...
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Indian Summer Inspirations: Cooler Cocktails to Beat the Heat
On the Bar List (non-alcoholic versions included) Lemony Mint Watermelon Cooler Cocktail Coconut Water Blueberry Margarita Back in India, summers bring on a need for endless hydration; one which is...
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Delectable Indian-inspired Grills and Kebabs
Last summer, in my biweekly Indian-inspired Grills and Kebab Series, offering mouthwatering kebab recipes and grilling ideas inspired by a variety of regional Indian cuisines; I covered many Indian...
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A Delightful Indian High-Tea ‘Chai’ Party
On the High Tea menu Ginger Spiced Chai – An Indian Tea Preparation Parsi Cumin and Almond ‘Khari’ Biscuit Cheese Chili Toast Triangles Pistachio and Saffron Rice Pudding (Kheer) Isn’t it surprising...
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Baked Kale and Potato Dumplings – The ‘Batata Vada’ Reinvented
In most parts of the world, school is back in session. In addition to homework-tantrums and the proverbial hunt for lost shoes at 7am; there’s need for quick, easy and wholesome workday family meals....
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Savory Saffron Pistachio and Mushroom Strudel…A Global Indian Creation
On my recent visit back to India, many Indian-inspired global culinary creations I encountered, had me convinced that Peri’s Spice Ladle is very much in sync with the food trends in big Indian cities...
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