Recipe: Ugadi Pachadi – a Reflection of the Myriad Flavours of Life
It is that time of the year when the old gives way to the new and nature is basking in the colours of spring. It is time for one of…
Recipe: Green Chilli Pickle – a Medley of Flavours
It is often said that there is nothing like a bite of pickle to perk up the drabbest of meals. This is indeed true for they add a touch of…
Mattu Gulla: a much loved regional delicacy
Mention the word ‘Mattu Gulla‘ and it is sure to bring a glimmer to the eyes of anyone hailing from Udupi or the Dakshin Kannada region. A unique variety of…
Recipe: Potato Samosa: a universally loved dish
Today is World Samosa Day and there is no denying the fact that this is one dish that is loved world over. A dish that originated in Central Asia, Samosas…
Recipe: Mangalore Buns – a nice way to use ripened bananas
Overripe bananas making their way into banana cakes and banana bread is something we all know of. But did you know you can also use the bananas to make Mangalore…
Recipe: Raw Mango Flavoured Rice (Mavinakai Chitranna)
Come summer and it is the season of the king of fruits aka mango. From the luscious Alphonso to the parrot shaped Totapuri, there are close to a whopping 1500…
Recipe: Sakkare Acchu: festive sugar mould figurines
Sakkare acchu which translates to sugar moulds in Kannada refers to figurines made using sugar syrup for Makar Sankranthi and other festive occasions. It is a festive speciality. “Sugar is…
Pumpkin: a treasure house of goodness
Fibrous, fleshy and loaded with goodness, few vegetables are as nutritious as sweet pumpkin. An important harvest vegetable in India, sweet pumpkin is a much-loved delicacy given its impressive nutrition…
Recipe: Amla Tzatziki – a fusion delicacy replete with Indo-Middle Eastern flavours
It is often said that life is like an Indian Gooseberry, sour and bitter at first but always sweet in the end. Flavourful, therapeutic and versatile, Amla aka the Indian…
Recipe: Betel Leaf Rasam – a perfect combination of health and taste
A symbol of truth, prosperity, fertility and abundance, betel leaves are an intrinsic part of Indian culture. It is integral to festivals and the celebration of any auspicious occasion. Apart…