Kotte kadubu: a symbol of tradition wrapped in moulds of faith
Having celebrated Ganesh Chathurthi last week with all the religious fervour, this post is a look at one of the traditions followed each year on the day of the festival.…
Recipe: Okra (ladies finger) top or Okra crown chutney
While ‘trash cooking’ maybe a trend today, it is actually an age old practice that was meticulously followed during the yesteryears. This concept of ‘root to shoot‘ cooking is currently…
Recipe: Poppy and Flaxseed chutney powder- healthy and nutrient rich
Spices, seeds, herbs….there are so many staples we use in Indian cooking on a daily basis. Given that Indian food is a melting pot of flavours and aromas, these ingredients…
WelcomCafe Jacaranda: global flavors with a fresh appeal
True to its name, WelcomCafe Jacaranda is an elegant, graceful yet vibrant restaurant in the midst of Bengaluru’s Central business district (CBD). A meal here is sure to leave you…
Recipe: Walnut Chutney Powder
The health benefits of the edible seeds of the Juglans genus tree or Walnuts, as they are commonly called, can hardly be overemphasised considering the significant amounts of nutrients they…
Oats and Finger Millet pancakes using Sprig Real Cinnamon Imbued Honey
One among the most common ingredients we use in our daily lives is honey. Rich in antioxidants, it has always been known for its antiseptic properties that help heal wounds…
Recipe: Pineapple Rasam – a melange of savoury, sweet and tangy flavours
A staple of any South Indian meal, rasam aka saru in any form is my all time favorite. I love drinking it most of the time. Today, I tried an…
Recipe: Tender Coconut payasam using Sprig Salted Caramel
There is nothing more refreshing than a bowl of payasam to finish any meal. Symbolic of all things happy, festive and celebratory, payasam is one of the most common desserts…
Recipe: Sweet pumpkin raitha (curd based sauce) using Sprig 6 Pepper medley
Come January and it is the season of sweet pumpkin. In fact, it is customary to eat sweet pumpkins during this season with the winter slowly coming to an end…
Fresh beginnings and new resolutions this Sankranti
Sankranti Come new year and it is time for new beginnings, fresh resolutions and start of all things auspicious. In sync with this spirit of celebration comes the first festival…