Recipes

Rose, Cardamom and Pistachio flavoured Ice cream

Rose is such a commonly used ingredient in Indian cooking. Rose water, dried petals and even powders all part of Indian sweet as well as savoury dishes. They lend a floral essences and a fresh flavour. From rice puddings, biryanis, […]

Cooking Unni Appams
for a joyous occasion... Happy Diwali!

Lights, colors, fireworks and of course good food to spread the spirit of festivities on this occasion. Happy Diwali to everyone and may the coming year bring along joy & happiness. Diyas and Indian sweets are the order of the […]

Spiced chocolate barfi

I have made so many Indian sweets this Diwali followed by a lot of happy eaters. There were gift hampers, dinner parties and friends dropping by most evenings sampling some of the delights on offer. A few leftovers to nibble […]

Besan Laddoo
Gram flour laddoos for a Happy Diwali

Celebrations, happiness, joy meeting up with family and friends. Could you think of a better way to spend this beautiful and auspicious occasion? This is one of my favourite times of the year and takes me back to my home […]

Thali

The word 'Thali' refers to the way meals are eaten in India; where a mixed selection of delicious dishes are served together on one platter. They offer a wonderful way to experiment with Indian flavours and dishes and to discover the rich and diverse range of this cuisine. From familiar and classic Indian dishes like Tadka Dal and Matar Paneer alongside less familiar ones such as Pomegranate Spiced Chicken and Konkani Jackfruit Stir-Fry, these recipes will encourage you to explore the varied and vibrant range of food, flavours and textures across the Indian subcontinent, and give you the confidence and skill to create your own perfect thali. Featuring a thali inspiration section at the end which showcases four stunning regional thalis to recreate at home, as well as menu ideas to help you mix and match recipes as you like, Thali is a joyful and creative approach to Indian home-cooking that will excite and inspire.
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