My younger son turned 5 last week and I wanted to make a cake for him that not only looks good but is also a hit with the kids – especially, 5-year-olds. It didn’t take me long to decide on a cake that’s covered with Confetti or Sprinkles. Nothing makes a kid squeal with joy looking … More Birthday Confetti Layer Cake
Gluten Free is the new buzz word, yeah? I see and hear gluten free everywhere I go – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest..everywhere. And of course a big topic of conversation among my health freak friends too. And, as always, I’m averse to change and it would take a lot of coaxing to make me … More Chocolate-Banana Muffins, How to make Gluten-Free Chocolate Banana Muffins
“….that the mounds of ices, and the bowls of mint-julep and sherry cobbler they make in these latitudes, are refreshments never to be thought of afterwards, in summer, by those who would preserve contented minds’ – Charles Dickens I heard about Mint Juleps from a friend. I was fascinated with the name and I always … More Mixed Berry Mint Julep
Rejoice with your family in the beautiful land of life… – Albert Einstein For me, a homemade meal holds an integral part in keeping a family together, in creating memories and in starting traditions… I love Chicken Kasha. As long back as I can remember, all our Sunday lunches used to include one big non-vegetarian … More Chicken Kasha, Chicken Dry Roast
Tell me about some healthy alternatives that you have incorporated into your lifestyle, of late. I’ll share about mine. I overcame my fear of quinoa and embraced this magical grain with open arms (yes yes, took me like a year to do so..but hey, better late than never, right!!) I learned to bake with almond … More Tandoori Fish Tikka
These Egg-Free Butter-Free Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake is a moist and flavorful cake, which is a breeze to make. This is not the first time I have made it, and I am sure it will not be the last. This is my go-to cake when I need my chocolate fix and trust me, this Egg-Free Butter-Free Dark … More Egg-Free Butter-Free Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake
This Ricotta Cheese Tart has a very very similar taste to Chhena Poda – a desert which is unique to Odisha, India. I was not a very fan of Chhena Poda, while growing up but much later in life, I started to enjoy it. For me, Chhena Poda is a much more healthier version of all … More Ricotta Cheese Tart (Egg-less, Flour-less)
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY, All!! Hope this cake screams love for you all. My Ras Malai Cream Cake doesn’t have Ras Malais ducked into it. This layered Sponge Cake is based on the flavors of Ras Malai – Cheese (ricotta), Cardamom, Saffron, Rose Water. Each bite of this ethereal cake will give you the taste of Ras Malai … More Ras Malai Cream Cake
OKAY!! I love my wine. There is nothing like relaxing with a glass of Pinot after a long day at work. Wine is good for you.., but no-wine is even better for you. I have given up on alcohol for next two months and, honestly speaking, I don’t miss it at all.., but then I’m … More Grilled Pineapple Jalapeño Mocktail
It’s been raining here in Northern California for two long weeks now. Love love rain.. and I’m so hoping that it does not stop. More rain means, enough snow on the sierras at least until April, to help us deal with the California drought situation. Even though my friends have been complaining about the continuous … More Crispy Coconut Shrimp – How to Make Crispy Coconut Shrimp
