I consider myself very lucky when it comes to being surrounded by people I deeply care for. Friends who I love and family that I can’t do without. I always think about ways to make them feel special…., without expecting anything in return (yes yes, it sounds noble and all that…., but noble isn’t what … More Affogato, How to Make an Affogato
There is something amazing about baking a cake for someone. It fills you with a sense of achievement and makes you feel generous… Yes, agreed, anyone can walk into a bakery and buy the fanciest cake out there, but nothing beats the feeling of baking a cake from scratch (with imperfect frosting, of course) and bringing it … More Birthday Chocolate Cake for Two
This Vegetarian Chili with Spinach also is known as Rajma is hot, healthy, delicious and protein packed. They’re practical in that you can make large batches and enjoy for days on end. This can be made with very simple ingredients and stays well for couple days for you to enjoy as left overs. When … More Spinach Rajma, How to make Spinach-Chili
When life gives you a huge watermelon, be thankful and make popsicle. Sounds so clichéd, right? Sorry, couldn’t help it. So yes, go ahead and make Watermelon Strawberry Honey Popsicle. They are refreshing, sugar free and delicious. My husband came home with this big watermelon the other day. The dude loves shopping at Costco! What … More Watermelon Strawberry and Honey Popsicles
Netherlands is not all about Tulips or Amsterdam. Amsterdam is awesome, agreed! I had an absolutely amazing time there, meeting friends, sampling desserts, drinking coffee and cocktails, cruising the canals, visiting museums and soaking up history. Read more about my Amsterdam Diary here. However, you step out of Amsterdam and you see the real Holland … More Netherlands (Part 2) – Hague, Zaanse Schans, Marken and Delft
There is nothing about Europe, that I don’t like. I’m crazy about Europe and I always feel I don’t get enough. This year when we decided to spend 4 days in Netherlands, I was ecstatic. I did have some reservations about Amsterdam considering its reputations on sex and drugs (since we were traveling with kids).., … More Netherlands (Part 1) – Amsterdam: A Photo Diary
This Misthi Doi Cheesecake is delicate, smooth, luscious and extremely yummy. Not only that, its also super quick and easy to make. I even kept it simpler by not adding a cheesecake crust. Plus, its eggless. What else can we ask for a dessert, right? So, here is the Eggless, Crustless, Misthi Doi (Greek Yogurt) Cheesecake. Excited? And … More Mishti Doi Cheesecake/Greek Yogurt Cheesecake
Pink Grapefruit Paloma is that perfectly delightful refreshing cocktail that you want for your summer parties. Fresh Grapefruit juice is the star ingredient here…, which is THE perfect citrus for summer cocktails. This Grapefruit Paloma is tart, sweet and very summery. And that color !! That’s the exact shade of baby pink I was going for in my cocktail. If … More Pink Grapefruit Paloma
You can’t go wrong with this Chili-Lime-Mango Chicken recipe. The sweetness from the mangoes, the heat from the chilies, the tartness from the lime add loads of flavors to this chicken recipe. Not only that, this is very healthy too. And, don’t forget, gluten-free as well. I used a little bit of wine in the marinade, but it’s totally optional. … More Chili-Lime-Mango Chicken (Healthy)
Mango Mousse .., or, you can call it Mango Cream as well, is a light and smooth textured dessert. Something you can easily do-ahead for your dinner parties. Often times, during mango season, I make this easy dessert and it’s invariably always loved…, especially by my husband and my younger son who are die hard mango fans. There are a couple … More Mango Mousse (Eggless), How to Make Eggless Mango Mousse
