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by Monika

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Indian Style Stuffed Bell Peppers | Bharwan Capsicum

Indian Style Stuffed Bell Peppers aka Bharwan Capsicum is another childhood recipe that spells nostalgia for me. Dad's favourite and it takes me back to the many times I ate this with him. The post also talks about metabolism, Olive Oil in Indian cooking and more. So this is a post you don't want to miss ! I love all things stuffed, errr I am talking only about food. And probably the Stuffed Bell Peppers top the list. The ones with kheema and cheese or with olives and couscous and last week … [Read more...]

Jowar Mango Chia Seeds Cake with Sweet Lime Glaze

The answer to the summer cake craving -  Jowar Mango Chia Seeds Cake with Sweet Lime Glaze. No processed flour, no refined sugar and the goodness of millets. And so delicious you would want to eat the whole thing by yourself. If this isn't a win-win, we don't know what is ! This Jowar Mango Chia Seeds cake was born on a whim last week. I had some organic jowar (sorghum) flour handy and some good organic Alphonso from a friend's farm. And I couldn't be happier because it turned out really … [Read more...]

Summer Cocktails – Mulberry Basil Margarita

Summer Cocktails spell fruit for me. The fresh berries, mango, melons and the light flavours that go along with them. Summer cocktails have to be fresh and light for me. And this Mulberry and Basil Margarita ticks every point in the summer cocktail check list and it helps that it looks oh so pretty. And yes you can skip the alcohol and make a virgin version ! I detest summer (but wait I have said this before) but I LOVE summer fruits (wait I have said that before too). But somethings must … [Read more...]

Road Trip Planner Part 1 – How to get your car ready

We LOVE ROAD TRIPS ! Me, Naren (my husband) and my 9 yr old son Ojas. We are in our best elements when on a road trip. But we realised that many people shy away from road trips because they seem overwhelming. So this summer, we are bringing to you (the husband and me together) a Road Trip Planner series. From how to get your car ready to what to carry to how to entertain yourself, to how to chart routes. We will cover it all. So Stay Tuned ! Planning a road trip is fun though I know it can be … [Read more...]

Easy Fish Curry Recipe with Drumsticks and Raw Mango

A delicious and easy fish curry recipe with drumsticks and raw mango. Spicy, tangy and all kinds of awesome! It is my favourite fish curry to be made in summer. Eat it with some Kerala rice (or plain steamed if you prefer it), an appam or a dosa or even a toast of bread like my son does. Yes, yes, you *are* allowed to roll your eyes! As you already know by now, everybody in the family, including my son, loooves fish in any form so I always try to find new ways of making it for them. There are a … [Read more...]

Mango Salad with Brussels Sprouts and Fennel

It's peak of summer and the season of Mangoes. Here is a Mango Salad recipe that will make perfect use of those delightful things. Once you make this I promise you will keep some from your loot every time you buy them! Bursting with flavours of Fennel and grilled brussels sprouts, this is a perfect Summer Salad! And oh the post also has a tale of how a mango hater me got converted to a mango lover ! Mango Salad is one of my favourite ways to eat mangoes (apart from just eating it as it of … [Read more...]

Dhaba By Claridges – The search for Dhabha food ends here

One thing I miss terribly in Bangalore is a good Dhaba joint to eat good old Punjabi food. Dhabha By Claridges seems like one stop solution for it! Good old North Indian food, located in Indiranagar and great drinks too. Just what you need for the indulgent Friday! Dhaba by Claridges is now open in Bangalore, bringing with it the taste of my childhood in delicious creamy gravies and crispy naans. I grew up in Delhi, with the best of the dhabhas in the driving distance of the city. And that … [Read more...]

Old Kent Estate – Gem among Resorts in Coorg

Planning a trip to Coorg and wondering where to stay? Your search ends at Old Kent Estate. I promise it stands apart among most resorts in Coorg when it comes to beauty, taste, comfort and responsible luxury. The past few months have been very very stressful with my dad passing away and work becoming crazy. I had been craving for a break from the routine. From my house and everything else for a while and that is when we decided to take a holiday at Old Kent Estate, a gorgeous bungalow from the … [Read more...]

Shrimp Millet and Kale Salad Recipe | Perfect Summer Meal

Temperature is soaring in Bangalore and I only want light meals ! This Shrimp Millet and Kale Salad Recipe is perfect for a summer meal. Light, nutritious and super healthy. What else can one ask for ! Kale is making news and how! It is touted to be one of the superfoods of current times. If you look up online, you will see so many kale salad recipe (s) that it is not even funny. Kale belongs to the Brassica oleracea family and is considered closest to wild cabbage. It is currently … [Read more...]