Miss Cinnamon?
Lately I’ve been asking my friends and family this question: ”If I were an ingredient what would I be”? Most of the responses were cinnamon, and a select few, whom I shall leave unnamed, said I remind...
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Tackling Ginger
1. Easiest way to peel ginger. If you keep ginger in the fridge/freezer/outside, the easiest way to get the peel off is using a spoon. Just use the edge of the spoon, and hold the ginger tight and peel...
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Herbs have feelings too!
Herbs are a big part of many cuisines around the world. In order to get the most out of your bunch of herbs, you need to treat them with care- they’re sensitive! Cilantro, Coriander or Kattipatha (as...
View Article“How did you get your Banana Bread to be so Moist???”
This is a question I frequently get asked if someone tries my banana bread! But, this tip can be used for all cakes, cupcakes, breads etc. I usually add an equivalent amount of yogurt as oil/butter...
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Can we keep vegetables pretty AND tasty?
Well, here’s a tip on how to keep green vegetables- asparagus, broccoli, green beans, etc- vibrant, tasty and appealing. Usually in most Indian vegetable dishes, the veggies are boiled/blanched before...
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Ever have an issue with getting rid of that garlic stench??
If you cook then you know that handling garlic with bare hands leaves an unpleasant garlic scent. Even if you scrub your hands with soap, it just lingers! I LOVE garlic in my food, but definitely not...
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Fresh Pav Bhaji Masala
I promised you a recipe for making your very own Pav Bhaji masala so here it is! Most of these ingredients can be found in a regular super market or wholesale store (i.e. BJs, Costco), or you can have...
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How Do I Get These Egg Shells Out of My Omelette?!
One of the most common problems with breakfast and baking is egg shells in your food! Image Source After many trials and tribulations of cracking eggs for baking, making omelets and breakfast for my...
View ArticleAn Obvious but Nevertheless Forgotten Tip
To keep fresh vegetables and herbs, well, fresh just remember not to wash them and store them in the fridge. The moisture from the water, combined with the oozing oxygen and moisture from the...
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“I’m on a ‘diet,’ so no pasta for me!”
(Image Source) How many times have you heard this from a friend who’s trying to lose weight before the summer or just in general? Honestly, I find it silly. I feel like people aren’t aware of the way...
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