Not everything I make this season is about sweets — though those certainly have their place! Sometimes, it’s the savoury nibbles, like these baked, seeded lentil crackers, that bring just as much comfort, especially when they come warm from your own oven, full of good things and no […]

I made beetroot paratha the other day and am very pleased to report that my non beetroot loving other half and son really enjoyed them. To be honest, I’m the only one who loves beetroot in the family, but looks like we may have a few converts now! […]

I often make this Bilahi pura pitika l Assamese style fire grilled and mashed tomato chutney to accompany our Assamese style meals.. Pitika and Pura- The Assamese ( from Assam, a state in North East India) are very good with their pitika (mash) and they are made with […]

This microwave fruit and nut fudge is very easy to rustle up. It just takes just a few minutes of your undivided attention. I created this recipe many years ago as a last minute gift idea for some friends. But then, it got lost until I came upon […]

These eggless ricotta and pistachio brownies were made ages ago and the recipe has been lying in the drafts for a while. With the festive and entertaining season round the corner, this recipe might come in handy. Moreover, as it’s an eggless recipe, you don’t have to be […]

Made these Baked mathri l spiced and herbed Indian snack a couple of days ago to satisfy the savoury snack cravings. They are crisp and full of flavour from the herbs and spices. Unlike the regular mathris which are deep fried, these are baked. So definitely a healthier […]

These eggless chocolate, whole wheat, oats and pecan squares – quite a mouthful- are great for those times when you are craving for a sweet treat. It is not full of cartloads of sugar and butter. And the addition of whole wheat flour and oats makes it wholesome […]

These tomato and paneer paratha are full of flavour and are absolutely delicious. The spices blend well with the rest of the ingredients and add to the taste. And as everything is mixed into the dough, it makes them easier to rustle up! Paratha- Now let’s talk about […]

These eggless goats cheese and sun dried tomato mini muffins are a breeze to rustle up and taste great. They are perfect bite sized snacks. And one can practically make and enjoy them in half and hour or perhaps even less. Christmas and New year celebrations have long […]

This recipe for Tilor Pitha l Assamese style glutinous rice wrappers with a sweet sesame filling is full of nostalgia. This is a traditional Assamese (from Assam, a state in North East India) delicacy especially prepared during the festival of Bihu. Bihu? Assam, a North Eastern state of […]