Had enough of aloo parathas and aloo tamatar, wondering what new to cook with that big bag of potatoes? Here’s a collection of interesting/unusual potato recipes to go with an Indian vegetarian dinner. Some of these recipes are easy, some involved – all are guaranteed to get the crowd hungry for more.
Gifting times are round the corner. As one foodie to another, let me unabashedly say – nothing compares to the delight of receiving a gorgeously packaged food gift basket during holiday season. Use these ideas to plan food gift baskets for fellow foodies, or to let your loved ones know what *you* want!
This is a guest post by Kei Nishida, a green tea enthusiast and published author on the topic of green tea.
Green tea, which is made from Camellia sinensis leaves, is widely known to have a wealth of health benefits. The tea originated in the country of China, before quickly spreading throughout the Asian continent. Today, people all around the globe consume the delicious drink as a way to improve their health, boost their immunity and enhance their brain functions. Nevertheless, many westerners do not understand the precious protocols involved with traditional green tea preparation. Most opt for the most convenient and quickest method. Are you positive you’re getting the most from your green tea?
Sometimes the universe sends you many little signals nudging you towards a certain action.
Last month I was swapping recipes with a colleague for quick lunchbox ideas when she asked: "Don’t you make anything at all without tomatoes?" I had been describing to her my red capsicum curry. Her remark made me pause and reflect. Yes, I am partial to tomatoes.
You read that right: chia seeds and sabja seeds are not the same. Ignore the wisdom that tells you otherwise. Set aside the surface similarities, the fact that both chia and sabja are recommended for weight loss and as a source of nutrients/dietary fiber. Here’s a rundown of the differences between these two wonder foods.
Nothing beats besan in making “sabzi” when you have no vegetables on hand! Try the jhunka / zunka to see how – in this recipe with spring onions for zing.
A bright side dish to perk up your mealtimes. Cucumber pomegranate salad with the zing of lemon and mint – the very definition of healthy gorgeousness.