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The aroma is unmistakable. Ghee at the forefront and not just ghee. Hot ghee that has toasted cashews and raisins, melding with the caramels of the natural sugar in the raisins. That’s the aroma that envelopes you when you are seated in front of this bejeweled rice dish from the Indian state of Kerala. Ghee…
Finding the pearl in the ocean It is an ocean when it comes to food recipes on the internet. They are EVERYWHERE. WordPress, Instagram, Youtube, Pinterest …. I could go on. Learning to make something is not that hard anymore. We have so many blogs or websites to choose from. But there comes a time…
‘Tis the season to be jolly! There is something about Christmas that brings in a feeling of calm and relaxation. We look back at our accomplishments and failures for the year. Every December, we rest our old baggage and look forward to the new year. The cookies and Christmas cheer also help! Fluffier Waffles with…
Fermentation – The Foundation of South Indian Cooking One must learn to ferment to get a true understanding of South Indian cuisine. From our pickles to our idlis/dosas to our yogurt, we rely heavily on the process of fermentation. So what is fermentation? To put it in simple terms, it is to simply wait. If you…
