Bhogichi Bhaji- for Sankranti festival

Sankranti Special! Gluten free, vegan, vegetarian Bhogichi bhaji is a moreish winter harvest festival in a pan! I am not a winter person at all and wish I could hibernate until spring arrives. But a whiff of this Bhogichi bhaji, Tilachi Vadi- A Makar Sankranti Special Sweet! and Microwave Sesame Seed Laddus in 1½ minutes!... Continue Reading →

 Trip to Goa and an heirloom recipe rediscovered!

Sharing some of our photos and an heirloom recipe for Godi Dal! Our recent trip to lush, tropical Goa seems like a dream now that I am back in wintry, cold Boston. Being in Goa with family, at our ancestral 450 year old temples and eating the traditional vegetarian thali food at the priest’s home... Continue Reading →

Raghavdas Ladu- Microwave recipe!

Make your sugar syrup in the microwave for this traditional ladu made of semolina and coconut! You all know I go nuts for coconut and this ladu is at the top of my list of favorites. It is a combination of roasted semolina, fresh grated coconut, sugar that is infused with cardamom and nutmeg and... Continue Reading →

Churma Laadoo- A modern take!

Churma Laadoos in under 10 minutes! Kid friendly nutritious snack that is a breeze to make with this new simplified (non- deep fried) recipe! Dear friends, Thank you for your requests for nutritious snacks for kids. These Churma laadoos will be a favorite with both kids and adults! I love the grainy, crispy texture of... Continue Reading →

Kolhapuri Chicken Lonchey- A quick and skinny version!

Discover the shortcut to making this  distinctly flavored, finger licking good chicken!This unique dish is perfect for potlucks, summer barbecues and gatherings as an appetizer, side or main dish. The city of Kolhapur has a special place in my heart. I have so many fond memories of my childhood there. But even one visit to Kolhapur... Continue Reading →

Baked Khari Puri, with Oats and Pancake Mix!

Perfect for summer picnics and car trips! These savory, crisp puris redolent of Indian spiced crackers are a moreish but figure friendly snack. Does your family enjoy particular snacks  during car trips? I have a family of foodies…. I know, little surprise there…..who start thinking of food from the moment we leave home,with me leading... Continue Reading →

Kaakdiche Dhondas- Cupcake Style!

Vegetarian, Gluten free, egg-less, vegan, heirloom recipe, cucumber cake now in a microwavable cupcake form!! Do you like portion controlled desserts? I love desserts but go overboard with them….meaning I cannot stop eating until the whole thing is gone:) So I thought I will try the Kaakdiche Dhondas in cupcake size portions and try to... Continue Reading →

Shrikhand Vadi in 7 minutes!

Fat free, gluten free, Indian dessert made from just 3 ingredients! Do you remember foods you loved as a child but have not had in a while? I suddenly found myself thinking of the sweet and tangy, Shrikhand Vadi this week. It is a yogurt based sweet that is so popular that we even had... Continue Reading →

Shrimp Curry Quinoa Bowl

Relish this vibrant, healthy and hearty curry bowl that surely hits the spot! Do you like curry bowls with bold flavors, textures and temperatures juxtaposed to create a tantalizing meal? Then this is the curry bowl for you! Warm, wholesome red quinoa and the spicy shrimp curry contrast perfectly with the quick pickled, cool and... Continue Reading →

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