The cuisine of Tamil Nadu is bold, fiery, aromatic & absolutely delicious! It is also a cuisine that is characterized by its lovely rice dishes. Brinji is in its most basic terms is simply rice, vegetables & warm spices simmered gently to perfection using coconut milk. Do try it soon :-)

Malai Methi Mattar Murgh is a delicious Punjabi dish consisting of tender succulent chicken combined with fresh fenugreek leaves and green peas simmered gently in a delicately spiced cream based curry. One delicious bite and you’re totally hooked! It's mouthwatering & heavenly!

In India, tea and cookies (biscuits) go hand in hand like a lovely match made in heaven. My delicious Lemon Ginger Cookies have always made the “most popular” list among teatime snacks. These homemade treats are easy, delicious and chock full of yummy deliciousness.

Globally, chickpeas are probably the most commonly eaten bean or legume. They are a main staple in Punjabi (North Indian) cuisine. My delicious Coconut Chickpea Curry is the Maharashtrian version of this typical Punjabi staple. Best of all, it’s easy to prepare & healthy to boot :-)

Thattai is a delicious crispy snack enjoyed in South India. It’s usually made during the various festival & holiday seasons. Think of them as a type of "cracker" made using rice flour along with a combination of dals or lentils, which also makes them gluten free :-)

Fire roasting really concentrates & intensifies the flavor of your food by slightly charring the outer layer. My versatile Fire Roasted Tomato Chutney is a delicious combination of all these wonderful flavors & it goes with just about anything!

My Jeera Chicken (Cumin Scented Chicken Stir Fry) is easy to make & packs a delicious cumin punch, which imparts an earthy aroma & taste. The key to this recipe lies in the freshly toasted & ground cumin, so definitely don’t skip this step! Do try it soon :-)

My fresh & healthy Carrot & Radish Salad is simple to prepare & goes with just about anything! It's a delicious accompaniment to any meal & I especially like it with grilled food. But don't let this simple dish fool you - it's full of lovely flavors, textures & very colorful to boot!

My delicious Stuffed Rice Croquettes are a great way to use up leftover rice. You can basically stuff them with almost anything from ground meat, to paneer to eggs.These are great as an appetizer, side dish or snack any time of the day. Do try them soon :-)

Fresh green beans are healthy, delicious & full of vitamins. This basic "go to" stir-fry recipe can be made using any vegetable or combination of your favorite vegetables or seasonal vegetabes. I have made it using green beans, do try it soon!