The term “Balti” actually refers to the cooking vessel in which the food is both made and often served. My Balti Calamari is tender & full of yummy flavors. If you are not a big fan of squid, do feel free to use shrimp or even fish instead. The dish will still be delicious.

A quick & easy, delicious Indian meal that can be made on those busy weeknights. This versatile recipe is my “go to” curry, it’s a simple & delicious, one-pot meal that will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. You can easily substitute vegetables for a vegetarian version if you like.

My Kairichi Ghashi (Konkani Green Mango Curry) is made using green mangoes. Personally, I like this curry best when the mangoes are still partially green & partially yellow (or ripe). That in-between stage makes this curry particularly flavorful. So pick up some green mangoes & try this dish soon!

If you are a big coconut fan – then this is the perfect recipe for you! My Goan Coconutty Spice Cake is the absolute best coconut cake you have ever had in your life! This cake is sweet, moist & full of delicious yummy coconutty goodness. No special trip to Goa required for this yummy cake!

My simple & delicious Vegetable Fried Rice is a great way to use leftover rice. There are no real rules here, you can add your favorite vegetables or just use whatever vegetables you have on hand. This dish comes together very quickly, making it perfect for those busy weeknights.

Sambar powder is a delicious blend of spices & dals used to make sambar – a delicious South Indian vegetable & lentil curry that is served with idlis (steamed lentil cakes) & dosas (lentil crepes). Although it's readily available, nothing beats my homemade version for both taste & flavor.

Kodbale are a delicious deep-fried snack enjoyed throughout Maharashtra state. They are basically savory spirals of crunchy goodness made from rice flour. Kodbale are usually served along with tea, but they can be enjoyed at anytime as a snack or eaten with breakfast. Do try making them soon :-)

My delicious & super moist Carrot Almond Cupcakes are so simple to make & so absolutely heavenly to eat. This recipe is also a great way to get your kids into the kitchen to help you. I often make this as a straight up cake for my family & friends but somehow, the cupcakes are always more fun ☺

My Oats, Almond & Date Smoothie is a super healthy drink that works very well for breakfast or even as a mid-afternoon "pick me up" drink. It's simple to make, healthy, nutritious & just delicious. I especially enjoy an oats, almond & date smoothie either before or after a good workout ☺.

Bitter melon (or bitter gourd) is commonly eaten throughout India & is especially prized for its medicinal & nutritional values. This super healthy vegetable has a subtle bitter flavor that mellows out when cooked with spices & aromatics. Bitter melons can be found in any Asian grocery store.