Monthly Archives: December 2010

White Chocolate Truffles

As I write this post, few hours before the closing of 2010, I am constantly reminded of the fond memories of this year which I will treasure for so many years to come.The year started on quite a sad note … Continue reading

Posted in Desserts, Easy Recipes | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 27 Comments

Moong Dal Ki Goli-Curried Lentil Balls

I hope all of you had a lovely Christmas.Ours was fully packed with movies, eating out and trips to the strip.It was a lovely long break after a long time.We went to Bellagio Casino to especially see the holiday decorations, … Continue reading

Posted in Indian Curry, Side Dishes, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 36 Comments

Rum Coconut Cake With Fruit & Nut Filling

Finally, the most beautiful time of the year is here..well almost!Merry Christmas to all of you!! When the jingling bells sound all the more merry against the chilly wind, when the decorations augment the beauty of snow laden drive down … Continue reading

Posted in Baking, Desserts, Eggs, Festival Recipes | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 46 Comments

White Chocolate & Coconut Cookies

Last week I saw a movie called the “Wedding Date.Alright,the movie is passable-nothing too great about it to discuss.The reason I m talking about this movie is because of its original soundtrack.I have only one word for it -AWESOME. The … Continue reading

Posted in Baking, Desserts, Easy Recipes, Eggs, Festival Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 37 Comments

Red Velvet Cupcakes With Orange Blossom Cheese Frosting

They say, no matter how old we grow,there’s a child in all of us.Well, I believe it.Dosent matter how kiddish it sounds but for me Christmas is mostly about Santa Claus.Its a week left to christmas and like every year … Continue reading

Posted in Baking, Desserts, Eggs | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 34 Comments

Indian Style Cranberry & Green Chilli Pickle

Preserving in oil is an age-old and a very popular way of making homemade pickles in India. Being a tropical country with bright sun almost round the year lends enormous help in yielding good quality pickles.My grandmother used to spend … Continue reading

Posted in Easy Recipes, Pickles/Preserves, Side Dishes, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 38 Comments

Linzer Cookies

Well, there is an emotional & long (sort of messy) story before I could bake these cookies and bring them to table.Here goes the making of Linzer cookies in my kitchen. I first ate these when my ex boss got … Continue reading

Posted in Baking, Eggs, General | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 37 Comments

Homemade Cranberry Jam-Obviously Spiced!!

Paint me…RED! This is such a beautiful season of the year when everything around is painted in red, white and green hues.So so beautiful.Well, red is my favorite color.Its hard to stop myself from buying anything red.If asked, I would … Continue reading

Posted in Easy Recipes, Pickles/Preserves, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 40 Comments

Buttermilk Curried Corn and Peas

I can be really corny at times.Okay not in terms of food but otherwise As far as this veggie goes, I am a big fan of baby corn maybe like many of you and the indian bhutta [roasted corn on the … Continue reading

Posted in Easy Recipes, Indian Curry, Side Dishes, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 35 Comments

Guest Post at Chow and Chatter : Cilantro and Mint Tandoori Chicken

Did all of you check out my guest post at Rebecca’s blog?Well if you havent, follow this link. Thanks again Rebecca for this exciting oppurtunity.I loved every bit of it. Have a nice weekend everyone! Enjoy!

Posted in Easy Recipes, Indian Curry, Non vegetarian, Side Dishes | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 14 Comments