The morning is quiet, as usual. I come down the stairs and head straight towards my prayer altar. I close my eyes, fold my hands …
My Writings
Dream yourself a dream
Today is a big day for me. It has become due to your love and support and I am thankful: after all, what is a …
Essay: How recipes are born: Curried Schnitzel, CSM
When my German friend, Lydia, made me her childhood fav dish – Schnitzel — it was more than just a cooking lesson. It was a …
What's for dinner, Mom?
I had the opportunity to interview a few of my favorite mommy bloggers (including Jaden Hair and Kelsey Banfield) and ask them about their fav …
The King and I
Have you ever thought, “Wouldn’t it be so cool if, say, Bill Clinton [or insert the name of your greatest hero] came to dinner?” I …
Knock, Knock….Who is at your door?
My very caring father lives in New Delhi, India. Each month, without fail, for the past ten years or so, I get these amazing packets …
Featured in Whole Living, March 2012 issue
This falls under the- I tried and tried and tried- category! I have pitched Whole Living magazine when it was Body & Soul and before… …
Featured in Femina: How Cooking Saved Me
When I was growing up, Femina was possibly one of my most favorite Indian magazines. I used to read it from cover to cover and …
Fasting for Love — GILT TASTE
If you want to learn anything about writing, read everything by GILT TASTE editor Francis Lam. He is one amazing writer and a really insightful …
On NPR today: Curry Leaves!
I am on NPR’s Kitchen Window today discussing one of my most favorite ingredients to cook with: Curry Leaves! Try this lovely Curry Leaves Mojito …