Chef Sanjeev Kapoor has been called “the Rachael Ray of India,” but by Ray’s own admission, he has a bigger audience, has published more books …
Recipes & Online Cooking Classes
Cultured Flavors: Make your own yogurt
Several years ago, I did a story for the New York Times. The story focused on how money coming into the Indian economy was changing …
Saffron Salmon Bites, AARP.org, Feb 2011
Check out my fun recipes for the AARP.org’s website using aphrodisiacs that will help put you and your better half in the mood for something …
Indian Style chili, Monica-style
The only thing I love about this weather is that I get to make my style of chili. The kids love it (I make theirs minus the green chilies).
Mouthwatering Molluscs: Why You Should Reconsider the Oyster
Try oysters by gulping down shooters, from shot glasses or wine flutes with an oyster submerged in a Bloody Mary blend.
Recipe: David Lebovitz’s Pistachio Cardamom Cake
Let me just say that I am not a baker by any stretch of the imagination. I love to look at baking books with drooling …
RECIPE: Pineapple Lentil Relish, The Chicago Tribune
I was so pleased that the Chicago Tribune chose to run this recipe from Modern Spice !!! It really is a wonderful recipe and all …
Chaat Masala Kale Chips
This post and recipe is inspired by the lovely Jaden Hair over at steamykitchen.com. A while ago Jaden had posted a recipe on making kale …
Once upon a story: Long before Mango Lassi
When I moved to the US, about twenty years ago, I was introduced to a mango lassi! I fell in love with the sweet fruit …
RECIPE: Almond stuffed eggplant with caramelized shallots
Can I say that I am in love with eggplants? Or perhaps a better word would be obsessed. When I got married, a gazillion years …
