…to a very busy schedule. We are enjoying strawberries almost every day as Pune has an abundance of this gorgeous and elegant fruit. Enjoy summer with strawberries and include it in your diet in whichever way you wish but I’m sure Fresh Strawberry Milkshake is the perfect refreshing summer drink which can be made in a jiffy while the fruit is in season! 😀 Ingredients : ½ litre chilled Milk 10-12 fresh Strawberries (hulled, destemed & chopped)…
…t homes in Punjab have a smoky flavor as food is cooked over wood fire. In Pune, we have quite a few authentic Punjabi dhabas which are run by Punjabis. The food is so delicious and awesome. Today’s recipe is Dal Tadka which is also popularly known as Tadka Dal/Dal Tarka, is healthy, hearty, beautifully textured, smoky flavored Indian preparation which is loved by many. Like most people who love dal, we too love it with Indian breads and rice but…
…st have to use your innovative skills to make it interesting and tasty. In Pune, there are so many carts and fast food joints which dish up different types of chaat and each one of them vying for attention and patronage. It is very easy to select a place of your choice to indulge and relish it. Chaat is addictive and the advantage of enjoying homemade wholesome chaat is that you can make it exclusive and hygienic. We do eat out but when made at ho…
…ee, papad, oils, herbs etc. from him. We have quite a few Kerala stores in Pune too where we get freshly ground coffee & spices but I just love the spices, etc. I picked from Kumily… We just love Sambhar & cannot resist South Indian Snacks!! In my home we have it as often as we can… irrespective of breakfast, lunch, evening tea or dinner … When I am in a great cooking mood I make my own fresh masala & use it immediately. I use Evere…
…coastal regions. I would also collect all the shells & bring them to Pune & use it in my garden or use it for art & craft. I remember a family friend from Navelim – Goa who prepared amazing Kalva. She knew my love for it & would prepare it especially for me. She cooked it in such a simple way – as a gravy, as patties, in a pulao, a dry preparation… She cooked it with great love & passion. I would dig into it thoroughly en…
…& sesame oil which is so aromatic. When I visit the Shivaji Market in Pune, I not only keep admiring all those fresh & beautiful Chinese vegetables but I pick most of them & use them in various combinations to make special vegetarian, fish, seafood & poultry meals. My family loves Chinese food too & we have it very often. The novelty in this dish is the Pineapple. The sweetness & tanginess of the pineapple just lifted…
…#038; homemakers will find it easy to dish out a tasty meal in minutes. In Pune, we get these lovely thin Dragon Noodles which I used to make this wonderful dish. We enjoyed these Egg Hakka Noodles with Chicken Pineapple Oriental which I posted yesterday. Do try this recipe.. Bon appétit ! Ingredients : 2 packets Egg Hakka Noodles 2 eggs (lightly beaten & seasoned with salt & pepper) 1 Carrot (julienned) 1 med. Capsicum (sliced thi…
…lls taste divine & is a great Indian fast food. It is very popular in Pune. It is ideal for your tiffin box, picnics & parties. It works great as a snack or an entire meal. You can prepare this at home with minimum oil if you like. I love the way the street vendor prepares it too though they are a little liberal with the oil & spice. Earlier we would love to stand at the kathi cart & enjoy biting into the kathi roll, savouring…
…favourite herbs. My family loves this amazing soup all the year round. In Pune, we are blessed with an abundance of fresh vegetables & fruits throughout the year & my vegetable basket is always adorned with luscious red tomatoes which I use lavishly while cooking or in salads. So I’m happy to share this recipe which is extremely loved by my family… Ingredients : · 4 fresh med. Tomatoes (Red & ripe) ·&nb…
…ce professional photographer. I am a Goan who lives in this beautiful city Pune (Maharashtra) and am proud to be a Punekar. I’m a foodie who loves to cook for my family and friends and who in turn enjoy the delicious fare I turn out in my magical kitchen. My family motivates me to churn out interesting and mouth watering eats through my simple home cooking. I was inspired and encouraged by my adorable children and loving husband who helped m…