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Fantastic Fusion Food Just For you!

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We Indians love trying new things and are born with an infinite love for food. Fusion food is a general term for the combination of various forms of cookery and comes in several forms. Fusion cuisine combines elements of different culinary traditions. And, India is filled with varied cultures and traditions, fusion of one cuisine with another just adds to the taste and creativity in our culinary world. The most unique bit about fusion cuisine is that they cannot be categorized according to any particular style and have played a part in several innovations. Indians are also super obsessed with “Ghar ka khana”, “Maa ke haath ka khana” which is basically home-cooked food. Even though you had the best pizza in your life, the top most will always be that one tedhi medhi but full of pyar pizza in a dosa or roti which is her first try to impress you in her own andaaz. Isn’t that cute? Food is more than just a need; it is more like an emotion. So, here are some delicious and crazy fusion reci...
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Dive into the flavours of South India!

South Indian delicacies are not just restricted to the area, but, are loved pan India.    This cuisine is an amalgamation of flavours, textures, cooking styles and aromas from various states from the southern part of India.    Though the dishes might be similar in using key ingredients like coconut oil, curry leaves, mustard seeds and red chillies, still the food from all these places is unique. But you do not need to head down to the South to get that unique experience; instead you can experiment with it at your home. I’ve listed some of the traditional dishes of this lovely cuisine for a delicious South Indian journey!   1.        Neer Dosa Move over the usual  masala dosas  and  appams  and make way for  neer dosas  instead. The thin watery batter that goes into preparing this flimsy paper like, melt-in-the-mouth dosa probably gives it its name. Best paired with delicious Mangalorean gassi or spicy c...
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Quintessential desi snacks at every occasion

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  The best part about Indian snacks is that they are so varied and full of flavours that even if you’re not hungry, you will start drooling over them once they are infront of your eyes. Indian hospitality is legendary and there is no doubt about that because we Indians have always believed in the phrase ‘Atithi Devo Bhava! And, the first thing that we serve to our house guests is an array of snacks, most of which are not suited for the calorie conscious people but everyone loves them anyway. These snacks are also a regular with our evening cuppa of chai or coffee. Whether it’s a random get-together, dhamakedar festive season or a kid’s birthday party, these desi snacks always make their way to the dining table, without fail. Today, let’s talk about those quintessential snacks which can never go out of fashion!   1.       Khaman Dhokla: This Gujarati snack which is a favourite with everyone always makes an appearance when we talk about snacks. Unl...
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All-time favourite desi combos

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  What is so interesting about desi food combinations? Let me answer that question with one word, ‘everything.’ India is known for having a varied list of desi combinations. And scientists too, have figured out what makes Indian food so delicious. Indian food is a result of the precise pairing of ingredients which is very different from the West. Western cuisine consists of many dishes with overlapping flavours. Indian cuisine, on the other hand, does not have a mix of ingredients that overlap.   Well, this is all too technical, let’s just dive into the recipe bit.   I have handpicked some of the popular Indian combinations with a slight twist which are just one thing, ‘the best!’ Read on…   1.       Paneer Chole Bhature Chole Bhature is the classic North Indian recipe which we have been enjoying since ages. But, what if you get paneer + chole + bhature together? Amazing, na? Here’s the recipe of Paneer Chole Bhature , with a soft...
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Recipes that are an absolute bliss!

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Let’s admit the fact that each one of us have a soft corner for food, fascinated with one or the other dish. It is indeed a blessing to have so much variety in food and some of the dishes that have a desi feeling connects with our taste buds in the best way. Be it pav bhaji, chole bhature, samosa, kachori, bhel puri, etc. So, guess what? If you had held back your temptation for any of these, here’s a chance to time travel and revisit some good ol’ memories. Moreover, the names too will make you salivate and give you an urge to make them today. Then why wait for a special occasion when you can create one just about now!   But, before you indulge on a food trip, here are some quick facts about Indian food. ●        Chutneys are an indispensable part of Indian food. But, did you know that the British too loved our chutneys? In fact, they named one of the chutney’s as ‘Major Grey’s.’ Interestingly, it is still sold in India and is quite famous. ● ...
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Pick these recipes for your next picnic

  Summer is here and it is fair to let you all know that it’s the official season to go picnicking. Planning a picnic on a bright sunny day, backpacking your stuff, picking up your cool shades and driving to the perfect picnic spot with your peers, sounds exciting, isn’t it? With all the fun, you can also bag up some Vitamin D and click loads of sun-kissed selfies. But apart from all this, let’s come to the most important bit – food!   Picnics are a great way to unwind on a weekend but it’s also stressing when it comes to deciding what to pack for refreshments. Don’t worry! I’vegot this list of some picnic perfect recipes which are going to add to your fun day and will absolutelysave the day. Read on…   1 .       PeanutJam French Toast The best thing about peanut butter is, it tastes great with anything and everything. Peanut butter and jam slathered on bread, dipped into egg and finally pan-fried to perfection. Simple and delicious, thi...
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Step into the New Year with a delish feast

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Raise your glasses, look outside, witness the star studded sky and let the new hopes begin to dwell with the New Year sneaking in. Time flew by and with we entering into a brand new year, we realise that we had stayed strong all this while in these tough times, which is surely going to be fruitful in the near future. It also brings forward the reason to celebrate our togetherness with family members, friends and loved ones. This year signified that no amount of distance can bring aloofness in our hearts for the ones we genuinely care and feel for.   So, let’s welcome the New Year by being gratitude to the ones who have stood by us all this while, and cook some awesome, delicious dishes for them. Here are some of the best picks, handpicked just for them! Go ahead, do your bit…   1)       Cheesy Momos We all have an extra heart for momos, always! These soft, tiny wonders indeed occupy a special place in our lives. Be it any age group, it makes ...
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