Some dishes bring comfort and having them bring back lots of fond memories. For me, Uppumavu is that dish. A classic Kerala breakfast staple, often served with kadala curry (black chickpea curry), it’s as simple as it is satisfying. But it wasn’t always a regular on our table. Growing up, breakfast was mostly mum’s department. […]
I’ve been trying to be more mindful about how I start my mornings. I try to make something light but nourishing, tasty but not sugar-loaded, and definitely quick. Because let’s face it, we don’t all have the luxury of leisurely chopping papayas or waiting for oats to soak. Now, this Berry Blast Smoothie is my […]
Rajma Chawal. Just the name brings a sense of comfort, doesn’t it? In most Indian homes—including mine—it’s not just food, it’s an emotion. Rajma (red kidney beans) cooked in a luscious, spiced tomato-onion gravy, served over warm rice… it’s not only simple but also hearty, and hits all the right notes. When I moved to […]