Coconut Milk Rice (Paal Soru) and Maasi Sambal
I’m not a huge fan of plain cooked rice, so this simple yet flavorful variation always gets me excited. I first had it at home
Orange Marmalade Cake
Who doesn’t love the bright tanginess of oranges in a cake for a refreshing change from the usual flavors? This one actually started out as
Plantain Banana Stew
Banana stew, or ethampallam stew, is a traditional Kerala dish that brings together the subtle sweetness of ripe plantains and the richness of coconut milk.
Watermelon Salad
I first tasted this watermelon salad at a get-together with friends and their families, and I was instantly hooked. The vibrant mix of juicy watermelon,
Banana Bread
Living in Nagercoil, it’s almost impossible to escape the constant supply of bananas, and sometimes, two or three whole bunches ripen all at once and
British Christmas Pudding
I was first introduced to Christmas Pudding while we were living in the UK, at a holiday celebration hosted by friends. I’d always been a
Oats and Chocolate Chip Cookies
I first got hooked on oat cookies after trying a batch from a local bakery. They were such a refreshing change from regular cookies that
Gooseberry Wine
Gooseberry wine is something that’s always sitting patiently in our cupboard, maturing into a sweet, comforting treat. My mom used to make it often, and
Rava Laddu
Rava laddus are one of those timeless sweets that bring a wave of nostalgia with every bite. Made from roasted rava (also known as semolina),