Monthly Archives: January 2012

Kerala: From Thalassery to Cochin

The best part of this trip to Kerala has been the ability to watch local cooks in action. I’ve learned so much from just observing how they operate in their own kitchens and make dishes that I make regularly but … Continue reading

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I’m a Fraud!

There. I said it. I’m a fraud. I always talk about eating healthy – making your own food at home – enjoying the process and not just the get – teaching your kids how to eat healthier and all I … Continue reading

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Vegan 101

I grew up eating mostly Indian food.  Even our spaghetti usually had a hint of cumin. This means my weeks were 99 percent filled with vegetarian meals of lentils, curried vegetables, and homemade rotis (not naan as everyone now mistakenly … Continue reading

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Stovetop Chana Masala – Slow Cooker Chickpeas & New Year’s Resolutions

Chana Masla is the most requested meal in our house. But, before we discuss that, let’s first talk process. Simply put, the method in which you do something – anything. For me, it’s the hours, sometimes days it takes to perfect a … Continue reading

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