My thoughts on having a boy and recipe for a spicy south Indian gravy!

Hurrah! my boy is going to be 2 next month. Although I am very happy to see him grow and shine, I am also secretly wishing for him to stay a little boy forever. Little boys should never grow.Yep, I am going to be biased here. There is something very very very nice about having a … Continue reading My thoughts on having a boy and recipe for a spicy south Indian gravy!

Karahi Tales

Parathas or Naan breads ? Curry or Biryani ? I am not even going to pretend I don't like a greasy supper now and then. Something deeply satisfying about ordering for a takeaway from your regular Indian place isn't it? Just like how each of you have your own local favourites, we have ours too. It is … Continue reading Karahi Tales

Holiday banter and Baklavas.

We are back in London and the holiday mood has set in. It's cold and feels so christmassy here. But the chances for a white one seems pretty low. Did I just sound like I am going to report christmas weather in London? I hope not. I am only selfishly hoping for some snow this year. … Continue reading Holiday banter and Baklavas.

A few “Madras” things

A city that is known only for hot weather was showered with way too much rain for nearly a month. So much so that almost the entire city was under water for nearly three days this week.  And as I type, there are still some areas that are water-logged, and people stranded in streets with … Continue reading A few “Madras” things

Chennai Temple Trails

                     My first online sketch using my feather light brain.    So, I have been thinking of doing a series of posts on the best things in and around this city where I originally come from. The city as of now is sinking in parts with some … Continue reading Chennai Temple Trails

Home is definitely where the heart is

In this new age, almost every house has one person who lives far far away for various reasons. Whether it is the software engineer son who is sent away for a two-year stint to the states or some random country in Europe or the rather simple daughter who gets married to one and tags along with the … Continue reading Home is definitely where the heart is

First Diwali/Deepavali post on my blog :) 

It is often said that Diwali is celebrated to enjoy the victory of Lord krishna over Narakasura (the demon god) while some other people believe it was only to welcome home Lord Rama after his 14 year exile. I am simply happy to believe in both these stories because it is such a beautiful day … Continue reading First Diwali/Deepavali post on my blog 🙂 

Clay Pot Dal

While there are enough blogs to give you recipes and ideas, what am I doing here just chatting away about food( mostly) like this blog is a place for me to express all the self-indulgent stuff that we do? Well, the truth is I am only writing all this up for people who can relate … Continue reading Clay Pot Dal

A slice of our life in a doodle!

While I am not cooking, writing or changing diapers, I scribble! US with our favourite things! Have a lovely weekend!

Apple Pickle and my impending antiquity!

So, how old are you? This is a question a lot of us are faced with from time to time. Some mums at the children's centres still ask me this good ol' question only to remind me that I am getting older and I should get my act together. Oh no no, I am not … Continue reading Apple Pickle and my impending antiquity!