Vaghareli Chaash
Over the years of researching the vast and varied regional cuisines of Gujarat, the foods that have charmed me the most originate from agrarian communities. …
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Raitu – does you raita have rai ?
Besides a bowl of Aamras, summers have another staple on our plates; a small bowl of chilled Raita. It was a casual discussion at Rinkal’s …
Lapsi – the harbinger of good times
આજે લાપસીની વાત કરવી છે, ઘણો પ્રયત્ન કર્યો આ વિશે અંગ્રેજીમાં લખવાનો પણ મનમાં શબ્દો ગોઠવાયા જ નહીં, પછી થયું કે આપણી લોક વાની ના …
Marcha ma Dhokla; fermented Dhokla batter steamed in capsicum shells
Suppose you had the responsibility of buying vegetables as a teenager. In that case, I am sure mother’s instructions of how to select the right …
Mug ni Dal ma Chuteli Dhokli – this one is packed with robust flavours!
This was a few years ago; I remember it was Srujan’s post or story on Instagram where she talked about a few of her favourite …
Mahuda na Phool no Sheero, one of the best ways to enjoy Mahuda flowers
Living in the countryside allows me the privilege to access some gorgeous fresh produce that otherwise does not make its way to the urban markets. …
Muth ni Dal na Padiya
I am not a DDhokla fan (yes, my Gujju roots can be questioned 😉!) which might be one of the reasons I have steered away …
Moraiyo Barfi and the Ram-Mol that never disappoints…
Few years ago, Navghanbhai, a farmer from the Nalsarovar region, introduced me to the term Ram-Mol while discussing the cultivation of various cereal grains in …
Noli Nom nu Vardu, Luneli Kakdi ane Juwar no Rotlo
Let’s continue our exploration of Anavil foodways with our special menu for Noli Nom – Vardu, Juwar no Rotlo, ane Luneli Kakdi. But first a …
Ghau ni Sev no Doodhpaak, perhaps the best Doodhpaak I have eaten!
Doodhpak-Poori feasts have always been special. In the household I grew up, it was a must during the festive spreads of Randhan Chath/Sitla Satam (the …
Chola-Methi na Dabka
In anticipation of the temperatures dropping, and be able to enjoy such warm and wholesome bowls of goodness. The Chora Methi na Dapka makes up …
Krishna Kamod na Chokha no Handvo… bringing heritage grains to the forefront
Have you ever been lured by the aroma of a simmering pot of desi aromatic rice? Isn’t it the most comforting smell ever? Many of …
