As much as I love western food, the cook in me knows that the best flavors come from Asian cuisines. Asian cuisines are drawing more attention around the world and it encompasses many varieties of cuisines; Chinese, Indian or Thai, just to name a few.
Asia has a very long history of using spices and herbs. Dishes like Tom yum, Curries and…
What is your choice for comfort food? For me, pasta is definitely my comfort food! I love how I can dish out a delish and hearty pasta dish with let’s say just olive oil, garlic, sundried tomatoes, and chili flakes. Pastas recipes are also really flexible and adaptable according to the ingredients you have in hand! I have not tried,…
Every once in a while, you come across a recipe that not only becomes a hit among your family members but also becomes a permanent part of your repertoire. An example would be this Thai coconut chicken soup which everyone just loves. Yours sincerely included.
The recipe I would be sharing today feels like the discovery of 2018 for me.
My mom…
Remember the episode in the American Sitcom, Friends, when Rachel hired a male nanny?
Ross: Did Rachel tell you we hired a male nanny?
Monica: Yeah! I think that's great!
Ross: Oh really? Did she tell you he plays the recorder, recites poetry and bakes Madeleines? (sarcastic tone)
Monica: Oh... How are they?
Ross: (stares dreamily into space) Lighter than air...
I still remember Ross's face…
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It was my birthday a few days back and I was told that I am the only person on earth that gets seven cakes for her birthday. Puhleez... I am sure Taylor Swift gets like 101 cakes at least on her birthday but hey, more cakes only meant that I am loved by a lot more…
Hello October! 3 more months and it is going to be the start of yet another new year.
I am appalled at how time really flies. It is hard to digest that 3/4 of the year have already left us.
Nevertheless, I still love the vibes that a new year gives. Me with a fresh new planner, making a list of new…
Attention pizza lovers! If you are used to eating tomato-based pizzas, I have something new for you. It is delectable, super fresh and simple to make. Basically, it's the perfect pizza!
So let’s get down to it and talk about what I like about this Delicious Pesto Naan Pizza.
I love pizzas; you know those traditional ones with a tomato sauce base, topped…
TGIF folks!! Aren’t you glad that Friday is back for a visit again? I am definitely elated although I know that I would be slogging away with the housework over the weekend considering that Eid is approaching next week.
The week has been a drag and the only silver lining was this big bowl of Farfalle with Spinach and Orange Salad.…
Have I ever mentioned that I am a huge fan of mushrooms? I'm sure I must have made a reference about it somewhere but if some of you missed it, let me just scream it out loud. I LOVE MUSHROOMS!
Remember the Easy Garlic Bread Recipe that I posted previously? Dipping chunks of the crunchy garlic bread in this Creamy Mushroom and…
Back when I was younger (not that I am old now), the only garlic bread I had were the ones from Pizza Hut. It was always a treat. At least that’s what the young Maya thought!
Obviously, I had no idea that homemade garlic bread would be so easy to make.
I started making my own garlic bread about 4 years back…