Pillowy soft buns filled with lightly salted butter and topped with a crisp, coffee-flavoured crust — this lazy papparoti recipe gives you all the bakery-style goodness with barely any effort. We all love papparoti, don’t we? One of the things I used to miss the most in Dubai was walking into Papparoti and getting thoseRead more
A silky, no-bake mango jelly cheesecake layered with a buttery biscuit base, creamy filling, and a glossy mango topping. This mango jelly cheesecake is one of those effortlessly impressive desserts that comes together with minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. It starts with the classic biscuit-and-butter base, giving a firm, slightly crunchy contrast to theRead more
A hearty and flavorful chicken shawarma rice bowl featuring spiced chicken, aromatic rice, fresh salad, and creamy sauce all brought together in one satisfying dish. This dish has become an absolute favorite at home—it’s the kind of meal everyone looks forward to. There’s something incredibly comforting about digging into a warm bowl where everything justRead more
A rich, creamy layered dessert made with soft vanilla cake soaked in caramel milk, topped with chocolate, silky pudding, and finished with a smooth chocolate ganache. This Chocolate Caramel Pudding Cake brings together the best of both worlds—light, moist cake and smooth, creamy pudding in one indulgent dessert. The caramel milk soak adds depth andRead more
Pistachio Crème Caramel – a silky, creamy dessert with a nutty pistachio twist, made effortlessly with a simple packet mix. Crème caramel has always been close to my heart, especially during Ramadan, because it brings back so many childhood memories of my mom making the classic version using Greens caramel mix. This time, I wantedRead more
Soft, fluffy homemade buns filled with juicy, flavorful chicken and a creamy sauce. There’s something so special about freshly baked buns straight out of the oven — soft, warm, and filled with flavor. These soft chicken buns are one of those recipes that feel comforting, satisfying, and just a little indulgent. The dough comes outRead more
Agar Coconut Pudding is a light, silky, and deeply comforting dessert made with just four simple ingredients—perfect when you want something quick, easy, and delicious. If you ask me to choose my favourite pudding of all time, I wouldn’t even hesitate—this tender coconut-style coconut pudding is truly the king of puddings for me. It’s madeRead more
. A trendy, flavour-packed donor kebab wrap that’s taken over Instagram. This viral donor kebab wrap has been all over Instagram lately, and I finally decided to give it a try. The idea instantly caught my attention because it looked fun, different, and perfect for quick meals. I ended up making it with both chickenRead more
This ragi cake is a wholesome, refined-sugar-free treat made with ragi flour and dates. Made without all-purpose flour, sugar, or eggs, this cake proves that healthy desserts can still be incredibly moist and delicious. The sweetness comes naturally from soft, blended dates, giving the cake a rich flavor and tender texture. I’ve added a handfulRead more
A quick, crispy, super-flavorful chicken popcorn that comes together with fewer steps and maximum taste. Chicken popcorn is one of those things I always keep ready in my freezer — perfect for lunch boxes, after-school snacks, or even a quick weeknight dinner. What makes this version special is how simple the process is: the chickenRead more
This is a mild, creamy white chicken curry made with yogurt, cashews and fresh cream. This curry is silky, elegant and full of flavour without being heavy or spicy. The base is smooth, nutty and slightly tangy — the kind of gentle flavour that feels rich but still light. It pairs beautifully with bhatura, naan,Read more
Spicy Garlic Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish made with tender chicken simmered in a garlicky, spicy-sweet sauce that needs no onions or fancy ingredients. This recipe is extra special in my kitchen because it’s my 10-year-old son who came up with it! After watching countless YouTube videos and experimenting with different styles ofRead more
These 3-ingredient butter cookies are the perfect example of how simple ingredients can create something truly delightful. Made with just flour, sugar, and butter, they come together effortlessly and have that classic, melt-in-the-mouth texture that everyone loves. Now that the kids are on vacation, if you’re looking for a fun and easy recipe to tryRead more
This is a light and creamy dessert layered with rose-infused pudding, crushed Lotus biscuits, fluffy cotton candy, and pistachios — a sweet treat that tastes as dreamy as it looks! With Eid just around the corner, I know many of you are on the lookout for a special dessert to make the celebration even sweeter.Read more
If you’re looking for something crispy, spicy, and absolutely addictive, this is the recipe for you! These rice paper prawn rolls are made with a simple yet flavorful prawn filling, wrapped in soft rice paper sheets, then shallow-fried until golden and crisp. Served with a drizzle (or dunk!) of chili oil, they’re the perfect snack,Read more
This almond and pistachio cake is a simple, soft, and flavorful cake made with basic pantry ingredients. If you’re someone who loves the nutty flavor of almonds and pistachios, then this cake is going to be a definite favorite. The combination of almond flour and pistachio powder gives the cake a rich, moist texture that’sRead more
A soft, melt-in-the-mouth dosa made with rice, egg, and coconut milk, delicately cooked in ghee for a rich, silky finish. There’s something so comforting about a dosa that’s soft, thin, and simply melts in your mouth—and that’s exactly what this Silk Dosa is all about. Made with a simple batter of rice, egg, and coconutRead more
A delightful twist on traditional cheesecake, this upside-down version features a buttery biscuit crust enveloping a rich, creamy mascarpone filling, creating a perfectly balanced bite in every spoonful. If you love Lotus Biscoff, this dessert is a must-try! The biscuit layer isn’t just at the base—it wraps around the sides, making every bite packed withRead more
This sweet cream dessert is made with a luscious filling of cream and mozzarella cheese, rolled inside spring roll pastry, deep-fried to golden perfection, and served with a generous drizzle of sugar syrup and a sprinkle of nuts. It’s a simple yet indulgent treat that’s sure to impress! During Ramadan, desserts become an essential partRead more
This is a very delicious and fragrant pilaf/pulao with the flavors of a biryani. Very subtly different from the Biryani is a Pilaf. My understanding of the difference between a Biryani and a Pulao is in its preparation. Biryani is prepared by arranging meat and rice in layers and cooking them together on low flame,Read more
Family gathering? Barbecue party? This classic macaroni salad recipe will be a crowd-pleasing dish that will suit everyone’s tastes. This is one of the easiest and quickest meals or sides to make. Much of it can be prepared ahead of time. The best part is that it is highly customizable. If you don’t like oneRead more
Sometimes your normal hot dog sandwiches can get a little boring. I sure was bored with that, so i wanted to do something unique, fun, surprising…..and of course, delicious. I opened my freezer and i saw my good friend, Mr. Puff pastry smiling at me. 😊😊 I definitely wanted to use puff pastry as itRead more
Store bought chocolate swiss roll is layered with a rich blend of custard, whipping cream, cream and milk and topped with a thick chocolate sauce. Beautiful!! Ah, this decadent pudding—the ultimate go-to comfort dessert. There is no end to yummy goodness in this stacked dessert. This is a never fail recipe, which is why I alwaysRead more
Ever since my love affair with THIS delicious recipe, I have found countless other ways to eat puff pastry and it’s no wonder given how amazingly easy it is to make any dish with it ( i.e if you have the readymade pastry). You pretty much just need to roll out the puff pastry, topRead more
If you are bored with the same breakfast and looking for a way to jazz things up a bit, take a look at this gourmet style french toast roll ups. This recipe offers a fun french toast alternative. There are so many options on what you can fill these with. You can use cream cheese,Read more
This cashew milkshake is very verrry thick, creamy and so luxurious. It doesn’t have anything impressive about its looks, but it sure will impress you with its rich, creamy consistency. There is this very small juice centre in Kannur, Kerala named Calicut juice. It was from there that i had my first cashew shake. IRead more
If you still don’t know what to make for dinner tonight, I have the perfect solution for you. Try your hands on this mouthwatering honey glazed chicken, a perfect blend of sweet and heat. When i made it, the chicken was perfectly seasoned, spicy and had just the right amount of sticky honey sweetness. IRead more
Serradura or Sawdust Pudding is a Portuguese dessert made up of sweetened, vanilla whipped cream and serradura. Apparently, ‘serradura’ translates to ‘sawdust’ in Portuguese. And the ‘sawdust’ in this dessert is actually crushed Tea Biscuits! (Marie Biscuits). The biscuits are crushed super fine, which looks like sawdust. That’s why the name. Serradura, is one ofRead more
Weird name huh! I know, but couldn’t think of any other name more apt for this dish. Im calling it so because the masala is made with Indian ingredients, but in the end a single ingredient is added which will give the rice a very authentic Arabic aroma and taste. What is it? Well, itRead more
With this recipe you are no more than 1 minute away from a delicious chocolate cake. No, it actually takes only 45 seconds. Isn’t it amazing? I have seen this concept floating around the internet for a while, but didn’t give it much thought until I saw this recipe in my most faav chef’s blogRead more
Kerala cuisine is well known for its flavorful fish and seafood delicacies. Malayalis just love anything with fish. In my family, no lunch time is complete without a fish curry or fish fry. Its a must thing in the menu. If there is one thing which is always there in my fridge, it is curryRead more