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Skip to Recipe While I love summer and all the delicious produce the season brings , I loathe how my kitchen turns into a mini sauna during the extremely hot months, making me want to spend as little time as possible. Hence I am always on the lookout for recipes that come together quickly and at the same time make the most of the seasonal produce. Fresh summer strawberries, kiwis, apples, pineapple, and blueberries are tossed together and served alongside oven-baked crisp cinnamon chips for the perfect bite. Easy to prepare and packed with bright, vibrant flavors, this is perfect for summer BBQs and potlucks or even as a healthy dessert to satisfy all your sweet cravings any time of the day. This salsa also acts as a great topping on grilled meat. The tangy flavors of the salsa perfectly complement the smokiness of grilled chicken, pork, or steak. Can this Fruit Salsa be made in advance? This sa

Skip to Recipe I’m super excited today because this is my 100th blog post. When I embarked on this food blogging journey, little did I know that it would slowly turn into my world. My blog has evolved over the past two years , and so have I. I am learning something new every day, and I know I still have a long way to go. It is not all sunshine and rainbows, there are days when I feel exhausted, days when I run out of ideas, or days when I am struggling to click appealing photos. But my heart rejoices every time I hear someone enjoyed one of my recipes, and that is my greatest driving force and inspires me to keep working hard. I want to take a moment and thank each one of you for taking the time to read my blog and supporting me. Warm weather calls for recipes that are easy, light, and refreshing, and the recipe that I am sharing this week is no exception. Whenever I am looking for a light meal for hot summer days, I turn to this s

Skip to Recipe With Easter weekend just around the corner, I am sure most of you have got your hands full with the last-minute preparation. If you looking for an easy yet impressive appetizer to entertain your guests, then you have to try these Brie Raspberry Bites. Flaky puff pastry filled with creamy gooey brie cheese and a hint of sweetness from the raspberry sauce, topped with chopped pecans and fresh sprigs of rosemary- these festive yet flavorful bites make the perfect start to the Easter meal. Baked till golden crisp, every morsel of these Brie Bites has the perfect blend of flavors and screams deliciousness! These are a total game-changer in any party and get polished off in minutes! Though these may look super fancy, you only need 4 ingredients to make this appetizer: Puff pastry sheet, brie, raspberry sauce and pecans, and no one will know how easy they were to put together. Can I make these Brie Bites

Skip to Recipe Easter season is upon us! Whether you are planning to celebrate with your family, or you are entertaining a crowd, I am sure you would like to put on a spectacular and decadent spread. But why not serve your guests a tantalizing appetizer to nibble on after all that egg hunting and before they dig into the big feast. Italian Tomato Basil Bruschetta is a classic, easy and delicious appetizer that is perfect in its simplicity! Fresh tomatoes, a good quality extra virgin oil, fresh basil, and a crusty bread are a few basic ingredients you need to make this-if you get these right, you can never go wrong! What is Bruschetta? Bruschetta, pronounced as ''brusketta'', is a classic Italian antipasto, or, appetizer, that’s made with perfectly crisp grilled bread and topped with a combination of fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil. While bruschetta, with its history spanning centuries of Tuscan traditio

Skip to Recipe I think all of the home chefs have encountered a similar situation..you bought an ingredient for a specific recipe, and are left with remnants lingering in the fridge. You aren’t in the mood to eat the same meal that doesn't appeal to you, and neither do you want it to get wasted! Instead of tossing them away, you can definitely find creative new ways of reusing them and turning them into entirely new meals that your family will be excited about! I always have chicken in my pantry, it is so easy to make, incredibly versatile and can be repurposed into an entirely different meal every time! I always have chicken in my pantry, it is so easy to make, incredibly versatile, and can be repurposed into an entirely different meal every time! These Asian Meatballs are a fun twist on a classic meatball recipe! Soft and moist chicken meatballs that have the perfect blend of flavors and covered in a sticky homemade Asian

Skip to Recipe Korean food has been expanding its presence around the world, all thanks to the influence of the K-pop music and K-drama. This cuisine is notable for creating a harmony of flavors and is slowly capturing the palates of food connoisseurs across the globe! Today, I am sharing one of the most beloved and popular Korean recipes that is Korean Chicken Wings. Crispy and crunchy chicken wings that are coated in sticky, spicy and sweet gochujang sauce. While the traditional chicken wings are deep fried to get that addictively crunchy crust, I opted for a healthier version where the wings are baked and yet are so addictive! What is Gochujang sauce? Gochujang is a fermented Korean chilli paste, which is widely used in Korean cooking. It has a deep red colour and has perfectly balanced sweet, savory and spicy flavors. You can find it in the Asian aisle of the supermarkets, or can get it online. However if you do not find it, you can

Skip to Recipe With the holidays coming up, I like having friends over to my place for some quality time. I believe happy relationships make the journey of life more beautiful and worth living. And what better way to bond with friends than by sharing meals? Though the physical act of enjoying the food itself lasts for a short time, it is also an unfaltering opportunity to reconnect and create wonderful memories with family and friends that will last forever. I love finding new appetizers to share at gatherings that will blow guests away without having me spend the whole day toiling in the kitchen. This week I am so excited to share with you this delicious BBQ Cauliflower Wings recipe. If you have never tried them before, you are in for a treat! These Cauliflower Wings are a healthy yet tasty alternative to traditional wings. Florets of cauliflower baked till golden and crispy, and then tossed in a sweet and flavourful BBQ sauce-

Skip to Recipe I am head-over-heels in love with food. The chemistry of turning raw ingredients into something beautiful and delicious gives me a sense of gratification. But nothing is greater than the joy of sharing food with my friends and loved ones. For me, it is an expression of love and affection. And, I am lucky to have found people around me who appreciate me and my cooking. The smiles that I see on their faces fill me with a beaming sense of pride and make my day. The Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are always loved and are a great hit among my guests. Crispy chicken wings tossed in a refreshing and zesty lemon garlic butter sauce that will have everyone swooning over. And the best part is that they are baked in the oven and not deep-fried, which means that you don't have to count the calories. Baking them takes a longer time, but once you put them in the oven, all you have to do is flip them over once halfway through cooking. Whether it is for game day

Skip to Recipe It is my favorite time of the year. Spring is in full bloom. It never fails to cheer my heart to see dormant plants come to life again, more hours of sunshine, and the snug warmth of the big yellow ball in the sky. Since the last few weeks were bright and sunny here, I could not resist the intoxicating temptation of having mangoes. Although they are available here almost year-round in the grocery stores, there is something about having them during this time. Fresh Mango Salsa is a colorful dish that is packed with bright, juicy mangoes, crunchy red onions, red bell peppers, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. With the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, this Mango Salsa is sure to be a hit in your family! It’s so colorful that it almost looks like a party on a plate! I love it so much that every summer I put it on our meal rotation at least 3-4 times a month.It’s not only great for special occasions like BBQs, picnics,

Skip to Recipe The year was 2000, and I was ten years old. That was the first time I had visited a Chinese restaurant. I vividly remember the gold-colored dragon featured against a red background, the dim lights, and the ornate sculpture of Buddha paired with the Chinese artifacts. We were waiting for our food to arrive when those plates loaded with crispy spring rolls immediately caught my eye. I tugged my father by the arm, asking him to order some for me. As I bit into the roll, the audible crunch of the pastry was followed by the warm filling that enveloped not just my mouth, but all my senses. The memories remain fresh. Since then, ordering these rolls became customary every time I visited a Chinese restaurant. Packed with ground chicken and vegetables, wrapped up and fried to perfection-these Chinese Spring Rolls are downright delicious! These will rival the ones you order at your favorite local takeaway. The b

Skip to Recipe Although I enjoy my share of refined cuisine and elaborate meals at restaurants, nothing piques my palate as much as street food. As a kid, the crowded street food stall near my house would manage to draw my attention every time I passed through it. It would become nearly impossible to control the urge to dig into the mouthwatering dishes. Years have passed, and my love for street food persists. When I travel to a new country, I make sure that I explore the street foods as it gives me an insight into that culture. This week let us take a virtual stroll through the bustling streets of Thailand and pick up some of the delectable Thai Fish Cakes. Thai Fish Cakes or Tod Mun Pla are a quintessential part of Thailand’s street food. With just a handful of ingredients, it is easy to recreate the same version at home. What makes these unique is their light and fluffy texture. Each bite of the fish cakes is bursting with flavor

Skip to Recipe 2020 has been a very different year. The pandemic has wreaked upheaval across the globe and made us examine the fragility of our mortality. As our worlds suddenly shrank, and we were confined mostly to our homes, it brought in us a renewed appreciation for the simple things in life- the joy of stepping out of our homes without fear, the joy of meeting our friends, and the joy of the heartfelt hugs from our loved ones. Much like the other holidays, New Years´ Eve will look different this year. But that is no reason not to celebrate. Getting through such a crazy year is still worth celebrating — even if it is just over Zoom or a small celebration within the family. Get your New Year’s celebration off to a rocking start with this mouth-watering appetizer. Buffalo Chicken Wings are fried chicken wings that are tossed in a homemade “Buffalo Sauce”, which is a mixture of hot sauce, butter, and honey. Extra crispy on the out