Hindu Metroplus ,On the wings of beans Ever since my introduction to our local vegetable vendor Rajathi ,my curiosity in seeking unusual produce has gone up a few notches. An early sunday morning drive to Vysial street,to,check out her wares has becoming a calming routine of sorts. Rajathi’s sacks and baskets are always filled to […]
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Elantha pazham (jujube)
Simplicity Coimbatore , Elantha pazham childood memories Most of us cherish those memories of intervals (mid day breaks) spent at the canteen back in our school days. Among the many other treats which were sold in various paisa denominations,one which is extremely special is the elantha vadai. My friends and I never really bothered […]
Agathi Kai
Hindu Metroplus , A pod cast in buttermilk Since having made and tasted the agathi poo poriyal ,4 years ago, this pretty ingredient has always been a much looked forward lunch dish when in season.The agathi (sesbania grandiflora) plants do grow tall and these flowers hang in attractive clusters.As I stood admiring the white […]
Kozhukattai
Hindu metro plus , JILLADIKKAI My weakness for sweet and savoury steamed rice dumplings is not something I cultivated in a quiet Asian dim sum place somewhere ! It’s a taste I acquired from childhood when we were offered these succulent treats when made in celebration of the elephant god’s birthday. Whether they were […]
