Simplicity Coimbatore , Sabja seeds A fun evening in summer ,when growing up was having chilled falooda made for us by mom and her dear friend with whom she traded many food secrets. This drink of Persian origin was made by them without deviating from the authentic flavours. That’s probably why ,for me , a […]
Archive | March, 2019
Nungu summers
Simplicity Coimbatore , Nungu summers A few days ago , a friend of mine sent me a picture on Whatsapp of a dish that she called ice apple salad. It had strawberries as well and the whole white and red effect was so pretty that for a few seconds I forgot that I was actually […]
Pomegranate molasses
Simplicity Coimbatore , make your own pomegranate dressing The most often found fruit in our fruit bowl at home is the pomegranate. Easily available all through the year ,I love this fruit for it’s intense red colour , juiciness and many health benefits. It’s also one of the fruits which are most resistant to […]
Sun dried cherry tomatoes
Hindu Metroplus , hello sunshine Summer is the much awaited season with regard to the annual pickling and sun drying process. While in India we take advantage of the intense sunshine to help in making pickles out of seasonal ingredients,in colder parts of the world drying and preserving during the summer months ensured the […]
Rose water for summer
Simplicity Coimbatore , Home made rose water The loveliest sight during the onset of summer is to see the riot of blooms in their gorgeous hues and shapes. A flower that was most common in the Indian garden is now one that needs to be ferreted out from our garland makers at the poo market. […]
Gulkand (rose petal jam)
Simplicity Coimbatore , Gulkhand Pink petals unfurl themselves in layers to form the pretty blossom which then stands tall with it’s head nodding about the dark green leaves and hidden thorns.The paneer rose is much more than just a lovely flower. Rosewater and the heady attar made from these roses have always been celebrated in […]
