Hindu Metroplus , Have tins of fun this Christmas The memories and experiences associated with the festive season are special and get more precious with each passing year. Some are drawn from our own traditions while others are borrowed. Nevertheless, they all serve the same purpose – strengthening family bonds. And, nothing reinforces this than […]
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Arisi paruppu saadham
Simplicity Coimbatore ,Arisi paruppu saadham of Coimbatore A Sunday lunch tends to revolve around an aromatic biryani of some sort. But when the week before has been hectic not to mention spent indulging in choice dishes from other cuisines, the cravings lean more towards quiet comfort! When it comes to a comforting Indian lunch ,I […]
Watermelon radish
Simplicity Coimbatore ,Have you tried the watermelon radish? It’s always fun to hear of a vegetable or fruit for the first time and even better when the pictures look so pretty. I first spied the watermelon radish on a vegan food post on instagram and was instantly smitten. It is by far one […]
Eeyam chombu
Simplicity Coimbatore ,Eeyam chombu for your rasam The article on natural perungayam that was published a few weeks ago garnered a great deal of interest.A friend from Bangalore sourced the pure perungayam from the store here in Coimbatore. Upon receiving the package,the air in the room began to carry the distinctive aroma of this […]
Winged bean
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 […]
Trash Cooking – tops and tails,roots and shoots
Simplicity Coimbatore ,Trash cooking The awareness about food has been catching on like wildfire in recent years.Everywhere we go,there’s an opinion, a curiosity and an interest to experiment with food and to experience and be exposed to as many culinary food journeys as one possibly can! It’s an exciting time to be a foodie. Ingredients […]
Drinking chocolate by Soklet
Simplicity Coimbatore ,Soklet The Petrea plant at the entrance of the walkway to our home is in full bloom.The sight of the five petal mauve flowers in clusters ,amongst the thick ,rough foliage is most beautiful.The cloudy skies and constant showers have further enhanced the mood to linger and take in the sights.All that is […]
Deepavali palagaram
Simplicity Coimbatore ,Deepavali palagaram One bite of the soft , yellow boondi ladoo and it was like I was a kid all over again. My grandaunt was skilled at making the softest of boondi ladoos and she is often in our thoughts.The entire family would wait for her to make this much sought after sweet […]
Tapioca (Maravalli kizhanghu)
Simplicity Coimbatore ,Wild tapioca chips The crisp ,golden edges of the piping hot ,(home-made) tapioca chips was just what the appetite ordered during the monsoons.This tea-time treat that happened to coincide perfectly with the afternoon rain ,hit all the right flavour notes on the taste buds. The maravalli kizhanghu or tapioca is a plant […]
Custard Apples
Simplicity Coimbatore ,custard apples are in season The custard apple trees at our home and farm are not very tall. I guess one could refer to it as a small tree. The branches grow thin and spindly almost like a bush in all directions.At the moment they are laden with fruit. Every time I […]
