Hindu metro plus , The Happy hens at Farm Made Foods Did you know that hens caught colds too ? I never knew that until I visited the farm at Ammapalayam that is owned by Mr. S. Umapathy and family. It’s situated about an hour and half’s drive from Coimbatore city and is part […]
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Sesame -a much needed wellness seed
Hindu metro plus , Open Sesame Tahini maybe a recent addition to our taste buds but the seed from which it is made is said to be one of the oldest crops in the world. Did you know that the tiny sesame seeds that we most often barely give a thought to is actually a […]
Let’s walk and taste ,laugh and discover- heritage food trail in Coimbatore-part 1
Hindu metro plus , Heritage food walk by Divya Chandran Every year in January ,the citizens of Coimbatore come together in support of the Kovai Vizha. These week long activities this year, included a heritage food trail. It was organised by the Coimbatore chapter of Young Indians along with Mr. Rajesh Govindarajulu , a person […]
Rose cookies , Kalkals and the holidays…
Hindu metro plus , Rose cookie and kalkal time A children’s holiday tea party is special. Food is the one thing that continues to appeal and excite a child. Every year, I try to add a dish that is not only a part of the seasonal theme but also a part of my […]
Cranberries , Chocolate bark and a bit of Santa Claus
Hindu metro plus , Cranberry Christmas Schools these days always advocate sending healthy eats in the kids’ snack boxes. The best solution for me are the snacks that are non-messy , easy to eat and pack a nutrition punch. Dried fruits and nuts tick all of these boxes. Along with the raisins and dates another […]
Christmas baking and Santa colours
Hindu metro plus , Christmas cookies Growing up with varied interests has a lot to do with the kind of books one was exposed to as a child. The number of stories that I’ve read all through childhood of Christmas and the midnight chimney visitor is what I hold responsible for my fascination with Santa […]
Neikarrapatti gola urandai
Hindu metro plus , The mutton balls of Neikarrapatti About a decade and a half ago , a nervous young bride hosted three grand old (in number only !!! ) gentlemen who knew just what to say and the manner in which to say it. The loud laughter , the hilarious conversation and the […]
Food and a raindrop or two – hindu article
Hindu metro plus , Food with a helping of rain A few days ago, I got caught in an unexpected downpour. As the raindrops pelted down, I could think of only thing: getting home and wrapping my fingers around a hot drink with something spicy to munch. What is it about rain that sets […]
Our flavour bases- article hindu metroplus
Hindu metro plus , Spice to Life Whether it’s podis, pickles or appalams, nothing can beat the home-made variety Indian food is known for its complex tastes. When entertaining guests from abroad, we like to showcase authentic Indian food for its sheer variety, especially the vast repertoire of vegetarian food. A German friend […]
Food Detoxifier
In the midst of all the fun and revelry ,that take place at family weddings and gatherings,the conversations do also tend to take on a serious note every now and then. I was struck by the similarities in the way people have begun to perceive food and it’s effects both good and bad. Interacting with […]
