Most of us look at super-models or sports stars and envy their well-toned bodies, especially their firm abs, more well-known as the 6-pack abs! But why stop at just envying them? Why not take things in your hand and implement an exercise and diet routine that would help you achieve the same toned bodies and flat abs! Contrary to what it may look like, getting a firm core and showing off your flat … [Read more...]
Tate’s Bakeshop – Review & Gift Pack Giveaway
December 21, 2010 by
Cookie Gift Pack & Cookbook via Tate's BakeShopAt this time of the year, I bet your ovens are hot and burning overtime as you bake cookies for the Holiday season. But if you want to give yourself a little break, and still enjoy fresh home-made cookies with friends and family, Tate's Bake Shop is your place to go!Based in Southampton, New York, Kathleen King bakes and delivers decadent desserts to … [Read more...]
Kesar Burfi or Peda (Easy Diwali Sweets)
November 2, 2010 by
Kesar (Saffron flavored) Pedas or Burfi for DiwaliI love October, as it marks the beginning of the Holiday season! We just finished with Halloween, and now its time to shift gears and get cooking some tasty Indian sweets and snacks as Diwali, one of the biggest Indian festival is just around the corner! What better way to start the festival fervor than by making some delicious sweets! These lovely … [Read more...]
Grilling BBQ Set Giveaway – Winner Announced!
September 27, 2010 by
Delicious Grilled Corn on the CobSummer is almost going away in California as we move into colorful Fall weather. But it's still warm enough to enjoy the sun with some easy grilled dishes on a BBQ picnic, whether its out in a park, or tight in the comfort of your backyard. And to make things more interesting, we are hosting a BBQ Grilling Gift set giveaway on this blog! I Can't Believe Its Not … [Read more...]
Spanish (Mexican) Rice with Tomatoes & Black Beans
September 17, 2010 by
Spanish Rice with Tomatoes Corn & Black BeansI was totally oblivious to the fact that there is actually something called Spanish Rice, until I came to grad school in the US and on one of our grocery trips, I chanced upon a package of ready-to-eat Spanish Rice in one of the food aisles! However, now that I consider myself to be a food enthusiast, i can give you some interesting information about … [Read more...]
Blueberry Cheesecake Parfait – An Elegant Appetizer
August 27, 2010 by
Blueberry Cheesecake Parfait - Weekend BreakfastWhen it comes to breakfast, whole grains and fruits are your best bets for something that is healthy and filling at the same time. So a Blueberry Parfait seems like just the right thing for a quick grab-and-go breakfast on a busy weekday morning. But if its a weekend, you certainly have more time on hands, so why not jazz up your everyday breakfast … [Read more...]
Black & White Marble Cupcakes With Pecans
August 23, 2010 by
Black & White Marble Cupcakes With PecansMarble cupcakes are the perfect answer to your dilemma of reaching out for Vanilla or Chocolate cupcakes. When you can get the best of both the worlds in one simple recipe, why bother choosing between the two! Ever since I tasted my first slice of Marble cake in a Starbucks coffee shop, I have been a fan. The lovely black and white swirls make it not only … [Read more...]
Grilled (BBQ) Paneer Pizza
August 20, 2010 by
Tandoori Paneer PizzaPizza and Paneer are two favorites with Indians around the world, but after Arti Sequeria, the winner of the Next Food Network Star prepared a Mango Chutney Paneer Pizza for her final challenge, it has become a sensation overnight! I have already received 4 requests after the show to post this recipe, so here it is - the recipe for Tandoori Paneer Pizza. It might not be as … [Read more...]
Homemade Fruit Tarts with Almond Cream Filling
August 11, 2010 by
Fresh Fruit Tarts with Cardamom Flavored Almond Cream FillingThere's something about Fruit tarts which is appealing to both, the one who bakes it, and also the one who eats it! And Summer fruits are great to stuff into pastry tarts and bake for a healthy sweet treat. I wasn't much of a tart person, but after out trip to Paris, and the plethora of delicious tarts that we savored in all those … [Read more...]
Peach & Cherry Delight With Lavender Mascarpone Cream
July 23, 2010 by
Peach & Cherry Delight with Orange Sauce and Lavender Infused Mascarpone Whipped CreamLooking for a great way to use up all that leftover fruit in your fruit basket without spending a whole lot of time and money? Just cut up the fruits and serve them with some plain whipped cream. Yes, that works, but is boring, and definitely not upto a chef's mark:) So here's a better idea to pump things up a … [Read more...]
