Food Styling made easy
I look for a bit of variety in my summer coolers. Blueberry masala limeade with home grown mint is my answer and has a perfect twist. I can sip on these the whole day. I got inspired by Indian street vendors selling masala “nimbu pani”. What takes me 10-15 minutes, our roadside vendors do it in a minute. And it’s refreshing.
Craving for something light and refreshing for your lunch. Here is a straightforward salad that can serve as a side too. This radish summer salad with lemon honey vinaigrette is a delight. Radish is an underrated vegetable, but it is delicious, and I love it for that sharp taste.
Well, anything that has mango is welcome. Desserts, drinks, frozen treats, pickles, etc., the list is endless. The fact that mangoes can combine with other exciting ingredients to create something new makes them the ‘King’ of fruits. It is a staple fruit right now in my fruit basket.
Turmeric chia pudding not just tastes delicious but looks so good. Yes you can make it look like a dessert worth a million bucks. But trust me, it’s just a handful of ingredients and healthy ingredients.
Here is a decadent, indulgent dessert that will take you back to the childhood candy store. Salted caramel mousse is sweet and has the saltiness from the sauce to cut through it. I added the popcorn and lotus biscuits for some crunch.
Here are a few tips and tricks to get you started on shooting some light and airy images.
You need a bowl or two of dips to keep the conversations running, so you have enough time to take care of the last-minute cooking just before you serve. I love to serve several finger food and chips with some creamy dips before moving to the mains.
Lately, I have felt I shoot more cooked food and fewer ingredients used in the dishes. It’s always the end product. However, slowly I am making a move.
It is interesting to see how an ingredient looks under the light. You may choose to tell a story or shoot it in all its glory.
Are you looking for an easy chocolate dessert recipe for your guests? You have reached your destination. The easy eggless dark chocolate mousse that is loved by all. You can serve it to both grown-ups and kids both. It is also safe for expecting moms. Just five ingredients, and you see happy faces. I had a request for a second helping too.
Diwali is tomorrow, and I need to dig into sweets for no reason. This year I will avoid the regular traditional sweets for a dessert that is healthy and is traditional. Bhapa Doi, or steamed yogurt, is a Bengali dessert made with yogurt and can be flavored with seasonal jaggery. With the pumpkin season in full swing, I decided to bring the best of both worlds together. So, I offer you Pumpkin Bhapa Doi or Steamed yogurt.
Here is the recipe for a warm creamy latte with sweetness from pumpkin and cinnamon. I had two cups of this delicious spiced pumpkin latte in one sitting.
I have been on a baking spree, from cookies to muffins to cakes and finally brownies. These chocolate banana brownies were a request from the little guy. They are moist, dense, and perfect little treats for any occasion.
Pumpkin French Toast is our current weekend treat/breakfast. Pumpkin works its magic with cinnamon and bread.
Magic Ingredient 