silky farmer’s cheese with charred onion, tomato, bell pepper

I had an unusual request. Last night a dear friend called asking if I would go visit her. It was late. I was tired making my way home to cook supper. But as I stopped to listen, I felt totally moved by her desire. She hadn’t gone out in 2 weeks as she had been taking care…

Sweet Quebec strawberry yoghurt rice

Summer is here ! Hot and Humid! My favorite time of the year. Time for something chilled and cold. Yogurt rice is a classical southern Indian dish that my family used to make almost daily in summer. Its so refreshing to beat the Delhi heat. Toronto summer feels just like Delhi today. Last Sunday, on our drive…

Liquid gold – clarified butter or ghee

Ever tasted liquid gold? Seriously, I’m not kidding, if you haven’t you have to try it at least once. I made a batch of this smooth liquid gold for a big celebration. Its super easy to make. There are tons of health benefits in this golden smoothness that you cannot but want to include some…

Fresh Peas and Cottage Cheese in Almond butter spice gravy

This slurpy dish gets its creaminess from freshly soaked and ground up almonds that add not only amazing taste but also act as a healthy thickening agent. Fresh peas & fresh tomotoes from your local farmer’s market is what makes this dish shine. And if you grew fresh herbs like we did this summer, feel…