Mango, the national fruit of India, is also known traditionally as the food of the gods. Its leaves are used as floral decorations during Hindu... Read more...
Basmati is a small but long-grain aromatic rice with a nut-like flavour and aroma. It is always prepared on special occasions. ‘Basmati’ means... Read more...
A touch of turmeric, cumin and coriander adds a warm golden glow to a quick and colourful dish. This can be prepared in a matter of minutes. You can... Read more...
Sprouted beans are easy to digest and are frequently used in dishes from the western and southern parts of India. They impart a crisp, nutty flavour... Read more...
There are several spice blends that are commercially available including Dhansak Masala. However, there is no comparison between the fresh blend... Read more...
Traditionally Cranachan (apparently pronounced Krana-can) is a Scottish dish that is generally made with local or seasonal ingredients. This... Read more...
Garam Masala literally means a mixture of hot spices. As the name suggests it does bring heat to a recipe. It’s an integral part of most curry... Read more...