The famed Malabar Chicken Biryani is made by layering an aromatic and herby chicken masala with fluffy rice, crunchy fried onions (birista), nuts, dried fruits and ghee in a large pot. This is then sealed and cooked slowly in steam (dum method) to get this incredibly aromatic and toothsome chicken biryani that is quite literally…
Black Forest Dutch Baby Pancake
This puffy chocolate Dutch baby pancake is topped with a fresh cherry compote and whipped cream for a delightful take on the classic Black Forest gateau. I am not a morning person, never have been all my life. That is why I love the weekends; late nights and even later mornings, what’s not to love!…
Easter Brunch With Chinet & Sweet Strawberry Rolls
Thank you to the Chinet® brand for sponsoring this post. Can you believe that we are well into the third month of the year already? But I am glad that spring is here. Winter was no fun, and I’m happy to see the sun shine again. And when it’s spring, can Easter be far behind?…
Fluffy Cranberry Mousse
This light and fluffy cranberry mousse is the perfect Valentine’s Day or late winter dessert. It’s easily made with both fresh or frozen cranberries and doesn’t require either eggs or gelatin. I love whipping up quick and easy desserts in pretty glasses. They kind of justify my ever-growing collection of cups, glasses and dessert bowls!…
Chocolate Orange Cake
This soft and moist chocolate orange cake has the richness of chocolate and the freshness from seasonal winter oranges to make a delightful Valentine’s Day or Holiday treat! Do you guys love the easy to peel mandarin oranges that you get in this season? We go through several such bags in the winter. But our…
Vanilla-Lemon Pound Cake With Cranberry Glaze
Not a big fan of Christmas fruit cake? Actually, me neither. This soft, buttery and moist vanilla-lemon pound cake with a festive cranberry glaze is perfect for you then! Hey, you guys! I hope you are enjoying winter wherever you are and enjoying time with loved ones on Christmas break. I’ve been baking cookies with…
Vanilla-Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
These melt-in-the-mouth vanilla thumbprint cookies are filled with silky chocolate ganache and topped with a touch of sea salt. They are perfect for Christmas or any time! I am back with another cookie recipe, just in time for Christmas. I love thumbprint cookies, they are just so cute! My son doesn’t like jam filled thumbprint…
Chai Tea Crinkle Cookies
These chai tea crinkle cookies made with milk tea and chai spices make a delightful and unique addition to your Christmas cookie platter. Best enjoyed with a cup of tea! Hello, my dear lovelies. Hope you are well and ready to indulge, because this is the season for cookies, cakes, puddings, and all things nice….
Orange-Cinnamon Hot Chocolate
A mug of spiced hot chocolate is just what you need to warm up on cold December evenings. This hot chocolate made with fresh orange zest, dark chocolate and a touch of cinnamon is thick, creamy, and simply out-of-this-world delicious! Hot chocolate is the quintessential winter drink that warms the heart and nourishes the soul….
Pear Yogurt Cake
A rustic yogurt cake topped with sweet, soft pears and a dusting of cinnamon sugar is worthy of both your dessert and breakfast tables. I have been researching a proper yogurt cake. Not a cake that has a spoon or two of yogurt, but one which has the distinctive light tang from full-fat yogurt. It…
Vegan Thai Iced Tea
Enjoy creamy iced tea swirled with almond milk in this vegan version of the famed Thai iced tea. I know what you are thinking. An iced tea recipe in December? Well, if you live in the south, it shouldn’t surprise you that much. I mean, it has been touching 80 degrees Fahrenheit lately, no kidding….
Caramelized Onion & Cream Cheese Phyllo Bites
Thank you Gloria Ferrer for sponsoring this post. Elevate your everyday entertaining this season with Gloria Ferrer wines! Crisp mini phyllo tarts filled with soft cream cheese and caramelized onions pair excellently with sparkling wine to make easy and enticing party appetizers. When it comes to entertaining, if you are anything like me, you can rock…
