Do you or your family make any special dishes for the holidays? There's a curious alchemy that happens when the holidays roll around, and for my family, that magic is absolutely stirred into the pot. It's often the simplest foods, not the grandest feasts, that become the true markers of togetherness. While we may not … Continue reading Our Holiday Treats
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What's the most money you've ever spent on a meal? Was it worth it? We’ve all been there—hungry, hopeful, and just a little too trusting of pretty pictures on the menu. That was me not too long ago, ready to treat myself to something special. I was craving something indulgent, so I ordered what I … Continue reading Pretty Food, Empty Flavor
Daily writing promptHave you ever broken a bone?View all responses Have you ever broken a bone? Yes, of course. Not just one bone, but several—thanks to a major road accident I had while riding a scooter. That incident involved multiple fractures, surgeries, and even the insertion of metal rods. I’ve written about that experience in … Continue reading Mud Slides and Broken Bones
Lemon rice is a comforting and refreshing South Indian dish, often prepared at home for quick meals, travel, and temple offerings. Light, fragrant, and easy to digest, it combines cooked rice with mild spices, ghee, and fresh lemon juice. This version is simple, wholesome, and perfect for everyday cooking. Ingredients 1 glass jeera rice(or long-grain … Continue reading Quick and Simple Lemon Rice
This Vegetable Egg Fried Rice is a comforting, flavourful dish often prepared for family lunches and small celebrations. Made with fragrant biryani rice, fresh vegetables, eggs, and gentle spices, it reflects the joy of simple cooking done with care and patience. Cooked slowly in ghee and coconut oil, this rice is aromatic, colourful, and satisfying … Continue reading Vegetable Egg Fried Rice – A Simple Homestyle Main Dish
Kada Mutta (quail eggs) may be tiny in size, but they are rich in flavour and packed with nutrition. This simple Kerala-style salad combines soft boiled quail eggs with fresh vegetables, lemon juice, and virgin coconut oil to create a light yet satisfying meal. Prepared fresh and eaten immediately, this salad is wholesome, refreshing, and … Continue reading 🥗 Kada Mutta (Quail Egg) Salad – A Simple, Nourishing Home-Style Bowl 🌿
Fish pickle has long been a treasured preparation in traditional Kerala kitchens, especially in coastal homes. Made to preserve fish for longer periods, it was prepared with care using generous spices, oil, and vinegar. What began as a practical method of preservation is today enjoyed as a rich delicacy, valued for its deep flavour and … Continue reading Traditional Spicy Fish Pickle
Oil-free chicken lollipops cooked with spices served with rice and chapati
Homemade grape wine has been prepared in many traditional homes during festive seasons like Christmas and Easter and special occasions. Made slowly with patience and care, this wine reflects age-old household practices where cleanliness, natural fermentation, and simple ingredients were valued over speed or artificial additives. Why Homemade Wine Was Common in Traditional Homes Prepared … Continue reading Homemade Red Grape Wine
Fish Kozhambu is a wholesome and flavourful Kerala-style fish curry where tender fish is steamed with aromatic spices, creating a dish that’s both nourishing and delicious. This healthy recipe avoids excess oil and focuses on steamed cooking, letting natural spices infuse into the fish for clean, bright flavours. 🐟 Why This Fish Kozhambu Is Healthy … Continue reading Fish Kozhambu – A Light Kerala-Style Steamed Fish Curry
This Blazing Red Pork Curry is a traditional Kerala-style pork preparation known for its deep red colour, bold spices, and slow-cooked richness. Made using Kashmiri chilli paste, aromatic whole spices, and kudampuli water, this curry looks intensely fiery but delivers a balanced, rounded heat rather than sharp pungency. In earlier days, when refrigerators were not … Continue reading Kerala Red Pork Curry with Kudampuli
Kallappam is a traditional fermented rice pancake from Kerala. The name comes from the word “kallu” (toddy), which was originally used to ferment the batter. In olden days, yeast was not available, but toddy trees were plenty, and fresh toddy was commonly found in almost every household. Today, the situation is the opposite—yeast is easily … Continue reading Kallappam Recipe (Traditional Toddy Appam)
Meen Vatichathu is one of Kerala’s most iconic traditional fish curries, known for its deep red colour, bold spices, tangy flavour, and long keeping quality. This curry was prepared across Kerala for daily meals, weddings, and large gatherings, especially during times when refrigeration did not exist. Made without coconut or onions, this curry relies on … Continue reading Meen Vatichathu – A Traditional Kerala Spicy Fish Curry
Palappam — also called Milk Bread or Kerala Lace Bread — is a beloved traditional breakfast staple from Kerala. With its soft centre and delicate lacy edges, it’s a signature part of Christian festivities, Sunday breakfasts, and everyday meals in many homes across the state. Made from fermented rice batter enriched with coconut milk, palappam … Continue reading Palappam Recipe (Kerala Lace Bread)
Meen Nirapori is a beloved Kerala speciality featuring fish stuffed with a spicy, flavourful masala and shallow-fried to golden perfection. Tender fish pieces are generously filled with a coconut and spice mix, creating a crispy, aromatic outside and juicy, spiced inside — making it perfect as a snack, brunch item, or main dish with rice. … Continue reading Meen Nirapori – Stuffed Fish Fry (Kerala Style)
Kalan is a beloved traditional curry from Kerala, known for its creamy texture and vibrant flavours. Made with yogurt, coconut, and root vegetables like Elephant foot yam (or plantain), this curry strikes the perfect balance of tanginess, spice, and richness — making it a favourite at festivals, family meals, and everyday meals alike. It’s often … Continue reading Kalan – Traditional Kerala Yogurt-Based Curry
Vattayappam is a soft, round, and mildly sweet steamed bread from Kerala, cherished for its light texture, subtle sweetness, and comfort food appeal. Made with rice flour and fermented for flavor, this traditional recipe is a favorite during festivals, family meals, and teatime gathering. 🍛 Why Vattayappam Is Special 🍚 Light, spongy texture 🍶 Mild … Continue reading Vattayappam – Traditional Kerala Round Bread
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