THEKUA: not only a prasad but also an emotion for most Indians

As soon as the Chhat pujo approches, I start looking out for my Bihari acquaintances, whom I start pinging with just one demand… Thekua please. All through my childhood I clinged on to one of my school friend whose mom made one of the best Thekuas, it used to instantly find its way to the hearts…

Keemar Doi Bora: A whimsical blend of meat and curd

If you know any Bengali, you know that we are too proud of our culture and when it comes to Bengali culture, no one messes with our own Thakur bari. Rabindranath Tagore is the be all and end all of our very own Bengali existence. He overshadows every nook and cranny of our culture. I…

South Indian street food in Kolkata

Hub of cultural polygamy, the city has been in news forever for its political ideologies, sweet language, colonial architecture, magnificent history and most off all the love it nurtures in every nook and corner for deliciousness. A walk along the babbling lanes of the city will unfold many stories of love, struggle and friendship among…

PHIRNI: The food of angels

Phirni which is now one of the top listed favourite dessert among the Bengalis, is actually a thick and creamy pudding made from ground rice. To make the best phirni recipe all you need is just rice, milk, sugar, nuts and saffron and see the magic happen. This dessert has a lovely aroma from the…

MALAI TOAST

Kolkata is a city of glamorous contrasts where you will find some of the modern marvels besides ancient British heritage. Some luxurious food joints besides mouthwatering street food joints. Kolkata’s culinary scene is rich, vibrant and ever-rewarding to any food connoisseur. Among the famous street foods consisting of Phuchkas and Momos,the breakfast innocent as bread…

ROASTED CORN at home

It’s winter season though like us the season itself is confused about its existence. Still we can say it without a doubt that one of the best snack during this time is roasted whole corn with a dash of lime, red chilli powder and salt rubbed on it. Some do add butter to it. Roasted…

DATE PROTEIN BALLS

Need a quick snack which is both healthy and delicious? These healthy, protein-packed energy balls will make the perfect snack for all! All you have to do is throw your favorite healthy energy balls ingredients into a food processor, blend, form into a ball, and enjoy. Too easy right? You can prepare them with a…