This dish has its roots in Kerala cuisine and the recipe comes from my late Aayi. Her paternal family was from Kerala and my Ajja was also from Kerala. Though both families later migrated to Mangalore, the Kerala influence remained…
My neighbour Anuradha and her husband were kind enough to bring us fresh Mattu gulla all the way from Mattu. Every year they share some with us, and this time they brought extra on my request .As the season is…
Magge Koddel done right!Today I’m sharing another classic from our GSB cuisine – Magge Koddel. This is one of my son Pratham’s absolute favourites, and my Amma makes it the best. I simply follow her recipe, and this is how…
Kali Thori Bhendi is a traditional delicacy from GSB cuisine, typically paired with Magge (Mangalore cucumber) and infused with a robust garlic seasoning. The dish has a beautifully balanced flavor—spicy with a hint of tanginess. Since bimbul is in season,…
Harve Popashpala – raw papaya dish made with homegrown papaya! Pratham helped me pluck and chop it . My paternal granny, Aayi, used to make this often, and now Amma does. I got the recipe from Amma, and she says…
Bondi is a special treat! Whenever it’s brought home, Amma always saves some upkari for me. Usually, we use homegrown or if someone shares ,but this time I picked some up from Spar to create a chopping reel featuring Amma.…
This one’s a Konkani classic . Made with kirlaile(sprouted green gram), we play with variations . This time, I soaked sprouts in water to remove the skin. You may add curry leaves for better flavour. Goes well with rice and…
Thoushe Muddo – a favorite dish of mine, though we don’t make it often. Traditionally, it’s prepared after the Vaina Puja ritual using leftover cucumbers, rice, and banana leaves. You can prepare using idli moulds, and it’s best made with…
Wishing everyone a Belated Happy Onam! 🎉 Sharing a quick and delicious instant sweet appo recipe, a Konkani twist on the traditional version. While authentic recipes involve grinding rice and other ingredients, this version yields soft and tasty appos. Give…
Resharing the reel again in the space. Hope you ll like it.Nagarpanchami celebrations are incomplete without Patholi! I’m thrilled to remake the reel this year. Here’s our traditional recipe. Today, we also prepare Cheppi Kheeri, similar to Menthe Ganji but…