Diwali Memories, Traditional Gujarati Snacks and Sweets from My Kitchen

23 October 2026
Mina Joshi

Diwali has always been a special time of year for me. Growing up in a Gujarati family in Kenya, festivals…

Gujarati Theplas with Paneer, Methi and Sesame Seeds

21 October 2026

These Gujarati-inspired theplas are made with a combination of wheat flour, chickpea flour and bajra flour (pearl millet flour). I…

My Traditional Chappati Dabba – Keeping Theplas and Rotis Soft

19 October 2026

Some things in an Indian kitchen may look simple, but they are incredibly useful. One of my favourites is my…

Stuffed Peppers with Quinoa and Paneer

16 October 2026

These stuffed peppers are a delicious way to combine ready-cooked red and white quinoa with grated paneer, spring onions and…

Gujarati Tofu Shaak Recipe | Vegan Indian Curry

12 October 2026

A simple, flavourful Gujarati-style shaak made with tofu, everyday spices and a little khatta-mitha (sweet and sour) balance. Tofu is…

Easy Spring Onion & Cherry Tomato Salsa (Kathiawadi Dungri tameta ni kachumber)

10 October 2026

Indian meals often include pickles, salads and chutneys because they bring different tastes, textures and freshness to the meal. They…

Simple Ways to Make Homemade Meals More Flavourful

29 May 2026

Why Flavour Matters in Everyday Cooking Homemade meals do not need to be complicated to taste delicious. Sometimes, the smallest…

Protein-Packed Air Fried Mixed Dal Kachoris

17 May 2026

There was a time when I was forever experimenting in the kitchen and making rushing my husband to taste them…

Brain Foods for Exams: What to Eat During Exam Season

12 May 2026

When people remember their college days, many still shudder at the thought of exams. These are stressful, anxiety-filled periods where…

10 Healthiest Herbs and Spices for College Students to Boost Appetite

11 May 2026

For many young people, leaving home for university is the first real taste of independence. After months of revision, exams,…

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