SWEET TREATS

May 26, 20238 min read

A Classic Chocolate Cake

A classic chocolate cake that's not too sweet, fluffy and perfect for baking on any special occasion or to accompany tea or coffee

Jun 30, 20225 min read

Sooji Halwa: Roasted Semolina in a Sweet Concoction

semolina roasted in ghee to an earthy brown, topped with thrice the amount of water and almost the same amount of sugar -I cannot think of a

Sep 30, 20215 min read

A Plum Almond Cake for that time of the year

Perfect with a good cuppa and a book, it brings me joy every time I bake it. Make it and treat yourself this season.

Jul 10, 20219 min read

Poda Pitha: Burnt-Base Rice Cake from Odisha

A rice cake from Odisha that lies at the heart of its ancient history and continues to be made and served in homes and temples.

Feb 13, 20216 min read

Gajar ka Halwa: Carrots with Milk made into a sweet concoction

For me, winter is synonymous with gajar ka halwa, an Indian confection made of grated carrots cooked in slowly simmering milk.

Oct 6, 20209 min read

Blueberry Lemon Cake

The story of blueberry is in many ways the story of the Indigenous people of North America.

Jun 30, 20204 min read

Rhubarb and Strawberry Crumble

A crumble is not just a post-meal dessert. It's versatile enough to be eaten as a scrumptious breakfast or a hearty snack.