SWEETS

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

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.

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.

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.

Blueberry Lemon Cake

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

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.