I’ve heard a lot of about Serradura. This is a simple custard sprinkled with crushed biscuits or cookies with a Portuguese origin. Serradura means sawdust and the crumbs are ground fine and look a lot like sawdust. The custard is layered with this sawdust and although it’s very very simple, it tastes amazing. This recipe …
Canapes – Forminhas, Fish Cones & Cheese Rolls
This has been on my bucket list for a long time – 3 canapes made with the same dough – Forminhas, Fish Cones and Cheese Rolls. In Mumbai and Goa you can purchase these shells making it very easy to whip up a batch of these canapes, but since I wouldn’t know where to find …
Spiced Coconut Creme Brulee | Dairy Free Holiday Dessert
You can never go wrong with preparing crème brulee for your family and friends. The custard itself is delicious but when you brulee it in front of your guests, it takes it to a whole other magical level. Years ago I invested in small 4 oz mason jars I love these because you can set …
What I Ate in Bangalore
From Dwarka to Brahmins Coffee Bar, Adigas to the Food Street, The Daily Bean to Bangalore Club, I eat my way through Bangalore, Bengaluru! Check out What I Ate in Bangalore or Bengaluru Bangalore – Goa – Mumbai
What I Ate in Goa
I ate my way through Bangalore and now I’m eating my way through Goa. From Viva Panjim, The Fisherman’s Wharf, Copperleaf, Brittos, Alcove Resort and so much more! Bangalore – Goa – Mumbai
Festive Deviled Eggs
It’s no secret that I love Deviled Eggs. No matter what you do to them, you can’t help but make something delicious. But there are some tips and tricks to getting perfect looking eggs. When slicing the eggs be sure to wipe the blade clean with a damp towel to get a clean cut Mash …
Pimms Cocktail
This recipe could not be simpler! Pimms is an old English cocktail. When I lived in the Middle East, my Dad would always buy this and make a batch on a holiday and I grew up with having celebrations with Pimms – it’s no wonder that I make it today! I always like to add …
Bebinca or Bibic | Coconut & Nutmeg Layered Dessert Cake
So many different names for one delicious dessert! Bebinca is Goa’s pride. According to Fatima da Silva Gracia who authored Cozinha de Goa suggests that Bebinca might have been invented by Bibiona, a nun at the Convento da Santa Monica in Old Goa. Her first version was crafted with seven layers to represent the seven …
Chicken Vindaloo Vindalho or Vindial
This delicious curry is a popular dish in Goa, India and is made using red chilies and vinegar. Inspired by a dish from Portugal, this curry has an amazing flavor profile. The name Vindalho comes from Vin or Wine and Alho or Garlic. Contrary to popular belief, Aloo does not mean potatoes and potatoes are …
Coconut Semolina Cake
This recipe was shared by my BFF Loretta Rodrigues. The first time I tried it, I absolutely adored this cake and so did everyone else. It tastes similar to a semolina cake I made to celebrate Kravings 1st birthday, but the process to make this is very different and unique.