Author: Gopi Krishna

Yam fry is a spicy, crispy side dish made by roasting yam and seasoning it with spices and herbs. Yam Fry or Senai Kizhangu Varuval is a great dish and also an appetizer which is loved by everyone because of its taste. Learn how to make yam fries with step by step pictures. Yam Fry is a spicy fry that goes well with rice and yogurt. It is very satisfying to have simple yam fry with any rice, be it different types of rice or rice with sambar, rasam etc. My favorite combination is curd rice or sambar rice with…

Hello again!! Yes, this is the best weekend to buy great, affordable furniture and decor. Rasta Day (Wayfair’s biggest sale of the year) is here and waiting for you 🙂 This means up to 80% off, free shippingFlash deals, etc. I’m sure many of you mark your calendars and wait for the Day Sale dates to be announced, but if you’re like me (not so organized, let’s say), there’s no need to worry because here are some great, quality, easy decor upgrades for basically every room in your home. As a reminder, this is only a 3-day sale, so let’s…

If you’re looking to purchase some new furniture and decor that will last for many years and still feel timeless then today is a great day! This is correct, most modern (a beloved EHD brand) is having its biggest sale of the year. We’re talking up to 70% off thousands of items. It starts today and ends Monday, meaning…it’s go time, guys! But there is no need to stress because guess what?? I’ve gone through all of their salable items and picked out beautiful items that we consider “new modern classics.” That’s right, pieces manufactured in both high quality and…

Neeragram or Pazhayathu is a nutritious breakfast made by soaking rice overnight and garnished with buttermilk, raw onion, green chillies, pickles etc. Neeragram is the diet of most of the South Indian villagers which keeps them energetic throughout the day and keeps them cool even when they have to work in the scorching heat all day long. I never thought of posting Neeragram here. Full credit for this post goes to my best friend husband who suggested me to post it. I kept putting it off because I didn’t have clay pots. Last week I received them and proceeded to…

Chicken 65 is a popular starter in restaurants, now you can make it easily at home by following this recipe. Chicken 65 can be served as an appetizer or as a side dish to a rice meal or biryani. Learn how to make Chicken 65 with step-by-step pictures. I always wonder how Chicken 65 gets so soft and juicy in restaurants alone. I didn’t think seriously about it until the little one started tasting and liking chicken. Now that she likes it, I’m making it more often and I’ve found the trick to getting juicy chicken 65. jump to: About…

Sev Papdi is a crispy chaat made by coating papdi with mashed potatoes, sev, curd and spices. Sev Papdi is a popular street food that must be tried at home for its taste and hygiene. Learn how to make Sev Papdi with step by step pictures. Does anyone get tired of chatting?! It was a kind of chat fair at home and no one was getting tired of the chat I did. As all food bloggers can understand, most of our food is served to our lenses and eyes before anyone even tastes it. But sometimes it’s hard to control…

Kollu Rasam is a nutritious and healthy South Indian soup made by cooking Kollu with tamarind extract, tomatoes, tempering spices and herbs. Kollu rasam is subtle and a very good alternative to regular rasam. Learn how to make Kollu Rasam with step by step pictures. I have heard and read about a lot of health benefits of kollu (horse gram), so I have started including kulthi chana, also known as kollu, in my regular menu. Kollu Rasam is very tasty and is a comforting combination with hot rice. You can pair it with Kollu Sundal or any simple fried Poriyal.…

Cantaloupe juice, also known as kharbuja rasa, is a refreshing juice made by combining cantaloupe pulp, sugar and lemon juice. Melon juice is a great way to cool the body and enjoy the taste of the fruit. Learn how to make cantaloupe juice with step-by-step pictures. Muskmelon/Kharbuja or Kirni Palam (as we call it in Tamil) – This fruit has many names. It tastes delicious on its own, just with a sprinkle of sugar and juice, which is another way to enjoy this fruit. jump to: About Musk Melon Juice Muskmelon Juice is a refreshing juice made using only 3…

Rajma Paratha is a stuffed paratha variety filled with kidney beans. Rajma Paratha is a healthy paratha that goes well with raita or pickle and can be eaten for breakfast, dinner or in a lunchbox. Learn how to make Rajma Paratha with step by step pictures. Rajma Paratha is also healthy and for an additional reason it is easy to make and does not require any side dish as it tastes good even if there is just raita to finish it off. I had only half a cup of rajma left and waiting to be used and this time I…

Idli Milagai Podi is one of the essential spices in every household, especially for South Indians. The taste and flavor of this MTR Idli Milgai Podi is unique and I am sure everyone will love it. Learn how to make MTR style idli milagai podi with step by step pictures. I have already posted Idli Milagai Podi, which is the version I am adopting because everyone at home including Mittu likes it and the main reason is that this version is less spicy and kid friendly. jump to: About MTR Idli Podi Idli Podi is a dry powder that serves…