In every corner of this crowded, complicated country I found myself frustrated, and then fed. Often both at the same time.
Peas in a Podcast
I’m not sorry about the pun
On the Road in India Part Two: Maharashtra
Vada Pau is the dish of choice here. It's a cumin and turmeric spiced potato pattie in a chickpea batter, deep-fried and stuffed into a soft, white bun with a thick spread of very spicy chilli paste.
On the Road in India Part One: Kerala
Truck stops, street stalls and highway rest houses in India have some insanely good stuff to eat. Some of my favourite meals came from tiny shacks on the side of the road.
The Perks of Eating a Cauliflower
Here, dear readers, are several ideas for things to do with cauliflower that will hopefully change your mind about this misunderstood vegetable.
As is my way you can expect extremely unclear instructions. These are not concrete recipes, these are intended to be inspirational.
Prepare to be inspired.
I made these Sweet Potato Hotcakes a couple of weeks ago and realised that I was onto a winner. Only catch, I hadn't written a damn thing down, so I couldn't be sure if I'd be able to replicate it or give a reasonably accurate recipe for y'all, my loyal followers. So a couple of lucky friends got to come over and be my taste-testers while I tried out the recipe for a second time.
A Sunny Sunday Salad
I fucking love salad.
It's one of my favourite ways to eat vegetables. Think about it. There are so few limits on what you can put in a salad… The possibilities are endless!
Laos Talking, More Eating
Laotian food is spicy and hot with full on flavours. I detected a whiff of the dried out fish, along with the fresh herbs and salty broth.
Get Stuffed
Stuffed vegetables were everywhere. Whenever I eat them now it evokes such a strong sense of that place in that time.
Farmers Markets Are The Best And I Love Them (part one)
Not only does the food taste better when it's fresh and seasonal, but it's also a good reminder to slow down and appreciate the good things that grow in the place you live. They say home is where the heart is, but I reckon stomach is more accurate for me.