Chutney Madness

by Alexa P., on Sun, August 01, 2010 - 12:40:48 AM
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image The word chutney derives from the Hindi word chatni that translates to heavily spiced and it is often used as an accompaniment to a main dish. It can be in paste form or it can even resemble jam, the main difference being that it requires spices for it to be a true chutney. Best of all it's all wholly vegetarian making it suitable for most diets.

Instead of just eating these with your usual thosai or capati, why not get creative and use these chutneys when preparing other…  More »

I see… I see a squid in my future…

by Alexa P., on Thu, July 22, 2010 - 10:50:52 PM
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image Squid is something that can be difficult to do well. You either need to cook it very quick or for a long time for it to be tender- anywhere in between and you'll end up with a chewy flavoured rubber band. Here are 7 recipes we cooked up and found to work well with this slippery creature.

Fried Calamari

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How lovely is…  More »

Bean there, do that…

by Honey Ahmad, on Wed, January 13, 2010 - 10:15:49 PM
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Yes, this brownie is made from beans. Okay fine, chickpeas are legumes but imagine that! A tasty almost guilt-free dessert from chickpeas. Many have extolled the virtues of beans and legumes. We know they are a good source of fiber and protein. They are low in fat, cheap and there is an incredible variety of beans. But what we are interested in is the fact they are easy to cook and delicious! Check out our recipes below to live a life that's full of beans.

Monday: Chickpea…  More »

7 Edible Gifts in a Jar

by Alexa P., on Thu, December 10, 2009 - 6:19:27 PM
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The yuletide is near and what better way to spread Christmas cheer than by whipping up a homemade edible gift for your loved ones? It’s a great way to save money while still giving them something from the heart. Here are 7 edible jar gifts that are sure to delight:

1. Pickled Snacks
Pickled veggies always look very pretty in a jar and these are perfect for the sandwich lover in your life. We went along with the conventional pickles but you can pickle just about…  More »

A Toast to Floyd

by Alexa P., on Tue, October 13, 2009 - 1:20:52 PM
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Dear Gastronaughts (Floyd’s word describing those passionate about food),

Keith Floyd was undeniably one of the first chefs to take cooking shows to a new level. He brought in a sense of adventure whipping up dishes anywhere and everywhere around the world. He made cooking exciting and yet attainable for the home chef. Floyd was best known for his animated presenting style, quirky dress sense and ever-present glass of red wine and this is why we wanted to pay a little tribute…  More »

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