Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Grilled Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary (and a Le Creuset Giveaway)
'Where do you see yourself in five years time?' His slim reading glasses perched at the tip of his nose, recording every word I said with an emphatic scrawl of his pencil. I thought about it... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
The Colors of Tanzania and Pineapple Mango and Coconut Crumble
Come, pull up a chair. Get cozy and comfortable. I'm going to take you on a little journey and share with you a small part of me. A glimpse into my childhood, where I spent the first 18 years... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Strawberry and Pistachio Cake
I am in bed typing this post, a worn out 20 year old throw that I used since I was 5 years old comforting me and a pineapple and mango coconut crumble sitting on the bedside table. Piping hot, so... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Away....
Jambo from Tanzania. I'm here in Dar es Salaam visiting my parents and introducing Hassan to the rest of the family. We have been here a week now and enjoying every minute of being pampered by my... Continue reading »
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Beet and Potato Chips with Thyme Rock Salt
'What inspires you to cook?' That must be the most frequently asked question I have come across since I began blogging. For me, it really depends on a number of factors. I find inspiration... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Cardamom Crepes With Rhubarb Compote
'What's that Mamma?' she asked, a curious twinkle in her eye. I glanced over to see where her finger was pointing. 'That's rhubarb,' I said. An incredulous giggle escaped her.... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart with Peanut Praline Brittle
Every once in a while, I have the urge to declutter and cleanse. Every part of my life- from my make up bag to the pantry as well as the fridge and freezer. There is nothing better than opening your... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Sesame Egg Noodles with Stir Fried Vegetables
Note: So happy to find out that my blog has been nominated as Best Food Photography on a Blog for this year's The Kitchn Homies. I'd apprecite your vote here. As I brought up Blogger on my... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Purple Cauliflower Fritters with Garlic and Coriander Dressing
Our weekends are usually unplanned at the moment. Unless we have a kids birthday party to attend (which has been the case for the last three weekends!), we play it by ear. It very much depends on... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
When My Camera Found a Purple Cauliflower
Sometimes in life, things go by unnoticed. Beautiful yet simple, we miss them because we don't have the time to sit and stare. Things that are often overlooked by our eyes but not by a camera. I have... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Chocolate Nutella and Hazel Nut Brownie Cake
We haven't spent much time together. You see, I've been busy and she is confused. Before, my world revolved around her. She would be the first thing I set my eyes on when I woke. Or rather,... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Carrot Pudding
Last week, I wrote about a cultural and religious custom where we shaved Hassan's birth hair. I had quite a few comments and curious emails asking about this practice as well as the recipe for... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Roasted Tomato and Garlic Crouton Spaghetti
It has been nearly three weeks now since Hassan graced our lives and changed our family dynamics forever. We have been busy getting to know one another and I haven't spent as much time in the... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
A New Life- Hassan Akber Rajabali
Life has completely changed for us in the last two weeks or so. We have been overwhelmed, overjoyed and deliriously happy by the arrival of a brother for Maryam- Hassan Akber Rajabali. Thank you so... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Cinnamon Infused Clementine Custard
When I was pregnant with Maryam, I had many cravings. But healthy ones. Cravings for foods that would nourish my body and that of my growing body. I went through phases where I would eat boxes and... Continue reading »
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2011: A Year of Discovery
Didn't 2011 just fly by for you? It certainly did for me. For us- me, Akber and Maryam. When I look back at these pictures, I see a trail of how far I've come in terms writing, photography and just... Continue reading »
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Cappuccino Truffles
I have always wanted to celebrate Christmas. I yearned for all things festive- glittering decorations, sparkling trees, a frosty winterland when I peek outside my window, intricately decorated... Continue reading »
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Arabic Shawarma
As the cool winters begin to show their true colors, I crave food that is wholesome, fillng and.....just plain comfortable. The kind that you can eat sprawled on your sofa, your feet covered with a... Continue reading »
Sips and Spoonfuls in food
Apple Cardamom Cake
Something has been on my mind for a few weeks now. I've been pondering over it for some time. Should I, should I not? Will I succeed? What will Akber and Maryam think? Are they going to be open... Continue reading »
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Mung Bean Soup
As I sit here typing this post, the clouds outside are swelling up again. Whether they will rumble and pour rain is a different matter. Even though I mentioned in my last post that I probably... Continue reading »
