Cocoa, chocolate chips, chocolate covered almonds and coffee beans. Cookies.
We adore them. It’s the BEST!- I’ve heard( not too humble huh..). I can’t restrict myself in calling them the best.
If there’s one thing kids ask(almost demand) when they come to our place, are these cookies. Now coming to think of it, I’m not too sure it’s just them asking or one chocoholic teen who makes them ask…
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You have to dream, before your dream can come true.- Abdul Kalam
How was your weekend? Anything special??
Well, mine was. I met President OBAMA! Yippee, and boy oh boy was he as good looking in person and even more charming.
OK let’s not get too excited too soon, I met him In my DREAMS…….. literally.
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Here’s the thing about love.
The love I’m talking about is unconditional, just give with open arms, lotsa hugs, kisses and tears kinda love. No, it’s not the crazy giddy love with butterflies buzzing, where you wait to fall on your face one day but it’s the ‘MY HEART belongs to this thing in my arms LOVE’.
My baby is a officially a teen. How appropriate is this dessert which epitomizes him in every way and the cherries on top are there just because.
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Summer Vacation is here, and aren’t I glad I am a stay at home mum. Waking up after everyone(when I’m lucky, that is) and coming down to a noisy kitchen with dishes all over, refrigerator left open and all for what, to toast up some waffles. But, I am not about to complain about the petty little things which would have bothered me a while ago. I know my priorities now.. 🙂 Today, I feel good to see the boys manage their breakfast without their mom.
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Holding his hands, going for a walk every Sunday evening was our ritual which I enjoyed. His over protective and possessive nature played a huge part in my life. His strong opinion on not allowing me in the kitchen to cook was annoying, but coming back home from work with a bagful of goodies always made me happy. He would sit for hours over my bedside when I had a fever, pampered me like crazy which I miss the most as I’m surrounded with three boys who need pampering all the time. Among a lot of his attributes, one of the things I admire most is his love for food. To him, all food was either “marvelous” or not worth mentioning. He taught me that food is an experience, how you make it and how you serve it, the pleasure it brings leaves an impression.
The manner of giving is worth more than the gift. ~Pierre Corneille, Le Mentuer
With busy schedules around school year, entertaining can get a bit stressful. In summer, there’s a lot of free time and it’s time to socialize. We all need a reason to get together for a cup of coffee or just for a chat. 🙂
The blog keeps me busy, and I finally feel I can give back something and feel rewarded in a way. After all the endless hours browsing and admiring talented people all around, I’ve learnt and created so much along the way. Journey is fun and never ends.
James Beard
It’s one those blah days. Weather is dull, and in turn dragging everybody down. I haven’t ticked off half the things I have to do for the week and another list is already awaiting. With the weather like this, I just want to cozy up in my bed, with the heater to my left, coffee to warm up and a good novel for company. Shaking my beautiful thoughts away, have a bunch of chores to get done. But I cannot resist the urge to whip a batch of the simplest biscuits/cookies every.
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“People forget what they ate, but they always remember Dessert, so make it memorable”.- Ina Garten
Medjool dates with their crinkly top, sweet second layer was known as the fruit of the royals. But, it’s easily accessible to us commoners now. The chewy texture, the naturally maple sort of taste and it’s size makes for a easy pick me up snack.
Dates are consumed on it’s own for it’s nutritional value and distinctive taste. But, the middle easterners have gotten quite creative with these pick me up beauties. Taking a note from their page, the MEDJOOL dates get makeovers every chance a cook gets.
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Mango among fruits, pork among meats, tea among leaves.
We are in the midst of spring with weather acting very moody. Taste buds getting confused. It’s hot and I want something cool and quick. It gets colder and I crave for something baked and goey. But one thing remains constant, a want for a quick dessert. I recently discovered parfaits and it’s many variations. I’ve combined a lot of different ingredients and this one seems to be my hubby’s favorite. Although he has an aversion to coconut when not fresh…this one has passed his test.
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Largely popular in Greece with a light tomato sauce, this dish is not something that comes to mind when we think about Greek food right..? GIGANTES also known as elephant beans(it looks like elephant ears)are quite popular there. I can say, that it is much flavorful than I thought it would be. They adapt to their cooking environment very easily, are so meaty and very hearty for the non meat eater, perfect for vegans. I had these beans at a restaurant Kokari in the bay and wanted to reproduce it for a while now, but of course you add your touch. How many of you, go to some restaurants, have something tasty or unique and have an urge to cook that up at home? I do it all the time, I take it as a challenge in which I succeed at times and sometimes not. It’s always worth a shot.
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