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Posted by Rashmi Primlani on May 31, 2013

Heartfelt Encounter: Rendezvous with Mr. Anthony Bourdain!

Primarily, I publish recipes and restaurant reviews. But when you meet a food rock star, you are left with an elated sense that ought to be shared with food lovers alike. I couldn’t contain myself…Oh My God, I am going to meet “the” Anthony Bourdain? But wait a minute he is ONLY a culinary celebrity, so you ask, what is the big deal? This is why— When the tickets for the meet and greet...

Posted by Rashmi Primlani on May 21, 2013

A Summer Staple: Light & Delicious Orzo Salad with Fresh Herbs & Lemon Vinaigrette!

With summer around the corner, my appetite or interest in food takes a plunge. Soaring warm temperatures makes me go searching for dishes that are light on the palate, easy on the spices, and refreshing to say the least. I enjoy salads but to be honest, I relish them mostly as a side dish and not an entire meal. That said, this orzo salad is so flavorful and refreshing that I could easily make a meal out...

Posted by Rashmi Primlani on May 17, 2013

Guilt Free Snack: Flavorful & Crunchy Baked Beet Chips!

Every now and then, especially when I have had an extra indulgent week of eating, I go off carbohydrates for a week. I don’t starve myself nor am I so stringent as Atkins; simply eliminate bread or rice from my daily menu. A week without carbohydrates isn’t difficult but for some odd reason after a few days I crave something ‘crunchy’. Is my body asking for fat? I can’t say...

Posted by Rashmi Primlani on May 8, 2013

To Cook with ‘Love’: Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes with Raspberries for Mother’s Day!

With Mother’s Day at our heels, my mom has been on my mind more than usual. In general, human beings tend to take the most important people in their lives for granted. And I know that I have been guilty of not being as grateful as I should be to the people who matter the most to me in my life, which is my parents and family. It is in-grained in my mind – that my mother will always be there for me....

Posted by Rashmi Primlani on May 6, 2013

Taking the King of All Fruits: ‘Mango’ to Cool New Heights! #spicychat

Mango is incontestably the uncrowned King of all fruits in India. As mango is only available in the summer in India, it makes us Indian’s crave it even more. There are a few varieties across the country but for Delhites, Langda and Chausa have captured their hearts. In season, Indians devour mangoes by the cases, making them a staple in their daily diet. And the most common way to savor them is by...

Posted by Rashmi Primlani on May 2, 2013

Avocado on a Stick: Buttery & Refreshing #Spicychat Twist!

Cinco de Mayo is not the most important patriotic holiday in Mexico, which happens to be ‘Independence Day‘, yet all social media is buzzing with recipes surrounding this occasion. In modern times, May 5th is observed in the United States as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride. To me, Food speaks the language of tradition and culture best. Frankly, I cook regional Mexican cuisine at...

Posted by Rashmi Primlani on Apr 26, 2013

Quintessential Summer Treat: #SpicyChat Home-Made Popsicles!

Since I received my sampler pack, it will be fair to say that Fat Cat Foods hot sauces have been haunting my dreams. I have been vigorously taste testing to showcase Fat Cat hot sauces creative reach. A little dash here, a mega dash there, and voila’, I created some magic. This time I am pairing hot sauce with dessert. Chocolate and spice, what’s there not to love? Icy cold popsicles are a...

Posted by Rashmi Primlani on Apr 25, 2013

Refreshing & Flavorful: Cucumber & Lime Infused Water!

Whether you have just completed another successful round of Insanity or Zumba, ate something way too spicy, or simply cause it’s ‘hot’ outside, there is nothing that quenches your thirst and re-hydrates your body and soul, quite like water. I know, I know. I hear people say it all the time ‘water is boring’. So I am here to motivate YOU to drink more water with an easy formula...

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