Aren’t brunches dreeeeeeamy? A brunch always reminds me of a nice vacation, the kind where you sleep late, wake up late, head out in a tee and shorts to find a nice, cozy cafe and order a cup of steaming hot, foamy coffee and a nice, large plate of breakfast with maybe a dessert or…
Tag: Healthy
Pineapple Kesari || Chaitime
Okay y’all, I admit. I’ve a MAJOR sweet-tooth. MAJOR. All my life I’ve been telling myself and my world that I don’t crave anything sweet, that I don’t like sweets, that I can survive without sucrose. LIE. My whole belief system was shattered not so long ago when I consciously noticed my strong craving for…
Avocado Ragi Roti || Chaitime
Ragi or Finger Millet is considered supremely healthy. Born and brought up in India, specially in the State of Karnataka which is the largest producer of this wonder grain, I feel privileged to be one of those many people who’ve enjoyed hot Ragi balls or “Ragi Mudde”, as its popularly known as, with spicy green…
Strawberry-Green Peas Salad || Chaitime
Time has come for yet another green pea recipe! This one’s bizarre; atleast that’s what I initially thought. I honestly didn’t think that I’d like this recipe but I was in for a pleasant surprise. Today’s recipe is another mind-blowing summer salad – very colorful and lively! It combines the tanginess of fresh strawberries and…
Watermelon-Feta Salad || Chaitime
Summer is here! Beaches, sunshine, blue skies, sunglasses, flip-flops, sun-dresses, weird straw hats, picnic baskets, cold coffees, ice creams, popsicles, frozen yogurt, slushies, melons, berries………….do you feel yourself nicely wrapped up in a happy summer vibe right now??? Good! Because today’s recipe is all colorful and summery! 😀 Out of all the different kinds of melons,…
Apple-Ginger Smoothie || Chaitime
What’s your favorite fruit? My answer to that question is Apple! Ripe, red and crunchy apples are a delight to chomp into. And what makes this fruit more special are its myriad health benefits. We all know the ancient Welsh adage, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”, right? 😉 Apples are extremely rich in…
Christmas Kashayam || Chaitime
‘Tis the season! It’s the season of lights and pine and candles and stockings…it’s also the season of cold and sinus and flu and migraines. Fear not! Here’s a recipe to keep yourself warm this winter and enjoy the season of cakes and cookies without ever having to stop. Kashayam is a home-brewed herbal drink…
Green Bean Fries || Chaitime
Now who doesn’t like French Fries?? I know they’re unhealthy and greasy …but who doesn’t like them!! The taste of a perfectly-sized crispy fry dipped in slightly spiced tomato ketchup is one of the simple pleasures of life. I recently discovered one more to add to these pleasures. Green Bean Fries! Simple to make and real tasty,…
Orange-Peel Tea || Chaitime
Imagine sipping a cup of hot, fresh tea on a cold, gloomy day. Imagine that pure strength combined with the refined aroma of cured tea leaves brewed in a fashion that is so simple, so elegant. Pretty picture, isn’t it? As quoted by Aaron Fisher in The Way of Tea, the dialogue between our selves…
Gushing Green Smoothies || Chaitime
Do you have 5 minutes to spare in the morning? ‘Cause that’s all the time you need to make these amazing green blends! Perfectly simple to make, these healthy blends will boost your energy and give your day a fresh start. 🙂 Plants contain phytonutrients that help boost your imune system and keep you healthy throughout the year….
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