‘Food’ Archives
Recipe: Stir fried cabbage
Cabbage is often an underestimated vegetables. “People are surprised at how tasty the humble cabbage can be when prepared properly with the right mix of spices,” says Auckland-based Malaysian chef Yougeswari Subramaniam. Here, she shares her easy-to-prepare [Read More]
Going bananas with Malaysian cooking
If you thought banana plant was good for its fruit alone, think again. Banana leaves are extensively used in Indian and Asian cooking for a variety purposes – from decorative to culinary. Native to South India, Malaysia and many other parts of Southeast Asia, the [Read More]
Peter Gordon prepares Malaysian fusion
New Zealand’s celebrity chef Peter Gordon was seen preparing a fusion of crayfish and smoked coconut laksa for entree and roast Cambridge duck with kumara dumplings for main at dine by Peter Gordon at SkyCity in Auckland. This was part of the launch of May-laysia, a [Read More]
Why is junk food bad for you
The success of junk food business has drawn a lot of attention to the industry and the food itself. Many denounce junk food due to its ill effect on consumers and the health of the world. Not only is junk food confirmed to be bad for the physical condition owing to high fat [Read More]
Australians try the curry route to Indians’ hearts
Following racist attacks on Indians in Australia, many community initiatives are shaping up to encourage racial harmony. One such effort is by a community group in Melbourne called Uniting Church, which has started monthly meetings between Indian students and the mainstream [Read More]
Little Indians to donate to earthquake fund
Two Indian restaurants are donating a part of their profits to help rebuild Christchurch. One of the businesses affected by the Christchurch earthquake is donating a part of their national sales to the earthquake fund. Little India, a popular Indian chain of restaurants in [Read More]
Experience Auckland’s culinary flavour
While New Zealand offers plenty of tourist attractions, its ethnic food variety is unmatched, especially in the multi-ethnic city of Auckland. Auckland’s central business district and the neighbouring Parnell and Ponsonby suburbs offer a rich choices for places to [Read More]
Filter Coffee – An Inseparable Addiction for South Indians
Coffee, as you know, is a universal drink. There may not be any one not familiar with, even if they do not drink it. While there are many varieties for serving coffee, hot or cold; with or without milk or cream; strong or light; the fact remains, after a cup of coffee your [Read More]
Five guaranteed ways to lower cholesterol
How to lower cholesterol is one of the major concerns for Indians living abroad, especially those keen to lose weight. In fact, high cholesterol is one of the common health issues for NRIs and Indians worldwide. The problem is also common among Americans. According to a [Read More]
American Masala – The Indian Way
If you are looking for a colourful recipe book for cooking that hot Indian dinner for your friends, grab a copy of American Masala. Suvir Saran has done wonders with his second book – American Masala. His first book, Indian Home Cooking, offered an easy Do-It-Yourself [Read More]
