California Cuisine – Vegetarian Recipes
share…emailPrintPinterestFacebookGoogle+TwitterLinkedinYummlyTumblrThe weather is hot and I long for a refreshing iced tea. So I grabbed the grapefruit from the bowl, squeezed it, made syrup, added water and Voila! Ginger Grapefruit Iced Tea. It’s that easy. The slight bitterness from the grapefruit pairs marvelous with ginger from the tea bags. The resulting […]
share…emailPrintPinterestFacebookGoogle+TwitterLinkedinYummlyTumblrBlueberry Muffins are simply irresistible. Fresh luscious blueberries folded into a simple batter make sweet flavor bursting muffins with a firm cake-like crumb. Though I categorize them under Dessert, I can eat these for breakfast, snack, and dessert. Blueberries Blueberries are new age fruits to me. I tasted them only after […]
share…emailPrintPinterestFacebookGoogle+TwitterLinkedinYummlyTumblrCrème au Beurre or buttercream is a light, smooth icing that we use often in pastry kitchens. I learned how to make buttercream at my culinary school – International Culinary Center. Buttercreams taste heavenly. Did I mention that? There are many variations of the basic formula of the buttercream. The well known […]
share…emailPrintPinterestFacebookGoogle+TwitterLinkedinYummlyTumblrRasam Powder Spiced Red Pepper and Carrot Soup is a low carb, no oil, easy and healthy soup to make. I came up with this recipe when my son fell ill. He wanted soup and I really wanted him to have Rasam. Hence the Rasam Powder Spiced Red Pepper and Carrot […]
share…emailPrintPinterestFacebookGoogle+TwitterLinkedinYummlyTumblrThe Mango Ginger Panna cotta is creamy and delectable with a hint of ginger and layer of mango. This is a winning combination and a party delight. Panna cotta is the easiest thing to make. I first made this at work, when catering to a graduation party. It was an […]
share…emailPrintPinterestFacebookGoogle+TwitterLinkedinYummlyTumblrThe Paneer – Pistachio Spinach Pesto Parathas are an easy put-together main course. High in beneficial fats, Vitamin B6, potassium and a good source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants. And they are delicious. Friends ask me all the time, how to to use sauces in different ways. I think of a […]
Hi, Welcome to my food adventures. My Roots, My Rambles is a food blog written by me, a Professional Chef, and explores my love for fresh seasonal California produce. I love creating recipes that combine my South Indian Roots with the rich and varied food culture of the San Francisco Bay Area (my Rambles). My food mantra is to buy local, eat seasonal produce. So, if you are a foodie like me always exploring to discover new ingredients, cooking techniques and the numerous ways to combine cultures and cuisines, this is the blog for you.