Sil And Lorha | Traditional Indian Kitchen Tools
Spices and seasonings crackle and crunch under the weight of the lorha, releasing an intoxicating
Spices and seasonings crackle and crunch under the weight of the lorha, releasing an intoxicating
You’d be hard pressed to find a single Trinbagonian kitchen that did not possess a Tawa. From the
There is a way to make guilt-free and gluten-free roti, whether you are weight-watching, body-building or simply restricted.
Rasgulla, commonly known by its traditional name as Gulab Jamoon, is a rich, classic Indian sweet that's fried and soaked in a sugar syrup. One bite releases a flood of flavours, especially from the cardamom spice.
During Divali, before lighting deyas, Hindus undergo a period of fasting and praying for the blessings of Mother Lakshmi on their homes. It's then that they offer the Goddess her favourite treat: 'Sweet Rice'.
This pumpkin curry, or what we Trinbagonians call talkari, has been passed down three generations, starting from Natasha’s late grandmother.
Trinidad's curry mango, also called mango talkari, is a side dish that hits tones of tang from the fruit and spice from amchar masala.
Here's Natasha Laggan's traditional barfi recipe with plenty sprinkles (just the way we love it!).
These are fritters made from flour and ground split pea (dhal) that are seasoned with saffron, pepper, garlic and herbs. They're no bigger than golf balls. After being shallow-fried, they're immediately devoured by being dunked into tamarind sauce or mango chutney.
This Indian sweet is a staple for households celebrating Diwali but it has become popularized as a year-round treat for anyone craving that taste of sweet, spice and everything nice.