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Bengali Mishti Pulao: Bengali Style Pilaf with Cashews and Raisins

Bengali Mishti Pulao: Bengali Style Pilaf with Cashews and Raisins

    The sound of “Mishti Pulao” takes me back to this little girl dining on this tiny table and chair, set by the family dining table just where the door opens. It is Christmas lunch. The family has gathered around the table. Crisp winter 

Semolina and Vegetable Pulao/Pilaf

Semolina and Vegetable Pulao/Pilaf

    Piping hot semolina with tender medley of vegetables and some spicy chutney is the way to break that fast on a cold and frosty morning.  

Zafrani Kofta Pulao: Saffron and Caramelized Onion Pilaf with Meatballs

Zafrani Kofta Pulao: Saffron and Caramelized Onion Pilaf with Meatballs

Laden with the perfume of the saffron and fresh mint, this indeed is a regal dish to savor.  If you are willing to deviate a little from the traditional meal planning for the holidays, this is for you. Fragrant Basmati rice is interlaced with the 

Daoud Basha – Meatballs with pine nuts in a rich tomato sauce

Daoud Basha – Meatballs with pine nuts in a rich tomato sauce

There has not been a single moment in my life when the Mediterranean food has disappointed me. From the wide spread mezze, to the diverse distribution of main and side dishes and of course the mouthwatering desserts – every bite of the cuisine is exciting 

Chicken Pilaf

Chicken Pilaf

Very subtly different from the Biryani is a Pilaf/Pulao. While Biryani is a rich, exotic delicacy created & served with a regal fervor; redolent with beautiful spices & packed the wonderful & unforgettable flavors, lip smacking goodness & heart warming memories – the Pilaf/Pulao is