The hustle bustle of the kitchen .... the aroma of food....eating together....all very pleasant memories. My grandmothers on both sides of the family were accomplished "kitchen queens" in their own right. Nani was vivacious while Dadi was the elegant one. I loved to spend time in their kitchens during vacations, listening to their stories and watching them create their magic. Each had her own distinctive style and method and I must admit that the sights, sounds, aroma and tasting sessions had a deep impact on me and I carry them fondly with me. My mother too is an excellent cook - she would put up new and exciting menus for us and never shied away from learning and trying out new recipes! It was she who let me explore my skills in the kitchen and allowed me to cook and learn with her on holidays.
After marriage, cooking for my husband (who is the subject of my food experiments and also the harshest critic) honed my skills. Now, my son and his demand for "special" something to eat keeps me on my toes and my mind ticking in the kitchen.
With the world moving towards takeaways and in the era of diminishing family kitchens, I wanted to share those memories and my thoughts on food and recipes with everyone....