Middle of winter. It’s likely snowing or raining in your area (it is HERE!). But what I crave year round is fresh fruit. And I’m usually fantasizing about eating it in warm weather! This is a platter of fresh fruit at a buffet in Southern India. The pineapple was sweet, the watermelon ripe and the […]
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WanderFood Wednesday: Chocolate Cake & Mango Ice Cream
On a whim, I stepped into Cafe Crafters in Jew Town (yes, that’s the name of the area and I feel really weird writing it!) in Cochin, Kerala in South India. I had a hankering. And my instincts were right. I was after the mango ice cream but followed the waiter’s recommendation and ordered up […]
WanderFood Wednesday: Indian Vada
A vada is a delicious doughnut-like snack found in South India and often served with spicy coconut dipping sauce. The primary ingredient in this deep-fried treat is either dal, lentil, gram flour or potato. Before you get your hopes up, they’re not sweet like doughnuts. Instead they are savory, often spiced with black pepper, chillies, […]