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Tag: indian cuisine

Rooti – the Indian Tortilla

Posted on September 6, 2018April 22, 2019 by Indrani

Rooti, like rice, is a staple in Indian homes.  You may just see it at every meal.  It is a very simple preparation of a flat bread that does not take a lot of time or ingredients.  Rooti is the Bengali word for this food item.  If you hear anyone say roti, rotli, or chapati,…

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Summer Cooking Class Sale

Posted on May 8, 2018April 22, 2019 by Indrani

May is my birthday month and I want to offer something to you! Book your summer (June, July or August) in-home cooking class during the month of May and receive 15% off.  It makes a great experience gift for Mother’s and Father’s Day!  Request your date through the form below.

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Vadai – India’s Version of the Beloved Falafel

Posted on May 4, 2018April 22, 2019 by Indrani

The weather is getting nicer and we are spending so much time outside.  And when out and about, who doesn’t love to visit a food truck for some great street food?  A little walk and talk around the city with something deep fried to snack on sounds like a very enjoyable afternoon to me!  India’s…

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Ghee – Indian Clarified Butter

Posted on April 4, 2018April 22, 2019 by Indrani

Growing up, rice with butter and salt was a staple in my diet and it is also eaten quite often by my own children.  But when we got to have ghee with our rice, that was something special.  It reminds me of my grandmother.  After she mixed the rice up with the ghee and salt,…

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monbool

Finding my way through the love of art, food, family, and friends.

What does monbool mean?  monbool is a word I made up.  Mon (pronounced mōn) was my mother’s childhood nickname and Bool was my father’s childhood nickname.  The passion I have for what I am doing came from them, so I have named this journey in their honor.

I am Indrani, a first generation Indian-American whose parents originally migrated from Kolkata, India.  My passion and inspiration for cooking developed from spending time in the kitchen and learning from my father who would cater for large gatherings.  My mother encouraged all forms of art, including drawing, dance and music.  Growing up with a strong, traditional Indian upbringing, my parents also encouraged participation in the American culture.  And now in my own mixed culture family, the fusion of Indian and American traditions is embraced by my husband and children.

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