All stories by Zelda Pande
No Pasta in Italy!
Rediff.com8 Dec 2023Pasta procured in Italy cooked up with lightly braised vegetables that can be mimicked in India.
Recipes: 10 Simple 20-Minute Sabzis
Rediff.com4 Dec 2023Tindli Alu is a very basic sabzi recipe. But nutritious and tasty. Use the same recipe to make a whole variety of easy vegetables.
Recipe: Manisha's Paneer Pulau
Rediff.com24 Nov 2023An intriguing pulau that could be a great lunch fixture
Recipe: S's Andhra-Style Pitlai
Rediff.com17 Nov 2023Try this refreshingly light and wholesome take on the Andhra tamarind gravy.
Recipe: Zelda's Cauliflower and Peas Pulau
Rediff.com10 Oct 2023Pulaus can gussy up a meal, especially when you are having guests over.
Recipe: Gujarati-Style Turai Sabzi
Rediff.com26 Sep 2023Do try making this gourd, Gujarati-style -- it's far tastier than expected.
Recipe: Stir-Fried Garlic Bok Choy
Rediff.com15 Sep 2023If you have not sampled these Chinese greens before, today's the day to do it.
Delhites..How To Spend The G20 Weekend
Rediff.com9 Sep 2023The two obvious best choices are to combine OTT viewing time with some good eating, because Joe, Rishi and Co don't have to be the only ones dining well.
Recipe: Delicious Creamy Pumpkin Soup
Rediff.com24 Aug 2023The lowly kadu is promoted to an awesome pumpkin soup.
Recipe: Mustard Pan-Fried Baingan
Rediff.com9 Aug 2023This eggplant preparation is a marriage of several Indian flavours.
Recipe: Hearty Rice And Potato Soup
Rediff.com1 Aug 2023A simple Estonian soup that's much tastier than you imagine.
Recipe: Mumbai Roma Fettuccine Alfredo
Rediff.com25 Jul 2023A three-ingredient pasta that's plain but plenty tasty.
Recipe: Bai's Spicy Cabbage Rolls
Rediff.com30 Jun 2023A unique snack recipe for masala potato-stuffed cabbage rolls.
Recipe: Nema's Jeeryachi Amti
Rediff.com20 Jun 2023A khatta-meetha amti with fresh coconut milk and undertones of garlic.
Comfort Food Recipe: Zelda's Lachko
Rediff.com13 Jun 2023This simplest of lentil recipes had with rice and some crispy onions makes for a deeply-satisfying meal.
Recipe: Green Banana Fritters With Guacamole
Rediff.com8 Jun 2023Twice-fried plantains make a great base for any kind of topping, especially something with avocado in it.
Recipe: London-Style Paneer Kathi Roll
Rediff.com31 May 2023One of these delectable stuffed rolls makes a hearty meal.
Recipe: Zelda's Devrani Lasagne
Rediff.com23 May 2023The emperor of pasta dishes is lasagne with its layers and layers of richness and taste.