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    • Cakes. Desserts. Cookies. Biscuits.
    • Indian Recipes
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    • Savoury Snacks. Savoury Bakes.
    • Staple
    • Eggless
      • Eggless Savouries
      • Eggless Sweet Stuff
    • Dips, Sauces. Condiments. Pickles. Sprinkles.
    • Chicken and Egg Recipes
    • Seafood Recipes
    • Meat Dishes
    • Drinks. Beverages
    • Ingredients
  • Lifestyle
    • Travel
      • Java
      • Bali
      • Tamil Nadu
      • Karnataka
      • Kerala
      • Maharastra
      • West Bengal
      • Japan
      • Myanmar
      • Vietnam
      • Cambodia
      • Sri Lanka
      • Bali
      • France
      • Montenegro
      • Uzbekistan
      • United States of America
    • Events
      • Cooking Classes
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      • Instagram Live
    • Food Reviews
      • Local Eateries
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      • Personal Views
  • Culinary Education
    • Culinary Education
  • My Books
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    • Other Books
  • Contact Us
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    • Cart
  • Culinary Services
    • Classes and Workshops
    • Recipe development and Recipe Testing
    • Product Demonstrations
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  • Culinary Education,  Personal Views

    Repurposed Leftover Food When I was a Kid

    The food wastage in that can will carry a strong, unpleasant scent that can be reminiscent of decay and fermentation and somewhat nauseating especially on hot days. I now know that heat can increase activity of bacteria and enzymes to break down the food.

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    Preserve and Flavor with Salt

    July 31, 2024

    Gochuguru

    November 24, 2023

    Traditional Mouth Freshener

    June 13, 2024
  • Culinary Education,  Personal Views

    Home Cooked Food is the Best

    You can use whole, unprocessed foods, minimizing the intake of additives, preservatives, and artificial ingredients and you have control over cooking techniques, allowing for healthier methods like steaming, baking, and grilling. Your cooking skills empower you to take charge of your own nutrition and well-being and you have the freedom to experiment with different ingredients, flavors, and cuisines, keeping meals interesting.

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    Key To Flavorful Biryani – MEAT!

    March 1, 2025

    Global Spice – Cardamoms

    July 10, 2024

    How to Fry Fryums

    July 3, 2024
  • Culinary Education,  Personal Views

    The Downsides of Online Food Ordering

    Many online ordering platforms lack options for customizing orders, such as requesting reduced salt, oil, sugar, or additional vegetables. This means consumers have limited control over the quality of the food and the ingredients being used. This can impact the overall nutritional value of the meals being delivered.

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    Red Spinach: A Colorful Twist on Nutritious Greens

    February 9, 2024

    Many Don’t Cook at Home. Why?

    October 18, 2024

    What is Chatti Soru For Me?

    July 3, 2024
  • Culinary Education,  Personal Views

    Why I like Cooking

    During my private dinners at home, the accolades, and appreciations I receive each night when the guests are leaving boosts my self-esteem and motivates me. A sense of accomplishment and expertise in the kitchen comes from successfully cooking of difficult meals or when serving large groups.

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    Black Velvet Tamarind

    July 25, 2024

    CHEFS WEARING JEWELLERY WHILE COOKING OR PREPARING FOOD!

    November 2, 2023

    I LOVE RED ONIONS

    February 12, 2024
  • Culinary Education,  Staple

    Beating Thosai Batter By Hand

    For the Tamils, thosai making is a culinary tradition that has been passed down through generations. The process of beating thosai batter by hand is not only deeply rooted in this tradition but it is also a cultural practice that connects people to their culinary roots and helps preserve the traditional way of making thosais.

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    Prepare Breadfruit for Cooking

    February 19, 2023

    Repurposed Leftover Food When I was a Kid

    October 16, 2023

    Asyura Porridge

    July 20, 2024
  • Culinary Education

    My Six Tastes Lunch Plate

    These flavours include salty, sweet, sour, spicy, bitter, and astringent. Each taste has certain traits and advantages of its own.

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    Sunny, Sprightly, Sessile Superstar!

    January 18, 2024

    Asyura Porridge

    July 20, 2024

    The Downsides of Online Food Ordering

    October 6, 2023
  • Culinary Education

    Prepare Breadfruit for Cooking

    The breadfruit is sometimes mistaken for a young jackfruit! This fruit has very thin, bumpy skin compared to the jackfruit and the flesh is white or pale yellow. The breadfruit certainly does not taste like bread.  It has a mild taste of a potato and is starchy and you can roast, bake, steam, grill, stir fry……… just like you would handle a potato.

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    Byadgi Chillies

    January 6, 2024

    Salt Mines

    June 29, 2024

    Switch to Brown Rice

    January 4, 2023
  • Culinary Education

    How to cook slime-free Lady’s Fingers?

    Many of us love the lady's fingers also known as okra.  But some cannot stand the sliminess of this favourite vegetable.  How do you get rid of the sliminess?

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    The Symbolism and Significance of Flowers in Water

    February 3, 2025

    Many Don’t Cook at Home. Why?

    October 18, 2024

    Key To Flavorful Biryani – MEAT!

    March 1, 2025
  • Culinary Education

    Homemade Peanut Butter

    Peanut butter can be incredibly healthy addition to your diet, and it is not limited to spreading on your toast or crackers.  With peanut butter, you can make good dressing for salads, use it for making cookies and cakes and even make chocolate peanut butter! 

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    Why I like Cooking

    October 3, 2023

    Traditional Mouth Freshener

    June 13, 2024

    Prepare Breadfruit for Cooking

    February 19, 2023
  • Culinary Education

    Switch to Brown Rice

    Do you agree that Asians like everything white and think that white is better, pure and rich and brown is inferior?

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    Indonesian Long Red Chilli

    December 6, 2023

    Salted Fish – Time honored delicacy

    July 25, 2024

    Why I Hand-Beat the Thosai Batter?

    February 19, 2025
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Devagi Sanmugam

As a chef, spice curator, and author of over 20 cookbooks, my life revolves around the exquisite world of food. I am deeply passionate about experiencing food in all its forms—I love to see, touch, smell, hear, and feel the ingredients that create culinary magic. Each spice tells a story, every herb evokes a memory, and the textures of food bring joy to my senses. Traveling is not just a pastime for me; it is an essential part of my journey as a culinary educator. Exploring diverse cuisines around the world allows me to expand my knowledge and understanding of food, enriching both my cooking and teaching. I revel in discovering new flavors and techniques that I can share with others, igniting their own passion for cooking. This blog is a heartfelt expression of my love for food—a platform where I can share my culinary adventures, insights, and recipes. Join me as we explore global cuisine, celebrating the beautiful and delicious experiences that food offers.

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