Monica Bhide

SOunds nice.. what sort of food do they serve... what have you eaten there that you enjoyed.. what about the service appealed to you.. am I being a pain? Tell me more!!!!! please..

My hubby and I will be celebrating our tenth wedding anniversary this summer.. Since it is a milestone anniversary, I wanted to make it special... any suggestions? We are not particular on cuisine.. we love food.. looking more for a place with impeccable service, romatic atmosphere.... you know.. a place we will get pampered MOnica

I was being polite... Simon

Anil, come on over!!!!! We are ready to PARTY desi style.... we have food, drink and a bunch of crazy friends over (my hubby claims our friends list reads like the UN roster!) I wonder about the outcome....

I am taking bets now Regardless I think I am feeding 30 people on Sunday!!!

Beer at 2 AM EST ? Is there a better time This Sunday it is an early mornng match and I am still getting requets for lots of cold beer.. go figure!!

We are having a large crowd this time, so I am making, Naanazzas -- Naan Pizza's. I learnt how to make them this time when I was home.. you can make it with a Pizza base too. Mine are topped with Butter chicken pieces and Khatta Paneer pieces. On the side we will have Chaat Masala Popcorn, lots of beer and a bunch of crazy Indians

I like Bombay Bistro as well. We are trying Bombay Tandoor. will report back tomorrow.

More on Saraswati.. interesting read: http://www.hvk.org/articles/0501/6.html

Indiachef... thanks for your sweet response. I was in Delhi a few months ago and the vendor served me ganga jamuna saraswai.. mix of sweet lime, orange and pineapple... it was a hoot!

i thougth ganga jamuna was orange juice and pineapple juice.. am I wrong?

Yes, Christine Cushing LIVE and Good Morning Toronto (or Breakfast TV toronto.. I think ) and I did some work on Canada AM

Welcome IndiaChef! Are you a professional chef? Looking forward to your posts

I have done a few cooking shows, Food Network, some local Canadian shows and now am getting ready for one in DC. They are SO MUCH fun.. you never know who you will run into in the dressing room!!!!

Mr. Bittman is right, ajwain is often described as tasting like THYME with an astringent edge Hope that helps

The AWESOME CHef Thomas. In 2002, Thomas was named one of "America's Best New Chefs" by Food & Wine magazine. I have had his cooking...he makes the food taste amazing. His meats melt in your mouth. the desserts are divine. I am not a food critic .. but I think you get the picture

I would add Maya Kaimal to that list and Raghavan Iyer

http://www.boston.com/dailyglobe2/064/food...la_India+.shtml

Lets see there is Suvir and then oh yes Suvir and then ... I forget How are you doing my friend? The book is on its way to you now..

Nice.. I was looking for exactly something like this. May I quote you? I can say Indiagirl or if you wnat to PM me your name, I can use that as well... and thanks for taking the time

Great piece Janet.. you roommate sounds a lot like my sis, when she was learning to cook...now she is quite good! Look forward to reading more of your work Monica

Thai cuisine is one of my favorites.. really nice article..thanks

I am looking for some help on an article I am working on. I would love to hear your tips/hints/secrets when you are planning an Indian dinner. What are some of the tips for other cuisines that can be used here? I would appreciate any help Thanks!!

Thank you, interesting stuff. Raji's article made me even think about trying it.. but not sure yet.. a bit to exotic even for me Thanks for the informative post

Welcome Prasad.. do share the recipe. I would love to try it out