Nimi's Culinary Ventures

A scoop of vanilla with Chocolate nd Coffee..

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 06:22:35 PST

Here in Munnar the winter is on its way with misty evenings and quite chill nights.So how have all of u been?Although 6 days late I really wanted to post in this months Sweet punch.If you love...

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Kozhukkatai Payasam/Steamed rice dumpling Kheer to sweeten any day!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 05:53:34 PST

Hi Foodies..how have u all been?Its been long since I have been planning to put up this post.For every auspicious day after a wholesome meal payasam is a total must.Payasam /Kheer is a...

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Irumban Puli achar/ Bilimbi Pickle

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:55:35 PDT

I simply love Bilimbis..the thought of these green wonders can really sink a titanic in my mouth.Last month I was at my home for a marriage and I got to taste some of these green beauties...

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A Birthday note Buttered with Badami Chicken and Puffy Baturas!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 06:23:45 PDT

This year's birthday was a very very special one to me with my best buddies.Thank u guys for all your sweet wishes through FB.Luv u my TMS pals for giving me a special birthday wish and as part of...

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Buttery Croissants ..perfect with your morning Coffee!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 08:36:33 PDT

Croissants have always fascinated me..there were times when I used to think that if I would ever be able to make them at home.This flaky buttery beauty is quite time consuming ..but you are sure to...

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Kappa Varuthathu /Tapioca Chips with shots of Onam!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:44:29 PDT

"maveli nadu vaneedum kalam,manusharellarum onnupole amodhathode vasikkum kalam apathangarkkumottillathanum kallavum illa chathiyumilla ellolamilla polivachanam kallapparayum...

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Fishy ..Fish Samosas

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 05:16:57 PDT

I have been quite busy for the past two weeks with my younger one having one of those nasty viral fever.He's recovering slowly .Its today that I sat back to type out one of my best recipes.This is...

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Vendakka(Okra) Curry and a Giveaway!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:20:15 PDT

The best part after two months of heavy rain is when you see the sun smiling down on you.Clear blue skies and everything so green green..Hmm..by the way green reminds me of Okra.Yes today I have got...

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Fruity choco muffins with a punch!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 21:45:56 PDT

Hi foodies..I'm back after my holiday break.July has been a month with heavy rains in Munnar.The holidays fly by with ease and I'm all over again in my busy bee schedule. Today's post...

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Mini Aloo Bondas for the monsoon!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 10:04:19 PDT

The rains have started pouring out here..June and July being the monsoon months in Munnar. I really hate goin out when there are showers in Munnar. Some hot chocolate for the kids and tea for us are...

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Luv u..Brownies!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 09:30:06 PDT

I bet there might be very few who might not crave for brownies.Me and my choco freak kiddos are all huge fans of the brownie family.This is one recipe that never fails to pop in my kitchen...

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Khara Biscuits for ICC!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 03:03:06 PDT

I'm so happy that Srivalli chose Khara biscuits of Iyengar bakery(Karnataka special) as this months ICC.If you are looking for something to munch of with a hot cup of tea when its raining..this...

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Rava-ulli vada and Kadalaparippu chammanthi..with a sip of tea!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:01:47 PDT

Its quite some time since I put up my posts frequently...its been quite a busy week for me with my kids.My younger one has got his attack of flu as it has started raining here.As every kid...

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Chicken Donuts for snack time!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 02:04:12 PDT

When the holidays wind up and kiddos are off to school the four 'O' clock menu gets up on the hit list.Feeding them with snacks at times really gets on my nerves...with a variety every day...:S This...

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Mutton Roast..with Easter Wishes!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 10:02:14 PDT

Happy Easter to everyone of u! I hope u all must be enjoyin urselves.. Well my news here is that it was our wedding anniversary yesterday..hmm..its been 8 years nw..For a change my hus...

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Aloo Mutter an impeccable delight!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 10:12:13 PDT

Aloo Mutter is a dish that my hus always craves for rotis/chapathis..This lovely combi of potatoes and peas really kicks up your taste buds.. Heres the recipe ALOO MUTTER 3 large potatoes...

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Suruttai Poli the "sweet rolls " for ICC!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 10:30:48 PDT

It was after Srivalli's post that I was quite poppin out this wonderful snack.Thanks to Nithya for choosing such a wonderful recipe.This simple yet yummy snack has been a big hit with the...

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Wheat Almond Cookies for this months Sweet Punch!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:47:02 PST

This months punch ..Wheat Almond Cookies.. was chosen by Ria from Manjula's Kitchen .If you are in a mood to bake out cookies super quick and simple this is the best recipe.My modifications to...

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Paneer Butter Masala..to butter your senses!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 09:11:14 PST

Paneer curries are quite a fav with my kids.Last day when I made Paneer Butter masala for them,Surjeeth was planning a photo shoot with the curry..while my little one was all tears thinkin that my...

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A creamy and crunchy treat for this months DB!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 09:47:56 PST

This months DB was quite a yummy challenge ..thanks to Mallory of Sofa In the Kitchen.The month of Feb has been quite tiring after my sons birthday, they were both infected by chicken pox.So I was...

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A bite of the Marbled Loaf !

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 04:25:29 PST

This year I have actually missed my blogging to a great extend.I'm trying to patch up... :) Marble cakes and checkerboard cakes have always been my favs..Heres a recipe from Dorie Greenspan 's...

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A cake to kick start the new year!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 06:38:37 PST

Hii... Hope u all rocked this years New year celebrations! This cake was for the our family get together.The kids had a blast ... The white snow cake was chocolate devil cake with marshmallow...

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Christmas n Cakes!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 05:12:44 PST

Wish you all A Merry Christmas, May the Joys of the season Fill your heart with goodwill and cheer. May the chimes of Christmas glory Add up more shine and spread Smiles across the...

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Kashmiri Dum Aloo for ICC!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 10:08:44 PST

Dum Aloo has been one of my favs for a long time and this month when Srivalli and Lataji chose it as this months challenge..I was quite looking forth to it.Tandoori Naans was my combi with this...

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A bite into an Apple Crostata for this months DB!

noreply@blogger.com (Nimi SunilKumar) — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 07:26:07 PST

Its been quite sometime since I had joined the Daring Bakers..but somethin or the other would pop up when I get ready to post .Well this time at least I wanted to complete my challenge.This months...

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