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Papadi or No papadi?
If you grew up in a Gujarati household you know what this vegetable or beans are. Many family members outside of India love growing this...

Vaishali A. Patel
Sep 24, 20202 min read


Car Pooja - What, Why and How to bless and protect your vehicle?
Yes! Car Pooja is a thing (sometimes misspelled Puja). Many of us desi folks value and treasure our cars and being able to afford one and...

Vaishali A. Patel
Jul 16, 20203 min read


Celebrating Moon Cycles
The first time I got my period, my best friend Aditi and I were going up the stairs at school. She said to me, "I think you sat on...

Vaishali A. Patel
Jul 15, 20203 min read


Chanaa Methi nu Athaanu/Pickle
by @laviextraordinaire Loving this recipe collaboration with Pankti @laviextraordinaire. She is an amazing momma of two with a love for...

Vaishali A. Patel
Jun 26, 20202 min read


GF Bell Pepper nu Shaak
Bell Pepper Sabji Need: 2 large Green Bell Peppers 2 large Red bell peppers 2 tbsp oil (yes this one takes oil but the chanaa no lot will...

Vaishali A. Patel
May 25, 20201 min read


Gluten Free Gor Papadi
What if I tell you, Gluten Free folks can also enjoy this Gujarati Treat? . 🔆 GOR PAAPADI - Gluten Free . I grew up eating Sukhadi...

Vaishali A. Patel
May 21, 20202 min read


Vegan Desi Chai
How to make a Desi Chai Vegan! My journey with the milks in the United States has been an interesting one. I am not allergic to milk and...

Vaishali A. Patel
Apr 22, 20201 min read


Gujarati resources during Quarantine and beyond!
The year 2020 will be most remembered for the epidemic of Corona Virus - Covid 19. This lockdown and quarantined time is necessary and it...

Vaishali A. Patel
Apr 22, 20202 min read


GF Beet and Spinach Roti
This recipe is inspired the recipe from @myvegetarianroots as she introduced us to these amazing tofu and beet rotlis. . Need: For 12...

Vaishali A. Patel
Apr 17, 20201 min read


Tofu Scramble Grilled cheese
This is an easy go to recipe in our house and some days I pair it with these sweet potato fries or regular fries. . Need: For Tofu...

Vaishali A. Patel
Apr 17, 20202 min read
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