Straight from my kitchen, here's the latest recipe to make its way onto the blog. As always, it's rooted in Indian flavors, easy to make, and perfect for sharing around your table. Tomato Kanda Koshimbir Grab the recipe A simple salad with juicy ripe tomatoes, sweet red onions, fresh herbs and crunchy roasted peanuts. With no cooking and just a little chopping and tossing, this is the kind of salad that comes together almost effortlessly. Serve it with Indian meals, grilled meats or fish for...
4 days ago • 2 min read
Straight from my kitchen, here's the latest recipe to make its way onto the blog. As always, it's rooted in Indian flavors, easy to make, and perfect for sharing around your table. Batatyacha Kachrya with Leeks (Spiced Potato & Leek Stir Fry) Grab the recipe A comforting potato and leek stir fry made with simple Indian pantry spices and ready in about 20 minutes. This everyday vegetable dish combines familiar flavors with a thoughtful ingredient swap for a fresh take on a classic preparation....
18 days ago • 2 min read
My kitchen may be where recipes come to life, but travel is where so many of them begin. Here's my latest adventure filled with incredible food, beautiful places, and the moments that inspired me along the way. Eating My Way Through The French Riviera Explore the guide The French Riviera is known for its glamorous coastline, but I discovered something even more memorable: the food. The charming cafés, local flavors, hidden gems tucked into winding streets and unforgettable memories along the...
30 days ago • 2 min read
Straight from my kitchen, here's the latest recipe to make its way onto the blog. As always, it's rooted in Indian flavors, easy to make, and perfect for sharing around your table. Khamang Kakdi with Kairee Grab the recipe A refreshing Maharashtrian cucumber salad made with tart green mango, fresh coconut, and roasted peanuts. Ready in just 15 minutes, this seasonal raita or koshimbir brings together tangy, sweet, spicy, and nutty flavors for a vibrant summer side dish thats a perfect side...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hi there, If you joined the newsletter over the past few months, you may have signed up while I was still getting all the ingredients of this newsletter mixed together, so I wanted to take a moment to properly introduce myself. I am Vasanti, the creator behind Signature Concoctions. I am currently based in the Bay Area in California, where most of my cooking today happens, but my food story really began in Pune, in India, where I grew up surrounded by bold, home-cooked flavors. I started this...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello, It's been a few months since my last newsletter, and I'm happy to be back in your inbox. Whether you've been here for a while or just recently joined, I'm so glad you're part of this community. I have plenty of delicious recipes and stories to share in the months ahead, and I'm excited to bring you along. In the meantime, I’d love for you to check out my latest concoction below. I hope you enjoy it. Grilled Cabbage Salad with Spiced Peanut Dressing Grab the recipe Smoky grilled cabbage...
2 months ago • 2 min read