Chef Hari Nayak's Blog

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Bleed Blue

So the weather is finally warming up as is the race to the finals in World Cup Cricket! This weekend we have the India vs Zimbabwe match and instead of holding on to the edge of my seat and praying for India to win, I am looking forward to putting up my feet and...

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The Big Diwali Reveal

I am obviously excited about Diwali and I hope you are counting down to it as well!  I am planning the menu for my Diwali party next week and like every year, it will feature my special coconut fudge. It is such a big hit among both adults and kids that I have not...

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GRILLED NAAN PIZZA

                      Firing up the grill this weekend to celebrate Memorial Day? Try a new recipe, be creative and impress your friends and family with my spiced up grilled naan pizza flavored with topped with...

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Butter Nut Squash & Apple Soup with Indian Spices

              Butter Nut Squash & Apple Soup with Indian Spices 2 lbs (1 kg) butternut squash, peeled and diced 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 small onion, chopped ½ teaspoon fennel seeds 2 garlic cloves smashed 1 2-inch piece...

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The Versatile Corn

Celebrate summer with corn’s delicious goodness and treat to be enjoyed at any meal. The versatile sweet corn can be used in everything from simple corn on the cob, corn cocktails, salads, corn bread, grits, salsa, polenta, soups, popcorn and even ice cream!. Here are...

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Indian Inspired Summer Grilling

Summer is here !! Try something different this summer. Create an Indian inspired Salad to go with all your grilled meats. Eat Healthy and Happy Grilling!                                ...

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Grab and Go Lunches Full of Flavor

Take time to make yourself or your family home made lunches to go. It is a perfect way to keep your nutritional intake high and a very healthy habit to develop. Pack a home made lunch and surprise your better half - a perfect way to show how much u care for your...

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Holiday Treats – Saffron Yogurt Loaf

I have a nostalgic fondness for this yellow slab of soft goodness flavored with Kashmiri saffron. The cake we call chai cake at home, perfect with hot cup of masala tea "chai" Orange and Saffron Yogurt Loaf MAKES 1 LOAF 3 oranges ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons plain whole...

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