I’ve discovered the best souvenir! One the best experiences while traveling is getting to enjoy new and different cuisines, but what’s even better than just eating the food? Bringing home the ability to recreate it! South Indian is a favorite for me, with its flavorful spices and chutneys, rice and lentil based pancakes and fritters, … Continue reading The best souvenir of all
Tag: Chennai
Feast for the eyes
What to do on my last morning in Chennai? Lounge around hotel or get out and explore?! You guessed it. I took a second tour with a company called Story Trails, this time exploring the bazaar / market in an area called Georgetown. I don’t often do tours, but being solo, this was a good … Continue reading Feast for the eyes
All hail the dosa!
I must make a confession: I am addicted to dosa. The South Indian crepe-like pancake made with fermented batter of rice and lentils is nicely browned and crispy on one side with small air bubbles in the batter on the other. It is commonly eaten for breakfast served with a variety of chutneys, and sambar, … Continue reading All hail the dosa!
The Daily Symphony
It’s hot. And dirty. And often less than sweet-smelling. But I am still drawn to this short daily walk between the hotel and office. Maybe because it’s the only time of day I actually get outside during the work week. Or I need a little exercise to work off the giant breakfast I just ate. … Continue reading The Daily Symphony
