Lemme tell you something about the what I like to do. Anything and everything creative. Baking has become my passion after years of trying things from ‘scratch’, and I find cooking helps me unwind. I like to substitute and experiment for the simple reason that a couple of years ago we didnt get very many ingredients here in India. I like all cuisines…be it Indian, Italian, Fusion Cooking,Mexican…whatever. Just like to keep it simple and not too overpowering on taste.
Half the battle is won if the presentation is good. You should see my son sniff his way to the kitchen, and check out the ingredients and ‘the look’. He then declares that he loves whatever is coming his way. As for my daughter….she just HAS to be absolutely the FIRST one to taste whatever pops out of the oven. Thank heavens for them…without them I wouldn’t have come this far! I am also crazy enough to make almost everything at home, to prevent preservatives, and ensure that the kids get fresh, healthy and delicious things to devour. I think I caught this bug from my Home Science teacher, Mrs Nair, in school in Delhi. I shall never forget those mad days in the lab in CJM!!