We're in the RNZ Cookbook! September 27, 2026Jayshri GandaMum and I are featured in The RNZ Cookbook, a treasury of 180 recipes from New Zealand's best-known chefs and food writers. Here's how Mum's Gujarati home cooking came to...
Two World Awards for New Zealand: A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That Named Best of the Best September 24, 2026Jayshri GandaOur Gujarati cookbook represented New Zealand at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards, "The Oscars of Food Awards", and was named Best of the Best in the Awards' 30th anniversary year.
5 Benefits of Cooking with Fresh Spices August 6, 2023Jayshri GandaAre you looking to improve your health and add more flavour to your meals? If so, then you should start cooking with fresh spices! Here are five benefits of using...
How to make your own gluten-free rotli July 1, 2023Jayshri GandaRotli is a Gujarati flatbread that is made with rice flour, tapioca flour, and a little salt. It is popular in India and Nepal, and is often eaten as part...
What is Bitter gourd, bitter melon (Karela) July 1, 2023Jayshri GandaGujarati Karela; Bitter gourd, also known as bitter melon, is a fruit that is widely used in Asian cuisine. It has a variety of health benefits, including being a good source...
How to cook a classic Indian meal for your Gujarati in-laws March 20, 2023Jayshri GandaWhen cooking for Gujarati in-laws, it's important to remember that they have a specific dietary tradition. Most Gujarati meals consist of vegetarian dishes, with a small amount of meat or...
