Strawberry Soft Serve — three ingredient, less than 5-minute ice cream!

This is one of those long, long pending posts. It has been in my drafts since the beginning of summer. And finally sees light in fall.

Feel like some ice cream to embrace fall?

I scream. Ice scream. Nah, nah, it's, i c e  c r e a m …lol

Anti-Aging Mixed Berry Smoothie

Glasses and jars and bottles overflowing with cool smoothies and shakes and juices. This is what summer feels like.

Oh joy.

Strawberry Mache Salad with Poppy Seed Vinaigrette and Almond Brittle

Ever tried strawberry with greens? Simply ahh-mazing!

Juicy strawberries, tender greens, kiwifruit, and goji berries with poppy seed vinaigrette. It’s dessert on your plate. Yea, right.

And the proverbial icing on the cake? Almond brittle!

Strawberry Jam with Redcurrant

Everything seems to be going on a little slower pace. And yes, I’ve been infinitely slow with updates. Except here.

The exciting news is, I’ve finally—yes finally—upgraded from a point and shoot camera to a DSLR—oh joy! Yes, after twenty-five amazing months of indulging in food photography and styling with a P&S, I’m now the proud owner of a SLR. 

About time, huh?

Eggless Strawberry Melting Moments—melt-in-your mouth sandwich cookies for the holiday season

October whirled by quickly, and can hardly believe it is November. 

Sweet, sweet November with its brisk freshness and excitement of utterly lovely things—cool nights with cozy cashmeres and warm woolen blankets, strong cups of chai in the morning, and many memorable evening with scented candles and the intoxicating fragrance of fresh roses.

Strawberry Crumble — a bit tart, a bit sweet, a bit warm, a bit cold

….and a whole lot delicious!

We are talking baked strawberries. Warm, bubbling berries topped with sweet, crunchy crumble. With sticky, ruby juices oozing out, ahhh. And graced by a generous scoop of soft melting vanilla ice cream. Oh boy!

It’s so easy to make and pretty darn good. A warm, rustic dessert with notes of vanilla, cinnamon and caramelized sugar. Yummy.

Berry Ice Cubes with Yoghurt Froth

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Do you find the shift of season magical? I do.

A few days back it was winter and cold, and suddenly this week, spring—the feast of blossom—is in the air. 

It is not that I don’t enjoy winter, mind you. In fact I love winter season. Especially the winter months in Qatar. But, it is always a welcome change when spring is here. 

Strawberry Banana Frosty Smoothie

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Isn't is truly awesome that smoothies can be prepared in mere second—at the same time they are temptingly delicious and refreshingly healthy? Oh yes, simple, fresh and health. 

Its luxurious taste, especially if served with a scoop of ice cream, will leave the kids clamoring for more. And what better way to include the recommended daily five portions of fruits and veggies in your diet, huh?

Chocolate-dipped Strawberries

Gee, it’s Valentine’s. Already.

Love is in the air and it’s time to create your very own Valentine magic, in the spirit of loving. Be the loving person that you are, and make your extra special gift. Something that’s simple yet emits class, looks top-notch and tastes fabulous — goody! With just two ingredients: strawberries and chocolate. Melt the chocolate, dip the luscious heart shaped berries, and spice it up with love. Yes, what better gift this Valentine than making these yummy bites of sweetness? Made at home, made by you, with plenty of love!

Strawberry Apple Cooler

It is a beautiful winter morning in Doha.

Here’s a simple recipe for a refreshing, vitamin and mineral packed breakfast in a glass. Put the ingredients in a blender, whizz it up, and enjoy your nutritious juice!

Strawberry Rice Pudding — ultimate comfort food

A few weeks into the New Year, with winter still lingering, who can resist rice pudding? Not me! 

Frankly, rice pudding (kheer, firni or payasam) ranks high on my list of comfort food. Its delicious creamy texture is a total seller—be it winter, spring or summer. There’s no special time to eat too.

Berry Blast — delicious powerhouse of antioxidants

Smoothies are a great way to sneak some restorative fruits and vegetables into your diet. Not to mention, a deliciously healthy way to get your fill of energy from breakfast to bedtime. 

No-bake Cheesecake

Aha! Something sweet for the soul! Desserts are my weakness. I mean real, real weakness. From luscious cake indulgence to luxurious ice creams, with or without a meal, I’m game for almost anything sweet. 



Personally, I think a beautiful cake adds zest to any celebration. I made these cheesecakes to get into the festive mood. This easy to prepare, no-bake cheesecake, takes the stress out of baking a classic version. Trust me. The crunchiness of the biscuits works beautifully with the delicious melt in the mouth creamy texture. Come on, wow your family and friends at your next get-together by serving this on its own as a treat, or as a dessert to end the meal.