An Indian Parenting & Food Blog by Dr. Mansi Bajaj Malik !
It's our first birthday today and I had planned so many things that I would like to do when Friday Night Column turns One . But thanks to a hectic work schedule, fluctuating availability of house help and a conference last weekend , I have no special preparations for today . Not that I am... Continue Reading →
Quiche is a french open savoury tart , usually a pastry crust filled a custard of eggs, milk , cheese and vegetables/meat. Though traditionally served in a crust, here is a simple recipe without the usual pie crust (and hence , way less work) yet similar mouth watering results. I have used commercially available pizza... Continue Reading →
Zucchini Noodles or Zoodles are strands of zucchini in the shape of noodles. They are the perfect gluten-free, flourless substitute for pasta. They are not just a great way to replace the unhealthy noodles from your child's meal but also a delicious way to feed them vegetables. For the ones trying to lose weight, Zoodles... Continue Reading →
While watching Masters of Taste with Gary Mehigan on Fox Life , I was intrigued by Michelin starred chef Atul Kochhar's idea of Chicken Tikka in the form of a pie. Here I have tried my own version of 'Chicken Tikka Masala Pie' using a double layered pie crust with a saucy filling of shredded... Continue Reading →
Here is a quick and healthy breakfast or evening snack recipe for the family. I specially recommend it for toddlers and older kids as it is packed with the goodness of spinach . Made with Rava / Suji , these Idlis are delicious and nutritious. Spinach Rava Idli | Breakfast | Snack | Toddler Meal... Continue Reading →
Always in a hurry like me ? Here is a yummy, scrumptious , delicious yet nutritious breakfast or evening snack option for the whole family , especially for kids / toddlers above 1 year . I am always looking for ways to incorporate bananas in my kids' meal as it is a complete nutrition dense... Continue Reading →
This Women's Day pledge to be uniquely You. Do not let definitions of old world fairytales or new school 'progressive' thought confuse you . Neither you require a prince in shining armour to live your dreams nor you need to shun your soulmate to be a feminist. Neither you have to succumb to society and... Continue Reading →
Just when you think you have all your cards sorted, your plans in order , just then , at that very moment, life throws you a googly. In the month of March 2016, my husband and I : being the meticulous travelers and planners that we are, had pre-booked a thorough 10 day trip to... Continue Reading →
Hi fellow mommies, If you are connected with me on my parenting journey via Friday Night Column , you must be knowing that as a working mother of toddler twins , I plan my babies' weekly meal plan in advance for a hassle free week. In the last 5 months I have shared 20 weeks... Continue Reading →
