For the love of food and travel

There’s just something about a good casserole that feels like home. Even when the summer sun is blazing and the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven, I still find myself reaching for those easy, one-pot wonders. Because let’s be honest—when cheesy chicken is involved, convenience and comfort win every time. It’s the kind of dish that makes weeknights simpler, leftovers tastier, and family dinners a whole lot happier. A chicken casserole is essentially a casserole made with chicken as the main ingredient. It is one of the most popular casseroles and prepared almost everywhere in the world. Cooked in the traditional casserole dish, chicken casseroles have a slightly crusty top with a soft and easy-to-slice centre. Casseroles come in many forms—think hotpot, shepherd’s pie, lasagna, or ragout. In Britain, you’ll often hear them simply called a “bake.” The French are often credited as being the inventors of the casserole, both the dish as well as the baking tray. Chicken cassero...

At my home, we love potato wedges. Whenever we’re out, we always order an extra plate because the kids can’t get enough of them. The good news is they’re easy to make at home too! Here, I’m sharing a baked version that’s simple, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. Potato wedges are thick slices of potato, often left unpeeled, that can be baked or fried to golden perfection. Unlike French fries, they have a heartier texture and are commonly found in diners and fast-food restaurants. Known in some places as “jojos” or “oven-baked fries,” these wedges pair wonderfully with dips like ketchup, ranch, or honey mustard. They’re typically seasoned with a mix of spices—paprika, salt, and pepper being the most popular—for a flavourful, crispy bite every time. Did you know that the humble potato is the world’s most important non-cereal crop, ranking just behind corn, wheat, and rice overall? The name itself comes from the Spanish word patata , and over time, potatoes have picked up nickn...

Crème Caramel is one of those timeless desserts that never goes out of style. Elegant yet comforting, it has been enjoyed for generations and remains a favorite across the globe. Depending on where you are, you might hear it called custard pudding, caramel custard, or even leche flan—but no matter the name, its silky texture and rich caramel topping make it unforgettable. Crème caramel’, when translated from French, literally means ‘caramel cream’. While crème caramel is thought by many to be a French dessert, the country of its origin is disputable, as Spain and England also suggest that the dessert originated in their own country. As for when it made its first appearance in India, nobody’s quite sure. The prevailing theory is that it gained prominence in India during the British Raj and then grew to be a staple of several communities. In Anglo-Indian, Mangalorean, Goan, Kerala and Parsi homes across the country, it’s still considered a staple dessert dish to be rolled ou...

When the chill of winter sets in and you’re craving something hearty, Shepherd’s Pie is the perfect answer. Made with simple, everyday ingredients, it comes together quickly and delivers all the warmth and comfort you need. It’s the ideal dish for those cozy, lazy evenings when you want something satisfying without too much effort. Shepherd’s pie is a common and inexpensive British dish originating from the sheep country in Scotland and northern England. It is a baked meat pie made with minced lamb and topped with a thick layer of mashed potatoes. Although the dish is sometimes called cottage pie, that name is usually given to a version featuring beef. The name "cottage pie" was first used at the end of the 18th century. It was around that time that the poorer people of Britain, people who lived in cottages in the country, started using potatoes as an everyday food. It is thought that peasant housewives invented the pies as a way of repackaging leftovers from the Sunday roa...