South India has undoubtedly given us delicacies that have become a part of households across the country. The simple and delicious dishes have a lot to offer. Whether they are easy to make or complex, ...

Appams are a staple in south Indian cuisine and one can find a lot of it in on the streets of Kerala. When we speak of Indian street food, the first thing that comes to our mind is chaat, paapdi, ...

Made from a batter of fermented rice, coconut and yeast, these traditional Southern Indian pancakes are light and crisp. Although usually savoury, these are a sweet version that is a fun dessert or ...

Leela Mathew says she feels emotional every time she makes the pesaha appam on Maundy Thursday. “It reminds me of my ammachi (mother),” says Leela over a call from Baltimore. She left for the US in ...

Paal appam,or hoppers is a popular Kerala preparation, introduced by Syrian Christians Ingredients 300gms raw rice (white) 25gms rice flakes (white) 250ml coconut water (optional) 200gms tender ...

A crispy fried 'Ethakka appam' and a hot cup of tea is a delight A crispy fried ethakka appam and a hot cup of tea. No further explanation is required for this all-season favourite snack of Malayalis ...

If you’ve eaten appam with stew for breakfast or had it during a family meal, you know how light and tasty it feels. Now, imagine something close to it; but from another country. That’s apem. This ...

As with all things food, each region and Christian denomination in Kerala has its own flavours for Lent. What is common is the simple food that is usually served on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday ...