Kerala-style plum cake is made with a rich caramelised sugar syrup, aromatic spices, dried fruits, and crunchy cashews. Despite its name, this festive cake contains no plums – the term comes from traditional usage where all fruit cakes were called plum cakes in Kerala.

These festive Goan kulkuls are crisp, sweet shells traditionally prepared during Christmas as part of the classic “Kuswar” platter. Made from a smooth dough of flour, butter, and coconut milk, the curls are shaped on a fork or kulkul mould, deep-fried until golden, and coated in a shiny sugar glaze. Every bite offers nostalgia, crunch, and the warmth of holiday celebrations.

Dal Tadka Rice is a classic Indian comfort food made by pairing creamy, spiced dal with aromatic jeera rice. The combination of three dals, smoky tempering, and fluffy basmati rice creates a hearty and flavourful dish that works well for lunch, dinner, or even in a lunchbox.