Friday, January 27, 2023
Shimla - Nava's Travelog (Part 2)
Saturday, January 21, 2023
Fake People - What Should We Do?
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Shimla - Nava's Travelog (Part 1)
Thursday, December 29, 2022
New Delhi To Shimla - Nava's Travelog
Monday, December 12, 2022
Vegetarian Devil/Debel Curry
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Vegetarian Tofu Sambal (Malaysian Style)
Now, let me usher you back to this, another precious space, like Nava's Zen, of mine. Well, its another cooking story. Basically, another food love. After all, I believe food is one of the connections for friendship and food is the love to our soul. Any kind of food for the matter and sure, we have our favorites as well. Having said that, unsure I am if this "Vegetarian Tofu Sambal" (Plant Based Masala Tofu, Mapo Tofu & Tofu Manchurian) will be a hit to your palates? Then again, even when it comes to food, lets keep our option open please.
Friday, October 21, 2022
Nyonya Prawn Sambal (Sambal Udang Nyonya)
Monday, September 26, 2022
Drumstick Egg Masala (Murungakkai Muttai Masala)
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
Sun Dried Mango Curry/Maangai Vathal Kuzhambu
Monday, August 1, 2022
Lemongrass Rice (Nasi Serai)
Friday, July 15, 2022
Balinese Fish Sambal/Sambal Ikan Bali
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Turkish Carrot Yogurt Salad/Yogurtlu Havuc Salatasi
Hi Darlings,
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Plant Based Masala Scrambled Tofu
Thursday, April 28, 2022
Indonesian Vegetarian Green Sambal Brinjal/Terung Sambal Hijau
Its been a while right, since we greeted each other? I know. So, let me begin by extending to all of you darlings, my utmost best and ultimate beautiful greetings. What have I been up to? Ah! How challenging! Trust me, it is really challenging starting a new business, from a scratch. Endless! Some days, I feel like collapsing, other days I am like a shining star. Regardless, its a meaningful profound learning curve. Indeed, so much to learn, so much of growing up, so little time for paying attention to what others, especially those who brand you, judge you, label you, and put your down, without realizing how much I have on my business plate, for keeping my business going. Hah! The society we are living in today? People who try their level best in breaking your self-confidence. Nevermind, let them be. We move on positively and don't forget, promisingly.
Sunday, March 6, 2022
Plant Based Spinach Turmeric Stir Fry (Vegetarian)
Friday, February 11, 2022
Turkish Cucumber Yogurt Salad (Cacik)
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Turkish Saffron Rice (Safranli Pilav)
Tuesday, December 28, 2021
Malaysian Cumin Rice
Monday, November 8, 2021
South African Fish Curry
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Plant Based Breakfast Platters
Looks
like I'm back in action! After a little break from this cozy corner of mine,
I'm feeling refreshed and ready to sprinkle some culinary magic today. That's
right - it's time to share some zen cooking tales with you all. Ta-da!
Alright, let's get real for a moment. While the URL (nava-k) remains the same (because who needs the hassle of buying a new one, am I right?), this space is now officially known as Nava’s Zen. Why the change, you ask? Well, it's all part of my new journey as I dive into starting my own business. Currently, it's undergoing some renovation and sprucing up, all while expanding my urban gardening efforts under the Nava’s Zen banner. But don't worry, my dear friends, I'm still here to spill the beans on all my culinary secrets.
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Vegetarian/Plant Based Bak Kut Teh: Veggie Bliss Feast
Those whispers? They came from everywhere - from my mum, my aunts, my in-laws, and even from random encounters. It seemed like everyone had the same script: an Indian woman's destiny is to be married off and become a selfless servant to her husband and kids. But you know what? Over the years, I've learned that I don't have to conform to those outdated notions. I'm breaking free and forging my own path.
Monday, July 5, 2021
Indonesian Vegetarian Red Chilli Brinjal/Terung Kampung Masak Cabe Merah (Vegetarian)
Monday, May 17, 2021
Nava’s Sambar/Nava’s Indian Dhal Curry
Thursday, April 1, 2021
Indonesian Potato Tauhu/Kentang Tauchu Indonesia (Vegetarian)
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Vietnamese Spicy Lemongrass Chicken (Ga Chien Sa Ot)
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Bok Lahong (Cambodian Green Papaya Salad)
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Urap Kangkung (Water Spinach Salad) - Vegetarian
Monday, February 15, 2021
Nava K's Palak Paneer (Spinach Indian Cottage Cheese)
Monday, January 25, 2021
Chilli Cashew Stir Fried Veggies
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Ponnanganni Keerai Poriyal (Sessile Joyweed/Dwarf Copperleaf Stir-Fry)
Savouring Mutton: Spices and All Things Nice
I've cooked mutton countless times in all sorts of styles, many of which I've come up with myself. Mixing and matching ingredients ...
-
Let's talk Sodhi - a flavorful Indian coconut stew that's a hit in many households ( RASAM ), including ours! It's like a cousin...
-
As I peer into the earthen pot , brimming with the flavorful Mochakottai Karuvadu Kulumbu, my appetite awakens. I must admit, I have a so...
-
Growing up in the government quarters of Sungei Besi , just across from the army camp, I've always felt a deep connection to Malay c...