If you're planning a Christmas party or family get-together, preparations must be in full swing. My family celebrates the festival with great gusto every year. So we know well the busy days and ...

Beautiful beaches, lush greenery, fascinating nightlife and lip-smacking food, these are a few words that describe Goa at its best. From its capital Panaji to several beaches and markets, you will ...

1. Heat oil in a wide skillet over medium-high. When oil is wavy, add shallots and fry until lightly browned, about 2 minutes ...

It's time to bring out your earthenware and clay pots, don the apron and get cooking! Photograph: Premshree Pillai/Creative Commons Food aromas can be extraordinarily evocative and bring back memories ...

Nicknamed by a friend as the “Kenyan farmer,” Joe Fernandes did grow up in Kenya, but his family is originally from the state of Goa in India. As he explained, Goa is the smallest state in India and ...

Tangy kokam flavour and grated coconut beautifully blend with fresh prawns to create this comforting prawn curry. It drives away winter blues by putting you in a siesta mode. Let's call it 'susegado' ...

I love the Goan pork curry at Badmaash. It haunts me with its complex, sweet-savory, meaty depth. I’ve requested a doggie bag even when there’s only been an ounce of sauce leftover, the dish is so ...

Desserts are almost always worth that extra prep time. Goan desserts, too, can make for fulfilling treats, despite the somewhat arduous process. Most sweet delicacies from the region rely on signature ...

We continue our special series on traditional Christmas recipes from Christian communities around India. Ivan Crasto offers his family’s recipe for Goan semolina cake and Chocolate Fudge. ALSO SEE ...