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What foods would you like to make?

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Hello dear friends,
I hope this blog finds you in a cheerful mood and peaceful surroundings. Today’s writing prompt is both delightful and thought-provoking: “What foods would you like to make?”

This question may seem simple at first glance, but when we look deeper, it is a doorway to our memories, cultures, dreams, health, and the simple joys of life. Food is more than nourishment—it’s nostalgia, love, art, and sometimes even therapy.

🌾 A Taste of Childhood

When I first read this question, my mind immediately drifted back to my childhood. The smell of dal chawal cooked in a clay stove by my mother still lingers in my memory.

She didn’t follow any fancy recipes or measurements, yet her hands worked magic.

If I could recreate one dish from the past, it would be “kadhi pakora”—her version, rich and tangy, with golden, soft pakoras soaked in yogurt-based curry.

It was always served with love and a dollop of desi ghee. The very thought fills my heart with warmth. Making that dish today would be like reviving a beautiful moment frozen in time.

🌿 Cooking as Meditation

In the hustle and bustle of life, we often eat on the go, forgetting to appreciate the process behind a well-prepared dish.

But after retirement, I discovered that cooking is a meditative act. Chopping vegetables becomes rhythmic, stirring a pot of soup feels like a dance, and garnishing a plate is like signing your name on a canvas.

One dish I’ve always wanted to master is “Thai green curry”—not just for its exotic flavor, but also for the harmony it represents. Sweet, spicy, creamy, and fresh—all coexisting peacefully.

It reminds me that life, too, is a blend of contrasts, and when balanced well, it can be truly beautiful.

🍞 The Joy of Baking

Baking is another world entirely. Precise, patient, and incredibly rewarding. There’s something magical about watching dough rise, crusts form, and chocolate melt.

I have a dream of baking the perfect banana walnut bread—moist, warm, and slightly crispy on the edges. The kind you serve with a cup of coffee while reading a good book on a rainy day.

Baking also reminds me of sharing. A cake is never just for one person. It brings people together—family, friends, even neighbors.

And in a world that sometimes feels divided, perhaps we need more cake and less debate.

🌶️ Spice of Life: Indian Cuisine

Indian food is a treasure trove of spices, stories, and soul. If I had to choose a dish to perfect, it would be “Hyderabadi biryani.” A dish so layered—flavors, textures, and history—that it feels like writing poetry with ingredients.

To make a good biryani is to understand patience, balance, and timing—qualities that also make for a good life. And of course, it brings the house alive with aroma, summoning everyone to the dining table.

🥗 Cooking for Health and Heart

At this stage of life, health becomes a priority. While we still crave indulgent foods, we also learn to appreciate lighter meals.

One dish I’ve come to admire is a quinoa salad with grilled veggies and a lemon-tahini dressing. It’s nutritious, colorful, and surprisingly satisfying.

Learning to cook healthy meals is like offering love to your future self. And isn’t that what self-care is all about?

🌍 A Culinary Adventure

If I had the chance to learn from global kitchens, I’d love to make Japanese sushi—a dish that requires precision, calmness, and respect for each element. It would challenge me, excite me, and broaden my culinary horizon.

Cooking dishes from different cultures teaches us tolerance, curiosity, and unity. After all, food is the most delicious ambassador of culture.

💬 A Final Thought

So, what foods would I like to make?

I’d like to make foods that tell stories, revive memories, nourish the body, and delight the soul. I’d like to cook for those I love, and sometimes even just for myself—because feeding oneself with love is a sacred act.

And you, dear reader—what food would you like to make? A recipe from your childhood? A dish from your travels? Or something you’ve never dared to try before?

Whatever it may be, remember that cooking is not just about technique. It’s about intention. The best food is made not just with hands, but with the heart.

So pick up that ladle, open your spice box, and get started. After all, the kitchen is not just a place—it’s a playground, a temple, a classroom, and a gallery.

BE HAPPY… BE ACTIVE… BE FOCUSED… BE ALIVE

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