The Curry Cellar Blog Series

I’ve always cooked from instinct—blending the flavors I grew up with and local ingredients are on hand. Since many of my dinner guests include both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, I like to create menus with a shared base—making meal planning easier and ensuring everyone at the table feels satisfied.  For those with a spicy palate who also crave a health-conscious menu (like me), navigating trendy diet themes like Vegan, Whole30, Keto, and Paleo can be a real challenge. While my recipes may not be fully compliant, they are inspired by these diet themes with the intention of supporting a healthy lifestyle. 

Raised in India with Konkan coastal roots, and now living in Northern California, I’ve naturally begun adapting those familiar dishes to the fresh, seasonal bounty around me. My travels also add new inspirations to my recipes. 

The Konkan coast stretches along western India, covering coastal districts of Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and parts of Kerala. Konkani cuisine reflects the region’s lush tropical vegetables and fresh seafood featuring coconut and spices.

Northern Californian cuisine, especially in the San Francisco Bay Area, is rooted in fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients—drawn from the region’s abundant farms, orchards, and coastline. It’s a mosaic of global culinary influences, thoughtfully blended with health-forward sensibilities.

Northern California is also home to some of the world’s most celebrated wine regions, from the rolling hills of Sonoma to the iconic vineyards of Napa Valley. My husband, a Wine & Spirit Education Trust certified wine expert, has been on his own personal journey of learning about wines for the past two decades and curating local wines to complement my culinary creations. 

Together, we’re crafting flavorful stories that blend terroir, tradition, and shared passion. I’m so excited to share our creations and curations with you—may they bring inspiration, and delicious discovery to your table. Enjoy!