Lemons & Rinds

I had a hard time getting my toddler eat oatmeal. He used to like it as a baby, but now that his taste buds have matured, he dislikes the slimy texture of a classic oatmeal recipe. I tried adding some yummy things to it like butter, golden and black raisins, maple syrup, nuts, honey, brown sugar; tried changing the consistency too...but still a big NO. Maybe M&Ms??? oh no..that wont work .It wnt be breakfast than. Pancakes have always proven to be a food in disguise. Enjoy them sweet or savoury. Ground oats, All purpose flour (we love it with whole wheat flour as well), egg, buttermilk, baking soda, baking powder and a dash of vanilla essence (if sweet). And voila. They literally melt in the mouth. So is the story with savory pancakes. Potatoes, Zucchini, Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkins, you name it and they can be added to a pancake. At Lemons and Rinds, I am offering this Breakfast or Brunch Party Menu. It is simple food, to be enjoyed at the earlies...

It is the simplest and the most elegant of all the menus for a short tea and snack get togather. I had invited a few friends today for a Chai-Time. It involved having kids also. Honestly, I did some research for what would be the best suitable pairing with Indian Tea or Masala Chai. I could find pairings with the "English Tea", but not Chai. Also, there isnt much written or focused literature about the Indian afternoon teatime pairing. Why? I thought of going back to the basics, and favour the most precious food item the English left back in India...Sandwiches!!! I turned up the volume with some Maharashtrian style coriander-coconut chutney, our very own "Amul" Butter and English Cucumber. I also made some super easy Chocolate Scones, and Indian Tea (with ginger and cardamom). A dear friend of mine brought in some Pasta too for the kids. It was amazing since she had a added in a generous amount of Oregano to it. Our little ones devoured it! All in all, a great tea...