Eating Well
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Ramp Foraging 101
Something we look forward to every spring is foraging for ramps, a delightful and pleasantly pungent variety of wild allium. Ramps are actually one of the first edibles of the year, making them a welcomed site after a long winter in Connecticut. In essence, they are a symbol of rejuvenation and a reminder of the…
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A Soup to Soothe Spring Allergies
As some of us know all too well, the splendor of spring can be dampened by draining allergies. This cleansing daikon radish soup is a wonderful antidote to soothe spring allergies and counter seasonal congestion and scratchy throat. Plus, it’s very easy to make!
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How to make Delicious Miso Dressing
A few years ago, a friend inspired me to try my hand at making miso dressing. Not only did I discover a delicious and healthy way to dress up my veggies, but I also fell in love with this Japanese fermented soybean paste. Miso has since become a staple in my kitchen.
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Wei’s Digestive Spice Blend
One of my favorite spice blends to uplift a pot of noodles or rice is the Japanese spice powder called shichimi togarashi. Being a lover of DIY kitchen projects, I decided to make my own adaptation of this digestive spice blend with an Arogya touch. Not only does this blend bring an added dimension of…
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Hollyhock Dressing Recipe
I recently returned from a 9-day meditation retreat at Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA. It was a wonderful opportunity to tune in, slow down, observe the nature of the mind, and cultivate mindfulness and compassion. Each day involved a schedule of alternating periods of walking and sitting mediation, mediation instruction, qigong, a dharma talk,…
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Scrumptious Chai Almonds
I’m a big fan of delicious protein-rich snacks that travel well. With this in mind, I recently created this recipe for roasted chai tea infused almonds. These wholesome nuts have a touch of caffeine and a little sweetness, making them a delightful afternoon pick-me-up.
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Savory Lapsang Souchong Tofu
Infusing tofu with the complex flavor of lapsang souchong tea is a delightful way to dress up vegetarian protein. As always, we invite you to be creative in the kitchen. This simple recipe can be elaborated upon by adding a little maple syrup, scallions, or garlic.
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Baked Mochi – A Delightful Snack!
We have a new favorite snack at Arogya: baked brown rice mochi topped off with a bit of raw honey and sesame seeds. This warm delight is a perfect compliment to a hot cup of tea, especially in the dead of winter.
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Aunt Gayathri’s Ragi Roti
During my most recent trip to South India this January, I had the privilege of spending time with my dear friend Gayathri Muralidhar and her family. I met Gayathri in 2006, when I visited Myosre, Karnataka for the first time. In the years since, Gayathri has become like an aunt to me, and her house a second…
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Overnight Raw Muesli Recipe
I recently returned from a trip to central Brazil, far from the rain forest, and days from the beach, in a savannah-like region known for its national park, hundreds of waterfalls and quartz crystal deposits. There’s nothing like escaping the cold of winter to a warm climate! Though it was challenging to leave behind the…