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Friday, November 30, 2012

The Bengali Five Spice Chronicles Cookbook Giveaway, WW, 12/12

Bengali Five Spice Cookbook Winter has set in.

When that happens The Zoo hungers for a taste of something exotic, something filled with spice and wonder. It makes the sub-zero temperatures and shovelling that awaits us melt away.

In turn, I couldn't have been more excited to see my copy of "The Bengali Five Spice Chronicles" cookbook in my mailbox!

This book is more than just a cookbook. It takes you on a journey into the life of a Bengali kitchen, the tools and spice blends used, and the different cooking methods that make Bengali cuisine unique.

The author, Rinku Bhattacharya has added a touching glimpse into her life by sharing tidbits from her own history including a photo of her late father. The book's dedication; to the past, present and future really resonates with me.

With additional excerpts within each chapter such as "Widowhood and Influences on Bengali Cooking" and "Fishing for Love" you will always have something extra to read about while the inviting aromas fill your home with warmth.

There are so many great receipes that I've just touched the surface. The ones I have perused have me intrigued for sure. With over 20 recipes in the Rice and Bread chapter alone (over 180 recipes in the book overall), there are sure to be many to choose from.

I'm looking forward to cooking up something delicious in the coming days, which I'll share with all of you. Just the photos and story, not the food, unfortunately! In the meantime,

Enter to WIN a copy of Your Own!

Connect with Rinku via her Website, Facebook and Twitter.

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Prize: One copy of "The Bengali Five Spice Chronicles" Cookbook authored by Rinku Bhattacharya.
Eligibility: WORLDWIDE (where the publisher ships).
Duration: The contest will run from Friday, November 30 until Wednesday, December 12, 2012, inclusive.
Shipping: Included in the prize.
Entry Method: Rafflecopter Form.
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59 comments:

  1. AnonymousNovember 30, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    Chickpea Flour Flatbreads with Cumin and Onions
    Jan

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  2. spikeNovember 30, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    Chapli Kababs

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  3. pippiroseNovember 30, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    Shredded Chicken with Cilantro, Lime, Tomato and Bell Pepper

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  4. deanna_boocockNovember 30, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    would love to try the Chapli Kababs – Flat and Spicy Ground Chicken Kababs

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  5. ReneNovember 30, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    I remember Burfi from my early days growing up in a multicultural neighbourhood. I would like to try the Besan Burfi for Diwali!

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  6. MerNovember 30, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    All of it looks yummy, and I love learning to use new to me spices. I think I'd start with the roasted eggplant as it's a familiar food prepared in a different way.

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  7. AddibraeNovember 30, 2012 at 11:40 PM

    I'd like to try the Lentil, Rice and Bay Scallop Pilaf with Spinach

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  8. kmcgrew213December 1, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    Emily’s Red Wine and Sweet Sausage Pasta

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  9. gibberishDecember 1, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    I'd like to try the Chapli Kababs – Flat and Spicy Ground Chicken Kababs.
    My rafflecopter name is Julie G.

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  10. Sue2SueperDecember 1, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    I would try Guacamole with Grated Carrots
    http://cookinginwestchester.com/2011/09/guacamole-with-grated-carrots.html

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  11. KDDecember 1, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    ginger and garlic paste...I have always bought bottled, but would prefer the homemade oil-free version!

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  12. VesperDecember 1, 2012 at 12:58 PM

    I would try something completely different like the Stir Fried Beetroot with Ginger, Lime and Toasted Spices – Beetroot Sabji

    meikleblog at gmail dot com

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  13. kitbluDecember 1, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    Beetroot Sabji! I haven't had beets for ages and I bought some today.

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  14. ErinDecember 1, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Chickpeas and Fish Pilaf! Yummers!

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  15. AnonymousDecember 2, 2012 at 1:57 PM

    This was a very good article. I enjoyed reading it..Thanks.
    jANE rITZ
    jsritz@windstream.net

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  16. UnknownDecember 2, 2012 at 1:59 PM

    I love tomatoes so I'm going to try making the Intensely Tomato Pasta.

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  17. Angela MDecember 3, 2012 at 2:08 AM

    Id like to try Comfort Shells in a Tomato, Cheese and Fresh Herb Sauce.

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  18. logansmommy0611December 3, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    thai inspired salmon salad! yum

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  19. TheKidsDidItDecember 3, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    Bengali Risotto yum!

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  20. AnonymousDecember 3, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    I'd like to try the Chickpea and Fish Pilaf

    kevin.linkie@hotmail.com

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  21. PierretteDecember 3, 2012 at 7:57 PM

    flat breads any and all recipes.

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  22. Mystic MishaDecember 3, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    A watermelon Smoothie!

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  23. UnknownDecember 4, 2012 at 12:16 AM

    I'd try the Zucchini and Onion Flatbreads...YUMMM!

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  24. AnonymousDecember 4, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    I'd like to try the recipe for Bengali Sweet Pilaf. - Judith R.

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  25. AnonymousDecember 4, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    the Besan Burfi

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  26. danw78704December 4, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    like the Red Lentils with Cilantro and Tomatoes – Mooshurir Dal

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  27. AnonymousDecember 4, 2012 at 12:17 PM

    Shrimp in a Garlic Sauce with Cilantro looks amazing!

    Mona Zavala xo

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  28. Kylie CarlsonDecember 4, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    I'd like to try the Stir Fried Beetroot with Ginger, Lime and Toasted Spices – Beetroot Sabji!

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  29. Maria KDecember 5, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    I'd try Comfort Chickpea and Fish Pilaf – Memories of Black Cardamom.

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  30. UnknownDecember 5, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Thai Inspired Salmon Salad

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  31. DebbyDecember 5, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    Thai Inspired Salmon Salad

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  32. DarayaDecember 5, 2012 at 7:39 PM

    Char Roasted Eggplant Puree :)

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  33. mediawormDecember 5, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    I love cooking with herbs and spices so there probably won't be a recipe I don't try at least once. The book looks so good thank you for the giveaway

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  34. Asiya @ Chocolate and ChilliesDecember 5, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    I would want to try Shredded Chicken with Cilantro, Lime, Tomato and Green Bell Pepper

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  35. Kristi DobsonDecember 5, 2012 at 11:18 PM

    Missy Roti – Chickpea Flour Flatbreads with Cumin and Onions

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  36. AllyDecember 6, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    Looks delicious! I'd love to try the coconut tumeric rice, and fingers crossed there's a recipe for chai in there. :-)

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  37. Carries RamblesDecember 6, 2012 at 9:06 PM

    There are a ton we'd like to try, I just kept going and finding one after another but since you want me to pick one I'm going with the Chickpea Flour Flatbreads with Cumin and Onions

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  38. LoriDecember 6, 2012 at 9:57 PM

    From this book I'd like to try the Anglo Indian style coconut turmeric rice

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  39. Nicole LancasterDecember 7, 2012 at 2:08 AM

    I would like to try the Muttai Kari – Egg Curry with Garlic, Tamarind and Curry Leaves.

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  40. TinabambinaDecember 7, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Red Lentils with Cilantro and Tomatoes – Mooshurir Dal

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  41. AnonymousDecember 7, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    Beetroot Sabji

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  42. eleanorDecember 7, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    I`d like to try the Chapli Kababs – Flat and Spicy Ground Chicken Kababs

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  43. ZenHarmonyDecember 8, 2012 at 11:31 AM

    I'd like to try the Tuvar Ki Dal, it looks yummy!

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  44. Charlene VidalDecember 9, 2012 at 1:58 AM

    I`d like to try the Chapli Kababs – Flat and Spicy Ground Chicken Kababs

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  45. theveganwifeyDecember 9, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    I would try Red Lentils with Cilantro and Tomatoes – Mooshurir Dal

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  46. UnknownDecember 9, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    Red lentils with cilantro and tomatoes or anything with cilantro

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  47. jjloaDecember 10, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    Chickpea Flour Flatbreads with Cumin and Onions. mmm roti.

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  48. TaraDecember 10, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    I'd like to try the Bulgur Coated Crispy Fried Fish.

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  49. spynaertDecember 10, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    the thai salmon salad looks good

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  50. Simply StacieDecember 10, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    The Red Lentils with Cilantro and Tomatoes – Mooshurir Dal.

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  51. AnonymousDecember 11, 2012 at 4:22 AM

    Shredded Chicken with Cilantro, Lime, Tomato and Bell Pepper

    nicole fleming
    ebayfinatic@yahoo.ca


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  52. UnknownDecember 11, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    Chili Garlic Hakka Shrimp – Pan Fried Shrimp In a Spicy Tossed Sauce

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  53. cmanDecember 11, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    Chapli Kababs – Flat and Spicy Ground Chicken Kababs.

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  54. UnknownDecember 12, 2012 at 1:56 AM

    Beetroot Sabji sounds yummy

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  55. UnknownDecember 12, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    there is so many i would like to try but first would be this Alu Posto – Bengali Potatoes in a Poppy Seed Paste

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  56. tina reynoldsDecember 12, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    Maple Red Lentil Bars with Ginger and Cardamom

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  57. Rose Santuci-SofrankoDecember 12, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    Honestly, those Bengali Potatoes sound wonderful!

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  58. eclairreDecember 12, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    I wanna try Shredded Chicken with Cilantro, Lime, Tomato and Bell Pepper
    .

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  59. Wayne LecoyDecember 12, 2012 at 10:45 PM

    Please Enter Me In Your Giveaway.
    It Would Be Great To Win A Copy Of
    "The Bengali Five Spice Chronicles"Cookbook By Rinku Bhattacharya.
    In Response To Your Requirement To Visit Cooking in Westchester
    and leave a comment stating which recipe you'd like to try.
    I Would Like To Try The Challenge Tea Bars
    And Simple and Flavorful-Bulgur Coated Crispy Fried Fish Recipes.
    Thank You For Having This Giveaway!!!!!!!!

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