Happy AAPI month! I didn’t even know that this was an experience I could have. Such a treat to light up the EmpireState Bldng with @goldhouseco this morning. Look for the gold lights tonight, NYC!

The haters will say you can’t try to be the funniest person in the room AND post a thirst trap…
Here’s a throwback to a lingerie shoot I did before there was such a thing as a thirst trap. Stay tuned for something more current coming your way 😉

Photo by Diego Uchitel

Always cook for your loved ones!

Nimbu rice or lemon rice is so delicate, delicious, and it is vegan! Much like the coconut rice, this dish can come together so quickly using your day-old basmati rice and pantry staples.

What are you listening to in the kitchen?

The law should catch up to culture. Sad news.

nytimes.com/2024/04/27/opi…

Whenever I’ve asked what recipes you guys would like to see, there are always a few of you asking how I make my Basmati rice. It is really very simple, but if you want to have elegant long grains that don’t stick together you must wash your rice well before it goes into the pot.

Dating 101 according to my grandfather... 😆 Tomorrow I'll share with you how to cook a bowl of basmati rice!

For all of you who were wondering where to get coconut for the coconut rice I shared with you the other day. If you're not shredding your own coconut (it's fun I promise!!), frozen shredded coconut is preferable to dry. And make sure it is unsweetened!

Thank you Helen Rosner for crafting this lovely profile 🌹 newyorker.com/culture/profil…

The more you know! 🌈

I have an exciting new project for you very soon... 😉

There are so many ways to make dal, but this is my version and I truly could eat it every day – sometimes I do!

Tadka in Hindi, or poorichukotal in Tamil, is used to impart flavor to all sorts of dishes in Indian cuisine. It also wakes up the flavors of the spices and aromatics you’re using by frying them in oil or ghee separately first before adding them into your dish.

Shooting with Harper’s BAZAAR is always a dream! Check out my feature in this month's issue 💋

A couple of BTS moments from the cutting room floor for Harper’s BAZAAR

Thank you Harper’s BAZAAR for the feature 🌹 harpersbazaar.com/culture/a60456…

A few looks from my photoshoot with Harper’s BAZAAR for their April issue! Which is your favorite?

Another Tuesday, another tadka! This time for mango curry.

Six more days to bid on a night out at Balthazar with me and some friends – all proceeds going towards NationalPoetrySeries! bit.ly/4d427Nd