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inspiredindiancooking

small-batch spice kits for iconic Indian dishes. AAPI woman-owned and operated.

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My paternal grandparents. My grandfather was a pol

My paternal grandparents.
My grandfather was a police officer for much of his career. Later, he got his law degree and became a barrister.
My grandmother raised 9 children, including my dad.
They visited us several times in Cincinnati, and I have many fond memories visiting them in Ranchi, Bihar.
They owned and lived in a large multi-family house known as Ritan Bhavan. Ritan was my grandmother’s name and Bhavan means house.
Across the courtyard was a small hut which housed the kitchen. Smoke, smells, and sizzling sounds mysteriously emanated from the tiny chimney and windows. It was a treat to observe their cook and the women of the house (including my mom and six aunts) magically transforming meat, vegetables, and spices, obtained daily from the local outdoor market, into a vast array of delicious dishes.
Maybe that’s where I first caught the cooking bug.
I wish they were alive to see how they inspired Inspired Indian Cooking.

The best part about buying spices on Devon Avenue.

The best part about buying spices on Devon Avenue.

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Ok not a new car or clothes or other purchase peop

Ok not a new car or clothes or other purchase people typically post about but we got a new industrial spice grinder for Inspired Indian Cooking and love her so much. Total game-changer (about 20x faster than our previous machine) and just in time for the holiday shopping rush ❤️

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Roxy Music #bucketlist

Roxy Music #bucketlist

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Inspired Indian is a stop at the @maindempstermile

Inspired Indian is a stop at the @maindempstermile Wine Walk tomorrow, 8/15. Stop by from 5pm to 8pm for some Prosecco and samples of Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Dal Makhani, and more! Also, save 10% on in-store purchases!

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New headshot taken on my 52nd birthday (today!).

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inspiredindiancooking

small-batch spice kits for iconic Indian dishes. AAPI woman-owned and operated.

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My paternal grandparents. My grandfather was a pol

My paternal grandparents.
My grandfather was a police officer for much of his career. Later, he got his law degree and became a barrister.
My grandmother raised 9 children, including my dad.
They visited us several times in Cincinnati, and I have many fond memories visiting them in Ranchi, Bihar.
They owned and lived in a large multi-family house known as Ritan Bhavan. Ritan was my grandmother’s name and Bhavan means house.
Across the courtyard was a small hut which housed the kitchen. Smoke, smells, and sizzling sounds mysteriously emanated from the tiny chimney and windows. It was a treat to observe their cook and the women of the house (including my mom and six aunts) magically transforming meat, vegetables, and spices, obtained daily from the local outdoor market, into a vast array of delicious dishes.
Maybe that’s where I first caught the cooking bug.
I wish they were alive to see how they inspired Inspired Indian Cooking.

The best part about buying spices on Devon Avenue.

The best part about buying spices on Devon Avenue.

<img data-lazy-fallback="1" class="lazyload" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.inspiredindiancooking.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png?w=1920&ssl=1" alt="The best part about buying spices on Devon Avenue." data-recalc-dims="1" />

Ok not a new car or clothes or other purchase peop

Ok not a new car or clothes or other purchase people typically post about but we got a new industrial spice grinder for Inspired Indian Cooking and love her so much. Total game-changer (about 20x faster than our previous machine) and just in time for the holiday shopping rush ❤️

<img data-lazy-fallback="1" class="lazyload" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.inspiredindiancooking.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png?w=1920&ssl=1" alt="Ok not a new car or clothes or other purchase people typically post about but we got a new industrial spice grinder for Inspired Indian Cooking and love her so much. Total game-changer (about 20x faster than our previous machine) and just in time for the holiday shopping rush ❤️" data-recalc-dims="1" />

Roxy Music #bucketlist

Roxy Music #bucketlist

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Inspired Indian is a stop at the @maindempstermile

Inspired Indian is a stop at the @maindempstermile Wine Walk tomorrow, 8/15. Stop by from 5pm to 8pm for some Prosecco and samples of Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Dal Makhani, and more! Also, save 10% on in-store purchases!

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New headshot taken on my 52nd birthday (today!).

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