Tamarind can be used in sauces, drinks, desserts, marinades and so much more. (It’s also an essential ingredient in pad Thai.) But nothing beats eating it straight from the pod if you ask us. If you ...

Even if you don’t know it, you’re probably familiar with the distinctive tang of tamarind. A staple in South and Southeastern Asian cuisine, it’s the tangy-sweet heart and soul of a killer Pad Thai ...

This is a vivifying soup, good in warm or cold weather. The chile and ginger gently warm your mouth, while acidic tomatoes and tart tamarind come together in the delicate and fragrant broth, which, ...

Tamarind remains a bit of a mystery to most cooks in the United States, but its sweet and sour pulp is appreciated by cooks from its native range in tropical Africa to India, Mexico and beyond. The ...

Tamarind and tomato make a fine backdrop for a flavourful seafood curry. Add quality fish stock and the taste of the sea deepens in the pot. This makes for an easy weeknight supper for friends. You ...

A number of people only depend on five-star restaurants to give them the five-star meal package yet this is something that can be made from home. One of the ways one can spice up their food is by ...

The holiday season has arrived, with cooler weather and (some) trees and leaves beginning to turn a beautiful auburn color. If you have not planned your Thanksgiving menu, this is a good time to ...

Sambar is one of South India’s most loved comfort foods — a wholesome, tangy lentil stew simmered with vegetables, tamarind and aromatic spices. This quick version brings the traditional flavours of ...