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[SPOTLIGHT] Merle Oberon, The Anglo-Indian Hollywood Star Who Hid Her Roots Her Entire Life

The only Indian actress ever nominated for an Oscar, Merle Oberon (1911 – 1979) is pretty much unknown in India, the country of her birth. Her light-skinned complexion making it easier for her to pass off as white on screen and keep a “dark secret” that she would take to the grave. Oberon’s personal story was worthy of a Hollywood script… Continue reading [SPOTLIGHT] Merle Oberon, The Anglo-Indian Hollywood Star Who Hid Her Roots Her Entire Life

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[The Bridget Diaries] The Microwave Book of Anglo-Indian Recipes

Been a while since the last diary entry but here goes – Bridget’s latest book is now on sale and suddenly life seems good again. Her ninth cookbook and the first to make use of modern tech to whip us some iconic Anglo dishes is specially curated for a generation looking for a modern, fast and easy way around them. Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] The Microwave Book of Anglo-Indian Recipes

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[The Bridget Diaries] Anglo Lent Dishes – Seafood To The Rescue

Half way through Lent and we come to the end of our four-part series on the seasons hacks for meat deprived foodies. Since the veggies and eggs were such a big hit, here is Bridget’s take on seafood. The closest we can come to meat these days… Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] Anglo Lent Dishes – Seafood To The Rescue

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[The Bridget Diaries] Some Egg-cellent Anglo Lent Dishes

Eggs are probably one of the most nutritious foods that easily find space on supermarket shelves around the world. And, since you can have it during Lent, why not go all out? Here’s Part III of Bridget’s Lent Hacks – Eggs! Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] Some Egg-cellent Anglo Lent Dishes

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[The Bridget Diaries] Anglo Lent Hacks – One Pot Rice Dishes

Following up our veggie sides with some awesome vegetarian rice dishes to pair them with. This hack is not just for Lent, you can cook up a storm anytime with these easy recipes that are easily paired with a vegetable side dish, or a salad and some pickle. Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] Anglo Lent Hacks – One Pot Rice Dishes

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[The Bridget Diaries] Anglo Lent Hacks For Foodies Like Me

A few Lent hacks for foodies eager to break the meatless monotony of the season. Given that choices will be limited to seafood and vegetables, and you probably have the seafood menu nailed, these veggie recipes are simple to follow and easy to cook. All go well with steamed rice too. Bridget White-Kumar to the rescue as always… Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] Anglo Lent Hacks For Foodies Like Me

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[The Bridget Diaries] Anglo-Indian Comfort Food For The Soul

Bringing some Anglo magic to my previous post – creative dietary options for foodies like me, recovering from mouth surgery. However, these iconic hearty, nourishing soups and stews from the kitchens of the lady herself – Bridget White-Kumar, are winners any day of the week. Whether in recovery or not! Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] Anglo-Indian Comfort Food For The Soul

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[The Bridget Diaries] Pepperwater, Dol Mash, Bad Word Curry… Her Fav Anglo-Indian Dishes Of All Time

As we end this series, I just had to ask Bridget about her favourite Anglo dishes and honestly, her top-5 wasn’t a surprise. They just happen to be my favourites too. Coincidence? Nope! We are just wired that way. Also, taking a deep dive into the background of Anglo cuisine as a whole with this post… Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] Pepperwater, Dol Mash, Bad Word Curry… Her Fav Anglo-Indian Dishes Of All Time

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[The Bridget Diaries] Anglo-Indian Christmas Grub – Part Deux

While we wrap up Bridget’s top-10 Christmas dishes, we are also getting up close and personal with her today. Getting to know the real person behind the cult figure we have grown to love. Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] Anglo-Indian Christmas Grub – Part Deux

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[The Bridget Diaries] Anglo-Indian Christmas Grub

As promised, in this, the first part of a miniseries on Bridget White-Kumar’s favourite Christmas dishes, we take a stab at the main course. The centre point of the Anglo-Indian dinner table that, wait for it, consists of meat, more meat, well, lots of meat. Continue reading [The Bridget Diaries] Anglo-Indian Christmas Grub