Jauzi Halwa- the lesser known Hyderabadi Sweet. Sticky post

Jauzi Halwa- the lesser known Hyderabadi Sweet.

Labelled as the Nizam’s favourite sweet, the Jauzi Halwa at Hameedi Confectionery in Hyderabad is the stuff of legends with the shop dating back more than 100 years. The roots of the sweet lie in Turkey from where the owners had migrated. This specialty sweet isn’t for the light hearted. It is Made using lots of ghee, sprouted wheat flour, milk, saffron, a special spice … Continue reading Jauzi Halwa- the lesser known Hyderabadi Sweet.

Mawa Gujiya- baked and fried versions

Holi, the festival of colours, full of energy, positivity and vibrance is one of my favourite festivals. It is celebrated in the joy of the victory of good over evil. We burn all our malice and negativity in the fire of Holika Dahan. The following day, this lovely festival of colours is celebrated with great zeal. No festival in India is complete in itself without … Continue reading Mawa Gujiya- baked and fried versions