Every year around this time, Dr. Vijay Chawla finds herself a little bit more stressed out that usual. That’s because every year she is asked to offer one of her famous home-cooked Indian dinners up for auction in a benefit for the American Red Cross. This year might be a little extra stressful, as she […]
It’s cold. And even now that the Polar Vortex is (slowly) shifting and the end is near, it’s still cold! And probably will remain cold (just hopefully not until April again this year)! We can’t really complain though, we have a roof over our heads (with a furnace that is pumping strong), and are stocked […]
It finally is feels like “Spring has Sprung” here in Wisconsin- (where we live and Kaveli kits and mixes are hand-packaged)- and there is no better way to celebrate then sitting in some sunshine and eating some of these delicious mangos from India! With this we are excited to announce that we will hopefully be […]
We love going to events; it’s a great way to not only get to meet more of our customers, but also learn about their lifestyles and why they love the Kaveli kits and mixes that they do. People often share their love of the unexpected hint of cardamom the first bite of our Besan Almond […]
Wow! I still can’t believe 2013 is here (and yes, I am still writing 2012 when I write the date)! We’ve got lots of exciting things planned and look forward to putting some more events on the calender, but here’s an update of what we’ve got going on so far: 1). Check out page 120 […]
Kaveli on The Dieline We feel so cool, and just plain honored that our packaging was featured on The Dieline (the most visited website on package design in the world)! We knew we loved our packaging, but love that others are appreciating it too (and the wholesome ingredients inside it)! Many thanks go to, Bolster, […]
As Thanksgiving nears, and Kavi and I begin to prepare and host our first Thanksgiving together, I can’t help but think about everything that I am thankful for. This time last year we were in transition as we decided to rent out our apartment in Chicago and move to the little town of River Falls […]
. Today is the first day of Diwali! The five day festival of Diwali is an official holiday in India and several other countries. Families join together to celebrate Diwali in their homes by lighting small clay oil lamps to signify the triumph of good over evil. The lamps are kept on through the night and the […]
October was a busy month for Kaveli and November holds more exciting news and events! We returned to Chicago once again last weekend with the privilege of showcasing Kaveli kits and mixes at the Williams-Sonoma Artisans’ Market held Saturday November 3rd. There was a great turnout at the market which made for a busy and […]
We’ve been trying to figure out when then best time to post this would be. We figure now is as good as time as any! Our good friend, and amazing film maker, Jesse Roesler (also from our awesome branding firm, Bolster) created it for us. Check it out! Kaveli Story Video
October 14th marked the second visit to Dose Market for Kaveli and another chance to connect with our Chicago friends. Although the day started out a little gloomy, we were thankful for the great crowd that came out to shop despite the rain. Kavi and I had a great time connecting with returning customers and […]
On Wednesday October 17th, Chicago’s prestigious Field Museum will become a temporary home to one of the world’s greatest treasures of Indian art, jewelry, and culture as the Museum presents “The Splendor of India’s Royal Courts.” The Museum’s special exhibition will run through the 3rd of February, and was organized by London’s Victoria and Albert […]
While shopping online at Daily Grommet I recently discovered “Punjammies.” I spotted the beautiful colors and patterns of the Indian fabrics and was quickly convinced to order a pair of Punjammies for myself. I could just picture myself in those cute capris curled up with a good book and cup of Masala Chai. Upon further […]
Our “Tandoori Chicken Tacos” might just be the new perfect balance that satisfies both my carvings for fish tacos and Kavi’s love for Tandoori Chicken!
Fall Food Craving: Vijay’s Masala Chicken & Rice Palau {by Elizabeth} As the temperature outside cools and the air becomes crisp, I find myself trading in my summer clothes for sweaters and jeans, and along with that, trading in my favorite summer foods for all wonderful foods that go along with the season of Fall. […]
Kaveli Book Review Ginger and Ganesh: Adventures in Indian Cooking, Culture and Love by Nani Power {by Jaclyn} Nani Power’s “Indian Culinary Experience” begins in her book, Ginger and Ganesh: Adventures in Indian Cooking, Culture and Love with an ad she posted on Craigslist asking readers to “Please teach me Indian cooking!…” Power is blessed with a multitude […]
Kaveli Travelog: The Crossroads of Dubai {By Kavi} One of the fastest growing and most fascinating cities in the world is Dubai. I have been traveling to Dubai quite frequently for the past several years, and it has been amazing to see the city develop from a relatively small, trading port town into a major […]
A Recipe for Mango Lassis {by Elizabeth} Sipping on one as I am sitting outside writing this… I have got to say, there is not much better than a Mango Lassi on a hot summer’s day. When I stopped by the local organic grocery this morning to pick up some mangos for this post, the […]
The Art of the Sari {by Jaclyn} The Sari is a truly timeless piece of fashion with origins dating all the way back to the Indus Valley Civilization in 2800-1800 BC. Ancient Indian poetry and sculptures depict many variations of the Sari and the most common modern style of the Sari has been worn consistently […]
Kaveli Travelog: London Calling {By Kavi} The London Summer Olympics are just around the corner and with London being known for some of the best Indian restaurants in the world, I decided to share a few fun facts about Indian food in London from our recent visit. Living in the Wisconsin countryside, where we make our Kaveli […]
A Dose of Fun! {By Elizabeth} This past Sunday, Jaclyn and I had the pleasure of featuring our Kaveli kits and mixes at Dose Market in Chicago. Dose Market is an awesome indoor market held once a month in the River East Art Center in Chicago. Dose was first launched one year ago by four […]
My Indian Culinary Experience {By Jaclyn} I’ll never forget my first experience with Indian Food. The moment the flavors hit my palate I was in awe of the combination of spices and textures which I had never before experienced! I was in high school at the time, traveling in New York City with a teacher […]
Five Family Secrets for Grilling Perfect Tandoori Chicken for Father’s Day Summer is one of my favorite times of year, and not only because of the extra hours to spend outdoors hiking, biking, sailing and riding, but also cooking, especially GRILLING! With Father’s Day just around the corner (and with hopes of being a new […]
A Surprise Celebration {By Elizabeth} For our very first blog entry, I thought it only seemed appropriate to honor the woman behind it all, the very dear, Vijay Chawla. My mother-in-law, a mother of three fabulous children, a remarkable pediatrician, a dear friend and also the incredible woman whose authentic Indian recipes form the basis […]
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