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Lajina Masala

7 days ago

Lajina Masala
How's it Saturday already!?!Weve had an amazing week, teaching at little wenlock last week and a last minute booking in a school on Weds.Sharing the secrets of making great curries and all the trimmings.We have a prawn malai cookalong tomorrow!It's somosas in this video from last week and as you can see, it's a relaxed, fun and tasty time.Please get in touch if you'd like to learn to cook with me, t#curryo#masalan#homecooking##spicesofindiaoking #spicesofindia … See MoreSee Less

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Lajina Masala

1 week ago

Lajina Masala
Tip of the day..I'm my own little food saving hero here and like to use fresh ingredients, looking after them to save waste and the environment.To keep coriander fresh, snip the ends and rinse your coriander in cool, fresh water, once you removed any old stems or leaves, allow to drain and place in a Tupperware box, lined with kitchen paper and place it in the fridge.The coriander will remain fresh for a couple of weeks in the fridge, every so often, check and replace the paper, removing any tired leaves.I chop the coriander as I need it.If it tastes like soap, I'#curryy#spicesr#coriander##freshkitchene#healthylifestyley#behindthescenesd#teambuildingambuilding … See MoreSee Less

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Lajina Masala

2 weeks ago

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Just a busy little run where I've not posted for days because it's been busy with Sam home, juggling business, heat, spicing etc.Here's a review from yesterday's class.She had such a lovely nature, teasing others and making the day joyful, now she's joined curry club. I've only got one space left to fill in Nov (will look to book more in) and taking bookings for corporate days if your team deserves a curry making team build.If your struggling in business, please shout me for a chat because I might be be able to help. And… please check out my reviews, you never know when you might need to learn to cook really good curry! … See MoreSee Less

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Lajina Masala

2 weeks ago

Lajina Masala
Busy here with admin and planning classes.Did you know when teaching Indian cooking, there's so much admin, paperwork and more forms to fill before the recipes are even planned? I'm taking a mini-break to catch up with my favourite people but here's a little tip to support all your curry making activities as the weather cools down.The only Curry Making tip you really need is patience to make acurry base look "jammy" and golden. The tip is to take your time frying onions and add a splash of water if the pan dries out. Not sure you can do this? Join me for a workshop or join curry clu to really understand how to make the most fragrant and beautiful curries… and all their sides.Top tip is, patience a little love and to take your time!#curry #PeacefulHome #spices #learntocook #CorporateTeambuilding #family #healthylifestyle … See MoreSee Less

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Lajina Masala

3 weeks ago

Lajina Masala
What a master the art of cooking the perfect chapati or roti? Learn to roll and learn to cook a beautiful chapati, it’s definitely a skill to learn in person.Allow me teach you to cook a curry and all the trimmings from scratch – our small workshops (only 6 booked per session) are the ideal space to learn to cook your favourite spicy dishes.You'll learn to cook curry, rice, breads and dips, that's just the morning with plenty of dishes to learn and taste in the afternoon, these make ideal gifts for your loved ones and you’ll learn at a relaxed pace in a friendly space.We meet at 10.00am until 4.30pm and it costs just £149.00.We have two spaces left on our 7th December class.Please get in touch if you'd like to learn to cook an Indian meal with me, thank you! here's the link:www.lajinamasala.com/product/masterclass-small-group/#masterclass #indiancookingclass #indiancookingtips #indiancooking #currylover #curry #lajinamasala #freshfoods #learntocook #homecookingfood … See MoreSee Less

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