Hi, I’m Gayana. Welcome to my little corner of the internet, where I share my delicious Indian recipes inherited from my family, with a touch of my creativity.
I was born and raised in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. I grew up savoring authentic dishes such as akki rotti, bassaru, ragi mudde, bisi bele bath, and many more delicious dishes cooked by my mother. After marriage, I moved to the USA, thousands of miles away from home, so cooking became a necessity for me.
At first, the idea of spending a lot of time in the kitchen to prepare all our meals was a bit intimidating. However, to my surprise, I began to enjoy cooking. Before long, I grew to love the process of creating delicious meals for myself and my husband.
While I enjoy cooking, it can sometimes feel like a chore. But my love for and satisfaction with a home-cooked meal far outweigh everything else. I always strive to simplify the cooking process and find quicker ways to reduce my time in the kitchen, while still maintaining great taste.
In 2019, I launched my blog, Swaadista, to share healthy, flavorful, and accessible recipes. I love documenting my passion for cooking and Indian food on my blog, and I hope to inspire others—especially those who have moved far from home—to learn, cook, and enjoy healthy and delicious meals.
To all of us who love to learn, cook, and eat – Happy cooking, happy eating! ❤
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