What you will find on The Yummy Delights?
Hi! I'm Preeti Nayak, a mom, author, photographer, and editor of The Yummy Delights. Here, along with my husband Rajeev, we share easy and delicious family-friendly recipes.
With over 20 years of experience in Indian cooking, I created this blog to share recipes that are tried and tested in my kitchen.
This site features step-by-step photo guides and videos for every recipe, plus cooking tips and professional secrets to help you create delicious meals everyone will love.
Passion & Inspiration
I’m a home cook obsessed with Indian food. My kitchen is my happy place, where I experiment with flavors and create dishes that delight the taste buds.
From a young age, my kitchen was a symphony of sizzling spices, bubbling gravies, and the comforting chatter of my mom and grandma while they cooked delicious food.
Now, I'm thrilled to share this passion with you. This website is a journey into the wonderful world of curries, inspired by the love and knowledge passed down through generations in my family kitchen.
Love Indian Curries? You’re in the right place! Start with my popular Bhuna Chicken recipe. Explore my curry world, from spicy Madras Chicken to comforting Chicken Sukka. I also offer a variety of vegetarian options, from creamy Dal Makhani to flavorful Mushroom Masala. Let’s cook together the BEST Indian curry recipes.
Background & Expertise
Born in a South Indian family but raised in North India, I grew up savoring the best of both culinary worlds. My love for experimenting in the kitchen was ignited by hours spent watching Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's show Khana Khazana and exploring countless recipe books.
My culinary journey wasn't linear, but incredibly delicious! My background might surprise you – I hold a Master's in Business Education with a focus on marketing and spent several years in the corporate world.
Since settling in Goa with my husband, Rajeev, a South Indian who relishes Mangalorean food, I've immersed myself in the rich flavors of Mangalorean cuisine. Together, we've transformed our kitchen into a culinary playground, sharing our passion for food through recipes like Chicken Ghee Roast and Chicken Sukka.
While working in a hospitality institute, I gained valuable experience beyond textbooks. Assisting chefs during staff birthday parties transformed me from an enthusiast to a home cook with restaurant-inspired techniques.
What you can expect from us
Here, we make difficult recipes seem effortless. You’ll find every little detail about the recipe with step-by-step photos and a recipe video. Besides that, the measurements of ingredients, timings, and the necessary steps to be taken while making the recipe are discussed in detail.
Our posts focus on creating restaurant-style curries from scratch. We provide recipes that are made without premade sauces or curry bases. You'll also find detailed instructions for homemade seasonings to avoid store-bought options, including masalas, sauces, and food colors. However, we understand that convenience is important, so we offer alternative recipes using store-bought seasonings as well.
My experience has taught me one thing-“Practice makes perfect”. Every day, I keep learning and growing, improving myself a little bit more than what I was yesterday.
I hope that my recipes will inspire you to learn something new.
Contact Us
If you have any queries or suggestions, please feel free to write to [email protected]
THANK YOU!