Bøger af Monica Saigal

"Ingredients are just like people," smiled Papa. "Wonderful on their own, but even better together." Take one father and daughter,a delicious dish of butter chicken,a spoonful of family and friendship,and mix together with a sprinkling of love . . .

This picture book is a celebration of Indian heritage, father-daughter relationships, and sharing with community. Includes a foreword by renowned chef José Andrés, and one of the author's own recipes.A young girl named Monica shares special time with her father as they prepare her favorite dish in this warm and inspiring picture book for kids ages 3-7.Monica loves the Butter Chicken that her father makes. She spends the day helping him in the kitchen as he prepares the dish, stirring the sauce and adding the spices. And while the chicken bakes, the two dance around the kitchen.When the chicken is done, they get ready to sit down and enjoy the meal together. But then the doorbell rings, and Grandma, Monica's uncles, and even the neighbors arrive to share in the feast!A warm and inspiring story of food, family, community, and sharing that includes a foreword by renowned chef José Andrés, and one of the author's own recipes.

"Sharmila, a painter entering the autumn of her life, had gently set aside hopes of love after a heart-wrenching loss. In Kashmir to orchestrate her daughter Alina's wedding, Sharmila never anticipated that the universe was crafting a different plan--one of second chances and unexpected love. She crosses paths with George, a professor of Indian art history and a kindred spirit bearing the weight of lost love. Together they explore Kashmir's lush valleys, snow-draped mountains, clear lakes, and ancient shrines. A fragile romance quietly blossoms, gently guiding their hearts toward a future neither dared to dream of"--