Hello and Welcome!
Hi, I'm Shweta Arora, the author, photographer, and creator behind Shweta in the Kitchen! Welcome to my little corner of the internet, where I share my love for cooking through flavorful Indian, fusion, and global recipes.
My goal is to make cooking easy, approachable, and exciting so you feel confident trying these recipes in your kitchen. From quick weeknight dinners to festive feasts, I hope you find inspiration here and enjoy these dishes as much as I love sharing them.
For me, cooking is more than just preparing a meal; it's about creating memories, bringing people together, and keeping traditions alive. So, let's get cooking!
My Background
I'm a corporate professional based in Arizona, where I live with my husband, our two wonderful daughters, and our Labrador. Outside of my full-time job, you'll find me in the kitchen cooking delicious meals for my family and sharing my culinary creations through this blog.
I was born and raised in Mumbai, India, in a Maharashtrian family where food was always homemade, fresh, and prepared with love by my incredible Aaji (grandmother) and Mom. These super ladies led the charge of cooking at home, and while I never had to cook growing up, I always loved being their sous chef whenever I could.
After moving to the United States, cooking became a necessity in my attempt to recreate the comforting flavors of home. What started as a simple need organically turned into a deep passion.
I began documenting recipes from my mom and mother-in-law and my kitchen experiments, filling personal journals with treasured family recipes. In 2012, I took the leap and launched Shweta in the Kitchen, turning my love for food into a space where I could share approachable, flavorful, and family-friendly recipes with the world.
What You'll Find Here
On Shweta in the Kitchen, you'll find a delicious mix of:
- Indian Recipes: Authentic Maharashtrian, North Indian dishes passed down through generations along with other pan-Indian favorites.
- Fusion & Global Recipes: Creative twists on international cuisines like Mexican, Italian, Indo-Chinese, etc.
- Family-Friendly Meals: Quick, wholesome, and kid-approved recipes for busy lifestyles.
- Kids' Lunchbox Ideas: Fun and nutritious meals that little ones will love.
- Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free Options: Recipes to suit diverse dietary needs.
- Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes: Time-saving modern cooking techniques for traditional favorites.
- Sweet Treats & Healthy Bakes - Eggless baking and indulgent desserts for every occasion.
- Homemade Pet Treats - Fun fact: My Pupcake recipe is a reader favorite!
- Tips & Tricks: Every recipe includes step-by-step instructions, tips, and hacks to make cooking easier and more enjoyable.
Each recipe is tested multiple times and sampled by my most demanding critics - my husband, kids, and friends, so you can trust they're delicious and foolproof. Whether you're a busy parent, a cooking enthusiast, or just looking for delicious meal ideas, I'm sure you'll find something here to inspire you!
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Fun Facts
- My husband and I come from two different cultural zones in India-I'm a Maharashtrian Mumbaikar, and he's a Punjabi Delhite. Our kitchen is a delicious blend of both worlds!
- I'm an engineer by education and work full-time in the corporate world.
- I'm afraid of heights, but I once went skydiving, which was probably my first and last time!
- I'm a student of life, and my family is my harshest critics and loudest cheerleaders!
- My go-to comfort food? Varan Bhaat or Dal-Chawal (lentils & rice) with Batata bhaji (potato curry).
Contact
Send me an email at shweta@shwetainthekitchen.com