HELLO FOODIES,
"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food"-Hippocrates.
Welcome to Divya’s Nalabhagam, a space dedicated to authentic Indian vegetarian cooking rooted in tradition, simplicity, and nourishment.
I’m Divya, the author, home cook, photographer, and video creator behind this blog. I hold a Master’s degree in Nutrition and have over 20 years of hands-on cooking experience. While I am not a practicing nutritionist, my academic background and years spent in the kitchen influence the way I cook — with balance, mindfulness, and respect for traditional Indian food practices.
Why I Started This Blog
Divya’s Nalabhagam was started in 2016 as a way to document and share homestyle Indian vegetarian recipes that are practical for everyday cooking. My greatest inspiration is my mother, Meena, from whom I learned the foundations of traditional cooking — watching how simple, seasonal ingredients and time-tested methods can create meals that are both comforting and nourishing.
As cooking styles became more complicated and dependent on fancy tools, I felt the need to preserve recipes that work in real home kitchens. Over the years, this blog has grown steadily and now features over 500 carefully developed recipes, all rooted in traditional and basic Indian cooking.
What You’ll Find Here
Divya’s Nalabhagam features Indian vegetarian recipes from both South Indian and North Indian cuisines, including:
✅️Easy and traditional Indian breakfast recipes
✅️Authentic Indian sweets and festival dishes
✅️Everyday kuzhambu, kootu, poriyal, varuval, and curries
✅️Simple rice varieties and side dishes
✅️Homestyle meals prepared using locally available ingredients
All recipes are cooked, tested, styled, photographed, and written by me. I also shoot step-by-step recipe videos so you can follow along visually, making each dish approachable and easy to recreate with confidence.
Recipe Videos & Social Media
In addition to written recipes, I also create recipe videos and share my cooking across multiple platforms. Over the years, Divya’s Nalabhagam has grown into a trusted space for home cooks, with a large and engaged community across social media.
You can find my recipe videos and updates in the following channels:
Through these platforms, I share quick recipe videos, traditional cooking tips, and everyday meal ideas.
My Cooking Philosophy
I am a locavore and prefer cooking with fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. My approach focuses on simple cooking methods, traditional techniques, and everyday kitchen tools. I do not use hi-fi or fancy cooking techniques or special equipment — my recipes are designed for practical home kitchens.
I strongly believe in the healing and nourishing power of wholesome, nutritious food when prepared thoughtfully and enjoyed as part of a balanced lifestyle. This belief shapes the way I cook and the recipes I share, without making medical or clinical claims.
A Note on Baking
Divya’s Nalabhagam does not focus on baking. This blog is dedicated to traditional Indian vegetarian cooking and everyday stovetop recipes commonly prepared in Indian households.
Recognition & Features
Over the years, my work has been recognised by several platforms and publications:
🥇Listed among the Top 100 Indian Food Bloggers by Feedspot
🥇Featured in the Top 25 Indian Food Blogs to Follow by Yum of China
🥇Recipes and work published in the popular Tamil magazine Aval Kitchen
🥇Won many accolades in cooking competitions
These recognitions encourage me to continue sharing authentic, well-tested recipes with sincerity and care.
Gratitude
My family has been my constant support system throughout this journey. Their encouragement and belief in my work motivate me to continue sharing recipes with sincerity and care.
Positive remarks and feedback are always appreciated. If you have any questions or queries, please feel free to contact me at divyasnalabhagam@gmail.com.
Thank you so much for visiting my page — I hope you find inspiration in my recipes and have a wonderful day!
With love,
Divya