Shweta Salve on her Food Mantra

Are you a food -o- holic?

Not really, I do eat food but I am not a food- o –holic.

Are you a vegetarian or a non vegetarian?

I eat both vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian food, but I prefer non-veg. I specially enjoy eating sea-food. In vegetarian, I like potatoes, baby corn and mushrooms.

Your favorite dish?

I mainly eat depending on my mood and what I feel like eating at that particular instance. I enjoy eating all tasty food.

Your favorite restaurant?

I love to eat Chinese at China Garden and if I'm in mood for Indian cuisine, I prefer going to Urban Tadka.

Are you a diet conscious person?

No, I'm not a very diet conscious person as I enjoy eating spicy and oily food. Although, I make sure I don't overeat.

Do you drink alcohol?

Occasionally yes, but I don't drink strong alcohol. I prefer having some light wine.

Does your morning start with a cup of coffee or tea?

Neither. I usually try and avoid drinking tea or coffee. I prefer drinking juice.

What's your normal daily diet?

I normally skip breakfast. If I do have anything in the mornings, it is usually a glass of juice. My lunch comprises of Roti, Sabjhi and Dal. I avoid eating rice or any other heavy food at night.

Any embarrassing situation you faced while eating your food?

Yes. I have a quirk right from my childhood. I always happen to drop the glass I'm holding. I really do not know why but it happens to me till today. It is really embarrassing for me.

The most expensive restaurant you had you food in?

I don't really remember. I usually go out and enjoy the food at the restaurant.

Do you like to cook?

Yes I love to cook. I specially enjoy cooking sea-food.

In future, would you like your husband to cook for you?

Absolutely. I would adore it if he would cook for me.

Which dish?

He should make me a blue berry cheese cake.

Would you like to share one of your favorite recipes?

No, it is a secret and I don't like to share my favorite recipes with anyone.

Reporter: Ranjini Nair

Author: Melanie