1300 emails!
Posted by Aarti on August 17th, 2010 . Filed under: Uncategorized .Yup, that’s how many new unread emails I have right now, not including all the wonderful messages you guys are spoiling me with (I still have 590 comments to get through, at the time of writing!).
So please, bear with me as I sort through everything, whilst doing a bunch of press here in New York. I will be back soon! With bells on!
In the mean time, have you checked out my show page on the Food Network site? I think it’s gorgeous, and I’m so excited about the graphics package. Stay tuned — MY NEW SHOW DEBUTS THIS SUNDAY (at 12pET). Waaaahoooooo!
-x-
aarti
August 17th, 2010 at 7:37 pm
Aarti congratulations!! I was soo happy that you won, since I was a huge fan of yours since the get-go and plus I am glad about all the recipes that you bring out with the taste of Indian spices since I have seen and heard lots and lots of people who get intimidated by the Indian food. I like the way you come up with the twist in your food. The favorite dishes that I love cooking is Indian and Italian. Will defnitely watch your show. Good Luck for your future endeavors!! I would also love to share lots of Indian recipe that I have in mind and I try to give a twist to it all the time
Cheers,
Priyanka
August 17th, 2010 at 7:44 pm
You rock!! Congrats! I am so so very happy for you!
August 17th, 2010 at 7:45 pm
I just set my DVR for Sunday, and yes! The graphics package is adorable!
August 17th, 2010 at 7:52 pm
Can’t wait to see the show. It is going to be great. Just take a moment to enjoy all of this. You deserve it!
August 17th, 2010 at 8:11 pm
I’ve been meaning to send my congratulations, but all of the traffic crashed your site for the last few days. I’m thrilled that you won! You have a beautiful persona, a unique culinary point of view, and you’re just so cute and fun in the kitchen. I’m looking forward to seeing your cooking show!
August 17th, 2010 at 8:16 pm
Congratulations on winning the Next Food Network Star! My two sisters and I wanted you to win since the start (along with Tom). I enjoyed watching your videos on Youtube, even before you were on the Next Food Network Star. I already recorded your series (= Well, just wanted to congratulate you! Good Luck
August 17th, 2010 at 8:31 pm
Congratulations, Aarti! I was rooting for you all the way through and am excited to watch your new show on Sunday. You Go Girl!!!
August 17th, 2010 at 8:48 pm
CONGRATULATIONS!!! YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION FOR FOREIGN PEOPLE LIKE ME. ONE OF THIS DAYS I WANT TO HAVE MY OWN SHOW TOO. YOU ARE SO HUMBLE AND CUTE. I HOPE YOU HAVE TIME TO ANSWER MY EMAIL THAT WILL BE SO NICE FOR ME. I WATCHED THE FOOD NETWORK SHOWED EVERY WEEK AND I KNEW YOU GONNA WIN. EHHHHH. YOU ARE THE BEST I LOVE YOUR TECHNIQUES AND SIMPLICITY. I’M GOING TO START MY BLOG SOON I WILL SEND YOU A LINK TO GET ADVISE FROM YOU. I HOPE YOU HAVE TIME. GOD BLESSS.
August 17th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
Congratulations! So excited for your new show!
August 17th, 2010 at 9:03 pm
Yay! My daughters and I screamed our lungs out after watching our DVR’d episode tonight! How blessed you are!
August 17th, 2010 at 9:26 pm
You’re just phenomenal… Incredibly excited for Sunday afternoons now… I will sorely miss the Aarti Paarti on YouTube, though!!
August 17th, 2010 at 9:35 pm
Aarti, i sent you a package, I hope you will still be able to pick it up when you get back home. I am on ‘cloud nine’ over your victory.
August 17th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
Hi Aarti!
I just wanted to wish you a personal congrats! My mom, sister, and I have been watching from the beginning… and we’ve been rooting for you since day one (yes, even considering the raw chicken!). It seems like you have the most infectious personality, and I can’t wait for the show. In fact, I’m already an Aarti Paarti veteran… I made some samosas for the family! They were great! Anyway, congrats again, and you can be sure I’ll be watching on Sunday!
Daniel
August 17th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
Your show page and chef/host page are gorgeous! LOVE your “official” picture too!
Congrats again! Sooooo well-deserved!!!!!! Can’t wait for your show premiere on Sunday, I know it will be a household event (maybe we will make your curried popcorn for the occasion?)
August 17th, 2010 at 9:52 pm
CONGRATS! I picked you from the beginning. I couldn’t be more excited for your show to start.
August 17th, 2010 at 10:42 pm
Congratulations…I am so happy for you! I can’t wait to learn more about Indian cooking!
August 17th, 2010 at 10:49 pm
Congratulations!!! I was so excited to see you win!!!! I can’t wait to see your show!
August 17th, 2010 at 10:56 pm
Congrats — I’m so glad you won!! The graphics look awesome.. Love that there’s a flower in there too!
August 18th, 2010 at 1:14 am
Great job! Looking forward to the premiere this coming week. The final show on Food Network Challenge did not do your pilot justice. It looked like the other two would win. I was completely surprised. However after viewing all 3 pilots in the entirety on the Food Network website… your pilot was the best. (Note: The Food Network website has all 3 pilots to view)
Best of luck… looking forward to the show.
August 18th, 2010 at 4:12 am
hey aarti, i saw you on LX NY and really perked up when you talked about incorporating indian food into european-style recipes. i really want to get into indian food since i used to hate it, but i found an awesome place in town i eat at all the time. and i want to learn about how to improvise with indian ingredients. good luck with your new show. too bad they made you change the name.
-jeju
August 18th, 2010 at 4:14 am
oh, and i don’t have cable, just rabbit ears. any chance you’ll be posting vids form the show on here?
August 18th, 2010 at 5:45 am
I can’t wait to see your show. I am so glad that you won. Congrats!
August 18th, 2010 at 6:58 am
Hi Aarti,
My Hearty Congrats to you for becoming the Foodnetwork Star. Finally, I am getting an Indian food show. We really need a completely different show – am bored of watching the same old Italian etc. I would like to see you grow to Emmy winning stars like Ina, Bobby, Rachel etc. I would like to share some tips since I am getting Indian cooking show..hope u dont mind:
1) Apart from regular dishes that we get in America like the Tikka Masala, Tandoori Chicken, Naan etc dishes – please show us the authentic dishes like the Idli, Dosa, Biryani etc. in the simplified style. Even though I am a South Indian – I can still use those tips in my everyday cooking.
2) You should shoot an exclusive show on Indian pantry that has the spices, Vegetables etc. Remember – we eat a lot of different veggies like bitter melon, curry leaves, amaranth leaves, sorrel leaves etc
3) Every state in India has its own unique recipes for example Dum Biryani, Sorrel chutney, Mirchi Ka Salaan from Andhra pradesh, Rasam, Sambar etc from Tamil Nadu, Bisi Belabath etc from Karnataka, Meen Moyili from Kerala and so on and so forth. Please do shows focusing on one state and their special foods. Giada does the same – I watch her show regularly and sometimes she does shows about Northern Italian, Sicily etc.
4) Indian food is all about techniques, spices, taste and flavor. Please tell America that Indian food is not always about Garam Masala.
5) Indian food takes a lot of time – please share your tips and techniques for entertaining friends and family with good food even for people who have full time jobs – both vegetarian and non-vegetarian stuff that I can make it in advance and dont have to slave in the kitchen..
Hope u like these tips. Cant wait to watch your show!! Good luck Aarti
Luvv,
Anu
August 18th, 2010 at 7:05 am
Aarti,
Don’t feel so pressured about responding to all of us. You are accepted among the beloved and His grace is sufficient for you! Enjoy the ride, share what you can and never let people be your rudder. Be lead forth with peace, not pressure. We are rooting (and praying) for you.
Cerise
August 18th, 2010 at 7:17 am
I have a package of lentils I purchased at an Indian market, now what? I’m totally intimidated by the little orange dahlings. HELP.
August 18th, 2010 at 7:25 am
Aarti – CONGRATS!! I absolutely adored watching you on the Next Food Network Star! I LOVE to cook and blog about it, and seeing that one of us food bloggers actually turned it into something is fantastic!
Not to mention that I’m psyched about learning more about Indian flavors. I love the food, but need a little know-how to pull it off in the kitchen! I’ve already got your new show set up to record on my DVR! Can’t wait to see the first episode!!
August 18th, 2010 at 8:12 am
How funny is that! As I was reading this post, your commercial for your show came on Food Network. Although, I haven’t got to watch the finale yet (because I’m waiting for it to show up on On-Demand), I’m excited to see you shine on your show. Congrats!
August 18th, 2010 at 8:39 am
Aarti…
All the best. Am awaiting your new show anxiously, and ready to embrace Indian and Aarti cuisine..
Cheers and congrats!
Marian Ciliberti
Philadelphia PA
August 18th, 2010 at 9:10 am
I am amazed you have time to post but am glad you did. Yes, I’ve been hanging out on Food Network’s site and think they did a great job on your page. How fun!
Is making the show everything you thought it would be? Are you still on Cloud 9? Enjoy!
August 18th, 2010 at 9:38 am
Awww congrats girlie!! I was rooting for you the ENTIRE time
I’m so excited to watch!!!!!!!!
August 18th, 2010 at 10:25 am
Aarti,
I just want to say how excited I am for you but to be honest from day 1 I knew you would be the next food network star
You are awesome and sweet with a smile that can light up a room. I look forward to watching you weekly and using your recipes for my upcoming book club meetings 
Honestly I have never cared for Indian flavors but after watching you I’m gonna get them another try.
August 18th, 2010 at 10:48 am
We love you Aarti. So glad that you won!!
August 18th, 2010 at 10:55 am
Aarti,
Congrats on the win. I’m a newbie to FNS and was blown away the first time I watched it. Must say that I love Indian food but can never find good recipes until now! Love the Food Network site and the graphics, they’re so fun! Can’t wait for the show to start!
Congrats again!
August 18th, 2010 at 11:01 am
Aarti!!!! You won!!!! I am so excited for you!! My sister sent me a link to your website, and I’m so glad she did. As a busy mom to three girls ranging in ages from 11 years old to 3, I did not have much time while following the show to look around online to see if you had a blog or website of any kind. I’m glad to know about it now, and I can’t wait to try some of your recipes. My girls and I loved watching The Next Food Network Star together, and you were our favorite from the beginning!! We wish you warm congratulations and many blessings in the days ahead as you follow Him on the journey. God bless you. Please know that you’ll have four devoted fans in Tennessee watching your new Food Network show!
August 18th, 2010 at 11:02 am
Congratulations, Aarti!!! I was rooting for you from the beginning (and actually had no doubts that you’d win)! Can’t wait to watch your show!
August 18th, 2010 at 11:10 am
Congrats, Aarti! I was cheering for you from the very beginning. I look forward to learning how to cook Indian food from your show and this blog. Take care, and have an awesome adventure!!!
August 18th, 2010 at 11:23 am
Got this package if Split Urad— not a clue how to use them and too intimidated to take them out of the pantry—Heeeelp…….
It would be great if before your episodes air we could get a list of the ingredients we need to follow along with you either on the FN site or here—–Bombay Sloppy Joes– I’m intrigued…….
August 18th, 2010 at 11:39 am
Aarti–
Just wanted to say congrats! I wasn’t going to watch FNS ever again if you didn’t win!
It is so inspiring to see a “food blogger” be able to accomplish so grand!
God is good!
Are you still going to keep up with your blog?
I love seeing all the recipes and everything… so i hope so!
August 18th, 2010 at 12:20 pm
Love your show page and my DVR is set and ready to go!! Notice you are making the massaged kale salad on your first show-dare you to do it like on your blog-that would be awesome and would certainly blow some minds!! Also looking forward to your sloppy joes-I don’t do burgers but I’m already planning some tacos using your recipe with a side of raita and chutney!! Can’t wait til Sunday!!
August 18th, 2010 at 12:47 pm
Hi Aarti, I just checked-out your show page, I thought your show would be called Aarti-Paarti, but insteady see Aarti-Party…any reason for the change in name? But it still sounds great..good luck!
August 18th, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Aarti,
You were my number one pick since the fourth episode of FNS, and my husband could not believe how I was screaming and jumping up and down when you won! You are so talented and fun to watch, I can’t wait to see the new series.
Congratulations!
Marisa
San Antonio, Texas
August 18th, 2010 at 1:05 pm
Hi Aarti, Let me start out by saying Congratulation!!!!! I only watched the last 3 episodes and few of your videos now, I am in love with your yummy food and beautiful personality. I am so excited to finally have a Indian on food network but more than that, it is awesome to know that you are a Christian and were so open about your faith in your show by quoting the bible verse about fear. I had everyone in my family praying for u to win. It is truly great that you won and super excited about your OWN SHOW, I wish you all the very best in this new blessing. Oh I can’t wait to try out your recipes.
August 18th, 2010 at 1:54 pm
I have a question about the pizza recipe…I made your youtube one for the finale, and then you changed up some ingredients in the pilot.
When I added the tandoori paste, it turned everything pink (!), but that wasn’t in the FN version.l Does tandoori turn everything red/pink? It’s a new ingredient for me, and I would love to learn how to use it!
CONGRATS!!!!
August 18th, 2010 at 1:58 pm
I finally saw the promotion for your new show and I must say that your kitchen at Food Network looks really beautiful. Looking forward to your “Party”!
August 18th, 2010 at 2:01 pm
Aarti,
I am so happy for you. This is a chance to show the world that you can succeed and be a GOOD person. Thank you for working so hard for this!
To celebrate with you we will be having ‘Aarti’s Pizza’ for dinner on Sunday after church while we watch the television premier of Aarti’s Paarti’
Glow On, Girl!
Lynda
Gen 12:2-3
August 18th, 2010 at 2:10 pm
That’s a lot of e-mails! It must be tough to be the NFNS, but it sure pays off!
August 18th, 2010 at 2:13 pm
Aarti, congratulations! I was rooting for you and so happy to see you win! I can’t wait for your show and hope you give some shout outs to all the food bloggers out there : )
August 18th, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Congratulations, Aarti: You got through your self-doubt and made it. You have such a great spirit. May God bless you in this new adventure in your life.
August 18th, 2010 at 2:37 pm
Hi Aarti, I think my message didn’t get through the first time. Just wanted to congratulate you. You’ve inspired me to go to cooking school, at 44 years of age. I want to compete in Next Food Network Star someday. It might take years, but I don’t care. I will watch your show!
August 18th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
Congrats, Aarti!!! Soo happy that you won… can’t wait for your show. looking forward to try some Indian flavors on American food
August 18th, 2010 at 4:52 pm
Hi Aarti, I just wanted to let you know that I made your “Friday Shrimp” and it was spectacular! In fact we had an entire Indian inspired meal last night. I can’t wait for the new show!
August 18th, 2010 at 5:15 pm
Congrats from this California fan.
August 18th, 2010 at 7:30 pm
I’ll be watching!
August 18th, 2010 at 9:05 pm
You are ADORABLE! You are a welcomed and much needed change to cooking shows. Your life has undoubtedly changed and will continue to do so. Don’t lose yourself and please stay true to your passion. Congrats and be sure to enjoy the ride.
xoxox,
Andrea
PS
I love your singing!!! ;-D
August 18th, 2010 at 9:20 pm
I’m so excited that you won. I discovered you on “you tube” about 10 months ago. Of course that led me to your blog. I was happy to see you as a contestant on Next Food Network Star. You truly did shine above the others… and so deserve to host your own show.
I will be watching… Good Luck!
Angie
August 18th, 2010 at 10:00 pm
congrats aarti… you did it girl! OMG.. that was a tensed movement.. these were my words to LORD just before the final announcement (i swear these are real).. ‘If you can still make miracles please do this one..please.. make Aarti Next Food Network Star…and wallah… God does miracles every second
Tons of Love to you.. Yashasree from Seattle
I am so proud of you.. I always kept thinking why isn’t there a Indian cook among all Food Network Stars and here u go.. Great work.. keep going.. Just be yourself
August 19th, 2010 at 4:41 am
Hi Aarti
Congrats! I am so glad that you have a show in food network. It definitely needs an indian twist. My fav till now in food network is racheal ray. i am thinking hmm – i think aarti is my new fav
can’t wait to see your show this weekend. i checked out some of your recipes in Arrti paarti online. loved it. indian twist to western food has always been my fav. i throw in some cumin powder, garam masala etc to my pasta
good luck!
August 19th, 2010 at 7:20 am
Aarti,
Congrats my dear! I have followed you on Youtube through the years and am so happy to see that you WON! You are truly AWESOME, I cannot wait to watch your show Sunday.Best of luck to you!
August 19th, 2010 at 8:09 am
Congrats!! I was pulling for you the whole time. Can’t wait to watch your show and make all that fantastic food the judges raved about this season!
August 19th, 2010 at 8:47 am
will be waiting to watch your new show. I am sure it will be great! Congrats again.
August 19th, 2010 at 10:02 am
Aarti, I am so happy for you. I watched you grow each week and couldn’t wait for you to win!! I didn’t know you had a blog, but now I am diving into the archives and recipes. Thrilled for both of us!! Best Regards,
Robin
August 19th, 2010 at 10:33 am
Congrats!!! I just saw your page on FoodTV.com. I love that you are starting a blog too. I have added you on my RSS feed. I am loving all your recipe posts. They are very out of the box and it makes me inspired to try them. I wish I could be your friend and hang out with you. You are so personable and lovable in many ways. I am sure your career Food Network is just beginning and can’t wait to come to your book signings one day!
August 19th, 2010 at 12:11 pm
Look at you girl! So awesome…we were rooting for you the whole time and will be tivo-ing your episodes every week!
August 19th, 2010 at 4:02 pm
Hi Aarti!
Happy, HAPPY Birthday!!!! I posted your birthday blessing on the official FB page but it bears repeating here.
May God through Christ Jesus continue to richly bless you with long life until you are satisfied; the abundant love of family and friends; prosperity and health even as your soul prospers. In Jesus’ matchless Name! ENJOY YOUR DAY!!!!
You said on FB that this is the 7th year anniversary of Bren proposing to you, how long have you two been married?
August 19th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
Congratulations Aarti! I’m beyond thrilled and overjoyed for you! I too enjoy bellydancing. I’m a teacher, performer and vendor. I hope you enjoy every second of your new show. I’ll be watching and cheering you on. I would love to design a hair flower for you! Congrats again! ~ Gina
August 19th, 2010 at 4:13 pm
Congratulations Aarti! I’m beyond thrilled and overjoyed for you! I too enjoy bellydancing. I’m a teacher, performer and vendor. I hope you enjoy every second of your new show. I’ll be watching and cheering you on. I would love to design a hair flower for you! Congrats again! ~ Gina Nilaja
August 19th, 2010 at 5:43 pm
Aarti, I was so happy when you won, I thought you had the best concept for a new show on the food network. You have such a warm and welcoming tv personality, which I think is why people respond so well to you. I haven’t had very many Indian dishes, but after watching the dishes you’ve made you make me want to get in my kitchen and start trying new recipes. I wish you much success and look forward to watching your show.
Best of Luck
Lisa K
August 19th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
Hi Aarti,
Just wanted to say congratulations!! Wonderful job!!
August 20th, 2010 at 8:55 am
Congratulations, Aarti! You were my favorite contestant from the first episode of the NFNS! Your lovely personality is infectious, and your food looks amazing! I love to make lots of different ethnic foods, but I have always been too intimidated to try Indian cuisine. I will be watching on Sunday, and I can’t wait to see what you will cook up next. No more self-doubting- you SO deserve all of the success that this win brings!
August 20th, 2010 at 9:11 am
Aarti,
You are a great role model for others and we can’t wait to watch your new show.
Congratulations on your new show! It’s definitely well deserved and we love your encouraging, inspiring, bubbly personality!
Congrats again!
bodyhacker
August 20th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
I am so happy that you won the contest and you deserve it. I am also interested on being a guest for next year here in Sarasota FL for a home show with thousands of people where you can teach the floridians how to cook some of your indian food. What is your fee to be my guest at this event.
Thank you,
God bless you.
August 20th, 2010 at 2:45 pm
Congrats! You’re the next Food Network Star!
August 21st, 2010 at 8:49 am
the scrapbook was great!!!! looking forward to the show!!!!!
August 21st, 2010 at 9:09 am
Congrats, Aarti! Your infectious smile, indomitable spirit and culinary prowess will be welcome additions to the network.
As somebody who has next to zero experience with Indian cuisine, I look forward to infusing your suggestions into my cooking. God bless, and kick butt, girl! You’re already a star!
August 21st, 2010 at 9:46 am
Hey! Congrats! Wondering why the change the name of your show??
August 21st, 2010 at 11:25 am
Congratulations Aarti! I was rooting for you from Day One and was sooo relieved that the judges made the right choice in picking you for the Next Food Network Star! Can’t wait for your show!
P.S. I’m bonkers over the giraffe in your blog header.
August 21st, 2010 at 11:51 am
Congratulations Aarti!!
I watched the whole series and i loved you from the start and had you picked from the beginning…I wish you all the best and success with your show and look forward to seeing you on my favorite channel…
Congrats again!!
I have to say even my 12 year old son Brendan loved you too!!!
Kathy
August 21st, 2010 at 1:56 pm
Congratulations Aarti!
I supported you the whole way through! I’m a HUGE fan! Our whole family watched the show the whole way through. After the last episode, we were so excited and were looking forward to your Aarti Paarti premiere! Wishing you success with your show!
My mom and I really love you and your cooking techniques!
Nazah <3
August 22nd, 2010 at 9:45 am
Just saw your first show. LOVED IT!
I am so excited to try your Sloppy Joes and Pops.
Congrats and the best of luck to you!
You go Girl!
August 22nd, 2010 at 10:05 am
Saw your first show today.. Sorry will not tune in again. Back to french cooking. Good luck anyway………
August 22nd, 2010 at 10:37 am
Aarti, I loved your first episode, and can hardly wait to try out the new recipes from today. All three sound fabulous. You’re a hit at my house! Looking forward to more yummy stuff.
August 22nd, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Aartie; please, please take your spatula out of your food while you are cooking it! It leaves the plastic residue and chemicals behind and also the plastic taste. That is horrible you are leaving it in while you are boiling stuff. I would NOT eat your food cause you leave your utensils in it. And it is unsanitary. please put them on a plate to the side. This is my request. You are throwing way to many items at people. Sorry.
> DO NOT GIVE MY EMAIL OUT TO ANYONE> Thanks and have a good show. Rachael should have told you to take your spatula out of the cooking. 
>
August 22nd, 2010 at 12:30 pm
Aarti,
Congrats on your victory. During the airing of the Next Food Network Star, my 4-year old daughter always asked “Where’s the girl with the flower in her hair on my favorite show?” She was looking for the flower in your hair on your pilot.
Along with your new creations, I hope you’ll post some traditional recipes as well. For starters, I’m really looking forward to Chicken Tikka Masala recipe.
Good luck with your new show.
- Matt
August 22nd, 2010 at 1:00 pm
Hi Aarti,
Congrats on the big win! You were my favorite from the start! I am half Indian, but lost my father when I was very young and was not exposed to that side of my culture growing up since most of his family is in India.
I’ve always struggled to order Indian food at restaurants with friends and was very ashamed about it. I can’t wait to try out the recipes from your site and from the show!
Good luck with your show!
~ Elisha
August 22nd, 2010 at 2:01 pm
Hi Aarti,
Congrats on winning. Been rooting for you since the beginning.
My friend’s love Indian food and are always asking me for recipes.
I am referring my non vegetarian friend’s over to your site as they love indian food and are always asking me for recipes ,and i can only accomodate them with veggie dishes.
Keep up the good work.
Lots of luck with your new tv show and hope it stays a success and not taken off the air as some of the winner’s shows were.
Good luck.
Mira
August 22nd, 2010 at 3:03 pm
Congrats! I was SO happy when they announced you as the winner!! I can’t wait to watch your first episode (I DVR’d it)…..it’ll be awesome to have a different type of cuisine to learn on Food Network!
August 22nd, 2010 at 3:03 pm
Just watched your first show. Wow! I’ve lived over half a century and never wanted to try kale…. until now. You’re changing the way America eats!. Can’t wait until show number 2.
August 22nd, 2010 at 3:35 pm
Aarti Congratulations!
My daughters and I were cheering you on during the New Food Network Chef. You did a great job! Saw the new show today. It was great. I”m looking forward to trying your recipes. Is the kitchen that you are filming in really your kitchen or did they put something together for you that quickly on the set? I love the colors and how it’s set up.
Once again congrats! Looking forward to watching more of your shows!
Rhonda
August 22nd, 2010 at 4:13 pm
Loved your new show. I loved the kale/mango salad …I have access to mangos and it is my next dish. I blogged on the beatnik spinach…because I loved the recipe. I am trying to make Palak Paneer and something along that line. We non-indian chefs w/no indian friends or relatives have been programmed on what is accessable, either in local restaurants or in the supermarket…only problem I can’t replicate for dinner party or at home dinners…. Thank you so much for creating or SHARING such satisfying meals.
August 22nd, 2010 at 7:07 pm
Congratulations on your new show! I watched it today and was totally impressed! It didn’t even seem like the first show; it seemed like you had been doing the show for years, you were such a natural in front of the camera!
I’m excited to try making some of your food, too! I only have one problem, though – I have a cumin allergy! I’m hoping that you can let me know sometime if I should leave it out of the recipes or if there is something I can substitute for it.
Thanks!
August 22nd, 2010 at 9:13 pm
So glad you won the contest. Had no idea your roots traced to Bombay like mine. It’s always nice to see someone from the same background make it big – gives us all hope!
So did you play arty party (the game) when you visited India on vacation from Dubai?
August 22nd, 2010 at 11:58 pm
My 8 year old made you a “congrats” card! She has been watching you on Food Network and is a HUGE fan! Is there a way to email you this lovely card or to send it somewhere? She is so excited for you!!! (We are all, of course, thrilled you won!)
August 23rd, 2010 at 9:02 am
Loved watching you and everyone on FNC this season (my first time watching) I was hooked! You always lit up the room. I wish I could say I was rooting for you all the way but I dont like curry and some of the Indian spices but I really really like you as a person and found your food to be almost irresistible as the judges would explain how it was always warm and inviting and delicious. I love to cook that way.
Now reading on GlutenFreeVille that you are going GF I was intrigued!! Aarti! I found out in May of this year that I am Gluten Intolerant, after all these years and strange symptoms this is where I landed! It has been so stretching for me to learn to cook differently after 30 years of cooking for my family the traditional way : (. After realizing my daughter (25) is GI as well it has been interesting around here I am either going to have to learn to like Indian spices or I will learn to make adjustments which I am getting very good at!!! haha. I learned to like Cilantro and Cumin! Not quite the same I know…lol.
Anyway I will be following your blog now much more closely for those GF ideas you give as well as your show!! Congratulations and hope you find great joy in this season of your life! I am very happy you won and hope that you enjoy the gift you have been given. ; D
God bless you sister!
August 23rd, 2010 at 10:45 am
Congratulations, so proud of you Paisan! My (white) husband, who probably married me thinking he was going to get homemade Indian food (his favorite) is going to be SO happy that I will actually make some of your awesome recipes! Thank GOD for HGTV or I may have never found you. Best of luck – you are headed for huge things!
August 23rd, 2010 at 12:47 pm
YOU GO, GIRL! YOU WERE MY FAVORITE FROM THE VERY BEGINNING AND YOUR NEW SHOW SUNDAY PROVED ME RIGHT. YOU WERE WARM, ENTERTAINING, INFORMATIVE, SWEET – I COULD GO ON AND ON. WHAT A GREAT BEGINNING, AARTI! I’M EVEN GOING TO TRY SOME OF THE RECIPES, WHICH IS THE BEST COMPLIMENT I CAN GIVE. RACHEL RAY IS MY NUMBER ONE, BUT YOU ARE ALREADY SO CLOSE BEHIND HER IN THE NUMBER TWO FAVORITE SPOT. I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST!
DIANA
August 23rd, 2010 at 4:07 pm
I AM SOOOO STOKED FOR YOU!!! Congrats on the big win. I never missed a show and was rooting for you all the way. Loved your first show btw.
August 23rd, 2010 at 8:14 pm
Hi Aarti…Congratulations…Thanks for representing the cuisine of India which is one of the world’s most diverse cuisines…
All the best
Once again congrats! Looking forward to watching more of your shows…
August 23rd, 2010 at 11:44 pm
Every season I pick 2 favorites to root for after the very first episode… You were my first choice to win! I rooted for you all season and was overjoyed that you took it all the way… Fantastic! I am female a chef as well, and have really struggled my own self confidence from time to time , so I really identified with that part of your character… Here is to your future, and here is also to my future watching your show every week!
बधाई हो
August 25th, 2010 at 2:28 pm
Dear Aarti: Congratulations! I am so proud of you! You are such an inspiration, not only to women in general, but to Indian women all over to the world. To rise above and host your own tv show is quite an accomplishment. You are certainly a star! But, this is just the beginning of the road for you, as I’m sure the future holds more wonderful things for you. Keep up the good work and continue to make us proud
You rock!!
Smitty
August 25th, 2010 at 4:50 pm
Hi, Aarti Aunti,
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love the flower in your hair, and i love your curly hair. Your show is so awesome, I watch your shows on you tube all the time. I love your SHAHRUKH KHAN mirror that i saw on the you tube video. When your food is cooking its funny the way you entertain people while your waiting for the food to cook. I’m 11 years old and i never liked food network until i saw your show, and i’ve been a fan of yours ever since. I love to make chaat pappri for my daddy. I also like to make ghosht salan (beef curry). And shrimp rice and lastly fish. I graciously invite you to my house so i can make all of these meals for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
from, nikki:)
August 27th, 2010 at 3:22 pm
Hi Aarti auntie. I am 11 years old and i watch your show all the the time. i always want to do everything when my mommy is cooking. I love making chaat for my daddy and mommy.when ever i watch your show i always take notes all the time. CONGRATES ON WINNING THE NEXT FOOD NETWORK STAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i love your show alot.:)
August 27th, 2010 at 3:24 pm
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August 28th, 2010 at 1:15 am
Hey Aarti, Love Your Sweet Spirit and Amazing Cooking Talent!
I have an India neighbor who has intro. me to great food! I watched “Food Network Star” for the first time this season…Okay…I voted for you ALL along! However…Sweetie, You are BLESSED!!!
From Your adorable Hubby to Your Precious Baby Sister…YOU R BLESSED! (BTW, just now read your bio’s) Bottom Line….Can’t wait to be charmed with your twinkle and smile….while learning great new (for me) India twist on my Americana’ foods!
Blesssings and Hugs,
Sue
August 29th, 2010 at 9:26 am
Aarti,
You were my favorite all along and I am so so glad you won. I just LOVE your show, it is just so great and so you. And your recipes are awesome.
August 29th, 2010 at 9:37 am
We watched you Aarti from the first showm the the finale, you were suppose to win,That smile won us over…by the way…Your cooking was the greatest on the show!!! So Very Happy U Won, Aarti!!! Good luck on your NEW show!!! Kudos…:)
August 29th, 2010 at 11:52 am
Hi aarti aunty,
My name is gopika i am 6 years old but i will be 7 on 31st august. Anyway all i want to tell you that i love your show and love you too. My dad is a chef in dallas he is opening his own restaurant called sutra by vijay sadhu. Please visit me when youcome to dallas. Thanks and keep up the good work.
Bye
gopika from dallas
September 1st, 2010 at 3:52 pm
Aarti,
I have nothing new to say that hasn’t already been said but I just wanted to say that you were one of my fav’s on “The Next Food Network Star” and I’m so glad that you won! My husband is from India and I’m from the U.S. so cooking has always been a challenge for us. I can’t wait to try your recipes, it’s like an east meets west explosion in a good way. We need more Indian food and influences on the Food Network and you are Godsend!
September 6th, 2010 at 12:26 pm
Aarti, I was just so happy to see that you won. I love cooking with Indian spices and have looked forward to he day we have some like you showing us how to use them in other-than-Indian food. You are a charmer and I am sure your show will be successful. Congratulations!
September 6th, 2010 at 1:37 pm
Hey Aarti! Love your show, your recipes are fantastic! I have become fascitated with Indian cooking, and am trying to incorporate it into other genres! When I found garam masala I literally went “whoo hooo finally” LOL. Can’t wait for your next episode, as always!
Your friend,
Dale.
BTW, I have found that garam masala goes great with squash! : http://allrecipes.com/PersonalRecipe/62449889/Butternut-Squash-Ravioli-Filling-with-Garam-Masala-and-Thyme/Detail.aspx
this is mine, let me know what you think!
September 11th, 2010 at 3:08 pm
I cant what to see your next show.
September 12th, 2010 at 8:12 pm
Dear Aarti,
Today my mom and I saw your show and we loved it!!! We decided to make your Massaged Kale Salad. It was delicious!!! You are amazing. I knew you would win The Next Food Network Star when you made it to the finals. You are so colorful and joyful when you cook. Your feelings come out on the plate. Have I mentioned I am only 10 years old. Good luck and I hope your carrier takes you far!!!
From,
Amy
September 15th, 2010 at 11:59 am
Need recipes with heeng.
September 18th, 2010 at 5:13 pm
I stumbled upon your video while searching for seekh kabab rec. WOW you are amazing. Any plans on touring your alma mater city. Would love to meet you. Even though I never watched your show on food network(I never heard of you until youtube) Congrats.
September 19th, 2010 at 4:17 pm
Hi Aarti, I am so very excited for you, I was inspired by you and now want to be a chef also (when I grow up of course, because I am only 12). I made my own cooking blog and everything. I admire you very much and hope you get a chance to read this.
~Madeline(your biggest fan)
August 20th, 2011 at 10:52 am
hi! love your show! I have so much fun watching it and you always make me and my 11 yr old stepson hungry!!!!
I wanted to know how to spell (or properly say) the round can of spices that you have and where can we get one (wouldnt it be cool if you actually marketed them?). I would really like something like that maybe with the little round spice bowls having plastic lids so everything stays fresh. If you could let us viewers know (unless you have already and sorry if you have but i could not google it enough) that would be awesome!
THanks