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Raksha Bandhan Special

Masala Monk Rakhi Special
This Raksha Bandhan Deserves To Be Special and Our Gift Boxes Are All Ready❤️
 
 And just like that half of this cursed year of 2021 is over and all our beloved Indian festivities are queued up to cheer up the remaining days of the year. To embark the happiness of celebrating our traditional rituals, let’s start by making Raksha Bandhan a little more special this year. And why not?
We all will agree that the crisis has taught us that we should never miss a chance to make our special ones feel how important they are. And a little extra effort never gets overlooked.
 
So this Raksha Bandhan, add some more warmth into the relationship with your sibling and show him/her that hidden love in you. It is up to you how you want to surprise your sibling, but don’t forget a special gift box from Masala Monk, curated for every unique relationship and made with love at home. I understand that saying thank you to your sibling can get a little awkward but don’t worry, our homemade cake tubs and assorted gift boxes will just say it loud for you.
 
Nothing other than a box of homemade deliciousness can convey your gratitude for what role your sibling has played in your life. Whatever be the predilection of your sister or brother, we have one for all taste buds. From boozy spreads to nutty mixtures we have different combo packs to choose from and help you bring a change in the age-old and predictable gifting ideas. Here is a list of gift boxes we have curated and all you need to do is pick the one which will overwhelm your sibling and celebrate an extra special Raksha Bandhan.
 
• Artisanal All-time Gift Box – Rose Preserve, Nut Trail, Mukhwas, Dry Paan

Artisanal All time Gift Box~ Rose Preserve, Nut Trail, Mukhwas, Dry Paan

• Boozy Spreads Combo- Orange Whiskey, Gin Berry, Mango Tequila

Boozy Spreads Combo- Orange Whiskey, Gin Berry, Mango Tequila

• Boozy Spreads Sampler Box- Orange Whiskey, Gin Berry, Intensity Dark Chocolate and Rhum, Mango Tequila

Boozy Spreads Sampler Box

• Gourmet Classic Gift Box- Banoffee, Intensity Dark Chocolate and Rhum, Nut Trail, Sweet Chilli Jam

Gourmet Classic Gift Box~ Banoffee, Chocolate Rhum, Nut Trail, Sweet Chilli Jam

• Gourmet Classic- Banoffee, Intensity Dark Chocolate and Rhum, Sweet Chilli Jam

Gourmet Classic- Banofee, Choclate Rum, SweetChilli

• Gourmet Thandai Box-Rose, Kesar Pista, Cashew and Butterscotch, Zero Sugar

Gourmet Thandai Box~ Rose, Kesar Pista, Cashew & Butterscotch, Zero Sugar

• Homemade Eggless Mayonnaise combo- Wasabi, Achari, Bengal Kasundi

Homemade Eggless Mayonnaise combo- Wasabi, Achari and Bengal Kasundi

• Homemade Eggless Mayonnaise Sampler Box- Wasabi, Achari, Bengal Kasundi, Banoffee

Homemade Eggless Mayonnaise Sampler Box

• Homemade Jams Combo- Strawberry, Exotic Cherry, Lychee

Homemade Jams Combo- Strawberry, Exotic Cherry, Lychee

• Instant Cooler Gift Box- AamPanna, Imly Amlana, Pineapple Kairi Panna, Watermelon Kiwi Punch

Instant Cooler Gift Box~ AamPanna, Imly Amlana, Pineapple Kairi Panna, Watermelon Kiwi Punch

• Instant Drink Mix- AamPanna, Imly, Watermelon Kiwi

Instant Drink Mix- AamPanna, Imly, Watermelon Kiwi

• Kickass Boozy Spread Gift Box-Orange Whiskey Marmalade, Gin Berry, Intensity Dark Chocolate and Rhum, Mango Tequila

Kickass Boozy Spread Gift Box ~ Orange Whiskey Marmalade, Gin Berry, Chocolate Rhum Spread, Mango Tequila Jam.

• Thandai Mix Combo- Rose, KesarPista, Butterscotch Cashew

Thandai Mix Combo- Rose, KesarPista, Butterscotch Cashew

• Artisanal Masala Gift Box- Raita Masala, Bharwa Masala, Punjabi Tari Masala & Butter Chicken Masala

Artisanal Masala Gift Box- Raita Masala, Bharwa Masala, Punjabi Tari Masala & Butter Chicken Masala

• Artisanal Masala Gift Box: Raita Masala, Punjabi Tari Masala, Bharwa Masala

Artisanal Masala Gift Box: Raita Masala, Punjabi Tari Masala, Bharwa Masala

• Gourmet Nut Butter Gift Box: Chunky Peanut Butter, Creamy Peanut Butter and Almond Butter

Gourmet Nut Butter Gift Box: Chunky Peanut Butter, Creamy Peanut Butter and Almond Butter

• Instant Drinks Gift Box: Instant Shikanji, Pink Hibiscus Lemonade and Hot Chocolate Mix

Instant Drinks Gift Box: Instant Shikanji, Pink Hibiscus Lemonade and Hot Chocolate Mix

 
Also, lucky are those who are in Delhi NCR because you can add something extra sweet to your gift list. This Raksha Bandhan, select from an array of homemade, creamy and flavourful cake tubs for a sweet gesture towards your brother or sister.

While the above products ship all over India, Cheesecakes, Ghewar and Paenut butter cookies are available only for Delhi/NCR.

To place your orders for Raksha Bandhan – just mention ‘For Raksha Bandhan’ in order notes while ordering – all orders with that written are going to be delivered on Raksha Bandhan and with special stickers on the cake tubs (Only applicable for all products delivered in Delhi/NCR which includes cheesecakes and other products as well)
For non-Delhi/NCR delivery, we cannot promise a specific delivery date as it is shipped via courier.

• Kesar Pista Thandai Cheesecake

Kesar Pista Thandai Cheesecake

• Blueberry Cheesecake

Blueberry Cheesecake in a Tub – STAY AT HOME – 100% Eggless

• Cherry and Roasted Almond Cheesecake

Cherry and Roasted Almond Cheesecake in a Tub – 100% Eggless

• Rose Ghewar

Rose Ghewar

• Malai Ghewar

Malai Ghewar

• Peanut Butter Cookies – Flour-less and Gluten-free

Peanut Butter Cookies – Flour-less and Gluten-free

Remember, gifts can’t be valued by the price but by the warmth that it contains. We value this idea and thus when it comes to quality, Masala Monk makes no compromise. This is our secret to winning hearts and now it’s your turn. Win your sibling’s heart with our special Raksha Bandhan gift boxes and thank us later.

Cheesecakes, Ghewar and Peanut Butter Cookies are available only for Delhi/NCR.All other products will be shipped anywhere in India.

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Father’s Day Special – Sweet Gratitude for your Father’s Selfless Love

Masala Monk Fathers day stickers

Every father deserves one for every time he covered for your innocent mistakes, he deserves one for encouraging you every time you were about to give up, he deserves one for every small thing he did for you without even being noticed. Father’s day is around the corner and you just got another reason to express your gratitude to your father for all the thankless job he had been doing since days you don’t even remember about.

Fathers day Special cakes Masala monk

Though this year, with the outbreak of COVID-19, there has been a massive tension globally, that should not stop us from celebrating this super special day. With limited options to do something special for your fathers at this time of crisis, how about surprising him with a sweet gesture?

To place your orders for fathers day – just mention ‘For Father’s Day’ in order notes while ordering – all orders with that written are going to be delivered on Father’s day and with special stickers on the cake tubs.

What better than starting this special day with a box full of happiness, made of sweet delicacies. Choose your dad’s favourite flavour(s) from Masala Monk’s special range of homemade cake tubs and surprise him on this father’s day.

Banoffee pie cake tub

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Does daddy have a Sweet Tooth? Well, our Banoffee Pie is going to charm him for sure.

Mango cheesecake tub

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Favourite Dessert of your Favourite Fruit…

 Blueberry cheesecake tub

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Blueberries on a Cheesecake – a classic that always works.

Red velvet cake tub

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Chocolate hazelnut cake tub

Chocolate Hazelnut Fathers day Campaign Masala Monk-min
Chocolate Hazelnut cake : Because, even Dad’s love Chocolate.

Cherry and Roasted Almond Cheesecake

cherry cake in a tub Fathers day Campaign Masala Monk-min
Cherry Cheesecake is definitely going make your Dad smile 🙂

Made with utmost hygienic concerns and best quality ingredients, a tub or two of the heavenly rich, creamy, soft, spongy cake can be an instant mood lifter and is sure to make your father feel special. Every bite of the freshly homemade cakes is filled with tons of love and natural flavours, soothing enough to convey your personalised father’s day message.

Shipping all over Delhi & Gurgaon, you can see our complete range by when you Click Here

To place your orders for fathers day – just mention ‘For Father’s Day’ in order notes while ordering – all orders with that written are going to be delivered on Father’s day and with special stickers on the cake tubs.

fathers day cakes in a jar
Masala Monk Fathers day campaign


To place your orders for fathers day – just mention ‘For Father’s Day’ in order notes while ordering – all orders with that written are going to be delivered on Father’s day and with special stickers on the cake tubs.

For more information please email us on order.MasalaMonk@gmail.com or send us a message on Facebook Messenger.

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How to receive deliveries in Covid19 outbreak?

As you know we have started with special deliveries in Lockdown and are catering to Delhi and Gurgaon – after listening to numerous patrons we introduced a few items and a Stay at Home Menu you help you stay and inside and maintain some sanity and happiness while doing so.

Our boys are trained in zero contact delivery and are approved by the government for deliveries in lockdown – they use gloves, masks, etc – you do not have to go near them and they will keep the pack where ever you want them to – keeping a distance of course.

You get the package, sanitize the outer bag – remove the main Tub / Jar from the bag – sanitize it and let it sit for a while – wash your hands thoroughly wait for some time, chill the tub and then enjoy it. You can use these precautions and processes not only for Masala Monk products but for all kinds of deliveries edible or otherwise that you receive at your home.

Homes, where items are made, are cleaned several times a day and people wear hairnets, gloves, masks, aprons, etc while preparing the food. 🙂

So stay at home, stay healthy and order away from our Stay At Home Menu or simply from the Desserts/Cakes section and keep celebrating the lids.

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5 reasons Gulkand deserves to be in your daily diet

sun-cooked preserve of Damask rose petals.

Did you know that gulkand acts like a wine! No, not in giving you a buzz, but that like wine, it also gets better as it ages. A favourite among the ancient Indo-Persians, gulkand brings in the aura along with its essence. Used in several gastronomies these days, gulkand also works as a mouth-freshener and is thus consumed with paan. But the most important part about gulkand is that more than a delicacy, it is a natural healer…if consumed properly in the right quantity and with the right ingredient.

To read our detailed and latest post on Gulkand, please Click Here.

So here is a pro tip, to get the best benefit of gulkand, mix a spoon or two with a glass of milk and relish it regularly. Or, if you are in the mood of whipping a glass full of thandai, mix gulkand with cold milk and thandai mix.

Now the question is why would you bother to incorporate the habit of drinking a glass of gulkand mixed milk regularly? Apart from the fact that it tastes delicious, here is why:

  • It acts as a natural coolant: Gulkand when used in desserts, create a lip-smacking flavour that not only soothes your sweet-tooth but also cools your entire system. It helps to cool off the body from the scorching heat during the summers. Thus, gulkand + milk= solution for all heat-related issues such as fatigue, laziness, burning, stomachaches, mouth ulcers, headaches, nose bleeding, sunstroke, redness and inflammation of the eyes, or body pain.
  • A great dose of calcium: Gulkand when mixed with milk, can fulfil your body’s daily calcium quota. This helps treat and make teeth and gums strong and fight women problems like leucorrhea and heavy menses.
  • It acts as a digestive stimulant: This is a great cure for any digestive issue. It improves body metabolism appetite, thus keeping you fit. Also, gulkand, when consumed with milk, reduces acidity, constipation, peptic ulcer, and gastritis, keeping your intestine away from ulcers and swelling.
  • Great stress buster: Gulkand mixed with milk at night is medicine for sound sleep as well. It keeps the heart and nervous system under control, reducing stress.
  • Get a flawless skin: This rose jam when consumed with milk purifies your blood and can bring a rosy glow to your skin by reducing pimples, acne, redness, rash, inflammation, itching and blemishes.

Well, now since you know that gulkand is not just for taste, but also for nutrition, let me also tell you that the best benefits of gulkand can only be derived from a quality product, free of any kind of adulteration. So, at Masala Monk, we have curated this homemade Gulabo to help you get gulkand in its purest form.

To read our detailed and latest post on Gulkand, please Click Here.

An often asked question is – Does Gulkand increase Weight? Well I think with some confidence we can say – No Gulkand does not increase weight, given that you stick to a teaspoon or two a day. If you are having 2 teaspoons a day, you essentially would be consuming 1 Teaspoon of sugar, you can always count in that your Macros and Calorie intake and plan accordingly. We know it is delicious and as tasty tempted as you might be, eating the whole jar at once is highly NOT recommended.

Gulabo ~ Rose Preserve – Homemade Gulkand
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Have you tried this Desi Sauce? It is giving Ketchup Run for its money

Meethi Amchur ki Chutney by Masala Monk

We Indians are known for the different variants of spices we use in our cuisine and we are proud to introduce these delicious aromas to the world. But the secret of using these spices are still locked safe with our naanis and dadis (grandmothers). No matter how far we travel and how many cuisines we explore, the Indian in us wakes up once in a while to crave for that favourite dish made by our mother or grandmother.

And when that hunger for desi food strikes, it strikes hard to make all your taste buds scream at the same time. Deep-fried samosa, kachori, pakoda, or paanipuri is all you can think of. All it takes for you is to make a quick run to grab your favourite bhajji or just shake up the hidden cook in you and fry some pakodas at home.

But wait. What do you generally pair it with? If your answer is ketchup or any random chutney you come across, then let me remind you about that the chutney which has the right amount of spices, saltiness, sweetness and tanginess in it. If the bells are still not ringing, let me tell you, if you are an Indian, you must have had this chutney at least once in your life and had thought that this is the best match for your deep-fried snacks.

Meethi Amchur ki Chutney or Saunth is what we call it, the authentic recipe of which is still kept in Indian homes and is the best accompaniment for any Indian dish, be it paranthas, dahi ke gulgule, mathis, or fried snacks. With such a versatile flavour, this desi sauce can easily knock all other international sauces out of the park. No other chutney can enhance the flavour of Indian food the way Saunth dose.

Being the most chatpata chutney, Meethi Amchur ki Chutney contains several Indian ingredients, but the primary ingredient is dry ginger powder, also called saunth and that’s how it got the name. Apart from holding the nutritional benefits of dry ginger, Saunth is a condiment which can be stored for a long period.

Meethi Amchur ki Chutney or Saunth is what we call it, the authentic recipe of which is still kept in Indian homes and is the best accompaniment for any Indian dish. Amchoor ki meethi chutney is very popular in North Indian households and you might come across it in street-side chaat and pakoda stalls. If your tongue is rolling already, waiting to make that chatkara sound post the first taste of saunth, here is good news for you. Masala Monk is all set to bring this Indian delicacy to your doorstep with our new Nani Maa’s Meethi Saunth. This authentic Meethi Saunth has been whipped up using a recipe straight from Nani Maa’s kitchen and is a must-have for those who love chatpata Indian snacks.

Meethi Amchur ki Chutney
The right amount of spices, saltiness, sweetness and tanginess to spark any meal

Why is Nani Maa’s Meethi Saunth better than any regular ketchup and sauce?

  • Versatile flavour: Be it paranthas, dahi ke gulgule, mathis, or fried snacks. Saunth has a versatile flavour and this desi sauce can easily knock all other international sauces out of the park. No other chutney can enhance the flavour of Indian food the way Saunth dose.
  • Not only delicious, but also healthy: Being the most chatpata chutney, Meethi Amchur ki Chutney contains several Indian ingredients, but the primary ingredient is dry ginger powder, also called saunth and that’s how it got the name. Apart from holding the nutritional benefits of dry ginger, Saunth is a condiment which can be stored for a long period.
  • Elevate the taste of your healthy diet: After bragging a whole lot about the chemistry between this amchoor ki meethi chutney and fried food, it will be an injustice to not tell you the healthier part about this chutney. For all those who believe in a healthy diet, you can mix this to your fruit bowl to assemble a healthy and tasty chaat. Don’t forget to try this with your good old shakarkandi ka chaat as well.
  • Homemade: Nothing tastes better than the taste of homemade food that are made with love and no preservative. Store-bought ketchup and sauces are generally adulterated, make it rather harmful to consume.
Saunth by Masala Monk
Use it for your fruit chaat or as an accompaniment to your favourite Indian dish

So whatever be your go-to evening snack, paanipuri, aaloo tikki chaat, dahi bhalle, papdi chaat, bhel puri, or fruit salad, relish it like a real Indian and take a generous helping from Naani Maa.