OGM. No, we don’t mean OMG. We mean OGM. As in, “Oh, garam masala.” That’s how incredible this sweet and earthy loveliness is.
About Aliya LeeKong
With a multicultural heritage, both Indo-Pakistani and Tanzanian, Aliya LeeKong is passionate about bringing exotic spices, ingredients, and traditions into American cooking. She spent years in a number of culturally diverse kitchens in New York City, ranging from triple Michelin-starred restaurants to tiny, ethnic spots, and has traveled to more than 35 countries in the past 10 years, learning from international home cooks and chefs alike. She lives in Brooklyn, NY with her husband and daughter. Exotic Table is her first cookbook. @aliyaleekong
Fig Tart with Goat Cheese and Pistachios
Ever find yourself in something of a frenzy for figs? Here’s how to put that lovely excess to swell and swanky use.