Software engineer. Now: Business Man.

I spent two decades writing software before I decided to start my own business. I make hot sauces and other things. I also love to cook. This is where you'll find my journey — the code, the recipes, and my company.

Anand Poolla — backgroundAP-01Rev A
No.PropertyValueRemark
01First program writtenAge 10On a Sinclair ZX Spectrum +3
02Moved to the United States2000For a Master's degree
03U.S. citizenship2019Naturalized
04Currently documentingSouth Indian recipesTraditional, home-style dishes

Full history on the About page.

02 · Two tracks, one site
03 · Featured

Stocking the pantry

Before the recipes, the ingredients. A running list of what to keep stocked for South Indian home cooking, and where to find it.

Visit the pantry →

04 · From the blog

South Indian recipes, written the way I actually cook them.

05 · Get in touch

Say hello

Reach out about business, recipes, or just to say hi.

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