Aarti Party

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  • 2010
  • 3 Seasons
  • 6.0  (24)

Aarti Party was a cooking show that aired on Food Network in 2010. The show was hosted by Aarti Sequeira, an Indian-American chef and food blogger who won the sixth season of Food Network Star. The show was based around Sequeira's love of Indian cuisine and her desire to bring elements of it into everyday American cooking. Each episode focused on a specific theme or ingredient, such as street food or potatoes, and Sequeira would create several dishes that showcased the theme. The show had a bright and colorful set, with lots of Indian-inspired decor and a relaxed atmosphere. Sequeira was an energetic and enthusiastic host, often incorporating humor and personal anecdotes into her cooking demonstrations. She also encouraged viewers to experiment with new ingredients and techniques, and often gave tips for simplifying or adapting recipes for busy home cooks. One of the unique aspects of Aarti Party was Sequeira's use of technology. In each episode, she would feature a "Virtual Cocktail Party" segment where she would Skype with a group of friends and serve them her latest dishes. This allowed her to interact with viewers in real-time and get feedback on her recipes. Another recurring segment on the show was "Aarti's Five," where Sequeira would share five tips or tricks related to the episode's theme or ingredient. These could range from knife skills to flavor pairing suggestions. Overall, Aarti Party was a fun and engaging cooking show that offered a fresh take on Indian cuisine and encouraged viewers to explore new flavors and techniques. Sequeira's enthusiasm and charisma made her a beloved host, and her willingness to incorporate technology into the show helped make it feel modern and relevant.

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Seasons
Humble But Hearty
13. Humble But Hearty
September 24, 2011
Aarti Sequeira makes a meal with satisfying flavors and a humble price tag. Her menu includes Lebanese Lentils, Rice and Caramelized Onions, Roasted Eggplant Salad and Orange and Grapefruit Salad with Coriander and Black Olives.
Baby Shower
12. Baby Shower
September 17, 2011
Aarti Sequeira pays tribute to the wonder of things that come in small packages. Her menu includes Smoky Spinach Artichoke Dip, Lasagna Cupcakes and Aarti's Blackberry-Ginger Clafouti.
Bollywood Nights
11. Bollywood Nights
September 10, 2011
Aarti Sequeira makes a Bollywood-themed meal that features Roasted Lamb Curry with Garam Masala, Caraway and Apricots. Alongside, she serves Naan flatbread and Green Apple and Ginger Chutney.
Cooking with Fire!
10. Cooking with Fire!
September 3, 2011
Aarti Sequeira fires up the grill to serve Sweet Temptation Ribs with a tamarind glaze to a group of her friends. On the side, she serves Root Beer Baked Beans and Watermelon, Feta and Mint Skewers with Sumac.
Eating Like a Kid
9. Eating Like a Kid
August 27, 2011
Aarti Sequeira makes a couple dishes she grew up with and another she invented as an adult. Her menu includes an Indian ground beef dish called Kheema, Summer Squash with Turmeric Butter and ice cream with chocolate sauce.
Mumbai-Italiano
8. Mumbai-Italiano
August 20, 2011
Aarti Sequeira brings two of her favorite cuisines, Italian and Indian, together in one meal. She makes Caprese Salad with Roasted Mango Dressing, Meatball Curry and, for dessert, Bedouin Affogato.
Burger Station
7. Burger Station
August 13, 2011
Aarti Sequeira grills up Old-Fashioned Burgers and makes two sauces, Ketchup Chutney and Muhammara with roasted red peppers and walnuts. Her Sweet Potato Fries are tossed in warm spices and baked until golden and crispy.
Dinner for Piglet
6. Dinner for Piglet
August 6, 2011
Aarti Sequeira makes a meal in honor of her sister, affectionately nicknamed Piglet. The menu includes swordfish steaks, Zucchini Ribbon Salad and flambeed bananas in brown sugar sauce with toasted coconut.
The Big Cheese
5. The Big Cheese
July 30, 2011
Aarti Sequeira makes fresh cheese in 30 minutes with two everyday ingredients, and then she cooks with it! Her menu includes Saag Paneer and Spicy Paneer Fingers with Dates and Almonds.
Mezze on My Mind
4. Mezze on My Mind
July 23, 2011
Aarti Sequeira recreates her Mediterranean vacation through mezze, the Turkish equivalent of tapas. She makes Eggplant Rolls with Ricotta, Walnuts and Mint, Tabbouleh, and Garlicky Grilled Calamari and Nectarine Salad.
Sips and Nibbles
3. Sips and Nibbles
July 16, 2011
Aarti Sequeira's mixologist friend shakes up some sips while Aarti cooks up tasty nibbles like Pomegranate, Sriracha and Mint Chicken Wings, Beef Kebabs and Parsnip Hummus.
Beach Blanket Bites
2. Beach Blanket Bites
July 9, 2011
Aarti Sequeira packs a picnic that is perfect with a side of sunshine and good company. She makes Banh Mi Wraps, Newspaper Nuts dusted with Indian spices and, to drink, Thai Agua Fresca with lychee and coconut water.
Summertime and the Cookin' Is Easy
1. Summertime and the Cookin' Is Easy
July 2, 2011
Aarti Sequiera creates light, fresh dishes for warm days. Her menu includes Fried Green Tomatillos to top with creamy burrata, Cucumber-Lychee Gazpacho with feta crostini and, finally, Coconut-Lime Granita.
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Aarti Party was a cooking show that aired on Food Network in 2010. The show was hosted by Aarti Sequeira, an Indian-American chef and food blogger who won the sixth season of Food Network Star. The show was based around Sequeira's love of Indian cuisine and her desire to bring elements of it into everyday American cooking. Each episode focused on a specific theme or ingredient, such as street food or potatoes, and Sequeira would create several dishes that showcased the theme.

The show had a bright and colorful set, with lots of Indian-inspired decor and a relaxed atmosphere. Sequeira was an energetic and enthusiastic host, often incorporating humor and personal anecdotes into her cooking demonstrations. She also encouraged viewers to experiment with new ingredients and techniques, and often gave tips for simplifying or adapting recipes for busy home cooks.

One of the unique aspects of Aarti Party was Sequeira's use of technology. In each episode, she would feature a "Virtual Cocktail Party" segment where she would Skype with a group of friends and serve them her latest dishes. This allowed her to interact with viewers in real-time and get feedback on her recipes.

Another recurring segment on the show was "Aarti's Five," where Sequeira would share five tips or tricks related to the episode's theme or ingredient. These could range from knife skills to flavor pairing suggestions.

Overall, Aarti Party was a fun and engaging cooking show that offered a fresh take on Indian cuisine and encouraged viewers to explore new flavors and techniques. Sequeira's enthusiasm and charisma made her a beloved host, and her willingness to incorporate technology into the show helped make it feel modern and relevant.

  • Premiere Date
    August 22, 2010
  • IMDB Rating
    6.0  (24)