Udupi Thovve is the watery version of the Thovve that is prepared during festivals. This is comfort food when eaten with hot Rice and Ghee. Cuisine: Udupi Time required: 25 … [Read more...]
Chinese Box Jasmine
Chinese Box Jasmine was planted by my uncle in his farm and this cute, small tree would be covered with white fragrant flowers attracting everyone towards it. Orange Jasmine, Orange jessamine, … [Read more...]
Plants in Bottles
Plant in used bottles and save the environment. Sounds preachy?!, but try this to decorate your balcony or peripheral wall. You can hang them vertically or horizontally in various patterns … [Read more...]
Broccoli and Potatoes Stir Fry Recipe
Broccoli and Potatoes Stir Fry Recipe is easy to make and can be eaten as a healthy evening snack! Time required: 15 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Potatoes, Boiled, Peeled and Diced 1 Cup … [Read more...]
Painted Sky
The sky in this photograph proves that there is more in life than staring at gadgets and getting entertaining. Gazing at the sky is soothing to the mind and soul. … [Read more...]
Red Rice Idli – Red Parboiled Rice Cakes Recipe
Red Rice Idli is a healthy version of the already healthy Idli (steamed cakes). Try this to add variety to the South Indian Breakfast. Cuisine: South India Time Required: 15 Minutes + … [Read more...]
February 2019 Hints
February 2019 Hints are as follows: Add salt over a slice of lemon and clean the non stick pans and wipe with a tissue. To clear a clogged drain, add soda and lemon juice and wait for an … [Read more...]
Pear
Common names of Pear are Common Pear, European Pear, Bhutan Pear. In Hindi it is known as Nashpati, in Kashmiri it is known as Kishtabahira. Botanical name of Pear is Pyrus Pyrifolia (Asian), Pyrus … [Read more...]
Everlasting Flowers
The first time I touched an Everlasting flower in Ooty few decades back, I was stunned at the texture and color of the flower. It was as though I was touching a paper flower. The fact that the flowers … [Read more...]
Mangaladevi Temple, Mangalore
Mangaladevi Temple was built in the 9th century AD in Bolar, Mangalore. Mangalore city derived its name from the presiding deity of the temple: Mangaladevi. It is believed that the temple was built … [Read more...]
Cucumber Hasi Gojju – Sweet and Sour Cucumber Salad
Cucumber Hasi Gojju is a sweet and sour salad and is prepared in South Karnataka households during auspicious occasions. If you are bored of the usual Kosambari (salad), you can try this recipe for a … [Read more...]
India loves to pose – 45
India loves to pose series contains random pictures of people in different moods and gears captured during a moment in their story. I believe that behind every face lies a story. Ramu the … [Read more...]
Achari Amla – Indian Gooseberry Stir Fry
During the winters, Amla or Indian Gooseberry flood the markets. Various dishes are prepared using these. They are popularly pickled and very rarely cooked as a side dish. Here is a recipe using … [Read more...]
January 2019 Hints
January 2019 Hints are as follows: To remove mineral deposits due to hard water, place a cloth over the place and pour vinegar and let it sit for an hour. Remove the cloth and brush the … [Read more...]
Happy New Year 2019
Wishing you all a very happy and prosperous New Year! … [Read more...]
Golden Coreopsis
Other common names of Golden Coreopsis are Plains Coreopsis, Golden Tickseed, and Garden Tickseed. The botanical name is Coreopsis tinctorial and belong to Asteraceae (Sunflower) family. It is a … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas 2018
Wish you all a very Happy Christmas! … [Read more...]
Jhal Muri Recipe – Spicy Crunchy Puffed Rice Recipe – Chat Recipe – Kolkata Chat Recipe
Jhal Muri is a popular street food from Kolkata. As the winter evening turn chilly, Jhal Muri is the preferred snack with Masala Tea. Ingredients: 4 Cups Murmura / Kadalepuri / Puffed Rice 1 … [Read more...]
Auroville Beach Pondicherry
The Auroville Beach is very near Auroville and is situated 12 Kms from Pondicherry. Pondicherry is now known as Puducherry. An ideal place to spend time with family and friends. The … [Read more...]
Malai Kofta Curry Recipe – Creamy Balls in Tomato Gravy
Malai Kofta Curry is a rich creamy side dish with deep fried Potato and Cottage Cheese balls. It is served with Roti, Kulcha, or Naan. Ingredients: For the gravy: 2 tbsp Khova / Khoya / … [Read more...]
