The much awaited festival is here. The first day of Navratri, which is Padya is celebrated tomorrow. I am sharing this interesting and unique Bamboo Rice Milk Payasa recipe to start off … [Read more...]
Avalanche Lake Ooty – Avalanchi Lake
Avalanche Lake, also known as Avalanchi lake is situated in South India’s Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu. In the early 1800s there was a huge landslide due to heavy rainfall that occurred in this … [Read more...]
Rubber Tree
The other common name of Rubber Tree are Para Rubber Tree, Sharinga Tree, Seringueira. The botanical name is Hevea brasiliensis and belongs to Euphorbiaceae (Castor) family. Rubber tree is native of … [Read more...]
October 2023 Hints
October hints are as follows: For scars on skin to fade, apply lemon juice daily on the scars. Do not apply on open wounds It is believed that if you use rose water on the scalp, … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Simply Red
Carnations in a arrangement looks charming and elegant. Materials required: Shallow container Ikebana Oasis 3 stems of Red Carnations Any tree branch with young fruits A … [Read more...]
Crispy Zucchini Sticks Recipe – Zucchini Fries Recipe
Though Zucchini is extensively used grilled or baked, here is a recipe where Zucchini sticks are deep fried until crisp. Ingredients: 1 medium sized Zucchini 1 tsp or more Italian herb blend … [Read more...]
Caryota Urens Tree – Fishtail Palm – Jaggery Palm
The other common names of Fishtail Palm are Jaggery Palm, Toddy Palm, Sago Palm, and Wine Palm. Mari in Hindi, Bagane, Bagani, Baine, Paine in Kannada. The botanical name is Caryota urens and belongs … [Read more...]
Kadalebele Payasa Recipe – Chana Dal Payasa Recipe – Kadalai Paruppu Payasam – Senaga Pappu Payasam
Payasa is a type of South Indian pudding prepared using split Bengal Gram / Chik Pea. Kadalebele Payasa is a favourite among Kannadigas during festivals. Wish you all a very happy Gowri and … [Read more...]
Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Bappanadu – Mulki
As we traverse the Karnataka coastal region, there are multiple ancient temples dedicated to various deities. One such temple is the Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple situated in Bappanadu village. The … [Read more...]
South Indian Style Avocado Raitha Recipe – Avocado in Yoghurt
Here is a healthy recipe using Avocado. Avocado raitha is easy to make and so delicious with crunchy Onions. Ingredients: 1 Avocado 2 Cups Yoghurt 1 Onion, Chopped finely 2 Green … [Read more...]
Happy Krishna Janmashtami 2023
Happy Gokulashtami also known as Krishna Janmashtami!!! This type of Gopalakrishna statues were common in the Mysuru style of architecture. This particular one was our home few decades back … [Read more...]
September 2023 Hints
September hints are as follows: To make soft chapatis, use warm water and milk to knead the dough. Let it rest for 15 minutes before making chapattis. When boiling milk to make dishes like … [Read more...]
Happy Onam 2023
Wish you all a very happy Onam, dear readers. People of Kerala across the globe are in the midst of celebrating Onam and tomorrow is the grand finale! Pookalam and Onam Sadya with … [Read more...]
Pineapple and Pomegranate Kosambari – South Indian Salad recipe
The most awaiting months of the year with innumerable festivals are here. Aroma of festive food fills the air in every home. Children in crisp silk run around and women of the house get … [Read more...]
Lakshmi Devotional Song – Arathi Hymn – Varamahalakshmi Festival
This devotional song was sung by my mother's aunt during arathi to Goddess Lakshmi. You can use any tune suitable to sing this song. In Kannada script: ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮೀ ಆರತಿ … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Rainforest Fresh
Haliconia cut stems last almost 15 days and this makes them the most sought after flower for arrangements. Here is a flower arrangement that brings an aura of rainforest into your living … [Read more...]
77th Indian Independence Day – Silver British India Coin
Happy Independence Day to you all! The coins of the pre-independence era reminds us of the British rule in India. Now, these are part of our history and the pride of seeing the … [Read more...]
Tropical Fruit Salad Recipe
Any seasonal fruits can go into this fruit salad. The juice of Orange combines the fruits well and reminds you of Summer days! Ingredients: 1 Cup Mangosteen segments 1 Cup Mangoes, … [Read more...]
Orchid Diplocentrum Congestum
Found this wild Orchid on a tree outside Yercaud Rose Garden. Botanical name is Diplocentrum Congestum and it belongs to Orchidaceae (Orchid) family. This Orchid is endemic to Karnataka and Kerala … [Read more...]
August 2023 Hints
August hints are as follows: Lemon juice mixed with warm water helps relieve digestion problems like constipation, bloating, nausea, belching and heartburn. Take it regularly to improve your … [Read more...]
