Having read many books and seen in movies about the hero getting lost in the desert and seeing mirages of an Oasis, I wanted to experience an oasis and I did just that when we visited an ancient town … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2011
Emerald Beetle
A new visitor shining like an emerald in my garden. … [Read more...]
Republic Day of India
On 15th August, 1947 India became independent from the British Rule and on 26th January 1950 the Constitution of India came into force and India became sovereign democratic republic nation. 26th … [Read more...]
Shri Sathyanarayana Swamy Vratha
Narayana Lakshminaryana Narayana Sathyanarayana The above chorus is from a famous Kannada song Kapadu Sri Sathya Narayana. For lyrics please refer the following link - … [Read more...]
Kemmanagundi
Kemmanagundi was the chosen summer retreat of Maharajah Krishnaraja Wodeyar VI and hence it is still known as K.R.Hills. The place with its beautiful lush green hills, shola forests, waterfalls and … [Read more...]
Alu Methi Palak – Aloo Methi Palak Recipe – Potato Fenugreek Spinach Recipe
I learnt to make this dish from my Mami/Aunt, who is a wonderful cook. This North Indian side dish goes very well with all types of Indian Bread and is prepared using Potatoes, Fenugreek and … [Read more...]
Mavinakere
I had a strong desire to visit our family deity Sri Ranganatha Swamy also known as Mavinakere Ranga in Mavinakere and I could fulfill this desire last year. I had heard that we have to trek on a … [Read more...]
Baby Corn Tava Masala
Stir fried Baby Corn with spices. A very easy and quick to make recipe. Time Required: 15 Minutes Ingredients: 8 Baby Corn, cut into medium sized pieces 2 Onions, Chopped finely 2 … [Read more...]
Happy Shankranthi
Cows are worshiped and remembered during Shankranthi festival in Karnataka. I took the above picture of the cow being led back to its shed in a remote village of Rajasthan. The cows there looked a … [Read more...]
Pushkar
I had great expectations from one of the oldest cities of India – Pushkar, but was a wee bit disappointed as the holy Pushkar lake, which is the highlight of this pilgrimage center was almost … [Read more...]
Visitor in my garden
This beautiful caterpillar was blissfully feeding on the leaves and flowers of the Spatika plant. Hope it turned out into a beautiful butterfly. … [Read more...]
Red Cabbage Broccoli Salad
I love to cook dishes which are colorful and healthy and tend to buy vegetables in all hues. I tossed up this salad for dinner and everyone loved the taste of soft Broccoli with crunchy Cabbage and … [Read more...]
Onion Paratha – Pyaz Paratha Recipe – Stuffed Onion Bread Recipe
Indian bread stuffed with Onions. The Onion gives an excellent taste to the Paratha along with the spices that are added. Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: For the … [Read more...]
Potato Wedges
Everyone loves potatoes fried in Oil and this is another favorite tossed in aromatic herbs. Time Required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 2 Potatoes Oil for deep-frying 1tbsp Wheat Flour 2tbsp … [Read more...]
Chickpea – Channa
Every December and January vendors would tie chickpea plants full of tender pods on their cycles and would cycle through the streets selling them. It used to be a tasty and protein rich snack for us … [Read more...]
Samosa
Samosas are a deep fried conical shaped pastry stuffed with Potatoes and spices. It is the most popular snack in India. Time Required: 45 Minutes Ingredients: Oil for deep frying For the … [Read more...]
Amaltas
I first set my eyes on these beautiful tropical trees in full bloom braving the summer of Delhi, but was surprised to find them on the way to B.R.Hills and many more in forests of Kerala, Karnataka … [Read more...]
Modaka
Modaka is a sweet dish, which is a favorite of Lord Ganesha. This is prepared on festivals or rituals dedicated to Lord Ganesha like Ganesh chathurthi, Sankanshti, Gana Homa/Havan etc. Time … [Read more...]
Alu Dhania – Aloo Dhania Recipe – Potato Coriander Recipe
Potatoes cooked in North Indian style with Coriander leaves, seeds and powder. Time Required: 40 Minutes Ingredients: 4 Alu / Potatoes 1 Cup Coriander leaves 1tbsp Pista 6 Green … [Read more...]
January 2011 Hints
To store curry leaves for a long time and make it ready to use, fry washed curry leaves in Oil and remove on a kitchen towel. When cool crush them and store in airtight bottles. Add to any chutneys … [Read more...]
