Apple Swan

A Swan carved from an Apple is sure to woo bird watchers to the buffet table. Materials Required: 1 Red…

Chaitra Gauri Pooja

Sarva Mangala Maangalye Shive Sarvaartha Saadhike| Sharanye Trayambake Gouri Narayani Namosthuthe|| Chaitra Gauri Pooja is also known as Tadigae Gauri…

April 2014 Hints

Tips to store Tomatoes: Do not refrigerate fresh tomatoes as it spoils the flavor and texture of Tomatoes. You can…

Shenga Holige

Happy Ugadi! Shenga Holige is a sweet stuffed bread using Groundnuts and Jaggery. Cuisine: North Karnataka Time Required: 40 Minutes…

Umbrella Flower Arrangement

Umbrella Flower Arrangement is done using Umbrella palm, Carnations, and Roses. Materials Required: 3 Stalks of Umbrella Palm 7 Off…

Kabini or Kapila River

The Kabini  or Kapila River, also called Kabani and Kapila, flows in southern India. It originates from Pakramthalam hills in…

Beetroot Poori

Beetroot Poori is sure to attract attention when served in a party. Time Required: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 Beetroot 1…

Ganika Patram – Garden Night Shade

Ganika Patram is known as Kasi Soppu in Kannada, Makoi in Hindi, and Manathakali in Tamil. Botanical name is Solanum…

Gurellu Chutney Pudi – Huchellu Chutney Powder – Niger Seeds Chutney Powder

Gurellu Chutney Pudi is a spicy powder served along with Bhakri (Sorghum flour bread) in North Karnataka. Cuisine: North Karnataka…

World Sparrow Day 2014

It is a delight to see the sparrows back and building nests.  20th March is World Sparrow Day 2014.