World Kitchen Gardener’s Day

World Kitchen Gardener's Day is celebrated every year on 28th August.  I grow Leafy vegetables and herbs in my balcony.…

Mahogany Tree

Much sought after timber Mahogany belongs to Meliaceae family. Botanical name is Swietenia macrophylla and common name is Large-leaved Mahogany.…

Hithikavare Saaru – Avarekayi Rasam Recipe – South Karnataka Rasam

Hithikavare Saaru is a curry, which is very popular in South Karnataka. The outer skin of the winter beans is…

Happy Gokulashtami

Happy Krishna Janmashtami / Gokulashtami.  Photo taken in Nathdwara, Rajasthan.

Bonsai

Bonsai is the art of growing miniature tree in pots. The Japanese borrowed this art form from the Chinese. The…

Drongo

Picture taken in Sowkoor.

Jain Temples Jaisalmer

Some of the most magnificent Jain temples are location in the fort of Jaisalmer. Jain temples Jaisalmer are ancient and…

Baby corn Manchurian

A crispy Chinese starter prepared using Baby corn. This recipe is very similar to Gobi Manchurian. Time Required: 45 Minutes…

Zucchini, Broccoli, and Carrot Saute

This is a quick and healthy recipe. Time Required: 15 Minutes Ingredients: 1 tbsp  Olive Oil 1 Fresh Zucchini 2…

Independence Day

On August 15th, 1947, India got Independence from British rule. Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India, addressed…