Colville’s Glory

Every life created by God has a purpose and beauty of its own. And Colville’s Glory seems to have been…

Kalathgiri Waterfalls

After spending a fair amount of time in Kemmanagundi, we drove to Kalathgiri waterfalls and were very disappointed. There was less…

Osian Jodhpur

Having read many books and seen in movies about the hero getting lost in the desert and seeing mirages of…

Emerald Beetle

A new visitor shining like an emerald in my garden.

Republic Day of India

On 15th August, 1947 India became independent from the British Rule and on 26th January 1950 the Constitution of India…

Shri Sathyanarayana Swamy Vratha

Narayana Lakshminaryana Narayana Sathyanarayana The above chorus is from a famous Kannada song Kapadu Sri Sathya Narayana. For lyrics please…

Kemmanagundi

Kemmanagundi was the chosen summer retreat of Maharajah Krishnaraja Wodeyar VI and hence it is still known as K.R.Hills. The…

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…

Mavinakere

I had a strong desire to visit our family deity Sri Ranganatha Swamy also known as Mavinakere Ranga in Mavinakere…

Baby Corn Tava Masala

Stir fried Baby Corn with spices.  A very easy and quick to make recipe. Time Required: 15 Minutes Ingredients: 8…