November 2009 Hints

Few days before your planned trip / tour, jot down the things to be packed on a sheet of paper…

Beaches of Pondicherry – Puducherry

Picture1 - Sunrise at Seaface The beaches of Pondicherry are another attraction for visitors to the city. The sun rise…

Mosaru Avalakki

Yoghurt and beaten rice mixed together with seasoning. This dish is very soothing and a perfect way to detoxify. When…

Hesarubele Payasa – Moong Dal Kheer Recipe – Parappu Payasam Recipe – Cherupayar Pradhaman

Pudding prepared using split Green Gram.  This is a favorite among Kannadigas during festivals.

Tulasi – Holy Basil

Tulasi Dala Matrena Jalasya Culukena Va Vikrinite Svam Atmanam Bhaktebhyo Bhakta Vatsalah|| The meaning of the above shloka is as…

Onion Chili Sauce

This Chinese accompaniment goes well when served with a range of Chinese dishes like Fried Rice, Noodles, Crispy Vegetables etc.,…

Boodakumbalakayi Sippe Balaka – Ash Pumpkin Skin Fryums

The peels of Ash Pumpkin are sun dried with spices. Boodakumbalakayi Sippe Balaka can be stored can deep fried whenever…

Pal Puri – Deep Fried Bread with sweetened milk

"Pal" means Milk and "Puri" is crisp deep fried Indian Bread. This dish is a combination of crispy puris with…

Aanai Pandige – Aane Habba – Karthika Deepotsava

Aanai Pandige Karthikai also known as Karthika Deepotsava, Aane / Elephant Habba is an important festival of Iyengars (Vishishtha Advaitha…

Dutch Style Fruit Flowers and Light Arrangement

This is Dutch style of flower arrangement.  The materials used range from fruits, flowers and candles.  The different hues of…