Karanji Kere (Lake)

Mysore is proud of its three lakes, Lingabhudhi, Kukkarahalli and Karanji Kere.  Karanji Kere / Fountain lake is maintained by the…

Idli Bites

A tasty snack using left over Idli / steamed rice cakes. Time Required: 5 Minutes Ingredients: 4 Idli / Steamed…

Balehannina Dosa – Banana Dosa Recipe – Banana Pancakes Recipe

Crepe / Pancakes prepared using Banana. Time Required: 10 Minutes + Soaking Time Ingredients: 2 Cups Raw Rice ½ Cup…

Hasi Bisi Mavinakayi Uppinakayi

Hasi in Kannada means raw and Bisi means hot/warm.  Hasi Bisi Mavinakayi Uppinakayi is a pickle is prepared using raw…

Ivy Gourd Arrangement Three Blind Mice

Ivy gourd as blind mice makes a funny arrangement to the delight of children and the children themselves will love…

Ashada Shukravara

Lakshmi (goddess of wealth) pooja / ritual is performed on all the Fridays of the Hindu month of Aashada, July-Aug…

Summer Salad

In summer, salads taste great as a meal by itself or as an accompaniment for the main course. Time Required:…

Kashaya Powder Recipe – Kadha Powder Recipe – Kashayam Powder Recipe – Herbal Decoction Recipe

Kashaya is a decoction prepared by boiling a powder prepared using herbs and spices.  This home remedy when consumed gives…

June 2009 Hints

If your car is tarnished with tar, make a paste of baking soda, take a sponge and apply gently on…

Bheemeshwari Fishing & Nature Camp

Picture1 - A Lotus pond on the way to Bheemeshwari On an early morning of July we set off with…