Bagala Bhath – Vermicelli in yoghurt

Bagala Bhath is a dish prepared using Vermicelli and Curds/Yogurt. This is very popular in Andhra Pradesh and is very…

Orchid Acampe Praemorsa

Picture1 - Plant  I came across Orchid Acampe Praemorsa while touring the coastal regions of Karnataka and Goa.  Different species of…

Talakadu – Part II

Picture1 - Sand Dunes at Talakadu Talakadu is a  place known for its sand dunes, river, ancient temples and innumerable…

Talakadu – Part I

Picture1 - Talakadu Sand Dunes Talakadu is situated 50 Kms from Mysore and was under the rule of Western Gangas,…

Kochchida Mavinakayi Uppinakayi – Grated Mango Pickle

Kochchida Mavinakayi Uppinakayi is a traditional pickle endemic to Udupi region.  The Mango is minced and pickled.   “Kochchu” in Kannada…

Vegetable Arrangement

Vegetables in different colors are very attractive when arranged on a tray and displayed on the side stand of the…

Pakadagina Chiroti – Deep fried layered sweet pastry – Padhir Pheni

Pakadagina Chiroti is deep fried layered pastry dipped in Sugar Syrup.  This dish is prepared during festivals in North Karnataka.…

Desert Petunia

Generally  weeds are very annoying and we keep uprooting them and throwing away but I am so glad that I…

Sweet Corn Soup

Sweet Corn Soup is prepared using Sweet Corn Kernels. Time Required: 20 Minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients:   1 Cup Sweet…

May 2009 Hints

If you are tired of seeing the nicks and scratches on your dark wood furniture, then make a thick paste…