Plain Sev

Also known as Om Pudi, Nylon Sev or Thin Sev, this savory looks like a nest and it is prepared…

Gajar Halwa – Carrot Pudding Recipe

Gajar Halwa is very easy to make and is usually served as a dessert when unexpected guest drop in for…

Sajjige – Kesaribhath – Shira Recipe – Kesari Bhath Recipe – Sooji Halwa Recipe

Sajjige is a pudding prepared using Semolina, Pineapple, Nuts and Clarified Butter.  I love the way mom prepares Sajjige and…

Shenga Burfi – Groundnut Burfi – Peanut Squares

Shenga Burfi is a sweetmeat prepared using Peanuts. Cuisine: North Karnataka Time Required: 25 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Shenga/Kadlekayi/Peanuts/Groundnuts 1…

Gulgangi Tree

I was very fond of the huge Gulgangi tree in our school grounds.   It provided shade to batches of students…

Brinjal Patchadi

Me and my friend used to swap our lunch packs in school on days when she would get soft Idlis…

Kharabhath – Khara Bath Recipe – Masala Bath Recipe – Rawa Masala Bath Recipe

A variation of Uppittu/Upma.  This is a tasty breakfast or evening snack prepared using semolina and vegetables.  When this is…

Tomato Churmuri – Tomato Salad Recipe – Street Food Recipe

Tomato Churmuri is a tasty evening snack prepared using raw vegetables.  It is also a great snack for calorie watchers.…

Mysore Outfit

A founder member of one of the oldest law colleges in Mysore – Sarada Vilas Law College my grandfather, lawyer…

Galipata Habba – Indian Kite Festival – Festival of Kites

Gone are the days when we used to see people flying colorful and different shape Galipata/Kites.  The Kite wars and…