World Sparrow Day 2021

The year 2020 was difficult one for the Homo Sapiens.  A non-existent virus trapped people in their homes to reflect…

Grape Lettuce Salad

Salad with Grapes is refreshing during summer and a healthy snacking option.

Song in the glory of Lord Shiva

This song is written by my mother in the glory of Lord Shiva.  You can sing during performing arathi to…

Yellow Orchid Tree – Mandara Hoo – Vana Sampige

Vana Sampige or Mandara Hoo (Kannada) tree was in my uncle’s farm and everyday few of the flowers from this…

March 2021 Hints

Here are a few tips to keep your house, vehicles, gadgets, and furniture in order.

Glory of Lord Mailaralinga – Mailaralinga Mahatme Haadu – Khandoba Mahima Geet

The glory of Lord Mailaralinga's song in Kannada has been sung by my mother's immediate and extended family for decades.…

Heerekayi Kadlekayi Chutney – Ridge Gourd Chutney – Beerakaya Chutney – Heerekai Chutney

Heerekayi Kadlekayi Chutney is prepared using Ridge gourd peels and Peanuts.  Cuisine: Karnataka Time required: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup…

Kotte Kadabu Recipe – Gunda Recipe – Idli steamed in Jackfruit Leaves – Halasina Kotte Kadabu

When Idli or Dosa batter is in the refrigerator there is absolutely no worry over fixing a breakfast.  This is…

Wood Apple – Beladahannu – Kaith – Katbel

The other common names of Wood Apple are Stone Apple, Elephant Apple, and Monkey fruit. The botanical name is Limonia…

How to make Kotte – Kotte making – Jackfruit Leaves Cup

As there is an abundance of Jackfruit trees, the sturdy leaves of this tree is used to make cubs to…