Turmeric Pickle – Arishina Uppinakayi

Raw Turmeric is available during December- January in South India.  The Raw Turmeric plant is tied to the Pongal pot…

Happy Makara Sankranti 2021

Wish you all a very happy Boghi and Makara Sankranti. Kite flying is an integral part of celebrating Makara Sankranti. …

Green Chikpea Raitha – Soppina Kadalekayi Mosaru Bhajji Recipe – Hasiru Kadale Raitha Recipe

Winter is the time for tender chik peas to hit the market.  I always get it before it disappears from…

January 2021 Hints

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

Chinese Glory Bower Plant

I remember admiring Chinese Glory Bower plants in bloom in Kudli Mutt in Mysore even as my maternal grandfather discussed…

Mocha Recipe – Coffee and Chocolate Drink

Let us warm the winter nights with some Mocha and usher in the New Year.  Wish you all a very…

Geode Christmas Arrangement

I love Geodes and was introduced to them when young by my dad through books.

Bird-of-Paradise Plant

The other common name of Bird-of-Paradise is Crane flower, and the botanical name is Strelitzia reginae

Avarekayi Kodubale – Ring Murukku Recipe – Surti Papdi Murukku – Lilva Beans Crispy Rings

It is winter! and Avarekayi known as Lilva Beans are a favorite in South Karnataka.  The kitchen churn out various…

Orange Apple Ginger Punch

Orange Apple Ginger Punch is a refreshing drink after a brisk walk or a workout.