Cricket virus is catching on in India. Hope India wins the world cup this time. Wish the players good luck. I came across this group of kids playing cricket near Marvanthe beach, Karnataka. … [Read more...]
Marsh Mallow
March Mellow is undoubtedly the most handsome of all wild flowers. Botanical name is Althaea officinalis and belongs to the mallow family. Pictures of Marsh Mallow taken in Kukkarahalli Lake, … [Read more...]
Lion’s Ear
Plant Summary: Lion’s ear is an annual and is found growing wildly in the Cauvery bank area. In Kannada it is known as Kaaduthumbe, and Granthika in Sanskrit. The botanical name is Leonotis … [Read more...]
Wholesome Spaghetti
This continental dish is very tasty and nutritious and kids will love it along with Popeye the sailor man. Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 250 gms Spaghetti 1 Cup Tomato Puree 1tsp … [Read more...]
Shopping in Rajasthan
Rajasthan is haven for shoppers. Every city in Rajasthan has a buzzing colorful market and visitors throng these places to take back things as a momento. Shopping in Rajasthan is an experience by … [Read more...]
Sunset at Art of Living Ashram
At last the sun god is driving the chariot towards Bangalore. Happy Rathasapthami. … [Read more...]
Prickly Pear
This cactus grows wild all over South India. I saw them in bloom near Masinagudi and it was a pleasant site. In Kannada it is known as Dabbagalli and Vidara Vishvasaraka in Sanskrit. The botanical … [Read more...]
Red Passion Flower
I came across this vine in Lalbagh, Bangalore climbing up the nursery mesh with Red flowers. Red Passion Flower is very similar to the Purple Passion flower and belongs to the same family … [Read more...]
Sihi Kumbalakayi Bun – Sweet Pumpkin Bun – Kaddu Bun
This deep fried dish is prepared using Sweet Pumpkin and this dish is from the kitchens of North Karnataka. Time Required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 2 Cups Grated Sweet Pumpkin 1 Cup Grated … [Read more...]
Purple Cabbage and Cucumber Salad
Time Required: 10 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Red/Purple Cabbage, Shredded 1 small Cucumber, Peeled and Chopped 2tbsp Roasted Pine nuts 1tbsp Mustard (fluid) 1tsp Olive Oil 1tsp Crushed … [Read more...]
Eating out in Rajasthan
Rajasthan cuisine is unique to the region. The scarcity of water and the lack of vegetation has made the Rajasthanis adopt to cooking in Oil, Ghee or Milk. After roaming the Palaces and Forts, it is … [Read more...]
Fall Colors in Atlanta
The pictures below were taken by my bro during Fall. Enjoy the colors. … [Read more...]
Colville’s Glory
Every life created by God has a purpose and beauty of its own. And Colville’s Glory seems to have been created by God in leisure. I was delighted when I spotted this rare tree in bloom in Mysore near … [Read more...]
Kalathgiri Waterfalls
After spending a fair amount of time in Kemmanagundi, we drove to Kalathgiri waterfalls and were very disappointed. There was less water, due to summer but, the garbage, litter and unruly crowd made … [Read more...]
Osian Jodhpur
Having read many books and seen in movies about the hero getting lost in the desert and seeing mirages of an Oasis, I wanted to experience an oasis and I did just that when we visited an ancient town … [Read more...]
Emerald Beetle
A new visitor shining like an emerald in my garden. … [Read more...]
Republic Day of India
On 15th August, 1947 India became independent from the British Rule and on 26th January 1950 the Constitution of India came into force and India became sovereign democratic republic nation. 26th … [Read more...]
Shri Sathyanarayana Swamy Vratha
Narayana Lakshminaryana Narayana Sathyanarayana The above chorus is from a famous Kannada song Kapadu Sri Sathya Narayana. For lyrics please refer the following link - … [Read more...]
Kemmanagundi
Kemmanagundi was the chosen summer retreat of Maharajah Krishnaraja Wodeyar VI and hence it is still known as K.R.Hills. The place with its beautiful lush green hills, shola forests, waterfalls and … [Read more...]
Alu Methi Palak – Aloo Methi Palak Recipe – Potato Fenugreek Spinach Recipe
I learnt to make this dish from my Mami/Aunt, who is a wonderful cook. This North Indian side dish goes very well with all types of Indian Bread and is prepared using Potatoes, Fenugreek and … [Read more...]
