Paan or Betel leaf is an integral part of Indian culture. Every occasion ends with guests being served with Paan prepared using Betel leaves, Gulkand (rose petal preserve), Betel nuts, Saunf, … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – Flower and Light
In these tough times, some of us are now accustomed to celebrating festivals with fewer essentials than before. Here is a minimalist flower arrangement using two flowers, one fern, and one … [Read more...]
November 2020 Hints
November 2020 hints are as follows: Scrub copper-bottomed utensils with a mixture of salt and vinegar to get the shine back. Dip combs in a mixture of 1:1 vinegar and water mixture for an hour … [Read more...]
Turmeric
The most discussed rhizomatous herb in recent times is the Turmeric. The status of Turmeric in India is high, the maximum usage of the root of this herb is the offering to gods and goddesses. A dried … [Read more...]
Vijayothsava – Vijayadashami – Importance of Banni – Kannada Version
Story of King Raghu (of Raghuvamsha) written by my mother in Kannada script. This story appears in the Ramayana and my mother has written in simple words for easy understanding. Click here for … [Read more...]
Heritage Ride in Heritage City of Mysuru
To experience a joy heritage ride in heritage city of Mysuru, you can head to the Lalith Mahal Palace. A horse carriage will take you and your family and friends for a small ride in front of the … [Read more...]
Happy Durga Pooja 2020
Tomorrow is Ashtami (8th day of Dasara / Navaratri) festival, Durga Pooja. Happy Durga Pooja dear readers. Now, it is the turn Mother Durga to bless us and overpower the demon (COVID). … [Read more...]
Gomatagiri
Gomatagiri is situated in Bettadoor in Mysore district. Gomatagiri is a major Jain center. In the 11th Century, a 10-meter-tall granite statue of Gometeshwara also known as Bahubali is installed on … [Read more...]
Halu Kodubale Recipe – Milk Kodubale Recipe – Ring Murukku Recipe
Halu Kodubale is another variety of Kodubale, the ubiquitous snack of South Karnataka homes. Sipping hot filter coffee and spicy Kodubale as the windy rain wets the surrounding is an out of the … [Read more...]
Gombe Arathi Haadu – Dolls Arathi Song – Golu Song – Dolls Arrangement Song
In Mysore, during Dasara festival, there is a tradition of arranging dolls on 7 steps or 9 steps. Various dolls passed on from generations are removed from boxes, dusted, and arranged according to … [Read more...]
Traditional Mysore Dishes Platter
Mysore is home to many traditional dishes. When we went on a picnic to Karanji Lake in Mysore, one of my friend packed the following Mysore dishes: Bisibelehuli anna popularly known as … [Read more...]
Coconut Laddoo Recipe – Nariyal Ladoo Recipe – Khobbari Unde Recipe
Today is the second day of Navaratri. Here is a recipe to make delicious Coconut Laddoo. Extremely easy to make and light on the palette. Time required: 20 minutes Ingredients: 1½ Cups Desiccated … [Read more...]
Mahalakshmi Ashtakam – Lakshmi Sthotra – Prayer to Goddess Lakshmi
Wish you all a very happy Dasara. Today is the first day of Dasara known as Padya. The nine days during this festival is dedicated to the shakthi devathes (divine power). Here is a prayer to goddess … [Read more...]
India loves to pose – 50
India loves to pose series contains random pictures of people in different moods and gears captured during a moment in their story. I believe that behind every face lies a story. When I requested … [Read more...]
Quinoa Microgreens Salad
Microgreens are colorful young vegetable greens. The young stalks that spring out from sprouts. Usually, they are not more than two inches tall. These have to be eaten raw and adds a … [Read more...]
October 2020 Hints
October 2020 hints are as follows: Rubber bands are very useful in the kitchen. They often stick to one another if stored for a long time, to avoid this sprinkle some talcum powder in the … [Read more...]
Adhik Maas – Adhika Masa – Purushotham Maas – Maal Maas
Adhik Maas is an extra month added to the Lunar Calendar to be in sync with the Solar Calendar. This period is also known as Adhika Masa in Kannada, Malimmacha (Maal), and Purushotham (Lord … [Read more...]
Hanging Heliconia
Another common name of Hanging Heliconia is Lobster claw and Parrot flower. The botanical name is Heliconia Rostrata and belongs to Heliconiaceae (Heliconia) family. It is a perennial native to … [Read more...]
Capsicum Gojju – Capsicum in sweet and sour gravy
Capsicum Gojju is a sweet and spicy side dish prepared using Bell Peppers. Cuisine: Karnataka Time Required: 15 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Capsicum, cut into roundels 1 Green Chili, Slit 1 Lemon … [Read more...]
Summer Fruits Arrangement
I have noticed in weddings, the buffet hall has one corner dedicated to fruit arrangements. They are grand and done by professional vegetable and fruit carvers. I am sure at the end of the … [Read more...]
