Durga Pooja is performed on the 8th day (Ashtami) during Dasara / Navratri. A celebration of Shakthi (strength) is performed all over India with great devotion. In West Bengal, it is that … [Read more...]
Dasara Raitha – Sweet Potato Yoghurt – Shakkarkhand Raitha
After Dasara Dosa here is a recipe for Dasara Raitha. You must be wondering what next? Dasara Pickle!!! Dasara Raitha is prepared using Sweet Potato and Yoghurt. It is great to keep you … [Read more...]
Saraswathi Pooja during Dasara – Navratri
It is that time of the year to offer thanks to the goddess of learning Saraswathi. Saraswathi Pooja on Dasara Sapthami is performed with great devotion all over South Karnataka. … [Read more...]
Cheluvamba Mansion, Mysore
Cheluvamba Mansion was built by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV in 1910. The mansion was built for the third daughter of the Maharaja, Princess Cheluvajammanni. There many other mansions similar to … [Read more...]
Yakshagana Dance Form of Karnataka
One of the most unique dance-drama forms of Karnataka is the Yakshagana. Yakshagana Dance Form of Karnataka art form is predominantly performed in Dakshina Kannada. Now, during festivals this art form … [Read more...]
Kishkinda Moolika Bonsai Garden Mysore
You will be delighted to find a bonsai garden of international standard in the city of palaces: Mysore. Kishkinda Moolika Bonsai garden is in Sri Ganapathi Sachchidananda Ashrama and houses many … [Read more...]
Gombe Habba 2018 – Dolls festival
Gombe habba the festival of dolls is here and will stay for 9 days during Dasara. This festival brings in cheer and excitement and of course good food! … [Read more...]
Kharjoor Yellu Holige – Dates and Sesame Seeds Stuffed Bread – Kharjoor Till Poli
Kharjoor Yellu Holige is prepared using dates and sesame seeds. A stuffing is prepared using dates and sesame seeds and this is stuffed inside the dough and rolled out. A very tasty and … [Read more...]
Malabar Spinach
Malabar Spinach is also known as Ceylon spinach, Buffalo spinach, Indian spinach, Red vine spinach, Vine spinach. In Kannada it is known as Basale Soppu, in Sanskrit it is known as Upodika, and in … [Read more...]
October 2018 Hints
October 2018 Hints are as follows: Slicing Coconut out of its shell: When breaking the coconut and making pieces, put the coconut (broken into halves) in freezer for 5-10 mins and then take … [Read more...]
Sev Puri Chaat – Sev Puri Chat Recipe – Chat Recipe
Sev Puri Chaat is a popular street food in India. Tiny puffed crisp bread is stuffed with potatoes, spices, and tangy sauces. It is garnished with a generous amount of Sev. Sev Puri … [Read more...]
Blue Lily
The most beautiful of all Lilies are the Blue Lilies. Lilies are flowering water plants found in the wild and also grown in gardens for their beauty. … [Read more...]
South Indian Potato Masala – Alu Masala Recipe – Aloo Masala Recipe
South Indian Potato Masala is a side dish that goes very well with Poori or Chapathi. You can also serve this with Dosa instead of the dry potato side dish. Cuisine: Karnataka Time … [Read more...]
Garagadakuppe Anjaneya Swamy Temple
Another long pending wish to visit Garagadakuppe Anjaneya Swamy Temple was fulfilled. The Anjaneya Swamy Temple at Garagadakuppe village is believed to be very powerful and believed to … [Read more...]
Gowri Aarathi Song
ಗೌರಿ ಆರತಿ ಹಾಡು ಮಂಗಳ ಜಯ ಗಿರಿಜಾತೆ ಮಾತೆ ।।ಪ|| ಪರಮಾಯುಧ ಕರ ದುರುಳ ಸುರಾರೆ । ಪರಮ ತೇಜ ಮೃಗರಾಜ ವಿಹಾರೆ ।।೧।। ರತ್ನ ಮುಕುಟ ಮಣಿ ಹಾರ ಕುಂಡಲ ಶೋಭೆ | ರವಿಕೋಟಿ ತೇಜ ವಿರಾಜ ಮುಖಿಯೇ ।।೨।। ಜಗದಾಧಾರೆ ಜಗದಾದಿ … [Read more...]
Dianthus
Dianthus is also known as China Pink, Indian Pink, Chinese pink, Rainbow Pink. The botanical name is Dianthus chinensis and belongs to Caryophyllaceae (Carnation) family. Dianthus is native to … [Read more...]
September 2018 Hints
September 2018 Hints are as follows: Boil water, add aluminum foil, soda, dip silver cutlery, pooja items, and jewelry. Remove and pat dry for shine. Make play dough at home by mixing … [Read more...]
Happy Gokulashtami – Krishna Janmashtami 2018
It is Krishna Janmashtami folks and that time of the year when goodies are churned out from the kitchen to offer to Lord Krishna. You may ask why so many sweets and savories for a baby, but in … [Read more...]
Greek Yoghurt
Greek Yoghurt is Yoghurt strained using a cheese cloth that is whipped and served for breakfast. It has a cooling effect on the body. You can either add Salt and Pepper to it or a fruit … [Read more...]
Cashew
In Kannada, Cashew is known as Godambi or Geru beeja, Agnikrita in Sanskrit, Kaju in Hindi, Mundiri in Tamil, Kasu mavu in Malyalam. Botanical name is Anacardium occidentale and belongs to … [Read more...]
