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. India loves to … [Read more...]
Mosaru Aralittu – Sorghum Popped Flour Breakfast Recipe – Jowar Pop Flour
Mosaru Aralittu is a very healthy breakfast prevalent in North Karnataka. The Jower/Sorghum Seeds Pop is ground to a coarse powder, which is mixed with Curds, Cucumber, and Roasted … [Read more...]
Betta Tavare
In Kannada it is known as Betta Tavare and Neladavare. Other common names are Chinese Rose, Changeable Rose, Double White Confederate Rose, and Cotton Rose Mallow. In Hindi it is known as SthalaKamal … [Read more...]
Birds of Markonahalli Dam
Marconahalli Dam is built across Shimsha River by Sir M Visweswraiah and Ganesh Iyer in 1938-40 incurring a cost of 29 Lakhs. It is a picturesque place with abundant flora and birds. We spotted … [Read more...]
Yellu Tomatokayi Chutney – Sesame Seeds Raw Tomato Chutney Recipe
Yellu Tomatokayi Chutney is prepared using Raw Tomatoes, Green Chilies, and Sesame Seeds. Time Required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Raw Tomato, Chopped 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds 1 tbsp … [Read more...]
Flower Arrangement – White Beauty
Flower Arrangement - White Beauty comprises of one White Lotus and Caladium leaves. Materials required: 1 Shallow Container Flower Pins 3 Caladium leaves 1 White Lotus Method: Cut the … [Read more...]
December 2015 Hints
December 2015 Hints are as follows: Dip an ear bud in nail polish remover and clean the switch boards and switches. Dried and crushed papaya seeds, like pepper, can be sprinkled over food. … [Read more...]
India loves to pose – 24
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. India loves to … [Read more...]
Markonahalli Dam
Markonahalli Dam is the first dam in the world built using the Siphon system. It is built across Shimsha River by Sir M Visweswraiah and Ganesh Iyer in 1938-40 incurring a cost of 29 Lakhs. Sir … [Read more...]
Potato Salad
Potato Salad is a wonderful accompaniment with bread or rice. If had on its own, it can be a complete meal. Time Required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 3 - 4 Potatoes, boiled and peeled 1 … [Read more...]
Chhatarpur Temple Complex
Chhatarpur Temple complex is the second largest temple complex in India and is located in South Delhi. 60 acres of land has been converted into gardens and lawns dotted with 20 temples dedicated to … [Read more...]
Kamal Kakdi Yakhni
Kamal Kakdi Yakhni is a side dish prepared using Lotus stems. Cuisine: Kashmiri Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 3 - 4 Lotus Stems, Peeled and washed 2 Cups Curds / Yoghurt 2 … [Read more...]
Beerakaya Fry – Ridge Gourd Stir Fry – Heerekayi Palya – Turai Subzi
Beerakaya Fry is a side dish prepared using Ridge Gourd / Heerekayi. Cuisine: Andhra Pradesh Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Beerakaya / Ridge Gourd / Heerekayi, Peeled and … [Read more...]
Kalasa
Kalasa is a holy temple-town located in Chikkamagaluru district in Karnataka. Kalasa is home to the Kalaseshwara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Kalasa is 92 Kilometres South-west of Chickmagalur and … [Read more...]
Cardamom – Elaichi – Yelakki
Cardamom is known as Queen of spices and it is a native of India. It is known as Elaichi in Hindi, Yelakki in Kannada, Ela or Ellka in Sanskrit and the botanical name is Elettaria cardamomum. Cardamom … [Read more...]
Vaikunta Chathurdashi Vratha
Vaikunta Chathurdashi Vratha is a religious practice that people vow to perform in the Hindu month of Karthika, which is October – November in the Gregorian calendar. It is performed for 14 years and … [Read more...]
Mudde Payasa – Banana Rice Payasa Recipe – Kela Chawal Kheer Recipe
Mudde Payasa is prepared using cooked Rice and Ripe Banana. Cuisine: Dakshina Kannada Time Required: 25 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Ripe Banana (Robusta / Pachabale), Chopped 1 Cup Raw … [Read more...]
Happy Diwali 2015
Happy Diwali 2015 to dear readers! These glass lamps are very much in fashion this Deepavali / Diwali festival. … [Read more...]
Honge or Indian Beech Tree
Spring is in the air for sure when Honge or Indian Beech Tree blooms! Other common names are Karnja in Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, and Gujarati, and Naktamala in Sanskrit. Botanical name is Pongamia … [Read more...]
Oriental Rice
Oriental Rice is a delicious main course prepared using various vegetables and Bean Sprouts. Cuisine: Orient Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 3 Bowls Cooked Rice 1 Cup Green, … [Read more...]
