Budha Brihaspathi Vratha is observed on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the Hindu month of Shravana, August-September in the Gregorian Calendar. Once Budha and Brihaspathi (Budha is planet Mercury … [Read more...]
Happy Gokulashtami 2015
Happy Gokulashtami 2015 also known as Krishna Janmashtami!!! For recipes of festival snacks and savories see Habbada thindi and panaka. … [Read more...]
Orchid Dendrobium Herbaceum
Orchid Dendrobium Herbaceum is endemic to Western Ghats and is often referred to as Pencil Dendrobium or Grassy Dendrobium. This epiphyte belongs to Orchidaceae family. The stem is pendulous and … [Read more...]
September 2015 Hints
September 2015 Hints are as follows: Dried and crushed papaya seeds, like pepper, can be sprinkled over food. This adds enzymes to your food and improves your overall digestion. Chew on few … [Read more...]
Mangodi Kadhi – Lentil Dumplings in Yoghurt Recipe
Mangodi Kadhi is a yoghurt based side dish. This creamy dish is healthy with vegetables and lentil dumplings. Cuisine: Rajasthan Time required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 6 Cups … [Read more...]
Srirama Temple, Ponkuzhi
A stop at Srirama Temple, Ponkuzhi on the way from Mysore to Sulthan Bathery is a must, as it is situated in a very serene and scenic place. The Ponkuzhi River flowing on one side, the bamboo … [Read more...]
Happy Onam 2015
Another Pookalam design to celebrate Onam. Happy Onam 2015 … [Read more...]
Muddenahalli
Muddenahalli is situated in Chikkaballapur district and is popular because Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya (Sir MV) was born on 15th September 1860 to parents Mokshagundam Srinivasa Shastry and … [Read more...]
Avocado Pineapple Juice
You will find a bounty of Avocado in the market as it is raining in the coastal and hilly regions. Avocado Pineapple Juice is very easy to make but an unusual refreshing drink. Time Required: 10 … [Read more...]
Bhindi Kurma – Okra in Gravy Recipe – Ladies Finger Gravy Recipe
Bhindi Kurma is Okra in a tomato gravy. Cuisine: South India Time Required: 25 Minutes Ingredients: 15 Bhindi / Lady’s Finger / Okra, Chopped into ¾“ pieces 1tsp Chaat Masala 2tsp Garam … [Read more...]
Khandvi
Khandvi is prepared using Gram Flour and Yoghurt. It is a low calorie, fiber-rich snack. Cuisine: Gujarat Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Besan / Bengal Gram Flour 1 Cup … [Read more...]
Vijaynagar Beach, Havelock Island
Vijaynagar Beach is Beach No. 5 on the east coast of Havelock Island. A calm and quiet beach, it attracts people who want to get away from the maddening crowd. It is a white sand beach with … [Read more...]
Hibiscus Flower
Hibiscus Flower is found growing all over India and stands out when arranged on a pooja mantapam or when a god's photo adorns a single flower. This picture was taken just after rains in Namdroling … [Read more...]
Maddur
Maddur is a town situated on the banks of River Shimsha in Mandya district, Karnataka. Paddy and coconut growing is the main occupation of the people living here. It is now known as … [Read more...]
Angel’s Trumpet
Brugmansia is the botanical name and belongs to Solanaceae family. Datura is a close relative of this plant. Angel's Trumpet is native of South America. Angel’s Trumpet is popular as an … [Read more...]
Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a yoghurt based Greek Dip. Cuisine: Greek / Meditarranean Time required: 10 Minutes + Curd hanging time Ingredients: 1 Cup Hung Curds / Yoghurt 1 small Cucumber, Peeled and … [Read more...]
Brinjal – Eggplant – Aubergine
Brinjal - Eggplant - Aubergine are the most popular name of this vegetable. Eggplant is also known as Aubergine in British English and Brinjal in South and Southeast Asia and South Africa. … [Read more...]
Tindli Aloo Fry – Ivy Gourd and Potatoes Fry Recipe
Tindli Aloo Fry is prepared using Ivy Gourd and Potatoes. This dry dish goes well Indian Bread and Raitha. Cuisine: North Indian Time Required: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup … [Read more...]
Glorious Flower Arrangement
Glorious flower arrangement is very pleasant with Lilies and Carnations complementing each other. Materials required: 1 Small Basket 1 Flower Arrangement Sponge 8 Carnations 2 stick Orange … [Read more...]
August 2015 Hints
August 2015 Hints are as follows: Add few tablespoons of chilled club soda to the fritter batter for crisp outer layer. To store pooja flowers for a long time in the refrigerator, wrap them … [Read more...]
