Again our car screeched to a halt while coming back from Hogenakkal waterfalls hearing me exclaim over something that I spotted. The others in the car expected a wild animal or an exotic bird, … [Read more...]
India loves to pose – 8
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. This charming … [Read more...]
Kharada Kadelekayi Beeja – Spicy Groundnuts Recipe – Spicy Peanuts Recipe – Congress Kadle Beeja Recipe
Spicy peanuts is a famous evening snack in the Mysore region. You are sure to find Kharada Kadelekayi Beeja in all the condiment stores. It is also known as Congress Beeja! Cuisine: … [Read more...]
Bhojpuri Choka – Mashed Potatoes and Eggplant Recipe
Bhojpuri Choka is a lip-smacking dish prepared using Eggplant, Potatoes, and Tomatoes. Cuisine: Bihar, Orissa Time Required: 45 Minutes Ingredients: 2 medium sized Baingan / Eggplant, … [Read more...]
Sweet and Sour Sauce
Serve sweet and sour sauce with Spring rolls or Money bags. Cuisine: Chinese Time Required: 5 Minutes Ingredients: 3tbsp Vinegar 2 Red Chilies, Chopped finely 1 Green Chili, Chopped … [Read more...]
Busy Lizzie – Impatiens
A single Busy Lizzie plant is enough to brighten up a garden. The botanical name is Impatiens walleriana and belongs to Balsaminaceae family. Busy Lizzie – Impatiens is a perennial herb and is native … [Read more...]
Jain Temple, Sultan Bathery
A Jain temple known as Ananthanatha Swami temple is situated in Sultan Bathery, Wayanad district. The history of this Jain Temple, Sultan Bathery was narrated to us briefly by the caretaker of … [Read more...]
Salute to the Prince of Mysore Kingdom
Below is the Mysore State Anthem with the third para dedicated to Sri Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar, who passed away today: Kayo Sri Gowri, Karuna lahari, Thoya Jakshi, Shankareeshwari 1. … [Read more...]
Malayan Apple
As the name suggests Malayan Apple is a native of Malaysia. It is also a native of Malaysia’s neighboring countries Java, Indonesia, and Sumatra. Botanical name is Syzygium malaccense and belongs to … [Read more...]
Organdy Flowers
Materials Required for making Organdy Flowers: Organdy cloth Scissors Flexible Wire Green Tape White Gum (Fevicol) Method: Cut the wire measuring 3 to 5 inches according to your … [Read more...]
Qutub Minar
Qutub Minar is the tallest Islamic tower in India. It has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The tower is 72.5 meters high and the base diameter is 14.3 meters and the tower narrows … [Read more...]
Sprout Spring Rolls
Cuisine: Chinese Time Required: 40 Minutes Ingredients: 10 -12 Readymade Wonton Wrappers (Spring Roll wrappers) 3 tbsp Maida / Refined flour mixed with ¼ Cup of water Oil for … [Read more...]
Garlic Creeper
Garlic creeper is a delight to grow as it shoots up very fast and when in bloom it is a sight to behold! Plant Summary: The name is derived because the leaves when crushed smells of garlic. The … [Read more...]
December 2013 Hints
Peel 10 Cardamoms and grind with 4 tbsp Sugar. Store it in a dry airtight container. You can add this to your choice of dessert for the wonderful aroma. Munch 3 cloves a day when you have cold or … [Read more...]
Maharana Pratap Singh Memorial – Udaipur
The Maharana Pratap singh memorial is located on top of Moti Magri / Pearl Hill in Udaipur, Rajasthan. This memorial was set up by Maharana Bhagwat Singh Mewar who took the help of a public … [Read more...]
Dragon Fruit Banana Smoothie
Creamy smoothie made from yogurt, dragon fruit and banana. Time Required: 5 Minutes Ingredients: 1 dragon fruit 1 Banana (Robusta) 4 – 6 tsp Sugar 1 Cup hung Yogurt / Curds ½ Cup … [Read more...]
Noodle Peanut Salad
This dish is a complete and wholesome meal. Cuisine: Chinese Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 2 Cups of cooked Noodles 1 Cucumber, Sliced 1 Tomato, Chopped ½ of Green, Yellow, … [Read more...]
Spectacular Sky
As we were walking back to the Venugopalaswamy temple on the bed of the parched back waters at KRS, Mysore, our disappointment on the depleted water levels were compensated with the spectacular sky … [Read more...]
Moong Dal Salad – Split Green Gram Salad Recipe
Split green gram salad is a wholesome meal and wonderful to enjoy as a snack in the evening with a cup of tea. Cuisine: Gujarat Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Cup Soaked Moong … [Read more...]
Rawa Idli – Semolina Steamed Cakes
Rawa Idli are steamed cakes prepared using Semolina. An ideal and filling breakfast. This was first prepared by Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR) for the soldiers serving in harsh climates. … [Read more...]
