Indian society is know as "Elephant society", this is because parents are always protecting the children for many many years. When I encountered this herd of elephants in the forests of Bandipur, I … [Read more...]
Okra – Ladies Finger – Bhindi
Also known as Okra, Bhindi (Hindi), Bhendekayi (Kannada) is a very popular vegetable in India. It is grown all over the country and used to cook a variety of dishes. The botanical name is … [Read more...]
Hanuman Jayanthi
Picture is the tower / gopura of Kote Anjaneya Temple in Mysore Palace. In South India, Hanuman Jayanthi is celebrated in December. … [Read more...]
Ralliah Dam, Coonoor
It was a pleasant surprise to know that there is a Dam in Coonoor and what made the visit more exciting was the fact that we had to trek in the striking mountain ridges along the Wellington-Coonoor … [Read more...]
Thondekayi Korma – Ivy Gourd Side Dish Recipe – Tindli Subzi Recipe – Tindora Subzi Recipe
This side dish is prepared using Ivy Gourd. Ingredients: 2 Cups Thondekayi / Tindora / Ivy Gourd, pieces 1 Big Onion, Chopped finely 2 – 3tbsp Oil 1tsp Saunf / Fennel Seeds ¼ tsp Turmeric … [Read more...]
Solitary Reaper – Flower Arrangement
The materials used in this flower arrangement are all single (one container, one leaf, and one flower). Materials Required: 1 Glass 1 Gerbera 1 Colocasia Leaf Method: Fill the glass with … [Read more...]
December 2011 Hints
The below hints are to test adultration of certain commonly used cooking ingredients: Asafoetida / Hing: Pure Asafoetida dissolves in water to form a milky white solution and burns with a bright … [Read more...]
Masinagudi
Masinagudi is one of the 5 ranges of Madumalai wild life reserve. The others are Thepakadu, Mudumalai, Kargudi and Nellakota. Masinagudi hills are my favorite blue hills. They are majestic and … [Read more...]
Parwal Alu Fry – Parwal Aloo Fry Recipe – Pointed Gourd Potato Fry Recipe
A side dish prepared using Potatoes and Pointed gourd. Time Required: 25 Minutes Ingredients: 2 Potatoes / Alu, Peeled and Diced 4 Parwal / Pointed Gourd 2 Tomatoes 1 tsp Black Pepper … [Read more...]
Asters
Every year during Ganesh Chathurthi and Diwali, dad used bring home bunches of Asters in various hues. We would spend time untying, cutting, and preserving them in water. Asters are very good for … [Read more...]
Palak Rice – Spinach Rice Recipe
Spinach Rice is a healthy dish. This is great to pack for lunch to school or office. Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 1 Bunch Palak / Spinach, Chopped 1 Cup Rice 1 Onion, … [Read more...]
New Beginning
Picture - Honge Seedling … [Read more...]
Sausage Tree
Sausage tree attracts a lot of attention, even from people who are not nature enthusiasts. I have seen many of them wondering whether the huge sausage like fruits is edible. No, the fruits are not … [Read more...]
Cheetah in Mysore Zoo
I love to visit Mysore Zoo and this time I was delighted to see Cheetah in the Zoo. … [Read more...]
Kateel Durga Parameshwari Temple
In Kateel on an island created by river Nandini is situated the Sri Durga Parameshwari temple. Kateel is located in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. Devotees throng the Kateel Durga … [Read more...]
Photo Frame Arrangement
If you are a photographer, the best place to display your work would be on the walls of your home. Apart from making a plain wall interesting, it is also a good subject to start a … [Read more...]
Pitcher Plant
Since the time I had read about insectivorous plant, Pitcher plant, I wanted to see one. I got to see one in one of the flower exhibitions held in Lalbagh, Bangalore. Plant Summary: The … [Read more...]
Nasturtium
Plant Summary: Botanical name of Nasturtium is Tropaeolum majus belonging to the family Tropaeolaceae. It is also known as Indian cress. Nasturtiums are flowers that brighten the garden. These … [Read more...]
Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri
Annigeri is the birth place of one of the greatest poets (Adi Kavi) of Kannada, Pampa. It is also famous for the ancient temple dedicated to Amruteswara / Lord Shiva built by Kalyani Chalukyas in 1112 … [Read more...]
Pasta Salad
Time Required: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 2 Cups Cooked Pasta fusilli ½ Cup of chopped Green, Yellow, and Red Capsicum 5 Olives, Chopped finely 1tbsp Olive Oil 1tsp Vinegar ½ tsp Chili … [Read more...]
