Gajar Halwa is a winter special delicacy popular across the Northern region of India. Winter brings with it a special crop of Carrots that are bigger than the regular ones and crunchy with a tinge of sweetness. They are so delicious that most people enjoy eating them raw. Pickling them is another option. Using them…
The key to Acceptance is Accepting #MayTivation
My Husband and I are as different from each other as apples differ from oranges. Amongst our many differences the one I couldn’t come to terms with was that he is messy while I am a neatnik. I am organised and meticulous while he is carefree about being disorganised. There is a place for everything…
Girls Night Out #FridayFotoFiction
Nervous giggles interspersed with bouts of laughter punctured the calm and cool mountain air. The five of them made their way forward, tottering nervously on their high heels. ‘Which sadist would have thought of this cruel contraption called high heels?!’ one exclaimed, gingerly putting one step before the other. ‘Or this bloody hairspray!’ the…
First timer at the #AtoZChallenge ? This could help you!
As January of each year nears an end, a frisson of excitement can be felt in Blogger air. The question, ‘Are you doing the AtoZ?’ starts making the rounds. Are we talking about a unique blogger code, you wonder? Not at all! We are talking about a blogging challenge awaited by most bloggers worldwide, known…
My Five Wishes for 2018 #Blogadda #WOW
Happy 2018 to you! There is something special about the start of a brand New Year, isn’t it! The feeling of starting on a clean slate is so exciting! This year though I consciously skipped making New Year resolutions, as I have rarely followed them through and have been plagued by guilt when I…
Nasir Hussain – The unsung hero behind Yaadon Ki Baarat to Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak and more
Zee Classic presents the ‘Nasir Hussain Film Festival’ from 7th January, every Sunday at 12 noon. Best known for his evergreen movies, Teesri Manzil, Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak and Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, Nasir Hussain was amongst those few in the industry who seldom gave a flop. Father to director and producer Mansoor Khan, uncle…
The Wedding Feast #FridayFotoFiction
https://twitter.com/twinklingtina/status/951473743414550528 ‘You’ve lost weight!’ ‘I look good, right?’ she preened and twirled. ‘You barely peck at your food these days I should have guessed you’re dieting.’ ‘Ever since Robin the Rascal called me a ‘fat cow’ I vowed to make him eat his words!’ she stamped her foot for effect. ‘Looks like he’s eating more…
Book Review: Without You by Preethi Venugopala
Pages: 200 Genre: Fiction. Romance. Chicklit. Available in: Paperback and E-Book format. The Plot: Ananya is a final year Engineering student vacationing in her Grandmother’s house in the picturesque village called Sreepuram. This is where she finally sets her eyes on Dr Arjun whom she has heard praises galore from her Grandmother. Not surprisingly, it…
My first Margazhi
Each December, as the year wraps up and prepares to exit, Tamil Nadu comes alive. December is the month of Margazhi (pronounced Maar-ga-li) Margazhi is considered the most beautiful month in Tamil Nadu and begins on the 16th of December each year. Scriptures say that Lord Krishna declared himself the month of Margazhi. This holy month sees…
If it is Tamil Nadu it has to be Elai Sapad
Think Southern India, and the image of lush green Plantain and Coconut Trees comes to mind. Both trees are so versatile that every part, from the root to the leaf, is edible or useful. As much as I love coconut and plantains, and the various ways they can be used in the kitchen, ranging from…