Little Venice: tranquility amidst London’s hustle bustle
A quiet boat ride in a totally serene setting amidst lush greenery with the noise and chaos seeming hundreds of miles away was something I did not expect to experience…
Bottles to Baskets: Greenery all around
Gardening is about enjoying the smell of things growing in the soil, getting dirty without feeling guilty, and generally taking the time to soak up a little peace and serenity.…
Amritsar Diaries: Piety, patriotism and a party for the palate
Keen to visit the famous Golden temple, we headed to Amritsar for a short visit. While the Golden temple is in a sense “all pervading” in this North-western city, there…
Particle Board: a surprisingly elegant alternative to glass on cane
When the glass of my center table cracked, I was quite heart broken considering that it had served me for years and also the potential hassle of getting hold of…
Upcycling idea: Old door to a multi-function table
This short post is about a fairly straight forward make over of an old wide single door to a versatile table that can be used in more ways than one.…
Thekkady: Jeep Safari and a plethora of activities
Situated very close to the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, the Kerala town of Thekkady is every travel enthusiasts’ dream. Surrounded by the lush greenery of the Periyar forsest, Thekkady is home…
A date with the elephants: Sakrebailu Elephant Camp, Shimoga.
Elephants lazing and playing around in the muddy backwaters of the Thunga river in the gentle morning sun is indeed a joyful sight to watch. This can be witnessed in…
Agumbe: ‘Dodda Mane’ aka Big House
Also known as “Cherrapunji of the South”, Agumbe is an utterly beautiful village in the Thirthahalli taluk of Shimoga district in Karnataka. Nestled in the Malnad region, Agumbe is well-known…
Upcycling idea: Copper pot to table top
If you are from South India especially Karnataka, or familiar with old South Indian houses, you would be acquainted with the traditional ‘hande’. For the uninitiated, the ‘hande’ is a…
My Fortune, Bengaluru
If you are looking to have a great meal while in the middle of town, look no further than My Fortune. Located bang in the middle of Bengaluru’s central business…