Mekkikattu Nandikeshwara Temple: worshipping the holy bull
Located about 20 kilometers from Kundapur and just about 8 km from the temple town of Barkur is a rare temple, the Nandikeshwara temple of Mekekattu . Legend has it…
Photo essay – Dudhwa Diaries: Nature’s Beauty beyond words
Home to a number of endangered species of animals and birds, Dudhwa National Park in Uttar Pradesh is an integral part of the Terai landscape. Established initially as a sanctuary…
Rentomojo: the Smarter Way to Own – Flexibility and Convenience at Your Fingertips
Given my love for travel, I always fancied the idea of living in different cities for short periods of time as that is one of the best ways to explore…
Uttar Pradesh Bird Festival 2018: a grand success and a boost for ecotourism
Uttar Pradesh: a haven for bird lovers One of the richest states in terms of its variety of bird life, Uttar Pradesh is home to over 500 species of birds.…
Oats and Finger Millet pancakes using Sprig Real Cinnamon Imbued Honey
One among the most common ingredients we use in our daily lives is honey. Rich in antioxidants, it has always been known for its antiseptic properties that help heal wounds…
Bold, bright and beautiful: the indigeneity of Pedana Kalamkari fabrics
Large expanses of freshly dyed fabric spread out on the roads greeted me as I entered the dusty by lanes of the seemingly sleepy town of Pedana. While I wanted…
Recipe: Pineapple Rasam – a melange of savoury, sweet and tangy flavours
A staple of any South Indian meal, rasam aka saru in any form is my all time favorite. I love drinking it most of the time. Today, I tried an…
Photo essay: Upcycling idea – old window to a shabby chic travel souvenir placeholder
If you have been following my blog for sometime, you must be familiar with my festish for sourcing old unused items aka “junk” and upcycling them into something useful. Most…
Curtain raiser: Uttar Pradesh Bird Festival – 2018 Edition
One of the largest and most populous states of India, Uttar Pradesh is a state of many facets. Situated on the border of India and Nepal, it is home to…
Recipe: Tender Coconut payasam using Sprig Salted Caramel
There is nothing more refreshing than a bowl of payasam to finish any meal. Symbolic of all things happy, festive and celebratory, payasam is one of the most common desserts…