Berlin has got to be one of the most amazing places I have ever visited in my life. The place…
Recipe : Idli and Dosa Batter
I have lived in Tamil Nadu for over 11 long years. Every South Indian home is always equipped with dosa…
My YouTube Channel
I have begun to narrate some of my poems on YouTube for those of you who prefer that medium. Here…
Recipe : Pan Fried Okra
I had a hankering to eat something fried and crispy. I have been refraining from meat and I had a…
Review : Flower Beauty Light Illusion Perfecting Compact Powder
Key Features of Flower Beauty Light Illusion Perfecting Compact Powder {as claimed by the company} Flower Beauty Light Illusion Powder…
Recipe : Spicy Masala Khichdi
This is the second time in my entire life I ate khichdi and the first time I cooked this dish…
Review : Nivea Fruity Lip Balm
Physical attributes: This lip balm comes packaged in a user friendly squeeze lip-gloss style tube. It is housed in a…
People say a lot of things…
I just observe what they do. That will never confuse you. When in doubt, open your eyes. Then sit to…
Homemade glue for crafts and projects
It’s been way too long I posted something in my ‘home’ category. This draft has been with me for almost…
Only oil your scalp….yeah right!
I have heard this a million times. Salons, friends and just about everyone argue that oil must be applied only…
Hunter’s Maze
Lonely people have observation skills. There’s nothing that gives them thrills. So in the stillness of their hearts, they draw…
Truly Madly Deeply
This has got to be one of the most romantic songs of all times. It is so melodious and heart…
Recipe : Bitter Gourd
Take 2 bitter gourds. Slit halfway lengthwise. Deseed. Boil salted water. Once it begins to boil, add the halved gourds.…
Astronomia
This used to be my favourite song for a very long time around 2013. It was released somewhere in 2010,…
Recipe : Soya Chili Dry
About a dozen years ago, I purchased a packet of soya chunks and attempted to cook it in an extremely…
Review: Khadi Natural Watermelon Soap
Pricing: This soap is priced at the same rate as most regular soaps in the market. It costs INR 70…
Standby
I’m tired of being the one on standby. The one who always willingly complies. The one whom people know they…
Bleeding Love
This used to be my favourite song many years ago. When I listen to this song, I get transported to…
The book that came to me #8
Because of the image on my last post, And since I’ve not yet disclosed, everyone assumed the book that came,…
Today’s fried fish
I sent her a picture of fried fish. Of what I cooked today, this dish. To which she replied, at…
Fake a smile
So I fake a smile. I’ve been doing that all the while. It’s hell inside. But, with you beside. I…
The Cookie Monster
Somebody help me. Please set me free. I’m addicted to… cookies, that’s true. I have too many favourites. And can…
Recipe : Cracked Wheat and Spinach Pulao
Cracked wheat is such a healthy cereal to include in your meal plans. But not many people are familiar with…
Recipe : Ruelha’s Special Beetroot Fried Rice
Well, I’m unique 😉 so I tend to do things differently too. I follow a different method to make fried…
Happy Gudi Padwa 2021
Whether you call it Gudi Padwa or Ugadi, It follows just about the same philosophy. The demon king is defeated.…
I’m Addicted
When I was introduced to you, I really didn’t back then knew. How insanely crazy I’d become, Without caring about…
Recipe : Mixed Vegetable Makhani
If you ever visited my house, you’ll know I always have a huge inventory list on my fridge. There are…
Recipe: Beetroot and Potato sabzi
There was a sale on beets and I decided to buy them. Usually, I just make salads, beet pulao, beet…
Flowers that didn’t die
Flowers in full bloom, Intoxicating with vapours of perfume. Fragrance in the air. Enveloped me like a teddy bear. Beautiful…
Recipe : Dal Tadka
Dal is a staple in most Indian homes. It is comfort food for most people here. I have experimented almost…
I want to play Badminton
I really want to play badminton. Unlike tennis at Wimbledon. Of course, that too I wouldn’t mind. But, I don’t…
Recipe: Mutton Stew
I really relished this stew so much and ate to my heart’s content when my mum prepared it. Later, she…
Get Well Soon
Get well soon. So fun activities, we can resume. Really, please get well. I can’t see you in sickness dwell.…
Recipe: Masala Bhindi Aloo
This was what I cooked on good Friday. I took a peek into my pantry and decided to have fun…
Recipe : Egg Curry {North Indian Dhaba Style}
Today, I’m going to show you how to make egg curry. There are innumerable ways to make this dish. You…
Recipe: Chicken Meatball Curry
Ingredients: {serves 2-3} For the meat balls – 200gms chicken mince 1tsp ginger garlic paste 1tsp soya sauce 1/4tsp lemon…
Happy Easter 2021
Happy Easter everyone. In this year of two thousand twenty one. Cracked open the eggshell. Now come out, mademoiselle. Look…
‘Happy’ Good Friday
We call it good, because He hung on that wood. Had He not, In damnation we’d be caught. We call…
Recipe: Rajma Masala
Ingredients: 150 gms Kashmiri rajma 2 green cardamoms 1/2 mace 4 cloves 2.5-3″ cinnamon or cassia bark 2-3 tbsp ghee…
Favours
What on earth has it come down to? Maybe wear a burqa for your next interview! Everywhere people are expecting…
Recipe : Kardi(baby prawn/shrimp} curry
Ingredients: 2tbsp cooking oil 1 cup baby prawns/kardi 6 cloves of garlic 1/4″ ginger 1 green chili 1/2 tsp cumin…
Dance of the Three
The heart wants what the heart wants. But the mind is trained to restrain and conform. The spirit has all…
Vegan Recipe : Simple Homestyle Karela Sabzi
Ingredients: 2 tbsp cooking oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 9-12 cloves of garlic, pounded/smashed 1 green chili, chopped 1…
Tera Suit
Finally, I’m writing a poem inspired by a song from the present era! It’s what’s playing everywhere and I have…
Echoes in the Rain
If the morning was sleazy, how could the rest of the day be breezy? When it rains, it pours. Can…
The Real World
Some people live a life so protected. They never see real pain or feel dejected. They never see the real…
O O Jaane Jaana
My poem below is inspired by this amazingly melodious song from the 90’s which was the most popular song of…
The book that came to me #7
So anyway, back to Kareena, that grey-eyed lady. If you haven’t been following, or your memory is hazy. Read the…
Recipe : Crispy Pan Fried Bombils(Bombay Ducks)
Don’t let the name mislead you. We’re not cooking ducks today. Bombay Duck is a fish that is sourced exclusively…
Kudi Kunwaari
This is a typical cheesy Bollywood number from this movie titled ‘Hadh Kar Di Aapne’ which was released in the…
