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Poha Chiwda (Traditional Indian Snack)

  Poha Chiwda (Traditional Indian Snack) Recreate this healthy, easy-to-make, and snacking-favorite at home with rice flakes and readily-available spices. Relished by people of all ages, this festive savory is ready in less than 30 minutes. Cooking pan/iron kadhai 2 cups Poha/Beaten rice (preferably thin and roasted)Jeera/Cumin 1/2 tsp Rai/Mustard seeds 1/4 tsp Urad dal 1/4 tsp Chana...

Moringa Khichdi-Taste and nutrition bite by bite

  Moringa Khichdi-Taste and nutrition bite by bite Wholesome, Unique khichdi with the blend of hand-pounded Rice ,dal ,vegetables and superfood Moringa inspired by the grandmother recipe. Pressure cookerLadle 500 g hand pounded sonamasuri rice50 g moong dal50 g masur dal1/4 cup green leafy vegetables as per availability or fresh coriander (finely chopped)2 tsp moringa powder75 g...

Beetroot khichdi (BEET it Up)

  Beetroot khichdi (BEET it Up) Nothing "BEETS" a happy healthy heart to celebrate love! Beets even bleed "red" - the hue containing powerful antioxidants. Pressure cookerMortar and pestle /mixer to crush the garlic 4 tbsp hand pounded rice (soaked for 6-7 hours)2 tbsp moong dal (soaked for 12-14 hours)1/2 beetroot (finely chopped)1 garlic pod crushed or minced...

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A Lesson Learnt and An Action Plan Made After the Goa Cyclone

As the cyclone passed along the coast of Goa, we lost all electricity and Wi-Fi for over 2 days. Whist falling trees around us, dark clouds, gusts of powerful wind howled around us, rains lashed every side of our home, water seeped in through the windows, under the doors, it was beautiful sitting in...

Pallavi-Rao-Narvekar

A tribute to Pallavi Rao – A Woman of Strength, Courage and Inspiration

We lost her a few days ago. My heart goes out to Rahul and her family. Why I choose to write this piece today is because of the powerful story and lessons learnt and spoken during my time with this amazing lady.  I met Pallavi and Rahul through Vishal Gondal several years ago at...

Fish curry – From the fragrant and flavourful land of spices “Kerala”

  Fish curry - From the fragrant and flavorful land of spices "Kerala" Kerala fish curry as the name implies is a relish and wholesome dish native to Kerala, therefore all ingredients used are grown in abundance locally - Kokum, coconuts etc., There are many versions of fish curry , though this delicious dish and the...

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All Work and No Play – Young Lives During the Pandemic

We have been dealing with the Covid pandemic for over a year now, and in the current conditions, we are repeating the past year in a worse state. However, the next pandemic scare seems to be the after-effects of the current one on our kids' mental health. When the pandemic began, we were all caught...

Power packed Protein Snack: Crunchy SPROUTS TIKKI

Power packed Protein Snack: Crunchy SPROUTS TIKKI Easy to make power packed snack rich in fiber and protein, can be served as a side dish/snack for the family to relish or packed in children meal boxes too. Pan/cast iron tawaMixing bowl 1/2 cup Semi boiled sprouted green moong1.5 tbsp Coriander leaves1.5 tbsp Mint leaves1/2 tbsp...

Rejuvenate and strengthen the body by Quick bite, Power packed – Sesame seeds Edible-gum Ladoo

  Rejuvenate and strengthen the body by Quick bite, Power packed - Sesame seeds Edible-gum Ladoo Sesame edible gum Ladoo is a high power energy,immunity snack, that is prepared especially during winters to ward off colds. It is traditionally also given to women who have just delivered a baby or even to expectant mothers...

Festival of Colours – Celebrate Holi With a Nutritious Thandai

  Festival of Colours – Celebrate Holi With a Nutritious Thandai This traditional beverage is prepared especially during the festival of Holi. Thanks to its cooling effect on the body, it is named Thandai. It is refreshing and at the same time rich in nutrition with the addition of nuts and seeds. Presenting a new version...

Energy punch with a delicious crunch – Broccoli sweet potato tikki

  Energy punch with a delicious crunch - Broccoli sweet potato tikki Broccoli sweet potato tikki can be made with simple and easily available ingredients. Easy to pack and a healthy tea time snack too which can be relished by all. Pressure cookerIron tawa 1 Sweet potato1 cup Broccoli (cut into florets)3 tbsp Grated homemade paneer 2...

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Summer Chillers Recommended This Season

With the rise in temperature day by day, ensuring that you're well-hydrated and your mind and body are taken care of becomes crucial. The human body is 60% water, and proper hydration is utterly essential for overall health. After all, the water that is consumed optimizes blood pressure, regulates body heat, lubricates the joints, moves...