My second post on the theme – Occasions’, I have chosen weddings. Weddings across India differ from state to state and even within a state. Today I am not going to elaborate on an Indian wedding, but on Chinese wedding reception. I am not in a position to cook anything from the Chinese Wedding banquet.…
Today we are starting a month long marathon and the first theme for this week is ‘Occasions’ .Under this theme I am doing posts on alternate days this week. Naamakarna or the baby’s naming ceremony is one of the most important function / ritual that is performed after the baby is born. For the first…
Blogging Marathon organised by Srivalli [of Cooking 4 all seasons and spicing your life fame] has opened up a whole new world of friendship. The bond that we share helps us move ahead in times of Joys and sorrow.We are like a family now. When this lovely group threw me a surprise Baby shower a…
One of the most memorable moment in a girl’s [or womens] life is her wedding and after that is the time when she is being pampered by her near and dear ones. This second most important occasion in her life is definitely the baby shower.Valaikappu as it is known in TamilNadu,South India, is a function…
Here are a few Pongal clicks for today….The market is full of all these auspicious stuffs that are the high lights for pongal celebrations.Just clicked a few to share with you guys…. Avaramrampoo… Neem leaves and Mango leaves Pula Poo Sugar cane Fresh Turmeric Roots Small bunches are made of Mango leaves,Pula Poo, Avaram Poo…
