Life is like a journey, taken on a train. With a pair of travelers at each windowpane. I may sit beside you all the journey through, Or I may sit elsewhere, never knowing you. But if fate should make me sit by your side, Let’s be pleasant travelers; it’s so short a ride. – Anonymous Train… Continue reading Five reasons why a trip aboard Karnataka’s Golden Chariot is a journey of a lifetime
Did you know that Japanese never make their guests sit with their backs facing the door? I too did not, until I visited Matsuri, at The Chancery. It is here that I learnt, that, it is apparently considered disrespectful as it indicates you are showing your guests the door. My experience with Japanese food has… Continue reading Matsuri at The Chancery: Japanese food at its authentic best
When it comes to products for your little one, it is only natural that you would want not only the best but also those that are ultra safe and free from harmful ingredients. Well, look no further, as all the research and hard work about all things baby friendly has been done by the team… Continue reading MamaEarth – Baby care products: simple, safe and toxin free
If there is one place that showcases the folk and rural culture of Karnataka in its entirety, it is the Janapada Loka folk art museum in Ramnagar. At a distance of just about 50 km from Bangalore, this museum has over 5000 artifacts on display. It was founded by H L Nage Gowda whose dedication… Continue reading Janapada Loka folk arts museum: insight into Karantaka’s rural culture
The history of South India dates back over 4000 years and this period saw the rise and fall of multiple dynasties like the Cholas, Cheras, Pallavas, Pandyas etc. Most of these emperors built elaborate temples as a mark of their authority, establishment and power. Moreover, temples at that time were not only places of worship… Continue reading Keladi Rameshwara Temple: of timeless art and architecture
Nature’s Bounty If you are looking for a luxurious wellness home in an ambience that is similar to the affluent neighborhood of Malabar hill, then look no far as Tata Serein is here. Located on Pokhran Road No 2, Thane West , the project is set amidst the lap of nature with the Upvan Lake… Continue reading Tata Serein: experience Malabar Hill in Thane
So it is that time of the year, when the days are short and nights are long. Woollens are out and there is a clear nip in the air especially in the dark early mornings. Cozy blankets, piping hot food and warm snugly evenings are small pleasures I look forward to this season. But one… Continue reading Winter Woes no more: Himalaya Rich Cocoa Butter Body Cream
At a recent event at Charoen Phokphand (CP) Foods, I had the opportunity to meet Chinmay Kulkarni who heads the R& D division of the company in India. Charoen Phokphand (CP) Foods Public Company Limited and its subsidiaries, CP Group, is a leading agro-industrial and food conglomerate based in Thailand. The company is a well known name in… Continue reading An interaction with Chinmay Kulkarni, head of R&D at Charoen Phokphand (CP) Foods
One of the most popular and most worshiped deities in Hindu Mythology is the elephant headed God or Lord Ganesha. He is believed to be remover of all obstacles and the epitome of all knowledge. As the Lord of beginnings, He is invoked at the beginning of all rituals, ceremonies and festivals. India, being the land… Continue reading Legendary temples of Lord Ganesha, the God of Beginnings at Hattiangadi and Guddattu
Mysuru as mentioned in this post is a city of many facets. Though it is the second largest and populous city of Karnataka, it is a city with oodles of old world charm and one where life still moves at a pleasantly slow pace. A perfect weekend getaway from Bangalore, Mysore never fails to disappoint… Continue reading Mysuru off the beaten track- Part II: Of museums and spirituality
