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Chatpata Gajar, Gobhi aur Shalgam ka Achar
Chatpata Gajar, Gobhi aur Shalgam ka Achar

The chatpata (spicy) Gajar (carrot) Gobhi (cauliflower) ka achar (pickle) is a popular specialty commonly found in North-Indian homes. The pickle is generally made in winter season because in India the best carrots and other vegetables are available in winters. The pickle is just a condiment with the Indian food but Gajar-Gobhi ka achar is consumed as a side dish. The best part of Gobhi-gajar ka achar is that it can be eaten as soon as its made. You don't really have to wait for days to get it ready and taste. Tip:If you wish to consume this pickle within 2 or 3 days, add only 2 tablesp... Read more »

Raita - A Curd (Yoghurt)  Based Indian Condiment
Raita - A Curd (Yoghurt) Based Indian Condiment

Raita is yoghurt (curd) based Indian condiment and is often used as sauce or a dip. There are various ways to make raita. You can also experiment and make your own recipe. The most common of all is the boondi raita and the veg raita. Others are gajar (carrot) raita, Potato raita, lauki raita and cucumber raita. These Raitas work as a side dish with Pulao, Biryani, Khichdi and Kebabs. Boondi is the gram floor crunches available ready-made in the grocery stores. ?You may find flavored boondi in the Indian grocery stores. ?The curd is seasoned with spices like, roasted coriander powder, pe... Read more »


Dehradun: Paradise For Tourism

Dehradun: Paradise For Tourism

Dehradun is the capital of Uttarkhand or Uttaranchal (as it was previously known) and is one of the most popular destination for tourists...


The Top 5 Indian Vineyards and Wineries

The Top 5 Indian Vineyards and Wineries

While it may seem that Wine making in India is only just picking up, some say that Wine has been made in India for many thousands of year...

Daman in the rains

Daman in the rains

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Hyundai Car Prices in India

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Hyundai as a word means modernity, which truly reflects in Hyundai car designs and technology. Hyundai entered Indian market quite late a...

Funny Indian Signs

Funny Indian Signs

Here's a collection of some funny signs, boards and ads in various parts of India.

Top 5 Indian Bowlers in ICC World Cup Cricket 2011

Top 5 Indian Bowlers in ICC World Cup Cricket 2011

ICC World Cup Cricket is the most awaited and popular tournament in the world of Cricket. Millions of eyes glued to TV set all over the w...

D.Y. Patil Pune Medical College

D.Y. Patil Pune Medical College

If you ask a 4 or 5 year old kid that what would he become when he grows up? The immediate answer you get is ?A Doctor?. Becoming a docto...

Best Fabric Destinations in India

Best Fabric Destinations in India

The geo-climatic and bio diversity of India has given birth to myriad of textiles and weaving pattern throughout India. The textile tradi...

Ayurvedic Spas in Pune

Ayurvedic Spas in Pune

Ayurveda is the ancient, traditional and scientific system of holistic medicine that has been practiced through centuries by ancient phys...

The Top 10 Medical Colleges in India

The Top 10 Medical Colleges in India

Everywhere you turn and ask Students want to be an engineer or a doctor...and why not, India has some of the best Engineering and Medical...

A Guide to Selecting Indian Hotels

A Guide to Selecting Indian Hotels

While selecting a 5 Star Hotel is as easy in India as any country in the world...for those of us who can't afford to stay in such luxury ...

MTV Splitsvilla - Episode 6

MTV Splitsvilla - Episode 6

This girl, a self-proclaimed poet, came across as a narcissist. In front of the camera, she is always so energetic, hyper, attention-crav...

Munnar - A Hill Station in God’s Own Country (In Pictures)

Munnar - A Hill Station in God’s Own Country (I...

Munnar is the most picturesque hill station of Kerala. Munnar is a honeymooner's paradise, lover's spot and a place to relax and enjoy th...

Rangoli Designs With Flowers - The Colors of Celebration

Rangoli Designs With Flowers - The Colors of Ce...

Rangoli in India is probably one of the most popular and traditional art. It is an art of painting the floor with various colors and beau...

Tree House Hotels-Where your room meets the Sky!

Tree House Hotels-Where your room meets the Sky!

These Eco-friendly Resorts though minimalistic are not devoid of luxuries furnished with an interesting blend of antique furniture, ethni...

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