Diwali is my most favorite time of the year. But creating a miniature with traditional and classic Indian titbits is almost impossible, given my poor crafting skills. Well, although this post is reaching you almost a month-and-a-half too late, I totally believe the song Konjum Miakale, when Aishwariya Rai sings, ada indre varavendum en deepavali…
Tag: Sweets and Savories
Sweet Nothings
I’m not a sweet-toothed person, but a sweet shop is a visual delight. The way a sweet meat or cake shop is set up, it is just built to entice you to buy something. The beautiful cakes, cup cakes, muffins, donuts, eclairs, coffee and lollipops make your heart sing with joy. When I was putting…
Vishukani
Vishu, and Tamil Puthandu are the start of the Solar calendar in the two states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. As my father is originally for the border of both states, we observe both festiviteis at our home. For Vishu, the celebration involves setting up a Vishukanni. In Malayalam, kani translates to “that which is…
Greet Your Friends
Thank you for being a friendTraveled down a road and back againYour heart is true, you’re a pal and a confidant I’m not ashamed to sayI hope it always will stay this wayMy hat is off, won’t you stand up and take a bow And if you threw a partyInvited everyone you knewWell, you would…
Fork Off
Along with the Simpsons, I am also a major Seinfeld fan. When I set up this scene, I so badly wished I had Snickers on the plate instead. If you remember the episode titled The Plegde Drum, Elaine’s boss Mr. Pitt eats a Snickers bar with a knife and fork, starting a trend that seems…
I ‘Donut’ Know
Donuts. Is there anything they can’t do? God often gives nuts to toothless people. ~Matt Groening I love the Simpsons, so when Shilpa (AKA Sueno souvenir) was selling a donuts magnet, I secretly hopped there was one with pink topping and sprinkles. Since I couldn’t ask for customizations, I held my tongue. But if you…
Food Express
Food displays, if done right, can be very inviting. I am not a big eater, but I love the way things are displayed. That inspired to make me this lovely display case and hunt for foods that would make me drool, especially now, when I have my midnight hunger pangs. What do you fancy eating…
Sweet Toothed
Sweets and savouries are an part of celebrations for any festival in India. While some are made specifically for the occasion, Diwali usually sees no such restrictions. It’s that one time of the year when people forget about their crash diets, weight-loss plans, and calorie meters and dig in to the sweet platter on offer….
Snapshots of my World 