Jaggery is an integral part of Sankranti festivities and Bellam Paramannam is one such dessert that is a typical one made for the day. Bellam Paramannam is a cherished dish in many South Indian households under various other names. It takes center stage during festive occasions, and particularly during Sankranti. This sweet rice pudding is… Read More Bellam Paramannam
The desert city of Bikaner has layers of history weaved in its fold that makes for interesting destination that never fails to surprise. “Did you know Bikaner has over 1000 havelis (old decorated homes)?” This was a question that I was posed on a recent trip to Bikaner and that was a question that stumped… Read More Bikaner Travel Guide
A persistent rainfall through the day in Sharjah is quite unusual. And being part of a contingent to visit the Sharjah Light Festival, all of us were looking forward to take the off road safari drive in Mleiha. But the rain seemed to be all set to play spoilsport. Our affable guide Mozhgan in fact also… Read More Mleiha – Rediscovering Sharjah’s History
Part of the United Arab Emirates, Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) is a secret destination waiting to be discovered.Here are some of the things you must not miss while you are in Al Marjan islands. Go Island Hopping Go on a Desert Safari Desert dunes Visit the Turtle Beach Experience an Adrenaline Rush Food Adventures Get… Read More Al Marjan Islands – Ras Al Khaimah’s best kept secret