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To the land of STRAWBERRIES we went … Mahabaleshwar!
“No man needs a vacation so much as the person who has just had one.” Elbert Hubbard Time to post the second part of what we did when we visited the Oxford of the East and the Queen of the Deccan, Pune. The trip that lasted just 4 days was packed with excitement. As usual there was so much to do, and not enough time, but a trip to strawberry land was firmly in place. Mr PABs nephew took the day off work to drive us up into the hills to one of Maharashtras most popular hill stations, Mahabaleshwar. I love to refer to this little city located about 3…
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BACK FROM PUNE… the Oxford of the East!
“Oh, why can’t we break away from all this, just you and I, and lodge with my fleas in the hills? I mean, flee to my lodge in the hills” S.J. Perelman, Will B. Johnstone, and Arthur Sheekman, Monkey Business We’re back from a hectic and fun trip to the city of Pune which lies to the West of India, and is often referred to as the culture capital of Maharashtra, the Queen of the Deccan, and the Oxford of the East. The Oxford of the East because of the numerous educational institutions there which draw students from around the world. A beautiful city, pleasant weather and nice folk, polite…
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Amici Café … ♥ Good food, friends and menu sampling ♥
“Using lots of fresh foods, fruits and vegetables, helps to keep the menu buoyant – I don’t know if that’s the right word, but it keeps a balance of freshness and health.” Sally Schneider Got an invite from the beautiful Amici Cafe in Khan Market, New Delhi … “In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we’re reaching out to a select set of Delhi-based food bloggers to come in and sample our specially prepared ‘Aphrodisiac’ menu”. I looked forward to sample the special menu, and was also thrilled to get an opportunity to meet a few Delhi bloggers. Have virtually bumped into Anita from Mad Tea Party and Sid of Chef…
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Foodbuzz 24, 24, 24: NO MEAN BEAN – A VANILLA BEAN
Ah, you flavor everything; you are the vanilla of society” Sydney Smith When Foodbuzz invited proposals for September’s 24 24 24 I knew it was time to explore my favourite bean, and I’m thrilled they picked me. No, I’m not talking about the French bean, neither the kidney, not the haricot, unfortunately not the java bean…and NO, not even Rowan Atkinson. It was time to get to the heart of the VANILLA BEAN! My exposure to this intriguing bean, in essence, actually knowledge of it’s very existence came via 2 of my favourite blogs – Canelle et Vanille & Tartlette. Both blogs beautifully inspirational, nurtured by ‘Pastry Chef’ bloggers who…
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Sights & sounds of Old Delhi, a walk through a different world!
“We talk, we bake, we laugh, we are!” Jamie @ Life’s A Feast via twitter I love the jingle to that opening quote. It pretty much sums up our foodie lives taken over by blogging, baking, twittering… Comes via twitter from my friend Jamie – a mad-hatter American in Paris!! Sorry I’ve been a bit slack of late. Time continues to fly by & I’ve been a tad busy of late. Time flies otherwise as well, or maybe it’s just that I’m getting old. After all, my little blog here is turning 2 today! It’s been a long, fun journey, & I can’t believe I’ve come such a long way,…
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ITALIAN CHICKEN ON STICKS… & SOME SHOPPING IN NEW DELHI !!
“Do not be afraid of simplicity. If you have a cold chicken for supper, why cover it with a tasteless white sauce which makes it look like a pretentious dish on the buffet table at some fancy dress ball?” Marcel Boulestin Have had a busy week, & just when I thought the kids were finally back to school after a 2 month vacation, ‘they’ (the district authorities) decided to extend the vacations! Too hot for all kids to be at school, so we have them home for another week. Phew! On the brighter side of life, we did manage to get a few random showers, which means we might expect…
