Food

5-Minute Microwave Fudge Recipe

January 30, 2013 by Mansi

As January draws to a close and February rings in, Love is in the air, literally, and all around me people have started planning for Valentine's Day celebrations. As you grow older, Valentine takes on a new meaning, but that still doesn't stop you from enjoying this special moment of love and appreciation towards your partner. A dinner together, a memorable evening, or just sharing dessert from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Chocolate Recipes, Food Tagged With: chocolate, valentine

Caramelized Apple Pancakes

January 17, 2013 by Mansi

When it comes to Breakfast pancakes, most of us resort to a packaged mix, or one of our staples like Blueberry Pancakes or Banana Pancakes, for a quick turnaround. However, weekends tend to be a bit more relaxing, so you can take your time to revamp a favorite pancake recipe, perhaps use some fresh seasonal fruits to pump it up, and instead of going for individual pancakes, how about whipping up a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast & Brunch Recipes, Featured, Food, Kid-Friendly

Fresh Heirloom Tomato Salad

September 11, 2012 by Mansi

Tomato Salad with shaved Pecorino cheese, olive oil dressing, crushed pepper and chopped cilantro These days Heirloom tomatoes are flooding the markets, and we have a similar overflow of big fresh tomatoes in our garden too, as all the giant heirloom tomatoes ripen up at the same time, bringing me this bounty of fresh juicy tomatoes that I am struggling to use up before they turn bad! One of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food, Healthy Recipes, Italian Recipes

Pasta With Creamy Avocado Mint Pesto Sauce

August 17, 2012 by Mansi

Pasta with creamy avocado mint pesto, cashews and cherry tomatoes I love the abundant sunshine and bright long days that Summer brings, but where I live, evenings tend to become a bit chilly, even in peak summer, giving me and my family ample opportunities to indulge in warm comfort food, like this bowl of colorful pasta that you saw above. Farmer's markets are still thriving with fresh seasonal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food, Italian Recipes, Kid-Friendly, Main Course Recipes, Pasta Recipes

Kerala-Style Cabbage Thoran

July 27, 2012 by Mansi

Cabbage Thoran, a Kerala-style recipe that resembles a stir-fry Indian cuisine is so versatile and diverse, and yet food that comes from every part of the country bears its own mark, in terms of ingredients, flavors, cooking methods, and recipes. A dish that represents the state of Gujarat will be totally different from that which stands for Punjab, which in turn is in stark contrast to a recipe … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizer Recipes, Food, Healthy Recipes, Indian Recipes, Snacks & Sides

Blueberry Banana Avocado Bread

July 17, 2012 by Mansi

It is customary for most people to bake a batch of Banana Bread when they see a few over-ripe and brown bananas gawking at them. In fact, most people, including me, have a tried-and-tested banana bread recipe that they turn to in times of need! However, this time around, I tried to juggle things a bit, and baked a Blueberry Banana Bread instead. I had bookmarked a muffin recipe some time ago that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast & Brunch Recipes, Food, Healthy Recipes, Kid-Friendly Tagged With: baked, blueberries, breakfast, healthy

Mango Lassi & Strawberry Shots

July 2, 2012 by Mansi

Summer and Mangoes go hand-in-hand, and if I were in India, I would have seriously gained a few sounds in Summer, just because of eating Mangoes every single day! This sweet, juicy and fibrous fruit is undoubtedly the King of Fruits, at least for me and my family. There's nothing like squeezing out fresh mango pulp and relishing it to your heart's desire. Luckily, my little one also loves it like … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dessert Recipes, Drinks & Cocktails, Food, Ice-cream Recipes, Indian Recipes, Kid-Friendly Tagged With: mangoes, smoothies, summer

Whole Wheat Dark Chocolate Muffins

June 26, 2012 by Mansi

Chocolate Muffins (eggless) made with whole wheat flour and dark chocolate chips When it comes to chocolate recipes, there is hardly anything that i don't like, so when I saw these delicious Chocolate Cappuccino Muffins on UsMasala, I knew I had to bake them as soon as I can. Made with whole wheat flour and real chocolate chips, these are perfect for my little girl who is as much of a chocolate … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dessert Recipes, Food, Kid-Friendly, Muffin Recipes Tagged With: chocolate, eggless

How to maintain healthy glowing skin as you age…

Image Credit: Alexander Grey from Unsplash. Getting older is often seen as a good thing, but it also comes with its drawbacks. One of the more notable is how it affects peoples’ appearances. Fine lines, wrinkles, and gray hairs all start setting it. It’s not uncommon to want to prevent these, and you could want to maintain your appearance as you get older. It’s a natural desire to have, even if it seems like it’s impossible. It could be more within your reach than you’d think, though. In fact, it doesn’t even need to be complicated. Once you know what you’re doing, there shouldn’t be anything to worry about. Some steps and tips could … [Read More...]

Seasonal Depression is a Thing – Here’s how to win over it…

Image credit As the days get shorter and winter settles in, it’s no wonder that many people start to feel a bit low. Actually, a large number of people tend to feel this way! So, it’s usually called the “winter blues,” “seasonal depression,” or even the more official term “seasonal affective disorder.” it’s just a common struggle that lasts for multiple months. If you live in places in the world with six months of darkness, then the rates go up a lot higher. But why is this so common? Well, there are a lot of reasons, such as less daylight (meaning less vitamin D and A), holiday pressures, colder weather, and those sky-high heating … [Read More...]

6 Unique & Unheard Ways To Reduce Stress…

Pexels - CC0 License There are so many of us who are absolutely sick of feeling stressed all day, every day, and if you are one of those people, it can almost be overwhelming to see the wealth of options for treating our stress levels. We need quick ways, we need ones that benefit us over time, but we also need access to things that are not necessarily conventional. There are plenty of unique ways to reduce stress levels that you may find interesting but also, more importantly, effective: Purify the Air We need to remember that cleaner air is something that can help us with our overall well-being, and this could reduce … [Read More...]

How to plan for a stress-free retirement…

Source: Unsplash (CC0) Thinking about retirement planning already? Whether it feels miles away or just around the corner, planning for your retirement doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. The key is to break it down into manageable steps and, most importantly, make sure it’s something you actually want to achieve. So let’s walk through some tips that’ll help you build a retirement plan you feel confident about, plus we’ll tackle important topics like Medicare and Medicare Advantage along the way. Tips for Defining Your Retirement Goals Visualize your day-to-day: Think about where you’d like to live, what activities … [Read More...]

Going Beyond Digital Marketing: Expanding Your Business Horizon…

Digital marketing has quickly become an indispensable strategy for reaching and engaging consumers. However, in an era where brands vie for attention online, simply relying on digital tactics can become restrictive. If you want your business to move to the next level, expanding its horizon beyond digital may require innovative thinking outside the digital box. In this blog, we will look at a few approaches you could try that will increase its reach while deepening your customer relations. Photo by Luca Bravo on Unsplash Cultivate a Community Forming a sense of community around your brand goes far beyond traditional digital … [Read More...]