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Happy ugadi / Vishu / Chittirai Thirunal and Gudi Padwa

Let Something simple, very simple Occur in this cosmos this new year ! In one galaxy among the billions, In one solar system, among the millions, One of its multiple planets, Within every one of us, Around the small corner, In all our hearts! Something simple, very simple But profound and blissful!   Such may be the joy, May the Sky blush crimson, Late at night! May the moon turn red, In the backdrop of the Throbbing sky! And stars twinkle with all glitter, With intensity like never! May our nights sparkle, Like the charming smile, Of that special Joy!   May the Gods feel envious, Wondering why did not they Born humans or the elements and the planets! For such Happiness, such Joy, such courage With which we fight the pandemic optimistically Which never ever they had known!   May Gods shower all their mercy And blessing upon all of us And give us a fresh start -- A fresh new beginning. Where everything is ...

Vadacurry Vedanta !

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 I recently moved to Bangalore an year ago. One of the many things I miss about Chennai is Vada Curry. Vada curry is a gravy made from masala dal Vada. With all its exotic ingredients, and tongue-tingling flavors, Vada curry can be both exciting and intimidating. Vada Curry uses the whole palette of flavors making it something that wants to jump off the plate. It’s such a complete world of taste. I really missed my Balaji Bhawan and Raja Bhawan’s Vada curry. These two places are no perfect stop for all the traditional Indian food; the ambience is also no different; no good-looking furniture; no classical music in the backdrop. The only thing that gives a quite soothing and welcoming vibes to the patrons that adds to a good dining experience is a good aroma of Vada curry that they make. With no one at home and bell ringing in my belly asking it to load it with snacks, I thought of making some exotic Vada curry all by myself. With a new air fryer added to my kitchen, I wasn’t ...