Archive for October, 2010
Easy Recipes for a Diwali Feast
October 27, 2010
Hi everyone! It’s Richa from Mala Handmade and I’ve got Diwali party planning on my mind. The holiday will arrive in just a few short weeks, and for me Diwali is less about what you wear, but rather all about what to eat! I grew up eating Indian food daily, but like so many others I rarely make time to prepare an Indian meal (or admittedly any home cooked meals in general) these days – Diwali seems like the right time to break my takeout streak. And though Indian food has the reputation of being labor intensive, I firmly believe that with a well-stocked kitchen, Indian – and really any – food is less daunting than how it’s perceived and far more tasty, aromatic, and satisfying than whatever is delivered to my door.
Author Shubhra Ramineni just released “Entice With Spice“
“Entice with Spice” is one of several new Indian cookbooks attempting to make Indian cooking accessible – Indian icon Madhur Jaffrey is poised to release “At Home with Madhur Jaffrey
source: Amazon and Random House
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Global Goodies for Diwali
October 26, 2010
1. Catherine Malandrino Silk-chiffon Blouse 2. Kundali Throw 3. Diwali Multicolored Diyas 4. Rosena Sammi, ‘Beautiful’ Sanskrit Necklace 5. Sweet Silk ‘Mithai’ Boxes 6. Yellow Glass Vintage Candle Holder 7. Prague Market Sling 8. Jonathan Adler, Daisy Footstool 9. Velvet Pintuck Pillow 10. Aarti Diya with Wooden Handle 11. Vintage Glass Candle Holder 12. Tanjore Candle Pillar 13. Mango Mojito
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Sweet Sounds ~ Penn Masala
October 25, 2010
Happy Monday! I’m not really a ritualistic person but I do love to celebrate so we’ll be kicking off Diwali celebrations an unconventional way this year. In accord to our Diwali week, I have something that has a little soul, a little pop, and a whole lot of happiness! Penn Masala – Seriously, how cute are these guys?
source:Penn Masala, YouTube
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Gagan says:
November 6, 2010 at 4:35 pm
Goodness! they ARE adorable–thanks for sharing. I’m loving the music posts, hope to see more on bollyinstyle–Hope you had a wonderful diwali!
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Rickshaw Wallahs
October 22, 2010
Happy Friday, all! Greg Vore’s Rickshaw Wallah gallery captured my eyes attention. Greg’s documentary-style approach to photography captures the complex yet simplicity with the white background.
There’s more poignant images from Greg’s trip to India and Africa here.
source: Greg Vore via The Travel Photographer
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Nidhi Chanani’s Magical World
October 21, 2010
A friend emailed me these illustrations by Nidhi Chanani few days ago and I just couldn’t figure out where I’ve seen them before. It’s like when you meet someone and you absolutely think you know them, but just can’t put a name to the face (or in my case, name to a image)! Well, while scrolling through my daily blog reads, I finally figured it out – Nidhi recently illustrated these lovely banners on Sepia Mutiny. Mystery solved!!!
I had to share – How cute are these illustrations? I get this warm fuzzy feeling as soon as I see her art. The lighting she uses in her illustrations is amazing! It makes me want to be the little girl under the shaded tree, or hang out on the balcony in the pouring rain.
I kind of got carried away with selecting my favorites. You can find lots more cuteness on her blog. And if interested in Nidhi’s ‘sketch of the day’, subscribe here.
Just in time for our DIWALI theme next week, a framed series of Nidhi’s playful and celebrated images would add a great festive touch to a home. Also, check out Nidhi’s etsy shop.
P.S. Next week, BollyInstyle will be celebrating DIWALI week. Be sure to check back for some pop and crackle celebration ideas, gift guides, cooking tips from Richa, and MAJOR inspiration!
source: e-nidhi.com
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October 31, 2010 at 2:56 pm
In response to your Oct. 27th article, “Readers, has Shubhra encouraged you to take the home-cooking plunge with me for Diwali or another holiday?” my answer is Yes!
I am already planning to cook the Sauteed Green Beans and Potatoes recipe from Entice with Spice in place of the common green bean casserole for Thanksgiving. It’s a great idea, in my opinion, because sauteing the green beans is much more delicious, nutritious, and less fattening than the common green bean casserole my family has served in the past. I also want to make the Creamed Spinach with Cheese Cubes for another delicious vegetable side. Now, I can’t wait for Thanksgiving!