Tips to make your Kedarnath trip safer and easier

Planning a trip to Kedarnath is quite the task. Preparing yourself for the trip not just includes you packing your essentials, but also preparing yourself mentally. Kedarnath is the kind of trip that will test your willpower and your persistence. The trip is roughly 22 kms long and can be covered in a span of 10 hrs – 12 hrs depending on your pace. These tips will help you reach the Kedarnath temple with mental and physical ease. Plan at least 30 days prior Walking 22 kms in extreme weather is certainly a huge task for our bodies to take in a day. Plan your trip at least 30 days prior and start working out and easing your body to adapt to such extreme physical activity and weather. Visit during May Try avoiding your Kedarnath trip during the summer since the threat of dehydration is real. Visiting during the monsoon feels far better than during the summer. Pack as light as possible Try to pack as light as possible, to such an extent that your essential trekking needs to fit in your jacket. Horseback rides to the rescue Even if the horseback rides seem and feel uncomfortable, it is a great option than walking throughout. Do not hesitate to hail a horse if you’re starting to feel weak. Start early To avoid bad weather and crowd, start as early as possible so that you have enough time to take a break in-between. Make your next trip to Kedarnath special and extra spiritual, and most importantly far safer!

Amazon Home decor finds under 799/- that you need today!

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Amazon Home decor finds under 799/- that you need today!

Everyone loves to have a nice looking home that completes their personality. These Amazon Home decor items are sure to give your dream home an aesthetic and classy look! Wall1ders Hexagon Wall mirrors These wall decor mirrors are a thrifty, yet classy choice for a medium to small room. This product comes in a pack of 30 Hexagonal mirrors and 10 Butterfly mirrors which are super easy to install and remove and makes your room look bigger and brighter at just Rs. 260/- Xtore Home Dècor Elephant ceramic figures if you’re looking for an addition to your coffee table that has to me classy and modern at the same time, then the Xtore Home Dècor Elephant ceramic figure is a great choice for you. This product comes in a pack of three different ceramic elephants, resembling your cute little family! Pricing at just Rs. 799/- Gesto 300 LED Window Curtain If you’re looking for something to partition your large room, or decorate a side of your wall, or even give an extra look to your window, then this is the best pick for you! This product comes with a curtain and strips of encased LED fairy lights with a remote control for just Rs. 720/-

This nee Airfryer is all you need in your kitchen

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This nee Airfryer is all you need in your kitchen

Every jar needs a lid, and in my opinion, every kitchen needs this super cool airfryer, which not only airfries your food, but has multiple functions! The Geek Airocook is a must have for every health freak who loves to cook their own meal. This one of a kind airfryer is not your regular airfryer, but is a Smart Airfryer. How smart you ask? Well, this big boy can air-fry, bake, toast at different levels, grill, AND comes with an additional feature to rotisserie your chicken! Pricing at just Rs. 12,000/-, this modern wonder eliminates the money that you spend on your oven, toaster, grills and rotisseries! The Geek Airocook comes with two trays, one to bake and one to air-fry, one Rotisserie rod, oven mitts and a safety handle to pull out your trays without burning your hands, and has a shiny stainless steel body with 23 litre capacity, making this product your kitchen best friend!

Unique Airbnb stay in Kerala that you NEED to visit!

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Unique Airbnb stay in Kerala that you NEED to visit!

Planning your trip to Kerala? Then the Paradise Gardens Beach Resort is THE perfect place for your gang to bunk. Whenever we think of Kerala, it’s always the lush green vegetation, boat rides, coconuts and their out of the world cuisines. The Paradise Gardens Beach Resort will surely change this perspective of Kerala with their Private Beach villa, furnished with top class decor and a soothing aesthetic finish to compliment your mood and hike up your Instagram! To give a tough competition to the beauty of the posh private beach, the interior designing and architecture of the resort is purely brilliant and most certainly Instagrammable. With extremely convenient and pocket friendly prices, the Paradise Gardens Beach Resort is a lovely and chic stay for you and your gang.

Must try desserts of Namma Bengaluru - Part 2

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Must try desserts of Namma Bengaluru – Part 2

Welcome back to the 2nd part of the ongoing series where we find THE best and unique desserts of Namma Bengaluru. Check out the first part if you’ve missed and follow for more foodie contents! Iranian ice cream, Persian Terrace, Rajajinagar Famously known as “Bastani”, this Persian delicacy is nothing short of royalty, with pistachio nuts, saffron, rose water and flakes of frozen clotted cream. Iranian ice cream gets its unique flavours from these exotic combinations of ingredients. Try this rare dessert today! Lotus Biscoff cheesecake, Sly Granny, Ashok Nagar The Lotus Biscoff flavour has been the talk of the week in the dessert isle, and the texture of cheesecake just made this combination a definite must try! Mango Panna Cotta, Prequel, Hebbal Panna Cotta on its own is than enga ugh to captivate your taste buds, but Panna Cotta with the sweetness of Indian Mangoes is a game changer! Would you give this unique mix a try?

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Tips to match perfect earrings for your Necklines

Just like how a barber’s mistake births a new hairstyle, mixing and matching your wardrobe and experimenting with your favourite outfits will help you rediscover your style and fashion. Even if there are no mistakes or blunders when it comes to furnishing your dream outfit, there are certain thumb rules and essentials which are to be kept in mind while styling to make you look like a Bollywood diva. Here are some of the perfect combinations of earrings that go brilliantly with your necklines! Turtleneck Pair your turtlenecks with any bold and contrast earring. This brings more attention to your jawline and gives a good and contemporarily elite finish to your look. Round neck Pair your Round neck T-Shirts with studs to give a rich, classy look. Go for pearl studs to pique your sense of fashion! V neck Pair your V neck shirts and blouses with any contrast and long dangling earrings for a vibrant look. If you’re not sure which one of your earrings to wear, always go for your Hoop earrings! Collared shirt Collared shirts are a statement of fashion themselves, and therefore, do not need your earrings’ assistance in completing your outfit. Pair your favourite collared shirt with any contrast and bold studs for a casual and modern look, or go with complementary or pastel studs or even single white stone studs if you’re looking for a more formal look!

Private Theatre at just Rs. 499/- in Bangalore?

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Private Theatre at just Rs. 499/- in Bangalore?

Would you believe it if I told you that you could rent a Private Theatre for all your celebrations, parties and hangouts at just Rs. 499/- in Namma Bengaluru? Now get ready to check out the exclusive 5 seater private movie theatre, Cini World in Marathahalli! This private movie theatre experience comes at just Rs. 499/- where you can screen your favourite movies, series and shows with your friends and family. What’s the catch you ask? They have an appetising menu, and also cater to all your special occasions, celebrations, and even help you plan your secret proposal right from the decorations till your special menu! Book your private theatre today and make the best of what Bangalore has to offer to your days of youth!

Make Instant mango phirni in just 10 mins with this easy recipe!

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Make Instant mango phirni in just 10 mins with this easy recipe!

Growing up Indian has its perks, especially when it comes to our hot summer days cooled down with those sweet mangoes and the never-ending love for sweets. This recipe is a modernised version of your regular Phirni, wherein, we’re swapping Basmati rice with vermicelli to make the Phirni way easier and quicker! What you’ll need ● Vermicelli – 1 cup● Mango puree – ½ cup● Sugar as required● Cardamom powder – 1 pinch● Milk – ½ cup● Shredded almonds and cashews – 2 tbsp How to make ● In a pot boil the vermicelli and drain out the excess water once boiled.● Cook the boiled vermicelli with milk for about 5 mins before adding sugar and mango puree and mix well.● Keep stirring until the mixture thickens and add cardamom powder.● Serve hot or chill for a few minutes before topping with shredded almonds and cashews and enjoy! Follow for more tasty and scrumptious recipes and make your kitchen your wonderland!

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How to help yourself become your best version – Part 2

If you’re someone who is in desperate need for a change of pace in your life; if you feel like your life has been stuck in second gear for a while now; if you have the dedication to up your game and thrust yourself up towards your success, then you’re in the right place! Check out Part 1 of the ongoing series on How to help yourself become your best version before continuing further with the part 1. Learn to let go and walk away This may seem confusing, but it is NOT a rule to stand and fight every fight. You have the right to choose your battles. Fighting with someone who is hell-bent on proving you wrong or making you seem like the bad guy is a battle that you can choose not to fight by simply walking away. This goes for every situation that you may face in your life. Before bursting out in a fight, take a minute and evaluate the situation and take a call on whether or not this fight is worth your time, efforts, physical and mental energy. Manage time efficiently Most of us waste our precious time in scrolling our phones. It is vital to remember that time once lost is lost forever, and procrastinating your task is simply going to circle back and ruin your tomorrow’s plans. Chart out your daily routine and prioritise your tasks under 4 categories, viz., Urgent and Important, Urgent but NOT important, NOT Urgent but important, and lastly, NOT Urgent and NOT Important. This will essentially help you split your tasks and complete them on time. Try to stay positive and realistic With everything spiralling downward, it is exhausting to keep your head up high in the clouds of hope and positivity. Even though that seems quite reasonable to be pessimistic, but what we focus on and what we manifest plays a very huge part in our lives. Chanting words of positive affirmation and hope helps you cheer up your day and gives you the hope to proceed further. Do not forget to keep your expectations and goals realistic so as to avoid any possible pitfalls. Learn to analyse yourself Understanding oneself is crucial to track your growth pace. Unless you have the ability to analyse yourself, it would be very difficult to trace your areas of improvement and where you need more focus. Analysing oneself automatically answers the question of what can I do to improve myself. If this article has helped you in any way, then keep an eye out for more such content!

How to make Homemade Gulkand with just 4 ingredients!

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How to make Homemade Gulkand with just 4 ingredients!

Gulkand has been a vital part of every Indian meal in some form or the other for centuries now. Not only does it have a very sweet and delicious flavour, but Gulkand is packed with health benefits and is rich in antioxidants. The list does not end here! Did you know that traditionally Gulkand was used as a cure for heartburns, acidity, chronic constipation and indigestion? Recently, it was discovered that the medicinal properties of Gulkand extends to helping cure haemorrhoids and essentially builds your metabolism. Make your jar of goodness with these simple ingredients in just 10 mins today and consume daily and witness your health grow substantially! What you’ll need ● Damask/Paneer Rose petals – 1 cup● Sugar – 1 cup● Fennel seeds – 3 tbsp● Honey as required How to make it ● Thoroughly wash and drain a cup of Paneer Rose aka Damask Rose petals and transfer it to a container and add the sugar.● Mix the rose petals and sugar well and squeeze until the petals release water and add the mixture to a pan.● Once added to the pan, the rose petals and sugar mixture becomes watery.● Add the fennel seeds and let the mixture thicken well and change colour before transferring to a jar.● Let it cool before adding honey until the mixture is completely soaked under.● For better taste, let the Gulkand soak for a day or two before consuming. Traditionally the Gulkand is made with honey and rose petals and is sun-dried until the mixture thickens and is completely soaked in honey for a few days. Try out this easy recipe and comment down which healthy and tasty recipes you’d like us to write about next!

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