Check out THE Highest village that connects to a motorable road in the world!

Being one with nature is simply a state of cloud nine. There are few joys and ecstasies that money cannot buy, one such element is the unimaginable beauty of nature. The Hikkim Village and the Komic Villages of Spiti Valley, Himalayas are the world’s highest villages that connect to a motorable road. This bewitching destination needs no introduction or commentary on why this NEEDS to be on your bucket list this year. Looking down at an elevation of 4,440 metres, the Komic village connects you to the unseen and unfelt world. Hike and bike to the highest extent with your loved one and feel the world under your feet!

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Food

Must try desserts of Namma Bengaluru – Part 1

If you’re a Bangalorean or even an honorary Bangalorean and have an incurable sweet tooth, then these desserts are sure to blow your mind with the yummilicious taste that will most certainly create a core memory! Remember, this is just the Part 1 of the 3 part series so make sure to follow! Rasmalai, Punjab Grill, Rajajinagar Starting off strong with the classic, yet evergreen Rasmalai from the Punjab Grill. Not only that this will take you for a spin in the rollercoaster of deliciousness, the extremely soft rasmalai just melts away in your mouth like dew on sunshine! Kesar Pista tres leches, Magique, Koramangala Mixing a little bit of Desi to the videshi, this distinct Mexican pastry has collaborated with the goodness of Indian Kesar and Pista at the Magiue restaurant in Koramangala. Blueberry Panna Cotta, Terrace by House of Commons, JP Nagar Hailing from the Westward country of Italy, the Panna Cotta is traditionally made with sweetened cream and gelatine. The Blueberry Panna Cotta is a little kitchen creativity which you can enjoy exclusively at the Terrace by House of Commons in JP Nagar.

2. Did you know about this Mango festival in Bangalore?

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Did you know about this Mango festival in Bangalore?

Hear hear! All the mango lovers, hear! This traditional restaurant serves an entire South Indian meal with the main ingredient as mangoes to celebrate the diverse uses, nutritional benefits and your love for Mangoes this summer. The Halli Mane restaurant at Malleswaram, Bangalore caters to all your mango needs and cravings under one roof with their speciality meal. The Halli Mane has a crafty mango-based meal from start to finish, with the following items on the menu: Take your mango loving foodie here and relish this one-of-a-kind meal exclusively from 1st May till 31st May this year!

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Culture and Heritage

Watchworthy Astronomical events in May and June 2023

Every year hundreds of uniquely astonishing astronomical events occur and go unnoticed to most of us. This year let’s all take a break from our monotonous lives and stop to appreciate the grandeur of the skies and the mysterious magnificence of the nights. These are some of the watch worthy astronomical events of May and June 2023 that you can witness with your naked eye! Enjoy these astronomical marvels with your loved ones and be prepared to get your socks knocked off!

How to make homemade Chipotle Cream Cheese in under 15 mins!

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How to make homemade Chipotle Cream Cheese in under 15 mins!

In love with Chipotle flavours but concerned about consuming packaged and processed food? Then this recipe will revamp your soul with the yumminess of Chipotle cheese and the goodness of a homemade wonder. What’s the catch you ask? This recipe can be prepared from scratch in under 15 mins and can be stored in an airtight container in your fridge for a week! What you’ll need ● Milk – 1 litre● Lime Juice – 2 to 3 tbsp● Salt to taste● Hung curd – 150 g● Cheese cubes● Kashmiri Red Chillies or Chipotle chillies – 3● Chopped Olives – 2 to 3 tbsp● Chopped Jalapenos – 2 to 3 tbsp● Chopped Sun Dried Tomatoes – 2 to 3 tbsp● Oregano – 1/2 tsp● Chopped coriander – 1 tbsp● Garlic – 2 cloves● Black pepper to taste How to make it? ● Boil your milk well and add the lemon extract while still warm and drain out the water.● Rinse and gently press out any excess water and make sure to not press too tightly to keep the texture intact.● In the meantime, soak the chillies in warm water for about 2 mins.● Transfer from the cheesecloth to a mixer or blender with the hung curd, soaked chillies, pepper, salt, cheese cubes, and blend until a smooth paste.● Add the chopped olives, jalapenos, sun dried tomatoes, oregano, chopped coriander leaves and mix well.● Transfer to an airtight container and store in your fridge for about a week. Relish this creamy yummy goodness and have a healthy, fun loving meal!

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Trends

3 Must have dresses for every woman!

If you have an event coming and have no clue what kind of dress you should get, you’ve found the right article. These 3 dresses are perfect for all your special occasions and complete you with a chic and elegant look! 1. Empire line dress – The name ‘Empire’ in the Empire line dresses has been crowned to the style of the garment due to its extensive usage in the royal families during the first French empire. As the name goes, the Empire line dresses have a fitted cut above the waist, making your body look toned and svelte! Pair this up with an elbow long contrast hand glove with shiny minimalist jewellery and watch as everyone’s eyes obsess over your beauty! 2. Wrap style / Blazer dress – The wrap style dresses hold a mighty advantage of making one look younger with its contemporary and stylish finish. This dress is sure to attract your audience’ attention and keep their gaze on you! 3. Print smock waisted dress – If you’re looking for a minimalist yet an aesthetic look, then the Print smock waisted dresses are the best fit for you. Pair it up with a loose and contrast shrug and a top hat and matching sandals, and you’re all set to rock your party!

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Destination Travel

Reasons why you NEED to visit the HIGHEST bridge in Asia!

Spiti Valley – One of the unknown and hidden gems of India. Living up to the standards and exceeding the expectations of its visitors and tourists, the Spiti Valley is nothing short of an astounding spectacle that makes you question reality and your own eyes. This enchanting and bewitching spot has become the go-to spot for all the nature lovers who seek to get away from the tiring and polluted everyday urban life. One such wonder in the Spiti Valley is not a part of nature’s construct, rather, an extreme effort and build of man. The Chicham Bridge in Spiti Valley currently holds the record for being THE highest bridge ever to be constructed in Asia, towering the ridges and the cloudy hills at a height of 13,596 feet! This colossal construction connects the villages of Chicham and Kibber, and is surrounded by eye-soothing the Chandratal Lake, the mountainous villages Kaza, Komic, Langza, Dhankar, Tabo and Nako which are the cherry on the top! The Chicham bridge looks over a whopping 1,000 feet drop into the Samba Lamba Nallah gorge, making it one of THE scariest and yet a uniquely picturesque location for all the travel buffs and nature romantics. Do visit the highest bridge in Asia with your gang and loved ones and make your Instagram and Social Media handles sparkle with the overflowing aesthetic views of nature.

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The Next Big Thing?

Popular brand Hill Zill Wines Pvt Ltd recently launched two of its most anticipated products in the market. Fruzzanté, is India’s first-ever sparkling fruit wine. This is the only brand producing gluten-free and vegan alcoholic beverages following traditional techniques. Apart from the popular Chikoo wine they also have wines available Pineapple, Strawberry, Starfruit, Mango and soon-to-be launched Orange Fruzzanté. The next one on the list is Arka. Arkä is made from honey extracted from beehives that are then fermented and presented as mead. Interestingly enough mead has been mentioned in ancient scriptures dating back to 100 BC. After its success in Maharashtra, Karnataka & Goa. The brand is now actively available in Arunachal Pradesh.

How I made my own seasoning powder at home

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How I made my own seasoning powder at home

Ever since the pandemic, the idea to walk the healthier path has been spreading like wildfire, especially among the youth. As a part of my healthier meal, I tried making my own spices in order to cut out any preservatives or adulteration. The process is quite simple, easy, and almost the same for all the spices that you’ll need for your meal. You will definitely be shocked to know that you can not only make your own masalas, but also make your own Pizza, Pasta and even your own Nacho seasoning that tastes scrumptious not just for your Indian based curries, but also for your multi-cuisine requirements! Although all the ingredients are natural and the process too, is quite easy to make, ensure to check once for allergies and make sure to store them all in an airtight container for best results. Allspice Powder Did you know that the Allspice powder gets its name as it is a combination of Cloves, Nutmeg and Cinnamon powders? Mix ground Cloves, Nutmeg, and Cinnamon in equal parts and your Allspice powder is ready to use! Ginger/Garlic Powder Wash and peel out Ginger and Garlic and chop it before sun drying it until completely dehydrated. Blend into a fine powder and store separately, or mix the GInger and Garlic powder as per your choice! Lemon Powder Slice up lemons and squeeze it out as much as possible before sun drying till crisp for a few days. Blend into a smooth powder and store in an airtight container! Oregano Flakes DId you know that the infamous Oregano flakes are just dried up Ajwain leaves? Clean and wash up Ajwain leaves and slice it before dehydrating it under the sun for a few days until it shrinks in size and is crisp. Break or powder it into smaller shreds if needed.

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How to remove crayon stains off the walls in just 3 steps!

If you have kids and toddlers, then you’re sure to know the fear of your little artists damaging your beautiful walls. This has been a constant fear of all the parents, no matter which generation they are from. This simple lifehack will make your cleaning process easier, and saves your precious walls from your young Van Goghs! For this, you will need the following items, which are typically available in all your household pantries and cleaning cabinets: How to make this work?

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