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Edible Green Series: Mollugo pentaphylla & Glinus oppositifolius
Mollugo pentaphylla and Glinus oppositifolius, both members of the Molluginaceae family, are recognized as edible greens known for their bitterness. Varieties exist in many languages and regions. The author shares personal experiences in finding and cooking dishes like dosa with these greens, highlighting their culinary significance and cultural enjoyment.
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Rooting for Tubers Festival – 3rd Edition
My obsession with all of these actually stems from the fact that I was born and raised in a small town in Kerala by parents who loved plants, gardens, and the outdoors! We grew a lot of fruit trees, vegetables, and tubers in addition to ornamental plants in our home. I suppose that because we…
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Pathila Thoran: Kerala’s Healing Greens on a Plate for Monsoon Wellness
Karkkidakam, the month of heavy rains and seasonal shifts, brings with it the age-old tradition of Pathila Thoran—a nourishing stir-fry made from ten medicinally rich leaves. These backyard greens, harvested with care, provide a natural boost to immunity and well-being. But gathering them requires mindfulness—correct identification, safe harvesting practices, and proper cleaning ensure both health…
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Blooming Delights: A Guide to Edible Flowers in India
Last Updated on 01-Oct-2025 India is a treasure trove of diverse flora, showcasing a stunning variety of edible flowers that are as flavorful as they are beautiful. Picture this: from the majestic Himalayan foothills to the lush tropical forests of the south, our country’s landscapes are bursting with blossoms that have been cherished in traditional…
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Home-bakers with healthy bakes from Bangalore
Now many people are becoming aware of the harmful effects of maida and white sugar. Some of my friends told me that they already eliminated Maida and white sugar from daily cooking. But what about bakery items? Like birthday cakes, breads etc. Not everyone has time to make their own bread. So I suggested them…
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Buttermilk as Summer drink
Few of my fellow friends told me that they don’t have any other social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram where I post often. Hence I thought of sharing the content which I post on FB and IG here also. Starting with the one I posted today on IG. In Summer, I would like to have…
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India’s Biggest Organic Gardening Event “Oota From Your Thota” – Don’t miss it!
If you are in Bangalore on Aug 25/26, please do not miss this wonderful event happening at Durgaparameshwari Ground, Opp. Ranga Shankara, JP Nagar. Visit OFYT page for more details. Register now for Free Entry, Gardening Consultation and Workshops! The Brochure for the event can be read here OFYT FB page – https://www.facebook.com/ofyt.org/ OTG FB page – https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrganicTerraceGardening/ …
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