Rashmi Gopal Rao
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Rashminotes
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Travel feature writing, Decor ideas, Food stories, Reviews and more..
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Rashminotes
https://rashminotes.wordpress.com/
This blog is a journal of my tryst with travel, décor and food. Some of my hobbies are travel, reading, writing, photography, cooking and eating good food. I am passionate about everything related to home décor be it plants, artefacts or recycling and up cycling stuff, something that I particularly enjoy.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 628 )
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Review – Sante Spa Cuisine: a Perfect Balance of Health, Flavours and Taste
The idea of eating out at a restaurant or cafe that serves ‘healthy food’ is often met with disapproval, at least in my house. Read more
Posted on 09 March 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Photoessay: Moodabidri Musings – Saavira Kambada Basadi and More
Just about 35 km from the bustling town of Mangaluru, lies the quaint town of Moodabidri that is known for its Jain temples or basadis as it is also called. Read more
Posted on 29 February 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Multipurpose Furniture: Decorate the Smart Way
There is no denying the fact that home sizes today are shrinking, families are getting smaller and life is more fast paced than ever before. Read more
Posted on 21 February 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Photoessay: Handmade Pottery in Pondicherry
As mentioned in my earlier posts, Pondicherry aka Puducherry is a city that never fails to surprise. You are bound to discover something new each time you visi... Read more
Posted on 13 February 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
On a Museum Trail in the Pink City Aka Jaipur
Colour, culture, commotion; the capital city of one of India’s most flamboyant states, Rajasthan is a delightful medley of contrasts. Read more
Posted on 04 February 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Photoessay: Police Museum, Pondicherry
Well, it is quite an understatement to say that Pondicherry aka Puducherry has a charm quite like none other. A French colony till the 1950s, this union... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Five Easy and Effective Ways to Keep Your Home Pest Free
It is often said that happiness is a clean house….well this is true for a house that is neat, clutter free and devoid of pests and rodents ensures a feeling of... Read more
Posted on 15 January 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Shankranthi – of Sesame, Sugarcane and Feasts of the Harvest
One of the most auspicious days of the Hindu Calendar, Makara Shankranthi falls on 15-January this year. This is a day of special significance as it marks the... Read more
Posted on 12 January 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Pantone Color of 2020: Classic Blue – of Calm, Comfort and Character
It is that time of the year again when Pantone Colour Institute heralds’ global trends, offers colour directives and announces the colour of the year, a... Read more
Posted on 07 January 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Amidst a World of Cocoa and Chocolate: Choco Story, Brussels
Fries, waffles, beer and of course chocolate; Belgium is famous for more reasons than one. And when it comes to chocolate, there is no denying the fact that... Read more
Posted on 31 December 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Photoessay: Nahargarh Fort – of Magnificence and Grandeur on the Aravalli Hills
Think Rajasthan and it immediately conjures images of forts, palaces and royal heritage. Originally built as a mechanism of defence, the state has many forts... Read more
Posted on 20 December 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Review: Ibis Jaipur Civil Lines – a Perfect Choice for the New Age Traveller
If the Pink city aka Jaipur is on your mind, think no further than the trendy, newly relaunched Ibis Jaipur located near the Civil lines metro station. Read more
Posted on 11 December 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Panchalingeshwara Temple, Govindanahalli, Karnataka
There is no denying the fact that the Hoysala rulers who ruled South India including Karnataka from the 10th century to 14th century AD, were great patrons of... Read more
Posted on 02 December 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Photoessay: The Multifaceted Streetscapes of Pondicherry
While much has been said and written about the dichotomy that exists in Pondicherry, this is a city that never fails to surprise. Read more
Posted on 27 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Review: Bo Tai, Bangalore – Oriental Cuisine with a Difference
The latest addition to namma Bengaluru’s burgeoning food scene is Bo Tai, a modern Thai bar and grill in J W Marriott on Vittal Mallaya road. Read more
Posted on 17 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Photo Essay: Brahmeshvara Temple, Kikkeri: a Hidden Architectural Gem
Karnataka is home to several ancient and Hoysala temples that are well known for their architectural splendour and ornate sculptures. Read more
Posted on 09 November 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Stop and Smell the Roses: Fresh Flowers in Home Decor
Flowers always make people better, happier and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul – Luther Burbank Pic credit_Rose Bazaar India... Read more
Posted on 30 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Home Interiors: Diwali Decor with Muted Hues and a Pastel Palette
The countdown to one of the most important and popular Indian festivals, Deepavali aka Diwali, is here and it is a time for celebration, hope and an ode to new... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Montreux, Switzerland: of Château De Chillon, Postcard Landscapes and Much More
A land of picture perfect beauty and utterly bewitching landscapes, Switzerland is home to several towns which epitomize ethereal beauty. Read more
Posted on 17 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL -
Photo Essay: Aprameya Swamy Temple, Doddamallur, Channapatna
Driving through the busy Bangalore Mysore highway, it is common for one to encounter several interesting sights spanning history, architecture, craft, culture... Read more
Posted on 09 October 2019 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL