Rashmi Gopal Rao

LATEST ARTICLES ( 663 )

• Rice Museum, Shivalli, Karnataka – of Seeds, Strains and Sustainability

  

  On the occasion of World Museum Day today, here is a look at yet another unusual museum in Karnataka.  Read on to find out more… Lush green farms on either... Read more

  Posted on 18 May 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Recipe: Mavina Hannina Sasve (Raw Ripe Mango Sauce with Sweet, Savoury and...

  

  No mention of summer is complete without the mention of the mangoes, the king of fruits.  Having grown up in Hyderabad, my earliest memories of summers were... Read more

  Posted on 12 May 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• 5 Things to Look for While Opting for Meal Delivery Services

  

  In 2020 COVID-19 shutdown triggered a city wide meal delivery boom in Sydney, with the average spending across some council areas up by over 350%. The city... Read more

  Posted on 26 April 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Recipe – Piyush: a Healthy and Delectable Summer Drink

  

  Come summer and it is time for mangoes, salads, smoothies, ice creams and a whole lot of summer treats.  A time when the body gets dehyadrated faster due to... Read more

  Posted on 23 April 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Deyga Organics: The Goodness of All Things Natural, Handmade and Pure

  

  Given the times we live, the importance of sustainability and going back to our roots can hardly be overemphasized.  While the terms ‘natural’, ‘eco-friendly’... Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Concrete in Home Decor: of Colour, Creativity and Character

  

  Gone are the days when the word “concrete” was synonymous with being a dull, cold, boring material and relegated to use in basements, fire exits and other such... Read more

  Posted on 10 April 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Upcycle Project: Distressed Finished Entryway Wooden Rack

  

  I have a thing for solid wood and whenever I see a plank or even a small piece discarded, I want to lay my hands on it!  Sometime back I found piece of wood... Read more

  Posted on 28 March 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Photoessay: Decor Inspirations – Grand Mercure, Gopalan Mall, Bangalore

  

  As mentioned in my previous post, the decor at the newly opened Grand Mercure, Gopalan Mall in Bangalore is awe inspiring to say the least. Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Grand Mercure at Gopalan Mall, Bengaluru: Experience the Essence of Karnataka

  

  Wood apple aka Bellada hannu as it is called in Kannada is considered one among the most auspicious fruits offered to Lord Shiva. Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Veera Narayana Temple, Belavadi – a Hidden Gem in Chikamagalur, Karnataka

  

  Given that India is a land of temples, it is no surprise that travel unearths some truly hidden gems.  And one such gem is the Veera Narayana Temple in... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Mullayanagiri Hill, Chikmagalur – Bewitching Beauty Amidst the Peaks

  

  Lush green landscapes, mist covered mountains, stunning views and panoramic beauty all around……this is Mullayanagiri hill for you. Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• JE98XL Juicer: One Gadget for All Your Kitchen Needs

  

  A healthy outside starts from the inside — Robert Urich Every time you eat or drink you are either fighting a disease or feeding it.  Therefore, in order to lea... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Zermatt: of Skiing, Scenic Beauty and Plenty of Swiss Charm

  

  Snowy white landscapes that seemed straight out of a Christmas post card, majestic ridges, peaks of the Pennine Alps and a mesmerizing town at the foot of the... Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Book Review: Eleven Stops to the Present – Stories from Bangalore

  

  Ask any child what his/her favourite subjects are and it is highly likely that history does not figure on top.  Some of the most predicatable responses given ar... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Photoessay: Sri Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple, Melukote

  

  Visiting Melukote as I outlined in one of my recent posts is akin to taking a journey back in time.  A quaint charm and oodles of antiquity lend the town... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Winter Travel: 5 Cities and Towns to Visit in India During the Winter Season

  

  Come winter and it is time for those endless cups of coffee, curling up in corners and enjoying the coziness all around.  Winter has a charm of its own. Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Atharasa Aka Kajjaya: a Festive Speciality

  

  Come January and it is time for Makara Sankranthi which is one of India’s most significant harvest festivals.  Celebrated as Lohri in Punjab, Pongal in Tamil... Read more

  Posted on 13 January 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Gulur Ganesha and Kaidala, Tumkur: of Unique Temples and Traditions

  

  As mentioned in several of my previous posts, Bangalore offers several offbeat sights which form for exciting day trip ideas.  If you are a fan of art,... Read more

  Posted on 01 January 2021 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Photoessay – Shivarapatna, Kolar District: the Hands That Craft the Gods

  

  Carved stone panels, statues, idols and stone slabs in varying stages of finishing…..all lining the pavements, house fronts, backyards and basically any empty... Read more

  Posted on 28 December 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Christmas: of Cheer, Celebration, Trees, Tinsels and Trinkets

  

  Christmas isn’t a season. It’s a feeling – Edna Ferber Pic courtesy: Fitoori Banjaaran With Christmas finally here, the frenzy of getting things ready for the... Read more

  Posted on 25 December 2020 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL