Onam Ashamsakal to all those who celebrate Onam. May the harvest festival bring an abundance of joy, prosperity and happiness. My apartment complex is celebrating Onam this weekend. There is Sadya and then there are Pookalam competitions planned. One of the organizers asked me if I would like to volunteer for the decoration and I … More Onam Pookalams – 2026
Last Friday, many who I know celebrated Onam. The harvest festival of the state of Kerala that is celebrated by all belonging to the state regardless of caste, community, religion or any other demographics. It was in 2014 when I learnt a little about Onam and then sought permission from my friend LP to share … More Onam Pookalams – 2025
It was Onam a fortnight ago. A harvest festival of the state of Kerala in India. It’s the only festival in India that goes beyond religion, caste or community. Onam is a state festival which means people regardless of their backgrounds celebrate this festival. Like every year for the last over 9 years, this year … More Onam Pookalams – 2024
The lovely floral carpets from Onam this year are back. I have been a bit behind but better be late than never. Isn’t it? This year, I realized that we were into the ten days leading to Onam on the third day. And like always, my friend LP was around to show me her beautiful … More Never too late for Pookalams #Onam2023
Onam just went by but the memories from the day and festivities are here to stay. Looking back, it was first in 2014 that my friend LP shared her pookalams (floral decorations) with me. Year on year whenever it was possible, I have posted her 10 days of floral decorations with you all. When we … More Onam Pookalams – 2022
Back again on this space to share Onam Pookalams. These floral carpets were done by my friend at home and is a beautiful tradition. … More Onam Pookalams – 2020
Happy Diwali from my American friends. Some pictures to warm your heart and make you smile. Here’s hoping that the festival of light brightens up the coming year for all you readers. Keep smiling! … More Happy Diwali from my American friends
Last Sunday was a dull one at home and the day seemed a bit longer than usual. Scrolling through the twitter feed, VT mentioned of the Dasara celebrations at the Bangalore International Airport. Just then, we checked the time and decided to drive up to the airport to attend this one. This festival ran until … More A slice of culture at the Dasara festival
Rakshabandhan or simply Rakhi is a Hindu festival celebrated in many parts of India. In simple words, Raksha bandhan means “Bond of Protection”. The festival celebrates the love and duty between brothers and sisters. It is also popularly used to celebrate any brother-sister relationship between men and women who may or may not be biologically related. On … More Some fun facts about Rakshabandhan
Diwali signifies hope, happiness, a new beginning, and warmth of togetherness. This Diwali burst your ego and light the lamp of gratitude. Have a Diwali like never before. For Day 11 of NaBloPoMo and NoMo, I am going Wordless and this is #18
happiness and food 