Skiing holidays- the chance to spend a week escaping the relentless wheel of mundane existence by transforming into this super cool girl exuding positive vibes, zipping past upturned skis, long golden tresses flying impressively in the air…… nahhh, what am I talking about!!! In my case, even after many ski vacations, it is still construed as throwing myself down the side of a mountain over … Continue reading Ski 2019
Of the many things that can get a malayalee dewy eyed, puyungiya kappa with meen curry ( boiled tapioca and fish curry) comes in the top 5 ! Continue reading The romance of kappa meen curry
Groaaan , I can’t do it today because my Garmin is dead…. and Strava too š And so it started with 101 reasons to actually not do the long run , including its too early, too wet, too cold, too little time, Romeo needs me, etc etc. I snuggled deeper into my duvet only to be unceremoniously kicked out by hubby who by now knew … Continue reading Amsterdam marathon- 2 weeks to go
Sa colabra is a beast, a sinously laid out serpent, gliding its way lazily to the top and gracefully flowing back down to the sea. Built in 1932 by Antonio Paretti, it is stark and beautiful and a favourite among cyclists. Though not as challenging as the Italian dolomites or French Alp D’huez, it has its own 28 hair pin bends and spine tingling descent … Continue reading Sa Calobra Ride
40 years ago, London was just a name in fairy tales and nursery rhymes. 30 years ago, the same London turned into a fantasy place, where I would often escape into, mingling with statuesque regalia. 20 years ago, London was real, in all its glory, flesh and sweat as I toured around for the first time, super excited, wide eyed, taking in all the monuments … Continue reading London Marathon 2017: A dream we dared to dream
According to Phillip Schaff,Ā the phraseĀ ” All roads lead to Rome”Ā is a reference to theĀ Milliarium AureumĀ ā a marble structure speculated to be the base of the milestoneĀ in the Roman Forum,Ā the specific point to which all roads were said to lead. After attempting the Paris Marathon twice and the ‘bucket list’ London Marathon last year , Rome was naturally the next favoured in the quest … Continue reading ALL ROADS LEAD TO ROME
Grilled peaches with mascarpone, toasted walnuts and drizzled with honey, on a bed of raspberry coulis š Sounds exotic but is a kid’s recipe indeed. Tasted this a few years ago on a skiing holiday and still vividly remember the play of flavours, ever so exquisitely balanced on my palate. Healthy quick dessert, perfect for a Friday evening !!!š¼š¼š¼ Recipe- Cut peaches into half, take … Continue reading Grilled Peaches…
