In a world where supersessionism or replacement theology seems to be taking over, there are still believers who love and support God’s chosen people. If you’re confused about which side you’re meant to …
An easy and quick dessert recipe, mom’s fried pears are a sugarfree delight.
PS. This is a work-in-progress list. Many many many more cookbooks are going to be added to it over the next few weeks. With modern technology and the ease of accessing recipes at …
Dhoma masala fry is made by marinating fish slices with red chilli powder, turmeric powder and sour lime juice or vinegar. It goes well with dal and rice or apas.
Popularly made with duck or chicken, a moilee or moile can also be made with fish such as halwa (black pomfret) or surmai.
Khujit is a green curry of fresh masala that can be made with
palla/ilish (hilsa), pomfrets, vaw (golden eel), surmai (kingfish),
halwa (black pomfrets) or ghol (gold fish).
Skate or Ray (Pakat) Fish Lonvas is a cooling curry apt for the warm summer weather.
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Palla fish or hilsa fish is the perfect side dish for dal and rice/roti. Simply marinate the fish for a few minutes and fry for a tasty meal.
If you thought ginger wine was spicy, think again. Made with red chillies or spicy red peppers of your choice, this wine will give you a real kick! Can also be turned into a liqueur.
Sweet and full-bodied, this potato wine (you could call it a potato
liqueur) is a sweet accompaniment to any meal.
Bits and pieces of different marriage prayers we’ve heard over the years, merged into one. This is not praying that God will give you a spouse, this is praying that God’s will be done in your future marriage.
Favorite marriage quotes to warm your heart, some about Christian marriage and some general.
If you thought my ginger wine recipe was spicy, think again. Made with green or red chillies of your choice, this wine will give you a real kick! Plus, if you want it subtler, it can also be turned into a liqueur.
There’s nothing better that you can make of sukha bombil than bombil thesao. A simple mixture of crushed dried bombil and green chutney, it goes well with dal and rice and might easily become a staple.
My family loves offal! In all it’s forms! From the time-consuming corned tongue to the simple and easy chicken gizzard stir fry, offal is consumed in our home quite often. What is offal? …
You can make a whole number of dishes with gaboli (fish roe), from simple fried roe to roe vindaloo and more. Whether it’s fried or boiled, or added to a pasta or toast, it tastes delicious. Here are some popular fish roe recipes to try.
This beef bones soup is made with carrots, green peas, potatoes. Hearty and warming, the East Indian stew is good for winter weather or cooler climes.
From slow-cooked and simmered to roasted and braised, pork can be cooked in numerous ways. From tender to juicy to well-done to rare, a dish made with pork is eaten with flair. Okies, …
Mushi Lonvas Curry or Milk Shark Fish Lonvas is a cooling curry apt for the warm summer weather.
Recipes for cookies made with almond flour or almond butter, almond nuts or simply almond extract.
Different desserts made using the almond nut. Delicious almond cakes, kulfi, torte, and more to try!
A dish that is the pride and joy of home cooks and caterers alike, the stuffed piglings come out for weddings and other big East Indian celebrations. Taking a bit of time to cook, sucklings aged a month to 2 years are incredibly tasty.
The simple onion and green tomato salad Indian style is perfect for hot summer days.
Not really a nut, the cashewnut finds its way into many of our traditional dishes and desserts. Here are some of the popular ones.
Curries, breads and more made with coconut in different forms, from dried coconut to grated coconut, to coconut milk or coconut juice.
A summary of the Book of Revelation or the Book of the Apocalypse in the Bible, written by John the Apostle.
Featuring imposing architecture, intricate stone carvings, and stunning stained glass windows, nothing beats the magnificence and draw of the older European churches. If you’re planning a visit, here are some of the most breathtaking and stunning churches to see in Western Europe.
South American churches are known for their rich history and stunning architecture. Featuring so many different types of ornate decorations, intricate woodwork, and beautiful frescoes, the grandeur and beauty of these churches is almost jaw-dropping. If you are visiting the continent, here are the top churches in South American to visit.
The different churches also showcase different aspects of the region’s architectural and artistic traditions, from simple humble structures to magnificent towering UNESCO World Heritage sites. If you are visiting any of the countries in Eastern of Central Europe, here are some cathedrals and churches that you absolutely must visit.
Israel, a Western Asian country is where Christianity began. So naturally, Western Asia has a lot churches that are mentioned in the Bible. So which churches in Western Asia do you visit when you travel to the region? Here’s a list of must-visit churches the Middle East.
The must-visit cathedrals and churches in Central Asia and Eastern Asia. Which Central Asian churches to visit.
India has churches that are centuries old. From small chapels to towering cathedrals, here are some of the unique and old churches you must visit in India.
Beautiful edifices, towering walls, exquisite frescoes – these are just some of the features of UK’s amazing churches. Here are some of the magnificent cathedrals and quaint chapels you must visit in the UK.
France has the most beautiful and historic churches in Europe, from Gothic cathedrals to modern churches.
Chapels, cathedrals and crypts to visit in Portugal. List of amazing Portuguese churches that you must see.
Where to find volunteering opportunities in Israel. Agencies to volunteer with in Israel to satisfy urgent local needs.
Get your Spanish bucket list ready with this list of amazing Spanish churches and cathedrals to visit.
Mouth-watering Indian sweets, desserts, pickles, and everyday dishes made with mango.
Mexico’s rich architectural and cultural heritage is reflected in its numerous cathedrals, which showcase a blend of European and indigenous architectural styles.
A dip that the world loves, hummus is a puree of tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. It was invented centuries ago in the Levantine region and many cultures claim it as …
Beef or Ox Tongue Chilly fry or stir fry is a rich dish made of tongue, onions and dried fruit. Easy-to-cook, it’s the recipe using a handful of ingredients. All you need is an hour and a half!
Tongue masala is a dish much like brain masala or mutton masala. Made with the tasty offal meat, it’s an acquired taste. Mom’s recipe for this spicy tongue masala made from sheep or …
The perfect creation made from the simple sukha bomblache lonche, the bombil chilli fry or Bombay duck chili fry is the perfect East Indian dish for starters or meals.
A simply yet spicy curry, the East Indian makli khudi or squid curry is a completely different avatar of the butter garlic squid. More spicy, more tasty, more buttery, calamari khudi is perfect!
Whether you’re on a holiday trip to the UK or visiting Britain for the 10th time, there’s always something to put in your backpack and come home with. From tea cakes and kettles to real tea bags or British Silver and gin, or souvenirs from Harrods or Fortnum and Mason, here are a few English souvenirs to help you remember your UK trip.
As tasty as the chicken heart stir fry, this chicken hearts masala is a delicious offal dish with a thick and tasty gravy. Perfect as an appetizer or meal!
Onion jeera rice or jeera fried rice with onions is a tastier version of the cumin fried rice in ghee. This fragrant cumin rice with onions is the perfect accompaniment to any dish!
What do you bring back home with you from Barcelona or Madrid or Mallorca or anywhere else in Spain? From unique mememtos like el caganer to bottles of wine and abanicos, here are some of the Spanish souvenirs to cart back home with you.
Desserts made with coconut are the best! Here are some of the yumtastic desserts we use coconut in.
Chutney stuffed mackerels or bagras is a regularly eaten East Indian seafood dish that is quick and easy to make. Serve the bangda fry or fried mackerels in green chutney with salad, dal rice, apas, or roti.
East Indian Pork Sausages are a traditional dish that can be made and stored for months. My Aunty Trilby and Uncle Orlando use a few good short cuts to make them in Australia.
While we can’t just pack our bags and rush to help Israel like we wish we could, we can still support the Jewish people by sending funds to local ministries with boots on the ground. Here’s a list of Christian, Jewish, and Messianic charities and trusts that align with Biblical values that you can support.
If you’re looking for things to do in Majorca, you’ve come to the right place! Located in the Balearic Islands off the East coast of Spain, this small island of 1405 square miles (3640 kilometers) has so much to see and do, you could spend weeks here. But given that most of us don’t get enough time off work and want to pack as much as we can into our short holidays, here’s a list for you of the 15 best things to do in Majorca.
A sweet and dense coconut filling made with nuts and raisins, this is often used in tartlets, pies, crepes and pancakes.
Light baskets of coconut in beautiful pinks and greens, these tartlets are a must have on every Christmas platter that you send to that favorite relative.
A simple dessert made of semolina, the sojee sweet is an adorable Christmas sweet. Traditionally colored green, it’s easy to distinguish from the pink cashew rock or coconut cordial.
A more colorful version of the jeera rice or jeera fried rice, the East Indian tricolor rice is pink/red, green, and white in color. Fragrant and tasty, it’s often eaten for Christmas and other festive occasions!
Pretty in pink, green and white, letri is a handmade noodle dessert of rice flour topped with fresh coconut and jaggery.
The easier counterpart to marzipan, cashew rock or almond rock is shaped like the Indian kaju katli dessert, but a lot tastier.
What does the Quran say about the land of Israel? What does Allah and his prophet Muhammed say about Israel? Here are verses from the Koran.
Spicy East Indian Pork Sambari Recipe made by Mumbai’s East Indians is a tangier version of vindaloo. Made with amboshi, it’s a must-try East Indian pork dish.
What true Christians believe about Israel. What the Bible says about the Holy Land. What is the real Palestine? Are Palestinians natives?
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The traditional East Indian roast chicken dinner is perfect for Sundays, feast days and family gatherings!
Sweet, sour, salty, spicy, and tangy at the same time, the traditional East Indian wedding pickle takes a few weeks to prepare. This is our modified modern version of this mouth-watering East Indian raw papaya and carrot pickle.
Ground aka minced beef, lamb or chicken meat is seasoned with spices and cooked before being encased in a patty of mashed potato. For appetizers or as sides for your mains, these East Indian potato chops are just perfect!
Tongue Moilee is a traditional East Indian dish that is so flavourful and juicy. The slow-cooked ox or beef tongue meat just bursts with the flavor of all those spices. Served with rice, foogias, apas, or chitaps, you’ll be going back for seconds soon!
An easier version of the Sunday chicken roast dinner, the stovetop roast chicken with carrots and potatoes is simply perfect!
But what souvenirs should you buy in Paris or France? What trinkets can you take home to remind you of your time in the City of Lights. Here are some memorable things to buy in Paris. Make sure to add them to your Paris shopping list!
And of course, there are a zillion posts on what to see and do in France when you visit. But what do you take home from this land of elegance and romance? Or what do you buy for your relatives when you go back home from France?
My Favorite Quotes from Random Books, Articles, and Movies.
Apas are an unleavened East Indian flatbread that are also called bhakri in many Maharashtrian households. Made of rice flour, these handmade breads are gluten-free and so so soft!
As an Indian, and an East Indian, wearing gold forms a big part of my cultural identity. We’re brought up to love that shiny metal and we wear it from the time we’re …
Chicken hearts are as tasty an offal dish as you can think of. These tasty offal pieces of chicken hearts or other animal hearts are perfect for upping your vitamin quota and getting healthier.
How Mumbai’s East Indians celebrate feasts. Traditional East Indian celebrations by the people of Poinsur.
Fried gaboli or fried fish roe is a delicacy among East Indians. Made with the eggs of the palla or hilsa fish, the gaboli fry is also called Indian caviar.
A delicacy among Indians and East Indians, the fish eggs or roe is the Indian version of caviar, and called gaboli in Marathi. Usually sourced from the hilsa or illish fish, it’s easy to store them for use in the winter months.
An easy snack or homemade appetizer, these homemade boiled grams or spicy chickpeas are easy to make and disappear quickly. Simple and pocket-friendly, these boiled chickpeas are an East Indian must-have. You’ll find …
I collect a lot of Christian books and general books, and then some more. And then I have diaries for prayer, and diaries for dreams and visions, and some diaries where I make …
This quick and easy East Indian Salad is called an Onion Tomato Cucumber Salad and can be ready in just a few minutes. The simple fresh onion tomato salad with cucumbers is cooling, …
Food is a big part of the culture in Spain. Here are some of the best dishes you must eat in Spain when you visit.
The ancient city of Rome is full of so many wonderful experiences from visiting the Colosseum to eating mouth-watering traditional Roman foods and more. But no trip to Rome is complete without coming …
Difference between clean keto versus dirty keto. If you crave variety and wanting to feel less restrictive, give dirty keto a try instead!
Excerpts from a letter I once wrote in response to a pen-friend practising yoga. I live in India, so it’s only normal that everywhere I go, there’d be at least one sighting of …
If you are looking for great gifts for Easter, this homemade Easter gift list has them all! From food gifts to crafts, you’ll love them!
There are many beliefs and notions in life that will change over time. There are many things that we once thought to be true that we no longer believe in. But one thing …
Here are some amazing Easter egg dessert recipes and popular Easter eggs that are just adorable.
The East Indian version of the famous Olivier salad, this is a cooling compliment to the spicy East Indian dishes. Perfect for the hot Indian weather, you can play around with the ingredients to suit your taste.
My dad’s tangy and sweet pineapple chicken roast is an easy to make version of his other pineapple chicken curry. This Indian pineapple chicken roast goes perfect with white rice & rotis or …
Fasting as a Christian doesn’t have to be hard to do. While starting out with fasting may feel like a daunting task, the right mindset and options can be a game-changer. Don’t think …
Finding the best place to lay your head while traveling is a tiresome task. Here are some questions to ask when booking a place to stay.
Wondering what to do with rice leftover from yesterday? Here’s a recipe list of some amazing dishes to make with leftover rice.
Sometimes the winter days pass so fast that one moment it’s late November and the next it’s Christmas and you’re left scrambling to buy gifts for loved ones and friends. If you’ve left …
Traditional East Indian Christmas sweets include one delicious dessert made from almond marzipan. They take a while to make, but these almond marzipan shaped like stars, Santa, trees, fruits, flowers, veggies, and more are the perfect Christmas treat for friends and family.
Rice is such a versatile food that it can be cooked in a zillion ways. Here are different ways to cook rice!
This I what I heard from HS for my friend Phil while praying at night. This is posted with his permission. Maybe it will resonate with you too.
East Indian Pork Ukra Recipe is what we call a yellow pork vindaloo. As tasty as traditional spicy vindaloo but yellow in color! If you love the traditional pork vindhial made by the …
