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Green Chilli Wine (or Chilli Liqueur)

Green chili wine is ready.

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.

7 Finger-Licking Fish Roe Recipes

images of tastiest Fish Roe Fish Egg Recipes.

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.

Stuffed Pigling Or Suckling Roast

Aunty Arlene cutting the pigling for Christmas.

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.

I dream, I dream

I dream, I dream so many dreams,Of things that could have been,Of eyes so deep and piercing,A smile that brightly gleamed. My mind’s a broken record,Your presence haunts my soul,I dream so many …

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Western European Churches you Must Visit

Western European churches to visit.

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.

Churches you Must visit in South America

South American churches to visit.

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.

Central and Eastern European Churches to Visit

Churches in Central and Eastern Europe.

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.

Churches You Must Visit in Western Asia

Western Asian churches to 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.

One moment in Time

One moment in timeThat plays in my headA broken recordOf things left unsaid. The promise was thereI saw with my eyesBut I didn’t really seeIt appeared disguised. A veil on my eyesThe truth …

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Goat or Sheep Tongue Masala

Spicy tongue masala in a cream colored pot next to a pav bread.

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 …

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What Souvenirs to buy In the UK?

Different Sounvenirs from the UK.

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.

What Souvenirs to buy in Spain?

Souvenirs from Spain.

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.

Christian and Jewish Charities Supporting Israel

Two angels holding a flag of israel.

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.

15 things to do in Majorca, Balearic Islands

View from the loo of Capdepera.

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.

East Indian Wedding Pickle

Wedding pickle in a glass bowl.

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.

Potato Chops filled with Minced Meat

Two full and one half potato chop on a plate.

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 (Curry) in a Pressure Cooker

Tongue moilee made dryish.

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!

What Souvenirs to buy in Paris

Faberge Eggs showing an outdoor Paris gathering.

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!

What Souvenirs to buy in France

Pinterest images of France bottle opener and books and paintings on the banks of Siena river.

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?

Canapes With Russian Salad

Chicken Russian salad next to it's ingredients.

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.

Pineapple Chicken Roast

Pineapple chicken roast in a pot.

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 …

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Mass Pav – Moulded Almond Marzipan Dessert Bites

Pieces of Christmas marzipan shapes on a black plate.

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.

A Word for My Son

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.

Pineapple Chicken Curry – Dad’s recipe

Pineapple chicken in a black bowl next to a bowl of white rice.

Pineapple chicken curry is a delicious dish using Indian masala that goes well with both white rice & rotis or even homemade balloon bread. Serve along with a light salad for lunch or dinner and you have a great meal!

Indian Jeera Rice – Cumin Rice

indian cumin rice in a black bowl.

Jeera rice or jeera fried rice is an easy-to-make rice of cumin fried in ghee. Try this jeera rice recipe and you’ll start making it for everyone you know!