Category Archives: Vegetarian

Soul Nest at Pyramid Valley International – Trip 2

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Currylines

Jul 11th – 13th, 2026 The instructor’s soothing voice washes over the audience, holding them in rapt attention inside the womb of a mega pyramid, a gigantic structure which has been specifically designed to induce optimal focus in those who … Continue reading →

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Palmyra sprout

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Currylines

I have always been fascinated by palm trees of every kind but the Palmyra palm in particular holds a special place for me, since its fruit is one of my favorites, donning different avatars in its various stages of life, … Continue reading →

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Bitter Gourd Mini

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Currylines

You either love it or hate it … it can leave you feeling better or bitter. Hint – this is a vegetable riddle and there are no prizes for guessing correctly because I know that hardly anyone will get the … Continue reading →

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Maddu thoppu – Justicia Wynaadensis

Posted on July 26, 2025 by Currylines

The bright green leaves bubble and boil in my pot of water and the colorless liquid miraculously and rapidly transforms into a brilliant indigo hue. Justicia Wynaadensis is performing its magic in my kitchen and I am transfixed by the … Continue reading →

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Soul Nest at Pyramid Valley International

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Currylines

Jan 24th – 26th, 2025 You have probably heard of Rooms with a view but have you ever experienced a Room with a Wow? Four giant swings dangle imposingly from the ceiling. A spectacular sight indeed, heralding my entry into … Continue reading →

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Amal Tamara – Experiences

Posted on November 23, 2022 by Currylines

Imagine waking up to a view of the sun playing peek-a-boo in between the coconut tree trunks as it rises across the shimmering waters of the Vembanad Lake. Well at the Amal Tamara, you will definitely not be lolling around … Continue reading →

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Amal Tamara – Wellness Cuisine

Posted on November 21, 2022 by Currylines

‘Care for a glass of Burgundy ma’am?’ ‘No thanks, I will just have a Beetroot juice please’ The USP of Amal Tamara’s cuisine is to make ‘invalid food’ seem very very ‘valid’ indeed 😀 The purely vegetarian ayurvedic menu incorporates … Continue reading →

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Amal Tamara – Overview

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Currylines

It’s a Luxury retreat, it’s a Five star resort … No, its a hospital!!! Nestled inside the little locality of Ponnad in rural Kerala, a new entity has taken birth in April 2022. This fledgling opens out its wings and … Continue reading →

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Akshayakalpa – Organic vegetable garden (Updates)

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Currylines

As mentioned in the heading, this is a post that gives an updated version on my earlier 4 year old blog about Akshayakalpa’s Organic vegetable garden and what better ‘Before and After picture’ to start with, than that of Rathnamma, … Continue reading →

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Akshayakalpa – Farm Visit Program

Posted on March 8, 2022 by Currylines

Sounds of laughter and excited chatter fill the clean, unpolluted air. Little children run around unhampered by the usual constraints of the city, while their parents merely watch indulgently, knowing that their little ones are in safe territory. This is … Continue reading →

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