Category Archives: Vegetarian

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 →

Posted in Fruits and Vegetables, Vegetarian, Wellness | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Fruits and Vegetables, Vegan, Vegetarian | 8 Comments

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 →

Posted in Fruits and Vegetables, Organic, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wellness | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

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 →

Posted in Domestic travel, Holidays, Hotels and Resorts, Restaurant reviews, Reviews, Travel, Vegetarian, Wellness | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 11 Comments

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 →

Posted in Domestic travel, Holidays, Hotels and Resorts, Reviews, Travel, Vegetarian, Wellness | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Domestic travel, Holidays, Hotels and Resorts, Recipes, Restaurant reviews, Reviews, Travel, Vegetarian, Wellness, Wholegrain | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Domestic travel, Holidays, Hotels and Resorts, Reviews, Travel, Vegetarian, Wellness | Tagged , , , , , , | 4 Comments

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 →

Posted in Dairy, Domestic travel, Environment, Food product Review, Fruits and Vegetables, Organic, Reviews, Travel, Vegetarian | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Brand Reviews, Camping, Dairy, Domestic travel, Event reviews, Food product Review, Organic, Reviews, Travel, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 24 Comments

Cowpea Chutney (Barbati Baata)

Posted on July 31, 2021 by Currylines

A few years ago I was invited to write about a dine in event organized by a group of people who were providing authentic, regional dining experiences in people’s homes. The concept was great because it opened up opportunities for … Continue reading →

Posted in Chutney, Dips, Fruits and Vegetables, Indian Cuisine, Oota, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment