Ingredients to make Dudhi Thepla are 2.5 cups whole wheat flour, 2 cups grated dudhi, 2 teaspoon of ginger grated, 2 teaspoon of turbinado sugar, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon of red chilli powder, salt to taste, and 2 tablespoon of sunflower oil + more for frying.   Instructions Making the dough. Take whole […]

Dear Mom and Dad, I love  your pictures from your engagement on December 7, 2003. You both look adorable with an awesome Indian clothes. May your love remain eternal. I love you so much, and you have created a marvelous memory for me with your pictures. Thank you for bringing me into this beautiful, lovely […]

  Dear Daddy (AKA Rahul), I came across your graduation pictures from the Steven’s Institute of Technology in the year 2003. You inspire me to learn and educate even more each and every day. By seeing your example, I’ll work hard and have determination from moving onward in my life. You give me the strength, […]

Coral and the Mermaid Kingdom One hot sunny day, I was sitting on the sandy beach, looking at the ocean. In the distance, I saw a pink, young mermaid, and I thought to myself, “No, this can’t be right! Mermaids don’t even exist!” When the mermaid reached the shore, she introduced herself. The beautiful mermaid’s […]

In these pictures, my loving dad is parking his red car at the Steven Institute of Technology in 2001! He looks so different from the yesteryear than today! Daddy was so stylish with his cool sunglasses and awesome, red Mazda car! I wish I could drive a car like my dad’s, but not yet! Anyway, […]

Happy Father’s Day to every caring and loving dad, including my funny dad. My father inspires me and pushes me to keep on trying whether I’m learning, playing the piano, or rock climbing. I love him so much! Have a healthy, safe summer! Love, Kruti

The Dusty, Old Box One day, I found a dusty old box in the garage that I’ve never seen before. When I opened it, there was just an old, black watch. I looked closer and saw that instead of telling the time it had the seven continents. It had switches for each and every country […]

Ingredients to make Red Potatoes and Granny Smith Apples nu Shaak are red potatoes, granny smith apples, turmeric powder, red chili powder, olive oil, brown sugar, salt to taste, water, and cumin seeds. Instructions Rinse red potatoes and granny smith apples.  Chop unpeeled red potatoes and unpeeled granny smith apples into small cubes. Heat olive […]

Ingredients to make Orange Cake are 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1.5 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2/3 cup olive oil, 4 eggs, and 4 naval oranges. Instructions Preheat the oven to 350° F.  Take any baking cake pan and coat with nonstick spray. Mix the dry ingredients. In a bowl, […]