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As a good cook, you know that in the middle of the year you can eat, in abundance, a fruit with a rough skin that ranges from pink to deep red with a white and juicy pulp. And if you have a whole box, we recommend recipes with lychees to make the most of it. Lychee is one of the most popular fruits among Asian cultures, and its sweet and fruity flavor has made it the main ingredient in many desserts. The taste of lychee is popular because it combines acidity and sweetness in an exquisite balance for any palate. In addition to being a great source of vitamin C, rich in antioxidants, it has anti-inflammatory properties and helps improve digestion. Like other fruits, lychee can be enjoyed in many ways: freshly cut, frozen, with salt to taste, even with red wine. However, its versatility allows it to be added to various desserts, which we will mention below. Lychee is a delicious fruit that has a unique flavor and a sweet, creamy texture . It is usually white in color and has a pronoun...

Indians celebrate Krishna Janmashtami, a festival commemorating the birth of Krishna. Similarly, Radhastami is the annual celebration of the appearance day of Srimati Radharani, who is most beloved to Lord Krishna. According to tradition, Krishna was born in Mathura during the Dwapar Yuga to banish the evil forces plaguing the world. Sri Radha, also known as Vrishbhanu Nandini, was born to Sri Vrishbhanuji and Mata Kirti in the land of Barsana. The divine Goddess blessed this land with her birth on the Ashtami day of Bhadrapad Shukla Paksh. These vibrant festivals are two of the most significant religious events in India, observed with immense devotion. Also known as Krishna Gokulashtami or Sri Krishna Ashtami, the festival takes place on the eighth day of Krishna Paksha during the month of Bhadrapada. Devotees around the world celebrate this auspicious day through fasting, prayers, and various rituals to honor the divine birth of Krishna. Significance of Krishna Janmashtami & Ra...

The dewy morning and the cool breeze of the fragrant Sheuli flowers announce that autumn has arrived. The dewy morning of autumn and the fragrant touch of Shiuli flowers, together, we witness a unique moment at this time. The relationship between Sharad utsav and Shiuli flowers is also very deep, which is why it is given the status of the arrival flower of Durga Puja. The Sheuli flower is the state flower of West Bengal. 'The garland of Shiuli flowers sways in the chest of the autumn night. On such a night, I wake up alone, where is my companion'. The rebel poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, suffering from the pain of separation in autumn, has thus raised the topic of Shiuli flowers. Not only him, but every time the association of autumn has appeared in Bengali literature, writers have drawn Shiuli flowers into their pens. Autumn and Shiuli flowers are like each other’s companions. When the citizens are waiting for relief from the damp monsoon, the bed of Shiuli flowers on the earth ann...

Sofa, blanket and movie, or a candlelit dinner? Do you prefer a long walk at sunset, with a breathtaking view? Why not opt for something more unusual this year? Whatever your idea of romance, Valentine's Day gifts are the perfect opportunity to show all your creativity (and love) to your better half. Valentine's Day is a perfect occasion to express your love and appreciation to your loved ones. To find a gift that will impress and pleasantly surprise, it is best to start preparing it in advance. According to countless surveys, red boxes of chocolates, heart-shaped cakes and other edible gifts are among the most popular Valentine's Day gifts. Flowers, cards, sweets, toys and balloons are also traditional symbols and decorations of the holiday. On this day, you can take your boyfriend or husband, girlfriend or wife to a romantic evening for a candlelit dinner with wine at home or to a date in a nice restaurant. But if creating a romantic atmosphere is not enough for you an...

The largest number of people travel to Benares or Varanasi to take the unforgettable boat ride through the sacred Ganges at dawn. It is when the old town bathes with the golden rays of the rising sun. Although the bad weather played against us, we had the fortune to arrive in Varanasi just for the celebration of the multitudinous festival of Shivaratri. Unfortunately, the weather was not on our side and it rained with impunity for three whole days. However, Varanasi remains happily oblivious to the passage of time and remains intact even being one of the most important tourist destinations in India. Benares is still moving and its sky is still rarefied by the ashes resulting from the outdoor cremations on the banks of the Ganges. Thousands of people bathe and drink from its holy water. Today I look at religious faith in a different way, with more humility, but without falling into ignorance. In this way, I can understand the refuge (and the need) that people find by believing with...

Lakshmi Puja is performed in every household in Bengal on the day of Sharad Purnima. The Lakshmi Puja that is celebrated on the full moon day of the last month of Ashwin is called Kojagari Lakshmi Puja. Why is Kojagari Lakshmi Puja celebrated? The word Kojagari is derived from 'Ko Jagati'. It literally means 'Who is awake?' It is said that on the day of Kojagari Lokkhi Puja, Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, descends from heaven to earth and goes from house to house to bless everyone. But if the door of the house is closed, Lakshmi does not enter the house and leaves from there. Therefore, it is customary to stay awake on the night of Lakshmi Puja. The specialty of this puja is staying awake all night to worship Lakshmi. According to the popular belief, Lakshmi grants wealth to those who stay awake on the night of Sharad Purnima and play Akshakrida, that is, dice. On the other hand, some people steal fruits or grains from other people's gardens on the day ...

Before we talk about heritage, temples covered with terracotta plates, the countryside of West Bengal and the lively streets of Calcutta, here is the is the approach you need to have Bengali cuisine in West Bengal. In India itself, it enjoys a unique reputation of being one of the least spicy and varied cuisines in the country, with astonishing delicacy and variety with the omnipresence of mustard seed, fish and sugar. The region was a commercial and administrative bastion of South Asia at the time of the first Hindu and Buddhist kingdoms and later to the Muslim sultanates. The Mughal cooking developed in Bengal in 1576, partly included in the Mughal Empire. And first of all, the five main elements are cane sugar, mustard seed, rice, coconut and fish. For if you believe that the giant shrimp or chingri and the fish like ilish/hilsa, bhetki and rui come from the sea, you are wrong. All Bengali cuisine is based on a delta that encloses and infiltrates the region, mixing the waters of...

The monsoon season is a period much awaited by Indians, who scrutinize the clouds in the sky waiting for the refreshing rain after months of scorching heat. For tourists it is low season, but there are also good reasons to travel to India between June and September. For example, you can enjoy in peace the main monuments taken by storm in other months, hotel prices drop and there are special travel offers. People are more joyful and nature in some places gives its best in these months (many Indians choose to go on their honeymoon during the monsoon because it is more romantic!). It is an abstract and exotic concept for those travelers who come from more moderate climates. Everyone has their own idea of what the monsoon can be: a constant drizzle, continuous short but intense showers, tropical storms or even blizzards. In truth, India is a large country with different climate zones and therefore the monsoon manifests itself differently in different areas of the country. But we are not...

Our first morning in New Delhi! We start with a breakfast on the terrace of the hotel, and we choose the local specialties like the gobi paratha with raita. In short, we had a paratha stuffed with vegetables and tea, while deciding how to organize our day as the monsoon rain continues unabated, which with its rains and breeze was outlined as a kind of liberation! But I was also worried about the consequences of this phenomenon. Indeed, the monsoon at this time is not over yet, and we must face heavy rains and damaged roads. I hurried down the hotel stairs to the entrance, where the stinking water had collapsed everything, including the reception desk. On the streets, I was surprised, as life went on. We want to start by going to the tourist office and we fall in the first rickshaw scam of the stay. The guy takes us to a fake tourist office. In fact, a travel agency pose as the tourist office to attract more people. There are apparently many like that in town. After being almost sold ou...