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“Mana-basa-Gurubar” is a very famous ritual among Odia Hindu married women. Laxmipurana highly praises the divine compassion of Mahalaxmi as the only divine source of everybody’s good fortune and prosperity. This also establishes the idea that Mahalaxmi loves the devotion of Her worshipers, irrespective of caste. So, caste is no barrier in any ritualistic practice of Hindu religion, particularly in the propitiation of goddess Mahalaxmi. This eclectic attitude prevails upon the service-pattern of Jagannath Temple where the devotees irrespective of caste partake of the Mahaprasad of Lord Jagannath together. The Hindu month of Margashira (November –December) is considered very auspicious…

Oats Dry fruit Cigars are delicious and very festive is one of the sweet which makes everyone happy in my family as it is mildly sweet and full of flavor. Since these are made with sugarfree Natura, everyone can indulge in this sweet temptation called Oats Dry fruits Cigar. This recipe has been created for Sugar Free Dessert Challenge on http://sugarfree-india.com/.

Middle Eastern cuisine is known for its massive selection of appetizers, referred to as “Mazze”. The different types of Mazze prepared by people from this region add to more than a hundred dishes. Some dishes are cold, others are hot, but all are a feast to the eye as they build up to form this colorful mosaic on the table. Mazze’s are customarily eaten dipped with warm pita bread. Usually, the main dish is preceded by a table full of Mazzes that people enjoy as they are having a drink and chatting together. This setting of happy chattering and sipping…

If you haven’t had quiche before, it is time to remedy that situation.Quiche is a savory, open-faced pastry crust with a filling of meat, seafood,vegetables and topped withsavory custard with cheese. Quiche can be served hot or cold. It is part of French cuisine but is also popular in other countries, particularly as party food. Quiche is an especially good dish for a Sunday brunch or other gathering. You make it the day ahead, slice it just before serving, and then pass out the plates. This fool-proof recipe has yet to disappoint. Baking was never my strength and I would…

Bruschettais anantipasto(starter dish) fromItalyconsisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt. Variations may include toppings oftomato, vegetables, beans, cured meat, orcheese, a popular dish is Bruschetta pomodoro; the most popular recipe outside of Italy involvesbasil, freshtomato,garlicand onion or mozzarella. Bruschetta is usually served as a snack orappetizer. In some countries, a topping of chopped tomato, olive oil and herbs is marketed under the bruschetta name. Bruschetta is a fresh, simple and delicious Italian appetizer that can be prepared in minutes and enjoyed any time of the year. In its simplest Italian form, Bruschetta requires…