Top 10 places to visit in Udipi/Udupi

Udupi is a district/city in the south-west Indian State of Karnataka. Udupi is also known as Rajata Peetha and Shivalli, a centre of pilgrimage, is situated about 58 km north of Mangalore and about 422 km north-west of Bangalore.  


1) Sri Krishna Mutt 
It is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to god Krishna. Surrounding the Sri Krishna mutt there are several temples, This mutt was founded by the Vaishnavite saint Shri Madhwacharya in the 13th century. The Paryaya festival is held on even years like 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2014. Legend has it that once Kanakadasa, a pious worshiper and devotee of Lord Krishna, was not allowed to enter into the temple, he prayed with intense devotion, Lord Krishna was so pleased that the statue turned back to where Kanakadasa was praying, and the wall before Kanakadasa broke up to allow him to gaze upon his heavenly form at the back of the mutt. Till today devotees worship Lord Krishna by praying through the same window that Kanakadasa was blessed with a view, this window is known as Kanakanakindi.  


2) Chaturmukha Basadi 
On the slopes of rocky hill at Karkala in Udupi district stands one of the astounding architectural masterpiece- Chaturmukha Basadi. It has four identical pillared entrances from four directions. All four entrances lead to the main hall called Garbhagriha. Enclosed in Garbhagriha are idols of "YakshiPadmavati" and 24th Jaina Tirthankara.  


3) Malyadi Bird Sanctuary 
It is a blessing for bird lovers, there has been numerous sightings of birds like Whistiling Teals, Purple Moorhen, White Ibis, Comb duck, Carmorants and Darters. This place which is spread over 1.5 sq. kms area is actually an abandoned clay query. Over the past few years the number of birds visiting this place has increased greatly, making this premise an upcoming centre for many bird lovers.  


4) Gangolli Beach 
Its location is a distinguishing feature, it is lined by the river Panchgangavali to the East and Arabian Sea lies on its West. Sunset view on this beach is a must if you ever visit this place.  


5) St. Lawrence Church 
It is a Roman Catholic church in Karkala. This church being widely acclaimed as having the power to intercede with God, attracts not only the residents of Udupi District but also pilgrims from all parts of India.  


6) Gomateshwar Statue  
It is carved out of a single stone, at a height of 42 feet, it is the second tallest statue in the state of Karnataka. Every twelve years, hundreds of thousands of Jain devotees congregate to perform the Mahamastakabhisheka, a ceremony where the Gommateshwara statue is bathed and anointed with milk, water, and saffron paste and sprinkled with sandalwood powder, turmeric, and vermilion.  


7) Kapu Beach 
The main attraction of Kapu beach is the Light House that is situated on the shore. The kapu light house was built in 1901 and has for these many years stood on the rocks guiding thousands of sailors and warning the presence of dangerous rocks. The beach is around 1.5 kilometres from Kaup bus depot. This beach is well kept and clean.  


8) St. Mary's Island 
It is also known as Coconut Island and Thonsepar, it is a set of four small islands in the Arabian Sea off the coast of Malpe.The islands form one of the four geological monuments in Karnataka state.The Islands are bereft of buildings, fences, shops. There are only covered pavilions with park benches on the shore and further inland. Visitors can wander around freely and enjoy the hexagonal formations from vantage locations.  


9) Kere Basadi  
It offers a magnificent sight as it is built in the middle of a pond. The whole structure is built on a star shaped platform. It has four entrances from four directions. On the outside, there is a separate "PradakshinaPatha" and "Garbhagudi". It is believed that the idols in the "Garbhagudi" belong to the 12th century.  


10) Sri Amratheshwari Temple 
This temple is somewhat different, amazing..well I dont have words to express what i saw over there. Shiv lingas can be seen to emerge from the ground and according to the locals the linga grows in size over time. This temple is situated Near Bus Stand Kota Post, Udupi and a must visit if you are in Udipi.

TOP 10 HAUNTED PLACES IN GOA

Goa is India's smallest state by area and the fourth smallest by population. Located in West India in the region known as the Konkan, it is bounded by the state of Maharashtra to the north, and by Karnataka to the east and south, while the Arabian Sea forms its western coast. Following is a list of top ten haunted places in Goa.  


1) The 3 Kings Church 
According to the local people, this church is haunted by the spirits of 3 Portuguese king, who once lived here in the state of Goa. King Holger Alvunger, one of the kings had invited the other two kings in the palace. He poisoned them and both died in the palace, After some time, King Holger Alvunger also committed suicide by consuming poison. king holgers palace is the current 3 kings church in Goa, where there have been reports of sightings and general unrest.  


2) Saligao village (Christalina) 
According to the locals, Once Padre Lourenço(1953) had gone for a walk around the seminary road, but that particular night he did not return. As there was no sign of him, some of the workers went in search of him. They found him quite close to the infamous banyan tree believed to be haunted by Christalina’s ghost, flat on the ground with his face in the mud. They shouted for help and their companions came with the jeep. They carried him to the jeep, drove to the residence and placed the good priest in his bed. All along he remained speechless and motionless. Then someone shouted ‘Christalina’ and the news spread like wildfire in the entire village of Saligao and the neighbouring villages that Padre Lourenço was possessed by the ghost of Christalina.  


3) Jakni Bandh, Navelim 
According to a legend once a bus full of school children went over the little culvert that helped the road link between Navelim and Dramapur. All the children's and other passenger on the bus died, it is rumoured that the haunting wailing and crying sounds of children on that bus can still be heard in the dead of the night.  


4) The D’Mello House, Santemol 
This story is about two brothers, who had a dispute on how the ancestral property will be divided amongst them. The two brothers entered into violent exchanges which ultimately resulted in one of the brother’s death. It has been since rumoured that the estate which was in dispute will never be in peace.  


5) Baytakhol  
This place between Dhavali and Bori, has witnessed a number of paranormal activities in the past and it still continues to witness them. Here a girl has been sighted by many people who stands in the middle of the road and screams, the sound made by the girl is eerie and when anybody tries to look back the girl vanishes away as fog. This has resulted in many accidents in this area.  


6) Igorchem Bandh, Raia 
Have you ever wondered how all the haunting experiences are encountered after the dawn. Well this one is out of the charts as people have felt this midday haunting. One location that serves as an example of this uncommon happening is the Igorchem Bandh in Raia. Aptly named due to its geographical position behind the church of Our Lady of Snows, the bandh is known to be a famous site for the possession of many people. Legend has it that the crossing of the bandh at around 2 pm in the afternoon leads to ‘uncontrolled murmuring’.  


7) Ghost Hotel, South Goa 
According to the sources, this hotel was built by Russians but due to a legal twist they had to leave the country and their half-built hotel project behind. This place has reported many ghost sightings.  


8) Seminary Arch, Rachol 
According to some legend on certain days of the year, a guard marches from one end of the archway to the other, manning his outpost as he is still alive and refusing right of way to those he considers ‘less worthy’.  


9) The Rodrigues Home, Verna 
The house occupied by the Rodrigues family is haunted. The village acknowledges that the happenings within its walls are quite extraordinary from doors and windows that open and shut of their own accord.


10) NH17(Mumbai-Goa Highway) 
There is an old saying that do not carry meat while traveling, especially after 2 in the night. One such incident happened at NH17. A couple was carrying Chicken and other meat items in their car, they were peacefully driving when suddenly the lights went on and off and the car was out of their control. They somehow manged to pull over the car and got out of it. The doors automatically closed and after an hour the doors opened and they saw a black smoke coming out of their car. They didn't get into the car till sunrise. When they got into the car next morning they found out that all the food was gone..

TOP 10 HALLOWEEN COSTUMES WORLD

Halloween is a contraction of "All Hallows' Evening". It is a yearly celebration observed in a number of countries on 31st October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day. It initiates the triduum of Allhallowtide, the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the faithful departed believers. Following is the list of top ten Halloween costumes.  


1) Vampire
 Sexy Vampire Costumes, so attractive yet so deadly. Dracula and vampire costumes for Halloween, vampire fangs, wigs, fake blood and other Halloween accessories are a must.  


2) Pirate  
There can be nothing sexier than a woman with an eye patch and a sword. Sea up the land or land up the sea while pirating others and plundering riches, and do it all wearing your very own pirate costume.  


3) Zombies  
They may be rightly called as 'the undead' as their popularity amongst the folklore has been quite up. You might have to spend some little time to get that perfect walking style of a zombie. This look is fail proof and somewhat cheap but it is an effective way to get into that perfect Halloween costume.  


4) Magical Princess  
The first thing that pops up in the "Girls" category is a girl in princess costumes. Get dressed into one of your favourite princess costumes and wave your magic wand.  


5) Superheroes and Superwoman  
We have got more than a dozen of them, when it comes to Superheroes and Superwoman. Get dressed in your favourite costume and fight the evil. These were and will always be in the trend.  


6) Cop  
It is the old custom of good guys vs. bad guys. Get dressed in your cop costume and 'lock and load' kill the bandits. Serve and protect the neighborhood in official style on Halloween when you suit up in your costumes.  


7) Animal  
Prowl the party in search of prey when you don the animal predator costume. For the ladies, the cougar print catsuit will make everyone go wild.  


8) Geek Look
The Big Bang Show being such a hit with the creepy geek look, why not try something different this Halloween and get into one of the geek costumes and have fun with your friends.  


9) Fruit or Flower
What better way is there to get your child into fruits, veggies and flower costume. Have your baby become part of the world of healthy living with fruits, veggies, and flower costumes. These costumes are loved by kids and they do really enjoy them.  


10) Skeleton  
People will be scared to death, if you are successful in getting this look perfectly. Try out various combination in shades of black and white.

10 Most Popular Rajasthani Dishes

 

Rajasthani cuisine was influenced by both the war-like lifestyles of its inhabitants and the availability of ingredients in this arid region. Food that could last for several days and could be eaten without heating was preferred. Scarcity of water and fresh green vegetables have all had their effect on the cooking. It is also known for its snacks like Bikaneri Bhujia, Mirchi Bada and Pyaaj Kachori.  In Rajasthan sweet dishes are non even referred to as ‘dessert’ , because unlike desserts which are had after a meal, Rajasthani sweets are had before, during and after a meal.


1) Daal-Baati 
Puffed Dough Dumplings With Lentil Curry. It is a dish consisting of Baati which are hard balls of whole wheat dough traditionally roasted over coal till hard on the outside, yet a little spongy in the middle and are eaten dipped in a lentil soup very popular across India called Dal/ Daal. While the Baati or wheat dumplings don’t appear very appetizing, once broken and a generous spoon of ghee poured over it, they melt in your mouth and you’ll be asking for more.  


2) Churma 
It is a popular Rajasthani delicacy usually served with baatis and dal. It is coarsely ground wheat crushed and cooked with ghee and sugar. Traditionally it is made by mashing up bajri or wheat flour baatis or rotis in ghee and jaggery. It is usually high in calories.  


3) Lapsi 
Lapsi or dalia is also known as broken wheat or bulgar wheat or cracked wheat in different regions. It is a sweet dish prepared with broken wheat (dalia) sauted in ghee and then sweetened, it is popular among the locals.  


4) Gatte Ki Sabji 
It is a very famous dish from the land of rajasthan. It is an integral part of the rajasthani thali. It includes chickpea/gram flour dumplings simmered in a spicy curd (yogurt) sauce.  


5) Mirchi Bada 
It is a spicy Indian snack consisting of chili (Mirchi) and potato stuffing, served hot with tomato sauce or occasionally with mint and tamarind chutney. The mirchi bada of Jodhpur, Rajasthan is very famous, as the water in that region lends it a unique taste. It combines well with another Jodhpur speciality, 'Mawa Kachori' dipped in sugary syrup.  


6) Papad ki Sabzi 
In Rajasthan however Papads are used rather unusually to make a dish where in they are soaked in a tangy gravy. The Papads take on an almost velvety texture when they absorb the sauce making for an interesting dish.  


7) Laal Maas 
It is a type of meat dish from Rajasthan. It is a mutton curry prepared in a sauce of curd and hot spices such as red chillies. This dish typically is very hot and rich in garlic, the gravy may be thick or liquid and is eaten with chapatis made out of wheat or bajra. Traditionally, Lal Maans used to be made with boar or deer meat, chillies were used to veil the gamy odour of the meat.  


8) Missi Roti 
It is an Indian bread made with a combination of wheat flour and gramflour and seasoned with spices. Missi roti is generally ordered in restaurants along with makhani dal and jeera aloo.  


9) Kalakand (Mishri Mawa) 
It is made from reduced milk sweetened with crystal sugar finishes with silver leaf. This sweet is so renowned for its excellent taste that even a street is named in Alwar after this particular dish. In old days, name of a good sweet shop in India depended upon how good their Kalakand was.  


10) Ghevar 
It is a Rajasthani sweet traditionally associated with the Teej Festival. It is disc-shaped, and made from oil, flour and sugar syrup. There are many varieties of Ghevar, including plain, mawa and malai ghevar. It comes in the market during the Saavan month of Hindus.

10 Most Popular Punjabi Dishes

Punjabi cuisine is associated with food from the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. It shares several characteristics with the cuisine of Kashmir and other adjacent states. Punjabi cuisine is diverse, and varies regionally. The local cuisine is influenced by the agriculture and farming lifestyle that has been prevalent throughout Punjab for centuries, and supported by locally grown staple foods. While many Punjabi dishes are common in other regions of India and Pakistan, some dishes are exclusive to Punjab, including sarson da saag, tandoori chicken, shami kebab, and makki di roti. 

 

 

1) Tandoori chicken 

The dish consists of roasted chicken prepared with yogurt and spices.The name comes from the type of cylindrical clay oven, a tandoor, in which the dish is traditionally prepared. 

 

 

2) Chana masala 

It is also known as chole masala or channay. The main ingredient is chickpeas. It is fairly dry and spicy with a sour citrus note. Along with chickpeas, the ingredients typically include onion, chopped tomatoes, coriander seed, garlic, chillies, ginger, dried mango powder, crushed pomegranate seed and garam masala. 

 

 

3) Paratha 

It is an amalgamation of the words parat and atta which literally means layers of cooked dough. Parathas are usually stuffed with boiled potatoes, leaf vegetables, radishes, cauliflower, and/or paneer. 

 

 

4) Halwa poori 

The dish consists of poori bread with chana masala, along with halwa. Halwa Poori is eaten at all times, but it is usually a part of breakfast or an early evening meal. It is also eaten by Muslims during Ramadan and during the occasion of religious festivals. 

 

 

5) Butter chicken/murgh makhani 

It originated in the 1950s, in the kitchens of Moti Mahal in Daryaganj, Delhi. The chicken is traditionally cooked in a tandoor; but may be grilled, roasted or pan fried in less authentic preparations. Authentic Indian preparations are typically more spicy and less sweet than preparations served in Western countries. 

 

 

6) Makki di roti and Sarson da saag 

Makki di roti is generally made during the winter-time in Punjab and is perhaps best known when accompanied with saag or sarson da saag. Sarson da saag is a popular vegetable dish made from mustard leaves (sarson) and spices and Makki di roti is a flat, unleavened Indian bread made from corn flour which is baked on a tava. 

 

 

7) Shami kebab 

It is a popular local variety of kebab. It is composed of a small patty of minced or ground meat with ground chickpeas, egg to hold it together, and spices. 

 

 

8) Bhatoora 

It is a fluffy deep-fried leavened bread. It is often eaten with chickpea curry, chole or channe, making the traditional dish chole bhature. 

 

 

9) Kulcha 

It is a type of leavened bread made from maida and/or wheat flour. Flour dough is rolled into a flat, round shape and baked in an earthen clay oven until golden brown. When baked, it is usually rubbed with butter, and then eaten with spicy chole 

 

 

10) Gajar Ka Halwa 

It is a sweet dessert pudding associated mainly with the state of Punjab. It is made by placing grated carrot in a pot containing a specific amount of water, milk and sugar and then cooking while stirring regularly. It is often served with a garnish of almonds and pistachios.

10 Most Popular Mughlai Dishes

Mughlai cuisine is a style of cooking developed in South Asia by the imperial kitchens of the Muslim Mughal Empire. It represents the cooking styles used in North India (especially Uttar Pradesh and Delhi), Pakistan,and the Indian city of Hyderabad. The cuisine is strongly influenced by the Central Asian cuisine, the region where the Chagatai-Turkic Mughal rulers originally hailed from. A Mughlai course is an elaborate buffet of main course dishes with a variety of accompaniments. Following is the list of top ten dishes from Mughlai cuisine.

 

 

1) Hyderabadi Biryani 

It is a biryani dish made with basmati rice, spices and goat meat. Hyderabadi biryani originated after blending of Mughlai and Telugu cuisine in the kitchens of the Nizam, rulers of the historic Hyderabad State. Hyderabadi Biryani is of two types: the Kachchi (raw) Biryani, and the Pakki (cooked) Biryani. 

 

 

2) Seekh Kebabs 

It is prepared with minced meat with spices and grilled on skewers. It is cooked in a Tandoor, and is often served with chutneys or mint sauce. 

 

 

3) Murgh Achaari 

Made with all the same spices that go into a pickle, this delicious dish goes well with chapatis (Indian flatbread), parathas (fried Indian flatbread) or naans (flatbread made in a tandoor or oven). 

 

 

4) Chicken Tikka  

The word tikka means "bits" or "pieces". It is traditionally small pieces of boneless chicken baked using skewers in a clay oven called a tandoor after marinating in spices and yogurt - essentially a boneless version of tandoori chicken. 

 

 

5) Kadhai Gosht 

It is a popular dish in wedding menus. A classic curry of lamb or mutton in a spiced yoghurt stock.The dish is traditionally both cooked and served in a wok-like dish called a kadhai. 

 

 

6) Badshahi Biriyani 

Mughlai food is known for its richness. It is famous for the exotic use of spices, dried fruit and nuts. This can be truly called the 'BAAP' of all biryanis. 

 

 

7) Malai Kofta 

It is a classic North Indian dish originated from the Mughlai cuisine. Malai refers to the cream and koftas are deep fried paneer and vegetable dumplings in rich and creamy tomato gravy. It is a rich dish perfect for parties and special occasions. It goes well with chapati, naan, jeera rice, all pulaos and parathas. 

 

 

8) Kulfi 

It likely originated in the Mughal Empire. It was prepared in royal kitchens using ice brought in from the Himalayas. This is documented in the Ain-i-Akbari, a detailed record of the Mughal emperor Akbar's administration. 

 

 

9) Badam Halwa 

It is a royal dessert fit for Kings. It is rich and delicious Indian sweet made with pureed almonds, ghee, sugar and saffron. 

 

 

10) Sheer Khurma 

It is a festival vermicelli pudding prepared by Muslims on Eid ul-Fitr.This dish is made from dried dates and milk.This special dish is served on the morning of Eid day in the family after the Eid prayer as breakfast, and throughout the day to all the visiting guests.

10 Most Popular Mangalorean Dishes

 

It is a collective name given to the cuisine of Tulu Nadu region of India which comprises cuisines like Udupi as well as cuisine of other Mangalorean communities like that of the Mogaveeras, Billavas, Bunts, Saraswat Brahmins and the Mangalorean Catholics. Mangalorean cuisine is largely influenced by the South Indian cuisine, with several cuisines being unique to the diverse communities of the region. Coconut and curry leaves are common ingredients to most Mangalorean Curry. Following is the list of top ten dishes from Mangalorean cuisine.  


1) Kori Rotti 
It is a popular spicy Coastal Karnataka dish, a combination of red-chili based chicken curry and crisp dry wafers made from boiled rice. This is somewhat similar to the Arabic dish tashreeb—the crispy hubz seasoned in bland thin chicken or mutton gravy. 


2) Bangude Pulimunchi(spicy sour silver-grey mackerels) 
This is quite a popular dish in Mangalore and very commonly made at every household there. The gravy is super spicy and tangy and adds amazing flavor to the fish.  


3) Pelakai gatti/Jackfruit Dumplings 
This is a very famous mangalorean cuisine. The color of gatti is usually bright yellow,that depends on the leaf used to steam the gatti. 


4)Masala dosa 
It is made by stuffing a dosa with lightly cooked potatoes, onions, green chilli and spices. Masala dosa is listed as number 49 on World's 50 most delicious foods complied by CNN in 2011.


5) Golibaje/Mangalore bajji 
It is a popular food made from maida, curd, rice flour, chopped onion, coriander leaves, coconut, jeera, green chillies, and salt.The ingredients should be thoroughly mixed to form a hard batter, then shaped into a small ball and deep fried, preferably in coconut oil. It is often served with chutney. Mangaloreans often eat this at tea time. 


6) Pathrade 
This dish is close to getting extinct from Mangalorean kitchens. It is  because most Mangaloreans have scattered all across the globe and finding the key ingredient to make the Pathrade - Pathradyache Kolay or Alwache Kolay (Colocasia Leaves) is difficult, the leaves are shredded and mixed with rice batter, Teak tree leaves (Sagoni in Konkani, Saaguvani in Kannada,Satgun in Hindi) are used in which this mixture is packed and then steamed in a steamer. 


7) Neer Dosa 
It is a delicacy from Tulu nadu region, 'Neer' is the word for water in Tulu. It is called as poo-pole in beary language, and thellin dose in Kundapura Kannada. Rice is soaked in water for 3 to 4 hours. It is then ground to make a runny rice batter. Most types of dosa require the batter to be fermented for a few hours or even a day. However, fermentation can be skipped while preparing a neer dosa. Salt is added. A thin layer of batter is poured onto a heated flat griddle (tawa) greased with oil. The batter is spread with the base of a ladle or bowl to form a pancake. It is flipped to heat both crusts and removed from the griddle when the crust becomes dry. It is served hot. 


8) Bisi Bele Bath 
It is a rice-based dish with its origins in the state of Karnataka, India. Bisi-bele-bhaath translates to hot lentil rice in the Kannada language. It is also known as Bisi bele huliyanna., which means "hot lentil sour rice". The traditional preparation of this dish is quite elaborate and involves the use of spicy masala, toor dal (a type of lentil) and vegetables. Spices like nutmeg and asafoetida, curry leaves and tamarind pulp used in its preparation contribute to the unique flavour and taste of this dish. It is served hot and sometimes eaten along with salad, papad or potato chips. 


9) Rasam 
Also called Chaaru or Saaru or Kabir is a South Indian soup, traditionally prepared using tamarind juice as a base, with the addition of tomato, chili pepper, pepper, cumin and other spices as seasonings. Steamed lentils are added along with any preferred vegetables.       


10) Payasa 
It is prepared in festivals, temples, and all special occasions. It is made by boiling rice, broken wheat, tapioca, or vermicelli with milk and sugar; it is flavoured with cardamom, raisins, saffron, cashew nuts, pistachios or almonds. It is typically served during a meal or as a dessert.

10 Most Popular Maharashtrian Dishes

Maharashtrian or Marathi cuisine is cuisine of the Marathi people. Maharashtrian cuisine covers a range from being mild to very spicy dishes. Wheat, rice, jowar, bajri, vegetables, lentils and fruit form Staples of Maharashtrian diet. Following is the list of Top ten dishes from Maharashtrian cuisine. 


1) Pav Bhaji 
It is a Maharashtrian fast food dish that originated in Mumbai cuisine. While Bhaji is a traditional Indian name for a vegetable dish, the Pav or Pau or Pao was the Portuguese word for bread.Such is the popularity of this dish, that it is common to find it on the menu of most Indian restaurants serving fast food in Asia (especially Singapore, Hong Kong), America, UK (London), Switzerland and elsewhere. 


2) Batata Vada 
Potatoes are mixed in masalas, coated in besan batter and deep fried to perfection. Finely cut green chilies and ginger and a tempering of mustard seeds, turmeric and salt are added to a mash of boiled potatoes, and after dipping patties of the mash in an herb-seasoned batter of gram flour, the patties are deep-fried. 


3) Bharli Vangi 
A very traditional Marathi Vegetable dish is Bharli Vangi or “Stuffed Eggplant”. Almost every cuisine has traditional recipes for stuffed vegetables, and eggplant especially lends itself well to being stuffed in a variety of ways. This Marathi recipe is delicious uses of peanuts and coconuts as the stuffing along with a variety of spices. 


4) Aamti 
It is the special way of preparing lentils or dal in Maharashtra. Aamti is a little spicy, a little sweet and a little tangy. The word aamti can also used to describe other curried preparations, but the aamti dal stands solid as the pillar of everyday food, making it a staple of almost every meal. Aamti is a good illustration of the generous use of jaggery or unrefined sugar in Marathi cooking which lends a slight sweetish tinge to even savory foods. 


5) Pitla Bhakri 
It forms part of the typical Maharashtrian cuisine and has in the last two decades become quite popular amongst the more cosmopolitan city dwellers as well. It consists of “Pitla,” a pasty-looking dish prepared from the powdered version of “Dal,” a popular pulse. Pitla is usually eaten with “Bhakri,” a bread made from either “Jowar” or “Bajra,” both of which are cereals. 


6) Misal Pav 
It consists of spicy curry usually made of sprout of Mataki and chilly powder gravy called 'Kutt'. The final dish is topped with Potato-Chiwda Mix, Farsan or Sev (Indian noodles), onions, lemon and coriander (cilantro). It is usually served with bread toasted with butter and buttermilk or curd and papad. It is known for its high spice content and is particularly known as Misal Pav there are different version of Misal Pav such as Kolhapuri Misal,Nashik Misal,Puneri Misal, Khandeshi Misal and Nagpuri Misal name signifies area where this misal is served also you get Kalya Masalachi Misal, Shev-misal, Dahi (yoghurt)Misal, etc. 


7) Sabudana Khichdi 
“Sabudana” is a local food base prepared from the latex of of the Sago Palm. The ready-to-eat dish prepared from it is known as “Khichdi,” which roughly mean “mixture.” Sabudana Khichdi is a popular breakfast item and is one of the few food products that are allowed to be eaten when Maharashtrians undertake holy-fasting known in Marathi as “Upaas.” 


8) Kothimbir Vadi 
Coriander (Cilantro) mixed with chick pea flour and Maharashtrian spices. There are plenty of variants of this dishes some deep fried, some stir fried and some steamed.It is the maharashtrian equivalent of dhokla and quite tasty. 


9) Puran Poli 
It is also known as Puran Puri, Boli, Bobbattu, Holige, Obbattu, Ubbatti, Poli and by many other names. It is a traditional type of sweet flatbread. The puran is made by boiling chickpea lentils with a pinch of turmeric for color. When the lentils are cooked and soft, the broth is removed and kept aside. Jaggery is added to the chickpeas and cooked till they are soft. Then the stuffing is removed and sieved through a utensil made specifically for puran to achieve a smoother consistency. Saffron, cardamom, and nutmeg is added for additional flavor. The outer cover is made by making a dough by mixing refined flour, milk and ghee. Equal number of balls are made of the dough as well as the stuffing. The puran is stuffed inside the dough and then rolled out flat using a rolling pin. The poli is then cooked on a hot griddle and served with ghee and a soup made from the syrup. 


10) Shrikhand 
It is an Indian sweet dish made of strained yogurt. Preparation of this dish is very simple but it takes some time to process yogurt properly. To prepare shrikhand, yogurt is tied in a cotton cloth and left under pressure to drain. The strained yogurt, referred to as "Chakka", and sugar are mixed thoroughly in a deep bowl. Cardamom, saffron, and any other flavors are then added and mixed. It is then left in the refrigerator for the sugar to dissolve. The dish is served chilled.

TOP 10 KERALITE FOOD

The cuisine of Kerala is linked in all its richness to the history, geography, demography and culture of the land. Kerala cuisine has a multitude of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes prepared using fish, poultry and red meat. Owing to the weather and the availability of spices, the Kerala cuisine is richly spicy especially the hot ones -chili, black pepper, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon.   

1) Thalassery biryani        
It is a rice-based dish blended with spices and chicken. As it is the only biriyani recipe in Kerala cuisine,it can also be called Kerala biriyani. 


2) Fish Moilee        
It is a spicy fish and coconut dish which is cooked in coconut milk and spices. The flavour is light, yet spicy with a good bit of green chillies in the mix. Each household in Kerala will have their own version of course. 


3) Pearl Spot – Karimeen Fry Kerala Style        
It is a sought after delicacy in Kerala. The pearl spot fish is marinated in a mixture of lemon juice, red chillies, other ingredients and deep fried until crisp and golden brown. This recipe is an exotic dish of Karimeen fry cooked in Kerala style. The Karimeen fry is a spicy fried fish coated with zesty masala. 


4) Poduthol        
It is generally had with cooked rice during lunch and dinner. It is a customary dish in weddings and other ceremonies. 


5) Injipuli       
It is a dark brown Keralite curry made of ginger, green chillies and jaggery. It is also a part of Tamil Nadu cuisine. It is also known as Puli inji in some parts of Kerala.It is served as part of the Sadhya, or virunthu by the Tamil community.   


6) Prawns Kuzhambu       
Prawns Kuzhambu with Onion Tomato and Coconut is an excellent dish cooked in onion, tomato, coconut and tamarind sauce. This is just like a Kuzhambu made in southern India. 


7) Jackfruit Poriyal       
Green jack fruit is remarkably similar to chicken in consistency, and is even referred to as “vegetable meat” in many parts of Southeast-Asia. This jack fruit Curry Recipe is exotically delicious, and makes for a fantastic vegetarian or vegan main dish. 


8) Kaalan      
It is a Keralite dish and is made of yogurt, coconut and one vegetable like nendran plantain or a tuber like yam. It is very thick and sour.It is usually served as part of a Sadhya. 


9) Olan      
It is a dish that is part of the Kerala cuisine. It is prepared from white gourd, coconut milk and ginger seasoned with coconut oil. Olan is usually served as part of a Sadhya. 


10) Avial     
It is a dish that is common in Kerala as well as Tamil cuisine and Udupi cuisine. It is a thick mixture of vegetables and coconut, seasoned with coconut oil and curry leaves. Avial is considered an essential part of the Sadya, the Keralite vegetarian feast.

TOP 10 GUJARATHI FOOD

A typical Gujarati Thali consists of Rotli, Dal or Kadhi, Rice, and Sabzi (a dish made up of several different combinations of vegetables and spices, which may be either spicy or sweet). Gujarati cuisine varies widely in flavour and heat, depending on a family's tastes as well as the region of Gujarat to which they belong. Many Gujarati dishes are at the same time sweet, salty, and spicy .    

1) Dhokla 
 It is made with a fermented batter derived from rice and chickpea splits. Dhokla can be eaten for breakfast, as a main course, as a side dish, or as a snack. It can usually be bought from a sweet shop.    


2) Lilva Kachoris 
These Kachoris are stuffed with baked mixture of pigeon peas (lilva bean) or urad dal (crushed and washed horsebeans), besan (gram flour), black pepper, red chilli Pd, salt and other spices and deep fried until done.    


3) Khaman 
It is mostly served with roughly chopped onions, sev, fried chillies sprinkled with salt and chutney. In some shops it is also served traditionally in a large green leaf. Sometimes it is also garnished with scraped coconut. 


4) Keri no ras  
Aamras is also a traditional Gujarati dish.It consists of sugared mango pulp, which is passed through muslin to remove fibrous strands of the fruit.It is commonly eaten with rotli or pooris.    


5) Gujarati Kadhi 
Kadhi or karhi is a spicy dish whose thick gravy is based on chickpea flour. In Gujarat, it is usually served with khichdi, roti, parantha and rice. It is considered a light food.    


6) Undhiyu 
It is a Gujarati mixed vegetable dish that is a regional specialty.The name of this dish comes from the Gujarati words "matlu" meaning earthen pot and "undhu" meaning upside down since they have been traditionally cooked upside down underground in earthen pots fired from above.    


7) Doodhpak   
It is a dessert dish, a kind of rice pudding made from milk, rice, saffron and nuts, accompanied by pooris.The milk is slow-boiled to thickened and sweetened and the dish is garnished with chopped almonds.    


8) Handvo 
It is a baked dish made from various dals and rice, sesame and spices. It is often made with a bottle gourd filling, though a lot of other vegetables can be added.Sometimes crushed peanuts are also added.    


9) Khandvi   
It is yellowish in color and has the appearance of tightly rolled bite-sized pieces. It is primarily made of gram flour and yoghurt which is slowly cooked into a paste. The mixture is then spread out to cool, cut, and rolled into cylindrical shapes. The mild taste and soft texture make it a popular snack amongst adults and children alike.  


10) Dal Dhokli 
It is a spiced whole wheat dumplings simmered in a lively curry made with tuvar dal, garlic, peanuts, kokum and turmeric.

TOP 10 CHETTINAD FOOD

Chettinad cuisine is the cuisine of the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu state in South India. The Chettiar community, who are a majority in this region, are a very successful trading community. Chettinad cuisine is one of the spiciest and the most aromatic in India. Following  is the list of top ten food items from Chettinad cuisine.


1) Chicken Chettinad 
It is a popular dish from the region.In this recipe, the chicken is cooked with spices and tastes great with parathas, naan, roti, chapathi or even plain boiled rice.  


2) Chettinad Prawn Biriyani  
Biryani happens to be one of the favourite dishes. Traditionally Seeraga Samba/ Jeeraga Samba / Sirumani /Aromatic short grain rice is used to make this biryani. It's not too overpowering. Simple, yet flavorful.  


3) Idiyappam 
It is also known as Nooputt or string hoppers is a traditional Tamil, Kerala, Kodava, Tulu and Sri Lankan food consisting of rice flour pressed into noodle form and then steamed.  


4) Chettinad chicken pepper masala 
It serves as good side for rice, parathas, chapatis, and any Indian flat breads. Using country chicken and whole spices gives a better flavor to the dish. Pepper curry lovers should not miss this one..!!  


5) Chettinad Egg Curry 
Tempting egg curry, you will not be able to resist it. It has a perfect blend of various spices which are used in Indian cuisine.  


6) Chettinad Mushroom Masala 
White button mushrooms sauteed in spicy chettinad curry. Chettinad Mushroom Masala is an aromatic and spicy gravy which complements really well with steamed rice or Kerala parottas. 


7) Chettinad Potato Roast 
Chettinad cuisine is so famous for its freshly grounded masala powders .This is one such very aromatic and delicious fry from chettinad that goes well with South Indian rice platter.  


8) kuli paniyaram 
These are one of the authentic and traditional chettinad spicy paniyaram’s! a common day to day item in South-Indian homes. Usually on the third or fourth day when the batter is not appropriate for making idli these piping hot kuli-paniyarams are made.  


9) Chettinad karamani kara kuzhambu 
It is a spicy and tangy South Indian style curry using black eyed peas. This kara kuzhambu has black eyed peas / lobia in a tangy tamarind gravy with spices and coconut.  


10) Chettinad Mutton Sukka  
It is a lick smacking Chettinad cuisine. It pairs well with curd rice, paratta or any roti varities, biriyanis etc.

TOP TEN STREET FOOD MUMBAI

Mumbai has a lot to offer when it comes to street food, following are the Top 10 best street food that you must try when you are in Mumbai.  


1) Pav bhaji Is a spicy preparation with a mixture of vegetables, either whole or mashed, a generous dose of fresh tomatoes, a dollop of butter, optional toppings of cheese and dry-fruits and fresh fruits, consumed with warm bread gently or crispy fried in butter - an all-time, any-time favourite with Mumbaikars.  
PLACE: SARDAR's  
166-A Tardeo Road Junction, Tulsiwadi, near Tardeo bus depot. 


2) Vada Pav It is a popular spicy vegetarian fast food dish native to the Indian state of Maharashtra. It originated from Mumbai. It consists of a batata vada sandwiched between two slices of a pav. An added touch is a plate of rock-salted fried green chillies.  
PLACE: ANAND  
opposite Mithibai College, Gulmohar Road, Vile Parle West.  


3) Pani puri Originated from the Magadha region of India, present day South Bihar where it is also known as phulki. It consists of a round, hollow puri, fried crisp and filled with a mixture of flavored water ("pani"), tamarind chutney, chili, chaat masala, potato, onion and chickpeas. It is generally small enough to fit completely into one's mouth. 
PLACE: ELCO PANI PURI CENTRE  
2/A Elco Market, 46 Hill Rd, Bandra West.  


4) Bhel puri Is a savory Indian snack, and is also a type of chaat. It is made out of puffed rice, vegetables and a tangy tamarind sauce. Bhelpuri is thought to have originated within the Gujarati cafes and street food stalls of Bombay, and the recipe has spread to most parts of India where it has been modified to suit local food availability.  
PLACE: SHARMAJEES and BADSHAHS  
Chowpatty Beach, near Charni Road station.  


5) Channa bhatura is a combination of chole (spicy chick peas) and fried bread called bhatoora and is served with onions, carrot pickle, green chutney and achaar. Chole Bhature is a breakfast invented in Delhi post partition and now a days, it is popular breakfast around north-west India and other parts of the Country.  
PLACE: CREAM CENTRE  
Fulchand Niwas 25/B Chowpatty Sea Face.  


6) Crab Crabs are prepared and eaten as a dish in several different ways all over the world. Some species are eaten whole, including the shell, such as soft-shell crab; with other species just the claws and/or legs are eaten.  
PLACE: MAHESH LUNCH HOME  
8-B Cawasji Patel Street, Fort.  


7) Kheema Pav Pav is a local basic white bread. Kheema is typically minced mutton curry with peas or potatoes. Kheema can be made from almost any meat.
PLACE: OLYMPIA COFEE HOUSE  
Rahim Mansion, 1 SB Singh Rd, Colaba.  


8) Kebabs The traditional meat for kebab is lamb, but depending on local tastes and religious prohibitions, other meats may include beef, goat, chicken, pork or fish.  
PLACE: SARVI  
184/196 Dimtimkar Road, opposite Nagpada Police Station, Byculla West.  


9) Chicken tikka roll is made with tendered chicken tikka, that is tossed with onion, pepper and sauces. This is one of the most delicious chicken dish in form of wrap. It serves a great taste because of the blend of unique sauces. 
PLACE:  BADEMIYA  
Tulloch Rd, Apollo Bunder, Colaba.  


10) Juices and milkshakes It has been in business since 1940's and has generated a loyal following, who gather by the roadside kiosk during warm evenings. Rich in flavour and nutrients, it satisfies aesthetic as well as nutritional demands.  
PLACE: BACHELORs  
Chowpatty Sea Face, opposite Birla Krida Kendra, near Charni Rd station.

ALL TIME TOP 10 MOVIES (BOLLYWOOD )

The term Bollywood is often incorrectly used to refer to the whole of Indian cinema; however, it is only a part of the large Indian film industry which produces movies in Hindi language. Here we present to you the top 10 movies from Bollywood.  


1) SHOLAY (1975) 
It is a Hindi action-adventure film directed by Ramesh Sippy and produced by his father G. P. Sippy. The film follows two criminals, Veeru and Jai (played by Dharmendra and Amitabh Bachchan), hired by a retired police officer (Sanjeev Kumar) to capture the ruthless dacoit (bandit) Gabbar Singh (Amjad Khan)..  


2) MOTHER INDIA (1950) 
It is a epic melodrama film, directed by Mehboob Khan and starring Nargis, Sunil Dutt, Rajendra Kumar, and Raaj Kumar.it is the story of a poverty-stricken village woman named Radha (Nargis) who, in the absence of her husband, struggles to raise her sons and survive against a cunning money-lender amidst many troubles.  


3) LAGAAN (2001) 
It is a epic sports drama film written and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. Aamir Khan stars with Gracy Singh in the lead roles. The film is set in the Victorian period of India's colonial British Raj. The story revolves around a small village whose inhabitants, oppressed by high taxes, find themselves in an extraordinary situation as an arrogant officer challenges them to a game of cricket as a wager to avoid the taxes.  


4) DEEWAR (1975) 
It is a crime-drama film directed by Yash Chopra, written by Salim-Javed, and starring Amitabh Bachchan and Shashi Kapoor. Deewaar tells the story of two impoverished brothers who, after their family is betrayed by the misplaced idealism of their father, struggle to survive on the streets of Mumbai.  


5) THE LEGEND OF BHAGAT SINGH (2002) 
It is a historical biographical film about Bhagat Singh, a freedom fighter who fought for Indian independence. It was directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and starred Ajay Devgan, Sushant Singh, and Ian Davies.  


6) MUGHAL E AZAM (1960) 
It is a film directed by K. Asif and produced by Shapoorji Pallonji. Starring Prithviraj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar, Madhubala, and Durga Khote, the historical epic follows the love affair between Mughal Prince Salim (who went on to become Emperor Jahangir) and Anarkali, a court dancer.  


7) PURAB AUR PASCHIM (1970) 
The movie was produced and directed by Manoj Kumar, and it stars Manoj Kumar, Saira Banu, Ashok Kumar, Pran and Prem Chopra in the lead roles. Bharat( Manoj Kumar) is a patriotic Indian who's father was an Independence fighter. He goes to London and is disappointed to see that the NRI's staying there criticized everything Indian and were wasting their life away.  


8) DIL WALE DHULANIYA LE JAYENGE (1995) 
It is a 1995 Indian romantic comedy musical film. It was written and directed by debutante director Aditya Chopra, produced by his father Yash Chopra, and stars Shahrukh Khan and Kajol.  


9) TAARE ZAMEEN PAR (2007) 
This is a story of an eight year old boy who is thought to be lazy and a troublemaker, until the new art teacher(Amir Khan) has the patience and compassion to discover the real problem behind his struggle in school. Movie stars Amir Khan, Darsheel Safari and Tisca Chopra.  


10) GOLMAAL (1979) 
It is a comedy movie directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. The film was produced by Mukherjee and N.C.Sippy with music by Rahul Dev Burman. Ramprasad(Amol Palekar) is a recent college graduate who finds a job under a perfectionist, Bhavani Shankar, who believes that a man without a mustache is a man without a character.

TOP 10 ALL TIME ACTORS (BOLLYWOOD)

The term Bollywood is often incorrectly used to refer to the whole of Indian cinema; however, it is only a part of the large Indian film industry which produces movies in Hindi language. Here we present to you the Top 10 Actors of all time from Bollywood.  


1) AMITABH BACHAN 
He gained popularity in the early 1970s for his movies like Deewar and Zanjeer. He is also known as "angry young man" for his on-screen roles in Bollywood and has appeared in over 180 Indian films in a career spanning more than four decades. Amitabh Bachchan is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential actors in the history of Indian cinema.  


2) DILIP KUMAR (Muhammad Yusuf Khan)  
He is also known as the "Tragedy King". His career has spanned over six decades and with over 60 films. The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Bhushan award in 1991 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1994 for his contributions towards Indian cinema and nominated him to Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Indian parliament for a term. He is the first recipient of Filmfare Best Actor Award (1954) and still holds the record for the most number of Filmfare awards won for that category with eight wins.  


3) SHAH RUKH KHAN 
He is also known as the "King of Bollywood". He has appeared in over 80 Hindi films in genres including romance, action and comedy. His work in Bollywood has earned him numerous accolades, including fourteen Filmfare Awards from thirty nominations. For his contribution to film, the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri in 2005, and the Government of France has awarded him both the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres and the Légion d'honneur. Khan was the second-richest actor in the world in 2014, with a net worth of US$600 million.  


4) AAMIR KHAN 
He is also known as "Mr Perfectionist". He is the recipient of numerous awards and nominations, including four National Film Awards and seven Filmfare Awards, and was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri in 2003 and the Padma Bhushan in 2010.  


5) RAJESH KHANNA (Jatin Khanna) 
He was also known as "Kaka". He made his debut in 1966 with Aakhri Khat and rose to prominence with his performances in films like Raaz, Baharon Ke Sapne, Ittefaq and Aradhana. He was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Bhushan.  


6) DEV ANAND (Dharam Devdutt Pishorimal Anand) 
The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Bhushan in 2001 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2002 for his contribution to Indian cinema. His career spanned more than 65 years with acting in 114 Hindi films of which 104 have him play the main solo lead hero and he did 2 English films.  


7) AJAY DEVGAN (Vishal Veeru Devgan) 
Ajay Devgan has won numerous awards in his career, including two National Film Awards. Throughout his career he has performed in many critically and commercially successful films. He has starred in more than 80 Hindi films.  


8) RAJ KAPOOR 
He was also known as "The Show Man". He was the winner of two National Film Awards and nine Filmfare Awards in India, and a two-time nominee for the Palme d'Or grand prize at the Cannes Film Festival. The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Bhushan in 1971 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1987 for his contributions towards Indian cinema.  


9) AKSHAY KUMAR (Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia) 
He is also known as "Akki". He has appeared in over 125 films. He was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India. He is married to actress Twinkle Khanna.  


10) SALMAN KHAN (Abdul Rashid Salim Salman Khan) 
He has starred in more than 80 Hindi films so far and has established himself as one of the leading actors of Hindi cinema. He is also the winner of several prestigious awards. He has appeared in the highest grossing film nine separate years during his career, a record that remains unbroken.

Top 10 Love Quotes Of All Time

Love is a variety of different feelings, states, and attitudes, it is an emotion of strong attraction and personal attachment. Following are the top 10 quotes on love. 


1) “I never loved you any more than I do, right this second. And I’ll never love you any less than I do, right this second.”  
–Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl 


2) "To the world you may be one person, but to one person you may be the world." 
-Brandi Snyder 


3) "To love is nothing. To be loved is something. But to love and be loved, that's everything!" 
-T Tolis 


4) “And in her smile I see something more beautiful than the stars.”
–Across the Universe by Beth Revis 


5) "My heart is, and always will be, yours." 
 – Sense and Sensibility 


6) “Sometimes I can’t see myself when I’m with you. I can only just see you.”  
– Jodi Lynn Anderson  


7) "It was a million tiny little things that, when you added them all up, they meant we were supposed to be together… and I knew it."  
– Tom Hanks 


8) "The best things in life can never be kept;They must be given away.A Smile, a Kiss, and Love."  
- Tony Farrar 


9) "Treasure the love you receive above all. It will survive long after your gold and good health have vanished."  
- Og Mandino 


10) “I want everyone to meet you. You’re my favorite person of all time.” 
– Rainbow Rowell

10 FUN THINGS TO DO ON CHRISTMAS EVE

Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus to the Virgin Mary as a fulfillment of the Old Testament's Messianic prophecy. The Bible contains two accounts which describe the events surrounding Jesus' birth. Depending on one's perspective, these accounts either differ from each other or tell two versions of the same story.  


1) LOOK OUT FOR SANTA 
You can create a Santa viewer for your kids and friends to search for Santa on the special Christmas Eve. Telescopes for the occasion can be made by decorating an existing telescope with empty paper towel or toilet paper rolls. A bit of red paint, glitter and even cotton wool will make a great viewer for spotting Santa and his sleigh through the sky on Christmas Eve.  


2) CHRISTMAS STORY 
The Christmas story session gives a biblical account of the events surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a fun way to educate children and stories can be downloaded over the internet. Christmas stories are usually paraphrased from the New Testament books of Matthew and Luke in the Bible. Many do this after baths and before hanging the stockings to create a wonderfully calm end to the day.  


3) SING CHRISTMAS CAROLS 
Singing carols can be a lot of fun specially when the kids don’t quite get the words right! The Wiggles or Hi-5. There’s no better way to get in the festive mood than with some Christmas carols. Put some recorded songs on the stereo and gather the family for a sing along.  


4) SNACK FOR SANTA AND FOOD FOR THE REINDEER 
You’ve already baked some goodies for Santa, but what about the reindeer. You can give your kids to sprinkle little packets of reindeer dust on the doorstep or garden path to light the way for Rudolph and his friends. Create some reindeer food by combining rolled oats and glitter. The glitter helps the reindeer spot the food from far away, ensuring your house will not be missed on Santa’s rounds on Christmas Eve.  


5) WRAPPING THE PRESENTS 
This is the part of Christmas that we love the most. Everybody loves to receive gifts, wrap your gifts and place it under the tree and wait for that moment. While gifting try to put in a lot of goodies to surprise your children.  


6) LETTERS TO SANTA  
Every child loves to write their letters to Santa. Santa is happy to receive your cards and letters, write them up and sleep over it, surprises will be on your footsteps the other day..  


7) HANGING CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS 
Hanging your own stockings on Christmas Eve can be an exciting experience. Stockings hung on Christmas Eve means that Santa will be here very soon. What you need is just a hook, string or something heavy to anchor the Christmas stocking in place.  


8) CANDLES AND SCENTS  
Make your home smell like Christmas to add to the festive mood. You can add that aroma by using different products which are available in the market, candles do make the place look pleasant at night. 


 9) BAKE CHRISTMAS GOODIES 
Bake some nice preparations to boost up the festive food. Cookies, Cakes, Rum Balls and other preparations will definitely help in bringing some fun as well as smile on your children's face.  


10) RELAX WITH CHRISTMAS MOVIES 
Get into the Christmas mood with some great Christmas movies- Jingle All the Way, The Polar Express, The Grinch, Home Alone and The Muppet’s Christmas Carol are some of the movies you can watch with your family.

TOP 10 HAUNTED MOVIE INDIA (BOLLYWOOD)

The term Bollywood is often incorrectly used to refer to the whole of Indian cinema; however, it is only a part of the large Indian film industry which produces movies in Hindi language. Here we present to you the top 10 haunted movies from Bollywood.  


1) Woh Kaun Thi? (1964) 
It is a black-and-white Psychological Mystery film directed by Raj Khosla, starring Sadhana, Manoj Kumar and Prem Chopra. The movie revolves around a doctor who is haunted by the spirit of a young and beautiful girl..  


2) Raat (1992) 
It was directed by Ram Gopal Varma starring Revathi. Upon release the film received positive reviews and remained a cult classic. The story is on a family of four who move into a house that is allegedly haunted..  


3) Neel Kamal (1968) 
It was directed by Ram Maheshwari starring Waheeda Rehman in the title role. Other stars includes Raaj Kumar, Manoj Kumar, Mehmood, Balraj Sahni, Lalita Pawar and Shashikala. This story, is of a girl Sita, who discovers that her sleepwalking is not a simple sleepwalking but it takes her to the story of her past life..  


4) Darna Mana Hai (2003) 
It was considered a unique and innovative attempt by (joint) producer Ram Gopal Varma and director Prawal Raman to provide Indian audiences with a horror film which consists of six different short stories. It stars a host of Bollywood celebrities including Saif Ali Khan, Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani, Shilpa Shetty, Sameera Reddy, Isha Koppikar, Nana Patekar, Sohail Khan, and more.  


5) 13B (2009) 
The film starring R. Madhavan and Neetu Chandra in the lead roles. Majority of the film takes place inside an apartment which is haunted by the spirit of people who previously lived there. 
  

6) Mahal (1949) 
It was India's first reincarnation thriller film. A young lawyer is involved with a ghostly woman in his new house, where the builder and his fiance died shortly after it was built..  


7) Talaash (2012) 
The movie stars Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji and Kareena Kapoor in lead roles and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Vivan Bhatena, Rajkummar Rao, Shernaz Patel and Sheeba Chaddha in supporting roles. The story is inspired by a Hollywood movie "Elephant White".  


8) Bhoot (2003) 
It was directed by Ram Gopal Varma and stars Ajay Devgan and Urmila Matondkar. It was perceived to be different from a typical Bollywood movie as it did not contain songs.The story is about a couple who buy a high rise apartment at a ridiculously low price..guess what it is haunted.  


9) Raaz (2002) 
The film stars Bipasha Basu and Dino Morea as a couple who have moved to Ooty to save their failing marriage. However, what they find in their new home is more than they expected when a ghost starts haunting the place.  


10) 1920 - Evil Returns (2012) 
The film stars Aftab Shivdasani, Sharad Kelkar, Tia Bajpai, Vidya Malvade and Sagar Saikia in the lead roles.This story revolves around a famous poet who meets a woman who is in trouble..