Kashmiri Kahwa chai recipe As a further resource for you avid chai drinkers out there, here’s a Kashmiri Kahwa chai recipe. Boil 4 cups of water with green cardamom (3-4 pods, cracked), cinnamon stick (1/2 inch piece), and 2 tablespoons sugar for 5-10 minutes or until fragrant. Take off heat and add 3 teaspoons loose […]
Read MoreDISADVANTAGES OF ELECTRIC BLANKETS While their are lots of advantages, such as warming you quickly and keeping your bed warm throughout a cool night are ideal, their negative effects and risks cannot be tolerated.Any electronic device that stays on over a period of several hours can become a fire risk, and electric blankets are no […]
Read MoreJ&k tourism packages Houseboats and shikaras – Images begin to conjure up as soon as you think of or start talking about Jammu and Kashmir. Destinations like Gulmarg, Srinagar, Pahalgam and the Kashmir Valley continue to magnetize tourists from all across the world. A shikara ride along the lily-laden Dal Lake happens to be one […]
Read MoreKashmiri Figs Figs are one of the oldest cultivated fruits in human history. This is a seasonal fruit but is available throughout the year in dry form. Dried fig is known for its mouth watering taste and also for its multiple health benefits.If there was a monarchy in dried fruits, Dried Figs would have ruled […]
Read MorePASHMINA Pashmina is made from the finest cashmere wool in the world. It is combed from the underside of the Himalayan Mountain Goat – Capra Hircus, which are indigenous to the mountains of Central Asia. Pashmina is just the indigenous word for cashmere, which is a term applied by European colonialists to a fabric that […]
Read Morekashmiri almonds The word “almond” comes from Old French almande or alemande. Kashmiri Almonds are often referred to as ‘King of Fruits’. Kashmiri Almonds are available in different shapes and sizes.Kashmiri almonds are known for their superiority of taste and are very popular with the consumers.In Jammu and Kashmir, almond cultivation is restricted to selected […]
Read Morekashmiri chilli powder Rich wine red color, shriveled appearance and not so spicy, that’s the definition of kashmiri chilli. The kashmiri chilli is smaller, rounder and less pungent, but lends a very bright red color to the food. They are bred for their high color retention since they redden anything capable of absorbing color. The […]
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what to buy in kashmir Kashmir is renowned for tremendous shopping across the globe specially for its woolens, saffron, shatoosh and Pashmina shawls, wooden handiwork, hand woven floor coverings, walnut wood work, paper mache articles, Kashmiri crewelwork, phirans, honey, copper, brass, almonds, silverware and fruits variety are the most essential purchases in Jammu and Kashmir […]
Read MoreSaffron Saffron is the most expensive spice of the world.It is derived from the dried part of the plant crocussativus.The plant is a bulbous,pereninal with globular corms, 15-20cm high.It has 6 to 10 leaves present at anthesis,one to two flowers with a lilac-purple colour with perianth segments of 3 to 5cm and style branches […]
Read Morevintage kashmiri shawl There are lots of verities of Kashmiri shawl .One of them is vintage kashmiri shawl. It is very Beautiful Checkered Shawl with Classic Looks. mostly it was very famous at 1970s and 80s . It was made with multi-color big block design for stylish person .Nowdays these shawls are made with different […]
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Anarkali Salwar Kameez Anarkali is the word taken from the famous courtesan in the court of a great mughal emperor. Salwar Kameez is one Indian outfit that never loses popularity as it is extremely comfortable . It has secured an important place in the modern womans wardrobe with which she can work also in any […]
Read Morekashmiri bakery The bakery tradition of the Kashmir valley is like a gracious pause in an unfolding drama of cuisine and culture.Jammu & Kashmir, the much disputed land in India is known for its extravagant beauty. The snow clad mountains, the soothing lakes and valleys, it is a picturesque landmark. If nature has bestowed tremendous […]
Read Morekashmiri design and art The kashmiri designs are famous all over the world.Kashmiri design, with its traditional name “Kashidakari”, is one of the most popular traditional embroideries.Kashmiri embroidery has always fascinated people. The embroideries work is done by the hand and there are some professionals who designs the suits and embroidery.There are different clothes like […]
Read MoreSaffron Saffron, one of the oldest and the most expensive spice of the world, is a dried stigma of crocus sativus flowers, a small perennial plant, which is found only in three regions in the entire world hence being of three types: Kashmiri, Iranian and Spanish. Iranian Saffron has a bright color and distinctive flavor, […]
Read Morekashmiri shawls kashmiri shawls are a fashionista’s dream Colorful, impactful, stylish and luxurious.Kashmiri shawls are a luxurious way to combine style and function. They are fashionable and add a very vivid touch of glamour fitting for any woman. They are flattering for all body types and can be a gentle way to acknowledge cultural customs […]
Read MoreHistory of Kashmiri carpets Each of us want to decorate our house very neat and beautiful. We spend lot of money in our house decoration .If we talk about the decoration of the house in India Carpets and floorings takes an important part in it. Kashmiri carpets are one of the best part of floorings […]
Read MoreKishtwar Kishtwar town is the HQ of District Kishtwar situated at a distance of 235 kms from the winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir State. It is located between 35-55 and 45-97 degrees longitudinal; however the altitude of the District varies from 3000-15000 ft. above the sea level.Kishtwar is bounded on the north by Kashmir […]
Read MoreCHILI POWDER Chilli have been a part of the human diet in the food since at least 7500 BC.Chili powder is a widely used spice in various soups, stews and many more dishes.we can say that INDIAN kitchen is incomplete without chili powder.chili powder is the dried, pulverized fruit of one or more varieties of […]
Read Morekashmiri clothes name Kashmir mainly consist of muslim population,so people mostly wear pheran because it is warm land long to protect ourself from cold in kashmir as the temperature mostly remain near 10 to 13.Kashmiri Muslims used to wear the pheran, a long loose gown hanging down below the knees, a white turban tied on […]
Read MoreBenefits of dates 1. Improves Overall Health:Dry dates are considered to be a gold mine of vitamins1. They contain a wide range of vitamins including Vitamin A, C, E, K, B2, B6, niacin and thiamin. These vitamins are vital for our health and wellness. Therefore, consuming dry dates is beneficial for improving our overall health. […]
Read MoreKashmiri Embroidery Kashmiri Embroidery and its types: In Kashmir, we experience colourful embroidery work on all kinds of apparel and fabrics – Shawls, Jackets, Sarees, etc. There are many different types of embroideries employed by Kashmiri artisans. These are of the following types: 1.Crewel embroidery: This is done using a pointed crochet (locally called […]
Read MoreBenefits of saffron As the saffron is most expensive spice in the world it not only being used in hotels and restaurant . It has many more benefits in our daily life.saffron is also known as Kesar or Kumkumapoo (in India). It can also be beneficial to a number of health problems. It is used as […]
Read MoreKaju Anjeer Roll Ingredients 1. 1 cup dried figs (anjeer) , soaked in milk for 15 minutes 2. 1 cup grated mava (khoya) 3. 1 cup powdered cashewnuts (kaju) 4. 1 cup condensed milk edible silver foils for garnishing Method 1. Heat the soaked anjeer on a medium flame till it softens and becomes halwa […]
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