Currently: November
Current Book - Blood, Bones and Butter by Gabrielle Hamilton (it's not what I thought it would be, as in, it's not as good as I thought it would be).
Current Drink - Water. I have been drinking a ton of it!
Current Excitement - A good friend is coming to visit the Bay Area for the first time and I can't wait to show her around my city, to do some running and to catch up! We have both been busy lately and haven't had as much time to do so.
Current Favorite Blog/Website - My Life as a Foreigner -- her last post was about some of the things that may make her crazy. And let me tell you, one of them involves a pet snail.
Current Garden Item - tomatoes / lemons
Current Love - Seeing my family not one, not two, NOT three, but five times over the last five weeks!
Current Food - This Philippine dried coconut from Costco (ps. It's only 8.99 at Costco!). They also have mangos by the same brand. They are equally as good.
Currently Pondering -What my #12 race for 12 in 2012 is going to be!
Current Indulgence - NOT running, although it just feels wrong. The darkness is facilitating it though.
Current Mood - Happy but a bit tired out.
Current New Find - Samsung Galaxy S3. Yup, I got a new phone!
Current Outfit - I've spent a lot of time in running clothes lately. Plus I wanted to post this photo. Look at Broski. He is concentrating on getting over that finish line! Grrrr.
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Current Peeve - People who walk and text. Pay attention or get out of my way! Or learn to walk straight and fast and pay attention while you are doing it!
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Current Triumph - I still have not bought a book this year. In fact, I haven't even missed it! Its funny how you really don't NEED many things and how there are usually easy alternatives to certain things you thought you wanted! (Next up: A no pantry buying spree!)
Current TV Show - I have been tuning the TV to the local radio station. They just put out a new CD called Live From the Archives, which is all live music that was recorded in the studio or at a KFOG concert. It is a pretty good line up. You should check it out if you are looking for some good new music! (Especially if you like the song above, there will be lots on the CD that you will love!)
Current Wish-List - An apron, a new Garmin (Mine JUST stopped uploading to my computer).
What things do you put off a lot? Any new music you are loving lately? What's your biggest pet peeve right now?
[SBB] Mohit Sanaya At ITA Awards - 5th Nov 2012 - Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon
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[IF] Barun, Sanaya Got Fans Gifts - 5th Nov 2012 - Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon
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[SBS] Mohit Sanaya At ITA Awards - 5th Nov 2012 - Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon
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Moment of the Day - 05th November 2012
Our moment of the day today comes from Starplus star-crossed love story Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon. For the past few days the show was going downhill, something was not exactly right and viewers were highly effected by the happenings shown because the show did not cater to the IPK Brand, but now it does look like the dark clouds have shifted or are shifting because the silver lining is slowly becoming visible. Well lets hope that things will get more bigger and better.
Coming back to the moment of the day it was the one between Arnav and Khushi.. Though one would have wanted Khushi to be more giving and Arnav less distanced. The moment without doubt was a treat to sore eyes, because it was one that came after what looked like an ERA making it all the more special.
So Khushi is disturbed about Sheetal keeping mum about her husband and Aarav’s Dad, her mind is preoccupied with thoughts and discussions of the resemblances between Aarav and Arnav Aarav and much more. To add to the confusions and suspicion Khushi witnesses Sheetal breaking her fast using the former’s Taal and understands that Sheetal had kept vrat for Arnav. She was already disturbed and this adds to her dilemma.
Arnav tells Khushi he wants to give her something and takes her away from the dining hall. Khushi is engrossed in her thoughts when Arnav asks Khushi to get ready as he had planned to take her out for dinner.Had it been some other circumstance Khushi would have readily agreed to it, but she knew that her recent learning’s would affect her, she would not be able to enjoy with Arnav and then Arnav would come up with questions etc because of which she tells him that she was tired and wasn’t in the mood to go have dinner. Arnav tells her that he does not want to hear any excuses, typical ASR style and tries to reason with her, tells Khushi that he wanted to do this for her, because it was her day.. she had fasted the entire day for him.. But Khushi who is highly upset about the whole Sheetal thing tries to make Arnav understand that she was really not in that place to get uplifted once she saw her favorite food and that they go to dinner another day.. Well it does leave Arnav quite unhappy but he decides to not push her and adheres to Khushi’s wish.
He is upset and it shows when he answers her vaguely when she asked where to keep his files. Khushi comes across an envelop addressed to her and finds out that it contains legal documents of KKGSR Catering Business (That’s loop closure for KKGSR Dabba Service track) Arnav tells her that he had thought of gifting it to her at the Restaurant to make it more special, when it hits Khushi that she had actually upset him. He wanted to do something for her and Khushi in her state of mind, with the zillion questions about Sheetal and Aarav and their connection to Arnav floating around she had become the reason for making Arnav upset.
She catches hold of her ears like she always does, and says “Sorry”, she tries to bring a smile to his face and succeeds.. Khushi asks Arnav why he did this now? What was the need for something like this? Arnav being the practical man he is tells her that she need not depend on anybody for money and if something happens.. Khushi does not actually allow Arnav to complete the sentence but its kinda understood ki why she hit him, because today was the day she kept vrat for his long life, for his well being and he was busy saying just the opposite and finally the two make up.
The moment after a long time showed glimpses of the ArShi viewers longed to see.. The ArShi flavor was quite there.. His practicality, her innocence, their undying love for each other inshort the scene had it all.
Truly our moment of the day and worth all the wait.
Author: Vijitha Rajan
Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon [Episode 380] 5th November 2012 Written Update
Arnav and Khushi romancing and finally the moon comes out and Khushi runs out. Mami is talking to Mama on the phone and breaks her fast, other women are slowly breaking their fast as well, Payal is looking through the taali at Akash and Anjali is taking pictures of everything. Everyone finishes the breaking fast rituals, Anjali looks slightly upset and Nani consoles her, Anjali says she may be upset but is happy for everyone and she is fine. There is a hand coming out of the table and taking food, Anjali sees this in the camera and goes to the table. She sees that its NK and takes a photo, NK seems to have been cought with the taali and runs away, he then sees Sheetal through the taali, Mami comes in saying Karva Chauth in reverse and looks at Sheetal. Khushi then breaks her fast and questions Arnav about the challenge, Sheetal is looking on as Arnav is breaking KHushi’s fast with a Jalebi. Khushi sees Sheetal looking but Sheetal turns her back.
Khushi is at the poolside and is tidying up and wonders where the taal is. Sheetal is seeing all this from inside. Nani enquires about Arav but he is sleeping. As Arnav goes to sit down he sees Khushi outside and goes to get her to come in to eat. Sheetal states she will go and help Khushi, she comes th to Khushi for help but Khushi declines and states she cant find her taal. Sheetal wants to help and Arnav states for them to go as he will not eat without her. As Khushi is walking she is wondering about Sheetal. Sheetal gets her shawl out and looks at the moon through it, she calls Arnav’s name and looks at him through the shawl and makes excuses about a phone call. Khushi tells Arnav to go ahead and that she will be along in a while. She notices Sheetal going under the table and drinking water from her Taali and is shocked about what she is seeinga dn that Sheetal used her taal. This means Sheetal kept a fast for Arnav.
Khushi asks where Arnav is taking her, he tells her he wants to give her something. Khushi talks to herself that she needs to speak to Sheetal. NK states that after fasting food tastes even better. Nani complements about his fasting and that he will get a good wife. Arnav tells Khushi to get ready as they are going out for dinner. Khushi says she is tired but Arnav wants to do something special for Khushi but she tells him to leave it and they will do it any other day. Arnav calls Aman to cancel the reservation. Khushi notices a envelope with her name and it seems like some legal documentation. Arnav tells her that her Dabba service is a legitimate company now. Khushi holds her ears and apologises and wonders how to fix it. She tries to think of ways to make it up but nothing matches, this makes Arnav laugh and he hugs her. Khushi asks what made him think of this, he wants her to be independent as one day he may not be there, Khushi gets upset with him talking like this. As they are about to leave Arav comes in asking for a favour.
Arav and Arnav are playing chess and everyone is watching. Payal states how Arav and Arnav look like each other. Nani states that she never realised how nicely he gets on with Arav. Khushi asks about Sheetal to Payal, Payal asks if Khushi ate well. NK asks for a glass of water. She then gets a letter from the servant and it’s the DNA report, she recalls her conversation with Arnav and wonders if this is Devi Maiyaa’s wish, she opens the letter and is apprehensive, she reads the letter and is shocked and teary about the results, she looks at both Arav and Arnav and back at the letter. Arav stating he will make Arnav lose, but Arnav states he wont lose. Arav does check mate and Aranv loses and they both clap hands.
Precap:
Sheetal denies keeping Vrat and Khushi shouts that Sheetal did keep a vrat and that to for Arnav and shows her the document and states that Arav and Arnav are father and son.
Credit: Illyria
An Apple a Day Monday: V
Last year, through the month of November, I did a Fall cooking series called An Apple a Day Monday. I was lucky to have an available and very productive apple tree nearby last year, which facilitated dishes like Apple Bundt Cake, Apple Crisp, Apple Cider and Apple Bran Flax Muffins. This year I am not as lucky to have the apples, but have been experimenting with some other items instead.
This weekend, my Mom was in town and we had a great time exploring the area and shopping and eating! On Saturday night, Broski came over with the lady friend and they all had a chance to try my Screamin' Hot Habanero Sauce that I made out of the peppers that they gave me. Remember the one that gets rid of your socks? They both loved it and wanted the recipe (Mom is not as fond of hot stuff), so I decided to share it with you too, in case you feel like making some of your own. I got my peppers from the garden, but they are pretty cheap at the market, especially if you have a Latino market nearby. They always have the best peppers!
It's a great addition to any dish and I like it because it doesn't taste of vinegar; it mostly just tastes of pepper / heat! And a little dab'll do ya! The problem with my cooking sometimes is that I just toss stuff in, so you may need to tweak this a little to make it to YOUR liking, just like I did. The recipe was inspired by this.
Screamin' Hot Habanero Sauce
2 cups of hot peppers (I used Serrano and Habanero)
1 tbsp salt
1 lemon, juiced
1 tbsp sugar
1/4 cup vinegar (I used Champagne, but you could use red wine, apple cider or white vinegar)
1 tsp garlic salt
First, cut the stems off the peppers. I put gloves on to do this just in case. I would hate to touch my eye afterward or something silly like that. Then blanch them in boiling water for about 2 minutes. Remove them and run them under cold water (see how to blanch here).
Place them in a blender with the remaining ingredients. Blend. Voila. Now you have sauce. This will keep in the fridge for about a year. A spoon full in any dish gives your dish a nice kick, or you can do like we do, and just spoon it on your meal, one plate at a time!
The original recipe suggested removing the seeds, but I did not. If you want it to not be as hot, you may want to remove the seeds. If you want it more vinegary, you may want to add more than I did, but I prefer it not as vinegary.
Do you like spicy things? What dish do you use peppers in? Have you ever made your own hot sauce?
This weekend, my Mom was in town and we had a great time exploring the area and shopping and eating! On Saturday night, Broski came over with the lady friend and they all had a chance to try my Screamin' Hot Habanero Sauce that I made out of the peppers that they gave me. Remember the one that gets rid of your socks? They both loved it and wanted the recipe (Mom is not as fond of hot stuff), so I decided to share it with you too, in case you feel like making some of your own. I got my peppers from the garden, but they are pretty cheap at the market, especially if you have a Latino market nearby. They always have the best peppers!
It's a great addition to any dish and I like it because it doesn't taste of vinegar; it mostly just tastes of pepper / heat! And a little dab'll do ya! The problem with my cooking sometimes is that I just toss stuff in, so you may need to tweak this a little to make it to YOUR liking, just like I did. The recipe was inspired by this.
Screamin' Hot Habanero Sauce
2 cups of hot peppers (I used Serrano and Habanero)
1 tbsp salt
1 lemon, juiced
1 tbsp sugar
1/4 cup vinegar (I used Champagne, but you could use red wine, apple cider or white vinegar)
1 tsp garlic salt
First, cut the stems off the peppers. I put gloves on to do this just in case. I would hate to touch my eye afterward or something silly like that. Then blanch them in boiling water for about 2 minutes. Remove them and run them under cold water (see how to blanch here).
Place them in a blender with the remaining ingredients. Blend. Voila. Now you have sauce. This will keep in the fridge for about a year. A spoon full in any dish gives your dish a nice kick, or you can do like we do, and just spoon it on your meal, one plate at a time!
The original recipe suggested removing the seeds, but I did not. If you want it to not be as hot, you may want to remove the seeds. If you want it more vinegary, you may want to add more than I did, but I prefer it not as vinegary.
Do you like spicy things? What dish do you use peppers in? Have you ever made your own hot sauce?