Recipe: Light white dosa

It's easy, light on the stomach and soft.You can drizzle it with coconut chutney or dust it with a little gun powder and it's ready to go!Ingredients:1 cup soaked rice (soaked for at least 3 hrs)1/2 cup grated coconut1/2 tsp salt5 cups water1 tbsp oilMethod:-...

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Do you tell your partner a little too much?

Sharing daily life events with your loved one is fine, but it can also lead to problems in your relationship if you go overboard with it."I have always been frank with my husband and would discuss about a particular colleague of mine who I was very good...

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Things your man doesn't find funny

There are some things you can never joke about with your man. Debarati S Sen finds out more about a couple of these super-sensitive topics.It is cool to clown around once in a while and for most guys a woman with a whacky sense of humor means a lot and...

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Kitchen tricks for daily use

Reviving crystallized honey or cutting veggies safely, we have it all hereHere are some tips you can use the next time you face these usual kitchen troubles.Honey crystals: Honey does not usually go bad, but sometimes if the bottles been sitting unused...

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I don't want to work after marriage

In a reverse trend of sorts, women want to stay at home after marriage. And the husbands don't seem too happy with the trendThey say marriages are made in heaven — well this can hardly be disputed, considering the grand scale of weddings. But what happens...

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Debunking the first night myths

First night is always anticipation and aspiration fully loaded. But one should go about first night experiences carefully and in a matured manner.In an arranged marriage, there will be too many preconceived notions and too many expectations regarding...

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How to maintain a library at home

For a bibliophile, parting away with books is one tough proposition. A well stocked and a well arranged library of books makes sense in this case.Mark a room as reading roomThe reading room will not only have a library which will house all those precious...

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How to flirt when you are married

Why can't a couple indulge in some healthy flirting if it only peps up the romantic quotient?There is a different kick in living the life of lovers even after marriage. Well, sticking to the husband and wife garb can take a backseat and life can be made...

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Book Review: Tick-tock, We’re 30

Publisher: Westland LtdCategory: FictionPrice: Rs 250Pages: 402Author: Milan VohraThe Sarva Niketan( S.N) gang is back together after a decade, and they're all camped in pajama-wala uncle's house, whose most enduring image is that of a 'mad' dog barking...

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Major hair issues men face

Let's accept it, even men need hair care and they also need to address their hair issues. Here are three main issues and how to handle them.Here are the main issues men can face when it comes to hair and how to best handle the issues.Thinning:Thinning...

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Book Review: DareBone's Big Break

Book: DareBone's Big BreakAuthors: Gleeson Rebello, MD, and Jamie HarisiadesPublisher: SDP PublishingIt's large, it's colourful and it's attractive. It's the kind of book that even draws an adult to go through and, before you realise it, you've picked...

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Coffee face packs for supple skin

Your favourite beverage also doubles up as a great face pack, read on howUse these coffee face packs to draw your coffee-addict partner towards you. They are easy to make and well, everybody has coffee at home!Honey coffee pack: We love coffee, we love...

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Career-oriented girls avoid sex risk

Teenage girls and young women aged 14-19 who are focused on their careers are less likely to be sexually active, a study has indicated.Such girls have higher levels of maturity and more confidence in their beliefs, noted researchers from University of...

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Recipe: Kerala Chicken curry

It is refreshingly differentIngredients:Chicken, two medium sized onions sliced into pieces, tomato (sliced), potato (cut into medium sized pieces), two tbsp chicken masala powder, one tbsp coriander powder, one tsp Kashmiri chilli powder, one tsp ginger-garlic...

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Easy ways to decorate a blank wall

Here are some easy ways how you can turn a blank wall into the funkiest area of your house.Do you have a blank wall staring at you every day you get up? Well, think and look at it no more! Just get down to business and decorate it with these easy ideas...

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Recipe: Konkani egg curry

It is an egg delicacy that stands apart from the restIngredients: Four eggs, half cup finely chopped onion, three or four medium sized tomatoes (blanched and skin removed), one tsp chopped ginger, one tsp chopped garlic, one tsp red chilli powder, four...

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Cure that dandruff naturally

Dandruff is an increasing problem today and I'm sure we all are tired of using chemicals and shampoos on our hair that say they will erase the dandruff only to give temporary relief. Listed below are natural ways to deal with those itchy scales on your...

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What Indian men want in a wife

If you are a career-oriented girl, who follows the news and watches IPL for the game and not the cute players, then congratulations!You are the prospective bride that Indian men are looking for, says a survey. After a survey on what women don't want...

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Camping out ideas at home

Camping at home in your backyard can be great fun too.A little bit of imagination and lot of fun elements can make camping at home a brilliant idea and a fun loaded activity. Here's how to go about it:Games and lots of them Make your little ones play...

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Are you an ace kisser?

A good kiss can lead to better and hotter things as they progress. To be a sensational kisser, you have to be in control.Suppose you and your partner have just started kissing and you are about to shift your gears to a deeper kiss, then you should gently...

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8 Weird things men like in women

Men are crazy. And they get crazier when they see you approach them in those red pumps and skinny jeans with a baggy and casual tee in style and confidence.Although there are a thousand things that make you irresistible, here are the top most unbelievable...

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Book Review: Bonsai Kitten

Book Review: Bonsai KittenAuthor: Lakshmi NarayanPublisher: Lead Start Publishing, Jufic BooksPages: 296"I am nothing but a Bonsai Kitten!"- Divya in Lakshmi Narayan's 'Bonsai Kitten'The author chooses an interesting phrase to describe the condition...

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Recipe: Sweet potato and chicken soup

Who doesn't love chicken soup? Here's a easy fun dish with sweet potatoes that's sure to give a magical twist of flavor to the regular chicken soup.Ingredients: - 700ml chicken stock of 1/2 kg chicken - 1 stalk lemon grass - 1 sweet potato, peeled and...

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Grow your summer garden

There are some plants that need full sun and so this summer, plant your own veggies and enjoy a delicious homegrown dinner.This summer try painting your thumb green and plant yourself a delicious summer garden. Here are a few veggies that you can grow...

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Bid adieu to winter wear, until next season

As winters are retreating, people are preparing to pack and store their woollen garments, which once made them look ravishing and gave protection from the chills.When it comes to taking proper care of these clothes, people are always in a dilemma as...

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Ways to wear slip-on sneakers

Wear black sneakers with white denim and a printed scarf for colour. Animal print slip-ons look great with cuffed jeans and a camelcoloured plain shirt. Tuck your shirt into the jeans to channel an urban vibe.Embrace the reigning white trend with a short...

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Join the cat walk

A moderately sloppy, kiss-on-the-nose of our city's animal citizensDr Jyotsna Changrani of Chimbai village in Bandra is one of those "crazy" cat ladies that every neighbourhood should cherish. The one that feeds strays every day (spending up to Rs 35,000...

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Power petal: Cooking with flowers

Forget about broccoli, cauliflower and artichokes — yes, they're flowers — and instead, learn how to include the exotic lavender, violet and calendulas into your daily dietRose sharbat, marigold oil, lotus stem chips (kamal kadki or bhee kachri) and...

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Go adventurous with the tuxedo

With celebrities bringing in a mix of conventional and kitsch on the red carpet, here's how you can take a cue from their stylesClassic black tuxedoSafe, yet timeless, here's presenting the classic tux.Shah Rukh Khan: The Chennai Express star wore a...

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How often should you eat?

Three meals a day or eight? TOI speaks to experts who seem to have contrary opinions.In our race to be the biggest loser, most of us go after different diets. The trusted and age-old three-meals-a-day concept works for some, while others swear by the...

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Care for your expensive rug

Expensive rugs can enhance the beauty of a room.They look especially good on hardwood floors, but they can also be used in rooms with wall-to-wall carpet. Here is how to take care of them.If you intend to someday pass your beautiful oriental rugs on...

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How to choose the right lingerie

Be clear on "the purpose" of the lingerie ensemble. If it's something you want to be able to wear under tight-fitting clothes, opt for seamless lines with proper support.If it's seduction you're after, go for all the bells and whistles, like ribbon ties,...

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7 things to avoid when drunk

Drinking may be fun, but ensure that you don't have to bear the consequencesDrunk drivingThis one is extremely serious. Not only are you risking your own life, but also that of others in the car and those who are out on the road or in other vehicles....

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10 Superb ways to impress your mum-in-law

You can do a lot to stop your mom-in-law from turning into monster-in-law. Here are some simple steps that can help you develop a great rapport with her.Do your homework: Ask your husband for the issues that she may be touchy about. You may not know...

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Bid adieu to winter wear, until next season

As winters are retreating, people are preparing to pack and store their woollen garments, which once made them look ravishing and gave protection from the chills.When it comes to taking proper care of these clothes, people are always in a dilemma as...

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Healing with animal-assisted therapy

With a Canadian university using puppies as stress-busters for students, we see more animals helping people with different ailmentsCity-based nine-year-old kid, Anjali, a girl with special needs, was usually a calm child. She had suffered mentally because...

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Mash potatoes the way mom makes it

The author has posted comments on this articleReagan Gavin Rasquinha, TNN | Mar 22, 2014, 12.00AM IST Page 1 of 4 Here's a homestyle take on this classic dish the way you'll never find in any restaurant.1 small capsicum1 carrot 1 spring onion1 tomato1...

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How to pick a good pair of sunglasses

The author has posted comments on this articleTNN | Mar 22, 2014, 12.00AM IST How to pick a good pair of sunglasses  Page 1 of 4 Protecting your eyes from the sun begins with picking the right pair of sunglasses.UAV/UVB protection: Look...

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Dress up with stunning faux jewellery

The author has posted comments on this articlePurvaja Sawant, TNN | Mar 22, 2014, 12.00AM IST Dress up with stunning faux jewellery Page 1 of 4 While investing in real jewellery is a given, your fashion wardrobe must have some funky imitation...

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Foods you shouldn't eat daily

While you may be making the utmost effort to eat healthy for the majority of your day, it is possible that there are the small daily mistakes you maybe making in your diet, which make weight loss, or weight management more difficult and a slower process...

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