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After my last day at work, I went back to the hotel to pack and then go for dinner.

What I didn't realize was that some of the staff had been waiting after their shift to say goodbye.  I had seen them in the morning but they wanted to say goodbye again, some of them left because they didn't know when I was going to arrive.  I was sad that I missed them because some waited 2 hours after their shift for me to get there.  I told the others to make sure they know I said thank you and that I was going to miss them too.

While sitting in the Indian food restaurant having some of my favourite dishes, the chef from the Italian restaurant was sad that I was not with them so he sent over my favourite dishes to the other restaurant (including dessert).

Totally stuffed....I was saying my goodbyes again when they brought out a cake for me.  Everyone is so nice and I have so many great group photos.

See you back in Toronto!  Now to start the scrapbook of all the stuff I didn't put here! :D

Thank you for following along!

Truly Blessed

I was asked to join the trainers for a good-bye dinner. A few hours before we were to go, they asked me if I would mind if others attending the sessions were invited to join in.  When I arrived at the restaurant, I was amazed to see everyone there...on such short notice!

It was great to see everyone and of course I couldn't resist being a bit silly.  After walking around taking a few candid snaps, the mood was quite jovial and we were all laughing.  A great night!

What a great group of people and I am so lucky to have met them!

 

Hey Horton!

In Mysore, I was blessed by an elephant!

 

For the foodies (part 4)

Here are some of my favourite desserts...

Gulab Jamoon

Kala Jamoon

Burfi - Gujiya - Dry Fruit Ladoo

Juke Shahi - Balushahi - Chum Chum - Kalakand

And anything in this box...LOL...peda, burfi, halwa, ladoo, pak...



 

For the foodies (part 3)

Here are some of my favourite dinner foods...




Clockwise top: Bengali Fish Curry
- Prawns - Chicken Biryani - Raita

Clockwise top: Dal Palak - Achari Paneer Tikka Masala - Sukha Aloo Mutter
 - Sarson wali Machi - Keema Biryani - Basmati Rice







Clockwise top: Subzi Handi Bahar - Chili Garlic Seafood
- Steamed Fish with Soy Ginger - Egg Biryani - Bamati Rice
Middle: Dum Aloo Banarasi

Clockwise top: Machli ke sooley - kandhari murgh
 - grilled paneer - broccoli bhaji



For the foodies (part 2)

Here are some of my favourite snack foods...

Sev Puri Chaat

Papri Chaat



Garlic Naan - Onion Bhajji

Root Vegatable Bhajji (Carrot, Beetroot, Okra, Gourd and Raddish)



Pani Puri Chaat







For the foodies (part 1)

Here are some of my favourite breakfast food items...

 

Masala Dosa with coconut, red and green chutneys and sambar dipping sauce



Paneer Bhurji and triangle Paratha



Bonda with coconut chutney and Aloo Masala

Marvel-ous

Went out shopping with my best friend in India.  Sripriya is generous, kind, funny and very patient with all my questions. We have similar tastes and it been nice to have someone to talk with.

She knows all the good places to go...

After shopping we went for coffee (Indian Kathlekhan Superior - grown and brewed locally) at Cafe Coffee Day.  While sitting there, we had the pleasure of watching and listening to the conversations of a couples first meeting for an arranged marriage.  We did the subtle 'pretend to take a picture' while taking a different picture...

 

Poor guy was asked by his potential mother-in-law what he thought of the girl.  He didn't say a word, he just did the Indian wobble.  LOL :D

 

Had a great night and when you see all the cool stuff I bring back, you can thank Priya!!



 

Little black dress

One of the good things about Canada is that we are not very news worthy.  The consistent lack of big drama is a good thing.  On the other hand, it is almost impossible to find out the hockey playoff updates, not even a tiny little line in the newspapers.....yet.....this dress will get a large section of the paper.  Won't it go away!! LOL :D

Oh Jiminy Cricket!

Over the last few weeks there has been a lot of cricket on TV because of the IPL (Indian Premier League) playoffs.  I have been following the Royal Challengers Bangalore.  When they win, I have been getting a really good fireworks display outside my window.

 

Tonight, I stayed up late watching the game on the big screen because RC made it to the semi finals. A very close game 1 run with 2 balls left. Unfortunately RC lost to the Chennai Super Kings. At least they are still ranked 3rd over all. Time to down a few Kingfishers (the owner of the team) :D

 

Cookoo for Coconut

Numerous medicinal properties of tender coconut water are:

1. Good for intestinal disturbances
2. Oral rehydration medium
3. Contains organic compounds possessing growth promoting properties
4. Keeps the body cool
5. Application on the body prevents prickly heat and summer boils and subsides the rashes caused by small pox, chicken pox, measles, etc.
6. Kills intestinal worms
7. Presence of saline and albumen makes it a good drink in cholera cases
8. Checks urinary infections
9. Excellent tonic for the old and sick
10. Cures malnourishment
11. Diuretic
12. Effective in the treatment of kidney and urethral stones
13. Can be injected intravenously in emergency case
14. Found as blood plasma substitute because it is sterile, does not produce heat, does not destroy red blood cells and is readily accepted by the body
15. Aids the quick absorption of the drugs and makes their peak concentration in the blood easier by its electrolytic effect
16. Urinary antiseptic and eliminates poisons in case of mineral poisoning

All that.....and it tastes good, especially on a 36 degree day!

Thanks Sunil for showing me the website before I had some, even though #6 was a bit eww and I love #9 lol :D

 

 

Moo-ve over

It is true that you will see cows on the street in India.  There are wild cows and farmer cows walking around.  It is common practice for some farmers to milk the cows in the morning and then let them roam.  Cows find their way to the market to eat discarded food or find their way to the dump to find something to eat.  Farmer cows will find their way back home at night or the farmer will come out searching for them.  Wild cows continue to roam the city streets.

They can create traffic issues or become a danger at night to drivers.

 

 

And watch out for the stampede!

 

De-Fence

I have noticed that the city is very much divided by walls or fences or gates.  Whether it is a company or residence or an empty field.  I have also noticed that the fences send a clear "keep out!" message.