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  Since we tend to spend a lot of time in our kitchens, it should be a comfortable space to work in, and should also ensure stress-free cooking. However, if your kitchen feels unwelcoming and is prone to a lot of chaos then it is time to reorganise and realign the space. Experts identify the troublesome areas of the kitchen and give solutions to make it a calm and peaceful space.    Problem 1: Absence of Natural Light “If there is no natural light in the kitchen, a combination of ambient lighting and task lighting is the way to go.  All downlights should be directed towards the overhead cabinets so that the countertops are also well-lit. Since a single light fixture creates a lot of shadow, multiple lighting sources should be incorporated to create an overlapping effect which prevents dark parches in the kitchen. Introduce LED strip lights under the overhead cabinets to provide focussed illumination on the countertop, hob and sink .One can also upgrade the look of th...

  गुजरात में स्थित दुनिया की सबसे ऊंची मूर्ति Statue of Unity को रूप करना आप और भी आसान हो जायेगा। भारतीय रेल ने Statue of Unity के नाम से बानी सरदार वल्लब भाई पटेल की प्रतिमा तक सुगमता से पहुंचने के लिए रेल कनेक्टिविटी का काम किया है।   रेल नेटवर्क के जरिये देश के विभिन्न शहरों से गुजरात के केवडिया में स्थित Statue of Unity  को देखने के लिए लोग आसानी से पहुंच सकेंगे।  प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी आज आठ नई ट्रेनों को वर्चुअल हरी झंडी दिखाएंगे।  यह आठ ट्रेने केवडिया को वाराणसी, दादर, अहमदाबाद, हज़रत निजामुद्दीन , रीवा , चेन्नई , और प्रतापनगर से जोड़ेंगी।  वीडियो कॉन्फ्रेसिंग के माध्यम से आयोजित होने वाले इस समारोह के दौरान प्रधानमंत्री दभोई - चांचोड आमान परिवर्तन, चांचोड केवडिया आमान परिवर्तन नवनिर्मित प्रतापनगर केवडिया खंड के विद्युतीकरण और दभोई, चांचोड और केवडिया स्टेशनों की नै इमारतों का उद्घाटन भी करेंगे।  गुजरात में रेल से जुडी इन परियोजनाओं के उद्घाटन के मौके पर गुजरात के मुख्यमंत्री विजय रुपाणी और रेल मंत्री पीयूष गोयल भी उपस्थित रहेंगे।...

  Kolkata couple designs Aadhaar Card-themed food menu for guests on wedding day The couple designed an Aadhaar Card-themed food menu for guests on their wedding day. Pictures of the menu card went viral. Kolkata couple designs Aadhaar Card-themed food menu. (Photo: Facebook) Gogol Saha and Subarna Das, a couple from Kolkata, got married earlier this week in an intimate affair but the headlining factor of their wedding was the menu card. To begin with, this might sound bizarre, or alternatively, unique as the couple designed an Aadhaar Card-themed food menu for guests. Pictures of the menu card were shared on Facebook and went viral instantly. The menu was designed in an Aadhaar Card format and the title reads, "Subarna Weds Gogol." Food items such as Peas Kachori, Stuffed Potato, Fish Fry, Mutton Kasha, Sandesh, Ice Cream and Pan, were listed on the card that was designed by Friends Caterers. The validity period was also mentioned that said, "This card is valid only for...

  What is an Agricultural Inspector? Agricultural inspectors are the first line of battle against toxic compounds used in the food industry and improper processing procedures that result in low food quality. They indirectly protect the interests of the consumer. Agricultural inspectors keep agricultural practices in check by making sure they follow state and federal regulations for food safety and public health. They inspect the amount of fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides used in plantations or farms and compare it with what is allowed by authorities. If a plantation, farm or processing plant is deemed unsafe for public health, agricultural inspectors can recommend the closing of the facility through a detailed report of their findings. This job requires flexibility, physical and mental endurance, and attention to detail. In this article: What is an Agricultural Inspector? What does an Agricultural Inspector do? What is the workplace of an Agricultural Inspector like? What doe...

  The World Of Chocolates                                                                         Hello everyone! Today,  Krudant is welcoming you. Well, do you all know that how does chocolate reach to our chocolate stores? Do you know how are the bitter cocoa beans transformed to sweet, delicious, mouthwatering and tempting chocolates? No, let me tell. Cocoa pods which are mostly found in the evergreen forests, are harvested manually in the forest itself. They are plucked, the best pods are kept & the bad ones are discarded. After that they are shipped to the factories for further processing. S tep 1) Plucking and opening Cocoa pods grow on trees and explode when ripe. They are as big as a football. When ripe, they turn orange from green. After plucking the pods are opened manually. Now a quest...

HI EVERYONE.... I AM BACK WITH A NEW FOODIE FRIDAY BLOG.. DO LIKE, COMMENT & SHARE WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS..SO LET'S START. 1} The traditional  khichdi  is made using moong dal, which is a rich source of protein and fibre and helps in keeping you fuller for longer. The basic  khichdi  is made using some rice, dal and mild spices. It is the perfect way of eating more proteins and balanced carbs to aid your  weight loss . 2} In Gujarat,  khichdi  is  eaten  with a bowl of kadhi, a yoghurt-based curry; whereas in West Bengal, many people enjoy it with an assorted platter of fried fish and vegetables, and even prepare it for Durga Puja. For me, a traditional  khichdi  devoid of any strong spices is comfort  food. 3}   Khichdi  is one of the  best  during cough , cold,  fever  or any illness. 4} If you add vegetables to it,  khichdi  is a great source of fiber, which helps with constipat...

To  make a good soup , you have to build flavours as you go. Vegetables like onion, garlic, celery and carrots — referred to as 'aromatics' — are part of most  soup  recipes for this very reason, sautéed in oil or butter as a first step of flavour-making.

First boil water ( amount so that all the part of Maggi is dipped inside the water) in a sauce pan. Dip the Maggi in water. Boil it for a minute or two. After that you find the water turns white. That is starch. ... Add the Maggi masala. Boil for another minute. It's ready to eat now.