Strawberry & Banana smoothie

                                                             The best way to make the kids eat fruits especially banana is to make it in to a smoothie.I make this smoothie quite often for the kids because they make a lot of fuss eating fruits.It is quite filling and very nutritious and of course very colourful because of the strawberries!!!It is a real after School-drink for instant energy!!!!You can top it up with a scoop of ice cream if you are at home.

Chikoo Milkshake

                                                                    Chikoo Milkshake is my husbands most favorite.He always says it is very popular in this juice shop in bombay called 'Satguru's' and he used to enjoy having it.He used to take us to the same shop when we visit Bombay.It is a very easy recipe and most of us would have had it a lot of times!!!!
We are trying out different types of milkshakes and juices to beat the heat this summer and one such attempt is the chikoo milkshake.it is really yumm!!!

Masala Chaas

                                                                   Spicy Buttermilk is made in different ways in different parts of India.In south India especially in Tamilnadu we churn it with some chillies,curry leaves,coriander leaves,asafoetida and salt.It is made slightly different way in North India with black salt,cumin powder etc.I have tasted this in Rajdhani restaurant along with the meal.Being summer i thought let me try it at home today.It is a real welcome drink for the summer!!!!!!!!!

Ginger Juice/Ingi sorasam

                   After all the sweets and savouries for diwali now i think it is time to have some digestive which will get our system back to normal.Yes  Ginger juice or "Ingi sorasam"as my mother used to call it is more a digestive than a juice.It is very popular in Thanjavur district.

My mom used to make it every month and we used to have it in a empty stomach..It is  a cure for  indigestion too.I love ginger and lemon.Those who love ginger will definitely like it. 

Mango Lemonade

                                                                Mango season is coming to an end and before that i wanted to try out a mango recipe.I always felt mango milkshake is very heavy and kiils your appetitie so i thought i would try something that is light and chose to try this mango lemonade recipe.i still wonder how mango and lemon would go to gether because both of them are sour but it still tastes good....

Jal Jeera

                                                              Jal Jeera needs no introduction it is truly a north indian summer drink with a lots of goodness in it.It is served as an appetizer and as a welcome drink in a lot of restaurants.I have tasted in a lot of restaurants but didn't like it so much in  but when i made it at home just loved it!!!!The ginger,cumin powder and black salt are good digestives that kindles your hunger truly appetizing!!!!!Enjoy making it at home and have it with your friends and guests!!!!

Nutella Banana Milkshake

Today being world nutella day i thought i will make some nutella recipe and enjoy as well as post it.Nutella always goes well with bananas so i amde this milkshake with these two ingredients.I am sure all the kids would love it and best way to make them eat their bananas isn"t????

Spanish Gazpacho

                                                                    I saw this new recipe in Food Food Channel i found it very intersting and yummy.You can call it a cold soup or a summer drink.It is very popular in the South of Spain.The original Gazpachos are made mainly with tomatoes,peppers,onions,garlic,cucumbers and few other vegetables pureed with vinegar,pepper,salt and chilled,but now there are lot of variations!!when i saw this recipe i liked it because you cannot feel the raw smell of the vegetables and the grapes makes it tasty and naturally sweet.

ABC Juice/Detox Juice

                                                       
                                                                 I am sure by now everyone has heard about ABC juice or the miracle juice.As the alphabet suggests apples,beetroots and carrots are pureed in to a juice.It has the goodness of two vegeies and one fruit so it becomes enriched with all sorts of vitamins and minerals.
There are enormous benefits of drinking this juice i have mentioned a few below.I have started drinking this juice and hope you will also try and enjoy the enormous health benefits!!!!

• It helps in loosing weight and improves immune system.
• It helps in the treatment and prevention of cancer.
• It protects the heart(protect you from heart attack) and lungs.
• It helps in maitaining organs like liver,pancreasand the kidneys.
• It helps to get a flawless skin.
• It helps in proper digestion and prevents ulcers in the stomac.
• It sharpens memory and improves brain function.
• Acts as a cure for menstural pain and cramps.
• It helps in keeping bad cholestrol and blood pressure under control.
• It sharpens vision and cures throat infections too.
• It helps in detoxification and purification of the blood.
• It helps in treating Anaemia and improves production of red blood cells.

Sweet Lassi/Sweet Cardamom Lassi

Lassi is a cooling and refreshing drink for the summer.There are two types of Lassi - sweet and salt.Most of us prefer the sweet one like me, i am sure.It is very soothing in this summer.Lassi is a very popular drink in Punjab and north India where it is served in a tall glass with a scoop of makan or butter on top.

However now a days we cannot eat so much butter and drink such thick lassis, so i have written a moderately thick and tasty lassi with cardamom flvour in it.You can even add rose essence to it.I always prefer sweet lassi with rose or cardamom flavour in it.

Kiwi Fruit Juice

Kiwi is a perfect fruit for those living in the tropics.Being rich in vitamin c,it helps boost your immunity too. Kiwi juice is very light and refreshing and is the perfect choice to beat the summer heat!Though we are not a big fan of kiwi we wanted to try eating it in different forms.First i tried them in fruit salad and now i tried making the juice.

Oreo Milkshake

                                                              Summer has not even started fully and I am already making all those summer drinks for the kids.Oreo milkshake is their favourite one and it is quite easy to make one.You throw a dollop of vanilla ice cream or any other flavour and add some crunchy broken pieces of biscuits in that and it tastes heavely.

Masala Sprite/Masala Soda/Shikanji Recipe

                                                                               Shikanji is a popular  Indian Lemonade sold in the streets of  North India and Pakistan..It is so popular in the streets of Delhi that you get Shikanji masala in packets.During summer, you can see a lot of Shikanji stalls in the streets.Sometimes crushed ginger is added to the drink.It is usually made with water.I have tried it with soda or sprite which tastes even more better.It is a perfect party drink in the summer!!!!!

Banana Milkshake

                                                                There is no better or  tastier way to make the kids eat Bananas.Especially when it is really ripe, no one will touch it in my house. I will just chop and put them in a mixer and make a tasty milkshake with a dollop of ice cream in it and a few decorations on top and even before you realize, the bananas are over. A healthy and effective start to the day !

Pink Guava Juice

                                                                           It is Guava Season now and you get both Pink and white Guavas in plenty.Pink Guavas are very aromatic.It can be eaten as a whole fruit or made in to juice,jams and jellies.Guavas are low in calories and fats but contain several vital vitamins,minerals and antioxidant polyphenollic and flavonoid compounds that play a pivotal role in prevention of cancers,anti aging,immune boosters.So what are you waiting for just juice up some Guavas every day and boost up your immunity this season.......

Pomegranate Juice/Matulampazha Juice

It is a prolonged summer in the month of June and July in Chennai.I thought let me post some juice recipes. Pomegranate juice is the most healthiest juice i have known.My hemoglobin is low so i am trying all possible ways to improve it.One such attempt is the pomegranate juice.

I would like to mention few health benefits of Pomegranate fruit and juice so that it reaches the readers.

• It Lowers the amount of bad cholesterol and protects your heart against blockage.
• It maintains your blood sugar levels at the requisite amounts.
• It helps in maintaining blood pressure.
• It protects you from cancer and particularly skin cancer.
• It soothes the stomach  used in treatment of diarrhoea and dysentery.
• It boosts your immunity levels as do most fresh fruits and vegetables. 
• It prevents Anaemia and is a great way to control it, as well.
• It improves Digestion and should be part of your staple diet.
• It helps in cartilage Regeneration.
• It is very good for Prenatal Care and hence a must for Pregnant women.
• It suits all types of skin and contains various anti aging properties.
• It helps in the healing of scars and diminishing the scar.
• It improves the texture of your skin.

Nellikkai Juice/Amla Juice/Gooseberry Juice

                                                                 Nellikka or Amla or Gooseberry is the most healthiest berries found.Most of us do not give importance to this berry and its benefits.First of all it is an excellent source of vitamin C.The benefits of drinking the juice daily are......
 Drinking fresh fruit juice daily helps to cure increased body heat,burning sensation of body,gastritis and digestive problems.
Drinking amla juice daily with food is an excellent liver tonic.It controls blood pressure.
It Increases the hemoglobin percentage in the blood.
It is an excellent blood purifier and increases the beauty of the body.
Checks unwanted graying and falling of hair.
It is very effective on diabetic patients.and its benefits are endless.....Try making this juice and drink and enjoy its benefits.

Strawberry Lemonade

                                                           I have not heard or tried this juice before until recently in a friends place and it was really fancy to me.I thought let me try it believe me it is yummy,especially for those who love strawberry.I have only had milkshakes,ice creams and smoothies with strawberries this one is a little unusual.I thought let me post it today on valentines day!!!Happy valentines day to all of you!!!

Papaya Orange Juice

                                                                 I discovered this juice recently in a another blog.As it was mentioned Papaya is not a favourite fruit for many and me too.This juice is a great way of eating papaya without having to eat it like a papaya.It tastes so good that i was wanting to have one more glass!!!!
I think it is a real great drink to have for breakfast!!!!

Orange and Pineapple Juice

                                       I tried this sweet and sour taste juice from this lovely combination of Orange and Pineapple  freshly blended with a dash of ginger. 
We all know most of the benefits of fresh fruits.Pineapple has many minerals and vitamins that are essential for optimum helath.
Oranges have been long valued for their wholesome nutritious and antioxidant properties.Oranges are so rich in vitamin C and many proven health benefits.
You also try this juice and drink healthy and enjoy!