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Gongura leaves

Gongura leaves

Simplicity Coimbatore, Gongura on the menu </a If you are a South Indian or enjoy eating South Indian food then hearing the word ‘Gongura’ will set off the water works in the mouth for sure ! The distinctive look of that intensely dark gongura pickle and that unmistakable leafy texture is a favourite with most […]

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Amaranth leaves

Amaranth leaves

Simplicity Coimbatore ,amaranth leaves </a There’s one plant which grows like wildfire all around our home. It grows in corners pushing past sharp pebbles , against the wall near the bougainvillea climber and even in grow bags wherever there is space between the coriander or mint or basil ! This is probably a good reason […]

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Rain fed wild greens (kaatu keerai)

Rain fed wild greens (kaatu keerai)

Simplicity Coimbatore , Keera, keera , keera   Those of us who have been brought up in Coimbatore since infancy have grown up hearing the elders talk of waiting for the “summer showers” in April. This city with the perfect tropical climate comprising of just the right amount of warmth, breezy evenings and many water […]

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