Eid-Special- Delicious recipes to try out this Eid

Eid special

Eid al-Fitr “festival of breaking of the fast” is an important religious holiday celebrated worldwide that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. It’s the time when relatives and friends get together and enjoy sumptuous feast. Sweets and desserts make for an important part of the feast and often take centre stage on this auspicious day. On this occasion, FunFoods by Dr. Oetker recommends tasty desserts which are mouth-watering, easy to make, and would allow you to enjoy the festival as well with your loved ones.

Delicious #recipes for Eid

Strawberry and Dates Roll Recipe by Chef Ranveer Brar, Creative Kitchen, Dr. Oetker FunFoods

Strawberry and Dates Roll- Eid special

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

10-12 nos. Dates, seedless

75 g (5 tbsp) Dr. Oetker FunFoods Strawberry Dessert Topping

50 g Almonds, chopped

50 g Cashewnuts, chopped

5-6 nos. Marie Biscuits, crushed

50 g (3 tbsp) Desiccated Coconut Powder

Directions:

  1. In a blender jar, add dates and 2 tbsp strawberry dessert topping. Blend for 20-30 seconds or until you get a coarse paste.
  2. Take out above mixture in a bowl and add nuts. Mix well, make small round balls and shape them into cigars or cylinders.
  3. In a bowl mix together biscuits and 2 tbsp coconut powder.
  4. Dip above rolls in remaining strawberry dessert topping and finally put them in biscuit mix to get good coating all over.
  5. Put remaining coconut powder on top of rolls and serve cold.

Level: Beginner

Preparation time: 15 Minutes

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Shahi Lucknowi Seviyaan Recipe by Chef Ranveer Brar, Creative Kitchen, Dr. Oetker FunFoods

Shahi Lucknowi Seviyaan- Eid Special

Servings: 2

Ingredients:

500 ml Full Cream Milk

50 g Almonds, chopped

50 g Cashewnuts, chopped

60 g Roasted Vermicelli

1 tbsp Condensed Milk

1 tbsp Sugar

50 g (3 tbsp) Dr. Oetker FunFoods Milk Shake Mix Kesar Pista

½ tsp Kewra Water

1 tbsp Pistachio, chopped

Directions:

  1. Heat saucepan (low flame) add milk, almonds, cashew nuts and vermicelli. Let it cook for 5 minutes or until milk starts to boil.
  2. Add condensed milk, sugar and milk shake mix. Cook for 5 minutes or until Milk shake mix is dissolved completely and mixture is thick in consistency.
  3. Pour kewra water and mix well. Garnish with pistachio and serve.

Level: Beginner

Preparation Time: 5 Minutes

Cooking Time: 10 Minutes

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Mayo Phirni Recipe by Chef Ranveer Brar, Creative Kitchen, Dr. Oetker FunFoods

Mayo Phirni, Eid Special

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 Litre, Full Cream Milk

90 g (6 tbsp) Rice Flour

140 g Sugar

1 tsp Green cardamom Powder

8-10 nos. Cashewnuts, chopped

5 nos. Almonds, chopped

60 g (4 tbsp) Dr. Oetker FunFoods Veg Mayonnaise

Directions:

  • Heat milk in a pan (medium flame) until it comes to boil and then simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add rice flour, sugar, cardamom powder and cashew nuts. Stir continuously to prevent lumps.
  • Continue stirring on low flame for 6-7 minutes or until it begins to thicken. Finally take it out from flame and let it cool down.
  • Add mayonnaise to above mixture and mix well.
  • Pour the mixture into serving bowls. Refrigerate it for 2 hours, garnish it with almonds and serve.

Level: Intermediate

Preparation Time: 5 Minutes

Cooking Time: 25 Minutes

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Gulab Kheer Recipe by Chef Ranveer Brar, Creative Kitchen, Dr. Oetker FunFoods

Gulab Kheer- Eid special recipes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 Litre, Full Cream Milk

100 g Rice, washed and soaked for 30 minutes

100 g Sugar

1 tsp Green cardamom Powder

8-10 nos. Cashewnuts, chopped

60 g (4 tbsp) Dr. Oetker FunFoods Milk Shake Mix Rose

5 nos. Almonds, chopped

Directions:

  • Bring milk to boil in a large saucepan.
  • Add rice, sugar, cardamom powder, cashew nuts and rose milk shake mix. Simmer over low heat until the mixture thickens and the rice is cooked completely.
  • Pour the mixture into serving bowls. Refrigerate it for 2 hours, garnish it with almonds and serve.

Level: Beginner

Preparation Time: 5 Minutes

Cooking Time: 25 Minutes

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Top 5 Places To Eat Street Food in Malaysia

Street food in Malaysia

Malaysia is one of the top countries in the ASEAN community because of its natural beauty and great cultural preservation. Malaysians are also generally hospitable and welcoming to tourists which is why people from around the world love to travel in Malaysia. While there are so many great and attractive tourist spots in the said country, many people can’t deny the fact that the main reason why they travel to Malaysia is because of the local cuisine. Not to mention the great-tasting seafood that many people will surely enjoy.

If you love street food then you are on the right page.

Here are the top five places to eat #street food in #Malaysia

  • Kuala Lumpur
Street food in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, is probably the biggest place where you can find and taste local cuisine. With over 1.6 million population and also millions and millions of visitors, the city really needs to step up its game to give the people what they want a.k.a food!

You may like to read The 9 Most Appetizing Malaysian Foods: Have You Tried Them?

Street food is very common in Kuala Lumpur. If you want recommendations, here are the best ones to try: Assam Laksa, Rojak, Roti, Apom Balik, and Batu Maung Satay!

  • Johor Baru
Street food in Malaysia

Johor Baru is a place that sits in the southern part of the Malaysian peninsula. It is also one of the most frequented places in Malaysia. Tourists love to roam around here because they get to experience what it’s like to really be a local in Malaysia and they also love the following street food that you may try: Nasi Lemak, Koay Chiap, Chee Cheong Fun, and many more.

  • Kuching
Street food in Kuching, Malaysia

This is a town in Borneo part of Malaysia. Kuching is a very picturesque place to stay at. While this place may seem foreign to a lot of tourists, there is still so much great street food that this place offers. If you ever happen to visit Kuching, you should try the following: Mooncake, Soup Base and Kolomee, Keuh Chap, Tomato Kway Teow, and Mui Beef Noodles.

  • Ipoh
Street food Ipoh, Malaysia

Ipoh is also not that frequented by people because most of them are really exploring Kuala Lumpur but Ipoh is also a good place to visit because of the beauty that it has to offer. Ipoh is also the third largest city in Malaysia so it is definitely a must-visit. There are also so many food places where you can try burgers and pizza and authentic Asian food. If you want to try their street food, take note of the following: Satay, Yong Tau Fu, Wat Tan Hor, Blanched Baby Octopus, Pak Kong Chicken Rice, and many more.

  • Kuantan
Street food Malaysia midtown

Kuantan is the last from the list but it also has a lot to offer. Kuantan is located near the South China Sea so it is very close to the ocean. Visiting Kuantan is like visiting a wonderful deserted island so for those who want to experience reggae vibes, Kuantan is the place to be! The following list of street food is definitely worth trying: Roast Duck Noodles, 3-color Pan Mee, Curry Mee, and Curry Laksa.


Malaysia is really filled with places that showcase different kinds of street food that are very well-made. You should definitely head to one of the places stated above and try their local cuisine!


Mark Aldrin R. Hipolito is a daytime writer for Brooklyn Depot, one of Australia’s best food places that offers burgers and brew. Mark also writes about the best food places in Australia and some parts of the world in order to attract the foodies to devour great food.

5 Things You Should Know Before Visiting Malaysia

5 Things You Should Know Before Visiting Malaysia

Malaysia is a country that is part of the ASEAN community. It is one of the most populated countries in Asia with over 30 million people from all around the globe. Yes, foreigners also paved their way to the said country to live and work there. Travelers from all around the world are very much curious and very much eager to know about what they should expect when they visit Malaysia.

If you wanna know more about Malaysia, here are the five things you should know before you set foot in the mesmerizing country:


  1. Tickets Are Fairly Cheap
Airline ticket, Malaysia

Wherever you may be coming from, the ticket to the beautiful country of Malaysia is relatively cheap and it is a great deal for travelers who wants to have a glimpse of the said country. Malaysia is considered one of the tops countries in Asia and while it has that status, you can still score cheap tickets especially if you are in a budget. Unlike other countries, Malaysia has one of the cheapest airline tickets that you can buy for you and your family. Like what they always say, travelling doesn’t have to be luxurious. One should just find ways to travel cheap!

  1.  Taxi Fares Can Be Pricey
cabs in Malaysia
(photo source: google)

While the airfares are cheap, taxi fares aren’t. Most of the time, taxi drivers use this opportunity to increase their fares when foreigners are riding their transportation. Since most foreigners do not know anything about the fares of a certain country, they would just say a big amount just so they could easily get money from foreigners. If you want a cheaper option, ride the bus!

  1. Street Food Are The Best

Street food parties are rampant in Malaysia and they have some of the most best-tasting street food in asia. One of the most famous street food place in Malaysia is in Jalan street. There you will find different stalls that sells amazing dishes. Some of the best food you should try are the following: Assam Laksa, Rojak, Roti Canai, Chendul, Apom Balik, Batu Maung Satay, Koay Chiap, Chee Cheong Fun, Teh Tarik and many more.

The 9 Most Appetizing Malaysian Foods: Have You Tried Them?

  1. Rich Cultural Heritage
Cultural heritage in Malaysia
Image source- Emaze

Malaysia has a very rich culture that they have preserved for over a thousand years already. Malaysians wants their culture and places to be respected that is why rude and unruly tourists are not tolerated in their beloved home. Malaysia is governed by muslim Malays and they still live up to their traditions up to this day.

  1. English Is Widely Spoken

Often times, foreigners have this notion that Asians are not that great in speaking in English that is why they are sceptic about visiting any asian country as no one may understand what they’re saying. Over the past years, Asians have become more trained in the english language that almost every race are able to speak it. So yes, visiting Malaysia won’t be a bummer to all of you as the english language is widely spoken in this beautiful and rich country.

Malaysia is the kind of country that you would want to visit all over again after your first. With the list stated above, you will surely be more inspired to travel there!


Author bio:

Mark Aldrin Hipolito is a writer for Kims, one of Australia’s perfect beach retreat places that offers a cluster of deluxe timber bungalows and spa villas on the beach. Mark also gives out guides and tips for people regarding on how the can enjoy their vacation and trips around the world.

5 Things You Should Know Before Visiting Malaysia

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World Music Day / International Music Day

International Music Day

If you are a music lover, then you might not want to miss this out…

June 21 has been designated as world music day, a day the world celebrates the magical gift of music. It’s origins lie in France when, in 1976, American musician Joel Cohen, proposed an all-night music celebration to mark the beginning of the summer solstice and since then, it has become a worldwide phenomenon having their own celebrations in their own way, regardless of the season.

Since its creation by the French Ministry of Culture and Communication in 1982, the “Fête de la Musique” became the largest international live music event in the world and now gathers 450 cities in more than 120 countries.

Celebrated every 21st of June, the World Music Day is a grand and popular affair, free and open to all musicians, whether amateur or professional. It brings ‘live’ music ‘alive’ in all its diversity and its myriad genres. It aims at bringing universal entertainment to the young and not so young, to penetrate every strata of society …

This year, Alliance Française de Bombay along with Natural Streets for Performing Arts (NSPA), Furtados School of Music and Blue Frog brings you three days of music. There are workshops, screenings, performances and concerts happening from 18th to 21st of June.

Keep calm and listen to music

| CONCERTS | Free entrance for all events before 8.30pm.

  • . Ram Trio, Anusha & Rachel | 18th, 7pm – 9pm @ Blue FROG

From New Age Sufi folk music to Jazz, this performance will bring ‘live’ music ‘alive’ !

More info

  • . FSM Rock Band & Students | 19th, 7pm – 9pm @ Blue FROG – POSTPONED

The Teachers and Students come together to put up a rocking performance.

More info

  • . Kevin Sissoko, Nikhil Nair, Rebecca Philips and Rahul Iyer | 20th, 4pm – 5pm @ Alliance Française de Bombay

Singers and artists from National Street for Performing Arts have set up a beautiful indie pop set !

More info

| WORKSHOPS |

. “VOCALS” by Furtados School of Music, 20th, 1.30pm – 3.30pm @ Alliance Française Auditorium

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. “GUITAR for amateurs” by Furtados School of Music, 20th, 6pm – 9pm @ Furtados School of Music ( FSM), Bandra (W)

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Free Participation | Registration required: communication.mumbai@afindia.org

| KARAOKE CONTEST for students of the AFB | 18th, 3pm – 5.30pm @ Alliance Française Auditorium

Sing along with your favorite French song and win courses and books !

Free Participation | Registration required: communication.mumbai@afindia.org

More info

For more details check here

Around the world

If you wish to participate, Make Music Day invites musicians, rappers and instrumentalists of all kinds.

Express your Artistic Talent for International Music Day

How to Make Music on June 21

If your hometown is already a Make Music city, you’re in luck! Click on your city’s website to register.

If your city isn’t on board yet, create your own Make Music event where you live! Download the toolkit for tips and ideas, then click to register to be included in the national listings.

Or join one of over 200 special projects around the country where you can just bring your instrument – or yourself – and join in! Visit the “Mass Appeal” section for details (new events are added daily).

If you are interested in organizing a large-scale Make Music celebration in your city, please email aaron@makemusicday.org.

You may check out their schedule here

Lose Yourself in the Sound International Music Day