The Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Queensland in northeastern Australia, has the world’s largest coral reef. Over 600 types of hard and soft coral make their home there. The reef provides a perfect environment for countless other marineRead More →
Australian meat pies are often called Australia’s national dish. They are hand-sized meat pies containing diced or ground meat and gravy with an assortment of spices. These are served as a meal, but they are also considered a “take along”.Read More →
Clapping sticks are a traditional wooden percussion instrument that have 2 sticks that are tapped together to create a beat to accompany songs and ceremonies. Australian Aboriginal Clapping Sticks were traditionally made from the hard wood of the native eucalyptusRead More →
Because the Aborigines of Australia did not have a written language, they used pictures and icons to share ideas and tell stories. Each tribe had their own sacred rituals which they guarded, and they would draw with sticks in theRead More →
Thong Throwing is a traditional Australian game that can be enjoyed by all ages. Most Australia Day, January 26, celebrations include a rollicking Thong Throwing Competition. Although there are “official rules”, basically, you kick off your thongs (flip-flops), stand behindRead More →
Everyone has their own idea of comfort food. In Indian, khichuri seems to be a favorite comfort food, especially during the monsoon season. Although favorite khichuri recipes vary from family to family, they all have rice and moong dal (splitRead More →
Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights. It signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil. On Diwali night, diyas (lamps) are lit inside and outside of homes. A traditional diya is tear shaped. Oil was poured intoRead More →
Coconut Barfi (Nariyal Barfi) is a traditional Indian sweet treat frequently made for festive occasions. It is easy to make and requires just a few ingredients. Traditionally, it was made with coconut, sugar and milk, but spices and nuts canRead More →
Chauka Bara is a traditional Indian board game. The game has many different names depending on the region of India it is played, and although the rules remain basically the same, there can be slight variations. It is a basicRead More →
Mehndi is an Ancient Indian form of body art created by applying a design to the body using the dry, crushed leaves of the henna plant that has been mixed with oil. Unlike a tattoo, the dye is applied onRead More →
