Author: Hoihnu Hauzel (coutesy: http://www.downtoearth.org.in/content/flower-delicacies-northeast) Posted on: 18 May, 2012 Batter fried or simply fried, edible flowers make great side dishes I have vivid memories of my late grandmother plucking papaya flowers off the trees in her sprawling garden. She would often gather a handful from each tree; once her little bowl was full, she would rush into the kitchen and fry them in little oil, adding a pinch of salt for taste. After she passed away, I saw my mother do the same for years. On some occasions, these…

Embark on a voyage of discovery in the northeast and explore many lesser known destinations in the region, says Hoihnu HauzelIt’s the gateway to the verdant northeast but have you wondered what lies beyond the mighty River Brahmaputra that flows through Assam? There’s a whole new world waiting to be discovered and it’s dotted with offbeat places that have hitherto been low in priority in travel itineraries. But now, discerning tourists, looking for that ‘something different’, are hot-footing it to them.Here’s what you can expect: countless natural hot springs, mountains…