Celebrating 8 Years of Blogging: A Journey of Passion and Consistency

Celebrating 8 years of my blog.

It’s hard to believe, but today marks 8 years since I first started my blog! Looking back, it hasn’t always been easy. Consistency can be a challenge, but what’s kept me going is the passion I have for sharing my travel and food experiences with all of you. From discovering hidden gems in far-flung corners of the world to tasting local delicacies, my blog has been a space where I can truly express my love for exploration and cuisine.

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A Special Insight for Fellow Instagrammers & PRs
One thing I’ve noticed lately is a bit of confusion around the term “blogging.” Many people refer to Instagram posts as blogging, but here’s the truth: Posting pictures on Instagram is not the same as blogging.

A blog is typically a website that features regularly updated content, often in the form of blog posts. These posts provide in-depth experiences, insights and stories. Blogs are written pieces that allow for deeper exploration of topics, something that goes beyond the brief nature of social media posts.

Why This Matters:

For those just starting out or looking to collaborate, it’s essential to understand the distinction:

  • Bloggers are individuals who create long-form, detailed content on their own websites.
  • Instagrammers (or social media influencers) share snapshots, stories, and visuals primarily on social platforms.

So, let’s clear this up—don’t call Instagrammers bloggers. They may create great content, but it’s a different medium entirely. And for us bloggers, let’s continue pushing for rich, authentic storytelling that offers value and insight beyond a quick snapshot.

A Big Thank You! 🙏

To all the readers, fellow bloggers and PRs who’ve supported me over the years, Thank you! Here’s to many more years of sharing, exploring and growing together. 🌍🍴

#BlogAnniversary #ExploreWithTripti 🌎

Healthy Food to eat this Christmas 2023

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Christmas Eve

Christmas, a major festival commemorating the birth of Jesus, is celebrated across the globe. Among grand cheers and bubbly beats, Christmas Eve is celebrated on 24th December, a day before Christmas day. It is a conspicuous day with significant anticipation of Christmas Day.

The sounds of Christmas carols, smell of bakes, laughter of family gathering, illumination of decorated Christmas trees, hanging mistletoes and ringing of bells bring out the feeling of festivity this time of the year.

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Free yourself this Christmas from guilty food

  • Turkey could be swapped with roasted beef or ham. Oven-roasted turkey contains 135 calories per ounce whereas roasted beef contains 76 calories per ounce and roasted ham contains 30 calories per ounce.
  • 1 cup of homemade mashed potatoes, prepared with butter and whole milk, contains about 240 calories. This can be replaced with roasted sweet potatoes containing only 29 calories. If you roast them twice, it becomes crispy on the outside and super-creamy on the inside that melts in the mouth.
  • Instead of serving a bowl of stir-fried vegetable, opt for boiled ones. A colorful bowl of steam mixed vegetable is not just brimming with vitamins and minerals, it is reduced to just 45 calories whereas stir fried vegetables are at a whopping 200 calories per bowl.
  • Christmas doesn’t feel like Christmas if the meal doesn’t end with a Christmas cake. Healthify your sugarless Christmas cake with loads of dates, prunes, cranberries, raisins, currants and somea dried apricots and blueberries. These fruits substitute the craving for sugar. Add omega-3 rich walnuts to impart a delicious crunch in every bite.

So, it’s Merry Christmas! Bon Appetit.

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Source: Ms. Sheela Seharwat, Dietitian. She is one of the youngest successful entrepreneur of India, and founder and head mentor of Diet Clinic Health Care Pvt. Ltd. 

North Indian Food from Masala Story by Punjabi By Nature

Since I was craving for some North Indian food, I ordered some delectable dishes from The Masala Story by Punjabi By Nature. Delivery was on time and items were packed and sealed properly in boxes. All the items were labeled.

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Had their Non-Vegetarian Celebration Combo. For starters, I had Chicken Kastoori Kebab and Paneer Tikka. For the main course, Paneer Makhani, Chef’s Special Mutton Curry, Yellow Dal Tadka and Murgh Hyderabadi Biryani. Had the main course with Garlic Naan, Butter Naan and Pudina Prantha. Ended this fabulous meal on a sweet note with Gur Ki Kheer, Phirni and Shahi Tukda.

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Absolutely loved the whole combo especially Chicken Kastoori Kebab which was succulent, Chef’s Special Mutton Curry was thick and luscious curry and Gur Ki Kheer just melted in mouth. These are a must try!!

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Quality of food is commendable and quantity was great as well. Highly recommend Masala Story’s Celebration boxes, these are perfect for this festive season. This combo is sufficient for 3-4 people.

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