#Diwali meals

[thetockablog]

Paneer Tikka Masala

Paneer Tikka Masala Ingredients50 g Tikka masala paste2 tbsp plain yoghurt400 g paneer cubes1 green bell pepper, diced4 tbsp Vegetable oil, for frying1 onion, finely chopped2 tsp ginger and garlic paste2 tbsp curry powder400 g Roma tomatoes, chopped2 tsp tomato purée1 cup double cream30g butterSalt, to tasteHandful coriander, choppedcooked basmati rice and naan bread to serve MethodCombine the…

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resounding success!!

[indiaflovours]

In the realm of breakfast delights, idli reigns supreme, a testament to the artistry of simplicity.

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Negotiation (Dazai x Reader)

Pushing the chubby Dazai agenda, he's so cute! Look at his little belly, im gonna cry it's so cute!! Missing him terribly.

In which we bribe him with affection and feed him

Read my other dazai oneshots here, here & here This has been in my draft for soo long, but I got a job and forgot about it. Happy late Diwali!

Bye now - Mars ♡

Out of everything you saw yourself doing this year, dating an overdramatic enigmatic manchild who whines like a baby was not one of them.

How did you get here? You started officially dating Dazai a few months ago, you two were exclusive. Before that you probably fooled around for a year, flirting here and there, and going on dates, random hook ups but somewhere along the way, you fell for each other. Hard.

It did have a trial and error period and you did have to set some firm boundaries, because as much as fooling around with him was fun, you craved the security of knowing this wasn’t some meaningless fling to him.

Fast forward to being exclusive with Dazai, he’s an amazing partner. His genius brain is quick to pick up on even the smallest changes and he reads you like an open book. He’s affectionate and he always finds money, granted never his own, to spend on you. He’s great in bed and he’s sweet with words. The list goes on. He’s almost perfect.

However, he’s not the best at opening up, he can talk your ear off without revealing a single thing about his mind. His heart. He also tends to neglect himself very much, at first you thought it was just temporary work stress but even when he’s away from work he does it.

At first you noticed how he only puts in efforts when you’re around, and the longer your relationship went on, the less effort he made. The biggest issue you have is how he so carelessly skips meals. It makes you angry but after some thoughts and rants to your cat, you’ve decided to bribe him.

You wanted to be subtle about it but honestly, he probably already picked up on it. You’re convinced he just allows you to do what you want.

You started off small and your plan was to gradually build him up to regular meals.

The first time you did it, it was as simple as feeding him a bite from your snack. A simple yogurt bowl with fruits and a “Mm, try this, it’s good” and stuffing his mouth with a spoonful of yogurt and berries.

That became a regular habit you did, giving him small bites of your snacks whether that be protein bars, cookies, chocolates. This then transferred into your meals, purposefully adding more to your plate so you can whine about not finishing it and offering the rest to him so he can.

That didn’t last long, he quickly caught on your little act and urge you to feed it to your cat instead.

Then the brilliant idea of bribing him with kisses and affection to eat came about. It started with an argument and then you two not speaking for two days. Angry as you were, you decided to deny him of your hugs and you two slept with you backs to each other, you slept at least. Dazai stayed up and drank his feelings. The second night he didn’t even come home, God knows where he were.

The third day you two resolved your little conflict and with some probing, sweet words, kissing and negotiation you got Dazai to eat at least one full meal a day.

You both agreed on that. Baby steps, one meal a day, it’s better than drinking alcohol and eating tinned crab almost every day.

Right now, you were both on the couch, you on his lap with his arms lazily slung around you. You had a small bowl of rice and stir-fried vegetables along with some eggs.

You held the chopsticks up to his lips and looks at him in his eyes, “Please” you looked down at his lips, “For me” you watched as he hesitantly opened his mouth and took the food and chewed and swallowed.

Placing a kiss on his forehead you praised him for his first bite.

Then you repeated that until the bowl of food was almost finished, feeding him, kissing him, praising him.

After he managed to finish, you placed the bowl down and caress his cheeks, “You did so good, m’proud” you mumbled and kisses him. Your hands cupped his face, lips brushing against his cheeks, the tip of his nose, the crease of his brows, his temple, his jawline. Just anywhere your lips found, you placed sweet kisses.

He smiled and you felt like you’d melt away and fall off the couch if it weren’t for his arms around you. “Thank you, Bella” He mumbles quietly, and you can’t help but capture his lips in another sweet kiss. You feel his hands squeeze your waist, pulling you closer to him as he desperately returns your kiss.

He pulls away from you, his brows furrowed, and he belched and it catches you off guard. Dazai looks at you, awaiting your reaction and when he saw your smile and heard a little giggle, it triggered his own smile.

“I really am proud of you, Osamu”

[apollos-olives]

Hi! If you don't mind sharing, what are your favourite palestinian meals? I can't find a single palestinian restaurant where I live sadly and google is no help but I thought having some dishes as a starting point might help me find some! Wishing you all the good things in life

hmmm i don't have a favorite but i recommend trying to make msakhan!! it's our national dish and very yummy. i like sfeeha and manakeesh, and kufta is always yummy. this is more jordanian but i ADORE mansaf, so i think you should try that. there is also maqloubeh that you can try too, since most palestinians would recommend that as well. waraq diwali (waraq al-3inab) and hummus and salata fellahiyeh are all yummy too.

but if you're trying to find more broader arabic food, try finding a nice shawarma or falafel place :)

hope this helps ❤️

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The work in this masterlist is not to be copied, reposted, translated or otherwise distributed. Please be mindful of the fact that most of these works are for mature audiences, so minors, please stay away! 18+

Hope these stories bring you as much warmth as they did while writing!

Eternal Love

Summary: You find a deep connection and support between all members of BTS through shared moments of laughter and unconditional love. You embark on a journey that surpasses traditional love and transcends individual connections, creating a harmonious bond with the whole group.  

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader

Moonlit Sanctuary

Summary: In a chase, you find a cottage in the midst of the woods. Barging in, you found seven men at your aid and you never expected things to turn out the way it did. But you were forever grateful for how it did.

Oneshot: Fluff, werewolf au, human reader, violence, abuse

Midnight Chimes - New Year's Special

Summary: As the New Year reaches, the boys gathered together to reminisce the past and grow for the future. The promises they make - the essence of their friendship and growth - will only continue.

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader

Language of the Heart

Summary: In the harsh moments of the world outside, you found peace and love with Kim Namjoon. Through your quiet moments and unspoken words, you find a bond that transcends beyond languages - spoken only by the language of the heart.

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader

Philosophy of Love

Summary: You find a profound connection in the presence of Kim Namjoon. Through shared moments of intellectual curiosity and mutual appreciation for the power of words, you embark on a journey of exploration and self-discovery, united together by the wanderlust of the minds. 

Oneshot: Fluff, Namjoon bookstore ownerxreader, a bit of suggestive theme but nothing like the devil’s tango😇

Under the Light of ARMY Bombs

Summary: Surprising your long-distance boyfriend as a singer has its perks. But when an unexpected double surprise came for ARMY’s in the stadium that day, it was the absolute highlight of the event. 

Oneshot: Pure tooth-rotting fluff, idol reader, idol Namjoon, established relationship au

Festive Feels - Diwali Special

Summary: Namjoon and you go out on the streets of Seoul to celebrate the Festival of Light together for the first time. And as the night sky is adorned with dazzling lights and vibrant colours, illuminated with thousands of oil lamps, you rediscover the meaning of love and your connections. 

Oneshot: Fluff, idol reader, idol Namjoon, established relationship au

Red Strings of Melodies

Summary: You find comfort and love in the presence and arms of Kim Seokjin. In the moments where laughter and meals take place, the blossoming romance evolves, echoing love’s melodies.

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader, soft smut

Pixelated Hearts

Summary: You embark on a journey that blends the magic of the virtual and real world. Through the warmth of companionship, the both of you forge a connection where your hearts beat in harmony. 

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader

Not-A-Goodbye

Summary: You knew this day would come but you were just hoping that you wouldn’t have to face it. You thought that you were ready. But as you stood at the military base, saying your goodbyes to your beloved, you didn’t want to let him go. 

Onehshot: Fluff, established relationship au

Tapestry of Notes

Summary: You found love and solace in the presence of Min Yoongi. Through shared moments of quiet intimacy and the language of music, you found a love that transcends words - creating a symphony of melodic emotions and a string of uncut notes.

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader, soft smut

Expressions of Culinary

Summary: Through shared moments in the kitchen, you delve deeper into your relationship with Yoongi. Yoongi, who uses the form of cooking as a way of self-expression, showered you with affection the moment you step home from a rough day at work. 

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader, established relationship, married au

Sharing the Moment

Summary: You and your son went to D-Day 3 to support Yoongi. Your son stole the show after appearing on stage and ARMY was absolutely… swooned. 

Oneshot: fluff, established relationship, parents au, married au

So What?

Summary: Running from a past that foreshadows him, Yoongi is adamant about ever turning back to his human counterpart form, in hopes that nobody would recognise him and take him away. You worked at a cafe with your best friend. As a more-than-normal day seemed to go by, you discovered something amidst your housing block. Perhaps - just perhaps, the nighttime is where the angels arrive. 

Series: Angst, Fluff, Hybrid, non-idol au, contains explicit language, abuse

Dance of Fate

Summary: You find joy and love in the presence of Jung Hoseok. Through the language of dance and the shared moments of laughter, the both of you discovered a connection that sets your hearts ablaze, creating a dance of emotions.

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader

Taking Care

Summary: Hoseok falls ill and you take on the role of a caregiver. Through the moments of vulnerability and tender care, you solidify the relationship between the both of you, reminding him that even the brightest souls need care and warmth. 

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader, established relationship, girlfriend reader, sick Hobi, Hobi being stubborn AF -

Learning Flights

Summary: Tour life can be difficult and even the strongest relationships can be broken down when one is overwhelmed. Your attempts to voice your concerns about Hobi’s well-being were quickly shot down by the man himself. 

Oneshot: Established relationship, angst, idol, BTS on world tour

Serendipitous Melodies

Summary: You find love and enchantment in the embrace of Park Jimin. Through shared moments of music and dreams, you blossomed into a beautiful and everlasting connection.

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader

Healing Souls

Summary: A picture of Jimin kissing a girl leaked onto the internet, making fans go crazy - and that didn’t mean you were immune to it either. You wanted to give Jimin a chance to explain, but the moment you saw him walk through the door, your frustration burst. Between moments of anger, reflection, and reconciliation, you learned exactly what it means to be in love. 

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader, established relationship, girlfriend reader, angst, mentions of suspected cheating.

Breaking Bonds

Summary: Stripped from your own birthright, you suffer at the hands of your people. But after all, you couldn’t blame them. Having enough, you left in the middle of the snowy days but things didn’t go as you planned. Jimin, pulled by an unspeakable force, ventures out into the blizzard to find a body face-first on the ground. Your love and connection are forbidden - looked down upon. But the both of you are willing to try. However, where there are dreams there are prices to pay. How will the both of you push through? Can the both of you do it?

Mini Series: Strangers to lovers, fantasy au, Jimin is the CROWN PRINCE (I mean-), angst, kidnapping, smut

Laughter of the Borealis

Summary: You found magic and love in the presence of Kim Taehyung. Through shared moments of spontaneous encounters, a vibrant connection blooms, painting your world with the colours of serendipity.

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader

Next Chapter

Summary: You missed two cycles. Not that it wasn’t common for you but you felt like it was much more than just that. So, keeping it a secret from Tae, you went to a doctor to solidify your doubts. And no doubt, it was happy news to bring back home. 

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader, established relationship, wifey reader, married couple au, a little bit of suggestive themes, pregnancy, mentions of infertility, trouble conceiving

Winter Wonderland - Christmas Special

Summary: This Christmas, Taehyung and you venture back to his hometown, Daegu. Celebrating it with the whole family this time, you hoped to give Taehyung the best Christmas experience in a while. But he had something more special planned. Amidst the soft glow of festive lights and cosy moments, held the core of the magic. 

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader, established relationship au

Mountain of Threads

Summary: You discover a powerful connection and love between you and Jeon Jungkook. Through shared moments of vulnerability and exploration, you embark on a journey that transcends boundaries - creating new stories and a forever-intertwined bond.

Oneshot: Fluff, Idolxreader

Slithered

Summary: Jungkook was wandering the streets in the middle of the night and coincidentally passed the little flower shop you work at. Due to your odd working hours, you don’t have much socialising on a daily basis much less customers. So just imagine your shock when a handsome man, clad in all black, entered your shop in the ungodly hours of the night. Never would you have thought that the polar opposite of the worlds would collide and cause such a trouble. 

Mini Series: Fluff, mafia au, soft reader, mild violence, mildly creepy JK, rape (for those who are sensitive on this, please do not read)

The Royal Calling  

Summary: In the midst of surviving, you find yourself in a sticky situation. Your connection with the King, Jeon Jungkook, had you afraid for your life. Certainly, he wouldn’t kill you… Right? But slowly, you figured out your place in the depths of the castle and you yearned to live. 

Oneshot: Fluff, non-idol au, werewolf au, royalty au, strangers to lovers (s2l), abuse, PTSD, death, a little bit of self-degradation

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𝕥𝕣𝕚𝕔𝕜 𝕠𝕣 𝕥𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥! - dad!eddie munson x mom!reader

complete masterlist | stranger things masterlist | eddie munson masterlist

words || 𝟚𝕜

series masterlist || week to all hallows' eve

summary || in which eddie, the reader, and their daughter celebrate halloween

a/n || oh my god? more? but this time, it's part of a multifandom series! ➵ part of my 'week to hallows' eve' halloween countdown. i was way too swamped to do kinktober/spooktober but i still wanted to something special for halloween. so, every day, new, halloween-themed content will be coming out about different characters i write about. check out the masterlist ^ ➵ this is set post-events of s4, like ~10 years after? eddie's a dad! but the idea of him being scary is (somewhat) still present. also robin and vickie are in this one! ➵ happy diwali to anyone who celebrates it! i hope you guys had a lovely meal, lovely activities and a lovely night! ➵ not yet proofread ➵ send me requests if you have ‘em. enjoy!

warnings || fluff, fluff, fluff! so fluffy

rosie had a stomach full of pumpkin pie, courtesy of her mother, and her hands full of accessories for her costume. her mother carried her headband in one hand, and her trick-or-treat basket in the other, watching fondly as her daughter pulled her pale yellow tights over her legs.

“you alright there? need some help?” she called, as rosie struggled with pulling on her dress.

“i’m fine - i’m fine!” she said the sentence once, and it came out muffled from under the bunched cloth, but, the second time, as she peeked her head out of the opening, it came out crystal clear. she took a moment to stifle a laugh at her daughter’s predicament, before setting her things down and tentatively tugging the rest of the dress over the young girl’s torso. when her arms finally popped out on the other side, she let out a sigh of relief, relenting and allowing her mother to smooth out the wrinkles of the lemon-yellow dress.

“can i come in?” the question was accompanied by a faint knock on the door of the room, and his voice was a bit muffled behind the wood.

“yeah, come on in, ed.” she mumbles it over her shoulder, moving on to twist the pretty, dark locks of her daughter’s hair between her fingers, pushing some of them away from her forehead as she pressed a soft kiss in their place. as her husband entered the room, she rose up, going to collect her things once again. she glanced up at eddie, but his eyes were fixated on rosie, a soft smile on his face in reaction to the absolutely adorable get-up she had on.

“hello, princess!” his voice was more animated - as it always was with rosie - and the young girl blushed and giggled at the moniker, “want me to do your hair?” he was already inching towards the thin hair ties and the hairbrush resting on her mother’s vanity, when rosie nodded vigorously meeting him halfway with the tools.

“alright: sweetie, ed,” she pointed at the both of them respectively, “behave while i’m gone. i’m gonna drop off some of that pie at robin's, ‘lright?” eddie nodded, and rosie babbled a goodbye as she headed to the kitchen.

the rest of the pie, which she had reserved for their neighbors and very good friends robin buckley and vickie mahan - the town’s resident roommates, had a significant chunk missing, indicating that eddie had helped himself while she was busy. when she lifted up the tin, she saw a small note, confirming just that fact.

‘sorry, babe, couldn’t help myself…i’ll make it up to you sometime!’

‘‘make it up to our neighbors, ed.’’ she muttered to herself, smiling at her husband’s childish antics. that was the thing she thinks that she loves most about him - his boyish charm, his innocent gestures, his sweet, childish habits. his habit of getting far too engrossed in a show with rosie, or him rambling about the lord of the rings, something she had - though - realized was much more to him that a book he read as a kid.

hell, he named their daughter after one of the characters - of course it meant so much more to him.

he loved halloween. she did too, but he adored it. the cheap costumes, the cheap candy, the cheap scares. it was all thrilling. and now, with their 8 year old daughter, he had someone experiencing it with him through his own eyes - those eyes of childish wonder, who saw adventure and intrigue in everything.

she rung the doorbell for the neighbors. robin answered almost immediately, dressed in zombie attire, no doubt to spook the kids who would be rolling in during the next few hours.

“hey, rob! i wanted to give your guys this - you mentioned you like pumpkin pie?”

“pie?” at that, she heard the sound of vickie from behind robin, red paint gushing from make-up fangs at the corners of her mouth.

she was ushered in quickly by the homey couple, and she placed the tin down on their dinner table. there wasn’t too much decoration - not nearly as much as her own house, but she enjoyed the touch of the skull garland hung on top of the window. robin had always had something for morbidity and, as much as it clashed with vickie’s colorful theme, they seemed to make it fit perfectly.

“sorry there isn’t that much, eddie got his hands in it while i wasn’t looking.” they looked at each other, smiling at their neighbor’s antics.

“how’s rosie doing?” vickie mentioned, as robin looked around for plates.

“oh, she’s just fine. getting her hair done with dad.” robin placed three plates in front of them.

“she dressing up?” she nodded, remembering her daughter’s outfit and smiling.

“yup! belle, from beauty and -”

“- the beast! oh, i’m sure she’ll look so cute! please bring her around!”

“oh, of course, you guys are the first ones we’re hitting.”

“right, right. when’re you guys gonna go around?” she glanced down at her watch at the question, and her eyes widened.

“oh - oh, shit, we’ve gotta get going in a few minutes. i’ve gotta - i’ll see you guys in a bit!” vickie nodded, helping her out of the door, before she rushed back to her house.

when she got back to her own house, eddie was not-so-secretly sharing a mars bar with rosie.

“ed! those are for our trick or treaters!” eddie, having been caught red-handed, redirected the bite of chocolate going into his mouth, to instead go into his wife’s mouth and, after a moment of pursing her lips in fake annoyance, she allowed him to drop the sweet treat onto her tongue, “alright, you get a pass.” she said, through a chocolaty mumble. suddenly, she felt a light tug on her pant leg. she looked down at rosie, seeing her hair perfectly done-up, the tiara balancing precariously on her head.

“can we go trick-or-treating, mommy?” she looked so excited, with her small hand wrapped around the handle of her pumpkin-shaped candy bucket, that her mom immediately reached down to grab her fingers in her own.

“of course, sweetie. c’mon, let’s get going.” rosie let her mom guide her towards the exit, and she let her dad slip her white, royal gloves over her hands. they were part of the outfit, but they also worked to keep the young girl warm in the october evening. they all stepped out onto the porch, and eddie locked the door behind them.

many other young children and their parents littered the streets; it was tradition. from 5 to 7, all the younger kids would trick-or-treat, before letting the rest of the older kids come around after 7. it worked perfectly, allowing the parents of toddler and children tend to their own, before tending to the neighborhoods’.

they made a beeline for the buckley & mahan residence, finding both women waiting in excitement for the arrival of their first trick-or-treater.

as the door swung open, rosie exclaimed the phrase with gusto: confident even in her small voice.

“oh, you look so pretty, hon!” robin was quick to gush about her outfit, while vickie fished for some candy for the young girl. her mother looked in shock at the sheer amount, but knew that the friendly neighbors had a tendency to play favorites when it came to the adorable rosie. soon, they were waved off, and the went to hit the next house.

rosie’s basket was being carried by her mother, and her father had the young girl in his arms. too caught up in the excitement, she’d fallen asleep after begging her father to pick her up due to her aching legs. her soft breaths let out the faintest puffs of clouded air in the cold - now - night. she’d gotten many a compliment for her dress, and her mom had noticed her father blushing profusely whenever someone complimented the style of her hair.

her mom fumbled with the keys to enter the house. eddie was quick to climb up the steps to rosie’s room, settling her in for the night, and pressing a kiss to her forehead before switching off her light and closing the door.

he was quiet in coming down the stairs, but he also knew rosie was a heavy sleeper - not waking up to anything except her mother’s signature sunday pancakes.

his wife was in the crux between the porch and the entrance, fixing the last of the few decoration right outside the house. she had hung a large sign ensuring that the kids would only be knocking, knowing a doorbell would likely wake her daughter up. as she closed the door, beginning the wait, she yelped in shock at the feeling of hands around her waist.

she felt the mane of his hair before she felt his nose, nuzzling into the soft skin of her neck.

“eddie!” it’s supposed to be exasperated - but can she help that it isn’t? “we’ve gotta set up…”

“i know, baby, i know. lemme just - just for a minute, ‘kay?” she sighs softly, obliging and sinking into his hold.

“her hair was gorgeous.” she complimented quietly, not wanting to break the air of the moment

“i know.” was his blunt response, the joke in his tone obvious even in his whisper.

“eddie…” he laughed, moving his hands up to her shoulders and pulling her further into him to place a chaste kiss onto her lips.

“thank you, babe.” he corrects, taking her hand in his as he led her back into the kitchen, getting the droves of candy that they had bought and helping her place it on the accessible table beside the entrance, “i’m gonna go set up, wait here?” she nods, and watches as he slips out of the door.

see, every halloween, eddie made sure to give their first guest a proper scare. last year, for example, it was by disguising as one of their yard decorations and popping out while they walked up to the porch. this year, though, with his wife as his accomplice, he planned to pop out from above them, peeking out from the roof above the porch and jumping at them like a bat. the roof was quite flat, and the light of the porch didn’t exactly hit it, keeping his position hidden until his reveal.

the kids of hawkins knew of this tradition, and it had become a game, trying to be first in order to experience one of munson’s infamous scares. and, so far, he had always delivered: the kids of the town looking over their shoulders his next move, but still finding a pleasant, momentarily heart-wrenching, surprise awaiting them.

as much as it was now a household tradition, she had also realized that it must be somewhat cathartic to eddie: his terrifying reputation had always preceded him but, now that he was older, the town was wiser and the people he loved were with him, he found a way to turn such a horrifying concept into one he could enjoy. people were still ‘scared’ of him, but they weren’t scared of him: not his progressive views, or his odd hobbies, or his innate eddie-ness. no, he was no longer the butt of jokes or a rumor amongst christian radicals. he was just him, and he found that people could love just that.

she was stirred from her thoughts by the sound of the first knock, and she went to the door, trying to suppress her excited smile, and opened it to the beaming faces of several middle-schoolers. they had dressed in the typical garb of a monster fest: frankenstein, a mummy, a vampire and a shockingly well-done zombie. that one had a particular smugness to her face, as if she’d heard the rumors and she was absolutely sure she wasn’t about to get scared.

“hey, guys! oh, your costumes look fantastic!” while she is being completely genuine, appreciating the attention to detail, but it was also a ploy to give eddie an extra moment or two to prepare. in unison, the kids began:

“trick, or -”

“- or treat!” from behind them, eddie stuck his head down, his torso hanging off the roof and remaining in place by the fixed nature of his legs on the roof. his interruption causes them all to whip around and scream, his pale face almost ghastly in the light of the porch, and the smudged eyeshadow around his eyes causing a skull-like effect. he stuck his tongue out, widening his eyes, and they all stumbled in horror, the zombie grasping at her for support. she offered it, taking in the girl’s freaked-out appearance.

eddie, with shocking skill, jumped down gracefully, his hands in the air in a mock-terrifying way, giving the kids a chance to take a breath, looking at each other and laughing.

“oh my god!”

“that was crazy.”

“you should have seen the look on your face!” their babble came to a slight halt as she called for them all to grab some candy. after a moment, eddie joined her, and gave zombie-girl a playful wink at her ecstatic face at the experience. she’d had a bet running with her friends that she wouldn’t get scared but, honestly, she wasn’t even that bothered about having to give her friends some extra candy.

the kids waved polite goodbyes, their jabbering carrying back to the door as they left, and eddie leans back against the door as he closed it.

“they loved it.” she mumbled to him, fond smile on her face. he’s a little out of breath: sticking your head upside down’ll do that to ya.

“they loved it.” he mumbled back, and she laughed, wrapping her arms around his neck, “happy halloween, babe.” he presses a kiss to her nose, and she scrunches it at the ticklish sensation.

“happy halloween, ed.”

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DIWALI SWEETS PACK 2022 A PACK OF TWO CUSTOM DESSERTS

Diwali is the festival of lights, it lasts for several days. During this festival, one thing among many that’s done is to make or share sweets. While there are many others that are shared, Rose Barfi and Mohanthal are the two I made this year.

Enjoy!

ROSE BARFI

Rose barfi is a milk based confection, similar to fudge, ghee is heated up and then milk and then milk powder is slowly added rose flavoured syrup or gulab sharbat is then added to the mixture (in this recipe I imagine the syrup was made from scratch with rose flavouring and sugar). Once ready the mixture is cooled so that it can harden and then cut into pieces.

It has all three meal sizes (8 servings, 4 servings and single serving)

Optional icemunmun pistachio, ghee and rose tea and cardamom and SCCO any milk (can be cooked without)

Vegetarian-Safe

MOHANTHAL

Mohanthal is a Gujarati treat made with besan (gram/chickpea flour), ghee, milk, sugar, cardamom and sometimes saffron. The combination of these create a grainy fudge like confection with a sweet cardamom taste.

It has two sizes (8 servings, single serving)

Vegetarian-Safe.

FOR BOTH

It has all three meal sizes (8 servings, 4 servings and single serving)

Optional icemunmun ghee, chickpea, brown sugar, and cardamom, SCCO any milk (can be cooked without)

Vegetarian-Safe

DOWNOAD (PATREON + SFS + MTS (coming soon))

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Solarpunk Aesthetic Week Final Day: Worldbuilding Thoughts Three!!!

Because my silly little brain is hyperactive as heck.

"It takes a village to raise a child"? That's true now. The kids in the commune don't need to have dictated caregivers, they just chill with who they want. Houses welcome to children can be marked with a special symbol- Every adult who feels comfortable with kids is in a special groupchat (or the like) for the collective parents to chat about how their kids are all doing. Those adults who don't want to be kid-raisers don't join the group chat and don't mark their house, and kids are taught to not to bother them.

We all pitch in to help with the commune, but also to cover each other on days we can't work for whatever reason! Is it shabbat? Is your mom sick? Are your migraines bad today? Are you feeling burnt out? Do you just not want to? Then you don't have to work to do anything. Of course, a whole lot of manual labor (such as milling wheat and other grains into flour) would be automated with robots! The ickiest worst jobs aren't for anyone.

Lights! Lights on Hanukkah, on Diwali, on Christmas. Window-shutters close automatically on houses past sunset so inhabitants can have their lights on without polluting and confusing animal life. Floating lanterns, a soft glow on a gentle face, kids laughing with fireflies cupped in their hands, a dazzling array of stars blinking quietly down on the Earth..

Allergies, intolerances, and food sensitivities are all respected and taken careful note of, and restaurants offer a diverse array of options including vegan meals and allergy-friendly kosher and halal menus!

Kids are considered kids until their brain is fully developed, but are given agency as soon as they can articulate and move themselves. Kids aren't allowed to leave the commune without supervision, though, but inside the commune it's totally alright cuz eyes on the street.

High-tech hormone readers on cameras with AI trained to detect signs of distress and assault, and begin blaring a loud alarm, could be placed wherever. I'm not one for surveillance states, but if we have fire alarms, we could have alarms for other things too, right?

Communal service dogs! Someone had a seizure, a stroke? BARK BARK BARK BAKRBABRKABABRK

In the cities, perhaps a commune is considered your 15-minute sphere? They're divided and governed as such, but cities can also have higher levels of division if necessary.

Food factories! Greenhouses the size of commercial warehouses, giant aquaponics facilities, all kept by robots and an automatic delivery service to restaurants or homes or wherever need be.

That concludes this set of thoughts, and this Solarpunk Aesthetic Week! Woohoo! I hope everyone had a wonderful time <3

[gerardpilled]

question for the public. i got invited to a Diwali potluck party this week. should i attempt to make food that falls in line with common Diwali meals or do you think i should make stuff i would make for any other kind of party

[thetockablog]

Paneer Butter Masala

Paneer Butter Masala Ingredients1 tbsp ghee1 bay leaf1 cinnamon stick4 cloves1 tbsp ginger and garlic paste2 large onions, thinly sliced8 large tomatoes, pureed15 cashews, raw1/2 cup water1/2 teaspoon red chili powder3 tsp Kashmiri chili powder1/2 tsp turmeric powder1 tsp garam masala2 teaspoon sugar, adjust according to your taste1 tbsp tomato pasteSalt or to taste1/2 cup pouring cream500 grams…

[olivers-cocoapuffs]

I have this head canon that Desi Harry doesn’t know anything about his culture cause his parents are dead and obviously Petunia and Vernon aren’t gonna teach him anything but then he gets to Hogwarts and meets the Patil twins.

-The Twins’ mum sends them home made food sometimes and they share it with Harry

-The three of them get Diwali off so they spend it in the Patil household (they start in first year and do it for years after they graduate)

-Harry is taught how to make traditional meals by Mrs Patil

-Padma and Parvati have an older sister who tells them stories

-They act like siblings (make fun of each other, hang out, are super protective)

-They hang out at Hogwarts too. They sit on the grounds gossiping, doing schoolwork.

-They do mehndi on each other to practice

This doesn’t even scratch the surface of the list of head canons I have for them in my notes app 🫠

[gauravsinha]

Diwali Celebration and Its Impact on Emotional Intelligence

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India and around the world. Beyond its cultural and religious significance, Diwali holds the power to influence emotional intelligence positively. This article explores the various aspects of Diwali celebrations and how they contribute to enhancing emotional intelligence.

Cultural Unity and Social Bonding: Diwali brings people from diverse backgrounds together, fostering a sense of cultural unity. The act of celebrating with family, friends, and even neighbors promotes social bonding. Such connections play a crucial role in the development of emotional intelligence, as individuals learn to understand and empathize with others.

Joy and Positivity: The festival is synonymous with joy and positivity. The exchange of gifts, decorating homes, and lighting lamps create an atmosphere filled with happiness. These experiences contribute to emotional well-being, enhancing one's ability to manage emotions and approach life with a positive outlook.

Gratitude and Generosity: Diwali emphasizes gratitude and generosity. The practice of giving and receiving gifts, sharing meals, and contributing to charitable causes during this time promotes a sense of empathy and compassion. Engaging in such acts fosters emotional intelligence by nurturing an understanding of the needs and emotions of others.

Reflection and Self-awareness: Diwali is a time for self-reflection and introspection. Individuals often use this occasion to assess the past year, set goals, and express gratitude for accomplishments. This introspective aspect of the festival contributes to increased self-awareness, a key component of emotional intelligence.

Coping with Change: The festival signifies the triumph of light over darkness, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. This symbolism encourages individuals to face challenges and changes in their lives with resilience and optimism. Developing the ability to cope with change is a fundamental aspect of emotional intelligence.

Family Bonds and Emotional Support: Diwali is a family-oriented celebration where families come together to share moments of joy, perform traditional rituals, and create lasting memories. These family bonds provide a strong emotional support system, nurturing emotional intelligence by fostering a sense of belonging and security.

Mindfulness and Rituals: The rituals associated with Diwali, such as lighting lamps, performing prayers, and participating in cultural activities, promote mindfulness. Engaging in these rituals encourages individuals to be present in the moment, enhancing their emotional awareness and mindfulness, crucial elements of emotional intelligence.

In conclusion, Diwali is not just a festival of lights; it is a celebration that significantly contributes to the development of emotional intelligence. Through cultural unity, positivity, gratitude, self-awareness, resilience, family bonds, and mindfulness, Diwali creates an environment that nurtures emotional well-being. As individuals immerse themselves in the festivities, they unknowingly embark on a journey towards enhanced emotional intelligence, making Diwali not only a cultural celebration but also a powerful catalyst for personal growth.

[indiaflovours]

Indian Foods

"Dosa is a culinary marvel, where the simplicity of ingredients transforms into a symphony of taste that delights the senses."

[panda-malfoy-93]

Drarry Headcanons: Draco celebrating Diwali with Harry (pt. 2)

They have been together for two years now and it's Diwali, one of their favourite festivals but sadly Harry was busy with an ongoing auror mission so they decided to just light some Diyas and get Indian takeaway.

Draco of course had other plans. While Harry was working late nights and hurrying out of their home early morning gave Draco plenty of opportunities to well... scheme (cue the evil laughter)

AND EVERYTHING WAS PERFECTLY PLANNED!

So when Harry came home on Diwali evening, it was to a quiet home decorated with lights which made him stare in awe for a while before the cold wind made him shiver and he hurried to open the door.

The inside of the home, unlike the outside was dark with a path lit by Diyas. Harry checked the room for any hostile aura and then with a hand on his holster followed the path.

It led them to their bedroom where a Sherwani set was kept. A small smile took over as he understood what was going on. He quickly changed into them and cast a refreshing charm when suddenly another path was lit by Diyas.

He followed them out to their balcony, beautiful decorated by Diyas, fairy lights and marigold garlands. And in the middle sat their table, from where the most mouthwatering smell was coming and his most favourite person in the world.

His grin growing bigger, Harry swiftly crossed the room as Draco got up with a smug smile and a sparkle in his eyes, brighter than the fireworks.

He captured those soft pink lips in a heated kiss and before things got more heated Draco pushed his hand against Harry's chest. And that's when Harry noticed it.

Draco's hand, honestly the most lovely hands he has ever seen, was adorned by the most intricate henna art and they just looked beautiful. He slowly lifted those hands and placed a kiss on them and they both shared a familiar heated look between them. (Draco knew Harry loved his hands. And last year when Teddy had adorned Draco's hand with silly flower henna design, Draco often caught Harry staring at them and... well he knew Harry would love them and definitely was a hundred percent sure later as well ;) )

They both enjoyed the meal prepared by Draco, who was now a master of Indian cooking after training months with Harry.

After finishing dinner, when some Kaju Katli and Ladoos appeared Harry heard a familiar sound and looked up. IT WAS A FIREWORKS SHOW! One of the other, different colours, different patterns, and he stared in silent awe.

After that a lot of things happened and the end results were pretty nice. Maybe it wasn't traditional to the T but they had years to come where they can make rangolis together or cook up some nimki - but this is what Harry needed this time, a hope of light during the grim times and, since this is what Diwali all about Draco was more that happy to do it for his love.

[apollos-olives]

What are some of your favorite things about Palestine & Palestinian culture?

ayyy so i made another post about how much i love the mountains, but i also love our olives. i am NOT fighting the stereotypical palestinian olive lover allegations. i know a lot of people don't like olives but that's just bc they don't do it right i think. my grandmother ages the olives, adding lemon and salt and other sorts of "spices" and whatnot into an olive jar to mix with the olive oil and then keeps the olives sitting there in the juices and oil for many months. after aging them for a very long time, she takes them out and they end up becoming all soft and the olives would have soaked up a ton of the oil and juices and so when you bite into it it's soft and the oil floods your mouth and it's DELICIOUS 😩😩😩😩 that one saying that's like "palestinians drink more olive oil than water" is TRUE !!! olives are very special to us and we love them so very much.

i think palestinians really like our food sour. i don't know if this applies to all palis but in my family specifically, we LOVEEE sour foods. not the gross type of sour, but the sour that's like really enjoyable and fun and flavorable. we love making our waraq diwali (grape leaves) extra sour when we eat them, we like our laban (sort of like plain yogurt in a way) on the sour side, we have many different types of sour pickled foods and vegetables that you can buy from anywhere downtown from a store on the street, and my grandma and i eat straight up lemons whenever we have a meal. a lot of palestinian dishes have summaq in them, and that's a slightly sour sort of spice we always use.

another thing i love about palestine are our castles! castles, palaces, mansions, whatever you wanna call them. i've seen many around the city of ramallah, and they are GORGEOUS. i don't know if people actually live in them long term but they're a very pretty sight to see on the road. they're kept very clean and good looking so i bet people regularly attend to them. i think most people who own castles only come to live there when they're on vacation to palestine, but many of the castle owners don't permanently reside in the country. still a cool sight to see though!

i hope this was somewhat interesting to you lol