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  • Safari Splash Fort Worth Zoo | Fun For The Whole Family

    Safari Splash Fort Worth Zoo | Fun For The Whole Family

    Hey everyone, I hope you guys are having a great week. Summer is almost coming to and end and the Texas heat doesn’t seem to stop so how do you plan to stay cool and have fun with the kids. Well if you stay in the DFW area or if you are visiting from a different state , don’t forget to head on over to Fort Worth Zoo. Fort Worth Zoo is a must visit if you are in the area not only because it was ranked in the top 5 Zoo is North America by USA today but because it has everything that you need to have fun. I ‘ll definitely do a whole blog post on the zoo but this one is dedicated to my experience at the Safari Splash.

    So what is Safari Splash? Well, Safari Splash is water fun for kids under the age of 12 and yes including toddlers and babies. Safari Splash is zero-depth water so you never have to worry about your kids drowning or anything unfortunate like that. They have slides , water fall  , water canons and separate toddler area. Chaise lounge chairs and other chairs are available but if it gets crowded you might not get a seat. Go early as possible so you can enjoy in peace but it does start to get crowded fast.

    Price:

    The price to enter is 5$ each Adults+Kids , Toddlers under 2 are free. You can’t purchase the Safari Splash tickets at the zoo entrance it has to be at the entrance of Safari Splash.

    Safety:

    No life guard is on duty because of zero depth. First aid is available , they do have workers keeping an eye on the area who make sure kids are sliding one by one and stuff like that but they do ask that you always keep your kids under supervision.

    Hours:

    Opens July 2nd till  October 28th (2018) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily

    Dress Code:

    Family appropriate dress code is required. Toddlers who aren’t potty trained should wear a swim diaper. Azlan isn’t potty trained yet so I had his swim diaper with me , you can also purchase it at the merchandise store on location.

    Cabana Rental:

    Since we went with family , we thought it would be nice to have a bit of privacy so we rented a small Cabana. They have three small cabanas and one big one. Small one is priced at 40$ and it accommodates 10 people. ( 15$ for each extra hour ) Small cabana comes with three chaise lounge chairs and 4 chairs with a table.

    For more safari splash rules click here .

    My Experience:

    We went with our family which included 5 adults , three kids under the age of 12 and my toddler Azlan under the age of 2. Azlan didn’t enjoy much because he didn’t like water being dumped on him, instead he kept trying to go and sit inside the slides where water was being held. So yeah of course you are not allowed to go in there because kids coming off the slides can hurt you. Staff was pretty friendly, I asked ’em if i could take Azlan on the slides since he is a toddler , they said its up to me a lot of parents do walk their kids up to the top. We tried that…Azlan went through with it but he was scared at the end and cried for a few seconds.lol The cabana was a really nice addition for us because we got to sit together as a family and enjoy snacks because its hard to find seats together on the “free” chairs. I did have some expectations of it being a lot more fun but I don’t think it met that expectation but i think its great for a little while even babies young as 6 months were enjoying. But I don’t think you would want to spend more then an hour or two here. But we did have a wonderful time and we would definitely go back next year. Don’t forget the photographs and video tour below.

     

    ” The face you make when you find out your momma ate all your chips lol “

    Video Tour

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  • Mint & Cilantro Chutney | Unbelievably Tasty Must Try |

    Mint & Cilantro Chutney | Unbelievably Tasty Must Try |

    Hello everyone and welcome back !  Here is the chutney recipe I used in my shawarma but this isn’t limited to shawarma you can serve it as a side with plenty of dishes such as pulao, biryani, fish etc

     

    WHAT YOU NEED

    • Tamarind Paste               1 Cup
    • Garlic                                 15 cloves
    • Cilantro                             2 Bunch (Fresh)
    • Mint                                   2 Bunch (Fresh)
    • Vinegar                              2 TBSP
    • Lemon Juice                    1 Tsp
    • Salt                                    per taste
    • Sugar                                2 TBSP
    • Cumin Seeds                   1 TBSP
    • Green Pepper                  4-5 (Serrano) If you use other kind , take a guess on quantity add more later if needed.

    Instructions

    1. Peel garlic cloves
    2. Wash everything well
    3. Add to the blender
    4. Serve and Enjoy.
    5. Use it with fish , pulao , biryani , shawarma or anything else you like it tastes great with everything,

    Watch the video below

     

     

    Thanks for reading you guys !

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  • Easy Chicken Shawarma | چکن شاورمہ | Quick & Tasty

    Easy Chicken Shawarma | چکن شاورمہ | Quick & Tasty

    Hello Everyone , Welcome back to my blog . Today I am sharing this yummy and delicious recipe of Chicken Shawarma… well this is the way I make mine and for me and my family it turns out great and we all love it. You can always adjust it the way you want to , I hope you enjoy and let me know how did you like it on youtube or comments below. Don’t forget to watch the video below. Enjoy !

    WHAT YOU NEED

    • Chicken                             1 lbs
    • Ginger/Garlic Paste       1 TBSP
    • Sunflower Oil                  3-4 TBSP
    • Plain Yogurt                    4 TBSP
    • Vinegar                             1 TSP
    • Spices
      • Red Pepper                         1 TSP or per taste
      • Himalayan Salt                   1 TSP or per taste
      • Mustard Powder                 1 TSP
      • Cumin Powder                    1/2 TSP
      • Cumin Seeds                        1 TSP
      • Barbecue Powder/Tikka Boti (Shan) –  1 TSP
    • For Salad
    • Tomatoes                        1 Chopped
    • Green Pepper                 2-3 Chopped
    • Onion                              1 Chopped
    • Cucumber                       1 Chopped
    • Iceberg Lettuce              Leaves Chopped

    Instructions

    1. Get a bowl
    2. Add Yogurt
    3. Add all the spices
    4. Add vinegar , ginger/garlic paste and lemon juice.
    5. Mix well.
    6. Cut chicken into small pieces
    7. Add chicken into the mixture
    8. Keep refrigerated for 30 or more minutes
    9. Take a pan
    10. Add oil
    11. Add chicken
    12. Fry on medium heat 10-15 min
    13. In between add some water to the left over spice mixture add it on top of the chicken and keep stirring.
    14. Cook until meat in light brownish and tender.
    15. Chop salad sprinkle lemon and black pepper lightly.
    16. Warm up tortilla
    17. Add your spread ( mayo , chutney or siracha mayo )
    18. Add chicken
    19. Add salad
    20. Wrap up the tortilla and enjoy with some house cut fries.

    VIDEO RECIPE

     

  • Kalay Chanay کالے چنے | No Pressure Cooker Required | Garbanzo/Chickpeas

    Kalay Chanay کالے چنے | No Pressure Cooker Required | Garbanzo/Chickpeas

    Hello Hello Everyone ! Hope everyone is having a good week , here is a yummy and nutritious recipe for you ! Black Garbanzo Beans /Chickpeas /Kalay Chanay have tremendous list of benefits. They are high in dietary fiber and low in fat, high in potassium and protein which makes them a great source of strength and energy for you.  A delicious recipe makes it easy to add it to your diet.

    Enjoy and don’t forget to like and subscribe to my channel on youtube.

    Watch the video below.

    WHAT YOU NEED

    • Onion                                1 large (sliced in big or small pieces doesn’t matter)
    • Ginger/Garlic Paste       1 TBSP
    • Chanay/Chickpeas         1 cup ( pre-soaked overnight 7-8 hours at least)
    • Water                                5 cups
    • Sunflower Oil                  1 cup
    • Tomatoes                         2-3 Sliced
    • Green Pepper                 5-6 Chopped
    • Cilantro                           For Garnish
    • Spices
      • Red Pepper                         1 TBSP or per taste
      • Himalayan Salt                   1-1/2 TBSP or per taste
      • Turmeric                              1 TSP
      • Cumin Powder                    1 TSP
      • Coriander Powder              1 TSP

    Instructions

    1. Add water to pot
    2. Add Chickpeas/Chanay
    3. Add Salt ( you may add a bit of red pepper and turmeric at this point or later)
    4. Add Onions
    5. Bring to boil
    6. Let it cook on medium heat for 50-60 min
    7. Check if chickpeas are soft
    8. If so , turn heat high and dry off rest of the water
    9. Once water is almost dried up..
    10. Add Oil
    11. Add all the spices at this point and check for salt as well ( add more if needed)
    12. Add tomatoes
    13. Add green peppers
    14. Stir until tomatoes dissolve
    15. Leave on medium heat to let tomatoes dissolve
    16. Once tomatoes have dissolved , and oil comes up
    17. Add water for gravy ( as much as you like your gravy )
    18. Garnish with Cilantro
    19. Enjoy with fresh rice or flat bread (roti) and salad.

    VIDEO RECIPE

    Thanks for reading you guys !

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  • Small Brown Lentils Recipe | NON-GMO | Vegetarian

    Small Brown Lentils Recipe | NON-GMO | Vegetarian

    Hello everyone and welcome back ! Today we are making yummy small brown lentils, these are really high in protein. In our south asian culture these lentils are usually served with fresh rice and salads. The key is to have best tasting lentils …The south asian stores usually have big size lentils available , there is definitely a difference in taste so be careful what and where you are buying from. Smaller lentils are the best , I bought mine from amazon. These are Non-GMO Project Verified , 100% Non-Irradiated, Certified Kosher and grown right here in the USA. I will post the direct link below if you are interested , I hope you enjoy this recipe and don’t forget to watch the video below.

    Buy the lentils here Palouse Brand USA Grown

    WHAT YOU NEED

    • Onion                                1 small (slices)
    • Garlic                                 5-6 cloves ( chopped )
    • Lentils                               1 cup
    • Water                                 6 cups
    • Sunflower Oil                   1/2 cup
    • Cilantro                             For Garnish
    • Spices
      • Red Pepper                         1/2 TSP or per taste
      • Himalayan Salt                   1-1/2 TBSP or per taste
      • Turmeric                              1/2 TSP
      • Crushed Red Pepper         1/2 TSP or per taste

    Instructions

    1. Add water to pot
    2. Bring to boil
    3. While you wait for water to boil –Add washed brown lentils to the water
    4. Add spices
    5. Once water boils , cover the pan on medium heat
    6. Let it cook for 30-40 min
    7.  Check occasionally and stir the lentils.
    8. After 30 min check lentils if soft means you are done.
    9. For gravy its up to you .. if you want less water and more softer lentils let it cook more until more water evaporates , If you think you wanted more gravy you may add hot water to create extra gravy.
    10.  Prepare Tadka
    11. Add oil in a pan
    12. Add garlic and onions
    13. Fry until golden brown.
    14. Add Tadka to lentils.
    15. Garnish with Cilantro
    16. Enjoy with fresh rice , chutney and salad.

    Thanks for reading you guys !

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