It’s noodle time

Wish to experience the magic of authentic Chinese ambience and finger licking gourmet under one roof ? Go indulge in the culinary delight of Let’s Noodle 
 

Harini Swaminathan & Ishan Amity Instt. of Biotechnology

Noida Sector 18 market seems to be buzzing these days, all thanks to the latest food joint on the block- Let’s Noodle. A very elaborate and appealing exterior of this Chinese eatery invites you from a distance. The restaurant is spread over two floors. What is most notable about the place is the prominent ‘Chinese’ feel, which you can feel from the moment you step inside. You can feel China in every breath and every step.
The exceptional ambience is very conspicuous, which makes it simply very ‘Chinese’. The beautifully painted red walls accentuate the décor. Splendid Chinese paintings, adorning the red walls welcome you as you enter the first floor. The paintings are diverse and are certain to add more options to your list of appreciative words. You can also spot the trademark Chinese fans in diverse shapes and sizes, again emphatic in their announcement of beauty. The hanging lamps, however, are regular and ordinary considering the otherwise colossal splendour. The chandelier and ethical settings of the place distract you from the hackneyed cutlery.
The size of the eating joint is not as emphatic as appears from the exterior. The place could do with some subtle music. However, it definitely scores high on taste. For food lovers, Let’s Noodle is definitely a ticket to China. We had the honour of trying out some of the Cocinero Especial. Here’s a plate of savouries that the place offers.

Dumplings soup: The soup is a trademark of any Chinese food joint. It tickles the taste buds but does not gratify them completely. The hearty soup  served at the joint tastes nice as long as the dumplings last after which it fails to put on a show.
Rating  6.5
Salad Puk: A simple yet brilliant  recipe which earns the chef kudos. The salad is well ornate with vegetables in abundance, but needs a little more innovation to appease the Chinese food lover. A better combination of sauces would definitely serve the dish well.
Rating  7

Ko Thay: This is quite a show-stealer, when it comes to starters. The dumplings are well made, simple and they taste brilliant with a chutney (it’s more appealing than Hoisin sauce). A true delight, which leaves you asking for more. A must for everyone who thinks their street has the best momos.
Rating   9

Noodles Combo:This one is a true culinary delight. The noodles served with sweet & sour vegetables looks great and tastes even better. The veggies and variety of sauces compliment the noodles perfectly. The dish is authentic Chinese at its best. The combo makes your tongue dance and your soul smile.
Rating   8.5
Daar Saan: The Cantonese pastry -strips crisp fried and tossed in golden caramel is the perfect way for any ardent sweet lover to close the meal. The crunchy strips and the melting caramel make Daar Saan a lethal combination.
Rating  7

The next time, you are in the disposition to experiment and want to take a break  from the usual eat-outs, you now surely know where to head straight to. So, wait no more. Its time to dig in Zhōngguó!!! Kuàilè Noodling!

Amity-UNESCO

Media Literacy Project

  Part-VIII  

Dear kids,
You must have recently heard about the exploitation of Jarawa tribe in Andaman for tourism. Jarawas with a population of about 240 people, according to the 2001 census, have been living in the Andaman Islands for thousands of years. Hence, they create interest for tourists who want to see these primitive tribes which live differently from the modern day man. However, not all tribes are opposed to interacting with outsiders. A lot of them even merged with the modernized society.

Tribe Track
Tribals, also known as Adivasis in India  are known by several names as aborigines/aboriginals, indigenous people, ethnic groups, original inhabitants, etc all over the world. There are tribes that exist in many parts of the world that maintain their own cultural and political separations from nations like Pygmies, Red Indians and Amazon Indians in America, the Tasmanian aborigines in Australia, Celts in Europe, Guanches in Spain, Ainu in Japan, Kayapos in Brazil, Samis in Norway, hill tribes of South East Asia etc. Scheduled Tribes in India are tribes which have been recognized by the Constitution of the India through a national legislation as tribes of India. India has 645 such tribes across. Many are on the verge of extinction, partly because of being exposed to the modern society.

Protecting Tribes
Tribes all over the world have been provided protection and certain rights because they are a warehouse of knowledge, related to nature, forests, animal life, medicines etc. In 2007, the United Nations issued a Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People to protect the collective rights of their culture, identity, language, employment, health, education and natural resources and it also prohibits discrimination against them.
Most of them live close to nature and depend on it for their day to day life. Therefore, they are often in conflict with development.
Student Activity
Match the ten most well known Indian tribes with the most prominent states where they belong:

Tribes States
Jarawa Madhya Pradesh
Lepcha Meghalaya
Jaunsari Orissa
Kondh Uttarakhand
Bodo Himachal Pradesh
Khasi Assam
Gond Rajasthan
Gaddi Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Rabari Sikkim
Bhil Gujarat
© Shaguna Gahilote, s.gahilote@unesco.org

How to participate? We present the eighth part of ‘Heritage Series’, spread over ten parts. Cut out each part, complete the activity and design your own Heritage scrapbook. At the end of the series, submit your scrapbook to your school GT co-ordinator or post it at The Global Times, E-26,
Defence Colony, New Delhi- 110024. Entries can also be mailed to gtmail@theglobaltimes.in. All complete and correct entries shall receive a participation
certificate. One complete and best entry stands a chance to win the mega prize.