diff --git a/addons/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/controllers/main.py b/addons/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/controllers/main.py index 191a318..ce9b622 100644 --- a/addons/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/controllers/main.py +++ b/addons/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/controllers/main.py @@ -121,9 +121,14 @@ class BlogController(http.Controller): categories[cat] = categories.get(cat, 0) + 1 return request.render('dine360_theme_shivasakthi.blog_detail_layout', { + 'blog': blog_post, 'blog_title': blog_post.get('title'), 'blog_img': blog_post.get('image'), 'blog_date': blog_post.get('date'), + 'blog_day': blog_post.get('day'), + 'blog_month': blog_post.get('month'), + 'blog_author': blog_post.get('author', 'Shiva Sakthi Chef'), + 'blog_read_time': blog_post.get('read_time', '4 Min Read'), 'blog_category': blog_post.get('category'), 'blog_content': Markup(blog_post.get('content') or ''), 'recent_posts': recent_posts, diff --git a/addons/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/data/blogs.json b/addons/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/data/blogs.json index ee49b13..202a620 100644 --- a/addons/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/data/blogs.json +++ b/addons/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/data/blogs.json @@ -3,36 +3,42 @@ "id": 1, "title": "The Secrets of Crafting the Perfect Crispy Dosa", "slug": "secrets-perfect-crispy-dosa", - "image": "/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/static/src/img/assets/images/blog/blog_dosa_making.jpg", - "category": "Recipe", + "image": "/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/static/src/img/blog-detail-1.webp", + "category": "Recipe & Craft", "date": "May 15, 2026", "day": "15", "month": "May", - "excerpt": "Discover the culinary art behind Shiva Sakthi's signature dosas. Learn how our chefs achieve the perfect crispiness using age-old fermentation techniques and spices.", - "content": "

At Shiva Sakthi Restaurant, the dosa isn't just a dish; it's a craft perfected over decades. The secret to our golden, paper-thin crispy dosas lies in the fermentation process. Our chefs soak premium quality parboiled rice and urad dal, grinding them to a silky batter that is fermented for exactly 12 hours at a precise temperature.

Cooked on a heavy iron griddle seasoned with sesame oil, each dosa is hand-spread in quick circular motions. Whether you enjoy the classic Masala Dosa or our fiery Mysore Dosa, every bite delivers the authentic taste of South India.

" + "author": "Executive Chef Murugan", + "read_time": "5 Min Read", + "excerpt": "Discover the culinary art behind Shiva Sakthi's signature dosas. Learn how our chefs achieve the perfect crispiness using age-old fermentation techniques and authentic spices.", + "content": "

At Shiva Sakthi Restaurant, the dosa isn't merely a menu item; it is a master craft perfected across generations of culinary heritage. Golden, paper-thin, and intensely fragrant, every dosa served at our tables is a celebration of South Indian gastronomy.

The Science of 12-Hour Natural Fermentation

The secret behind our signature crispy dosa lies in the delicate fermentation process. Our kitchen selects only premium parboiled rice and whole dehusked urad dal (black gram), washed and soaked in pure water before being slow-ground in traditional wet stone grinders. The resulting batter is allowed to naturally ferment for exactly 12 hours under calibrated temperatures.

This natural fermentation is what yields that delightful slight tanginess, airy texture, and the iconic golden honeycomb crisp when it touches the hot tawa.

\"A true South Indian dosa is crisp on the outside, feather-light within, and paired with steaming sambar and freshly ground chutneys made fresh every single morning.\"

Seasoned Iron Griddles & The Swirl Technique

Unlike standard non-stick surfaces, Shiva Sakthi chefs exclusively cook on seasoned cast-iron griddles greased with cold-pressed sesame oil. In one seamless circular motion, the chef spreads the batter outwards from the center to create that immaculate wafer-thin consistency.

Served alongside four house-made chutneys (coconut, tomato-onion, mint-coriander, and gun powder podi) plus a piping hot bowl of drumstick sambar, it is a culinary journey you will remember.

" }, { "id": 2, "title": "Why Our Unlimited Thali is Mississauga's Favorite Lunch Choice", "slug": "unlimited-thali-mississauga-favorite", - "image": "/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/static/src/img/assets/images/blog/blog_thali_experience.jpg", - "category": "Dining", + "image": "/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/static/src/img/blog-detail-2.webp", + "category": "Dining Experience", "date": "June 1, 2026", "day": "01", "month": "Jun", - "excerpt": "A feast fit for royalty! Read about the journey of our Unlimited South Indian Thali, featuring a harmonious blend of curries, rasam, and fresh payasam.", - "content": "

For anyone craving a comprehensive South Indian feast, the Shiva Sakthi Unlimited Thali is the ultimate experience. Served on a traditional banana leaf, it offers a rotating menu of up to 10 authentic items, including Sambar, Rasam, Kara Kuzhambu, Poriyal, Kootu, and crunchy appalams, ending with a sweet, rich Payasam.

We believe in hospitality that makes you feel at home. That's why our thali is served with unlimited refills of rice and curries, cooked fresh every day with locally sourced ingredients and spices imported from South India.

" + "author": "Shiva Sakthi Culinary Team", + "read_time": "4 Min Read", + "excerpt": "A feast fit for royalty! Discover why our Unlimited South Indian Thali served on a traditional banana leaf is Mississauga's premier afternoon culinary destination.", + "content": "

For anyone craving a wholesome, authentic South Indian feast in the Greater Toronto Area, the Shiva Sakthi Unlimited Thali has quickly become a legendary lunchtime tradition. It is not just lunch — it is an unforgettable feast of colors, aromas, and heritage.

A Traditional Banana Leaf Symphony

In South Indian culture, dining on a fresh banana leaf represents respect, health, and togetherness. At Shiva Sakthi, every Unlimited Thali is arranged following traditional etiquette, placing sweet, spicy, sour, and savory delicacies in a harmonious sequence.

Our rotating lunch thali includes up to 10 distinct, freshly prepared dishes:

\"Unlimited refills of rice, piping curries, and rasam with warm South Indian hospitality — because no guest should ever leave Shiva Sakthi unsatisfied.\"

Cooked Fresh Daily with Pure Ingredients

We believe in wholesome cooking without artificial additives or colors. Every single curry is prepared from scratch every morning using locally sourced produce and spices imported directly from South India. Come hungry and enjoy the authentic taste of home in Mississauga!

" }, { "id": 3, "title": "A Guide to South Indian Spices and Their Health Benefits", "slug": "guide-south-indian-spices-benefits", - "image": "/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/static/src/img/assets/images/blog/blog_south_indian_spices.jpg", - "category": "Health", + "image": "/dine360_theme_shivasakthi/static/src/img/blog-detail-3.webp", + "category": "Health & Spices", "date": "June 7, 2026", "day": "07", "month": "Jun", - "excerpt": "Explore the medicinal and culinary secrets of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and asafoetida that give our dishes their rich flavor profile.", - "content": "

South Indian cuisine is celebrated not just for its rich aromas but also for its digestive and therapeutic benefits. Key spices such as turmeric, mustard seeds, fenugreek, and curry leaves are rich in antioxidants and aid digestion.

At Shiva Sakthi, we use these spices mindfully. Tempered in hot oil at the end of cooking (a process called *tadka*), they release essential oils that enhance the taste and wellness of our sambars, curries, and chutneys.

" + "author": "Chef Ramesh Kumar", + "read_time": "6 Min Read", + "excerpt": "Explore the medicinal and culinary secrets of mustard seeds, curry leaves, turmeric, and asafoetida that give our dishes their rich flavor profile and healing properties.", + "content": "

South Indian cuisine is renowned worldwide not only for its distinct, mouth-watering aromas but also for its profound Ayurvedic roots. Every spice used in our kitchen serves a dual purpose: elevating taste and nourishing the body.

The Power of Tadka (Spices Tempering)

In traditional South Indian culinary methods, spices are tempered in hot oil at the beginning or end of cooking — a process called Tadka or Thalippu. This gentle heat releases essential oils, unlocking both deep aromatics and bioavailability of antioxidants.

\"In ancient Indian tradition, food is medicine when prepared with mindful seasoning and pure intentions.\"

When you dine at Shiva Sakthi, you are savoring centuries of culinary wisdom designed to revitalize your body and delight your palate.

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