A flavourful Goan monsoon delight Goa’s monsoon season brings with it a variety of unique and seasonal vegetables. One such green is Akur, a tender wild shoot that grows along riversides during the rains. These delicate, slender sprouts are reddish-green in colour and resemble asparagus in appearance. When cooked with Read more
In Goa’s Konkani language, drumstick leaves subji is popularly called Maskachi Bhaji. This nutritious dish made from drumstick leaves is a common part of Goan monsoon meals. During the rainy season, these leaves are available in abundance, and Goans make it a point to include this dish in their diet Read more
A Return to Verna: A Visit After Six Years A recent wedding gave me the perfect reason to revisit the Shri Mahalasa Temple in Verna after nearly five or six years. The temple and its surroundings looked even more beautiful than I remembered. A notable addition since my last visit Read more
Every year, as the first monsoon showers transform Goa into a lush green paradise, one festival brings villages, rivers, music, and communities to life like no other—the vibrant Sao Joao Festival of Goa. Celebrated on June 24, this unique monsoon festival is dedicated to Saint John the Baptist and is Read more
Though Goans are known for their love of fish, vegetarian dishes have a distinct and cherished place in Goan culinary tradition. Let’s explore the variety and richness of traditional vegetarian cuisine of Goa. A Rich Variety of Traditional Dishes When we talk about Goan vegetarian dishes, several names immediately come Read more
When the Day Begins on a Low Note Some days begin with a strange gloom that only deepens as the day progresses. Events unfold in a way that only adds to the melancholy. Somehow, the day passes, but as evening approaches, the restlessness grows. In such moments, my mind turns Read more
“Ansache Sasav” – is a sweet and tangy Pineapple gravy. Sasav is a traditional Goan dish known for its unique blend of flavours. A key ingredient that defines this dish is mustard seeds, called sasava in Konkani – which is where the dish gets its name. While the version made Read more
Bimalacho Ros is a spicy and tangy curry made from the Bimbal fruit. Prepared with a coconut-based masala, this traditional dish is known for its distinctive and rich flavour. Bimal is a tangy fruit found in the coastal regions of South India. Also known as Bimbal or Bilimbi, it is commonly Read more
After exploring Sindhudurg Fort in Malvan the previous day, we decided to visit a few more places. The most exciting among them was Rock Garden! So, around 10 in the morning, we checked out of the hotel and set off. Jai Ganesh Temple, Medha After admiring the vast sea and Read more
A Long-Awaited Trip to Malvan I had been wanting to visit Malvan for a long time, mainly for two reasons—the iconic Sindhudurg Fort and the chance to indulge in authentic Malvani cuisine. The Journey Begins: Vengurla to Malvan We left Vengurla and set off toward Malvan via the Chipi Bridge Read more