In the coastal regions of Goa and Konkan, a sour fruit known as Ambade (Hog Plums) is found. In Goan cuisine, various dishes are prepared using this tangy fruit. You can often spot Ambade trees in the courtyards or backyards Read more
In the Konkani language, flattened rice is called fov and ros means coconut milk or extract. Hence, this delicacy made by soaking fov in coconut milk is popularly known as Rosatle Fov. In Goa, pohe (flattened rice) hold special importance Read more
In Goa, pohe (beaten rice) hold a special significance during Diwali. In fact, for Goans, Diwali is synonymous with pohe — it’s a simple yet deeply rooted tradition! Among the many pohe-based delicacies prepared during this festival, “Dudhatle Fov” (doodh Read more
A New Discovery of Goan Traditions When I moved to Goa after marriage, I began to truly discover the land for the first time. Its many traditions, temples, and festivals were all new experiences. Among these, the Sangod festival left Read more
Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh – the holy trinity of Hinduism. However, among them, Brahma, the creator, has the fewest temples across India — so rare that they can be counted on one hand. The most well-known of these is located Read more
Kamleshwar Temple: hidden amidst lush green nature Goa is truly a land of temples. Thousands of small and grand temples are scattered across its landscape. Recently, I came to know of a temple hidden deep within nature, and from that Read more
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 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 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 Read more
