Since childhood, Ganapati has been a beloved deity for people of all ages! While there are numerous temples dedicated to Ganapati in Goa, the most famous among them is the Mahaganapati Temple in Khandola. Located on the road from Marcel Read more
Mugachi Usal is another traditional dish from Goan vegetarian cuisine. However, the moong beans used for this recipe must be sprouted. Sprouted moong beans are considered more important in Goan vegetarian meals compared to other legumes. Various dishes such as Read more
The Importance of Monsoon Vegetables in Goa While fish is a staple in the Goan diet, Goans also enjoy vegetarian food with equal enthusiasm. Be it traditional or seasonal, the variety of vegetarian dishes in Goan cuisine is quite extensive. Read more
Soyara’s! A Veg-Non-Veg Restaurant Near the Kadamba Bus Stand in Patto, Panaji. Soyara’s is the success story of a determined Maharashtrian woman. Having moved to Goa with her husband, this persistent woman was determined to make her mark. Fueled by Read more
Shantadurga, the Revered Goddess of All Goans Shantadurga is the revered goddess of all Goans, with temples dedicated to her in many villages across Goa. One of the most famous temples, which attracts millions of devotees, is the Shantadurga Kunkalikarin Read more
The Lakshmi Narasimha Temple is a sacred site in Goa that left me spellbound upon entering. The atmosphere is holy, serene, and blissful. Surrounded by nature, the temple complex is beautiful. The temple houses a somewhat fierce but equally captivating Read more
A Brief Visit Years Ago A few years ago, I had the opportunity to visit Keri for a day to attend a residential camp organized by Samskrita Bharati Goa. Our camp was held in a building owned by the Vijayadurga Read more
Kuldevi Mahalasa Narayani Mahalasa Narayani – my family deity. From both my maternal and marital side. Before marriage, the main reason for visiting Goa was to seek her blessings. Once that was done, we’d squeeze in a bit of sightseeing. Read more
