On the road right in front of the main entrance of the Mahalasa Narayani Temple in Mardol, to the right as you exit the temple, stands Hotel Mahalasa. A small hotel, yet the crowd it attracts speaks volumes about the Read more
Navratri is celebrated in various unique ways across different regions of India. While the Durga Puja in West Bengal and Garba in Gujarat are widely known, have you ever wondered how Navratri is celebrated in Goa? Goa’s Navratri is distinct Read more
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
Traditional Goan Patolyo Recipe Certain dishes have traditionally become associated with particular festivals. These food-and-festival combinations vary from region to region because every region has its own special traditional dishes. Goa too has several unique traditional recipes, and some of 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 Among the many sacred temples in Goa, the Shantadurga Kunkalikarin Temple at Fatorpa holds a special place in the hearts of devotees. Revered as one of the most powerful and awakened deities in 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
