Thali (meal)

Kanya Poojan Thali During Navratri

Kanya Poojan Thali during Navratri

During the sacred festival of Navratri, Kanya Poojan; the ritual of worshipping young girls as forms of Goddess Durga is  deeply cherished tradition in our home. To honour and serve the nine forms of Devi symbolised by the nine girls, I prepare a special “Kanya Poojan Thali” filled with devotion and sattvik (pure) flavours, completely […]

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Janmashtami Bhog Prasad Thali

Janmashtami Bhog Prasad Thali

For this year’s Janmashtami Bhog Thali, I prepared a traditional delicacies, each with its own devotional significance. The thali featured Sabudana Kheer, a light and soothing dessert made with tapioca pearls simmered in milk. I also offered Panchamrit, the sacred mixture made with milk, curd, honey, sugar and ghee, to make it even more nourishing

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Phalahari Thali 11 (Amarnth Paratha, Avacado-sago/Tapioca Pearl drink)

Phalahari Thali 11 (Amarnth Paratha, Avacado-sago/Tapioca Pearl drink)

A Phalahari Thali is a special meal (that has some dietary restrictions) observed during Hindu fasting periods like Navratri or Ekadashi. “Phalahari” refers to a diet where only fruits, vegetables, nuts, and certain grains are consumed, avoiding grains like rice and wheat as well as common salt. This “Phalahari Thali 11” is not only prepared

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