Types of Christmas Goan sweet prepared during Christmas
Christmas in Goa is a time of joy, celebration, and, most importantly, delicious Goan sweet. Here are some of the most popular Goan Christmas sweets that make the festive season extra special: 1. Dodol Dodol is a traditional Goan sweet made from coconut milk, jaggery, and rice flour. It has a chewy, pudding-like texture that […]
The Importance of Fish and Seafood in Goan Culture
Fish and seafood are an important part of life in Goa. For years, the people of Goa have depended on the sea for food, and this has shaped their culture and traditions. Here’s why fish and seafood are so important in Goan culture. Daily Meals Goans eat fish and seafood every day. Many families have […]
How salt is traditionally made in Goa
For centuries, people in Goa have been making salt using simple methods. They have taught these ways to their children, making sure the process stays good and useful. Here’s an explanation of how they do it: Starting Near the Sea Salt in Goa starts in big, shallow fields near the sea called salt pans. Here, […]
Goan Village Festivals Amidst Monsoon Showers
During the rainy season, Goan villages celebrate various festivals that honour their culture and community. These festivals offer a glimpse into what makes Goa unique beyond its beaches. In each village in Goa, there is a festival that is honouring a saint or cultural tradition. These festivals mix religious tradition, dances and music that show […]
Patolleanchem Fest: Celebrating Goa’s Harvest Festivals in August
If you have a sweet tooth, then Goa is the place to be in August. During this month, there are many harvest festivals that offer delicious treats. Besides August 15th being India’s Independence Day, it is also celebrated by many Christians as the feast of the ‘Assumption of Mother Mary into Heaven.’ To commemorate this […]
Impact of Monsoon on Fisherman Communities in Goa
Traditional Practices and Government Regulations At the onset of June, Fisherman in Goa begin their annual hiatus from fishing activities, lasting two to three months until the end of August. This break coincides with the government-imposed fishing ban during the monsoon season along India’s western coast, aligned with the southwest monsoon. The ban aims to […]
Discovering the Vibrant Purument Tradition in Goa
Introduction The Mapusa Markets becomes a crowded place, especially during the last few days of the month of may. The market gets brimming with vendors from across the state as they bring a diverse range of wares. People who shop to store goods, flock to the market to buy spices, cereals, pulses,chillies, dried fish and […]
Repurposing ‘food scraps’ can significantly increase Indian culinary industry’s profits: Culinary Expert
Panaji, December 2023- A shocking 68 billion kgs of food are wasted in Indian households every year, which translates into every person generating approximately 50 kgs of food waste annually. According to Radhika Khandelwal, chef and food security activist, there is an immediate need to utilise every part of the plant or animal that we consume […]
“Becoming Goan”: The Coming-Home Story of Michelle Bambawale
By Steve Antao In her first attempt at writing a book, Michelle Mendonça Bambawale takes readers on an intimate journey through her life in her recently released “Becoming Goan”. The book talks about her life in Goa after she returned to the state and settled in her ancestral village of Siolim during the pandemic. It […]
Serendipity Arts Festival is Back in Goa with its 6th Edition.
~ The Serendipity Arts Festival 2023 continues to be an extremely accessible space for patrons with tactile and auditory installations and aids. ~ The Festival has 10 experts curating six major disciplines — Dance, Visual Arts, Music, Culinary Arts, Theatre and Craft. ~SAF 2023 will be conducted across 12 venues spread across the culturally rich […]
