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The Orissan – A Journey Through Odisha’s Culinary Heritage

November 10, 2026

The Orissan – A Story of Food, Culture and Identity Odisha’s food is more than what is served on a plate. It carries the memory of generations, the wisdom of traditional kitchens, the rituals of temples and the richness of a living culinary heritage. The Orissan is a 376-page journey into this world of food,…

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Nadia Bara Tarkari : Traditional Odia Coconut Curry

August 19, 2025

Learn how to make Nadia Bara Tarkari, a traditional Odia curry with crispy coconut fritters . Easy, authentic, and full of flavor!

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odiacuisine, Publications Ayurvedic, Bitterfood, odiacuisine

Nimba Kadha Bhaja-Stir-fried Neem Bud with Eggplant

April 4, 2024

Nima Kadha Bhaja-where aromatic neem flower buds and tender eggplant cubes stir-fried to perfection,

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Publications ghanta, odiacuisine

Samba Dashami: Festival Dedicated To Sun God

January 12, 2022

Samba Dashami celebrated on the 10th day of the Sukla Paksha of Pausha Masa is a unique festival in Odisha dedicated to Sun God for the good health and long life of children . It is believed that Sun has the power to heal various diseases. This believe dates back to ancient times when  Samba,  son of Lord Krishna,…

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Publications Maharashtrian, sabudana, Tapioca, Vratkakhana

Sabudana khichdi: Tips to make a fluffy Khichdi

October 21, 2020

Sabudana khichdi –is a popular breakfast recipe from Maharastra where tapioca peals are cooked with roasted peanuts and potatoes and served with a squeeze of lemon juice. A few years back , I had my share of making lumpy and sticky Sabudana khichdi but not anymore. All these disasters have made me to relook at the…

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THE ORISSAN

The Orissan – Odisha's culinary heritage

A journey through Odisha's culinary heritage, traditions, kitchens and memories.

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