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19/07/2024

Immersed in the muddy madness of Chikhal Kalo! Celebrating Goa's rich cultural heritage with laughter, tradition, and a whole lot of fun. 🕺🏻🌧️🌿 🤎☔

📷 Vaibhavi Kavlekar

25/06/2024

An abundance of fresh rose apples, showcasing their unique bell shape and crisp, refreshing taste.

12/06/2024

Fresh and Juicy! Guess what kind of Mango it is?

24/04/2024

Jackfruit is a tropical fruit with a distinctive, sweet flavor. It's the largest tree fruit in the world, known for its spiky exterior and large size, often weighing up to 80 pounds (36 kg) or more. When ripe, its flesh is golden yellow, soft, and has a flavor that's a mix of mango, banana, and pineapple. Interestingly, jackfruit is versatile—it can be enjoyed ripe as a sweet treat, or unripe as a meat substitute in savory dishes due to its texture and ability to absorb flavors. Additionally, it's rich in nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber, making it a healthy addition to any diet.

In Goa, jackfruit holds a special place in the local cuisine and culture. Known as Ponas in the Konkani language, it's a beloved fruit that's used in various dishes.

Goan cuisine often features dishes with ripe jackfruit, such as "Dhonas" which is a sweet and flavorful preparation of ripe jackfruit with coconut and jaggery. Another popular Goan dish is "Saanth" which is a sweet mixture of ripe Jackfruit puree dried in a shape of a roti. "Kuvalo fry" is the spicy treat where tender jackfruit pieces are marinated and fried to crispy perfection. "Kuvalo" or tender Jackfruit is also cooked to make a raw & light sabji.

Unripe jackfruit is also widely used in Goan cuisine, especially in vegetarian dishes. "Chakko Tonak" is a curry made with raw jackfruit, spices, and coconut, creating a delicious and hearty dish. The young, unripe jackfruit's meaty texture makes it a great substitute for meat in dishes like "Chakko Ros", a spicy curry with raw jackfruit.

During the monsoon season, you might spot roadside stalls selling "Ponas" or jackfruit, either whole or in neatly packed containers made from jackfruit leaves, ready to be enjoyed as a snack. It's a fruit that truly captures the essence of Goa's tropical flavors and culinary traditions.

12/04/2024

Berry bliss found in the heart of Goa 🫐🍒🫒

10/02/2024

Lost in the soothing rhythm of the river's embrace. 🌊

01/11/2023

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12/10/2023

Discovering the rustic charm of traditional Tulsi Vrindavans in the heart of remote Goan villages. 🌿

Typically seen in front of every Goan Hindu house. This kind of Tulsi Vrindavan is made up of mud. Best thing is these designs are actually built by the family members themselves with the help of locally available mud and painted by natural colours.

09/10/2023

Chasing the sunset during the final days of monsoon at beachside in Goa. 🌅🌴

09/10/2023

Early Morning vibes in Goa 💙💚

30/09/2023

Captivated by the enchanting evenings at 'Manas,' where the flicker of a lamp guides our way to abundant catches. 🌊🪔🕯️

is a traditional Goan fishing place where fishermen use various fishing methods to catch the fresh catch. Fish obtained at such places 'Manas' is known to be the tastiest amongst Goan local communities... 🐠 🐟