Celebrating Onam Sadhya in Seattle: A Feast of Tradition and Flavor
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Celebrating Onam Sadhya in Seattle: A Feast of Tradition and Flavor

Onam, a festival rich in tradition and exuberance, is a special time for families to come together and celebrate with a grand feast known as the Onam Sadhya. This vibrant celebration, rooted deeply in Kerala’s cultural heritage, is more than just a meal—it’s a feast that brings together 26 diverse dishes, each bursting with unique…

21 Must-Try Winter Indian Foods to Warm up the Seattle Winters PART2
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21 Must-Try Winter Indian Foods to Warm up the Seattle Winters PART2

12.Nihari – Mughal Era Stew in Redmond: Transport yourself to the Mughal era with nihari, a stew featuring shank meat cooked with bone marrow. Traditionally consumed during chilly winter mornings, nihari, when paired with khameeri or tandoori roti, provides a protein and fat-rich winter warmer. 13.Panjiri – Winter Delicacy: Savor the taste of panjiri, a…

How Dosa Traveled from South Indian Kitchens into Seattle’s Plates :A Crispy, Paper-Thin Journey
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How Dosa Traveled from South Indian Kitchens into Seattle’s Plates :A Crispy, Paper-Thin Journey

You know that feeling when you take the first bite of a perfectly crisped masala dosa – the sweet and spicy potato filling, the soft yet textured rice and lentil crepe, and the savory sambhar to dip each satisfying bite in. This quintessential South Indian breakfast has made its way into the plates and palates…

Seattle’s Love Letter to the Many Types of Dosa:Crispy, Stuffed and Savory
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Seattle’s Love Letter to the Many Types of Dosa:Crispy, Stuffed and Savory

It’s a cold morning in Seattle. As you walk down the street, the delicious, tempting aromas of a dosa stall catch your attention. The sizzling hot griddle, the fermented scent of the batter, the visions of the paper-thin crispy crepes bursting with flavorsome stuffings dance in your mind. You can almost taste the quintessential South…

Seattle’s ONAM – Colours, Cuisines, and Celebrations 
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Seattle’s ONAM – Colours, Cuisines, and Celebrations 

It is that time of the year in Kerala when the streets buzz with excitement, and the air carries the delicious scent of festive Malayalam cuisine. Houses come alive with vibrant Pookalam – flower rangoli.  Yes, you guessed it right. It’s Onam.   As the calendar flips to the month of Chingam (August-September), Kerala transforms…