FOOD HABIT OF ODIAS..............
Among the various ingredients of the rich, cultural heritage of Odisha is its unique cuisine, with a tradition steeped in history. India is a multi-lingual, multi-cultural entity.
Among the various ingredients of the rich, cultural heritage of Odisha is its unique cuisine, with a tradition steeped in history. India is a multi-lingual, multi-cultural entity.
It is an icon of unity in diversity; so each state defines its individuality in terms of its own histororical facts, linguistic affiliations, cultural backdrop and ofcourse, food.
Odia music, art and literature have all show- cased food as an indispensable part of culture. Odia food is a colourful tapestry of spices and flavours, with an unimaginable variety – vibrant as the all- time favourite PAKHALA, soft-hearted as Salepur’s famous RASAGOLLA, irresistible as Kankada Jhola, delightful as Besara seasoned with Pancha Phutana , the list is endless.
Unlike other parts of India, the flavours of most Odia dishes are mild and tenderly spiced. Curries for every mood, a pot- pourie of fragrant spices and pastes mingling to create unforgettable delicacies. There are special food items associated with every festival, emphasizing the significance of cuisine as a part of life. Not just the food, but the inimitable manner in which it is served.
