Sweet and savoury Pongal dishes reflect the duality of life—joy and sustenance, indulgence and simplicity. As you savour these dishes, remember the rich folklore and mythology they carry in every bite ...

It is used in traditional dishes such as Ven Pongal (savoury rice and lentil dish) and Sakkarai Pongal (sweet rice dish made with jaggery). “The idea behind creating a Pongal menu is to showcase ...

Different regions in South India prefer different types of Sambars. Tamil Nadu’s is spicy, Andhra’s thicker, Karnataka’s ...

Pongal 2025 starts on January 14, marking the harvest festival's four joyous days. Learn about its dates, history, significance, and customs for each day.

Of all the festivals celebrated in Tamil Nadu, Pongal holds a special place. Like most harvest festivals across India, Pongal coincides with the beginning of the six-month northward journey of the sun ...

Pongal, celebrated mid-January primarily in Tamil Nadu and worldwide, honors the harvest with rituals over four days: Bhogi ...

Over four days, families and friends will come together to decorate their homes with colourful patterns, offer prayers, and share Pongal, a sweet dish made with rice and milk that symbolizes luck ...

Pongal celebrations in Auroville unite residents and visitors in traditional festivities, including cultural events and cooking demonstrations.

Ananth said the clay pot is the preferred choice for cooking sweet rice during Pongal because it heats food evenly, producing a more authentic aroma and flavour compared to modern pots.

A tapestry of Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage came to life at the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple Bukit Kiara in Taman Tun Dr ...

Staten Island's Tamil community celebrated the 10th annual Harvest Festival with traditional Pongal rituals, cultural ...