It is amazing that despite having unique limitations, both Jain and Marwari food have established a distinctive and popular culinary identity. While Marwari cuisine was developed to be nutritious despite a lack of common vegetables found elsewhere, Jain cuisine focused […]
Five experiences you cannot miss in Chowki Dhaani
The concept of Chowki Dhaani is that of an urban village that brings alive the sights and sounds of Jaipur, as well as the Rajasthani spirit. In one experience that is only 3-4 hours long; tourists get a taste of […]
The Colourful Languages of Rajasthan
Rajasthan boasts of a number of dialects, though it is primarily a Hindi speaking region. These dialects (mainly Marwari, Mewari, Dhundhari, Mewati and Haruati) put together are broadly recognized as Rajasthani. Further, there are several other sub dialects that have […]
From the Kitchens of Mana: Gwar Phali ki Subzi
A culture’s cuisine is heavily dependent on its natural surroundings. In the arid desert state of Rajasthan, most vegetables are hard to come by. However, beans are readily available. Gawar phali is a Rajasthani variety of green beans which is […]
Rabodi ki Subzi – Discover the secret recipes of Rajasthan!
Rabodi ki Subzi is a traditional yet lesser known preparation from the kitchens of Rajasthan. The key ingredient, as suggested by its name, is called rabodi which is essentially papad soaked in butter milk. The papad could be either besan […]