Tag Archives: Ganpati festival

An eXtra special cuppa – Masala milk

Posted on April 28, 2016 by The Weekend Baker

In my mind, masalyache doodh or masala milk is permanently associated with the Ganpati festival. This used to be part of the ‘naivedya’* on the tenth and last day of the festival. Everything was extra special on that day. Emotions … Continue reading →

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Velchi coffee or Coffee infused with cardamom

Posted on September 9, 2014 by The Weekend Baker

This is a slightly odd addition to the Ganpati menu but bear with me whilst I explain why. As I said in my post on this festival, the Ganpati celebration was an occasion for the entire clan to gather at my grandparents’ … Continue reading →

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