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Dear Children,

As you take off to visit different national and international places this holiday, explore the LOCAL food / dish of the place/community and the meal cultures associated with them.

In case you are not travelling, you can upload the local food of Maharashtra or a city in Maharashtra or the place your family hails from.

Your Padlet post should include :

The name of the local food as the subject.

Add a catchy tagline. For example: ‘Pasta La Vista’ from Italy.

A picture/ collage / sketch/ drawing / video of the local food

The meal culture associated with it

An interesting fact, if you find any.

Your name at the end

We look forward to reading and learning about the different and unique food cultures.

Safe Travels!

Ms Saima

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 Thupka, Momos, Sel Roti, Dal Bhat: A must try in the Amazon of Asia-NEPAL

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 Thupka, Momos, Sel Roti, Dal Bhat: A must try in the Amazon of Asia-NEPAL

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Thupka is a noodle food served in the mountains of Nepal during winters. Momos are a popular dish and favourite for tourists when in Nepal. Sel Roti is a fusion of doughnut and bagel made with rice flour. Dal Bhat is the staple food of each Nepali household.

FOOD CULTURE OF NEPAL:
Nepali staples consists Primarly of rice, wheat, corn and lentils, in addtion to fresh vegetables and meats. A typical Nepali everyday meal can be characterized by Dal(lentil soups), Bhat (steamed rice) and Tarkari (vegetable preparation), also known as "THE TRINITY".

INTERESTING FACTS:
Many Nepali dishes are vegetarian and do not use meat. Meat dishes are made with chicken, mutton and pork. Cows are not slaughtered as they are considered sacred.

- VEDANSH AGARWAL 4B

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Origin:A crêpe or crepe is a very thin type of pancake which originates from France. They originated in France around Brittany all the way back in the 13th century.

Creation:Crepes originally used buckwheat flour, a relatively new ingredient in Europe at the time. According to the stories, peasants made the first crepe by accidentally dropping porridge on a flat cooktop.

Recipe:Crêpes are usually one of two varieties: sweet crêpes or savoury crêpes. They are often served with a wide variety of fillings such as cheese, fruit, vegetables, meats, and a variety of spreads. Crepes, like pancakes, are made with a simple batter comprised of flour, eggs, milk, and butter. The main difference between crepes and pancakes is the ratio of ingredients in the batter which creates different textures in the pancakes.

Fun-Facts:1]Crepes get their name from the Latin word Crispus, meaning undulated and crinkly or from the Greek word, Crispos, which means wrapped or rolled up.

2]Using wheat flour to make crepes became quite popular in the ninth century.

3]South Asian crepes, also known as dosas, are a traditional type of thin, savory pancake that have been enjoyed in India and other parts of South Asia for centuries. These crepes are usually made from a fermented batter of rice and lentils, and can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even as a main course.

-Arhaan Gala -4B

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Blue is not always pale it can be mouth-watering too

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Nasi kerabu is a traditional dish of the northeastern coast of West Malaysia, primarily in the states of Kelantan and Terrenganu, from where it spreads to the other regions of the Malaysia by the beginning of the 21st century, A fact about Nasi kerabu is that The blue color of the rice comes from the petals of Clitoria ternatea (butterfly-pea) flowers (bunga telang), which are used as a natural food colouring .

Divysha Jain

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Vada pav is a dish native to Maharshtra The dish consists of a deep fried potato dumpling placed inside a bread bun (pav) sliced almost in half through the middle. It is generally accompanied with one or more chutneys and a green chili. Although it originated as an affordable street food in Mumbai, it is now served in food stalls and restaurants across India. It is also called Bombay burger..The most famous snack in Mumbai, vada pav is claimed to be a part of the culture of Mumbaikars. Batata Vada in Marathi literally means "potato fritter". It is a combination of the word for "potato" (batata) and vada, a type of fried savoury snack. Pav is a derivative of the Portuguese word pão, which means bread.

Kavir Mody

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Many Amazing dishes for a Hungry Appetite

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'Maha' means big and 'Rashtra' means nation. Maharashtra is indeed 'Maha' in its size, population and culture. Maharashtra is famous for its unique customs and practices.

Maharashtrian or Marathi cuisine is the cuisine of the Marathi people from the Indian state of Maharashtra. Maharashtrian cuisine includes mild and spicy dishes.

There’s a right balance of vegetarian and non-vegetarian variety. Maharashtra comprises mainly of five regions viz. Konkan, Paschim Maharashtra, Khandesh, Vidarbha and Marathwada. The cuisine in each region is influenced largely by the predominant agricultural produce of the region.
-Ryan 4B

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Poee bread is a leavened bread baked by the traditional bakers called poders in Goa. It is a staple food in Goa, made of wheat flour and bran. It has a hollow cavity in the centre that makes it perfect to stuff with various fillings The exact origin of Poee bread is not entirely clear. However, it is believed that leavened bread was first introduced to Goa by the Jesuit priests and the local Goan bakers, known as "poder" in Konkani, began making it with a local twist. Over time, the Poee bread became a staple food in Goa and is now widely enjoyed in the region.

Rishaan Motwani

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Mie Goreng is an Indonesian stir-fried noodle dish that is made with noodles, cabbage, egg, proteins {prawn or chicken} and a stir-fry sauce.

Nasi Goreng is an asian fried rice dish, usually cooked with pieces of meat and vegetables and topped with a fried egg.

Indonesian traditional meals usually consists of steamed rice as a staple, surrounded by vegetables and soup along with meat or fish side dishes.

Indonesians believe EATING IS BETTER TOGETHER.

Naira Lodha 4B

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The prawn Crackers in Bali were the best kind of Chips I’ve ever had. I loved the taste of prawns in every bite. I ate them with every meal I had . 

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Prawn crackers, also known as shrimp chips, are a popular snack in many Southeast Asian countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam. In these countries, prawn crackers are often served as a snack or appetizer before the main meal. They are also commonly served alongside noodle dishes, stir-fries, and other savory dishes.

In Indonesia, prawn crackers are a common accompaniment to a traditional meal of Nasi Goreng or Mie Goreng.

Sumair Chawla 4G

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Meal Culture- MIE GORENG also known as bakmi goreng,is derived from Chinese chow mein and believed to have been introduced by Chinese immigrants in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. The origin of Mie Goreng is strongly associated with the Indian Muslim community . In Indonesia, it is sold by food vendors from street-hawkers, to high-end restaurants.

FUN FACTS...

Pork and lard are eschewed in favour of shrimp, chicken, or beef to cater to the Muslim majority

-AAHAN KHANDELWAL 4B

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Litti Chokha is a culinary gem hailing from the heartland of Bihar. It is made of wheat and stuffed with sattu, mixed with herbs and spices, and shaped into a ball. Roasted in a wood-fired clay oven, Litti Chokha offers a smoky and tangy taste experience. The outer shell of the Litti, which is made from a dough of wheat flour, becomes wonderfully crispy and golden when baked or roasted. As you take a bite, the crust breaks to reveal the flavourful and aromatic filling inside. Served with a side of mashed roasted eggplant, tomatoes, onions, and garlic, this dish is a culinary masterpiece that embodies the rich flavours of Bihar's cuisine. The smoky flavours from the roasted eggplant and the tanginess of the tomatoes create a harmonious blend of flavours that is both satisfying and tantalising. Litti Chokha was developed as a practical and nutritious solution. The dish offered a perfect balance of flavours and ingredients that could be easily prepared and consumed. Farmers and labourers would make Litti Chokha by using locally available ingredients, making it an affordable and sustainable option for their everyday meals.
Panya
4B

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Poor households of Kerala used to re-cook leftover rice and all available leftover curries into congee water and take as a mix-mash dish known as pazhamkanji (old congee). Pazhamkanji means old congee (leftover from the previous day).

Interesting fact on Pahzamkanji

Some studies indcate the dish prevents cancer.
It provides potassium which helps control blood pressure.

Nirvaan Karnawat 4B

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Popular Paella in Espana- Kiaan Rodrigues 4B

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Popular Paella in Espana- Kiaan Rodrigues 4B

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The best way to cook paella is by using an open fire. Paella is actually the name of the pan, not the dish!

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Tasty Thai
Thai food is a type of food that was first made in Thailand. Chicken Pad Thai is the most popular Thai dish and is loved in Thailand and worldwide. Pad Thai is known for its delicious flavors and cultural significance. It can also be spelled Phad Thai, pad Thai, or phad Thai. The word literally means 'Thai stir fry'. The rice noodles are often stir fried with beansprouts, eggs, peanuts and other vegetables. Other ingredients may also be added, such as pork, chicken, beef, shrimp and tofu. People often add salt, pepper, lime juice and other ingredients to the dish as well.

An interesting fact about Chicken Pad Thai is that it was created in the 1940's as part of a national campaign to promote Thai identity.
Thank you,
Naisha Jagwani- 4B

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Very few dishes of Northeastern India are known, one such very popular delicacy is the Eromba/Iromba. It is a very popular dish from the Meitei community of Manipur and prepared with dried fermented fish and locally available veggies.

The prime ingredient of this dish is the fermented dried fish known as Ngari in Manipuri (Nga means fish), which are usually a few varieties of small freshwater fishes ( not more than 10 cms ) that are first  sun- dried and then fermented in locally produced and specially designed earthen pots called Koloh or Ngari Chaphu by repeated smearing with oil without addition of salt. This dish is usually made with boiled vegetables and fermented fish mashed together along with chillies.

In this recipe no oil is used, it is a simple yet a healthy and flavorful meal accompaniment.

~Lisa Rocha ~4b

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Swiss raclette cheese is a full-fat, finely melting, semi-hard cheese, which has been matured for at least three months. It is made from cow's milk without any additives. It has a very different smell and taste.
I got a chance to taste this outstanding dish on a snow clad glacier in Gstaad, Switzerland.  This cheese is usually eaten during the winters.
As a vegetarian, I ate it along with bread, potatoes, onion and pickles.

Nandita Gandhi

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Nasi lemak

No other dish in Malaysia is as famous as nasi lemak. It consists of rice cooked in coconut milk that is traditionally served with anchovies, cucumbers, peanuts, and boiled eggs. The dish is rounded up with the addition of a spicy chili paste called sambal.

Although originally invented as a breakfast dish, soon it surpassed its original purpose and became the Malaysian national dish which can be eaten at any time. Its invention occurred from the mere necessity to exploit all ingredients which were at hand, and the popularity of nasi lemak has continually risen since the 1980s, when this farmer’s meal evolved into a dish that is frequently sold by Malaysian street vendors.
Eventually, the dish became a comfort food staple for the majority of Malaysians. With its popularity came different variations of the dish, and nowadays chicken, fried fish, fried eggs, or even curry are served on the side of nasi lemak. It is traditionally served hot and packed in banana leaves.
Viraya Shah - 4B

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Dulce de Leche- PATAGONIA ICE CREAMS!! By DIVINA HAKANI 4B

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Dulce de Leche- PATAGONIA ICE CREAMS!! By DIVINA HAKANI 4B

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PATAGONIA is known for it's handcrafted chocolates and artisan ice cream in Queenstown, New Zealand. We had it's special flavour - Dulce de Leche- Delicious!!

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Zoli Mamzel means ‘pretty one’ or ‘beautiful one’  in Mauritian Creole the language spoken in Mauritius. This dish called Zoli Mamzel is made of pumpkins mushrooms and different vegetables in a light cream sauce and was like a beautiful art work on the plate and was really yummy to eat. Zoli Mamzel is also the name of a Creole song.

By Shiv Mashruwala 4B

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Dharamshala, the land of Momos and Thupka 

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Dharamshala, the land of Momos and Thupka 

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A variety of delectable foods can be found in Dharamshala like thupka, fried momos, tibetian noodles, shakshuka, kimbap, bokchoy soup etc. I liked thupka and fried momos the best.
Thupka is a noodle soup which originated in Tibet. it can be prepared in both vegetarian and non vegetarian options. It is very healthy soup as it has a lot of vegetables and tasty as it has noodles.
Fried momos are crispy delicious deep fried dumplings made of plain flour and stuffed with mildly spiced vegetables. It comes with a very spicy red schezuan sauce which I obviously didnt dare to try.

ARADHYA AGARWAL 4B

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This is a photo of spicy mozrella cheese corn dog in London,England it is the most famous food in Camden market there are lot of exotic foods .There is the most delicious ice cream shop in whole of England.I had so much fun there with my family

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The national dish of USA is the Hamburger- it’s a popular sandwich made of sliced buns stuffed with veggies, sauces, cheese and of course beef patties, and then grilled to perfection.

My favourite hamburger was the one I ate at Shake Shack in New York City.

-Maya Lekhraj 4B

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I had gone to Laduree in Paris, and my mother  told me to eat a small bite of a macron. As I was not hungry. Then I ate a small piece of it. And I could not stop myself from asking my mother to buy more.They melted in my mouth. They were extremely delicious and were to die for.