The celebrations of Pongal are a reminder to everyone to pay respect to the food we consume, the earth that nurtures it, and the people who cultivate it. Pongal is also a celebration marked by ...

Celebrate Ratha Saptami 2025 with traditional dishes like Payasam, Pongal, and more. Discover auspicious foods that bring ...

While Pongal is celebrated for three days, you can make it any time of the year because there is no particular day to enjoy good food. 1. Rinse rice and toor dal separately, then soak them for 15 ...

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, the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu, is a time to celebrate the year’s agricultural produce and the hard work of farmers in bringing it to the table. What better way to celebrate than by ...

This angered the Lord, who commanded Nandi to return to Earth and help humans harvest enough food for daily consumption. Image Source: IANS The first day of the Pongal, celebrated as the Bhogi Pongal, ...

The festive atmosphere, the delicious food, and the vibrant colours make Pongal a truly memorable occasion. In Tamil, Pongu means 'to boil over,' and it is from this term that Pongal was derived.

When they turn light golden, add them to the payasam. Garnish with saffron and pistachios. Payasam is now ready for the Pongal festival.

The deity Surya is a central figure in the festivities. With food, a savory, daal-based dish called “Pongal” marks the tradition, symbolizing prosperity. Its sweet counterpart, sakkarai ...