Kinnaur Apple Wine: Discover the Traditional Taste of Himachal Pradesh
When you think about Kinnaur, the first things that may come to mind are beautiful Himalayan mountains, quiet valleys, traditional villages, and rows of apple orchards. Located in Himachal Pradesh, Kinnaur is especially well known for its apples and the…
Chamba Apple Jam – A Local Apple-Based Product of Chamba, Himachal Pradesh
When we think about Himachal Pradesh, one of the first things that comes to mind is its beautiful mountains, green valleys, cool climate, and, of course, fresh apples. Apple cultivation is an important part of the agricultural identity of several…
Himachali Apple Chukh: The Traditional Apple-Based Delight from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Introduction Shimla is known for its beautiful mountains, colonial architecture, pleasant weather, and, of course, its delicious apples. But beyond fresh apples sold in local markets, the fruit has also found its way into traditional Himachali kitchens…
Bilaspur Turmeric – The Local Product of Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh
When we talk about Indian spices, turmeric is probably one of the first names that comes to mind. In almost every Indian kitchen, you will find a small container of yellow haldi powder. It is used in everyday cooking, traditional recipes, and many…
West Khasi Hills Ginger Products: From Meghalaya Farms to Everyday Products
Ginger is a part of almost every Indian’s daily life. Whether it is in our tea, curries, marinades or pickles, we do not often think about where it comes from. In West Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, however, ginger is not merely a condiment. It is an…
West Garo Hills Cashewnut Products: Local Produce to Value-Added Foods
At first glance, cashews may not seem like much more than a bag of roasted and salted nuts at the supermarket. However, the journey of the cashew from farm to table involves many steps prior to what consumers typically see at retail outlets. These steps…
Banana-Based Products of North Garo Hills: An Opportunity
For most Indians, thinking about bananas rarely takes us anywhere far. In almost every market in our country, we find fresh bananas, which we use to make smoothies, desserts or simply munch on when we are feeling peckish. But for the people of North Garo…
Lakadong Turmeric: The Golden Identity of West Jantia Hills Under ODOP
When we think of turmeric many of us are likely to think of the yellow powder in a kitchen jar. It is a common everyday item that few of us think about when it comes to its origins or differences between varieties. In the hills of Meghalaya turmeric…
South Garo Hills Jackfruit Products: Leveraging the Abundance in Meghalaya
The hilly region of South Garo Hills in Meghalaya is blessed with natural resources and agricultural produce. One particular crop that has immense potential for value addition is jackfruit, which is found in abundance in the Garo Hills. For long, much of…