Goa, a coastal paradise in India, is renowned for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and laid-back lifestyle. Beyond its picturesque landscapes and vibrant festivals, Goa has valuable life lessons to offer. In this article, we will explore the wisdom that can be gleaned from Goa’s relaxed way of life, encouraging you to embrace a more…
Millets have been around for thousands of years, and grow well in tropical regions characterised by hot, summery weather. In India, several varieties of this small grained cereal are grown, which includes jowar (sorghum), bajra (pearl millet), ragi (finger millet), jhangora (barnyard millet), barri (proso or common millet), kangni (foxtail/ Italian millet) and kodra (kodo millet) to name a few. Millet is grown in Goa, too, albeit on a…
2. Prawn Balchão: Spicy and tangy prawn dish prepared with a paste of red chilies, spices, vinegar, and onions. It has a rich, fiery flavor and goes well with rice or bread. 3. Crab Xec Xec: A traditional Goan crab curry made with roasted coconut, spices, tamarind, and a touch of sweetness. It has a…
When the idea of going to the beach pops up in summer, the first thoughts that come are of relaxing on the beach, enjoying the summer breeze against one’s skin whilst getting a tan under the sun. There are plenty of things one can do at the beach, but before that here are a few…
Goa’s Windowpane Oysters are a type of oyster found in the coastal regions of Goa, India. These oysters are known for their distinct appearance, characterized by a translucent or window-like shell. The name “Windowpane Oysters” comes from the shell’s resemblance to a glass windowpane. The scientific name for Goa’s Windowpane Oysters is Placuna placenta. They…
Sural village in Sattari taluka, known as the Matheran of Goa, will soon receive additional power supply for the development of eco-tourism. Additional underground power lines will be laid between Thane and Sural, and an expenditure of Rs 3.70 crore will be spent on this. Located on the Goa-Karnataka border, this village is blessed with…
Rakesh (Rocky) Patel, a self-made millionaire and founder of Rocky’s Cigars, one of the hottest names in the world of premium cigars, recently launched the brand in Goa “Believe in your dreams and you’ll achieve everything if you pursue it,” said Rakesh (Rocky) Patel, who launched his cigars at Badmaash Café, Vagator, last month. Born…
Kurdi or Curdi is a village in Sanguem taluka of Goa. The village was submerged in the 1980s by the reservoir of the Salaulim Dam. Every year, at the peak of summer during April-May, parts of the submerged village rise above the water level for around one month. During this period, the original villagers come back to relive their memories and gather around their…
