Interestingly, khar is both an ingredient and a dish. It is a traditional alkaline solution made by filtering water through the ashes of sun-dried banana peels, specifically from the local bhim kol ...

Khorisa, which is fermented bamboo shoots are used in many recipes in Assamese cuisine. With its sourness and gentle scent, khorisa gives dishes a depth and richness, especially when combined with ...

Bohag Bihu, also known as Rongali Bihu, marks the Assamese New Year and is one of the most significant festivals in Assam. Celebrated with great enthusiasm, it heralds the arrival of spring and the ...

This bamboo rice cake from Assam is a festive indulgence as a wholesome blend of protein, carbohydrates, and essential nutrients. Traditionally cooked inside bamboo, this sticky rice cake carries a ...

Seasonal New Year celebration does call for rituals as well as traditional desserts. If Bohag Bihu is called the heartbeat of Assam, it won't be an exaggeration. This specific Bihu, starting on April ...