Pakhala Divas

Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of World Pakhala Divas, Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik named Pakhala as his favourite dish. Like every Odia, pakhala is my favorite. Wishing everyone a Happy ‘Pakhala Dibasa’, he said in a message. The Odisha CM…

Bhubaneswar: Pakhaḷa is an Odia cuisine, consisting of cooked rice washed or lightly fermented in water. The liquid part of the dish is known as Toraṇi. It is a preparation that is consumed during summer, although many people eat it…

Bhubaneswar: March 20 is being observed as Pakhala Dibas to promote the cuisine in the modern era. It marks the popularity of the state’s staple food for ages even in the age of pizza, burgers and other fast food items. World Pakhala…