SANA HUA NIMBU

A tempting Uttarakhand cuisine that is refreshing and is a mixture of Radish, Lemon, Curd and paste of Bhang(Hemp) seeds. Sana Hua Nimbu (Nimbu Sana), is a winter delicacy from the Kumaoni cuisines of Uttarakhand.

BHANG KE CHUTNEY

Bhang ke Chutney is the most popular chutney of Kumaon region, Uttarakhand and is a perfect accompaniment to every meal. Bhang (Hemp seed) is the main ingredient of this chutney. It is prepared on grinding stone/Sil Batta.

KUMAONI RAITA

Pahadi Kheere ka raita is a Kumaoni style cucumber raita. Kumaoni Raita is an outburst of flavors and is made with yoghurt, cucumber, mustard seeds (Phahadi rai). It's different from other raitas as rai makes it very flavorful and tasty.

BHANG KA NAMAK

Bhaang ka Namak or Hemp Seed Salt is prepared using organic and natural herbs with hemp seeds grinded on silbatta or traditional stone. Bhaang ka Namak (Sil Pisi loon/ noon) from Uttarakhand add an extra dimension to your cooking with its colour, aroma. 

KUMAONI BADA

Kumaoni Bada, is a crispy, flavorsome, split black urad dal fritter. Its seasoned with coriander, green chilli, turmeric & generous amount of asafoetida to get the sought after taste of Pahadi bada. This kumaoni food is made for all festivals & auspicious occasions. 

TIL KE CHUTNEY

Til ke chutney is made from roasted sesame seeds turned into a smooth paste with salt, a touch of sugar and green chilies. This chutney is sweet & spicy and has become popular outside the state as well.

BAL MITHAI

Bal Mithai is a brown chocolate-like fudge, made with roasted khoya, coated with white sugar balls. Bal Mithai is known for its mouth-watering flavors and exquisite looks. Origin of Bal mithai is believed to be from Almora.

SINGODI

Singodi Mithai is the most famous sweet of Kumaon. It is made from khoya & sugar and then wrapped in Malu leaves. The fresh smell of Malu leaf & taste khoya flavoured with cardamom, coconut is superb.  Origin of Singodi is believed to be from  Almora. 

CHOCOLATE

Chocolate is a brown fudge, made with roasted khoya and is not coated with white sugar balls. Chocolate sometime known as chocolate barfi is also another popular sweet from Uttarakhand. 

PUA/POOE

Pua/Pooe is made with suji, banana, ghee, sugar and is a widely popular sweet dish in Kumaon. In Kumaoni Culture no festive feast is complete without Pua. Pua is considered an auspicious sweet to prepare for festivals and is offered as prasad to God.

SINGHAL

Singal are fried semolina spirals that are part and parcel of Kumaoni culture and festivals especially Deepawali and Bhaiduj. Singhal is fried in the shape of the giant jalebi while its sweetness is very mild. 

KHAJOOR

Khajoor is a traditional sweet which is like fried cookie made with whole wheat flour, milk, ghee, fennel seeds, semolina, and jaggery. It is prepared at various cultural events such as Makar Sankranti, Holi, and other regional festivals.