Omalloor Krishi Vaibhavam, the biggest agrarian fair in South Kerala, is a powerful reminder of our roots

Omalloor Krishi Vaibhavam, the biggest agrarian fair in South Kerala, is a powerful reminder of our roots

Tubers in myriad shapes, colours and size fill up every available space at Omalloor Krishi Vaibhavam market, just behind the panchayat office at Omalloor, about five kilometres from Pathanamthitta. It spills out of shops into sidewalks, alleys and streets. I seek the help of Gopalakrishnan, manning one of the outlets, to identify some of the tubers. The abundance […]

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Chef Suresh Pillai calls for an academy to promote, popularise and preserve Kerala’s culinary heritage

Chef Suresh Pillai calls for an academy to promote, popularise and preserve Kerala’s culinary heritage

“Mohanlal is a complete foodie. He enjoys exploring different kinds of cuisines, cooking and having good food. His tastes are not confined to any one cuisine; he enjoys several kinds of food he has had during his travels,” says Chef and restaurateur Suresh Pillai. At times, the actor opts for customised diets. Sometimes, the chef […]

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Local history buffs are engaging with neighbourhood communities to rediscover and preserve their heritage

Local history buffs are engaging with neighbourhood communities to rediscover and preserve their heritage

Revisiting the story of a hookah with a 300-year-old history of maritime trade, made in a small port town in Kozhikode, is just one of many interventions by concerned residents in Kerala to conserve and preserve the heritage of the State. They are making determined efforts to raise awareness of the heritage on a micro-level […]

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An ex-NRI brews a coffee brand from mushroom in Kerala

An ex-NRI brews a coffee brand from mushroom in Kerala

La Bae, a mushroom infused coffee brand has been developed with the help of Krishi Vigyan Kendra La Bae, a mushroom infused coffee brand has been developed with the help of Krishi Vigyan Kendra In 2021 Lalu Thomas was one among the several non-resident Indians who lost their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Though he […]

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With fish in shallow waters disappearing, fisherfolk in Kerala staring at penury

With fish in shallow waters disappearing, fisherfolk in Kerala staring at penury

Navamy Sudhish reports on the disastrous impact of extreme climate events, rising fuel prices, destructive fishing practices, and overexploitation on livelihoods and biodiversity Navamy Sudhish reports on the disastrous impact of extreme climate events, rising fuel prices, destructive fishing practices, and overexploitation on livelihoods and biodiversity As dawn breaks, Vitalis slowly glides into undulating waves […]

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