Prabalika M. Borah

Everything that is sold as modak is not really a modak. Making the most of the festive season, when everyone talks about one festive goodie — the sweet that is supposed to be Ganesha’s favourite, modak — dessert brands and mithai shops are not letting go of this opportunity. Sweets shaped like modak are being sold as modak. From besan and motichoor to mava laddoos, sweets are getting a new shape. Promotions include ‘free modak’ samples on your quick e-commerce delivery.

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At Blue Tokai’s Play Bar, in Jubilee Hills, I am introduced to sensory cups — a set of three, each designed for a different purpose: aroma, body, and flavour. The cups are meant to help coffee connoisseurs explore some of India’s microlots. Microlots are small, intentionally separated batches of coffee. They are set apart not because they are flawed, but because of their unique growing conditions, processing methods, and distinct flavour profiles.