Puttur, August 3: Prof. VG Bhat Inaugurates 3-Day Karum Kurum Tindi Mela 2025, Celebrating Ati Month Delicacies in Collaboration with Marike Savayava Malige and Bhat & Bhat
The much-anticipated Karum Kurum Tindi Mela 2025 kicked off Saturday (August 2) at the Trinethra Building on APMC Road, with Vivekananda Degree College retired principal, Prof. VG Bhat, doing the honors. This gastronomic festival, spanning from August 2 to 4, is organized by the acclaimed Marike Savayava Store, known for their successful Halasu Mela, in collaboration with Bhat & Bhat. Showcasing the authentic flavors of Ati month specialties from coastal Karnataka, the event promises a delightful array of traditional snacks made with fresh coconut and groundnut oil, providing a tantalizing experience for all food lovers.
A Crunchy Feast of Traditional Snacks
The Karum Kurum Tindi Mela has emerged as a heavenly destination for snack enthusiasts, presenting a wide array of crunchy delicacies. The star attractions of this gastronomic extravaganza are Chakkuli, Kaara Kaddi, Tengollu, and an assortment of Mixtures, each meticulously prepared using the traditional flavors of coconut and groundnut oil. Catering to the aficionados of crispy delights, the mela also features Nendra Banana Chips and piquant Green Banana Chips. For those with a penchant for sweet indulgences, the festival boasts an exquisite selection, including ghee-laden specialties such as Mysore Pak, Banana Halwa, Jackfruit Halwa, Pancha Ratna Barfi, Garigari Ladu, Kharjoor Halwa, and Wheat Halwa. Adding to the allure, the mela introduces an avant-garde touch with the inclusion of Dragon Fruit Halwa and Papaya Pineapple Halwa, thereby offering a comprehensive and diverse experience that is sure to tantalize all taste buds.
Reviving Ati Month Culinary Heritage
The mela, graced by chief guest Sharan Chilimbi, a prominent name in Mangalore’s culinary scene, is designed to rekindle interest and boost the popularity of Ati month's traditional snacks, which hold significant cultural value along the coast. Organized by Marike Savayava Store, a prominent supporter of organic and traditional cuisine, the event underscores the importance of natural elements such as coconut and groundnut oil in conferring a unique taste to these local delights. In addition to providing a tantalizing culinary experience, the festival serves as an educational platform for visitors to discover the wealth of the region's gastronomic history. A perfect convergence for both food connoisseurs and cultural devotees, the Karum Kurum Tindi Mela is set to run until August 4 at the central Trinethra Building, with stalls operational from dawn till dusk. Make sure to drop by Puttur and treat yourself to the authentic flavors of Ati month specialties!
Citizen News Puttur 3.8.2025 by citizennewsputtur
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