Preparations for Ganesh Chaturthi are in full swing, with kitchens across the nation rolling out festive treats to accompany the festivities this week. From puran polis to kheer, the culinary unfold is indulgent and filled with selection. Yet, it’s the modak that stands out because the star of the season.
Classic modaks may be a festive fixture, however this 12 months, eateries are giving the standard candy a inventive spin. From kunafa-inspired modaks to assorted modak hampers and even modak-flavoured ice lotions, the creativity is boundless.
Naturals Ice Cream, as an illustration, has unveiled two limited-edition festive flavours — Prasadam and Turmeric Leaf Twist — to rejoice the spirit of Bappa.
“We wanted to create offerings rooted in heritage that still resonate with today’s audience. Prasadam is inspired by traditional temple offerings, while Turmeric Leaf Twist pays homage to patoli, a sweet eaten during Chaturthi in coastal Karnataka and Maharashtra,” shares director Siddhant Kamath. Prasadam is on the market throughout all Naturals shops in India; nonetheless, Turmeric Leaf Twist is at the moment unique to Mangalore and Udupi.
Taking it up a notch are modak ice lotions, which have rapidly develop into a favorite this season. Ankit Chona, founding father of Hocco Ice Creams tells us, “We have created two distinct modak ice creams; Classic Modak and Chocolate Modak are coconut ice creams shaped like modaks.” Dipped in white and milk chocolate respectively, these ice lotions are restricted version and accessible in Maharashtra.
Meanwhile, mithai manufacturers are additionally making the conical candy the hero candy of their festive choices. Anand Sweets marks Ganpati Aagman with a curated mithai assortment, the place modaks take centre stage. “Our variants include mava, motichoor, rose coconut, dry fruit, kesar and paan modak,” shares managing director Arvind Dadu, including, “Even our packaging reflects the festive spirit — the Natarang Box is inspired by the Marathi Natya Mandir, adorned with motifs of traditional Maharashtrian wadas and Paithani designs.”
Gourmet mithai model Khoya has additionally unveiled modern variations of the festive candy, starting from rose and chocolate chip to til (sesame). Chocolatier Smoor is including an indulgent contact with its mango cashew modaks.
Adding worldwide aptitude to the combination is Mumbai-based Filo Chocolate’s Kunafa Modaks. This pleasant fusion of Middle Eastern and Indian traditions is ready meticulously in small batches, bringing collectively the crisp, golden texture of kunafa with a melt-in-the-mouth sweetness, making them a very distinctive deal with this Ganesh Chaturthi.
