News Desk, News Nation 360 : Early in 2025, India comes alive with a season of festivity and prosperity as it experiences its colourful harvest festivals. Strongly rooted in agricultural traditions and cultural heritage, these festivals constitute an ode to the bountiful harvest and labour of farmers, and food has been at the centre of this celebration, bringing out the season's richness perfectly. From Pongal's sweet rice offerings to the sesame and jaggery treats of Makar Sankranti, each dish tells a story of gratitude and community. This year, take the festive table to the next level by incorporating traditional dishes infused with the golden richness of Himalayan Samvastra Honey and the delicate luxury of Himalayan Elevation Original Kashmiri Saffron. Lohri's Chikki is that treat that never goes wrong when enriched with the sweet nectar of Himalayan Samvastra Honey and the gentle kiss of Himalayan Saffron. Aate ki Pinni, North India's heart-warming sweet, celebrates the idea of wholesomeness. The crunch of whole wheat flour roasted to perfection is mixed with Himalayan Honey, ghee, and an assortment of nuts for a melt-in-the-mouth delicacy. The use of pinches of cardamom and strands of saffron gives Lohri celebration feast this luscious touch of nourishing. The staple sweet of all, the Tirki Ladoos of Makar Sankranti is now dipped into the depth of luxury when served with a hint of Himlayan's Samvastra Honey. Laced with the subtle roast of Sesame seeds this combination of sweetness in Jaggery and gummy goodness made out of that is turned with these balls deepening into these luscious winter special. In Tamil Nadu, Pongal is not complete without the
richness of Payasam. A dessert prepared from rice or vermicelli cooked in milk, sweetened with Himalayan Honey, cardamom, and the exquisite flavour of Himalayan Kashmiri Saffron, this dessert is topped with golden cashews and plump raisins, truly festive indulgence. Pitthe, a delicately sweet rice or wheat flour dumpling filled with coconut and jaggery, brings Poush Sankranti celebrations alive in Bengal. Adding saffron strands to the filling elevates its aroma and taste, while honey in the dough lends a subtle sweetness. Steamed or boiled, these dumplings are a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. From the nutty chikki of Lohri to the creamy payasam of Pongal, harvest festivals are a culinary journey that unites families and communities. With the addition of Himalayan Samvastra Honey and Himalayan Elevation Original Kashmiri Saffron, available across General Trade, Modern Trade, and E-Commerce Platforms, these time-honoured dishes get a modern, healthful twist while retaining their traditional charm. This season, let the festive spread celebrate the harvest and honour the farmers and the gifts of nature.
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