Episode notes
In this episode of Folk Katha, we will be talking about a dessert which is loved by all i.e. HALWA. Halwa occupies some part of our memory and consciousness. Halwa might be easy to make, but it’s definitely one of the most popular sweet dishes of the greater Asian continent. Halwa is the most loved dish by kids as well as by adults in India. It is basically one of the popular sweet dishes of India. Halwa can be a snack or served as a part of the meal. Do you know the history and origin of halwa and where did the dish come from? Take a look. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Folk Katha
Radio City India · Arts & Books · Marathi
India is a religious and ethnically diverse country. Indian culture is characterized by distinct languages, and rich traditions among various ethnic and religious groups. Folk Katha, in this podcast show we will talk about India's different Folk Arts from paintings to music, food & literature, etc.
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7 Apr 2025 · 9 min
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7 Apr 2025 · 13 min
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23 Mar 2025 · 11 min
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10 Mar 2025 · 13 min
Dal
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3 Mar 2025 · 13 min
Puran Poli
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