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Diwali -
Festival of Lights
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Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of India's most beloved celebrations. The holiday commemorates the positive energies in the universe. It is a time of happiness, love, forgiveness and thanksgiving. In preparation for Diwali, homes in India are whitewashed, painted and decorated with lamps and flowers. Friends and family exchange gifts and give money to charity. It is time of gaiety. This cooking class we will prepare typical Diwali foods and invoke happiness and prosperity for the coming year
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Diwali recipes on the web for those who cannot join us
A traditional Diwali Menu is a great vegetarian spread and needs to be experienced
Navratan Korma - Indian Cheese, carrots, beans,
peas, cauliflower, raisins, cashews, tomato in a rich, hearty curry which is flavored with
bay leaves and coriander
Dal Maharani - A traditional Indian lentil
dsh made of toor dal
Dal/Lentil Croquettes in Yogurt - a
specialty that is made at this time - this is not an easy recipe but we will go ahead and
try to make it as it is very traditional
Khasta Allu - A very popular Indian potato dish
Served with
Pooris or Indian flat festival bread,
chutney, pickles and
sweet dish called Kheer
and red wine