Adike Kattari (ಅಡಿಕೆ ಕಟ್ಟಾರಿ) Overview Adike Kattari is a traditional hand tool used for cutting areca nuts (adike). The tool was an important household implement in traditional Kodava homes, where areca nut and betel leaf… read more »
Well known as ‘The Coffee County,’ Kodagu district boasts a unique and distinctive cuisine. The cuisine of the Kodavas emerged from the vast landscape of the region, defined by wild forests lush with boars, fowl, bamboo and other flora. With eating habits solely dictated by seasons, Kodava cuisine celebrates fresh and local ingredients. Some recipes that you should try are mentioned here
Adike Kattari (ಅಡಿಕೆ ಕಟ್ಟಾರಿ) Overview Adike Kattari is a traditional hand tool used for cutting areca nuts (adike). The tool was an important household implement in traditional Kodava homes, where areca nut and betel leaf… read more »
Ingredients: Cooked fresh Rice or leftover cooked rice- 2 cups Rice flour as per requirement around 1 cup Salt for Taste. Method: 1. Take fresh or leftover cooked rice on a plate. 2. Add salt… read more »
Akki Pittari / Akki Potti (ಅಕ್ಕಿ ಪಿಟ್ಟಾರಿ / ಅಕ್ಕಿ ಪೊಟ್ಟಿ) Overview. Akki Pittari, also known as Akki Potti, is a traditional wooden storage container used for storing rice and other grains in Kodava households. Rice… read more »
Akki thari is the Kodava term for rice rava. Rice is generally cleaned, washed and dried in open sunlight and later broken/ground to certain granular form to suit the preparation of several dishes in Kodagu. Different sized… read more »
Ambali Chatuwa (ಅಂಬಳಿ ಚಟುವ) Overview Ambali Chatuwa is a traditional ladle associated with the preparation and serving of ambali, a simple and nourishing porridge traditionally prepared in Kodava households. The utensil represents the practical kitchenware… read more »
Avlaki Oleke (ಅವಲಕ್ಕಿ ಒಲೆಕೆ) Overview Avlaki Oleke is a traditional wooden pounding baton used in the preparation of avlaki (flattened rice/poha). It was part of the traditional grain-processing practices of Kodagu households, where rice was… read more »
Baal Charate / Kaikane (ಬಾಳ್ ಚರಟೆ / ಕೈಕಣೆ) Overview Baal Charate, also known as Kaikane, is a traditional ladle made using a coconut shell attached to a bamboo handle. It was a practical household utensil… read more »
Baal Chatti ಬಾಲ್ ಚಟ್ಟಿ A Cooking Vessel with a Long Handle Baal Chatti is a traditional cooking vessel distinguished by its long handle.The handle allowed the vessel to be held and moved while cooking, providing… read more »