NRIs throng Rajasthani cooking and health event

Food sampling intermission

LOS ANGELES: The Rajasthani Spice of Life cooking and health event took place on July 18 in Palos Verdes Peninsula library.

Over 80 people participated and some guests had to sit 'Indian style' (on the floor, cross legged). It was organized by Etan Doronne, Creator of lecture series My India - Where Every Village is Home.

Thanks to the support of Californian Indian media, the workshop had more NRIs then any of the previous events. Such attendance brought the presentation to life, with comments, laughter and debate coming from people who grew up in India and know the tradition.

Special guest, Mr. Deedwania, who is the RANA (Rajasthani Association of North America) president, arrived with his wife and prepared an authentic Rajasthani curry dish which was offered for tasting to all attendees. The food at the event was purely vegan.

The event comprised a photo presentation documenting the sources and delivery of milk, water, vegetables and spices in Rajasthan followed by explanations about traditional preparation, cooking and health benefits of each. Etan Doronne demonstrated the preparation of Chai Masala from its basic ingredients.

India Post News Service