Holi is the time for fun and feasting. It's the time to enjoy some
delicious delicacies to bright up the festive mood. And what's better
way to enjoy mouthwatering dishes during Holi. Since India is a vast
country and every region has its own recipe to light up the Holi spirit.
Delicacies are one of the main parts of any Indian festival. We cannot
think of any Indian festival without food. Among all food Gujhia is one
of the most popular desserts of Holi. It is a must for every North
Indian home during the festival of Holi. There are 'papris' and 'dahi
vade' to add to the lists. There intoxicating 'bhang-ke-vade' but it
should be taken in small quantities. There are various kinds of sharbats
(drinks) especially for the occasion like Thandai, which is a special
kind of kesar drink. Holi is also famous for the sweets that are offered
to the visitors that come to apply colors and enjoy the sweets offered
by the host. Holi has always been known for the big bashes and parties
that are thrown to enjoy the celebrations. Sweets can be of various
types depending on the different regions. Like in the eastern part there
are sweets mostly made of milk and khir seets are very famous here.
Special kinds of namkeens are also prepared for the occasion. Even you
can buy various gift hampers of chocolates and sweets and namkeens to
make your Holi all the more interesting.
Here are some recipes for sweets and drinks, which you can try at home
as they are easy to make and fast to cook. You can try out these dishes
and serve to your guests on the festive day.
