Its name comes from the Tamil word pongu, meaning “to boil over”. Almost all Tamil homes I know, even the most cosmopolitan ones, prepare a sweet pongal known as sakkarai pongal in Tamil. It is almost ...

Led by MDR Foundation Co-Founder Mr. Maadri Prithviraj, the event seamlessly intertwined tradition with modern sensibilities.

Sweet and savoury Pongal dishes reflect the duality of life—joy and sustenance, indulgence and simplicity. As you savour ...

It's January, and if you're in Tamil Nadu that can mean only one thing: Pongal season. The state's annual harvest festival ...

Thai Pongal in Sri Lanka is more than just a harvest festival—it’s a celebration of life, gratitude, and shared heritage.

John, a 69-year-old from Chicago, embraced Tamil traditions during Pongal in Tirunelveli, witnessing the festive spirit, cooking rituals, and the deep cultural significance of the harvest festival.

To make Sakkarai Pongal, start by washing rice and dal thoroughly and then, cook them together until soft. Next, dissolve grated jaggery in water and strain out impurities to create a jaggery syrup.

During Pongal, people paint their homes with beautiful Kolam designs, prepare traditional meals such as sakkarai pongal, and participate in activities such as cattle racing and bonfires.

While vadai, appam, and other South Indian staples can also be made on the occasion, it is customary to make venn pongal and sakkarai pongal. Why? “Sakkarai Pongal is prepared to signify and celebrate ...

To mark the celebration during Pongal, we paint our homes with beautiful Kolam designs, prepare traditional meals such as sakkarai pongal, the celebration is a joyful occasion that draws families ...

The second day of the Pongal festival, Surya Pongal, often referred to as Thai Pongal, holds the greatest importance among the festivities. This day is set aside for the veneration of the Sun God ...

Ven Pongal is a savoury dish prepared with lentils and rice. It is flavoured with the ghee and spices. It is a healthy breakfast and lunch option.