'Goenchem Fest' was a celebration of Goa’s culinary delights

A SHOWCASE OF GOAN CULTURE

The 5th edition of Goenchem Fest was celebrated at The Park Calangute, North Goa, over the weekend. Organised by The Goa Culinary Club, the event showcased the diversity of the local cuisine and culture.

KEEPING TRADITION ALIVE

This year, members of the Culinary Club celebrated nature's bounty of the summer months along with the annual local purument tradition.

FLAVOURS OF THE SEASON

Using his culinary expertise, Chef Amol Desai from Canacona brought the fruits and spices of the summer months to the table.

CREATIVITY UNLIMITED

With participation from local entrepreneurs, the fest also featured a flea market, foot-tapping Konkani music and games, with spirits like urrak and neero flowing through the evening.

EXPLORING LOCAL TALENT

Chefs delved into community kitchens (Luso included) such as Chef Peter's Kitchens, Marlene's Tasty Treats, The Park and Foodybreaks to name a few. A peek at how local fruit wines were made during this season was one of the attractions of the event.

LOCAL CUISINE

Many chefs gave demos of various dishes, which gave the guests a taste of modernity that has crept into Goan kitchens.

A WALK TO REMEMBER

Women members of the club walked the ramp in sarees draped in myriad styles by noted designer Ritu Puri.

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