Summer is here, and so are the mangoes in the Goan markets!

Katia Goes

What's that aroma?

With the onset of summer in Goa, one can already smell the delicious smell of mangoes ripening.

Goa|Mango season| Goan markets|Summertime

Mangoes in the Goan market

Speaking of mangoes, did you know that there are different varieties of this fruit available in the Goan markets?

Goa|Mango Season| Goan markets|Summertime| Raw mango and chilly

Mankurad

A Goan favourite, the mankurad, is a must have during summer in Goa.

Goa|Mango season| Goan markets|Summertime|Mankurad mangoes | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

Alphonso

Christened after Afonso de Albuquerque, this variety is loved by all.

Goa|Mango season| Goan markets|Summertime| Alphonso mangoes | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

Totapuri

Slice and enjoy with a dash of mirchi powder and salt - thank me later!

Goa|Mango season| Goan markets|Summertime| Totapuri mangoes | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

Badami

Available from May to July, these mangoes travel a short distance from Karnataka to reach Goa.

Goa|Mango season| Goan markets|Summertime| Badami mangoes | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

Sindhura

The name Sindhura comes from the skin's colour which wears the shades of vermilion or sindoor when completely matured. 

Goa|Mango season| Goan markets|Summertime| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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