Greenery in the neighbourhood, fresh blossoms everywhere, jasmines adorning every woman's hair, sparkly clean houses, entrances filled with vibrant rangolis, the aroma of poli and pulihora, the recital of Panchangasravanam can mean only one event - the festival UGADI
Ugadi is a Telugu festival marking the beginning of a new year. While it is called Ugadi in Andhra and Karnataka, it is Gudipadava in Maharashtra. Ugadi is celebrated on the Shukla Paksha of the first month (Chaitra Masam) in the first season of the year i.e. Spring (Vasanta Ritu). It is believed that the creator of the world Lord Brahma started creation on this day - "Chaitra Suddha Padhyami" or the Ugadi day.
Ugadi Pachadi and Poli (bobbattu) are a must on Ugadi. Mango pulihora provides a nice contrast to the poli. Vadalu are made for most festivals. Pappu, Potato talimpu and Poli charu are other mouthwatering dishes that accompany the rice. Finish it off with a glass of majjiga (lassi) to digest everything. Being well-fed, you will find sleep just around the corner and your bed inviting you.
Ugadi Meal : Ugadi pachadi, Poli, Mamidikaya pulihora, minapa vadalu, pappu, bangaladumpa kura, poli charu and majjiga
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