A Beginner’s Guide to South Indian Sweets: Names, Flavours and Where They Come From

South Indian sweets can feel a little intimidating if you’ve grown up mostly around North Indian mithai – the names are unfamiliar, the textures are different, and it’s not always obvious where to start. If you’re curious but not sure what to try first, here’s a simple breakdown to get you oriented. Start Here If […]
Athirasam vs Badusha: Which Traditional Sweet Wins Your Heart?

Some debates never really get resolved – Madras vs Chennai, filter coffee vs instant, and in the world of Tamil sweets, Athirasam vs Badusha. Both are festival staples, both are deep-fried, and both have devoted fans who’ll defend their pick without much hesitation. So let’s actually break this down, properly. Athirasam: The Jaggery Classic Athirasam […]