A great way to enjoy this vegetarian lentil curry not only on Pongal (A Tamil harvest festival), but also on those special days when you crave for some simple comfort food. Though this is a special ...

Cultural Significance: Ven Pongal embodies the festival’s practical side—a dish that nourishes and sustains. Its warming spices are ideal for Tamil Nadu’s cooler January mornings ...

The Thai Pongal is celebrated in the first month of the Tamil calendar ... This Pongal variety is called Ven Pongal. “Ven” means white. Another variety is also prepared with dhal and jaggery ...