To call Avakaya a mere pickle is doing injustice. It is the mythical Amrutham or elixir of my life. On days when I’m down and out, avakaya mixed with hot rice brings me back to life. Avakaya is a ...

Pickle-making in Andhra kitchens is often treated like a ritual rather than a routine task. It is done in batches, with careful attention to texture, timing and proportions, and usually reserved for ...

Summers bring with them a sense of nostalgia, despite the scorching heat. As kids, we yearned for summers for more reasons than one. Besides the point that summer vacation was always a big relief, the ...

Blending the Andhra avakaya with curd is one instant chutney alternative Mixing a spoonful of Andhra avakaya or the mango pickle with a bowl of curd is always a ready to make chutney idea if you are ...

This WhatsApp message from a counsellor friend, with a heart emoji was not only a positive one that lifts the spirits during lockdown; but also equals trust to the process of making what is a staple ...

Hyderabad: In a heartfelt tribute to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana’s rich culinary legacy, ADI at The Leela Hyderabad recently presented The Avakaya Experience- an immersive celebration centred around ...

Director Prasanth Varma and the team behind the film 'Hanu-Man' actively promote the movie with the release of its third single, 'Avakaya Anjaneya.' The song seamlessly integrates the tradition of ...

A sunny evening, a lively gathering, and the aroma of spices in the air — this is what The Avakaya Experience at ADI, The Leela Hyderabad, felt like. Guests were welcomed with evening snacks such as ...