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Ugadi Festival Guide
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Significance of Ugadi
It is believed that the creator of the Hindu pantheon Lord Brahma started creation
on this day - Chaitra suddha padhyami or the Ugadi day. Also the great Indian Mathematician
Bhaskaracharya's calculations proclaimed the Ugadi day from the sunrise on as the
beginning of the new year, new month and new day. The onset of spring also marks
a beginning of new life with plants (barren until now) acquiring new life, shoots
and leaves. Spring is considered the first season of the year hence also heralding
a new year and a new beginning. The vibrancy of life and verdent fields, meadows
full of colorful blossoms signifies growth, prosperity and well-being.
With the coming of Ugadi, the naturally perfumed jasmines (mallepulu) spread a sweet
fragrance which is perhaps unmatched by any other in nature's own creation! While
large garlands of jasmine are offered to Gods in homes and temples, jasmine flowers
woven in clusters adorn the braids of women. Ugadi is thus a festival of many shades.
It ushers in the new year, brings a rich bounce of flora and fills the hearts of
people with joy and contentment!.....
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Ugadi Decorations
Ugadi, Telugu New Year, is celebrated in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.
The entrance of household is decorated with fresh mango leaves. Legend says it Kartik
(or Subramanya) and Ganesha, the two sons of Lord Siva and Parvathi were fond of
mangoes. Mango leaves at the doorway signifies a good harvest season and general
well being. Colorful floral designs on the ground are the common sightseeing of
the day. People also splash fresh cow dung water on the ground in front of their
house.
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UGADI PACHCHADI
It is a season for raw mangoes spreading its aroma in the air and the fully blossomed
neem tree that makes the air healthy. Also, jaggery made with fresh crop of sugarcane
adds a renewed flavor to the typical dishes associated with Ugadi. Ugadi pachchadi
is one such dish that has become synonymous with Ugadi. It is made of new jaggery,
raw mango pieces and neem flowers and new tamarind which truly reflect life - a
combination of sweet, sour and bitter tastes!
Ugadi is celebrated with festive fervor in Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.
While it is called Ugadi in A.P. and Karnataka, in Maharashtra it is known as "Gudipadava".
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GOLD
Meena Jewellers
Babukhan Estate,
Basheerbagh, Hyd.
Tel : 040-2329509
Tibarumal Gems & Jewels
Rd No. 2, Banjatrahills, Hyd. Tel : 040-40329900
Basundhara Exotic Jewellers
Tel : 040-9396884022
Mangatrai Jewellers
Tel : 040 23411816
Shree Jewellers
Rd No. 36, Jubilee Hills, Hyd
Tel : 040-49080888
Mangatrai Gems
Punjagutta Cross Road,
Basheerbagh,
Madhapur,
Hyderabad.
Tel : 040-66139999
Malabar Gold Hyderabad
Somajiguda, Hyderabad
Tel: 040 -32007916
Khazana Jewellery
Somajiguda, Abids Road, Hyderabad.
Tel : Tel: 040-66639900
G.R.Thanga Maligai Jewellers (P) Ltd
Somajiguda Circle,
Hyderabad - 500 082.
Tel : 040-2341 4999
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Silver Stores
Sri M R Pearls & Silver Jewellers Nampally Tel : 040-66667422/9849497507
Kastur Jewellers Old Malakpet Tel : 9848960602
Marvy Jewels Abids Tel: 9966125128
Totaram Maganlal & Sons
Azamabad Tel : 9666033300
Arianna
Inorbit Mall
Tel : 66105645
Balika
Gulzar Houz, Charkaman
Tel : 66718999.
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Costume Bling
Aabhushan Kacheguda Tel : 040-27554114
Mystique Designs
Rd No. 10, Banjara Hills, Tel :040-23305009/9246369150
Chaahat
Chirag Ali Lane, Abids
Tel :040-66467747
Nischay Jewels
Troop Bazar
Tel : 9246344030.
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Festive Moments
Kadambini kanta Khemani's store in somajiguda has wide variety of sherwanis, jodhapuris and kurtas.
Tel: 23312322
Lagan
Panjagutta A one-stop shop for all your festive finery including turbans and jootis.
Tel : 66773667
Zawaj
Begumpet, Famous for its embroidered kurtas ar affordable prices.
Tel : 6627997.
The entire stretch of pathergathi, leading up to Charminar boasts of many outlets exclusively for men. Some like zain and Iqbal Brothers have been around for decades. Another such store is Maqdoom Brothers.
Tel 23351608.
Also Banjara Hills
A great choice if budget is not an issue – Stocks some of the best Indian designers.
Tel: 66046950
Manyavar banjara Hills
Has a wide variety of ethnic wear for men at affordable rates.
Tel : 4011 3333
Fab India
Has a great selection of silk kurtas which are ideal for pujas.
Tel : 23353956
Personna
Has a great selection of traditional wear for men, kurtas.
Tel : 23354411
Bijal Mehta
Distillery Road, Hyderbasti
Secundrabad
Tel : 9908217788
Meenakshi Rathi
Saleem Nagar,
Malakpet
Tel : 9866053302
Om Creations
Rd no. 63,
Jubilee Hills,
Tel : 9866053302
Riddhi Siddhi
Rd no. 12,
Banjara hills
Tel : 9849451097
Urban Treasures
Rd no. 37
Jubilee Hills
Tel:9849011690
Yamini Gupta
Rd no. 8,
Banjara Hills
Tell: 9246543422
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Traditional Clothes
Bhargavi
Banjara Hills Tel : 9989899881
Sakhi
Banjara Hills
Tel : 40045550
Sreeja Fashions Tel :66250047.
Brisah
Punjagutta Tel : 23423443
Also
Rd no. 8, Banjara Hills
Tel : 23351608
Simran Collections
Manhankali Temple Street,
Ramkoti Tel : 9290631327.
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For a fabulous festive look
This festive season is going to be colorful, very upfront with an amalgamation of colors. The ideal look is basic, with lots of textures and derivation.
It's going to be all about colors, with salmon, green, rust and persian blue being the firm favorites.
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Footwear Fitish
Shoe World
Secunderabad Tel : 24576852
Minar Footwear
Madina Tel : 66331529, 9866781529
Kolhapuri Handicrafts
Abids Tel : 9247184566.
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Custom made for "U"
Flora Fashions Tel : 2355 4509/ 9949607235
Zeenaths Designers Tel : 9618030720
Faporazee Tel : 9949494744.
Vimal Ladies Tailors Tel : 9053510389.
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Festive Foods
Pappu Maharaj : 9849491400
Essen Caterers: 994910032
Raghuveer Maharaj: 9985714271
Surbhi Caterers: 040-65945555
Ahkyan Caterers: 9849248558
Heera Panna: 9849000270
Sufi Caterers: 9885400071
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Sweets Shops
Almond House
Location - Jubilee Hills, Himayat Nagar, Hyderabad
Also See - Sweet Shops, Food Product Retailers, Almond Retailers
Sri Krishna Sweets Pvt Ltd
Location - Ameerpet,Disuknagar, Hyderabad Secunderabad
Also See - Sweet Shops, Sweet Shop Gift Pack, Sweet Shop Party Order
Delhi Mithaiwala
Location - Ameerpet, Jeedimetla, Ramnagar, Old Bowenpally, Hyderabad
Also See - Sweet Shops
Vellanki Foods
Location - Begumpet, Madhura Nagar Ameerpet, Hyderabad
Also See - Sweet Shops, Sweet Shops-Haldiram, Sweet Shop Sugar Free Item.
Pulla Reddy G Sweets
Location - Vikrampuri Colony, Greenlands Rd, Begumpet, Punjagutta,
Raithi Bowli X Road, Mehdipatnam, Vivikananda Nager,, Kukatpalli,
Lalitha Nagar, Gaddi Annaram, N.G.O's Colony Road, Sachivalaya Nagar, Vanasthalipuram, Hyderabad
Also See - Sweet Shops, Sweet Shops-Haldiram, Sweet Shop Gift Pack
Agra Sweet
Location - Masab Tank, Charminar, Panjagutta Hyderabad
Also See - Sweet Shops, Dry Fruit Retailers, Chats
Swagruha Foods
Location - Vanasthalipuram, Ameerpet, Erragadda, KPHB Colony, Ramanthapur, Hyderabad
Also See - Sweet Shops, Food Home Made
Tiwari Brothers Sweets
Location - 6-3-641, Beside Khairatabad Traffic Signal, Khairatabad, Hyderabad - 500004
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Eating Out
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Plan the Party
FOOD
Food is one of the most important ingredients of a successful party. Since I am a marwari, Rajasthani Cuisine is a must. Continental cuisine is also recommended because a lot of people, especially from the corporate sector, enjoy it. Having three cuisines is a good idea (especially South India) as it offers a variety to the guests.
ENTERTAINMENT
During Diwali bashes, always ensure that there is one corner where you have a good DJ who plays musics. Flying down good bartenders is also a great idea.
DECOR
Festivals are also about traditions and showcasting your culture. An integral part of my parties are the Rajasthani cots (made of jute), with round pillows, for people to relax-it also gives an informal and cozy look.
BAR
The size of a bar depends on the crowd, but always ensure that the bar isn't crowded and there are enough people to serve the guests.
GER PLAYFUL
Deepti : 8008252542
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Let There Be Light
Sankriti
Begum Bazar
Tel : 9290680588
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Festive Recipes
Malpua
Ingredients:
1/2 kg maida.
750 gm sugar.
1/2 ltr.milk.
1 cup grated coconut.
6 bananas.
25gm dry fruits.
5-6 ilaichi.
1 ltr. Refined oil.
Process
1 Boil the milk and stir it till it becomes thick. Then cool it.
2 In the milk add maida, sugar, dryfruits , coconut and ilaichi powder .Stir it till it becomes a paste.
3 Make banana paste and add it into the maida paste.
4 Hot oil in a pan. Make round shaped balls of the paste.
5 F ry these till they turn red.
Wheat Laddu
Ingredients:
1 cup Wheat Flour
1/4 cup Gram Flour
11/2 cup Sugar Powder
1/4 cup Grated Coconut
1/4 cup Dry Fruit almonds, raisins, kaju etc
1 cup Ghee
Preparation:
1. Heat the ghee.
2. Put both the flours in the heated ghee.
3. When nearly roasted put coconut and sliced dry fruit in the mixture.
4. Now put the ground sugar in the mixture and stir thoroughly.
5. Take off from the heat quickly and make laddus. You may also put the mixture in an oil based thali & make small pieces.
Mushrooms in Onion Gravy
Ingredients :
200 gm Mushrooms
3 Onions
2 Tomatoes, finely chopped or pureed
3 Green chillies, finely chopped
Coriander leaves
Salt as per taste
Red chili powder as per taste
A pinch of garam masala powder
A pinch of cardamom powder
Oil
Preparation :
1. Slice mushrooms, boil them and keep aside.
2. Make a paste of the onions.
3. Heat oil in a wok and add the onion paste; cook till the paste turns golden brown.
4. Add the tomatoes, green chilies, salt and red chilli powder.
5. Cook the tomatoes till the gravy leaves the sides of the wok.
6. Add water if required.
7. Add the mushrooms and cook for a while.
8. Season with garam masala powder, cardamom powder and coriander leaves.
Besan ki Barfi
Ingredients :
Besan 1 kg
Sugar 1 kg
Water 1/2 liter
Ghee 1 kg
For garnishing: Pistas, Almonds
Preparation :
1. Fry besan in ghee on low flame for about 30 mins till it becomes pink and ghee separates.
2. Mix sugar and water into a syrup.
3. Add this syrup to the besan and mix well.
4. Pour this mixture into a greased tray.
5. When it cools cut into cubes and garnish with pistas and almonds.
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UGADI PANCHANGAM
A panchāngam is a Hindu calendar and almanac, which follows conventional models
of Native indian time keeping, and provides essential schedules and their computations
in a tabulated type. It is sometimes written Pancanga, Panchanga, Panchaanga, or
Panchānga, and is noticeable Panchāngam. Pachangas are used in Jyotisha....
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