Uttarayan🪁 meant two days of non-stop kite-flying on the nani's terrace with the cousins, with plates of seasonal goodies perfect for the cool winters. The one almost synonymous to the festival is chikki. I love the unhulled, nuttier black sesame so much. That, when paired with sumac flavored chocolate ganache is a flavor combo to revel in.

Your favorite cozy spot, a good book and a cuppa steaming vegan hot chocolate. Need I say more?

Magaz is made with besan/chickpea gram flour, ghee, sugar and cardamom for flavoring and topped with a generous amount of slivered almonds. I added dry ginger powder to add extra warmth to the fudge (and your body!) The best replacement I have done is use monkfruit sweetener instead of sugar, making it a truly healthy dessert.