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Finger Millet: A Basic Part of Tamil Tradition

In Tamil Nadu, finger millet is called “Kurakkan.”(குரக்கன்) or “Keraikadan” (கேரிகடன்) It’s not just a healthy grain there. It’s really important in Tamil culture, used a lot in farming, cooking, and even in religious ceremonies. There’s evidence that people in Tamil Nadu have been growing finger millet for more than 3,000 years. We know this […]

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Hibiscus: A Cultural Connection in Tamil Life

Tamil people, like folks in many other places, use hibiscus flowers in lots of different ways for everyday stuff and special events. Here are some common ways they use hibiscus: Cooking: Tamil cooks often use hibiscus flowers to give their dishes extra flavor and color. They might put them in salads, sauces, or sprinkle them […]