AN ANALYTICAL STUDY OF UTTARAKHAND CUISINE

Akinik Publication , 2023

Uttarakhand is the holy land of many deities and local cuisines. There are more than two hundred folk gods and goddesses in the mountains. Uttarakhand was formed in the year 2000 and earlier it was a part of Uttar Pradesh. At the time of its formation it was known as Uttaranchal. Uttarakhand is a state of 13 districts in which 7 are in Garhwal Mandal & 6 in Kumaon Mandal. Uttarakhand is very rich in terms of tourism. Uttarakhand tourism has expanded throughout the years, with many stunning tourist destinations and delectable cuisines. In 2021, Uttarakhand received around 20018115 visitors This beautiful north Indian state is famous for its natural beauty, fauna and flora, Ganges and for the renowned pilgrim sites like Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath. Uttarakhand is also enriched with various cuisines. There are different types of food prepared according to various districts of Uttarakhand but the main problem is that the cuisine of Uttarakhand is not so popular as compared to the other cuisines of the world. This present research paper will critically study about the different cuisines of Uttarakhand and the efforts and projects by the govt and the local people for the promotion of the cuisines. This paper will also suggest how the local cuisine is assisting in the tourism promotion in Uttarakhand.

Sodha Disha, 2023

Uttarakhand is gathering the attention of a large number of tourists due to its mesmerizing natural beauty and abundance of natural resources beautiful mountains, rich culture, organic food, & diversity of people of plains and hills, also gaining popularity as homestays in the hills there they get authentic Pahadi food which is usually organic. The term organic refers to the overall system of food production by using methods and techniques which do not harm the environment. Plants, animals & human beings and avoid the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides and aims for high-quality products. The terms Bio and Eco are used to refer to organic products. The common phrase “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach “simply exemplifies the delicious food prepared in Uttarakhand. These places have a lot of delicious dishes. While walking through the road up to your favourite place or while visiting Chard ham Yatra, you can enjoy delicious and nutritious local cuisine, these local cuisines represent Uttarakhand in its self in Uttarakhand, you will be greeted by different aromas coming out from the homes of local people and street vendors and mostly this food is prepared on wood and charcoal. This is the unique thing about this cuisine. These cuisines are unique and also very popular among pilgrims and the people who visit for the purpose of pilgrimage. Some of these cuisines are (Mandue Ki Roti, Badi, Kandalee ka Saag, Phaanu, Bhang Ki Chutney, and Arsa ). People are now more concerned about their health they are now adopting organic practices. Uttarakhand is the major producer of organic products this might be one of the reasons for tourist attraction in Uttarakhand. Uttarakhand government has initiated a plan to develop nearly 10,000 organic clusters in the mountain region and the centre has agreed in principle to allocate a budget of 1500 crore to develop 10,000 organic clusters it’s a vision of PM Modi to develop Uttarakhand as an organic state so that it can double the income of farmers by 2022, Many organic farming practices are running in Uttarakhand & there are variety of food which is originated through this practices like (Pahadi Rajma, Gahat daal, Bhatt Daal, Green 416 ¢ 'kksèk&fn'kk ('kksèk vad&62/6) ISSN 0975-735X vegetables Cucumber, Lemon, fruits like Kafal, Khumani and many more). Here people are very fond of dairy products so pure dairy products are easily available here like (Milk, Buttermilk, Curd, Cheese, and Butter). Homestay is another thing which is very popular among tourists these days where tourists can live and see the social and cultural lives of local people and it will bring the tourist close to rich culture and cuisine. The state government is planning to develop 1000 individual and village clusters under the homestay scheme and villagers shall be given loans under the Veer Chandra Singh scheme it was decided to start by the end of 2015.

Unlike other intellectual property laws, the law relating to geographical indications provides incentive to collective traditional knowledge of indigenous communities of a specific geographical origin and such protection leads to economic benefit to the group of people engaged in the production of the goods and in the process, to the entire region from which the protected goods originate. The law of geographical indications is a very effective policy tool for development of backward regions. The present paper seeks to scrutinize the possibility of protection of the famous cuisine of Awadh region of Uttar Pradesh State in India under the Geographical Indications Act.

Neuro Quantology, 2022

Food is one of the basic necessities for the survival of human beings. Travelers can find a wide variety of regional foods in Himachal Pradesh in various regions, cities, and villages. Villages outside of the city's largest districts can still feel the authentic flavors of the local dishes. Local chefs prepare a wide range of dishes on a modest scale, most of them in houses rather than in markets. Non-vegetarian cuisine is more popular in northern India than in other states. Typically, red meat and wheat bread have been staples of Himachali cuisine. A lot of meals start using thick, rich sauce that is seasoned with aromatic compounds. A touristic location's environment is a synthesis of a variety of elements, including faith, creativity, morals, dialect, music, dance, and cuisine, among others. Collectively, culture depicts the way people live in a certain location and various facets of their daily lives. Local foods continue to be a crucial cultural element that every traveler wishes to enjoy while on a trip to any location. This research article based on primary and secondary data through various articles, research paper, online journals etc.

International Journal of Applied Research

Food plays significant role in tourism promotion. Tourist visit a great number of destination in the world but we observed that some places are prominent because of the peculiar local cuisine as we know that Punjab is famous for Makke di Roti or Sarso ka saag, Rajisthan for Daal baati churma, Bihar for Litti Chhokha etc. These all example shows that if we focus in our local food it's may definitely increase the tourist influx. Uttarakhand 27 th state of India situated in the mesmerizing environment of the oak and deodar canopy, snow filled mountains and chilly wind always attract thousands of tourist from the globe but local cuisine neglected till the present. Almora, an ancient hill station in Kumaun, lesser Himalaya and known as a cultural capital of Kumaun. It is not only rich in cultural heritage but also enriched with delicisious and healthy cuisine. Varieties of food are well known here at local level but the special cuisine is not popular as other Indian State cuisine. So the paper attempt to study about various famous cuisine of Almora and its surrounding through the which government develop and promote culinary tourism concept likewise other form of tourism. Culinary tourism paves the way for exploring the antique food which are hidden as the treasure. The present study is based on the survey of 300 purposely and randomly selected tourists from different tourist destination of Almora district.

jetir journal, 2023

Uttarakhand, carved out from the northern part of UP and almost at the foothills of the magnificent Himalayas is an idyllic holiday destination for the family. Historically, the towns of Haridwar and Rishikesh have been centers of religious pilgrimages. It is divided into two broad regions-Garhwali. The state is comprised of 13 districts. Heritage is something which is inherited from our ancestors. It reflects the way of life they lived and the same thing getting transferred from generation in the same form or with modification. The input was given continuously with aim to follow and communicate to our next generation. This is a place where tourist like everything, the only demand left is the sea. The empirical objectives of the study are to find out the tourist perceptions on status of Pahari Cuisine in Uttarakhand, who are visiting in various tourist sites. The studies also analyze the government and local community participation in promotion of local food. The findings also suggest and recommend various measures can be practiced to improve the awareness about the Pahari Cuisine.

ATITHYA: A Journal of Hospitality, 2017

Food plays an important role in attracting tourists to a particular destination because as it reflects a region's culture and lifestyle. The importance of cuisine can affect the tourist to finalize their final destination. Various type of businesses including farms, food outlets or stores, catering colleges, tour operators, homemade alcohol production units, historical monuments, religious attraction and many business can gain their profit from unique cuisines of that particular region. Culinary of a destination can also be categorized as a part of cultural tourism. Which can be the back bone of tourism that can positively present a destination. Local Food consumption of a particular area can be used for the development of that particular destination image. Also the culinary tourism is required for overall development. This paper focus at the importance of the connection between food and tourism which cannot be ignored from tourism point of view. Each tourist destination of uttrakhand offer different variety of natural beauty that can attract tourist from different countries and various places thus the delicious food of uttrakhand which is also rich in medicinal values as it grow on high altitude and harsh climate can be used as the main attraction and promotional tool for the development of tourism in uttrakhand.

2016

Food plays a key role in attracting tourists to a certain destination because of its reflection of a region’s culture and lifestyle. Cuisines has a great impact on traveller’s decisions when choosing their destination. A diverse range of businesses including farms, restaurants, or specialty food stores, cooking school ,tour operators, breweries, wineries, historical attractions and many other businesses across the country have capitalized on their regions culturally unique cuisines to attract visitors. Culinary of a destination are also categorized as a part of cultural tourism. It is not only a basic need for tourist but also a cultural element that can positively present a destination. Food consumption can be used in the development of a destination image. In addition culinary tourism is not only appealing to tourist, but also contributes to the social, economic and environmental development of a destination. The paper aims at the importance of the connection between food and tour...

European Chemical Bulletin, 2023

The wonderful state of Uttarakhand will surely tantalize your taste bud with its mouthwatering culinary delights. Uttarakhand cuisine of the state is not only high in taste but nutritive value also. The development of these cuisines has been shaped by religious beliefs, and in particular by vegetarianism, the same cuisine which comes under the Uttarakhand is it Kumauni cuisine is food of the Kumauni region of Uttarakhand the food is very simple to make but very nutritious. The cuisine is an eternal part of tourism. a cuisine is a style of cooking characterized by distinctive ingredients, techniques and dishes, and usually associated with a specific culture or geographic region.

2020

Since time immemorial, food has been an integral part of any culture. Any gathering of people, will in one way or another involve food in some form. Culturally, sharing of food induces social bonding; and, as humans are social by nature, food becomes an integral part of the society. This paper attempts to research and document the roots of this amalgamation of culinary tourism with culture and describe ways and means for showcasing and, hence, preserving the same. Since the topic is extremely wide in its scope, the focus of the case study has purposely been limited to the state of Rajasthan in India. Rajasthan, popularly known to many as the Land of the Kings, is a beautiful example of India’s age-old opulence and grandeur, traces of which still linger in the air of this state. One of the most colourful and vibrant states in the country, with a strong blend of culture, history, music, cuisine and people wholeheartedly offering hospitality, it’s quite easy falling in love with Rajast...