August ’25 Laxmisagar

From temple bites to indigenous kitchen finds, LFC Bhubaneswar blends ancient heritage with homely heat. Come for the pakhala hacks and mustard flavours, stay for the comfort that sticks to your fingers.

Photos by Content Volunteer, Tiyali Bose.

HOST

Soumya Suvangi

CO-HOST

Rishi Roy

CONTENT VOLUNTEER

Tiyali Bose

WHERE WE MET

Prangan by Mango Hotels is a boutique stay in the heart of Bhubaneswar, offering modern rooms, a multi-cuisine restaurant, and warm hospitality—just minutes from the city’s temples, airport, and railway station.

What Members Said

The games conducted were fun and innovative! The venue was clean and well-maintained, and had comfortable seating and a thoughtful layout that made everyone feel at ease.

Rini

I loved it! Special thanks to Tiyali Bose for the amazing pictures and for being such a good sport. And thank you to Suvangi for being such a good host!

Rishi

The meetups look amazing! I am so glad to see the community thriving like this!

Rachit

What We Loved

From tying friendship bands on school benches to tying them again at the LFC table, this month’s theme of ‘friendship and food’ brought back childhood memories.

The fresh jackfruit from member Syamantak’s backyard, a true taste of the season.

Biri Chop, a beloved street snack from Odisha, is made by grinding urad dal into a spiced batter and frying it till golden and crisp.

MEET YOUR HOST

Soumya Suvangi is a content writer and strategist based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. A lifelong food enthusiast, she loves to explore the intersection of food, memory, and culture. More of a foodie and less of a chef, Soumya believes storytelling is as essential as seasoning.

What does local mean to you?

‘Local’ means food with a face and a story—grown nearby, rooted in tradition, and carrying the essence of its people.

What is your most enduring food memory?

Eating pakhala (water rice) with the rest of my family. I loved how cooling it was in the sweltering summers, and how easily it put me into a food coma.

What is the most adventurous food you've tried and loved?

Probably crab curry. I ate it a few years ago and it was so good! I was mad at myself for waiting this long to try it.

What is one unusual food pairing you swear by?

Chakuli and Chicken Kosha. Their chemistry is off the charts and my taste buds are in the seventh heaven.

How do you see your Local Food Club flourishing?

By creating a space where stories, ingredients, and people come together—sharing meals, recipes, and laughter that linger far beyond the table.