Gongura leaves
These tart, tangy leaves are an inherent part of Telugu cuisine and culture.
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Loquat
Loquat trees are laden with bright orange fruit just as winter starts to recede.
Mulberry
Also known as King’s Berries, mulberries are delicate, tart summer staples.
Nettle
While nettle leaves are known to fiercely sting, they are prized for their nourishing and medicinal properties.
Apricot
This soft, sweet stone fruit is an important marker of the region of Ladakh.
Bay leaf
Added whole and removed just before serving, this leaf adds a subtle woody fragrance to dishes.
Sweet Basil Seeds / Sabja
Tiny seeds that double in size when soaked, sabja is popularly used to make desserts and cooling beverages.
Chaunsa Mango
Known for its exceptional sweetness, rich aroma, and almost buttery texture, Chaunsa is a crowd favourite.
Hog Plum
This sweet-and-sour fruit can be enjoyed raw, cooked, or pickled.
Kalari cheese
Made by hand, this cheese is sun-dried to develop a hard exterior while the inside remains soft.
Gular
Commonly found growing in clusters along the road, these fruits are abundant but often neglected.