A meal with a Goan Family
When we talk about Goa, people think about sun, sand and having a meal by the beach. Goa has a very deep connection with its cuisine. Having a good family time and feasting on some delicious food is the part of the traditional Goan experience. Even in all of the festivals and at weddings you can have a glimpse of the lavish tables occupied with homemade treats and meals that are amazing. The Goan cuisine had its roots with the Hindu culture but is greatly influenced by the Portuguese culture and that's what makes the Goan food so unique. Fresh seafood and Pork preparations are a must try while your stay in the city. So basically you can say that the heart and soul of the Goan cuisine lie in the food and the local kitchens. Families get together amongst laughter to cook the perfect food. And you can have the same experience of having a homestyle food that is presented with tender love and care just for you. Know about the culture and get to know the local culture and make new friends.
- Timings : 09:00 hrs- 16:00 Hrs
- Fitness level: Easy
- Popularity: ***
You will get to meet your local host at the hotel. Then a visit to the ethnographic museum called the Goa Chitra museum. Here the founder of the museum Victor Hugo Gomez explains the interesting facts and objective of the museum that is the preservation of the local history by collecting and restoring the original implements. Without any kind of government funding, the founder has managed to carry out the task successfully. We recommend a guided tour as it offers detailed information about the use of a lot of implements.
Then later in the day, a small drive will take you to Margao village,that was in the early centuries known as Goa's second best city after Panjim although now it is the biggest city of Goa. The crowd here is lively and the local market has a huge variety of items that you can buy. Also here you can find food stalls serving some delicious fresh fruits and vegetables.
Then meet a local Goan couple for lunch at a Portuguese manor house, having a variety of artifacts and architecture that you must have never seen before. The lunch will be served at a restored vicarage that with hard work of the Goan couple can be seen now in all its glory.
Now while relaxing on the covered veranda, you'll be having your lunch. The delicious Portuguese influenced home cooked meal has prawns, fish, curry, rice, vegetables, and bread. After lunch, we shall drop you at your hotel and adieu with great smiles.
- The entire trip will be assisted by localhost.
- Explore the breathtaking landscape while on the move.
- A visit to the ethnographic museum in the city, Goa Chitra Museum.
- Have a look around the Margao city.
- Enjoy a delightful meal with a Goan family.
- Drinking water will be provided to the guest.
- Wear comfortable casuals like T-shirts and shorts.
- Can wear any kind of footwear.
- Kid friendly tour.
- First aid kit available.
- No access to the Internet
- Alcohol is prohibited.
- Make sure you carry your own sunscreen, cap, sunglasses and insect repellant.
