Shift: Whenever the name of Pali is mentioned, the world famous Gulab Halwa is automatically remembered, which is known not only in the country but also abroad. Be it any festival or teej, buying Gulab Halwa is the first priority of the people.
These days, the festival of Rakshabandhan is near, and in such a situation, the sisters of Pali are flocking to buy Gulab Halwa for their brothers. Sisters are sending Gulab Halwa as a sweet along with Rakhi to their brothers living outside Pali city, outside the state, or outside the country.
The most famous brand of Gulab Halwa in Pali is “Chain Ji Ka Gulab Halwa”, where sisters gather in large numbers during Raksha Bandhan. The situation is such that sisters have to wait for their turn to buy Gulab Halwa a day before and on the day of Raksha Bandhan.
Thousands of kilos of Gulab Halwa is being sold every day in Pali due to Rakshabandhan and Sawan. Some people even come from nearby districts to buy Gulab Halwa from Pali. In this holy month of Sawan, Gulab Halwa is also being offered to Lord Shiva in temples.
Why is Pali’s Gulab Halwa famous?
The secret of the recipe of Gulab Halwa is that it is cooked at the right time with milk, sugar and a little cardamom. The special climate of Pali and the skill of the local artisans also play an important role in its taste. Whoever tastes it once, cannot stop himself from eating it again. This is the reason why Pali’s Gulab Halwa has become a part of a business worth crores today.
Also available in other districts apart from Pali:
Today, this halwa of Pali is being sold in sweet shops of many cities of Rajasthan including Jodhpur. Gulab Puri’s brand has 10 branches in Pali and Jodhpur, and through food chains, halwa is supplied across the country. Also, whenever the expatriates living abroad come here, they take it with them.
This halwa is sold for up to Rs 300 per kg:
This famous Gulab Halwa of Pali, which takes a lot of time to make, is mainly made from milk, sugar and cardamom. Due to normal cost, its retail price is also equal to normal sweets. This is the reason why this wonderful tasting halwa is accessible to everyone from the common people to the elite. Various brands in the market sell it for Rs 280 to 300 per kg.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : August 17, 2024, 09:19 IST
