1. Pulao A festival like Christmas goes up a notch higher in festive spirit when the fragrance or aroma of rice richly cooked in vegetable or meat broth soothes the senses, delights the visuals, satiates the taste buds and say goodbye to hunger

1. Pulao A festival like Christmas goes up a notch higher in festive spirit when the fragrance or aroma of rice richly cooked in vegetable or meat broth soothes the senses, delights the visuals, satiates the taste buds and say goodbye to hunger

2. Dohneiiong A comfort food for Christmas which is a traditional staple is Dohneiiong which is a pork dish cooked with black sesame seeds

2. Dohneiiong A comfort food for Christmas which is a traditional staple is Dohneiiong which is a pork dish cooked with black sesame seeds

3. Ja Stem A delicious rice dish cooked with loads of vegetables and the classic ingredient is turmeric although mostly it is done with the very fragrant, organically grown Lakadong turmeric, which is native to Meghalaya.

3. Ja Stem A delicious rice dish cooked with loads of vegetables and the classic ingredient is turmeric although mostly it is done with the very fragrant, organically grown Lakadong turmeric, which is native to Meghalaya.

4. Jadoh It is a rice-based Khasi delicacy from Meghalaya which literally translated to "rice meat", where meat, usually pork, is added to rice and cooked into a savoury dish

4. Jadoh It is a rice-based Khasi delicacy from Meghalaya which literally translated to "rice meat", where meat, usually pork, is added to rice and cooked into a savoury dish

5. Pukhlein A crispy sweet snack made by deep frying rice flour with jaggery and is especially eaten in large quantities during festive occasions like Christmas

5. Pukhlein A crispy sweet snack made by deep frying rice flour with jaggery and is especially eaten in large quantities during festive occasions like Christmas

6. Roasted Meat Christmas in Meghalaya is incomplete without the consumption of roasted meat and pork, chicken, beef, turkey are enjoyed by slow cooking it and eating with traditional wine

6. Roasted Meat Christmas in Meghalaya is incomplete without the consumption of roasted meat and pork, chicken, beef, turkey are enjoyed by slow cooking it and eating with traditional wine

7. Fried Meat X-mas in Meghalaya is incomplete without the consumption of fried meat and pork, chicken are enjoyed in deep fried form and eating with traditional wine

7. Fried Meat X-mas in Meghalaya is incomplete without the consumption of fried meat and pork, chicken are enjoyed in deep fried form and eating with traditional wine

8. Gingerbread Baked goods from cakes to cookies are too made creatively in varieties and are gifted, shared and distributed in good spirits annually in Christmas

8. Gingerbread Baked goods from cakes to cookies are too made creatively in varieties and are gifted, shared and distributed in good spirits annually in Christmas

9. Rum Infused Eggnog It is a rich, creamy, and spiced holiday beverage that is traditionally fortified with rum, bourbon, or brandy. It can be easily made at home using a few simple ingredients, with the option to use raw or cooked eggs for safety

9. Rum Infused Eggnog It is a rich, creamy, and spiced holiday beverage that is traditionally fortified with rum, bourbon, or brandy. It can be easily made at home using a few simple ingredients, with the option to use raw or cooked eggs for safety

10. Mulled Wine It is a warm, spiced alcoholic beverage traditionally made with red wine, citrus, and various mulling spices and served during the winter and holiday season

10. Mulled Wine It is a warm, spiced alcoholic beverage traditionally made with red wine, citrus, and various mulling spices and served during the winter and holiday season

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