•Gudi Padwa, the Maharashtrian New Year, is celebrated with vibrant traditions and a focus on sweet dishes symbolizing prosperity and joy.
•The article features three special recipes to mark the occasion: Puran Poli with Mango Filling, Healthy Mango Shrikhand with Puri, and Coconut Puran Poli.
•Puran Poli with Mango Filling, by Atul Kumar Verma, uses whole wheat flour dough and a sweet mango-jaggery filling, optionally with chana dal.
•Healthy Mango Shrikhand with Puri, by Pastry Chef Reshma Bhosale, offers a lighter version of shrikhand made with hung curd, fresh mango pulp, and honey/jaggery, served with crispy puris.
•Coconut Puran Poli, by Chef Nitin Borate, provides a unique twist with a filling of freshly grated coconut and jaggery, encased in a soft wheat flour dough.
