Head to the hills for a ‘soppu’ dish and more

The Nilgiris Earth Festival 2024, held in Ooty from December 19-22, will showcase the unique Badaga cuisine, highlighting dishes like erigi hittu and sandagai. The festival emphasizes sustainable eating with locally sourced produce and features a walk through rare native plant species. Attendees can also enjoy artisanal markets, indigenous performances, and sessions on ancient farming traditions.