Facets of Tulunadu culture came alive at a prototype 'Guttina Mane' (a traditional house for a clan with an open courtyard) at Pilikula Nisargadhama.
The occasion was a programme titled 'aatitonji dino' ( a day in the Hindu lunar month of 'aashada') organised by Pilikula Nisargadhama Society.
People tasted 22 delicious delicacies of the coastal belt at the 'nadu mane' (sheltered area around courtyard) besides witnessing some of the ancient household articles, agriculture related articles , old bamboo baskets, wooden game articles, pottery items and articles used in 'bhoota worship' ( spirit worship). The special Aashada delicacies were made by enthusiastic women at their own places and brought to 'Guttina Mane' .
Shankari T.Alva had cooked 'neeruppad chutni' ( chutni prepared from mango pieces stuffed in salt water) . There were coastal specific dishes such as 'patrode', 'kuda chutni, 'timere chutni', ' pejakai chutni' ,'mude' " manjal ireta gatti'.
Students rendered folk songs. Some women shared the tricks of the trade of preparing dishes of the 'aati' month. Books on Tulu culture and literature were put on sale.
People enjoyed the serene atmosphere in the village. They felt free there.
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