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Join the Himachali Culinary Competition Today!

Showcase your culinary skills and win exciting prizes with Swaad-e-Himachal's online competition.

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Celebrating Himachali Culinary Excellence

Join us in promoting Himachal's rich culinary heritage through our exciting online competition for local chefs and home chefs. Showcase your talent and connect with food lovers across the region.

A scenic view of snow-capped mountains in the background with a hilly terrain in the foreground. A bright sign with the hashtag '#Julley' is prominently displayed, associated with the 'Lahaul Administration'. A few people are visible near a car at the bottom of the image.
A scenic view of snow-capped mountains in the background with a hilly terrain in the foreground. A bright sign with the hashtag '#Julley' is prominently displayed, associated with the 'Lahaul Administration'. A few people are visible near a car at the bottom of the image.

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Culinary Tourism

Culinary Competition Hub

Join our Himachali culinary competition and showcase your unique recipes to the world.

Video Submission Portal
A culinary presentation featuring fried samosas, prawns, and an assortment of fresh vegetables and berries on a dark serving board. The background shows blurred figures handling a dish, adding a dynamic element to the composition.
A culinary presentation featuring fried samosas, prawns, and an assortment of fresh vegetables and berries on a dark serving board. The background shows blurred figures handling a dish, adding a dynamic element to the composition.

Submit your recipe videos via WhatsApp and gain visibility across social media platforms.

A large sign with the text '#DESTINATION UTTARAKHAND' stands prominently in an outdoor setting. The letters are bold and colorful, positioned against a backdrop of a stadium-like structure with flags of various colors around. People can be seen in the background walking across the area.
A large sign with the text '#DESTINATION UTTARAKHAND' stands prominently in an outdoor setting. The letters are bold and colorful, positioned against a backdrop of a stadium-like structure with flags of various colors around. People can be seen in the background walking across the area.
A person holding a white plate with various foods, including two metal bowls with lentils and curry, a piece of flatbread, sauces, and a green chili. The background features a scenic view of a lush green mountainous landscape under a blue sky with clouds.
A person holding a white plate with various foods, including two metal bowls with lentils and curry, a piece of flatbread, sauces, and a green chili. The background features a scenic view of a lush green mountainous landscape under a blue sky with clouds.
Leaderboard Tracking

Track likes, comments, and shares to see how you rank among other talented chefs.

Promoting Local Talent

Support and celebrate Himachal's culinary artists through our dedicated platform.
A culinary presentation of a dish displayed on a gridded platform with a backdrop of a softly lit interior. Each serving appears to have a creamy base topped with a delicate golden crispy element, possibly savory or sweet delicacies arranged artfully.
A culinary presentation of a dish displayed on a gridded platform with a backdrop of a softly lit interior. Each serving appears to have a creamy base topped with a delicate golden crispy element, possibly savory or sweet delicacies arranged artfully.

Gallery

Showcasing the culinary talents of Himachal's finest chefs.

A woman prepares food in a rustic, warmly-lit kitchen. Various ingredients and dishes are displayed on a wooden countertop, with signs indicating items like crispy pancakes and fried wonton with crabmeat. Traditional clay stoves and bowls are prominently featured, creating an inviting, artisanal atmosphere.
A woman prepares food in a rustic, warmly-lit kitchen. Various ingredients and dishes are displayed on a wooden countertop, with signs indicating items like crispy pancakes and fried wonton with crabmeat. Traditional clay stoves and bowls are prominently featured, creating an inviting, artisanal atmosphere.
A rustic wooden table is adorned with various culinary ingredients and decorative elements. A hand reaches in to hold a cinnamon stick, surrounded by spices like star anise, garlic, and peppercorns. A plate displays a selection of fresh ingredients including green chilies, shallots, and ginger. Beside it, tropical leaves and traditional decorative items, possibly torches or lanterns, enhance the aesthetic. The setting suggests a theme of natural and traditional cooking or celebration.
A rustic wooden table is adorned with various culinary ingredients and decorative elements. A hand reaches in to hold a cinnamon stick, surrounded by spices like star anise, garlic, and peppercorns. A plate displays a selection of fresh ingredients including green chilies, shallots, and ginger. Beside it, tropical leaves and traditional decorative items, possibly torches or lanterns, enhance the aesthetic. The setting suggests a theme of natural and traditional cooking or celebration.
A rustic arrangement of culinary ingredients features ceramic pots with spicy pickles, fresh mangoes, a bunch of red chili peppers, turmeric, and various seeds on a gray stone surface. The background includes green leaves, pieces of wood, and burlap fabric, creating a natural and earthy setting.
A rustic arrangement of culinary ingredients features ceramic pots with spicy pickles, fresh mangoes, a bunch of red chili peppers, turmeric, and various seeds on a gray stone surface. The background includes green leaves, pieces of wood, and burlap fabric, creating a natural and earthy setting.
A variety of dishes are displayed on a colorful tablecloth, including stuffed rolls, fried snacks, leafy green vegetables, a bowl of dried fruits, and other mixed plates. Some dishes are served in ceramic bowls and surrounded by a natural outdoor setting.
A variety of dishes are displayed on a colorful tablecloth, including stuffed rolls, fried snacks, leafy green vegetables, a bowl of dried fruits, and other mixed plates. Some dishes are served in ceramic bowls and surrounded by a natural outdoor setting.
A festive winter scene featuring a decorated food stall. The stall has a garnish of snow-covered fir branches and red berries with a red ribbon. In the background, there are wooden spatulas placed in pots containing various hot dishes. A person wearing dark gloves can be seen serving food.
A festive winter scene featuring a decorated food stall. The stall has a garnish of snow-covered fir branches and red berries with a red ribbon. In the background, there are wooden spatulas placed in pots containing various hot dishes. A person wearing dark gloves can be seen serving food.

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Three foil containers are filled with what appears to be a savory dish topped with crispy fried sticks, garnished with fresh green herbs and small red tomato pieces. The containers are placed on a wooden board, emphasizing a rustic presentation.
Three foil containers are filled with what appears to be a savory dish topped with crispy fried sticks, garnished with fresh green herbs and small red tomato pieces. The containers are placed on a wooden board, emphasizing a rustic presentation.