India, Sept. 14 -- Ganesh Chaturthi may be synonymous with modaks, especially in many parts of North India, but the festive spread varies beautifully from one region to another. Across India, devotees prepare and offer a variety of traditional delicacies to Lord Ganesha, each reflecting the local flavours and culinary heritage of the region.

Celebrity chef and Khana Khazana host Sanjeev Kapoor has shared the recipe for Patoli, a traditional Konkani delicacy that holds a special place in Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. In an Instagram video shared on September 14, the chef describes the dish as, "Made with rice flour, coconut and jaggery, patoli is traditionally steamed in turmeric leaves, which lend the sweet a distinctive flavour and aro...