Blissful curd making

Discover the essence of custom when a family invites you to join them in their world of curd-making, a generation-old craft. Beside the sweet smell of earth and the soft mooing of buffalo, you will see the age-old ritual of milking, where each squeeze produces rich, creamy milk. Savour the smooth curd as it creates a harmonious blend of flavours with each spoonful, along with a drizzle of kitul honey.

  • Experience curd-making perfected over generations.
  • Buffalo milk simmered over a wood fire for rich, smoky flavor.
  • Creamy curd with sweet kitul honey for a symphony of flavors.

What's Included ?

 Host, Kayaks, refreshments

Light, cool clothing

Step into a world of tradition with a family of generational curd-making expertise. Surrounded by earthy scents and gentle buffalo sounds, you’ll experience the age-old practice of milking buffalo, each squeeze yielding rich, creamy milk. This milk is then gently simmered in a clay pot over a crackling wood fire, absorbing a unique smoky richness from the flames. Over several hours, the milk slowly transforms into velvety curd, embodying the family’s dedication and patience. The process culminates in a taste experience like no other: creamy curd drizzled with sweet kitul honey. Each spoonful offers a symphony of flavors, celebrating the artistry and cultural heritage of traditional curd-making.

What makes the curd unique in this traditional process?

The curd is unique due to the traditional method of simmering buffalo milk over a wood fire in clay pots, which infuses it with a distinctive smoky richness and velvety texture.

The process involves several hours, from milking the buffalo to simmering the milk and allowing it to slowly transform into creamy curd, ensuring a rich and flavorful result.

Yes, visitors are welcome to participate in various stages of the curd-making process, from milking the buffalo to observing the simmering milk and tasting the final product, providing an immersive cultural experience.

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Highly recommended for anyone seeking a unique and immersive cultural experience

One of the most memorable parts of our trip was watching this family prepare traditional curd. Every stage of the process, from milking the buffalo to seeing the milk boil over a wood fire, demonstrated their commitment and skill. The curd was really creamy and tasty, especially when it was freshly set and drizzled with fragrant kitul honey. It was a flavorful symphony, truly! This encounter provided a sincere link to the area’s artisanal craftsmanship and cultural legacy. Strongly advised for anyone wishing to become fully immersed in the customs of the area.”

Sarah Thompson
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We wished there was more time to explore

Our visit with the family that makes curd was enjoyable and instructive. The deep, earthy surroundings and friendly greeting set the stage for an amazing encounter. The methodical process of turning buffalo milk into silky curd over a crackling wood fire captivated us. The finished concoction was a whole new flavour explosion when combined with kitul honey. This encounter gave me a profound understanding of both the delicate technique of traditional dairy craftsmanship and the manner of living in the area. A must-try for everybody with a taste for real food traditions!”

Michael Rodriguez
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