What You'll Do
Participants can expect to indulge in two beloved dishes that beautifully capture the essence of Maharashtra’s morning rituals and home-cooked warmth.
Poha Tarri is a comforting dish made from flattened rice flakes (poha), gently sautéed with onions and mild spices. This version is served with a side of black chickpea curry (tarri), a protein-rich and flavourful gravy that adds depth and heartiness to the meal. Depending on the season, it can also be cooked with or without winter vegetables such as carrots, peas, or cauliflower—offering a vibrant burst of freshness and nutrition. This dish is commonly enjoyed across Nagpur and the Vidarbha region, where it is considered both a street snack and a home staple.
Thalipeeth, on the other hand, is a rustic multigrain flatbread, made from a blend of flours such as jowar (sorghum), bajra (pearl millet), rice, wheat, and lentils—a mix that varies from home to home. The flour is combined with finely chopped onions, fresh coriander leaves, green chillies, and spices, then hand-patted and cooked on a griddle into thick, golden discs. Served with a generous dollop of ghee or butter and a side of homemade pickle, thalipeeth offers a rich medley of textures and flavours, deeply tied to Maharashtrian kitchen traditions.
Breakfast, often considered the most important meal of the day, sets the tone for the hours ahead. In many cultures, it’s a time for nourishment and connection—and in Maharashtra, breakfast is no different. These dishes are not just about food—they reflect resilience, routine, and community. Throughout the meal, Vishakha will share stories and insights, offering a deeper understanding of the cultural, seasonal, and emotional significance behind these recipes, and how she recreates them with local ingredients in her Singaporean kitchen today.
About My Breakfast Club
Breakfast marks the quiet start to each new day—and for many, it’s also the first encounter with food and family traditions. As part of the theme of the festival, My First Journey, this edition of My Breakfast Club invites you to explore how cultures around the world begin their mornings, and how that first meal is often tied to care, routine, and identity.
More than just a meal, breakfast is a daily practice that reflects the values we grow up with. From childhood favourites to generational recipes, these dishes tell stories of home, heritage, and love. Whether it’s a comforting bowl of porridge, a flaky pastry, or something passed down from grandparents, every breakfast has its place in the rhythm of life.
Join us as we gather around the breakfast table to share not just food, but memories of firsts—first bites, first days, and first connections. Through this programme, you’ll discover how something as simple as breakfast can offer insight into cultural roots and the everyday ways we care for one another.
Multiculturalism is important in Singapore as it serves as the bedrock of the nation's societal fabric. It fosters mutual respect and harmony among diverse ethnic communities with different cultural practices, languages and religions. This shared understanding bridges social divides, cultivating an environment where every individual feels valued and included. It shapes Singapore's unique identity on the global stage, fortifying its reputation as a cosmopolitan hub.
Food serves as a conduit for understanding and appreciating our neighbours’ culture and traditions. From Singaporean food to ASEAN cuisine to far beyond, there are dishes sure to suit everyone’s tastebuds. Through interacting with members from different communities, My Breakfast Club aims to inculcate a greater awareness of the diverse communities residing in Singapore. It spotlights Singapore, through many of its culinary adaptions, as a melting pot of cultures and encourages deeper appreciation of our multicultural identity. Be inspired by the flavours and friendships and let us makan (dine)!
About The Host
Vishakha, a culinary teacher and chef with a rich background in Hotel Management, hails from Baroda, Gujarat, and was raised in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Her passion for food has taken her from India to various parts of the world, and in 2019, she moved to Singapore with her partner, a captain of a merchant navy. Despite the many places she’s called home, food always brings Vishakha back to her roots.
As a host, Vishakha blends traditional recipes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients from Singapore’s markets, creating a unique fusion of her Indian heritage and global culinary influences. With her expertise in adapting recipes to suit different ingredients, she brings both a deep connection to her hometown and a fresh, innovative approach to every dish. Through her stories and culinary expertise, Vishakha will share how food continues to remind her of home, offering guests a meaningful connection to her cultural journey.
Who should come?
- Everyone is welcome to participate!
- Participants under 13 must be accompained and supervised by a parent/guardian at all times.
Programme Details
- Approximate Duration: 2 hours (Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour for registration)
- Language: English
- Meeting Point: Meet at the Security Post of Melville Park Condominium (16 Simei Street 1, Singapore 529942)
- Ending Point: The event will start and end at the same point.
- The events will proceed rain or shine.
What to bring?
- Participants should be dressed respectfully in smart casual (i.e. collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes). Sleeveless attire, shorts/miniskirts or sandals are strictly not allowed. Participants will be denied entry if they dress inappropriately.
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Please ensure that you bring along any personal medication. Asthmatic individuals are reminded to bring their inhaler.
Other important information
- Dishes contain ghee. The food is vegetarian but not halal-certified.
- Parking is available in the condominium.
- The venue is not wheelchair accessible.
- Photography is allowed at event premises.
Disclaimer
- Each ticket admits only one participant.
- By agreeing to participate in the tour, every participant will be responsible for any injury, loss of damage due to careIessness of other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.
- Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
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