Mangalore: A Mehendi (women’s hands designed in colours) and cookery competition for women were arranged by Beary Sahitya Academy on Sunday last at Kadri Park. 50 to 60 Muslim women took part in each of these competitions meant for homely women.
Dishes prepared usually in Beary homes were entered into the contest, by names of Pinde and Appa, were seen. The ladies got ample opportunities to show their skills in view of the encouragement given to them by the Academy Chairman M.B.Abdul Rahiman. The dishes were generally not prepared in hotels.
The judges have appreciated the taste and the preparations were praised. Prizes were awarded to the Top 3winners in every category. Mohd.Faiz featured in a solo during cultural events. A 3-monthly magazine called Belkiri, was launched by Sa’aduddin Salih (an advocate) at the function.