India is a land of diverse cultures and religions and each region has a unique style of wedding. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, Gujarat to Sikkim, everywhere you will find unique wedding rituals that have been followed since time immemorial. While the Punjabis are known for their big, fat and extravagant weddings; The communities of South India are famous for their rich wedding customs. Be it a pure Tamil Brahmin wedding or a Kerala wedding, you will be amazed at the rich traditional customs and rituals followed in this part of the country.
A typical Brahmin wedding begins as soon as the cuckoo gives its first call of the day and ends at noon. They follow numerous rites and rituals with pomp and vigor. And yes, you are bound to have some lip smacking food at a Brahmin wedding. It’s all vegetarian but really delicious.
In a Brahmin marriage, the rituals begin with a traditional engagement ceremony called a nishchitartham. Thereafter, many ceremonies follow beginning with the pandakkal ceremony, the welcoming ceremony for the bridegroom ceremony, the auspicious kappukettal, and the vratham ceremony, the sowing of palikai seeds. It culminates with the exchange of garlands between the bride and groom. Each ritual reflects in itself a certain morality and conveys the essence of the true partnership in soul mates.
Food is an integral part of any Indian wedding and the same goes for a Brahmin marriage. If you are a Tamil Brahmin, at these weddings, unlike other regions, the food here is served on Thalai vazhai ilai, the outer part of the banana leaf, magnificent in itself, isn’t it? The first portions start with the traditional curd and vegetable, thayir pachadi, along with fried vegetables (varuval), kootu, poriyal (coconut dried vegetable curry), a spiced vegetable curry, vadai, marinade, with the Main courses of steamed scented rice, thick dal (getti paruppu), topped with pure melted ghee. You will definitely be able to enjoy a delicious meal at a Brahmin wedding in this part of the country and you will know how pure vegetarian food can be a treat for the palate.
If you want to have authentic Brahmin food at your wedding you should look for good wedding planners. They can plan everything for your big day, from the venue to the menu. All you need to do is give them your options and budget. You can also go to brahmin marriage portals. They are a one-stop shop for all your wedding needs, from choosing a suitable life partner to arranging marriage ceremonies, promising you great food, impeccable services and memorable moments!
