These five Goan experiences go beyond the beach

In order to collaboratively promote Goa as one of the most soughtafter high potential tourist destinations in India and around the world Airbnb and the Department of Tourism Government of Goa inked a Memorandum of Understanding MoU This cooperation aims to support communityled economically regenerative tourism in the state and promote travel to lesserknown but distinctive areasAlongside the official start of Rediscover Goa a weeklong celebration of Goas rich cultural diversity outside of its beaches and vibrant nightlife Airbnb and the Goa Tourism Department partnered to expand the states homestay capacity and aid Goan homestay hosts in providing highquality travel experiences to both domestic and foreign visitorsThe announcement highlights existing and forthcoming travel attractions in Goa while demonstrating the shared commitment to fostering the growth of a sustainable tourism ecosystem in the region The cooperation will also increase the potential for tourism to provide jobs and sustainable living possibilities for the local community by organising knowledgesharing and training workshops for homestay HostsThere will be a focus on distinctive accommodations that allow more domestic and foreign visitors to experience Goa like never before and find some undiscovered jewels Here are few of the things that should be on the list of Rediscover GoaSavour the true tastes of Goa with Edible ArchivesThe start of an incredible food and cultural journey begins here Experience the true tastes of Goa through a fivecourse meal that will introduce you to ingredients beloved by locals but almost unknown outside the state You will get to sample the best of seasonal Goan produce handpicked and transformed by the culinary expertise of Chef Anumitra Prepare for an enthralling experience as she narrates the story of each ingredient and its journey to your plate bringing Goas verdant jungles gorgeous lush mangroves abundant oceans and bountiful farmland to life as never before The goat cheese and indigeneous root vegetable platter with sweet potatoes kantkunke madi and suran is must try meal of the courseGoa Clay Trail and Pottery Workshop ExperienceCreated by Host Nimmy the experience will have you visiting a local traditional potter for an engaging understanding of how they work with clay through handheld techniques and a walk in the neighbourhoods of Socorro or Bicholim villageChef Avinash Martins artisanal farmtotable experienceMade of locally sourced produce this 7course meal is a selection of dishes that are rooted in heritage Goan recipes As a farm to table experience the ingredients cooked are sourced in the morning of the same day The experience is reflective of Chef Avinashs culinary focus comprising the best of Goan cuisine created with an experimental global palette that he imbibed training under Michelin starred chefs in France and the Napa Valley Prepare for a once in lifetime meal with Martins artisanal experience as no two meals are curated in the same wayFado amp Mando with Fadista Sonia Shirsat at MadragoaPart of the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists the Fado amp Mando experience will showcase the best of IndoPortuguese Culture Fado is the iconic music genre of Portugal sung in Portuguese and comprises one vocalist accompanied by the guitarra portuguesa Portuguese guitar and the viola do Fado Fado guitar The Mando is similarly the iconic musical genre of Goa sung in Konkani whose soulful tunes are sure to energize you after a long dayThe Fishermans Wharf for Goan delicaciesEnjoy a slice of Goa at The Fishermans Wharf known to be the ultimate culinary destination and not just a restaurant We end our stay in Goa by feasting on some traditional Goan delicacies and a bit of everything your palate desiresAlso ReadThis Pune explorer is on a mission to visit Antarctica before he turns 50 years oldThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever