Bengalureans rejoice as the city’s unique avarebele fest returns

Bengaluru’s Basavanagudi was abuzz as the annual Avarebele Mela returned, drawing large crowds eager to sample avarebele, or hyacinth bean-based dishes. From sweets, savouries and innovative dishes, the fest showcased the versatility of the bean
The ongoing festival, now in its 25th year, is a long-standing Bengaluru tradition celebrating the avarebele harvest, and is aimed at reducing avarebele wastage. The festival will run till January 5