Yomari
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Yamari is a delicacy of Newar
s. It consists of an external covering of rice-flour and an inner content of sweet substances such as Chaku
. The delicacy plays a very important role in Newar society. According to some, the triangular shape of the yamari is symbolical representation of one half of shadkona, the symbol of Saraswati
and wisdom.
Newar
The Newa , Newār or Newāl) are the indigenous people and the creators of the historical civilization of Nepal's Kathmandu Valley. The valley and surrounding territory have been known from ancient times as Nepal Mandala, its limits ever changing through history.Newas have lived in the Kathmandu...
s. It consists of an external covering of rice-flour and an inner content of sweet substances such as Chaku
Chaku
Chaku is a popular condiment of the Newar community. It is used in the preparation of various Newari condiments like the yomari. It is also a popular ingredient in 'ghya-chaku', a popular assemblage of ghee and chaku eaten during the Makar Sankranti festival in Nepal.In English it is known as...
. The delicacy plays a very important role in Newar society. According to some, the triangular shape of the yamari is symbolical representation of one half of shadkona, the symbol of Saraswati
Saraswati
In Hinduism Saraswati , is the goddess of knowledge, music, arts, science and technology. She is the consort of Brahma, also revered as His Shakti....
and wisdom.