The Bhadang Journal
Stories from the crunch
What bhadang is, where the masala comes from, and how Maharashtra actually eats it — from the family that has roasted it since 1963.
31 August 2026 · 6 min read
What Is Bhadang? Maharashtra's Crunchiest Tea-Time Snack, Explained
Bhadang is a spicy Kolhapuri snack of puffed rice tossed in hot masala with peanuts, garlic and curry leaves. Here is what it is, how it is made, and how it differs from bhel and chivda.
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31 August 2026 · 5 min read
The Kolhapuri Masala That Has Not Changed Since 1963
Kolhapuri masala is Maharashtra's boldest spice blend. The story of the family recipe behind Shree Jay Amba Bhadang, roasted in Jaysingpur the same way for over 60 years.
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31 August 2026 · 4 min read
Seven Ways Maharashtra Actually Eats Bhadang
From evening chai to train journeys to misal topping — the seven real ways bhadang is eaten across Maharashtra, and one rule about the last handful in the pack.
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