🌼 Saraswati Puja Lunch Menu 🌼

A lyrical offering of taste, tradition, and togetherness

Beneath the serene gaze of Maa Saraswati, as white blossoms glow and the hush of learning fills the air, we gather to share a meal that is humble in spirit yet rich in heart—a Bengali lunch steeped in devotion.

🍽️Lunch for Adults

A quiet symphony of comfort and grace

🍚Khichudi with Lime Leaves
Soft rice and lentils, slow-simmered into harmony, gently scented with lime leaves—warmth that settles the soul.
🥗Labra
A tender chorus of seasonal vegetables, patiently cooked, each note blending into a nourishing whole.
🥒Cabbage Curry
Delicately spiced and lovingly prepared, this simple curry carries the calm of a home kitchen.
🍆Crispy Beguni
Golden slices of eggplant, crisp at the edge and soft within—festive indulgence in every bite.
🍢Plain Papad
Light and crackling, a playful pause between mouthfuls.
🍎Fruit Chutney
Sweet meets tangy in a gentle dance, refreshing the palate and lifting the spirit.
🍮Nalen Gurer Payesh
Silken rice pudding sweetened with fragrant nalen gur—winter sunshine captured in a spoon.
🌿Pan Masala
A refreshing close, lingering softly like a blessing.
🍕Lunch for Kids

Bright smiles, simple joys

✨Pizza
A cheerful favorite for little hearts—because celebration tastes best when shared with laughter.
☕️Refreshments

A moment to pause and breathe

For Adults:
☕️Hot Tea with Crackers — comforting sips for quiet conversations.
For Kids:
🥤Juice — bright, sweet, and refreshing.
✨ May this meal, offered in gratitude and shared in joy, invite wisdom, harmony, and sweetness into every home under the gentle blessings of Maa Saraswati. ✨
CCI Saraswati Puja 2026
Invitation

Dear CCI Families and Friends,

Dust off your books and tune your instruments—it’s time for CCI’s annual Saraswati Puja, our favorite celebration honoring the Goddess of Knowledge, Art, Music, and all things BRIGHT! We would be delighted for you to join our festive gathering.

Date & Time: Sunday, January 25, 2026 — starting at 10:00 A.M.

Location: Livingstone Lodge, 9350 Given Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243
(Same location as last year — no detours needed!)

Expect vibrant rituals, delicious prasad, authentic cultural fun, followed by a sumptuous lunch. Keep an eye out for upcoming emails with cultural callouts and the detailed puja-day schedule.

Our culinary team is already gearing up for a friendly turf war to impress you — and we promise, they’ll be worth chasing!

✍️ Action Item 1: Secure Your Spot

To help us plan effectively, please complete your registration by January 15, 2026.

Category CCI Members Non-Members
Adult (incl. Kid > 12 yrs) $25 $30
Kid (5–12 yrs) $10 $15
Kid (< 5 yrs) Free Free
Parents Free $30
Please mention the count of attendees in each category when submitting payment.
□ Payment Options

⚡ The Digital (Zelle)

Send payment to:
[email protected]

✉️ The Classic (Check)

Mail payment to:
Smita Sengupta
4419 Meadowbrook Lane
Mason, OH 45040