Yomari

The topic of Yomari is of utmost importance today, as it impacts various aspects of daily life. Throughout history, Yomari has been the subject of debate and study, since its influence extends to different areas, from politics to culture. In this article, we will delve into the importance of Yomari, its evolution over time and its relevance in today's society. We will analyze its impact in different contexts and how it has shaped the way we interact with the world around us. Furthermore, we will explore the possible future implications of Yomari and how its understanding can contribute to the development of society.

Yomari showing at Lagankhel , Lalitpur

Yomari, also called yamari, (Nepal Bhasa: 𑐫𑑀𑐩𑐵𑐬𑐷 or 𑐫𑑅𑐩𑐵𑐬𑐷‎) is a delicacy of the Newar community in Nepal. It is a steamed dumpling that consists of an external covering of rice flour[1] with sweet fillings such as chaku and khuwa. The delicacy plays a very important role in Newa society, and is a key part of the festival of Yomari Punhi.[2][3] According to some, the triangular shape of the Yamari is a symbolic representation of one half of the Shadkona, the symbol of Saraswati and wisdom.[4]

Etymology

The name "yamari" comes from two Nepal Bhasa words, "Ya:"(𑐫𑑅‎) meaning "to like" and "Mari"(𑐩𑐵𑐬𑐷‎) meaning "delicacy/bread". So, yamari literally means a popular (liked) deli

Festival

The festival of Yomari Punhi begins on the second day of the full moon when prayers are offered during which the yomaris are stored and not eaten. On the fourth and the final day the people belonging to the Newa community eat the sweet bread, seen as a gift from the gods, at the conclusion of the festival.[5]

  • Yomari Punhi offering.
    Yomari Punhi offering.
  • Yomari
    Yomari
  • The filling inside Yomari
    The filling inside Yomari
  • A close-up view of Yomari
    A close-up view of Yomari

See also

References

  1. ^ Goldstein, D.; Mintz, S.; Krondl, M.; Mason, L. (2015). The Oxford Companion to Sugar and Sweets. Oxford Companions. Oxford University Press. p. 634. ISBN 978-0-19-931339-6. Retrieved 5 November 2016.
  2. ^ Roufs, T.G.; Roufs, K.S. (2014). Sweet Treats around the World: An Encyclopedia of Food and Culture. ABC-CLIO. p. 237. ISBN 978-1-61069-221-2. Retrieved 5 November 2016.
  3. ^ Republica. "PHOTOS: Sweet Yomari". My Republica. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
  4. ^ Basu Pasa (बासुपासा). Kantipur (कान्तिपुर) (in Nepali).
  5. ^ Nepal Travel Guide
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