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Godshem

Godshem, also spelled Godshe, is a pudding or sweet porridge prepared in Goa, India.[1] The dish has several variations, and its name means "sweetness" in Konkani,[2] where it is sometimes used as a general term for dessert. Godshem may be prepared using ingredients such as rice, lentils, mung beans, milk, coconut, nuts, ghee, jaggery, and sugar. Some versions also incorporate fruits or gourds.

Godshem is commonly prepared and served during local festivals and community celebrations across Goa,[3] including church feasts[4][5], Dussehra[6], and harvest festivals.[7] It is also served at village celebrations such as the Vangodd festival in Saligão,[8] the pre-Lenten Potekar festival in Divar Island[9], and Intruz in Dongrim village.[10] In addition to religious and seasonal festivals, the dish is frequently prepared for community gatherings and cultural events, including those organised by Goan diaspora communities outside the region.[11]

References

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  1. ^ "Goan Cuisine: A Confluence of Cultures". Indian Culture. Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  2. ^ "Godshe". Cuisine India Society. 2025. Retrieved 10 February 2025.
  3. ^ Crasto, Abigail (12 March 2025). "When it's a Goan celebration, here's what's on the menu". Gomantak Times. Sakal Media Group. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  4. ^ "Cultural festivities at Sao Jose de Areal". The Times of India. The Times Group. 19 August 2018. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  5. ^ "Davorlim celebrates the unique musical and cultural artforms". The Times of India. The Times Group. 24 August 2018. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  6. ^ "Dussehra 2024 in Goa". ItsGoa. 2024.
  7. ^ Siqueira, Evelyn (29 October 2023). "Celebrate Goa's staple grain at Saligao's 'Harvest Festival'". Gomantak Times. Sakal Media Group. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  8. ^ "Saligao comes together for Vangodd festival". The Times of India. The Times Group. 28 June 2017. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  9. ^ "After living in fear for decades, Goan island Divar opens its doors to 'friendly' Potekars". The Times of India. The Times Group. 28 February 2022. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  10. ^ Das, Arti (21 February 2022). "This is the only village, where 'Intruz' is celebrated by Goa's Hindus". Gomantak Times. Sakal Media Group. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
  11. ^ Godinho, Lui (29 August 2025). "Goencho Festakar curates first Ekvottachem Fest in Leicester". The Goan. Retrieved 10 February 2026.
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