Agriculture & Spice Plantations

• Spice Trade & Consumption:

• • Historical Significance: During the colonial era (Portuguese, Dutch, French, British), Pondicherry was an important trading post for various commodities, including spices sourced from different parts of India and the East. This history contributes to the city's rich culinary traditions, which heavily utilize a diverse range of Indian spices alongside French influences.
  • Local Markets: Spices are readily available in local markets like Goubert Market, catering to household needs.
  • Culinary Use: Pondicherry's unique Franco-Tamil cuisine prominently features a blend of Indian spices (mustard, curry leaves, tamarind, chili, turmeric, coconut) with French culinary techniques, creating distinctive flavors.