Kashmiri pickles see surge in demand during Ramzan

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), May 26 -- : Demand of pickles is witnessing a great surge in Kashmir valley, during the ongoing sacred month of Ramzan when Muslims observe fast from dawn to dusk.

Though tongue-tickling pickles are an integrated part of Kashmir's eating habits and are in demand throughout the year, it doubles during the holy month, consumers said.

Standing at a famous pickle shop here, a customer said, "Pickles of different tastes and ingredients are preferred for Sheri ritual which is observed by the devout Muslims at dawn and Iftar at dusk."

Local markets in Srinagar and other parts of the valley are flooded with a wide range of pickles. Every other provision store has set up special stalls selling pickles to cater to Roz...