Festivals have a way of bringing back joy we didn’t even know we were missing. Onam, Kerala’s grand harvest celebration, is one such time when life feels brighter, lighter, and more abundant. The sound of traditional drums, the sight of courtyards blooming with pookalams, families in elegant kasavu attire, and tables laid out with the much-loved sadhya—it’s a season where every sense is indulged. And while food holds the spotlight, it is also a time when we look for little ways to balance celebration with wellness.
Onam stretches across ten days of festivity, each day carrying a ritual, a meaning, and a feast of its own. The sadhya, of course, is the centerpiece—a grand spread on banana leaves with curries, pickles, rice, and sweets, each dish with its own history and story. But festivals aren’t just about one big meal. Between the dances, games, prayers, and gatherings, there are countless little snacking moments—the ones that keep the spirit high and the energy flowing.
This is where mindful choices make a difference. After all, festivals are about feeling good, not just indulging. Light, wholesome snacks can bridge the gap between tradition and balance. Imagine a bowl of crunchy cashews to go with evening conversations, almonds for a quick pick-me-up before heading out for festivities, walnuts to pair with a cup of warm payasam, pistachios to sprinkle over sweets, or hazelnuts to bring a surprising twist to traditional recipes. These aren’t just snacks; they carry the richness of nature, a goodness that aligns perfectly with the season of abundance.
And then, of course, there’s a festive favorite that no Onam feels complete without banana chips. Crispy, golden, and forever nostalgic, they have a way of making every gathering feel more homely. What makes them even more exciting today are the flavors that give this classic snack a modern spin, zesty Magic Masala, refreshing Pudhina, bold Kimchi, and the ever-loved Classic. Each one has its own personality, its own story to tell, making it easy to pass around and share in between celebrations.
What makes Onam beautiful is its essence of harmony of bringing together flavors, people, and moments into one celebration. In the same way, nuts and banana chips blend seamlessly into festive life: versatile, nourishing, and full of character. They add energy to busy days of hosting and visiting, lend texture and flavor to festive dishes, and, most importantly, remind us that even in indulgence, there can be care.
Fabeato believes that celebrations should never feel like a compromise. They should be full, flavorful, and fulfilling. Our nut combos and flavored banana chips are designed not to replace tradition but to accompany it, to sit quietly alongside your festive moments—adding a touch of health and a burst of flavor without taking away from the joy. In a way, they’re like the pookalam flowers: small, simple, but essential in completing the picture.
As the festival lights dim and the season’s memories remain, it is these thoughtful choices that linger with us. The balance of taste and health, of celebration and care, of tradition and today. Because festivals are not just about what we eat, but about how they make us feel long after they’re gone.
✨ This Onam, let your celebrations be as wholesome as they are joyful. because the best feasts are the ones that leave both the heart and the body feeling full.