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This week we meet Asha Cain of Nellie’s Samosas. I asked her to tell us a bit about her delicious offerings. I cannot wait to hang out at her tent. The food sounds wonderful and so does her story:

I make an Indian delicacy called the Samosa. It is a savory handmade pastry that is laced with aromatic spices and filled with meat and/or vegetables.  It is then fried until golden and crispy. It’s a popular treat in India and Africa. My family is originally from East Africa and this recipe is my grandmother. It was always a dream of hers to have a little shop to sell her samosas. When she became ill, she taught me how to make them and encouraged me to live out her dream. Grandma’s Samosas were a success; we were so pleased to find that everyone enjoyed them as much as we do. I have since added other delicious items to the menu including grandpa’s special curry recipes. I have another stand at the Market this year that my sister will operate. We’ll offer Indian fashions, jewelry, handbags, music and more. We truly love our heritage and culture and are excited to bring the things we love to the market. 

What do you love about Pearl Market?

I love the Market because it allows me the opportunity to do what I love which is feed people. I love the look on someone’s face once they’ve tasted one of my creations. People are so willing to try new things at the Market, and they are very encouraging and appreciative of your hard work. I just love it there!

 

 

Thanks so much Asha! Make sure you go visit her fabulous stand at the market and check out her lovely Indian fashions and jewelry new this year!

Tags: asah cain, booth, eat, Farmers' Market, food, indian food, market, nellies samosas, Pearl Alley, Pearl Market, samosa, tent

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