Coffee & Cardamom

A Journey Through Spice.

There’s something special about walking through the early-morning spice markets of Rajasthan. The air is thick with color and scent—warm turmeric, floral cardamom, earthy cumin. It’s not just shopping. It’s listening, learning, connecting.

On our recent trip, we spent hours with local growers and traders who’ve been in this craft for generations. Every conversation reminded us why we care so deeply about where our ingredients come from. Fresh, seasonal, and honest—that’s what we bring back to NovaGreen.

These spices are now part of our new seasonal menu. You’ll taste them in subtle touches—in a slow-cooked lentil broth, a spiced ghee drizzle, or a fragrant rice side that lingers on your mind long after the meal ends.

Because great food doesn’t just fill you up—it tells a story.

We spoke with growers who explained how the monsoon affects the pepper crop, and how long it takes for cloves to fully dry under the desert sun. I was struck not only by the purity of the ingredients, but by the pride in the people who offered them to us. There was no rush—only respect. For the land, for the process, and for what food can mean when it’s made with care.

We brought back turmeric, black cumin, saffron, cardamom, and something intangible—a feeling. That quiet confidence of a dish built with intention.

You’ll taste it now in our new seasonal specials:

• A golden lentil dal, slow-simmered with wood-smoked turmeric
• Warm flatbreads brushed with saffron ghee
• A rice pilaf perfumed with crushed cardamom and toasted almonds
• And a tea blend that hums with sweet fennel and wild clove

Each plate is simple, but layered. Rooted in tradition, but served in our way.

This journey wasn’t just about bringing home spice. It was about reconnecting with why we started NovaGreen in the first place—to make food that feels personal. That carries a memory. That tells a story.

We hope you can taste that story in every bite.