New show on 'offbeat' Goan culture and cuisine

A new television series exploring the "offbeat" side of Goa that remains unfathomed even by regular Goa visitors and delves into the rich culinary culture of the state, is set to air from June 13.
Hosted by Australian chef and model Sarah Todd, the culinary show titled, "Serve it like Sarah" will showcase one of most popular tourist destinations in India through the eyes of a "local" and bring to the viewers some of the most exquisite and unique gastronomical delights from the state.
"I've spent a lot of my time in Goa as a local exploring my love for cooking by finding and using local, fresh produce. In my new show, I have explored new places, met new people and have incorporated my culinary quests into my style of cooking," says Todd.

The former Master Chef contestant currently owns a restaurant 'Antares' is Goa where she tries to provide the best of all the Goan elements to her visitors. The restaurant serves Australian food with an Asian blend.
"At Antares I wanted to create a place that had all of the elements of Goa coming together. It has chilled out Goan vibe, an incredible view of the Arabian Sea with a stunning sunset, with tropical house music playing from international DJs.
"The menu is a modern and casual one, designed to share so you can enjoy each other's company eating Australian food with an Asian influence," she says.

Todd who hails from the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, says that it was the uncanny similarity between Goa and her hometown that attracted her to this part of India.

"It is very relaxed and tropical. There is abundant seafood and summer fruits. This drew me to Goa and I have loved it ever since," she says.
Interestingly, even though her restaurant largely focuses on Australian cuisine, the menu is entirely built around local ingredients and is rotated as the seasons change.
"I scout on a regular basis for local ingredients at weekly farmer's markets and change the menu according to the season.

"I buy fresh produce and cook them in my own style, conserving nutrition without compromising on flavours," she says.
The series will show Goa in its "natural, raw beauty" as Todd will go about an adventurous discovery of hidden culinary treasures, explore its rich Portuguese heritage and experiment with the local recipes.
"I experienced a lot of interesting activities that regular Goa goers are unaware of - crab catching, drying fish, and knitting a fisherman's net.
"Besides culinary experiments, there is a lot of adventure on the show - driving around in a jeep, riding scooters, boats, and sometimes a Segway. This will show viewers the offbeat side to Goa," she says.

The show will be aired on Mondays and Tuesdays at 10 pm on Fox Life.