Jackfruit is one of India’s most versatile fruits, closely associated with Kerala’s culture and traditions, and valued as a symbol of heritage, community, and local cuisine. Widely grown in various states of India, the jackfruit is a fruit known by different names. In Kerala, it is called Chakka; in Karnataka, Halasina Hannu; in Maharashtra and Gujarat, Phanes; in Goa, Ponos; in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana, Panasa Pandu; in Tamil Nadu, Halacina Hannu; and in the North, Kathal.

Christmas cake-mixing ceremony represents unity and cooperation. All members of the family come together to mix all of the ingredients