Shondesh
সন্দেশ
SHON-desh
A Bengali sweet made from fresh chhena or paneer.
Meaning & usage
Shondesh is a traditional Bengali sweet delicacy made primarily from fresh chhena or paneer, often flavored with cardamom and garnished with slivers of pistachio or almonds. It is commonly prepared during festivals and special occasions, symbolizing celebration and hospitality in Bengali culture. The sweet has various regional variations and is cherished for its soft texture and rich taste.
In a sentence
For dessert, we enjoyed some delicious Shondesh that melted in our mouths.
As seen in crosswords
Shondesh is a 8-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A Bengali sweet made from fresh chhena or paneer” (8)
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