Paati's Rasam
Paati's Rasam
by Janaki Sabesh
Ages 3–6Indian author
A cosy story about Paati, her much-loved rasam and a kitchen full of family. A warm read about grandparents and South Indian food.
- Author
- Janaki Sabesh
- Age
- Ages 3–6
- Type
- Food, Grandparents, Picture Book
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Karadi Tales
- Readers rate it
- 4.64 / 5 on Goodreads
- In India
- Available
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