In India most “truffle” dishes rely on synthetic oil for bold scent rather than genuine fungi. Real truffles offer subtle earthy notes but struggle against imported costs and diner expectations for drama.
Chennamaneni Gamana Satvika from Venkatagiri claimed the Miss Andhra title at a recent national-level event. The 22-year-old secured top honors for Andhra Pradesh while placing fourth nationally.
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