Dynamics of Ethnic Food of the Khasi Tribe: Learning from Traditional Wisdom in Eastern Himalayan Ecosystem

The investigation was carried out in Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya State. The information related to traditional foods was collected through personal interview method using pretested interview schedule. This was supported with Participatory tools and focus group discussion to get more specific information about the foods. The headmen of all the villages were also involved in the discussion. A transact walk was conducted to understand the existing flora and fauna available in the village. Findings of study helped to document large number of ethnic foods prepared from locally available crops and vegetation. The farmers' rational, purpose and occasion of use of these ethnic foods were also documented.