72^nd  Saturday Sangamam at Sailam was started with the concept of preserve the talent of elders.  A spot and spontaneous activity of “SPOT YOUR TALENT”.   Elders were given opportunity to cook of their favorite without any oil.  Challenge was made for preparing items without use of fire.  Five groups including a group of men were formed and started planning and picking materials to prepare food of their choice.  In an hour’s time, several traditional items were ready and displayed in front of Sree Soundarya Ganapathi Sanathi.  

Kolukattai, Aval Sweet Pongal, Bread sandwich, Aval payasam, thatai, rava laddu, 

Porivilangai, rava kesari etc were the items.  Incidentally, Mrs. And Mr. Eassaki who came to Sailappar Temple visited Vama and graced the occasion as judges for selecting best talent. Tasted and certified all is fine and no first or last choice.  No difference.  He recollected his mother’s kai pakkuvam.  He requested Vama Team to document the preparation and also enable elders to prepare and teach how to prepare such items to the younger generation as part our VAMA CAFÉ program.  Mouth watering delicious items were served to elders and others present in the event.