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'''Odette Mascarenhas''' is an Indian food historian, author, television host, and curator of Goan culinary culture. Through her writing, research, and media appearances, she has contributed to documenting and preserving the food heritage of Goa.<ref name="Gomantak2024">{{Cite web |last=Colaco |first=Kimberly |date=2023-12-27 |title=Journey into Goa's culinary history with Odette |url=https://www.gomantaktimes.com/my-goa/art-culture/journey-into-goas-culinary-history-with-odette |access-date=2025-05-07 |website=Gomantak Times}}</ref><br />
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==Career==<br />
Mascarenhas has written books, hosted television programs, and curated experiences, all with the intention of promoting the culinary heritage of Goa.<ref name="MidDay2017">{{Cite web |first=Benita |last=Fernando |date=2017-09-24 |title=Odette Mascarenhas and Manu Chandra deconstruct foods from an era gone by |url=https://www.mid-day.com/sunday-mid-day/article/odette-mascarenhas-and-manu-chandra-deconstruct-delicious-foods-from-an-era-gone-by-18603155 |access-date=2025-05-07 |website=Mid-day |language=en}}</ref><br />
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Among her most recognized contributions is her documentation of Portuguese-influenced Goan recipes and traditions, which she has compiled in her writings. She is the author of several books on Goan food, with a focus on how historical and cultural influences have shaped the local cuisine. her 2015 book, ''The Culinary Heritage of Goa'', was awarded as the Best in the World for Historical Recipes at the Gourmand World Cookbook held at [[Yantai|Yangtai]]. Her 2023 book, ''The Culinary Odyssey of Goa'', covers the history and culture of Goan food.<ref name="Navhind2024">{{Cite web |last=Da Gama |first=Danuska |date=2024-01-10 |title=Deconstructing the flavours of Goa |website=The Navhind Times |url=https://www.navhindtimes.in/2024/01/10/magazines/buzz/deconstructing-the-flavours-of-goa/ |access-date=2025-05-07}}</ref> She has written 12 books, including a series of books for children called ''Alfie Alphonso''.<ref name="Gomantak2024" /><br />
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==Community involvement==<br />
Beyond writing and television, Mascarenhas has been active in creating immersive culinary experiences. She collaborates with chefs, cultural institutions, and heritage homes to provide curated events that trace the evolution of Goan dishes. These efforts often include local voices and aim to build awareness about traditional ingredients, preparation techniques, and historical narratives.<ref name="Gomantak2024" /><br />
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She also hosts travellers in Goa, offering them authentic cultural and gastronomic experiences.<ref name="AirbnbIndulg2019">{{Cite web |date=2019-03-06 |title='She Travels, She Hosts': Airbnb India celebrates women who empower the community |url=https://www.indulgexpress.com/travel/2019/Mar/06/she-travels-she-hosts-airbnb-india-celebrates-women-who-empower-the-community-13224.html |access-date=2025-05-07 |website=Indulgexpress by Deccan Herald}}</ref><br />
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==Personal life==<br />
Odette Mascarenhas has been married to Joe Mascarenhas since 1983.<ref name="Herald2024">{{Cite web |title=Celebrating the love of Valentine's in Goa |url=https://www.heraldgoa.in/Cafe/Celebrating-the-love-of-Valentines-in-Goa/201000 |website=Herald Goa |access-date=2025-05-07 |date=2024-02-14}}</ref><br />
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==Works==<br />
* ''Alfie Alphonso'' series of books<br />
* ''The Culinary Heritage of Goa'' (2015)<br />
* ''The Culinary Odyssey of Goa'' (2023)<br />
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