The Pasni is one of Nepal's most joyful milestones. Here's how to honour this ancient tradition in a setting that matches the occasion's significance.
The Pasni — or Annaprashan — marks a baby's first introduction to solid food, typically rice, at around five or six months. In Nepali culture, this is not a small occasion; it is a community celebration, a moment to express gratitude and invoke blessings for the child's life ahead.
At Kundalini Durbar Banquet, we approach each Pasni with the cultural reverence it deserves. Our event team collaborates with the family to create a puja space that reflects their regional customs, whether that means a full Newar ceremony with a palanquin and dhime drums, or a simpler Brahmin puja with a decorated altar.
We recommend the Pearl Garden Hall for Pasni ceremonies — its natural light and warm ivory tones create a soft, joyful backdrop for photographs. The hall comfortably accommodates 50–300 guests.
Our curated Pasni menu centres on the ceremonial first rice — cooked with pure ghee — alongside a festive Nepali thali and a sweet station featuring kheer, halwa, and ladoo.