The monsoon season ushers in a bonanza of various kinds of gourds, much loved vegetables in Goan homes. Taking pride of place other jade-coloured cool looking ridge gourds. They come in various shapes and size and make for delectable preparations. The going price for ridge gourd is Rs20 per medium size piece to Rs100 for four or five pieces. The small stout variety are considered to be a sweeter gauti variety!