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Her first bite left her comparing the texture to chalk. (Instagram/sociallywanderful)
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News18•07-10-2026, 17:00
Foreign Traveller Tries Meghalaya Traditional Edible Clay Moshon
  • •Foreign traveller Deanna tried Moshon, a traditional edible clay snack, during her first visit to Shillong in Meghalaya.
  • •After taking a bite, she compared the texture to chewing on a chalkboard and decided the snack was not to her taste.
  • •Deanna shared her experience on Instagram, noting she was open to trying anything and learned it is a common pregnancy craving.
  • •Her video sparked online discussions, with users sharing childhood memories, health perspectives, and local opinions about the clay snack.

Key Questions Answered

Moshon is a traditional edible clay snack found in Shillong, Meghalaya, which resembles small, rock-like pieces.

Deanna compared the texture of the edible clay to a chalkboard or having chalk in her mouth, ultimately stating that it was not for her.

Social media users noted that Moshon is often a common pregnancy craving, and is also quite famous among kids and women.