Since ancient times, food has been viewed with high regard. The Vedas proclaim “Annam Para Bramha Roopam” meaning that food is a form of divinity that nourishes us. In this regard, the offering of food was seen as the highest offering.
This Navaratri, devotees have the opportunity to offer Divine Mother Maha Lakshmi food through Naivedya Seva. Food is offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening in the names of the families who have sponsored that day. 
A variety of Vedic foods such as Pulihora (tamarind rice), Dadhojana (yogurt rice), Chakara Pongal (sweet rice), and Ksheera payasam (milk pudding) are offered, after which, the now sanctified food prasadam is distributed amongst pilgrims who come for Her darshan.