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I got in the dog house with some of my friends for saying Shubho is not the appropriate salutation for Mahalaya since it is a sombre and solemn occasion. So, I’ll steer clear of all arguments and say this instead.

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Here is another gem from my in-law’s family — succulent jute greens or ‘paat shaak.’ Very seasonal. Cooked with little prawns in shell and enough garlic to have Dracula skip this city for some time to come.

In search of comfort food / Indian all along

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for the love of food / Eating well within limitations

secret alleys / Kallu is king!

FOR THE LOVE OF FOOD

for the love of food / Calcutta – the possibly untold story

I was reading an article by Fiona Caulfield that got published in The Guardian.

Fusion cuisine

Dhaka, as a buzzing metropolis of an emerging economy is now a confluence of cultures, with numerous eateries, boutiques, and shops, offering a slice of global trends. A growing urgency is also felt for presenting a piece of Bangladesh to the people who now frequent this city and also to the Bangladeshi audience who are ever keen to rediscovering their heritage.

for the love of food / Ammini –a treasure trove

Tucked away in a residential area, just off one of the busiest streets of Kolkata is a small eatery, Ammini. It specialises in non-vegetarian South Indian food.

for the love of food / Jimmy's Italian Kitchen – pizzas and more

for the love of food / Woeser Bakery – a hidden gem

for the love of food / Moon Peak Espresso – coffee, tea and more

for the love of food / Bijoya Sammilani

Less Green, More Lean

Ode to greens

Lady fingers and pumpkin curry with mustard and poppy seeds

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Indian all along

From the north to the south, India has many diverse cuisines to offer. From the north, a Kashmiri meat dish and from the south, a rice porridge that is offered to the gods. The Kashmiri yakhni is usually served for special occasions; it is simple yet allows the unique blend of spices, making it a crowd pleaser.