Food habits of people have been determined time and again by their socio-political environment. Sounds weird? It will be clear by the time you finish
As the air turns warmer around us things turn a little sour. Only in the most positive way.
At school I tucked into tiffin boxes filled with food from so many communities. I happily exchanged corn beef sandwiches for spicy Aloo Parathas. I
The complexity In Burmese food is found more by focusing on each mouthful rather than expecting it to immediately overwhelm the tastebuds.In short, flavours of
I had seen Thanksgiving feasts on cable TV before in India. But when your friend’s grandma brings a steaming hot freshly basted Turkey out of
At the dining table the conversation had over food among different genders, races and social communities has the scope to reduce preconceptions and prejudices which
While I recovered, my mother used to prepare some homemade immunity booster drinks for us. The concoction of herbs, fruits and vegetables, if prepared with
For every individual, a scent and the memories it conjures is a unique story to tell. For many residents who have lived long enough in
Usually Eid is celebrated for three days in our community. Mother meticulously prepares the menu, lines up the ingredients and sends food over to close
It is past 4pm, mother starts her preparations for Iftari in the kitchen after offering her asr namaz.
Food is not just a source of nutrition for our bodies. It is a rich source of memories, family bonds, love, friendship, comfort and affection.
