How ‘Indian curry’ became Japan’s favourite dish

According to one unlikely story, a starving Japanese stowaway discovered curry on a British ship. But what is the truth?

Sita Kuratomi Bhaumik

· Oct 13, 2020 · 12:30 pm

The coronavirus pandemic has robbed us of one of the greatest joys of food: companionship

Conviviality is one of life’s charms. But how does one sate this urge during socially isolated circumstances?

Sona Bahadur

· Sep 11, 2020 · 11:30 am

In the popularity of Delhi food, the far superior Dehli food is being forgotten

The lockdown has spurred an interest in examinations of our culinary heritage. But few people are looking at the food of the old Dilliwallas.

Anoothi Vishal

· Aug 17, 2020 · 11:30 am

What a photograph of naada pakkoda told me about my relationship with my son

A post on the popular South Indian crisps started me a train of thought that led to the question: who are the new custodians of our culinary knowledge?

Rakesh Raghunathan

· Aug 16, 2020 · 11:30 am

American sandwiches tell the story of immigration, class and capitalism

Five food historians offer a deep dive into different sandwiches.

Paul Freedman, The Conversation

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Andrew P Haley, The Conversation

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Imogene L Lim, The Conversation

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Ken Albala, The Conversation

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Megan Elias, The Conversation

· Jul 14, 2020 · 11:30 pm

A Pakistani villager’s cooking channel on YouTube has made him a food celebrity

Mubashir Saddique’s first video taught how to make mooli parathas. He has come a long way since then.

Zofeen T Ebrahim

· Sep 09, 2018 · 11:30 am

‘Asking the why’: Celebrity chef Ranveer Brar on Sony BBC Earth series ‘Secrets Behind Food’

‘Secrets Behind Food’ will be aired on Sony BBC Earth in India on July 23.

Sruthi Ganapathy Raman

· Jul 21, 2018 · 09:15 am

Keeping them sweet: Three bakers in Mumbai reveal their bill of fare for this Christmas

From modest requests for traditional cakes to a rising demand for internet-inspired creations, clients’ hearty appetites keep bakers working overtime.

Sruthi Ganapathy Raman

· Dec 16, 2017 · 11:30 am

A calendar is protecting India’s fish by reminding us when to eat which species

A campaign called Know Your Fish helps consumers avoid eating seafood caught during critical breeding and spawning times.

Kim Smuga-Otto

· Nov 04, 2017 · 03:30 pm

Bengaluru can’t get enough of a humble bean, whether in barfi or in pani puri

Avarekai, the hyacinth bean, is loved everywhere from China to Rwanda – but it has the aroma of Bengaluru.

Anisha Rachel Oommen

· Jan 20, 2017 · 03:30 pm

Indian restaurants: The unlikely symbol of the changing Balkans

A region in the grip of strife till 25 years ago is transforming culinarily.

Dinyar Patel

· Jun 06, 2016 · 11:30 am

How food has come to the rescue of Afghan women refugees in Delhi

A catering service is providing delicious Afghan food to the Capital and much-needed stability to its cooks.

Rhema Mukti Baxter

· May 09, 2016 · 11:30 am