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Naan, roti, paratha, kulcha: which bread goes with whatKitchen · 8 August 2026Naan, roti, paratha, kulcha: which bread goes with whatOn the Indian table bread is not a side dish but a tool. A guide to the tandoor breads.
What is a thali, and why does it have nine items?Kitchen · 18 July 2026What is a thali, and why does it have nine items?A thali is not a course but a structure: one platter, several small bowls, so that every mouthful brings a different taste.
Dosa, momo, biryani: three techniques, three IndiasKitchen · 9 June 2026Dosa, momo, biryani: three techniques, three IndiasA fermented crepe from the south, a steamed dumpling from the Himalayas, and rice cooked in a sealed pot from the north.