by Anindya | Aug 15, 2024 | Food, Foodblog |
How would one characterise a Jolkhabar to someone who is not Bengali, has no ancestral ties, and has never visited Kolkata? It’s just anything that’s not a meal. It may occur in the morning or the evening. Bold yet satisfying enough to stave off hunger,...
by Madhushree Basu Roy | Jul 13, 2024 | Food, Foodblog |
There’s something truly special about the simplicity of a classic chicken sandwich, especially the kind that evokes memories of old Calcutta, Park Street and the iconic Coffee House. We recently posted a video about this humble, no-frills chicken sandwich on...
by Madhushree Basu Roy | Jun 11, 2024 | Food, Foodblog |
Much before the West discovered and declared jackfruit a superfood, it had been part of Indian culture for centuries. We eat both ripe jackfruit and green jackfruit, which we call enchor. While many shy away from the strong smell of jackfruit, you cannot stay away...
by Madhushree Basu Roy | Mar 26, 2024 | Food, Foodblog |
On a sultry summer afternoon, a newlywed couple sat at the dining table, sipping coffee and reminiscing about their childhood. The man was a traditionalist and hailed from a family deeply rooted in Bengali culinary heritage. His palate was seasoned with the flavours...
by Madhushree Basu Roy | Mar 2, 2024 | Food, Foodblog |
Kancha Kumro’r Torkari is just too mundane in the rich tapestry of Bengali cuisine. It’s incredibly flavourful but no one talks about it. Tender pumpkin is a simple yet hearty vegetable that celebrates the freshness and simplicity of ingredients,...