by Anindya | Jul 20, 2019 | Food, Foodblog |
I am sure there will be many more who would have asked Urvika the same question – what next and when do we get a chance to eat your food again? Urvika Kanoi needs no introduction in Kolkata food scenario. She has been running a very successful gourmet food...
by Madhushree Basu Roy | Jan 12, 2019 | Food, Foodblog |
My grandmother was a remarkable woman. She accomplished much in her life and probably could have done more, had she been from this era. I sometimes feel dwarfed in front of her achievements and her strength. In fact, right now, I know for sure that I would not be...
by Anindya | Dec 7, 2018 | Food, Foodblog |
I was slightly confused about how to translate ‘Dum’ to English. This is all about Bengali Murgir Dum or Bengali style slow-cooked chicken curry. I referred to who else but Colleen Taylor Sen and her book History of Food In India. Quoting her –...
by Anindya | Jul 31, 2018 | Eating Out, Food |
Chemistry was a terrifying subject for me. Like all Bongo shontans (decent Bengali boys), growing up in 90’s meant taking up science in Senior Secondary and starting tutions from CKD (profs were called by their initials). Chef Praveen Anand reminded me of CKD....
by Anindya | Apr 17, 2018 | Food, Foodblog |
I am a shy cook and the only dish that I have mastered is Kosha Mangsho. Dipali is a classic cook and she cooks regularly depending on her mood. However, it’s said that when she makes her Mutton Korma, it’s news in Delhi and people travel miles to taste...