Three Indian virtual food communities launched during the pandemic

Three Indian virtual food communities launched during the pandemic

Simple Recipes for Complicated Times Founded by Peter Griffin Where: Facebook When: March 2020 As early restrictions of the pandemic were being put in place in 2020, writer and journalist Peter Griffin says many people like him “who had never had to cook, were suddenly having to fend for themselves”. When he found himself asking […]

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How Nivaala helps preserve heirloom recipes with zines and cookbooks

How Nivaala helps preserve heirloom recipes with zines and cookbooks

The recipe journal and an art print illustrated by Shawn D’Souza | Photo Credit: Shruti Taneja Recipes from chefs and home cooks, photo essays and anecdotes, and a pack of heirloom produce. If this is your idea of the perfect gift, Shruti Taneja is your go-to person. The 34-year-old founder of Delhi-based Nivaala (mouthful, in […]

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New menu at Phil’s Bistro Madurai

New menu at Phil’s Bistro Madurai

In a town known for its biryani madness, Phil’s Bistro has held its own with Italian-American cuisine for a decade In a town known for its biryani madness, Phil’s Bistro has held its own with Italian-American cuisine for a decade The success story of the bespoke Phil’s Bistro is scripted by multiple factors:  founder Chef Philip Abraham […]

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