Priya Krishna’s cookbook Indian-ish, documenting her journey of learning to make the distinct, hybridized cuisine of her chic, extremely skilled-in-the-kitchen mom, Ritu, will be out from Houghton ...

India's diverse bread culture features unique regional varieties beyond naan and roti, each with distinct ingredients and ...

In India, every food has a story to tell, depicting a rich history of the past era. From biryani to egg rolls and Mughlai paratha, every food here has a fascinating story behind its origin, making ...

Flatbreads are prized for their simplicity and freshness, meaning you’re much better off making them at home than opting for the often-stale and flavorless store-bought versions. One of the simplest ...

Eating a hot roti with butter or ghee is an almost sublime experience. It would be difficult to find anyone who disagrees with this statement. But, is there a standard, “typical” roti? The answer, ...

It’s the first question I typically ask when teaching cooking classes. Invariably, the answer is loud and unanimous. But, it’s always wrong. Most are quick to answer “naan.” Their faces fall when I ...

Breads have been part of Indian cuisine for thousands of years, evolving alongside local grains, climates, and cooking traditions. While many outside India are familiar with naan or roti, these ...

Naan (not naan bread—please don’t say that!) is the bread that gets undue attention in Indian restaurants. There are dozens of Indian carbs, but somehow, naan is often the only bread offering on menus ...