Introduction | p. 8 |
The Culture of Indian Cuisine | p. 9 |
History | p. 14 |
Food, Religion, Castes and Culture | p. 18 |
How Indians Eat | p. 25 |
Etiquette | p. 30 |
Staples and Specialities | p. 33 |
Spices | p. 35 |
Rice | p. 48 |
Breads and Cereals | p. 51 |
Daal | p. 55 |
Meat | p. 57 |
Fish and Seafood | p. 63 |
Vegetables | p. 66 |
Fruit | p. 71 |
Coconut | p. 74 |
Pickles, Chutneys and Relishes | p. 75 |
Dairy | p. 78 |
Cooking Mediums | p. 81 |
Nuts | p. 82 |
Sweets | p. 83 |
Paan | p. 86 |
Drinks | p. 89 |
Alcoholic Drinks | p. 90 |
Non-Alcoholic Beverages | p. 99 |
Some Cooking and Traditions | p. 113 |
Kitchens and Utensils | p. 119 |
Honoured Guest | p. 124 |
An Indian Banquet | p. 126 |
Celebrating with Food | p. 129 |
Hindu Festivals | p. 130 |
Non-Hindu Festivals | p. 143 |
Personal Celebrations | p. 146 |
Regional Variations | p. 151 |
North India | p. 153 |
East India | p. 170 |
West India | p. 180 |
South India | p. 189 |
Shopping and Markets | p. 203 |
Roving Vendors | p. 210 |
Other Shops | p. 211 |
Things to Take Home | p. 212 |
Where to Eat and Drink | p. 213 |
Specific Eateries | p. 217 |
Foreign Cuisines | p. 221 |
Menus | p. 222 |
Tipping | p. 222 |
Children | p. 222 |
Vegetarians and Vegans | p. 223 |
Where to Drink | p. 228 |
Street Food | p. 231 |
Platform Food | p. 235 |
Directions | p. 236 |
Fit and Healthy | p. 241 |
Eat Your Words | p. 249 |
Recommended Reading | p. 312 |
Index | p. 313 |
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