When I go to a market in Mumbai, the first thing that hits me is the combination of smells and sounds. There's always somebody making pav bhaji, a Mumbai specialty consisting of a soft, buttered roll ...

Heat the canola oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet. Fry the onions, garlic, ginger and chili until translucent, ...

When we think of South Indian snacks, classics like medu vada, murukku and banana chips instantly come to mind. But beyond these popular favourites lies a world of lesser-known delights waiting to be ...

This comforting and aromatic vegetarian curry from chef Jes Thomas is enriched with coconut milk and filled with canned chickpeas, potatoes, and caulifower. Tandoori chicken is one of the world's most ...

Clockwise from top left: author Vijaya Selvaraju, "the best" butter chicken, Amritsari chole (chickpea curry) and easy mixed vegetable samosas. AUTHOR PHOTO BY MEMORIES MEDIA/FOOD PHOTOS BY TANYA ...