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Dining

Restaurants, chefs, culinary culture, wine, spirits, coffee and tea — the world of fine dining and gastronomic heritage.

Culinary Heritage

The Royal Kitchens of India: Recipes Lost and Found

Inside the palace kitchens where centuries-old recipes are being documented, preserved and reimagined — from the spice-laden biryanis of Hyderabad to the subtle vegetarian feasts of Udaipur.

16 min read
Chefs

The New Guard: Indian Chefs Redefining Global Fine Dining

A generation of Indian chefs is earning Michelin stars, opening restaurants in the world's culinary capitals, and bringing the complexity of Indian gastronomy to an international audience.

14 min read
Wine & Spirits

The Rise of Indian Single Malt

How Indian whiskies went from obscurity to beating Scottish distillers at their own game — the story of the subcontinent's most surprising luxury export.

12 min read
Tea

Darjeeling, Assam, Nilgiri: The Terroir of Indian Tea

The estates, the seasons, the craft — understanding India's three great tea regions and the extraordinary diversity of their production.

10 min read
Restaurants

Palace Dining: The World's Most Spectacular Restaurant Settings

From the Durbar Hall at Fateh Prakash to the rooftop of Rambagh Palace — dining experiences where the setting rivals the cuisine.

13 min read
The Dispatch

The Table

Restaurants, chefs, wine, spirits and culinary culture — the finest dining stories.

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