Starters and Snacks
A dish said to have been born in Chennai, there are many myths around it, one being that it was the "Nth" on the menu.
What is Chicken 65?
Even though different South Indian states pronounce the last syllable differently, there's no doubt that this savory crepe is one of the best selling breakfast dishes.
What is Dosa?
One of the most popular dishes of South Asia, and the most ordered dish on delivery platforms, this food with its Persian name doesn't need any other introduction.
What is biriyani?
Translating to Rose Berry, these deep fried balls of milk solids + flour dough is soaked in an aromatic sugar syrup.
What is Gulab Jamun?
Originating in Punjab, the name of this yogurt based beverage with a smoothie like consistency was proposed for the Android OS when it was the turn of the letter L.
What is Lassi?
Common to South Asia and the Middle East, these usually triangular deep fried pockets are a tea time favourite and served with green and red chutney.
What is a Samosa?
A savoury sponge from Gujarat, this dish is served with fried green chillies and coriander chutney
What is Dhokla?
A popular dish in South India, Sri Lanka, and Maldives, this pigeon pea and tamarind broth with vegetables is an accompaniment and a staple in breakfasts and meals.
What is Sambar?
What is Barfi?
Made with a sarsaparilla root extract syrup, this category of cold beverage is very popular during the hot months.
What is Sarbat?
Marinated in spices and grilled along with diced onions, capsicum, and tomatoes, this cottage cheese dish is pretty much omnipresent in every starter course at restaurants.
What is Paneer Tikka?
Deriving its name from salt, the semolina version of this dish is the most common.
What is upma?
Considered a true British national dish, this curry of roasted chicken and creamy sauce is offered at restaurants around the world.
What is chicken tikka?
Originating in Persia, there are Indian variants of this dense, gelatinous confectionary, the most famous of them being known by the city of its origin.
What is Halwa?
An appetizer that may also be consumed or after a meal, this Konkani drink contains coconut milk and is mixed with salt, kokum, chilli and garlic for flavour.
What is solkadhi?
The "water" being the prime flavour contributor, one of this popular dish is a mouthful and is usually priced at food carts as X for Rs Y.
What is Paani Puri?
A flatbread native to the Indian subcontinent, this one may or may not have stuffings, but is definitely a filling breakfast!
What is paratha?
This Tibetan steamed dumpling popular in India, and served with a red hot chutney.
What is momo?
A yellow sweet flatbread fried in ghee, this dish usually contains a filling of jaggery and coconut, but also comes with a variant with the stuffing being mashed lentils.
What is puranpoli?
Made from raw mangoes, this summer drink also contains cumin and mint leaves.
What is Aam Panna?
Said to date back to between 100 BCE – 300 CE, this category of deep fried dish has made its way to countries like Guyana, Suriname, Mauritius etc, and also form the basis of Mumbai's favourite snack.
Known by the word for flattened rice, this breakfast which has a characteristic yellow colour is popular in Madhya Pradesh and served with jalebi.
What is poha?
With slow cooked potatoes, this saucy dish goes very well with naan
What is aloo dum?
This layered cake of Indo-Portuguese origin containing egg yolk and coconut milk, is popular during Christmas, but has also become available available throughout the year thanks to tourism.
What is Bebinca?
Prepared in a copper kettle, this green tea with saffron, cardamom and occasionally rose is a popular drink of choice in Kashmir.
What is Kahwah?