Parsi: From Persia to Bombay: recipes & tales from the ancient culture

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Parsi by Farokh Talati | Cookbook Corner | Nigella Lawson

Mavalvala’s love for her culture and family are evident throughout, and the book begins with a lengthy dedication to her parents and a history of her favourite cuisine. Each recipe is annotated with references to its cultural and familial context, and several recipes are identified as Mavalvala’s own mother’s or passed down by her mother-in-law. Below, we share a selection of images from the book, taken across the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra, and the stories behind them—courtesy of Talati.

Try this recipe from the book

Batasais another parsi favorite. Dip the batasa into your tea or coffee for the right amount of time so that it melts in your mouth and explodes with the unique BATASA flavor.

A New Cookbook Explores the Rich Diversity of Parsi Food

Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Cloves, Cardamon, Rosewater, and Vanilla flavor the food and remind us of the sweetness of life. This is the First Dastoor Meherjirana Library in Navsari. We came to Navsari, a small town six hours out of Bombay on a tip that we might get a chance to go inside a traditional Parsi vinegar factory.Welcome to Parsi Cuisine.Th e Parsi way of cooking is traditionally adapted from Indian and from Indian ingredients and spices.