Stories, recipes, interviews, guides and more

The Dishoom Journal - All

Here you’ll find everything that excites us about Bombay. Immerse yourself in stories rich with heritage; savour cherished recipes from our most treasured spots; dive into interviews with talented South Asian creators; and wander through the city with our 24 hour guides to Bombay.

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A Guide to Mohammed Ali Road

Ready your senses, dear patron. Loosen your waistbands and your resolve! In our Mohammed Ali Road Guide, the most exuberant appetites will be rewarded.

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Mother's Day Gift Guide

For those looking to show gratitude this Mother’s Day, we hope to impart a little inspiration as we share gifts to guarantee warm smiles.

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Issue XXVII, April

April brims with luscious newness. Green shoots break through winter-hardened soil while long evenings invite adventuring. In celebration of this abundant renewal, we offer our own fresh joys to delight. Read on for spring smiles.

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Issue XXVI, March: Ramadan Edition

March unfolds, bringing with it the holy month of Ramadan – a time of fasting, kindness and reflection. In this edition, we honour its traditions through art, food and film, celebrating devotion and togetherness.

Permit Room Special

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Permit Room Mango Lassi Punch

Like the popular fruity-yoghurty Indian drink, with boozier consequences.

Total:1 hour 30 minutes

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Falooda

Sweet, extravagant and fun; a glass full of malai kulfi, vermicelli, rose syrup and sweet basil seeds.

Total:35 minutes

Permit Room Special

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Permit Room Spicy Chicken Puff

A satisfyingly spicy Irani bakery favourite.

Total:55 minutes

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Chef Arun’s Family Fish Curry

Juicy kingfish steaks are marinated until ruby red, then cooked oh-so tenderly in a sauce rich with spices and tangy with tamarind.

Total:2 hours

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Cockney Sikh’s Langar-walle Aloo Rotis

Hearty, humble potatoes are mashed and spiced to perfection, kneaded into a pillowy dough, then cooked atop a hot tawa until they sizzle and steam.

Total:35 minutes

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White Chocolate, Rose & Pistachio Dates

Ayesha Erkin shares yet another first-class date recipe to savour during Ramadan and after.

Total:45 minutes

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The ritual of Zakat

Ramadan, The Month of Giving

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Issue XXV, February

Embrace the art of gifting, crafting and self-expression this February, a month that affords gentle affections and bold declarations alike.

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Issue XXIV, January

January. Where dark is met with a warm brightness: a fresh start, with all the promise and anticipation this may hold. Read on for a selection of books, films and fragrances to embrace the new year with invigorated spirits.

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What’s in my Dabba? with Cockney Sikh

As part of our What’s In My Dabba? series, Suresh Singh – better known as the Cockney Sikh – shares philosophical tidbits, a langar-inspired aloo roti recipe and fond memories of his mum.

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Issue XXIII, December

Twinkling lights and high spirits. December, you host an abundance of festivity and a most magnificent finale.

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What’s in my Dabba? with Executive Chef Arun

As part of our What’s in my Dabba? series, Dishoom’s Executive Chef Arun Tilak shares spicing tips, a beloved family recipe and a secret ingredient for spiking your chai.