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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Chai Pe Charcha with Anita Kaushal, founder of Mauli Rituals

We sit down with Anita Kaushal of Mauli Rituals and other close friends, to discuss the ups and downs of being a female South Asian business owner.

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Ramadan with Chef Naved

As part of our Rooted in Ritual series, we sit down with OG Dishoom-walla, Chef Naved Nasir. He shares the feast-filled Ramadans of his childhood and reflects on a ‘superpower’ that he gains from fasting.

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Ramadan with Sabah Choudrey

As part of our Rooted in Ritual series, we talk to author and activist Sabah Choudrey about their connection to Ramadan – moments of self-reflection, mischief and magic.

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Vaisakhi with Saroop Sangha

As part of our Rooted in Ritual series, we talk to self-made ‘Punjabi fashion girl’ Saroop Sangha about Vaisakhi – what it means to her, what she eats, and naturally, what she wears.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XXII, November

Marigolds, twinkling lights, the orange burn of autumn. Festivities are in full bloom. Diwali is upon us. This Dishoom Loves, we’ve gathered everything you need to welcome in light, warmth and togetherness.

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Ramadan with Ayesha Erkin

Joining us for our Rooted in Ritual series is author, architect and recipe developer, Ayesha Erkin, who shares recipes for a sweet Ramadan and reflects on how the holy month led her from stress and loneliness to self-awareness and community.

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Celebrating 20 million meals

20 million meals for children

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Bombay: a delicious melting pot

Bombay is a delicious melting pot, where cultures continually mingle and evolve. Read on for the history of Bombay’s cuisine, with its Portuguese, Parsi and Goan influences.