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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.

Dishoom Loves

Issue V, June

From books to read in the sunshine, exhibitions to sneak into when the clouds come out and a special historical moment. Read on for all the things we're loving in June.

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A celebration of chutneys

Dip, dab or daub to your heart's content

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Reflections from Bhawani Singh Shekhawat, CEO at Akshaya Patra UK

We are so fortunate, still.

Dishoom Loves

Issue IV, May

Along with each new month comes a smattering of new cultural happenings. And as the sun shines brighter, diaries fill up faster. This May, make space in your calendar for some of the brilliant things Dishoom Loves.

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The Dishoom Shoreditch Verandah

On a sunny day, somewhere in East London

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Dishoom x Dialogues of Diaspora – Shamil Thakrar and Shalina Patel

Identity. Representation. History. Evolution. Diversity.

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Chilli Garlic Crab

A Special Seafood Recipe

Total:30 minutes

Breakfast

Uttapam Pancake Stack

Chef Naved has shared his recipe for making an extra fluffy stack at home

Total:20 minutes

Dishoom Loves

Issue III, April

As before, we’re so pleased to share with you a collection of first-class recommendations and much-loved cultural fixtures that we’re currently enjoying. And as we revel in the longer days and shorter nights, here’s a quick selection of all things Dishoom loves. 

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Fasting and Feasting – Notes on Ramadan & Eid, by Rida Bilgrami

A guest post by Rida Bilgrami

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The History of Dishoom Chai

Why this spicy-sweet cup of comfort is so important to us

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What is Eid Al Fitr – The celebration of breaking fast (Iftar)

Eid-al-Fitr is welcomed with great joy after a month of austerity.

Dishoom Loves

Issue II, March

As February draws to a close, March brings a promise of spring, longer days and a collection of first-class recommendations that we’re looking to enjoy over the coming month. Settle in with a chai, as we share more of what Dishoom Loves.

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Celebrating Women in Indian Cinema

with 'Not Just Bollywood' film season

Snacks & sides

Coriander Mint Chutney

Serve with hot grills, for dipping and daubing as you see fit.

Total:15 minutes

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The History of Raksha Bandhan

A Celebration of Brotherhood

Snacks & sides

Date recipes for Eid, by Ayesha Erkin

Ayesha Erkin shares one of her delectable date recipes

Total:17 minutes

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Dishoom x Dialogues of Diaspora – 'An Unexpected History' by Shalina Patel

Suffragette Indian princesses, espionage agents and a complimentary tour of the Egyptian pyramids

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What is Holi?

BURA NA MANO, HOLI HAI!

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A poem on Dishoom Covent Garden

By Joe Winter

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Designing Dishoom – Irani café inspration