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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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What is Indian Independence Day?
On Independence Day, we reflect on the journey from Partition to the rich identity of India today. It is this deep, valuable diversity which we celebrate today.
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Opening Dishoom King's Cross
Our big shed had become a living breathing restaurant
Snacks & sides
Kachumber Salad
A messy to-do of cucumber, onion and tomato
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The story of Indian Independence
Don’t limit a child to your own learning, for she was born in another time. – Rabindranath Tagore
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On Not Belonging, Then Belonging, by Rema
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The Journey to Independence
Stories of a new nation
Snacks & sides
Barbecue Side Dishes
Dishoom's most-loved summer sides
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Slip Disc: The sleeve notes
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Bombay London Grooves – Creating Slip Disc
A Labour of Love and Music
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Working at Dishoom
We're on the lookout for more brilliant and lovely people to join us
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Dishoom x Pizza Pilgrims – The Bacon & Egg Naan Pizza Special
A 'magic' teaming up
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Dishoom Loves: South Asian Christmas Gift Guide
Gifts to cherish from talented friends
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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2023
Delight in fulsome feasts and thoughtful gifts for loved ones. A guide to Valentine's gifting.
Pudding
Pineapple & Black Pepper Crumble
A first-class winter warmer
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Reflecting on 2023, by Shamil Thakrar
Attempting to get the measure of the year gone by.
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Reflecting on 2021, by Shamil Thakrar
Reflections in the last days of 2021.
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Reflecting on 2020, by Shamil Thakrar
Farewell to the year 2020.
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Reflecting on 2019, by Shamil Thakrar
Seeking understanding at the bottom of my glass.
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Reflecting on 2017, by Shamil Thakrar
I'm here again.
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Reflecting on 2016, by Shamil Thakrar
Seeking answers in the Permit Room.
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Reflecting on 2015, by Shamil Thakrar
Back Here in the Permit Room Again.