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Dishoom Interviews

Explore in-depth interviews with Chefs and South Asian artists that uncover the stories, passions, traditions and ambitions that shape their craft. These conversations are a celebration of the people who bring our food and culture to life. We are most thrilled to be sharing this with you.



Rooted in ritual

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.

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Hosting with Kirthanaa

On heritage, identity and beautiful spaces

Rooted in ritual

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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An interview with Soumik Datta

We sit down with Soumik, a super-talented sarod player, who composed the musical score to accompany our 75 Years series to discuss music, identity and inclusivity.

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In conversation with Manjit Thaap

We talk to artist Manjit Thapp about bringing her South-Asian culture to her art, and why she felt an immediate connection with our Trailblazers.

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Taking the Scenic Route with Sudha Bhuchar

Sudha Bhuchar sat down with us to chat all things Ed Fringe, her 40 year career and life as a middle-aged, middle-class, multicultural mother of dual-heritage.