A selection of stories: there’s Bombay magic within
Dishoom stories
Here, you’ll find tales that delve into the origins of our beloved recipes, the traditions that inspire them and the culture in which they are embedded.
From the bustle of Bombay’s streets to the timeless charm of the old Irani cafés, we invite you to explore the stories that have shaped our menu and celebrate the city that we hold so dear.
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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.
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The story of Diwali and Ramayana, by Vayu Naidu
A guest blog post by master storyteller, Vayu Naidu
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Dishoom's Christmas Turkey
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Celebrating 20 million meals
20 million meals for children
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The Art of Mango
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Dishoom Impact Report 2024
People, community and planet. Read the Dishoom Impact Report 2024 - the things we're proud of and our plans for the future.
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A love letter to Bombay
A love-letter-of-sorts to the city of Bombay
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Dishoom Battersea's Bhatti Chicken special
Also once known as Mr Khatri's Chicken
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Bombay’s Modern Art scene meets Dishoom Canary Wharf, by Mortimer Chaterjee
A guest post by dear friend, Mortimer Chatterjee
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Leopold's café
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The Magic of Breakfast
Food for Thought, Fuel for Learning
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A Night at the Bombay Roxy
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Welcome to Dishoom Permit Room Cambridge
The vibe never dims
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Discovering the theatre and café culture of 1950s Bombay
Theatre and café culture of 1950s Bombay.
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The ritual of Zakat
Ramadan, The Month of Giving
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What is Ganesh Chaturthi?
A celebration of oneness
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Dishoom x Magic Breakfast: More than a partnership
Thoughts from Carmel McConnell MBE
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What is Vaisakhi?
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Britannia café, a vintage classic
Britannia Café is a lovely piece of vintage Bombay which is slowly disappearing. We visit for a berry pulao and Thums Up, and are greeted by proud owner Mr Kohinoor.
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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.
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What is Navroz?
A new year celebration of spring, life, and renewal
