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Advertise on INDOlinkJoin Laxmi Hiremath as she takes you on a unique trip around India and gives you a taste of the various delicacies that has made Indian food what it is today: tasty, delicious and always flavorful.
Invasions and migrations have made the Indian subcontinent, a melting pot of peoples of many national, religious and geographical backgrounds, much like the United States of America. Throughout its history dating as far back as 300 B.C. when Alexander the Great extended his empire up to the northwest region of the peninsula, India has witnessed the rise and fall of several emperors of its own. Today, the ancient history of India's old glory is reflected in many of its cities. As a food lover, I like to believe that it was the rich and titillating aroma of spices that persuaded the vast majority of outsiders to set up permanent home in India. Indeed, it was India's fabled spices that brought to its shore, explorers and colonial empire builders. Indian society assimilated new cultures into its fold but continued to maintain its individualistic character in spite of various vicissitudes.
Over the centuries, Indian cooking has become as diverse as the peoples who came together in this original melting pot. Strongly influenced by old traditions, religion, geography and economic roots, it's food varies from region to region. Due to heavy rainfall in some parts, an abundance of vegetables, legumes and grains are grown, which manifests into an exciting vegetarian fare.
Owing to this reason, the subcontinent has cradled a proud place in classic cooking. You will find tantalizing diversity, sophistication and imagination. I will take you on a tour of the Indian subcontinent ............... the story follows.
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