Dear Readers,
Often hailed as the ‘Land of Spices,’ India won’t disappoint you when it comes to dealing with taste buds either. The gastronomic scene in the country — including the street food stalls that sustain more
than half of the population—is truly impressive: every state prides itself for being able to offer a range of interesting dishes. From homely dal
dishes to upscale Tabak Maaz, Bihar’s Litti Chokha
to Himachali Bhey, the country and its state has a different taste and cooking style. In this week’s Feature Story we list out some authentic, must have, local dishes indigenous to the various Indian
states.
We’ve also put together a visual treat made up of culinary ones.
On the cover, we have makeup and yoga expert Bahareh Javidan, preschool educator Seema Gir Ahmed, and fashion director Jibran Khan. While Bahareh spills the beans about what she eats
to stay in shape, Seema shares her childhood memories about food, Jibran tells us about his favourite eatery in the city. To find out more about their profession and their love for food, turn to our
Cover Story.
Although spices and herbs have been part of the culinary world for centuries, you may be surprised to learn that they were celebrated for their medicinal properties well before they were introduced into recipes. In Mind & Body, you can read about these ingredients that offer some remarkable health benefits apart from adding flavour and aroma to your dishes.
A city of fantasists, Bucharest – the capital of Romania – is dubbed as the ‘Paris of the East’ for its architecture and cosmopolitan social
scene. The city is the culmination of all the influences around the region. Check our Grand Getaways where we show why Bucharest
is the hottest travel destination for food connoisseurs. And for an exclusive look at G. Hanuma Vihari and and Preetiraj Yeruva’s
wedding, head to our Wedding Moments section.
And tell us what you think. If you have any suggestions, comments or queries, please e-mail me at publisher@you-and-i.com.