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Dishoom Loves

Issue XXVII, April

April brims with luscious newness. Green shoots break through winter-hardened soil while long evenings invite adventuring. In celebration of this abundant renewal, we offer our own fresh joys to delight. Read on for spring smiles.

interview

What’s in my Dabba? with Executive Chef Arun

As part of our What’s in my Dabba? series, Dishoom’s Executive Chef Arun Tilak shares spicing tips, a beloved family recipe and a secret ingredient for spiking your chai.

recipe

Chef Arun’s Family Fish Curry

Juicy kingfish steaks are marinated until ruby red, then cooked oh-so tenderly in a sauce rich with spices and tangy with tamarind.

story

The History of Dishoom Chai

Why this spicy-sweet cup of comfort is so important to us. Chai is the fuel that keeps Bombay running.

story

What is Vaisakhi?

Vaisakhi, a day marked across India by people of many faiths, is celebrated in Punjab as the start of the new harvest.

story

A celebration of chutneys

Dip, dab or daub to your heart's content

story

The Art of Mango

As an ode to the beloved fruit, we have invited three friends to interpret their love for mangoes in their own unique way.

interview

What’s in my Dabba? with Executive Chef Arun

As part of our What’s in my Dabba? series, Dishoom’s Executive Chef Arun Tilak shares spicing tips, a beloved family recipe and a secret ingredient for spiking your chai.

recipe

Chef Arun’s Family Fish Curry

Juicy kingfish steaks are marinated until ruby red, then cooked oh-so tenderly in a sauce rich with spices and tangy with tamarind.

story

The History of Dishoom Chai

Why this spicy-sweet cup of comfort is so important to us. Chai is the fuel that keeps Bombay running.

story

What is Vaisakhi?

Vaisakhi, a day marked across India by people of many faiths, is celebrated in Punjab as the start of the new harvest.

story

A celebration of chutneys

Dip, dab or daub to your heart's content

story

The Art of Mango

As an ode to the beloved fruit, we have invited three friends to interpret their love for mangoes in their own unique way.

Recipes from the Dishoom cafés

A selection of the best recipes for our signature café dishes

Mains

Chicken Berry Britannia Biryani

Mains

Lamb Raan

Mains

Chilli Broccoli Salad

Small plates

Chilli Chicken

Breakfast

Banana and Date Porridge

Mains

Lamb Raan

Mains

Chilli Broccoli Salad

Small plates

Chilli Chicken

Breakfast

Banana and Date Porridge

Mains

Lamb Raan

Mains

Chilli Broccoli Salad

Small plates

Chilli Chicken

Breakfast

Banana and Date Porridge

Mains

Lamb Raan

Mains

Chilli Broccoli Salad

Small plates

Chilli Chicken

Breakfast

Banana and Date Porridge

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Founding Myths

The Dishoom Battersea story

In which a young girl transforms into Choti Dishoom

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Founding Myths

The Dishoom Canary Wharf story

In which the canny and ambitious son of a humble Irani café owner ends up in way over his head...

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Founding Myths

The Dishoom Carnaby story

In which an Irani is called home from London

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Dishoom Loves is a curated showcase of exciting creative in UK South Asian culture. Whether it be food, music, theatre, literature, art, history, retail – we collate the things that we believe in and share it here, with you.

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Dishoom Loves

Issue XXVII, April

April brims with luscious newness. Green shoots break through winter-hardened soil while long evenings invite adventuring. In celebration of this abundant renewal, we offer our own fresh joys to delight. Read on for spring smiles.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XXVI, March: Ramadan Edition

March unfolds, bringing with it the holy month of Ramadan – a time of fasting, kindness and reflection. In this edition, we honour its traditions through art, food and film, celebrating devotion and togetherness.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XXV, February

Embrace the art of gifting, crafting and self-expression this February, a month that affords gentle affections and bold declarations alike.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XXIV, January

January. Where dark is met with a warm brightness: a fresh start, with all the promise and anticipation this may hold. Read on for a selection of books, films and fragrances to embrace the new year with invigorated spirits.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XXIII, December

Twinkling lights and high spirits. December, you host an abundance of festivity and a most magnificent finale.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XXII, November

Marigolds, twinkling lights, the orange burn of autumn. Festivities are in full bloom. Diwali is upon us. This Dishoom Loves, we’ve gathered everything you need to welcome in light, warmth and togetherness.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XXI, October

October. You herald such anticipation! This month, we can’t wait to share our finest (and perhaps most ambitious) menu up-date, to date.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XX, September

September. She brings a clean change to the air and with it a whole host of new things to look forward to. Take a look at what Dishoom Loves this month.

Dishoom Loves

Ed Fringe Special, 2024

It’s August. And the streets of Edinburgh are filled with music, art, laughter, song. Creations of every kind ignite the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Outlined below are the acts we’ve circled in our festival programme.

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Dishoom Loves

Issue XXVI, March: Ramadan Edition

March unfolds, bringing with it the holy month of Ramadan – a time of fasting, kindness and reflection. In this edition, we honour its traditions through art, food and film, celebrating devotion and togetherness.

Dishoom Loves

Issue XXV, February

Embrace the art of gifting, crafting and self-expression this February, a month that affords gentle affections and bold declarations alike.

24 hours: In Bombay

“I recommend being by the sea. At the Gateway of India, you can book a one-hour sailing trip on a little sailboat.”

24 hours in

Read our delicious city guides

Interviews

Read on for conversations with friends

interview

In conversation with Chef Arun Tilak, part one

interview

Chai Pe Charcha with Anita Kaushal, founder of Mauli Rituals

interview

Hosting with Kirthanaa

interview

In conversation with Chef Arun Tilak, part two

interview

In conversation with Manjit Thaap

guide

Zeenat Kulavoor's Guide to 24 Hours in Bombay

interview

Taking the Scenic Route with Sudha Bhuchar

interview

Chai Pe Charcha with Anita Kaushal, founder of Mauli Rituals

interview

Hosting with Kirthanaa

interview

In conversation with Chef Arun Tilak, part two

interview

In conversation with Manjit Thaap

guide

Zeenat Kulavoor's Guide to 24 Hours in Bombay

interview

Taking the Scenic Route with Sudha Bhuchar

interview

Chai Pe Charcha with Anita Kaushal, founder of Mauli Rituals

interview

Hosting with Kirthanaa

interview

In conversation with Chef Arun Tilak, part two

interview

In conversation with Manjit Thaap

guide

Zeenat Kulavoor's Guide to 24 Hours in Bombay

interview

Taking the Scenic Route with Sudha Bhuchar

interview

Chai Pe Charcha with Anita Kaushal, founder of Mauli Rituals

interview

Hosting with Kirthanaa

interview

In conversation with Chef Arun Tilak, part two

interview

In conversation with Manjit Thaap

guide

Zeenat Kulavoor's Guide to 24 Hours in Bombay

interview

Taking the Scenic Route with Sudha Bhuchar

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