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Dishoom stories | Bombay
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.
Bombay
Christmas in Bombay
At Dishoom and across the world, Christmas is a time for giving, feasting, laughter and high spirits. Explore how Bombay celebrates Christmas.
Bombay
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.
Bombay
A love letter to Bombay
A love-letter-of-sorts to the city of Bombay
Bombay
Leopold's café
Bombay
The Art of Mango
Bombay
Discovering the theatre and café culture of 1950s Bombay
Theatre and café culture of 1950s Bombay.
Bombay
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.
Cafés
Designing Dishoom – Irani café inspration
Bombay
Bombay's 'hot' Jazz scene by Dom James
Bombay
From Bombay to London, by Pooja
Before I moved to London I was told often how similar it is to Bombay.
Bombay
Bademiya Grill House
Every Bombayite knows Bademiya...
Bombay
Preserving memories on plates
In a way, all that we are is a bundle of memories.
