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Sohan Halwa: The Gift from the City of Saints

October 15, 2018September 5, 2018

I recently went to a handloom and handicraft fair where I purchased Sohan Halwa from a Rajasthani merchant. I hadn’t intended to purchase it at …

Europe, Food Heritage, GIP Jan - June 2018

The art of making pizza

August 31, 2018September 6, 2018

In December 2017 the art of the Neapolitan pizza (that is related to the Italian ancient verb “pisare”, which means “to press, to crush” in …

Asia, Food Heritage, Traditions

Jalebi through the years

June 17, 2018June 16, 2018

Jalebi through is a sweet popular in regions such as South Asia, West Asia, North Africa and East Africa. It is made from deep-fried maida …

Asia, Food Heritage, GIP Jan - June 2018

Gaziantep: A gastronomic hub in Turkey

April 28, 2018September 6, 2018

Gaziantep is a city whose roots go back to more than 10,000 years. It is the vital bridge that has been connecting the Mediterranean basin …

Africa, Asia, Editor's Picks, Food Heritage, GIP Jan - June 2018

Tasting the flavours of China in Nigeria

April 15, 2018May 22, 2018

The food of China is an accurate symbol of Chinese culture and their attitude towards a meal. Aside from the modern cuisines of China, there has always …

Africa, Food Heritage, GIP Jan - June 2018

Bolè; a rich African road side delicacy

April 7, 2018April 5, 2018

Food is an integral part of any culture. It forms an indelible part of our origin and experience. ‘Bolè’ is a road side delicacy, highly …

Europe, Food Heritage, GIP Jan - June 2018

Hatay: The UNESCO city of Gastronomy

April 6, 2018September 6, 2018

The Hatay Province has a long Mediterranean coastline. It is covered in lush flora. It is best known as one of the destinations famous for …

Africa, Food Heritage

Showcasing Port Harcourt through food

April 4, 2018April 4, 2018

Port-Harcourt is the capital of Rivers-State and is widely known as the Garden City of Nigeria. Famous as an oil producing city of the Niger …

Asia, Editor's Picks, Food Heritage, GIP Jan - June 2018

Parantha; a staple in the North Indian household

April 2, 2018May 22, 2018

Parantha is a fried dough food originating from the Indian subcontinent. Previously parantha was made both with or without filling. However, as we became more …