Odisha’s iconic dahi bara aloo dum is taking New York City by storm, with Chef Vikas Khanna’s restaurant selling out amid overwhelming demand. The crowd favorite pairs crisp lentil dumplings with creamy yogurt and a spicy potato curry, now offered for longer thanks to its popularity. Khanna calls it a dish rooted in memory, spice, comfort, and celebration.
London restaurateur Harman Singh Kapoor says he was held for nearly 24 hours after an arrest tied to his non halal restaurant Rangrez. He alleges discriminatory treatment by the Metropolitan Police and Mayor Sadiq Khan, saying authorities acted unfairly despite his Sikh faith based principles. Kapoor now plans legal action and asks supporters to patronize his business directly.
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Masala dosa, a South Indian street staple from Tamil Nadu, has entered global culinary headlines by ranking sixth on TasteAtlas’ list of the world’s best pancakes. Made from fermented rice and lentil batter and filled with spiced potatoes, it scored a 4.3 rating. The dish’s ancient roots include temple traditions where it’s offered as sacred food.
President Trump and Melania Trump hosted King Charles and Queen Camilla for a White House state dinner celebrating US-UK ties. The spring-themed menu leaned on White House garden ingredients and was paired with American wines, including a $28 bottle. Garden-inspired East Room decor and military music set a dramatic tone as guests dined on a beehive-shaped dessert.
Paradise Biryani is planning a ₹100 crore fundraise to power rapid expansion of its Hyderabadi brand. With 57 stores today, it targets 160 outlets, aiming to add 100 new outlets in the next three years and move into major markets like Pune and Kolkata. The company is betting on strong momentum in India’s growing biryani market.
Mad Over Donuts is facing a fresh legal challenge after the Bombay High Court issued notice over its GST treatment, with regulators alleging the company has been charging incorrectly. The dispute raises a wider question for eateries selling packaged foods like cookies, chocolates, and bread: should these items attract 18% GST or a different tax rate?
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Agro Tech Foods, parent of Sundrop oils and ACT II popcorn, is set to acquire Del Monte India for INR 1,300 crore. ET Prime explores how combining these brands could unlock distribution, manufacturing, and brand synergy, and what it could mean for India’s packaged condiment category, where consumers already have established habits and strong competition.
Indian snacking—especially potato chips and wafers—has quietly become a standout consumer opportunity, drawing increasing attention from global capital. The surprise element is how an entry priced, everyday INR5 treat can signal long-term growth for legacy brands like Haldiram’s and newer champions such as Balaji, reshaping investor focus.
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