Kolkata: The Cookbook: Recipes from the heart of Bengal

Kolkata is a vibrant city in West Bengal known for its eclectic cuisine, blending Mughal, Chinese, Tibetan, and British colonial influences. Rinku Dutt's book "Kolkata: The City of Food" showcases the best of the city's food with over 70 simple recipes, capturing the city's unique atmosphere through stunning food and travel photography.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2022
Publisher: Smith Street Books

Kolkata, the vibrant city of West Bengal, holds a captivating allure as a gastronomic paradise. Renowned as the cultural capital of India, it proudly bears the moniker 'City of Joy.' This bustling metropolis seamlessly blends the timeless charm of old India with the modernity of the present, creating a unique culinary landscape that beckons exploration. Bengalis, renowned for their love of fish, vegetables, and desserts, place immense importance on nourishing their bodies with wholesome and delectable regional specialties. In this captivating cookbook, Rinku Dutt presents a delectable array of over 70 simple recipes, effortlessly reproducible in home kitchens. Through stunning food and travel photography, the book vividly captures the city's vibrant atmosphere, showcasing its rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and the enduring legacy of family favorites passed down through generations. From sustaining breakfasts to delightful lunches, from mouthwatering street-food bites to sumptuous dinners and irresistible sweets, Kolkata offers an abundance of culinary delights to discover. Prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey that will tantalize your taste buds and immerse you in the soul of this extraordinary city.

Weight: 1084g
Dimension: 210 x 263 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781922417923