Naan Curry

In this special 100th episode, the 2Gs, our gourmands and geeks, Sadaf and Archit, are spreading some love with ghee. Together, they explore: Sit back, enjoy this century-worthy effort and make some laddus while our 2Gs churn out this conversation. Important links to geek out more Article: The Untold Story of Indian Ghee by Aditya RaghavanArticle: Ghee: A Short Consideration from an Ayurvedic PerspectiveBook: Essential Ayurveda by Shubhra KrishanVideo: How many litre milk are used to make 1kg Bilona ghee? Top 5 reasons to eat ghee everyday by Dr. Hansaji YogendraBook: Foods that Changed History: How Foods Shaped Civilization from the Ancient World to the Present by Christopher Cumo You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and statements expressed in the episodes of the shows hosted on the IVM Podcasts network are solely those of the individual participants, hosts, and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of IVM Podcasts or its management. IVM Podcasts does not endorse or assume responsibility for any content, claims, or representations made by the participants during the shows. This includes, but is not limited to, the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. IVM Podcasts is not liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages arising out of or in connection with the use or dissemination of the content featured in the shows. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the 2Gs, our gourmands and geeks, Sadaf and Archit, speak with Charmaine O'Brien, an award-winning author, chef, and Ph.D. candidate in creative writing. Together, they explore: So, sit back and relax, and let’s understand the evolution of Indian food and where it is headed. Important links to geek out more Instagram Website Eating the Present, Tasting the Future: Exploring India Through her Changing Food by Charmaine O'Brien Flavours Of Delhi: A Food Lover's Guide by Charmaine O'Brien The Penguin Food Guide to India by Charmaine O' Brien How restaurants, MasterChef and YouTube shaped Indian food by Ruth Dsouza Prabhu Bengaluru’s Oota, Bombay Canteen, Gurugram’s Comorin—Indian chefs dig into regional cuisine by Charmaine You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the 2Gs, our gourmands and geeks, Sadaf and Archit, speak with Asma Khan, author, chef, and founder of Darjeeling Express. Together, they explore: Important links to geek out more: Social Media Twitter Instagram Books by Asma Khan Asma's Indian KitchenAmmuArticle: Asma Khan Won't Stop Shaking the World by Katherine LagraveArticle: Asma Khan: ‘Restaurants should be ranked on how they treat their people’ by Nosheen IqbalArticle: At Chef Asma Khan's table, food is served with a dash of courage by Avantika Bhuyan You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sadaf and Archit explore one of the most underrated cuisines in India - Kashmiri. They’re joined by Nalini Sadhu, Hans Sadhu and Mikhail Sadhu, who are the proprietors of one of India’s top Kashmiri restaurants - Matamaal. They discuss: Important links to geek out more: The chef who wants people to know what Kashmiri Pandits eatThe Meat of the Matter With Kashmiri PanditsDid You Know Kashmiri Wazwan Cooks Speak A Secret Language?Matamaal’s WebsiteK&M Spice Market You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sadaf Hussain explores food trends and fads with culinary expert and writer Rushina Munshaw Ghildiyal. Together, they discuss: Important links to geek out more: Social Media Instagram Twitter WebsiteReport: Godrej Food Trends Report 2022Article:The top food trends of 2023: India’s culinary by Arzoo DinaArticle:The Food Trends To Watch In India And Globally In 2023 You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Archit is joined by Jarrod Kimber, cricket writer, analyst, podcaster, Youtuber and filmmaker. They discuss: Important links to geek out more: - Jarrod Kimber’s Youtube Page - Article: Angry Ishant Sharma left Gabba at lunch on Day 3 to eat vegetarian food - Article: FOODIES ON THE FIELD by Sharda Ugra - Article: Jarrod’s Essay on Sreesanth - Naan Curry Ep. 12: Food & Cricket ft. Dhananjaya Chak of The Edges & Sledges Cricket Podcast You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Archit lists all the top foods of Delhi and is joined by physicist, cricket analyst and Delhi-food romantic Himanish Ganjoo. They discuss: Important links to geek out more: TwitterArchit’s poem on Moti Mahal’s Butter ChickenHimanish’s Twitter Thread on Delhi KebabsRahul Verma’s Articles You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sadaf Hussain explores Gujarati cuisine and food writing with UK-based author, writer, and BBC’s Great British Bake-Off contestant Urvashi Roe. Together, they discuss Important links to geek out more: Social Media | Instagram | Twitter | Website Book: Biting Biting: Snacking Gujarati-Style by Urvashi Roe Article: My Favourite Dish: Urvashi Roe You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the 2Gs, our Gourmands and Geeks Sadaf and Archit are exploring the cuisine of Rampur; one of India's lesser-known cuisines, with Dr. Tarana Hussain Khan, writer and cultural historian. They discuss: So, sit back and relax, and let’s travel back to the Nawabi Era to get a whiff of cuisine through this podcast, while you bite into some sohan halwa. Important links to geek out more: Instagram Twitter Degh to Dastarkhwan by Tarana Husain Khan The Begum and the Dastan by Tarana Husain Khan Desi Delicacies edited by Claire Chambers Tracing Rampur’s History from Degh to Dastarkhwan by Tarana Husain Khan Each box of halwa sohan in Rampur tells stories of lost food legacies by Tarana Husain Khan You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sadaf Hussain is exploring one of the most underexplored cuisines of the Indian subcontinent, Sindhi cuisine, with Chef Jyoti Vishnani. Together, they discuss: Sit back, relax, pour some Sindhi Thadal or Khirni, crank up the volume, and immerse yourself in this sin(dh)full episode. Essential links to geek out more: Instagram TwitterArticle: Sindhi food: A vibrant cuisine hidden from the Pakistani and Indian public by Maryam JillaniArticle: Food Secrets: Discovering the Culinary Wonders of Sindhi Cuisine by Sanchari PalArticle: Look out for the vibrant, sizzling and dazzling Sindhi Cuisine by Pankaj SabnaniVideo: Stories of Sindh with Jyoti VishnaniBook: Essential Sindhi Cookbook by Aroona Reejhsinghani You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Archit speaks with Lokesh Rao, founder of Trace Network Labs - a venture working on fashion and lifestyle in the metaverse through real-looking avatars. They demystify how the metaverse works and discuss some of its use cases in the food industry. So sit back, and relax, while you dive deep into technology that’s here to stay. Important links to geek out more: Twitter LinkedIn Website OneRare: Meet the world's first food metaverseWhat is a food metaverse? You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the 2Gs, our Gourmands and Geeks Sadaf and Archit are trying to understand the business of agriculture with Mark Kahn, co-founder of Omnivore, an agritech venture capital firm, based in India. Together, they discuss: So, sit back and relax, get some farm-fresh carrots to munch on and explore Agritech with our 2Gs. Important links to geek out more: Linkedin WebsiteArticle: Omnivore’s Mark Kahn On India’s Place In The Global Agrifood Life Sciences Revolution & Agritech IPOs2 By Nikhil SubramaniamArticle: Inside Mark Kahn's vision to accelerate agri entrepreneurship at Omnivore by Harichandan ArakaliArticle: Why Omnivore is betting on India’s entrepreneurial story – and the agritech sector By Suryatapa ChakrabortyVideo: Interview with Mark Kahn, Managing Partner of OmnivoreBook by Gurcharan Das; India Unbound You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the 2Gs, our Gourmands and Geeks, Sadaf and Archit get together to chat about butter. They discuss: So sit back, relax and drop a dollop of white makkhan on whatever you’re eating while you listen to this episode. Important links to geek out more: Butter: A Rich History by Elaine Khosrova ndian Food: A Historical Companion: By KT AchayThe Story of the Amul Girl, India's Ad Icon Who Was Ahead of Her TimeEnding the War on Fat - Time Magazine You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the 2Gs, our Gourmands and Geeks Sadaf and Archit explore centuries-old traditions and modern interpretation of food with Rahul Punjabi, the executive chef of fine dining Indian restaurant Masala Library. Together, they discuss: Important links to geek out more: Restaurant Website - Masala LibraryMushroom Chai Video at Masala LibraryQuay - The Best Restaurant in Australia You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sadaf Hussain is hosting, writer Nilosree Biswas and photographer Irfan Nabi, co-authors of Calcutta on Your Plate. Together they discuss: So, sit back and relax, and cook some Aloo Posto while you let this discussion tantalize your palate. Important links to geek out more: Social Media Book Calcutta on Your Plate by Nilosree Biswas and co-author and photographer Irfan Nabi published by Rupa PublicationsArticle Of Mishti, Mughals and Noodles: A history of Kolkata's street food by Kalpana SunderArticle The Unlikely Resilience of the Calcutta Chop You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 2Gs, Sadaf and Archit are hosting two international desis; restaurateur Roni Mazumdar and Chef Vijay Kumar from the New York-based Michelin Star restaurant Semma. Together they discuss: So, sit back and relax, and order your favourite south Indian dish while the 2Gs dive deep into the star-studded journey of this extraordinary restaurant. Important links to geek out more: Website How Semma became the only Indian restaurant in the US to win a Michelin star this year by Pooja Shah NYC’s South Indian cuisine restaurant, Semma earns one Michelin Star In New York, Semma earns a Michelin star for its rural Tamil Nadu cuisine by Shonali Muthalaly Paddy Fields to NYC’s Hottest Indian Restaurant, Michelin Star Chef’s Amazing Journey by Sowmya Mani You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. You can listen to this show and other incredible shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 2Gs, Sadaf and Archit are hosting Eshwar Vikas, the co-founder & CEO of Mukunda Foods - which is revolutionizing the food-tech space and introducing automation in cooking. Together they discuss: So, sit back and relax, while the 2Gs talk about the future of machines in our commercial kitchens. Important links to geek out more: Website Linkedin Mukunda Foods, a startup founded by Eshwar Vikas and Sudeep Sabat, brings to you the automatic dosa maker The Man who's Innovating the Future of Cooking Food robotics company Mukunda raises $8 mn in a round led by Zomato Dosa to Noodles, Startup’s Robot Chefs Have Automated 3000 Kitchens in 22+ Countries How Mukunda Foods' kitchen robots dish out dosas, noodles, and more You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. You can listen to this show and other incredible shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 2Gs, Sadaf and Archit are hosting American chef and podcaster Keith Sasarin this week. They discuss: Important links to geek out more: @keithsarasin@keithsarasinKeith’s Website A Love Letter to Indian Food by Chef Keith SarasinKeith’s Podcast: More Than MasalaTV Show: The Bear You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. You can listen to this show and other incredible shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 2Gs, Sadaf and Archit are hosting nutrition coach and animal-based diet advocate Sangeetha Aiyer on the Naan Curry podcast this week. They discuss So sit back and relax, while Sangeetha butchers nutrition myths on this episode. Important links to geek out more: @saaiyerSangeetha’s WebsiteFamine CuisineWhy calories are a con - The EconomistSangeetha Aiyer on Dostcast You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. You can listen to this show and other incredible shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 2Gs, Our 2Gs, the Gourmands & Geeks are joined by Roshan Cariappa, the host of two podcasts - Bharatvaarta and The Startup Operator, and VP of Marketing at Vymo. They discuss: Why is Roshan optimistic about Indian startups? Is the concept of 10(ish) minute food and grocery delivery really incredible? What are the logistical and supply chain challenges associated with it? Why is it getting so much flack? What are the second-order effects of 10(ish) minute deliveries? So sit back, relax, and listen to this conversation while you wait for your food to arrive. Important links to geek out more: Twitter: @RoshanCariappa The Startup Operator’s Website Bharatvaarta’s Website Article: On the trail of how 10-minute delivery works—and doesn't Video: 10 Minute Delivery: A Business Case Study You can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle: Sadaf Hussain: @sadaf_hussain Archit Puri: @thehustlingglutton Subscribe & listen to the podcast on iTunes, Google Podcasts, Castbox, AudioBoom, YouTube, Spotify or any other podcast app. You can listen to this show and other incredible shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.