A TASTE OF TIME ( A FOOD HISTORY OF CALCUTTA) Paperback

"A TASTE OF TIME (A FOOD HISTORY OF CALCUTTA)" by Mohona Kanjilal is a captivating journey through the culinary evolution of Calcutta (now Kolkata), a city celebrated for its rich history and diverse gastronomic landscape. This meticulously researched book explores how various communities, from early European settlers and Jewish, Armenian, and Chinese expats to neighboring regions like Darjeeling and Odisha, have profoundly influenced the city's food and cultural milieu. Delving into the origins of iconic dishes like cutlets, jhal muri, puchka, rasogollas, and shingara, and tracing the legacy of legendary establishments such as Firpo's, Flurys, Nahoum's, and Favourite Cabin, Kanjilal reveals the intricate stories behind Calcutta's unique food habits and the "heady romance of palates and flavours" that has fostered a remarkable culinary diversity while remaining true to its Bengali roots.