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Kinara's Food Stories
Discover the artistry and dedication behind our Indian cuisine. Unearth the traditions, techniques, and anecdotes that make our dishes exceptional.
Lamb Kala Bhuna: The Story Behind Kinara's Darkest, Richest Curry
There is a moment in cooking a bhuna when the onions stop being onions. They turn deep brown, almost black, and the whole pan smells like something is about to happen. That moment is where Lamb Kala Bhuna begins. At Kinara, it's one of the dishes people come back for. Not because it shouts for attention. It doesn't need to. It's quiet, dark, and deeply savoury, the kind of curry that rewards patience in the kitchen and patience at the table. What Is Kala Bhuna? Kala means bla
Jul 154 min read
Gulab Jamun: The Story, the Recipe, and the Sweet Behind Kinara's Favourite Dessert
oft, golden, and soaked in rose and cardamom syrup — gulab jamun is India's most beloved dessert. Kinara Head Chef Shabu Natarajan shares the history, the meaning behind the name, and a step-by-step recipe so you can try it at home.
Jun 194 min read
The Original Butter Chicken Done Properly - Chicken Makhni at Kinara
What Is Chicken Makhni? If you have ever sat down at a great Indian restaurant and felt torn between the butter chicken and something more adventurous, Kinara's Chicken Makhni is the answer to that dilemma. It is not a compromise. It is the original. Murgh makhani literally translates to "buttery chicken" in Hindi and Urdu, with murgh meaning chicken and makhni meaning enriched with butter. Long before butter chicken became a fixture of every high street curry house in Britai
May 128 min read
Unlocking the Secrets of Turmeric: 3 Astonishing Facts About Kinara's Golden Spice
At Madras Cafe, we add this vibrant spice into our dishes, bringing not just colour and flavour but a touch of wellness to every meal.
Feb 16, 20242 min read
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