Hyderabadi Haleem

Haleem is a popular Hyderabadi delicacy. It’s a dish of the royals with roots originating in Ancient Persia. Most of us think of Hyderabadi Dum Biryani when we think of Hyderabad’s culinary claim to fame. But, Haleem is another speciality locals crave. We tried an authentic version at Karam Podi restaurant. But, sadly, that restaurant …

Vegetable Biryani

Our first meal in Hyderabad was a late lunch of Vegetable Biryani overlooking Hussain Sagar Lake. We were dining with our guide Srinu at The Waterfront Restaurant. We ordered a side of Grilled Paneer Kebabs. The tables had bright blue linens reflecting the serenity of the lake view. The restaurant was quiet at that mid-afternoon …

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Charminar Butter Cookies

One bite of these Charminar Butter Cookies and the magic of taste memory kicks in. Let us take you there, to a thriving bakery in a bustling market in the heart of Hyderabad. We were hungry from a morning of touring the vast Chowmahalla Palace. Back out on the streets, as we were strolling past …

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Hyderabadi Dum Biryani

This recipe for Hyderabadi Dum Biryani comes to us from our friend Gopi Kishore Byluppala, the CEO and Founder of The Culinary Lounge. Gopi works with famed Hyderabad food historian and consultant Nawab Mahboob Alam Khan. And, this is the story of Nawab Mahboob’s family recipe. We are so happy to share it with you. …

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Gopi Kishore Byluppala

As food lovers and cooks, we were excited to meet Gopi Kishore Byluppala, the CEO and Founder of a place called The Culinary Lounge in Hyderabad. As our car pulled up in front of its gates, we noticed a bouquet of freshly painted homes in soft pastel shades clinging to steep hills surrounding it. Tall …