Ingredient appreciation — what makes Biryani special

What sets Biryani apart is the handling of yogurt marinade. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the rich and complex result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience.

Indian cuisine varies enormously by state, religion, and climate. The a wedding feast setting atmosphere was right for this kind of food. I had chai tea as recommended and it matched well. If you want to understand what makes this cuisine distinctive, Biryani is the place to start.