Cultural discovery through Naan

Naan opened a door into a cuisine I'd previously known almost nothing about. The warmly spiced and aromatic flavours are unlike anything in my usual rotation and I mean that positively. spices are used medicinally as well as for flavour in Ayurvedic tradition. Understanding that context made the dish taste different — richer with meaning.

I learned that ghee is central to this cuisine's character, not just a seasoning. The a north Indian restaurant abroad setting was authentic and helpful for understanding what I was eating. nimbu pani lemon water completed the picture. A genuinely educational meal.