In this very special episode, our 2Gs, the Gourmand & Geek, Sadaf and Archit are celebrating their 50th episode with their research guru, Vikram Doctor- Editor at Economic Times, a food historian and podcast host.

In this episode they discuss:

-What inspired Vikram Doctor to explore Food and Food History

-The food challenges and issues India faces in the modern times

-Why chefs and public policy wonks should join hands to tackle hunger problems in India

-Evolution of potatoes in India

-Why were Dals not given as much importance as Rice or Wheat by policy makers

-Veganism and why Vikram believes that mock meats are the future

-Why should Chicken be avoided according to Vikram

-Why is it not easy to #MakeMilletsGreatAgain?

So sit back and relax, listen to the man who knows A-Z of Indian food.

Important links to geek out more:

Social Media: Instagram: @vikram.doctor

The Real Food Podcast by Vikram Doctor

Articles on Economics Times

Article: Talking about Real Food with Vikram Doctor by Rohan Kamicheril

Podcast: The Indianness of Indian Food with Vikram Doctor and Amit Varma

Video Interview: Nourished by the Jungle: Feeding Mythology - Devdutt Pattanaik with Vikram Doctor

Naan Curry Podcast: Hindustani Food and Mythology with Devdutt Pattanaik

Article: Recollecting India's frantic efforts to end starvation after independence

Naan Curry Podcast: Oh Daal, You got India Pulsating

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