Shaheen Peerbhai

The boundaries between classical and modern are blurred. While the techniques are rooted in classical French cooking, the ingredients are eclectic.

Mrs Shyamala Rao’s block printing class will cost you an arm and a leg. We mean that literally, in terms of spent limbs – legs that will have to trek to the North Eastern suburbs of Mumbai and forearms that will press down on big wooden blocks.

In France, cooking is a serious art form and a national sport,” wrote Julia Child. The presence of over 90 outdoor food markets in the capital alone testifies to this national obsession. Chance upon them, ask a local for the nearest one, or search for a “marché” on paris.fr.

Celebrated food blogger Shaheen Peerbhai scours Rome for the most delicious ingredients.

GQ India
Can’t tell your chalk from your cheese? Here's our guide to the popular cheeses available and when to eat them.

Classic French pastry recipe feature for BBC Good Food Magazine.

Insider tips plus recipes from French food author Dorie Greenspan for BBC GF India.

Recipes and photography for BBC GF India. "Snowy-peaked meringues look super impressive. Give them a twist with unusual flavours such as rose and Nutella."

Yazdani bakery in Fort has always been a place for heavily buttered brun pav, and now also the healthiest multi-grain loaf.

Please understand. In Mumbai, mangoes are something of a celebrity.