Indian cuisine is incredibly varied and enjoys the same diversity as the languages, religions and climates in India. Hospitality is a very important part of Indian culture and heritage so don’t be too surprised if you are overfed by someone in their house when you have only just met them.

The unforgettable aroma of India is not just the heavy scent of jasmine and roses on the warm air, but the fragrance of spices so important to Indian cooking - especially to preparing curry. The English word "curry" derives from "kari", meaning spice sauce, but unlike the west, curry does not come in a powdered form. The spices, like the basic ingredients, vary from region to region and many of these spices are also noted for their medicinal properties.