Exploring Royal Awadhi Cuisine In Mumbai | State On A Plate - Episode 2
On episode two of State On A Plate we headed to Uttar Pradesh aka Waarsa at NCPA in Mumbai to try Uttar Pradesh food. This time, we sat down with Chef Rahul and Chef Mukhtar, the minds behind the menu, who don’t just cook Awadhi food… they preserve it. Over slow-cooked gravies and delicately layered Authentic biryani and Dum biryanis, we spoke about what truly defines Awadhi cuisine, the patience of Dum cooking, the balance of subtle spices, and the importance of “Mehman Nawazi” We went beyond the Traditional Indian food dishes and into Lucknow’s Tehzeeb, the culture of refinement, hospitality, and pride that shapes every plate. This was more than just a conversation about food, it was a glimpse into a whole new world, wile also taking a step back into the past. Chapters- 0:00 Why Biryani is Sacred in Uttar Pradesh 0:37 Welcome to State On A Plate - Exploring Awadhi Cuisine 1:02 Is UP Food Really Rich, Oily & Spicy? 1:33 Mehman Nawazi -The Heart of Lucknow’s Food Culture 2:12 What We’re Eating Today - Awadhi Menu Breakdown 3:06 The History of Khameeri Roti & Nihari Breakfast 4:00 Biryani vs Yakhni – The Real Difference 4:47 Is Biryani Only for Nawabs? 5:34 The Truth About Veg Biryani in Lucknow 5:59 The Art of Slow Cooking in Awadhi Cuisine 6:32 Is Awadhi Food Spicy or Just Flavorful? 7:55 The Meaning of “Dum” in Dum Biryani 8:25 Lucknow Biryani vs Hyderabadi Biryani 9:28 Do People in UP Eat Fish? 10:27 What Does a Typical Lucknow Breakfast Look Like? 12:33 Why Slow Cooking Makes Food Taste Better 13:33 Home Food vs Royal Nawabi Food 15:32 The Origin Story of Galouti & Kakori Kebabs 17:17 How Culture Shapes Awadhi Cuisine 17:53 Ending With Shayari – Food & Life in Lucknow ________________________________________________ Business Enquiry- unstumbled@gmail.com _________________________________________________ Welcome to unstumbled - We bring you travel vlogs, honest food reviews, and destination guides with a focus on hidden gems and local experiences. Whether you’re planning your next holiday or love armchair travel, unstumbled offers a mix of affordable stays, offbeat places, and cultural insights to help you travel better and taste more. Keywords used- Tehzeeb of Lucknow, Indian food documentary, Awadhi biryani, Nawabi cuisine, Indian regional cuisine, Mehman Nawazi meaning, Mughlai vs Awadhi difference, Chef interview India, Royal Indian cuisine, Uttar Pradesh food, Lucknowi cuisine, Nawabi food, Waarsa Ncpa, Ncpa Mumbai restaurant, Biryani history, Authentic Awadhi food, state on a plate episode 2 __________________________________________________ For more catch us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/unstumbled Snapchat- https://www.snapchat.com/@unstumbled Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/Unstumbled
