Decoding Unsexy Realities of Indian Food with Vikram Doctor

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.doctorThe Real Food Podcast by Vikram DoctorArticles on Economics TimesArticle: Talking about Real Food with Vikram Doctor by Rohan KamicherilPodcast: The Indianness of Indian Food with Vikram Doctor and Amit VarmaVideo Interview: Nourished by the Jungle: Feeding Mythology - Devdutt Pattanaik with Vikram Doctor Naan Curry Podcast: Hindustani Food and Mythology with Devdutt PattanaikArticle: Recollecting India's frantic efforts to end starvation after independenceNaan Curry Podcast: Oh Daal, You got India PulsatingYou can follow Sadaf Hussain & Archit Puri on their Instagram handle:@sadaf_hussain @thehustlinggluttonYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website athttps://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/featuredhttps://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/featured

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In the Naan-Curry Podcast, we explore the rich heritage of food in India one dish at a time. The conversation, seasoned with enjoyable anecdotes, will give you a historical perspective on the evolution of food in the country and dive deep into the economics that shaped its consumption. Sadaf is an author, chef and MasterChef India Finalist and Archit is a researcher, consultant and writes on behavioral sciences and economics. Tune in to new episodes every Wednesday, starting from 28 October.