Roots Of My Platter

Chef Beena Noronha explores the elements of FIRE, drawing inspiration from tribal communities and their bold, fiery cooking techniques like direct-flame grilling, the use of potent spices and chilies.

In the second episode, Chef Beena Noronha taps into the elements of EARTH, showcasing tribal underground cooking techniques like the Khad style and highlighting earthy root ingredients like yam, arbi, cassava, and shatavari.

In the third episode, Chef Beena explores the element of AIR through tribal techniques like smoke-infused cooking and whisking, drawing parallels with modern grills, tandoors, and airy dishes like omelets and cakes.

In the fourth episode, Chef Beena delves into the elements of WATER, highlighting tribal techniques like immersion for purification and fermentation for preservation, rooted in ancient practices and essential for clean, sustainable cooking.