Kashmiri cuisine

Kashmiri cuisine has evolved over hundreds of years.

The most notable ingredient in Kashmiri cuisine is mutton, of which there are over 30 varieties.

Kashmiri Baqerkhani has a special place in Kashmiri cuisine.

Kashmiri Pandit cuisine has had the earliest influence on Kashmiri cuisine.

Another notable modern restaurant is Chor Bizarre near Delite cinema, which serves Kashmiri cuisine.

The people have evolved the unique and famous Kashmiri cuisine with Iranian, Indian and Turkic origins.

Besides language, the Kashmiri cuisine and culture has been greatly influenced by Central Asian and Persian cultures for both communities.

Rogan josh (or roghan josh) is a staple of Kashmiri cuisine: originally it was brought to Kashmir by the Mughals.

P Map A dim-lit, atmospheric place, filled with eccentric clutter, Chor Bizarre (meaning 'thieves market') offers particularly delicious Kashmiri cuisine.

Kashmiri cuisine and Punjabi cuisine are well represented in Britain, reflecting the ethnic backgrounds of the Pakistanis who live in Britain.

Some variation of Dahi baaigan is seen in Kashmiri cuisine as the Kashmiri version adds spice paste and a lot of chilli powder to the dish.

Wazwan is a multi-course meal in Kashmiri cuisine, the preparation of which is considered an art and a point of pride in Kashmiri culture and identity.

Rogan josh (or roghan josh) is an aromatic lamb dish of Persian origin, which is one of the signature recipes of Kashmiri cuisine.

Birmingham is the capital of 'Balti' in Britain - a delicious type of Kashmiri cuisine, with numerous excellent Balti houses around the Stratford Road area.

Aagrah, an Indian restaurant in the square which serving Kashmiri cuisine, has recently been voted "Best Restaurant Group in the UK" at the prestigious British Curry Awards.

But the traditional comforts are the same: wood-burning stoves, plush armchairs in the living room, warm carpeting in the spacious bedrooms, superb personal service, and fine Kashmiri cuisine you can enjoy on deck - note that you can arrange with the owner what you want to eat each day, Western or Indian style.