Amrita Ray
School
Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University
Expertise
Food History, Fusion Cuisine, Global Food Culture
- Amrita is an India-based journalist specializing in travel and culture writing and can never get enough of food or films.
- She is proud to hail from an Indian heritage, as it afforded her the privilege to explore cuisines from different regions of the country and deconstruct each culture at a profound level through the simple (but heavenly) act of eating.
- Amrita remembers the precise moment when she decided to take a deep dive into the world of food: it was when she discovered that the Bengali dish potoler dolma had Armenian roots.
Experience
Amrita has worked with some of the leading media houses in India, including The Times of India, Hindustan Times, NDTV, and Burda Media. Though she started her career covering hard news, her love for different cultures eventually led her to explore them through food and cinema writing. She has written in-depth articles on a variety of topics, from how our era is missing cultural distinctiveness to how Alexander brought about the salad culture in Greece. She currently lives in Goa and works as a freelance writer while enjoying the sossegado (calm) way of life.
Education
Amrita has an undergraduate degree in history from Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University, and a master's degree in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, Bangalore, India.
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Stories By Amrita Ray
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The delicious meals enjoyed during Eid celebrations across the globe represent regional specialties, cultural preferences, and family traditions.
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There's no doubt bananas are a nutritious powerhouse for a healthy diet. If you're looking for potassium, try these five fruits with more than bananas.
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Bologna is being smuggled across the border into the U.S. Here's everything you need to know about why this deli meat is so commonly smuggled and how.
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Texas Roadhouse rolls are unlike any other, and there are some key secrets that go into creating the perfect basket full of fluffy, warm bread.
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If go in search of the oldest known restaurant with the Burger King name, you'll be surprised to discover something unaffiliated with the home of the Whopper.
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For many people, honey is a staple to have in the cupboard, but do you know if yours is fake or not? Here are five ways to help you find out.
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A lot of older advertisements can seem outdated, but a particular campaign for now-defunct Tab sugar-free cola is more than a little problematic.
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In a bizarre and catchy Mountain Dew ad for Baja Blast, singer-songwriter Seal makes a somewhat surprising and unconventional appearance.
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In Dunkin's now annual Super Bowl promotion featuring the fictional band the DunKings, Ben Affleck is in top form and bringing big energy to win the Java Jam.
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One Chinese street food is described by some as "the world's oldest hamburger," here's a brief telling of its very long and interesting history.
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Every great steakhouse has a signature meal, and the "Flo's Filet" at Longhorn Steakhouse is no exception with its simple yet delicious execution.
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One way to stretch your dollar at Costco is to buy in bulk, including when it comes to meat. Your wallet will appreciate this cut, prized for its marbling.
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Thai and Indian curries have some similarities, so you might be wondering how they differ. Here are the main differences you can use to tell them apart.
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Selecting a few key ingredients can help you up your steak game, turning it from ordinary to stupendous. We asked a chef to recommend a few that cut it.
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Choosing the right peanut for your recipe can be challenging. Expert Markita Lewis, MS, RD, from the National Peanut Board, shares tips to help you decide.
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An aloo pie and a samosa share some similarities, but the two foods are unique cultural expressions that are served in distinctly different ways.
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If you're buying salmon at the supermarket, how do you know if it's farmed or wild-caught? Here are some fishy red flags to avoid in your salmon.
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Two popular ramen seasonings, shio and shoyu, may sound similar, but their flavors are worlds apart. Here's everything you need to know about them.
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There's no shortage of delicious food found at a fair. This century-old specialty started at a Washington fairground and is a nationwide fan-favorite.
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New England's chow mein sandwich is a local favorite, and its history dates back decades. One family-run restaurant can be thanked for the treat.
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It may be tempting to heat up those extra leftovers that you already reheated last time you went for it, but there are big reasons why you shouldn’t.
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There's nothing more nerve-wracking than hearing about a huge food recall. The amount of beef and how far it got in this recall is terrifying.
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You've probably heard chefs talk about how a great steak needs nice marbling, but what exactly does that mean? Here's what to look for and why it's essential.
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McDonald's sells over 9 million pounds of this best-selling menu item every single day. If you assumed it's the Bic Mac, you're wrong. Any guesses?
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Brewing beer is a centuries-old tradition in many parts of the world, but where did the oldest brewery that's still operating in the U.S. pop up?
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You may only know that both are delicious, but when it comes to dumplings versus pork buns there is a lot to learn. Here's the most important difference.
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Many New Year's Eve customs have unknown or unique origins. There's one Swiss New Year's tradition involving food that, although beloved, some find wasteful.