“Many people believe that Malwa is a region limited to cities like Kolhapur, but it’s actually one of the most culturally and geographically diverse regions of India,” said Arundha Medhora, founder of Charoli Foods.

　　The self-trained home chef, who started Charoli as a means to feed friends and family, now runs a catering service that teaches people about royal Malwa cuisine through a variety of initiatives. Medhora operates in Mumbai and hosts events across the country, from pop-ups to creating restaurant menus. In an exclusive interview with Outlook Traveller, she discusses her journey of highlighting royal recipes, the effort it takes to revive an age-old cuisine, and how people can connect with culinary heritage.

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