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Source/History: "This is an old French recipe that was passed down from my great-grandmother to my mother and to myself and my family. Many people think that this has to do with fish or sea food when they see the name, but it does not have anything to do with fish at all. The name in French is six pates, which translated in English means 6 doughs." Yield: 16 servings

Source/History: "Bulgur pilaf with lamb and tomatoes. If you prefer, you can use beef instead of lamb. Serve with plain yogurt." Yield: 4 servings

The Bombay Cousins love them some apple tobacco. No, it does not get one high, though the mere act of using a hookah often inspires one to make absurd faces. As above.

Smoke too much, First-timer, and your belly might ache.

But surely, Young Foreigner in India, you’ve brought your best friend along…

And while The Pink will protect you from Mild Discomfort and give you Solace on Long Train Rides, there come times when the one that coats is not the only one you need. For on this planet roam beasts that must be killed instead of coaxed…

IN RELATED NEWS: Today’s post is dedicated to Ciproflaxin, particularly its use as a treatment for the gastro-intestinal system. Cipro, party crasher of the lower intestine! Cipro, victorious Gladiator of the Abdominal Colisseum! Cipro, for the times when it was you me and a bottle of generic-knock-off-Gatorade, I thank you.

Source/History: "This is a delicious take on one of my favorite restaurant appetizers. It's requested in my house at least once a week." Yield: 6 servings

Source/History: "Slow-cooker pork butt roast with delicious smoky taste." Yields: 12 servings

Conclusion: Rather deep indeed.

Yes, this is just the immediate family and some of the first cousins and aunts and uncles. Unfortunately, not everyone could make it.

Most of these folks live in or around Bhendi Bazaar (**) in Mumbai, with others in the greater Mumbai area, three in America, and one in China.

And me, who’s now back in Japan. But expect a ton of Indian photos on the this weekend and, starting next week, a flurry of Indian stories on kidethnic.com . Get hype.

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(sometimes spelled ‘Bhindi Bazaar’, the name means ‘Okra Market’).

Source/History: "My sister-in law is Chinese and this is one of her most delicious Dim Sum recipes. It's Chinese name is Char Siu Bao, takes a little effort but is extremely worth it. Barbequed pork can be found in Asian markets, or often in the supermarket deli section." Yield: 24 buns

I’m off in India for wedding visits and travels. Kidethnic.com will take a quick break til I’m back in the Japanese office on January 16th. There’ll be plenty more for you then.

Happy New Year,
Saleem

Photo taken on the shore of the Ganghes, at Sunrise today.