ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash

EP - 441 I The Parsi Story, Food & Culture | The 'Real' Samosa Caucus 9.0 Edition – Part 2

Aug 16, 2026 · 2h 35m

Summary

Host Smita Prakash interviews the fourth and fifth generations of the Dhorabji family at their iconic Pune Irani cafe, Daurabji and Sons. They discuss the restaurant’s 150-year history, Parsi cultural quirks, and the decision to maintain exclusivity over expansion. The episode also features lively banter with guests like Cyrus Broacha and Anand Mahindra on food, health, and Independence Day.

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