biryani Stories

Mouthwatering differences between Somali and Swahili biryani
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 18, 2025

Across the Horn and the coast, one bite of biryani connects centuries of trade, migration, and shared humanity, proof that diversity enriches rather t...

How to make mouth-watering pilau for family and friends
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 20, 2025

The familiar blend of fragrant spices, sizzling onions, and simmering rice has made pilau a staple for family gatherings, Sunday lunches, and special...

Beef biryani ingredients
Charity Pancras  |  Sep 17, 2025

You do not need to be a professional chef to pull it off. All it takes is patience, a good sufuria, and the right layering technique.

How to make yummy beef biryani at home
Charity Pancras  |  Sep 17, 2025

While many prefer to order it from their local biryani spot, homemade beef biryani has a distinct magic, deeper flavours, a stronger aroma, and that e...

How to make yummy beef biryani at home for friends and family
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 17, 2025

While many prefer to order it from their local biryani spot, homemade beef biryani has a distinct magic, deeper flavours, a stronger aroma, and that e...

A chef's guide on how to make colourful chicken biryani at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 24, 2025

Rich with spices, layered with flavour, and boasting an aromatic profile that wafts through the home, biryani is more than a meal; it is an experience...

Pakistani biryani: a spicy recipe for delectable debate
AFP  |  Oct 18, 2023

For Indian food historian Pushpesh Pant, biryani served in South Asia's melting-pot cities such as Karachi is a reminder of shared heritage.

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