Sonia Gandhi recalls adapting to Indian cuisine
In short
Sonia Gandhi spoke about learning to enjoy Indian food after moving to India.
She said she first found the food too varied and spicy, but later came to like dishes such as kebabs, tandoori chicken and Gujarati khandvi.
What the reporting says
Sonia Gandhi discussed adapting to Indian cuisine after moving to India and said she was initially overwhelmed by the variety and spices. She said she later developed a love for dishes including kebabs, tandoori chicken and Gujarati khandvi. She also reflected on how food helped build bonds in her life, including with Rajiv Gandhi.
Why it matters
Sonia Gandhi spoke about adjusting to Indian cuisine after moving to India, saying she was first overwhelmed by the variety and spices before developing a taste for several dishes. The remarks included kebabs, tandoori chicken and Gujarati khandvi, and she linked food to personal bonds in her life, including with Rajiv Gandhi. This is a personal interview-style culture and public-interest item.