Renowned novelist Amitav Ghosh recently shared details of a Bengali dinner he attended in Boston, prepared by Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee. The event took place ahead of the annual Durga Puja celebrations.
Ghosh’s social media post specified several dishes served, including a “paté of potol/parwal,” “methi begun,” “lauer ghonto,” “kolai/urad dal,” and “tok (chutney) of tomatillo.” An accompanying image depicted Banerjee, who is recognized for both his economic research and culinary pursuits, in a kitchen setting.
The post garnered comments from followers, noting the interaction between literary, academic, and culinary fields. The gathering was presented as an instance of maintaining cultural traditions, such as those associated with Durga Puja, in international locations.
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