Description
Queen Victoria had a secret. She loved curry.
In the final decades of her reign, shaped by her close relationship with Abdul Karim, her Indian secretary and confidant, dishes like daal and chicken curry found their way into the royal kitchens at Osborne House. What those recipes reveal about Britain at the height of empire is more surprising than you might expect.
Drawing on historic menus and original research, Radhika Howarth traces how curry travelled from colonial encounter to royal dining table, from early curry powders to coronation chicken. Richly illustrated, warm and witty, this is food history at its most revealing.
About the Author
Radhika Howarth
Radhika Howarth is an author, curator of culinary experiences, and the culinary storyteller behind Radikal Kitchen. Her debut cookbook, Flavours Without Borders, explores how food connects cultures and tells global stories through trade, migration, and the movement of ingredients across continents.
Radhika creates story-led culinary experiences that bring history, culture, and flavour to life, from immersive dining events and supper clubs to corporate workshops, food and wine pairings, cooking demonstrations, talks, and festival events.
Through Radikal Kitchen, she collaborates with food and lifestyle brands on creative marketing campaigns, content creation, and live culinary experiences.
She is a member of the Guild of Food Writers UK, Women in the Food Industry UK, Les Dames d’Escoffier International, and The Chef’s Forum. Her television appearances include The World Cook on Amazon Prime and Double the Money with Sue Perkins on Channel 4.
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