The Bombay Corner Blog
Food stories, recipes, and a little bit of Mumbai culture.
What is Pav Bhaji? The Ultimate Guide to Mumbai's Most Beloved Dish
From Mumbai's 1850s mill workers to Melbourne's best butter-tawa, here's everything you need to know about Pav Bhaji.
What is Vadapav? Why Mumbai's Favourite Burger Has a Cult Following
The spiced potato vada, the garlic chutneys, the soft pav. Why this humble street snack is India's answer to the burger.
What is Undhiyu? Gujarat's Winter Comfort Dish Explained
Cooked upside-down in earthen pots, made once a year by Gujarati families. Now available year-round at Bombay Corner.
Gujarati vs Mumbai Street Food: What's the Difference?
Sweeter and snack-focused vs spicier and meal-focused. How two neighbouring food traditions differ and why Bombay Corner serves both.
Khaman Dhokla vs Khaman: What's the Difference and Why It Matters
They're not the same dish. Here's the real difference, how they're steamed, and what makes Surti Khaman and Bullet Khaman special.
What is Dabeli? The Sweet, Spicy Kutchi Sandwich You Need to Try
Pomegranate seeds, peanuts, sweet tamarind chutney and dabeli masala in a pressed pav. The underrated snack from Kutch, Gujarat.
The Best Vegetarian Indian Food in Melbourne's West (2026 Guide)
What to look for, where to go, and why the western suburbs have become Melbourne's hub for authentic Indian street food.
What is Pani Puri? The Ultimate Guide to India's Most Addictive Street Snack
Crispy hollow shells, spiced water, one-bite ritual. Why Pani Puri has a different name in every Indian state and why the one-bite rule is non-negotiable.
Indian Street Food for Beginners: Where to Start and What to Order
Feeling overwhelmed by the menu? This no-stress guide covers spice levels, the five best first dishes, and how to customise your order.
What is Mango Lassi? India's Most Loved Drink Explained
Real mango pulp vs artificial flavouring, the role of cardamom, why yoghurt beats water for cooling chilli heat. Everything about Mango Lassi.
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