Street Food Blog

Good Companions - National Fish and Chip day

A dish that, having been brought together around 1860 by Joseph Malin. Although Mr Malin opened his store on Old Ford Road, Bow, London, he moved from there in the 1970’s to make room for houses to be built in the east end of London. It was the late Samuel Isaacs who formed the first actual restaurants of note and expanded his empire across London and the south coast. One address, holds a special place in the fish and chip hall of fame...1 Marine Parade, Brighton. Pictured in many seaside po...

Oyster is King

Ever since Roman times over 2000 years ago, the Oyster has become a key player in British food culture. The European oyster or "Native" oyster, has been gathered from British waters and consumed in the 100's of thousands each year. From Cornwall to Whitstable Bay in Kent, these bivalve molluscs have tempted food lovers from all classes. Whilst today we see Oysters as a delicacy; around the 10th-14th century, oysters were a popular dish amongst both rich and poor. Often cooked in the sea wate...

Come on down, the Spice is right!!!

Well it's not exactly spice, more like Chili!! Chili peppers are used in the majority of foods across India but also the whole world. From South America to East Asia, Africa to the Middle East, these little beauties have been complimenting food since the late 14th Century. The thing is that, the chilli goes back even further and is also used in a way to create a hierarchy amongst Friday night revellers.  The chili has been trending recently in its popularity amongst foodies for both the rig...

Sneaky cheeky snack...

A little package of pure delight. The iconic Samosa has been a symbol of Indian food for many years. Reaching across the globe, in many disguises, this cheeky snack has a slightly more complex history.  A tale of brothers, poets and varieties that will keep royalty and everyday working classes happy for hours. Enjoyed with tea and a touch of sauce, this perfectly formed triangle, has been celebrated since the 9th Century.

Comfort food...

So when we talk about comfort food, our mind goes crazy with images of those dishes that have given us warmth and delight through the toughest times.  For me it was and still is a very popular dish that is enjoyed the world over. A dish that was enjoyed by emperors and the poor, throughout the ages. Dating back to the Bronze age, this dish, has so many varieties across the Indian subcontinent, that it has also been adapted into many dishes across the world too.  Enjoy this next chapter of the...

A Cheeky Sin

What started out to be a cheeky "Sin" by a 1st Century cook in South India, turned into the most memorable dish that travellers to India will recall. The Dosa in its many varieties, has become a symbol of "Food for All", having been enjoyed by Maharaja's to the poorer communities across India and the modern day world. This crispy, yet fluffy, fermented rice flour pancake is a dish that can cover savoury or sweet. Listen in to the story of why this dish means so much to me and why it was crea...

Bread is freedom.

In this episode, I take a look into the humble chapatti. The staple part of any Indian dining table and yet it's symbolic meaning in the fight for freedom. Join me while I talk about memories, the traditions and also the cultures that brought this bread to life.

The early years.

Not only a story about a firm favourite food, but also the first memory about why I have started this journey. A look into the way food and culture came together during my childhood.

All journeys have to start with a beginning...

A chance to gain insight into the life of Ranie Sirah and why this podcast series has been created. A chance to learn what’s in store for the future and what we all can hopefully gain from it too. A food cultural storytelling adventure, that delves deep into our memory banks and also helps us to explore new cultures through the power of food.

A short trailer

A brief intro into the journey of these podcasts.

Ranie's food world (Trailer)