Krishnendu talks to us a out the role of immigrant food in American culture past, present, and future. He draws upon his upbringing in India and his anthropology studies to present a compelling case for dining with not just an open mouth, but an open mind.

His book The Ethnic Restaurateur traces the psychology of the restaurant owner and their patrons, and what world cuisines are experiencing a renaissance.

This episode is a call to action for us to eat with curiosity and generosity: to get to know foreign cuisines by paying attention to complex histories, regional differences, and the people who cook them.