Chaiwala! (Priti Birla Maheshwari) Mill Valley From the days of slavery

From the days of slavery to present times

Pailin Chongchitnant knows that a busy schedule can make learning new recipes seem intimidating--whether you’re familiar with the cuisine or not

or bring food to a gathering

sweet and sour onions

Chaiwala! (Priti Birla Maheshwari) Mill Valley From the days of slaveryA sensory celebration of family, food, and culture. When their train makes a 10 minute stop at the station in Jaipur, a young girl and her mother hurry to get in line for a cup of chai. While the girl waits for her mug of milky spiced tea, readers are treated to the sights, sounds, and smells of the Chaiwalas cart. The aroma of ginger, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon sticks swirls in the air. Tea leaves rustle, milk bubbles, and the hot drink is poured