A lively introduction to the history of Indian cuisine, tracing how spices, trade routes, empires, and regional traditions shaped one of the world’s most diverse food cultures. This talk explores the stories behind familiar dishes and ingredients, revealing how geography, migration, and cultural exchange built India’s extraordinary culinary landscape. About Nandita Godbole Nandita Godbole is an internationally known Indian origin food writer, entrepreneur, speaker, and clay artist. She has also authored seven cookbooks exploring the diverse and fascinating complexities of Indian cuisine, and has readers across 30 countries. As a freelance journalist, she had written for national outlets like Washington Post , Food Network , Eater , Healthline , & others as well as local magazines like Atlanta Magazine and Khabar Magazine. Godbole is a vocal advocate celebrating the ancient culinary traditions & innovations in Indian cuisine. She divides her time between Atlanta, Georgia & Los Angeles, California. Location: Sandy Springs Branch, Sandy Springs, GA. Scheduled on 2026-05-02 from 1:00 PM to 2:15 PM. Open community program; check listing for current attendance details. Confirm details and updates on the official library event listing (https://fulcolibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69c19e2fbfe6da104225003f).