Ishita Dey

Ishita Dey, an Assistant Professor of Sociology and food ethnographer, delves into the world of mishti—Bengal's beloved sweets. In this engaging discussion, she shares insights from her decade-long study, revealing how caste and religion shape sweet-making identities. Dey explains the cultural significance of sweets in rituals and festivals, and how they reflect social hierarchies and heritage. She also explores the impact of regulatory debates and globalization on traditional sweet practices, making mishti a fascinating lens through which to understand Bengali culture.