In a thought-provoking discussion, culinary scholar Sucharita Kanjilal and public health expert Sylvia Karpagam dive into how caste shapes food narratives in India. They explore the rise of diverse cookbooks that reflect both privilege and representation, analyzing their potential to challenge traditional views or reinforce existing divides. The guests also tackle the impact of economic status on dietary practices, the political nuances of food choices, and the necessity of integrating cultural wisdom into public health policies. It's a fascinating look at food as a lens for understanding social justice.