"Public institutions, from hospitals to museums, are the most international communities, both in the workforce and in those who visit. It's something that became obvious to us when we were cooking our globally inspired meals for frontline workers at Kings College Hospital, London, during the pandemic."
"The menu at Cafe Jikoni, our new restaurant at the V&A East museum, speaks to the depth and breadth of east London's diverse community, with dishes that cross borders, celebrate pluralism and taste like home wherever that may be. After all, the best hospitality is all about making your guests feel at home."
"This dal wanders from India into Thailand; we make a curry paste from scratch at Cafe Jikoni, but using a good-quality one, such as Maeploy, is a smart shortcut. Prep 10 min Cook 35 min Serves 4-6"
"Add the lentils and carrots, turn down the heat to low-medium, and simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes, until the lentils are tender. In the last few minutes of cooking, season to taste with palm sugar, fish sauce and tamarind for a balance of salty, sweet, and sour. Add the lime juice, then serve scattered with coriander."
Public institutions such as hospitals and museums function as international communities through both their workforces and visitors. During the pandemic, globally inspired meals prepared for frontline workers at Kings College Hospital in London made this diversity clear. Cafe Jikoni at V&A East uses a menu shaped by east London’s varied community, offering dishes that cross borders and celebrate pluralism while tasting like home. Hospitality is framed as creating a sense of belonging for guests. The menu includes recipes such as spicy coconut dal, which blends Indian and Thai flavors using curry paste, coconut milk, lentils, carrots, and finishing lime and coriander. It also features a Goan aubergine pickle, cheddar, and chutney toasted sandwich.
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