Dishoom: The First Ever Cookbook from the Much-Loved Indian Restaurant
✓ Product data checked October 17, 2026
Dishoom: The First Ever Cookbook is published by Bloomsbury. The listing describes it as a love letter to Bombay told through food and stories, and says half a million copies have sold worldwide. The dishes it names include the Bacon Naan Roll, Black Daal, Okra Fries, Jackfruit Biryani, Chicken Ruby and Lamb Raan. Rated 4.8 across 8,800+ reviews on Amazon US at about $16.
Why it makes a good gift
Best for : A home cook who likes Indian food, or who has eaten at Dishoom and wants those dishes at home
Best occasion : Christmas, a housewarming, a birthday
Why it works : It is tied to one restaurant rather than being a general cookbook, so it suits someone who already knows the menu or wants Bombay-style comfort food. The dishes named in the listing run from Black Daal and Jackfruit Biryani to Chicken Ruby and Lamb Raan. Rated 4.8 across 8,800+ reviews at about $16.
Avoid if : They rarely cook from books or are not interested in Indian food.
For
Him, Her, Friend
Budget
$$ — Affordable
Frequently asked questions
Which recipes does it contain?
The listing names the Bacon Naan Roll, Black Daal, Okra Fries, Jackfruit Biryani, Chicken Ruby and Lamb Raan, among others.
Who publishes it?
Bloomsbury.
Is it only recipes?
No. The listing describes it as food and stories about Bombay, told by the restaurant.
