India, Sept. 11 -- New Delhi is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit from September 12 to 13, with many world leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, in attendance.

Some of the most meaningful conversations may begin not in the Summit's conference rooms but around the dining table. For that, the Taj Mahal, New Delhi, has been preparing a culinary experience designed to introduce international delegates to India's rich food heritage while making them feel at home.

According to a report by news agency ANI, Executive Chef Kaushik Misra is at the centre of these preparations. He has overseen months of research and planning to curate menus that bring together India's regional flavours, familiar comfort ...