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When I was about 14, I was invited to dinner by an Indian woman who lived in my apartment building with whom I had become friendly. It was my very first experience with Indian food. I don't remember what area of India she was from, but the food was so incredibly spicy I could barely eat it.

elysek at 11:12AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

My first encounter with Indian cuisine was at a restaurant serving vegetarian dishes from southern India. I enjoyed the food there very much.

lilyk at 10:54AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

My first encounter with Indian curry was a little awkward. We were shy and just kept eyeing each other from across the room. I made my way over to his bowl and introduced myself to him and his friends, chutney, yogurt, chat, and mixed pickle. Taken by his complex textures and worldly influences, I was almost immediately smitten. I have to admit I went home with him that night. It was that first taste that drew me in.

KateHessPasta at 10:38AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

At a small vegetarian restuarant over 20 years ago. I know Roti came with the dish .

hungrylikethewolf at 9:13AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

havent had the pleasure 2 often of eating indian food:)

jmahurin40 at 8:10AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

My daughter took me to an Indian restaurant when I visited her once and I tried the chana masala. It's my favorite Indian meal since that day. I've tried a lot of things but that's still my favorite.

blueviolet at 7:48AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

At a restaurant. The food was wonderful.

madeas at 7:40AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

Living in the deep south , I've never had the opportunity to try Indian cuisine.

ladycat713 at 7:18AM on 08/03/09

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Mine was at a great Indian restaurant in NYC and I've been eating at Indian restaurants as much as I can ever since

dvice at 6:36AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

Back in 2001, when I was in the hospital after giving birth, my husband and my parents decided to try an Indian restaurant in our area. My husband told me in the hospital how delicious the food was and he wanted to take me there on the way home . I was really tired and didn't think I was hungry, but I devoured the food and have been a fan of Indian food ever since that day.

Bakersdozen at 2:16AM on 08/03/09

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Cook the Book: '660 Curries' by Raghavan Iyer

went with a coworker and fell in love with the cusine!

misaacmom at 1:55AM on 08/03/09

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Caroline Russock at 12:02PM on 07/27/09

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Love fresh salads the most, but really love salads that include a bit of fresh fruit! From strawberries and raspberries to blueberries and apples. Yum!

cowleyh at 11:54AM on 07/27/09

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my favorite summer recipe is chocolate pie, i just make some chocolate pudding and put it in a pie crust with whipped cream on top, then chill it, it's nice and cold on a hot summer day!

susansmoaks at 11:33AM on 07/27/09

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