The Mrs Balbir Singh Story
Born in 1912 in Punjab, Mrs Balbir Singh is widely regarded as one of India’s most important teachers and writers of the art of Indian cookery. Her cooking and homemaking classes in Delhi flourished for decades from the mid-1900s. She was also the first cookery expert to be commissioned by India’s national television network to present a series of cooking segments.
In 1961 she penned what went on to become her enduring legacy to India’s culinary heritage, Mrs. Balbir Singh’s Indian Cookery. This original grande dame remains one of India’s most iconic, well-loved and respected cookbook authors. A true national treasure, the award-winning Mrs Balbir Singh has inspired generations of homemakers, chefs, and cookery writers alike.
Mrs Balbir Singh's recipes have truly stood the test of time, and are brought to you lovingly by her family and are suitable for every occasion from family meals to dinner parties and celebratory feasts. Her dishes continue to be experienced and enjoyed by lovers of authentic Indian food around the world, from food bloggers and the international food cognoscenti through to royalty. We very much hope that we can help you do the same.