Ask Ashley what his favorite dish is, and he won’t hesitate — “Spicy Butter Chicken with Jeera Rice.” But for him, it’s more than just comfort food. It’s a story on a plate. A memory of home, a nod to his heritage, and a ritual that grounds him no matter where he is in the world.
“It’s not about the butter or the chicken,” Ashley smiles. “It’s about that smell at 5 p.m. when you come home and someone’s cooking with love.”
Ashley’s version of butter chicken isn’t strictly traditional — and he prefers it that way. He follows the classic base: marinated chicken, a tomato-cream sauce, and the smoky warmth of garam masala. But he adds his own twists:
The result? A dish that feels nostalgic but new, deeply flavorful without being heavy, and bold without overpowering.
For Ashley, cooking is never just about food — it’s about identity.
Butter chicken was the first dish he learned to master after moving out on his own. It reminded him of his mom’s kitchen — the controlled chaos, the steam on the windows, the quick taste-tests with a slice of bread.
“When everything felt uncertain, I’d cook this. It reminded me of who I was, and where I came from.”
Ashley doesn’t rush when he makes his favorite dish. He dims the lights, plays old jazz or Indian classical fusion, and lets the aromas fill the kitchen. It’s a form of meditation. A grounding.
The cooking process, for him, is a mirror:
Ashley’s favorite dish is more than a recipe — it’s a love letter.
To home. To heritage. To the power of food to remind us of who we are.
And if you ever get a chance to taste it, you’ll understand why one bite feels like a hug from the past — and a warm invitation to stay present.
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