Journal

Notes from the kitchen.

Short pieces on fire, spice and hosting. Stories from the Nuru Tandoor kitchen.

14 February 2025 / 5 min read

Why we cook over charcoal, not gas

The tandoor is lit at 13:00 and never really goes out. Here is what that costs us and what it gives you.

28 January 2025 / 4 min read

Soggy delivery is a packing problem. We solved ours with vented grills, separate gravies and a two-stage dispatch.

9 January 2025 / 6 min read

A host timeline from first enquiry to the last chai, and what our events coordinator needs from you.

18 December 2024 / 3 min read

Mild, medium or Nairobi hot. What each level means in the kitchen and how to order for a mixed table.