Sabina Saikia - A Lifestory
The Discerning Palate, Crafting Stories, One Delicious Bite At A Time
A food critic was a great storyteller, using words to make lively images. This person made restaurant reviews an art. Starting in journalism with a paper, this person soon found a place in the exciting world of Indian food. The writing was not just about how food tasted. It was about culture, past events, and the people who made the food. This person looked at the small details of local dishes, honored new ideas from cooks, and stood up for keeping food traditions alive. People who worked with this person often spoke highly of the careful research and strong principles. A fellow writer said that this person could "understand the true meaning of a dish." From busy food stands in one city to fancy dining rooms in another, this person bravely checked out the many different parts of Indian cooking. Insightful reviews in papers guided many people eating out and shaped how people talked about food for years. Even though this person's life ended too soon in 2008, the impact as one of the most important food critics in India still encourages new writers and food lovers. The love for food and strong promise to good journalism are a lasting sign of this person's great skill.
