Hyderabad, July 8 -- In Hyderabad, biryani is not just a dish- it is tradition, pride and celebration on a plate. It is the centrepiece of every feast, and people from all over the world come to the city to experience its grandeur. The search for the perfect biryani in Hyderabad is never-ending as opinions shift with every plate. But ask any local, and you will get the same answer time and again- the biryani you eat at a wedding tastes very different (and often better) from what you get at any hotel in the city.

It is a comparison that sparks endless debate. Some credit the taste to the joyous occasion, while others insist it is the technique. But one thing is for sure- when it comes to flavour and aroma, wedding biryani seems to hold so...