Hyderabad, Dec. 2 -- When a global food guide like TasteAtlas puts Hyderabadi Biryani in its top ten list, it is more than just a culinary accolade, it is a nod to its everlasting legacy. In its latest '50 Best Rice Dishes of 2025' ranking, TasteAtlas has placed Hyderabadi Biryani at the 10th spot, making it the only Indian dish among a sea of global favourites.

For Hyderabadis, it is a moment of pride that dum-cooked layers of rice, meat, spices and saffron now stand shoulder to shoulder with Japan's sushi, Saudi Arabia's Haneeth and several other global rice dishes. The recognition also reinforces the city's claim as a culinary destination, where biryani is an identity.

Hyderabadi Biryani is a legacy carried forward since the era of t...