FOD Guest Chef Event featuring All Dal-ed Up

All Dal-ed Up is a vibrant, family-style dinner celebrating the power and versatility of dal—lentils in all their glory. From sprouted and fermented to savory and sweet, each dish is a delicious lesson in how this humble pantry staple shapes Indian cuisine. Part meal, part masterclass, the experience will educate guests to cook confidently with dal at home. View the menu below and reserve your seat at the table!

The founders of All Dal-ed Up, Shri Repp and Vanitha Sabapathy, are a Seattle-based mother-daughter duo sharing the joy and everyday magic of Indian cooking through stories, tradition, and tested recipes. Explore their work on their Indian food blog Moon Rice, where they bring their shared legacy to life through thoughtful tutorials, classes, and recipes that empower home cooks everywhere. 

All Dal-ed Up Menu

Crunchy Chana Vada w/ Coconut Chutney (vv) (df) (gf) Crunchy fritter made with chana dal, urad dal, curry leaves, onions, and warm Indian spices accompanied with a cilantro coconut chutney.

Sprouted Moong Bhel Salad (vv) (df) (gf) Sprouted moong dal, cucumber, tomato, red onion tossed with cilantro-mint and tamarind-date chutneys, puffed rice, toasted peanuts, and sev (fried chickpea flour snack) .

Idli and Thakkali Kolumbu (v) (gf) Fermented and steamed rice and lentil cakes served with a tangy south indian style tangy tomato gravy

Arisi Paruppu Sadam, Mango Pickle, Raita, and Urad Dal Fryums (gf) (v) Indian Butter bean dal and rice pilaf cooked together in warming spices served along with spicy mango pickle, yogurt raita, and crunchy urad dal fryums.

Warm Apple Moong Dal Halwa w/ Pistachio Phyllo Cigars (v) (can be GF) 

Paan Shot (v) (gf) Fennel Seeds, Betel leaves, Gulkand (Rose Petal Preserves), milk blended into a refreshing and floral digestive drink.