The India Cookbook: From The Tables Of My Friends

Structured As A Narrative Journey, The Book Explores The Varied Landscapes Of India's Carpet-Making Tradition, Showing How Every Piece Carries Its Own Tale. Curated By Norwegian Diplomat Jon Westborg, The India Cookbook: From The Tables Of My Friends Draws You Into A World Where Textiles Connect Memory, Geography, And Craft, And Where The Line Between Artifact And Story Blurs Beautifully. Readers Will Discover The Delicate Craftsmanship Of Kashmiri Carpets, The Herati-Inspired Designs From Amritsar, And Even A Remarkable Rug Woven Inside The Walls Of Rampur Jail, Each Chapter Offering Context, Color, And Human Touch. In The Spirit Of Of Indian Carpets And Carpetwallahs: An Appreciation, This Collection Invites You To See A Carpet Not Just As An Object, But As A Lineage Of Memory And Artistry That Enriches Any Space.

• Rich Profiles Of Kashmiri Carpets, Amritsar Herati-Inspired Designs, And The Rampur Jail Rug—Each With Its Own Story
• Narratives That Reveal History, Culture, And The People Behind The Loom
• Curated By Jon Westborg, Blending Archival Insight With Engaging Storytelling
• Accessible, Descriptive Prose With Evocative Imagery To Bring Each Piece To Life
• Thoughtful Presentation Suitable For Carpet Enthusiasts, Collectors, Designers, And Curious Readers
• Elegant Production With Clear Context And Design-Forward Layout

After Finishing The India Cookbook: From The Tables Of My Friends, Readers Will Carry A Renewed Appreciation For Indian Carpets—The Idea That A Rug Is Memory, Art, And Location Woven Together. It Invites You To Look Beyond Pattern To The Stories That Linger In Your Living Spaces, Offering A Lasting Sense Of Wonder And Connection.