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Sicc Palette
by Deepa Shridhar
Unhinged recipes, thoughts through a newsletter, podcast, and video content from a South Indian Texan immigrant who happens to be the saddest version of a triple threat: chef, writer and podcaster siccpalette.substack.com
Episodes
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State of the Palette
Latest from myself, make these incredibly easy and flavorful short ribs for the sake of the season: https://www.seriouseats.com/tamarind-braised-beef-short-ribs-recipe-11875259 Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or…
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I don’t need a menu, even at a hackathon
References: Coyote Magazine article Check out the latest Wine Wednesday: Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...
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Fine dining isn’t from the rich
References: https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2025/08/30/upscale-indian-restaurants-us.html Come eat my food in December here: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ https://futurefronttexas.org/events/2025/7/17/yalldinner-2lmh7-ty4r Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and...
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Butter yellow will always make me fold
References: The butter yellow oven in said Make this Biryani Brie for Thanksgiving: Come eat my food in November here: https://thefrontmarket.com/ Come eat my food in December here: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ https://futurefronttexas.org/events/2025/7/17/yalldinner-2lmh7-ty4r Sicc Palette...
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The thing about Hing
References: https://www.netflix.com/title/81094163 Come eat my food in November here: https://thefrontmarket.com/ Come eat my food in December here: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ https://futurefronttexas.org/events/2025/7/17/yalldinner-2lmh7-ty4r4 Introducing WINE WEDNESDAY, subscribe &…
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Martha Stewart is aspirational not impossible
Come eat my food in November here: https://thefrontmarket.com/ Come eat my food in December here: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ https://futurefronttexas.org/events/2025/7/17/yalldinner-2lmh7-ty4r4 Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work,...
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Cat’s outta the Sysco truck
References: Boyfriends are bad PR for content creators Come eat my food in November here: https://thefrontmarket.com/ Come eat my food in December here: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ https://futurefronttexas.org/events/2025/7/17/yalldinner-2lmh7-ty4r4 Sicc Palette is a reader-supported...
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The three C's in life are Cali Water, Cardi B, & Cast Irons
References: https://drinkcaliwater.com/products/ginger-and-lime-12-pack?srsltid=AfmBOoqKnseafoOBA7Lch0uXOkoL4cdYddan_TMpxVYUY98ucv2tC1lK The Cardi B playlist you need: Curated Cast Irons for You: 16 inch cast iron skillet can hold a whole chicken + Biryani 10 inch skillet seen here with some...
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Non-stick nonsense is at it again; chefs shilling for their land-filled destined wares
Reference links: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/12/climate/rachael-ray-david-chang-pfas-forever-chemicals-cookware.html?smid=threads-nytimes Book Thali Omakase here: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work,...
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Fergus Henderson is the father of “simple not easy” , and he gets to say it as many times as he wants
Thank you all for helping me raise funds for Kerr County Community Flood Relief fund, with your help, I’ve donated $150 Reference links: https://sf.eater.com/scene-report/207523/chef-thomas-keller-burgers-half-bottles-yountville Speaking of burgers, a little bit on our featured mushroom burger on...
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I take all of it personally…
The Thali Omakase X Shuck It ATX team: Reference article: https://www.dmagazine.com/food-drink/2025/08/chaotic-good-restaurants-are-americas-next-big-dining-trend/ Is the Thali Omakase x Shuck It ATX under the guise of chaotic good? Reserve your seats for Thali Omakase here, both classic (Chef’s...
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This is Texas, which is why Chili’s works
References: https://www.texasmonthly.com/food/chilis-chain-restaurant-comeback/ https://www.tecovas.com/events/chilis-tecovas-soco https://www.mysanantonio.com/food/article/sams-bbq-sketchy-tiktok-20817315.php Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my…
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Understanding ARTE and appraising it are two different things
Some food for thought: https://www.latimes.com/food/story/2019-07-18/jonathan-gold-peter-meehan Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber, for the month of August all new , (free & paid), subscribers will...
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The miracle of HEB
(Courtesy of HEB newsroom) To donate: tinyurl.com/KerrFloodRelief Ways to support in Austin and Hill Country: https://www.austinmonthly.com/how-austinites-can-donate-to-those-affected-by-the-central-texas-floods/ The Barbed Wire piece:...
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“Restaurant at home”is just cooking
The prawns at Il Brutto and the martini happy hour are worth the visit Reference articles: https://www.voguebusiness.com/story/fashion/6-food-trends-fashion-needs-to-know-about-in-2025 Fargo Season 5, a celebration of food being THE Great Comfort, aka, luxury: Summer Supper Club Schedule aka how…
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Why won’t our intrepid food critics do the wig work necessary of their station
Reference articles: Thomas Keller article Fast Company’s AirBnB article My AirBnB listing, featuring a custom Texan Thali menu at promotional tier prices (until 6/30) : Book here July Thali Omakase reservations are open: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ Sicc Palette is a reader-supported...
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Sourdough starters are not martini makers
I’ll even oven fry a whole chicken as long as it’s spatchcocked References: https://www.instagram.com/gbchefs?igsh=MXB5aXF4bGMxZmVrYg== https://www.hulu.com/series/the-kardashians-7840bf30-f440-48d4-bf81-55d8cb24457a?dl=false My latest for Serious Eats!...
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I recommend washing your wine
(photo credit: Dillon Keeler) https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine/wine-climate-change/?srsltid=AfmBOor64Pq6Va7VRBkNvQaTizlRN-vjvKYoo3OyLlXFvi__axRaoQwo Supper club schedule below: New Thali Omakase dates have arrived featuring two upcoming collaborations with Garbo’s Lobster & Jules...
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The price of luxury is…
(Seen above: my own foray into “weird” drinks have included infusing mezcal with Pandan + roasted Masa and coconut fat, for an entirely different texture and base for past Thali Omakase menus) *1st photo credit to Dillon Keeler Reference articles:...
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Dinner parties are good for collective doom
Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Reference links: A Dinner Party/Supper Club Not For Doom; Great Comfort Meets 20 Components, use code NEWTHALI25 at checkout: https://thali-omakase.square.site/...
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It’s not the pod you necessarily want, but maybe the pod you need
Subscriptions that are gift ready: https://www.patreon.com/chelseadevantez?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan Shameless Plug/Genuinely Good Gift: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ List of Pods to listen to: Coconut flakes are meant for so much more: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss...
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You know they paid Jonathan Gold
References: https://www.eatvow.com/ New dates for Thali Omakase in 2025: Promo Code: THALICLAUS25 https://thali-omakase.square.site/ Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If...
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I don’t have Strava, Chef
Reference articles: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/09/dining/buttermilk-brined-turkey-recipe-samin-nosrat.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=q Honey Tamarind Brine: 3-5 lb Bird 1/2 cup honey 1/4 + 2 T salt 1/4 cup of tamarind paste 1/2 cup of lemon juice Dissolve in 1 pint of boiling...
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For Your Consideration
Full Texas Michelin list is here. You can look but a follow is sacrilege and a win for the robots. The aforementioned Grub Street article. Evil MoPac got me to repost this which confused/delighted/angered? a lot of y’all. Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and...
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Road maps and Mezcal
Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thali Omakase: One ticket left for December Thali Omakase, for 12/14, which will be the last Thali Omakase for 2024! https://thali-omakase.square.site/ This is a...
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Detroiters is the perfect local food show
Reference articles: https://themanitoban.com/2024/09/gen-zs-new-nightlife-staying-in-is-the-new-going-out/47708/ https://www.bonappetit.com/story/how-bars-are-adapting-to-gen-z-the-homebody-generation https://www.netflix.com/title/80165019 -Speaking of one of a kind experiences, Thali Omakase was...
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Remember; it’s the restaurant that gets the star, not the Mushroom Hybrid Robot Chef
References: https://www.the-independent.com/tech/robot-mushroom-biohybrid-robotics-cornell-b2606970.htmls https://www.tacobell.com/tbx Coming up: * A red sauce enhancer, your winter soup/sauce secret weapon, honed and perfected for Thali Omakase, recipe and newsletter up soon : Pondicherry...
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The curious case of “link in bio” shaders
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit siccpalette.substack.com (Photo taken by Nitya Jain) We are halfway sold out for September dates! Use code for a very good discount: BANANALEAF Buy tickets here: https://thali-omakase.square.site/ References: *...
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In a small Swedish village…
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit siccpalette.substack.com A collection of how many times I’ve mentioned Magnus ,(and my grandmother), in the press, plus an excerpt of newsletter I wrote pre-substack days: Reference article:...
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The August of it all
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit siccpalette.substack.com Reference articles: Olympics Fine dining to fast casual Curated bar experiences
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If you love it, if you hate it
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit siccpalette.substack.com This week on Sicc Palette: * Burnt Jaggery- it’s a concept, it’s your secret weapon and it’s a newsletter with video and recipes Burnt Jaggery Pecan Pie made for Art Dinner this summer, along with Burnt Jaggery...
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It’s three to four things now
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit siccpalette.substack.com July/August Pop Ups: Rasam & Cheese: Vol. 2 is here featuring THE Rasam & Cheese Grazing Board; pre-order here: https://rasamcheese.square.site/ Sign up for the almost sold out Art Dinner with Future Front and...
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Your favorite food podcast is almost weekly
Reference links: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCprsM0BSmDxHiQI04nXrf2JrgqAnJ7Jo&si=e2wl9krI75YTa6Ou https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/16/24179679/mcdonalds-ending-ai-chatbot-drive-thru-ordering-test-ibm Sicc Palette Exclusive! The latest Rasam & Cheese event, (volume 2), is available for...
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The truth will keep you evergreen
Reference links: https://austin.eater.com/2024/6/5/24172123/foxtrot-austin-reopening-market-stores https://www.delish.com/food-news/a61042110/what-happened-to-chipotle-portions-drama/ Subscribe to Alex and my brand new YouTube channel featuring Rasam & Cheese! Early bird sign up for Art Dinner…
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The sinisterification of Branding
Reference articles: https://www.eater.com/24151314/restaurant-groups-secret-chains-small-business https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/24/dining/instagram-cookware.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare...
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We’re attempting an origin story
Follow Alex Palomo on IG: FromageForYou Sign up for tickets (5/18/24) for Rasam & Cheese Volume 1: HERE! Read all about Rasam & Cheese here featured in The Local Palate This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
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It’s only almost all doom
Reference articles: https://www.foodandwine.com/foxtrot-market-doms-kitchen-chapter-7-bankruptcy-8637964 https://airmail.news/issues/2024-4-6/the-big-cheese Buy tickets to Rasam & Cheese here: https://rasamcheese.square.site/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other...
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Food content has a clapter problem
Buy tickets for Rasam & Cheese Vol. 1 here. Reference links: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit siccpalette.substack.com/subscribe
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Chef-beloved microwave enthusiasts:
Reference articles/posts: https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2024/04/08/david-chang-momofuku-chile-chili-crunch-crisp-trademark/ Buy Rasam & Cheese Tickets Here In order to continue to bring one of a kind recipes, long form essays, video, podcasts and more, this Substack subsists on all of your...
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I want craft content
Rasam & Cheese Vol. 1 Tickets (Early Bird Discount): https://rasamcheese.square.site/ Reference articles: https://www.bonappetit.com/story/oscar-mayer-vegan-hot-dogs https://www.texasmonthly.com/food/trompo-robot/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or…
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Alex Palomo
Menu breakdown for Rasam & Cheese: Vol 1: * Rasam Focaccia Dotted with Fermented Tomato, Tamarind Syrup + Baked with Lamb Chopper, Cilantro & Cheese Crumbles, Dunked in Rasam Tamarind Broth * Crispy Coconut Rice + Humboldt Fog Whipped Yogurt + Fermented Tomato Thakku + Rasam Podi + Mustard Seed &...
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It’s all meat, apparently
Reference articles: https://www.fastcompany.com/91057001/impossibles-massive-meatier-new-brand-promises-that-plants-can-bleed-red?utm_campaign=later-linkinbio-fastcompany&utm_content=later-41699855&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkin.bio...
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But does the Crunchwrap come with local greens?
(My own personal take on the Crunchwrap in 2020: Roti dough, tamarind pimento, South Indian Boudin, and tons of local greens were involved) Reference: https://www.expressnews.com/food/restaurants/article/san-antonio-chef-taco-bell-18667940.php In order to continue to bring one of a kind recipes,...
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Red threading it all
A whole lot of new content is heading towards the Substack; it will be a very ambitious year. In order to continue to bring one of a kind recipes, long form essays, video, podcasts and more, this Substack subsists on all of your amazing support. If you can, if you want to help support the…
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Finding alignment
(Photo Credit: Mackenzie Smith Kelley) Follow Jules Stoddart on Instagram: hardwarepastries Visit & order from: https://www.littleolasbiscuits.com/ A whole lot of new content is heading towards the Substack; it will be a very ambitious year. In order to continue to bring one of a kind recipes…
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Land the plane!
A whole lot of new content is heading towards the Substack; it will be a very ambitious year. In order to continue to bring one of a kind recipes, long form essays, video, podcasts and more, this Substack subsists on all of your amazing support. If you can, if you want to help support the…
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I’m owning that I said “Mental Abacus” several times
Coming up on the substack: * A wine/beverage review subsection that is part notes part video coming ever so soon * All things board based subsection making its debut on SP mid February * A much awaited chef interview for the podcast * Next newsletter focuses on the term “Healthy” culturally and...
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My mom is officially a podcaster
Seen above: My mother standing with a group of Rasam connoisseurs, starting from the left: her aunt, herself, my father (avid Rasam enthusiast), her mother on the far right. To get her recipe of Rasam Podi and an intro on all things Rasam: Coming up on the substack: * An oral history of Rasam…
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I swear if I see one more “what is Bay Leaf good for” article
Reference articles: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/dirty-pasta-water-martini https://chicagoreader.com/food-drink/cocktail-challenge-goat-cheese/ https://www.eater.com/dinner-party-ideas/24033621/eater-at-home-dinner-party-intro Stay tuned y’all, 2024 is about to get wild. * Coming up on…
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In the cold light of Austin, TX
Show notes: The newsletter about the wealthy’s tastes: Read Bon Appetit article here Sicc Palette is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other…
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Unhinged recipes, thoughts through a newsletter, podcast, and video content from a South Indian Texan immigrant who happens to be the saddest version of a triple threat: chef, writer and podcaster siccpalette.substack.com
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Sicc Palette is created and hosted by Deepa Shridhar.
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