Summary:
"A mixed crowd comprising Gujaratis, Rajasthanis, Punjabis, North Indians, South Indians and others, has given rise to a mixed food culture. Maharashtrians, especially those belonging to the younger generation, have lost the taste for Maharashtrian food, he says. All of these give Maharashtrian food its unique identity.The traditional Maharashtrian thali, known to offer a balance of flavour and nutrition, too has also undergone changes. People, especially youngsters, from various parts of the country -Gujarat, South India, North India and elsewhere, have started living here. "They have developed a liking for Gujarati, South Indian, North Indian, Chinese and Italian food," says Sarpotdar..