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Arshad Shabir Baloch

For the past four weeks, I’ve been searching for the ideal spot to enjoy delicious shinwari karahi and chapali kebabs in the UAE. While searching for the perfect place to satisfy my culinary cravings, I stumbled upon the hilarious Arshad Shabir Baloch’s YouTube channel. I looked at his profile and those tempting dishes and knew right away what to do. you guessed right! I called him and we discussed the three W’s of eating: what to eat, where to eat, and when to eat.

Baloch, who has lived in the UAE for the past six years, is a native of Dera Ghazi Khan, a city in Pakistan’s southwestern Punjab province. As the owner of a technology service company, Baloch enjoys trying different foods and considers himself a foodie.

His passion for Pakistani culture and cuisine has led him to countless culinary adventures. Baloch is passionate about promoting food stories through his YouTube channel, Arshad Shabir Diary, while remaining humble and true to his heritage. During our conversation, I really enjoyed learning about the country through his words. From Mandi to Biryani to Vimto and Rooh Afza, according to Baloch, it is clear that Pakistan has had a major influence on Emirati cuisine. He noticed some striking similarities between Pakistani and Emirati food. Balochistan also believes that Pakistani cuisine is a melting pot of cuisines from all over the world.

“Wherever I go, I make sure to compare the food to what I had in Pakistan. It’s my way of comforting myself when I’m away from home. As our tantalizing spices have become a staple of many Khaleeji meals, Pakistani culture is in a certain It has influenced Middle Eastern culture to some extent.”

Looking through his social media, it seems that the best food is often the prettiest. When people eat with their eyes, the reality is that the taste is always the one that brings people back to their plates. It’s not that people want to eat with their eyes closed, but the taste should be the most important part of any dish.

Despite the variety of Pakistani cuisine, Baloch makes a list of some personal favorites that are historically significant. First, Baloch shared lamb sajji, a traditional Baloch dish. He said: “It’s usually made with whole lamb or chicken, or chunks of lamb or goat (like a goat leg). These whole lambs, whole chickens, etc. are attached to kebabs, marinated in simple spices, They are then grilled over coals. They are sometimes even stuffed with rice. The aroma of coals and spices is irresistible and worth a try.”

Exploring food and culture can be a wonderful journey. With a diverse population of 220.9 million, the taste and preparation of the cuisine varies by location. For Balochistan, Pakistan’s northern curries and spices hold a special place in the country’s culinary heritage. “Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab are famous for eating a traditional Pakistani meal called sohbat. It is one of the oldest regional foods described in writing. Locals love to eat this paper-thin food Pancakes, served with stew, thin enough to soak them all through.”

Pakistanis love to eat and are committed to their delicious and vibrant cuisine. Responding to a question about the popularity of various cuisines in the country, Baloch said: “Pakistan is a country with many traditions and cultures that need to be showcased on the global stage. To achieve this, we need more regions Bloggers share their cultural journeys with audiences.”

Before wrapping up the conversation, Baloch wished a Happy Independence Day to fellow Pakistanis celebrating Independence Day around the world, and hoped the country would produce more content that would provide perspectives on amazing places, cuisine, history and customs.