James and Luke return to series 2 of The Migration Menu exploring how migration has transformed food and the places we call home. Headed to East London, Brick Lane in the borough of Tower Hamlets, James and Luke travel to have lunch at Graam Bangla.

(Starter)

**introduction**-(00:00-3:20)

Luke explains the gap in the Bengali food market in West London which is why the two choose to journey outside to East London, to fill the gap; questioning the migration pattern where those from Bangladesh go to the east and those from India and other parts of South Asia head toward West London.

(Main)

**Interview**- (3:20-12:05)

James and Luke interview Ashraf Hoque, an Anthropologist and Associate Professor at UCL, who details the history of Brick Lane, Bengali culture, and the arrival of Jewish and South Asian diasporas to the area as they wait for Shanur; Manager of Graam Bangla

(Dessert)

**Post Interview discussion**- (12:05-21:10)

Shanur returns from the mosque and begins preparing food with his staff. James and Luke detail his history which led to his father founding Graam Bangla. They discuss the trials and tribulations faced by those of the South Asian community during the late 1900s. Ash explains how meals in Bengali culture are finished.

**Closing Remarks and acknowledgments** (21:10-27:22)

James and Luke recap what they have learned about Bengali migration and culture especially in terms of Migration of Bengalis to East London instead of West London

The Migration Menu has been brought to you by James Staples and Luke Heslop, with help from Vimal Dalal, Angele Ijeh, Stefeni Regalado, and Jafnah Uddin. If you have any questions or comments for us, send them in and we will address them in a future show, you can get in touch at info@themigrationmenu.com. Or on ‘X’ - formerly Twitter: @migration_menu and Instagram @themigrationmenu

Literature mentioned:

Hoque, A; (2019) Being Young, Male and Muslim in Luton. UCL Press: London, UK.

Adams, C. (1987). Across Seven Seas and Thirteen Rivers.

Frost, N. (2011) ‘Green Curry: Politics and Place-Making on Brick Lane’

Food mentioned:

• Elish Bhuna
• Fish Kofta
• Fish Eggs
• Beef curry
• Bortas
• Yam root with Jack Fruit Nuts and Dried Fish

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