In many Indian families, the mother or grandmother is the primary cook, preparing meals with love and care. Mealtimes are often seen as sacred, with family members gathering together to share a meal and conversation. For instance, Kumar, a 45-year-old businessman from Delhi, recalls: "Sunday lunches with my family were always a treat. My mother would cook a big meal, and we'd all gather around the table to eat and catch up on each other's lives." Kumar's family still follows this tradition, with his wife taking charge of cooking meals and his children helping with setting the table.