The document discusses the regional foods of India. It describes the foods commonly found in Northern, Southern, and Western India. Northern Indian meals often include baked breads, rice, vegetables and curry. Some include dairy products like yogurt and milk. Southern India uses less fried foods and more rice and coconut. Popular dishes include sombar, a curried vegetable soup. Western India has diverse cuisines including Gujarati, Maharashtrian, Goan and Rajasthani. The foods vary between coastal and mountain regions but often include rice, fish and coconut. Indian appetizers commonly include salad, chicken and bread. A basic meal usually includes a thali platter with rice, vegetables, yogurt, beans and bread.