Across town, in the Indira Nagar area, Toit Brewpub serves up Basmati blondes and Belgian whites.

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Once the tomatoes melt into the dish, add the water, basmati rice and okra.

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Indian officials are now battling the patent of basmati rice by another American firm.

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