Cricket and biryani go together like baseball and hot dogs
Briefly

Each of the three biryani shops closest to the stadium in Eisenhower Park has halal meat, restricted beef options, and a range of vegetarian dishes, but the most popular item on all three restaurant menus is the biryani. Biryani became associated with cricket partly because of the sport's format, making it a convenient and favorite option for fans during breaks.
There are over 35 kinds of biryanis across the Indian subcontinent, each city offering varying flavors. Vegetarian biryani is more popular in India, while meat biryani, excluding pork, is common in Pakistan, reflecting cultural preferences that unite fans of both countries during cricket matches.
At Sahar's Kitchen and Chai in East Meadow, Mohammed Rehman offers Karachi-style biryani with the raita, a yogurt sauce, catering to both Hindu and Muslim customers. Biryani is a unifying and quick meal choice during cricket games for fans from diverse backgrounds.
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