The original Houston location of Mai Colachi opened its doors eight years ago, a response to what appeared, at least to owner Mobin Jiwani, to be a lack of authentic Pakistani food in the states.

This “Calabaza con Mojo” came from a chef working at one of the better-known restaurants in the Vedado section of Havana, and serves 8-10. Ingredients "Calabaza": ¼ teaspoon freshly ground ...