Chinese President Xi Jinping heads to India for a summit on Saturday that could mark the biggest step in a cautious thaw after years of hostility between the two countries. "The very fact that President Xi is coming to India does indicate that... even if it's because of the turbulence in the world caused by America, the two countries want a working relationship," said Ashok Malik of The Asia Group.

At a moment when diplomats are talking about rebuilding trust between India and China, two chefs in Hong Kong are already finding common ground in spice, smoke and fire.

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to participate in the BRICS Summit in India this week, marking his first visit in seven years. As Prime Minister Modi and Xi prepare to meet on…