Fun fact .. a tiny drop of sandalwood oil and mitti attar (the “petrichor” scent this article mentions) is used in traditional Indian biryanis. It adds an earthy note that helps round out and harmonize th intense mix of spices and aromatics. .. hsitorically, that earthy depth came from dried deer musk powder ... the italian equivalent of this flavour profile to dishes would be using porcini .. chanterelles in pastas and risottos ..