Mughlai cuisine is the hallmark of the most sophisticated and inventive dishes that were created in the royal courts of the Mughal empire dating back to the 16th century. Like the opulent architecture and rich cultural practices of the time, the food was refined and nuanced with the distinctive aroma and taste of ground and whole spices. A Mughlai course is an elaborate buffet of succulent kababs, curries, naans, pulao, biryanis, and vegetables along with accompaniments of murrabas and achars. There is also an array of desserts such as halwas and firnis to satisfy the sweet tooth.