In a Kolkata tea shop, Tea Leaves, Water, and Milk simmer in a love triangle of strength, clarity, and frothy indulgence. Their tensions, confrontations, and realizations reveal that true harmony lies not in perfection but in balance. This whimsical chai story celebrates love, acceptance, and the art of blending.
The Goalondo Steamer Fowl Curry, born in late 19th-century Bengal on steamers from Calcutta to Dhaka, reflects history, travel, and rustic ingenuity. Cooked by boatmen with simple ingredients like mustard oil, red chilies, and country chicken, it remains a fiery, soulful dish—preserved in memories, literature, and select kitchens even today.
Locating a paper is as easy as strolling in a park. Right? But when it is a Jurassic Park, it turns into a hellish experience. Using deadpan humour, the author recalls her difficulty in searching for something as insignificant as a photocopy from a pile of stuff (as Miranda Priestly would say).
Responsible tourism is about traveling mindfully—protecting the environment, respecting cultures, supporting local businesses, and safeguarding wildlife. By choosing eco-friendly options, honoring local traditions, and helping communities thrive, we ensure that tourism enriches both travelers and hosts. Sustainable travel creates joy today while preserving destinations for future generations.
A childhood friendship introduced the author to Indo-Chinese cuisine, sparking a lifelong romance with food. From chicken soup and chilli chicken to college street food and global flavors, each phase of life was marked by meals and memories. Food became her love language, weaving friendships, romance, family, and evolving tastes together.
A journey through history, myth, and culture reveals honey as far more than sweetness—this golden gift embodies healing, divinity, tradition, and the timeless bond between nature, humanity, and the humble bee.
A nostalgic ode to India’s beloved mango season, culminating in the golden delight of Mango Kesari — a simple, soul-satisfying South Indian dessert that sweetly marks the King’s farewell.
Yoga is more than physical exercise—it’s a holistic lifestyle connecting body, mind, and soul. For women balancing multiple roles, it offers strength, stress relief, better health, and emotional resilience. With its three pillars—Asanas, Pranayama, and Meditation—yoga fosters deep transformation. Begin today; even small steps bring lasting change. Happy Yoga Day!
Meet a self-proclaimed Naazuk Kali who’s spent a lifetime dodging PT classes, sun headaches, and surprise aches. In this witty, relatable account, she chronicles how Yoga became her unlikely ally. From groaning through stretches to embracing slow progress, it’s a refreshingly real read.
A hilarious satire on the obsession with Western etiquette, this piece mocks the absurdity of overrefined manners infiltrating everyday Indian life. From peeling bananas with cutlery to closing doors “gracefully,” the narrator humorously chronicles her descent into decorum overload—only to reject it all and embrace unapologetic desi authenticity.
