This piece explores the ancient festival of Chhath – a celebration of the Sun, simplicity, and spiritual endurance. From its Vedic roots to its modern-day observance across India and the diaspora, it highlights how faith, nature, and community intertwine in one of the subcontinent’s oldest and most eco-conscious traditions.
A hilarious ode to the delightful pandemonium of Indian breakfast buffets, this piece captures the chaos, charm, and unspoken social dynamics that unfold between the dosa counter and paratha queue. Equal parts relatable and witty, it celebrates the art of over-serving, over-negotiating, and thoroughly enjoying the most chaotic meal of the day.
Despite progress, gender bias still haunts girls in sports, as seen in a young cricketer’s daily struggles. Idolizing Smriti Mandhana, she faces stereotyping and ignorance. A powerful ad and the upcoming ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 highlight changing tides. It’s time we support women’s cricket as passionately as men’s.
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.
