The Real Diwali Dhamaka

Tomorrow, the skies will burst forth with light, as people everywhere will burst crackers and light sparklers in front of their homes and on every street corner. Irrespective of caste or creed, this is one of those festivals where the entire community joins in the general merriment. The exchange of sweets and other homemade eatablesContinue reading "The Real Diwali Dhamaka"

Loving the Shape of Me

I have spent a major portion of my life on the heavier side of the weighing scale, and I hate to admit it, but I have loathed myself for it almost all the time. My weight story started even before I was born. My mother had a healthy appetite and was an enthusiastic cook, myContinue reading "Loving the Shape of Me"

Squid Game and Money Matters

You don't have to see the #1 series on Netflix to know that "Squid Game" is already creating headlines and waves of discussions on social media and other platforms. The in-your-face representation of human behaviour leaves the viewer questioning what truly matters in life. The choices and reasons to behave good or bad, right orContinue reading "Squid Game and Money Matters"

Challenging Kitchen Norms

When we say, ‘a family’, one of the basic things that comes to mind is eating together. The communal gathering of people is fundamental in any culture, and food is a universal bond that binds people together. Close-knit families are characterized by their bonding over food, not just on special occasions but in their day-to-dayContinue reading "Challenging Kitchen Norms"