At 83, he simply plays with colours

Anjini Prakash Laitu, a renowned artist based out of Sharjah, UAE, recently diversified and began to paint across items of clothing from shoes to blazers, and even sarees; the latter loved by one and all Anjini Prakash Laitu, an artist residing in Sharjah, UAE, decided to retire and return to India after nearly four decades […]

Summers in India would always mean Mango Dollys!

After dinner, we would pester our father or grandfather for the best ice cream ever produced — the Mango Dolly The sun started setting when my younger sister and I heard the distant calls of our mother, our playtime at the local park finally over. Red-cheeked and panting, we quickly finished up our game of […]

Where to eat Onam Sadhya in Dubai

One of the most anticipated aspects of Onam is the elaborate Onam Sadhya — a traditional feast served on banana leaves Onam, a vibrant and cherished festival celebrated in the South Indian state of Kerala, is a magnificent showcase of culture, tradition, and community bonding. This ten-day harvest festival marks the homecoming of the mythical […]

Back-to-school: Rewind to the ’90s: What was in your tiffin box?

For many people, these simple, metal food containers will remind them of homemade, comfort meals that were made with love and affectation   In the colourful tapestry of childhood memories in India, few things hold a place as dear as the humble tiffin box. These small, metal containers filled with scrumptious homemade delights were an essential […]

Kishmish: This Afghani restaurant in Dubai offers dishes that’ll satiate any Indian belly

From Chicken Kabuli Pulao to charcoal-grilled kofta, this Afghani restaurant in Dubai offers an abundance of flavourful items that will please even picky eaters!