Gujiya, Ladoos, or Kaju Katli, why we can never have enough!
No Indian festival is complete without delicious traditional mithais such as Gujiya, Ladoos, or Kaju Katli. As the season to celebrate begins, we look at how these sweets evoke nostalgia and bonding. From the radiant, sparkling lights of Diwali to the lively dances of Navratri and the colorful Holi, festivals in India bring communities together […]
Can you extract gold from the borders of a saree?
Discover the exceptional drapes of Karnataka — Veena Devagiri, a Dubai resident, sheds light on the enduring legacy of ancient weaving traditions kept alive by artisans For Dubai resident Veena Devagiri, who hails from Ranebennur in the Haveri district of Karnataka, a saree wins over any other desi attire. That is why she has a […]
You can’t resist the Phulkari sarees from Punjab
Chandigarh resident Samvadini Nagar tells us all about how this classic garment is upping the fashion stakes in the state As far as traditions go, most women in Punjab are known to wear salwar kameez, and there’s a good reason for that. It was considered a more practical outfit than a saree as several women […]
Saree, a regressive attire? NO!
A timeless drape that honours tradition, heritage, and culture. Need we say more? “The next time someone calls saree a regressive attire, ye picture muh pe phenk ke maarna unke (throw this photo on their face),” retorted a frustrated X (formerly Twitter) user in response to derogatory comments on the platform.The comments were made after […]
The best Pani Puri I’ve ever had was at Delhi’s Chandni Chowk
The Pani Puri in Dubai is not very different from what you get in India, reckons Chef Faizan Ali, head chef, Khyber, Dukes The Palm, Dubai as he shares his thoughts on the much-loved street snack Faizan Ali is the head chef at Khyber, an Indian eatery located in Dukes The Palm, Dubai. For him, […]
It’s impossible to match up to the original ‘Don’
Comparisons are inevitable when it comes to sequels or remakes, but Amitabh Bachchan’s 1978 movie remains a masterpiece A remake of a classic movie rarely matches or surpasses the original. Having said that, we feel this rule certainly does not apply to all films. Let’s take the case of the 1978 blockbuster hit ‘Don’ starring […]
Pani puri? All roads lead to Karama, Dubai
Join us as we head to sample Pani Puri at Karama, Dubai which may perhaps offer stiff competition to recipes from India While there has been a raging debate among Pani Puri aficionados on which neighbourhood in Dubai serves the best ones – Bur Dubai and Karama seem to be the most desired by residents. […]
Bur Dubai or Karama: Dubai, where is the best Pani Puri?
Join us as we head to sample Pani Puri in Dubai which may perhaps offer stiff competition to recipes from India While there has been a raging debate among Pani Puri aficionados on which neighbourhood in Dubai serves the best ones – Bur Dubai and Karama seem to be the most desired by residents. From […]
Golgappas on the Dubai waterfront
A quiet evening, easy on the pocket and the serenity over some desi bites, what else does one need? Everyone loves the fare at Kailash Parbat. Foodies wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of the busy lanes of Karama and Bur Dubai, and wanting to taste their favourite street snack in quieter […]
Bhaiya, extra pani dena! It’s a tradition to ask for extra water and puri after a plateful!
‘Bhaiya can I have some more pani’: Is it bad manners or customary to ask for an extra puri or pani? We explain why you don’t have to feel embarrassed about it because there’s more to it than a breach of dining etiquette! “It’s bad manners,” points out the wife, as I ask the bhaiya at […]
