Did you say raga jazz? Now, what’s that?
Discover over Raga Jazz & American Songbook: An Evening at Carnegie Hall with Charu & friends The sense of calmness is almost surreal, eerie, too, if I may. Mostly, when you walk out of a concert, your energy levels are at another level, almost adrenaline-rushing. If you’re driving back home, you instantly search (on Spotify […]
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 […]
You walk in for the flavours; you walk out with flavours and melodies: Antique Bazaar, Dubai.
On a few days, you want to hit rewind, pause even. Surrounded by the choicest of foods prepared by the best of chefs in the world — at your doorstep and your fingertips — on a few days, you don’t crave the Michelin-star meals nor the most exotic cuisines — what you miss and hence […]
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. […]
This winter, we bring to you the story of Pani Puri
We’re here to tell you the Indian story simply and hope you can narrate the tales to your friends, families, and future generations. It’s been a while. So, just as your OTT platforms refresh your memory when they return with a new season — let me recap the journey of The Indian Trumpet for you. […]
Trumpet Bazaar, #NRIwali Diwali
As Indian expats our Diwali celebrations are a little different from yours, though as bright, lovely and fun! The Indian Trumpet celebrates a few such #NRI #Diwali moments. Spread love, light. In this round-up of The Indian Trumpet Bazaar, we bring you thoughtful, diverse Diwali gift ideas! Diwali is a festival of lights and togetherness, and giving gifts […]
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 […]
Back-to-school: Rewind to the ’90s
The thoughts of waking up early for school and (gulp!) homework loomed in the mind and the vacation’s blue summer skies were slowly getting murkier as June approached, bringing with it, another year of school.
In the era of Tinder, how does Sohni Mahiwal fit in?
Move over Romeo and Juliet! The epic love story of Sohni Mahiwal has come to Dubai to smear the Emirate with colours of love. The coming weekend holds a special place in the heart of most South Asian expats as India and Pakistan celebrate their independence days next week. To celebrate the occasion, Tall Tales Production, in collaboration with The Junction Theatre, is bringing to Dubai a renowned International Musical Production titled ‘Sohni Mahiwal’ on the 12th and 13th of August 2023, at The Junction Theatre, in Alserkal Avenue, Dubai.
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!
