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 […]
Dear Doordarshan, you are dearly missed!
With an abundance of OTT platforms, we are spoilt for choice, and the line between reel and real is blurring fast. Although digital platforms and modern television have changed the way content is consumed, Doordarshan’s legacy of serials will always hold a special place in our hearts. When it comes to home entertainment, there is […]
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: Chart papers, Fevicol and glue sticks!
the different hues of Chart PaPer, the Carefully kePt bottles of Joker Gum and feviCol. Childhood ProJeCts were all about PiCtures, Colours and havinG a lot of fun!
Back-to-school: Rewind to the ’90s: Cold water from the Milton bottle
Almost always a Milton, the many memories linked to the water bottles are still so fresh. As we left for school each day, mom would do a quick quality check on us by scanning the usual cause of complaints/ discipline issues. The hair would be combed/ plaited one more time, the nails would be checked […]
Back-to-school: Rewind to the ’90s: Did you get hauled up by the class monitor for dirty shoes?
They came in all types and sizes. Regular and rainy. Canvas and black. They were a constant source of punishment for us, we had to keep them clean to stay out of trouble.
