I manoeuvred the task at hand with extreme care, keenly aware of the uneven ground I was standing on. Drops of sweat steadily trickled down my brows while my unruly hair annoyingly stuck to my forehead. Flecks of dirt had settled on my clothes long back initiating a string of rather loud and scary sneezes.… Read More Diwali Cleaning and Me!
Indian fashion with its richness and diversity has long been loved and welcomed with awe the world over. Where we have the luxury of Banarasi and Kanjeevaram silks on one hand there’s the subdued elegance of Sanganeri, Kalamkari, and Bandhani designs on the other. We all have at least that one saree, piece of fabric,… Read More Get beautiful traditional Indian wear, fabrics and more on itokri
The festive season is upon us and there’s palpable excitement in the air. The cheerful atmosphere has everyone looking forward to dressing up pretty and celebrating special occasions with their near and dear ones. Its time for friends and family to come together and rejoice the blessings of joy and affection. People love to prep… Read More Amazing home décor ideas from Zappybox for your home this festive season
Dev Diwali, or Dev Deepawali, also known as the “Diwali of the Gods,” is a major Hindu festivalcelebrated in Varanasi. It is celebrated on Kartik Purnima (the full moon night of the Himonth of Kartik), which usually falls 15 days after the more widely celebrated Diwali. he festivalholds special significance in Varanasi, especially the holy… Read More Know the Reason Why Dev Diwali Is Celebrated on Kartik Purnima
Food and culture go hand-in-hand in India, more so when it comes to celebrating festivals. Every region has its own set of customs and traditions which are typically associated with specific festival foods. No matter where we live, observing these rituals makes us feel connected and closer to home. I’m a Marwari born and brought… Read More 3 ingredient Atta Halwa Recipe #Holi #Food
It’s almost November and time to gear up for one of the biggest festivals of the year; Diwali. As soon as Dussehra festivities wrap up there’s a flurry of activity in every household each year. Elaborate shopping and grocery lists are made while old unused stuff is given away to make way for new. Although… Read More How to enjoy festive season this year #CauseAChatter
Festivals and festival food are two things that can light up any heart. Luckily, Indians get to celebrate one festival after another all year round and gorge on delicacies that hold special significance with each one of them. Offered to God as ‘bhog’, these dishes are prepared with much love and devotion. Ukdiche modak is… Read More U is for Ukdiche Modak #BlogchatterA2Z