Cool Reads

Satyajit Ray: Cinematic genius

Before India’s film industry was known for its glitz and grandeur, one man quietly changed the game with black-and-white frames, long takes, and lingering silences that said more than a thousand words. That man was Satyajit Ray. Born in Calcutta in 1921,
May 16, 2025

Masala Chai: Life in a cup

In India, masala chai is an emotion, an invitation, a punctuation mark in the rhythm of life. It is poured at dawn and again at dusk, clinked between colleagues at roadside taps, offered reverently to guests, and sipped slowly during the monsoon
May 16, 2025

Summer sips, Indian style

In the sweltering heat of the Indian summer, the quest for a refreshing drink is a cultural experience in its own right. Across the vast landscape of India, beverages are meticulously crafted to counterbalance the relentless heat, offering hydration and a blend
May 16, 2025

Dharana at Shillim

Nestled in the serene embrace of the Sahyadri Mountains in Maharashtra, Dharana at Shillim is an award-winning luxury wellbeing retreat spread across a lush forested estate, this eco-luxury wellness destination invites you to step away from the chaos and immerse yourself in
April 14, 2025

Amrita Sher-Gil: Rebel with a canvas

Often hailed as India’s Frida Kahlo, Amrita Sher-Gil was revolutionary in modern Indian art. Born in Budapest in 1913 to a Sikh father and a Hungarian mother, she existed at the cusp of two worlds. It was this confluence that shaped her
April 14, 2025

Lassi, the timeless cooler for Indian summers

This ubiquitous drink is served in terracotta Kulhads or tall steel tumblers nationwide. Lassi is India’s most beloved summer elixir…frothy, creamy, and deeply comforting. A blend of curd, water, and a swirl of tradition heralds a moment of pause in a searing
April 14, 2025
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