Dates in Chennai
“What’s this?” I ask in English, pointing to the yellowish bulb. It looks like a supersized grape, yet much more sturdy. “Daatte-eh,” he says clearly in his Tamil English. “You…
Underestimations
Sandeep is driving swiftly yet carefully. “Don’t worry Madam, you will get your flight,” he reassures. I look doubtful. “Means even if you are delayed, your flight will be delayed…
July 2016
Today, like any normal day, my eyes flicker open at 5:45. As usual, I grate ginger and crush cardamom into a pan and wait for it all to infuse together as…
Sweet Truffles.
Sugar has to be tasted to understand it’s sweetness, and its sweetness cannot be described in words. – Geetaji Iyengar Geetaji Iyengar speaks this line in regards to the experience…
