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…
Americanos and Cream
It’s cocoa. It’s burnt charcoal. It’s something quite good. It’s the smell of stimulation, if you dare to imagine that this sensation holds fragrance. The smoky flavor seeps through the…
