Smooth Sips and Desi Tips: When Scotch Meets Tharra
One evening, my dad’s friend Santosh joined him for their customary evening liquor session. As they settled into their…
A Dusty Struggle
You might wonder what my first challenge was after relocating to India. Well, it was none other than the…
Peek-a-Boo: The Art of Dodging Prying Eyes and a myth of privacy
In India, curiosity flows through our veins like chai in the morning, deeply woven into the fabric of our…
Shades of Misunderstanding: Myth of the American Glow
My family owned two houses in my hometown. When our old house underwent reconstruction, we temporarily relocated to our…
FSSAI License: Battling Bureaucratic Barriers
Upon returning to India, I immediately noticed the scarcity of organic food options. Being a fan of organic food…
When American English Breaks Hearts
Like any concerned mother, mine was worried about me after my divorce and wanted me to consider getting married…
The Perils of Self-Medication: A Cultural Norm
Self-diagnosis and self-medication run rampant in the country. One day, I was visiting a friend, and as soon as…
Reacquainting with the Rupee: Adjusting to Inflation
One side effect of a rapidly growing economy is inflation. In the US, I was accustomed to stable prices…
Customer Service and The Art of Persuasion: An American Accent Advantage
I was once traveling with a friend who was having a nightmare trying to get a refund for her…
Street Food Nostalgia and The Mighty Indian Immune System
A few weeks after arriving in India, I received news that my friend from the US, Sangeeta, was visiting…