Losing your way while on vacation can lead to some happy surprises — the kind that end up as the highlight of your journey.
In Quest Of The Unusual
Away from frequented haunts in popular countries lie fascinating havens that offer unparalleled experiences. Cruising around the world, I discover a quiet corner of the French Riviera, set foot on two continents at once, and walk across a glacier…
Discover Mughal Women’s Roles In History
Ladies of the royal zenana were "relentlessly independent, well travelled and audacious", says Ira Mukhoty about the queens she writes about in her latest tome…
A Legacy Of Love
It’s the canonical Bollywood romance that established a new cinematic template for modern, multicultural love when it first hit the screens in 1995. Natashja Rathore demystifies the timeless appeal of Yash Raj Films’ Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge in her documentary, Still Rolling — The DDLJ Story (2016), and adds a new layer of meaning to memories of our favourite cult classic
West Side Stories
They’re making the world laugh, cry and fall in love with them, winning a few accolades and Emmys on the way. From Priyanka Chopra to Parminder Nagra, actresses of Indian origin are showing off their talents in significant roles on international television shows. Discover why these artistes are much more than just the flavour of the season
50 Worst Dates
The journey down the arranged marriage aisle is fraught with meetings that range from the mundane to just plain zany, discovers a 20-something in search of the one
A Novel Feast
Finding a confluence between food and the written word, two young minds come together to orchestrate a sensory experience that merges both in their pop-up series, The Literary Table. Shirin Mehrotra and Shriya Shetty chat about the making of their project….
Scoops Of Nostalgia
Finding inspiration in the Indian smells and tastes from her mother’s kitchen at their home in the US, Pooja Bavishi took New York by storm when she entered the world of desserts with her artisanal ice cream brand, Malai. The Brooklyn-based entrepreneur lets us in on her journey
In Pursuit Of Anne Frank
A weekend spent exploring Amsterdam’s gems would make any history fan weak in the knees. In the homeland of my favourite childhood writer and hero, I discover several Dutch marvels...