Cool Reads

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

The many names of the new year in India

In India, the New Year isn’t a single midnight countdown. It doesn’t arrive with party hats and champagne flutes. It comes gently, like a hush before dawn, like a breeze rustling through temple bells. It arrives in different seasons, under different skies,
April 14, 2025

Brij Lakshman Sagar, Pali: Ethos of slow living

A meticulously restored 19th-century hunting lodge of the royal family of Raipur, Brij Lakshman Sagar unfolds across 32 acres of untouched countryside. Here, Rajputana grandeur meets sustainable design, creating an immersive retreat beside a tranquil private lake. Twelve independent cottages, crafted from
March 11, 2025

Jewellery and the Indian bride

Have you ever looked closely at an Indian bride walking into the Mandap, sparkling from head to toe in her wedding jewellery? In India, bridal jewellery isn’t just about looking beautiful…it’s a symbol of heritage, blessings, and new beginnings. When she steps
March 11, 2025

Kulfi: Ice Cream of Kings

Kulfi is no ordinary dessert. It is India’s original ice cream, rich, velvety, and steeped in history. Born in the royal kitchens of the Mughal era, its name comes from the Persian word Qulfi, meaning “covered cup,” a nod to its traditional
February 14, 2025

New beginnings: India’s festivals of hope

January dawns across India, ushering in a season filled with hope and renewal. From the frost-kissed north to the sun-drenched south, the country’s harvest festivals mirror its agricultural roots. Celebrating the harvest The onset of the new year is woven deeply into
December 24, 2024
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