Tag Archives: Festival

Salt Water Cafe, a very satisfying experience

Posted on November 6, 2010 by amusingelephant

Diwali this year in Bombay has been slightly muted with a blanket of security and restrictions in areas that President Obama plans to visit. We usually go for dinners in South Bombay as it is closer to home but last … Continue reading →

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Diwali with the Obama’s

Posted on November 5, 2010 by amusingelephant

Diwali the festival of lights is here and everyone is in a celebratory mood. Diwali celebrations vary from region to region but the most popularly believed myth is that on Lord Ram’s return from 14 years of banishment he was … Continue reading →

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Art strikes Bandra and this is only the beginning

Posted on October 26, 2010 by amusingelephant

Bandra also known as the ‘Queen of the suburbs’ is growing rapidly. It is known for it’s churches like Mount Mary’s Basilica. It is well-connected by the Western Line of the Mumbai Railways and now by the Bandra Worli Sea Link … Continue reading →

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Deep-fried in culture and tradition

Posted on October 14, 2010 by amusingelephant

This past weekend I made a trip to Vadodara formerly known as Baroda to meet my friend, tangy lemon. As I boarded the flight; business men were making last-minute calls, closing deals and making preparations for their weekend. This is … Continue reading →

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Sing, Dance, Eat, Celebrate and Give!

Posted on September 11, 2010 by amusingelephant

As the month of Ramzan ends, Muslims world over celebrate Eid by sighting the Shawwal Moon. Shawwal is the tenth month in the Islamic calendar. Eid is a joyous day and celebration of brotherhood. It is a day of Thanksgiving. … Continue reading →

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