For me, Padwa is equal to Puranpoli Whoever thought of making a dough, filling it with cooked chana dal and jaggery, cooking it on a taws and eating it piping hot, was a genius.

Whoever thought of making a dough, filling it with cooked chana dal and jaggery, rolling it out, cooking it on a tawa, and then eating it piping hot, was a genius.
#veganwriter #plantbasedwriter #veganindian
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I had the best pasta in Portugal and not in Italy Yes, I know Italians will murder me for saying this. But this is true. I had the best pasta in Portugal and not in Italy.

Have you had any such experience?

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Spirituality and Chole Kulche in Amritsar I visit Amritsar only for two reasons — the soul-soothing stillness of the Golden Temple and the flaky comfort of eating Chole Kulche.

I visit Amritsar only for two reasons — the soul-soothing stillness of the Golden Temple and the flaky comfort of eating Chole Kulche. Why do you visit Amritsar?
#veganwriter #vegantraveller

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Looking for a Different Holi Celebration in Mumbai? Try the Forest! Explore a unique kind of Holi celebration in Mumbai, right in the forest. With natural colours and like-minded people, it's fun unlimited.

Here's how you can experience Holi this year, if you are in Mumbai. Happy Holi!
#veganwriter #vegantraveller

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All About Ber Fruit: The Ancient Fruit, The Modern Muse Ber fruit, or Indian jujube, is one of India’s oldest winter fruits. Know its history, folklore, apple ber variety and cultural significance.

When I finally saw my favourite winter fruit with the fruit vendor, I instantly picked it up, wiped it clean on my t-shirt, and impatiently took the first bite. Yeah, I know that I need to wash it before eating it. But some things you just can’t resist.
#veganwriter

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Best way to do Mumbai darshan is to look for a house An intimate exploration of what looking for a rental house in Mumbai reveals about the city, its people, and its unspoken rules.

Sometimes you have fun by just writing. This was one such piece. Hope you have fun reading it too.

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Explore Lal Bazar in Gangtok - A Guide to the Sunday market Discover Gangtok’s famous Lal Bazar Sunday market. From local food to handicrafts, here’s everything you need to know before visiting.

There's something attractive about a market isn't it? The hustle, the noise, people moving around in a busy fashion, the colours, the sights and the stories.
#veganwriter #vegantraveller #sikkimstories

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All the Mountains I Have Known A narrative travel essay through the Himalayas, Uluru and Mt. Fuji about how mountains quietly change the way we see ourselves.

If you love the mountains, then you will love this piece.
#travelwriter #veganwriter #vegantraveller

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Explore Lal Bazar in Gangtok - A Guide to the Sunday market Discover Gangtok’s famous Lal Bazar Sunday market. From local food to handicrafts, here’s everything you need to know before visiting.

What is the best way to know a place? Visit its popular bucket list places, or maybe get a taste of the place at the well-known eateries. But my favourite way to get to know a place is through its local market. What's yours?
#writer #creativewriter #veganwriter

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Music and Me A reflective piece about my journey with music and how it has unknowingly seeped into my writing too. Music and me- best friends forever.

My relationship with music has been an ever evolving one. A short piece about it.

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Why is there a rise in vegan ice cream in the Indian market? The rise of vegan ice creams in the Indian market is a quiet cultural shift worth looking into. So what's driving this growth?

The rise of vegan ice creams in the Indian market is a quiet cultural shift worth looking into. So what's driving this growth?
#veganwriter #veganbusiness

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My review of the documentary - Don't Die: The Man Who Wants To Live Forever - got published in the latest issue of The Vegan magazine. What did you think about this documentary?
#veganwriter

The Curious Case of the Single Woman Traveller A personal essay on solo female travel in India—curious questions, perceptions, and why being single, and travelling solo is unusual to many.

Travelling alone as a single woman in India still sparks an odd kind of curiosity—whether I’m in a taxi, at work, or halfway up a mountain in Japan. But every solo travel journey remains both empowering and quietly revealing.
#solofemaletraveller #solofemaletravel

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How to plan your first solo trip Planning your first solo trip? Learn how to choose the right place, stay safe, and embrace the joy of travelling alone.

This is a question I get asked a lot, so I decided to write about it.
#solotraveller #solotravelling #solofemaletraveller

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6 lessons I’ve learnt from being a vegan in India for 6 years It’s World Vegan Day, a good time to reflect on my journey of being vegan in India for almost 6 years and pen down the lessons I’ve learnt.

It’s World Vegan Day, and I thought it’s a good time to reflect on my journey of being vegan in India for almost 6 years now and pen down the lessons that I’ve learnt along the way.
#veganwriter #veganliving #worldveganday

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Vegan Food in Vietnam - Why I want to go back just to eat Discover the joy of being vegan in Vietnam — flavorful street food, rich curries, and dishes that make you want to return just to eat.

I’m planning to go back to Vietnam just to eat. Yes, you heard that right — I want to go to Vietnam just to eat.

When I visited in 2022, I didn’t expect much as a vegan traveller. But I was proven wrong in the most delicious way.
#veganwriter #vegantraveller

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An Ode to Indrayani Rice The first time I tasted Indrayani rice, it felt like a childhood memory, warm and slightly sticky. It clung to my fingers and to my heart.

How I fell in love with Indrayani rice

#veganwriter #veganfood #veganstories

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Why You Should (and Shouldn’t) Visit the Ganpati Festival in Pune Experience the Ganpati festival in Pune—vibrant traditions, and devotion in the air, with a unique Maharashtrian touch.

Imagine a riot of bright colours. The heart-thumping sound of the drums, energised chants accompanying it and groups of people moving to its rhythm. It’s an adrenaline rush like no other – it’s the Ganpati festival in Pune.
So, should you attend this festival?
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In the City’s Heart, a Forest Beats Discover the wild heart of Mumbai in Sanjay Gandhi National Park—a rare urban forest where nature thrives within city limits.

When you think of Mumbai, the first thing that comes to mind is high-rises and crowded streets. But what if I told you there is a forest right in the middle of all the chaos. Would you like to explore it?
#naturelover #forestlover

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When the Plumber Unknowingly Taught me a Spiritual Lesson A plumber's visit to fix a leaky tap unexpectedly led to a quiet spiritual lesson about clearing inner clutter and letting life flow freely.

When a plumber's visit to fix a leaky tap led to a quiet spiritual lesson.
#lifelessons

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Sour, Sweet, Vegan - My Pachadi Love Story By Shinu Ramachandran Growing up in a Malayali house, we all had our favourites. Mine was parippu curry, along with papadum and pachadi. This is what I look forward to every Vishu and Onam. But this year, when Vishu was ro...

My vegan journey has been an interesting one, figuring out what to replace and how to replace it (especially my favourite dishes) without missing out on the taste. This is one such story. Give it a read!

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I am a wanderer, not a traveller What does travel mean to you? To me, it is a deeply personal experience of meeting pieces of myself in different places.

What does travel mean to you?

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7 Unusual Plant-Based Breakfasts To Try In 2025 Stumped on your morning meal? Look at these unusual plant-based breakfast ideas for high protein or just plain tasty recipes.

I would definitely try the mango coconut chia pudding. Which one would you try?
#veganwriter #writer #veganfood

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Don’t Tell My Grandma: I Made Puttu with Millet — GOYA The beauty of puttu lies in its simplicity. It is made with two ingredients abundant in the fertile land of Kerala — rice and coconuts. Shinu Ramachandran attempts to tweak this beloved Kerala classic...

Another piece of mine got published in Goya Journal and I am absolutely thrilled. Give it a read.
#writer #foodwriter

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Exploring Lal Bazar in Gangtok Through a Photo Essay Explore the vibrant Lal Bazar Sunday Market in Gangtok through this photo essay, highlighting local flavours and a slice of Sikkimese culture.

As a vegan traveller, I love visiting markets. They tell you a lot about the food culture of a place. Once such market that fascinated me was the Lal Bazar Sunday Market in Gangtok Sikkikm- the only fully organic state in India.
#vegan #veganwriter #vegantraveller
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I didn't know that pumpkin seeds was the highest in protein. Definitely going to increase it in my diet.

I completely resonate with this. It is such a great feeling when you write a piece. Only writers understand the joy of writing.

Good to know :)

Thank you for sharing :)
Yes, we all need to celebrate and spread this kind of innovation.

Malabar Hill Walkway: Where Trees Whisper and the City Pauses I explored the Malabar Hill Walkway, a peaceful green escape in Mumbai. From nature walk to panoramic views, a hidden secret of the city.

We need more green spaces in Mumbai. A short visit to Malabar Hill Walkway was a pleasant experience to cherish.
#veganwriter #plantbasedliving #naturelover #plantbasedwriter

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