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Every autumn the air feels different. The dhak starts to beat, the pandals light up, and we all say the same happy words: Ma ashchen! Mother is coming! Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Durga Puja, and why in autumn? The answer isn’t one story. It’s several, all woven together, the way a grandmother…
Looking for fresh methi, a 20-pound bag of basmati rice, the right brand of atta, or paneer for the weekend? Thankfully, finding South Asian groceries in Northeast Ohio has become a whole lot easier. There was a time when stocking a proper desi kitchen in Northeast Ohio required planning aheadâor even making a trip to…
There was a time when finding good Indian food around Cleveland meant having only a handful of choices. Not anymore! From traditional biryani and curries to modern small plates and Indian-inspired cocktails, the Cleveland food scene has come a long way. So, whether you’re Indian and craving a taste of home or you’re just beginning…
Taniya Roy Talukdar I am someone who barely gets to watch television. Between a full-time job, playing mother and homemaker, various volunteering gigs, and an active social life, most days all I can manage is some mindless scrolling on social media. So, when I finally get to plant myself on the couch in front of…
Taniya Roy Talukdar Bringing up children away from one’s home country can be challenging at times, especially during the festival season. For parents who grew up in their motherland, festivals bring back memories of being homeâsurrounded by family and friends while celebrating Holi, Ganesh Chaturthi, Durga Puja, Diwali, and so many others. While knowing about…
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Upstairs, the harmonium droned and the voices rose in classical song. Downstairs, we were sent: âArrey, send the kids to the basement. Theyâll play.â And so, down we went. The basement was its own world. Folding chairs wobbled, the carpet smelled permanently damp, and the ceiling leaked â even when it wasnât raining. From upstairs…
Born out of tragedy, the North Eastern Ohio Bengali Association was established to bring the Bengali community together in a feeling of positivity and growth and so far, it has delivered. I am a writer, once a journalist, and every year I try to contribute something to our Bangla annual magazine. But the problem isâpublishers…