Rekha Barman 
The Nostalgic Embrace of Patot Diya Maas Have you ever smelled something so deeply familiar that it felt like a warm embrace from your past? A scent so magical that, in just a moment, it carries you back—to the rustic kitchen of your childhood, to the bubbling laughter of your loved ones, to the loving … Read more
Introduction Imagine biting into something so tangy, so refreshingly unique, that it instantly awakens your senses. That’s the magic of Robab Tenga (Pomelo), a fruit that has been part of Assamese life for generations. Growing up in Guwahati, I’ve always had a special connection with this fruit—its sourness, its juiciness, and how it brightens even … Read more
When the Golden Dawn Breathes Life into Forgotten Dreams Have you ever watched the world wake up and felt like the universe was gently whispering to your soul? This enchanted golden morning of Dipor Bil isn’t just another sunrise—it’s a quiet miracle, a soft embrace of light that stirs something deep within. As the first … Read more
A Whisper from the Past, A Gift for the Future Have you ever held a simple, unassuming green leaf in your hands and felt a rush of memories? For me, that leaf is nourishing manimuni xaak—a taste of childhood, a whisper of love from my grandmother’s gentle hands. I can still see her, sitting by … Read more
Introduction As an Assamese, I’ve always felt an undeniable connection to food—especially the fiery, bold, and exhilarating spices that are so integral to our culture. If there’s one spice that is as famous as it is feared, it’s the world‘s hottest chili, Bhut Jolokia. If you’ve ever wondered how it feels to experience a taste … Read more
The Forgotten Comfort: Why Poiṭa Bhāt Still Matters Today It was one of those slow, golden mornings of childhood—the kind that stay etched in your heart forever. I must’ve been around ten, sitting on the cool mud floor of my grandmother’s kitchen. Outside, the monsoon breeze whispered through the banana trees. Inside, in a humble … Read more
Introduction: When a Butterfly’s Wings Unlock a Forgotten World Close your eyes for a moment and imagine this—soft golden sunlight filters through the leaves as a butterfly flutters past, its wings shimmering like tiny stained-glass windows. Have you ever stopped to look at it closely? To follow its gentle dance in the air and feel … Read more
When the Sun Wrote the Most Beautiful Pages of My Childhood Have you ever closed your eyes, let the golden sun kiss your skin, and suddenly felt time fold in on itself? One moment, you’re here, and the next—you’re standing barefoot on sun-warmed earth, laughter echoing in the air, reliving the sweetest days of childhood. … Read more
When a Quiet Lake Becomes Louder Than Life— Have You Ever Felt a Place Heal You Without Saying a Word? I still remember the very first time I stood before the Mighty Chandubi Lake. There were no grand signs telling me it was special. No music, no crowds—just a deep, almost sacred silence that wrapped … Read more
Introduction As an Assamese, the legacy of Naamghar is something deeply etched in my heart. Growing up in Guwahati, I always felt the presence of Naamghars as pillars of faith, community, and hope in our lives. The warm, inviting atmosphere of these sacred spaces was something I’ve experienced firsthand, and it’s always amazed me how … Read more
