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
Where My Soul Found Its Home in the Middle of the River There are moments in life when everything feels adrift—like your heart is searching for something, but you can’t quite name it. I was there once. Carrying the weight of quiet chaos, walking through days that felt colorless. Until one gentle morning, everything changed. … 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
A Fragrance That Speaks the Language of Nostalgia Have you ever been walking down a quiet lane when a sudden fragrance in the air makes your heart pause—just for a moment? A scent so familiar, so tender, that it wraps around you like a long-lost memory? That’s the sweet scent of Bakul flowers—soft yet powerful, … Read more
Introduction When I think about comfort food, the first thing that comes to mind is Assamese Pitika. For those of you who are unfamiliar, Pitika is a humble mashed dish from Assam that has the power to bring a sense of warmth, nostalgia, and belonging. It’s not just a dish—it’s an emotion that connects us … Read more
Introduction The Mighty Brahmaputra—a name that evokes power, grace, and mystery. For those of us who call Assam home, it’s more than just a river. It’s our lifeline, our heritage, and, honestly, a companion that never leaves. When I think of the Mighty Brahmaputra, I picture its never-ending flow, carving paths through the land, connecting … Read more
A Taste That Brings Childhood Memories Alive Have you ever tasted something that instantly takes you back to your childhood? A flavor so pure, so full of memories that it tugs at your heartstrings? For me, that magical taste is none other than the Tangy-Sweet Delight of Kordoi—a fruit that holds the essence of my … Read more
There’s a moment in life that makes us pause, a fleeting moment when everything around us seems to stand still, and it feels like the universe is speaking directly to our hearts. It’s that first drop of Miracle Rain. Have you ever found yourself pausing everything just to feel that drop, as though it holds … Read more
A Spoonful of Nostalgia: The Magical First Bite of Tengesi Tenga Close your eyes for a moment and let your soul wander back to the warmth of home. Can you smell it? That gentle, citrusy tang curling into the air, wrapping around you like your mother’s embrace on a rainy afternoon? That’s Tengesi Tenga—not just … 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
