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Travel Safely

Read about our 4 part series on traveling safely in India by keeping yourself safe from scams.
Part 1 / Part 2 / Part 3 / Part 4

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Indian Stretchable Time Meets Google Calendar: Rethinking Punctuality
Indian Stretchable Time Meets Google Calendar: Rethinking Punctuality

We explore the idea of “Indian Stretchable Time,” contrasts it with West Coast calendar culture, and offers practical ways to move between both without losing friends.

Color vs Gore-Tex: How Indians and Portlanders Get Dressed
Color vs Gore-Tex: How Indians and Portlanders Get Dressed

Contrast India’s saturated street style with the Pacific Northwest’s rain-proof minimalism, and explores what wardrobes quietly reveal about belonging.

The Great Indian Family WhatsApp Group vs American Group Texts
The Great Indian Family WhatsApp Group vs American Group Texts

Dive into the noisy world of Indian family WhatsApp groups, compares them with American group texts, and offers a gentle guide to muting with love.

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Food & Eats

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Kochi Food Guide: Backwater Seafood & Café Alleys
Kochi Food Guide: Backwater Seafood & Café Alleys

Fish curry with appam, Syrian Christian kitchens and slow-blooming café culture make Kochi a gentle yet compelling food city. This guide keeps you full and unflustered.

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Pune Food Guide: Misal Pav, Cafés & Night Bites
Pune Food Guide: Misal Pav, Cafés & Night Bites

Misal pav breakfasts, café culture and student-driven street food make Pune a relaxed yet addictive place to eat. This guide helps you snack smart from morning to midnight.

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Jaipur Food Guide: Kachori, Thali & Rooftop Views
Jaipur Food Guide: Kachori, Thali & Rooftop Views

From crisp kachoris to ghee-heavy Rajasthani thalis and rooftop dinners, this Jaipur food guide balances street snacks with camera-ready views and practical tips.

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