Discover the extraordinary dining experience at Hales Blackbrick in Tampa, where Chef Richard Hales delivers innovative. Immerse yourself in a beautifully curated atmosphere that sets the stage for unforgettable flavors.
International women’s day! We DO NOT need A day!!!!
Do We Really Need to Celebrate Women’s Day? For many years, I have refrained from writing about International Women’s Day. Every March, the internet fills with messages celebrating women—their strength, resilience, achievements, and contributions. While these sentiments are meaningful, I often find myself wondering: why do we need a special day to celebrate women at…
How Indian Weddings in the USA Are Very Different From Those in India
⸻ (Disclaimer: This post is not meant to offend or hurt anyone. It is just my observation, made entirely in jest, after attending eight weddings in two years. Please read with chai, humor, and an open heart.) If you grew up in India—or worse, got married in the early 2000s or earlier—then attending an Indian…
Behind the Smiles – A Gentle Reminder to Prioritize Ourselves
It’s been a while since I last posted. Life has been a bit overwhelming lately — things going on personally that have left me disturbed, emotionally drained, and, honestly, questioning a lot. I wasn’t ready to show up here pretending everything was okay. And that in itself made me realize how often we do exactly…
Restaurant Review: Simply South – A Promising New Arrival in Naperville, IL
Yesterday (June 21, 2025), we had the chance to do something we’ve never done before — attend the soft opening of a brand-new South Indian restaurant in Naperville called Simply South. While we weren’t sure what to expect, the experience turned out to be a pleasant one, filled with warmth, flavor, and a little bit…
Burma O’ clock – a suburban hidden gem (Restaurant review)
Grass Jelly drink This time it was just my son and me as the husband was traveling for work. We had been to Proof No. 5 a new hip place in downtown Wheaton and on the way there saw this little place called Burma O’ Clock. We hadn’t eaten Burmese food before so decided to…
When Breath becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi – A short review
When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi So much has been written about this book since its publication 10 years ago. My two cents… Reading ‘When Breath Becomes Air’ was a deeply emotional and difficult experience for me. Paul Kalanithi’s reflections on mortality and meaning hit especially close to home because I myself narrowly escaped…
Nadu – Restaurant review
Do you like eating out? Love mouth watering south Asian food? Here’s a review of a hip new restaurant in town - Nadu is located in Lincoln Park, Chicago
Bazaar Meat (Chicago) – Restaurant review
I feel compelled to do a review of Bazaar Meats after a visit there the other evening. The hubbs was in DT Chicago for official business and asked me and my son to join him there in the evening. It was a special evening for him and he wanted to take us out for a…
Dodging the bullet part 3. Heart Attack Lessons: From Hospital to Home
After a heart attack, the author experiences an emotional recovery journey. Initially euphoric to be home, reality sets in with fear and fatigue as everyday tasks become overwhelming. Support from family and friends is crucial, but self-doubt emerges. A trip for her son’s college orientation highlights her ongoing fragility, emphasizing the road to recovery ahead.
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