As the fragrance of flowers fills the air and the ornate Pookalam patterns adorn doorsteps, Onam arrives, bringing with it a spirit of celebration. While it originates in Kerala, its festive cheer has traveled across continents, flourishing in places like Texas, where a thriving community keeps the tradition alive. Whether you’re attending a grand Sadya feast or a […]
Onam has this way of making even the busiest parts of California slow down for a moment. You’ll find South Indian families gathering, laughing, and sharing stories while passing around a feast so generous it feels endless. The fragrance of sambar, the shimmer of gold borders on cream fabrics, the chatter before a thiruvathira performance […]
Are you all set to flaunt your Kasavu Saree for this Onam? Get your intriguing look with your Pookalams and harvest new beginnings and happiness! Every year, the harvest festival of Onam in Kerala is marked by a revival of family gatherings and a rebirth of the state’s traditional attire—white and gold sarees for the women […]
India is cram-full with cultural diversity, where each of its 29 states brings something of high-value to this cultural mish-mash. And although one could argue that traditions and festivals belonging to any one state are of utmost importance to that diaspora only, we like to believe that these are the very things that bring people […]
