Zubin Balaporia’s photography exhibition explores how he listens to his pictures Contemporary Design Store BARO will host photographer Zubin Balaporia’s first Photography Show titled “BLESSED BY THE LIGHT”. The show will feature 30 framed Photographs and a selection of Digital images (on iPad) that can be ordered for print. Framed Photographs and Prints can be… Continue reading Blessed By The Light: Zubin Balaporia Exhibition at BARO
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From Zarathustra to British Aristocracy: The Paisley of Persia
Resembling a teardrop, fashion’s famed Paisley motif earned its western name from the Scottish town of Paisley, a center for textiles where paisley designs were produced. The distinctive almond-shaped pattern has had a long and varied history involving luxurious Scottish shawls, sumptuous couture and the swinging sixties. But its Iranian origin is one of the… Continue reading From Zarathustra to British Aristocracy: The Paisley of Persia
A Brown Kitchen: India meets Persia in seductive Parsi pickles
A first cookbook is like a first love, the first boy that you meet and fall in love with. You might not end up spending your life with him, but you might always remember the relationship fondly. That is exactly how I feel about Niloufer Ichaporia King’s “My Bombay Kitchen.” It was the first cookbook… Continue reading A Brown Kitchen: India meets Persia in seductive Parsi pickles
Russy D Sumariwalla: Towards a Planet-wide Culture of Non-Violence
From times immemorial, humankind, in its brief history on planet Earth, has caused and experienced for itself unimaginable horrors and carnage. Violence is commonly used to settle disputes or to gain advantage over others. This is amply documented and evident even today as I write. Not only have we humans annihilated the lives of hundreds… Continue reading Russy D Sumariwalla: Towards a Planet-wide Culture of Non-Violence
India’s Birthing Project
Amid its fight against a surging demographic, India has taken up the responsibilities of a depleting community — the Parsis — nestled in the middle of its diverse cultural smorgasbord. Article by Bharbi Hazarika / The Post The 4-year-old government-mandated Jiyo Parsi scheme has so far resulted in the wails of 160 Parsi babies enlivening… Continue reading India’s Birthing Project
Parsi Gara: Using History For a New Story
How Ashdeen Lilaowala keeps traditional oriental embroidery craft distinct without adapting to the millennial culture Seated in the plush, spacious, newly launched store of textile designer and author Ashdeen Lilaowala, one can’t help but notice how this space like his oeuvre of work is an amalgamation of influences. Article by Chirag Mohanty Samal |The Voice… Continue reading Parsi Gara: Using History For a New Story
Tête-à-Tête With Iconic Mumbai Eatery Britannia’s Owner
On a warm on Saturday afternoon in the city of dreams – Mumbai, when masses rejoice their weekend, a Parsi family gears up to welcome their customers at their iconic eatery Britannia & Co. The restaurant that has been up and running since 1923 is one of Mumbai’s most popular joints. Hack: On a warm… Continue reading Tête-à-Tête With Iconic Mumbai Eatery Britannia’s Owner
Zavera Shahuna: The Parsi platter
Zavera Shahuna’s kitchen speaks volumes of her love for order. Zavera Shahuna’s kitchen speaks volumes of her love for order. Glassware is neatly stacked on the shelves, a tray exclusively for sauce bottles is set up beside the dining table, ceramic crockery is lined up on the showcase and the table is set with fine… Continue reading Zavera Shahuna: The Parsi platter
MMRCL shakes Parsi hopes for quick resolution to Metro row
A day after offering an out-of-court meeting to discuss options, MMRCL yesterday stated it would review the alternatives and decide whether the meeting was required Article by Arita Sarkar | Mid-Day The Parsi community’s hopes for a quick and amicable resolution to the Metro III-versus-Atash Behram row may not come to fruition. The community had… Continue reading MMRCL shakes Parsi hopes for quick resolution to Metro row
