It’s often the quirks of a community that become its identity and set it apart from the rest. But with India becoming so globalised, are we still that ethno-centric? Yes, says Homi Adjania, the director of Being Cyrus. The quirks of a community are often a tool for incorporating humour in a film. But sometimes… Continue reading Stereotyping Parsis
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Parsis celebrate ‘Pateti’ with fervour
Mumbai, Aug. 20 (PTI): Parsis in the metropolis heralded the Parsi New Year (Pateti), with traditional gaiety and fervour today. Besides visiting friends and relatives, preparation of sweets like suterfenis, ‘jalebis’ and aawa fish topped the agenda of Parsis here. “Pateti is special as we come together with friends and family to celebrate. Also we… Continue reading Parsis celebrate ‘Pateti’ with fervour
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Parsi Food Hub In Bandra
With a municipal vegetable market (Pali Market) nearby and lined with grocery stores, this road is also rather active during the day. After a hard day’s shopping for groceries, people often like to stop by for a bite. And that’s where cozy eating places like Ashmick’s Snack shack comes in. Serving delightful Parsi meals like… Continue reading Parsi Food Hub In Bandra
Why gatecrash a Bawa lagan? Parsi bhonu…
The minute you told someone you were Parsi, they’d crib about how they never got invited to Bawa weddings, their only chance at nirvana after downing Patra ni Machchi. The load on our conscience is off now with restaurants serving traditional Parsi food. On the occasion of Navroze, we tell you where you can eat… Continue reading Why gatecrash a Bawa lagan? Parsi bhonu…
Pateti Mubarak
A celebration of Zoroastrians and their lip-smackers Mumbai, August 19: It may not be accompanied by public ceremonies or street dancing, but Pateti or Parsi New Year is a ‘Mumbai’ kind of day. It’s a day every Zoroastrian looks forward to, and Mumbai loves its Parsis. While a visit to the fire temple and a… Continue reading Pateti Mubarak
