Here’s an entertaining story about Yazdani Bakery and Zend Meherwan Zend that was told to me by the blustery Irani baker who passed away on Sunday. He was my friend. And I knew him from when he was a much younger man. Strapping, with a roaring voice, as crusty as the crackling Brun that Yazdani… Continue reading Zend and the midnight concert at Yazdani
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Co-owner of Fort’s Yazdani Bakery, Zend Meherwan Zend, dies at 86
Food historian Kurush Dalal recalls Zend as the baker who wasn’t afraid to experiment and wished to give his customers quality products. Sitting behind the cash counter or instructing staff by the woodfire oven, Zend Meherwan Zend was synonymous with Yazdani Bakery. He was a regular at the iconic bakery in Fort, even after being… Continue reading Co-owner of Fort’s Yazdani Bakery, Zend Meherwan Zend, dies at 86
Dance pioneer Astad Deboo dies in Mumbai at 73
He once said there was a time when most Indians saw his style as ”too western” while westerners found that it was ”not Indian enough”. Contemporary Indian dancer Astad Deboo, renowned for marrying Kathak and Kathakali into a unique form, died in Mumbai on Thursday, his family said. He was 73. ”He left us in… Continue reading Dance pioneer Astad Deboo dies in Mumbai at 73
A Film on the life of Nani Palkhivala
Nani – The Crusader The film introduces Nani to a generation who never knew him and provides an excellent account of the manifold contributions of this great son of India to the law, business and polity. Click here to watch the film: https://www.imdb.com/video/vi2726146585
Dolly Dastoor: On her 80th birthday, she’s the one giving a gift
We are thrilled to share this article about our amazing friend, philosopher, mentor and guide Dr. Dolly Dastoor. Truly one of a kind. Dr. Dolly Dastoor’s contribution to the field of dementia care has been generous. During her decades as a clinical psychologist, she developed a now-standard assessment tool, brought innovative and compassionate design to… Continue reading Dolly Dastoor: On her 80th birthday, she’s the one giving a gift
The transformer: Zerbanoo Gifford on turning 70
It was a toss-up between a Women’s Forum and a Global Zoroastrian Youth Leaders Forum. Something special was being planned for Zerbanoo Gifford’s 70th birthday on May 11 since the last one year. Article By Farida Master The social entrepreneur and founder of ASHA Centre in the Forest of Dean, England wanted it to be… Continue reading The transformer: Zerbanoo Gifford on turning 70
Meet the multifaceted Indian entrepreneur who is making heads turn: Jimmy Mistry
The entrepreneurial world in India is filled with multitudes of people experimenting with new avenues, revamping the ones we already know and much more. However, very few entrepreneurs have aced the knack of dipping their toe in multiple ventures and sticking to the ones that click. Jimmy Mistry is one of them. The 49-year-old entrepreneur… Continue reading Meet the multifaceted Indian entrepreneur who is making heads turn: Jimmy Mistry
Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw: A Video Interview
Parzor is delighted to see a new audience appreciate the great opportunity we had to record Sam’s world and life through his own words and those of his colleagues and contemporaries. The Field Marshal’s humour and self deprecation had been misunderstood: he had been misquoted- but he was a dear friend and finally agreed to… Continue reading Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw: A Video Interview
Celebrating the Life of Jamshid Jam
The Zoroastrian Society of Ontario via its newsletter informs us of the passing away of Jamshed Jam. Jamshed was a legendary figure in the Zarathushti community in Toronto. ZSO writes…. The Wonderful Life of Jamshid Jam This is to inform you of the peaceful passing away of Jamshid Jam in his home on the night of June… Continue reading Celebrating the Life of Jamshid Jam
