A cup of Assam Tea

If I say NYC is full of wonders it will be an understated statement. Every time I visit the city, something new awaits to surprise me. Whereas this multifaceted city is considered one the most expensive city in the world, there are so many things in the city that you can do without spending a penny and experience the quintessential NYC vibes.  Here you go  Central Park - Don't know how many years I have been visiting Central Park. The quaint and lush green park in the spring and summer, vivid leaves in fall, and solitary winter every season is unique visiting this park. I love the contrast of the park, the skyscrapers on the backdrop, and the wide greenery spread across amidst the hustle and bustle. Not just tourists but New Yorkers find solace in their claustrophobic city life. Jog, walk, picnic, or inhale a fresh breath of air. The answer is Central Park.  There are numerous viewpoints, lakes, bridges, gardens, terraces, and sculptures, to name just a few.  Brookly...

  \ It’s not Van Gogh’s starry night but one fabulous crisp, clear February day in NYFW, full of inspirations and aspirations in the Runway Show of  Kevan Hall design  In NYFW F/W23. Thrilled to witness his creation and meet him in person. Precisely known as a red carpet designer, inimitable Kevan Hall designs not just strike on the runway but graced Michelle Obama, Celine Dion, Selma Hayek, Anne Hathaway, Vanessa Williams, and Taraji P. Henson.  His latest Fall Winter 2023 show, FACETED, was inspired by Shirley Bassey’s song “Diamonds Are Forever.” Kevan Hall’s fall collection was a tribute to 1950s glamor. His collection truly represents the mileage of class and glamour. With Jet black elegant gowns, sophisticated tweed sets, ageless emerald, and opulent magenta, everything defined the 50s and 60s glamour galore with a very contemporary take defined with dainty details and stellar craftsmanship. Detroit-born designer Hall's NYFW F/W 23 was held in the 3 West C...

Can't believe we are in the 3rd week of February. February is one of the most important months of the year in my life as I was born this month and I gave birth to my son. And from the last year, it has been more special as I am attending NYFW. For every fashion blogger, attending NYFW is not just a fun event but also a lot of learning and unlearning and exposure to a whole lot of creative genius, whether a designer, blogger, stylist, or model, just name it. This year also, I attended Global Fashion Collective in NYFW. Global Fashion Collective is synonymous with bringing talented designers to NYFW from around the Globe. NOLO  This season, we are amazed at the presentation of NOLO, a designer from Mexico who displayed a mix of adult and kids' fashion wear. From earthy tones to neon and bright oranges adorned in his collection. Luis Corrales, better known as Manolo, is the emergent head designer of the NOLO brand based in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. He was inspired by NYC Stree...

When you lose someone as close as your dad, even the festive season feels incomplete. After my Dad passed away in 2020, it took us time to start celebrating the festivities. However, life goes on even with the absolute truth that you continue to miss someone while celebrating. This is the festive season in Assam, and here in my home in New England, we continue celebrating Magh Bihu. As busy as teenagers' parents, activities entirely occupied us this weekend, no exception. We could not attend any of the functions the Assamese community celebrated. However, we celebrated at home by preparing some festive dishes and sharing them with family precious. And, of course, no festivity is complete without wearing a mekhela chadar. I got this pair a couple of years back with a sustainable brand called Natural by Anuradha. A burgundy silk mekhela chadar with Eri silk motifs on it. A casual stay-home look with minimal make-up except for red lips and loosely tied hair bun. Hope you all like th...

  First of all, I wish you all a very happy New Year! Staying more than 20 years in Connecticut, my home, we psyched up to visit or unfold something new every season. Today, the 1st day of 2023, we visited the Lobster tree trap in the shoreline town of Stonington. An amazing and awe-inspiring 35-foot-tall tree with more than 420 buoys and lobster traps honoring fishing culture, painted by 40 Stonington children and 100-plus other incredible artists.   It was a wonderful visit, and discovering all the hand-painted buoys was unique. There are 15 such trees in New England. Visiting this Lobster trap tree not only provides a great photo opportunity but also allows you to appreciate all the artists who created the buoys and pay homage to all the people associated with the fishing culture.  The Stonington Lobster Trap Tree is funded by the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce, a non-profit organization. If you would like to get involved, there is an opportunity to make a do...

    The month of December always transports me back to my hometown, to the delightful years of growing up, holding my deuta's hand, walking around in the book fairs, and visiting different book stalls. The crisp scent of those books is still in my mind, so fresh. Reviving and reliving those winter December days, we visited RJ Julia's Bookseller, an independent bookstore. Visiting an independent bookstore is an experience, one and unique. Set on the serene shoreline of Connecticut in the charming town of Madison, RJ Julia's Bookseller offers a diverse selection of books for adults and children, catering to a wide range of interests.  Serving for more than 30 years, this two-story bookstore with its delightful and helpful staff genuinely feels blessed to have visitors. Additionally, a charming and cozy cafe offers delicious sandwiches, soups, tasty desserts, tea, coffee, and refreshing cold beverages. I had artichoke and spinach dip with tortilla chips, and hubs had Paninis...