Column: The Good Life: for Mint Lounge
Enchanted by Namma Bangalore
As A Proud Bangalorean, I Was Enchanted By ‘Namma Bangalore’ In the bustling heart of Bangalore, where the traffic hums and the markets echo with myriad voices, Shoba Narayan beckons readers into the soul of this metropolis in her latest work, “Namma Bangalore: The Soul of Metropolis.” As a proud Bangalorean, I eagerly embarked on this literary journey, ready to explore the city’s essence through Narayan’s lens. With eloquence and charm, she unfolds the diverse tapestry of Bangalore, offering not just a guide but a heartfelt ode to the city’s spirit. In this book review, let me give you [...]
Hindustan Times: Jungian psychology
For the last decade three areas have dominated my life: psychology, mythology and nature.
Wisdom Circle: Spending Money
In my thirties, I used to gather with a group of friends. The most frequent topic of discussion was how much we needed to save in order to retire.
Coonoor & Co: The Art of Perfume
Here is a piece I wrote about perfumes and perfumery for Coonoor & Co, a platform founded and run by my friend, Ramya Reddy. Please click on the link given in the story and read it in the Coonoor & Co website-- the visuals are beautiful.
Indian Express wrote about Namma Bangalore
Namma Bangalore book launch at The Park hotel Bengaluru
Hindustan Times: Kannada characters in Bollywood
When I saw Rocky Rani…Kahani, the thought occurred: when will a Kannadiga character populate a mainstream Bollywood movie?
Condenast Traveller India: Bangalore Beer
I am a relatively new beer drinker but the craft beers in Bangalore are fresh and terrific. This piece examines why Bangalore has become hub of beer in India.
Hindustan Times: Goddess Energy in the City
About navratri, Aachar & Co-- kannada film, and free bus tickets for women by the government.
Hindustan Times: Is beer the butter chicken of India?
If beer were a dish, what would it be? Here I make a case for a dish I have never eaten: butter chicken.
Birding Costa Rica | Condenast Traveler US |
An adventure trip in Costa Rica with white-water rafting, searching for the Resplendent Quetzal bird, and traveling through the cloud forest.









