by Malini Banerjee | Apr 17, 2026 | Useful Links |
When planning a vacation, one of the first decisions travelers face is whether to hit the road or fly the skies. Both means of travel offer distinct advantages and cater to different preferences and circumstances. In this article, we will explore the benefits of both...
by Malini Banerjee | Apr 6, 2026 | Useful Links |
In recent years, home gardening has witnessed a resurgence as people increasingly value fresh, delicious, and safe foods. With numerous advantages going beyond just harvesting, cultivating a garden at home serves as a multifaceted solution to modern dietary needs and...
by Malini Banerjee | Apr 3, 2026 | Useful Links |
There’s a strange kind of uncertainty that comes with train travel in India. Not loud, not dramatic—just quietly sitting there in the background. A ticket gets booked, everything looks fine, and then that small detail shows up. Waiting list. RAC. Something that...
by Madhushree Basu Roy | Mar 19, 2026 | Food, Foodblog |
When we started the blog, it was about documenting Anindya’s travel images and the stories behind those journeys. Over time, it slowly became about food. Then it became a diary of our lives. Something that Tugga and Brishti could come back to one day and read about...
by Anindya | Mar 18, 2026 | Useful Links |
A Tuesday Craving No One Plans For Fish can never be an option in a Bengali family. It is the main part of the meal. So when a craving for Bhetki Paturi comes suddenly on a Tuesday and the local market is closed, you get pissed off. You want fresh bhetki, not a random...
by Madhushree Basu Roy | Mar 18, 2026 | Food, Foodblog |
Think cabbage in a Bengali kitchen, and the first dish that usually comes to mind is bandhakopir ghonto. Soft, comforting, lightly sweet, and often cooked with peas and potatoes. Sometimes we add fish head and call it macher matha diye badhakopir ghonto. But this one...
by Malini Banerjee | Mar 13, 2026 | Useful Links |
Beginner’s Guide to Exploring India Like a Pro India is a land of incredible contrasts, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern innovation, and where every corner tells a different story. For first-time visitors, the sheer diversity can feel...
by Malini Banerjee | Mar 10, 2026 | Useful Links |
In today’s fast-paced world, food is more than just nourishment—it’s comfort, convenience, entertainment, and even identity. From weeknight takeout to casual dining spots and quick delivery apps, Americans have embraced restaurant culture and ready-made meals as part...
by Madhushree Basu Roy | Mar 9, 2026 | Food, Foodblog |
My dear baby, I know you are going to hate me for this and you will probably say, why Mumma, why did you have to write this on the blog, and I can already imagine the eye roll, but this way it stays somewhere forever, tucked away in a corner of the internet for you to...
by Malini Banerjee | Feb 27, 2026 | Useful Links |
Red sunsets over the vineyards, the aroma of Carménère mixing with the salty breeze from the Pacific Ocean, and the endless Andean peaks on the horizon. Chile knows how to surprise. But the real magic begins when you leave the tourist trails behind and set out on your...
Pikturenama is a blog about our travel and food escapades along with stories to share through photography. 
