Letter from the editor: December 2020
As we draw closer towards the end of the year 2020, December has me looking in retrograde upon the year in its entirety as something …
Top 10 Bollywood Music Countdown
#1 – Deedar De | Chhalaang Vishal & Shekhar The top requested song is the sizzling party track – Deedar De. The classic track is …
Siona Benjamin’s Beautiful Blue World
Lassi with Lavina/The Indian SCENE Siona Benjamin’s people are not black or white or brown – they are a vivid turquoise blue; the color of …
Recipe: A Soft and Classic Banana Bread
This recipe is easily one of my most loved and cherished recipes when it comes to planning the perfect holiday feast for friends and family. …
Q&A: Samir Thaker on breaking through the mainstream DJ scene and carving a niche as DJ Samir
An entrepreneur at heart, Samir Thaker always found ways to earn extra spending cash. His journey into the entertainment world started when he was just …
Recipe: An Incredibly Quick yet Heavenly Chocolate Barfi
There are numerous variations to the traditional dessert, ‘barfi’. This popular milk-based dessert from the Indian sub-continent is thoroughly enjoyed as a type of coconut, …
15-year-old Aanya Patel Aims to Eliminate Period Poverty
Aanya Patel is just like any other high school sophomore. She is a member of her school band, is part of the volleyball team and …
Sunita Dass’ Diwali Makeup Look
Diwali is a time of new beginnings wherein our thoughts turn to love and light! I created this makeup look using a few old favorites …
Recipe: A Luscious Indian Egg Curry with Chickpeas and Coconut milk
As a busy mother of two kids, I am always looking for ways to incorporate protein into my children’s diet as well as mine. It …
NextGen college tours: Why Julie Jaipati chose University of Chicago
With campuses closed to visits from prospective college students, The Indian SCENE is bringing the college experience to you. This time, The Indian SCENE spoke …