Rituals & Recipes

Traditional Foods Were Never “Superfoods.” They Were Survival
Traditional Foods Were Never “Superfoods.” They Were Survival
Traditional South Asian foods existed long before modern wellness trends. This essay explores nourishment, inherited food wisdom, and why “superfoods” were once simply survival foods. Read more...
Why Are Brown Women Only Allowed to Rest When They’re Sick?
Why Are Brown Women Only Allowed to Rest When They’re Sick?
Why do so many brown women struggle to rest without guilt? This essay explores burnout, nourishment, and the inherited pressure to always keep going. Read more...
The Internet Made Wellness Feel Like Homework
The Internet Made Wellness Feel Like Homework
Modern wellness increasingly feels like another task on the to-do list. This essay explores burnout culture, nourishment, and why simpler rituals still matter. Read more...
What Is Gondh? The Ingredient Most People Misunderstand
What Is Gondh? The Ingredient Most People Misunderstand
What is gondh in panjiri? Learn how edible gum transforms when roasted properly — and why texture matters more than most people realize. Read more...
7 Modern Ways to Eat Panjiri Beyond the Spoon
7 Modern Ways to Eat Panjiri Beyond the Spoon
Discover 7 modern ways to eat panjiri beyond the spoon — from yogurt bowls and oatmeal to chai pairings and ice cream toppings. Read more...
Is Panjiri Only for Postpartum Recovery? Why More People Are Eating It Everyday
Is Panjiri Only for Postpartum Recovery? Why More People Are Eating It Everyday
Traditionally associated with postpartum recovery, panjiri is now being rediscovered as an everyday nourishing snack rooted in South Asian tradition. Read more...
What Is Panjiri? Benefits, Ingredients & How to Eat It | GulHaus
What Is Panjiri? Benefits, Ingredients & How to Eat It | GulHaus
Learn what panjiri is, what it’s made with, and how to enjoy this traditional South Asian food in modern everyday routines. Read more...