Global GluttonMeal Sharing — The Kindness of StrangersContrary to popular belief, I think people step out of their comfort zones when they are by themselves. We tend to form groups with…Nov 7, 20161Nov 7, 20161
Global GluttonFood-Prints — Episode 1: KafickoEven though most people have disagreed with me whenever I have said this, I stand by my observation that two men of dissimilar nature and…Jun 19, 20161Jun 19, 20161
Global GluttonFood Pilgrimage — The Panchgani Parsi TrailA. The Lure In an earlier post, I had mentioned Amitav Ghosh and his epic research on each facet of life in the times he sets his novels…Mar 10, 20161Mar 10, 20161
Global GluttonBonding at Buna EthiopianWhen we played “Name the Capital” back in school, to test others’ knowledge and show off our own, Ethiopia was one of the trump cards. But…Jun 10, 2015Jun 10, 2015
Global GluttonScandinavigationSometimes, a change of place coincides with a wayward swing of mood. I moved citywards to Los Angeles from Monterey Park under similar…Jun 2, 2015Jun 2, 2015
Global GluttonAnd The Cheesecake FactorySometimes, one interest comes to the rescue of another. I was once discussing cheesecakes with a friend, who dabbles in amateur singing. A…May 27, 2015May 27, 2015
Global GluttonThe Irrawady Still FlowsMa Cho’s stall consisted of a couple of benches, sheltered beneath the stilts of a bamboo-walled hut. She did her cooking sitting by an…May 17, 2015May 17, 2015
Global GluttonTable for one, please.In a stagnant life largely devoid of significance, direction or purpose, it is difficult to talk about something substantial. It is also…May 2, 2015May 2, 2015