Category: Behind The Scenes

  • When Nimbholi Falls, the Heart Recalls

    When Nimbholi Falls, the Heart Recalls

    For Habu, a tech-savvy professional working in the fast-paced world of the UAE, life revolves around deadlines, meetings, and digital screens. Every day is measured by notifications, calendars, and time zones. Yet, amidst the towering skylines and modern lifestyle, one humble tree has the power to pause time—a neem tree. Every year, when the neem…

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  • Satvic Swaps – Eat Like A Yogi

    Satvic Swaps – Eat Like A Yogi

    On this International Yoga Day, we explore the profound connection between ancient yogic dietary practices and the theme of Yoga for Healthy Aging. In the yogic tradition, food is not just fuel; it is Prana (life force) that shapes our physical vitality and mental clarity as we age. The Mitahara Principle: Moderation for Longevity Ancient…

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  • A Summer of Seeds: Advika’s Balcony Garden Journey in Gurgaon

    A Summer of Seeds: Advika’s Balcony Garden Journey in Gurgaon

    While most seven-year-olds in Gurgaon were packing their bags for summer trips to their grandmother’s house, Advika was busy on her balcony with a much bigger mission. This summer, she traded travel for a watering can and a lot of patience. The Green Mission Begins It all started in early spring with a school project…

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  • Taste The Tradition – Aam Panna

    Taste The Tradition – Aam Panna

    At The Secret Spices Cafe in Gurgaon, the arrival of June isn’t marked by the rising mercury, but by the clinking of ice in tall, frosted glasses of our signature Aam Panna. The story of our Aam Panna begins in the early morning at the local mandi, where we hand-pick the firmest, tartest raw mangoes. Back in our…

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  • From Chai to Cheer: How The Secret Spices Gives Every Kullhad a Second Life

    From Chai to Cheer: How The Secret Spices Gives Every Kullhad a Second Life

    At The Secret Spices, we believe that sustainability isn’t just a practice—it’s a way of life. Every meal we serve, every celebration we host, and every little detail reflects our commitment to nature. Our philosophy is beautifully captured in three simple words: Reuse. Recycle. Restore. Instead of allowing our earthen chai kullhads to become waste…

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