Articles by Pooja Thakkar

May madness: a bloom of chaos & joy

May in Noblesville is like December in disguise – only swap out the Christmas lights for sunshine, peonies, and a whirlwind of end-of-the-school-year chaos. We’re only halfway through the month,…


Maa ka food – Mom Magic

Mother’s Day always brings a swirl of emotions for me. I’ve been thinking so much about my mom lately – her love, her magic, and especially her food. Growing up,…




The power of shared meals

A taste of community at Still Waters Day Center Still Waters Adult Day Center is more than a place of care – it is a sanctuary of connection, dignity, and…




When flavors meet, hearts connect!

It wasn’t love at first sight, but it was surely food at first bite. My husband and I were strangers when our extended families brought us together, but the moment…


From my kitchen to my village

When I came to the States 18 long years ago, I didn’t know anything about the people, culture, lifestyle, or family values. The only thing I knew was how to…