My mother-in-law is well aware of my roadside-french-fries addiction, and unlike most people, she allows me to indulge. In fact, she would often get me a box on her way Continue Reading
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RajanKaKarachi ep.3 – Raat ki Rani
I collected my luggage, and started walking towards the exit. My excitement was at the forefront again, and I was eagerly waiting to see my parents. It had been too Continue Reading
RajanKaKarachi ep.2 – Do you live in Gulistan-e-Johar?
“As-salamu alaykum,” I said cheerfully. “Wa-Alaikum-Salaam” he said, while accepting my passport. “You have three passports!” the immigration officer stated the obvious, as I handed him my passport to be Continue Reading
RajanKaKarachi ep.1 – please faasla rakhein
I was standing in the queue for immigration and security at The Jinnah International Airport. I had landed on the Pakistani soil just a few minutes earlier, and my eyes Continue Reading
What does the royal visit of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge really mean for Pakistan?
So, the royal stay has ended and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have departed from Pakistan. For last 5 days, my Instagram has been flooded with images from their Continue Reading
12 tips to survive and thrive in Germany (esp if you are a Pakistani or Indian)
I have been a German resident for 3 years and 9 months, as of today. It has been a ride like no other. 2016 was the hardest year of my Continue Reading
Lux Style Awards 2019 – Red Carpet Moments and Winners
Last night, some of Pakistani entertainment industry’s brightest stars made their way to Karachi Expo Center for Lux Style Awards 2019. The star power, however substantial, was rather limited. Also, Continue Reading
If you are going to shop at Lahori Ink, please read this first
I thought over whether I should write about my experience with Lahori Ink or not, for days. Ultimately, I decided to go ahead with it because that’s what I do. Continue Reading
Celeb Eid outfits that I want to wear ALL SUMMER LONG
Fashion game in Pakistan this Eid was strong. Many preferred white and pastel over bright and embroidered, and it made the fashion critic in me so happy. What’s even better Continue Reading
Your Eidi from Cherry Mama has arrived!
It’s that time of the year again. It’s Eid. Many look forward to it with exemplary gusto; me, not so much. And I haven’t, for a couple of years now. Continue Reading