Author: The Lassi Bloggers

The Masai people invite you to breakfast – without leaving home! A chance to see them in their home environment and support them too.

Four artistes tell you all about love: As Simmi Chopra Bhatia, executive director of SAMMA says, “A musical theater of this sort has never been done.”

As an insider in this world of discovering new places, it’s his passion to share the blueprints of the road less traveled and the how-tos of his adventures. Today Harsh has circled the world several times, apexed Mt. Kilimanjaro thrice and knows certain far-flung places like the back of his hand.

In the high-tech and fast-paced world we live in, summer camp is one of the last few respites for children to avoid technology and escapes where they can be kids.

Monica Lund, a young working professional and mom to two kids in Long Island, juggles a lot of different roles and responsibilities both at home and the workplace. How does she do it all and find engaging options for her kids during the summer? She gleefully says, “It’s Pierce!” It is a hidden gem and a great resource for families.

This Diwali are you longing for the special holiday vibes experienced only in Indian cities and towns? Do you hanker for the mithais made by the women of the house, the unique taste of home and the touch of the individual hand?
Do you also miss the hustle and bustle of the mithai shops, the crowds waiting to buy the ready-made sweets made by the halwais?

Immigrants often cry for the moon – for the lost rhythms of a disappeared homeland, for loved, remembered sounds and tastes. Well, this summer season, a full golden moon is coming right into their embrace in the shape of Drive East, a unique festival of the arts which brings music and dance from across India into their New York neighborhood.

While slowly the arts of India have infiltrated the US, some dance traditions are rarer than others. When did you last see Sattriya, the 600-year-old dance from the Vaishnavite monasteries of Northeast India, live in New York? This wonderful dance form is just one of many which will be showcased in Navatman’s Drive East concerts.
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Gods and kings, past and present, tradition and modernity all merged in ‘Mystic India: The World Tour’ at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark, New Jersey. This was the first Broadway style Bollywood inspired extravaganza to debut at NJPAC.

For many young Indian-Americans the show was a reaffirmation of their culture and for mainstream Americans it was an introduction to the vibrant colors, dance and music of India. The show, created by Amit Shah and the Aatma Performing Arts, features passionate dancers, musicians, and acrobats.

Missing India? Love Bollywood? Want to know more about the music and dance of different regions of the home country?

Well, now you can travel back to India without a passport or air-ticket – by way of New Jersey!

Imagine over 60 dancers, acrobats and musicians taking you on a wonderful journey to India, fueled by music and dance. The event is Mystic India: The World Tour at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s Prudential Hall on March 8th for one performance only, by the noted choreographer Amit Shah, director of Aatma Performing Arts.
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Have you always wanted to have a fabulous, grand slam Big Fat Indian Wedding but have been stopped by one minor detail – the fact that you still haven’t found a significant other, bride or groom?

Well, no worries – entrepreneur Preeti Shah has taken care of that too! She has an innovative concept – Shaadi Chic – a creative bridal expo where you not only catch up on all the latest wedding trends and flavors but also get a chance to perhaps meet the right person to have that wedding with!

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Is there a desi who doesn’t love to dance? Indeed, dance moves and music are embedded in our DNA!
Knowing that, Lufthansa, the International Carrier with the local touch, has launched a fun MoveWithUs promotion with a dedicated microsite to maximize the fun of the upcoming Holiday Season for the whole family.

And now – here are the top 10 reasons for joining in the celebration of Indian dance at Lufthansa’s LH.com/MoveWithUs
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Where does that gorgeous Indian outfit go after you’ve worn it? I think all of us have faced this dilemma – spending a fortune on an Indian ensemble and not wanting to repeat it again. What do you do with such ornate outfits and how do you get new ones without spending more money?

Dina Patel, a very successful investment banker has used her business smarts to come up with the perfect solution for you! Turning entrepreneur, she’s created Didi’s Wardrobe – a reseller of new and gently used Indian clothing and accessories – in America!
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There was a time many years ago when Indian-Americans had to travel to India to get their holiday outfits, music and jewelry – or at least drive down to the nearest Little India, which may have been miles away, depending on which part of the US you lived in. Now times have changed and your India fix is a click away, thanks to eBay.
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Hard to believe but true – a whopping three billion cups of tea are consumed daily worldwide. Indeed, if there’s one drink that no South Asian can resist, it’s a cup of steaming hot desi chai! Festive snacks and sweets need the perfect sip to magnify the celebrations. Now Lufthansa has brewed just the perfect holiday campaign – a dedicated micro site which is a platform to bring together family and friends for the holiday season.

Here are the top 10 reasons for visiting Lufthansa’s Virtual ChaiLounge…

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