Happy Diwali from Some of Your Favorite Celebrities
Millions of Hindus around the world are celebrating Diwali this weekend and South Asian celebrities are no exception. We’ve compiled some of our favorite celebrity … Read more
The Aerogram’s Quick Picks of the Week: Writer and Journalist Amitava Kumar
Each week, we’re asking different writers, artists and others to share some of their current favorites. This week we feature picks from Amitava Kumar. 1. Ambedkar: … Read more
The Aerogram’s Guide to Horribly Racist South Asian Halloween Costumes
Halloween is upon us! It’s the season for witches, goblins, Disney princesses, Miley Cyrus “Wrecking Ball”-inspired costumes, and if you’re like many people with no … Read more
When a Bowl of Rice and Pickle is a Ticket Home
At 2 a.m. on a cold, damp weeknight, the highway that connects Washington, D.C., to its Virginia suburbs was nearly empty. I had the run … Read more
The Aerogram’s Quick Picks of the Week: Librarian and Writer Kim Nayyer
Each week, we’re asking different writers, artists and others to share some of their current favorites. This week we feature picks from Kim Nayyer. My … Read more
The Aerogram’s Quick Picks of the Week: Poet and Activist Purvi Shah
Each week, we’re asking different writers, artists and others to share some of their current favorites. This week we’re featuring poet and activist Purvi Shah. … Read more
Coming Out and Everything After
Do you have a few min to talk? My heart dropped. My dad’s text message — sent in the middle of the day on a weekday … Read more
The Aerogram’s Quick Picks of the Week: Photographer Preston Merchant
Each week, we’re asking different writers, artists and others to share some of their current favorites. This week we feature picks from photographer Preston Merchant. … Read more
The Aerogram’s Quick Picks of the Week: Activist and Storyteller Tanzila ‘Taz’ Ahmed
Each week, we’re asking different writers, artists and others to share some of their current favorites. This week we feature picks from Tanzila “Taz” Ahmed. … Read more
‘Breaking Barfi’ and Reflections on South Asian Eating Habits
Growing up as an Indian American, food has always been a major topic of discussion in our family. My mom has always enjoyed preparing some … Read more
