From a Sapling to a Flourishing Tree: The Story of Ecstasy Chocolates 

“They say that every towering tree begins as a tiny seed buried beneath the soil, waiting for the right moment to sprout. My journey—my dream—was much the same.” 

For years, it lay dormant, hidden beneath the daily routine of motherhood and household responsibilities, unnoticed even by me. And then, one seemingly ordinary evening in 2001, a small nudge changed everything. 

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How I got my laurels

I have heard this story from my parents. Before my birth, a wise man from Patan, Gujarat, Chhaya Shastri, who predicted the future by seeing your shadow, told my father that he will have a daughter who will be vidushi (intelligent, brilliant).  Continue reading

Sweetistry: Baked with Love

Baking has always been more than just mixing flour, sugar, and eggs. It is an art, a science, and most importantly, a form of self-expression. My journey with Sweetistry began long before I even realized it—back in my teenage years when I was utterly…

THE ATELIER WITHIN

Beauty lies in the eyes of the creator.  Beholder… as you would correct. But for a young, passionate designer who breathes designs and whose soul is woven from fabrics, it lies in the eyes of the creator. Each day, seated in my atelier studio,…

Whisper that saved me

I broke my finger to fix my life.  It was 5 am and I was calling Vibha Ben frantically hoping she was awake and would pick up the call. I had forgotten she woke up way before that to finish her own household chores…

The Privilege of Choice

True happiness lies in the freedom to make our own choices. The ability to choose fuels our passions and gives us the courage to take on challenges and thrive. I have always believed that the power to choose is one of the greatest privileges…

The Chrysalis Within

They say a butterfly’s journey begins in the dark wrapped tightly in its cocoon, struggling against the walls that seem impossible to break. I was once that caterpillar, crawling through life with wings I didn’t know I had.  Continue reading

Shakti & Maa: The Woman I Became 

I have always believed that life is a journey, much like that of a migratory bird. A bird that soars through changing landscapes, adapting to new environments, and finding warmth and shelter even in the most unexpected places. My journey, too, has been one…

Echoes of her love: A Daughter’s journey home.

Echoes of her love: A Daughter’s journey home. “Before December 9, 2016, I celebrated my birthday on November 22 every year.” My life was a picture of joy, laughter, and love—a well-lit home where every corner resonated with warmth. My mother was the heart…
and the camers flashed

AND THE CAMERAS FLASHED.

My left hand tapped at the alarm clock. Slipping my feet into my purple slippers, I stepped out of the room. In the adjacent room, lights were on, the TV showed a blue screen, Dad was snoring. Looking at the usual vacant bed beside…