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Each of us has our own getaway far away from the ever-busy city life. It can be wandering in the nature seeking for peace that the city has failed to give or spending some quality time with friends and family. For me, one such getaway is food. Food is undoubtedly the best stress buster apart from the several things I do like Painting and Crafting. The reason food has become an emotion rather than just an immense necessity is because of the fact that I have one of the best foodie families. This ritual has started right when I was young. I still remember the restaurant we often visited, and the 6-year-old me called it “The Green Hotel” because of the light green décor the hotel had. My excitement knew no bounds when I learned that we were going to celebrate occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or any special gathering @The Green Hotel. There are exactly two things I discovered there: the cute dwarf tree kept for decoration under the artificial lighting and the amazing Hara Bara Kebab with a cashew nut sticking on the kebab (I was there only for the cashew nut though :P). Another thing I was always ready to eat was Pav Bhaji. The love for Pav Bhaji cannot be expressed in plain words. I still jump when I realize that Mom is making Pav Bhaji, the feeling is just out of the world. There are a series of things that are constantly happening at the table, the exchange of glances eagerly waiting for the food to arrive, the talks, or sharing food (rather love) among each one of us. That is special. And let me tell you this feeling is not restricted to just one cuisine. We are diehard fans for South Indian food too be it Vada Sambhar, Idli Sambhar, Masala Dosa, or Filter Coffee. The South Indian blood runs in our veins and seems to be just inseparable. It really becomes insignificant if you have savored Masala dosa and ended it without having a cup of coffee (similar to no icing on the cake…haha). For me, the importance of enjoying food begins when the concentration level is 100%, and there are absolutely no distractions. Therefore it (FOOOOD) always lets me forget the immediate worries that are running in my head and helps me enjoy the moment. I have always practiced this mantra when I am really confused or indecisive; this definitely has worked every single time. For example, Going out for ice-cream just a day before my final project presentation or dinner at my favorite restaurant. Also, this is possible only at the cost of calories, sometimes you got to let your happiness be measured in calories and do not forget to burn them. ALWAYS!!!!


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