Moving from Mumbai to Oslo

In 1987, my husband and I embarked on a life-changing adventure. Just six weeks after our wedding, we packed our bags and moved to Oslo, Norway, ready to start our life together in a completely new setting. The move was bittersweet. It meant leaving behind the comfort of our families, the warmth of lifelong friendships,…

From Xavier’s to Cadbury’s

Photo credit : https://xaviers.ac/ A Strong Educational Foundation My schooling years were steeped in the cultural and historical influences of Mumbai’s Portuguese and British heritage. I attended St. Teresa’s Convent High School for my primary and secondary education, followed by St. Xavier’s College for my higher studies. It was during this time that my curiosity…

Goan dessert special – Bebinca

Bebinca is a Portuguese inspired dessert that is made for Christmas or any big celebration in Goa. Today, Goan people all over the world make them on order and ship them out to you. This dessert is like a Basque cheesecake, with coconut milk instead of cream cheese. This Sunday we made bebinca for dessert…