In a traditional household, the day starts with the soft chiming of a puja (prayer) bell, the scent of incense, and the brewing of chai. The kitchen is the first room to come alive. The aroma of tempering mustard seeds, roasting atta (wheat flour) for flatbreads, and simmering lentils fills the air.
Grandparents, parents, and children share a common kitchen and often a common "purse" or budget. In a traditional household, the day starts with
What Everyday Life in India Is Really Like | by Varun Khadri In a traditional household
: Kitchens become hubs of high-speed activity. Depending on the region, breakfast might be with curd, with chutney, or the scent of incense