You are not truly Indian until you have argued about the correct way to eat a masala dosa (folding it like a taco vs. tearing it) or whether pav bhaji should have cheese (the purists say no; the youth says yes).

Indian culture is a kaleidoscope of traditions, flavors, and values that have evolved over five millennia. To understand the lifestyle that stems from this heritage, one must look past the stereotypes and explore the intricate balance between ancient roots and a rapidly modernizing society.

—teaching us to slow down and find peace in the chaos.

Indian home lifestyle content is currently dominated by "India Modern"—a style that uses clean, contemporary lines paired with soulful Indian accents like brass lamps, hand-painted Pichwai art, or block-printed linens.