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About Meghana Harikumar

Meghana Harikumar is the founder and editor of Balcony Stories Media Network, a Bengaluru-based publication launched in 2020. She spent ten years as a full-time journalist before moving into marketing and social media. Her work explores food, travel, culture and the people behind the stories.

Food & Drink , Recipes
October 14, 2026

A Festive Table Worth Staying Home For: Ten Navratri Food Ideas to Try

Illustrative festive table with samak tikkis, sabudana appe, masala milk and ragi tacos

From golden samak tikkis to makhana kheer and coconut ladoos, discover ten festive food ideas from chefs, a nutritionist and Organic India.

Food & Drink
October 13, 2026

Bengaluru, Learn Their Names: The Women Behind Your Next Favourite Meal

Illustrative image of women chefs preparing food in a kitchen

You know the restaurant. You remember the dish. Now, meet the women behind them. This International Chefs Day, discover ten chefs bringing fresh ideas, regional knowledge and serious craft to Bengaluru’s tables.

Fashion
October 13, 2026

Soch Festive 2026 Makes a Case for Dressing Up in Indian Craft

Soch Festive 2026 collection featuring green and yellow ensembles and a gold saree

Shimmering tissue, jewel-toned zari and expressive prints bring a fresh fashion mood to the season of celebrations.

Entertainment
October 8, 2026

Beyond the Memes: The Nana Patekar I Want to Remember

Nana Patekar speaking at IFFI Goa in 2017

From Welcome’s wonderfully exasperated Uday Shetty to the emotional world of Natsamrat, seven Nana Patekar movies that deserve more than a passing moment on our feeds.

Entertainment
October 6, 2026

New OTT Releases This Week: From Carrie to Mandaadi, What to Watch on October 5–11

The cast of Matchbox The Movie at the Apple Original Films screening in Mexico City

Six new films and series arriving on Netflix, Prime Video and Apple TV from October 5–11, 2026, from Carrie and Mandaadi to Animals and Matchbox The Movie.

Travel
October 6, 2026

A Different Kind of Coffee Break: The Serai Chikmagalur and the Pleasure of Slowing Down

Aerial view of The Serai Chikmagalur surrounded by its green coffee estate

Coffee-country walks, private spaces, Malnad meals and the pleasure of slowing down at The Serai Chikmagalur.

Fashion
October 5, 2026

Beyond the Gym: Sawsee’s Founder on Playwear, Better Fit and Making Room for Movement

Mahi Mohan, founder of Sawsee, seated beside a rack of colourful playwear.

Sawsee founder Mahi Mohan talks about designing for Indian women, testing fabrics and building a self-funded playwear brand that makes room for movement beyond the gym.

Food & Drink
October 3, 2026

Burrata, Focaccia and a Bengaluru Friendship: The Sara & Candice Italian Sandwich

Vegetarian Sara & Candice Italian Sandwich with burrata, grilled vegetables and arugula in focaccia.

Soft focaccia, creamy burrata and pistachio butter bring two Bengaluru food brands together. A review of the limited-edition Sara & Candice Italian Sandwich, available until October 14.

Entertainment , Fashion
September 30, 2026

Aishwarya Rai and the Art of Being Unmistakable

Aishwarya Rai wearing a velvet Yara Shoemaker ensemble at Le Défilé L’Oréal Paris in September 2026.

From dramatic Cannes gowns to her latest Paris appearance, Aishwarya Rai offers a compelling lesson in building a style that remains recognisably yours.

Fashion , Fashion News
September 29, 2026

Evierose’s The Vacation Club: Five Pieces for a Wardrobe in Holiday Mode

Model wearing Evierose’s blue Krista maxi dress with pink bead neckline

Colour, movement and silhouettes with a sense of occasion: Evierose’s The Vacation Club brings together five pieces for resort escapes, sunset dinners and a wardrobe in holiday mode.

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