Zara-Omie

We usually think of water as something we drink when we’re thirsty.

Feb 19 • Leena Mahtani

Stationery-Adjacent

Zara insists she’s eaten nothing, just picked up some notebooks.

Feb 10 • Leena Mahtani

The Pakora Detour

Zara can’t resist the smell of sizzling pakoras from a street-side vendor and decides to treat herself.

Feb 6 • Leena Mahtani

Who’s Who in Zara’s World

ZARA The curious human host.

Jan 23 • Leena Mahtani

The Achar Crisis

If you’ve ever loved something just a little too much, you’ll recognize this moment instantly.

Jan 20 • Leena Mahtani

Resolution Reality Check

Every January, we make promises that sound impressive… and feel exhausting almost immediately.

Jan 9 • Leena Mahtani

Family Countdown

Not every New Year’s Eve has to be loud, glittery, or filled with confetti.

Dec 31, 2025 • Leena Mahtani

The kitchen smells like sugar and cardamom.

Dec 23, 2025 • Leena Mahtani

Holiday classrooms are full of small magic.

Dec 21, 2025 • Leena Mahtani

The Microbe Reunion

When cultures come home.

Dec 2, 2025 • Leena Mahtani

The Things We Do to Heal

The messy side of getting better.

Nov 27, 2025 • Leena Mahtani

A tiny debate about food and feelings.

Nov 21, 2025 • Leena Mahtani

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