Khun is a beautiful fabric, made of cotton but almost appears to be made of silk thanks to the lovely sheen it has. It is traditionally used to make saree blouses and worn as a contrast to the colour and design of the saree. Khun is available in a variety of colours and the more vibrant […]
Vili – the old fashioned way of cutting vegetables
This regal yet slightly ominous looking contraption is a vili – a very old fashioned tool in both my mom and grandmother’s kitchens. The vili was primarily used to cut vegetables. The curved blade would be pulled out in front of the wooden platform. You sat on the wooden platform and cut the vegetables, keeping a plate […]
