The thing I enjoy doing the most, when I am not studying or volunteering with GC, is going to all the different food places in Victoria.

 I love the fact that even though I am really far from home I still get to enjoy some food from my home country. 

Hailing from the Northern parts of India, Dal Makhani is a simple yet profound concoction of black lentils and beans, simmered to perfection with a medley of spices that warm you from the inside out. 

No matter where life takes me, a bowl of Dal Makhani is all it takes to feel like I’m home again.

“I’m  originally from Brazil.  

 Moving to Canada has allowed me to explore different cuisines. A dish called phở from the other side of the planet would steal my heart and stomach!

Now, my comfort meal consists of a dessert I’ve known for my whole life and a soup that warmly reminds me how food has the power to nourish bodies and souls.”

Half a world away in Victoria, I find comfort in a humble dish that always makes me nostalgic for home: poha.

These flattened rice flakes, mixed with robust Indian spices, diced onions, a dash of lime, and a sprinkle of coriander, bring back memories of lazy mornings in my hometown of Indore. The best part? The crispy noodles, or ‘sev,’ sprinkled on top, adding a perfect crunch to every bite.

 it’s reassuring to know that the ingredients for making poha are mostly available in Victoria. With just a quick 5-10 minutes of cooking, I can recreate the flavors of home with ease.

It’s comforting to know that no matter how far I go, a taste of home is never too far away