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Vegan writer | B2B content for plant-based brands | Storytelling through food, travel & culture | Sharing insights, essays & all things vegan 🌱✍️ #TheWriteTwist
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Travelling alone as a single woman in India still sparks an odd kind of curiosity—whether I’m in a taxi, at work, or halfway up a mountain in Japan. But every solo travel journey remains both empowering and quietly revealing.
#solofemaletraveller #solofemaletravel

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The Curious Case of the Single Woman Traveller
A personal essay on solo female travel in India—curious questions, perceptions, and why being single, and travelling solo is unusual to many.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:30 AM
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This is a question I get asked a lot, so I decided to write about it.
#solotraveller #solotravelling #solofemaletraveller

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How to plan your first solo trip
Planning your first solo trip? Learn how to choose the right place, stay safe, and embrace the joy of travelling alone.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:45 AM
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It’s World Vegan Day, and I thought it’s a good time to reflect on my journey of being vegan in India for almost 6 years now and pen down the lessons that I’ve learnt along the way.
#veganwriter #veganliving #worldveganday

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6 lessons I’ve learnt from being a vegan in India for 6 years
It’s World Vegan Day, a good time to reflect on my journey of being vegan in India for almost 6 years and pen down the lessons I’ve learnt.
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November 1, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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I’m planning to go back to Vietnam just to eat. Yes, you heard that right — I want to go to Vietnam just to eat.

When I visited in 2022, I didn’t expect much as a vegan traveller. But I was proven wrong in the most delicious way.
#veganwriter #vegantraveller

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Vegan Food in Vietnam - Why I want to go back just to eat
Discover the joy of being vegan in Vietnam — flavorful street food, rich curries, and dishes that make you want to return just to eat.
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October 27, 2025 at 5:16 AM
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How I fell in love with Indrayani rice

#veganwriter #veganfood #veganstories

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An Ode to Indrayani Rice
The first time I tasted Indrayani rice, it felt like a childhood memory, warm and slightly sticky. It clung to my fingers and to my heart.
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October 9, 2025 at 6:34 AM
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Imagine a riot of bright colours. The heart-thumping sound of the drums, energised chants accompanying it and groups of people moving to its rhythm. It’s an adrenaline rush like no other – it’s the Ganpati festival in Pune.
So, should you attend this festival?
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Why You Should (and Shouldn’t) Visit the Ganpati Festival in Pune
Experience the Ganpati festival in Pune—vibrant traditions, and devotion in the air, with a unique Maharashtrian touch.
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August 30, 2025 at 5:54 AM
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When you think of Mumbai, the first thing that comes to mind is high-rises and crowded streets. But what if I told you there is a forest right in the middle of all the chaos. Would you like to explore it?
#naturelover #forestlover

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In the City’s Heart, a Forest Beats
Discover the wild heart of Mumbai in Sanjay Gandhi National Park—a rare urban forest where nature thrives within city limits.
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July 21, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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When a plumber's visit to fix a leaky tap led to a quiet spiritual lesson.
#lifelessons

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When the Plumber Unknowingly Taught me a Spiritual Lesson
A plumber's visit to fix a leaky tap unexpectedly led to a quiet spiritual lesson about clearing inner clutter and letting life flow freely.
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July 14, 2025 at 8:12 AM
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My vegan journey has been an interesting one, figuring out what to replace and how to replace it (especially my favourite dishes) without missing out on the taste. This is one such story. Give it a read!

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Sour, Sweet, Vegan - My Pachadi Love Story By Shinu Ramachandran
Growing up in a Malayali house, we all had our favourites. Mine was parippu curry, along with papadum and pachadi. This is what I look forward to every Vishu and Onam. But this year, when Vishu was ro...
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June 13, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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What does travel mean to you?

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I am a wanderer, not a traveller
What does travel mean to you? To me, it is a deeply personal experience of meeting pieces of myself in different places.
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May 31, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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I would definitely try the mango coconut chia pudding. Which one would you try?
#veganwriter #writer #veganfood

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7 Unusual Plant-Based Breakfasts To Try In 2025
Stumped on your morning meal? Look at these unusual plant-based breakfast ideas for high protein or just plain tasty recipes.
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May 7, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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Another piece of mine got published in Goya Journal and I am absolutely thrilled. Give it a read.
#writer #foodwriter

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Don’t Tell My Grandma: I Made Puttu with Millet — GOYA
The beauty of puttu lies in its simplicity. It is made with two ingredients abundant in the fertile land of Kerala — rice and coconuts. Shinu Ramachandran attempts to tweak this beloved Kerala classic...
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April 30, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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As a vegan traveller, I love visiting markets. They tell you a lot about the food culture of a place. Once such market that fascinated me was the Lal Bazar Sunday Market in Gangtok Sikkikm- the only fully organic state in India.
#vegan #veganwriter #vegantraveller
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Exploring Lal Bazar in Gangtok Through a Photo Essay
Explore the vibrant Lal Bazar Sunday Market in Gangtok through this photo essay, highlighting local flavours and a slice of Sikkimese culture.
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April 24, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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We need more green spaces in Mumbai. A short visit to Malabar Hill Walkway was a pleasant experience to cherish.
#veganwriter #plantbasedliving #naturelover #plantbasedwriter

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Malabar Hill Walkway: Where Trees Whisper and the City Pauses
I explored the Malabar Hill Walkway, a peaceful green escape in Mumbai. From nature walk to panoramic views, a hidden secret of the city.
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April 19, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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I recently attended a webinar by The Good Food Institute on plant-based meat consumers in the US and the insights were juicy. From protein-lovers to price-watchers, there's a fascinating mix of motivations and barriers.
#veganwriter #plantbasedliving

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Who’s Eating Plant-Based Meat (and Who’s Not)?
Discover key insights on plant-based meat consumers in the U.S. - exploring six unique consumer segments and what drives them.
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April 15, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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Sometimes, it takes just one summer to pave the way for who you’re meant to become, unknowingly though.
#writer #creativewriter #writerslife

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Summer and a Taste of Freedom
A nostalgic essay that reflects on childhood summers, the quiet beginnings of a lifelong love for solo travel, all sparked by a bicycle.
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April 10, 2025 at 6:05 AM
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Only Earth, Oatish, So Good, So Fit, Epigamia, Urban Platter, Nourish You-so many brands of plant-based milk available in the market. What is causing the rise of plant-based milk market in India? Read on to find out
#veganwriter #plantbasedliving #creativewriter

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Rise of Plant-Based Milk in India – What’s Fuelling the Shift?
Discover what’s driving the rise of plant-based milk in India. Why are more Indians are making this conscious switch?
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April 7, 2025 at 6:24 AM
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A few months ago, I went to the restaurant Burma Burma for a meal and I fell in love with vegan panna cotta. So, I tried to recreate it at home and here's what happened.
#veganwriter #plantbasedwriter #plantbasedliving #veganstories

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When I Made Vegan Panna Cotta, and It Turned Out Heavenly
Discover how I recreated this heavenly vegan panna cotta inspired by Burma Burma’s dessert. Simple, rich, and divine, try this easy recipe.
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March 25, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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A must-visit for all vegan travellers in Japan is trying out the OG vegan Shojin Ryori cuisine at a Buddhist temple. I had a divine dining experience. Read on to know more.
#vegantraveller #veganinjapan #veganwriter #veganjapan

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Shojin Ryori: A Must-Try Vegan Dining Experience in Kyoto Japan
Explore the traditional vegan dining experience of Shojin Ryori in Kyoto. Discover why it's a must-try for plant-based travelers in Japan.
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March 19, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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People visiting Japan has been increasing and rightly so because the country has so much to offer. If you are a vegan travelling to Japan then here is a list that I have created that will help you navigate the country as a vegan.
#japantravel #vegantravel

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10 lessons I learnt as a vegan traveller in Japan - Vegan Food & Living
Planning a trip to discover the sights and sounds of Japan? Here's everything you need to know about travelling in Japan as a vegan.
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March 18, 2025 at 6:11 AM
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Holi has been my favourite festival since childhood. The colours, the fun, and the food define it for me.

But now as an adult, I have become conscious about my choices. So, when I found out there was a better way to celebrate Holi, I instantly signed up for it.

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Looking for a Different Holi Celebration in Mumbai? Try the Forest!
Explore a unique kind of Holi celebration in Mumbai, right in the forest. With natural colours and like-minded people, it's fun unlimited.
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March 12, 2025 at 5:52 AM
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The more you write, the more you can write.
The more you read, the more you can write.
It's that simple.

#writingadvice #writerslife #veganwriter
March 11, 2025 at 6:43 AM
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My recently published article in Vegan Food & Living (UK). If you are planning a trip to Mumbai, then this one is for you.

#veganwriter #vegancontent #vegantraveller #plantbasedliving

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How to eat vegan at Mumbai’s legendary restaurants - according to a local expert - Vegan Food & Living
Enjoy a taste of Mumbai's culinary scene and rich history as Shinu Ramachandran takes us on a vegan tour of the city's best-known eateries.
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March 5, 2025 at 4:29 AM
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I think there are more innovations happening in the plant-based industry than in AI. Okay, maybe I am exaggerating a bit. But there are some groundbreaking developments happening. Here are few vegan innovations that truly made me go 'Wow'
#veganwriter #contentwriter
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Vegan Innovations that made me go ‘Wow’
There are more vegan innovations happening in the plant-based industry than in AI. Okay, that's exaggeration. But check these incredible ones
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March 3, 2025 at 6:10 AM
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Whenever I travel, my favourite souvenir to bring back home is a book purchased at a local bookstore. Nothing speaks to me more intimately than a book I picked up amongst many. Here is a guide for all book lovers planning a trip to Japan soon.

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Tokyo's literary charms-A book lover's guide to Tokyo
A book lover's guide to Tokyo's literary charms. From book hotel to book town to book cafes-it is every book lover's dream destination.
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February 26, 2025 at 6:52 AM