I am Indrani, a first generation Indian-American whose parents originally migrated from Kolkata, India. My passion and inspiration for cooking developed from spending time in the kitchen and learning from my father who would cater for large gatherings. My mother encouraged all forms of art, including drawing, dance and music. Growing up with a strong, traditional Indian upbringing, my parents also encouraged participation in the American culture. And now in my own mixed culture family, the fusion of Indian and American traditions is embraced by my husband and children. I am continuously inspired by the joy that comes from the sharing of cultural traditions.
I have been creating Indian-American events since 2006. My experience includes small home parties, mendhi/henna parties, wedding planning, and even teaching grade school children cooking classes.
monbool personally connects you to an Indian-American experience in a small group setting in your home. Experiences include Indian cooking classes and mendhi parties. All of the meals are made from scratch so you get a start to finish experience. Cooking classes allow you to taste and smell spices, hear the sizzles and pops in pans, and you can feel the textures of what you are eating. Mendhi, also known as henna, allows you take what you see at face value, or, if you look a little deeper, you will learn and discover culture through the lines, curves, and pattern themes.