Despite being raised in England and America, I spent many summers in Punjab with Biji, my grandmother. Together we shared in our joy of food, eating gol-gappa from our favorite street vendor at Rainak Bazaar, sipping fresh mango lassi, or sneaking bites of kulfi from the hawkers outside our veranda.

Back stateside, I'd struggle to find places where I could enjoy both my Indian culture as well as my American/English one. I didn't want to have to choose between them; I wanted to blend them.

And so panj river was born.

Panj River is my way of celebrating heritage while embracing my 3rd-culture experience. It's a journey through joyful and unique Indian-Californian snacks.

Thanks for being here.