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Sometimes, reinvention begins quietly — with a fresh start, an honest reckoning, and the courage to choose creativity over comfort. In this episode, we sit down with Sanya Lakhani, the founder and creative force behind Farishta Flowers, a Brooklyn-based floral studio known for its ethereal arrangements and intentional design. What began as a personal reset after leaving Texas and a corporate career that no longer felt aligned, slowly bloomed into a business rooted in memory, identity, and love. Named after her mother, whose maiden name Farishta means angel in Farsi, Sanya’s work is deeply personal. From learning to tend a garden alongside her mother to navigating New York City as a Pakistani woman in creative spaces, she shares how her roots continue to shape the art she creates today.

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In this NYC Diwali special, Priyanka sits down with Viraj Borkar and Varsha Harlalka, the dynamic duo behind Fonty’s Deli + Dukaan, a cozy sandwich shop in West Village offering a fusion of American and Indian flavors.

What began as a dream to blend culture, creativity, and community has become one of the city’s most talked-about food spots. From the nostalgic chicken tikka naanini to NYC’s next great tuna melt, Fonty’s brings the warmth of home to the hustle of New York — redefining comfort food one bite at a time.

Here’s to the celebration of flavor, friendship, and the fusion of Indian spices this festive season.

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From an insurance agent to building a local powerhouse, Jayanthi Elangoven took one of life’s biggest risks — betting on herself. Fourteen years ago, she stepped into the heat of Singapore’s competitive food scene and launched Srisun— now a beloved 24/7 neighbourhood eatery known for its crispy pratas, comforting local dishes, and irresistible dessert plates.

In this episode, we sit down with the woman behind the griddle to uncover the real story: The early hustle, the pageant sparkle, the café-style reinvention of her Serangoon Gardens outlet, and the quiet strength that carried her through it all. Jayanthi reminds us that courage doesn’t always wait for perfect timing — sometimes, it just starts with fire.