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Why I Love My Local South Asian Grocery Store – Top 5

By Salima Jivraj  @halal_foodie and online at halalfoodie.ca Twenty five years ago you would be lucky to find basmati rice at a Canadian/American grocery store, so South Asian markets and shops were vital to the community. They were the weekly go-to spot for spices, vegetables, flours, grains and meat. Unfortunately,

South Asian Family: Siblings Protect Against Depression

Courtesy of MySahana   The two best years of my life where when I was the only child. After my brother came along, he got everything his way. (looking mischievously at him) But I guess I’ll keep him around. He does tell pretty good jokes. Nishant (7 years old): My

Our Mother’s Daughters

By Sheba Siddiqui Life Writer email Sheba: life@masalamommas.com @shebasid and online: shebasworld   As mothers, we try our best to guide, encourage and lend support to our children but sometimes it can be a challenge. Many women are lucky to have a lending hand from their own mothers when they