History

  • Pepper – A Chronicle of Events

    These are the factual events that took place based on which the previous chapters were written. 3000 BCE: Sumerian records depict Kerala as the garden of spices – The Malabar forests. Ancient Babylonian, Syrians and Egyptians also traded with them.1213… Continue reading

    Pepper – A Chronicle of Events
  • Pepper: From Currency to Common Spice – Part 2

    Through the eyes of an ancient being who has witnessed centuries of change, this series explores how once-rare delicacies have become everyday staples. Today, we continue with pepper—a common spice that once ruled as the currency of the world. (Part… Continue reading

    Pepper: From Currency to Common Spice – Part 2
  • Pepper: From Currency to Common Spice – Part 1

    Through the eyes of an ancient being who has witnessed centuries of change, this series explores how once-rare delicacies have become everyday staples. Today, we delve into pepper—a common spice that once ruled as the currency of the world. Eldrin’s… Continue reading

    Pepper: From Currency to Common Spice – Part 1
  • Tea: From Rare Delicacy to Global Staple

    Through the eyes of an ancient being who has witnessed centuries of change, this series explores how once-rare delicacies have become everyday staples. Today, we delve into tea—a drink that has evolved from sacred traditions to a global favourite, tracing… Continue reading

    Tea: From Rare Delicacy to Global Staple
  • An Interview with Eternity

    Smitha walked into the café with a newfound confidence—this first interview had the potential to change her entire world. A year ago, she had graduated with a journalism degree from a prestigious university, brimming with aspirations. However, the harsh reality… Continue reading

    An Interview with Eternity