Lassi

The thick frothy dairy drink attributed to the Punjab region of India, made by churning milk for a long long time with cream. Yes I begin this piece with a definition because definitions are important. They set guidelines for the object and any copy that you intend to make of the same. But sadly, in the case of lassi, those very guidelines are flouted almost everywhere and everyday. And that is important, I’ll tell you why.

First of all, everyone should have a glass of lassi for breakfast. Okay, maybe not the dairy intolerant ones or those who attribute it strictly to North India and hence harbour an animosity towards it. But for those who don’t have anything particularly against this sweet breakfast drink, it should be a regular at their tabled. Because it’s downright delicious when made right.

But mostly, all you get is a sweetened churned ghost of the real lassi masquerading as the original. You might as well imagine you’re having the real deal than taste that thing in the name of lassi.

The real deal – it overpowers you with its thick goodness combined with its creamy richness. It reminds you of good times and sends you to a happy place. It reflects everyday joy and contentment. And it’s amazing. Wait, did I already say that?

Why this discourse today? Because I had an amazing glass of lassi opposite IIT Bombay Main gate. 😂

Stay tuned for more of such food inspired outbursts.