: Frozen meals are rare; vegetables are bought fresh daily, and wheat is often ground at local mills.
The ancient saying "Atithi Devo Bhava" is taken literally. An unexpected guest will always be offered a full meal, no matter how sparse the pantry seems.
Tech-savvy teenagers coexist with elders who might struggle with smartphones, leading to funny, endearing daily interactions where grandkids teach grandparents how to make video calls or use WhatsApp.
Despite living in separate apartments, families often choose to live in the same building or neighborhood. They maintain daily contact and shared childcare.
