Category Archives: Pakistan

– Things you need to do in Karachi

So I had a short trip to Karachi a few days ago, and this is what I’d suggest to anyone traveling there.

SPA

I absolutely love pampering myself and taking time for a slow, relaxing self care day, whether it’s a soothing massage, a fresh manicure and pedicure, or a good blow dry. I recently had an amazing scalp and shoulder massage at SOHO Salon in Karachi that lasted about 15 to 20 minutes, and they really knew the right pressure points, finishing with hot stones and a warm towel, which was so relaxing I nearly fell asleep. My mani pedi was just as good, with a great range of nail colors and properly sterilized tools opened in front of me. The blow dry was average since the curls didn’t last long, possibly due to Karachi’s humidity, and overall salon services here are noticeably more expensive than in Lahore.

CHAAYE CULTURE

When I say Karachi has the best chaaye spots, I truly mean it. I love my tea and I know exactly how it should taste, and Chaye Wala in Bukhari is hands down the best I’ve ever had. Just get it in a disposable cup for the perfect experience. I used to get Doodhpati but in karak form with Cardamom. So it was a blend of three different chaaye they were serving.

Cafes and restaurants which aren’t in Lahore or your city.

You should definitely try cafes which aren’t available in the city or place you live. I absolutely love espresso, but they shut their branches off in Lahore. So when I went to karachi I went there thrice. Their spicy chicken panini sandwich, mushroom soup and the brick oven pizza was an absolute delight.

96NM for those frappes and coffee cravings. They had opened a pop up in Lahore a couple of months ago and they literally know how to make the perfect balance and blend of a frappe and a coffee. Their Signature (cold) NM special frappe and matcha is definitely what I’d recommend.

Cafe Flo was too bland and tasteless for me. Probably won’t be going there again. However Chef’s table was really good. We took an 11 course meal and we chose the items we’d want to be individually served to us. The desserts I didn’t like, it was too desi for my taste “Paan Gelato”. I liked their Rice Pudding though. From the main I’d recommend the smashed beef in paratha. Amazing. The same paratha smash which got hyped in Dubai. Oh and I liked their Matka Biryani as well.

Seafood from Oyster Bay.

You need to try the seafood boil at Oyster Bay because it’s an experience in itself. It takes some effort as you crack open the crab carefully, trying not to hurt yourself in the process, and while they only had local crabs, I feel king crab would have been better since it’s meatier and easier to handle. The Cajun sauce wasn’t as spicy as I expected, especially compared to Boiling Crab where you can choose different spice levels, so my expectations were a bit high, but it was still enjoyable. The shrimps were similar but in a milder sauce, and overall it’s a fun, messy experience best enjoyed with friends or family where you go full desi and eat with your hands, and they even provide bibs and gloves to make it easier.

Good Luck ❤️

The Fading Crown: Baloch Families in Punjab

Power Lost, Mindsets Unchanged

There was a time—not too long ago—when Baloch families across South Punjab and parts of Balochistan held unquestionable authority. Their names alone opened doors and demanded respect. But that era has faded.

Today, money is accessible. Anyone with drive can build and rise, regardless of background. Ironically, many of the once-powerful families are now reduced to fighting over scraps—arguing over inches of land their fathers couldn’t even protect. Hypocrisy might help someone climb the mountain fast—through shortcuts, pretence, and borrowed virtue—but it won’t take them anywhere real. A hollow rise ends in a hollow peak. When your life is built on lies and ego, there’s nothing beneath you. You might reach the top for a moment, but you won’t stay there. Real progress demands honesty—first with yourself, then with the world.

Yet the biggest tragedy isn’t the loss of land or status—it’s the mindset. The slave mentality still owns the majority. Educated or not, men or women, most choose to follow instead of think. Individuality is rare; character is fading. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree—generations repeat the same smallness.

I was fortunate. My father saw the world clearly. He never limited our thinking or forced us to follow anyone blindly. He encouraged us to explore, learn, and understand life first-hand. That freedom set us apart. Maybe that’s why I keep my distance now—because once you know how to think for yourself, it’s painful to watch people willingly stay small. Most are nothing but a disappointment.

Balochistan is a different world altogether—its own structure, its own rules. But in Punjab, the fall is loud. The throne is gone, yet the chains remain.

True legacy doesn’t come from land or old names. It comes from evolving. And those still fighting over inches will keep shrinking, until there’s nothing left to hold.

Sehr Mazari

Threads of Tradition, Pieces of Gold

What aspects of your cultural heritage are you most proud of or interested in?

What stands out in my cultural heritage is the craftsmanship of Balochi clothing and jewellery. The loose-fitted kurtas, decorated with silk thread embroidery and mirror work, display a level of artistry that is both unique and timeless. Each tribe has its own distinctive embroidery and jewellery style, which is what makes Baloch culture so diverse and recognizable.

Personally, I am most drawn to the jewellery pieces from the Mazari and Bugti families. Their designs have a richness and individuality that set them apart, and I feel fortunate to have inherited pieces from both through my family. From the elaborate gold headpieces to finely crafted gold clips, from heavy statement necklaces to delicate chains in different designs, and from handmade cuffs to intricate bracelets, these ornaments showcase the versatility and creativity of Baloch craftsmanship.

The inherited antique jewellery carries an irreplaceable value. The kundan work, the ruby and emerald detailing set into pure gold, and the remarkable neatness of every design reflect a level of mastery that today’s jewellers cannot replicate. Each piece was made to last for generations, and the longevity of that workmanship is something modern techniques often fail to achieve. People may try to reproduce these styles, but the originals remain unmatched in both precision and beauty.

Balochi jewellery as a whole has its own distinction. Bold and heavy, it reflects a culture that values strength and status. Clothes and jewellery together create a striking identity, instantly rooted in tradition yet varied across regions and tribes.

Yet, while these traditions hold value, it is clear that culturally and mentally there is still much that needs to change. In the end, heritage should not only be about preserving beauty but also about progressing in ways that make the culture stronger and more inclusive for the future.

Pakistan The Breeding Ground For Genetic Illnesses & Nitwits/Idiots/Goofs.

Our society and culture is still living and thriving on ideas which are beyond hundreds of years old. For instance the same practice of marriages within the family. We conveniently forget the illnesses which will result to such dumb decisions. Educated or not the thinking is still the same dumb, stupid and outdated.

One of the major diseases which people transfer to their children is thalassemia. It’s a deadly disease which gives the child a short span of life and the quality of life is not good too. It’s psychologically damaging and deadly. Yet what we do? Get more cousins married and create an entire generation of unwell children with compromised quality of life. My parents aren’t first cousins yet I inherited anemia thanks to my mom’s genes. Due to this I need to be more careful and selective about my diet intake. Another thing I inherited from my father’s side is migraines. Intense pain on the left side of my head, light sensitivity, smell sensitivity, nausea are a few things which happen when the migraine kicks off. For me they can get so bad that I need to rest for days if I don’t take a painkiller. Usually I avoid taking painkillers if I have nowhere to go and rest at home. And my migraine triggers? Fasting, Stress, Heavy intake of caffeine, standing too long in the heat (sunlight), if my sleep is incomplete or I don’t take naps when i’m tired. I’m the only one who has migraines in my household so people usually don’t know how painful it can get. Probably inherited all the problems from both the sides but nothing deadly because my parents weren’t immediately related.

I have seen deaths of children as a result of first cousins marriages or dna issues. Some people never learn. They rather have their head dug up in the ground like an ostrich and pretend to go with the flow. Another disease first cousin marriages lead to is Thyroid Issues, Diabetes, Cancer genes, Heart issues since birth, Mentally impaired children and even blindness at birth. Facial and physical deformities are also a result of such cases.

I had stumbled upon this documentary of a couple who resided in UK (pakistani origin). All the children they ever had were mentally impaired. Sure you can call it bad-luck but well it was due to their parents first cousin marriage which led to it. Personally first cousin marriage couples should be denied any citizenship. Immediate family marriages are just like a pandemic and it’s about time people put an end to it. People need to grow a brain with changing times and quit acting like ostriches pretending all is well. First cousin marriages now are just disgusting and pathetic. Sick.


The “Habsburg jaw”, a facial condition that afflicted these kings and queens, was well known. Now a new study says that this facial dysmorphism was due to to inbreeding.

The End Of Feudalism!

When a 2-3 generations become used to doing nothing, particularly the men (in a brown culture) the entire effort and hardwork of previous generations just goes to dust. When there’s nothing but generational hatred, selfishness, greed and lies passed on from family to family and your own blood relatives being envious of your success/happiness, know blood doesn’t mean anything it’s all about loyalty and pure intentions (which is extremely rare these days).

What men have these days are bigger weapons but smaller brains and fragile egos. There is lack of education or lack of implementation of that knowledge. Majorly it’s someone with a degree who refuses their caveman brain to evolve, they rather stick to how things have been rather change with time. So many known families have faced this rapid decline due to lack of growth with time. This easygoing attitude and literally not doing anything is what is a major source of decline to a huge reputable families in Pakistan.

The false idea that just because you’re related to someone who was widely respected and known would get you anywhere, it won’t. No matter how many titles you add to your name ultimately you’ll be known by your brains, words and actions. The people you brag about being related to are long gone for their final abode. This false sense of entitlement has gotten into the heads of the majority of the men/women thinking they can act as they like without being held accountable or questioned. Most of the people from such a prestigious backgrounds prefer staying lowkey and avoid standing out, because that’s how it’s suppose to be. Your name won’t get you anywhere for long, if you don’t bother moving ahead with time.

Rest there are no more “Land Lords” or “Feudal” left. From owning thousands of squares of land which were subjected to land reforms, laziness and later dumb decisions of selling them to buying fancy stuff or uniformed (Buckingham style) butlers/chauffeur to fit into cities. Building that false sense of power while destroying the main source of it.

Lastly and most importantly i’d like to add is that it’s about time we educate and give our daughters the freedom and space to build a career/life. Don’t suffocate them to the societies pathetic practices and expectations. About time people have their daughter financially independent on all levels. Don’t ever let them rely on a brother or a spouse particularly financially. Time changes people and priorities change hence they should never be left on anyone’s mercy. Our religion gave women the most amount of independence, while our culture and ideas weakened them. It’s time to evolve and change. They deserve to grow and live in an environment whilst feeling safe, it’s about time people start raising their sons/brothers right.

If this post offends anyone, so be it.

Peace!

Lawn 2023

Hey guys!! I hope you all had a good fall season. Mine was just okayish though. And I know i’ve been MIA but well here I am with a new blog regarding some desi fashion or sense of style these summers.

I am big on clothes. I love shopping. I love buying clothes and I love designing them in different ways. And i’m obviously an inspiration to some! The cuts and designing can give life to even simple clothes. I would definitely give credit to my mother, I learned after making obvious mistakes in deciding the wrong fabrics, lace or even designs. But i learned, and i’m self reliant now. I don’t even mind normal suits (non-designer) as long as they are designed right and you can carry them well. I have a very few top favourite brands! I stopped getting a certain brands because literally everyone has those particular suits and dresses, as a result they end up looking like a school uniform. I prefer something different than the rest. Well at least I try until someone’s discovers what i’m wearing and they get the same designer the next time. So yeah.

Hussain Rehar

https://instagram.com/hussainrehar.official?igshid=NzAzN2Q1NTE=

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE HIS CLOTHES! Literally my favourite designer in Lahore. The first time I got a formal wear was on my brothers wedding. I kept on buying his lawn and then winter fabric too. It was pricey and well I paid quite a lot of stitching too. Tailors are expensive these days. The material he uses, the color combination, embroidery and then the organza duppatas, promotion’s everything is on point. Most of the designers only focus on the shirt design and embroidery while matching it with a digital printed duppata, while Hussain Rehar changed the complete game by focusing on all the three pieces (shirt, duppata and pants). His duppatas are so pretty and personally I too prefer organza duppatas for formal gathering in summers while I can easily wear it over a perfectly embroidered lawn suit. I’ll definitely get one of these;

Sapphire

https://instagram.com/sapphirepakistan?igshid=NzAzN2Q1NTE=

I already purchased 5 suits of sapphire from their daily casual wear lawn. Considering how warm/hot Pakistan gets during extreme summers you cannot really wear heavily embroidered clothes, plain or printed lawn is best and easy to carry. However the designing and cuts aren’t simple. I like to experiment with different designs and I did that this time again. I hope they end up being good though. Extremely excited to see what my tailor does. Sapphire was all about the good pricing and prints. A lot of floral prints (what everyone prefers in summers). I literally wanted to get a lot of items. But well five is enough from one collection. The thing I liked the most was their idea of small printed florals on shirt and pants. The shirts of this collection were lawn whilst the pants were cotton; but it’s okay. I just liked almost every article.

Zara Shahjahan

https://instagram.com/zarashahjahanofficial?igshid=NzAzN2Q1NTE=

I usually get their Pret wear from seasonal collections, their new recent collection is definitely worth looking at. The colors, fabric and how minimalist yet great it looks. The right amount of embroidery, print and the cute color palette. These are some of their articles which caught my attention;

Charizma RTW

https://instagram.com/charizma_official?igshid=NzAzN2Q1NTE=

This was my first ever purchase from this brand. I am a huge fan of animal prints; cheetah, tiger, snake or any other animal. I instantly get attracted to animal printed dresses, clothes, shirts and everything. They’re a classic and you can never go wrong with them! I got a dress from their stitched cotton collection and I am absolutely obsessed with how beautiful it is and how amazingly I can carry it! I have the perfect sandals and bag to carry along with it. Just super excited! If you’re someone who’s obsessed with animal prints do check out their collection, you’ll love it.

Sobia Nazir

https://instagram.com/sobianazirofficial?igshid=NzAzN2Q1NTE=

If you’re looking for something fancier than a normal suit and something you’d wear formally at dinners or gatherings then this is the right collection for you. Specially if you’re someone who loves playing with different fabric and material. I personally like designing things on different fabrics so such collections really excite me. The mirror work, organza duppata and then the net cut work. This collection really is something i’m looking forward to.

Lastly, I would like to add that we women spend thousands on 1 suit yet we tend to bargain from people working in smaller shops like tailors or the ones selling laces! Knowing the amount of inflation in this country and how difficult it is for these small shop owners or workers to make ends meet please don’t bargain from them. They have families to feed. You might save a few hundreds but it would mean more to them than you! Tailors put in so much effort in making your perfect suits! What they ask for is what they truly deserve. Please be kind!

Cafes you need to visit in Lahore (Pakistan)

Rina’s kitchenette: https://instagram.com/rinas.pk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

This is literally my go to place in this city. If there’s any plan or meet up this place just instantly comes to my mind. The Ambiance, Food Quality, Location (Defence and Gulberg) everything is good. Absolutely love their Anglio’Olio Pasta, Mozzarella sticks, Pepperoni Pizza (chicken), Chicken Sandwiches and Cafe Au’Lait. The thing I actually appreciate the most about this place is that they have maintained their quality ever since they have opened up. Also a little secret, they make seasonal fruit cakes (strawberry and mango) on orders and they are scrumptious. Their tea however is really pathetic so no point if ordering it. If you’re someone who likes separate tea then you might like it but if you’re someone like me, who loves *doodhpati chaaye* with elaichi, you will definitely not like it. So skip the tea and order a cup of coffee instead.

Eggspectation: https://instagram.com/eggspectationpk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

I just recently tried it and would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to go to a good place in Lahore. What I loved the most about their cafe was their Rosemary chicken panini grilled sandwich, Margherita Pizza and Cafe Latte. The best part is they serve breakfast all day, so you can easily and definitely plan on going there for brunch(anytime). Will definitely be trying more things off their menu. The outdoor seating is best for winters just make sure you are wearing a super warm coat and accessories to keep yourself warm.

Pink Pistachio: https://instagram.com/pistachio.pink?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

This is such a cute cafe. The seating is super limited but as soon as you step into the cafe it feels like a completely different dimension. I absolutely loved their Alfredo Pasta, Tarragon Chicken with mashed potatoes and Cafe Latte. I ordered a piece of their chocolate milk pastry too, but it was far too sweet for my taste. Anyhow this place is worth visiting if you’re in Lahore.

Nandos Nandos and More Nandos: https://instagram.com/nandospk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Okay I so prefer either takeaway or home deliveries from Nando’s. Currently i’m in Love with their Quarter chicken in extra hot peri peri sauce and I order spicy rice, potato wedges and garlic bread on the sides. This is so fulfilling. How can I forget about their Peri Peri bites?!This is a quite famous chain so chances are you might have already tried it, but if you haven’t what are you waiting for?

Also a top secret, their classic chocolate cake is extremely yummy. If you want to eat that perfect textured and perfectly balanced bitter sweet chocolate cake do try it. It’s my top top favourite one in town.

Baked Lahore: https://instagram.com/baked_lahore?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

This is a place where all home based bakers and chefs send their stuff. I absolutely loved the Italian herbed and buttered chicken roast, the egg pudding and croissants sold here. Both butter and chocolate filled croissants had the perfect texture and taste(reminded me of the ones I had in Paris). These are high quality products. Everything is freshly home made. It’s niche. Unlike huge bakers making tons of things at one time and not maintaining the food quality.

Sweet Affairs and Cosa Nostra:

https://instagram.com/cosanostra_paolas?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= & https://instagram.com/sweet_affairs_official?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

If you love ice cream and particularly chocolate flavoured!! You need to try either of these places. Their Nutella ice cream is hands down the best ice cream i’ve had in Lahore or even Pakistan. It has chocolate chunks in it too (making it bitter sweet). Thank me later!🍫🍦

Hot Chocolate fans:

Wabi: https://instagram.com/wabiithefirst?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

House of twiinz: https://instagram.com/houseoftwiinz?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Cafe DeComo: https://instagram.com/cafedecomo?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

For the time being these are restaurants or cafes I would go back to any day or just get food from there and have it at home. I am very picky when it comes to my food and I’m super cautious about cleanliness. I don’t like going to new places and rather stick to my classic favourites.

Stay tuned for more blogs!✨

Look around

If you have a warm bed to sleep in, a
family to look after you, if you have a place you can call home, healthy, food to eat,
clean and running water. You need
to Thank Allah. There are
thousands of people who are
without any of these blessings.
These are our people. They need us
now more than ever. Just help
whoever you can wherever you can.
People are already under stress
and there is a lot of suffering, lets
just make life liveable for them. We
have been blessed with a lot if we
help someone it won’t reduce our
blessings or wealth!! Lets make a
prayer for the people who have and
are still suffering due to these.

August 27th 2022.

If you are still unaware of what’s happening in Pakistan go on twitter see the havoc these floods have caused! Millions of people have been affected. Their livelihoods taken away from them due to this natural disaster! At least a thousand are dead, as of now. This was just a post to tell each and everyone of you how blessed we all are to have made it out of this calamity and how much we are indebted to help the ones who have suffered the most! South Punjab, Balochistan, Kpk and Sindh (all four places have been severely hit).

People in the urban set up are so unaware about this current situation because the media was busy giving the spot light to politicians and their petty fights. But whoever reached out and showed concern regardless of what was being shown on TV, we’re/i’m really grateful.

Please remember Pakistan in your prayers! 🇵🇰

Floods and Politics 🇵🇰2022

Today i’ll write about my thoughts on the current political and flood situation in Pakistan, whoever is sitting in the assemblies and “representing” their hometown has their kids settled abroad. It’s quite natural for them to be unbothered or unconcerned about what happens to their home town or the poor people living there after 10-20 years. They have no stakes there. It’s quite natural to not care about a place when your kids won’t be living there (due to their foreign nationality and other interests).

After seeing these flood situations in South Punjab, Balochistan and Sindh I realised how unconcerned the urban class is about the lives of these people (baloch & sindhi). The way the media acted when people died in Murree due to road blockade had they shown 50% of the same interest this issue would have been highlighted and help would have been sent on time. While I write this, thousands of the people are homeless and misplaced while hundreds have lost their lives. Our media is busy showing the musical chairs between political parties. Just because the people who’re suffering, their lives don’t really matter.

There will be an immense disease outbreak because people have no access to clean drinking water and they’ve been abandoned. Coming months will be cold and terrible for such people. Why are minorities treated like that? They are only your concern when you’re in opposition? Once you get your seat you completely forget about them? This is such a shame. No one has any control on these Calamities but at least the elected government and their so called representatives can provide some relief to the ones who’re suffering, instead of attacking other political parties.

East Pakistan split because of injustice towards them on all levels. It’s about time our so called politicians and political parties end this inequality towards provinces and start thinking like one nation.

P.s please try helping people in whatever way or form and the least you can do is spread awareness about their sufferings. So in case if someone wants to help them, they can easily do so.

Ways you can help: tents, clean water supply, food (particularly dry rations), medical supply(first aid), blankets, clothes and lastly spread awareness.

Take care!🤍

A glimpse of the current flood situation in my Village. Video credits: My Brother

If you go on twitter you can see the terrible situation in Balochistan and Sindh too! Prayers needed.

Eid dress ideas!

Hey gals,

Since Eid is around the corner I thought of writing a blog to share some ideas with you regarding what you might want to wear. And I know we’re in middle of a deadly pandemic but lets celebrate being alive and getting through with 2020 and hopefully 2021 safely too (Inn Shaa Allah)

Okay so I promised myself I won’t be spending a lot on clothes this year. But guess who just spent hundreds and thousands of rupees on dresses she didn’t really “need” (ME!) 🙋🏻‍♀️ **guilty**

So i’ve been following some brands and here are the ones that’ve caught my eye. And they are AMAZING!

Suffuse : Casual Pret Summer 2021

I got an amazing flowy dress from them, which will hopefully be delivered within a week and i’m so damn excited to wear it. I did end up spending $97 dollars on it though. But the overall collection was really pretty and basic. I love how they didn’t use much print or embroidery. It was just plains and some lace with organza duppatas. Here’s what I loved from their collection;

https://suffuse.pk/collections/casual-pret-lawn-21


Suffuse Causal Pret Summer 2021 (My personal favourites)

Elan Lawn 2021

Okay so I didn’t really have a pleasant experience with them last year because they mixed up the duppatas and sent me the wrong one. It took them a month to send me the right one. But I loved a few pieces from their 2021’s lawn campaign and got something super pretty for my mom. Didn’t personally get anything from Elan myself because there was too much embroidery and print definitely not for someone who likes plains; but they had some good colours. Here’s what I loved from their lawn collection;

https://elan.pk/collections/lawn

Elan’s Lawn 2021

Generation: Meethi Eid

Omg! I ABSOLUTELY love their clothes. They’re so unique and who doesnt love pret. Something super pretty and stitched (saving you some money and time from your tailor). Their “Meethi Eid” collection is so damn pretty. Block prints, saari, gota work, plains, shalwars and what not. And that too at a very reasonable price. Here’s what I loved;

https://www.generation.com.pk/new.html

Generation Meethi Eid Collection

Hussain Rehar: Firni Shirni Luxury Pret

I absolutely love his dresses! The finishing, the delicate embroidery and fitting is just too good. And he just launched his Luxury Eid pret, “Firni Shirni”. Hussain Rehar is doing an amazing job and the dresses are worth every penny! The way you carry it plays a vital role too. Here’s what I loved;

https://www.hussainrehar.com/

Hussain Rehar: Firni Shirni collection (some of my personal favourites)

Ali Xeeshan: Sanddal Luxury Pret

One thing I have to say about Ali Xeeshan and his team, They’re super cooperative and their dresses are amazinggg! The color palettes, the entire concept of the dresses he makes is just so good. It’s just so beautifully desi that anyone from any age group or background can easily carry it! Here’s what I loved;

https://www.alixeeshan.online/collections/sanddal

Ali Xeeshan: Sanddal Luxury Pret (my two personal favourites)

That was it folks! Let me know if this helped you in sorting out your Eid Dress Ideas✨❤️

Regards,

Sehr