Articles by Ayesha Sitara

London Unpackaged: Shopping without the wrapping

London Unpackaged: Shopping without the wrapping

Discover an alternative to plastic wrapping. Islington’s Unpackaged shop takes us back to a simpler life where plastic does not rule over fruits and vegs.

Nostalgia and the Indian Premier League of Cricket

Nostalgia and the Indian Premier League of Cricket

Ayesha Sitara is feeling lonely. Join her as she explains how cricket is enjoyed in India as the Indian Premier League heads towards the ever anticipated final. Tikka Masala and Pints are not optional.

Watching the wheels with bicycle polo

Watching the wheels with bicycle polo

Sports fanatic Ayesha Sitara was lucky enough to stumble across the unique game of Bicycle Polo. Don’t have a horse? Well, here’s the pocket-friendly version.

Kabaddi: The art of holding your breath

Kabaddi: The art of holding your breath

Kabaddi, kabaddi, kabaddi… yes hold your breath for this is how this uncommon team sport is played.
The mains skill of this four thousand year old sport is to hold your breath (chanting “Kabaddi”) as in swimming but the only difference is you are very much on terra firma.