Welcome to Sharon’s Read and Reflect — a cozy corner for curious minds and wandering thoughts! ✨ I’m Sharon Clara Fernandes, someone who believes reading adds wings to the mind and writing gives it a voice. 📚 Here, I pour my thoughts, a dash of humor, and a sprinkle of reflection into every piece I write. The more we read, the more we grow — and I’m learning right along with you! So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let’s journey through words together. ☕💭
What's the most money you've ever spent on a meal? Was it worth it? If someone ever interrogates me with the classic question, “Where did your salary vanish this month?” — I’ll confidently point to my satisfied stomach and say, “On food, of course!”Yes, clothes fade, gadgets get outdated, but memories made over a plate... Continue Reading →
What’s your go-to comfort food? There are days when life feels like a pressure cooker without a whistle—hissing, chaotic, and about to blow. On such days, I don’t seek therapy, yoga, or long walks. I open the rice container.My go-to comfort food? A humble trio that never lets me down—rice, dal, omelette, and a cheeky... Continue Reading →
What's the most delicious thing you've ever eaten? They say, “Food is memories seasoned with love,” and I must agree—because when someone asks me the most delicious thing I’ve ever eaten, I freeze like a spoon in kulfi. How on earth can I choose one?Each bite from my life tells a story.My mom’s chicken curry?... Continue Reading →
Write about a few of your favorite family traditions. Traditions aren’t just rituals; they’re about love, laughter, and memories shared together. In our family, the Monti Feast on September 8th is one such cherished tradition. Celebrated by Mangalorean Catholics, it marks Mother Mary’s birthday and expresses gratitude for nature’s bountiful harvest. This feast is more... Continue Reading →
What snack would you eat right now? As the sun dips and evening embraces us with its gentle warmth, a peculiar phenomenon takes over—our minds begin to wander. And where do they wander? Straight into the delicious abyss of food! Evening snacking isn’t just a habit; it’s a ritual, a sacred time when the heart... Continue Reading →
When are you most happy? Happiness is a dish best served on a plate! Among the myriad things that bring me joy, good, delicious food tops the list. Whether it's the aroma of a freshly baked cake or the spicy tang of street-side chaat, food has this magical ability to turn my frown into a... Continue Reading →
List your top 5 grocery store items. What’s common between eggs, paneer, pulses, nuts, and chocolate? They’re not just groceries; they’re the Avengers of my kitchen! Each has a unique superpower that keeps my household running smoother than a sitcom mom’s day.First up, eggs. They’re the superheroes of quick meals—scrambled, boiled, or sunny-side-up, they always... Continue Reading →
What are your feelings about eating meat? As a hardcore non-vegetarian, the mere aroma of chicken curry or a perfectly spiced mutton biryani can lift my spirits faster than any motivational quote ever could. Meat is my happy place—crispy fried, tenderly grilled, or slow-cooked to perfection. But, as much as I adore it, every love... Continue Reading →
Do you or your family make any special dishes for the holidays? For me, holidays are synonymous with rest and relaxation—a well-deserved pause from the whirlwind of life. Of course, if my mom or husband happens to offer some special food during this blissful downtime, I might not complain. Just kidding... or am I?Holidays, however,... Continue Reading →
Sharon's Read And Reflect 