Ifrah Akhtar is an Associate Editor at Central Desi. Her work has been featured in Edible Jersey, Muslim Girl, Cold Tea Collective, and more. She is also the founder of MODEST Magazine, a fashion publication.
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Feb 3, 2026
The author discusses her upcoming book, diverse storytelling, and how acts of creation sustain us.
Dec 16, 2025
These local South Asian businesses will help you find the perfect present for everyone on your list.
Dec 2, 2025
Feather & Bone is a plant-based, waterless skincare brand that blends heritage with sustainability.
Nov 25, 2025
From paratha patties to pumpkin pie, these holiday recipes celebrate joy and community.
Nov 4, 2025
Twelve Gates Arts offers a vital third place for artists to tell stories on their own terms.
Oct 14, 2025
Mussab Ali is an up-and-coming politician who, at 28, has fought stage-four cancer.
Sep 9, 2025
Director Arfat Sheikh brings the story of his people to the silver screen.
Apr 15, 2025
Oral tradition and not measuring ingredients make South Asian recipes particularly tricky to pass on.
Dec 24, 2024
Mitan Ghosh is helping preserve traditional art while introducing it to a new generation of consumers.
May 3, 2024
These entrepreneurs are building cultural pride through food.
Mar 29, 2024
Nur-E Gulshan Rahman started the Bangladeshi hot spot Korai Kitchen in her 60s.
Feb 2, 2024
Many Desis haven't considered who makes the clothes they wear.
Dec 15, 2023
From Korean BBQ to hot chicken, Garden State halal is so much more than chicken and rice.
