A Zine on South Asian Culinary Memories

Location
Remote / International (organized by Peepal People)

Open to
Writers, artists, storytellers, and anyone with a connection to South Asian food culture. No prior publishing experience is required.

Application Fee
None

What’s Provided

• Selected contributions will be published in a collaborative zine created by Peepal People, Words in Urdu, and designer Vaishnavi Mahendran

• The zine will explore South Asian culinary terms, food memories, and personal reflections

• Contributors will be featured in a printed and/or digital publication that acts as a cultural archive and creative visual piece

What the Artist/Applicant Must Cover
No fees or costs stated

Duration
Single publication project (timeline beyond submission deadline not specified)

Deadline
August 10, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Essential Notes
This zine blends food, memory, and language—featuring untranslatable kitchen terms like tadka, dum, and galawat through personal stories, images, and more. Contributions may include reflections, essays, poetry, or visual content that responds to the theme.

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