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What Temple Patronage Gave Indian Music and Dance, and What It Cost

The Temple as the First Conservatory Before the princely court, before the sabha, before the music school, there was the temple. The devadasi system formalised what had existed informally for centuries: the temple sustained the artist, and the artist sustained the deity. A dancer attached to a major Shaiva or…

Times Life · Oct 17

10 Signature Desserts Everyone Should Taste at Least Once

There’s something magical about tasting a dessert that’s become a legend in its own right. Signature desserts aren’t just sweet treats; they’re edible landmarks, often tied to a specific region, culture, or culinary tradition. Trying these iconic dishes gives you a delicious way to experience history and creativity from around…

Grocery Coupon Guide · Sep 7, 2025

Don’t Think, Dear by Alice Robb review – the beauty and cruelty of ballet

A former student at the School of American Ballet dissects an art form that too often plays host to obsession and bullying

The Guardian - UK · Feb 22, 2023