Kashmira Dastoor

Kashmira Dastoor operates out of P-25 on Centre Street in Parel. The specific lane is called Shimpy Galli. Parel is one of those areas that feels very old and established. There are a lot of narrow lanes like Shimpy Galli where businesses have been for generations. Our spot at P-25 is right in the middle of all that history. It’s not a modern glass building; it’s more of a traditional structure with thick walls and high ceilings. You can hear the sounds of the neighborhood all day long, from the vegetable sellers calling out to the scooters buzzing past. Being on Centre Street means there is always a lot of foot traffic. People are always heading somewhere, whether it’s to the station or just to grab some tea. The space inside is pretty simple. We have what we need to get through the day, mostly just tables and some storage for our things. It gets a bit dusty because of the construction that always seems to be happening somewhere nearby, but we keep it tidy enough. There is a sense of being part of the local fabric here. You recognize the same faces every morning when you arrive. It’s a practical location for us because everything is within walking distance. We don't have any flashy signs, just the address on the door like everyone else on the street. It’s just how things are around here.