Deshaj is a celebration of Indian handicrafts and textiles. Walk in and it’s a medley of colours and quirk. Musical instruments are stacked on the floor, racks are stacked with lac toys from Midnapore, and Dokra and clay toys from Bankura, handmade jewellery made by women from Bolpur villages get a separate section. Madhubani and Kalamkari paintings, palm leaf patachitra scrolls, Chhau masks, ceramic and wooden boxes, leather lampshades —there’s something here for everyone. You are sure to find something unusual to get it for someone special. They’ve got a separate section of apparels — sarees, dresses, kurtis, stoles and shirts. Once you are done shopping, take a seat at the attached cafe. They have free WiFi — you can get comfortable with a book or a cup of tea.
