Tracing The Chinese In Tangra - Part One
A view of Tangra Whenever we have decided to organize a reunion, a birthday bash or an anniversary dinner, ‘Tangra Cholo’, (let’s go to Tangra) has been the unanimous decision. Tangra, a locality in Kolkata is synonymous with the Chinese community. Murky and shady in the morning, it comes alive after dark. Neon lights glitter everywhere. Bright glow signs announce the name of the restaurants. Cheap alcohol and a different kind of Chinese dishes – that is how we know Tangra. While Mainland China and the premium Chinese fare in Park Street were unaffordable to many, Tangra welcomes all and sundry. Loud, boisterous crowd. Raucous laughter greeted makes sure that we feel at home in Beijing or Big Boss. The symbolic red My opinion changed during a walk through Tangra one morning. There is something more than cheap alcohol and a differently styled Chinese. Behind every dilapidated house, lies a story. The brightly painted red gates are just a facade for there is history that is waitin