Holi is more than just a festival—it’s a feeling. It’s the laughter of children running through the streets, the splash of colors filling the air, the sound of drums and music bringing people together, and the warmth of sharing food with loved ones. It’s a day when all differences fade away, replaced by a vibrant explosion of joy, friendship, and, most importantly, togetherness. >>

There are always so many exciting things going on at The Story Museum. I caught up with Ameneh Enayat, Head of Creative Programme, to learn more about The Story Museum and what to expect this year.

I had the pleasure of speaking to Denise Mosciatti, owner of La Smorfia, a family-run independent restaurant located on Cowley Road.

Serving authentic Italian food from pizza to pasta, if you need a bit of Italy in your life, this is the place to go. Alongside their authentic Italian food, a unique aspect of La Smorifa is the fact that they have a separate coeliac and gluten-free kitchen. Catering to various allergies and dietary requirements is very important to them.

Here is how my chat with Denise went…