Of Lost Stories, Style and Sass
She wears the crown of elegance oh-so beautifully, and that reflects in her words, work, and the way she carries herself. Here’s Priyanka Mehta - Storyteller, Writer and Entrepreneur, spilling the beans on her most favourites
What is your favourite childhood memory?
This little ritual began in my teenage years and sparked my lifelong love for Chaat. Every Sunday when the clock struck 5 p.m., it was a date night with my mother. We’d stroll to Sambhaji Park in Pune, and end up feasting on a buffet of Chaat. The conversations, the gossip, the laughter, the hogging of Pani puri, and the lingering spice of Bhel - those evenings remain etched in my heart.
The special name that your loved ones call you by:
Kitty or Kitty Bhai
How would you describe your personality while you were growing up
A kid who loved stories more than sleep or toys, curious and chaotic.
Are you in touch with your childhood best friend?
Of course, I am. Her name is Gouri, the calm to my chaos.
An advice that you’d give to your teenage self:
Stop jotting down backup plans in your diary. It all works out because you believe in the universe, well so does the universe. Stop overthinking.
A hobby that defines you:
Storytelling through my travel escapades and hosting wholesome dinner parties
If you could choose a superpower, what would it be?
To pause the time while I am hosting a wholesome dinner for all my loved ones – just when they room is filled with laughter, and scrumptious smell of good food. I’d use my powers for snacks, stories, and keeping the vibe immaculate forever.
Three things that people don’t know about you:
- I am homebody too, contrary to being a social butterfly and travel enthusiast.
- I overthink everything but end up doing the right things.
- I romanticise everything.
Most used app on the phone:
Without a doubt - Booking.com!
What’s your most used emoji?
The smiley with a party hat because life is a celebration 🥳🥳🥳
What’s one item you can’t leave home without?
My phone certainly.
Team Chai or Team Coffee:
Coffee, always.
If you could snap your fingers and become an expert in something, what would it be?
I’d like to understand people without losing the thrill of figuring them out, so I want to master human psychology.
Three things you would want to take if you were stuck on an island:
- Fully stocked picnic basket.
- Of course, my husband, Prayag.
- A scented candle stock.
If you were to pen down your life story, what would be the title of your biography?
Stories Served Hot – a tale of my love for storytelling and style.
...and if turned into a movie which actor would play the lead role:
Priyanka Chopra, my namesake icon.
What would you do if you were gifted a billion dollars, no strings attached?
Money won’t change me. Just that I will have bigger dining table, fancier floral arrangements, and a live-in private chef for good measure, so that I can host more people. I’d also build a dreamy seaside retreat for storytellers and creatives, fund brilliant women with big ideas, and still insist on planning the table décor myself.
What’s one irrational fear that you have?
I fear that one day I’ll stop romanticising the little things.
An artist whose tune you'd love to dance on:
Lost Stories, the most talented Indian DJ and music production duo. Their music makes me want to keep jumping with joy, and of course, because Prayag is a part of it.
A dish that makes your mouth water:
Porcini and Truffle Pappardelle
What a dream Sunday looks like:
My dream Sunday starts with soft sunlight, strong coffee, and Prayag’s sleepy smile. We’d linger over slowcooked lunch at home, and let the day drift by with soft music, full hearts, and nowhere to be.
Would you like to be the President or Prime Minister of India?
Neither
Any parting away words:
Be kind, laugh often, and trust that life has better timing than your plans.