A secret you discovered about Mumbai...
I discovered the colour and festivity. It was new to me.

An Indian product or service you can’t do without?
I have become very fond of sweets, like Soan Papdi and several others. I am also more appreciative of the cuisine. That will stay with me for the rest of my life.

Any fashion tips?
I wish the women here would wear saris or even kurta and pajama. As an artist, I enjoy the folds and feel of fabric.

Dared to try street food?
Oh, yes. I have never had a problem. Or, maybe it is more correct to say I had the same problem regardless. I stick to the vegetarian food and eat at what I consider “clean” stalls. You can eat very well for Rs 20. My favourite is the tandoor vendor who makes roti while you wait.

A phrase you’re bound to hear?
“Hello, what country are you from?”

Your road experiences?
I never assumed a car would stop for a pedestrian and that’s why I’m still here.

What is sexy about Mumbai?
The saris worn by women. They are really amazing.

Truly, madly, deeply, Mumbai...
This city is full of life and always active all the time. There is a lot of colour and music everywhere.

What are the similarities or differences between Mumbai and your hometown?
San Francisco and Mumbai are both big cities along the coast. Both are on the west coast of their respective countries. There is a big Asian population there and there are many Indians. Likewise, Mumbai too has quite a few westerners and people from California. Mumbai is fundamentally different from any city in the US. We are a nation without a long history to anchor us. This can be an advantage in efficiency and in business, but it is often destabilising.