About
Ayesha Azeem
Hello, everyone!
I’m Ayesha Azeem, Your pardesi friend ….a Pakistani in Canada…a proud mother of two boys with a 12-year age gap, a full-time project manager, and a part-time content creator based in Toronto, Canada.
Alongside managing my creative journey on Instagram, I enjoy indulging in Grey’s Anatomy and participating in the #1book1month challenge that I have set for myself
Originally from Pakistan, my family and I made the move to Canada in 2017. Navigating life as an immigrant my heart resides in two places, stuck between the Espresso and Kadak Chai in my life.
I share the relatable side of Pardesi life-cooking homely meals, battling nostalgia, and the unspoken struggles of the immigrant journey. It’s a journey of sweat and tears, not an overnight success! I’m embracing each day as a #CanadianPardesi.
Let’s connect, share stories, and have heart-to-heart discussions.
Dhaani دھانی By Ayesha Azeem
When I moved to Canada years ago, finding ways to stay connected to my roots became essential. On days when I missed home, dressing up in my ethnic clothes or adding a pair of jhumkas to a western outfit brought me comfort. Creating a small corner in my house reminiscent of back home or writing in Urdu in my diary enriched my sense of identity. These small gestures helped me carry my cultural heritage amidst the diverse population here and made me feel more like myself.
This connection to my culture gave me a sense of home, even when I was far away.
I wanted to share this spark of nostalgia and cultural richness with others living in the USA and Canada. That’s how “Dhaani” – دھانی by Ayesha Azeem was born.
Dhaani is more than just a store; it’s a celebration of heritage and a reminder of home. Our unique, limited merchandise effortlessly complements diverse tastes and occasions, allowing everyone to carry a piece of their homeland into their daily lives.
