So, The Big Sick. I’m in the camp with the South Asian women who thought the film was funny and poignant and were excited to see a Pakistani guy as the love interest in a Hollywood rom-com, but were less than thrilled at the depiction of Pakistani women.

If your association with Bollywood is over the top dance numbers and predictable plot lines, it’s time to reacquaint yourself! Though cheesy Bollywood films still abound, there has been a new wave of Indian cinema, ranging from small indie films to bigger budget productions—smart, funny, often unflinching. Here are five films streaming on Netflix that are worth your while:

Google how to cook basmati rice and you’ll find numerous methods and rice-to-water ratios. I’ve tried several methods, and my favorite is adopted from thekitchn.com. Works perfectly every time. Since you add the water when it is already boiling, this recipe is easier/faster with an automatic kettle.