India, April 4 -- For actor Erica Fernandes, the move from the fast-paced life of Mumbai to the global skyline of Dubai hasn't changed the essence of her Easter celebrations. "The shift hasn't changed the soul of the Mangalorean Easter celebration for me," she says.

Easter (being celebrated today) continues to hold a deeply reflective significance for Fernandes.

"It's a season of fasting that culminates in a beautiful Sunday celebration. For my family, it's all about that core family lunch where we come together to enjoy our favourite traditional dishes and a few special Easter sweets," she shares.

Her fondest memories of the festival are rooted in the kitchen. "The best part was always being by my mother's side, helping craft marzipan...