Hi! I’m Deep-ika -part explorer, part story teller and amateur chef!

I’ve been calling Canada home for the past 6 years and collecting stories (and snacks) from every place in between. My life’s been a wild ride across countries, cultures, and cuisines and I love sharing the highs, the hilarity, and even the awkward moments that come with it all.

I’m someone who’ll happily wander at 4 am just to catch the first light, but I’m equally thrilled to sit on a rooftop and swap life stories like old friends. I’m curious about everything – people, places, how cities breathe when no one’s watching.

Why you should host me?
Because I bring more than just my backpack, I bring great energy, real stories from moving countries, and a warm vibe. I’m tidy, respectful, love a good laugh, and always leave people (and kitchens) better than I found them.

Oh, and if the stars align (aka if we’re both free), I’d love to cook you a comforting Indian meal. Nothing too fancy, just real food that warms your soul and maybe clears your sinuses.

If you’re into great convos, curious humans, and the kind of guest who might become a friend , I’m your gal.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because I believe the best parts of traveling aren’t the landmarks , they’re the people. Couchsurfing lets me see places through your eyes, connect with kind strangers-turned-friends, and share life beyond guidebooks and checklists. Also, I’ve realized my best memories usually involve late-night chats in unfamiliar kitchens with hosts and surfers.

Interests

• culture
• socializing
• hiking
• history
• cultural immersion
• nature
• museums

Music, Movies, and Books

Metal, Pop, Alternate Rock, R&B, AR Rahman, Ilayaraja
Roses and Thorns, Biography, Auto biography, Harry Potter, Fourth Wing and psychology books

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Scuba-dived with manta rays, skydived over Canadian fields, and once cooked Indian food for a group of Colombian police officers. (Yes, it was spicy. Yes, they asked for seconds.)

Run a sustainable clothing business in Toronto

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach:
• Indian home cooking
• Salsa & Bachata basics
• Bollywood dance, Tamil kuthu (aka: party starter moves), and a bit of classical Bharathanatyam if you’re up for some graceful drama

Learn: Anything and everything! I love learning about your culture, your city and your favorite corner store snack

What I Can Share with Hosts

• Home-cooked Indian meals
• A spontaneous dance lesson (or just a fun living room jam)
• Travel stories from 3 continents and 20+ cities
• Insights on culture, sustainability, and starting over in a new country

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Serbia, South Korea, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, India