Beautiful trip, beautiful photos, and beautiful family. An enjoyable read. I once got to spend some time in Kolkata and was lucky enough to even be there for Holi. It was fantastic, I had gone for a wedding of a close friend from there, who was able to give me the full native city experience. I really enjoyed my visit. Your area looks great too, and the only thing that surprised me here is that you are eating with a ... fork! 😉 When I went to restaurants with my native friends there, they laughed at me for using a fork.
Well, we end up eating by hand :) India's native experience is most happening and engaging.
It really is :) I really enjoy it.