We’re off for the holiday but shall return tomorrow, bellies stuffed. Several of us will be descending upon our aunt’s home in New York for a reunion filled with feasting, frolic, and family mayhem. Per usual, the excitement has led us to over plan, with an ambitious itinerary that includes but is not limited to a 5k Turkey Day trot (ahem, for some), hiking, movie watching, Black Friday shopping (or avoiding), and lots and lots of cooking. Somewhere between all of these activities there’s bound to be some beauty talk and the emptying of makeup bags, so we’ll be sure to take notes.

Just in case you need a break between bites (or just a break from your family — kidding. sort of.) we’ve rounded up some links for your reading pleasure:

Practice the soft smoky eye with Deepa Barar’s must-watch tutorial.

Sift through Desi Bride Magazine or dig into Nirali’s archives for that awesome weddings issue if wedding planning is on the brain (but please, nobody get married until 2013 — we’re fully booked for weddings next year).

Make yourself up like a glamorous Bollywood star for no reason; wonder (again) how it’s possible for Indian Makeup Diva to be so gorgeous.

Shop for desi-friendly products from Chamak Makeup.

We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving with the ones you love. See you mañana!

Delicious fig tart & frozen pecan pudding recipe and gorgeous photography by Pure Vegetarian by Lakshmi.