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Red carpet fashion

Makeup Mantras for Men

The best looks from Cannes Film Festival

Celebrity makeup artist gives some cool tips

Juggling Home and Work

FWD Finds tells you how to get the perfect balance

Hits n Misses

I’m Destiny’s child Mia unravels herself for FWD

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editor’s note MY PICK

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The Perfect Sphere

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he world is gearing up for the football extravaganza of the World cup finals in Brazil. Given the advancement of technology, especially innovative tech that cross over to smartphones in the between years , it’s a wonder that’s new ball FIFA will use in the 2014 World Cup does not have inbuilt Wi-Fi, can send notifications to a smartphone detailing its mood, is hand-stitched from unicorn hide by Bolivian pygmies and releases an atomised spray of Calvin Klein Eternity each time you head it.

Perhaps it’s a generational thing but as modern footballs are broadly the same shape and size as the ones that were used in the first world cup, then it’s hard to buy into marketing spiel that tries to convince you to spend ever-increasing sums of money on round things that still do little else apart from roll and bounce.

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CONTENTS

june/2014

exclusive

Behind the Scene

Photographer Rejibhaskar Model Mia Stylist Smitha Pradeep Costumes Matin Mac (ethics) and Sugar Lips

31 “I owe everything to my family” Brimming with confidence this newbie from Mollywood has made some smart career choices and she owes everything to her family’s prayers. brunch 16 Interior updates 18 Sunday fashion for men

Here’s a list of décor delights that you can add to your shopping list

Here’s a guide to look picture perfect for a brunch

22 Fashion updates Give a twist to your office wardrobe and win oodles of compliments from colleagues

FWD LifeTakes no responsibility for unsolicited photographs or material. All photographs, unless otherwise indicated areused for illustrative purposes only. Views and opinions expressed in the articles are of the authors subjects and do not necesserally reflect those of the editors or publishers. While the editors do there utmost to verify information published, they do not accept responcibility for its absolute accuracy. In matters which may be sub judice, femina takes no legal stand. FWD Life can not be held responsible for products, product information, pictures, illustrations, etc Any information received by us through responses by users / subscribers to the short messaging services (SMS) key codes or such other subscription service of ours will be used in whole or part, in our publications (other than contact information), for our research, individual marketing, strategic client analysis and for other internal purposes and all copyrights in such information will vest with us. Your contact information shall not be sold traded, rented or in any way divulged to any third party unless we are legally bound to do the same.

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features Blog 76 Kerala Express

A unique initiative

by KTDC to promote tourism in the Kerala

work and life 58 Juggling

FWD figures out a formula to balance home and work and meet real women who have done that

62 Flying high The latest fad to hit the city

fashion

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chats 48 Makeup Mantras Celebrity makeup artist Renju shares some tips Strictly for men

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Top Taste

Meet Chef Dominic Joseph of Casino Group of Hotels who believes in keeping delicacies fresh

72 KCA Cricket in Kerala is going through an interesting phase KCA president T C Mathew talks about it.

106 Red-carpet ready Highlights from Cannes Film Festival 2014

104 The Loot Gadgets to bring home this month

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Style Police

Chasing the best & worst dressed political leaders of the country

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Notes From All over news A glance through the major happenings in May

gossips Know the latest from the showbiz industry in case you missed it!

launch New ventures and products are being featured for your info.

Shah Rukh Khan second richest actor in the world Matinee idol Shah Rukh Khan has emerged as the second richest actor in both Hollywood and Bollywood combined list. Wealth-X’s Hollywood and Bollywood Rich List released puts comedian Jerry Seinfeld right on top of the rich list, with an estimated net worth of $820 million. However, it was Shah Rukh Khan, who was the only Indian actor in the top 10 combined rich list of Bollywood and Hollywood stars. Khan was found to be richer than Hollywood giants like Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks, Clint Eastwood or Adam Sandler

Time Ads and team Apothecary invites short film entries Time Ads Entertainment along with the makers of an upcoming flick ‘Apothecary’ is launching a state wide competition for short films. Named “Time Ads Short Film Competition in association with Apothecary”, the organizers are inviting short films with 15-minutes duration for the contest.

The winners will be announced during a colourful event that would be held for movie Apothecary. Apart from attractive prizes and promising opportunities in the tinsel town, the winners will get a chance to shoot the promotional video of Apothecary. The entries should reach by July 10. More information related to the contest is available in the following websites. www.timeadsentertainment.com and www.apothecarythemovie.com.

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Label by Ritu Kumar is out with SpringSummer 2014 bags collection Label by Ritu Kumar has released an exciting and innovative range of Spring- Summer 2014 bags collection. The bespoke pieces range from sling bags, purses and clutches. They come in suede and leather material decorated with coloured stones and beads.

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tit bits Women waste beauty products worth 180,000 pounds Everyone is familiar with women’s beauty addiction and now a research shows that British women waste 5,846 products in their lifetime, amounting to 180,000 pounds.

The study, commissioned by Vaseline, reveals that women are hoarding unused beauty products - in an average adult lifestyle buying 840 moisturisers, 360 nail varnishes and 300 lipsticks. The research shows that 77 percent of women use less than 10 items regularly, despite owning up to 100 in a year. Men on the other hand, own an average of 12 products per annum, 960 in their lifetime and use all of them, with no wastage at all. The top five unused beauty products hoarded by women are nail polish, shampoo and conditioner, lipsticks and lipgloss, perfumes and shower gels.

Audi launches Audi A8L Audi, the German car manufacturer has announced the launch of the new A8L. The latest version offers superior design, hand-built quality, lightweight construction combined with high-end technology. The price of the flagship model starts from 11,579,750. With the new launch Audi plans to consolidate its position in the market.

Production of iconic Ambassador cars grinds to a halt The maker of the Ambassador has halted production of the iconic car, long the choice of Indian officialdom, citing weak demand and a lack of funds and casting doubt on the future of a vehicle that has looked essentially the same for nearly six decades. Hindustan Motors Ltd HMTR.NS said in a statement it had suspended work at its Uttarpara plant, outside of Kolkata, until further notice. Modelled on Britain’s Morris Oxford, the Ambassador was the first car to be made in India, according to the company, and was once a status symbol.

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tit bits Mumbai restaurant uses Drone to deliver pizza Mumbai, notorious for its traffic snarls, has achieved a first in the country after a city-based pizza outlet used an unmanned drone to execute a delivery by taking the aerial route recently.

A four-rotor drone took off with the order from its outlet in central Mumbai’s Lower Parel area and delivered it to a highrise building in adjacent Worli area. It is for the first time that the ubiquitous drone has been used for such a purpose in the country.

Flipkart buys online fashion retailer Myntra In what is the biggest consolidation in India’s e-commerce sector, homegrown e-retailer Flipkart is buying Bangalorebased online fashion store Myntra. Flipkart has informed that it would invest $100 million in the fashion business. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed but a source in the company said the transaction was valued at close to $300 million.

Panasonic P81 with octa-core mobile processor launched Panasonic has formally released its flagship smartphone, the Panasonic P81, in India. Panasonic P81 is priced at Rs 18,990 and comes bundled with accessories worth Rs 2,000 and apps worth Rs 9,900. The P81 features a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with 1280x720 pixel resolution. Panasonic has powered it with True Octa-core 1.7 GHz MediaTek mobile chipset which is paired with 1 GB RAM to deliver smooth performance. By default, the smartphone offers 8 GB on-board storage and memory card slot to support up to 32 GB micro SD card. The P81 has a 13 megapixel autofocus camera and an LED flash in its rear and it claimed to record full HD videos at 30 frames per second.

Besides, the phone has G-sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Bluetooth, WiFi support and 2 megapixel front facing camera.

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Luxury

Interior

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Buyers are advised to act on data after cross-checking

Tenochtitlan Candle Holder The unique Tenochtitlan candle holder was created by Vittorio Locatelli for the Italian manufacturer Driade. It is made of lacquered cast aluminium and is available in different colours. Price Rs14767 app.

Bobo Sofa Bobo, designed by Cini Boeri in 1967, is one of the first examples of a monobloc seat made exclusively of polyurethane foam, without an internal frame. Cover in fabric cat T3. Price Rs 183292 app.

DĂŠcor steals The beauty and functionality of these dĂŠcor items cannot be compared, splurge on them to make your home look sophisticated.

Artemide Logico 3 Light Triple Linear Suspension These luminaries remind of clouds. It is available with a single diffuser unit or with an assembly of three, four, or five diffuser units in a linear or nested configuration.

Price Rs 123752 app.

MERCURIO Mercurio is a comfortable round seat with a mirror like finish that reflects its surroundings. Available in three sizes. Price Rs 166629 app.

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Arana Swarovski lighting design The whimsical and innovative lighting design created by Jakober and Vu uses Swarovski crystals; it is attached to the ceiling plate by its legs which are made from clusters of faceted crystals. Price on request.

Modesty Veiled Armchair This exclusive armchair is made of polyethylene and comes in three different finishing: white, grey and opaline.

Price Rs35904 app.

Ondo sofa The contemporary design makes it perfect for any decor. A sparse supporting frame allows the seat and back to float like a wave. Price Rs 320069 app.

Sleeping tomorrow DesleeClama along with Axel Enthoven, a renowned Belgian concept and product designer has created Innovation and Design Centre (iDC), a revolutionary sleeping concept. State-of-the-art technical features are creatively integrated into the knitted fabric. Price on request.

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MEN

GROOMING

From late night outs to the brunch routes Ready for eggs benedict and margaritas! You better look ready too. Even though brunch is a casual late breakfast, you don’t want to look like what the cat dragged in. The trick is to strike the right chord between casual and formal. FWD gives you some tips.

• In summers wear light materials. If its cooler, try on a jacket.

• Try a seersucker, polo or linen shirt Opt for white if you are not bold enough to try colours.

• We don’t want to see any wrinkles, have your shirt ironed.

• Roll up your sleeves if they are long.

• Button up all the way only if you don’t want to look like you are going to rupture a blood vessel.

• Make sure your short trousers are ironed.

• Ensure they have enough room to accomodate your brunch.

• Try khakis but never ever attempt to wear cargos or denim shorts.

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• Comfort,comfort,comfort • Keep them polished and shining • We don’t recommend sandals.

• Keep your feet breathing, therefore no socks.

• Make sure your shoes don’t have an odour before you step out.

• Get a nice breathable hat to protect you from the sun you can hardly go wrong with fedoras.

• Wash and comb your hair even if you are wearing a hat.

• Use gel or texturizing spray for your hair.

• Keep cool under dark shades • Please take them off when you sit down, we want to see your face.

• Get light weight sunglasses.

• You might have seen the measurements that come with your sunglasses. The first number is the width of the lens, the next the width of the bridge of the nose and the third is the length of one arm.

So check your size before you buy.

• Keep it simple • Match the belt to your shoes, and the buckle to your watch • Make sure your belt is in good condition.

• Break in your belt beforehand.

• Watches are so passé, wear a leather bracelet instead.

• Coordinate the colour with other leather accessories.

• If you feel one isn’t enough, try 2 , 3 ,….

• Want colour? Go for woven ones pair them with your watch if you must.

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MEN

FASHION

A fair share When talking of grooming, why should girls have all the fun? Innovative cosmetic products with latest technologies are flooding the market eyeing men who understands the importance of looking good.

Tom Ford Skin revitalizing concentrate Rs.10975

Acqua di Parma Facial cleansing scrub Rs.2594

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Buyers are advised to act on data after cross-checking

Tom Ford Concealer Rs.3193

Clinique Dark spot corrector Rs.3991 Nubo cell Dynamic overnight recharge Rs.11973

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Angel Men Pure Malt Cologne by Thierry Mugler Rs.7169

Yves Saint Laurent L’Homme aftershave lotion Rs.4490

Armani eye master Rs.3592

Euphoria Men Intense by Calvin Klein Rs.4337

1 million by Paco Rabanne Rs.4639

Boss bottled 6 cologne by Hugo Boss Rs.3916

Bvlgari Bulgari Aqva Pour Homme Rs.3554

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Fashion Women Work Wear

Dressed to the nines Office wears are really tricky, one has to follow the dress codes, guidelines and still maintain a sharp and sophisticated look, FWD adds a dose of style to your 9 to 5 work wear.

Gold Over Sterling Silver High-Polish Modern Oval Teardrop Earrings Price - Rs.6620 approx.

Invitation by Hobbs Invitation Etoile Dress Price - Rs 15004.98 approx.

Damiani Eden Design 18k White & Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet Italy Price - Rs.641412 approx.

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Heart4heart bracelet Price - Rs. 12826 approx.

Jessica Simpson Claudette Price - Rs 4758 approx.

Paraty medium leather shoulder bag Price - Rs.136059 approx.

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18k Gold over Sterling Silver Multi-Gemstone Wide Band Ring Price - Rs.10590 approx.

Hobbs London Lulu dress Price - Rs 11081 approx.

Marcie medium leather shoulder Price - Rs. 135059 approx.

Women’s J Couture Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch Price - 15, 228 approx.

Elizabeth and James Cynnie Mini Bucket Bag Price - Rs.26775 approx.

Love Knot Round Cut Diamond Fashion Earrings in 14k White Gold Price - Rs.64983 approx.

Kathana�s Diamond ring Price - Rs.15200 approx.

24k Yellow gold plated simple Vibrations bracelet Price - Rs.30085 approx.

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in the big league Photography : Rejibhaskar Model : Mia Stylist : Smitha Pradeep Make up: Renju Renjimar Costumes: Matin Mac (ethics)

and Sugar Lips

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INTERVIEW

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Mia

WITH LUCK & PRAYERS

BY HER SIDE If there is one thing Mia can’t do without, it’s her family; a complete homely girl Mia attributes her success to hard work and dedication.

Text Maria John Photos Rejibhaskar

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rom the land of lakes, letters and latex Mia George has indeed come a long way from her television soap days. Dazzling the audience with powerful performances, she is unlike other stars of her generation, tantrum free and taking stardom ever so lightly, Mia’s enthusiasm and maturity shines through her voice. Soft spoken and wise beyond her years Mia is focused on the present and marching forward. FWD had the chance to talk to her about the simple joys of life and movies of course.

How was the experience of playing Saraswati in Mr. Fraud?

It was really exciting to be part of such a big enterprise. Even though the team would seem intimidating, everyone was very supportive and professional. Saraswati is a music teacher and is an important character in the movie. It was a really good experience.

Mohanlal complimented you on your

performance in Red Wine. How was it working with him again?

I never thought that I would get another chance to act with him. He is a really downto-earth person. Up till the moment of the shot he would be talking and interacting with everybody. The moment the director says action he totally alters himself. It is mind blowing to watch that split second transformation.

Are you afraid of being typecast?

It doesn’t affect me. If it seems that I am doing a lot of wife roles, I don’t think there is any problem in that. The audience understands that the character is not who I really am. If the role appeals to me I will do it.

You have a Tamil movie in the works. Do you have a mentor in that industry?

Even though I got a lot of offers, I didn’t know anyone in the Tamil industry. It was during the time of Vishudhan that I got the offer for Amara Kaaviyam which is about two school students set in 1988. The

script was really interesting and therefore I accepted the role.

Kareena Kapoor said that she will not act in a non-Hindi film. Are you comfortable acting in a language that you don’t know?

If one wants to, it is definitely possible. I believe you can learn any language at any point of time. Even though I understand Tamil to an extent I cannot speak. While shooting for Amara Kaaviyam, the director’s friend (who is a Malayalee) helped me with the dialogues. If I had any doubts, I never hesitated to ask. If you set your mind to it, there is nothing you can’t do.

You are currently balancing studying and acting. Where do you get the energy from?

I am currently pursuing my Masters at Pala St. Thomas College. I try my best not to miss classes. If I am in Pala, there is no question of not going to college. There are times when I haven’t been able to utilize my study holidays and have had shoots during exams. I try to learn between shoots

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but it is not always possible.

My friends and teachers are the biggest help. They mark out important portions for me and help me with notes.

So in college are you Mia the movie star?

Quickies

I am Gimi the student in college.

Initially there was the whole ruckus about an actress coming to the institution. People would come up to me for photos and autographs.

Then it all slowly died down. I am just a regular person going to study and I mingle with everybody.

What exercise regime do you follow?

I don’t follow any exercise or any diet. I have always been thin and it is only now that I have actually put on a little bit.

Thankfully I have never had to work very hard at it.

Have you always wanted to be an actress?

It was one of those things that just happened. I was always sure I didn’t want to be a doctor, engineer or nurse. I still took science in my plus two level though. I used to help out a lot of my friends and have been told that I teach well. Maybe if not an actress I would have been a teacher.

What do you like the most about the monsoon?

all the wonderful things outside but finally saying that there is no place like home.

Do you think star kids have it easy?

I think everybody struggles equally. Maybe they have support from their famous relatives, but I don’t know of anybody who isn’t under the same pressure the rest of us are. Lal sir’s brother once remarked that he never gave him any extra boost. Lal sir believed that his brother had talent as a musician and would be able to come up by himself.

Are you open to bold scenes?

As an actress I am open to accepting any role. But it also has to be comfortable with Gimi the individual.

I love being out in the rain. When we were children, we were always told not to get out as it could lead to fever. I remember two years ago during the monsoons, I just went out in the rain irrespective of what anybody said. It was so much fun.

Do link-ups bother you?

If you were to settle down somewhere in the world, where would it be?

Upcoming projects

I would be here in Kerala. Maybe it will be fun to be abroad for a while but eventually I would want to come back to my state. I hear a lot of my friends and family talking about

Definitely not! There is a reason why it is called gossip and not truth. If you pay attention to things like that you won’t have time for anything else. Rumors will always die down.

Favourite movie?

There are so many. But if I had to name one it would be Roja.

Favourite song?

I love music. “Oru mezhukuthiriyude” is lately my favorite.

If you could do anything in the world what would it be?

I want to learn roller skating.

Who would you like to act opposite to?

I don’t think about that. I am happy to do what comes my way.

Pets I am fond of cats. At one point I had nine. Now since I don’t have time, I don’t have any pets.

One thing people will be surprised to know about you I am a lazy person. Things just happen to me.

Who inspires you?

Friends and family! It is from those nearest to you that you learn the best.

Currently I am shooting Hi I’m Tony with Lal sir, Siddhique sir and Biju sir under Jean Paul Lal’s direction. Another project I have is Nayana which is yet to be released.

Amara Kaaviyam in Tamil will be out this year.

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Pretty, Poised in pink

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The Glass Menagerie

Tennessee Williams’ famous play came as a delight to the theatre lovers in the city. After all what is life without a little drama?

Text Maria John Photos Jinson Abraham

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tapestry delicately woven of emotions and relationships. The Glass Menagerie is scripted with a fragility that is inherent with every human sentiment. Kochi was witness to this theatrical masterpiece at the Crowne Plaza. The play was adapted for the Indian stage by Mumbai based RAGE productions and directed by Rajit Kapur.

“Yes, I have tricks in my pocket, I have things up my sleeve. But I am the opposite of a stage magician. He gives you illusion that has the appearance of truth. I give you truth in the pleasant disguise of illusion”

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begins the protagonist Tom Wingfield. Set in the 1930s the play touches upon the lives of a dominating mother and her two children. Jim Sarbh as Tom, the quintessential angry young man, gave a steady performance. To the soft live music of a violin that symbolized the romanticizing of a memory, the protagonist took the audience through his struggles to be understood.

Shernaz Patel as the mother was a force to be reckoned with. Her delivery captured the essence of Amanda Wingfield who has big dreams for her children in a difficult world. With a stage presence that had the audience hooked to her every single word; Shernaz Patel gave a memorable perfor-

mance. The timid and dedicated sister, Laura Wingfied was played admirably Ira Dubey. Her talent was so evident that one could not believe it was the same person who played the exuberant Pinky Bose in Aisha. Kabbeer H Maira played the character James, the gentleman caller.

The Glass Menagerie’s main themes how the characters struggle to accept and associate with reality. Memory can often distort the truth. The beautiful rendering of the characters by the actors and the seamless direction contributed to the play’s success. The production was part of a charity event organized by the Round Table.

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Tech

Updates

Intelligent Technologies Around

So what’s the latest buzz in the world of technology? Here’s an overview of tech stories that have been trending this month.

Arun Stephen Paul CEO & Co-Founder Catacomb Tech Catacomb Technologies, is an innovative product driven-solutions Company with a focus on building tomorrow’s enterprise. Catacombers strive to provide enterprises with strategic insights on what lies ahead.

Panasonic HX – A500 4K wearable camcorder This might be music to your ears; Panasonic has unveiled the world’s first lightweight compact 4K 30/25p wearable camcorder, the HX-A500.

The camera part of the new 4K-toting device can be worn on the head, while the main body which includes an LCD monitor sits in an armband worn by the user. The camcorder’s upgrade to 4K video recording (3820 x 2160) is undoubtedly the headline attraction of the HX-A500, and achieving this at frame rates of 30/25 fps puts it ahead of the current generation of GoPro which can only record 4K video at a more limiting 15 fps.

StratoBus – Midpoint between airship & satellite A consortium led by Thales Alenia Space is developing a StratoBus that may replace satellites in future. It’s a planned autonomous airship that can be launched like a regular blimp, but that will be able to hover at an altitude of 20 km (12 miles) in the stratosphere. According to the company, the StratoBus will be 70 to 100 meters long (230 to 328 ft), and 20 to 30 meters (66 to 98 ft) in width. Its envelope will be made mainly of UV-resistant woven carbon fiber and its two fuel cell-powered prop motors will allow it to maintain its position.

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HereO GPS watch This device may look fancy but it can give parents a great amount of peace of mind as they share the parents’ duty of watching over children when they are out to play. The device pairs with a smartphone or tablet app that shows where a child is at any given moment. Apps will be made available for iOS and Android first, followed by Windows Phone and Blackberry in late 2014. One particularly useful piece of functionality is the ability for parents to draw a “virtual fence” around specific areas, such as gardens or a school, using the map in the app.

Rutledge BookBook case

Rutledge BookBook case Apple accessory manufacturer, Twelve South has introduced a new version of its popular BookBook MacBook case called the Rutledge. Though it has the same basic design as previous BookBook for MacBook cases, the company is proud of a new leather coloring technique that it developed that involves adding and removing color multiple times to enhance the natural look of the leather. The case is available for the 11-inch MacBook Air, 13-inch Air or Pro, 13-inch Retina and the 15-inch Retina.

Apple accessory manufacturer, Twelve South has introduced a new version of its popular BookBook MacBook case called the Rutledge.

Though it has the same basic design as previous BookBook for MacBook cases, the company is proud of a new leather coloring technique that it developed that involves adding and removing color multiple times to enhance the natural look of the leather. The case is available for the 11-inch MacBook Air, 13-inch Air or Pro, 13-inch Retina and the 15-inch Retina.

DigiGage Tel-Aviv based start-up DigiGage has created a new form of digital screen for elevators that can transport occupants to a new environment. Its most impressive feature is a proprietary algorithm that interacts with a sensor, so it reacts to the real-time movement of the elevator. This way the content of the display seems to scroll up and down with the elevator riders, creating the illusion of a window looking out into another dimension. DigiGage has already rolled out the system to several locations across the globe, taking the experience to elevator riders in its home country as well as the US, China, Greece and Italy.

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Fabindia Summer florals

Fabindia presents Summer Florals f

abindia brings you Summer Florals - an exciting collection of garments in fresh floral designs, perfect for summers. Add a chic floral touch to your ensemble with beautiful, block printed and embroidered patterns inspired by the beauty of flowers.

With a special promotion from 18th April onwards at stores across India, Fabindia is celebrating these timeless floral patterns in its wide collection of garments for men, women and kids and accessories.

The garments from this collection highlight floral motifs - bold to subtle in smart silhouettes, flattering fits and interesting details such as Mughal neckline, gadh printed borders, bead work, kota borders and more.

A visual treat for the eyes, these are available in a variety of shades that speak of summer such as green, pink, turquoise, coral, peach, lilac, sea blue, yellow, white and orange. The classic Indian lotus has been showcased in anarkali kurtas, all-time favourite A- line knee length and long kurtas and tunics.

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Made with light fabrics such as cotton, mull and chanderi this collection is perfect for formal, dressy occasions as well as casual wear. For a contemporary twist to hand block printed floral motifs, you can pick from crinkled skirts, palazzos, ankle length swirl skirts, snug fit camisoles with adjustable straps, boat neck tops with asymmetrical hems and front open jackets.

Beside the range of Indian and western wear, the Summer Florals has an interesting range of dupattas and stoles in handloom cotton, chanderi and maheshwari in soft, summer fresh colours that perfectly complement the clothing line.

Take your pick from plain solid colours, prints accentuated with resham borders, jamdani saris to stoles with traditional sujni embroidery.

To complete the look, accessorize with a new range of gold plated silver ear rings and the vibrant range of leather chappals.

For men, the collection offers long, short, super short kurtas, fitted and regular shirts and bush shirts and jackets in cotton and linen. Offering style and comfort, men can choose from prints to solids in cool shades ideal for summers. Cheerful colours and prints in frocks, dresses, bloomer sets, kurtas for boys and girls completes the offering for this collection.

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Tag Heuer

Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre 16 Day Date Automatic Chronograph High functionality and masculine styling make this Calibre 16 Automatic Chronograph a necessity for all lovers of motor racing. A stylish day and date function is positioned at 3 o’clock. A high-tech Calibre 16 automatic movement powers the chronograph functions like central seconds, plus minutes and hours. An open flange design with red accents and large numerals allow for easy readability. The sapphire crystal fitted into the caseback reveals the movement in action.

Materials CASE: Polished steel BEZEL: Black aluminium DIAL: Black STRAP: Fine-brushed / polished steel

Performance Balance frequency: 28,800 vibrations per second (4 Hz) Power reserve: About 42 hours

Display Hours-Minutes-Small seconds at 9 o’clock Chronograph hours-minutes counters Central seconds counter.

Day and Date window

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Ground Floor, Lulu International Shopping Mall Edappally, Kochi - 682 024, Tel: +91 91420 91420

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ulysse nardin

ULYSSE NARDIN caliber 118 Caliber 118 follows the footsteps of Ulysse Nardin’s Caliber 66/67 Sonata, the first timepiece conceived and manufactured in house and Anniversary Caliber 160, but takes innovation a further step forward.

Caliber 118 will be the first member of a family with an in-house –produced and patented DIAMonSIL escapement with the in-houseproduced oscillator adjustable withfour screws and fitted with a silicium 1.1.1 hairspring.

Specifications In-house designed movement COSC certification Escapement, patented DIAMonSIL Oscillator: patented inertial balance wheel I 10 with silicium 1.1.1 hairspring Total diameter: 31.60 mm Total thickness : 6.45 mm Power reserve : 60 hours Number of components : 248 pieces Number of jewels : 50 pieces Frequency : 4Hz, 28’800 v/h

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Oris

the Oris John Coltrane Limited Edition it is the latest addition to the Culture collection, a must have piece for retro watch collectors. The Oris John Coltrane Limited Edition of 1000 pieces is designed to honour musical legend and saxophonist John Coltrane.

specifications • Automatic movement Oris Cal. 733, based on Sellita SW 200, with date window at 6 o’clock • Multi-piece stainless steel case with stainless steel crown. Water resistant to 3 bar • Highly curved sapphire crystal domed on both sides and with anti-reflective coating inside • Special engraved case back fixed by 6 screws and engraved limited number • Black dial with applied indexes and a blue minute track “chemin de fer” • Polished nickel hands • Black leather strap stainless steel folding clasp • Special velvet-lined box with a pillow like interior box

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Swatch

SISTEM BLUE This is what the proud makers say about Sistem51 watches, it turns the world upside down; the front tells the time, the back tells the story. Swatch Sistem51 is the first and only mechanical movement with fully automated assembly. The high-tech escapement has no regulator; the rate is set at the factory with a laser, making the manual rate adjustments normally required by a mechanical watch unnecessary.

SPECIFICATIONS Family : Originals Strap material : Silicon Case material : Plastic Functions Date : Automatic

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SISTEM BLACK

Swatch Store: Ground Floor, Lulu International Shopping Mall Edappally, Kochi - 682 024 Ph: 91425 91425

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luxury

Expensive Cigars and Liquors

Expensive

Smokes

and Spirits

FWD picks out luxury cigars and liquors for the ‘chosen few’ who are really worth it.

The Macalan 1926 Fine and Rare

Arturo Fuente Opus X BBMF Price per stick: $79 BBMF (Big Bad Mother…) is the rarest cigar in the market sold only as single sticks.

Cohiba Behike

Stradavarius Price per stick: $34.70 Stradavarius has a mix of Nicaraguan, Dominican and Mexican tobaccos rolled in Dominican habano seed wrapper leaf. It comes packaged as ten cigars in individual coffins inside a humidor chest.

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Price per stick: $450 The Cohiba Behike Cuban cigar is one of the world’s most expensive cigars named after the tribal chief of the Taino Indians. Each cigar contains 18-yearold tobacco which has been soaked in a $2,500 bottle of Louis XIII de Rémy Martin cognac.

Gurkha Black Dragon Price per stick: $1,150 Hand rolled Honduran blend- rich, leathery cigar housed in a 5 hand- carved camel bone box. The specialty of this cigar is that its owner personally doled out every single cigar and produces only 100 boxes in a year.

Price: $75,000 Dry and concentrated with a little licorice aftertaste, it stands to be the most expensive whiskey in the world. Though it’s sold out and before it turns history, this unique single malt scotch whiskey can be tasted at the Old Homestead Steakhouse in Atlantic city, New Jersey.

Gurkha His Majesty's Reserve Price per stick: $750 Infused with Louis XIII Cognac, the filler and binder is handrolled in a very special and nicely aged Dominican-grown Connecticut shade wrapper.

The result is a memorable smoke, chocolaty and velvety.

Louixs

Mendis Coconut Brandy Price: $1 million It’s the world's first clear brandy distilled from the essence of coconut flower and matured in special Hamilla wood casks. For its unmatched smoothness, the aged premium clear spirit can be had neat or on the rocks.

Price per stick: $50.00 Goldwin Metropolitan Company, manufacturer of the Louixs cigar claims that it is “the finest cigar money can buy.” It is made for the Beverly Hills Cigar club in a six inch by sixty ring gauge size and is available only as a single cigar in a rosado wrapper.

Rémy Martin Louis XIII Black Pearl Cognac Price: $80,000 Produced from wine grapes grown in the Grande Champagne territory of Cognac, France, the world’s finest cognac is made using a special blend with aromas of vanilla, cream, spiced flowers and fruit, aged between 40 and 115 years in ancient oak barrels.

Tequila Ley.925 Price: $225,000 Made of 3.6 kilos of pure platinum and 6,400 diamonds, for a total weight of 415ct, the bottle of tequila is an art in itself. Its vigorous character, brightness and nobility make it one of the best Jalisco Tequilas.

Scottish Diva Vodka Price: $1 million It is an unusual drink customized for the buyers by Blackwood Distillery.

Each bottle is filled with crystals and gemstones and as the vodka is poured, the liquid is filtered by the diamonds on the bottle.

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Makeup mantras Renju Renjimar

5 STEPS TO BE A WEDDING CHARMER

Celebrity makeup artist Renju Renjimar is known for his natural ability to enliven an ordinary face with a stroke of brush. FWD is all ears as he shares some styling tips just for men…

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en and makeup were two words that never went together until the 20th century. Apparently, now as men too use a lot of makeup, we thought of giving a quick guide to what works best for them and what does not.

How do you get ready for a wedding? We’re not talking about fitting into a suit or accessorizing it with pocket flowers and cufflinks; but something more like the concealer, foundation, cleansers, toners….. Or even if you do, how many of you get confused as to what comes first– eye makeup or foundation ? Worry not. We have makeup artist Renju Renjimar guiding you, in very easy steps of how you can put your best foot forward while getting ready for someone’s wedding.

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Go on for a cleansing and toning session using Body Shop’s cleanser and toner. Apply the cleanser, leave it for three minutes and then wipe it off using a damp cotton swab. Apply the toner which helps to restore the skin to its natural pH level and remove any remaining dirt or dry skin cells.

Start your grooming at least two hours prior to the event. First of all, go in for a perfect shave as makeup and beard is not a great amalgam.

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Reader’s Concerns: I have this unruly, unmanageable hair and I always find it difficult to maintain it. Some say that using a hair gel or hair spray in the long run can affect the texture of my hair. What can I do about it?

Use a hair gel (L’Oreal/Chamber) by adding few drops of water to it. Blend it using your palms and apply it thoroughly on your hair and style it the way you want. And always make sure to wash it off before hitting the bed.

How to choose coloured lenses matching with ones skin shade?

Proceed to use a moisturizer (Bobbi Brown or L’Oreal) to make sure that your skin won’t dry up. Gently massage it on your face in upward motion till it blends with the skin. Leave it for 5 minutes and then move on with the foundation bit.

For the light skinned, any colour would suit them the best. The whitish can pick shades in brown and those on the darker side can opt for colours like dark brown, hazelnut.

I have an oily skin and so soon after applying makeup, the oil washes all of it in patches. Is there any solution to get rid of the oil secretion?

Before applying makeup, wiping your face with lemon juice and leaving it for 5 minutes and then washing off can be a help to some extend from melting down your makeup.

Must Do’s in a Month Head massage/Hair spa Facial/Clean up Pedicure and manicure

4 If you’ve blemishes or under eye circles, hide them using a concealer. I would suggest you go for a ‘Derma concealer’ that has numerous shades matching to each one’s skin colour.

Use the one which is one shade lighter than your skin tint. Apply it with your forefinger under your lower lashes and between the inner corner of your eyes or elsewhere required. Use fingers to rub it in and pat it over every area till its visibly absorbed.

Hair trimming Never keep changing your face wash as it can make your skin look dull.

Concealer Buying Tip

While bagging a concealer, test it on your wrist and see which color covers your skin in the most natural way.

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Hiding the Lines and Wrinkles

As areas around the lips, eye and mouth are the most elastic spots of our face, once you sweat there are chances for the foundation to run down in layers getting settled into creases and wrinkles.

And instead of hiding the imperfections on your skin, this makes it more vivid. So to prevent the makeup from getting accumulated on the wrinkles, use a skin tightening makeup gel after washing your face with a face wash and before applying the concealer and the foundation.

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Now apply the foundation. Use a branded foundation preferably from Bobbi Brown, Dolce & Gabbana, L’Oreal or Lakme Creamy mousse. Make four dots on your face using the foundation; on both sides of the cheek, on the chin and forehead and blend it thoroughly.

Those with an oily skin must stay away from using a cleanser, or using cleansers formulated for oily skin can be an option.

It is better for a guy not to wear a compact or to use a guyliner, as over makeup can add femininity to the face.

Choosing the Foundation

Now, with all the tips and tricks at hand we hope you are ready to rock, but most importantly remember to keep things simple and classy and above all be yourself to get that inner-glow.

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Those with a dry skin must opt for a liquid foundation, normal skinned for a creamy foundation and the oily skinned must pick a sticky foundation. Follow it as this is the kind of makeup that suits your skin type.

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Sachin pilot Looking good Mr. Pilot though we would have opted for closed footwear…

Mayawati Does she pick a colour for the week and stick on to it throughout..? No doubt it’s a thumbs down for the BSP leader.

Narendra Modi Modi adds colour to the political wardrobe. Not a seam out of place.

Rahul Gandhi The masses would have fallen for this look but hopefully a special lady will.

Style

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Politics of fashion

With their unique style and signature fashion elements, most of our politicians can make our movie stars run for their money. But there are a few who seems they were born in the same attire and look and are dull as ditchwater. Let’s catch the culprits.

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Jaya Prada What more could you expect from a cine star turned politician? Jayapradha clicks a pretty picture.

Omar Abdullah Here is a man who knows how to dress for the occasion.

Jayalalithaa Jayaram She never steps out of line as far as fashion is concerned. Plenty of shoes…?

We never get to see any with all those sweeping saree pleats.

Sonia Gandhi She gets it politically correct from the pearls to the peep-toes.

P Chidambaram No one can separate Mr. PC from his dhotis but what’s this? Shoes, socks and dhoti? Here is another confused politician.

Arvind Kejriwal One wears sandals when it is warm and socks when it is cold….think Mr. Kejriwal got confused..

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Cricket Superstitions

‘Spell’ bounded…

Superstitions for a super charged day, FWD looks at some amazing fallacies that our cricketers follow religiously.

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part from skill, presence of mind and tons of prayers, our cricketers rely on some extra zing while on ground; no we are not talking of aerated soft drinks and health drinks but simple lucky charms and beliefs that are supposed to be winning factors of the game.

Yuvraj Singh He wears a jersey with number 12 on it, as his birthday falls on 12th of December, which also happens to be the 12th month of the year. Number 12 seems to be his lucky number. He also wears a black thread on his wrist.

Sachin Tendulkar It seems even the god of cricket was bowled over by superstition, Sachin Tendulkar, used to put on his left pad first while going out to bat.

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MS Dhoni Dhoni was born on July 7 – 7th day and on the 7th month. He too sports the number seven on his jersey.

Mahela Jayawardena The elegant right-hander is known for kissing his bat while batting.

Virat Kohli For him it was his pair of gloves. In fact he once said, “I’m used to wearing the same pair of gloves with which I’d been scoring.”

But now the fallacy revolves around wearing a black wristband.

Zaheer Khan A yellow handkerchief is his lucky charm.

He carries it for most of the crucial matches.

Michael Clarke For him, music is the spice of life. He listens to loud music before going to bat.

Steve Waugh A red kerchief in his left pocket was his lucky charm. It has family sentiments attached to it. It seems that hanky was given to him by his grandfather.

Harbhajan Singh Whenever it was his turn to bowl in a match, we have seen him bending forward for a moment of prayer.

Sourav Ganguly He always carried the photo of his guru in every match he played, apart from the chain we used to see him wearing all the time.

Sunil Gavaskar Who wouldn’t want to be wished before going for a crucial game? Sunil Gavaskar‌. he never liked to be wished before walking out to bat.

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Model

Spotted Riyadh Mohammed Age:

27

Height:

183cm

Interests:

Modeling, acting, sports

Ambition: To be a top level international model

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photographed by Jinson Abraham

Beauty with Brains Albia Joseph Kallungal Age: 22 Vital Stats: 32-28-36 Height: 170cm Interests: Travelling, modeling, surfing Ambition: To be a civil servant

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photographed by Jinson Abraham

FWD finds

Women and work-life balance

Strike a work-life balance

Finding a perfect harmony between work and personal life is no rocket science, but the reality is that very few can achieve and sustain it, read to know how…

Text Thabitha Marion Photos various sources n the contemporary world, women are at par with the opposite sex in all respects, be it in profession, qualification or talent.

However there is one face that still remains unchanged – the work-life balance. It’s never easy being a young mom, trying to juggle a full-time job with a family life. “I think most of the working women doubt their capability to handle the family in a well balanced way, because they only get limited time for this, compared with non working women and they start feeling themselves guilty for the same and most of them compare themselves with others,” says Manjusha Emmanuel, Psychologist, Tree of Life, Kochi.

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mix is leaving her exhausted. “There is ceptable for Monisha Srichand, Director too much to do at work and home”, says - TalkItOver Counselling Services, BangaAnna Jacob, an IT professional. “I’m tired lore. “Sharing household tasks whenever for most of the day and find it hard to possible is a good way to improve the concentrate at work,” says Preethi Nair, an interaction between a husband and wife. advertising executive. And for our third reResearch shows that husbands who share spondent Dr. Namritha Gopan, “Week days I household tasks tend to have happier count stars managing my work at the clinic wives,” says Monisha. and at home and weekends as they are the Are you one among them torn between only days my husband gets to unwind, I fulfilling your career potential and watchdon’t nag him asking for help.”

Husband and Wife Miles Away Most women whose husband’s work abroad lack the But then the opportunity to share their emotions, they tend to keep manner in which their feelings within and gradually it becomes the part Namritha keeps her of their life but this is not healthy for their physical and husband away from mental wellbeing because later these cause problems even in their relationships. So find ways to express your joining the weekend feelings (friends, parents, siblings).They all can be of household chores help. seems to be unac-

ing your kids achieve their milestones?

Or on a deadline, locked in back-to-back meetings or preparing a high level report.

But come what may, your personal or household chores don’t stop – you still have to organise children’s parties, chase up swimming lessons, sort out childcare or host dinners for husband’s boss.

Juggling responsibilities with work pressure and domestic tasks, almost half of all working mothers feel the same all the time. When such helpless situations arise, they think of quitting their demanding jobs or giving a second thought for a part-time job. Are these some sort of a magic bullet?

Experts are of the opinion that whether you work part time, full time or stay at home full time with your kids, there are Tips For ‘worked up’ Women Try relaxation techniques (Yoga, Dance, Gardening, and Painting).

Find time to spend with friends.

Spend quality time with children.

Go for Outing, Try spa and take care of yourself. Ultimately ‘help yourself’. always compromises. Whatever hours you choose to work or if you choose not to work at all, it comes down to being compassionate with yourself and your choices.

The key is to chalk out a plan, get organized, and find the right balance between profession and parenthood.

“Stress and tension which has been faced by married woman are either self made or due to lack of attention and encouragement they deserve from their partner,” says Manjusha Emmanuel. “And the only remedy to it is to express your feelings to your family let them help you to come out of that. Spare some time to ventilate. When you feel stressed and tensed stop what you are doing and relax,” she adds.

When it comes to work life balance, there are no fixed rules. It all depends on an individual’s choice - prioritising, adjusting and deciding on what you are and are not prepared to forego. And while making up your mind, remember!

Pay no heed to an onlooker’s advice instead follow your intuition unless you feel like opening up to someone for suggestions. Try not to be a perfectionist where it is not required. For instance, you’ve always done the laundry at home and you’re finicky about it being done in a systematic approach and when your husband offers help to wash clothes once in three days you disagree as he doesn’t do it your way. Here you’re being

a perfectionist for something which you can turn a blind eye. Look at it this way Better that it’s done every alternate day than to have a heap of laundry that takes all weekend i.e., choosing ‘good enough’ over perfect.

At work or at home, if you are someone who tends to say ‘yes’ to extra responsibilities and thereby takes on too much and gets overloaded, here are a couple of techniques. If someone asks you to do something more than your share or an appeal is made to your submissive nature, say that you’ll get back to him/ her in some time and you use that time to think clearly about whether to say yes or no.

If you’re feeling conflicted with your work/life balance, remember that it does take a while to work out what’s right for you as an individual.

How We Did It.....

Hillary Clinton - "Our lives are a mixture of different roles. Most of us are doing the best we can to find whatever the right balance is... For me, that balance is family, work, and service.”

Cindy Crawford - "I like to work. The

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self-esteem and satisfaction that I get from working makes me a better person, which makes me a better mom. I feel lucky because I have the luxury of working only one or two days a week."

Michelle Obama - "Women in particular need to keep an eye on their physical and mental health, because if we're scurrying to and from appointments and errands, we don't have a lot of time to take care of ourselves. We need to do a better job of putting ourselves higher on our own 'to do' list."

There are days when everyone is fussy, fighting and late. Gracie has long hair, and sometimes it's such a fight to brush it in the morning and get her ready for school. But I think about the days when she'll be too big and tall. She won't ever let me brush her hair then, so I enjoy the little moments now even though they're not perfect."

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Me and my husband work in an MNC, as we have no one at home to look after our litle daughter, reluctantly we send her to a day care school. Though she is having a jolly good time, I feel insecure and tend to think whether I’m being a good mother?

Nowadays the society’s expectation from a child is like chalk and cheese.

The more independent the child is, the more capable he/she will be when they grow up. The early on lessons your child learns from a day-care is sharing, cooperation and how to socialize. So don’t feel guilty, your child is blessed enough to learn those at this small age.

Malaika Arora Khan – “I have not faced any problem with the work I’m doing. The dates are nicely spaced out, if I’m out the whole day, then the previous day is spent with my child... I try and balance it out in a way that I give him quality time as well. I strongly feel that it’s very important to spend quality time with kids, especially in their formative years.”

Oprah Winfrey - "If you neglect to recharge a battery, it dies. And if you run full-speed ahead without stopping for water, you lose momentum to finish the race."

Faith Hill - "There's no secret when it comes to juggling career and motherhood...

Readers Concerns

(Courtesy: Manjusha Emmanuel, Psychologist, Tree of Life, Kochi.)

I have two sons and the younger one who is just three years old is a bit too naughty. I have my mother-in-law at home and lately she said that she finds it difficult to manage him. When I’m at office, I picture the mess at home and get worried. Do you think temporarily quitting my job is the only solution?

Quitting your job will be like adding fuel to the fire. Better you send him to a nursery for half a day or assign some activities to him. I think he is a boy with lot of energy which has been used in an unwanted way. So try using his energy in a positive manner and make him learn new things according to his age.

We’re a married couple and both of us are IT professionals. After the day’s work when we get back home, both of us are washed out and irritated. A silly argument turns into a big fight and we cut off our communication for the next couple of days.

Pooja Bedi – “To maintain a work life balance you need to work on yourself and prioritize things. It’s important that you learn the art of time management. What works for one person isn’t going to work for the other. So work it out to find how you can maximize all your roles as a mother, daughter, wife etc. Do not forget your individuality in the process.”

I find a common problem in IT professionals. They are very good at communicating via machines, but when it comes to face to face conversation; it’s a poor show. As you both are a newly married couple, try not to drag your fight more seriously as you don’t have enough life experience. Try to find quality time for each other, take time to understand each other. Key to it is a healthy communication.

As per IRS Q4 2012 AIR DATA (unduplicated readership of TNIE + Dinamani + Kannada Prabha)

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Flying Club Albatross Flying System

Conquering the skies

With more and more people choosing flying as their adventure sport-cum- hobby. FWD explores more about this high flying fad‌

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f all the dreams that man has ever had, none has been as ardent and strong like his desire to fly like a bird and those dreams have led him to invent all sorts of innovations and technologies. Albatross Flying Systems, the largest manufacturer

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of Aerosport equipment in India today has always aspired to give the common man a unique experience of flying at an affordable cost. The company formed in 1999 manufactures Power Hang Gliders, Microlight Aircrafts, Hang Gliders, Paramotors and Wooden Propellers for small aircraft.

Among this the Microlight aircrafts are

hugely popular among flying enthusiasts.

Microlights or Ultralights Microlights are beautifully built aircrafts that comes in affordable prices. Though the technical specifications depends on which country it is manufactured, in India under the Directorate General of Civil Aviation

(DGCA) guidelines a single-seater Microlight aircraft can have a maximum weight of 330kg and a wing area not less than 10 sq metres. A two-seater Microlight aircraft can have a maximum weight of 450kg with same wing area dimensions. Also, compared to heavier single engine aircrafts, Microlights are easy to operate, maintain, transport and store. The highly advanced features and performance makes them better contenders.

Requirements for flying a Micro light...

One has to obtain a Microlight Pilot License (MPL) from DGCA to fly a Microlight aircraft.

The candidate needs to have 60 hours of flying, complete one oral and three written exams and also have to go through police verification. The training includes Navigation, Meterology, and Communication, as per syllabus provided by Directorate General of Civil Aviation.

The best time to learn One always has to be cautious about the weather conditions. Ideally, October to March is the best time for training. To get trained in flying a Powered Para Glider or Powered Hang Glider one has to shell out anything between Rs 50,000 and Rs.1.5 lakh. But for Microlight training, the cost

could come around between 4 and 5 lakhs.

Buying a Microlight Microlights are bought by businessmen, doctors basically anyone who takes flying as their hobby. Before purchasing a Microlight, there is an important formality of security clearance to be undertaken. One has to get a security clearance from Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) after which one can approach the manufacturers for buying one.

So get ready for the aeronautical adventure that will give you a thrilling experience of a lifetime.

For more information on machines and training you can contact Albatross Flying Systems No. 111/4, Kaveri Nagar Horamavu Agrahara Main Road Cross Horamavu P.O Bangalore- 560043 Phone: 080-28444466

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Bipasha chose an embellished black Rocky S gown with a train

Hrithik cut a dashing figure in his well-tailored blue jacket

Sridevi hit the style target in a sparkling Oscar de la Renta gown

A Glimpse of IIFA

The 15th International Indian Film Academy Awards IIFA was held at Florida, Tampa Bay from April 23 to 26 honouring the best performances in the field of Indian cinema. The extravaganza was enjoyed by an overwhelming crowd of 20,000 who were entertained and enthralled by stars like Hrithik Roshan, Madhuri Dixit, Ranveer Singh and Priyanka Chopra.

Stars pose for a Selfie

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Kareena pulls this Armani creation in style

Kevin Spacey showed off his Bollywood dancing skills with Shahid and Deepika

It was a heavily embellished Rakesh Agarvwal gown for Vaani Kapor at IIFA

John Travolta showed off his moves as he shook a leg with Hrithik

Stealing the show this year was director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’, which won the award for the Best Picture.

Farhan Akhtar and Deepika Padukone walked away with the best actor and actress award.Veteran actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha was given the Lifetime achievement award,while Hollywood star John Travolta received the ‘Most Popular All time International star in India’ award.

Priyanka’s choice was a gorgeous Monique Deepika looked super in this red lace Lhuillier gownby Lebanese designer gown Zuhair Murad.

Farhan Akhtar bagged the best actor trophy for his powerful portrayal of Milka Singh

Kalki wore an elaborate Gaurav Gupta gown

For Malaika it was a beige lace saree from Vikram Phadnis

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Travel

Cabo San Lucas

The sunshine city Designed in the form of a maze by the natives centuries ago, getting lost in the town of Mykonos is an enjoyable experience. It lets one explore the city and fall in love with the place.

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t is believed that this Greek island is as old as Greek mythology and the large rocks that form the mystical island of Mykonos are giants killed by Hercules. Taking its name after its first ruler, Mykons, the beautiful island lies in the South Aegian Sea and is part of the Greek Cyclades. Enjoying sunshine up to 300 days a year, the sea, the wind and the weather-beaten little whitewashed churches combine to give the town a vibrant allure. With pristine beaches and hordes of premium eateries, Mykonos caters to the party goers and the peace seekers alike, where elegance meets simplicity.

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Getting there

By Air Mykonos has an airport that facilitates domestic flights from Athens (Eleftherios Venizelos ATH) and direct International flights from the UK. www.olympicairlines.com www.aegeanair.com www.easyjet.com

By Water Mykonos is a ferry ride from Piraeus and Rafine (Athens’s two ports). Depending on the type of ferry it can take anything between 2 to 5 hours.

The town is a known stop for cruise ships touring the Greek Islands. There are two

ports. If you are docking at the new port, take the cruise shuttle bus to town or a taxi. If you arrive at the old port, the town is within walking distance. www.bluestarferries.com www.hellenicseaways.gr www.gtp.gr

Timing If a summer bustling with tourists is not for you then spring and fall are the best times to visit Mykonos.

Things to do Mykonos has everything a Greek island has to offer and more. So get your free town map from the various shops along

with plenty of sunscreen and explore. Cars are not permitted within the town but everything is easily accessible. A public parking lot has been provided on the outskirts.

Beaches: Miles of golden sandy beaches surround the island of Mykonos. The southern beaches are more crowded but with the best sand and views. The north coast is less developed but still as pretty. Some prominent beaches are Paradise and Super paradise beaches known for their parties and Ornos and Psarou for families. The beaches are surrounded by cafĂŠs and other amenities which make for the best beach life.

History & Architecture: Mykonos is the perfect place for a history or architecture buff. There are churches, castles and museums. The town is famous for the Kato Mili or windmills built in the 16th century. The island of Delos as the birth place of Apollo and Artemis has many archaeological sites and places of historic interest. Little Venice is an 18th century village which is the most romantic spot in the town to watch the sunset.

Water sports: “The Island of the wind� attracts many sport enthusiasts from around the world.

So try your hand at surfing, jet skiing,

diving,yachting or sea parachuting.

Food: Various restaurants around the town serve delicious Greek cuisine including Kopanisti,mezes and louzes. Choose from your pick of chic to arty restaurants. Mykonos has a very vibrant night life.

Places to stay To get the best of the exotic atmosphere be sure to find a room with a balcony to take in the stunning views of the sea and sunset. Each year, more resorts pop up on Mykonos Island making this a great location for island vacation. Be sure to make reservations in advance if traveling during the busy summer months.

Mykonos Grand Hotel and Resorts (5 star): with beautiful water views and sumptious food @ Rs.25, 000 per night app. www.mykonosgrand.gr Semeli the hotel (4 star): located on the coast with spacious rooms @ Rs.10, 000 per night app. www.semelihotel.gr Portobello boutique hotel (3 star): situated 10 minutes walking distance from the old port @6500 per night app. www.portobellohotel.gr

Things to remember Greece is not organized very well for disabled person. If you are a person with special needs, book early your special cabin for disabled.

Make sure you have enough money.

You will find ATMs but many restaurants do not accept credit cards.

There is a particular dress code to enter a church or a monastery. Visitors should be properly dressed.

The official monetary unit of Greece is the Euro and no other money is accepted.

There are three types of hospitals in Greece: large hospitals with all the proper equipment, small hospitals in the country towns and some islands and medical centers for even smaller or remote areas. If a patient needs special care on an island where there is no hospital, then he is transferred by helicopter to the nearest hospital. There are, of course, private doctors in Greece who offer high quality services and speak excellent English.

In case of emergencies, dial 100 for police and 166 for hospital care.

Pharmacies in Greece work in business hours, closed on weekends.

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Luxury Yacht

Seven Seas

Across Seven Seas…

The yacht encompasses such magnificence that it can cruise smoothly at 20 knots in a variety of seas, probably a reason why it was named Seven Seas by its celebrity owner Steven Spielberg.

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aised in a desert state like Arizona, the legendary director Steven Spielberg has never really been an ocean lover, in fact in one of his interviews he admits of being little afraid of the ocean. But it seems these were things of the past, last year the director announced his 30,000 mile dream cruise named “Verneing”. So, if you are wondering what persuaded Steven Spiel-

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berg to take some time off from his work and go for a long holiday in the sea, then the answer is Seven Seas, the $200 million mega yacht with exciting features.

The Cayman-Islands registered, ocean going vessel with the navy hull was built

by Dutch shipyard Oceanco under the project name Y706 in collaboration with the designers Nuvolari & Lenard, Azure Naval Architects and the Wright Maritime Group.

The highlight of the yacht is an infinity

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pool with a 15-ft. glass wall that could also be used a movie screen, so that Spielberg and his guests can enjoy a movie while taking a dip. This luxury yacht is also fitted with ‘zero speed stabilizers’ which work at anchor, increasing on-board comfort

SPECifications Length

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45.28ft /13.8m

Builder OceanCo

280.41ft /85.47m

Gross Tonnage

2750 Tonnes

Exterior Designer Nuvolari & Lenard

Draft

13.12ft /4m

Interior Design Nuvolari & Lenard

Crusing Speed

14 Knots

Built | Refit

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when the yacht is stationary, particularly in rough waters.

Interior Seven Seas has a contemporary interior blending walnut, teak and rosewood interspersed with natural materials, fabrics and colours. The upper deck forward of the atrium, exclusively for the owner’s use, extends outside past a plunge pool to a foredeck which, thanks to a mooring deck below, is free of any equipment. This area is totally private with access only from the owner’s suite. The main salon is fully equipped with a professional projection system and a 5 x 2m screen which, coupled with two rows of raked seating,

will transform into a screening theatre.

Adjacent to the main salon is an imposing 250m² area which can host everything from casual al fresco dining to a black-tie gala. Whilst using this dining area, guests enjoy a skylight which may be dimmed

by LCD. On the main deck there are four large guest suites and a full width VIP stateroom; separate on the terrace deck is a secluded VIP stateroom. Formal circular dining seats 14 located on aft upper deck.

Amenities At anchor Stabilizers , Swimming Pool, Beach Club, Gym, Jacuzzi (on deck), Helicopter Landing Pad, Movie Theatre, Dance floor, Tender Garage, Swimming Platform, Underwater Lights, Lift (Elevator).

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Feature Aham

Aham: A fine sartorial elegance

FWD in conversation with Dinu Elizabeth Roy, a talented designer in her own right, who is known for combining the innate beauty of craft with contemporary designs, adding the sheen of glamour to any fabric.

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howcasing the myriad talents of the Indian craftsmen is Aham designer boutique in Sasthamangalam, Thiruvnanthapuram. Every piece of fabric and jewellery in the boutique is handpicked from various parts of India by the extremely talented Dinu Elizabeth Roy. What sets Aham apart is their custom made designs. Aham in Sanskrit means ‘I’ and the boutique designs and creates unique ensembles that are tailored to an individual’s preference.

Aham designer boutique has an ardent fan following on facebook. “The initial sale through Facebook gave me the confidence to start a boutique” says Dinu. She has customers from all over India and abroad.

A major part of the customers approach the boutique after seeing the designs online or by word of mouth. Products can be ordered from the catalogue on facebook and it will be couriered to you anywhere in India. Home delivery is available in Thiruvananthapuram. A variety of materials from Jute Silk, Tussar, Kota, Chanderi to cotton are available in the store. These materials can be mixed and

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matched to create exquisite pieces.

Hand embroidery, cutwork and printing can also be done on request. Embroidery includes phulkari, kantha, arya and zari works. If a material is not available in a particular color or type, Dinu can have it ordered. Aham gives you designer wear within a budget you desire.

Dinu stresses on the fact that individual preference is of utmost priority in the boutique.

Dinu personally coordinates the designing in person or by phone. On the first meeting with her, ideas and preferences are discussed. On the

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photographed by Jinson Abraham second meeting, samples of materials are shown and decided upon. Each design is done in mind to highlight the client’s best features. A popular trend now is to buy the dupatta first and to design the outfit around it. Dinu procures beautiful dupattas from Kolkota and other material from Jaipur, Bhagalpur, and Andhra Pradesh etc. The boutique also showcases home linen and jewellery.

Terracotta and metal jewellery done by tribes from Orissa are very popular with the home crowd. The jewellery too can be customized to match with the outfit. There is also a wide selection of screwpine bags, mobile pouches, bottle holders and baskets. These too can be personalized and dyed any colour.

Inspired by Dinu’s two year old daughter, the boutique has now come out with a collection of comfortable formal attire for children known as ‘Little Princess’.

Dinu and her sister have always been interested in coordinating their wardrobe. She remembers how they once created an outfit out of a dupatta. Friends and family became regular customers and the seed for Aham was thus sowed.

Dinu dons many hats as a mother, wife, entrepreneur and air-hostess. Though

work takes her away for the better part of a month, Dinu still finds time to coordinate her home and boutique while personally dealing with the clients.

Client interaction is something that she thoroughly enjoys. It was with the gentle prodding of her in-laws and husband that Dinu made her passion a reality. There were initial difficulties with financing and sourcing which have been overcome. It is quite a tedious task to find sources and craftsmen who will give you quality product. Dinu’s love for travelling has taken her to different parts of India and exposed her to various crafts. Through trial and error, Dinu has now coordinated a dependable team of tailors, craftsmen and sources. She says that to start a boutique the three important things are to define your target group, have the confidence and patience to make it work and to start small. A lot of boutiques start with a major investment and find it difficult to make the return. It is always better to start with a comfortable investment and expand as you go along.

Support from her family and friends are what keep Dinu going. And with that kind of encouragement Dinu is enthusiastic about planning more stores in Kerala

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Feature

Kerala Cricket Association

Batting for talent

Mr. T C Mathew, the President of Kerala Cricket Association is credited for taking Kerala cricket to a new level. In a quick round of chat with FWD, he talks about an ambitious action plan that will mould young talents and bring them in the national level.

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magine if Sachin Tendulkar was from Kerala. Would we have more kids shouting ‘sixer’ instead of ‘goal’ in our parks and grounds?

Malayalees have been associated with football more than cricket. But that might not be true anymore. The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has a plan in motion to bring out the next ‘master blaster’ from the

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state.

Formed in 1951, the KCA has been working hard to put a system into place that would attract more talent in Kerala.

They have been gaining a lot of recognition as of late especially with the appointment of KCA president Mr. T C Mathew as the team manager for the India tour of New Zealand 2014. FWD sat down with Mr. T C Mathew and Mr. Jayesh George (Joint sec-

retary) at their office in Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Cochin to talk about our national game. Of his New Zealand experiences Mr. Mathew is candid. Being the team manager (which is on a rotational basis) is a great recognition for BCCI members. The Indian team is a well oiled machine and so his role as manager was smooth sailing. The time in New Zealand was exceptional he says as he got to be around great players like Dhoni

photographed by Asmeena A and Kohli. “We need such iconic cricketers from our state to inspire upcoming players here” says Mr. Mathew. He predicts that the Kerala team will have more national players in the next couple of years and a Ranji Trophy win in the near future. For this the KCA has drafted a mission for 2020 which will see cricket reach new heights in the state.

Cricket in Kerala faces many challenges. Students generally look for secure jobs and not many companies offers job for players other than State Bank of Travancore. Most schools don’t have cricket programs or grounds and their coaches are generally from non-cricketing backgrounds. Therefore opportunities for

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cricket students are negligible. Climatic conditions are not favourable either.

Practice sessions are not possible due to rains which happen just before the start of the cricket season. “We have to send our players to other states for practice” says Mr. George. Mission 2020 starts with the basics: infrastructure. With the assistance of the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) the KCA has built stadiums in Krishnagiri and Perunthalmanna with new stadiums in each of the 14 districts already in planning stage. The KCA which started with three employees has over 200 employees now with well equipped offices in every district. CASH (Cricket Academies and Sports Hostel) Kerala project which started

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in 2009 has been a successful venture where students are provided with all possible facilities including hostels, equipment, uniforms, training facilities etc. In 2013 the KCA adopted 432 girls and boys into the academy with full scholarship. Nowhere in India has a cricket association taken up such a big challenge. The KCA also has the maximum number of A-level coaches which is on par with that of West Bengal. They are also currently training physiotherapists, trainers and curators.

The result of these efforts is evident by the qualification of the Kerala team for the ODI and T20 in 2013 and the T20 in 2014 at the national level. Former Indian cricketer Chandrakant Pandit has taken over as cricket director and the team is flourishing under him.

“We need to inculcate an attitude for sports in Kerala” remarks Mr. Mathew. He recommends that students start as early as age 9-10 for

training in basic fitness. By the next two years they should find their skill level in cricket. The first category for tournaments is under 14 and then they would move to under 16, under 22 and under 25 categories. Mr. George is enthusiastic about the tournaments they are planning at school and state levels. More than 1000 students are expected to participate and it will really boost the spirit of the game. All the expenses for the tournament will be borne by the KCA along with cash prizes for the winners. Now that the wheels have been set in motion, the KCA is geared up to face an exciting season of cricket. Maybe we will see many more of our girls and boys wear the Indian cricket jersey soon. Howzat?

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Feature

kerala Blog Express

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Kerala blogged It cannot get more diverse and exciting than this, 27 bloggers from 15 nations, travelling the length and breadth of the state, sharing a strong passion for blogging. The ‘Kerala Blog Express’ organized by the KTDC was one of its kind initiative to promote ‘Gods on Country’ before world audience. FWD tracks their path.

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arun Gaur (from India) is ecstatic about Kerala. “I am taking a lot of memories back home”.

As part of the Kerala Blog Express (KBE), Tarun and 26 other bloggers had been touring the state for two weeks.

They covered it all; from the temples to the palaces, tea estates to serene beaches,

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backwaters to the forts and ethnic art forms to native cuisines. The bloggers talked to FWD about their love for the state, photobombing and other nuances of traveling with fellow bloggers.

The sense of camaraderie was evident as we sat around talking about their experiences. They were all world renowned bloggers among which were international

award winners. For most of them it was the first time that they were traveling in such a group as normally they travel either solo or with family. “It was challenging” says Nelson Carvalheiro (Germany). Even though the scope of each blog was different, the bloggers found themselves being taken to the same places which proved the task they had a little daunting. There

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would be a hundred thousand pictures of the same thing, Nelson continued to say. But soon they settled into their own niches, helping each other out and imparting tips. Dalia Harrington (USA) tells me that they had really bonded over the trip and did things people in groups tend to do like photobombing and taking pictures of people sleeping. Some were even planning future trips together.

The go to man for anything for the group was Manoj Vasudevan from the KTDC (Kerala Tourism Development Corporation) team.

Rutavi Mehta, Kenny Jacob and Manoj Vasudevan were the hosts

from the department side and the team was all in praise of their efforts. To have the right guide is as important as anything else, they tell us.

A few of them had been to Kerala before. But never like this. Vijay Nambiar (India) states that his perspective of Kerala has changed with this new experience.

For some it was the first time they had heard of the state. Most travelers are always struck by the fact that you could experience everything from the beach to the mountains here. Also they could not believe how different the North of India is from the South. . “Kerala should be the first place in India that a tourist should visit.

You can ease into the culture here, relax and then get ready to face the euphoric North India� says Oscar Neto (Brazil). He has also become a fan of Kalaripayttu, the martial art of the state. Vijay Nambiar remarks that Kerala has always been projected as a family destination and therefore the KBE could be instrumental in bringing the rest of the tourist crowd to the state.

The bloggers did wish they had more time in each place, though the packed schedule

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helped them to see more in the two had some really delectable dishes to offer. week span. They were greeted warmly For the food bloggers Kerala was indeed wherever they went and since everything the place to be in. was planned, the trip went on Photo courtsey Anto Frames seamlessly. Yet another aspect that got the appreciation of the bloggers were the regional cuisine.

Merushcka Govender (South Africa) replies that she must have had at least five different fish curries.

The cuisine was so diverse that every time she comes, there would be new things to try. “I am even dreaming of When asked, how they managed to coconuts” jokes Anita Bora (India).Did the find time for blogging in between? They spice levels deter anyone? Shawn Coomer laugh and tell us that initially they did (USA) says he loves spicy food and Kerala find it difficult to stay connected through-

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out the trip as few places had fast internet connection. However, Social networking sites like Facebook and Instagram made their jobs easier, but the actual blog requires work and would be written once they got back to home.

Social networking is the phenomenon of the century and KTDC had rightfully tapped into its potential to promote god’s own country. Hailing from 15 different countries the team was unanimous in their praise for the organizers, who had brought people together to enjoy one of the 10 best travel destinations in the world according to the National Geographic. They are hoping that the KBE becomes a regular feature as ‘Kerala is one of those places you keep coming back to”.

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Relationship after sex selfie

Would you dare for an A‘ fter Sex Selfie’?

Sex might not be a taboo in 2014, but it is still an intimate form of action that doesn’t need to be shared with other people who are not involved.

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here’s a new ‘Selfie’ trend every week and with each new trend things are getting more culturally devastating. The most private moment between couples are out there for the world to see in the World Wide Web, making the rounds on social media net-

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works like Instagram and Twitter. The word ‘Selfie’ has been going in around for some time, but the latest buzz word is “After Sex Selfie”. Filming or photographing a picture of post-coital bliss on social media is the latest fad. The ‘After Sex Selfies’ page that was launched only a couple of months ago has already amassed a quarter of a million

followers, but at the cost of privacy and decency. It has now become a widespread practice, a growing number of men and women are happily posting ‘sex selfies’ soon after engaging in the real act, with full knowledge that they can and will be searched by anonymous eyes.

A survey done by AshleyMadison.com,

the world’s largest extra-marital dating site says that when it comes to posting ‘after- sex- selfie’ 71 per cent of British male respondents and 69 percent of women have taken a ‘sex selfie’ - compared with 60.19 percent and 51.6 per cent globally, respectively. These images

show everything from people lying in bed together to one night stands with a stranger. Clearly, it is a way of pushing digital boundaries, the shallowest gesture of modern life serving no other purpose than self-gratification. According to CNET, there have been almost 3,000

such pictures so far on the site, with people fully clothed and snuggled up to their partner. Now, trends like these that catch up quickly would also perish as fast as they began. But on the other side let us be warned about another selfie replacing the current one.

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Relationship Quiz

Are you

official about it?

Workplace romances are a point of consternation for companies. The debate continues whether we should turn a blind eye to it. Be it as it may, are you sure your workplace friendship is harmless or something more? Take this quiz to find out….

We all know that a good amount of our time is spend at boardrooms and work stations. So, it’s not surprising if one has an emotional connection or has a strong feeling for a particular colleague. FWD quiz gives you chance to analyze your feelings.

1.Do you have more fun with your office friend than with your partner? a)Yes b)No c)Sometimes, I do spend most of the day with him/her

3.Are you sexually attracted to your colleague? a)Yes b)No c)He/she is definitely good looking

2.Are you secretive about your workplace friend with others? a)Yes, why would people need to know about who I’m friends with b)No of course not c)I don’t talk about him/her all the time…

5.Do you seek emotional support from your friend? a)Yes b)No c)Sometimes

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4. Do you disclose your secrets now to your friend instead of your partner? a)I do b)Why would I do that c)There are things that I’d rather tell my friend

6.Are your colleagues uncomfortable to be around you and your friend? a)They do seem to be avoiding us b)No c)They have asked me about it, but of course there is nothing to worry about Answers: a)You don’t need any more questions to make it clear as to what is going on. You are in the danger zone. And while you are at it, find out your company rules regarding office romance. b)You have a great friendship at work.

Congratulations! c)You seem to be in denial. You need to check the rule book too. Take a firm stand as to what you want.

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Lounge 1 - minute movie

The movie is

‘Precious’ ‘Precious’, the 1-minute movie stresses the need to conserve our natural resources for a cleaner and greener tomorrow.

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e all have at least once in our life answered this question, that what do we consider the most precious thing in the world and we quickly to come up with some cliché answers like relations, health and wealth but here are a group of men who feels the resources gifted by nature is the most precious thing in the world and that’s exactly why they have named their maiden venture, ‘Precious’, a 1-minute long movie and the first one of its kind in Kerala. Since, movies are considered the easiest and smartest medium to influence minds, metromatinee.com, South India’s leading movie and entertainment

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portal and the brain behind the concept chose the silver screen to illuminate the use this significance of World Envi- QR code ronment Day to watch to viewers. the movie Launched on June 5th World Environment Day by none other than renowned filmmaker Kamal, Precious, conveys a strong message of conserving our natural resources and environment for future generations, it urges the importance

of utilising natural resources wisely for a cleaner and greener tomorrow. Thoughtfully made, Precious was conceived by the young and talented cartoonist Ibrahim Badusha. The movie is animated and directed

by Manoj Kumar M, who has proven his mettle with many thought provoking short films. Shaji A John, CEO of metromatinee. com who has handled all the production related work of the movie tells us that the crew is all elated by the success and wants to show it to a wider audience, to begin with Precious will be screened at kindergarten , Schools etc. He also adds that 1-minute movies have huge potential in the present scenario and they want to tap the possibilities, 1-minute movies could be used as fillers for TV Channels, Railway Stations, Airports and even Bus Stations etc.

With facebook, whatsapp, youtube and other popular social media ruling the roost, these movies can be popular because it creates maximum impact in just 1-minute.

top taste fwd

This month on Top Taste we have Chef Dominic Joseph, General Manager, Food and Beverage of Casino Group of Hotels who believes in keeping things real and fresh. As I walk into his workspace at Casino, I feel as if walking into someone’s home; kindness at the door and great aromas from the kitchen, I am charmed by the culinary wisdom and master techniques of the chef.

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Interview Dominic Joseph

Food focused “To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art.” Going out of the box, Chef Dominic Joseph gets smart when it comes to stirring our minds with his creative dishes.

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What’s the signature dish?

I don’t have a signature dish. I don’t believe in it, I can’t imagine having a dish for 25 years. You see what’s in the market and I learn to focus on whimsical food.

Whimsical is quite an interesting word, anything fishy lately?

Putting a twist on the regular fish curry with a touch of sweetness, I have prepared a fish wrapping in bacon Pancetta. The meal was served with red curry and balls of tapioca. On the sweet side, I’ve prepared Bacon ice cream and Pop corn ice cream.

Today I have prepared a burger that’s made out of Chinese buns and the pork belly.

What made you walk on the line of whimsical?

When I went to study at the Culinary Institute of America, New York, the Chefs were mostly European, which was basically the mother food, yet I wanted to move away. While working at Vermillion ( a Latin and Indian restaurant) at Manhattan, I met Graham Elliot. Specialized in Molecular gastronomy, we interacted at a Sandwhich bar and that changed my life.

Any stereotypes to strike off in the art of cooking?

I hate fine dining; the basic is that a meal should have an outburst of flavours and an immense palate. This could even be a simple sandwich.

The most successful element of your cooking…

Fresh ingredients! Here at Casino, you

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will never have a menu for the seafood.

The seafood is fresh from the ocean and not even refrigerated, that’s why you cannot predict what’s on the menu! I do not necessarily believe in importing meat from New Zealand, since the freshness is lost. It also increases the carbon footprint.

There are so many things over here that goes undiscovered, usually over here the butcher throws away the pork belly, but it’s got a great taste.

You like the motto “capture locally”, what are you favourite Indian Ingredients?

Cilantro and tamarind!

Fusion cooking is in, what will be next best fusion cooking trend?

Fusion is Confusion quoted by the great Chef Thomas Kelller. Latin American and

Indian food is a great combination. From similar geography and palates, both countries have a bridge that connects them.

Usually there’s misconception that fusion cooking involves just mixing sauces, I think Latin American and Indian connection is based on peppers.

It’s a global village, how about Global Tastes?

With the help of television, they’re getting familiar with the terms. Globalization has lead to the trend of junk food. Mc Donalds promote junk food. We recently took at as corporate social responsibility during the culinary session of SuperChef, how to prepare meals on a healthier level. The idea was to teach children good food habits and healthy practices in cooking. In Kochi, people are dinning out more and mostly stick

to meals of their comfort zone and now attempt trying other types of cuisines.

You’ve emphasized a lot on the heath factor, how does it stand out in your cooking?

Going to the basics of using healthy ingredients such as natural salt free off cyanide, whole spices unlike the packaged ones and freshly grown herbs in the garden. And minimising the usage of preservatives, how to retain freshness…

What makes the dining experience ultimate at Casino?

The service, a strong connection with the guest and the staff. There’s a teaching about the personality and how to make the dining experience comfortable. There’s an intangible connect having to serve our food.

A few meals that we cannot skip by at Casino’s?

Seafood- fresh off the shore Tharavadu has great Mutoon biryani prepared by Chef Asif Ali and Pork Belly Bao.

Quickies If your kitchen was on fire which ingredient will you save?

Who would you serve your signature dish to?

Bacon

My whole family

What’s the one dish you’re grateful the world discovered?

The timeless dish you have to serve anytime, anywhere?

Tacos Your laziest and easiest breakfast…

Ceviche

A country apart from India that amazes you with its cuisine…

Fried Egg

America

Who cooks the most at home?

A twist to a famous Indian dish…

My mom

Adding a little more than a pinch of salt into desserts.

If you could uncover the recipe of a famous meal, it would be?

A word to describe your food…

Paella – Spanish Biryani

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Cargotecture

argotecture has been making waves in the building industry by providing quick and cheap shelters. Combining cargo with architecture, this alternative building style has breathed life into the countless number of shipping containers lying unused at the ports. Be it a house, a school or a shop, designers have reinvented the shipping container into something more than just a box.

Public Housing Completed in five months in 2001, the Container City is comprised of studios and living spaces. The City is environment friendly with over 80% of the construction made from recycled material.Located at Trinity Buoy Wharf, London, it was expanded in 2005 to accommodate offices.

Schools A shipping container was converted into this beautiful school outside of Cape Town for 25 students.

Designed by Tsai Design Studio in South Africa, the 120 square meters of space is converted into a library for the entire Vissershok primary school in the afternoon.

Public spaces Platoon Kunsthalle a cultural centre in Berlin, is made from 34 containers which can be rearranged to accommodate any kind of exhibition.

Thinking out of the box Cargo containers when used innovatively can solve land and housing crisis in cities.

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Retail Puma city is also a movable/ portable structure of 11,000 square feet. Designed by LOTEK architects, it is comprised of 24 containers and has been making waves in the prefabricated buildings circle.

Pool The Tommy Hilfiger Denim – Bread and Butter Fashion Trade show not only made a mark in fashion but also in Cargotecture. Glass panelling and wooden trimming were used to compliment the overall industrial look of the show.

Art “Trade Deficit”, a series of shipping container sculptures by Joseph Riché located in the RiNo district of Denver.

Quickies Malcolm McLean developed the shipping container in the 1950s Average life of a shipping container is 20 years The standard size is 40’ X 8’ X 8’ There are lakhs of shipping containers lying unused at ports HyBrid Architecture + Assembly, Seattle coined the term “Cargotecture”, Advantages : strength, durability, cost, availability, fast construction Disadvantages : chemicals used in the container, high cost of refurbishing, needs insulation from heat and humidity

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Restaurant Made of three containers (two twenty feet ones on the ground and a forty feet container at the higher level) the restaurant was designed by Aavishkar Architects and Interior Consultants, Kochi. The restaurant was constructed and installed within a month’s time and saved up to forty percent in costs compared to a conventional building.

Residences This San Antonio guest house is just 360 square feet.

Designed by Poteet Architects, it has a living room, study area, bathroom and patio.

Located in San Jose, Costa Rica this home is made of two 40ft shipping containers. Benjamin Garcia Saxe created this cozy residence on a $40,000 budget. The structure is raised from the ground so that the bottom surface of the container does not get damaged due to contact with the soil. Between the containers is a passage that brings light and ventilation into the house.

The walls are sliding glass doors that create a light and airy feeling to the structure. The interiors are modern and minimalistic.

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Interview

Chris Wolf

FWD is starting a special section for pets.

Readers can send in their concerns to petscare@fwdmedia.in. Chris Wolf from Wolf n Pack, Dog training and k9 security services will answer your queries.

A RARE AND DARING ACT FWD meets Chris Wolf, a qualified canine trainer who has made the impossible possible; he has successfully tamed a wild beast with only endurance and perseverance as weapons.

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hris is no ordinary dog trainer, he is a behavior specialist for canines, who has undergone intensive and advanced methods of dog training from Germany. He has the unique experience of taming a cheetah in Bahrain. Talking to FWD Chris revealed

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his plans to open a Big Cat Boarding and Training centre in Dubai by 2015.

Chris as a canine trainer and your accomplishments‌..

As a trainer I’m known for fixing dangerous behavioural disorders in canines, tactically training dogs of any age, breed and

personality for personal protection. We are the first dog training institute to start k9 security services in the state and bring in the concept of bouncer dogs in the country through the famous celebrity cricket league, Wolf n Pack also introduced private training school for canines and drug detection dogs for the Kerala police.

But the greatest accomplishment came when I got to tame a ferocious big cat in the Middle East.

The experience of getting trained in Germany and the experts in this field whom you got to interact with……..

I got the opportunity to get trained and work in Germany under trainers who use the traditional and advanced methods of dog training and so I consider myself lucky to be exposed to most of the techniques early on in my career. Since Germany is origin of most of the dog breeds and techniques in canine training, I had the chance to work with the finest trainers on the planet. During my stay there, I was also actively involved in training German police dogs in Hamburgh for the sport of shutzhund (protection dogs). And also as my teacher there trained the US marine cops, I was lucky enough to get updated with the advanced training techniques.

A comparative analysis on the methods of dog training being followed abroad and in India...

Unlike the outdated British methods of dog training practiced in India till around 2012, lot of changes has occurred in training methods and even in the pet industry. They happened because the dog owners were getting educated about training methods.

Moreover in most of the countries, owners themselves were training their dogs

and if they need any professional help in between, they approach an expert.

The difference felt in India is the lack of evaluation of the drive temperament and energy of dogs before training, when compared to training protocol followed abroad. One of my co-trainers from Germany, during his visit to India was coaxed by me to enlighten a couple of dog owners here. He returned with some interesting observations. “I trained some dogs and took back the art of yoga from this great country”. So the country has to offer its part in each subject, I am working hard towards that goal.

To train a big cat in the Middle East, what made the royal family search for a trainer in India and that too

from Kerala?

India has a big place among the people of the Middle East, especially those who tame leopards and use them as pets as Indians have been doing so from the time of Akbar and Humayun. They used to tame leopards or wild animals and keep them as pets or use them for hunting. Over here what had happened was the Royal family had employed 8 trainers from different parts of the world and finally thought of looking for someone in India. There were no leopard trainers. But they found someone who trains aggressive canines, and contacted me. I took their offer and flew immediately.

After finding the right dog owner, go through the following features of the trained dog: Is the dog scared when hearing an obedience command?

Is the dog scared or nervous while a leash is being applied?

Does the dog shy out, urinate or growl when the trainer approaches?

Is the dog hyperactive and disobedient?

Is the owner well educated in terms of dog training?

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How was it to live with a wild reactive 4 year old cheetah for 29 days? For her, does the bond she shared with you remain for a life time, just as in dogs?

My days with the wild animal unveiled my true weaknesses and my inner strength; I will try to depict my emotions during the period like this... I was relishing the novelty and excitement of a child, weakness of a hostage, pleasure of a smuggler, pride of a gangster and the thrill of a teenager, with no more fear left to experience.

Animals always put two things together and try to understand the situation.

Towards the end of training, she started associating feelings of trust, comfort, play, happiness, hunger, respect and taste with my scent, voice and looks and submits to it.

This association made our bonding strong, similar to what we experience with dogs.

This association will be permanent as it is in a part of her brain from where she can recollect it.

Was the cheetah encounter an encouraging factor for you to start a Big Cat Boarding and Training Centre in Dubai supposedly by 2015?

Yes it’s true that the cheetah encounter

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What Wolf N Pack expects from a trained dog and its owner: A dog that shows interest to obey the owner A dog that is active as well as submissive A dog which is confident A dog who respects the owner’s personal space A dog who can obey the owner amidst distractions An owner who corrects and appreciates the dog with consistent timing An owner who is calm and confident An owner who knows the animal as it is, and who refrains from humanizing the dog An owner who knows to groom, administer medicines and feed the dog.

I would direct you to choose a trainer who is capable of training the dog and guide the owner to reach the above standards.

was a big milestone in my career. This international recognition helped me gain confidence of the big cat owners in the Middle East, especially in Dubai ...and since it’s a new trend in Dubai to keep leopards and panthers as a prestige symbol and taking them for a ride in their Ferrari is a cool thing to do, it surely did boost my progress.

There are a lot of trainers who are not aptly skilled. How can one determine whether a dog is send to the right trainer?

Dog owners need to have knowledge about the popular dog trainers and training schools in the country. They need to Check out the trainers who are accessible as to whether they carry a reputed background.

Once you are sure that the person is a certified trainer, contact at least five dog owners with whose dogs he has worked on. Keep in mind that the dog owner with whom you are verifying should have been actively involved in the process of training, for want of a studied opinion. If not ask for another contact. When the dog owner is not showing necessary interest/ involvement in the process, we can never blame a trainer for a disobedient dog.

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Fifa Facts

Fascinating facts of

FIFA

FWD brings a few things you may have missed out about FIFA 2014

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he 20th edition of the FIFA World Cup has begun with host nation Brazil taking on Croatia in the competition's opening game at the Arena de Sao Paulo

in Sao Paulo. Here are some interesting nuggets of information about the month long extravaganza.

• The World Cup being held every four years usually allows a few nations to experience the event for the first time.

This time around, Brazil 2014 will witness just a single new nation at the finals, with Bosnia-Herzegovina ready to feature at

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their first major tournament.

• From north to south, the 2014 World Cup will see matches take place in 12 different cities, more than any other finals on record there will be games in Manaus, Fortaleza, Natal, Recife, Salvador, Cuiaba, Brasilia, Belo Horizonte, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paolo, Curitiba and Porto Alegre.

• FIFA have released a breakdown of which nations have bought the most tickets so far, naturally, Brazil have the lion's share, with around 62% of all tickets so far going to Brazilian residents and the United States snapped up more than 65,000 tickets followed by England.

• There are no less than eight previous winners of the FIFA World Cup set to take part in Brazil 2014.One of those, of course, is the host nation; Brazil have won the World Cup a record five times, the last of which came in 2002. Italy (four wins), Germany (three), Uruguay, Argentina (twice each), England, France and Spain (once each) are the others.

• The 2014 FIFA World Cup mascot is named "Fuleco," as voted for by the Brazilian public. He is an armadillo who can curl up into a football.

• The final of the 2014 World Cup will

be played on Sunday, 13 July, at the Maracana Stadium, now revamped and rebuilt.

BIZZARE MOMENTS IN THE HISTORY OF

FIFA WORLD CUP • The Jules Rimet Trophy was stolen before the 1966 FIFA World Cup which was held in England. The Trophy was missing for about one week and was finally found by a dog named ‘Pickles’.

• Mexico has two rather unenviable records to their name; they have been knocked out of the World Cup finals more times than any other nation (except one) without winning a single game. This has happened on six occasions: 1930, '50, '54, '58, '66 and '78.

• Mexico also has another record outright that of suffering more World Cup finals defeats than any other nation.

• Probably, one of the funniest facts associated with the World Cup involves the penalty shootout of the great Italian footballer Giuseppe Meazza. In the year 1938, he got a chance of a penalty kick against Brazil. While he was about to do so, his shorts fell down. Despite this malfunction, he picked up his shorts, and made the goal beating the goalkeeper who was still laughing. This pushed Italy to the finals.

• One record that stands to be broken is that of the all-time record goalscorer at the World Cup finals. The current holder is former Brazilian striker Ronaldo, who plundered a total of 15 goals during his days with the national team.

• In the year 1950, India qualified for the World Cup in Brazil. However, they could not make it to the big event as they were accustomed to play barefoot, and FIFA required all players to wear shoes during matches.

• Vuvuzelas were a huge feature from the 2010, World Cup in South Aftrica however, this time they will be replaced

by Caxirola.

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Event Crafts and Weaves

Weaving Dreams Crafts and Weaves, the two-day exhibition brought fifty women artisans under a common roof to promote their creative skills Text Simna Nahas Photos Jinson Abraham

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t is easy to create your work of art at home but finding customer base and promoting such products is challenging.

‘Sankalp Creative Ventures’ a platform that helps female artisans sell their products organised a two day show titled ‘Crafts and Weaves’ at the Rotary Bal Bhavan,

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Panampilly Nagar, Kochi. Priya Menon, founder of Sankalp Creative Ventures says the purpose of the shopping festival was to promote, encourage and empower women entrepreneurs financially by providing a market avenue for their products. To help her with the program, Priya roped in people and NGOs’ that work for women in the interior areas. Kriti, a non- profit

organisation who works for women and children in Filmnagar slum, Hyderabad; Porgai and Shalom that works for the upliftment of women artisans. of Sittlingi Valley in Tamil Nadu and Nilgiri Hills respectively Kriti helped women of Filmnagar slum to develop their skills to make a range of unique patchwork bedcovers, light

quilts, cushion covers, deewan sets and many other home furnishing products.

The speciality was that they used ethnic fabrics like kalamkari, mangalgiri and ikat.

This initiative was to supplement them with income and also provide education for their children. Porgai with the support from Tribal Craft Initiative was able to revive the nearly extinct traditional craft-

the intricate embroidery in the clothes of Lambadi women. It gave an opportunity to train their younger generation this unique, intricate artwork and provide them an independent livelihood. Shalom’s vision is to become a force that transforms the lives of the women of Toda tribe by bringing into market their tradition of rich Toda hand embroidery- the authentic black-and-

red thread work. They had beautiful home furnishings, apparels and accessories that had their signature Toda embroidery on it.

Karnika; handmade clay jewellery, Hues n Shades; an artistic inspiration taken from tribal art forms, Grasshopper; crochet and terracotta accessories and Ann’s Mehendi and helmet art were some other interesting stalls that were worth a visit.

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Gadgets

Cool Gadgets

top shelf fwd

Samsung Z First commercial phone to run on the brand new Tizen operating system.

Price : ` 35,000 (expected)

AOC Portable Monitor

Disclaimer: Price and features are subject to change.

Buyers are advised to act on data after cross-checking

Slim and light, the AOC E1659FWU is a portable monitor that can fit in your bag and one you can carry around with you anywhere you go.

Price: ` 10,000

Nikon D7100 A perfect camera for all SLR enthusiasts and the ‘semi’ professionals.

Price: ` 82,000

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Bayan Audio SoundBook X3 An expensive but high quality speaker with great sound output and amazing looks.

Price: ` 24,000

apps to try

Swarm

Threes

Lookout

A well designed app from Foursquare that helps you check-in and find your friends, nothing more, nothing less.

The brilliantly designed original slide and stack game that inspired a series of popular clones.

A security app that gives you play-by-play details if your phone gets stolen.

Qrcode Android

QRCODE iOS

Qrcode Android

Qrcode iOS

Qrcode Android

Qrcode iOS

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International

Cannes Film Festival

Highlights from the

Cannes Film Festival 2014 67th

When it comes to red carpet events nothing can beat the glamour quotient and celebrity arrivals that are seen during the Cannes Film Festival and this year too the event did not disappoint the shutterbugs.

The 67th Cannes Film Festival that was held from 14th to 25th May was graced by A-listers from Hollywood, Bollywood and beyond.

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Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan poses as she arrives for the screening of ‘Deux Jours, Une Nuit’

Robert Pattinson poses during a photocall for ‘The Rover’

Mexican-US actress Salma Hayek-Pinault holds a cardboard reading ‘Bring back our girls’, as a sign of support for the kidnapped Nigerian schoolgirls

Actress Freida Pinto poses as she arrives for the screening of ‘Saint-Laurent’

Canadian actor Ryan Gosling arrive for the screening of ‘Lost River’

US actress Blake Lively poses.

Australian actress Cate Blanchett poses with an entertainer disguised as dragon Krokmou

US socialite Paris Hilton poses as she arrives for the screening of ‘The Rover’ Actress Sonam Kapoor poses as she arrives for the screening of ‘The Homesman’

Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan poses as she arrives for the screening of ‘The Search’.

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Food Back to School Recipies

Lip smacking lunch recipes for children FWD brings four easy to make lunch box recipes for children that are yum, fun and nutritious.

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acking lunch boxes for kids are no kids play and if the child is a picky eater it can give mother a tough time.

Even the world’s best chef cannot persuade them to get down a meal.

Moreover, while packing lunch for children there are a lot of factors that needs to be taken care of like its flavor, appearance and nutritional benefits.

sides up on a baking sheet and lightly toast the shredded chicken. Spread 2 tablespoons of marinara or tomato on cut side of each bagel half.

Top each half with 1/4 cup chicken and sprinkle on it 1/4 cup cheese. Broil bagel halves an additional 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

cheese Preparation Heat the oven over medium-high heat. Add oil, followed by beef and spices and cook it for three minutes. Add broth, water and tomatoes. Bring it to boil. Stir in macaroni, cover and cook it for ten minutes or until macaroni is done.

Heat milk and cream cheese in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook it for four minutes or until cheese melts, stirring frequently.

Remove from heat. Sprinkle the cheddar, add cheese sauce to macaroni mixture and toss it well.

Chili-Cheese Mac

Cheesy Chicken Bagel Pizzas Ingredients 2 plain bagels, sliced in half 1/2 cup marinara sauce or tomato sauce 1 cup shredded smoked chicken breast 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese Preparation Preheat chicken. Place bagel halves, cut

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Ingredients 1 teaspoon canola oil 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 teaspoon chili powder 2 cups of beef broth 1 cup of cooked beef 1 cup water 1 cup diced tomatoes and green chillies 8 ounces uncooked macaroni 1/2 cup fat-free milk 4 ounces of less-fat cream cheese 4 1/2 ounces of finely shredded cheddar

Tuna Salad Sandwich Ingredients Canned tuna 2 tbsp Mayonnaise Lettuce (as required) Cheese of your choice Brown bread A pinch of crushed pepper 1tsp green onions

Salt Preparation Mix tuna with mayonnaise, green onions, salt and pepper. Serve it on the brown bread with cheese, lettuce and pickled veggies.

Tips and Tricks for Veggie Haters Parents to set an example

Barbecue Chicken Sloppy Joes Ingredients ½ cup chopped tomatoes 2 cup shredded smoked chicken ½ cup grated carrot 1 tsp barbecue sauce Parsley Hamburger bun Preparation Toss chopped tomatoes and shredded smoked chicken and carrots with barbecue sauce and heat through. Toss the mixture with chopped parsley and pack it for your kid with a hamburger bun.

Let your child watch you having more veggies in different forms and flavours.

Explaining that red spinach ‘helps you grow’ or ‘it’s good for glowing red cheeks’ is more effective than saying that, ‘it’s healthy’.

Make food fun Relating healthy food to fun things or a game which your child likes can be a smart way to feed your child with a few bites of greens.

Implement the ‘one-bite rule’ Never lose hope when your child refuses to have a veggie, as its quite natural for kids to reject some kind of food eight to nine times. So here what you can do is to ask your child to try at least one mouthful of his/her rejected food whenever it is served at home.

No fights over food One of the prevalent misconceptions with regard to feeding children is forcing them to have a food which they dislike, until they throw up. Choking them with food can be a negative food experience for them.

Reward their intake It’s an inspiration for the child when his/her parent rewards them for their compromised intake of food. Once in a while make them happy with their favourite candy, but never to make it as a habit.

Arrange food in patterns Children love food when it’s designed into patterns on their plate. Crafting veggies in the shapes of a heart or a smiley face can make them like veggies even more.

Add favourite flavours Adding additional flavours to vegetables can be a good idea, provided they’re not unhealthy. Figure out their favourite flavor or food and try bringing in the same taste to the food he/she dislikes.

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Event Italian Cuisine

A JOURNEY TO ITALY Italian food is inventive and it is characterised by its simplicity, no wonder the CNN ranked Italian cuisine the best cuisine in the world in 2013.

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hough Italian food is a rage among city folks not many of us know that Italian cuisine is more than just Pastas and Pizzas. Like India, each region in Italy has its own distinctive set of flavors, recipes, products, and ingredients. The richness and variety of Italian dishes makes them perfect for any occasion. Recently, culinary enthusiasts from Cochin had a unique experience to meet, learn and cook under a master’s guidance during a one day workshop organised by Culinary Yatra, a footloose yatra consultants based in Bangalore. Chef Rajeev Menon from

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Trilogy restaurant, Crowne Plaza shared some flavourful insights on Italian recipes.

The Chef broke the habit of normal pastas

and pizzas by presenting a variety of Italian cuisines that suited the palate and easy to make in one’s kitchen. Chef started off with,

Mushroom Arancini, a risotto filled mushroom balls, deep fried Calamari Lemon Aioli, Cottage Cheese and Spinach Ravioli with basil pesto cream, Chicken Cacciotore and finally the delightful Tiramisu. Ms. Ranjini Nambiar, from Culinary Yatra took special effort to familiarise people about the authentic cuisine of a particular region in its true sense.

A lot of information, tips and tricks about cooking were exchanged by the Chef to make the dish more tasty and easy to prepare. The whole session couldn’t have been more interactive with all the food lovers and passionate cooks of Cochin gathered at one place and talk about nothing but food.

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Study Abroad Aspirants

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ike me, millions of students with sour grapes who aspire to do some studying abroad and are making preparations for the same are asking themselves this week how they failed to get into the colleges of their dreams. It is simple: For years, you

were lied to.

All your life you had been told this Just be yourself. That is great advice, as long as ‘yourself’ has nine extracurricular awards, six leadership positions, skill in at least three sports, killer SAT scores and a hot mom. Then by all means, be yourself!

But if you have no awards to boast of,

neither skills to pretend that you own a few, then consider taking your business elsewhere. Maybe studying abroad is not meant for you.

What could I have done differently over the past years?

For starters, had I known two years ago what I know now, I would have gladly

An Open Letter to

Study Abroad Aspirants Not everyone is a genius like Kwasi Enin who had made it to all Ivy League Schools this year. Ronnie Kuriakose sends an open letter to aspirants who dream of studying abroad and couldn’t make it.

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worn a headdress to school. Show me to any dark room, and I would have happily come out of it with a beacon of inner light.

Diversity! I offer about as much diversity as a Parle cracker.

I also probably should have started a fake charity, provided veterinary services for homeless people’s pets, collected donations for the underprivileged chimpanzees of the Congo, raised awareness that Delhi nights are not the safest for women and for anyone from North East India, Fun-runs, dance-a-thons, bake sales, etc.

As long as you are using someone else’s misfortunes to try to propel yourself into the Ivy League equivalent in whatever college you had applied to, you are golden.

Having a tiger mom helps, too. I noticed long ago that my parents gave up on parenting me. It has been great in certain ways: Instead of “Be home by 11”, its “Don’t wake us up when you come through

the door, we’re trying to sleep”. But my parents also left me with a dearth of hobbies that make admissions committees salivate.

I’ve never sat down at a piano, never plucked a violin. Karate lasted a week and

swim team didn’t last past the first lap.

Then there was the occasional summer camp. I should have done what I knew was best – go to Africa, scoop up some suffering child, take a few pictures, and write my essays about how spending afternoon with

Mr. I-Am-Famous changed my life. Because everyone knows that if you don’t have anything difficult going on in your own life, you should just hop on a plane so you are able to talk about what other people have to deal with. Or at least hop to an internship. Get a precocious-sounding title to put on your resume. “Assistant Director of Mail Service.” “Chairman of Coffee Logistics”. I could have been a gopher in the office of someone I was related to.

Work Experience! To those kids by the age 14 got their doctorate, cured a disease, or discovered a guilt-free brownie recipe: I looked like a walking slime.

To those claiming that I am bitter – you bet I am. An underachieving selfish blog who had just past his teenage years and is making excuses for his own failures?

That too. To those of you disgusted by this, shocked that I take for granted the wonderful gifts I have been afforded, I say shhhh – “Game of Thrones” is on TV again.

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melodies On Air

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LALism

His acting is timeless and his talent unsurpassed, Mohanlal, the iconic Indian actor turned 54 on May 21 and his fans celebrated the day with all kinds of festivities. But the team at RED FM started planning for the celebration days ahead itself, it was a real challenge for the team to pick three memorable movies of Mohanlal who has acted over two hundred films so far.

The next challenge was to ensure that the movies brought back the nostalgic feeling among listeners. Termed ‘Lalism’, on the first day the super hit comedy film Chitram was played on all radio stations across Kerala i.e., Cochin, Trichur, Kannur, Kozhikode and Trivandrum and the second day the action drama Devasuram was aired and on the D-day to tickle the funny bones blockbuster movie Kilukam was played. But the day was also special for a major reason to each and everyone at RED FM as it celebrated its sixth birthday. Listeners who called up to greet RED FM on its birthday were at loss of words to describe the innovative idea behind Lalism.

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