Issue No 30 by Goa Streets

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Chris Perry Magic on Silver Screen

Clock Collector of Verna

Sunday, June 21, 2015

‘Nachom-ia Kumpasar’ brings Chris Perry magic to the silver screen

By Jeena Jose

he auditorium at Ravindra Bhavan in Margao is packed for a screening of the new blockbuster Konkani film ‘Nachom-ia Kumpasar’. Prince Jacob, a familiar face on the Konkani tiatr scene welcomes the audience, appreciating that folks from all walks of life, all faiths and age groups have gathered to watch the film. I gather from the twitters around me that many are here to see the movie for the fourth or fifth time. That’s something unheard of for a Konkani film. The curtains part, the trumpet music strikes up and the screen flickers to life.

Donna (Palomi Ghosh) and Lawry (Vijay Maurya) in the film ‘Nachom-ia Kumpasar’

Nachom-ia Kumpasar, a musical movie directed by Goan born advertising pro Bardroy Barreto is gearing up to rock the Konkani film industry. Produced at a cost of over three crore rupees by Angelo Braganza of Goa Folklore Productions, the project used the crowd-sourcing model to finance it—over a hundred names appear in the credits as co-producers. What is it that makes this film such a raving success? It is the same ingredient that made classic Konkani films of the sixties, Nirmonn and Amchem Noxib and others, such hits that Goans still watch those grainy black and white films on DVD again and again. That factor is music. Just as the old films swung to the fabulous songs and music composed by Frank Fernand, the new film is all about the musical genius of Chris Perry (19282002). This versatile musician, composer and arranger literally jazzed up Konkani music in the seventies, taking it to a new level. The combination of his music and lyrics with the powerful voice of Saligaoborn Lorna Cordeiro produced numerous hits that dominate Goan homes and dance floors even today. Nachom-ia Kumpasar is clearly based on the fiery relationship between Perry and Lorna, portrayed in the film as Lawry and Donna. Nachom-ia Kumpasar, meaning Let’s Dance to the Rhythm, takes its title from the song of the same name. Chris Perry’s trumpet is at its full blown best here in this high-energy dance piece. Lorna’s vocal range is also

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full on. Her throaty mezzo-soprano voice lapses into coquettish giggles in this song as she huskily tells her mother that the beat of the music calls her to dance. Recreating Lorna’s voice for the film’s soundtrack would have been difficult if not for the discovery of Cielda Pereira, a recent arts graduate hailing from Betalbatim. Streets chatted with this talented singer who has suddenly shot into the limelight with the film’s unprecedented success. “Lorna is Lorna, and Cielda is Cielda” she boldly proclaims. Though she knows that people feel she has the same voice as Lorna’s, she believes her voice has a different identity. Aware that she could get swept into the shadow of the great Lorna, she wants to be known as herself, for what she is. “I can never be another Lorna. Lorna is irreplaceable,” says Cielda. Nachom-ia Kumpasar was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for her. She sang Lorna’s songs, giving them a new dimension with her own voice, that held its own in comparison to that of the legend. Conjuring up the emotions of Chris Perry’s stormy lyrics was challenging, but growing up in an environment where Lorna’s songs were a daily dose, she enjoyed singing them. Cielda has not had any formal training in singing, but successfully answered a voice grade exam under Fr. Peter Cardoso’s guidance, through Trinity College of London. She plays a bit of guitar and is taking organ classes. This talented songstress also plans on studying for a Bachelor’s degree in Education in the future. She is passionate about the film. “No other movie can ever recreate the aura of seventies the way this movie has successfully done. The music and the story ultimately touch one’s heart. Once you enter Larry and Donna’s life you just can’t get out of it. The movie is a tribute to the unsung Goan musicians who worked very hard for the Indian music industry but got no recognition in return.” This is widely felt among the Goan music fraternity. Having been trained in the Escolas de Musica, the music schools of Portuguese-era Goa, Goan musicians sought their fortune in the jazz clubs and grand hotel ballrooms of Bombay. Anthony Gonsalves, a pioneering Goan musician in the Bombay film world, fused the western traditions of his Goan heritage with the Hindustani melodies and rhythms in films of those days. He is credited with having taught R.D. Burman and Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma of the Laxmikant Pyarelal team. Composers like Gonsalves, Chic Chocolate, Chris Perry, Sebastian D’Souza and others had to remain content in the background, despite their significant contributions. Chris Perry did something different musically. He took the traditional rhythms of Goan music and blended it with Western Jazz to produce an energetic sound. Besides Lorna, his compositions were performed by leading artists like Mohammed Rafi, Asha Bhonsle, Usha Uthup, Hema Sardesai, C. Alvares, Ophelia, Mohana, M. Boyer and H. Britton. Nachom-ia Kumpasar’s focus seems to dwell on Donna more than Lawry, given the excellent histrionics of Palomi Ghosh who plays the singer, compared to Vijay Maurya who plays Perry. But Goan music connoisseurs watching the film (there are hundreds of them!) are well aware that it is Chris Perry’s music that is the mainstay of the film. It is pertinent to note that Lorna has not fared as well after her comeback to Konkani singing in 1995. As far as her newer songs go, the Chris Perry magic has gone. But it remains on the LPs and compact discs and radio programmes that still spin out those strident songs from their passionate relationship in the seventies. Through this, and now the movie, the Chris Perry magic lives on. 

Sunday, June 21, 2015

Bay 15 – Property with a Breathtaking View!

Father's Day celebrations at Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa

This Father's Day, thank your dad for always being there with these unique experiences at our resort. What better way to celebrate father’s day than letting him indulge in a handson exclusive cocktail making session with our in house mixologist at Park Hyatt Goa. Our guests can create and sip a variety of concoctions while savoring a range of cold canapés carefully paired to give you an enriched cocktail experience. For a great dinner, Chef Edridge of Casa Sarita has put together a 4 Course Goan Contemporary set menu paired with selected wines. The dinner ends with a surprise for the fathers. Date: 20th June 2015. Time: 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Venue: PDL and Casa Sarita, Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa. Price: INR 2400 plus taxes person Savor our Father's Day special Italian Sunday Lunch. Celebrate the simplicity of Italian cuisine using fresh seasonal ingredients. This year we have a special spread from the region 'Emilia Romagna'. Served straight from the pan to the plate is a selection of antipasti, authentic pizzas, handmade pastas and delicate desserts.

Begin the meal with a selection of appetizers which include Italian smoked meats, a bruschetta station and salads. A range of authentic pizzas and handmade pastas follow, closed with Tiramisu. A selection of fine wines and cocktails complement the meal. Meanwhile at Camp Hyatt, the kids will be busy crafting Father’s Day Cards. They can also bake exciting cupcakes to surprise their Fathers. Date: 21st June 2015. Time: 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Venue: Da Luigi, Park Hyatt Goa Resort and Spa. Price: INR 1199 plus taxes person (without alcohol). INR 1699 plus taxes person (with alcohol) For reservation, call + 91 832 2721234 or email parkhyattgoa@hyatt.com

Tropical 24 x 7

A Scrumptious Hideaway in the Goan Beach bustle! By Rahul Rivonkar

ancy 4am drinks? Partying all night and your stomach screams with emptiness? Whether looking for breakfast, lunch, dinner or late night snack, Tropical 24 X 7 has it all. Located in the heart of the Goan Beach belt bustle, you can never miss this well lit restaurant. As you drive by and if you happen to catch a glance at Tropical 24X7 on the main Calangute Beach Route, you’ll see a display of seafood, grilled chicken, Tandoori chicken, and a live counter for Shawarmas. Tropical 24 X 7 welcomes you with their bright and happy decor. The interiors are spacious, modern and warm, with a huge room to fill a hungry bunch of people coming in from a party! They have a separate section for families and private dinners. Apart from North Indian, they serve a platter of Chinese, Continental, Mughlai cuisines, and of course, fast foods like burgers, pizzas, sandwiches and lots more. Tropical 24 X 7 has a bar that’s open 24 X 7 too! The restaurant is highly preferred by all age groups for its efficient service. If this wasn’t enough, they keep you connected to cyber space too by providing Free WiFi. What’s stopping you from visiting this hideaway right away? Whatever occasion and mood you might be in, Tropical 24X7 is the place that’ll satisfy your desires round the clock every single day! As the board at this hideaway reads “All Day, All Night”. Chow Down! Located at: Calangute Beach Road, Naikavadoo, Bardez, Calangute Tel : 0832-2281074/75 Mob: 9923841511

By Rahul Rivonkar

ay 15, located at the serene Odxel Beach with a beautiful beach front, is ideal for a variety of activities for all ages and lifestyles. It has 50,000 square feet of manicured lawns and event space, with full catering services including beach-front catering and variety of party options for celebrating those special moments. Cabanas By The Bay are fifteen beautifully done wooden Chalets, located on the beach front among the coconut trees, right at the water’s edge. Lounge Bar and Restaurant with a rustic yet contemporary decor, offers appetizers and entrées with a Mediterranean and Pan-Indian focus. The extensive beverage list features a variety of beverages and wines as well as an amazing collection of fine teas and specialty coffees from around the world. Harbour Grill is an amazing relaxed open-plan space offering a seafood grill, inspired Goan curry menu and sparkling water views. Charming décor and relaxed seating is complimented by amazing views of the sea. If you are in a mood for a candle-light dinner with the choicest of wines and a butler to serenade your senses, Bay15 would be your right pick! An extraordinary location with an unforgettable view of the Arabian Sea. On 28th June, head to Bay 15 (12pm to 8pm) for the Sao Joao celebration! Live bands to perform: Crimson Tide, Valentinos, & Triads. Deejays to make sure you move: DJ Ashton, DJ Marvyn, DJ Vally, DJ Deep, DJ Roydon, DJ Roacher & DJ Jack. RJ Ayesha Barreto and RJ Bambino, on the mic. Come spend an evening at Bay 15 with Foam Dance & Rain Dance. Various Street Food Counters, Games and Spot Prizes. A perfect way to spend a Sunday evening celebrating Sao Joao! Venue: Bay 15, Odxel Beach, Dona Paula, Goa Rajeev -09561006715. Entry Fee: Rs. 500

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Sunday, June 21, 2015

Toxic Noodles Trigger A Wakeup Call Will A Packet of Maggi Ever Look The Same Again?

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By Crespo D’Souza

Attempting suicide!” wrote Dominic de Souza in a recent post on Facebook. In another day and age one would have been shocked at this statement. But then the satire became clear—the post featured a picture of him eating freshly cooked Nestle’s Maggi TwoMinute noodles, recently in the news for being banned in many states of India. All it took was a couple of weeks for the popular brand to fall from grace. But more worrying than the Rs 3.2 billion that Maggi claims it will lose as a result of the fallout is the perplexing thought: What have we been eating all along? While the young and carefree continue to ‘attempt suicide’ by eating their remaining stock of Maggi noodles, ban or no ban, for the rest of us the last remaining packet of Maggi in the kitchen cabinet may never look the same again. Maggi has had to face the music after food inspectors in Uttar Pradesh found the presence of lead detected in the product in excess of the maximum permissible levels of 2.5 ppm (parts per million). They also found monosodium glutamate (MSG) in noodles whose packages were labelled ‘No added MSG’. As if by a knee jerk reaction, state after state in India decided to impose a ban on the popular noodles until Goa too joined the bandwagon as a ‘precautionary measure’. As per the data released by the FSSAI, the percentage of food samples found adulterated is on the rise. In 2011-12, 64,593 samples were tested out of which 8,247 samples (12.8%) were found to be adulterated. This percentage went up to 14.8% in 2012-13 and to 18.8% in 2013-14. Out of the 72,200 samples tested in 2013-14, 13,571 samples were found adulterated. Surprisingly, the number of prosecutions launched has not necessarily corresponded to the actual incidence of adulteration. While

prosecutions were launched in 83% of the adulterated cases in 2011-12, this percentage went down to 56.3 in 201213 and went up to 75.4% in 2013-14. Not just the FSSAI, the Centre for Science and Environment too had warned that ‘junk food’ was killing us slowly. CSE’s Pollution Monitoring Lab has tested a wide range of food products— from bottled water and soft drinks to honey and chicken—and exposed their contamination by pesticides, antibiotics and heavy metals.

A CSE lab research into various kinds of junk food—done in 2012—had found that Maggi instant noodles came with a high salt content. A packet of noodle had around 3 grams of salt—while the recommended salt intake per person per day is 6 gram. “This means that if you eat a packet of these noodles, you will have to watch your salt intake very carefully through the rest of the day. Consumption of such ultra processed foods high in salt is associated with the increased risk of obesity and diabetes,” Amit Khurana, programme manager of CSE’s food safety team said. The lab study had also found that addition of vitamins, as claimed by Maggi,

did not make it a healthy food as it had negligible fibres; 70 per cent of it was plain old carbohydrate. With labelling on packaged food often hiding more than it reveals and with regulators admittedly overwhelmed by the sheer amount of work that they have to do, being an alert consumer can go a long way towards food safety. "More than what we can do by way of enforcement, the consumer can do by refusing to buy food stuff that is improperly labelled or simply not labelled at all," says Salim Veljee, Director of Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) in Goa. His department conducts regular checks of food stuff being sold in the state, hotel and canteen kitchens, and packaged food; besides drugs manufactured and sold in the State. "We have drawn four additional samples of noodles and one wafer crisp chocolate product which includes Indo Nissin, Top Ramen, Super Noodle and Wai Wai brand, taking the overall tally to 37 samples collected so far in our drive," the FDA Director said in a statement. "The results of the tests will take some time to be processed.”

Over the last week, the FDA has been in overdrive, collecting packaged noodles in the wake of the Maggi saga. Besides Nestle's Maggi brand, which has been banned through an executive order on grounds of precautions, Knorr noodles has also been withdrawn from the market after it was found that it did not have the mandatory permissions from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. Even labelling when done according to the norms can be deceiving. And what does that "artificial strawberry flavour" contain? Here's the list for you: amyl acetate, amyl butyrate, amyl valerate, anethol, anisylformate, benzyl acetate, benzyl isobutyrate, butyric acid, cinnamylisobutyrate, cinnamylvalerate, cognac essential oil, diacetyl, dipropyl ketone, ethyl butyrate, ethyl cinnamate, ethyl heptanoate, ethyl heptylate, ethyl lactate, ethyl methylphenylglycidate, ethyl nitrate, ethyl propionate, ethyl valerate,heliotropin,hydroxyphrenyl2-butanone (10% solution in alcohol), ionone, isobutyl anthranilate, isobutyl butyrate, lemon essential oil,maltol, 4-methylacetophenone, methyl anthranilate, methyl benzoate, methyl cinnamate, methyl heptinecarbonate, methyl naphthyl ketone, methyl salicylate, mint essential oil, neroli essential oil, nerolin,nerylisobutyrate,orrisbutt er, phenethylalcohol, rose, rum ether, undecalactone, vanillin and solvent! Experts agree that fresh food should always be preferred over packaged and processed foods or it might end up as a real suicide, albeit a slow and painful one.

Common Food Adulterants Sand, grit and filth: May be found in foodgrains, spices and pulses. Can damage the teeth and have an adverse effect on the soft lining of the digestive tract. Talc stone and chalk powder: usually found in wheat flour and spices. Talc is hydrated magnesium silicate which the human system cannot digest. It impairs the smooth running of the digestive system and can cause stomach cancer. Excessive lime: found in dry ginger, makes the gastric lining rough and dry. Excessive salt: present in ready-to-use spice and curry powder because it is cheaper and increases the weight and profit margins. Rancid/old oil: sometimes mixed with good oil to mask the unpleasant odour before being sold. Foods cooked in oil lose their vitamin content. Toxic colourings: Play an important part in food acceptability. The common non-permitted colours used are mineral pigments like lead chromate and earth colour dyes like metanil yellow. Ingesting these colours can cause abnormalities of bones, eyes, skin, lungs, ovaries, testicles, mental retardation and anaemia.

Sunday, June 21, 2015

Dampfnudeln,

comfort food from Bavaria

By Kornelia Santoro

ometimes, comfort food just hits the right spot. It simply feels good to indulge in a generous serving of carbohydrates. Dampfnudeln can be counted as one of these dishes taking the rough edges from the troubles of daily life. I remember them from childhood and I still love them, doused in vanilla sauce. My mother used to serve them occasionally as a sweet lunch. I think eating a sweet dish as a main course is quite unique to Southern Germany. The Austrians, for example, also have Dampfnudeln but they serve them as dessert only. Literally translated, Dampfnudeln means steamed dumplings. Dampfnudeln are made from a sweet, rich yeast dough. Butter is an essential ingredient in this recipe, but it is used in moderation. To make my dumplings more nutritious, I used whole-wheat flour, so my carbohydrate indulgence comes with a decent amount of fibre. When I made this recipe with a young friend, I tried to add a touch of sophistication: We made a filling of raisins, walnuts, sugar and cinnamon. The result was not bad, but it left me with an insight: Sometimes, pedestrian recipes work because they are simple. I prefer my Dampfnudeln plain - sweet, fluffy dough with plenty of vanilla sauce. They melt in your mouth and the crust at the bottom gives you just enough crunch to avoid boring. I use real vanilla for my vanilla sauce, which makes all the difference. I think, Dampfnudeln make a good breakfast. You can prepare the dough in the evening and just steam them in the morning. Dampfnudel with vanilla sauce Ingredients (for 7 big dumplings):  1 packet dry yeast  4 tablespoons sugar  ¼ cup lukewarm water  ¼ cup lukewarm milk  6 tablespoons butter  2 ¼ cup whole-wheat flour  ½ cup cold milk  For the vanilla sauce:  1 vanilla pod  2 cups milk  2 tablespoons sugar  ½ tablespoon corn flour  4 egg yolks

Method: Dissolve the yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in the lukewarm water. Let it stand until it starts to form bubbles. That takes around five minutes. In a bowl stir the milk, 4 tablespoons melted butter and 1 tablespoon sugar. Add the yeast mix and stir well again. Add the flour and mix everything well. You should have soft dough now, which is a bit sticky, but not too much. Place the dough on an even surface and start kneading it. Maybe you need to add a little more flour. The dough should become elastic without sticking to your fingers. It needs about five minutes of earnest kneading to activate the gluten in the flour. When you have a nice ball of soft dough, place it back into the bowl and cover it with a moist cloth. Let it rise for around 45 minutes in a warm place. The dough should double in size. Slightly butter a cookie sheet. Give the dough

one good kneading, and then form round balls. Place them on the cookie sheet and let them rise again for around 45 minutes. While the Dampfnudeln are rising, prepare the vanilla sauce. Slice open the vanilla pod and scrape out the black insides. Pour the milk into a saucepan. Add the sugar, the vanilla and the hull of the vanilla pod. Bring it to a boil over a medium flame, and then simmer for five minutes. The sugar should dissolve completely. Switch off the heat. Mix the egg yolks with the corn flour. When the milk has cooled down completely, add the egg yolks. Keep stirring continuously while mixing them with the hot milk. Turn on the flame again, as low as possible and heat until you feel the sauce thicken. Don’t boil it again otherwise the egg yolks curdle. To steam the dumplings, you need a big pan with a close fitting lid, preferably

made from glass so you can see what happens. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in the cold milk and dissolve the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in the milk. Bring it to a boil, and then turn the flame to low. Gently put the dumplings into the milk. Close the pan with the lid and don’t open for at least 30 minutes. This is very important. If you open the lid too early, the dumplings will deflate. Dampfnudeln need to be soft and fluffy with a crust on the bottom. You know they are cooked when you hear a crackling sound from the pan. That means, the liquid has evaporated and the bottom of the dumplings is frying in the butter. After 2 to 3 minutes of crackling, the Dampfnudeln are ready. Serve them immediately with the vanilla sauce. Dampfnudeln are not good to keep in the fridge.

Kornelia is a German food writer living in Goa, India, with her Italian husband and her son. She has published two cookbooks, Kornelia’s Kitchen Mediterranean Cooking for India and Kornelia’s Kitchen 2 Cooking for Allergies. Both have won the Gourmand World Cookbook Award. All her recipes are easy, fast and delicious the right kind of food to keep your family healthy and happy without spending too much time in the kitchen.

Sunday, June 21, 2015

Father's Day Special June 21 This Father's day, celebrate with a difference at Park Hyatt Goa: Fathers can also indulge in a delectable Italian feast at the Da Luigi Sunday lunch with a special surprise by their little one. At Park Hyatt Goa, Cavelossim +91 832 272 1234 Sol Sundays Celebrate Father's Day this Sunday and treat your Dad to an exclusive, special Sangria Brunch with Italian, Spanish and Mexican delights; and unlimited sangria, beer and cocktails to be had. Fun activities for the kids! Complimentary use of the pool for all customers. Rs. 1200 per head, Rs.600 kids At Sol de Goa, Nerul 12:30 to 4 pm + 91 832 671 4141 Treat your childhood superhero to a Father’s Day special at Grand Hyatt Goa! An exclusive Sunday brunch and unlimited Kingfisher pints, complimentary WI-FI and access to our outdoor swimming pool for INR 1800 plus taxes. Grand Hyatt Goa promises to make the day extra memorable with great ambience and excellent hospitality. It’s the ultimate Father’s Day you can gift your childhood superhero. At The Dining Room, Grand Hyatt, Bambolim. 1 pm to 4 pm +91 832 301 1510 Celebrate your Father’s Day Beautiful Beach front resort! Extraordinary location with unforgettable views of the Arabian Sea. At Bay 15, Odxel Beach, Dona Paula +91 832 2456231

June 5 to July 5 A culinary Journey from Burma to Japan Experience the Original & Authentic flavour of the Orient! At Goenchin, The Mandovi, Panjim +91 832 2227614

Every Saturday Cheese and Wine @ Grand Hyatt Enjoy Grand Hyatt Goa's finest selection of wines and cheeses every Saturday at The Verandah. Treat yourself to an exclusive wine tasting and exotic cheese table, carefully crafted by our very talented Executive Chef Mark Long. At The Verandah, Grand Hyatt, Bambolim 7 pm to 11:30 pm +91 832 301 1234 Barbeque Nights - With Caroline Treat yourself to assorted grilled delights from the live barbeque station while listening to some lovely music. Caroline on the saxophone. Rs 1500++ per person At Alila Diwa Goa, Majorda +91 832 2746800 diwagoa@alilahotels.com www.alilahotels.com/diwagoa

Brunches Every Sunday The Waterfront Sunday BBQ Soak up the Summer sun as you splash about in our infinity pool & unwind to the smooth tunes of our live band. 1200 per person At Acron Waterfront Resort, Baga 11.30 am to 4 pm. 77220 16888 Sunday Brunch Relish a sumptuous meal over five interactive food counters along with free flowing beverages and live music by Goa's singing sensation - Chrystal. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and access to our outdoor swimming pool while the little ones are looked after at Camp Hyatt - the kids club. At The Dining Room, Grand Hyatt, Bambolim. 1 pm to 4 pm +91 832 301 1234 Sunday Brunches@ 899/head Burger, Pizzas, Beer, Salads, Cocktails Desserts House – Spirits Beverages At Cheenos, Baga 12 pm to 4 pm. +91 8806564991 Sunday Brunch Highlights: Free Use of Swimming Pool, Rain Dance with DJ, Lavish Buffet with live counters, Unlimited house brands alcohol & Cocktails & Games & Activities Cost: Rs. 1500/- inclusive of all Taxes (with alcohol); Rs. 1100/- inclusive of all Taxes (without alcohol) At Resort Rio, Tambudki, Arpora 12 noon to 3 pm +91 8322267300 / +91 8322267302 Brunch at Cantina Bodega This is one of the more interesting spots in town to have a meal. Under the supervision of Vandana Naik, a former top chef in New York City and easily one of Goa’s most notable culinary experts, there’s a wide variety of delights on offer, including pizzas, soups, salads, hummus and meat balls, plus an eclectic mix of Indian, Mediterranean and other world cuisines. That’s not to mention the desserts, another top draw here. Noon to 4 pm At Cantina Bodega, Sunaparanta, Panjim. +91 832 2421315 info@sgcfa.org  www.sgcfa.org

Ruta's World Café World Cuisine Located on a quiet street near the city’s Latin Quarter, Ruta’s offers some of the most delectable fares in Margao. At Dr Miranda Rd, Behind Nanutel, Margao 9 am to 6 pm +91 832 2710757 Alcoves Goan, Indian, Chinese Some excellent choices to be tried here would be Chinese Crispy Chicken, Cafreal, Veg Kolhapuri, Veg Crispy, and Chicken Vindaloo. Near Cine Vishant, Aquem, Margao 8.30 am to 11 pm +91 83 22735062, +91 832 2730536 Peppers Gourmet Cuisine Seafood, Tandoor Indulge in innovative desserts and local flavours at this exciting food joint. Near Child Care School, Margao +91 832 2711125. +91 9822133506 Allegria Goan, Portuguese This fine-dining restaurant at the Taj Exotica serves mouth watering food. On offer are all the classic Goan dishes like Chicken Cafreal, Pork Sorpotel, and Kullanche Mass Kottnim, which is crab meat in a shell, and of course, the all time favourite, Fish Curry Rice. At Taj Exotica, Calwaddo, Benaulim, Salcete 7.30 pm to 10.45 pm +91 832 6683333 A Tartaruga Multi – Cuisine This eating space is a great venue for weddings and parties with sprawling beach front lawns that can accommodate up to 1000 pax. At Colva Beach, Salcete 7 am to 11 pm +91 832 2788068/69 Casa Sarita For truly outstanding authentic Goan Food. Open only for dinner, this classy fine dining restaurant is a delightful place to explore Goan and Portuguese cuisine. At Park Hyatt Goa, Cansaulim +91 832 2721234

Bikini Brunch Sunday BBQ Brunch @ Rs. 950 ++ with unlimited drinks Enjoy Live Karaoke with Emmanuel At The Park, Calangute 12.30 pm to 4.30 pm. +91 8805028194/ +91 832 2267600 resv.goa@theparkhotels.com www.theparkhotels.com

Tato’s Fine Dining Goan, Indian, Chinese Tato’s fine dining makes its presence felt in the culinary circles in Margao. Opp. New Collectorate, Margao 12 pm to 3 pm and 6.30 pm to 11 pm +91 832 2758590

South Goa Restaurants

Aunty Maria This quaint little café in Hotel Fidalgo is an upscale coffee shop and bakery offering fresh home-made bread, cakes, cookies, chocolates and quick bites that could make for a wonderful breakfast or tea time snack. At Hotel Fidalgo, Panjim +91 832 2226291 secgoa@fidalgogroup.com www.fidalgogroup.com

Da Luigi Experience flavours from the streets of Rome, Venice or Milan at this surprisingly authentic Italian fine-dining restaurant. At Park Hyatt Goa Resot and Spa, Cansaulim +91 832 2721234 Portofino Coffee Shop Multi-Cuisine This all day dining restaurant is an ideal place to head for a midnight snack or after party munchies. At Kenilworth Resort & Spa, Utorda Open 24x7 +91 832 6698888

North Goa Restaurants

Barrels & Bones BBQ - Steakhouse - Pizzeria Meal For Two: Rs.1000 At Fontainhas, close to the Maruti/ Hanuman Temple, Panjim 9673994064/7774078276 promobnb@gmail.com

Goenchin Chinese, Pan Asian Yes the Chinese food here is Indianized. But is that necessarily a bad thing? It depends on your taste. At Mandovi Apartment, Dr Dada Vaidya Road, Panjim Noon to 3 pm, 7 pm to 11 pm +91 8322227614 reservations@hotelmandovigoa.com www.hotelmandovigoa.com Chicken Man The trademark dish here is their rotisserie Chicken. Off 18th June Road, Panjim +91 832 2423333 Casabela Continental, European A cozy place to hang around with your folks. It has been around since the 70’s and has mouth watering hand tossed pizzas. Off Chogm Rd, Porvorim 7 am to 11 pm. +91832241558 mail@casabelagoa.com www.casabelagoa.com Mum’s Kitchen Goan Among the best upscale Goan kithcens in Panjim, this restaurant draws foodies from all faiths and walks of life. At Panjim-Miramar Rd 11 am to 11pm. +91 9822175556 Marbela Beach Italian, Seafood One of the finest beach resorts in the state, Marbela Beach is the ultimate destination to party or to unwind during the sunset with refreshing cocktails and decent food to hog on to. At Morjim –Ashvem Road, Morjim 7 am to midnight +91 832 8450599 Hotel Sanskruti Chinese, Goan, Indian, Oriental It’s a pure vegetarian restaurant which is packed during lunch time. It’s really good for South Indian food, Thali, and chaat. At Near HDFC Bank, Porvorim 8 am to 11 pm +91 832 2414400/ +91 94233323822 Casa Bhonsle Indian & Goan All meals here are prepared in the authentic Hindu Goan Style. Above Café Bhonsle, Near Cine National, Panjim Noon to 3.30 pm & 7 pm to 11 pm +91 832 2222260/ +91 9822100684 Chat Streets For a pop spicy and crunchy snack or fresh juice, this is the place to be. On Sunday open only till 4 pm Near Don Bosco High School, MG Road, Panjim 11 am to 9 pm. +91 832 9922480076 A Lua Chinese, European, Goan, North Indian, Seafood 11 am to 11 pm At, Bella vista, Sangolda, contact: +91 832 2416671/ 73 At Porie Bhatt, Verna, Contact: +91 832 2782760/ +91 9881272080 At Bhueem Bhatt, St Cruz, Merces, Panjim, +91 832 2448172/ +91 2448757

O’Asia Pan Asian This is the ultimate destination for your pan Asian culinary fix. At The O Hotel, Dando, Candolim Noon to 3 pm, 7.30 pm to 11 pm +918323047000 Forrest Veg Food Court Continental, Chinese, Indian Serves a wide range of fast food including chaat, noodles, pav bhaji, sandwiches, burgers et cetera. At Bhagwan Mahavir BAL Vihar, Panjim. 11 am – 11 pm +91 832 6454353/9225903392 George Bar and Restaurant This tiny little joint may seem tacky from outside but is clean and hygienic serving delectable Goan food. Near Immaculate Conception Church, Panjim 10 am to 3.30 pm, 6.30 pm to 10.30 pm +918322426820 Peep Kitchen Indian, Continental, Goan, Chinese A family restaurant with a bar run by a Goan family, serves food with an authentic Goan and homely touch. At Caranzalem, Near Petrol Pump, Panjim Noon to 2.30 pm and 7 pm to 10.30 pm +91 832 6454474 House of Lloyds Continental, seafood, and hearty Goan cuisine. The restaurant recommends the Goan roast pork, apple salad with tender greens, crispy sardines, stuffed crab, and steaks. At Saipem Road, Candolim 7 pm to 3 am +91 9823032273 Bombay Darbar Take Away and Catering Services A family restaurant, replete with surprisingly scrumptious Indian fare. At Sairam Residency, Shop no 1, Alto St.Cruz Road, St.Cruz, Tiswadi +91 832-2458877 / +91 832 2458588 A Pastelaria Bakery An ideal place for pastries, cakes, cookies and other baked offerings. 9 am to 9 pm At Hotel Mandovi, Panjim +91 832 2426270/ 73 Anandashram Hotel Chinese, Goan and Seafood This is one of the oldest eateries in Goa and is something of an institution for its affordable and delicious Goan Fare. At 31st January Road, Panjim 1 pm to 10.30 pm +91 9823195245 Avanti Bar & Restaurant Indian, Goan & Seafood Serves Goan specialties like Rawa fried prawns, stuffed squid, and gratinated stuffed crab masala among other Goan delights. Near Patto Bridge, Panjim 11 am to 3 .30 pm, 7 pm to 11.30 pm +91 832 2435884/ +91 832 2427179 hotelavanti@yahoo.com Edu’s Restaurant Indian, Chinese, International and Goan Pizzas are one of their specialties. There’s nothing fancy about it but has the vibe of a street café. Next to Magson’s on the main DB Road in Panjim, Miramar. +91 832 2463777, +91 832 2463888. / +91 9822122085

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Goan revellers take the ‘leap of faith’ By Anzil Fernandes

ain or shine, Goa always seems to find a way to conjure up the spirit of fun and frolic. Monsoon brings cheer to some, but also tends to keep folks indoors. Come 24th June, however, and everyone is out again amidst the pouring rains to celebrate São João. This festival day commemorates the feast of St. John the Baptist, a saint who is celebrated in the Christian faith for his baptisms in water. The feast is celebrated throughout Goa with exuberance and good cheer. ‘São João’ is the Portuguese spelling for St John. It is a festival of faith and joy of living marked with the unique

tradition of revellers taking a plunge into the well. One may ask why such a suicidal tradition? Here are the answers: According to Christianity, John the Baptist leaped with joy in his mother’s womb (Elizabeth) when she heard the good news that Mary was chosen to bear the son of God, ‘Jesus’. Hence to commemorate this event, revellers take a plunge of faith and joy in a well or a river. On the other hand, Fr. Ramiro Luis, Assistant Parish Priest of Panjim Church has a different take, saying, “São João is the festival of water, which symbolizes St. John’s work of baptizing people in the river Jordan.”

The festival is celebrated with great gusto in North Goa in villages such as Siolim, Calangute and Anjuna, among others. It is however a wrong notion that ‘Sanjão’ is only about jumping in the well. The festival usually begins with religious rituals, prayers and mass. What happens next is entirely unrelated to Christian ritual, but done for sheer fun and celebration. The festival is marked by a tradition of distributing fruits, feni and singing the traditional Goan mando and folk songs accompanied by the ghumot, an earthen percussion instrument. Another attraction of São João is the boat parade, locally called sangodd, consisting of boats and pontoons decorated with flowers, flags or creepers, or just about anything that strikes the fancy. These decked up boats are then paraded in the creek next to the Siolim church. “This 25 year-old tradition is now a major tourist attraction,” says 32-year-old Francis D’Souza, who has won the competition for five consecutive years. “This year it is going to be special. I will be making a waterfall on the boat. To know more you have to be there by 4 pm,” he invites us. The boat parade competition is a mini carnival parade organized by Siolekars and it is open to all. Another unique feature of the São João festival that you will find common both in north and south Goa is the ‘Kopel’ (crown). People adorn bright colourful

costumes and floral headgears called ‘kopel’ (crown), made from fresh flowers, fruits, vines and the like. In many villages competitions are held to determined the most creative and distinctive kopel. Traditionalists are battling to maintain the original authenticity of the festival versus commercial São João bashes. “Commercial pool parties have led to the decline of the authentic festival practices,” laments Patterson Fernandes, 26, a resident of Anjuna. Pool parties, artificial rain dances and foam parties are recent trends for São João celebrations, the majority of these being organized by commercial establishments and local groups. There is no doubt these parties offer a safe and yet sizzling atmosphere, but old timers hold that São João is best enjoyed in the natural environs of the villages of Goa. Here are some tips: São João is celebrated across Goa sometimes even breaking religious barriers. So religion is no bar. All you need is a colorful informal outfit, a cheerful attitude and a spirit to embrace a splash of water. A kopel is not a must, but if you have it, it adds to the fun. If you love adventure, take a ride in and around the villages and you are bound to encounter a group of hearty revellers. There are absolutely no entry tickets at all, all you have to do is utter the code word ‘Viva São João!’ and voila, you have made friends. A word of advice: if the group of revellers seems to be drunk, stay away! And if you are not into such raw adventure, check out the pool parties (see our listings). Come what may, enjoy and drink responsibly. Over the years the São João festival has seen some infamous incidents, usually arising from excessive drinking. “In our parish at Nagoa-Arpora-Baga, jumping in the well is banned due to untoward incidents that took place some years ago,” says Alisha Fernandes, 23, a local resident. Drunkenness and jumping in wells and water bodies have resulted in serious injuries and in some cases even death, thus keeping the police and fire brigade on their toes on this Dionysian day. But for all those in the mood for a delightful monsoon carnival, the São João festival is simply not to be missed. And pray it rains, because São João is twice the fun on a wet and rainy day! 

Sunday, June 21, 2015

June 21

Notable Forts

Painting Landscapes on Canvas Artist, Educator & Graphic Designer At The International Centre Goa, Dona Paula 10.30 pm to 4.30 pm +91 9420820890

Aguada Fort Fort Aguada and its lighthouse is a well-preserved seventeenthcentury Portuguese fort Daily 10 am to 5.30 pm At Candolim Reis Magos Fort This Fort, surrounded by sturdy laterite walls studded with typically Portuguese turrets, was erected in 1551 to protect the narrowest point at the mouth of the Mandovi estuary. The fort stands on the north bank of the Mandovi River at Reis Magos, and is visible from the Panjim side of the Mandovi River. At Verem 10.30 am to 5.30 pm +91 832 2410711/ +91 832 2410715

Great Goan Experiences Monsoon Fun Park Open for public 10 am to 6 pm At Resort Marinha Dourade, Arpora +91 9921604457 Wildernest Crocodile Safaris Offers boat safaris starting from Britona Jetty(Near Panjim) through the backwaters and mangrovelined canals, which are home to fresh water crocodiles locally called ‘Muggers’. At Kamat Centre, D.B Marg, Panjim +91 9595553799/ +91 9341112721 Seaeaglecruises.com Canopy Eco – Tours Offers a wide variety of experiences including nature-treks, butterfly tours, dragonfly & damselfly tours, boat safaris on the Zuari River as well as their original bird watching tour. At Housing Board Colony, Margao +91 9764261711, +91 9764052225 Canopygoa.com Goa Butterfly Park & Conservatory A small park on a hill that’s a great place to spot stunningly beautiful butterflies. Near Tropical Spice Plantation, Ponda +91 832 2985174, +91 9822125474 Bcogoa.org Off the Grid Offers a unique home stay experience in a secluded village in the Western Ghats At Western Ghats John +91 9623451758 Sylvia +91 9049081097 The Bushmasters Owner Rahul Alvares is one of our state’s most experienced snake rescuers. Snake Watch programmes costs Rs. 1600 per person inclusive of transport and breakfast. At Almeida Vaddo, Parra 6.30 am to 9.30 am +91 9881961071 Rahulalvares.com

Museum Of Christian Art Open all days of the week Located at the Convent of Santa Monica, you may pray if you wish to, else just soak in the ambience of peace. At Old Goa From 9:30 am – 5 pm +91 832 2285299 Goa Science Centre The Centre has a science park with interactive exhibits, 3D shows, galleries on oceanic science, explaining mysteries of the underwater world. At Miramar 10 am to 6 pm +91 832 2463426

Naval Aviation Museum Displaying a number of vintage aircraft and armaments used at different stages by Naval Aviation dating back to the 1950`s and a vast number of memorabilia related to Naval Aviation history. Near Bogmalo Beach 10 am to 5 pm +91 832 2538668 Archaeological Museum Check out the sculptures of Hindu gods and goddesses, antiques from the Hindu period and currencies leftover by the Portuguese. At Old Goa 9 am to 5 pm +91 832 2285333

Wax World Museum A brainchild of Mr. Shreeji Bhaskaran, the man behind India’s first wax museum at Ooty, here’s Goa’s very own Madame Tussuad’s. With over 30 lifelike wax statues of the who’s who of India, including the most eminent personalities from culture, religion, politics, heritage and more, it’s a huge attraction. At Gandhi Circle, Old Goa 9.30 am to 7.30 pm +91 9970126202

Goa’s first ‘Conti Premium Drive’ Store now open: Sini Tyre Care By Rahul Rivonkar

Tiracol Fort The fort was originally built by Maharaja Khem Sawant Bhonsle, the Raja of Sawantwadi, in the 17th century. Fort Tiracol has been converted into a luxury hotel, the Fort Tiracol Heritage. Well worth a visit At Tiracol, Keri Cabo de Rama Fort Interesting fort named after Lord Rama. Inside the fort, check out the church of Santo Antonio, still used by devotees. At Cola Beach Chapora Fort One of the most loved forts of Goa, it was built in place of an older fort on the same location after the Maratha-Portuguese war. At Vagator

Museums Goa Chitra With a collection of over 4,000 artefacts, Goa Chitra is an ethnographic museum that focuses on Goa’s traditional agrarian lifestyle and technology. At Mondo Waddo, Benaulim 9 am to 5 pm +91 832 6570877 Email: goachitra@gmail.com

he leading international tyre manufacturer and automotive supplier Continental Tyre has launched its first ‘Conti Premium Drive’ store at Goa. The store is located at, Shop No. GS 21, 23, Journalist Colony, Near Sai Service station, Behind Bank of Maharashtra, Porvorim the upcoming commercial hub for Goa. The store is equipped to provide solutions to all tyre needs of the end consumer. Speaking at the inauguration, Mr Rajnish Kochgave(National Sales Manager, India) "We are extremely happy with announcement of our new venture with Sini Tyre Care. Goa is a very important commercial node in the western region with continuous growing opportunities for the passenger car vehicle segment. Our partnership with Mr. Sarvesh Bhagat will bring fruitful results to our business and simultaneously fulfill the demands of our customers. Continental is always committed to offer best of services and products to our customers.” Mr Sarvesh Bhagat (Owner of Sini Tyre Care) opined "Conti Premium Drive store exemplifies the latest ranges and consumers may choose from wide range of premium tyres available. We are extremely proud to work in tandem with Continental as their German engineered products suited for Indian road conditions are highly appreciated by customers and also its value for money for them.” The store is spread over a total area of more than 500sq ft; the showroom has a pleasant ambience and an innovative

display of tyres and accessories. It also has a workshop, fullyequipped with latest machinery to handle all tyre and vehicle related services. About Continental Continental develops intelligent technologies for transporting people and their goods. As a reliable partner, the international automotive supplier, tire manufacturer, and industrial partner provides sustainable, safe, comfortable, individual, and affordable solutions. In 2014, the corporation generated sales of approximately 34.5 billion with its five divisions: Chassis & Safety, Interior, Powertrain, Tire, and ContiTech. Continental currently employs approximately 200,000 people in 53 countries. Located: Shop No. GS 21, 23, Journalist Colony, Near Sai Service station, Behind Bank of Maharashtra, Porvorim. Mob: 982-333-5188 Innaugral Offer: 25%* off on wheel alignment. Buy a set of 4 tyres and get an assured gift absolutely FREE*.

Sunday, June 21, 2015

Connoisseur of The Horological Obsession of José Orlando de Abranches

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Sunday, June 21, 2015

Balcão Art Show

Melting Indo-Portuguese Borders Through Art By Perin Ilavia

he influences of 451 years of Portuguese rule have percolated into every facet of Goan culture, be it food, architecture, language, costume, dance or music. To celebrate IndoPortuguese ties and culture, the Consul General of Portugal in Goa, Mr. Rui Carvalho Baceira hosted an art exhibition at his residence at Altinho, commemorating Portugal's

National Day—'Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas’. The themed exhibition held in the second week of June was titled 'Balcão'. It was curated by artist Subodh Kerkar, and featured 30 paintings by 18 artists of Goa. Mr. Baceira affirms that the best way to promote relationships between India and Portugal is to promote art and culture, which is without borders. “This is first time I decided to have an exhibition of paintings at my home in Goa. Yes, I had to move my personal paintings, and furniture to display the work, but it’s a great experience,” he said, when I visited the show. Not everyone has space in their homes to display 30 works including sculptures. Numerous paintings displayed in a smaller area and hung close together tend to divert the focus of the viewer. But the spaces in this gorgeous split level house and its natural light brought out the diverse facets of the paintings. “The Consul General asked me to organize a thematic exhibition, and what better theme to chose than the ‘balcão,’ an aesthetic feature of old Portuguese homes, also incorporated by the Goans in their homes!” said Subodh Kerkar. “It was quite challenging to construct an exhibition dealing with the complex cultures in Goa, without approaching sensitive issues within sections of the Goan society,” said Kerkar. The exhibition brought together progressive contemporary artists

Lithographs titled Retraction Series and Creator Series by Viraj Naik, portray his multiple readings of the various configurations of IndoPortuguese culture. Santosh Morajkar juxtaposes man and animal in portraits of Goa’s renowned artist F N Souza, with a thought provoking effect. Kalidas Mhamal had a menu card listing food introduced to Goa from Western culture. Vitesh Naik’s humorous caricatures of the common people of Goa, have always been very expressive. The viewer can figure out their conversation, their personal feelings and idioms. His work titled ‘Bhatkar’ features a Goan landlord and lady and a wriggling piglet. It certainly is a ‘pintura deve ter em sua coleção’ (a painting you must have in your collection). Francis De Souza depicts the meeting of the East and West, and the unfolding of events and images of the fisher folk of Goa. Ramdas Gadekar’s work ‘Sino De Igreja’ shows Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, enhanced within the setting of a mosaic design border.

of Goa, working with oil, water colour, mix media, acrylic, digital print and sculpture; in small and large format. I am partial to abstraction, and Siddarth Kerkar’s wall sculpture ‘Wing’ in rubber and wood was the first to catch my eye. Pradeep Naik had two semi-abstract busts of a Viceroy in subdued hues. Siddarth Gosavi showed ‘Still Life’, an arrangement of fruits on acid free paper in acrylic.

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Sunday, June 21, 2015

Every Saturday Expressions By Artist Vaishali Lall, with a focus on exploring the skills of embroidery and mix media in painting. At the International Centre Goa, Dona Paula +91 9420820890

Galleries of Note The Cube Gallery Every architect, since the beginning of time, has secretly tried to create a vision of paradise in the buildings they design. Discover one such paradise and much more. At The Cube Gallery, Calizor Vaddo, Moira 11 am to 7 pm +91 832 2470415/ +91 9422806748 thecubegallerygoa@gmail.com

Galleria Esperance Retrospective Art in oils, watercolours, crayons, still life photographs etc. On display Near The Our Lady of Merces Church, Merces 4 pm to 7 pm +91 9922509704 Monsoon Heritage Studio Treat yourself to some amazing collection of mirrored mosaic art and handpicked artefacts at this upscale studio by Yahel Chirinian. At Mainath Batti, Arpora 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM +91 9822122771 Off The Wall Discover a collectible of deeply astounding works of art displayed on a daily basis at this thoughtful art cafe. Fort Aguada Road, Sinquerim, Candolim 10:30 am to 11:30 pm +91 9823289123

Surya Art Gallery This Gallery is situated in a Quiet location where contemporary works of canvas paintings from Goa and artifacts are displayed. At Bandawal Wada, Pernem 10 am to 6 pm +91 9404149764/ +91 9422064754

Panjim Art Gallery Get a dose of the local culture with figurative works of Goan artists. Near Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church, Panjim 9:00 am to 8:00 pm +91 9822168703

Kerkar Art Gallery Exhibition of recent works of Subodh Kerkar “The Pepper Cross” & “Indigo”. Besides a new series of Laterite Stones Sculptures on display. At Gaura Vaddo, Calangute 10 am to 7 pm +91 9326119324

Gallery Gitanjali An elegant art gallery in Panjim’s Latin Quarter is worth hopping into when you’re in the area. Fontainhas, Panjim 9:00 am to 9:00 pm +91 9823572035 gallerygitanjali@gmail.com www.gallerygitanjali.com

Mario Art Gallery Discover the original paintings and other memorabilia of the great Goan artist/cartoonist Mario Miranda. Here you can buy “The Life of Mario”, as well as prints, mounted prints, frames, tiles, mugs, card sets and other books. At ‘Houses of Goa’, Salvador-doMundo, Porvorim area 9:00 am to 5:30 pm +91 832 2410711 archauto@gmail.com www.mariodemiranda.com Art Chamber: Galleria de Belas Artes One of the more interesting and pleasant art centres in the state featuring confident acrylic strokes that are somewhat three dimensional, put across the canvas by Yolanda De Souza and others. The musical acts here are worth looking out for too.  Gaura Vaddo, Calangute 10:00 am to 1:00 pm & 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm +91 832 2277144 artchamber@gmail.com www.goa-art.com Sunaparanta- Goa Centre for the Arts The centre houses several exhibition galleries, a large multi-functional space for workshops and lectures, an in-house film club, sketch club, open air amphitheatre, pottery studio and an open courtyard that houses the al fresco café, Bodega. The red velvet cupcakes at Bodega are a must try! At Altinho, Panjim 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. +91 832 2421311 info@sgcfa.org www.sgcfa.org

Harshada Kerkar, whose muse is Malala Yousafzai—the Pakistani child activist shot in the head by fanatics, renders her communicative portraits in soft hues in dry pastel. John Pereira depicts the interiors of a chapel in a work titled ‘Amore & Tristeza (Love and Sorrow)’, and an Indo-Portuguese house, with intricate textures and detailing. Shripad Gurav portrays ‘Leisure’ in mix media on cardboard, which lends a significant background. Aadhi Vishal focuses on the Indo-Portuguese trade, incorporating the phase of the pre-Portuguese era, with the symbol of the Kadamba Lion in colourful sketching. Kedar Dhondu’s video projection is about the physical rot that has set in the people and balcãos of old houses, titled ‘One Day These Will No Longer Live.’ Using Photoshop, Raj Bhandare infuses bizarre line figures strategically in his composition. His images, set in decorative frames, have an old world charm. Vaibhav Kitlekar’s floor sculpture ‘Vedic Handicap’ in fibreglass is a thoughtful work. Subodh Kerkar exhibited wallmounted wood sculptures of a chilli and maize (which the Portuguese brought to India) with a viceroy’s head on the stalk, and a floor sculpture in fibreglass and rubber tyre, of a rooster titled ‘Chicken Kafreal’ (again a dish that came to Goa during colonial rule). They all illustrate the artist’s multifaceted perceptions of the Portuguese ethos. 

Don’t smash that bottle – recycle it into Art By Sheela Jaywant

ine comes in classy bottles. But when the festivities are done, the poor bottle is left empty of spirit, tossed into the scrap yard. This is where Sharmila Majumdar acts as saviour, reincarnating those lovely bottles into of arty lamps. Wrapped with coir-rope, wearing aprons of lacquer and blushing with violent pinks and purples,

these bottle-lamps are Made in Goa and now grace up-market homes all over India. “When we moved from Delhi to Goa, I had so much time on my hands, and all the creative juices began to flow,” says Sharmila, who works from her Porvorim home. “I love pretty things and I have always used my fingers to craft what I couldn’t afford to buy. I began upcycling wine-bottles in 2011. But the serious ‘work’ on them began only in 2013.” Sharmila has no background of art, but is imbued with a love of aesthetic recycling. “I would change curtains into bedcovers, t-shirts into fashionable bags, that sort of thing.” Initially, she sourced goodlooking booze bottles from friends and made them into lamps. “I bought the fittings from

Delhi because they were cheaper there.” She scouted around for paints and knickknacks which would convert the bottles into something very chic. Now, after two years of selling her crafted items in Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai and Goa under the brand name ‘Kitsch Bits’, she doesn’t have to depend on friends for raw material. “I’ve made friends with scrapdealers who now keep aside unusualshaped bottles for me.” Having been a school teacher and later a corporate trainer, she’s very particular about quality. “I make sure… and I’ve

experimented enough…that the paint won’t peel, the bottle won’t topple, the wire will stay in place.” From bottles, she’s graduated to converting wastewood into tables and lamp-stands. “I have a carpenter to do the cutting, but I save costs by doing the scraping, painting and polishing myself, like I do the wiring.” Interestingly, her customers are largely men. “I’ve found that women prefer smaller, more slender items, whereas their husbands or boyfriends buy the chunkier, bulkier wares. Also, I’ve found that women pick up the pinks and oranges, and the men take the navy-blues and greys.” She adds: “When I started out marketing these bottlelamps, I didn’t know who’d buy them. But the very first time I rented a stall, I sold off eighty percent of what I’d displayed and then there was no looking back.” 

18 Opinion

By Selma Cardoso

woman’s body is not her own. Not really. Of late, there’s been a steady stream of confusing messages for women. In May 2015, Haya Shahar of Israel, who had struggled with infertility right through her forty-six years of marriage, gave birth to a baby boy at the age of 65. May, it seems, was a month for spectacular maternal triumphs as 65-year-old German primary school teacher Anna Raunigk, already a mother of thirteen, gave birth to quadruplets. But May was also the month Geeta Nargund, a leading fertility expert at Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) wagged her finger at women for putting off having babies until past thirty and consequently suffering through expensive and often futile in-vitro fertilization. More confusing messages followed with Chelsea Hottovy’s article in Time magazine (10 June), ‘Why I don’t want to have children,’ (quote: “I don’t want to worry about diaper rash and ‘tummy time’ and I don’t want to know what colic is”). Hottovy at 28 has already had her tubes tied and now probably wishes she had been tonguetied, given the abuse she has received from that bastion of informed opinion—the social media—with people assuring her that she won’t be truly happy unless she has a child. A world of infinite choice? Not for women. To Geeta Nargund, who presumes women are putting off having babies until their thirties, the question is: who are these women? Why hasn’t Nargund or anyone else ever directed their ‘baby advice’ at men? A lot of women in their twenties want to have children but where are the men wanting to commit to stable, longterm relationships? Men aren’t pressured into compromising their careers or clamping down on promiscuity until their hair begins to thin, their gut begins to expand and their virility dampens. In the UK, the mean age at marriage is thirty-three years for a man. And 67 percent of babies born to fathers under the age of thirty were by men who were not married. By contrast, over 68 percent of children born

to men over thirty were by married fathers. Marriage and possibly commitment is something that becomes important to men much later. These trends may reflect European societies but other metropolitan populations are not too far off from conforming to them. Almost everywhere the trend of delaying marriage is catching on. In India, the increase in age at marriage has been the greatest in Goa. The cultivated image of a young woman callously climbing the corporate ladder, partying, travelling and shopping at the expense of her ageing eggs, is unfair. The prerogative to propose marriage still belongs to a man. Men should be held as accountable for hurrying along procreation as women. Holding women solely responsible, implies they are free to have children on their own, but how supportive is society of women who make that choice? As women, given the trend of late marriage and declining fertility, we can only celebrate the advances made in assisted reproductive technology (ART). Elisabeth Richards, author of Motherhood; Rescheduled, argues that women should never have an age limit on fertility treatment. Freezing of eggs and donor eggs now makes it technically possible to have children into your fifties and sixties (the egg is usually that of a donor is such cases). But while we can all talk sagely about a woman’s reproductive rights, does a child not have rights as well? We wouldn’t encourage pubescent girls to have children, nor women struggling with disabilities or addictions. We wouldn’t even encourage women with financial problems to have more children than they can afford. So why isn’t there a more robust discussion on the ethics of fertility clinics willing to impregnate elderly women? Some countries like Japan have placed an age cap on artificially assisted reproduction with fifty to fifty-five being the cut-off. In India, a seventy-year-old woman gave birth in 2008 through fertility treatment. Children have a right to their parents’ energy, they have a right not to be abandoned by death and they have a right not to be impaired by disability. Society puts undue pressure on women to become mothers and that’s partly the reason why women are pursuing motherhood well past menopause at great risk to their bodies. Perhaps the more sensible thing is not to make women feel like utter failures if they don’t have children. Childlessness is not always a choice and neither is motherhood. It’s what happens to women’s bodies as a consequence of various circumstances and emotions—love, lust, duty, obligation, fertility, infertility, committed partners or non-committal ones. As such, we don’t have as many choices as it seems. Our bodies are not our own, they never will be; they work in partnership, they bear responsibilities, they create whole worlds. And women don’t need any more guilt or pressure on account of this, than what they already endure.  Selma Carvalho is a columnist and author of 'A Railway Runs Through: Goans of British East Africa, 1865-1980'. Between 2011-2014, she headed the Oral Histories of British-Goans project.

The views expressed in this opinion piece do not necessarily reflect those of Goa Streets