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18 Getting Started on Getting Pregnant If you’re considering having a baby, you probably have wondered what you can do to ensure a healthy pregnancy. Find the answers to your questions here.

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Reasons to adopt Monochromatic Style!

by Priya Shah

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t’s a new year. Time to throw the guards away and try something you’ve never tried before. It’s time to adopt Monochromatic style. Often, I ask my clients to implement the same and they go like “mono-what-chrome” What does that mean? Mono means one/single and chrome means color/hue. Picking one color out of the 12 colors in the color wheel and repeating it in various tints, shades and tones is monochromatic style. Let us pick up the color red. Now to wear red in monochromatic style, we can use: cherry, rose, crimson, scarlet, blush, mahogany, ruby, apple, wine, blood, brick, candy and garnet to name a few. Whichever color you use, make sure, the balance of tints, tones and shades is done well. The key is to create a visually appealing look where each color cohesively works together and not against each other. You would be surprised to see how many variations, both bright and neutral can be created from just one color. Monochrome also refers to a basic;

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yet bold black and white style.

incorporate this style in your wardrobe:-

A common misconception to this style is wearing a blue trouser with the same blue blouse along with same color bag and shoes too. Of course, this makes one look like a crayon! So, there are few things you need to take in account while using this style - fabric, texture, print,

1. It is an eternal style: Most people are fans of wearing different colors not knowing that a monochrome outfit turns out to be classier than any other combinations. Very few people experiment with this style, reason being failure to carry it off. But once you master this art, it can be your signature style especially on your nonfashionable/dull days. This is an eternal style which came into fashion in 1960’s and keeps coming back every now and then. It’s considered to convey the most polished look and is considered very sophisticated as it usually creates a calming effect.

balance and adding an unexpected touch. Using these elements will give liveliness to the outfit.

So, here are few reasons why you need to

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2. Less is more: “Black comprises everything. So does white. They possess absolute beauty: they are in perfect harmony.” —Coco Chanel.

If you are not confident about which color to pick & experiment; Monochrome consists of all black and white outfits as well. This is good to begin with. As they say, “Less is more,” that’s power of black and white.

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3. Works for any Occasion: In the 17th century, monochromatic style was associated solely with formal wear but in today’s time, all the rules have been altered. Now a day, this style can be worn to any occasion – street style, clubbing, weddings, brunch date, family lunch and of course, even at work. It works equally well everywhere. Just the balance of tints, tones, and shades has to be right.

4. Flatters every body type: Along with creating visual interest in any outfit, monochromatic style also creates illusion of length, which makes one look sleek and tall. It flatters all body types. If you feel you are too short and you always wished to be taller or slimmer, then this is it folks!

5. Highlights effortlessly: Imagine wearing all black and wearing yellow strappy sandals (shown in the picture.) Can you imagine the sandals being highlighted with so much ease? Similarly if you want to highlight your bag, neckpiece, waistline, shoes – this is the best style to carry.

6. Anyone can carry it off: Going back to history, fashion designers were inspired by black and white narrow suit of men for this style but in today’s day, men and women both are able to pull it off with ease. The vast contrast between black and white speaks more of power and authority rather than masculinity or feminism. This chic, elegant style suits everyone!

Black comprises everything. So does white. They possess absolute beauty: they are in perfect harmony

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Pooja Kochar: Founder of 30ishblogging and PhotoblogHER Blogger, Photographer and Speaker

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his is my favorite love story. To feel (not just read) this article, you have to visualize yourself as the most snooty ‘Miss Penguin’ chilling on the Antarctic Coast with her friends.

and preferences.

We expect too much from love, we assume it will solve every problem. For most of us love follows a ‘suicide pace’, if it is not perfect then life comes to a halt. Every relationship has its own dynamics and I am no one to Scene 1: A goofy & handsome penguin wearing a tuxedo guide you but sometimes being simple and true seems (they are naturally born with one) waddles to you, looks most comforting. into your yellow- ringed eyes and in his deep voice This Valentine’s Day, I have selected my list of worse whispers “Hello Miss, will you be mine.” pick-up lines just to humor you.

Scene 2: You turn, scan him top to bottom and suddenly • Geek style – I might as well call you Google, you have notice his feet. everything I am looking for.

Scene 3: He is holding a beautiful pebble. Please note, in • Stud effect – Are you a parking ticket? Because you Antarctica pebbles are scarce with only ice around they have FINE written all over you. are as precious as diamonds. A male penguin hunts for • Mommy’s boy – My mom said follow your dreams, so I months, hides am going to chase you. from friends, • Might work – You are and finally so pretty, I forgot my Life Hack: Love can never be perfect; do not question decides on pickup line. its existence just go with the flow. charming his beloved with All of us secretly wish the perfect for our penguin, some proposal have already found pebble. If she accepts it, they are together forever. theirs and few are still looking out for one. There is Scene 4: And now, you are thinking of your own something magical about two souls accepting each ‘Penguin’ moment. other to the moon and back. Penguins are very similar to humans yet they seem to be more in-sync with their We live in a generation that carelessly flirts with love and partner. Their happy feet are worth following, may be it lust. Actually one is supposed to be an extension of the will lead us to that rare pebble. other but the sequence differs based on your experiences

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Sachin Tendulkar inaugurates

Umang Mehta’s

brand new experiential bespoke studio Yu Handcrafted brings Savile Row experience, Promises #Fashionbeyondboundaries art of quality making for each garment to provide the ultimate perfect fit and apt look. I am glad to be able to move the needle in my patrons unending quest to don attire beyond design house labels & across occasions that accentuates the individual in them.”

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umbai, December 24, 2015 : Popular bespoke tailoring maven & designer, Umang Mehta’s launched first-of-its kind & biggest ever experiential studio in a suburban mumbai upscale area.

The doors of the 1500 sq.ft opulent studio were formally thrown open by Cricketing Legend Sachin Tendulkar in presence of other celebrity guests at a private gathering.

Having started his journey at a fashion store in upmarket SoBo Umang Mehta grew on to handle design, finance, operations, merchandising and customer service. Disillusioned over the disproportionate attention to design alone and customers craze for mere labels a decade ago he had ventured on his own to provide a fine balance in dressing across design, material, perfect fit and relevant look.

Umang Mehta, now a veteran in the trade h as worked closely over the last 2 decades with celebrities

that include the who’s who from Bollywood including the Bachchan’s, Khan’s, Kapoor’s; celebrated sports personalities, industrialists, bureaucrats, politicians, an array of costume designers, wardrobe stylists & production houses amongst others.

For the first time, Umang Mehta will provide signature styling for bespoke tailoring. The earlier setup of Yu Handcrafted has been merged into a single business line moving the fashion establishment to the new address in Santacruz(W) at HiLife Mall.

The signature line will cater dressing across categories that would include Power Dressing for business, sports wear and the trousseau-forgrooms-to-be and his family. The maverick bespoke creator is supported by his better half & business partner Shraddha Mehta who will oversee Studio Operations, Hand Crafting Facilities & Trials. Prior appointment is required to experience the 1000s of options of cloth lengths & trims from across the world finest & personalised design consulting.

For Media Enquiries : Divya : +919717295076 bespoke@umangmehta.com

Speaking at the private gathering U mang Mehta said, “ The studio expanse would provide for micro-customisation,fine detailing and our finest craftsmen will ensure every stitch to perfection. While design & material remains integral to the process our focus remains on the handcrafted,

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Your finances before and after the “I do...”

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re you gearing up for a loved ones wedding?

Are you confused with what you should do if your son or daughter is getting married or if it’s your friend’s wedding?

Simply planning for the wedding as a grand event to attend is not enough.

How financially ready you are for this is also an important question to ask yourself.

to start planning for this goal well in advance. The starting point should be to know the cost as of today, for the kind of wedding you would want to plan for.

You will then need to cover for inflation, so that costs of today are appropriately estimated to the number of years to goal.

Make sure you also account for the cost of ornaments and make one common wedding goal to cover all costs.

Friend’s Wedding:

Next, make a choice of investment instruments to accumulate the desired sum of money. Equity is a good choice from along term perspective. Since one must not keep all eggs in one basket it’s better to chart out an asset allocation and stick to it without getting carried away by a host of new and apparently high return investment choices that you may learn about from various sources like the media, a friend or an agent.

If your friend is about to get married, you may want to plan a vacation as a high value gift with him/her. You need to plan for this in advance because last minute planning may turn out to be an expensive affair. Even if you have only 6-12 months in hand you can plan for it.

For an individual who is salaried, setting aside a fixed sum of money, through a bank recurring deposits or an ultra short or liquid fund would be ideal.

For a parent whose child’s wedding needs to be planned: Whilst in many parts of India, planning for this goal starts well in advance, there is a need for structured planning around it. With the trend of destination weddings setting in, it’s important

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It’s important to review your investment choices at least annually. You must also rebalance your portfolio when required. If you are starting early, you should allocate a higher percentage to equity and lower portion to debt to start with and then keep reducing the equity portion. When you are 3 years away from your goal, shift into debt completely. Balanced funds are also an

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option, as they offer a mix of debt and equity with a higher allocation to equity, and are very tax efficient. Allocate a portion of the portfolio to gold to hedge for ornament costs, and also for diversification purposes.

An important aspect to consider is the flexibility to make changes along the way, as planning for long term goals could require mid course corrections. In addition, there could be the challenge of other goals taking priority over a period of time like education, or your own retirement. Avoid taking any debt to fund a marriage goal.

Vishal Dhawan is a certified financial planner by profession and founder of Plan Ahead Wealth Advisors Pvt. Ltd. He can be reached at vishal.dhawan@planahead.in.

Vishal’s rich experience of close to 20 years in the financial services industry has led him to frequently write columns in various business and general media both domestically and internationally, and he appears on television.

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ONE MACHINE MANY BENEFITS

Synthia Lau International Beauty and Wellness Expert (Singapore)

BODY DETOXIFICATION AND BODY SCULPTURE MACHINE Which can be used for: BUST FIRMING / BODY DETOX / RELIEF PAIN / FACE LIFTING / SLIMMING Bust Firming: Suitable for older females who feel a sagging and loss of firmness in the breast. It helps in lifting and tightening breast tissue. It prevents breast cancer. No injection, No Operation, No medication.

Body Detox: Detoxification (also sometimes called body cleansing) that aims to rid the body of toxins – accumulated harmful substances that allegedly exert undesirable effects on individual health in the short or long term. Basically, detoxification means cleansing the blood. This is done by removing impurities from the blood in the liver, where toxins are processed for elimination.

The body also eliminates toxins through the kidneys, intestines, lungs, lymph, and skin. However, when this system is compromised, impurities are not properly filtered and every cell in the body is adversely affected. It helps in resting the organs through fasting; it stimulates the liver to drive toxins from the body and promotes elimination through the intestines,

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kidneys, and skin. It also improving circulation of the blood and re-fuelling the body with healthy nutrients. This machine can work wonders from head to toe.

Relief Pain: The cupping trend is really a form of acupuncture treatment that involves cup pressed onto the skin for a few minutes. This creates more vacuum. The suction increases blood flow and rejuvenate the person. Its ebbs away pain and there is an increase in the flow of energy, making the person feel rejuvenated. There is no cause for concern as the unsightly red marks on the skin go away within a few days.

Face Lifting: As we, age the volume causing us to perceive our face as sagging as dropping, a simple way of

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restoring this lost volume is with the use of this machine without surgical remedies. It reduces the appearance of facial wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and other telltale signs of aging.

Slimming: Using this machine is a simple way to take away fat. There are areas of the body that are very resistant to dieting and exercising. The problem is that one may lose weight, but the fat from some areas are desired to treat does not go away. With this machine treatment, the fat in targeted areas can be removed.

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Getting Started on Getting Pregnant

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by Dr. Lily Keswani, MD, DGO, Integrative Medicine

IF YOU’RE CONSIDERING HAVING A BABY, YOU PROBABLY HAVE WONDERED WHAT YOU CAN DO TO ENSURE A HEALTHY PREGNANCY. FIND THE ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS HERE.

Pregnancy Diet and Nutrients A healthy pregnancy diet will promote your baby’s growth and development.

The basic principles of healthy eating remain the same — get plenty of vegetables, protein, whole grains, and healthy fats. However, a few nutrients in a pregnancy diet deserve special attention. Here’s what tops the list.

Folate and folic acid - prevent birth defects Folate is a B vitamin that helps prevent neural tube defects, serious abnormalities of the brain and spinal cord. How much: 800 micrograms of folic acid a day before conception and throughout pregnancy. Good sources:

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Leafy green vegetables, citrus fruits, and dried beans and peas.

Omega 3 essential fatty acids for baby’s brain I can’t stress enough on how crucial this ingredient is for both, a healthy pregnancy, and your baby’s brain development.

Omega-3 fatty acids are brain food and are vital for both brain and early visual development of the baby. They reduce the risk of allergies in infants, help prevent pre-term delivery, lower the risk of high BP and may optimise birth weight. Omega-3 decreases the mother’s risk for postnatal depression and helps in the treatment of infertility.

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Good sources: Fatty fish such as salmon. How much: 300 mg DHA daily.

This should be continued before and throughout pregnancy as well as during feeding.

Protein — Promotes growth Protein is crucial for your baby’s growth, especially during the second and third trimesters. How much you need: 1-1.5grams/kg body weight, per day.

Good sources: Meat, poultry, fish and eggs. Vegetarian options include dried beans and peas, tofu, dairy products, and peanut butter.

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Calcium - strengthens bones You and your baby need calcium for strong bones and teeth.

Calcium also helps your circulatory, muscular and nervous systems run normally. How much: 1,000 – 1500mg/day.

Good sources: Dairy products are the best absorbed sources of calcium. Non-dairy sources include small fish and spinach.

Vitamin D — Promotes bone strength

Endocrine disrupting chemicals are chemicals found in plastics, pesticides, personal care products and food additives.

They can cause difficulty in conceiving, increased risk of breast cancer and developmental delays in children; as well as heart disease and thyroid dysfunction. Avoid using plastic.

Even if you eat a healthy diet, you can miss out on key nutrients. Taking a daily multivitamin — ideally starting three months before conception — can help fill any gaps.

Be informed and Stay Healthy!

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I usually recommend 60,000IU once a week.

Iron — Prevents anaemia If you don’t get enough iron, the risk of preterm delivery and low birth weight might be higher. How much you need: 30mg/ day. Good sources: Red meat, poultry and fish, also beans and vegetables.

Thyroid disorders

My blog, BeHealthy StayHealthy offers extensive information on how to stay healthy the natural way. URL: drlilykiswani.com.

Feedback welcome! Just drop me a mail at drlk.integrative@gmail.com

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Hypothyroidism in the mother can cause lower IQ, developmental delays and impaired mental development in the child. It is also linked to infertility or repeated pregnancy loss. Check levels frequently and increase dosage of medication.

Testing for blood groups in both parents (Rh incompatibility) and for inherited diseases (if there is any in the family) is also a must.

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BRACE YOURSELF FOR A

FASHION STATEMENT!

by Dr Ritika Arora MDS Cosmetic Dentist & Implantologist Spl. In Facial Aesthetics Aesthetic Smiles Dental Clinic & Facial Rejuvenation

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ew people are lucky enough to be born with perfect teeth, but orthodontic treatment can make a huge difference to you or your child.

Different types of Dental Braces – You Have Choices Now Dental technology has brought us to an exciting time concerning dental braces.

Metal Braces Metal braces are the most commonly used braces and any orthodontist can provide this system of braces. The system involves brackets that are glued to each tooth.

Ceramic Braces Ceramic Braces are not as visible as metal braces. Ceramic braces are a little more expensive, but they look great.

Lingual Braces Lingual Braces are attached behind the teeth so they are not visible when you smile. Lingual braces are also more expensive than traditional metal braces but the advantages are apparent.

Invisalign Braces Invisalign Braces are one of the newest brace types on the market. These are not braces like those that you are used to. Invisalign Braces are not permanent rather they are plastic clear retainers that are worn. How it works is the Orthodontist takes measurements of

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your teeth, and then sends them out to have plastic trays made. You wear these plastic retainers for a while. On your next appointment, the Orthodontist repeats the process. This continues over time and slowly with each new Invisalign retainer, your teeth move into position.

Self-Ligating Braces Self-Ligating Braces get rid of annoying rubber bands. These high-tech braces deliver quick results without having to visit the orthodontist every other week.

Clear Braces They blend with the natural color of the teeth by being transparent enough so they do not show.

Your Opinion Matters Dr Ritika Says: Do not be afraid to voice your opinion regarding the types of braces you are interested in. If you do not feel comfortable with braces that show, ask about other options like Lingual Braces or Invisalign, which are hidden braces. Alternatively, if you want those cool colors go ahead and ask.

After all, you are at Aesthetic Smiles and we are there to make you happy.

Brace yourself for a fashion statement Tooth braces, a source of embarrassment for generations of schoolchildren, have become a modern-day fashion statement, according to Dr Ritika.

Instead of suppressing smiles, teenagers

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once stigmatized by having a mouthful of brightly colored metal have become the envy of their peers.

The traditional method of realigning teeth is believed to have become de rigueur after being openly paraded by a number of celebrities.

“The boys want braces in their football team colors and the girls want something to match whatever outfit they are wearing that weekend.

Teenagers now believe it is cool and trendy to wear a brace.”

Braces for all Ages Many people think braces and other orthodontic appliances are meant only for children and teenagers. The truth is more adults than ever are choosing to improve their smile through realignment. And although orthodontics is similar for adults as for children, they’ve gotten better for everyone. There are numerous options for braces that are less noticeable and easier to maintain “Everybody these days seems to want perfect teeth and this helps achieve that.”

At Aesthetic Smiles, Dr Ritika Arora & her Team of Specialized Doctors offer all ranges of Dental and SKIN CARE TREATMENTS. Dr Ritika Arora invites you to CALL 9619955929 to schedule a complimentary consultation.

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Experience Being Fit

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r Neeraj Shah is an executive in an MNC and makes a comfortable living. Life is hectic and tough, the job demands working late nights and he has very little time for himself and his family. At 45 he has been diagnosed with diabetes, he weighs 110 kgs & he suffers from snoring disorder.

Mr Shah is not just one such person, we see a lot of us with a similar story. Most of us entangled with the daily routine, forget to take care of ourselves. It is important to realize that a healthy body is the foundation of a healthy mind and a successful life.

Obesity is not an isolated condition but it comes with a package of problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea (snoring), polycystic ovarian disease, infertility, depression.

Obesity is not a disease of the affluent; it is the outcome of reducing physical activity and availability of high calorie cheap ready to eat food in abundance. So a child playing virtual games on a computer and munching chips is a sure recipe for health disaster! Incidence of childhood obesity is also on the rise in India.

India has earned the dubious distinction of “World Capital of Diabetes”. This is not a matter of pride but of grave concern because Diabetes is a chronic disease and its treatment has to be continued till death.

Obesity is commonly measured as ‘Body Mass Index’ or BMI. A BMI of 37.5 and above is classified as ‘Morbid Obesity’

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while a BMI of 32.5 along with diseases like diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, sleep apnea, PCOS is also classified as morbid obesity.

The simplest way to weight loss is diet and exercise. But when you are morbidly obese & are unable to lose weight in spite of all efforts, you should consider Bariatric surgery.

Neha, a 26 year old executive officer hated the way she looked because she was a 96 kgs in spite of all efforts to shed kilos. She was fed up of her polycystic ovarian syndrome and her knee pain due to which she could barely stay a day without pain killers.

Finally she was referred to me by her friend.

This was a clear cut case of a metabolic disorder. Neha underwent a bariatric surgery about 6 months ago. Now, Neha has lost 30kgs, wears the smartest of clothes and walks around confidently wherever she goes. Her PCOS is under control. Her knee pain has disappeared. One wise decision of getting sleeve gastrectomy saved her from so many issues.

Bariatric surgery is not a cosmetic surgery.

It is a lifestyle modifying operation which changes the eating pattern of a person.

It helps one to reduce the calorie intake, while we educate them how to maintain the nutrition.

Dr Sharad Sharma is a reputed Bariatric and advanced laparoscopic Surgeon practicing in Mumbai since 21 years.

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LL | food Chef Around The Corner Gresham Fernandes

Crafting a Culinary CommunityChef Gresham Fernandes, Executive Chef – Impressario Group

by Zeba Akhtar

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he foodie in me heaved in uncontrolled excitement at the thought of getting to meet the prodigy behind the menus of most of my favorite restaurants. I ambled into Saltwater Café on a January afternoon, waiting to meet Chef Gresham Fernandes, assumably wearing his chef attire, all serious and business like.

Instead, I was surprised to see him walk in with a massive cup of tea in his hands, dressed down in casuals, eyeing the place for perfection, before we began our formal introductions.

The interview was strewn with many amusing anecdotes, of which one stayed with me throughout the day. When interviewing a chef, one of my recurring question happens to be around their signature ingredient in the kitchen.

When I posed the same question to Chef Gresham, I was rather surprised.

I had never looked at food this way, and his response was true as much as it was appalling.

A typical Bandra boy, Gresham claims to know Bandra at the back of his hand.

With an inclination towards music since

an early age, he knew he would never venture into hard-core academics. It was only after helping a friend out with his Chinese cart that he realized his fascination for food, which evidently landed him into a Leela kitchen, and since then, there has been no looking

He replied saying, “If someone tells you that you need any other fancy ingredient, they clearly don’t know their business too well. The signature ingredient in every kitchen are salt and water. Without salt, your meat won’t brine and your veggies won’t cook, and with the wrong water, your sauces will end up in a disaster, and your stock will taste all weird.”

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back.

“Youngsters today do not want to sweat it out. They want everything too easily.

Sixteen years ago when I first entered the kitchen at The Leela as a pastry chef, we had to work close to eighteen hours a day, with almost little or no sleep. That is what teaches you how to be a chef. No fancy degree or culinary school can ever give you the experience that a formal kitchen does, and there is no better learning. It teaches you the importance of commitment and without commitment; you cannot excel as a chef. You need to be dedicated to what you do more than anything else.” says Gresham as he recalls his early days at The Leela Kempinski.

replies, and even when we asked him to suggest a few dishes from the Salt Water Café menu, he smiled saying, “You cannot judge a restaurant by just one dish. A chef puts in a lot of effort in crafting an entire menu and no singular dish can define the essence of a restaurant. All I can say is that the food is fun, it is exciting and definitely worth a try!”

It is very rarely that we witness such experience and such drive for innovation in the same person. At a time where many would have been complacent with the designation, Gresham still strives to make food fun and exciting each day!

Within a couple of years, Gresham opened his own restaurant, Saltwater Grill at Chowpatty. Shortly after, he got associated with the Impressario Group and has endeavored to jointly design the menus for Smoke House Deli, Salt Water Café, Social, as well as many firsts under the Impressario group. As an executive chef, he oversees the gastronomic wellbeing of all these restaurants and keeps brewing new flavors each time.

Not only is he a pioneer of ‘molecular gastronomy’ in India, Chef Gresham also likes to pursue other arts, and is a guest DJ at places such as Social and Bonobo in Mumbai. His style of music is a mix of minimal and techno.

As a chef, he is more often than not requested by people to cook for them.

His style of cooking for people involves get togethers and communal eating where he likes to cook up a wholesome meal rather than singular dishes. For him, “anything that is rustic and is made with dedication, always works.”

It is with this fervor in mind that he is also associated with the Saint Jude project, a melting pot for artists, musicians and the likes where they come together for meals cooked by Gresham and others with locally and organically sourced produce. It functions as a collaborative space for people and the food is wholesome and very progressive.

Before this, he was also associated with ‘The Gypsy Kitchen’ an endeavor to promote home cooking, mostly for the elderly people with whom generally lies the traditional gourmet secrets. It also helped the home chefs to spread the word about their cooking and benefited them with returns.

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R E C I P ES ALL THINGS HEALTHY AND HEARTFULLY RED

By Roweena Bhatia

Happy Valentines Day to all you healthy readers. Some delicious healthy treats with some beautiful organic reds, super healthy for your heart! Literally!!!!

Vanilla Strawberries with Yoghurt and Granola Serves 6 (Yes There will be extra granola!)

Ingredients For the strawberries • 250g strawberries, hulled and quartered • 100g vanilla sugar (or 100g caster sugar and 1 tsp. vanilla extract, mixed) For the Granola • 2 tbsp. sunflower oil • 60ml agave nectar or maple syrup • 2 tbsp. raw organic honey • 250g rolled oats • 60g sunflower seeds • 2 tbsp. sesame seeds • 20g pumpkin seeds • 100g flaked almonds • 40g desiccated coconut • 250ml natural low fat yoghurt

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• Edible flowers for decorating • A few extra strawberries for decoratingInstructions: 1. Heat the oven to 180ºC. 2. Combine the strawberries and vanilla sugar in a bowl.

3. Meanwhile, mix the oil, maple syrup and honey in a large bowl. Add in all the remaining ingredients, except the coconut, and mix well.

4. Pour the granola mix onto two baking trays and spread evenly. Bake for 20 – 25 minutes, then mix in the coconut and bake for a further 10 minutes. Keep an eye on this mixture and stir from time to time, as it can burn around the edges.

5. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.

6. To serve, layer some granola, a few spoons of natural yoghurt and some vanilla strawberries into glass bowls or pretty glasses. Repeat this process, ending with a layer of yoghurt. Decorate with a few strawberries and edible flowers.

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Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade Sparkling raspberry lemonade! The perfect balance of zingy and sweet. It’s the taste of raspberry captured in a glass.

Ingredients: • 5-6 tbs raw organic honey • ½ cup water • ½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice • 4 ounces organic raspberries (available at natures basket) • 2 bottles sparkling water Instructions: 1. Bring the water and honey to a simmer. Stir so that the honey dissolves completely. Then let it cool to room temperature. Place the raspberries in your processor and process until smooth.

2. Strain the raspberries through a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl. Then mix with the sweetened water and stir well.

3. Next squeeze the juice from the lemons.

Combine fresh lemon juice and raspberry syrup.

Slowly add sparkling bottled water.

Pomegranate Spinach Salad With Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Bid goodbye to the boring side salad with this bowl of crisp, baby spinach, juicy pear slices, sweet pomegranate seeds, and tangy goat cheese. Paired with a homemade, Apple cider vinaigrette, this salad is a healthy feast of fresh and seasonal ingredients.

Ingredients: For Apple Cider Vinaigrette: • 1 clove garlic, minced • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard • ¼ cup Bragg’s apple cider vinegar • 2 tbsp lemon juice • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil • ¼ tsp low sodium salt • ⅛ tsp freshly crushed pepper For Pomegranate Spinach Salad: • 8 cups organic baby spinach • 1 ripe pear • ⅓ cup pomegranate seeds • 2 ounces low fat goat cheese Instructions: 1. For Apple Cider Vinaigrette: Combine all of the ingredients in a jar, cover and shake until well combined.

2. For Pomegranate Spinach Salad: Add the spinach to your salad bowl. Sprinkle with the pomegranate seeds.

Slice the pears just before you’re ready to serve so that they don’t discolor. Cut the pear into thin slices and toss.

Finally, crumble the goat cheese on top of the salad and then drizzle with the vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

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LL | community Entrepreneur Of The Hood Rahul Bajaj

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rt and business may not generally be a preferred combination, but here is someone who is changing that norm.

Meet Rahul Bajaj, our entrepreneur of the hood, and the director and brains behind Le Sutra Hotel, the country’s first Indian Art based hotel, which promises a one of a kind experience.

What’s more, is that he plans to expand the essence of Indian art with upcoming pop ups such as the recent Art By The Sea at the Carter Road promenade.

We caught up with him to know more about his noteworthy idea, and here’s what he shared with us!

Q. When and how did the concept of Le Sutra come about?

A 16-room hotel called Hotel Pali Hills was in need of renovation for the rooms section. Its three Restaurants had already made a huge impact on the clientele, namely Olive Bar & Kitchen, Out of the Blue and Deliciae, the Dessert Café.

The challenge was how do we put a 16room hotel on the world map? Initially, we started with the idea of making an Art Hotel and after our first room was ready, we realized it was wonderful, but it lacked the soul, because it looked like an Art Hotel that could be anywhere in the world. Therefore, we went back to the drawing board and worked with multiple designers to recreate Le Sutra into an Indian Art Hotel the first of its kind.

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Was art something that you had always been pursuing?

I have been a student of art in my school and I acquired significance in my class.

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Putting Indian Art On The Hospitality Map Rahul Bajaj

For 3 y e a r s , I was

by Zeba Akhtar considered the worst art student in my school. I just hated drawing tomatoes and bottle gourd and I preferred birds on a tree than those painted on paper. With the influence of my Art Teacher, Mr. Nilesh Q. What are the various themes that Vede, I managed to scrape through in make up Le Sutra? my Art Exam.

Q. Why Indian art?

We felt that for an Art Hotel to be relevant it needed to capture the ethos of Indian-ness as its soul factor. And so, that became the background thought for the creation of Le Sutra. We realized that Indian Art was probably older than other art forms by several thousand years, giving us a great advantage.

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How did you go about putting plans together for the Le Sutra?

We created a project team, which consisted of Art Coordinators, Researchers, and interviewed 120 Artists and 40 Sculptors and discussed with them our concepts. On a drive from Mumbai to Lonavala, I probably got lost into a trance and took the concept that we had already finalized and broke it into segments of characters and characteristics.

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The concept finalized was based on the three Gunas: the Tamas, Rajas, and Satva. One for each of the floors. The three Gunas stand for the three aspects of human nature. Each of these Gunas had to be translated into characters and characteristics. So, as the concept got fine-tuned, Tamas had rooms on Vaasna or desire, a Room on Ravana, a room on Maya which stood for delusion of the mind, and Angdai, the Spa which more than justified inertia one of the attributes of Tamas. The Rajsic floor had a room on valour, dedicated to the character of Karna. It had rooms on Ashoka who was a change of artist from Rajsic to Satvic. The room on Krishna stands for

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romance. Another on Shakuntala and Dushyant that stood for love. The other rooms displayed the characteristics of Rajsic Guna like Dhuutya or Gambling, Yagna or Worship, Shringar or Adornment and Music, etc. The Satvic floor signified characteristics like Nirvan – a room dedicated to the life of Buddha. Prakriti or Energy, Shuddhi or Cleansing and Mandala or Spiritual Geometry.

Andhra Art, and Mughal Folk Art. These apartments are fully furnished and completely outfitted to move into for long-term rentals ranging from six months to three years

Q. What has been the strongest bit of your entrepreneurial journey?

Creating Le Sutra to be a cult product took a lot of planning and expenditure.

Q. Why Art By The Sea? An Art Hotel must spread its scent and justify its relevance by giving to society its essence.

Q. How successful would you call this initiative?

This was the second Art by the Sea and this time, it was a joint initiative with Marico Evenings and supported by Bandra West Residents Association. We must have had several thousand visitors on these three evenings who watched the art come alive from a blank canvas to a complete masterpiece. Many of the visitors spent time interacting with the Artists and asking them various questions. Artists engaged also in pottery, sculpture, etc. The swarm of human beings that sustained itself around this Art Camp certified its success. What was touching was that people of the weaker section of society also enjoyed observing the artists at play.

We have also done events like – Yoga by the Sea, which was an introduction to the Yoga Sutra by Patanjali.

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What were the risks involved in setting up something as new and as niche as Le Sutra?

The costs involved of creation of this art and the time it took to implement, it was an economic risk but it all worked out as expensive but expressive!

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What plans for the future of Le Sutra?

We have already completed another project after Le Sutra – The Hotel and this is called Le Sutra Art Homes. We have over a dozen apartments, which have been created, as Art Homes for rental accommodation, another first in this country. We have two collections, the first in a genre of Tribal Art Homes based on several folk art forms like Madhubani, Bhil, Gond, Kalighat, February 2016 | Volume 1 Issue 10 | Living Local Mumbai (Bandra-Khar Edition) 29

LL | community Inspire

Empowering Marginalized Communities Shishir Mohod, SVEEP Officer

by Zeba Akhtar

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he stigma of marginalization in a country like India always rakes strong. Be it the stigma of gender, caste, tribe, sexual orientation, or even occupation. More often than not, these labels are so strong that they turn into a vital part of a communities sense of self and belonging, which usually ends in rendering them incapacitate, and withdrawn from mainstream societies.

This is pretty much the case when it comes to communities such as trans genders as well as sex workers. Because they are not accepted by mainstream society and are usually looked down upon, they are thus relegated to the peripheries of social living. This further drives them into an attitude of mistrust especially when it comes to anything remotely related to the state or the government.

The above paragraphs are not just my analysis, but are the beliefs of Shishir Mohod, a SVEEP officer under the Election Commission Of India, an official who has encountered these trends first hand, and was successful

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enough in bringing about a significant change.

Our man in question is an inspiring official who broke the usual shackles of stigma amongst marginalized communities and was hence honored with the President’s Award for the same.

“The Election Commission Of India realizes that there are certain communities which are relegated to the boundaries, mostly because of the general attitudes of the people. It is trying to include all types of voters in to the voting system, because after all, democracy is not just meant for a handful.

As a Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation officer, my task was to assimilate these communities to come forward.” Says Shishir.

When the Election Commission Of India decided to assign tasks to different states,

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the state of Maharashtra was assigned the task of uplifting the trans genders as well as the sex workers. When they first set out on the task, the number of trans genders who were enrolled in the voting rolls was zero. This was due to the fact that many of them had migrated, and lacked in the documents, which were necessary for ensuring voting presences.

However, in just a matter of three years, Shishir made the impossible happen.

In 2015, as opposed to the start in 2012, the number of trans genders enrolled as voters had come up to a whopping 1200 and it keeps getting higher.

“We directed special campaigns towards these communities. It was common knowledge that until and unless we interacted with them up close and personal, it would be impossible for us to make any real change. However, I knew that this was not the task of just one organization. Hence we got in touch with different non-governmental organizations which had been working with these communities to get a further insight into their issues.” Explained Shishir.

A resident of Amravati, who has been settled for long in Bandra, and has been associated with the Indian government

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for the past twenty-five years, Shishir strongly believes that the only way forward is to bring these communities together. He is of the belief that we need to remove the fear of the government from the minds of these people. The reason why they fear the government is because they were far removed from the society. Nobody gave them proper residence and they were discriminated even when it comes to employment.

The Election Commission Of India realizes that there are certain communities which are relegated to the boundaries, mostly because of the general attitudes of

come up and have faith in the system.�

Says Shishir, determined.

It is his never-ending commitment that has made this initial win possible, and we hope that he continues to achieve even bigger milestones.

When the Election Commission Of India decided to assign tasks to different states, the state of Maharashtra was assigned the task of uplifting the trans genders as well as the sex workers

the people When Shishir and his associated began working with these communities, they were initially skeptical, but later on, they were thrilled to be getting recognition and support from the government.

Opening up was not an easy task, but they remained persistent and gradually got the confidence of these communities.

Despite creating a landmark change, Shishir still does not feel complacent. “Our endeavor is not limited to just the two communities assigned to us.

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Date: 7th February Location: Taj Lands End BYRAMJI JEEJEEBHOY RD, BAND STAND MOUNT MARY, BANDRA WEST MOUNT MARY, BANDRA WEST MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA 400050 EVENT DESCRIPTION Do you know how to speak both Hindi and English, but don’t know how to apply that in real life other than talking in those languages? Kings, Rajas and Ranis is a show specially curated for people who enjoy both English and Hindi comedy, with the best from both the Hindi comedy world and the English comedy world coming together to perform on one stage.

Date: 13th February Location: Mehboob Studio, HILL RD RANWAR, BANDRA WEST MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA 400050 Known as Asia’s largest and finest Blues phenomenon, the Mahindra Blues Festival brings together some of the best Blues musicians in the world for 2 days of guitar-rippin’, soul-trippin’ action at the iconic Mehboob Studio in Mumbai.

Since its inception in 2011, the Mahindra Blues Festival has been instrumental in bringing down international Blues legends like Buddy Guy, John Lee Hooker Jr., Taj Mahal and Walter Trout, among others, to Mumbai - fuelling a burgeoning interest in Blues music throughout the country. MBF has also become a great platform for Indian Blues bands to perform alongside the best Blues musicians in the world. MBF was also nominated in 2014 for the ‘Keeping the Blues Alive’ award presented by the The Blues Foundation of America.

In 2016, MBF returns in its sixth year, with a fantastic line-up featuring the likes of Joss Stone, Keb’Mo’, Malina Moye, King King and The Heritage Blues Orchestra, along with home-grown talent like Soulmate and the winners of The Mahindra Blues Band Hunt 2016.

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An Exclusive Shopping Fair where entrepreneurs, startups and budding artist will unleash their work. One of the New ideas where in Shopping will be fun and each visitor get to c something out of box .

Date: 28th February THE VENUE - DAUGHTERS OF ST.PAUL , WATER FIELD RD, BANDRA WEST, MUMBAI 400050

Yellow Talks What? : Yellow Talks- Think Ahead Where? : Mount Litera School, Bandra When? : February 6th, 2016 About the Theme: Think Ahead Come and experience beyond curiosity, ‘’In an increasingly resource starved, volatile, and unpredictable world, conventional approaches to do work will simply not work. Instead, what is needed is unconventional mindset one that is frugal, flexible, and sharply focused on outcomes’’. This edition of Yellow Talks will gather some of the active thinkers who have opted to think ahead to be successful in life. Yellow Talks is coming up with talks where people with inquisitive mind will trigger the curiosity to Think Ahead. We have gathered some great thinkers from the field of Entrepreneurship to an Art, Photography to Sports, and Healthcare to Science, to share their future thinking worth spreading.

Yellow Talks is an organization setup to bridge the gap between winners.

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What’s Happening UNQUOTE THE QUOTES

Pierrot’s Troupe presents Lal Qile Ka Aakhri Mushaera Date: 7Th February Location: Rang Sharda Mumbai NEAR LILAVATI HOSPITAL, KC MARG, BANDRA RECLAMATION FLYOVER, ONGC COLONY, BANDRA WEST ONGC COLONY, BANDRA WEST MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA 400050 ‘Lal Qile Ka Aakhri Mushaera’ is the re-creation of what was supposedly the last ‘poetic congregation’ during the reign of the Mughal Emperor and eminent poet, Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’, played by none other than Tom Alter, a master of Urdu, acting and history telling.

The importance of this historic event lies in the fact that it literally assembled on one stage the tallest figures of Urdu poetry.

The play, therefore, beautifully relives the ‘Golden Period’ of Urdu Poetry by assembling on one stage Ustaad Zauq, Mirza Ghalib, Momin, Zafar, Dagh, Azurdah, Aish, Sheftah, Balmukund Huzoor, Tishnah, Daagh, Ustaad Shauq, Sakhanand Raqam and many more.

In the process, this highly rich costume and period drama brings forth the poetry of the finest quality and class: For instance, Ghalib’s, ‘Ibn-e Maryam hua kare koi’, Zauq’s, ‘Laayi hayaat aaye, qaza le chali chale’, Momin’s, ‘Asar us ko zara nahin hota’, Zafar’s, ‘Ya mujhe afsar-e shahana banaya hota’.

No less does the play take the audiences back to the past to come face to face with the legends - their elegant recitation styles and mannerisms, their interperson relationships, their exclusive get ups and, most important of all, their excellent sense of humor as reflected in repartees they frequently exchange with one another during the course of the Mushaera.

In the broader sense, the play showcases the life and living in ‘Delhi’, before it began to undergo a change - politically, socially and culturally - in the wake of the First War for Independence.

Hey Locals! It’s February! They say it’s the month of Love! Valentine’s Day! We all make promises in love to our partner; here is a poem on promises waiting to unquote itself….

I Promise You I can’t promise you That dark clouds Will never hover over our lives Or that future Will bring us many rainbows.

I can’t promise you That tomorrow will be perfect Or that life will be easy.

I can promise you My everlasting devotion, My loyalty, my respect, And my unconditional love for a lifetime.

I can promise that I’ll always be here for you, To listen and to hold your hand, And I will always do my best to make you happy, And make you feel loved.

I can promise that I will see you through any crisis, And pray with you, Dream with you, Build with you, And always cheer you on And encourage you,

Planet Pajama

I can promise that I will willingly

Date: 7th February Location: Taj Lands End, BYRAMJI JEEJEEBHOY RD, BAND STAND MOUNT MARY, BANDRA WEST MOUNT MARY, BANDRA WEST MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA 400050 A show at the luxurious Taj Lands End where comedians from all over the world come together and share intimate details of their life. Like whose toothbrush have they stolen? When was the last time they bought new underwear? It was a year ago. We’re kidding, it was five years ago.

be your protector, Your advisor, your counselor, Your friend, your family, your everything.

I promise you.

-Unknown

by Divya Panday

by Divya Panday

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LL | community Women - Making a Difference Sapna Bhavnani

Challenging Stereotypes and Breaking Boundaries Sapna Bhavnani

by Zeba Akhtar

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eing a woman in any part of the world is a task. Being a woman in India is a difficult task. And being a woman, who is a challenge to the normative stereotypes in India, is an ordeal.

When Sapna Bhavnani first moved back to India after a fourteen-year long stint in the U.S, she found herself in the middle of a culture shock. And the snide remarks and comments from those around her doubled up the agony.

However, with a firm resolve, she remained unmoved, and here she stands today, as one of the most celebrated hair stylists in the country with an effervescent style of her own, which has today elevated her to the position of a role model for many other women in the country.

My rendezvous with her was not just based on her hair styling or her salon, Mad-o-wot in Bandra, but instead our conversation traversed more along the

Around two years ago, she along with journalist turned activist, Alok Dixit, became a co-founder for an organization named, Stop Acid Attacks based in Delhi that is changing the way society views and treats acid attack victims along with training them how to find viable means of livelihood. “I follow the policy of don’t give them fish, but rather teach them how to fish so that they no longer remain dependent on those around you.” Says Sapna as she talks of how coming up with long term solutions is the key.

“When I came here ten years ago, I was a I follow the policy of don’t give them stigma. There were women It was this who did not belief that fish, but rather teach them how to look like me. furthered the Today, look foundation for anywhere and Sheroes Café fish so that they no longer remain women who in Agra, which look like me is run entirely dependent on those around you are not a rarity by acid attack anymore.

I victims. It is a have always collaborative believed that space for times would activism as change, and here we are, right on the lines of her many initiatives where she is well as art that helps raise funds to run threshold of change.” Recalls Sapna as championing the cause of woman hood, the place. she reflects on her journey post moving and creating a space and environment to back to India. combat stigma.

Stop Acid Attacks is an endeavor to beat

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the stigma of disfigurement and lack of confidence that these women face on an everyday basis.

She believes that any form of stigma can be dealt with, if there is enough belief and dedication, and it is with this idea in mind that she has been training sex workers associated with the non-profit Apne Aap Women’s Collective. The goal is to train these women in professional hair styling so that they may be able to propel further.

‘I am a firm believer in baby steps. I know that they will not transform into master stylists overnight. But the very fact that they will acquire the skill is a start. And any start is magic.’

Sapna is already on the path to setting up a training center above her salon, where these women can acquire the necessary skill. Her hope for these women is for them to be able to live a life with dignity and freedom without having to hide their past, and for this, she believes that effort and direction are extremely vital.

“People need to be aware of multiple realities of woman hood. When I was invited to Start Up India conference in Delhi, I was excited not just about meeting the Prime Minister, but to be able to represent woman hood in all its variety. It was my effort at making him aware that there are women like me who also represent India, and are equally successful. It was a proud moment for me not only as a person, but as a

woman, and also as a member of the hair styling fraternitya profession which had been looked down upon for a very long time.” She beams with joy and contentment as she says these words.

I go back to my introductory statement.

Being a woman in any part of the world is a task. Being a woman in India is a difficult task. And being a woman, who is a challenge to the normative stereotypes in India is an ordeal.

However, not IMPOSSIBLE, and women like Sapna are showing us how its done.

Stop Acid Attacks is an endeavor to beat the stigma of disfigurement and lack of confidence that these women face on an everyday basis

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he esteemed educational Trust of Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM) unites the strength of fifteen institutions to present a magnum of an international media festival in 2016. Hashtag International Media festival, in its inception year celebrates media as a pervasive aspect of public life to absorb talent from the innovative and multifaceted youth. Under the guiding direction of Mithibai College and Harkisan Mehta Institute of Media, Research and Analysis, Hashtag’16 is scheduled to culminate into a calculated explosion of events on 15th, 16th and 17th of February of 2016. The festival serves as a competitive stage that shall acknowledge and reward student initiative and creativity.

Through their event departments namely, Performing Arts, Literary Arts, Creative And Fine Arts To Cinema Events, Photography, they strive to bring the essence of imagination to the forefront. “Our aim is to bring together students who cherish a stage that allows interaction and facilitates a flow of ideas” says Karan Thakur, Chairperson of Hashtag ’16.

Hashtag’16 was launched on 17th of December 2015, amidst wild cheer and excitement, probably the largest the campus has ever seen. Hashtag’16 launch was star studded as they welcomed the cast of Dilwale, to promote the movie. They couldn’t have gotten a more energetic and enthusiastic welcome from the SVKM campus!

Amidst selfies, autographs impromptu dance and singing sessions, distribution of goodies, it was rather difficult for

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everyone to say goodbye to not only very talented, but also endearing artists like them.

At another instance, the team of Hashtag ‘16 came together in its full strength to organise SVKM’s YUVA 2016 – the Mega Sports and Cultural Festival. This was a particularly proud moment for the entire team of Hashtag’16, not only to be able to organise YUVA 2016 successfully, but also the launch event of YUVA’s mascot, Gajju.

An aspect that makes Hashtag’16 distinctive is the extent of its reach. The festival has already received national and international recognition. Invitations have been sent to all major colleges and institutions personally, while the official blog and social media pages of Hashtag ’16 festival buzz continuously with preevent updates and activities.

All set to make Hashtag ’16 a milestone in the history of SVKM educational trust.

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Our aim is to bring together students who cherish a stage that allows interaction and facilitates a flow of ideas

Chronicles of the Hood

by Zeba Akhtar

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et amidst the quiet lane of Pali Hill in Bandra, stands this 25-year-old eatery, which has almost become a synonym for Bandra and its people.

Yes, I am talking about what now seems omnipresent with multiple branches: Candies!

The amusing part is that even though today Candies seems to be an exclusive Bandra hangout, the first ever outlet of Candies was opened in Lokhandwala in Andheri, West. Now that is surprising, isn’t it?

Almost every hooder in Bandra and the vicinity is aware of the place, and most of us even travel across hoods, just to get a taste of the good old Candies menu and their fun ambience.

The old world charm of Candies comes from its Portuguese style white bungalow, contrasted with blue and dotted with numerous charming lights, Turkish lanterns and hanging lamps.

Not only this, there walls speak a million stories with mosaic art portraying famous people from across the world such as The Dalai Lama, Michael Jackson, Steve Jobs among many others.

Indian menu as well.

The best part about Candies is that they always claim of fresh food, and freshly made bread. Be it croissants, baguettes, bun rolls, and loaves, they make it all in house and fresh, another reason why you will never find this place short of customers. From college students, to working professionals, artists, working women and even homemakers out on a kitty party or just catching up with old friends, this place sees it all on an everyday basis.

The oldest item on their menu happens to be their chicken sandwich, and the best part is that they have begun happy hours on all items after 8 pm.

With its three outlets up and running, Candies keeps up to its name and Bandra hooders definitely claim pride in this legendary food destination!

Oh, has anyone also notices their colorful ‘Wall of Peace’ right at the steps that lead to the first floor? If not, then you must definitely look it up the next time you visit. And the quaint souvenir shop is sure to grab your attention.

But that’s not it.

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. J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research, also known as SIMSR, the institution is amongst the top business schools of India. The 33 years old institute is an embodiment of values, culture and education that liberates. Situated in one of the largest campus in Mumbai, SIMSR is not only proud of its students who have made their marks in various walks of life but also of its dedicated faculty.

students across the country in this three day event. The icing on the cake of this year’s edition is the celebrity night on 12th of February 2016 where the iconic Indi-pop band of the late 90s, Euphoria famous for its number’s like “Gully,” “Maaeri”and “Dhoom” is set to stage on fire.

The college cordially invites all the readers to this event. Come, join in and make it one of the memorable days of your life.

Its flagship event Mélange adds as a golden feather to the hat of SIMSR. Over the years, the event has grown in leaps and bounds, reaching new heights each year where groups of enthusiastic and dedicated students have organized, reshaped and enhanced it with the changing times.

It is an amalgamation of all management, cultural, and informal elements to make it the biggest event. It is organized in one of the largest campus of the city, gives an individual an opportunity to target an audience of over 10000 people per day coming from 28 institutes in the campus and over 150 colleges from colleges across India.

Mélange 2016 happening between 11th and 13th February 2016 is back with its 14th Edition with the flavor of Bombay.

Mélange stands for a varied mixture, which closely resembles the variety Mumbai has-a medley of happiness, culture, and learning. This theme aptly resembles Mélange in so many waysthe excitement just as during festivals and the convergence of ideas just as Mumbai is witnessing by welcoming people from all over the country. The vibrancy of the city is contagious as is the vibrancy of Mélange. KJ Somaiya is a home to students from all over the country and it has amalgamated all of them just like Mumbai has and Mélange is the token of this amalgamation.

There are a host of Pan India competitions in the areas of strategy, marketing and operations among others open to

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K Institute of Management Studies and Research will be organizing the 7th edition of their inter-collegiate management conclave and cultural festival, Ethos 2016. Like preceding years, the organizing team of Ethos 2016 has come up with yet another creative theme called

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and with a plethora of events that would release a boulevard of exciting opportunities for budding geniuses to come and show case their skills and talents.

Ethos 2016 is a 3 day festival which will witness an array of mind boggling Management Games like Scavenger Hunt, Flop to Shop, Brand Housie, Financial Samurai, Beg-Borrow-Steal, Richest, Meet the Devil Boss to name a few. These would require conceptual clarity, leadership logic, spontaneity, and creativity for brilliant minds to help solve the riddles, puzzles, and tasks.

Cultural competitions like Dancing, Singing, Rangoli, Big Boss, Glass Painting, Candid Photography, RJ hunt, Fashion Show, Mimicry, Dubsmash, Bhool Bhulaiya, Perfect click, Snake and Ladder, and Nail Art are for those talented artists

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who need a platform to exhibit their creativity and craft.

In addition, for the rest who want to flex their muscles and crack their knuckles Ethos 2016 has something for them too, competitions like cricket, tug-of-war, rink-foot ball, carom, Need for Speed, Counter Strike, Chess, and Table tennis are organized under their banner Adventos.

This year, the student organizing committee has decided to add innovations to the set of competitions offered and are putting together MR. and MS. Ethos 2016 and DJ Night.

Some of the prominent celebrities from celluloid industry has confirmed their presence during the event.

Come witness the convergence of students, parents, and professionals from the industry where we expect a footfall of at least 8,000 students to the campus and 400+ colleges as participants.

Dates to remember: 4th, 5th, 6th February 2016

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by Zeba Akhtar

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alentine’s Day is just around the corner. There were times when this concept was hardly known to people and over the years, it has changed into a major celebration. Gifts, cards, flowers, chocolates, jewelry etc. all seem to have become the traditional emblems denoting this day of love.

But don’t you think that all of that is too mainstream? How many years in a row will you be able to get away with the same old card, gift, chocolates routine?

After all, if you are planning to make someone special, then why not take it a notch higher?

Now you must be wondering what exactly can those ideas be. Well, we have got it covered for you!

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Read on and choose your pick amongst some of our favourite off beat ideas for Valentine’s Day! 1. Camping: Yes, you got that right. Are you not bored of the clichéd candle light dinner in some uptown restaurant already? Love is all about companionship so why not get together and go on a camping trip. Trek up a hill, slide down the river, or lie down and count the stars in the wilderness; the options are plenty! Mumbai has so many places nearby that will take your camping trip by storm.

2. Tattoos: And by this, I do not mean

tattooing the name of your love on your arm! Places like Alien’s Tattoo, have customized tattoos for Valentine’s Day that you can either sport for your loved one, or if your loved one is tattoo enthusiast then you can go ahead and gift them an all new tattoo!

3. Cocktail night in: We have all done the whole ‘shooting cocktails in a club’ routine. This time make it different. The idea is to make your loved one feel the effort, hence go ahead, and play bar tender for once. You could easily go through a couple of videos on YouTube and use their chosen poison to whip up some fancy cocktails at home. Add to that some good music, and you are all set for the perfect night in!

4. Go out on a yacht: You live in a city like Mumbai. So why not make the most of the sea. There are tonnes of yacht rental services that you can avail. Book a private yacht, pop up some champagne, and go out into the sea. Do not forget to take photos in the mesmerizing sunset.

5. Attend The Ballard Estate Festival: Another excuse for you to visit town. If you as a couple happen to be a lover of festivals, performances, food pop ups and the likes then go on to Mumbai’s Ballard Estate Festival, where the two of you can have some quality time together by engaging in each other’s hobbies.

A perfect Valentine’s Day gift could be anything under the sun! All you need is just the right amount of effort!

Hope you have a splendid Valentine’s Day!

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Taj Mahal Tea House

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n a city like Mumbai, where food is a mix of different cultures and experiences, we bring to you, the best and choicest of places to satiate your appetite.

Welcome to the food guide for your hood.

Your ultimate destination for all things food in your hood!

Heritage foodie joints: These are the places you would know since time immemorial, and over the years, they have become a landmark of their own!

It has been 25 years and Candies is still going strong. This Portuguese villa with its wide range of dishes, and exceptional prices will make it your go-to destination.

If you are a lover of Biryani, then do head to Lucky Restaurant on S.V Road, for the most mouthwatering biryanis made with age old tradition.

Regional Food: These are the places that literally bring India on a platter for you. If you are a lover of Punjabi food and you want it dhaba style, then head to Mini Punjab, or Papa Pancho Da Dhaba. If you are a lover of flavours from the south, then Shiv Sagar and Amrut Sagar deserve a try for sure.

Party Places: Looking for the perfect place to party? Head to Escobar or Radio Bar. The newly opened Asado has some special cocktails lined up just for you.

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in your Hood!

Fine Dine: If you happen to be a lover of fancy places then we have that covered for you too. Sangria at Pali Village Café is a must try. That apart, the Oriental fare at Hakkasan, Indian food at Masala Bay are also worth a try.

Brunch: Looking for that perfect Sunday brunch? Look no more. Eat Around The Corner and Saltwater Café have some really sumptuous brunch options lined up. Bagel lovers can hit up The Bagel Shop.

Romantic Dining: Since Valentine’s Day is around the corner, you can definitely do with a romantic date. The candle light dinner at Pali Village Café can be your pick. That apart, you can also try Bungalow 9, and Corniche By The Waterfront.

Upcoming places: Well, these are the new ones in your hood, waiting to be explored.

The newly opened BAD café has been getting rave reviews. You could also try yummy pizza at the Playlist Pizzeria, or sip some good old tea at The Taj Mahal Tea House on Bandra Reclamation.

Small Bites: These are the places most suited for on the go food, especially for students running on a low budget. Elco for their pani puri is a must try and is always crowded. If you are a lover of patties and pastries, then head to Hearsch Bakery, or even Candies.

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TAROTSCOPE

YOUR FORECAST FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2016

THE YEAR AHEAD FOR AQUARIUS Happy Birth Anniversary!

You can cause a dull and stagnant relationship to flare up with new excitement this year, if it is important to you. Else, you can let it go. Increase your level of physical activity for better health. Finances will see a rise in expenditure and you can use this for useful investments.

(Please note: The guide uses Zodiac Signs according to date of birth, and not according to your Sun Sign, Moon Sign or Ascendant. There is no cusp.)

ARIES (March 21st-April 20th) A month of discovering that a little caution can go a long way! You will then be able to have just what you need to keep everything, including relationships, health and finances, just the way you want. Play safe now, if possible for you. It would be hugely beneficial.

TAURUS (April 21st-May 20th): You have the precise resources you need and you will need to also remind yourself of this fact, in this month, as too much will be happening all around you. Do whatever it takes to keep your focus on well being. Take good care of your diet and finances.

GEMINI (May 21st-June 20th): A strange but informative month for you, as you find out a lot of behind-the-scenes stories. Nothing drastic will happen, but a few jumps and starts do offer themselves. Regular and routine healthcare and practical economising will help.

CANCER (June 21st-July 21st): You will feel the strongest of under-currents all around and you need to stay close to everything that reassures you. There is nothing to fear. Watch your diet and expenditure, and keep both of them routine.

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LEO (July 22nd-August 22nd): Things seem to be awaiting your exciting interaction.

It would be beneficial to remember that comfort zone is necessary for safety. Find ways that interest you to look after your health and finances, but from what you already know. Stay away from the unknown, for now.

VIRGO (August 23rd-September 22nd): You are well-equipped to deal with the tremors you will feel in the reality all around, remember that. Many seem to be reaching an end of their run. Perhaps, it is for the better. Watch your diet and spending, and you are good to go.

LIBRA

(September 23rd-October 22nd):

Like a pro performer under the spotlight, keep your wits about yourself in all contingencies. Know that you have the necessary resources to deal with the current situation. Don’t be fooled by apparent difficulties; they are actually the twists that make the tale interesting.

Play it safe in matters of health and personal finance.

MOHINI BASU is a Tarot Card reader, Hypnotherapist and Life Coach.

She can be contacted on mohini.tarot@yahoo.com.

Her website is theredfoxanddeerlady. wordpress.com.

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SCORPIO

(October 23rd November 22nd):

You will have a good time this month, much to the surprise of others. What may unground you is the plight of people close to you, but your good fortune can rub off on them. In all situations, don’t over-exert. Look after your health and finances in predictable ways.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd-December 21st):

Your attitude in dealing with life is the winner this month.

Don’t bother about making sense of everything that happens, because the senseless, too, can happen. Do, however, keep a firm hold of your innate wisdom, and use that in huge dollops in matters of health and finance.

Watch your diet and spend judiciously.

CAPRICORN

(December 22nd–January 19th):

Keep in mind that resources for everything are always present, and you will be able to deal with all the clearings and endings that are likely this month. You will be able to let go of deadwood. Health will need you to stop experimenting and decide on a routine. Finance will be good.

AQUARIUS (January 20th–February 18th): You will suddenly have great clarity in what you need to keep in your life and what is worth your energy. High emotional quotient present now may make you uncomfortable, but you can deal very well with it. Health, with routine care, will be good. Expenses are high, but you can make them profitable.

PISCES (February 19th-March 20th): Underlying everything that happens now is an emotional engagement that you will understand perfectly. Yet, refrain from sharing your understanding with others. Only share your good will and care. You will need to be practical about health, and include routines that calm you. For finances, ask for advice from knowledgeable people.

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