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Interview
A woman of Substance By Rubia Moghees
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ffortlessly beautiful, Ayesha Omar has matured into a widely recognized media personality and has established herself as an invaluable part of the Pakistani television industry in an incredibly short span of time. With a regional distinction in Advanced Level Arts and a place on the Roll of honour throughout her years at the National College of Art. Ayesha’s artistic prowess was apparent from a very early age and was buttressed with a passion for success and sheer determination, spirit and drive. Here she divulges her inner-most thoughts on her acting experience, her forays into modelling and her most recent attempts at singing.
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Q. You have a potpourri of experiences be it be hosting, acting, modeling and most recently singing; which genre do you feel has utilized your talent to the maximum and how?
A. Every genre has its own highs and lows and creative capacity. Modelling doesn’t really require much talent but it requires a lot of patience, confidence and aptitude, whereas hosting also requires a lot of confidence and general knowledge apart from the ability to hold people’s attention and to dig the right answers out of people. Acting and singing are where your talent is truly tested and explored. I would say that singing utilises your talent the most and then comes acting.
don’t have the energy or time to do it. I know many people like that and I am thankful of my mother for letting me explore every genre of the performing and visual arts. So, if you really look at it from this angle, I’m not doing too many diverse things, I’m fully committed to media and the arts and if I’m being able to do handle four different kinds of performing arts then why not!
I have always believed in exploring everything that one wants to do in life... I don’t want to regret not doing something that I really wanted to do
Q. Your claim to fame role has so far been in ‘Bulbulay’ which has broken records in popularity. What do you think has contributed in making it a success?
A. I would say it’s all about teamwork and mutual respect. The entire team of Bulbulay, from the cast to the crew to the director and writer is like a family. We have spent two years working together now and just like any family, we argue and complain and bug each other, but at the end of the day we all love each other and support each other in every way. I would say that a lot of credit goes to Nabeel, the producer/actor of Bulbulay, for keeping us all together like a family. Q. Are you better suited to perform comedies or can you switch gears and easily slide into serious roles too?
A. I have done a lot of serious characters with a lot of intensity and depth, along with comical roles. There are no boundaries in acting; you have to constantly push the limits. Q. You are recently being introduced as the face of ‘Capri.’ What are your views on this exciting venture?
A. I’m very excited about being the Brand Ambassador of such a great product and I feel most honoured that Capri chose me to be a role model and an example of success for the young female generation of our country. Capri’s philosophy is not just based on looking beautiful but also feeling beautiful and confident from the inside and pursuing your goals and ambitions despite the odds and drawbacks in life. I completely agree with that philosophy because I have followed it throughout my life and I believe that hard work and self-confidence can make you achieve anything you want. Q. You are widely recognized as one of the country’s most popular media personalities but many people have commented that you try to juggle too many things at the same time and that you are still undecided about your career?
A. I love being asked that question because I love explaining why I’m involved with so much. I have always believed in exploring everything that one wants to do in life and not holding back on anything. I don’t want to regret not doing something that I really wanted to do, later on in life, when I
Q. You have ventured into singing and coming out with an album shortly; what are your speculations?
A. Well, I have composed and created most of the songs myself, so they are very special to me. They are like my own babies and I’m obviously very curious and scared at the same time as to how people will respond to them and what they will think. However, I’ve been honest with my expression so… fingers crossed! Q. At one point you were also doing a cooking show and sharing your passion for desserts; how was the experience?
A. Quite interesting actually! I’m not a professional chef or a cook and I have never done a show like that on TV before. But I love food and feeding people and I have a real sweet tooth too. So when I was asked to do a show like that by Ary Zauq, I had my reservations, but they convinced me to try it and I did. The experience was fun but tough as hell; being all dressed up in a hot kitchen is tough and making sure things look good is tricky as well but people seemed to love it!! It’s been two years since I finished that show and people still come up to me and appreciate it and talk about it.
Q. The Anoushey-Ayesha clothing line has also been your forte for the last two years and you have mentioned that there is a dearth of such type of outfits meant exclusively for young girls; how is it faring and do you plan to expand the collaboration?
A. It was just a few collections that we did in collaboration with “Labels” and all the pieces got sold immediately. It was just an experiment for a year and it did pretty well actually, way beyond our expectations. We didn’t have the time or infrastructure to continue it for longer, although we would’ve loved to. We do plan on launching another collection next year. Let’s see what happens!
Q. Who is to be credited for your achievements or is there someone that has played a pivotal role in your success story, which has become an inspiration for many Pakistani women?
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What’s inn what’s out
Be trendy By Ayesha Nasir
1.What’s the mood this winter in the fashion industry?
Lounge has talked to Saira Rizwan and she has given a clear picture of this fall trends.
2.What’s the new upcoming color of the season? Long, flowy dresses…
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Jewel colors are definitely the ‘in’ colors this season
Wedding season is on the horizon, what colors would you advise to-be brides to explore?
4.Should we expect a comeback of any particular style? White beige and gold bridals look the most glamorous
5.What’s the new color for mehndis this season? Angrakha is coming back with a bang!
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This time round more striking colours will be in vogue, like deep purple, orange and green
What fabrics, in your opinion, are going to be big this winter?
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Velvet, lace and karandi chiffons
Are there any color schemes that you are focusing on for your winter collection?
8. If so, what are they? Yes
9. Are heavy embellishments in fashion this winter? White, off-White and jewel colors
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Of course! Winter is all about weddings, so yes, heavy embellishments are in this season.
Any striking and recurrent patterns or prints in style this winter?
For the prêt wear floral colors are in boom. A floral scarf worn with a black outfit, or a floral blouse over skinny jeans are ideal combinations. For a night out, a floral dress will make a huge impact
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Weekly International Trend guide, Autumn / Winters 2011
Fashionista Fatima From the catwalks of Paris to the Fashion Houses of Milan, walking the streets of New York to the boutique lanes of London, Fatima Khan, fashion stylist, designer, graduate of NCA and The London School of Fashion is a self proclaimed Fashionista. Her unique aesthetic sense coupled with her experience as a fashion buyer/merchandiser for various Fashion Houses in London has helped to launch her as a fashion connoisseur par excellence. Meet her every Sunday and learn what’s hot on the high streets in the global fashion village as well as the season’s must-haves and how to wear them. “My aim is to give my Pakistani readers a heads up by providing them with key forecasts for the up coming season so they can welcome the season with a perfect wardrobe without necessarily paying designer prices”
WONDER ONESIES – JUMPSUIT Call it a jumpsuit, an all-in-one or a playsuit – it doesn’t matter – catwalks were awash with them this season. I suggest you jump in with both feet and enjoy the comfort of the jumpsuit this season. The wide legged one-piece is set to become your favorite party piece for Autumn/ Winter 2011. The new collections have given us jumpsuits in slinky silk or satin looks which provide a laidback evening wear option while retaining the glamorous seventies influence which dominated last season. The jumpsuit is one of those pieces one can never go wrong with. One of the reasons I’m so in love with this look is because it’s a very chic garment, it accentuates a woman’s figure and any one can look fabulous in it. That’s why I think it should be one of your must- have looks for this season
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Whether it’s skintight, flowy, flared, draped or straight - picking the right one plays an important role on how you are going to style it properly. It is also all about the fit. Designers such as Marc Jacobs, Oscar de La Renta and especially Gucci emphasized on this trend a lot. The other names who followed this trend were Yves Saint Laurent&Roberto Cavalli. Sonia Rykiel’s wide legged one piece in slinky silk & satin set fire to the runway. Balmain’s eye catching sparkle was perfect party wear, while other sleeveless options at Michael Kors were also awesome. Chanel brought a biker edge with sturdy leather collars and oversized pockets for a toughened up daytime look. Structured tailoring at Osman and Joseph provided versatile options for the day that can be upgraded to evening-wear if paired with a gilded necklace and oversized clutch. All these looks required minimal accessories, just a thin leather belt and sky high heels.
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The Winter 2011 jumpsuits fashion trend offers the perfect way to blend comfort with style. It’s the perfect time to dress up your wardrobe with a playful flair. Choose from the skin tight and body con pieces or the more teen chic inspired and bulky creations depending on your personality and mood. These jumpsuits can be dressed up for a glamorous night out or toned down for a day of fun depending on the fabric and pattern. If you want to wear a jumpsuit to a daytime occasion such as a picnic, shopping or sightseeing - the floral print jumpsuit is just the right thing. It can be glammed up with some gold wedges and a clutch or worn with sandals and a white blazer for daytime sophistication. Team this with some gladiator sandals, straw bag and hat and you will be hot to trot for a day out, or with high heel sandals, gold accessories and a fancy clutch for an evening look.
Key Inspirational Pieces
Here are some key pieces from international market so you can take the inspiration and translate the upcoming trends into your outfit
A. Venetta Drape Jumpsuit £198 B. Halston Heritage Silk jumpsuit £390 C. Bianca Jagger Jumpsuit, £70 D. Jumpsuit, £45
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Health
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r Omer Sheikh is a well respected and internationally qualified professional credited with introducing the concept of Cosmetic Surgery in Pakistan nearly 11 years ago. He has performed over 10,000 procedures and saved the careers of many celebrities, cilm stars and models, along with helping many ordinary people with just a little nip and tuck. Dr Omer now has another feather in his cap which is that he is the only internationally licensed Stem Cell Surgeon in Pakistan. Follow the good doctor as he uses his scalpel on the dos and don’ts, truths and half truths about the much maligned and misunderstood world of cosmetic surgery
The turn-off
Sitting in my office, this is something I hear all the time, ‘Doctor, my wife has become too fat, can you help her’; or ‘My Husband has got such an awful potbelly, I am so turned off’. After over 1500 successful liposuction procedures, it would be safe to say that I have heard it all and much worse sometimes. So when and how did liposuction become the alternative for weight management and does it really work. The word liposuction means fat removal. It is the cosmetic surgical technique to remove unwanted fat from any part of the body permanently and never to plague you again. Back in the day liposuction was performed in a hospital setting under general anesthesia, carrying many risks, such as thromboembolism (clot formation), or excessive bleeding during surgery, visceral injury etc. Also there were many complications associated with the procedure; dimpling, uneven surface, infections and even death. Unfortunately this old technique is still being performed mainly by many local plastic and general surgeons, and is considered outdated, and not to mention unsafe in the present times. In 1984, Dr Jeffery Kliren invented a new technique known as ‘Tumescent Liposuction’. The advantage of this procedure is that it can be performed under local anesthesia. Tumescent liposuction is now considered the gold standard technique for performing liposuction because of its minimal risks and complications profile. There is no bleeding, no bumpiness provided it is performed by someone who has experience and has been properly trained to perform it. In Pakistan liposuction was considered to be a potentially fatal procedure, due to serious side effects and deaths, mainly because the procedure was being done by surgeons who had not been trained in this field. In 2001, this situation proved to be a great opportunity for me to introduce for the very first time Tumescent Liposuction in Pakistan, as a risk free alternative for fat removal. I had to face a great difficulty in making people understand the benefits of this new technique and also the difference between the old and new procedure. Unfortunately a lot of patients could not understand the benefits of Tumescent Liposuction. 42 I November 13 - 19, 2011
But in the last 11 yrs of practice I have seen more awareness about the procedure, and a change in the mindset of people regarding this technique. Making this procedure successful was a daunting and challenging task. The precision, accuracy, finesse and artistic touch I applied to each of the patients during this time was unimaginable. I have been able to establish this field slowly and gradually, despite all the challenges. Now as the tumescent liposuction procedure is becoming more popular, other clinics have started to offer liposuction surgery, without any training, often resulting is disastrous outcomes. Never take the risk of getting a procedure done from an un-skilled, untrained surgeon just because it will save you some money. The human body is sacred and should be respected; it should be handled with a lot of care because once the body gets disfigured it is very difficult to restore it to its natural appearance. Expertise, experience and the quality of work a surgeon does, matters the most, not the cost!
Tumescent liposuction is now considered the gold standard technique for performing liposuction because of its minimal risks and complications profile
For general feedback, advice or questions regarding cosmetic procedures, you can email thegooddoctorblogs@gmail.com or you can become a fan on www. facebook.com/aesthetics.pk
Theater
Welcome to Karachi, home to the kebab roll, media glitz, the mob, ravers, landowners, rangers, corrupt cops and maulvis
Karachi, The Musical: Road to revolution
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he first time I met Nida Butt, the theatre producer and choreographer, I immediately understood why she is as successful as she is. Her energy, passion and commitment to theatre shines through in the way she talks about her work. It is obvious that she doesn’t just do theatre, she lives and breathes it. The company which she founded and now runs, Made for Stage productions, has put on tremendously successful and critically acclaimed plays such as Chicago and Mamma Mia. . This time the stakes are higher because Made for Stage productions is bringing forth its latest musical, which is its only original musical to date: Karachi, The Musical, Haar Na Mano. This will be the first time that a musical with a completely original score will be performed in Karachi, accompanied by a live orchestra performing those songs during the performance. ‘It couldn’t be more local – from the script to the music, the actors, singers and musicians. It is integral to support
By Ayesha Nasir
and develop the talent in our local theater industry’ says Nida, “And it’s also the first time we are doing a story which is so relevant to us, our city and our times.” The musical which has been written by Faraz Lodhi and Uns Mufti is based in the boxing rings of Lyari where young boys and men from the area spar all day long. To lend authenticity and realism to the play, Nida Butt and her team went to Lyari and spent time with in the gyms with the students, teachers and locals. The 12 original songs which are the lifeline of the musical have been composed, written and arranged by Hamza Jafri, with Faraz Lodhi as the lyricist. The title song ‘Karachi’ has already been released on Sound cloud and radio, and is already receiving rave reviews. Volume 1 of the soundtrack will be released on Opening Night. “Some of the tunes on this soundtrack I’ve been developing for many years,” says Hamza Jafri. “They just happened to fit perfectly with the scenes, while other tunes came to us as we watched the scenes.”
The story of Karachi, The Musical, Haar Na Mano, goes something like this: Saif Salaam travels all the way from Mailsi to train with arguably the best boxing coach Pakistan has to offer, Ghulam Bashir, who owns the Ghulam Bashir Boxing Club in Lyari. But there is one catch: Bashir hasn’t coached anyone in the last two decades since he had a falling out with his best buddy Daud Islam, who now runs the local mafia which controls drugs, prostitution, and betting houses in one of the most troubled parts of the city. As Saif learns how to spar, he soon realizes that his decision to train for a professional boxing career has sparked tension between the age old rivals, put the livelihood of thousands in the area at risk, and exposed his family back home to grave danger. Welcome to Karachi, home to the kebab roll, media glitz, the mob, ravers, landowners, rangers, corrupt cops and maulvis. The play will hit the stage at the Karachi Arts Council from Oct,22 onwards. Buckle up for an exciting ride, as Saif desperately tries to steer through this bedlam. November 13 - 19, 2011 I 43
Profile
Dynamic Deepak Perwani By Bilal Ali
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e e p a k Per wani never fails to surprise - one of the few out of the fashion fraternity who doesn’t shy of speaking his mind! Recently Lounge has a heart to heart talk with this dynamic designer.
Q: Who impresses you from the industry?
DP: SanaSafinaz
Q: Have you got any designer from Pakistan in your wardrobe?
DP: (thinking long and hard) I hardly find time to design for myself, so I occasionally do buy others. Just got a pair of jeans from Ammar Belal! Q: What’s exciting right now about fashion in Pakistan?
DP: I think the uniformity. The fact that everybody is following the trend makes the scene exciting. Be it an 18 year old or a more mature person, a socialite aunty or a working woman, everybody is donning long shirts these days.
Q: Would we see more of Deepak Perwani Lawn next year?
DP: Absolutely. I think we did marvelously well last season and we are gearing up for Spring/Summer 2012, which is going to be even more exciting.
Q: What is Deepak Perwani like when not in spotlight?
DP: I do a host of different things in my private time. I read a lot. I paint sometimes. The tennis court is another favorite escape although finding time is
Q: Are so many fashion weeks helping the industry?
DP: Though fashion weeks have helped in setting some sort of fashion trends, having large fashion weeks left, right & centre is creating fashion fatigue. The industry just isn’t big enough and so many fashion weeks are exhausting the designers, resulting in the creativity being compromised. Q: Any particular celebrity whom you would want to design for?
DP: Madonna
Q: Any celebrity out of Pakistan you have enjoyed designing for?
DP: I have designed for almost everybody though I wouldn’t say I have enjoyed designing for the local film industry! Q: Why do fashion trends always emerge from Karachi and not Lahore?
DP: Cutting edge fashion comes out of Karachi as designers in Karachi are a little more experimental. People from Lahore just want to focus on the bridal market and that is where they lose track! Q: What made you act, were you bored of designing clothes?
DP: When I first started I felt fashion in Pakistan isn’t moving forward and that actually made me to act to break the monotony. But, now as I have seen Fashion Pakistan (the Karachi council) set trends, like it did when it held the very first fashion week in Pakistan, it has motivated me as a designer and that’s why you don’t see Deepak Perwani acting anymore!
very tough. Lately, because of the floods and all, I was actively engaged in charity work and of course, lets not forget travelling!
Q: How is the “Lawn Fever” changing the landscape of the industry?
Q: This glamorous profession of yours, does it ever get tedious?
DP: Lawn has brought consumers close to the designers. Now, you need not spend Rs. 50,000.00 to own a designer outfit. Lawn has helped designers reach out to the masses.
DP: It only looks glamorous on television. If you go to designer’s production facilities, you would be shocked. It’s a different story altogether. November 13 - 19, 2011 I 45
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ascals is a tale of two conmen, Chetan (Sanjay D u t t ) and Bhagat (Ajay Devgan), a punt at renowned Indian author Chetan Bhagat, who persist with their strife to outdo each other. The enmity reaches boiling point when both of them fall for the same girl – Khushi (Kangna Ranaut). Having ripped off the same man, Anthony Gonsalves (Arjun Rampal), on the same day – there are quite a few mutual episodes that bind Chetan and Bhagat together, as they come to blows throughout the picture. ‘Rascals’ has the tried and tested ‘Tom & Jerry’ formula, previously seen in David Dhawan hits like ‘Deewana Mastana’ (1997) and ‘Mujhse Shaadi Karogi’ (2004). ‘Rascals’, however, is a nonentity when compared with these. With David Dhawan films the story is a non-matter, an excuse to draw his train of comic sequences together – most of his stories are ‘inspired’ by overseas classics or even Bollywood hits of the past. Therefore when the comedy falls flat from the very outset, the audience know that they are in for a torrid time. The moments of hilarity are even more limited than the outfits of the ladies in the lead – obviously Mr Dhawan realized that his endeavour was going pear-shaped and he needed to ‘expose the outskirts’ (pun intended) of his repertoire. With the stress on forcefully rhyming dialogue and the double meaning phrases, the punches turn out to be dizzying knockout. You have to dig 46 I November 13 - 19, 2011
in the ‘Golmaal’ trilogy, ‘All the Best’ and ‘Dil Toh Bachcha Hai Ji’, even so, he’s a director’s actor – one of the best there is – and hence he does what the writing asks of him. Arjun Rampal plays his petite role imposingly and is continuously progressing towards becoming a complete actor. Kangana Ranaut has nothing much to do except let the conmen woo and irritate her and in turn get on our nerves for most parts of the film. Lisa Haydon is stuffed inside for the eye-candy and the By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid talents of Chunky deep to extract anything droll or even Pandey and Hitel bordering on the periphery of wit – the Paintal are marred by inept roles. Satish only amusement is watching a couple of Kaushik plays a microscopic cameo, illustrious actors and the once King of in his emblematic fashion, but it’s too comedy continually making a mockery restricted and too late to make any of themselves. palpable impact. While both Devgan and Dutt are Vishal-Shekhar’s music is commonplace, dexterous when it comes to comedy, at best, and is further aggravated by the lifeless script and tedious writing the leading actors’ inability to dance don’t give the poor souls a sniff! Dutt with sufficient expertise – barring Lisa has performed efficiently in Dhawan Haydon who performs well in the only creations in the past like ‘Haseena notable track ‘Shake it sayyan.’ Maan Jayegi’, ‘Jodi No 1’ and even David Dhawan ruled the roost in the ‘Ek Aur Ek Gyarah’, he acted mainly 1990s and early 2000s as far as the as a foil to Govinda’s customarily jurisdiction of comedy is concerned. stupendous comic acts. Whilst Govinda Nonetheless the man seems to be had the ability to purge out the dullness running out of ideas, he has to come whenever handed dreary script, up with the goods or hang up his boots, expecting Dutt to conjure up such while his legacy is still intact. The comic aptitude was perhaps asking too upcoming ventures ‘Sanki’ and ‘Partner much of the big man. 2’ will be a strong indication – although While Ajay Devgan has exhibited a he’ll have his knights Salman Khan and knack of skillful depiction of comedy Govinda to brighten up his armour.
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By Sadyia Babar
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ituated in a tranquil neighborhood in Gulberg, just off the Main Boulevard, Tiramisu is a first-class experience of fine dining with an impressive array of exquisite Italian and French dishes. Their italiano mista pate, in particular, is one of the most popular dishes offered at this restaurant.
Tiramisu’s Special Italiano Mista Pates STEP 1
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50 gm fettuccini 1 tbsp Butter 1 Garlic clove chopped ¼ cup Cream 2 tbsp parmesan cheese 2 tbsp Soya sauce 3 -4 mushrooms sliced. ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ¼ cup chicken stock 1 tsp Parsley
50 gm fettuccini 3- 4 tomatoes 1 tbsp Butter 3 Garlic cloves chopped ½ tsp oregano 1 tsp fresh chopped basil ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp parsley 1 tbsp parmesan cheese ½ tsp coarse red chillies
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50 gm Spinach fettuccini pasta 1 tbsp Butter 1 Garlic clove chopped ¼ cup Cream 1 tbsp Cream cheese spread 2 tbsp parmesan cheese 1 tbsp boiled and finely chopped spinach ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ¼ cup chicken stock 1 tsp Parsley
1) Boil the pasta according to the 1) Boil the pasta according to the instructions instructions given on the back side of given on the back side of the box. the box. 2) To make the tomato sauce, begin by 2) Melt butter in a pan over medium boiling the tomatoes for about 10 minutes. heat. Add garlic and stir fry it for 30 Then drain the tomatoes and give them a seconds. Then add chicken stock and rough dice. Melt butter in a pan over high bring to a boil. Then add cream and heat. Add the garlic slices and, just as they cream cheese spread, stir it with a whisk begin to brown, add the chopped tomatoes, until smooth. parsley, oregano, basil, black and red coarse 3) Remove from heat and add spinach chillies. Continue cooking over high heat and parmesan cheese until smooth. Add until most of the water in the tomatoes has black pepper, parsley and stir in the evaporated. Stir in the fettuccini. fettuccini. Divide the platter into three equal sections of mista pates and garnish it with parsley. Also add 3 pieces of crispy garlic bread. 48 I November 13 - 19, 2011 1) Boil the pasta according to the instructions given on the back side of the box. 2) Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and mushrooms and stir fry it for 30 seconds. Then add Soya sauce and chicken stock and bring to a boil. 3)Remove from heat and add cream and parmesan cheese until smooth. Add black pepper, parsley and stir in the fettuccini.
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