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begins the real nightmare as We sell our souls and sanity the groom attempts to teach me how to do fittings and for the sake of profiting from alterations. Considering this opulent tradition. In this the sensitive nature of the situation, my whole team trade, you really do get to obliges and comforts the meet a vast variety of men, whole family while we consistently reassure them each with their own about the final product particular set of turning out to be something truly worthwhile. It really is nuances that need a tug of war along with the to be thoroughly battle of nerves and I have to say that, over time, a attended to, designer realizes that the key leading up to to success in this business is to gain that essential their big day experience of how to service a bridal family through their groom’s trousseau process. I have to admit that I have had the After doing pleasure of meeting some of the most so, it is very wonderful people and their families impor t ant fully through my work. Jokes aside, there are a to lot of grooms who have been an absolute entrust the pleasure to work with as a fashion professional his designer. Guys who inspire me to do with as something different alongwith trusting duties me with my professional opinion always that is the end up being our most satisfied clients. only way you end up That kind of confidence will in my capabilities is always getting something After the painful task of reciprocated with a barrage that you really of questions and insights so want instead of an helping him choose one that they really feel that we outfit that looks particular look to go with, designed their outfit together. like two different begins the real nightmare as After all my experience with ideas fighting for grooms, the only advice I can exposure. the groom attempts to teach give them is to first carefully Send your feedback choose a designer that they on ammarbelal@ me how to do fittings and feel they can connect with. asjeans.net eing a fashion designer in Pakistan in the winter season means that you have signed away every aspect of your human rights to aggressive mothers-in-law, schizophrenic grooms and critical best friends. The above three categories of people make up the usual entourage that attacks the designers every wedding season while we sell our souls and sanity for the sake of profiting from this opulent tradition. In this trade, you really do get to meet a vast variety of men, each with their own particular set of nuances that need to be thoroughly attended to, leading up to their big day. The most common of the lot is the nervous groom. Love marriage or not, every man breaks a sweat at the prospect of rising up to the challenge of being with a single woman for the rest of his life. The nervous groom changes his mind faster than the F-16 changes altitude. One minute he likes the black suit and wants to do the modern look while the next minute he chooses to please the whole family by even agreeing to enter the Barat on a horse wearing the gold, fully embroidered sherwani with a turban and a chooridaar. After the painful task of helping him choose one particular look to go with,
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Trends
What’s in what’s out By Ayesha Nasir
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hehla Chatoor is often referred to as an artist-designer. Her work resembles art due to her immaculate attention to detail, her emphasis on the cut and styling and the delicate intricacy of her motifs. She is considered to be the one to go to, for formals, bridals and any outfits with which you wish to make an impact. Here she talks to Lounge about the looks for this season:
Winter mood this season:
It is rich and luxurious, since winters are generally associated with balls/ parties and wedding season. The mood is very festive. For my Western line it is more flamboyant, while for the Eastern I will stick to the traditional and utterly elegant look of the long mughal angarkhas, aezars, anarkallis and chooridaars.
Colour of the season?
Colors at ‘Shehla’ for Western wear range from corals to rubies, midnight blue and saphires, citrines and hues of golds. Bridals are in traditional reds, burgundies, luscious fuschias, deep purples, burnt oranges and emerald greens. I recommend brides should stay with traditional hues instead of fads. Walima joras can be ivory, salmon pinks or even aquas. Mehndi celebrations are festive, hence vibrant colours like olives with deep purples or oranges with fuschias really add up to the festive mood.
Should we expect a comeback of a particular style?
Anarkallis, chooridars, aezars are all back and here to stay. Tapered, mid length kameez’s are also making a comeback.
Fabrics for this winter:
I am using loads of lycras and rich silks for my Western line, while Eastern ensembles work around velvets, opulent jamavars and flowy french nets.
Embellishments this winter:
Definitely no chunky diamonte broaches….delicate uses of kora, naqshee and marori for my Eastern collection. Heavy embellishments are a definite no!
Striking and recurrent patterns for this winter:
I am simply enchanted by prints. Animal and python prints popular last season are a carry over this season also. Eastern silhouettes can enjoy rich paisley prints as well as antique tile prints, stripes and carpet motifs. 30 I November 27 - December 03, 2011
Top 5
Looks from PFDC Karachi Fashion Week
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By Amara Javed
he Pakistan Fashion Design Council has been doing a great deal of work for all fashion lovers by holding bi-annual fashion weeks in the biggest metropolises of the country, Lahore and Karachi. The recently held fashion week in Karachi showcased the latest collections from the brightest stars in the country. There were some fabulous collections, with some keeping alive the Pakistani aesthetic and some making contemporary Western clothing more wearable for the Pakistani woman. Here are some looks which caught my eye for their simplicity, wearability and insane amounts of chicness.
1. Maria B’s ombre, drop-waist gown:
Maria B’s Neo Native collection runs rampant with geometric prints and earth tones, but it is this blue, turquoise and olive green chiffon dress which makes the most impact.
2. Sania Maskatiya’s sheer blockprinted gold kameez with pink trousers:
Sania Maskatiya’s Dilkash Collection focused heavily on block, digital and screen printing on pure fabrics paired with her knack for creating gorgeously unique silhouettes through draping. This sheer black and gold kameez with dolman sleeves is draped and pinned to create an asymmetrical, flowing hem. This ensemble pretty much sums up the collection – if you walk into a room wearing this, everyone will notice.
3. Kamiar Rokni’s colour-blocked tunic and tights:
Designers Kamiar Rokni and Tia Noon went mod for their latest collection under The House of Kamiar Rokni label. Their bright, punchy collection takes inspiration from modernist movements in art and architecture which they flawlessly interpreted into sleek, streamlined silhouettes with bold colour-blocking. I especially love the contrasts of colour on this belted tunic and tights. The chartreuse and brown are divine.
4. Mohsin Ali’s geometric striped dress:
In his young career, Mohsin Ali has managed to make a big impact. In his ‘Drawing the Line’ collection for Fashion Week, Mohsin used black and white stripes to represent the feeling of being bound in our country’s numerous crisis. Politics and fashion – how can you not love this? This floor-length striped gown is a visual treat, and perfect for almost any occasion.
5. Muse’s pleated palazzo pants and sequined shell top:
Muse is Pakistan’s biggest emerging brand; mark my words. Their collection at last Fashion Week was amazing and this collection was even better. Using a gorgeous palette of beige, grays and aqua Muse designers Faryal Aftab and Moeed Yousef created a collection of stylish, wearable clothes. They introduced a shorter hemline and less volume than we have seen in seasons. These accordion pleated palazzo pants and sequined aqua top is a dream, the colour combination is gorgeous and the outfit will flatter most Pakistani women. The rest of the collection is fab, I had a hard time picking one look. 32 I November 27 - December 03, 2011
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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.
Fluoro Trousers A trend that we all will be wearing this winter is the bright coloured pants trend. They are bright and cropped or patterned for this season. Bright coloured pants give ordinary outfits a boost. From wide legs, to cuff, to ankle-length these are sure to brighten your wardrobe. In just a few weeks winter will officially begin and I would like to take the chance and offer some ideas in terms of colours and fashion trends for the upcoming season. Focus on crimson, orange, pink, yellow, blue, brown, and petrol colours as well as Scottish plaid patterns, hippie styles. All in all, the outfits should look woollen warm. Beside fancy violet, bright red and deep green are trendy colours. Along with bright and warm colours the very cool petrol tone is still one of the most worn colours in this season. Add a bold pop of colour to your winter look with bright pants and enjoy this sizzling trend in winter blues.
Runway
Plenty of bright pants were strutting down on runways of Michael Kor, Burberry, Emilio Pucci, DKNY, Phillip Lim, MaxMara &Jil Sanders. They were either teamed up with other vivid clothing items and accessories or more reserved and neutral pieces. At Yigal Azrouel they were bright and in boyish cuts. Red, jade, orange, pink and cobalt were tempered with more muted colours. The details like metallic ties, tuxedo stripes, leather trim and custom bow-ties furthered the boyish theme. DKNY chinos were the perfect way to tap into those bright, relaxed trousers which were cut at the ankle with details such as grosgrain ribbons used as belts and tied into perfect bows. Karen paired bright orange pants with navy layers on top for a look that is refreshingly unpredictable. Hollywood also gave a nod of approval in the form of Anna Kendrick’s Kelly green cropped pants and Malin Akerman’s electric blue skinny jeans. Sarah Jessica Parker, Cheryl Cole and Kim Kardashian have also added trendy bright trousers into their wardrobes.
For my Pakistan
A pair of bright pants is a great way to stand out in a sea of blue and black jeans. Keep the rest of your look simple with a classic white or neutral button up and throw on statement jewellery for a cool new look. Wide legged style is back but stay true to their modern tailored edge by teaming with soft neutrals and a streamlined top. If looking for a classic, then keep it straight in nude palette. Team up with a lean jacket and add heels for a flattering silhouette. Cropped trousers are your 24/7 wardrobe failsafe. Cropped trousers work well with sandals, block heels, wedges or flats. The best part about this trend is that you already have clothes that will pair perfectly with these fun pants. Wear them with dark neutral coloured tops and coats such as white, black, gray, brown, and burgundy. For a more formal event opt for less flashy tones and for a walk in town splash the colour to the utmost. Instead of trying to pair pieces of equally bright colours in the same outfit you can choose muted tops and gaudy accessories to finish your look. This will be safer and you won’t end up looking like a clown. Colours are great but never overdo. All it takes are a few tweaks to get your wardrobe winter-ready.
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. Zara orange skinny studio trousers £59.99 B. Topshop blue chino trousers £75 C. Versace Stretch crepe cropped pants£795 fashionistafatimakhan@gmail.com D. Phillip Lim cerise wide leg trouser £395 facebook.com/fashionistafatima E. DKNY teal cropped silk pants £195
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Blush‌ the right way! By Zaynab Tariq
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lush is the secret weapon that help you attain a enhance your features. If used properly and in a perfect amount, it accentuates your beauty to the utmost and makes you appear vivacious and beautiful. But one thing to be kept in mind while using a blush is to use it to the right amount; overuse of blush might end up making you look like a jester. There are a few pointers to be followed in order to apply just the right amount of blush. If followed meticulously, they ensure a beautiful and gorgeous you.
Choosing the colour:
The first thing to know while applying blush is choosing the right colour which particularly emphasizes your face and natural beauty. The trick is to find a colour that matches your cheeks when they are flushed after an exercise or from the cold. The colour right for your skin can be determined by slightly spanking your cheeks; the tone that appears after the spank is the right choice for you. Plus, another technique is to match your blush colour to your lip colour. Olive skin looks great in peach, fair skin in rose, and dark skin looks great in red or even apricot.
Skin types:
After colour selection, comes the contours of your face. This depends on your skin type as well as your face width. Pressed powder blush works perfectly for dry skin because it stays put without irritating the skin. Creamy blush works flawlessly for oily skin and fine lines because it doesn’t smudge when skin gets oily and stays suspended on the skin.
Face shape:
Similarly, face width matters as much as face type. For a narrow face, less is more when it comes to blush. On a narrow or small face, blush should be restricted only to the apples of your cheeks. When it comes to a broad face, two-toned blush can be used to contour the face. Neutral colours such as bronze or brown should be used to contour the jaw, temples and top of forehead but should be subtle and light. Along with this, cheerful and colourful shades should be applied on the apples of your cheeks.
Application:
After determining the right shade and right contouring for your skin type, the next step is to apply your foundation, powder and eye make up as usual and keep the blush for the last. When it comes to applying blush, smile at yourself in the mirror. The apples of your cheeks formed by smiling are your target. Apply the blush on your cheeks in a circular motion until no hard lines are left and the blush is blended well.
The colour right for your skin can be determined by slightly spanking your cheeks; the tone that appears after the spank is the right choice for you
Bronzer:
Last but not least, apply a little bronzer at the top of your cheekbones to add a little warmth to the cheeks and to highlight the cheeks more when sunlight hits your face. This gives a very glowing effect to the entire look of the blush and radiates beauty and glamour. Blush is probably one of the easiest make up products which brings to light your natural beauty so experiment with your look, and find the one most fitting for you. November 27 - December 03, 2011 I 41
Interview
By Sumeha Khalid
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alking to Hira takes me back a decade when I first interviewed her. A gangly teenager then, Hira Tareen was briefly in Pakistan on holidays when she got her first fashion assignment. Having enjoyed the experience she decided to concentrate more on her newfound love, and started accepting offers that were coming her way. After staying in the field for more than a year she bid adios to the glamour world to return to her hometown – LA. However, she always knew deep down that she would return to Pakistan eventually and after completing her education that’s exactly what she did. Hira talks about her life to Lounge. Q. You started modeling some 11 years back, did quite a lot of work, and then disappeared. Why the disappearing act? A. That trip to Pakistan in 2001 was initially only supposed to be a twomonth long stay which ended up being about a year and a half because I got into modeling and acting and then ended up staying because I was enjoying it. But I was so young at that time, one fine day it hit me that I cannot possibly just give up everything back in Dallas especially my education. That’s when I decided to go back and take care of some important things in my life. I finished my university and got a few years of experience in the creative, design and fashion industry before deciding to return to Pakistan. Q. Why did you decide to come back to Pakistan? A. Coming back to Pakistan was always at the back of my mind since the day I returned to Dallas in 2003. It was only a matter of time before I finished all the things I needed to do, to be able to feel satisfied and confident enough to come
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back and do things the way I had envisioned. Q. So what brought you back on the fashion scene. What’s on the agenda for now? A. Fashion was something I was interested in, ever since I was a child. However fashion is not the only thing that has brought me back. I think experiencing the Pakistan media/ entertainment industry in 2001 when it was on the verge of booming and then leaving it all and acquiring certain skills and experience in the States always compelled me to come back at some point and contribute. Although, fashion and modeling are a big aspect of what I am doing now, it’s not the only thing. I am also acting, DJing, hosting a radio show as well as TV show.
I want to be someone who is not only accepted for all the things they love to do in life but can also make a positive difference in people’s lives
Q. Tell us all that you’ve been doing since you’ve been back? A. I have been busy with a variety of projects. Everything from acting in drama serials, tele-films and soaps, to hosting a show for Style 360. I also host a radio show on JOSH FM99 called the ‘Saturday Night Dance Mix’ where I create not only my own non-stop dance mixes but also showcase other talented DJs in Pakistan by featuring their mixes. As far as modeling is concerned I have done countless photo shoots for major publications and have been lucky enough to participate in some
high profile fashion events such as PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week and Islamabad Fashion Week to name a few. Q. Tell us about the acting front. A. I recently did a tele-film for Hum TV and a soap called Aye Dasht-e-Junoon. I am currently shooting a light comedy serial with a really good cast. I am excited and nervous about this project because I get to play a character which is very different from me in real life. Q. What about films. Would you like to act in a Pakistani flick? A. I would if I felt I could do justice to the role and story and if the director and
Focus on yourself, and how you can improve the world as an individual. The rest will fall into place A. When Sarmad Palijo, who is the owner of JOSH FM 99 got to know that I had moved to Pakistan, he offered me a show on the radio. Initially, I was doing a show two times a week called “Electric Avenue” in which I was playing a lot of new genres in western music like indie, electronic, electro jazz, alternative, etc. But then my modeling and acting schedule started getting a bit hectic so he was accommodating enough to change my show to once a week. Since I used to be a DJ back in the States, he suggested I do a Saturday Night Dance kind of a show. That’s how I started the ‘Saturday Night Dance Mix.’
team could do justice to the film. Those are hard to come by these days in Pakistan but I would love to be part of some sort of a positive change in the Pakistani film industry. Q. Tell us about your life in the states? A. Even though I was experienced in interactive/web design, I was quite active in the fashion scene in the US. My sister Zara and I had a company called H&Z Productions in which we managed South Asian models and talent, organised fashion events and styled and produced photoshoots. I worked at JC Penny and this job offer came along when they were looking for someone who was experienced in interactive/web design with a background in fashion. When they met me they thought I was the perfect fit for the job. Q. How and when did you become an RJ?
Q. What kind of a response did you get once you were back on the fashion circuit? A. Things have changed here quite a bit in terms of the people who are working here now; for all these people, I am a new face. But a lot of them are the same people I worked with back in those days are now more established and doing well. Whether it’s new people or old, everyone has been appreciative and supportive. Q. What’s your identity - model, web designer, RJ or actor? A. I don’t like to label myself with any title. I am someone who likes to create things and share them with people to make some sort of a difference. Q. What was it you always wanted to be? A. I want to be someone who is not only accepted for all the things they love to do in life but can also make a positive difference in people’s lives, with all the things I do. Q. In all this time did you come across that someone special? A. Every person that comes in your life is special in some way. Even if the
relationship is not permanent there’s a lot that one can learn from it, which in the end adds to you being who you are. Q. What’s happening on the romantic front? A. It’s too soon for anything solid to happen in Pakistan. I have only been here ten months. I am still learning about the various characteristics of people here (which at times happen to be a little different from the way I have been raised) so for now it’s safe to say I am just sitting back and observing. Q. What’s your mode of chilling out? A. Spending time with a small group of friends, listening to music, going to the beach, going to dinner or sitting in my room and watching a movie by myself. Q. Something you’d like to change about yourself? A. I used to tend to over analyse things. I also have a horrible habit of not cleaning up my Facebook and email inbox because I have a fear of losing something important. Q. Something you love about yourself. A. I am calm and don’t freak out in a crisis. Q. Your inspiration in fashion and in life? A. My mum and dad, reading, nature, traveling, the internet, cultures, history, and music. Q. Words of wisdom for our readers. A. Always be thankful for what you have but never stop striving for greatness. Don’t indulge in discouraging and negative discussions about the world which are not in your control; however do focus on yourself, and how you can improve the world as an individual. The rest will fall into place. Lastly, do the one thing that you love the most, and put your heart and soul into it. You will see that success will follow.
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Interiors
How to Feng Shui Your Room By Nadia Farooq
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uman beings need change; it is in our nature to constantly look for new horizons and new adventures. Similarly, we need change in the ambience around us. The ancient Chinese principles of Feng Shui are based on the Yin and Yang Philosophy which helps us to balance the home and create happier, more successful lives, room by room. A healthier room means a healthier you and a healthier life. Every object radiates energy and by changing its position so as to ensure a positive energy, you can profoundly enhance the state of your mind. Sometimes it takes only a small shift in energy to finally open up the road for blessings to come to you. I found it easy enough to do it one weekend and so can you, here’s how: Let’s start with the bedroom. The easiest and most efficient way to incorporate Feng Shui in the bedroom is through mapping the bedroom. You will see the change take place immediately. 1. Firstly, draw a rough square outline of your bedroom on a piece of paper. The wall that has the primary entrance to your room in it should be the lower line of the square. 2. Divide the square into nine equal squares, three rows of 3 squares each. 3. Start with the lowest row of squares that describes the areas when you first walk into your bedroom. The far left corner of the room when you first enter is the area of Knowledge. The centre square relates to Career, and the right-hand square is Helpful People/ Travel. 4. Now look at the central row of squares that describes the middle of your bedroom. The far left square relates to Family/ Health. The central square is the Tao, or Centre, and the right-hand square is Creativity/ Children. 5. Lastly, look at the top row of squares. The far left square relates to Wealth, the central square to Fame/ Reputation, and the far right square to Relationships/ Romance. Your layout should look something like this: Wealth-Fame/ Reputation-Relationships/ Romance Family/Health-Tao-Creativity/Children Knowledge-Career-Helpful People/Travel After you have mapped it all out then is the time to place relevant and appropriate things in the relevant squares. Here are a few things that can be placed in the squares. Knowledge: Bookcase, books, tools for self-development. Career: Mirrors or water-related items. Images to support your career goals. Helpful People/Travel: Pictures of your helpers Family/Health: Family photos, heirlooms, plants. Creativity/Children: Art supplies, artwork, computer. Wealth: Money, jewellery, fish, fountains, anything red, purple or gold. Fame/Reputation: Candles, awards, plants, anything red, orange or purple. Relationships/Romance: Round or oval mirrors, anything pink, pictures of loved ones, paired objects (like two candlesticks or two crystals). Try it out and see the marked difference in your life. 44 I November 27 - December 03, 2011
Film
Rockstar
Promising first only to disappoint later!
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irector Imtiaz Ali starts off the film on a promising note and just when you fall in love with the amazing first half, the narrative nosedives with a stagnant second half. So you have the naive Janardhan Jakhar (Ranbir Kapoor) who aspires to be a rockstar like Jim Morrison. His yearning for heartbreak gets him close to Heer (Nargis Fakhri), as they bond over soft-porn cinema and country liquor. Soon after, the girl is married off to some NRI, the boy is thrown out of his house, he seeks solace in a dargah and next you know he’s a singing sensation rechristened as Jordan. A foreign tour reunites him with Heer and their passive passion rekindles until Jordan is obsessed with her. What follows is another tribute to Devdas or rather Dev D, with the neurotic, lovelorn protagonist unable to get over his mixed emotions and confused definition of love. But that’s not all, as the plot meanders to culminate into an undesired arena of Erich Segal’s Love Story. Rockstar is quite engaging as far as it is in that familiar territory where the director adds a refreshing touch to the regular romance drama. The casual chemistry that he induces between the lead pair through their wacky and eventful escapades has its moments of charm. The passion-play between them when they reunite after years is spontaneous, smoldering and yet tastefully achieved. But beyond that when the director ventures into uncharted zone, the narrative loses track. While one can still overlook the Dev D influenced intoxicating attitude of the proceedings, the subsequent terminal illness conflict takes the film towards an unwelcome and undefined end. Another problem with the plot is that it is neither a stand alone story about the rise-ofan-underdog who becomes the biggest rockstar nor is it merely a love story with a rockstar backdrop. The director somewhere attempts to correlate the rockstar’s rise with his romance but isn’t able to achieve that impeccably. The storytelling pattern of the film is needlessly intricate for a simple romance-drama genre. Anil Mehta’s cinematography is brilliant as he captures the beauty of Kashmir, Italy and Delhi with panache. AR Rahman’s wide range of music has numbers which are instantly infectious (Sadda Haq) and others that take time to grow on you. If Rockstar keeps you engaged even after you have given up on the story by the end, it is only because of Ranbir Kapoor. From his innocence in the opening reels to his arrogance in the climax, Ranbir breathes life into Jordan and keeps you riveted. Whether he adlibs his songs, gives a dance-tribute to Shammi Kapoor or dictates the concert crowd, Ranbir gives cent percent to his character. How much ever you try to ignore, but Nargis Fakhri fervently reminds you of Katrina Kaif through her looks, acting and lip movements. Nevertheless she is likeable and shares good chemistry with Ranbir. Kumud Mishra as Jordan’s advisor-turned-manager is impressive. Aditi Rao Hydari is confident but marred by a short-lived character. Piyush Mishra makes for an animated-yet-interesting negative lead. And it’s pleasing to see Shammi Kapoor is his last decent cameo. Rockstar rocks you but only partially thanks to the star called Ranbir Kapoor.
If Rockstar keeps you engaged even after you have given up on the story by the end, it is only because of Ranbir Kapoor. From his innocence in the opening reels to his arrogance in the climax, Ranbir breathes life into Jordan and keeps you riveted
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Cuisine
Best desserts in Lahore
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By Sadiya Babar
ere are some of the best places on the block to order a devilishly good dessert that will surely satisfy your cravings.
1) Tiramisu’s Molten Chocolate Cake
While some desserts mutter chocolate to you, others clutch you by the throat and scream ‘chocolate’! So it is, with The Molten Chocolate Cake. It is a rich chocolate cake that has a pocket of chocolate sauce inside; a bit pricey, but well worth the money.
2) Veranda Bistro’s Bread Pudding
Nothing beats warm bread pudding on a cold night. This bread pudding is the best I have ever tasted. It is truly the soul satisfying treat that most people crave for.
3) Cinnabon’s Classic Cinnamon Roll
Cinnamon rolls are one of those forgotten delights that just make life worth living. I always forget how amazing this treat is until I smell the delicious scent of warm cinnamon and brown sugar. Everything at Cinnabon is awesome, but I truly love their classic rolls.
4) Cosa Nostra’s Nutella icecream
One of my all time favourite gelato, it is simply divine! Super creamy, rich and luxurious Nutella ice cream. I’ve been there so many times and it is always incredible-the best ice cream treat anyone’s ever had!
5) Gourmet’s Gajar ka Halwa
Having hot Gajar Halwa in cold winter is a great treat. There are many sweet shops that prepare it, but Gourmet is considered the best. Gourmet’s hot halwa made with desi ghee is a real yummy treat to have these days.
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Freddy’s Three Leaf Thai Chicken Here is my version of Freddy’s Three Leaf Thai Chicken By Sadyia Babar
Ingredients:
Method:
250 gm boneless sliced chicken ½ cup oil 3 tsp chopped garlic 2tbsp chopped green onions 4 tbsp chicken stock 5 diced mushrooms 2 tbsp diced capsicum 1 tsp chopped parsley 1 tsp chopped celery ½ tsp chopped coriander 2 tbsp diced baby corn 1 tbsp thinly sliced bamboo shoots ¼ cup soya sauce 2 tbsp oyster sauce ½ tsp coarse red chillies Salt to taste ¼ tsp sugar 1 tsp corn flour
1. Marinate chicken with salt, sugar and corn flour for two hours. 2. Heat oil in a pan, add garlic and stir fry for a minute, then add the marinated chicken and cook till the chicken is tender. Add red chillies, baby corn, mushrooms and bamboo shoots and further stir for four to five minutes. Then add chicken stock and oyster sauce and again cook for two to three minutes. In the end, add parsley, coriander, celery and stir-fried capsicum.
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For garlic rice: 1. Heat three tbsp oil in a large wok at medium heat. Add two cloves of garlic finely chopped. Stir fry until golden, then add two tbsp of chopped green onions and stir for another minute. Add salt as desired. Set aside. 2. Boil one cup of rice in a sauce pan. 3. Stir garlic mixture into the rice.
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