/April09Issue by Krishna Kadali

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MetroMela www.metromela.com Vol 1. Issue 4

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EDITOR’S NOTE Hello Friends,

Editorial Team Barkha Shah Trupti Shetty Fanny Chakrabarti Sachin Somanna Sanskrity Sinha Reshmi Chakraborty Lekshmi Nair Anto Thermadam

Sales Arun Kumar, Aravind Sampath Atul Kumar, Jayakeerthi Ashok Pannalal Ranu

Photography Pranay Rupani, Anto Thermadam Reshmi RS

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Design and Layout Percept Knorigin For Sales Enquiries sales@metromela.com For Editorial Enquiries editor@metromela.com Printed and Published by Nitin Chowdhary on behalf of MetroMela Internet Services Pvt. Ltd., Plot No.244, Kavuri Hills Phase II, Madhapur Hyderabad - 500081 Tel: 0 99 08 13 23 72/73 www.metromela.com Edited by Barkha Shah Printed at Brilliant Printers Pvt. Ltd. Bangalore

It’s election time again. And while political campaigning has got bigger with parties even assuming rights over a popular song, it’s the public-driven campaign that’s striking the right chord with all of us. It pushes us to vote, make our voices heard and bring about a change. This spirit to stand up, take responsibility and make amends for a better world does bring a glimmer of hope and a new enthusiasm within us; especially when financial turmoil and terrorism try to break our very foundation. Well, life is all about growing stronger and tougher, even in difficult times. And this spirit brings a fresh perspective to our life. At MetroMela, we too have been working towards bringing something fresh, new and useful to you. i) We added some color to our website and enabled an Auto-suggest option. This means that when you search for something on our site, MetroMela will help you get the right results by suggesting related keywords!! ii) In addition, we’ve been expanding. MetroMela is now available in 9 cities since we launched our websites for Mumbai and Delhi. Do share MetroMela’s launch with your friends in these two cities so that we learn from their feedback. iii) MetroMela magazine has gone national, even with its local flavor! Yes, this issue in your hand is a multi-city one. So now we have relevant local information on Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Pune, Vizag, Mysore and Cochin in print. Of course, for more local information, you can always log on to metromela.com. In the meanwhile, write to us and let us know your thoughts on our website and magazine. Do continue being our catalyst to success as you’ve been so far. Look forward to your e-mails at editor@metromela.com. Happy Reading!

Barkha Shah

Disclaimer Utmost care has been taken in scrutinizing the editorial contents of MetroMela magazine before going to press. However, the Editor and Publisher shall not be held directly responsible for any inadvertent misrepresentation of fact/s or misprint, which may occur despite our best efforts.

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CONTENTS

SHOPPING 8

History in a Bookstore | Chennai

Exclusively English | Cochin

Handcrafted Stationery at Deckle Edge | Hyderabad

An Easy Way to Start Reading | Bangalore

Sapna, a Book Mall | Mysore

Bakes and Books at the Patio | Pune

Pages and Pages of Books | Vizag

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FOOD 9 20

Oodles of Chocolate Treats | Vizag Authentic Punjabi Dhaba Food at Dhabba Express | Chennai

The Art & Science of Wines | Pune

Finger Licking Kebabs | Hyderabad

Pub Time | Bangalore

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Divine Dining | Vizag

In the Midst of Clouds and Hills | Vizag

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

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Dance Therapy | Bangalore

Tee Time | Hyderabad

Meditation in Movement | Chennai

Start Pedaling | Pune

Old and Healthy | Mysore

Education First at Pratham | Mysore

Outdoor and Active | Bangalore

Dollops of Fun | Chennai

Insights into Schooling | Vizag

REGULARS 18 30

Event Calender | All Cities Hot Deals | All Cities

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Pic Speak | Cochin Listings | All Cities

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TEE TIME

Tee offs, Dogleg, Out of Bounds… if these names strike a bell, then this guide on Golf Clubs in Hyderabad is for you.

All photos - Boulder Hills Golf and Country Club

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Professionals who have specialized training and vast experience in teaching all levels of players - beginners, intermediate and advanced. And apart from golf, you can have an open-air barbeque party overlooking the championship greens or a relaxing dinner with a few friends here.

Golconda, Hyderabad – 500031. Tel – 040-23518219 This is an 18-hole course with a good and well-maintained surface. The course is well built and compact and allows one to play 18-holes despite having only 11 greens. The course belongs to the army and

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foreigners are not allowed to play here. Civilians are charged Rs. 250 as green fee. It has a practice area (small area suitable for short range shots) but no driving range. On the premises is a bar and the clubhouse is good

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Fee this 18-hole golf club has great facilities. The club has a bar and their clubhouse offers facilities like golf carts, a swimming pool, gym and squash court. The course is open every day from 5.30 AM to 8.30 AM and is floodlit. They also have a well-equipped Pro shop. There are also qualified Golf

Artillery Golf Course Environmental Park and Training Area, Artillery Centre, --------------------------

Designed by world renowned Peter Harradine from Harradine Golf for the Hyderabad elite, Emaar Group’s Boulder Hills and Golf Country Club spans 235 acres of hilly terrain, prominently featuring boulder formations throughout the course. Though on the expensive side, at Rs. 4,000 per head per day as Green

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________legant, serious, ________focused…some of the ________superlatives that would ________go with golf as a sport. ________And Hyderabad as a city has ensured that lovers of this sport have good courses to enjoy their game too. From a 4-hole course of the Hyderabad Golf Association to an 18-hole one from Emaar’s Boulder Hills and Golf Country Club, metromela.com spent a happy day or two collecting info on these golf clubs. Here’s a roundup. A caveat though. The Green Fee (the cost of playing a round of golf) and rates of caddy (the person who carries the player's golf bag and gives advice based on his knowledge of the course) vary for each of these clubs and are subject to change.

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Boulder Hills Manikonda, Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500032. Tel – 040-66660000

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for breakfast. Indian Golf Union members are offered a discount of Rs. 50. The course is open everyday from 6 AM to 1 PM and again from 3 PM to 6 PM. The first tee off is at 6 AM. They also have a well-equipped Pro shop.

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Hyderabad Golf Club Mohammedi Lines, Tolichowki, Satham Cheruvu, Golconda, Hyderabad – 500008. Tel - 040-23567207 of sight and may bend to the left or right) around the driving range (an area where golfers can practice their swing) with bays and is known to be good. Golf balls are provided at the driving range for Rs. 50 a bucket (50 balls). The course is known to have one of the best surfaces in the city. Clubs are available on rent but one has

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HGA has a 4-hole golf course and plans to expand to 6-holes. This course has multiple tee offs (starting point). The second hole is a narrow fairway with a lake on one side and an Out of Bounds (area outside the course where one is not allowed to play) on the other. The fourth hole has a Dogleg (holes that are not in the line

a limited choice. Krishnan, a well-known coach in Hyderabad trains here. The Pro shop on the premises has a range of golf shoes, club sets, single clubs, balls, tees, ball markers, caps and more. The course is open from 6 AM to 10 AM and again from 3 PM to 6.30 PM and is closed on Tuesdays. The first tee off starts at 6 AM.

Army Golf Course Bison Ecology Park and Training Area, Risala Bazar, General Krishna Rao Road, Bolaram, Secunderabad – 500010. Tel – 040-27861943

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ten. It has a bar appropriately named The 19th Hole. The green fee for Foreigners is Rs. 1,000. It offers discounts for Indian Golf Union members. The Pro shop on the premises has balls, shoes, tees, ball markers, caps and more. The course is open from 6 AM to 6 PM and is closed on Mondays.

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An 18-hole, par 72 course, this Golf Course belongs to the army. The caddies are well organized by a master caddy. It has a good driving range with bays. Golf balls are not provided at the driving range and must be carried. You can rent club sets. There’s a clubhouse at hole number one and a basic club for breakfast at hole number

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Located close to the Army Golf Course is the EME Golf Course, an 18-hole one. The caddy system here is less organized and therefore sometimes you may have to get caddies from Bolaram. The driving range is an open ground and very basic. Golf balls are not provided at the driving range and must be carried. Foreigners are not allowed to play here.

Yogi Bear Necklace Road, Hyderabad – 500003. Tel – 040-32440932

MetroMela’s Golf Class A golf set has 13 golf clubs, which include three Drivers used for distances, seven Irons for closer hitting and accuracy, one Sand Wedge, one Pitching Wedge and one Putter used on the green. ----------------------------------To become a professional golfer you need at least three months of coaching and practice. Initially you can master the use of three to four clubs like the third iron, pitching wedge and the putter and then continue learning the rest. ----------------------------------Jeans and round necked T-shirts are strictly not allowed in any of the clubs. Trousers, knee-length shorts with belts and T-shirts with collars are the most appropriate. ----------------------------------It is best to avoid smoking and the use of mobile phones on the course. ----------------------------------Write to us at editor@metromela.com and let us know if this information helped. Happy Golfing!

Yogi Bear is actually a children’s park complete with a play area, place for birthday parties and lawns. However, it also has a 10-track mini golf area. The fee is Rs. 30 for an hour, with a refundable deposit of Rs. 100. The park is open everyday from 2 PM to 9 PM.

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REVIEW | BOOKS & STATIONERY

SHOPPING | CHENNAI

History in a Bookstore Old beautiful interiors, high ceilings, mammoth staircase, tall shelves of books, grand flooring...

...........ore than one hundred and fifty years, a ...........century and a half; that’s how old ...........Higginbothams is. That’s why, even though it is not the hippest book store in the city, it’s still one of the most cherished. It may no longer be the first book store you think of or go to when you want to buy a book, but it’s still the first name that pops into your head when you think of ‘books’ and ‘Chennai’. In fact, it is stunning and overwhelming with its charming architecture and there are few buildings like it remaining in Chennai.

have a parking problem. If you are in Chennai, you must visit the Higginbothams on Mount Road, not just to buy books but to savor stately architecture and pay homage to one of the city’s favorite institutions. Higginbothams is open on weekdays from 9 AM to 8 PM and on Sundays till around 7.30 PM.

Since the old days of the British Raj, Higginbothams has been attracting bookworms and students of all ages with its collection of popular fiction, magazines, syllabus and technical books. In fact, metromela.com found that although Higginbothams may not have the best collection of fiction, it does boast the most comprehensive collection of syllabus and technical books on every subject from 12th grade math and science to software, journalism, hotel management and human resource management.

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Higginbothams has a presence in the four southern states, and in Chennai it has branches at Anna Salai, Anna Nagar, and Taramani (at Tidel Park). It is also possibly the only bookstore chain in Chennai with branches in both the domestic and international airports as well as the Central Station.

Today, the Amalgamation Group of Companies has taken over to help it survive the competition. In an attempt to give business a fillip, they have started a scheme called ‘Dial-a-Book’ where you can buy books with a single phone call and have them delivered to your doorstep. They have also begun selling gift articles, greeting cards, soft toys and stationery items. Audio and `video CDs have also found their way into Higginbothams. Parking is the only problem at Higginbothams in Anna Salai because it is on the busiest road in Chennai (Mount Road). The fact that there is a service lane helps, though not significantly. On a crowded day, you’re still stuck. The other two Higginbothams in Chennai are smaller but do not

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# 116, Anna Salai, Chennai – 600002. Tel – 044-28513520

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e see a ----------- delightful little -----------chocolate store ---------- at Chokolade, wherein the counters’ front walls carry cut out designs of ice cream toppings at the bottom and the backdrop displays a stylish ode to chocolate on a big board. We get the feel of having stepped into a chocolate fantasy world, seeing all the divine homemade chocolate treats in front of our eyes. The theme of chocolate quotations runs all over in obvious shades of chocolate brown. We also see an interesting contraption called the ‘cold stone’. The right side of the shop in yellow has shelves with quaint chocolate boxes and a

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long counter filled with oodles of chocolate treats. Chokolade is the creative and chocolaty brainchild of chocolatier Radhika Satish of Candy Court and reflects her desire to offer chocolates to Vizag with a difference; in all its forms and true flavors. She makes the ice creams, chocolate cakes and various chocolate confectioneries all by herself and ensures that the goodies are absolutely fresh. Chokolade takes off on this principle, and therefore has the new-to-Vizag contraption called a ‘cold stone’. Here customers get to see tailor-made ice creams being created in front of their eyes in three steps (a printed guide has been placed overhead on a display board). First, the customer can choose a favorite flavor, then pick the desired mix-ins and, finally, have them

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concocted in a blend on the ‘cold stone’. There is a menu card with options for these delectable creations like ‘Rock Road’ (chocolate, vanilla and strawberry ice creams with candy, gummy bears, marshmallows, cake and more…) and ‘Wrapped in Luxury’ (Fudge ice cream, chocolate ganache, chocolate brownie, Irish crème and more…), to name a few. The prices here are between Rs. 99 and Rs. 175. The staff of three is ever ready to assist with a smile. Chokolade also offers some delicious scoops and cups of ice creams that start from Rs. 20, soft-centered chocolates (Rs. 6 each and absolutely priceless), fresh chocolates (Rs. 10 each and really fresh) and made-to-order chocolate cakes (Rs. 200 to Rs. 500 per kg) and chocolate desserts (Rs. 300 onwards per kg) and some metromela.com

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Sharing shop space with Marrybrown, Chokolade at Asilmetta is Vizag’s answer to a chocolate heaven!

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melt-in-the-mouth chocolate-rich brownies (Rs. 20 onwards). The allure of Chokolade is very hard to miss and the chocolates are worth-every-penny. Parking space is limited in front of the shop. So you may have to park in a bylane. However, we’d also like to add that since Chokolade is opposite Timpany School, the road leading to the school gets jam-packed at school closing time around 1.45 PM. Otherwise, you can visit the chocolate haunt from 10.30 AM to 9.30 PM. And if you wish to read an expert guide on chocolates, log on to metromela.com and search for ‘Tips on making chocolates’ in Vizag.

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9-26-2, Bamboo Bay, Asilmetta, Vizag – 530003. Tel – 0891-3298554 APRIL 2009

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS | BANGALORE

DANCE THERAPY Few of us need introduction to dance as a form of artistic expression. But did you know that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s therapeutic too?

-------erman contemporary dancer and regular -------Bangalore visitor Angela Boeti uses dance -------to heal women with breast cancer. Using simple rhythmic movements she tries to make them regain their confidence and express repressed feelings. Artists like Angela collaborate regularly with acclaimed dancer Madhu Nataraj, director, Stem Dance Kampni, one of India's leading contemporary dance groups.

Trained in Kathak by her mother, Guru Maya Rao, Madhu learnt contemporary dance in New York, before returning to India and developing a unique dance vocabulary of her own. Blending Kathak, Yoga and martial art techniques like Kalaripayattu from Kerala and Thaang Ta from Manipur, Madhu has created a dance form that merges both contemporary and traditional movements.

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We at metromela.com spoke with Madhu on how you can use dance to relieve stress and attain a toned body. Here are her thoughts.

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THERAPEUTIC AND HOW

Dance also gives you the chance to express your emotions. If you have any ups and downs, it can be used to heal. For example, in the case of a cancer

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When you choose a class, remember that a good dance class starts with a breathing session, followed by warm-up and then dance. Loosening your muscles is a good thing but if you are uncomfortable doing something then stop.

Can you take dance up at any age? I strongly believe you can. You will not become an expert in a day but you can slowly build up your stamina and pain threshold and be involved in something joyful and exciting.

DANCE IN EDUCATION Dance can be used in education. We have conducted programs with schools like Mallya Aditi International, using dance as a tool in education. It allows teachers to think out of the box.

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RECLAIM THE GODDESS WITHIN Dance is a wonderful way to bring out your femininity. Along with holistic healer Bindu Narula, I created this workshop called Goddess Dances which was all about nurturing yourself. Women tend to do everything around the house, put themselves after everyone else and forget to take time out for themselves. Ours was a holistic healing, movement and experiential creativity workshop for women like these. The idea was to reclaim the ‘Goddess within’.

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patient, it can be used to heal emotionally, if not physically. Though it is hard to believe, dance therapy can also be used in a corporate environment. We have held workshops with top executives of an IT firm who have started the day looking all formal and stiff. By the evening, they are miming, moving without inhibitions. Dance is a good way to relieve stress.

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Dance is a great way to exercise! Learning and practicing any classical dance form can help you achieve a well-toned body and complete well-being. You need to try different forms and see what suits your body type. Contemporary dances are good workouts. They are also more athletic in form. A dance form like ballet is known to give you strong legs.

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To look at dance as just a stage performance is a hackneyed idea. The personal joy one derives from dance is one of the benefits. Apart from being a performing art, dance is also therapeutic. It's simple. Dancing releases endorphins, making you feel good.

STEM DANCE KAMPNI Acclaimed dancer Madhu Nataraj’s Stem Dance Kampni has been holding classes for children every Saturday and Sunday for the past 10 years. The class on Saturday teaches Kathak the pure and traditional way. On Sunday the class teaches creative movement that incorporates martial arts, yoga and other dance forms. To know more about other interesting dance forms like belly dancing or ballet, log on to metromela.com.

Stem Dance Kampni

# 37, 17th Cross, Malleswaram, Bangalore – 560055. Tel – 080-23348645

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-----revolving book stand ------stacked with A -------History of India by John Keay, J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and many other popular titles grabs your attention at Hamlet. This five-year-old store is situated on Banerji Road, one of the noisiest and busiest places in Cochin.

EXCLUSIVELY ENGLISH A name that overtly refers to the literature it houses, Hamlet is a must visit for all English book lovers in Cochin.

Regular customers can avail discounts on their purchases here. They also offer discounts to other customers who purchase books above a certain metromela.com

amount. We learnt that Hamlet is the only shop in Cochin that has such a wide collection. The books here are arranged in such a manner that finding a particular author’s or a publisher’s book is not difficult. And that is why Hamlet is our pick for bookstores to visit in Cochin. Its collection of fiction is worth browsing. All major credit cards are accepted here. The parking area is insubstantial since it is also meant for many

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works of fiction is greater. We spotted autobiographies of famous personalities like Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, Bill Clinton etc too. Almost all the well-known publishing houses supply books to Hamlet. Besides, if you cannot find a particular book, the store will get it and courier to you.

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Hamlet is owned by Ramachandran, a well-known journalist and writer, and offers fiction, non-fiction as well as several subject specific books in English. MetroMela found that they have quite an exhaustive collection of books on arts, architecture, beauty, cookery, history, management, sports, travel and various other subjects. Though the store covers a range of subjects, we found more literature books here. We were also told that the demand for

other shops in the shopping complex. Hamlet is open from 9.30 AM to 7.30 PM.

Hamlet

C21, Kurian Towers, Opp. Saritha Theatre, Banerji Road, Ernakulam Cochin – 682018. Tel - 0484 – 2395389

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SERVICES | PUNE

t’s inexpensive, environment-friendly, fun --and a great way to stay fit. Yes, it’s the bike --or bicycle that we’re talking about. Want to know how you can maintain your bike, where should you go mountain biking and what safety precautions you should keep in mind while doing that? Here’s a ready reckoner from metromela.com on biking. MetroMela spoke with bike enthusiast Alpesh Yadav who runs Rider Owned Bicycles, a bike shop where you can get everything from All Terrain Bikes to even tricycles for the tiny tots. Ride on to know more.

START PEDALING Summer’s approaching and it’s gonna be time for expeditions and picnics. How about giving the four-wheeler a miss and straddling the bicycle instead?

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Go Mountain Biking Hilly areas like Sinhagad fort which is 25 kilometers away from the city is a great place to challenge you to the hilt. Even Katraj Ghat, Khandala ghat and Bhagdev ghat are hotspots for mountain bikers. Within the city limits, the backside of Chaturshringi Hill near Senapati Bapat road and Dhighi Mountain in Vimannagar are also good options. If you are more adventurous, then beautiful hill stations like Mahabaleshwar (120 kilometers away from Pune) are quite enchanting. (Log on to metromela.com for a guide to Mahabaleshwar.)

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For cross country racing, Mulshi situated in the west of Pune and NDA road near Chandani Chowk apart from parts of Mahableshwar are great options.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Always buy a bike according to your height and frame size. Also, there are different bikes for different purposes. So whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good for regular commuting may not be right for mountain biking. Indian roads are not completely conducive to riding. So make sure you wear helmets. During mountain biking, wear elbow and knee guard to prevent injuries. Always wear gloves for a better grip to prevent sweating. Always carry an energy drink like Electron or even Glucose in case of dehydration. In case of BMX stunts make sure that you wear all kinds of safety gear. Always carry a hand pump that can easily be mounted on the bike in case of low air pressure.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re biking in darkness, always have lights and reflectors on the front and the rear side of the bike.

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Carry a super tool kit which has a Swiss Knife, screwdriver and panel set that could help in assembling the bike or even chain fixing in case of emergencies. During monsoons have a mudguard installed on the bike. Puncture kits can be carried as well with easy manual guides.

Rider Owned Bicycles

Shop No. 20, Gulmohar Gardens, Lane-7, North Main Road, Koregaon Park Next to Friends CD Shop, Pune - 411001.

In terms of dressing always wear bicycle shorts with padding as it prevents backaches and is a good support for the butt. Also in T-shirts you can opt for lycra or dry-fit cotton T-shirts from Nike and Reebok.

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SERVICES | MYSORE

EDUCATION FIRST AT PRATHAM Tell me and I'll forget. Show me, and I may not remember. Involve me, and I'll understand.

Pratham was initiated by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in 1994 in Mumbai. It started functioning in Mysore since May 2002. The organization’s mission is simple and clear – that every child is in school and learns well. So they work through various interventions at the pre-school level and offer remedial education for children in the school system. They also use the service of educated unemployed women for teaching.

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Legendary actress Waheeda Rehman at a Pratham initiative. Towards this cause Pratham runs Balawadi, a pre-school program to strengthen the educational foundation of under privileged children. It also has Balasakhi, a remedial education program designed to help children who are identified by their class teachers as lagging behind academically. Then there is the Bridge Course Program designed to prepare and support out-of-school children. A unique program developed by Pratham is called Outreach. It provides educational opportunities to child laborers, street children and pavement dwellers. Teaching and

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-- hat’s a Native American ------saying. And it seems to be ------the driving force behind Pratham, a community based organization, working towards the cause of education for under privileged children.

learning happens in places of work, on streets, pavements, railway platforms - wherever children want to learn. Besides these ongoing programs, Pratham has set up computer centers, libraries in schools, built play homes, started women empowerment programs, initiated self-help groups, started regular health check-up for children, organized cultural visits etc. Pratham survives on the monetary contribution of donors. You can either make a monetary contribution or sponsor a program. Apart from financial assistance you can serve the organization as a volunteer, create awareness about the organization and act as a guardian to any of the Balawadis, Balasakhis or Bridge Course centers.

Pratham Mysore

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25th March –31st May

Event occurs every Wednesday KroaKING Season 4 @ Opus Sing your thing at KroaKING Season 4 at Opus. The event is spread over 6 Wednesdays, at the end of which 3 winners will be crowned as Opus KroaKING. Opus For more details, call 080 - 2344 2580 / 23568507 -------------------------------------

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8th April – 19th April

Photography exhibition by Shadi Ghadirian (Iran) A photography exhibition by one of Iran’s leading contemporary photographers Shadi Ghadirian. Seagull Gallery, Kasturba Cross Road For more details, call 080-22128358

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22nd April – 25th April

Great Indian Developer Summit The biggest gathering of software developers from Java/J2EE, Microsoft computing technologies, Rich Internet Applications (RIA), Web 2.0, Ajax, Agile, SOA, and Enterprise IT. IISc campus For more details, call 080 40051000, e-mail info@developersummit.com

24th April, 7 pm

Night of musicals - all time hits from Broadway Night of musicals will feature all time hits from Broadway, the West-end and Hollywood. Chowdiah Memorial Hall For more details, call 9902815806

13th April – 30th April

Exhibition - Vinnyasa's art collections Art exhibition displaying Vinnyasa's art collections at Vinnyasa Premier Art Gallery. Vinnyasa Premier Art Gallery For more details, call 044-32533655

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CHENNAI 21st March –31st May, 3 pm

Singapore International Mathematics Olympiad Singapore International Mathematics Olympiad conducted by the Mathematics Department of National University of Singapore. Nehru Children’s Cultural Association For more details, call 2445 3014, 2445 3014 or email nehruchildrenculturalassociation@yahoo .co.in -------------------------------------

1st April – 30th April

Event occurs every Friday and Saturday Happy hours at Rhapsody Head to Rhapsody on Fridays and Saturdays, and sip on your favorite drink with some lip smacking Italian food. Courtyard by Marriott For more details, call 044 66764488, 044 6676429

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23rd April, 7:30 pm Sangam - Jazz Concert

Jazz Concert by Sangam featuring Benjamin Prischi on Keyboard, Cyrille de Haes on Bass, Thibault Hien on Saxophone, Sebastien Wacheux on Drums and David Remy on Guitar. Taj Coromandel For more details, call 6600-2827

HYDERABAD 28th March – 27th April Art in objects - Functional art exhibition

Art in objects is a functional art exhibition that will be held at the Daira Art Gallery. DAIRA Art Gallery For more details, call 040-66618628, 9866486052

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Disha-The Career Fair – 2009 Disha-The Career Fair – 2009 will focus on latest trends in Educational and Training sector. Kotla Vijayabhaskar Reddy Indoor Stadium For more details, call 66258223

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Flash nights at The Bar, enjoy evenings with fun and frolic. Novotel Hyderabad For more details, call 6682-4422 -----------------------------------

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Bollywood Fusion - Dance workshop Bollywood Fusion - dance workshop at Pulse (The Studio). Pulse (The Studio) For more details, call 9822171257 / 9371371357

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Sunday brunch at The Square Sunday brunch at The Square will include an elaborate buffet; dip in the pool and lots of action for kids

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Workshop - Miniature paintings Rudraksh Art Gallery is organizing a 10-day workshop on miniature paintings. Rudraksh Art Gallery For more details, call 9373388883 e-mail rudrakshart@yahoo.com

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REVIEW | RESTAURANTS

FOOD | CHENNAI

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DHABBA EXPRESS In the land of idli and sambar, this dhaba definitely has done something right to get so popular.

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Dhabba Express carries a highway dhaba feel with the rustic décor and furniture. You can make yourself comfortable either on the bamboo and cane benches or the khatiyas (rope woven cots) in the courtyard kept cool by numerous shady trees. There’s also an air-conditioned seating area inside, if that’s what you prefer. And if it’s a party that you want to host, they have halls to serve that purpose too. Dhabba Express hands out a four page mini newspaper / tabloid instead of the menu. As an interesting conversation

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.........hink Dhaba and the .......image of small highway .......food joints serving butter-loaded, delicious and homely food, comes up. Think Chennai and it’s idli sambar and filter coffee that make your tummy growl. But there are times when your taste buds need a change isn’t it? Well, it was on such a day that metromela.com visited Dhabba Express where we were told that Sachin who runs the show here takes abundant care in the flavor of the food he prepares; he ensures that he never uses readymade garam masala and instead grinds his own fresh masala every morning.

piece, it briefly explains the history of dhabas, Santa Banta jokes, some trivia and of course the menu. To ‘start up your engine’ they have Jal jeera pani, ginger mint punch, fresh lime soda and Punjabi Chhach. The ones you should really try out are Bhangra Pepsi and Malai Lassi. Picking the starters is easy as they are labeled as slightly spicy, medium spicy and very spicy. These range from Tandoori aloo and steamed momos to chicken drums and Punjabi chicken tikka. In the soup category you can choose from normal tomato soup, sweet corn

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As desserts or ‘meethe sapne’ (sweet dreams) as they call it, Dhabba Express offers yummy, piping hot jalebis, gulab jamuns, cool matka kulfi and phirni. The water is served in small lotas (mini jugs) and papad and some salads are complimentary.

Express on Cenotaph Road is the most popular one it has branches in Nungambakkam, Greams Road, OMR, Besant Nagar, Anna Nagar and Kodambakkam. A meal for two could cost anywhere from Rs. 250 to Rs. 400. The vegetarian buffet lunch is priced at Rs.75 per head and is available only at Cenotaph Road and Nungambakkam branches. Dhabba Express is open from 11.30 AM to 3.30 PM and 6.30 PM to 11.30 PM.

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In the main course, those who wish to try out authentic Punjabi fare should go for Makkai ki roti and sarson da saag. It’s delicious to say the least. Otherwise, there’s the regular Dal Makhani, Dum aloo kashmiri, bhindi masala, channa masala, kadai paneer, Punjabi kadhi, rajma masala and so on. The non-vegetarian gravies like Kashmir rogan josh, chicken changezi and kadai murg are popular tries too. We also spotted sea food and some Chinese on the menu.

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soup, Lung Fung soup or even Dhabba special cucumber soup.

Dhabba Express

# 9, Cenotaph Road, Teynampet, Chennai – 600018. Tel – 044-24328211

Dhabba Express, we realized is the perfect place to have authentic Punjabi food punctuated with a soothing rustic ambience. The food is very economically priced, spicy and unlike the real dhaba food has less oil and butter to suit your health. When it comes to the buffet, there is plenty to choose from so pile up your plate with the ones you like.

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SERVICES | BANGALORE

Outdoor and Active From watching 31 baby cobras hatch in his room during a project to looking for crocodiles on camera, Gerry Martin has done it all.

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-ndia's first adventurer on -National Geographic channel -(remember Croc Chronicles or Snake Wranglers?), wildlife expert and herpetologist Gerald ‘Gerry’ Martin has been wild at heart since the time he was a kid. He grew up in a farmhouse, surrounded by animals and nature and at 17 started assisting the legendary Romulus Whitaker at the Madras Crocodile Bank. In fact, he was the bank’s youngest curator. From watching 31 baby cobras hatch in his room during a project to looking for crocodiles on camera, Martin has done it all. Today he shares his love for adventure with children and educates them about nature and animals through camps and workshops. He tells metromela.com how parents can get city kids away from the TV and closer to nature and even shares some of his favorite outdoor destinations. Read on…

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OUTDOOR TRIPS Parents can organize all kinds of outdoor trips, instead of just visits to a mall or movie theatre. Even a walk in Cubbon Park, a trip to Bannerghatta National Park, sitting by any of the new lakes, doing stuff in the garden, making bird boxes, bird feeders, etc., could make a huge difference to children. The outdoors need not be compartmentalized into something you see when you're out on a trip. When you do go on a trip, Bangalore is surrounded by beautiful and magnificent wilderness, forests and hills. Explore! Some areas around Bangalore could be great adventure trips for families with kids. I personally have a few favorites like Jungle Retreat in Masinagudi, Hunkal

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Woods in Chikmagalur and Geedee Farms right here in Bannerghatta! If you are taking the kids out on a trek, remember that kids need small stretches in their activities. There's a fine line between adventure and misadventure. Ensuring that the end emotion is a positive one is imperative to the process of developing a strong interest and passion in children about the outdoors.

PETS AND INSECTS Kids are intrinsically allured by pets. All we need to do is to nurture that. If you have a pet at home, teach the kids to be responsible for it by example. If the pet brings joy to the parents, they need to share that with their children.

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Gerry works with kids from the age of 9 to 16. His camps through Wishbone Interactive involve a structured introduction to nature and the wilderness, where city kids learn about survival, the dos and don'ts in the outdoors and get “hands-on experiences in nature and leave with a certain connect with the environment.” Activities involve tree climbing, trekking, camping, direction finding, birdwatching, among a host of others.

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Kids are often scared of insects, reptiles and even lizards. In my experience, most fear is conditioned and comes from others around them - parents, friends and others. All we need is to keep our fears to ourselves and not transfer them on to our kids. For those who are already afraid, it helps to do things slowly short and gentle exposures to the animals that they fear. Building knowledge about the animals also helps a lot.

GARDENING Gardening is a great idea to help kids connect with nature. It builds a strong connect, gives children a feeling of accomplishment, develops a commitment to something alive and helps them stay away from the malls, bowling alleys and other decadent hang outs.

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REVIEW | CITY HOTSPOTS

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DIVINE DINING The lounge dining experience is fast catching up in Vizag, thanks wholly to the trendsetter in city hotspots, Dusk.

Dusk is the new live entertainment lounge diner at the three-star Palm Beach Hotel & Resorts in Vizag. With earthy interiors done up by Ameet Mirpuri, this multi-cuisine loungestyle, 96-seater diner offers a sunken bar, a DJ console and a dining experience, which goes with dinner (only) and live music – strictly for couples and bachelors only.

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---------usk can easily be mistaken for a contemporary ----------meditation center at Beach Road in Vizag. We see a ---------huge symbolic golden bronze logo of hands outstretched in repose over a circle, a cove kind of foyer that opens into artifacts, terracotta, potted palms and burnished wood; and an orange glow that seeps into almost everything. The décor and ambience at this happening lounge diner says it all. Dusk at the Palm Beach Hotel & Resorts on Beach Road in Vizag is indeed the coming of dusk, through and through.

Assistant Manager Rehman takes us on an enlightening tour. Stepping inside, Dusk opens into two sections with the sunken bar at the center. One section that’s narrower has a regular dining facility, while the other goes into lounge mode, full steam. The seating is predominantly cane, bamboo and wood (all imported from Bali). The burnt orange ‘throws’ on wide low seats, against a wooden center-stage low table that’s aglow with candlelight and soft streaming light from alcove beams, make for a perfect relaxed and leisurely romantic meal. The light reflects subtly on wine glasses placed chandelierstyle at the sunken bar, where a choice of fine wines and imported liquors are served. Service staff personnel glide around quietly in black uniforms bearing the Dusk gold emblazoned logo. A meal at Dusk is multi-cuisine (a blend of continental and Indian), a la carte and pre-plated. Dishes vary from salads (Rs. 135) to the main course (Rs. 185 to Rs. 295

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Dusk

Palm Beach Hotels and Resorts, Beach Road, Vizag- 530023.

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Tel – 0891-2754026

Rehman highly recommends the Corn Sheek Kebabs (with plum sauce and yogurt), Pickled Mushroom Tikka (with a tangy chilly mustard yogurt dressing), Desi Garlic Prawns (with cream, garlic-lemon butter and mint), Fettuccine with Cheese Asparagus and Firangi Vegetables (mix of exotic veggies with flavored curry sauce and dill buttered rice and garlic naan), to name a few. The breads too are rather fancy (we love the spicy Focaccia Bread). Rehman states that since ‘presentation’ plays a big role at Dusk, the cuisine is served designer-like. So we’re not surprised to see a rather stylish skewer dish that’s meant to serve hot kebabs straight from the chef’s kitchen. It’s impressive and makes the kebabs look even more appetizing.

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Dusk has also added an 'Indian homely' feel to its menu - it thoughtfully serves Dahi Bhath and Bisibele Bhath (both Rs. 145) as well (nice!). Desserts are exotic too - try either the Drunken Prunes (prunes soaked in red wine over a month) served with vanilla ice cream or the Caramel Chunk that's got a caramel sauce and nuts combo with ice cream. Dusk’s specialty (and a hot favorite) is the Swiss delicacy Chicken Fondue (Rs. 295), which comprises diced chicken with a mélange of melted cheese in white, and with paprika. MetroMela recommends Dusk for its delicious food, fine wines and divine décor. The ambience is perfect for a romantic meal. Parking space is available at the hotel’s parking lot. Dusk is open from 7.30 PM to 11.45 PM and a meal for two would cost between Rs. 800 and Rs. 1,200.

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REVIEW | BOOKS AND STATIONERY

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Handcrafted stationery at Deckle Edge Beautiful handcrafted stuff, pretty envelopes, small potlis, hardboard gift boxes, wall pieces and even wedding packaging

........eckle Edge isn’t a .........very well-advertised .........store. In fact, it has hardly paid attention to publicity. This shows, even in its location which is on the rear side of Srinivasa Towers (next to ITC Kakatiya Sheraton), away from the hustle and bustle that stores like these are usually associated with. Therefore, don’t expect any great interior display here. It is a fairly small shop which has so much stuffed within it that it sometimes gives you the warehouse feel.

125. Plain notebooks in different sizes are good things to pick up as well. The pages are handmade and the cover has beautiful kalamkari designs. Then there are gift tags, visiting cards (100 cards for Rs. 35; printing would cost more), scrolls (Rs. 15), potlis (small, round cloth baskets) and CD holders too. You can even take a look at the cane trays from Nagaland, lampshades (uniquely

designed, some even shaped like Chinese fans), hardboard gift boxes (triangular-shaped ones look pretty unique) and wall pieces (ceramic ones and even some made with dried spices and twigs) here. Deckle Edge also specializes in wedding cards and packaging. Ujwala Giri, who manages the show here, says that they can print about 100 cards within two days.

And for wedding packaging, just bring all the stuff that needs to be packed and they will do the needful. Deckle Edge has a workshop next door. It is difficult to recommend just a few products from the store, but the notebooks and the gift boxes did make a lasting impression on us. There are some great corporate gifting options too. The store is open from 10.30 AM to 7 PM (closed on Sundays) and parking space is adequate.

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Started by Renu Rao, Deckle Edge (which means feathered edge of paper) deals in handcrafted stuff. Most of the products here are made of handmade paper (simple, silk and metallic) sourced from Vijayawada, Jaipur and the like. So you get to see a wide variety of paper bags (from Rs. 15 per bag) here, available in bright hues with embellishments ranging from kalamkari (hand-painted or block-printed cotton) prints to tissue.

G-10, Srinivasa Towers, Begumpet, Hyderabad – 500016. Tel – 040-23404924

Pretty envelopes cost Rs. 35 for two. Then there are organizers (Rs. 175) which can be used to hold pens, paper and even a diary. Files and folders are available too at about Rs.

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want to stay? welcome to our First Transit Hotel After an excellent experience of catering to client satisfaction we have launched a First Transit Hotel at GMR Shamshabad. This Transit Hotel is strategically located opposite to International Airport junction and is first of its kind in Hyderabad. It is a 30-room property and a Sleep in Lounge. The hotel is truly a preferred choice for short stays and those who want to be close to the airport. It has a multi-cuisine Restaurant. Guests can avail services of pick and drop to the Airport around the clock. With its elegance style and comfort it will be the discerning travelerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ideal Transit stay.

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PIC SPEAK The Queen of Arabian Sea, Cochin is famous as a historical and cultural center. Amidst all the modern day changes in the city, some places have still preserved their own culture and tradition. One such place is Jew Street, situated at Mattanchery, which MetroMela has captured through images for you. For a complete guide on Jew Street, visit metromela.com.

The Clock tower built in the 18th century by Ezekiel Rahabi a Jewish businessman. This clock tower has four faces - one side faces the Maharajaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s palace, the second faces the street, the third side the synagogue, and the fourth side facing the sea, has been mysteriously kept blank.

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2 Rows of closely packed warehouses line the narrow streets. Old buildings and Dutch architecture dominate the landscape.

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One of the antique shops, a specialty of Jew Street, displaying the biggest vaarppu (a flat bronze vessel with handles on both sides).

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REVIEW | BOOKS & STATIONERY

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An easy way to start reading Vani Mahesh, who started the library, is a software engineer who returned from US and decided to do what she loved the most — set up a place that would encourage people to read.

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Readers enjoy a session of 'Meet the author' at Easy Library

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-------bright red and yellow building welcomes --------you into Easy Library, an online library that -------- holds several extracurricular activities for ---------children. Started by Vani Mahesh, Easy Library is an online library that delivers books to your home or office, anywhere in Bangalore. All you do is register, pay a fee, log on, select books and it can be delivered to you in a day’s time. However, with a big building dedicated to books,

you can also visit the library (take the lane opposite Maharaja restaurant) and browse and select books at your leisure. There are books in every possible genre here, from fiction to management to cookery to humor and for adults as well as for kids. To MetroMela, what makes this library special is that they encourage children to read. In fact, one entire floor is dedicated to children's books!

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Vani ensures that there is a good dose of literature thrown in as well with books by Roald Dahl, Ruskin Bond, Phillip Pullman and others. Your child (and you too) can become a member by paying an initial refundable deposit of Rs. 500 and a non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 100. What gives this library an extra edge are the several extracurricular activities they conduct for children. "All literary oriented k Vijayakumaranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theater ar tist Vive n stor y-telling sessio

with books as the backdrop," says Vani. For three to seven year olds, they have storytelling sessions. For kids aged eight and above, who have already started reading, there is an introduction to classics once a month. Vani gets an interesting mix of people to conduct all the sessions. For instance, Arka, a performer poet, has performed Sukumar Ray's Abol Tabol for children, well known RJ Darius has narrated from stories by Terry Pratchett and Kathalaya has conducted the storytelling sessions for the smaller kids, which are usually followed by a craft activity. In Vani's experience, most children have picked up the books and read them after sessions like these. Easy Library also conducts several interesting workshops for kids in summer, including a Book Buffet, where kids get to choose the books they want to read and even give a short review!

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With over 6,000 books for children alone, there is a lot for kids (or the moms) to choose from. There's a big range of picture books and board books for toddlers, and a collection of the Clifford, Winnie the Pooh, Bubbles and other kiddie series. For older boys and girls there is a collection of mystery series like Nate The Great and humor like the Horrid Henry and Captain Underpants series. And if your little girl is already living in a fairy and fantasy world, there is the Olsen Twins, Tiara Club, Princess Diaries and other series.

If your child loves reading, then a membership here is a great gift. The best part is that you can select the books from the comfort of your home. Easy Library has every possible genre categorized meticulously on their website, including an enviable collection of Amar Chitra Katha. The reading programs for children are listed on their homepage and are a great way to inculcate a love for words in your kid. Parking space is available. Easy Library is open from 10 AM to 2 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM. It is closed on Wednesdays.

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Meditation in Movement

An early morning class of health enthusiasts of all ages but mostly middle aged, swinging their arms in the air, slowly caressing a peacock’s tail, gently stretching an imaginary rubber band. They are all dressed in loose-fitting clothes, either a salwar bottom and T-shirt or track pants. They are moving slowly, steadily, calmly. All of them in their own meditative worlds, but watching their Sifu or Master. Tai Chi, this is.

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.........his martial art form is intriguing to say the .......least. We therefore, met up with Sifu George .......Thomas, the Founder and President of Fu Sheng Yuan Tai Chi Academy – India Chapter, which he established in Chennai in 1998 and later set up tmore branches in Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Pune. He is also authorized by the World Yong Nian Tai Chi

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Federation to teach the art. Currently there are around 5,000 students across India who are learning and practicing Tai Chi in the Academy. Sifu George Thomas also conducts seminars, workshops, lectures / demonstrations regularly for corporate houses, clubs and educational institutions. He helps us know more about this art.

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Why practice Tai Chi According to George Thomas, it is great for the mind, body and soul. Tai Chi provides relief from stress-related disorders such as hypertension, backaches and other ailments; It improves the immunity and helps fight disease, strengthens the energy of the body and prevents negative elements from penetrating into the system. Tai Chi is also known to raise one’s awareness level and alertness, improve concentration and stamina and control short tempers. It also helps in strengthening the joints, ligaments and tendons, stretching the nerves and toning up the muscles.

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Tai Chi, the ancient Chinese martial art, involves graceful, meditative and light, natural movements which relaxes and stimulates different parts of the body. It is like meditation in movement with the constant interplay of two vital energies - the passive principle Yin and the active principle, Yang. This school follows the Yang family Tai Chi system. There are a total of five styles of Tai Chi of which this is the most popular.

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What’s the ideal age to learn Tai Chi There is no age bar to practice Tai Chi, Sifu George Thomas says. It is suitable for any person no matter their fitness level or the lack of it. If you can walk, you can do Tai Chi. No wonder some people call it the Chinese version of yoga.

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You can learn Tai Chi in Chennai at the following centres. Vidya Sagar

No. 1, Ranjit Road Kotturpuram, Chennai – 600085. TTK House (Arogya) No. 6, Cathedral Road, Near Chola Sheraton, Chennai – 600086. Tel - 044-23743257 / 6546, 09840298450 FOR MORE SUCH ARTICLES LOG ON TO

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THE ART AND SCIENCE OF WINES A celebration, a quiet romantic evening, a special business event or even a get-together at home – if it’s an alcoholic beverage that goes down well with any of the above, it’s the wine.

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The Indian party scene is now accepting wine as a great way to enjoy an evening. However, the art of drinking and serving wine isn’t something that all of us are familiar with. MetroMela went on an odyssey to help know more about what wine’s got to do with health, what food it should be paired with, how should it be stored and more. And accompanying us on this odyssey was Chateau Indage, India’s largest and oldest wine company, established

in 1982. Chateau has vineyards spread over 2,500 hectares. Their range of wines including red, wine and sparkling wines have won several awards ranging from the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), held annually at London to Wine Style Asia from Singapore. The company also holds the honor of being listed in the world wine encyclopedia as the only Indian International wine. Here are the inputs from the expert.

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it but you may live a longer, healthier life drinking it.

Pairing Food with Wine Wine shouldn't dominate the food or vice versa. They should complement each other. It is also important to remember that wine had alone tastes different than with food. White wine goes well with white meat, creamy pastas and salads while red wine goes with red meat. However, there is no hard and fast rule either. If you wish to enhance the taste of wine, have it with cheese (mainly used while tasting wine) which neutralizes the taste of food.

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Drinking wine can rejuvenate you in more ways than one. Moderate consumption of red wine (read two glasses) reduces the risk of heart and brain disease, works against anxiety and tension and acts as a tranquilizer preventing coronary diseases, Alzheimer’s and some forms of cancer. As a part of normal diet, wine is a great energy booster that provides the body with substances that aid digestion. Wine cannot be called a medicine in the actual pharmaceutical terms, but it is comforting to know that not only can you enjoy

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Nonetheless acids, tannins and sugars in the wine interact with food to create different tastes. Usually the wine grown in a particular region goes well with the typical food of that region. Therefore it’s a good match to combine Indian cuisine with Indian wines. Balance the method of preparation with the wine - like a poached fish will go along well with Chantilli Sauvignon Blanc (white wine), whereas a Murgh Makhani in rich gravy requires the heavier IVY white Zinfandel (rose wine). Try to match flavors, so when you taste cherries in the Chantelli Merlot (red wine), pair it with a duck served with a cherry sauce. APRIL 2009

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Wine should never be sweeter than the dessert and vice versa, but a sparkling wine of high quality such as Madame de Pompadour (sparking wine, Indian champagne) will go along with most sweet finales. C

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And as a last point remember that wines from the new world (including India) are fruitier and less complex compared with the earthy ones made in the old world. As a result wines from the new world are much easier to pair with any kind of food and

it’s usually possible to stay with one wine for the whole meal. The only thing to be kept in mind is that you pair high quality food with an equally high quality of wine.

The Right Way to Store Wine Wine should be stored in a dark (light makes the wine older), quiet (no agitation), smell neutral (no vegetables close by) place with a constant temperature. Humidity in the storage room should be at a high level (in connection with the temperature) as it guarantees that the wine is unable to rise out of the bottle. It’s a good idea to

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store wines in horizontal position or in a 60° angle, as the wine covers the cork from inside and prevents it from drying out. When storing sparkling or fortified wines, many experts say that it is better to keep it upright though, as either the carbon dioxide gas or the high alcohol volume can damage the cork and as a result influence the wine quality negatively. There is no absolute golden rule with respect to temperature. But it’s around 4 degrees centigrade for sparkling wine and moves up to around 19 degrees centigrade for semidry red wines.

The Art of Serving Wine Choosing the right glass for wine is very important too. The right glassware acts as a simple serving utility, pleases the eye with design, shape and material and lastly supports the wine during the “performance” due to shape. White wine needs a small wine glass and red wine needs bigger. If you are into sparking

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Sometimes the difference makes the charm. So a really hot dish like Kolhapuri chicken can go perfectly with the slight sweetness of an IVY-White Zinfandel (rose wine). Be careful of the spices you use as those also have enormous influence on the taste felt by the tongue. For example the bitterness in food increases the felt bitterness of tannic elements in red wine, whereas salt and sourness has exactly the opposite effect and increases the sweetness in wine.

expensive wines then wine flutes are the best. When buying any type of glass, focus on the rim. The rim should have a sharp cut, as this guarantees that the wine is well placed on the tongue. Well, who would have thought that there is so much science behind the art of serving, storing or just having wine…

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SAPNA, A BOOK MALL Since the store opened in August 2007, Sapna Book House has become a huge hit with the Mysoreans. Find out why.

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Sapna Book House has been a leading library and institutional supplier of books since 1967. This store opened in August 2007, and since then it has been a big hit with the Mysoreans. The ground floor has CDs (movies and music), gifts, toys, stationery, greeting cards, writing instruments and fashion jewelry. The first floor stocks books ranging from those for children, to fiction and non-fiction. English and Kannada literature, business and money, diet, health, food parenting, crafts, art, hobbies, fashion, interior design, photography, music, gardening, philosophy and religion are just some of the topics available for readers. The second floor stocks books related to computers, electronics, mechanics, civics, physics, chemistry, mathematics, biology,

agriculture etc apart from school, pre-university and undergraduate level books. Medicine, Ayurveda, pharmacy and nursing books too can be bought here. You will also find dictionaries, maps, language guides, travelogues and study material for various competitive exams. We even found out that Sapna’s CD collection offers different syllabi covered in the schools along with general awareness topics like the birth of the computer, the evolution of man and plants, geographical details of different countries and wildlife and environment related information. Apart from books, Sapna has a very impressive range of greeting cards for all seasons and occasions, cute soft toys and writing materials. Also, drop into this store before your child starts school to pick up all that he / she would need. There are charts, diagrams and educational toys for all ages of children. They have a very good sales staff to help you source the books

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........he exteriors of Sapna Book .......House are unconventional. .......In fact, the three-storied building looks more like a shopping mall thanks to its professional and modern façade.

without having to walk around the whole store. What we liked at Sapna Book House is the variety on offer. It’s a complete book store with stationery and greeting cards too. The interiors of the store are neat and offer plenty of space for customers to browse comfortably. You can also place orders with them for specific titles or study materials that you may be looking for. They will get those arranged. There is ample parking space in the basement of the building. Sapna Book House is open from 10.30 AM to 8.30 PM on all days. If you have something to share on Sapna Book House, drop in a comment at metromela.com.

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GUIDE | CITY HOTSPOTS

ENTERTAINMENT | VIZAG

IN THE MIDST OF CLOUDS

AND HILLS

If green hills, coffee plantations, fresh air is your idea of a weekend holiday then here’s a guide to the breathtakingly beautiful Araku Valley.

Vizag’s blessed with the good fortune of having both the sea beach and the hills. While the beach is within traveling distance of the city and nice for an evening stroll and a by-the-bay ambience of roasted corn and peanuts, it’s the green hills that metromela.com finds more inviting. Araku Valley is said to be the queen of these hills. So go ahead and enjoy her serene company for the weekend!

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Araku Valley is a perfect weekend getaway for Vizagites. Located amidst the Eastern Ghats at an elevation of approximately 2,992 feet, it is scenic, gloriously green and peaceful. You can either travel by train or by road to the valley. The train runs on a broad gauge railway line Kirandole, traveling onwards to Madhya Pradesh. Kirandole is said to be the highest broad gauge railway line in India, at about 3,400 feet. The train journey is breathtaking, through 46 tunnels; and it takes about three and a half hours from Vizag to reach the valley. On road, you get to drive through the myriad coffee plantations of the Ananthagiri Hills. If you have the time, you could also take a small diversion to visit the Borra Caves. The journey from Vizag city to Araku Valley, by road, takes about four hours. Although the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) organizes a day-tour package to the Araku Valley, it is best to spend a night at the APTDC guest houses (either the Mayuri Hill Resort or the Haritha Valley Resort) if you would like to enjoy the ideal weekend break. The rooms have to be booked well in advance at the APTDC office at the RTC Complex in Vizag. The rooms are comfortable and the resorts also have in-house restaurants that offer decent meals. From a tourist point of view, you can either visit the Tribal Museum that’s located in the heart of the township at Araku Valley or take a stroll at the evening bazaar or get a glimpse of the Dhimsa tribal dance by a bonfire at night at the resorts which is organized by the APTDC management.

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.........vast expanse of flat land surrounded by ...........the endless hills of the towering Eastern ...........Ghats the Araku Valley greets you with fresh air, solitude, tribal hamlets and a smattering of resorts. After having driven through undulating green hills and coffee plantations, a good 120 kilometers from Vizag, the sight is refreshing and rejuvenating.

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The Araku Valley is at its cool and misty best during December and January, so you would need to take along some light winter wear for the night. But it’s equally picturesque during the months of August and September, especially if you are the kind who relishes a drive through rain-soaked hills in bright green and through infant waterfalls that trickle alongside. It’s absolutely picture-perfect.

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........ hen it comes to food, Hyderabad is most .......... famous for its Biryani but not far behind are . ... the delectable Kebabs served at many a place around the city. Not surprisingly, most of the places, which serve the best Biryani, also serve some of the best Kebabs but all that is changing as new food joints get added to the ever expanding Hyderabad’s gastronomic map. Here is a guide from metromela.com to some of the best places for Kebabs.

Shammi, Sheek, Tangdi or Kakori, Hyderabad’s food joints serve several varieties to pamper those with a fancy for kebabs.

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Old and Popular

New Kids on the Block

These restaurants have grown with the city. The typical dishes they serve range from the ever popular Murgh Tikka to the very delectable Murgh Malai Kebab, Tangdi Kebab and of course traditional favourites like the Shammi Kebab, Mutton Do Pyaza, Mutton Sheek kebab and Patthar Ka Gosht. Do not expect a large variety of seafood here, as only the fastest moving items served here are the best. The prices range from Rs. 80 to Rs. 160. Worth a try are Garden Restaurant on SD Road, Hotel Shadab on High Court Road, Paradise Restaurant in Secunderabad and Hotel Niagara in Chaderghat.

Hyderabad has grown exponentially and there has been a huge surge in the number of restaurants that serve kebabs. While some follow the fast-food culture, others offer fine dining facilities too. Some even offer Mediterranean, Lebanese and Arabic varieties of kebabs. So while there are evergreen favorites, there are even new varieties to sample like the Shawarma, Falafel, etc. The pricing here is modest and ranges from Rs. 60 to Rs. 100 for the chicken variety and Rs. 100 to Rs. 140 for the mutton variety. Popular ones among these are The Great Kebab Factory, Hyderabad House (multiple branches), Kababish

Food Court at Red Hills and Lakdi-ka-Pul and Four Seasons opposite RTO office in Toli Chowki.

The 5-Star Experience Five star hotels like the Taj Banjara has Kebab-e-Bahar, which is by far one of the best places for Kebabs in Hyderabad. They serve the popular fare with a Lucknowi touch in the form of Kakori kebabs and the ever-popular Barah Kebab. Since this is a five star restaurant, there is also a good selection of seafood from Tandoori fish to Fish Amritsari and the Tandoori Jhinga to choose from. The food has a distinct touch of the North. Then there is even Kebabs & Kurries (formerly Peshwari) at the ITC Kakatiya Sheraton. They serve some of the best Tandoori Raan in Hyderabad. Their lobster is one of the best in the country and so are their jumbo prawns. Apart from its specialties, they also serve some of the softest and most delectable Sheek kebabs (with a special crunchy buttery variety) and Murgh Malai kebabs. The prices, needless to say, are on the higher side.

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Built like a European café with a cozy ambience, this bookstore-cum-eating joint called The Patio, is unique and worth a visit.

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.........he Patio is bound to .........attract any passerby by .........its sheer uniqueness. Jute chairs, made by the owner Jayant Patel and his wife Chaitra, mugs, candles and books are just some of the things that vie for your attention here, thanks to the creativity of Prabhakar Baste, a renowned architect whose work of art this is. MetroMela visited it and realized that The Patio has something for almost everybody here. So if you are a foodie then they have an array of food items for you to choose from and if you prefer

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just books then they have loads of those on the upper level. Let’s start with the food. Here they have vegetarian and non-vegetarian sandwiches, rolls, calzones, puffs, croissants and burgers (Rs. 25). MetroMela tried their barbeque chicken grilled sandwiches (Rs. 35) along with coffee. The experience was delightful to say the least. Otherwise, you could try their spicy Chettinad chicken (Rs. 30) or Hariyali chicken (Rs. 25) sandwiches, which are quite popular too. You could get these to be made with whole

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Climb to the upper level and you see a cozy bookstore that stocks almost 5,000 books. Earlier the owner was a trader in books and therefore has a pretty good collection comprising self help books, biographies, cookery, erotica, fantasy, bestsellers, philosophy, fiction and non-fiction and a separate children’s section as well. The books are an amalgamation of work by Indian and international writers. We noticed that they have a collection of Marathi and Hindi

books of renowned writers as well as translated versions of popular English books here. Other than books, they have a unique pottery collection by artiste Asha Baste and lovely imprints of renowned artistes like Vincent Van Gogh adorning the walls. These could make excellent gift options. Diyas, candles and mugs are there too for sale. They also encourage upcoming artistes and are booked for art exhibitions as well. For instance, when we visited, they had paintings of Ashish Kate whose medium is shoe polish. The owner Jayant Patel is very friendly and is more than willing to offer his advice on books and food making. This makes the experience here all the more personal and informal. So do chat up with him to know more. The service is good and the variety is impressive. They also update their menu on a regular basis. The Patio is open from 9.15 AM to 10 PM. The store’s worth a visit for books, bites, art and more! To know about many such interesting bookstores in Pune, log on to metromela.com.

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They have special weight-watcher options like healthy whole wheat or sliced brown breads (Rs. 14), multigrain, rye, oatmeal and Foccacia (flour and herbs) breads too apart from garlic bread. You can also find Italian biscottis, cheese straws and chocolate chip cookies here. MetroMela loved the baskets and white and red checkered cloth in which these goodies were placed, thus giving it a traditional bakery feel.

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wheat or multi-grain bread. But if you have a sweet tooth then you should go for the delicious creamy treats that they have like Raspberry Pastries, Zucotto gateau (Rs. 35), Mocha Mousse and Lemon Cheese for Rs. 40 each. You could also opt for the Apple pie (Rs. 40; have it slightly heated) or Pure Chocolate Fudge dunked in chocolate sauce. Cakes are available in pounds in the egg and eggless varieties.

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GUIDE | PUBS AND CLUBS

FOOD | BANGALORE Ten years back, Bangalore had the unique sobriquet of being called The Pub City. Today as well, pubs remain a Bangalore landmark, in spite of the few rising voices against the popular culture. Here’s a guide from metromela.com on what you can expect at these pubs.

PUB TIME IN BANGALORE Everyday Watering Holes

......... .ome pubs are evergreen, despite ............occasional downsides like stale ............peanuts, smelly toilets and indifferent

waiters. Invariably, these are places that play great music (read rock) and have a certain ambience that lives up to Bangalore's original pub city image. The thumbs up goes to Tavern for its Eighties Rock and Happy Hours that go on till 8.15 PM and Pecos on Rest House Road (off Brigade Road). Pecos is legendary, despite the fact that it is dark, congested and the beer is often watered down. They play rock and some people swear by Pecos. Go check out the popcorn, chilli pork and posters to find out why. Guzzlers Inn has slightly more comfortable seating and tries the look of an English pub (they all do, don't they?). The music is classic rock and they have a pool parlor upstairs. Legends of Rock in Koramangala, Bangalore stays true to its name and plays rock and heavy metal music. It’s spread over two levels but you

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are advised to sit on the cozier lower floor and watch rock bands play on a large screen. There is a cover charge on Saturday, though you can check before going. Take Five above Cafe Coffee Day in Indiranagar has posters of Jazz greats and plays good rock and jazz. They also serve good Belgian beers and a wider range of food than many other pubs. Purple Haze is as classic as rock itself and has pictures of legends like Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morisson on the walls. They play metal and rock both and used to be one of the most happening pubs to visit on weekends. They also have a Marathahalli outlet now but the haze still hasn't dimmed say regulars.

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matkas, be sure to get there. The ambience with open-air seating on the terrace and remixes playing in the background makes for a fun outing. Hard Rock Cafe is a hotspot in Bangalore and plays rock on huge LCD screens. The cocktails are great and so is some of the burger-sandwich food. Makes for a pricey night out. Fuga is yet another happening and pricey spot on Wood Street. Dress trendy, whether you plan to sit in the lounge area or the bar. Their special nights come with a stiff cover charge. Kosmo near Cunningham Road is a lounge bar that also serves Tapas (Spanish style nibbles). It’s a good place to go for mood lighting and conversation. For more bonhomie and cheer, visit The 13th Floor which has an indoor and outdoor terrace section. Choose the terrace which offers a great view of Bangalore and is buzzing with music and conversation. The food is okay but you could always eat at Ebony next door later. Hint on the terrace of Bangalore Central is yet another similar and classy place. The Blue Bar (the bar has a blue tinge) with its gazebo style setting has some of the city’s hippest crowds thronging to it and the music is house and electronica. Weekends can be extremely crowded though. Another expensive place this one.

Chill out Time What do you do when your uncle comes to town and you need to take him to a place where he can relive the famous Bangalore pub scene he has heard so much about? Go to Pub World of course. One of the first pubs in the pub city, it has five different theme seatings. Now that smoking’s banned, you can even tag along the kids. Another ‘family’ pub in the Kodava Samaj building, Windsor Pub, is known

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as much for its food as for the chilled draught beer you get there. Try their Pandi Curry and Masala Prawns. The appams are great too. It’s a small place so the smoke used to be a problem but not anymore, hopefully, with the smoking ban. Infinitely cooler than the above two and much more airy and spacious is Opus. This is where you can lounge on the pebble-strewn ground, hear some of Bangalore’s most talented musicians perform, drink your cocktails and order food that’s Goan. The kids can come along too.

Office talk A drink with colleagues post work can sometimes help break the ice and make you bond better. If at least over beer. Try Geoffrey's, which is a classic English style pub with stained glass and leather chairs. The seating is spread over two levels, though the bar or the alcoves are a good bet. The music is retro and it’s ideal for mid-budget outings. Firangi Paani at Forum is another favorite with the corporate crowd and aims at the same English theme. The music shifts between retro and rock. We also like TGIF for its good Happy Hour deals. The desserts are great too. To break the bank and have a team outing in style, head to i-Bar

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or Dublin. I-Bar at The Park is as glamorous as they come with rich brocade cushions and Arabic style lights. Music veers between Bollywood, retro, rock and house. Watch out for DJ Hussain’s Shukrawar ki Raat on Friday nights. Dublin at Windsor Manor is for those who love the Irish Pub ambience. The beer at Rs. 400 for a mug of draught is steep, although the variety in beers is great. For a real classy evening, head to the Library Bar at The Leela. Plush leather sofas, chandeliers and gleaming wood cabinets makes it seem like something out of a grand English manor. You could also opt to sit in the garden like outdoor setting. Need we add, that it is expensive?

So if this guide has helped you decide which to pick tonight, log on to metromela.com for their contact details. Happy pubbing!

Want to take your date on a pubbing spree? Since conversation is important here, lounge bars high on the ambience factor and low on the lighting and music are ideal. Our vote goes to Vaayu Sky Lounge above Eva Mall, with its open-air comfy seating. Try the martinis here. Taika on Church Street is usually a great favorite with the girls and plays electronic dance music among others. It’s also got this calm, soothing, spa-type look which works well. Hypnos on Infantry Road comes with hookahs and a very Mediterranean-meets Arabic ambience. The blue and white seating is ideal to laze around and whisper sweet nothings into the ears of your date. The food is Middle Eastern and quite authentic. For romantic rendezvous also try Liquid, the stylish pub at Ista Hotel, with its gazebo style seating.

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REVIEW | EXTRACURRICULAR

SERVICES | CHENNAI

Simple, well-thought, safe and very child-friendly – Vanilla is a fun place for moms and kids.

.........anilla is not as plain as .........the name. And even as ........you drive into the tree-lined avenue that houses the mom and kids center, you realize this place is something different.

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First, the play gym. Over here, you have child-friendly, non-toxic trampolines, see saws, tunnels, and little mountains, all of them completely safe. Your child can do anything from run up and down foam steps, to rappelling, to rolling, bouncing and more. It’s great fun. Outside, in the play area, the ‘cars’ are non-battery-operated or motorized, which means the child has to navigate the car using their motor and coordination skills. The store stocks linen, some toys and books, as does the library, where you can buy books. At the massage center, things

At the café, the menu is simple and tasty, just as a child would like it. There’s pasta, sandwiches, juice and French fries apart from some wedges and cutlets. The prices too are reasonable as a meal for you and your child would work out to less than Rs. 200. The exercise classes upstairs are both for mother and child (and by child, we mean baby too), where the two are taught to discover their bodies. These are dance, aerobics, yoga and movement classes, which we are told are quite popular. As for prices, Vanilla charges Rs. 150 per child to use the facilities (the gym and the outside area) for an unlimited amount of time. The massages cost between Rs. 500 and Rs. 1,000.

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Vanilla keeps conducting some fun sessions on special days like August 15, Halloween etc. So register with them to get the details. Apart from this you can conduct a birthday party there, which will work out to Rs. 400-Rs 500 a child (that includes the menu and the play-gym area). The place has ample parking space and it is open from 9.30 AM to 7 PM on weekdays and from 10.30 AM to 7 PM on Sundays.

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are simple - the mom can get a massage done while the child is watched at the play gym. She can get a full-body massage or a reflexology one or acupressure or post-natal. This way she will not feel nervous about her child being left at home as the child will be in the same complex.

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So what does Vanilla have? It’s got a play gym for children, it’s got a Wi-Fi vegetarian café, it’s got an outdoor play area for children (where they can actually drive cars), it’s got a store, it’s got a library, it’s got a massage center, and it’s got exercise classes.

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INSIGHTS INTO SCHOOLING

Loads of homework, tuitions and cut-throat competition – life for a child is no longer easy. Annapurna Emani, principal of a school in Vizag, shares her thoughts on the current day education system.

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The problems India’s educational system is at an age of cut-throat competition that lacks ‘application’ and focuses more on the quest to get the right ‘scores’. Consequently, the purpose of imparting knowledge to create ‘learned’ adults is being lost. Children are no longer encouraged to use their ability to absorb, think and retain what they have learnt. The answers are spoon-fed and the child memorizes them

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A principal of the Jassver English Medium School in Lawsons Bay Colony, Vizag since 2004, Annapurna Emani is backed by a rich 20-year stint in teaching at Timpany School. Having ‘lived and breathed’ education at close quarters, she shares her views with metromela.com on the present-day education system in India and provides (she modestly hopes is) an insight into what could maybe help in making the life of a student better.

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...f a good principal were ...to need a definition ...then we think Annapurna Emani would fit the bill, and rightly so! She’s the quintessential principal – attired in an ethnic cotton saree, bespectacled, soft-spoken and genteel; with twinkling eyes and a kind smile (makes us want to go back to school again); and an underlying subtle but steely resolve that shows the probability of surfacing as and when the need arises.

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mechanically, because at the end of the day the child has to get good marks in class. The parents (left with no choice) demand and the schools (left with little choice) provide the apparently ‘right’ kind of education that’s driven towards scoring the highest marks. Both are hapless against a socio-economic and political system that remains unmoved; and the poor child is forgotten, lost in this conflict.

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So we need to think of students as ‘children’

Furthermore, a shift towards a change in the educational system can begin at the basic elementary level. Say, for instance, we have these simple examples where little ones are told to ‘write’ sentences pictorially and not repeatedly; and where they are encouraged to ‘experience’ the touch and ‘feel’ the color of a fruit rather than being told to tediously write the word ‘fruit’. In doing this, we would be sowing the seeds for a learning that’s ‘enjoyable’ and not a mundane ‘task’ to be completed. This would go a long way in nurturing healthy minds for a healthy nation.

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first, and then take the healing process a step further. Make ‘lessons’ age-appropriate. As adults, there’s only so much that one can take in, so imagine the plight of a six-year-old child who’s been told to grasp large concepts. Teachers too can try to make learning interesting, by involving students either in live enactments (if it’s a lesson in English) or in a healthy debate (for say a class in History). Whenever feasible ease off the pressure because, alike adults, children are entitled to their moods. So give them that much-needed break in class once in a while.

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Today, children are constantly being bombarded with homework and endless tuition, and in order to face this kind of hammering, they ultimately ‘switch’ off and subconsciously start to lead the life of a zombie. Playtime too is virtually non-existent in their lives, and they end up losing out on a healthy childhood and so much more. Of course, there are exceptions and these, although just a handful, are heartening to see.

It’s a long haul, but there’s a beginning to be made somewhere, and MetroMela hopes that the wheel of relearning has already been set in motion, thanks to Annapurna Emani’s concerted efforts. For a complete review of Jassver School, browse through metromela.com.

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Jassver English

Medium School Lawsons Bay Colony, Vizag – 500017. Tel – 0891-2723717

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS | MYSORE

OLD AND HEALTHY Reams of newsprint and hours of television time have been spent on helping the young stay fit. It’s high time we realize that exercising and staying fit is as much important for those above 50 too.

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....... geing is inevitable. With every birthday that you .........celebrate your physical and mental fitness loses a ..........little agility and sharpness. We at metromela.com, therefore spoke with Bob aka Zahar, a physical trainer at Burn Out, one of the best fitness centers in Mysore, about ways to keep oneself fit in spite of advancing age. According to Bob, the main problems faced by 50-plus people are lack of sleep, weak bones and muscles, heart ailments, arthritis, diabetes, loss of stamina, brain strain, obesity and those related to digestion. Avoid these issues and alleviate your troubles by following these tips from the expert.

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Don’t think that fitness centers are meant only for youngsters to build muscles. They also help older people strengthen their muscles and maintain good physical health. Enroll in a fitness center and do work-out for minimum of 30 minutes so as to strengthen your bones and muscles. A comprehensive work-out at the fitness center will also keep your body mass in check. The equipment best suited for you are the treadmill, back press and hand press. A session of light aerobics also helps. Maintain a strict fitness schedule which includes morning walks, stretching and breathing exercises. If you have access to facilities, then make it a habit to play some sport like tennis, badminton, table tennis etc. Don’t strain your body too much. If you can buy a treadmill, do so to help you keep a check on heart ailments and to strengthen your joint muscles to avoid arthritis. Exercise your brain by solving puzzles or spending quality time reading newspapers. Set apart time for recreational activity to keep yourself stress-free. Practice yoga regularly because it helps you rejuvenate. Have a regular body massage by an expert because the oil used by them will enrich your skin and add an extra glow. Abstain from late nights, alcohol, smoking and drugs. Most importantly, maintain a balanced and healthy diet which can do wonders for your health and fitness.

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PAGES AND PAGES OF FUN Well-lit interiors with couches and chairs for browsers to comfortably read their tomes. That’s Pages in Vizag, a bookstore that’s a haunt for book lovers in the city.

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Impatient to check out the books, we dived into the section on Indian writers. Here we encountered the works of Khushwant Singh, Anita Desai, R K Narayan, Vikram Seth and Arundhati Roy among others. The entire Ramayana series by Ashok Banker (set of five books), the ancient epic retold for a modern audience, caught our eye. They also have three omnibus volumes of the same. The biographies section had an eclectic mix of personalities like Mandela, Protima Bedi, Nehru, Charlie Chaplin, Shahrukh Khan and even Pele. The children’s

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........he ground floor of this .......double-storied store called ...... Pages is a lot like a maze of bookshelves that you may well wish to get lost in. The first floor on the other hand is an explosion of color. Pages is so substantially stocked that MetroMela had to spend the better part of the day just to check out the store and its wares. At the entrance the new arrivals shelf beckons with its attractive new titles and gleaming dust jackets. To the left are glossy imported magazines and to the right are Indian magazines. Pages has a good number of national level magazines and even niche publications.

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section at Pages is amazing; they have divided this largish section into categories like comics, reference (encyclopedias and Tell Me Whys etc.), Youth Fiction (Nancy Drew, Hardy Boys, the Princess Diaries series and a whole lot more), drawing and coloring, activities, puzzles, quiz, story books etc. We liked the biography section for kids which had books on Mother Teresa, Edison, Karl Marx, Dickens etc, all written especially for kids. The fiction shelves, easily numbering the most in the store had authors’ names displayed boldly so that readers could

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Once you’re done with the books, you can check out the CD racks which have normal and MP3 music CDs as well as movie VCDs and DVDs. Their numbers though are limited. Game and educational CDs are stocked in large numbers though. From the Learning Company’s Reader Rabbit series, National Geographic Trivia Trek and Encyclopedia Britannica’s Children’s Encyclopedia to Edurite’s series of ICSE and CBSE syllabi subjects from grade 4 to 12 are available here. Head phones and DVD cleaning spray too can be bought here. Part of the ground floor also has designer perfumes (Armani, Davidoff, and Escada to name a few), Fast Track shades and watches and stationery. Waterman Paris and Parker pens are prominently displayed apart from all the other popular brands

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that are available here. Everything an office could possibly use like folders, files, paper clips of all sizes, Post-its and many more useful things from major brands like Staedtler and Corporate are sold here. The first floor should be off limits for kids because once they go up there they may not want to leave. Cards, toys, board games, glass gift items, junk jewelry, stuffed toys, chimes, chocolates, Tantra T-shirts and mugs fill this space. We must mention that their collection of school bags, pencil boxes and piggy banks is probably the largest that we have

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Apart from these, Pages has an exhaustive collection of books on astrology, gardening, interior decoration, mind, body and spirit, self help books, management, sports, mother and baby care, cookery, food and drinks, history and current affairs, humor and even erotica. Whew!

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easily find specific writers. From the popular pulp fiction of Wilbur Smith and Tom Clancy to finer creations of Umberto Eco and Zadie Smith can be found here. We loved the whodunit shelf crammed with the works of much loved British writers like P D James, Mary Higgins Clark and Agatha Christie. You can rediscover the wonderful old classics of Browning, Henry James and Blake as well as modern cult writings of Emile Zola, Goethe and Ibsen.

seen in the city so far. Artists can also pick up art supplies like easels, different types of paper, brushes, palettes, art books and a huge variety of paints (oil, glass and water) at Pages. The best thing about the place is that the service is discreet but helpful and customers are encouraged to sit down with their favorite book and read for as long as they like. Parking for Pages is on the main road outside the building. Visit it anytime between 9.30 AM and 9.30 PM.

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Get High on Sports If Sports be the religion of our country, we bring you the ultimate place to worship the religion. Introducing Xtreme Sports Bar, featuring Large Screen plasma & LCD Screens, pulsating surround sound and perfect digital clarity. Xtreme Sports Bar is the ultimate heart-stopping,adrenaline-pumping, yell-yourself-hoarse sports viewing experience. The fastest growing chain in Sports Bars, they have gone National with a chain of four. You could be seated or cheering your sports heroes from one of our Bars in Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Bangalore or Gurgaon. That’s not going to be the end of it. We are opening very soon in Mumbai, Delhi, Calcutta, Chennai and Chandigarh very soon. C

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At Xtreme Sports Bar, you shouldn't be surprised to see grown men and women behaving like college grads as they watch extreme sports unfold on the giant screens in front of them. When there's a commercial break, look around and soak in the

ambience. The coasters have smart lines like, “I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I just squandered”. The decor is casual. You could lounge on beanbags in sunny hues or stake your claim to a booth where the tables have insets of cars, bikes and sporty gear. On the food menu, the steaks and salads reign supreme. If you want variety, try the fried calamari, the fajitas or the pasta. The bar menu has a range of shooters, flamers, margaritas or fresh fruit martinis. Xtreme Sports Bar is open from 12 PM to 12 AM and serves Continental, Chinese & Indian Tandoori cuisine. We have an in-house DJ, playing Classic Rock and Retro music. Going with the requests of the customers and the popularity of the event, the sporting commentary is either left on or turned off. What’s good is that it is not too noisy either. You can talk and hear without having to shout above the din. Whatever your sport, round up your gang and come over. Experience the electrifying energy of a packed arena. Get transported into the heart of the action. Spur your heroes to victory at Xtreme. Getting High on Sports or Getting High with friends has never been the same.

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LISTINGS

HYDERABAD

STD CODE - 040

Home Decor Men's Clothing The Loot # 6-3-1111, Shop No. 111, 1st Floor, Lower Ground Floor, Ashoka Metropolitan Mall, #

Babukhan Mall, Somajiguda

6/3/2, Road No. 1, Banjara Hills Tel : 23386244

Tel : 66774849

Decorative candles for all occasions.

Indian and western casual and formal clothing are available

Hotels and Serviced Apartments

here.

Mandava Suites

BlackBerrys

Plot No. 27 & 28, Arunodaya Colony, Madhapur

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Pubs and Clubs

quality infrastructure for

Scarlet

ideal stay.

Plot No. 8-2-293/82/A/71, Road No. 9, Jubilee Hills

# 31, Kaushik Enclave, Road No. 12, Banjara Hills. Tel: 40073470

Flowers and Gifts Abhisiri Corporate

Square, Somajiguda Tel : 23410289, 9948239777

Stylish interiors with

Emensee Suites

Tel : 23114477, 23114488

Shop No. 6-6-885/7, Ground Floor, Saphhire

A concept service villa with services that promise comfort.

Tel : 23425063

Schools Indus International School Survey No. 424 & 425, Kondakal, Shankerpally

Domalguda. Tel : 23225182

For exclusive

Hampshire Plaza

Tel : 08417-302100, 9701064111

# 6-1-79 & 80, Lakdi Ka Pul.

A co-educational international school offering

Tel : 23335555

education from Grade 1 to 12.

A four-star deluxe hotel with

corporate gifts.

100 rooms, pub, gym and restaurants.

Furniture

Diksha Plot No. 9, AP Text

S. B. Sofa Makers & Door Curtains

Kids’ Shopping

Karkhana Tel : 44553144, 9704801802

# 8-2-603/B/34/56, Road No. 10, Zaheer Nagar,

A Waldorf co-educational school following

Jack's Hobby Store

Banjara Hills Tel :

At Shopping Centre, # 3-3-15, RP Road

9391362537

Mainly furniture and curtain makers also dealing in furniture repair.

Book Colony,

Tel : 27813329

Rudolf Steiner's pedagogy.

Doctors and Hospitals

This store has a wide range of radio-

Smile-in Dental Hospital

controlled toys for kids.

Plot No. 1143, Madhu Nivas, 1st Floor, Main Road, Srinagar Colony. Tel : 66736939

Evlas Plot No. 270F,

Back & Neck Clinic

Road No.

# 8-2-684/3/6, Valley View Lane, Road No. 12,

10∏Jubilee Hills

Banjara Hills. Tel : 66733000

Tel : 23546332, 23547618

Offers beauty services like hair coloring, facials, pedicure, manicure etc.

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LISTINGS

CHENNAI

STD CODE - 044

Gyms, Spas and Salons

Accessories Estelle

A Cut Above

# 152, Shop No. 8, Abhirami Mega Mall, Kellys, Purasawalkam High Road, Purasawalkam Tel : 26610909

Brass Tacks

# 329/128, 1st Floor, TTK Road

# 77/13, CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet Tel : 42081767

Avenue Lane, Besant Nagar Sells only white colored bed linen, table

Kids World

# 1/74, East Coast Road, Muttukadu Tel : 27472033, 27472129

Hotels and Serviced Apartments

Chennai Snake Park

# 601, Anna Salai. Tel : 42676000

Doctors and Hospitals Dentistree

The Park The Pride Hotel

Malar Hospital

# 52, 1st Main, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar Tel : 24914023

Electronics and Appliances OHM Computers

G-5, Nakoda Complex, Narasingapuram Street, Ritchie Street Tel : 28587833, 42149089, 42168344 Sells keyboards, motherboards, web cameras, mouse and computer related accessories.

Shop No. 29, City Centre Basement Complex, Purasawalkam High Road, Kilpauk Tel : 9345613311

Men's Clothing Europa # 37A, SBI Complex, Velachery Tel : 42334274

# 216, EVR Periyar Salai, Poonamallee High

# 56, Vignesh Villa, 7th Avenue, Ashok Nagar Tel : 42029494, 9940040033

# 10, Nageswara Road, T Nagar Tel : 42652424, 24343434

linen, bath linen and hand towels.

Raj Bhavan Road, Adyar. Tel : 22353623

Kids’ Shopping Gini & Jony

Tel : 45511991

City Hotspots

MGM Dizzee World

# 11, 2nd Street, Ganapathy Colony, Gopalpuram. Tel : 28352580

Blue

Mint Box Company, # 55/8A,7th

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hair bonding, straightening, massages etc.

Home Decor Linenbox

Offer facials, waxing, threading, bleaching,

Mowbrays Flats, # 282/2, TTK Road, Alwarpet Tel : 42012392, 42012391

# 5, Ground Floor, Maharaja Surya Rao Road, Alwarpet. Tel : 32533001, 32543001

Women's Clothing

Tel : 24996064, 24996045.

Ayush

Mylapore. Tel : 28114700, 28111979

Alternative Medicine

Dr. Batra's

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Radhakrishna Salai,

# 73 & 75, Ace Tower, Ground Floor, RK Salai, Mylapore Tel : 64511097

# 42-49, Ormes Road, Kilpauk Tel : 26448961,

Hotel Savera, # 146,

GKB Opticals

C.S.I. Bains School

Road, Kilpauk. Tel : 43989898

Hasbro Dwaraka Plaza, # 36/1, Nungambakkam High

Yoga and Meditation

Road, Nungambakkam Tel : 23746762, 42034337

Sivananda Yoga

Restaurants

L-12, 26th Street, Anna

Dhabba Express

Nagar. Tel : 26630978

# 9, Cenotaph Road∏Teynampet

Learn Yoga for relaxation,

Tel : 24328211∏24328212

weight loss and fitness.

Vipassana Meditation Centre # 533, Pazhan Thandalam Road, Thirumudivakkam. Tel : 24780953, 24783311

A platter of authentic Punjabi food along with a highway dhaba ambience.

601 The Park, Anna Salai Tel : 42676000,

Schools Anna Adarsh Matriculation School Pubs and Clubs Deep Purple # 5042 A, 9th Main, Shanthi Colony, Anna

# 1/74, MGM Beach Resorts, East Coast Road,

Nagar. Tel : 26268733

Muttukadu. Tel : 27472435, 27472436

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LISTINGS

BANGALORE

STD CODE - 080

Alternative Medicine Ayurvedagram

Hemmandalahalli, Samethanahalli P.O. Whitefield Tel : 65651090, 65651091

Jindal Nature Cure

Jindal NagarTumkur Road Tel : 28374804, 22791615

Doctors and Hospitals Columbia Asia Hospital Kirloskar Business Park Hebbal Tel : 41791000

Elbit

# 22, Cunningham Classic Cunningham Road Tel : 40570100

Koramangala, Bangalore- 560034. Tel : 09391010846

Gyms, Spas and Salons Asian Woman

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Lido Mall, Unit No. 5, First Floor, Swami Vivekanada Road, Trinity Circle, Ulsoor Tel : 40923847 1st Floor, Garuda Mall MG Road Tel : 66641134, 66641135

# 79, 4th Cross, 4th Block, 16th Main Road Koramangala Tel : 25634991

# 327, III Floor, 15 Cross, 2 BlockJayanagar Mobile : 9880141394

City Hotspots Amoeba

Men's Clothing Balance by Rohit Bal

B 22, Leela Galleria, Hotel Leela Palace Airport Road Tel : 41255467, 41255468

# 14, Embassy Classic Vittal Mallya Road Tel : 41121089

Innovative Film City

ClothingBlackBerrys

More Than Paranthas

# 610, 6th Block, 80 Feet Road Koramangala Tel : 41724630, 41724640

Extracurricular Active Canvas

# 343, 10th A Main, 3rd Cross, 1st Block Jayanagar Tel : 41609122

Embassy Intl. Riding School

Hotels and Serviced Apartments Buena Vista

Sivananda Yoga

Bums On The Saddle

# 95/3, Doddanekkundi, KR Puram Marathahalli Ring Road Tel : 25234166

Bare Body Essentials

4th Block Koramangala Tel : 41217848

# 2985, 12th Main, HAL II Stage Indiranagar Tel : 41154031

Malgudi

Tharuhunhe Lake, # 149/2/223, International Airport Road Devanahalli Tel : 28468296

Yoga and Meditation Bhaswati Seal

Kids’ Shopping Apple Of My I

# 31, HM Eleganza Museum Road Tel : 40001234

# 374, Sarjapura Road, 3rd Block Koramangala Tel : 32510725

# 58 Brigade Road Tel : 25553961

Alukkas Jewellery

Restaurants Ada Hind Ki

# 331, 5th Main Road, 1st Block Koramangala Tel : 41122761, 9980470261

Gateway Hotel

# 66 Residency Road Tel : 66604545

Schools Bangalore International

Geddalahalli, Kothanur Post Hennur Bagalur Road Tel : 28465060, 28445852

Indus International School

Billapura Cross Sarjapura Tel : 22895900

Home Decor Atmosphere

# 42 Brigade Road Tel : 25582433

# 24 & 26, Bidadi Industrial EstateBidadi080 66966666

Women's Clothing Prashanti

Pubs and Clubs Guzzlers Inn

Bella Casa

# 2080,38th Cross, East End 'B' Main, 9th Block (East) Jayanagar Tel : 22449595, 9886185951

# 48, Rest House Road Brigade Road Tel : 25587336, 25582138

Angadi Silks

Hypnos

Carmichael House

# 514/39, 46th Cross, 5th Block Jayanagar Tel : 26638034, 26542959

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# 66, Hotel Infantry Court, Gem PlazaInfantry Road080 - 41113364, 41113366

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# 11, Embassy Classic Vittal Mallya Road Tel : 41120820

# 296, Ram Towers, 7th Block, 4th Phase, 100 Feet Ring Road Tel : 26795244, 9945219830 Shop No. 110, Upper Ground Floor, Commercial Street Tel : 41108623

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LISTINGS

PUNE

STD CODE - 020

Accessories Big Baggage

# 56, MG Road, Camp. Tel: 26331552

Gyms, Spas and Salons Chaitanya Health Club

C.T. Pundole & Sons # 262 & 263, MG Road, Camp. Tel: 26343685, 26343687

Club Solaris

WIE Complex, Off. J.M. Road, Shivaji Nagar Tel: 25538817

Hotels and Serviced Apartments Sahara Hotel

Plot No. 6/5, Nal Stop, Erandwane Tel: 25446522

Indian Cure

# 301, Ace Diagnostic Centre, The Greens, North Main Road, Koregaon Park Tel: 64197038, 989087179

City Hotspots 3D Destination Fun C

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Ratna Chintamani Building, Sujay Garden, Mukund Nagar. Tel: 66027777, 66015601

Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

Sun-n-Sand

# 262, Bund Garden Road. Tel: 66013333

# 759/76-5, Unique Kid's Mart Private Limited, Deccan Gymkhana. Tel: 25662291

Men's Clothing Esprit

Chinchwad. Tel: 30717615, 30717500

Shop No. 6 & 7, SGS Mall, Moledina Road Tel: 40065102

KEM Hospital

Sardar Moodliar Road, Rasta Peth Tel: 66037300, 26120526

Mufti

Shop No. 3, Niyoshi Park, # 2, Sanghavi Nagar, Aundh. Tel: 41242298

Extracurricular Decibels Denon DJ Academy B-4, Mantri Manor, Lane No 5, # 344, Sangamwadi, Koregaon Park Ph: 26138305

Pubs and Clubs 1000 Oaks

# 2417, East Street,Camp. Tel: 26343194

Entre Nous

B-1, Liberty Apartments, North Main Road, Koregaon Park. Tel: 26114784

Grand Slam Academy

C/O Nitin Kirtane, Deccan Gymkhana Club, Deccan Gymkhana. Tel: 9823106488 B-32, East Street Galleria, East Street, Camp Tel: 24267047, 9822037144

252 - The Lounge

Hotel Sun n Sand, # 262, Bund Garden Road. Tel: 26167777, 66013333

City International School Aundh. Tel: 25899773, 25899380

Women's Clothing Araliya Bandhej

Ground Floor, ìJayantiî Apartment, Senapati Bapat Road. Tel: 25660790

Yoga and Meditation Kare Ayurvedic Retreat

Misty Valley, Village Gonawadi, Mulshi Lake, Mulshi. Tel: 32933361

Osho Meditation Resort

# 17, Koregaon Park. Tel: 66019999

Art of Living

# 405B, 4th Floor, Citi Centre, Karve Road Tel : 64002463 / 25411821

Home Decor Casa Italia

Shop No. 1/2, Chetna Apartment, # 2423, East Street, Camp. Tel : 26330199, 26334843

Dalan Building-B, Shop No. 4, Clarion Park, DP Road, Aundh. Tel : 25883077 / 25801182

Restaurants All Stir Fry

Gordon House Hotel, E-Square, Ganeshkhind Road. Tel: 66044100

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# 407/408, Senapati Bapat Road Tel: 25653413, 25657372

A6, Shahin Shah Complex, Lane No. 6, Koregaon Park. Tel: 65007535

Kids’ Shopping All for Small

# 91, Supreme Centre, ITI Road, Aundh Tel: 25896647

Doctors and Hospitals Aditya Birla Hospital

Holiday Adventures

Senapati Bapat Road, Shivaji Nagar Tel: 25655405, 25655406

Bonsaii

Satara Road. Tel: 24370747

# 2, Vrindavan Apartments, Lane No. 6, North Main Road, Koregaon Park Tel: 26132710

Schools Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan

# 128, Mayur Colony, Kothrud Tel: 25468780

Alternative Medicine Arogyam

Arthur's Theme

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Elegant Crafts

Shop No. 3, DP Road, Aundh Tel : 40009980

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LISTINGS

VIZAG

STD CODE - 0891

Accessories Hyderabad House

Do-Up Salon

Shop No. 651 to 653, Dwaraka Nagar Main

Peejay Plaza, Siripuram Tel : 6463939,

# 7-8-1/3, 3rd Floor, Varun Towers, Siripuram

Road, Dondaparthy Tel : 2733138

6466969

Tel : 2701232, 9849004657

Mahaveer Jewellers

Spice India

Extracurricular

# 47-10-21/5, Isnar Plaza, Dwarakanagar

# 10-1-11, Waltair Uplands Tel : 6646666,

Learn Tennis Academy

9866646664

# 502B, Brindavan Apartments, Maharanipeta

Tours and Travels

Pubs and Clubs

Tel : 9866074504

Arnav Travels

10 Downing Street

Tel: 2565196

KRM Colony, Seethamadhara Tel : 2713726, 9949332203

Yoga and Meditation Art of Living Narshimanagar Tel : 9849008642

The Yoga Village

Andhra University, Beach Road

Tel : 2566640, 2566625

Women's Clothing

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3rd Floor, Sri Kanya Canopy, Waltair Main Road, Siripuram Tel : 6666776

Chrome Varun Towers, Siripuram Tel : 2529000

# 404, Sharon Gardens, Akkayapalem, C

0891

GKB Opticals

Sandy Lanes Beach Road Tel : 2736997

Men's Clothing Ozone

Nritya Kala Bharati Shri Krishna Vidya Mandir Campus, Dwarakanagar Tel : 2577552

Doctors and Hospitals Apollo Hospitals Waltair Main Road Tel : 2727272

Apoorva Hospital # 50-17-62, Rajendra Nagar, Seethammapeta Tel : 2701258, 2747436

# 10-1-31, Waltair Uplands Tel : 6672898

City Hotspots

The Wardrobe

Indira Gandhi Zoological Park

C-3, Tirumala Arcade, Asilmetta Tel : 2501316

Madhurawada Tel : 2552081

KGH Down Tel : 2565295

Kids’ Shopping

MGM Selvee World

Clothing Creek

Mira Collections

Vuda Park Beach Road Tel : 2720000,

Amber

Siripuram Tel: 9949677749

Schools Bethany School # 10-50-29, Waltair Main Road Tel : 2567722, 2706121

Timpany School CBM Compound Tel : 2755156, 2754601

Restaurants

# 10-50-11/7, Ram Mansion, Waltair Main

2720001

Road Tel : 2550775, 2704247

Music and Movies

Puja's Collections

Jagadamba

# 30-15-78, Main Road, Dabagardens Tel : 2704574

Hotels and Serviced Apartments

Jagadamba Centre, Suryabagh Tel : 2564796

Raj Audio & Video Shop No. 16, VUDA Complex, Siripuram

Palm Beach Hotels and Resorts

Tel : 6664647

Beach Road Tel : 2754026, 2754027

Rhythm House

Grand Bay

Prakasaraopet Junction, Jagadamb.

Oriental Jade

Beach Road Tel : 2560101

Fusion Foods, Siripuram. Tel : 2569555

Gyms, Spas and Salons

Tel : 2721125, 9393900099

Effects First Floor, Varun Towers, Kasturba Marg, Siripuram Tel : 2701232

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MYSORE

STD CODE - 0821

Accessories Aravind Optical

Flames

Restaurants Brewz

# 26, 1st Main, Paramahamsa Road,

Hotel President, # 2723, Bangalore Nilgiri

Yadavagiri. Tel : 2514976, 9845271051

Road. Tel : 2425111

Bhima & Brothers Jewellers

Gyms, Spas and Salons

# 96, 1st Floor, Devaraj Urs Road, Devaraja

Edelweiss Austrian

Xlent Beauty Parlour

# 281, KR Hospital Road, Dhanvanthri Road Tel : 2447275/9351, MG Road. Tel: 2360808

Mohalla. Tel : 2428451, 2429838

Alternative Medicine Amrutha Ayurvedalaya # 2014, Dhanvanthri Road, Devaraja Mohalla.

Synergy Wellness # 59, Stone Building, 8th Main,

Post Box No. 3, Lalithadripura, Ittigegud

Hotel Dasaprakash SP Road, Gandhi Square. Tel : 2442444 / 55

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Lalitha Mahal Palace

Survey No. 39, Lalawadi Gate, Manandawady

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Hotels and Serviced Apartments

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# 100, Devaraj Urs Road. Tel : 2424170

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Bafna's Men's Avenue

Tel : 2568888, 2566666

Basappa Memorial Hospital # 22B, Vinoba Road, Jayalakshmipuram

# 16, Devaraj Urs Road. Tel : 2417407

Benzer Fashions # 40, Devaraj Mohalla, Devaraj Urs Road Tel : 2525307

Women's Clothing Anjali Creations # 186, Old Bank Road. Tel : 2429239

# 93, Devaraj Urs Road. Tel : 2422998

Yoga and Meditation #110, 2 Main, 4th Stage, TK Layout Tel : 2341573

Ashtanga Yoga # 235, 3rd Stage, 8th Cross, Gokulam Tel : 2516756

Home Decor Karnataka Silks Handicrafts Road. Tel : 4260258

Purple Haze

Extracurricular

2nd Stage, Vijayanagar. Tel : 4004091,

Anthony Smith

Lounge Bar

Tel : 9448739020

Tel : 08236-290340

# 2941, Five Light Circle, Bangalore Nilgiri

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Tel : 2512401, 2414471

# 982, 10th Cross, 7th Main, Vijayanagar

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Art of Living

Big Bus

Men's Clothing

Adhichunchanagiri Road, Kuvempunagar

De Paul International

Badsha's Saibeen Silks

Baby in Arms

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Apollo BGS Hospital

CA14, 1st Stage, Vijayanagar. Tel : 2412141

# 13-14, Hotel Regaalis, Vinoba Road Tel : 2426426, 2427427

Gm Lites # 182/2Road Old Bank Road. Tel : 4288769

Chopda's 299 # 1150, Mazanine Floor, Girnar Plaza, Narayan Shastry Road, KR Mohalla Tel : 2425299

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Hidesign

# 6/63, Jew Town, Mattancherry, Tel: 2211087

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Amrita Ayurveda Layam Road, Tripunithura. Tel: 2778924, 2778925

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City Hotspots Bolgatty Palace

Mulavukadu. Tel: 2750003/2750500 C

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Doctors and Hospitals Amrita Institute

Amrita Lane, Elamakkara Post. Tel: 2801234 / 2804321

Cochin Hospital

M.G. Road, Pallimukku Tel: 2378980/2378981

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Padmasree, Surabhi Enclave SA Road Tel: 2313791 / 2312254

Cochin Waves

Janatha Junction Palarivattam. Tel: 2348945

Flowers and Gifts Cottage Industries

# 4/1394, Bazar Road, Mattancherry Tel: 2229436 / 2226656

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# VI/141, Jew Town. Tel: 2223346/2227652

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Home Decor Euphoria Arts Emporium

CC/VII/32, Jew Town, Mattancherry Tel: 2221427 / 9895205411

Hotels and Serviced Apartments Taj Malabar Willingdon Island Tel: 2666811/2668010

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Marine Drive Tel: 2371471

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1st Floor, Blue Bell Square, Statue Junction Tripunithura. Tel: 2785595

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Pipeline Junction, Thrikkakara. Tel: 2575198/2575086

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Ward III, Puthencruz P. O. Velloorkkara Tel: 3217225 / 2806176

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Hospital Road Junction. Tel: 4081111

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Sheetal Building, Thoppumpady Tel: 3052535

Yoga and Meditation Art of Living

# 40/978, Ground Floor, MG Road Tel: 4027713

VVK Cochin Information Centre, Abhivridhi, 2nd Floor, Durbar Hall. Tel : 2545255 / 2383738

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Rajaji Road Junction, MG Road. Tel: 2367665

Changampuzha Samadhi Road, Edappally Tel : 2330009

Koutons Bay Pride Mall, Marine Drive. Tel: 4025612

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# 2/530A, Ground Floor, Grace Tourist House Fort Cochin. Tel 6456566

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GCDA Complex, Kaloor. Tel : 2345605 / 2346998

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# 35/65A, Thadikaran Centre, Palarivattam Tel : 2334274 / 2332497

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THERE IS A NEED TO EDUCATE THEIR WILL, HELP THEM LEARN FOR LIFE AND FOCUS ON DEVELOPING ALL 8 FORMS OF INTELLIGENCE ( LOGICAL-MATHEMATICAL, VERBAL-LINGUISTIC, VISUAL-SPATIAL, BODILY-KINESTHETIC, INTRAPERSONAL, INTERPERSONAL, MUSICAL AND NATURALISTIC ) IN THEM.

B E C AU S E , E V E RY C H I L D I S I N N AT E LY G I F T E D At Diksha – A Waldorf School, we follow Rudolf Steiner’s pedagogy which balances academic, artistic and practical elements, educating the whole child: Head, Heart and Hands. At Diksha, learning is interdisciplinary, integrates practical, artistic, and intellectual elements, and is coordinated with “natural rhythms of everyday life”. At Diksha, teachers focus on developing each dimension of a child’s personality which leads to un-inhibited growth of the child and ensures each child fully utilizes his/her latent potential. Thereby, nurturing each child’s individual personality and facilitating them to meet their bright and unique destiny.

The approach has been termed "the most complete articulation of an evolutionary developmental K-12 curriculum and creative teaching methodology".

Diksha A Waldorf School

Admissions now open from Nurser y to Grade VIII. Hyderabad Office : Plot No : 9, A.P. Text Book Colony, Kharkhana, Secunderabad - 500 009, Phone : 040-44553144 , 09704801802