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TELL ALL
COLOUR NEXT
With ColourNext 2016, Asian Paints once again presents four defining trends for interior
decor with corresponding palettes which will reflect the mood of the coming year.
What has inspired the looks 1. Rekindle: Colours inspired from Internet, people do not want to stay
this year and how have you natural dyes which brings in deep confined to just one space or idea.
arrived at the trends? rooted connections. They want to be a part of multiple
We do an in-depth visual and secondary groups, so as to pursue various
research followed by multiple interactions 2. Flock: Analogous colous scheme passions at the same time. They do
with experts from various industries to identify that brings in harmony to the palette. fit into one slot and whenever the
the socio-economic changes around us in need arises, they seamlessly move
India which spans over a period of 6 to 8 3. Age of Creators: New age on or flock to another group. This
months and is conducted in 12 to 15 cities primary colous that shake the mundane. collection speaks about zones that
across the country. seamlessly merge and have no sharp
We spend a lot of time interacting with 4. Explorer: The palette which brings lines demarcating specific spaces.
people in various design fields, and this does in the beauty of impermanence. Colour Palette Includes Pastels,
not just include architecture and interiors, fusing into each other with no sharp
because trends spread over all aspects Tell me more about your first contrasts.
of design and are not restricted to single story; Rekindle. Materials Plastics and Polymers.
specialization. In a world that is obsessed with
These socio- economic changes reflect on innovation and new ideas, some people Your third story is about
the lifestyles of people and go on to influence have always sought the original. Today, the age of creators.
the dcor people choose. Based on the it is not hard to find more and more What are its special features?
research findings and insights during various people driven by that unwavering quest All the worlds a stage and all the
interaction throughout the process, we arrive for classic where objects, experiences world, an audience. Technology
at the most dominating trends which then and spaces awaken a deeper emotion. has broken down the hierarchy of
define the colours and decor for the year. This is the story behind Rekindle. communication. Anyone who wants to
That is how we find trends for the year. Each tell a story, can. Whether it is in 140
year, we forecast 4-5 trends with their supporting What is the colour Palette characters or in a photograph, a film
palettes. The palette comprises of Colours, for this story? or in spoken word, we can reach out
Material, Finishes and Textures. This not only Drawn from the living world to the world like never before.
helps architects and designers understand the around us, natural dyes like Indigo and This is the era of the creative
trends and its subtleties but works as inspiration Manjishtha form a part of this palette individual. The world is aligning to
for their designs for the year. along with materials like seasoned the creative, celebrating the unique
wood, copper and terracotta. with all its eccentricity. And, the
Could you tell us more creative is breaking stereotypes
about the colour schemes Whats Flock about? And offbeat is the new normal, and normal
for the year 2016 and the the colour palette to go the new cool.
background behind each of these with it? Colour Palette Includes Bold
stories? Our second story, Flock, is about and Bright Colours
This year we have come up with four varied bringing together different ideas. We Materials Anodized Aluminium,
stories that are slated to influence the design find that in todays world, thanks to Corian, High quality Plastic, Exposed
world. technology and the exposure to the Concrete
Tell us more about Explorer, your
fourth story.
The contemporary urban Indian is
breaking the mould. (S)he is shaking off years
of conditioning that equated growing up with
settling down. With more people leaving home
to find their feet, and the financial independence
that an open economy has enabled, this
generation is looking beyond the conventional
definitions of success. How much they earn isnt
as important as where they have been. And,
what they have experienced is more important
than what they have seen.
They are explorers, journeying forth. They see the
world through a kaleidoscope of experiences,
each one intensely lived and deeply observed,
moulding their story. Life is a carousel of
wonders, every turn unearths a new facet.
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BRAVEHEART
Lisa Ray tells us how we should
all become the CEOs of
our health
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Get The Love Actually What Successful How Do I Know If I Eat, Drink & Shrink
Glow Six couples share Women Do Am At Risk Of A Chef Kunal Kapur
Beauty shortcuts their stories from Take cues from the Heart Attack? gives tips on making
to get radiant skin in being strangers to best in the business All the answers you calorie-conscious
your 20s, 30s life partners for a complete need to know refreshments
and 40s work-life balance
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from our desk
CARPE DIEM
GH WEEKEND 2016
ome
Every afternoon We should all bec wn
o
the CEOs of our
when my son gets health: Lisa Ra
y
back home from (pg 48)
school, I get a
phone call.
SOME DAYS MY 11-YEAR-OLD HAS A STORY TO TELL ME ABOUT
HOW HE DEALT WITH A BULLY, some days it is to share a new discovery
they made in class, often times it is an update on Star Wars, and once in a pg 56
while, a demand for the latest candy, game or a light saber.
Each day at work, I await this call. I look forward to hearing my childs Whatever you do in
voice and be enveloped in that warm feeling only he can bring. I savour life, do it to express
these moments knowing that soon hes going to be a teen and find more yourself rather than
interesting people to chat with after school. Hes already threatening me impress anyone - Meher
with Tweenage rebellion, but my son has taught me an important lesson: Pudumjee, chairperson,
Carpe Diem. Seize the moment. Thermax (What
In my long years of working for newspapers and magazines, I am only now
Successful Women Do,
getting a hang of how one does it. When the people in your life are growing If you dont pg 78
up, growing older, have been moving on, moving away. In times of change. know how to
That is when the biggest life lessons are learnt.
pick stocks,
For you, dear readers, the change in Good Housekeeping may seem invest in
somewhat like that. You have perhaps grown up with us, laughed and
celebrated, felt inspired and moved by our stories. It is now time to move
mutual funds
ahead, with us, and seize the moment, once again. Kalpana
Weve tried to pack this issue with ideas to make you more successful at Morparia
work and at home; so you can let in the sunshine, have fun with your kids, (pg 81)
spend memorable moments with your partner, wow your guests and build
a beautiful life. Our team has worked hard to create a smarter format. Weve
had fun in the process, and we hope you will too. Tell us what you think,
send us your ideas, thoughts, the bouquets and the brickbats. Were eager to
hear. And a very happy Womens Day to all you lovely ladies!
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YOUR LETTERS Flab To Fab KNOW AND CURE
The January 2016 issue of GH was
I was totally shattered when
fabulous as usual, with an interesting mix
I read Lily's story about how
of articles. This year, my resolution was to
lose weight, so the feature "Diets she found her voice. I'm a
Decoded" really inspired me. I learnt grandmother of two cute
many new things which I had never heard angels, aged 9 years and
of. Today, I stick to a simple diet of less 7 years. The younger one is a
salt, less sugar, less oil and consisting of wonderful child who chats
nutrient-rich foods. I also follow a regular away with her family. She
workout regime amounting to at least half keeps mum as soon as she
an hour of exercise. Thanks GH. steps foot outside the house.
Reshama Kazi, Pune We thought of as her shy and
introvert but we never
thought that it could be a
disorder. But now we have to
do our research and study
very well so that she can lead
a comfortable life. We've
planned to meet her teach-
ers, her friends to know her
TURN OFF THAT behaviour. And if something
is wrong, we'll take immedi-
PHONE ate action and help. I thank
Though Turn Off That Email App
was just a small piece of news in the you GH for publishing a story
February 2016 issue, it carried a lot on such rare disorder that
of weight as I have experienced this seems to be very normal and
first-hand about 15 days back. Since
everything in life comes at a price,
by virtue of holding a senior
Be Drink Safe
I read the feature Drink Pure, Eat Pure
by the time we get to know
about it, it is difficult to cure.
position in the Government of India, at a very apt time, when I was thinking of Poonam Bansal, Gurgaon
I am bound to remain connected sharing my nightmarish experience in
with the entire country through Gujarat, with team GH. Since we were
email and social media, which
travellers, we just opted for the best-
brings unwanted, undesirable but
unavoidable stress. However,
looking restaurant to eat at. The menu
I experienced the ultimate bliss of card boasted of delicacies at exorbitant
life recently when I holidayed with prices. Nursing the typical Indian
my family in the Andaman Islands mentality of If its expensive, it ought to
for 10 days. There was no Internet be good, we had our meals and ended up
coverage and after four decades, with an acute form of diarrhea. Since it
I once again experienced the joy of seemed extremely strange in view of the
a clear blue sky, blue sea and a quality of the restaurant, we played back
beautiful sunset. I was so de- the sequence of events to reach to the
stressed there that the poet in me
root-cause of the ailment and it turned
also woke up after years and I wrote
something new. I suggest
out to be the water. I have come to the
everybody give technology a break conclusion that if we can spend
from time to time, and spend time thousands of rupees on food, it is
with your family in natural necessary to spend an extra few on clean
surroundings. potable water too!
Rajneesh Batra, Delhi Anju Khetarpal, Ghaziabad
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Confidence Booster
First of all, my best wishes to Manjira Dutta for her future endeavors. I have
admired her charming picture on the Editors Letter page. GH has always been
inspiring and I have always tried to gather more courage and positivity from
each issue. I am a working mother of two children but have never really felt
satisfied in what I do as a profession. Its only because of financial stability that
I stick with it. So after reading so many success stories in GH, this Christmas I
decided to take a risk. I decided to do something I love. I took an order to bake
a 15kg Christmas cake. I cant tell you how nervous I was. But it was a big
success and led to many subsequent orders. More than the monetary gain, the
Made For Love satisfaction and the sense of achievement it gave me will go a long way in
making me a more confident and satisfied person. I would like to thank you for
While going through your
being a constant source of inspiration and motivation.
Valentines Special issue and
Deepti Gupta Devikar, Gurgaon
with all the hype around the
day and gifts that are shared, it
made me thoughtful whether FLOWER POWER PACKED WITH
my husband who doesnt The Valentine-special issue of Good
believe in all this hype, will
FANTASTIC IDEAS
Housekeeping was superb. The floral GH has carved a niche in the areas
even remember this day. My trends focussed in 'Your Home' section of home, health and happiness.
husband has always been a were truly magnificent. It is amazing how The USP of the magazine is that it
very practical person who nature can inspire designs. While nature provides sustainable and eco-
doesnt indulge in mushy rejuvenates our senses when we are out in friendly home solutions. Today
things, but he has been my the woods, it inspires us to create lovely city homes have undergone a
rock, and a great support. A nooks and corners within our living spaces radical transformation. The
as well. Why can't we paint the walls of our wonderful International and
few days back, when he was
cities and towns in these gorgeous floral Indian home ideas featured in GH
out of town, we were
hues. Not only do they appear pleasing to really help us upgrade our homes.
exchanging the usual morning our eyes, they will also act as a stress-buster
greetings over Whatsapp, and Thank you for your guidance, as it
amidst the crazy traffic. Hope our urban helped me revamp my home for
he simply said, Its difficult to planners and municipal corporations read Valentines Day a great surprise
believe that there was a life your magazine and take a cue. for my husband.
without you. Just a simple Srinath H. R., Bengaluru Neeru Agarwal, Delhi
sentence but it touched my
heart, given the fact that we
had an arranged marriage and
celebrated our 14th anniversary
recently. Sometimes gestures
or words mean a lot, may be
more than the gifts. I now
believe any day can be
Valentines Day!
Ritwika Roy Mutsuddi, Mumbai
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Fresh Look
Congratulations to the editorial team of Good Housekeeping for a new, refreshed
GH. The feature titled The Power Of Awe was very informative, easy-to-read and
extremely helpful. In fact, I consider it as a source of wisdom and common sense,
which, in the long run, will help us lead a better life. As always, I love to read and
follow the house section in the magazine which is full of appealing dcor ideas, tips
and colour trends. Great new look! Beena Mathur, Pune
march 2016 G H 19
Meet some of the faces behind this months stories
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YO U R ST Y L E beauty news
WE TRIED
LIP SERVICE
During transitional weather, Just like probiotics help your
chapped lips can be a huge let digestive system, they help your
down. So, heres a mini-guide
skin too! According to the Journal
to lip balms. Try these...
of Clinical Microbiology, skincare
products infused with probiotics
can help soothe skin redness,
irritation and stubborn acne. So,
the science is the same as its
gourmet counterpart: they help
FOR INSTANT MOISTURE: keep out bad bacteria in the skin
Lotus Strawberry Lip Balm, `125;
Suitable for all skin types: the and lock the good in. And beauty
strawberry extract (a natural and skincare brands have come
antioxidant) helps give your pout a
soft, supple and healthy look. out with topical creams to assist
in just that.
HARAD
S
ASK DR
STAY
Dr Jaishree Sharad
SAFE
Dermatologist and
Author #LabelSmarts
Found in colour cosmetics such as lipsticks,
WHAT: LEAD eyeliners, and eye shadows. Even though it
can seem harmless, over time cumulative
application is a problem. Lead is a neurotoxin
I have dry and ne hair. I and excessive exposure can cause
developmental and reproductive issues and
like to colour it often and
is harmful to pregnant women and growing
experiment with different children. Look for lead acetate on labels, but
treatments. Whats the best be wary as its mostly unlabelled especially if
way to increase volume and the content is beyond permissible levels. If
prevent long-term damage? youre not too sure about what youre using,
reserve your product for special occasions
Hair being your crowning glory,
and advise young girls to avoid using
you wouldnt want it to be frizzy and
lipsticks till theyre older.
scanty. So start taking preventive
measures. Ideally, experimenting
too often with your hair is not a
good idea. You will end up with
brittle hair and weak roots over
a period of time. However, if you Beauty Hack
still want to carry on, make sure
you have a high protein diet to
strengthen your hair so it can EYEBROW
withstand the onslaught of chemical
treatments. You could take 5mg of
biotin everyday. Take supplements
QUICK FIX
of iron and vitamin D3 if you are
deficient in them. Use shampoos
and conditioners meant for colour
treated hair. Use serums containing
peptides Capixyl, aminexil, which
will help strengthen hair and
prevent dryness and frizz. You
may apply egg and aloe vera
on your hair for 10 minutes and
rinse. They are good conditioners.
Warm coconut oil is also a natural
conditioning agent for hair.
Just like highlights give your hair dimension
Photographs: SHUTTERSTOCK/INDIAPICTURE
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h 2016
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GET THE GLOW
Photograph: SHUTTERSTOCK/INDIAPICTURE
EMBRACE VITAMIN C
This potent antioxidant improves skin texture, wards off pigmentation,
protects against oxidative damage caused by the suns rays, and of course,
imparts a glow that will make your heart sing. Vitamin C works better
topically for the skin than it does orally, says Dr Kiran Lohia, a Delhi-based
dermatologist. Moreover, to see the results you must use a product that
has at least 10% of the vitamin, she adds. Apply it during the day,
underneath your sunscreen, suggests Shetty.
Try these: Dr Reddys Strea C10 capsules (`1,400 approx); or Kiehls
Powerful Strength Line Reducing Concentrate (`4,500).
IF YOURE IN YOUR
Now this is a big decade. Big roles at work, bigger
responsibilities at home, and on top of that, ghastly pollution
your skin has a lot to handle. The casualty? Radiance, of
course! The solution...
HYDRATE, HYDRATE, HYDRATE sunscreen, cautions Shetty. Retinol makes
You must feed your skin, especially at the skin sensitive and vulnerable to the sun,
night, says Shetty. Find moisturizers with so not wearing sunscreen isnt an option,
skin brightening and anti-ageing ingredients she adds.
like kojic acid, niacinamide, vitamin E and C, Try these: Ranbaxy Yugard Cream, which
she adds. features retinol in a cream base (`985); Dr
Try these: Olay Total Effects 7 in One Anti- Dennis Gross Skincare Ferulic Acid + Retinol
Ageing Night Cream (`749); Dermalogica Brightening Solution (`6,780).
PowerBright TRX Pure Night moisturizer
USE UNDER-EYE CREAMS
(`7,295), both of which have niacinamide.
Ideally you should start using an under-eye
CORRECT WITH RETINOL cream in your late 20s, says Lohia. Choose
This vitamin A derivative increases one which is big on moisture, adds Shetty.
cell-turnover which means buh-bye fine Try these: Kaya Brightening and Firming
lines, dullness, and hello youthful glow. Lohia Eye Cream (`990) it combines peptides with
suggests using a retinol preparation with hyaluronic acid; Clinique Smart Custom-
ferulic acid - an antioxidant found in plants. Repair Eye Treatment (`3,500) which
If youre using retinol, you cant skip brightens with vitamin C and fruit extracts.
IF YOURE IN YOUR
That skincare Rx from
40s to do the job.
Try these: Forest Essentials Delicate
when you were in your 30s
Facial Cleanser Purifying Soya Milk
its time to amp it up. (`895); The Body Shop Moisture
Oestrogen in the body White Shiso Cleansing Oil, (`1,095).
drops considerably in this
MAKE ROOM FOR A MOISTURE
decade, which has a direct SURGE IN YOUR REGIMEN
impact on your skins Before you roll your eyes, remember
moisture levels, explains this: Hydration is key to glowing skin.
Lohia. Low moisture equals Which is why, Lohia suggests using
no glow. So... rosehip oil along with your usual
line-up at night. Rosehip oil creates
THROW OUT DRYING a barrier on your skin, thus ensuring
SKINCARE PRODUCTS moisture does not escape, she says.
Youve got to be gentle with your Bonus: Its also rich in essential fatty
skin. So no more foaming cleansers acids that keep the skin hydrated
or washing your face four to five and plump.
times a day, says Lohia. Just Try these: Life-Flo Pure Rosehip
washing twice is enough, and you Seed Oil (`390); Natio Ageless
must only trust a cleansing oil or milk Rosehip Oil (`1,190).
Include HA in your skins diet. Its safe, suits all skin types and helps moisturize, says Shetty. Naturally occurring in the
BUZZWORD: skin and joints, it binds moisture together. However, as we age HA levels diminish, compromising skins elasticity. Go for
HYALURONIC
ACID (HA) a stand-alone HA serum, or for combination of retinol and HA, says Lohia. Try these: Vichy Liftactiv Retinol HA Total
Wrinkle Renovating Procedure Care (`1,990); Cosmedica Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum (`2,000).
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YO U R ST Y L E fashion news
BEDAZZLE
YOUR OUTFIT
Brooches are very popular
in India, they often find
a place on our lehengas
or saris. This accessory
has also made its way to
strappy dresses, jackets
and wedding gowns. Pair
a bold piece with a simple
shirt or a summer dress to
Indigo cotton kurta, Nigarish at Jaypore.com, `4,500 lift the outfit. (Clockwise)
1. Dragonfly Brooch,
Indigo cotton trousers, Indian Roots, `3,350
Tifany Enchant, price on
request. 2. Estoc Brooch,
Prerto, `4,300.
3. Hummingbird brooch,
Heirlooms Ever Af After,
`16,564.
Indigo dyeing has made a comeback this season, in the form of
shirts, denims and even shoes. Not only is this trend eco-friendly but
its revival brings with it the ruggedness seen in the latest Denim &
Supply Ralph Lauren campaign featuring Ruby Rose. The techniques
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black top for a comfortable day out. Cotton World, 11:11, Fabindia, BOLD IS
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GEOMETRY
IS FUN
SPOTTED Mathematics
makes an entry into
the fashion industry
with geometrical shapes
that have inspired
minimalist jewellery. Be
Blogging in India is proving to be a great it triangles, circles, linear
platform for sartorialists to make a foray lines or even the layered,
into the industry. We bring you one feminine neckpieces,
blogger that caught our attention. delicate midi rings or
even elaborate statement
Shivani Patil, who goes under the name,
neckpieces! Its a
The F-Drug. She is based out of Mumbai simple
imple w way to add to your
and has over 66,000 followers on wardrobe without
doing too much!
Instagram. In this post, she is wearing a coat
(Top to bottom)
by Dorothy Perkins (via Jabong) in the 1. Tassel
Pantone colour of the year Rose Quartz, pendant,
Forever 21, `739;
and a grey top and light blue jeans from
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MY PERSONAL STYLE IS VERY CHIC AND CLEAN. I LIKE IT WHEN MY OUTFIT Necklace,
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M
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something that will take your look up a notch. One thing needs to draw the
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makeup minimal and vice versa. Im wearing a blush pink coat because
layering with different coats is the best way to look stylish and keep warm
at the same time!
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Trainers have walked
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ON
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GOWhen it comes to
your everyday-wear,
comfort trumps all. It
is now all about
COMFORT taking what you are
wearing from studio
GLAM to street and vice
Pair printed high
waisted culottes with versa! Whether you
crisp cut sleeve white
turtle neck. And then
are on school duty, a
throw on a hoodie for business meeting,
some comfort. If
youre too lazy to
running the errands
change for an evening or out for drinks,
do, just put on a pair
of strappy heels and
performance - wear
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com, `798; Culottes,
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Block Heels, Vanilla
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Bracelets, Koovs.com,
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Colors of Benetton,
Stylists own.
YO U R ST Y L E fashion files
UTILITARIAN
CHIC
Layer a military green
jacket with a grey
jumper and black
tights. Throw on a
bright pop coloured
sling bag. Take the
look from a day outing
at the farmers market
to a spin cycle class.
on a hectic
day, take
this look
from the gym
to grocery
shopping
or to run
errands.
GAME
ON
Don this look to
channel your inner
supermodel. Keep
your top layered
in grey scale and pair
with baby blue
cropped joggers.
Complete the look
with a brown leather
backpack and
plimpsolls.
Ganji, Superdry,
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Belle at Koovs.com,
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YO U R ST Y L E fashion files
NEUTRAL
SET TINGS
Heading out for a
lunch meeting? Tame
a nautical stripped
gym ganji and a royal
blue jersey skirt with a
camel-toned gilet.
CHECK MATE
This outfit is a must-
have wardrobe staple
for when you take a
vacation. The classic
white and black are
perfect for day
sightseeing. And then
throw on a bomber
jacket in the evening.
Athleisure
is all about
taking
your
athlectic
wear from
the gym to
leisure.
BACK
TO BLACK
Last minute plans?
Throw on a mesh skirt
with your jumper and
a pair of high top
sneakers. Keep a
leather envelope
clutch in your car for
such eleventh hour
appointments. Add a
long gold charm to
complete the look.
Sweatshirt, United
Colors of Benetton at
Lifestyle, `3,299; Skirt,
Rohit Gandhi + Rahul
Khanna, price upon
request; Ring, Fayon at
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A
s Lisa begins glamming up for her then unlimited offers from the massive, glitzy
shoot, she shares the latest news world of cinema. But, her film choices have been
that has buzzed on her phone: a far cry from the traditional 90s theatrical song
The Goa Legislative Assembly and dance routines. I first came to India in the
declares reclassification of coconut 90s, and films back then werent very aspirational,
trees as a plant. Its also the day when an already she shares. Although it worked for a lot of people,
dead Bryde whale washes up the Juhu shore and it just didnt work for her. What we have today on
we have an exceptionally clear birds-eye view the other hand is a completely new phenomenon
of it. We discuss it for a while, the importance where boys and girls come prepared and aim to
of conserving nature and how humans are want to be a part of Bollywood. Even the content
mindlessly destroying it. We also talk about her and subjects of film and film-making is changing,
ongoing battle with blood cancer and how she she adds. The theatrical nature of the Indian film
isnt a slave to the diagnosis. By self-care and industry then, led her to say no more often than
treatment shes eradicated those odds that were yes. Nothing about me is mainstream, even when Clothes Courtesy: White dress, The Label Life; Accessories, Pookari.com
stacked up against her. She also happens to be in other people wanted to slot me in that category I
the middle of promotions for her latest movie Ishq didnt see myself fit in there, she shares. I dont
Forever. That sets the tone for the day - how its have any agenda, I dont control things but every
important to conserve what we have, take control choice I have made has been instinctive.
and harness our own power. And that is exactly The first Hindi film I said yes to was Kasoor,
how Lisas lived her life - shes taken charge, kept and that sort of set the tone for my career. It was an
it real and is unfazed by the craziness of all the extremely unconventional film at the time.
things her career brought on. She says so herself: And the story line was much ahead of its time,
theres a big life beyond films and all that goes she shares. The film did well and more offers
with it. started pouring her way, but destiny had other
things planned for her. After a point I felt that I
On living unconventionally was suffocating in Mumbai, because I became a
She quite literally stumbled into acting and her victim of my own brand (though we never spoke
career is a case of complete serendipity. Her story of it then). There were two choices, either be a
is what dreams are made of: Being spotted and commercial heroine or a glam doll. None of which
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Photographs by Avinash Gowariker;
Sourcing & Styling by Aakanksha Agarwal;
Makeup and Hair by Meghna Bhutani
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Ive been instinctive...I wanted to
do certain things at certain phases of my
life because they made sense to me then.
she was in her own personal life and now and then. And she also happens
couldnt relate to and she decided to to be the brand ambassador of Insight
leave. So, the way I describe my life Vacations, a luxury travel portal for
is that it is very split screen: Every which she travels frequently. She
time my public persona has been was also shooting for two films and
doing one thing, privately the reality doing work for her Cancer awareness
has been the complete opposite, HDFC advertisement. For me this
she adds. year is going to be about dedicating
Circumstances in my life later it to myself. I have seen a lot of my
brought me back to India. But that friends who are really strong women
back-and-forth wasnt just about the but feel pressurised to be something
career, she says pointing out that that theyre not, says Lisa. We need
there is a life beyond that. In the 90s to be true to ourselves in every
people perceived me as someone way possible and drown out the
who was glamorous and sexy, at the judgement and pressure that we get
same time I was not-so-secretly but from different aspects of society, and
privately in my apartment, reading follow our hearts, she says adding.
books for six months and taking In todays world, that in itself is the
off to long retreats, she adds. The biggest act of rebellion.
unconventional route, although not We as women are constantly
deliberate, has been what she wanted: made to feel that we are less, not
I have been very instinctive in my good enough, you have to look a
life, I wanted to do certain things at certain way, have to be a supermom,
certain phases of my life because make enough money, the list goes
they made sense to me and today on and on. The solution: We have
when I look back they might not be to stop! According to her, all the
what I choose today but at that point, answers are right in front of us in the
I know I made those choices from form of ancient holistic practices. I
my heart. Now, for the first time, all have been a yoga practitioner for the
the different fragments have come longest time and there are so many
together. of the old wisdom practices and
traditions that have been embraced
On tuning out the by the West, she says. All these
white noise things work because it provides
Last year I was all over the map, so a balance in peoples lives. The
much so that I took a month off! she main thing to remember is to move
says. Lisa shuttles between Hong towards harmony and peace in our
Her family: Lisa with her husband; On
her wedding day; As a child; With her Kong where her husband, Jason lives and anything that interferes
mother; With her father. Dehni works, Mumbai for work and with that, there are techniques to
Canada where she does appearances deal with and theyre right here and
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they come from this land! she adds. I
work with so many young girls, and all
you girls are so burnt-out! Your lives are
stressful! I mean, so is everyone elses.
Not like mine isnt, but I have worked
really hard to find that balance and I
made that my priority, she explains.
But to achieve that, you must listen to
yourself, your body, and your mind and
psyche - all of those together will give
you the signs.
On self-love
Lisa is super vocal about advocating
self-care. As women, we tend to put
ourselves last. So I want to bring up
the concept of selfishness, in terms of
putting your well-being and self-care
first, because sometimes people think
that thats a bad thing, she shares. If
you cant help yourself, how will you
help others? So if you expand this idea,
and help yourself, make yourself feel
good, the effects will be felt within the
people you love, your family especially.
Youll become a better mother or a
better wife, a better friend, and a better
co-worker. So thats number one, she
says. Where do you begin? Just start
by taking out 30 minutes a day for
yourself and figure out what makes you
happy go out for coffee, exercise, or
start new hobbies, she shares. There
are so many ways, for me it was being
in nature which was both healing
and therapeutic, she adds. I now call
myself the CEO of SLA which is Save
Lisas Ass, basically. And we should
all become CEOs of our health! she
says. The point is that in todays
world, theres a lot of information out
there, and we all have the ability to
empower ourselves and find the right
information - exercise, eat right, and I now see things through the lens
maintain a work-life balance but
of health, which I didnt do earlier
Clothes: Blue dress, Nachiket Barve; Earrings, Aquamarine
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QUICK TAKES
A PIECE OF ADVICE FOR HER
YOUNGER YOURSELF
It would be very simple, just
enjoy the ride. Dont stress out
and you look great!
A QUICK-FIX BEAUTY
SOLUTION YOU COUNT ON...
Coconut oil! It does wonders.
YOUR BIGGEST FEAR (L-R): Lisa at an event; a still from her first film Kasoor with Aftab Shivdasani; another still from
Water with actor John Abraham; Lisa at the promotion of her latest film, Ishq Forever.
Getting cynical, or numb. I
dont want to be numb, I see a
lot of that.
wearing themselves out I just want to from the wards. One woman travelled
THE TAKE-AWAY FROM HER say STOP THAT, or just make them stop all the way from Bangladesh, one
and tell them to go get a massage or take from rural Maharasthra for treatment
EXPERIENCES
a day off because that it precious: two because they said I am not going to
Life is essentially good, our things you can never get back is your accept this diagnosis and will fight.
thoughts and beliefs are very health and time. When I was diagnosed Another aspect she highlights is the
strong in building who we are, which I chronicled through my blog importance of providing emotional
so choose your beliefs The Yellow Diaries - I never said why support which is a huge pillar,
carefully. Also, carve your own me. In fact I actually felt a sense of relief as important as getting the right
path, always question, dont because I said now I can actually take medicine. Lesson: create an ecosystem
just accept. care of myself and now I know whats around you and your cancer to be able
wrong and I can do something about to speak about it openly.
it. But at the same time I am actually
very ill placed to give people advice on On getting the strength
something that is so personal but so Ironically, six months before I was
incredibly transformative. The moral: diagnosed, I was in Dharamshala,
You cant come out of cancer untouched, Himachal Pradesh, for a retreat which,
but you can make choices and choose by some sort of accidental serendipity
how you will engage with it. was called On Death And Dying.
When you think about it, it doesnt
MY FOOD On speaking out sound very uplifting, but in a strange
RULES e aware of
Theres an unspoken fear around
cancer. Its natural to be terrified of
way, it was for her. The programme
she attended was about the Buddhist
I think we should becom death, but its not fear of death because approach towards death which is to
t become
what organic means. Don
the exp ens e of missing were a very spiritual and religious rehearse it in order to make yourself
cynical at
a big country and have good grounding on comfortable with it. So you actually
some of the good stuff. Im
gre en juic es. I hav e been that but there is this incredible taboo do a visualisation, an entire one hour
believer in
s veg an for and shame on having cancer, she meditation where you picture this
on a raw diet, then I wa
e tim e, now Im bac k in shares. The only way to combat that scenario where a doctor comes in, and
quite som
body. So,
balance and I listen to my mental block is to just keep talking says that theyve got grim news, you
gs. We have
its a combination of thin about it and raising awareness. Lisa have six months to live. And then they
our own food.
a lot of great wisdom in adds: In todays world, theres very say, what will you do with those six
g as you re eat ing healthy
But, as lon little excuse for not doing that because months? By the time she got out of the
d. You
home-cooked meals, its goo we have so many outreach programs. retreat she was left with an acceptance
eric for one is an incr edible
know, turm
and the West And I have seen, personally, in India, about the inevitable end.
anti-flammitory agent,
ing it in the form of tab lets. incredible stories of the will to live, the The takeaway from the experience
is now tak
Weve been consum ing it for spirit to fight its so inspiring and it was to learn to do things from the
p doing it! But comes from very unexpected places. heart, to gain experiences which are
thousands of years! Kee
rcis e and listen
eat in moderation, exe Once a month she goes to Jaslok the happiest moments possible. The
y. It all sta rts wit h the will. Hospital Research Centre in Mumbai meditation ends with the question, why
to your bod
for regular checkups and blood work are you not living like that now? Its a
where her oncologist Dr Ritu Jain question that has shaped how she lives.
narrates incredible stories of women Seizing each moment!
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REAL LIFE cover story
LISA RAYS
LIFE IN...
A roundup of some things that have shaped her life
...Books ...Songs
A Moveable Feast by Nowhere Man by the Beatles-
Ernest Hemingway anthem for an existential crisis
influenced me to pursue an
unconventional life, to find Paolo Conte -all the work of this Italian
a creative calling, to live in jazz maestro makes me want to relocate
Paris (I did for three years). to Italy - my spiritual and aesthetic
home
...Movies
...Television
The Muppets was an early influence as a child and
whetted my imagination.
Untitled by
Francis Newton
Souza
...Artists
(top): Clothes Courtesy: dress, BCBG
the
POWER From Our
of Travel Diaries
SOLO
FLIGHT
Rudyard Kipling famously said, He travels the fastest who travels
alone. But traditionally, women have rarely travelled alone. Theyre
homebodies, raising kids, planning family vacations while the
husbands travel the world. Right? WRONG!
by SANJUKTA BASU
Photograph: SHUTTERSTOCK/INDIAPICTURE
REAL LIFE escape
BE PREPARED
stay wise
STEP
stay safe
Plan ahead. Study the area
OUTSIDE you are visiting, get
My journeys have important phone numbers.
helped me see my
country with new Keep a phone with 3G
eyes, understand my connection and ensure you have
thoughts, break enough data to search for
stereotypes and information on routes and hotels.
discover a world Share your location on your
outside my comfort social networks so that people
zone. are able to find you in case of
- Nishi Agarwal any emergency.
Crowdsource travel tips,
recommendation and safety
concerns on your social
TODAY, WE ENJOY GREATER SOCIAL It changed my life. Indian women are so networks.
EQUALITY AND ECONOMIC conditioned to put everything before oneself,
INDEPENDENCE THAN OUR MOTHERS that we forget to take care of our needs. I was Engage a credible agency for
DID. Were taking tough decisions, taking a plain Jane, I didnt care for or appreciate guides on solo treks.
charge of our lives and yes, were travelling myself much but the Jordan trip changed me, If you are planning adventure
more! Womens-only travel groups are doing I came back as a woman with new self-esteem sports, double-check the
roaring business. Social media has helped and confidence, she says credential of the operators.
like-minded women to get together and Even when youre in a group, you Ensure they are certified by
travel. In the 11 years since Sumitra Senapaty could choose to stay free of the need for reputed training agencies.
Preferably, do not go alone, join
started her venture, Women on Wanderlust social bonding, chart a different itinerary.
a group instead.
(WOW), to bring together groups of female Prefer to soak in the culture and cuisine
travellers who couldnt find the right of the destination rather than join your Avoid unknown local agents
company to travel with, shes witnessed a sea co-travellers shopping soiree? Just do it! especially when booking your
change in attitude. Today, more women are You may stumble upon interesting travel and stay.
travelling independently, liberated from all company and come back enriched. While If youre taking local transport,
kinds of social obligations. more women are joining all-women choose state government buses.
groups to take a break from their routine Most cities have comfortable
WHEN SHE TURNED 35, SWETA SARAF, life, and forge new friendships; absolute buses plying to and fro, and
A DELHI-BASED JEWELLERY DESIGNER solo travel in India is fairly uncommon. these will be safer.
AND MOTHER TO TWINS JOINED ONE But some plucky young women are Trust your gut, but carry a
SUCH WOW TRIP TO JORDAN. taking the road less travelled. pepper spray
march 2016 G H 57
REAL LIFE escape
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GOOD
HOUSEKEEPING
YOUR HOME
26 EASY IDEAS
TO BRIGHTEN
YOUR HOME NOW !
Photographs: SHUTTERSTOCK/INDIAPICTURE
HELLO SPRING
Its spring time! No matter what part of the country you live in, there are ways to usher in
the season to add cheer and sunshine to your home.
by SONALI SINGH
march 2016 G H 59
YO U R H O M E decor ideas
Shady Business
Install awnings on sun-facing
windows, where there is insufficient
roof overhang to provide shade.
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YO U R H O M E decor ideas
GREEN REVOLUTION:
Adding greens to
your home improves
oxygen levels. Use
glass containers
or vibrant urns to
add colour.
Cooling Open the doors and windows in the cool of the morning.
Close the curtains on the hot side of the house. Crack
Tricks the windows open less than an inch from the bottom on
opposite sides of the house for a draft to help keep cool.
Open the
Windows Create a Cross-Breeze
at Night Position a fan across from a window, so the wind
from outside and the fan combine to give a gush
Open strategic of cool cross-breeze.
windows so that the
cooler night air can
blow in throughout
the evening. Leaving
all the interior doors
open, helps too.
If you leave them
closed, they store
the daytime heat and
your house wont
cool off so quickly
at night. Just make
sure to close those
windows tight when
the sun starts to rise
in the morning.
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YO U R H O M E decor ideas
Grow Vines
turn-off Create an overhead trellis (an open
framework of interwoven wood,
the heat
The most common sources of
bamboo or metal) at the entrance of
your homes or as a shelter to your
sun-facing balconies and grow vines
or other creepers on it. Decorative
internal heat are: Appliances, leafy vines will act like deciduous
electronic devices and lighting. trees or you can plant edibles -
grapes or kiwis.
Replace incandescent bulbs Climbers can dramatically reduce
with LEDs. These do not use the maximum temperature of a
a filament to generate light building by shading the walls from
the sun. Together with the insulation
which makes them more effect of vines, temperature
energy efficient. fluctuations at the wall surface can
be reduced.
Cook outside: On
warmer spring days, Invest in a
Waterbed
keep the heat out of A waterbed is like an air mattress, but
filled with non-pressurised water. Its
your home by using an buoyancy supports the body. Water
conducts and absorbs heat far more
outdoor grill instead than air, so a waterbed, like a pool,
and feels cool in summer.
of indoor ovens.
Sleep at a
lower level
Hot air rises, so set up your bed as
close to the ground as possible to
Unplug beat the heat. If you live in a multi-
floor house or apartment, sleep on
Electronic the ground floor or in the basement
Devices instead of the first floor.
Unplug all your gadgets at night.
Appliances give off heat, even when
turned off. Reduce heat in the house
by keeping plugs out of sockets when
the appliances are not in use.
Switch Off
the Lights
Many of us practice this and
know that lighting gives off heat.
Fortunately, summer means longer
hours of sunshine. So take advantage
of the natural light as far as possible,
and after sundown, keep your rooms
cool by using minimal lighting.
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YO U R H O M E decor ideas
Shaded Patios
Position your patios well. If you
already have a patio feature to
your home, plant a tree such that
it grows to provide shade to both
the patio and that side of the
facade of your home, during the
warm parts of the day.
Seasons
Green-Things
A tree is more sophisticated than
any electronic cooling devices you
own. The beauty of it is that it lets
the sun filter in through winter and
grows leaves in summer to block
it. If you live in hot climes, plant
shade trees around the house.
Plants and shrubs can be used to
shade air conditioning units, but
ensure you dont block the airflow.
Deciduous trees planted on the
south and west sides keep your
house cool in the summer and
allow the sunlight to warm the
house in the winter months.
As the saying goes Every Spring Has Its Own Story. Now heres your
chance to use these tips to make your spring story a pleasant one.
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YO U R H O M E colour trends
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GOOD
HOUSEKEEPING
REAL LIFE
LOVE
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ACTUALLY
We all love the happily ever afters, dont we? So we asked
these happy couples to hit the rewind button and share the
crazy, touching, uplifting stories of how they got hitched.
72 G H march 2016 -by Team GH
REAL LIFE love stories
IF YOU
BELIEVE
IN LOVE,
Love in the
IT WILL
FIND YOU
times of Radio
I t was the summer of 2013, I was before I left, but I was perhaps running frequent listener of the AIR FM show
You Asked For It - where listeners
working for a luxury brand that away from my feelings and didnt meet
could request for their favourite songs.
sent me for a leadership him. As they say, distance makes the Gunjan was another avid listener and
conference. On a rather long day, I was heart grow fonder. There I was, at the wrote frequently to the RJ. I liked
staring at my watch wondering when it Universal Studios, and suddenly hearing her letters being read out.
would be done when a tall, handsome amidst all fun and bonhomie, it Then one day I decided to get in touch.
young man in a crisp white shirt took dawned on me how much I missed Soon, I was writing to Gunjan and shed
the seat beside me. I remember gazing him. Upon my return, we poured our reply to every single letter! We
into those big dreamy eyes! Arjun is hearts out to each other! corresponded for a year, after which,
an architect who worked for a Then things just went by in a whir. she stopped writing. (I later found out
Japanese MNC in India. By the time One day I spotted a beautiful solitaire she stopped receiving my letters).
Sifting through her letters, I found her
the conference wrapped up, wed in a shop window and hinted at Arjun.
home phone number on one of the
exchanged our business cards. Two weeks later, he asked me out to envelopes. It took me a while to muster
I got back to work and mundane his best friends private wedding up the courage to dial. (Back then only
life. Then one day, I decided to enrol in anniversary celebration. At the hotel the super rich owned cell phones).
the office gym, Id been working in the was the most impeccably decorated Thankfully, she answered and we
building for two years, but never as cabana. My beau introduced me to reconnected again. Soon, wed moved
much as peeped in. On my first day, his best buddy, but his wife was on from being pen pals to phone
Arjun and I ran into each other at the missing! Pretty soon a gorgeous buddies. Then one day, I proposed to
gym. Then I had to call him to help out chocolate cake was carted in and right her over the phone. Id been rehearsing
a friend. He told me that he was off to on top was the very same ring Id my lines for a while, but she was taken
aback. We hadnt even met! A couple
Japan and would call when back. spotted ! Arjun then went down on his
of weeks later, she accepted. Wed only
Upon his return, he rung me up to say knees. I flashed my dimples and
been corresponding for a year, but felt
he wanted to meet. promptly agreed. In a month and a connected. We met a couple of
We began dating and discovered half, we were married. In the last 2 weeks later, I told Gunjan to look out
our shared interests. Wed meet years, weve explored the world for the skinniest guy around. Like all
regularly at the gym and after and together and discovered new things relationships, weve sailed through
were growing fond of each other. about each other. Our love has grown. choppy waters. When I moved to
A couple of months later, I was Its true as they say, if you believe in Odisha for my studies, the PCO was
going on a family holiday to love, it will find you. the favourite hangout of lovelorn
Singapore. Arjun urged me to see him -Garima Prasher Sharma college students. After 7 long years of
a topsy-turvy courtship, we got
married in 2005. Our daughters Aadya
and Adwika complete our family. Were
I was at the Universal Studios, and soulmates with our share of challenges
but our love stays strong, bolstered by
amidst the bonhomie, I realised how trust and concern for each other, and
that, is our happily ever after.
-Dhirendra Tripathi
much I missed him
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College Connection
He had me at the all-but-cliched pick was just so calm and quiet. The friend
up line when we met in the first year of was a planted distraction, for by the
college in Pune. Hi, Im Rahul, naam time I looked away from him and
toh suna hoga. That good humoured, looked ahead at Rahul, he was already
endearing nature won my heart. It was down on his knees with a ring in his
good enough for a friendship to hand, saying those magical words. I
gradually grow and love to blossom. was surprised beyond words. I had
Wed bunk lectures and spend hours actually given up hope as February 14
just sitting around the college campus had passed by. And then to top it, he
or at a coffee shop. hands me a love letter. Oh, I was
Time flew, and before we knew it, bowled over!
wed been dating seven long years, Later that year we tied the knot. The
skipping the proverbial itch. As light happy feeling that wed shared
Valentines Day approached in 2011, I since the day we met in 2004 equally
felt a pang. I was hoping he would been patiently planning. That enveloped the south Indian Hindu
propose on the day. It was high time. I February, we were holidaying in Goa wedding ceremony and the church
mean, come on, how long does a girl with our friends. Rahul insisted we nuptials that followed the day after.
have to wait for that moment when drive all the way to Palolem beach To this day we both feel it is the small
she can scream and say, Yes! I will which was really far from where we things that we do for each other that
marry you! Of course, after being were all staying. A two-hour drive just reinforces our love for one another.
together for seven years we knew we to watch the sunset! Then he insisted Even on our wedding day, Rahul
would eventually get married but I just we go kayaking. A friend of ours surprised me by singing a song for me.
wanted him to pop the big question. started video recording me, asking Its been only 11 years, and I could
Little did I know that Rahuls heart how my day had been. It was a spend a lifetime with Rahul. I keep
was thumping with the anticipation of beautiful day with only the two kayaks falling in love with him over and over
bringing that moment to me. He had we had hired in the deep blue ocean. It again. -Sheena Barretto
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PEOPLE KANIKA ANEJA AND KARAN RANA
TELL US
WERE
LYING
The school
RUCHI AND ANKIT LODHA sweethearts
Sometimes a single glance gives
O
of class X, Karan and I stumbled
urs is an arranged marriage and course, a relationship requires a lot of work,
upon each other at a tuition class, an
like couples who meet through but when both partners are willing to make extra class, mind you. For some
matrimonial sites or newspapers, that effort, things get easier. From complete strange reason, I remember that day
we met through a matrimonial ad that our strangers, we became best friends. pretty well. Soon we were friends,
pa rent s pl ac e d i n one of t he d a i ly After our engagement, we were excited best buddies actually, and did not
newspapers in Rajasthan, though were both and looking forward to sharing our lives give a thought to love. We simply
residents of Delhi. Thing is, our parents had together and to enjoy our courtship period, enjoyed each others company and
been looking for partners for us, and each of which was indeed short. Around this time spent a lot of time together.
us was going through the motions of came our first Valentines Day as a betrothed Then one day, it hit me. I was
meeting prospective partners, which couple. Unknown to each other, we were about to relocate with my family to
a new locality and was struck by the
honestly, can be quite tiresome. So both of both hatching different plans to surprise
thought that Id be far away from
us had told our parents that this was the last each other. All week long, I sent him roses. Karan. It was June 6 to be precise,
time we were agreeing to doing this and He had planned a lunch date after a and Karan proposed. I laughed. We
were both looking forward to a break! morning show of The Hobbit. Just as I were 15! But I guess it was the
And then it happened at the this-is-the- entered his car, he told me to check the back anxiety of separation that made us
last-boy-I-will-see meeting. I found in Ankit, seat of his car and there I saw a big beautiful realise that our affections ran
all the qualities that I was seeking in a gift. There were more, hidden in different deeper. But we made a promise to
partner, he is warm, loves his family, carries places in the car. I gave him the gifts I had be there for each other.
an adventurous streak, makes me feel loved thoughtfully selected for him. We were Over the years, our relationship
and secure, and he gives me wings. Of having a splendid time chatting, eating. has weathered the rough and
tumble of the growing up years, but
Then it was time to go home. On our way
it has not dented our commitment
back, he told me to check his office bag and and love for each other.
I found Love Coupons, for us to exchange We helped our parents accept
with each other anytime in the long happy our relationship as we worked to
years ahead (they have no expiry date). build a career and a life. We grew up
These continue to be my most favourite gift together, and through these years
even now! When it was time for me to go weve literally been a shoulder for
home, Ankit insisted on taking a stroll in a the other to lean on.
nearby garden to end this special day. A Finally in 2015, after a memorable
beautiful moon hung in the sky. I was with courtship of 11 long years, we got
married. Guess what! It was June 6
the person I was falling in love with each
again! -Kanika Aneja
day, our families were busy arranging our
wedding. All of a sudden, Ankit went down
on his knees and held out a ring under the
moonlight. Wed been officially engaged but
We were buddies
now we were officially in love. Now when
people see us, they think we are lying, that and did not give a
ours is indeed a love marriage. Of course it
is, so what if our love was arranged!
-Ruchi Lodha
thought to love
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REAL LIFE view from the top
What Successful
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Women Do
Youre a multi-tasking Goddess who aspires to be one of those super successful women whose
smiling faces stare back from business magazines and glossies. You aspire to build a career like
them, earn well, enjoy the perks, and ahem...add a touch of glamour to your life, right?
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Instead, youre bogged down by the pressures of daily living, wondering how to get to where you
want to be! Sit back and read about the go-to strategies of some of the
countrys most successful women. by SUDHA MENON
Inspire others with your stories. Tell us what moves you GH staffers did! Use #powerofawe.
ARUNA JAYANTHI, GLOBAL MANISHA GIROTRA, CEO OF DEVITA SARAF, CEO OF VU PANKAJAM SRIDEVI, MEHER PUDUMJEE,
BPO AND HEAD OF MOELIS & COMPANY, INDIA TECHNOLOGIES MANAGING DIRECTOR OF CHAIRPERSON OF THERMAX
CAPGEMINI, INDIA ANZ BENGALURU
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REAL LIFE view from the top
who spent years trying to My family knows that during home, especially when there is
home, I no longer control everything at home, the week I am not available already plenty on their plate.
bother about how the including the way my for family events, or to help The key is to ofer whatever
husband tied my sons shoe out my mom-in-law if she is help you can, and rmly
stuff gets done. It is laces, only leading to more cooking elaborate dishes. I decline the rest. It helps keep
their baby to hold. stress for me. Now, after Ive love the little rituals of my joint you sane, says Sridevi.
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REAL LIFE money wise
GH
K
AS
WORTH? Kalpana Morparia
Most women are what I CEO, JP Morgan India
call busy-lazy people. They
are so busy with their work
and commitments that Heres a word of
Word of Advice
they get very lazy with
their investments. It is
essential for a woman It can be potentially
to get a basic, fundamental disastrous to depend
understanding of the on tips from sources/
products available in the family/friends for
financial market. your investments. So,
research, research
and research. Only
when you are certain
of what a company is
all about should you
Contrary to popular belief, bank accounts in products that will deliver long term invest in it.
are not the best place for your money capital appreciation - I think equity and
because a savings bank account will earn real estate are the best products that will
you an interest of just 3% and a fixed help you get this sort of appreciation.
deposit will give you 7% and you dont end When you are new to investing, you
up creating wealth as other products in the might not know how to pick stocks etc. So
market can generate for you. the best thing to do is to put your money in
mutual funds. For life coverage, pick an
I THINK THE QUESTION TO ASK insurance policy. The new pension schemes GOLD, DIAMONDS AND
YOURSELF IS, WHAT DO YOU allow you to vary your asset allocation, as JEWELLERY ARE GOOD
REALLY NEED FROM YOUR MONEY? you grow older you should actually opt for INVESTMENTS ONLY
The answer is liquidity, longer term capital more fixed income and reduce your because you like owing
appreciation and, at a later stage in life, a exposure to equity. them and because youll
regular income when you have retired. The internet has made it so easy for wear the ornaments for a
When you are young, a bank anyone to go online and learn long time. As an asset class,
account is good to park the everything there is to know gold has not performed
money to meet your liquidity WHEN YOU about investing well if you look at the last
w
ARE NEW TO
requirements. This is also the time r money. ccouple of years. Given
INVESTING,
when you need to make YOU MIGHT IIndias overall growth
investments that can generate NOT KNOW potential- 7%-8% GDP
wealth and will hold you in good HOW TO PICK growth- just think of the
STOCKS ETC.
stead when you are older. With benefit of compounding
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SO THE BEST
improved longevity, 70 is the new THING TO DO that investing in equity will
60 and you need enough money IS TO PUT give you
you.
YOUR MONEY
to see you through your later IN MUTUAL HAVE A QUESTION?
years comfortably. So a significant FUNDS. E-MAIL
GHINDIA@INTODAY.COM
amount of your savings should be
UNLIKE THE PREVIOUS GENERATIONS who spent their entire life saving up to buy a house when they neared retirement, the
new generation is in a position to have both a lifestyle of their choice and set aside savings. The woman plays a major role in
deciding her family budget, the amount the couple can save, and set aside to service a loan so the family can afford a home to
fit their lifestyle. If you are hitting your 50s, you are looking at a shorter term horizon for which there are some excellent fixed
income products to invest in.
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REAL LIFE Q&A
ASK GH
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CA
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R IS
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R A DV
SHIVANI MANCHANDA
Ask us anything. Our experts dish... COUNSELLING COORDINATOR,
IIT BOMBAY AND DIRECTOR,
CAREER TRACK
Q ork with one of my closest friend. She's a A: If you genuinely think she is a
close friend then open and honest
ely person at heart and super fun, but when communication needs to be the
omes to work she gets all insecure and first strategy as that will help to
competitive. How do I handle the situation without losing clear the air such that both of you
can understand how one persons
my calm? Her inconsiderate ways of one-upmanship are behaviour is impacting the other.
getting to me. -SASWATI BOSE, KOLKATA
BE ASSERTIVE (NOT
AGGRESSIVE) about your
achievements. Establish
boundaries that cannot be
crossed and encourage good
behaviour. At the end of this
communication, if she continues
her behaviour and/or appears
unconcerned, you need to have
your guard up at the workplace
and skillfully create a situation
where you are not being pushed
into a corner.
FOLLOWING HER STRATEGY or
being bitchy in return is only going
to result in a fight which will make
both of you seem unprofessional.
If you and your colleagues think
of her as your closest friend,
then her words about you have
power which needs to be diluted
by reducing face-time with her
at work. Additionally to protect
your professional interests,
document your work, ideas and
achievements well, especially in
situations where you are required
to work together as a team.
THE MOST IMPORTANT
STRATEGY would be to create
professional alliances with other
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T
B
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flaxseed. You can even cook in coconut oil for E
A
UT E
more healthy fats to help heal your dry skin. Y EXP
A great supplement is definitely primrose oil, DR KIRAN LOHIA
DERMATOLOGIST
or fish oil capsules which are a more concentrated
form of these omega 3 fatty acids.
T
A
IO X profess his love for you on a stage. For him, that is the best
N S HIP E pictures with mushy way to show love to announce to the world what you mean
DR VARKHA CHULANI
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
hastags. How do I politely to him. While you may think that, that is being superficial
and needless. Step back and gauge his disposition. And as
AND RELATIONSHIP tell him to stop? I think long as it doesnt come in the way of the relationship, foster
COUNSELLOR
declaring love on social it. Being cynical and disdainful about his personality isnt
going to get you too far in the relationship. It may even cause
media is tacky. -DIA SINGH, GOA strife. Because expression seems to be his style. And if you
are going to scorn what probably describes his personality
type, be ready for trouble. Humouring his displays, being
unperturbed by them, is a good start. Then gently telling him
that you feel shy being tagged and youd prefer not being
so may help him understand that you are not the overtly-
displaying-to-others kind of woman.
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GOOD
HOUSEKEEPING
YOUR BODY
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Z I K A : W H AT ,
WHERE,
HOW?
It has been making headlines and the
Indian government has advised pregnant
women against travelling to Zika-affected
countries (mostly South America) such as
Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, among others.
What is it?
Zika is a virus that causes mild fever, pink eye and joint pain
(in one in five people). It is a new health threat to pregnant
women and their unborn children as it may cause microcephaly
- a congenial defect that results in babies being born with small
heads and subsequently may cause brain damage.
How to diagnose?
Genetic testing for women is the only way to know if they are EAT FRUITS,
infected with the zika virus. However, zika stays in the blood
just for a week, so infected people test positive only
LOSE WEIGHT!
if tested in that week-long period. If you enjoy your plateful of apple and berries, give
yourself a high-five. New research from Harvard
Why are pregnant University, US, and the University of East Anglia, UK,
women at risk? has found that fruits that contain high levels of
flavonoids, such as apples, pears and the berry
It is dangerous for pregnant women
family, may help control weight. The study
because the zika virus can transcend the
published in British Medical Journal (BMJ) also
placental barrier. It is also advisable for
found that anthocyanins - a class of flavonoids,
pregnant women to protect themselves if
found in blueberries and strawberries, is linked to
their sexual partner has travelled to or
maximum weightloss. Eat them daily or at least
lives in a zika virus-affected area as a
regularly to stay healthy and trim.
recent first case of sexual transmission was
reported in Texas, USA.
GOOD READ:
Is re-infection LIVING LONGER
possible? LIVING BETTER
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1
and even weightloss. While green tea has its share CLUE: It learns from the data you provide to
of antioxidants for overall wellbeing including the app and predicts your cycle over time. But
weight maintenance, tulsi tea has nutrients that it will work for you only if you have a regular
help deal with mental stress. Here, 5 benefits of menstrual cycle.
going green.
2
GLOW: This one is for those who are looking
at getting pregnant and want to know the
1. It improves your memory - Studies have shown
most fertile period of the month. Even if
that a drink with 250 mg of green tea extract going the family way is not on your mind, its
increases brains connections that process and store good as a tracker for your menstrual cycle.
information.
2. It reduces cancer risk - According to new
3
PERIOD TRACKER: This useful app logs
research, digestive cancer risk is 17 percent lower in your dates and calculates the average of
women who drink at least three cups of green tea your past 3 months menstrual cycles to
per week. forecast the start date of your next period.
3. It helps in weightloss - Research conducted on
4
mice has shown that green tea + exercise = 36% less P-LOG Y: This can be used to set reminders
couple of days before your period date. You
belly fat.
can also set other reminders on repeat
4. It saves your brain - EGCG - a polyphenol in
mode like when to change your napkin, tampon
green tea may guard against neurological diseases, or empty out the menstrual cup.
reveal studies.
5. Mixing it with other antioxidants is good
5
PINK PAD: Besides focussing on period
- Blending green tea with other antioxidant rich date tracking, this app also functions as a
sources like tulsi (basil) increases the immunity platform for women across the world to
boosting power of green tea. discuss feminine health issues and post updates
on it.
-Compiled by Pallavi Shankar
HEALTH CONTEST
Read through the Health Section in this issue and answer
this question.
Is Zika virus transmitted by all mosquitoes?
a. True b. False
Send your answer by March 15 to
ghindia@intoday.com with Health
Contest in the subject line.
One lucky winner will receive a
BP Monitor from Equinox.
Winner of last months
contest: Mukta Shrivastava,
Bhopal, M.P.
YO U R B O DY health fix
Q
how do I know if Im at risk for a
H E A RT AT TACK ?
A. Of course, smoking, obesity and genetics top the list of risk factors.
But surprising new research shows that experiencing the following life events can
up your risk, too. by GINA ROBERTS-GREY
Photographs: MIKE GARTENL; (text): courtesy Good Housekeeping US
1. You came down with a cardiologist at Providence Saint Johns and that preterm labour, as well as
common childhood virus. Health Center in California. preeclampsia, can be a sign of its
Between 70 percent and 80 percent of failing that test. Post-pregnancy,
people with heart failure of unknown 2. You delivered a baby the arteries often function normally
origin have also suffered from before 37 weeks gestation. enough for symptoms to disappear,
Coxsackie B, a virus that often goes About one in 10 babies is born preterm which is why many women dont realise
undiagnosed (symptoms can be as (before 37 weeks) each year in the they still have a problem.
mild as a fever or an upset stomach) U.S. Of the women who experience
in children. Scientists believe this giving birth this way, those who go 3. Youve given birth to
close cousin of the more familiar into spontaneous preterm labour fewer than two or more
Coxsackie A, also known as hand, (rather than being induced) are than three kids.
foot and mouth disease, causes subtle at about a two-fold risk for heart When it comes to preventing a heart
injury to a childs heart, reducing its disease, says a study in the European attack, giving birth two or three times
ability to respond to stress later in life Journal of Preventive Cardiology. seems to be the sweet spot. Any less or
and may increase the risk of coronary Doctors speculate that pregnancy any more is associated with roughly
artery disease, says Nicole Weinberg, may act as a stress test for the heart double the risk of heart disease, as per
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BOOST YOUR
HEART HEALTH
TODAY
new research from UT Southwestern drugs for an extended period had a 16%
TALK TO YOUR Medical Center. One theory is that to 21% higher rate of heart attack later in
DOCTOR. women who have gone through four or life. Scientists arent sure why PPIs in
If any of these more deliveries may experience more particular affect the heart, but they
circumstances apply to changes in fat distribution around suspect that the drugs may have some
you, alert your doc. She abdominal organs associated with impact on the health of the lining of the
may pay closer attention pregnancy, says Monika Sanghavi, M.D., arteries. The same study revealed that
to your other risks (like lead study author. As for women who taking heartburn medications of another
anxiety) and, depending have had just one child or none at all, type, known as H2 blockers (e.g., Zantec,
on your age, may order they may be more likely to have Digene), was not associated with
special tests. underlying fertility issues such as increased cardiovascular risk.
polycystic ovarian syndrome, which
affects insulin and weight and has been 6. You got terrible hot flashes.
linked to increased heart disease risk. Sweating. Flushing. Burning up. They
are the telltale signs of a hot flash, and
SLEEP WHEN 4. Youve gone through women who experience many of these
YOURE TIRED. a divorce. symptoms daily have significantly
New research suggests A study from Duke Clinical Research thicker carotid-artery walls (an early sign
that going against your Institute says women who experience of cardiovascular disease) compared
body clock (for example, a divorce have a 24 percent greater with women who have few hot flashes
rising early in the chance of heart attack than those or none, report recent studies from the
morning when youre a whose marriages remain intact. And University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
natural night owl) could two or more divorces correlates with We had originally thought of a hot flash
increase your risk of a 77 percent higher risk. Because she as simply a hormonal issue, says Suzanne
heart disease. If you can, has increased responsibilities at home Steinbaum, Director of Womens Heart
try to adjust your work and in life, a divorced woman might Health at Northwells Lenox Hill Hospital
schedule so youre awake not have time for heart-healthy habits in New York City, but it could really be
when your body wants like exercising and cooking healthy one of the first signs of a problem with the
to be. meals. The loss of an emotional support lining of the arteries, which is the first step
system can also lessen heart health, in the development of heart disease.
explains Pamela Douglas, cardiologist
and professor at the Duke Center for 7. GH India Adds:
Womens Heart Care, USA. You have diabetes.
BE THANKFUL. If you have diabetes, you are at least
Those who kept a daily 5. You took certain twice as likely to be at risk of heart
gratitude journal for two medication for chronic acid disease and heart attack compared to
months (jotting down reflux. those who dont have diabetes or even
a few people or things Were specifically talking about a proton pre-diabetes. So why are diabetics
for which they were pump inhibitor (PPI), available over the vulnerable? The link between diabetes
grateful) had reduced counter (e.g., Nexium) and via and cardiovascular disease is complex
inflammation and prescription. These medications are and multifactorial. But what usually
improved heart rhythms highly effective, and for some patients happens is that over time, high blood
compared with people they may be the best defense against glucose levels (blood sugar) can
who didnt journal, per heartburn. But keep in mind: A new increase the deposits of fatty plaque in
new research. analysis of 2.1 million heartburn artery and blood vessel walls, increasing
Cory Stieg sufferers reveals that those who had the chances for artery narrowing and
treated their reflux with this class of hardening (atherosclerosis).
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i Vora
Avan er
- ft ss:
A
htlo
Weig kg
54
weight loss
HOW I GOT MY
BODY BACK
Avani Vora narrates to Pallavi Shankar her journey of self-
BEFORE: 84KG
She took charge of her health time. But one day, just out of the blue, I put It never gets easier,
Thirty-two year old Avani Vora, mother my foot down and entered a gym. I knew but you get tougher
of twin girls, lost 30 kilos in 3 years and some exercises that I used to do during Nothing happens in a day, only
went from 84 kilos to 54 kilos through a pregnancy and post-delivery with my perseverance and hard work pays of.
consistent exercise regimen and running. physiotherapist and I started with those, Gradually I took up running and began
This Gurgaon resident is now a seasoned every day. Months passed by and I got enjoying it. The best part is, you can
marathon runner and is loving every addicted to my one hour of workout x. run anywhere, you dont need fancy
moment of her t life. Here, Avani shares I then approached a trainer, made a equipment, just a pair of good shoes. No,
her journey from ab to fab and how she schedule and followed it religiously. We Id never run before in my life except for
found her calling to train others to get consume more calories on weekends, so running to school or college while getting
back on the track to tness. I compensated by doing extra cardio on late! So, yes, it was a big challenge for me.
those days. After a couple of months, the Initially, it was tough to nish even 100 m
The starting point results showed up - inch loss followed but gradually I built my stamina - from 1k
It all began when I could not look out for by weight loss - this kept me motivated. to 42k has been a transformative journey.
my sizes each time I went out shopping. I also noticed some muscles sagging I ran my rst full marathon (42k) at the
It felt like a nightmare and I was stressed and realised that I needed to add more Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon in
and emotionally worn out most of the strength moves to my workout. 4.13 hours. Then, I trained for an Olympic
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Triathlon (1.5k swimming, 40k cycling, 10k stay active, not just lose weight. Iff
running) and completed it successfully. you have the energy to play with
Nothing is easy but everything is your children and to complete
worthwhile when you train well and listen daily chores without being
to your body. overcome by exhaustion, youre
on the right path.
From student to teacher
Along the way, my friends and Finding My Calling
acquaintances who had seen me get Though I am a chemical engineeer by
back in shape were motivated and training, tness has become such h an
wanted to take up running. So I trained integral part of my life that I deciided
36 women for their rst 5k at Pinkathon to get professional training. I am now
last year (Pinkathon is an initiative for a Reebok certied physical tnesss
breast cancer and is supported by Milind instructor, a Pilates expert and a
Soman). All of us were in it and we loved marathon runner. I coach people of all
staying t together. I realised then that age groups in high intensity train ning.
camaraderie plays a big role in staying Am I glad? Yes! Finding tness h has
loyal to our tness regimen. helped me nd a purpose. Taking g charge
The other lesson is to not make being of my health has had ripple efects on my
slim the focus, because that depends on family - we eat better, run together, are
several factors like body composition, healthier and happier. Being t to ogether
genetics, hormones and hereditary has taught us that we can be mucch better
features. Your goal should be to get t and than we ever imagined.
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RAGI IS
WEIGHT-LOSS CEREAL
LOADED
WITH
SUPER GRAIN
This f rm r s f d is n w h a th h ro. Fin ut why
y u must r m nce it t !
by PALLAVI SHANKAR
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YO U R B O DY health guide
Power
PLANTS
Indian women have relied on natural products like herbal pastes and powders for health and beauty
needs for centuries. Many women still prefer home remedies and natural products to fancy brands
and synthetic chemical-based products. Even today, herbs and formulations to tackle several
chronic conditions are available and actually quite affordable in India given our rich flora and our
treasure trove of Ayurvedic knowledge. Weve listed a few healthy herbs to improve your wellbeing.
by DEBORAH GREY
First up is Guduchi, a herb end up using public toilets rich in antioxidants like
Photographs: SHUTTERSTOCK/INDIAPICTURE
GET THE
GLOW WITH with distinct heart-shaped while travelling extensively ascorbic acid, lycopene and
GUDUCHI leaves that is used extensively for work. It is also a good carotene - they have anti-
in Ayurveda for the treatment idea to carry some guduchi ageing properties. The best
of various infections, fevers, powder on vacations or way to consume is to use a
urinary tract disorders, leisure trips. powder made from the stem
digestive disorders as well Guduchi is also commonly of the Guduchi herb. The
as water borne diseases known as Giloy and its powder can be mixed in water
like jaundice. This makes scientific name is Tinospora and honey. While, guduchi
it especially valuable for Cordifolia. It is found in can help people with diabetes,
women who are vulnerable to abundance in India, Myanmar it should only be taken under
infections or those who often and Sri Lanka. Guduchi is medical supervision.
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Now that you are all set to give herbal remedies a shot, make sure you dont go overboard. It is always advisable to consult
your physician or a certified Ayurveda practitioner as all these herbal powders have medicinal value and should be taken
only in quantities prescribed by a certified professional. After all, our ancient knowledge must be respected.
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GOOD
HOUSEKEEPING
YOUR KITCHEN
SUMMER SPECIAL
BEAT THE HEAT
With summer around the corner,
its time to up your liquid intake,
and what could be better than a
glass of chilled lemonade which
comes packed with vitamin C
and antioxidants. Heres a fresh
twist to the classic. To sparkling
water, add fresh lemon juice, a
dash of rock salt and sugar syrup,
ginger juice, a few stalks of
bruised lemongrass and a few
sprigs of mint leaves. Top with
ice and youre good to go.
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YO U R K I TC H E N 30 minute meals
Award-winning chef, Sabyasachi Gorai popularly known as Chef Saby to patrons and food
connoisseurs is the man behind the specially crafted menu at the newly-launched Delhi
restaurant, Junglee Billee. The menu gives an interesting spin to Indian cuisine, using traditional
elements that represent the culinary landscape of the country. Chef Saby has created stunning
dishes that are flavourful and a visual delight. We handpicked a few favourites so you can have fun
in the kitchen. Get the family to join in and make it a memorable meal.
by MOHINI MEHROTRA
For recipe of Khandavi Chat see the last page of the feature.
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1 2 3
LIGHT SALAD SUPER-QUICK SAUCE NO-FUSS CRUMBLE
Mix together hung curd, Cover and microwave apples Crush 10 digestive biscuits and
a pinch of sugar, salt and till soft. In a mixie, add layer in a microwaveble bowl.
garlic paste. Toss in cubed brown sugar, apples and Mix 1 cup diced apples with 2tsp
apples. Garnish with cinnamon and puree until cinnamon and 2tbsp brown sugar.
fresh chives. desired consistency. Top the biscuit layer with it. Bake
in the oven at 170oC till the apples
brown. Serve with vanilla icecream.
APPLE O D
TRUFFLE
PR ARATION TIME: 15 M NS
PREP
ING TIME: 20 TO 25 S
ES: 4
e; 2 C
1 chilli p
l; w s
of tru f e ; 12 a ple
chunks; 1tbsp Extr i in olive
oil; Salt
alt to taste; Crushed black
pep to ta
1. Take p a put i on n
medium Po extra in
olive oil to it.
2. Add the gree en hilh li and
chopped basil and saut well.
3. Once the flavour of the green
chilli and basil is infused in the
oil, add the tomato juice and
cook well.
4. When the tomato juice is
reduced to half of the original
quantity, add the apple juice.
5. Cook for five more minutes.
Adjust seasoning.
6. Garnish with fresh chunks of
apple and few drops of truffle
oil. Serve hot.
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PREPARATION TIME: 15 MINS
COOKING TIME: 10 MINS
SERVES: 4
APPLE PIE
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9. Cook i a p ated oven for
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KHANDAVI CHAAT
PREPARATION TIME:
15 MINS
COOKING TIME: 25 MINS 3. Add 112 cup of water to the pan and 10. Serve with the chaat.
SERVES: 2 boil it.
For the chaat
2 cup Gram flour; 4. To this boiling water add the above
2tbsp Sev; 2tbsp Chopped onion; 2tbsp
1
2 tsp Turmeric powder; gram flour mixture and cook well. Chopped tomato; 1tbsp chopped
1tbsp Chopped green 5. Pour this mixture on a hard flat surface coriander; 2tbsp Pomegranate; 2tbsp
chilli; 1tbsp White Roasted peanuts; 5 Papadis (small size);
and spread into a thin sheet.
sesame seed; 12 tbsp 2tbsp Mint chutney; 1tbsp Tamarind
Mustard seed; 2tbsp 6. Cut and roll this sheet into small bite
chutney; Salt to taste
Refined oil; 1 sprig size khandvis.
Curry leaf; 1tbsp Lemon juice; Salt to taste 7. Heat a pan and pour some refined oil 1. In a bowl add all the ingredients
in it. leaving the sev.
1. Take a mixing bowl. Add gram flour, 8. Once the oil is heated add mustard 2. Add both the chutneys along with
turmeric powder, green chilli, lemon juice seed, curry leaves, sesame seed and salt seasoning and mix all the ingredients.
and salt and mix it well. in that order for the tempering. 4. Serve with the khandvis and garnish
2. Place a pan on slow burner. 9. Pour the tempering on top of khandvis. with sev.
Chef Saby is the ex-director of kitchens at Olive Bar & Kitchen and has recently
Sabyasachi Gorai
launched his own restaurant, Lavaash by Saby, Delhi. Hes the recipient of Indias
Chef, Junglee Billee Best Chef Award from the President of India, amongst other numerable laurels.
I
This delicious
sandwich is
packed with
potassium and
protein to keep
BANANA AND you fit and
PEANUT BUTTER energised.
SANDWICH
by MOHINI MEHROTRA
Spread chunky or smooth (as
per preference) peanut butter
evenly on one side of each piece
of multigrain/wholewheat
bread. Slice banana in 34 inch
slices and place on one piece of
bread with peanut butter.
Banana slices should be close
together, and cover the bread
completely (usually it takes
about nine slices). Top with the
other slice of bread. On a good
quality non-stick pan on
medium heat, place the
sandwich and allow it to turn
golden brown. (It will take about
2 to 3 minutes). Flip the
sandwich to the other side and
continue cooking for another 2
minutes or until golden brown.
Cut into quarters and serve hot.
Health Wise
O Peanut butter has potassium
and protein which lowers the
risk of high blood pressure,
stroke and heart disease. It also
contains healthy fats,
magnesium to fortify your
bones and muscles, vitamin E,
antioxidants and fibre for your
bowel health.
O Bananas are packed with
Photograph: SHUTTERSTOCK/INDIAPICTURE
EAT, DRINK
& SHRINK
Beginning this month, celebrity chef Kunal Kapur will give you great
ideas to have fun with food and not worry about the calories. CHEF KUNAL KAPUR
HE LIKES HIS FOOD TO BE
He picks: Avocado. Its packed with good fats, fibre and vitamins. PACKED WITH FLAVOURS AND
WHOLESOME HEALTH
Rustle Up: A drink, a dip and a snack
AVOCADO AND
CHICKEN KEBABS
PREP TIME 10 MINS COOKING TIME 10 MINS
SERVES 2
The subtle flavour of the chicken kebab
with buttery notes of the avocado
makes for a tasty and healthy snack.
GREEN HUMMUS
PREP TIME 10 MINS COOKING TIME 10 MINS SERVES 2
Delicious and nutritious, this is a great twist to the classic.
1. Simply mix 2 cup chickpeas, boiled; 1tbsp tahini; 2 garlic pods; juice of 2
lemons; salt to taste; 14 cup olive oil; 12 avocado; a few mint leaves; a
handful of spring onions; a handful of mustard leaves, blanched; a handful
of raddish leaves; 1 sprig basil; 1 loaf garlic bread and blend it into a
smooth paste. 2. Check for seasoning. Snack on this between meals or
serve at your house party with crisp garlic bread or carrot slices.
FOOTNOTE: Kunal Kapur hosts My Yellow Table on NDTV Good Times march 2016 G H 107
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FESTIVE FERVOUR
Tickle your palate with the new online home delivery kitchen that serves
fresh and authentic Thai food. Based out of Delhi, ThaiCrate serves
delicious Thai delicacies such as Yum Woon Sen (glass noodle salad),
Kaeng Massaman Kae (massaman curry lamb) and much more. The
packaging is creative and fun stackable boxes that are really good to
We
look at but equally convenient for reuse. The boxes are amongst the first Tried &
in their category for a delivery service to be using food grade PP5
material; one can eat directly out of them, which adds to their
Liked
cosmopolitan appeal, and they can be popped directly into the
microwave or freezer. ThaiCrate serves up good food in little time and
delivers across Delhi-NCR.
For more info and the menu, check www.thaicrate.in
GO
Ma, give me something different in my lunchbox tomorrow! My friends mom sends such
ET
delicious stuff and I only get boring food. How often weve heard that line and racked our
brains to come up with something new, something different, something delicious, dont
you agree? So we decided to go to an expert with this lunchbox challenge. Watch how he
gives simple ingredients a delicious twist and steal these great ideas
by MOHINI MEHROTRA
POTATO SUTEKI
PREP TIME: 10 MINS COOK TIME: 5 MINS MAKES: 12-15 PIECES
S TA R T E R
Kulle Ki Chaat
An easy twist to fruit chaat,
these kulle or fruit cups are a
popular snack in Old Delhi.
Light on the tummy and full of
flavour, they make for a great
Photographs: PRAERNA KARTHA
party snack.
Food blogger, photographer and professional food stytlist, Praerna Kartha loves creating recipes,
checking out new places around town and documenting her adventures on her food blog
food-dee-dum.com. So we thought why not get her to share some super-quick, delicious recipes
that will make entertaining easier for you! Here is a starter, a main course and a dessert from
Praernas kitchen all take under 30 minutes to make!
by MOHINI MEHROTRA
MAIN COURSE
Lemony Garlic
Spaghetti With Grilled
Chicken and Pine Nuts
This recipe is lemony, its
garlicky, its spicy and the
toasted pine nuts and
breadcrumbs lend it a delicious
crunch. It looks super-
sophisticated too.
FAMILY ROOM
Photographs SHUTTERSTOCK/INDIAPICTURE
Want to connect better with your family? Use flowers in your home decor. Studies have shown
that having real flowers (not plastic ones) around you increases your emotional bond with loved
ones. Use tender-coloured flowers like yellow, peach and creamy white (tuberose, lily, jasmine) to
create a snug space for a new mother. To rev up your love life, deep lavender, pale pink, vigorous
reds and purples will do the trick. Think dark roses and carnations. Ummm...
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F A M I LY R O O M news bytes
Q. CAN
WEIGHTLOSS
SURGERY
THREATEN
ROMANCE?
Yes, if you stop enjoying
the wining and dining INVOLVE
experience with your CHILDRE
partner or get too finicky N
IN DECIS
about food. According to ION
MAKING
a new study conducted at
the Ohio State University,
weightloss surgery may
hurt the relationship
between married couples
as food is such a central
element of family
Q.Im considering boarding school for my 10-year-old daughter,
but Im not sure if she will thrive in that environment. Shes a
routines, and a great way ensitive girl who can be independent but is a homebody too.
to bond. The way out? re some kids made for boarding and some, not? -KAMINI SINGH, 35, DELHI
Keep engaging with food
as you used to before . I would start by asking you more clarity on the why then her personality and what that
your surgery - if you are first explore the reasons you the next step is to engage your boarding school experience
making healthy choices, re considering a boarding daughter in a conversation would offer. So, while there is
involve your partner in the chool for your daughter - are and get her view on boarding no set type of personalities that
process: Shop together for ou hoping for more structure, schools. It is important that she are made for a boarding school,
new and fresh ingredients, ore academic rigour, also take ownership for this the factors to consider are: What
explore interesting creased extra-curricular decision. Being a sensitive girl, are your expectations from
farmers markets, cook ctivities, social skills and there is a chance that instead of a boarding, your daughters
together and rustle up xposure or is it practical viewing this as an opportunity perception of it and mapping her
each others favourites. onsiderations like, there are or an adventure, she may feel emotional, social and cognitive
And dont stop eating o good holistic schools that she is being packed off framework to what each option
out with each other! here you live, there is limited from home. This could lead to has to offer. All the best!
upervision at home or that the a perceived sense of parental
urrent family environment is rejection and homesickness, -APARNA SAMUEL
ometimes unpredictable or which will make it a struggle for BALASUNDARAM, a practicing
ounterproductive. Or is it that her to adjust. The third step, is psychotherapist, parent and
ou went to a boarding school to understand the philosophy relationship coach and the
nd blossomed there and wish of different boarding school founder of online counselling
e same for your daughter? options. This would help you sites - LifeSkillsExperts.com and
s a parent, once you have to ensure a healthy fit between Flourishing.Me
Ask your teen to turn off his/her messaging apps within 30 minutes of
IMPROVE YOUR
TEENS GRADES lights out. A new study has found that teens who text for more than 30
minutes after lights out get poorer grades than those who dont.
Shelja Sen
is a clinical psychologist and co-
founder of Children First, Delhi
ASK SHELJA
Q Are you raising your
children to be Pesty?
Do you struggle with setting certain
boundaries for your children? Read
on for helpful tips.
1
Ask your spouse
4 WAYS TO
these 5 important
questions (but dont
treat this like a rapid
fire round)
(i) Should we spice up our
sex life? (ii) Do we have
enough money saved for
3
the future and how can I
help with it? (iii) Is there
something bothering you
about work that youd like
to discuss? (iv) Have we Never Ever Reveal
2
got our health check-ups to you Partner...
done lately? Should I (i) Details of your past sex life.
schedule one for us? Not the number. Not the names.
(v) Are you happy with Not the details. Be vague and
us? How can we make our Balance your We and Me time shower your man with praises.
relationship stronger? ME TIME: If youre a housewife, once the spouse and children Youve chosen him today and for
Its important to use go to work, nd a way to get some alone time for yourself before the future. (ii) What your parents
the correct tone: These plunging into household chores. Read a book, join a group exactly think about your partner
questions are meant class, get a new degree, pamper yourself or meet friends. Take or might have said in haste about
to strengthen your a break from housework one day a week. If youre a working him a long time ago. Dont bring
relationship and not to woman, reserve a few hours on the weekend for yourself to do it up. Let it go. (iii) Exactly what
play the blame game these things, without your spouse or children. Also, once in a you think about his parents and
with your partner. Listen. few months, take a mini break (a weekend maybe or more), or family. Theyre now a part of your
Understand. Implement. just unwind with friends. Your me-time is a must to nourish life, so accept them, or maintain a
your soul so you can give back to the people you love. cordial relationship. Dont indulge
in negative talk about them to
him! (iv) The amount of property
or money you have inherited. Keep
WE TIME that to yourself. Also, maintain one
Every evening, once the bank account which is your own.
kids go to sleep, spend Contribute to the daily household
some quality time chatting expenditure but build robust
with your spouse instead of savings for yourself too!
watching TV or attending
to mundane chores. If you
cannot skip the chores,
do it together with joy.
Comment on what youre
watching and ask for his
Madhuri
Banerjee is a
scripwriter and
author of several
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Women love to be pampered
and we did just that at the
Good Housekeeping
Weekend 2016 by offering
our guests free beauty
experientials all day long.
While at the FACES
Cosmetics stall, the women
were seen trying out new
lipcolours, at Bharti Tanejas
Alps Beauty Clinic, their
nails were given a quick,
arty makeover. Guests were
seen sporting fabulous
hairdos, courtesy Pammy
Kauls Headmaster Salon.
The team came down
all the way from Chandigarh
to participate in the event.
GIFTS GALORE
We pampered our
little guests. Kids
were thrilled to
OMakeup makeovers courtesy FACES Cosmetics O Nail art courtesy win vouchers from
Bharti Tanejas Alps Beauty Clinic OHairdos and hair makeovers by Smaaash
Pammy Kauls Headmaster Salon, Chandigarh
Food
Fiesta
Four popular food bloggers
cooked up some of their best
making Chinese Bhel
Food blogger Anubhav Sapra
creations in under 25 minutes
Where there is food, there are people. And when theres good
food that is being made in front of your eyes, there are even
more people. Day one of the event saw food blogger Anubhav
Sapra (www.delhifoodwalks.com) rustling up a easy-do and
tangy Chinese Bhel and Rekha Kakkar (www.mytastycurry.
com) demonstrating how to make healthy Quinoa Patties Over
Arugula Salad. On day two, people were literally eating out of
food blogger Praerna Karthas (www.food-dee-dum.com) hand
as she offered them delicious Zesty Chicken Chaat in Cheese-
Cracker Cups that she put together right there. Meenakshi
Aggarwal (www.hookedonheat.com) made a super-tasty Egg
Sambal. The visitors not only enjoyed every
Patties
minute of the cooking demonstrati
making batter for the Quinoa
Food blogger Rekha Kakkar but also got to try the delicious bit
with friends and family. Many of
them even came back for a few
more helpings.
te s
arwal rustling up the Egg Sam
bal De lic io us Bi
Food blogger Meenakshi Agg shot
Heres a snap
of what the
individual
ed
bloggers whipp
up at the show
SWEET
TAKEAWAYS
There are very few little
people who dont enjoy
chocolates. So we decided to
invite a Delhi-based bakery,
Pink Ribbons that specialises
in desserts, chocolates and
cakes to put a stall of sweet
treats. They also treated
children with free chocolate-
making classes. Over the two
days, our little friends and
their mommies at the event
participated in the chocolate-
making workshops conducted
by Meenakshi and Aparna of
Pink Ribbons, and enjoyed the
delicious chocopie and wafers
they made on the spot.
There was enthusiasm and
Come evening and the Hafele Food Station excitement among children
was buzzing with activity. On the food front, and adults who queued up to
Xavier Lepcha, head chef of KOA - Kitchens of know how to make chocolates
Asia, did a quick sushi-making demo that had and cookies at home. DIY is
people queuing up for a taste and Dos Burross
popular, we say!
head chef, Sanjay Yadav cooked up delicious
vegetarian and non-vegetarian quesadillas
and tacos. On the drinks front, Rahul Dinodia THE ART OF
of The Wine Company did a live demonstration CHOCOLATE MAKING
Mo ckt ail Mo tto
and whipped up delicious mocktails. There
was the White Tea Sangria and Smokey Fruit Put some dry ice in
Punch. An eager crowd fired away questions and your drink for a
sampled the mocktails and food taking away mystical, smokey
recipes to try them at home. It was truly a food effect.
extravaganza for one and all.
Bonjour
Chocolates
Three words:
cakes, truffles and
smores! This is
where everyone
crowded around
for melt-in-the-
mouth chocolates.
Order at bonjour- Bangdar Sarali Every trinket
chocolates@gmail. here was made of heated
com. glass! Another addition to
your jewellery box.
www.bangdarsarali.com
Cremica
Visitors gorged
on Cremicas
French Fries, a
ready-to-eat
snack, at the free Desi Drama
sampling racks Queen Wear the
put up by them. drama in the
form of fun
accessories
rather than
channelling it.
www.desidram-
aqueen.com
Tarini Nirula
We all need
some arm
candy to
match every
outfit and
shoe. Heres
where you
head: www. Studio Earthbox Infuse some
tarininirula.in greenery into your home for it to
breathe with Studio Earthboxs
customised green solutions.
www.studioearthbox.com
Coral Haze
Its time to To Be Healthy Drink
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pretty and with TBHs array of
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time for the
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wedding Dekorate Need innovative
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coralhaze. answer: www.dekorate.com
com
Forklicious
Gourmet food truck,
Forklicious served up
McCain Foods mouthwatering
Visitors flocked at burgers and wraps.
the McCain Foods
stall to buy their
popular ready-to-
eat frozen snacks
such as Potato
Wedges, Smiles,
Veggie Fingers
and more
Staying warm with a cup of steaming herbal tea was
a great way to brave the cold and enjoy a pleasant
winter weekend.
What is that one thing we love doing in The friendly staff assisted the guests,
winter? Chatting away and lounging with taking them through the array of products
friends on a cool, sunny weekend, sipping including organic tea, organic ghee and
umpteen cups of piping hot tea. Here chawanprash (made from ancient herbs).
was one place where guests did all that The curiosity about organic products
and more. The Organic India counter at was very much evident among the
the Good Housekeeping Weekend offered visitors. Guests were seen having long
steaming cups of organic tea, helping you conversations with the staff about the
take charge of your health with every benefits of organic foods, especially tea.
sip. Guests thronged the space to sample Organic herbal supplements for overall
different varieties of tea. Green tea, tulsi well-being as well as for specific health
tea, lemon ginger tea and such other issues of both men and women were
flavours were served free to all the guests also a big draw. The stall generated much
at the outdoor venue. interest at the well-packed two day event.
There was never a dull moment at It was wellness all the way with people
this stall as it buzzed with activity. going home well-informed about the
Guests queued up to taste the warmth What and How of organically grown
and goodness at their tea dispensing products why they are healthier than
machine. Lemon ginger was a favourite conventionally grown food, pesticide-
and Tulsi green tea came a close second. ridden tea, or ghee and even herbs.
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their technologically hip, Brewski, to make waves. The Brewski is one of the safest machines to use, with a
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SAFE ZONE Home safety and security - much discussed and important
issues these days, it is grabbing the attention of the general public. With criminal
activities on the rise, there is a need for precautionary measures which needs to
preempt and safeguard from the tactics of anti-social elements. Keeping this in
mind, Ozone has launched smart and robust fingerprint door lock for residences
and offices. This biometric door lock can be accessed with fingerprint, password,
RF card and mechanical override key. It provides an option for retrieving the
past data. Equipped with latest technology, this intelligent lock from Ozone
offers high degree of security in addition to providing great functionality and
aesthetic appeal. www.ozone-india.com
BEDDING MATTERS
What you sleep on plays a huge role in your health.
So choose a mattress thats just right for you.
Sleepwells latest offering, My Mattress, comes in
several variations depending on what your
requirements - as some people with back problems
need customised mattreses. Another variety,
Sleepwell My Mattress Esteem comes with a premium
pillow at the top of the mattress which provides
comfort and ease. And you can go completely
pillow-free! Sleepwellproducts.com/my-mattress
BEAUTY FIRST
Want to get a new look? Or want to know what suits
you? What the best look to work is, for you? Then
consider consulting the beauty experts at Bharti
Tanejas Alps Beauty Clinic. The director and now
Author of The Beauty Book, Taneja herself is a
recognised name in the fashion and beauty
industry who has worked with several actors in
Bollywood like Madhuri Dixit-Nene, Sushmita Sen
and Nafisa Ali. She started with a small set up
called Alps Cosmetic Clinic in 1988 which has in
the last two decades mushroomed into 10 branches
all across Delhi NCR. They have a range of expert
services from the best hair treatments, cuts, styles;
treating acne, scars, wrinkles, stretch marks and the
best facials for your face type. And in case youre
getting married or know someone that is, you TRY GETTING A
MAKEOVER TO
could bring them here for consultations for the
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www.alpsbeautyclinic.com YOUR BODY
BEAUTY IN A BOTTLE
Ancient texts describe neem as the - Organic Neem Oil (`625 for 200 ml) is a How exactly does this ancient oil work?
universal healer of all ailments. Little big draw for those with skin and hair Rich in antioxidants, neem oil fights free
wonder then that neem oil is a popular issues. Sourced from the farms of Tamil radicals and its high antibacterial and
beauty ingredient in Ayurvedic beauty Nadu, this cold-pressed oil is to be used antifungal action tackles skin problems
brands. Kama Ayurvedas newest product on clean skin. Massage the light neem oil such as acne, rashes, hyper-pigmentation
on your skin gently in upward direction and abrasions. It also moisturizes, thanks
onto face and neck. Leave it for 20-30 to its vitamin C and essential fatty acids
minutes and wash away with a mild soap- content. Besides, it clarifies the hair and
free cleanser. Alternatively, massage this scalp to beat dandruff, environmental
oil into your scalp. Let stay for 30 minutes damage and stimulates hair follicles for
and follow up with a mild shampoo and improved hair volume and growth.
conditioner. For use on sensitive facial www.kamaayurveda.com
skin and scalp, it is recommended to
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almond or sesame oil. FACT: NEEM OIL HAS ANTISEPTIC
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PROPERTIES.
MAKE FAMILY TIME MORE FUN
PLAY TIME
Need a family outing? Head to DLF Cyber Hubs Smaaash, a gaming
complex in the heart of Gurgaon. Theres an array of fun activities like
virtual reality shows, live cricket, Formula 1 simulators, bowling alley
and even 3D and 4D gaming. A great place to spend some family time
with your children. Then, when youre parched, head to Unforked Cafe
+ Bar for some great food. Choose between the popular buffet, three
cheese pizza and plenty more.
DLF Cyber Hub, Cyber City, Gurgaon (0124 394 0188);
www.Smaaash.in
LITTLE DETAILS
Looking to do up your babys
bedroom? Maspars latest tiny-tot
version called Little Maspar will
brighten up the space. The label
has launched three collections
called: Little Sailor, Ballerina and
Zoo Keeper. The products range
from blankets, crib bumpers, bib
sets bed sheets, cushion covers,
pillow cases, rugs and towel sets
for your baby. All fabric products
are made in antimicrobial
treatment making it safe and
germ-free for your child.
www.maspar.com
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CROWNING GLORY
Scratch salon is the brainchild of Pammy Kaul, a beauty and nail
art expert. The concept is inspired from the boutique salons of
London and Milan in the way they serve their clients. Its a one
stop shop that addresses all your hair and beauty needs. It is a
unique neighborhood salon and is influenced by the classic
European design ethos and delivering service excellence at
affordable prices. Scratch salons are already established and well
functioning in Chandigarh, Amritsar, Patiala, Khanna, Jalandhar
and New Delhi. Check it out!
91 9910 646423 (Lodhi Road, New Delhi); 0172 332 8183
(Chandigarh)
FUSION POWER
If you love adding Indian accents and elements to
your wardrobe every now and then, Ws latest
Spring Summer 2016 collection is tailor-made for
you. The latest collection showcases clothes that
have Indian asthetics, but at the same time go
very well with Western wear! The collection
comprises of: Floor length flowy kurtas, knee-
length kurtas, cropped cotton pants, cotton
culottes, as well as printed gilets in all lengths.
Theres plenty from which you can choose from!
Each and every item has interesting prints. Mixing and
matching has never been so much more fun! Look up the
brand shake things up in your closet.
Available countrywide in W stores; www.wforwoman.com
Food
blogger,
Anubhav
Sapras...
SNACK TIME
Children or adults, French fries are everyones favourite
snack. Try Cremicas latest offering - their ready-to-eat
French Fries in the comfort of your home. The perfect
batch of fries are salty, light, crispy and not greasy. You
can carry them around without the fear of the fries
going soggy. Just take out,
pop it open and bite away.
CHINESE BHEL
They are delicious, and come
PREPARATION TIME: 25 MINS;
COOKING TIME: 30 MINS; SERVES: 3
with a ketchup satchet. A great
Noodles 100gms (boiled and fried)
companion when you feel the
Tomato Ketchup 3 tbsp
Schezwan sauce 1sp
need to munch and when you
Onion 1 Tbsp have your guests over.
Green capsicum 1 tbsp
Salt (to taste)
White pepper
Chat Masala (to taste)
METHOD
1. Take fried noodles in a mixing bowl.
2. Add tomato ketchup, Schezwan sauce, Available
salt, white peper, onion, and capsicum. at your
3. Mix all dry ingredients well with chat nearest
masala. 4. Garnish it with chopped grocery
coriander. Serve fresh. store
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