Day: June 14, 2016

Guest Post by Lexhan Menkiti- The Cycle of Maturity

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra


Man A: Hey you!, take a seat there and sit tight for your turn to venture forward.
Man B: Try not to address me in that tone and way next time, you ought to get your words together before you say them.
Man A: Hi! it would be ideal if you can have a sit and sit tight for your turn before you venture forward.
Man B: O!, sorry, I didn’t know I needed to do as such, much thanks for telling me.
Who was discourteous?
Who acted matured in there with their reactions?



A sneak peek


Turkish Airlines Takes Surprise David Guetta UEFA EURO 2016TM Anthem Music Video across Europe

Turkish Airlines Takes Surprise David Guetta UEFA EURO 2016TM Anthem Music Video across Europe

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
Turkish Airlines, Europe’s best airline for five consecutive years*, this week takes  David Guetta’s UEFA EURO 2016TManthem to the 24 competing nations in this year’s tournament.  Football and David Guetta fans in each participating nation can enjoy bespoke music videos with a local twist. The star’s music video for ‘This One’s For You’ was unveiled on Friday, 10 June. The Turkish Airlines presented film amassed nearly half a million views within its first day.


Turkish Airlines is the Official Airline Partner to this summer’s competition, and has taken part in a number of initiatives to ignite passion in Europe’s football fans. As the carrier that flies to the most international destinations, Turkish Airlines takes an active interest in Europe’s sporting and cultural events.
Passengers travelling on Turkish Airlines will be able to stream it on their in-flight entertainment systems.  As part of Turkish Airline’s #EuropesBest campaign, the carrier has also teamed up with music streaming service Spotify. To bring to life the diversity of Europe’s footballing fans, the top-charting songs from each competing nation is aggregated into a playlist (called Europe’s Best Songs), which is available on Spotify or on the campaign’s microsite, meeteuropesbest.com.
Ahmet Olmuştur, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Turkish Airlines, said: “Music has always been a big part of football. Chants that echo around stadia have brought fans together for decades, and this new song and video from David Guetta will do just that. Turkish Airlines is thrilled to be featured in the ‘This One’s For You’ video, and we’re all looking forward to a successful tournament.”
‘This One’s For You’ was written and produced by David Guetta and features Zara Larsson, the latest Swedish pop sensation. One million fans also took part in the recording of the song through a special application created by UEFA. David Guetta performed the song at a free concert under the Eiffel Tower in Paris on June 10.   
Turkish Airlines, Inc.
About Turkish Airlines:
Established in 1933 with a fleet of five aircraft, Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines is a 4-star airline today with a fleet of 319 (passenger and cargo) aircraft flying to 289 destinations worldwide with 240 international and 49 domestic. According to Skytrax survey of 2015, Turkish Airlines was chosen “Europe’s Best Airline” for the fifth and “Best Airline in Southern Europe” for the seventh consecutive year. Having won in 2010 the world’s “Best Economy Catering Service”, in 2013 the world’s “Best Business Catering Service”, and in 2014 “Best Business Catering Service” awards, Turkish Airlines was  awarded the world’s “Best Business Class Lounge Dining” and “Best Business Airline Lounge”  prizes in 2015 Skytrax survey. More information about Turkish Airlines can be found on www.turkishairlines.com.
About Star Alliance:
The Star Alliance network was established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance to offer worldwide reach, recognition and seamless service to the international traveller. Its acceptance by the market has been recognized by numerous awards, including the Air Transport World Market Leadership Award and Best Airline Alliance by both Business Traveller Magazine and Skytrax. The member airlines are: Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asiana Airlines, Austrian, Avianca, Brussels Airlines, Copa Airlines, Croatia Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, EVA Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, SWISS, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, THAI and United. The integration of Avianca Brasil is currently in progress. Overall, the Star Alliance network currently offers more than 18,500 daily flights to 1,321 airports in 193 countries For additional information visit www.staralliance.com and/or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube or LinkedIn.

Restaurant Review- IC’s Hotel, Jamia Nagar

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
“Never Judge A Book By Its Cover” a very famous saying that sometimes really holds true in practical aspects of life. I recently went to this eatery called IC’s Hotel and no other phrase can describe this place better. It’s a small hotel situated in the hustling bustling street of Jamia Nagar and may be just because of the location and the surroundings you will end up giving it a skip, but I assure you, once you open the door and enter the property, you will be very pleasantly surprised. Its chic, classy and very appropriate to take the entire family out for relishing a authentic mughlai cuisine. There is no dirth of outlets/restaurants serving authentic Mughlai Cuisine in Jamia, but there are not many places where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the meals with entire family, most other restaurants don’t have appropriate sitting space and environment, but this place is definitely different.

Now coming to food, this place does serve finger licking good food and you will crave for more.
Starters:
Tandoori Chicken- Succulent and perfectly spiced, this dish is delectable and a must try.
Mutton Seekh Kebab- Authentic Mughlai, these were delicious and all meat lovers will really admire the taste.
Hara Bhara Kebab- Tender and mild, these kebabs are perfect for the vegetarians.
Paneer Tikka- Appropriately spiced, diced pieces of cottage cheese certainly make for a delightful dish for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. I have hardly come across a person who doesn’t love Paneer Tikka.
Main Course:
Chicken Korma- This is one of their signature dishes, but its nothing like the usual Chicken Korma we get at other restaurants. Its chef’s own version and creation and I think it should be called chef’s special rather than Chicken Korma, because for those who are looking to savour authentic mughlai chicken korma, this might be a little disappointing in terms of expectations vs reality, though the chicken in itself was delicious.
Dal Makhani- Perfect creamy texture, the dal makhani was a perfect accompaniment.
Kadhai Paneer- Very creamy and mildly spciced, again kadhai paneer was not like the usual kadhai paneer we are used to having. It was really nice and I am sure all vegetarians will love it.
Kadhai Vegetable- Though the gravy of kadhai paneer and kadhai vegetables were very similar, its surely one of the best dishes they have, especially in veg option. One must try it.
Desserts:
This was the best part of the entire meal, we had gulab jamuns and they were simply mouth melting. This is definitely something that everyone should try.

My overall experience at the place was great and I truly feel that sometimes we end up overlooking a nice place just because of the surroundings, but I request my readers to give it a try and you wont be disappointed.

Aura at Claridges organises special Ladies Night..!

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
This June, there’s an added reason for all the ladies out there to celebrate every Friday, as Aura, The Vodka Bar at The Claridges, New Delhi prepares itself to delight all the women in the city with a heady mix of cocktails and music and finger licking food.
This Friday I happened to witness this exclusivity and simply loved it.

On the menu for the ladies night were some unique vodka concoction that shouldn’t be missed. The Rooftop Lemonad, a combination of fresh fruits flavors like mandarin, lime, cucumber, fresh mint and smokiness of star anise with Absolut citron & sparkling water is all you need to begin you weekend in style.
The Trouble Maker is a perfect blend of Absolut mandarin with sweetness of strawberry & freshness of cucumber.
Indulge in the Aura-Let, a sweet & spicy innovation of Absolut India, mango juice and lime that will definitely keep your spirits high.
You can also just simply sip of the Sun Bath, a spicy combination of Absolut pepper, mango syrup, cranberry and lime or the Blue Moon, a classic drink blue lagoon with the twist of raw mango or the Absolut Passion or Absolut Masala.
Aura is the place to be for all the ladies looking for fun Friday evenings! The place is cozy, comfortable and perfect to unwind over the weekend.
The finger food served was excellent. The Amritsari Fish Fingers were truly awesome. I simply enjoyed myself and look forward to visit again with my girl gang.
Details:
Day: Fridays
Time: 7:30 pm onwards

Address: Aura, The Claridges – 12, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi – 110011

Aura - The Claridges Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

Auramah Valley is becoming the preferred option by many in Himachal

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Mr. Manav Singh, a business graduate from Menlo College, California always had a keen interest in real estate, IT, and infrastructure. A true ‘Himachali’ at heart and as the Chairman and Founder of Imperial group with businesses in private air charter, aircraft spare parts, air ambulance, assisted living projects and high end luxury real estate, he ensures that you live a life in style, comfort and luxury.


He has not only achieved excellence in business but is also immensely respected for his social outlook and work. At one of this real estate projects in Himachal – Auramah Valley focuses on assisted living and luxury villas. Equipped with a helipad and a complete clubhouse with plenty of activities, Auramah Valley is becoming the preferred option by many. With the project spread across 75 acres of forest and hillside, he has made sure the life of the locals are not disrupted and in-turn merged them in with the development. Mr. Singh has built a school as an attempt to elevate education in the area. He has introduced a state of the art water harvesting system with new farming techniques, which has created plenty of scope and employment for women and the old. Always dressed in shades of dark blue and green and a towering Indian flag on the property, shows his love and affection towards his country.
Mr. Manav Singh, spends atleast 6-8 months a year in Auramah Valley, driving around in his classic Willys Jeep, signifies how modest and homely he is. With an exceptional understanding of the need of his clients and comfort being its utmost priority, he has been defining luxury all over again as well as keeping in mind the development and growth of the not so fortunate. He is a true motivation and has been a marvelous exemplar for many.
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Monte Carlo opens its new flagship store at DLF Mall of India, Noida

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Monte Carlo, a leading fashion brand of the country, today opened its latest flagship store in Delhi NCR at the DLF Mall of India, expanding its sales footprint in the capital territory with an aim to target the elite and upwardly mobile population of the city.

Spread across 1600 sq feet, the store is Monte Carlo’s second exclusive brand outlet in the Noida region and offers its fashionable collection and dressing range. With a significant presence at India’s largest mall which registers a large number of footfall Monte Carlo is expected to garner sales up to 5 lacs on the day of launch of the store.
The store was officially inaugurated today by Mr. Sandeep Jain, Executive Director, Monte Carlo Fashion Ltd, who spoke about the rapid expansion witnessed by Monte Carlo in recent years, buoyed by the growing popularity of the brand. The company’s products reach the end user through different channels including Exclusive Brand Outlets, Multi Brand Outlets, Large Format Stores as well as e-commerce websites. Monte Carlo currently has over 225 Exclusive Brand Stores, over 1500 Multi Brand Outlets and more than 60 Large Format Stores.
“This is our largest store in the entire Delhi NCR region and given its presence at one of the city’s most popular malls, it gives us a strategic presence and visibility. In recent years, we have worked aggressively on expanding our footprint across the country with twin strategies of adding stores as well as diversifying our product offerings to meet the varied needs of different customers. Monte Carlo today offers a massive range of all season apparel for the fashion savvy consumers and its up-scale fashion offerings have captivated a dedicated and loyal following,” said Mr. Swapan Dutta, President, Retail, Monte Carlo Fashion Ltd.
Monte Carlo, which already has several outlets in the city and also sells through numerous multi-brand outlets, is now aiming to establish a larger footprint and brand value. Keeping pace with the latest fashion and trends, Monte Carlo has also unveiled a series of fresh summer collections including floral collections, tweens’ dresses, fusion wear and summer sportswear, among others.
The main objective of the brand is to stand up to buyers’ expectations and maintain the USP of the brand with respect to quality and designs. Monte Carlo works with an experienced workforce, state of the art machinery and top-notch raw material.
ABOUT MONTE CARLO FASHION LIMITED
With the years of enriched experience & expertise, Monte Carlo has successfully established itself as a respectable and ethical player in the apparel industry. It has cemented a stronghold in the garment industry with its huge range of all season clothing. It is one of the few fashion apparel brands that are listed at Bombay Stock Exchange & National Stock Exchange.

Monte Carlo’s products reach the end user through different channels like, Exclusive Brand Outlets, Multi Brand Outlets & Large Formats Stores. Currently, Monte Carlo is available through more than 225 Exclusive Brand Outlets & over 1500 Multi Brand Outlets in India and abroad. Monte Carlo has also marked its presence in Nepal & Bangladesh with its exclusive outlets. The company’s products are also available online now, retailing through its dedicated website www.montecarlo.in and is also available on other leading ecommerce portals such as Jabong, Myntra, Snapdeal, Amazon etc.
Strands Salon continues their growth by launching a new outlet at Punjabi Bagh

Strands Salon continues their growth by launching a new outlet at Punjabi Bagh

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
Strands salon recently announced the opening of its new location, at 55, basement, west avenue road, Punjabi bagh. Strands celebrated their much anticipated grand opening with eminent personality  Ms. Kishwar Merchant, family & friends. Strands Salon includes modern interior elements that complement the custom design amenities located throughout the studio. Strands feels proud on providing an uplifting experience for the clients. Strands is dedicated to consistently providing high customer satisfaction by rendering excellent service, quality products, and furnishing a professional environment at acceptable price/value relationship.

Big Boss participant Ms Kishwar Merchant gave her immense presence & said “I view strands not just as a salon, but an experience. Their mission is to provide high quality beauty services by highly educated stylist in an elegant, well designed setting so every client feels confident & beautiful.”


Speaking on the occasion Mr. Naunihal Singh CEO Strands said, “I am indeed happy to announce another milestone in the history of salon. Our  mission  is not view our customers as a job. No two customers are alike when it comes to beauty products. The diversity and variety of products we offer allow us to customize each individual’s characteristic to create an ultimate experience.”


Ms. Raman Ghai, VP Operations, Strands said, “I am unable to express my pleasure into words for this new opening as the business will get a boost from this location. Our salon has a great streamline operations which has got a scope for trainees to keep their skills sharp & practicing cutting edge styles behind the scenes. This new inning will double the benefit of customers & the salon as well.”