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Auramah Valley is becoming the preferred option by many in Himachal

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
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

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
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.”
SHANGRI-LA’S – EROS HOTEL, NEW DELHI CELEBRATED GLOBAL WELLNESS WEEK WITH AN AQUA AEROBICS SESSION

SHANGRI-LA’S – EROS HOTEL, NEW DELHI CELEBRATED GLOBAL WELLNESS WEEK WITH AN AQUA AEROBICS SESSION

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
Shangri-La’s – Eros Hotel, New Delhi celebrated Global Wellness Week, an international celebration of health and wellness with a session of aqua aerobics by renowned fitness trainer Kiran Sawhney on Tuesday, 7 June, 2016. Kiran Sawhney is one of the most sought after personal fitness trainer in the country with over two decades of experience in water aerobics, including aqua zumba, pilates and kickboxing.

Aqua Aerobics offers multiple health benefits for any fitness level and helps in increasing the overall physical fitness, it helps in weight reduction and toning up the body. Additionally, Aqua Aerobics also ensures that the joints and the cardiovascular system are protected during the exercise.


Aqua Aerobics is perfect for the sweltering summer heat and makes the body feel refreshed and rejuvenated, A one-hour session of Aqua Aerobics can help burn up to 850 calories since water resistance increases the intensity of the exercise. The technical explanation for this is that since water is 12-14 times thicker than air, the movements carried on in water create a greater impact on the body. The session starts with basic walking on the pool floor followed by cardio and core strengthening exercises. As opposed to other workout routines, Aqua Aerobics is a fun activity, which can be enjoyed by all age groups.
Kiran Sawhney’s aqua aerobics classes are available from 3 June 2016 on every Tuesday and Friday evening until 31 July, 2016.
Venue: Shangri-La’s – Eros Hotel, New Delhi, 19 Ashoka Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001
Timings: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, Every Tuesday and Friday
Cost: Rs. 1,000 all inclusive per person per session.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts celebrates Global Wellness Day
On Saturday, June 11, Shangri-La hotels and resorts around the world will invite guests, colleagues and communities to find their #ParadiseWithin on Global Wellness Day, an international celebration of health and wellness. From 10-minute massages and juice bars to beach-side yoga and healthy cooking demonstrations, Shangri-La, Traders, Kerry and Hotel Jen properties will host free wellness activities and offerings surrounding Global Wellness Day to promote healthy and mindful living.
From Hong Kong to Borneo, Global Wellness Day offerings will be unique to each destination and property. Hotels and resorts will incorporate unique local attractions, such as a rooftop spin class in Taipei that will overlook the cityscape and Taipei 101 building or a city bicycle tour to Pudong Expo Park in Shanghai. Hotels and resorts will also integrate local offerings into Global Wellness Day celebrations, such as healthy refreshments prepared by the in-house tea sommelier following a garden yoga session in Singapore or a Rooted in Nature cooking demonstration using locally-sourced ingredients by the executive chef in Penang.
Shangri-La will celebrate Global Wellness Day with the global community on social media. Guests and colleagues can join the movement by hashtagging posts with #ParadiseWithin and #GWD2016.

Mouth Drooling Pan Asian Cuisine at Dimcha…!

Mouth Drooling Pan Asian Cuisine at Dimcha…!

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
If you love dimsums, this is the place for you, if you don’t love dimsums, visit Dimcha and you will fall in love with them. This place is just perfect for not just dimsum lovers but also anyone who craves authentic Pan-Asian Cuisine.
I recently visited this cozy and comfortable looking place situated in Epicuria, Nehru Place.
The evening began with Kiwi Mint Cooler and Gari & Lemon Grass Cooler, these mocktails alone will make you go back to the place again and again, they were simply amazing. I loved them both equally.

Next we tried two varieties of soups Khao-Suey Soup and Baa Mee Tom, both were delectable. Very filling yet light. The texture, the taste, everything was just perfect. Must try.


Next was Raw Papaya Salad, and I have to admit it was one of the best salads I have eaten in the recent time. Crunchy, light, juicy and full of taste, perfect adjectives to describe the salad.


It was now the turn for trying out dimsums, and even before eating one falls in love with the way they are presented, so colourful and vibrant. Green, Yellow, Red, amazing colours and awesome taste. I tried Chilli Garlic Dumpling, Kenya Bean Dumpling, Hoisin Chicken Dumpling and Spicy Prawn Dumpling, all of them were great, but the Prawn dumpling became my favourite.


Now for the most amazing thing I ever tasted, it was the Red Turnip cake, now for me, I have never even tasted turnip in my life and somehow always disliked it without eating, but the Red Turnip Cake at Dimcha, made me a fan of its. I am simply, truly and madly in love with the dish. It was mindblowing, and one cannot just make out that you having Turnip. I can go back to this place again and again just to eat this red Turnip Cake.


Next we tried some Crispy Tofu Crushed Black pepper, the taste was just awesome, it was followed by French Bean in Black Bean Sauce, once again I not bean lover and yet this tasted just awesome and after trying one bean reluctantly, I had to take a generous serving for myself. Diced Chicken in Black Bean Sauce ad Steamed Fish in Banana leaf were the next and by now all I can say is that nothing can go wrong at this place, nothing at all. The chickens, the fish, both were amazing. 


I felt too full relishing all this food, that I had no place to try their main course and desserts, but I am definitely going back there very soon and try out whatever is left, from the menu.
Between the culinary experiences, I also got a chance to enjoy a brief master class by the chef where he shared his recipe of the amazing Raw Papaya Salad and some other delicacies too.


Overall I rate this place a generous 4.5 and highly recommend all my readers to visit it soon for a great gastronomic experience.

Dimcha Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

Fawad Khan gets candid with Giovani Loyalists..!

Fawad Khan gets candid with Giovani Loyalists..!

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
Meeting few people is like striking off a task from your bucket list, they are just like a dream come true, and this is exactly what happened when I met Fawad Khan at the Giovani Event.
Giovani the quintessential Suits and Jackets brand, from Future Lifetsyle Fashions celebrated #Meetthegiovaniman- a meet and greet event for its loyal customers to meet the Giovani man himself- Fawad Khan.
The event was packaged with unforgettable moments for the Giovani loyalists, who were also Fawad fans and fashion followers. They were thrilled to be a part of this fun-filled evening. They not only got an opportunity for an informal chat with Fawad but also garnered some interesting style tips from the man himself.


Earlier this month, Giovani ran #MEETTHEGIOVANIMAN contest across social platforms and also instore. On FB and Instagram, the contest was all about fans uploading their Fawad moments through dubsmash videos. On Twitters, the fans were aksed to complete a saying,”I love Fawad Khan because…”. At store level an on spot quiz on Fawad was organized abd those who answered right got a chance to meet him in person. In all, 7 winners were selected through a lucky draw, who got once in a lifetime chance to meet Fawad and share some candid moments with him.


I did not win any contest, but the benefits of being a blogger came my way and I felt truly blessed to be part of the event.
Walking in a baby pink coat with brown pants and shoes, one look at Fawad and he truly melted the hearts away as he walked in the banquet hall at Radisson Blu Hotel, Noida.
He looked every inch royal and Sauvé, and yet very very humble and casual in his approach.

Speaking at the event he said, “I am extremely elated to be a part of this meet and greet event by Giovani. It is my great pleasure to interact with Giovani loyal customers who are also my fans. I must say that Giovani suits fits me perfectly and adds that extra glam to my style quotient. I am also glad to see the Giovani’s spring summer collection; the range looks classy abd elegant as always. It compliments the latest trends and my personal style.”


After the meet and greet session with each category winner, a q&a was organized for all present, where in people asked Fawad questions about his personal fashion style to upcoming movies and his journey in the Hindi Film Cinema.


It was a great event, the winners got opportunities to get clicked with Fawad, and though I wasn’t a winner, but this was one opportunity I wasn’t going to miss. My son who also attended the event with me is a little fawad fan, and making him step forward, we jumped at an occasion where Fawad was standing alone, and made the most of it but getting a quick selfie and comfortable hugs with him.


I loved him earlier, but now after meeting Fawad I have become a bigger fan of his, his humility and charm are just electrifying.
Thanks Giovani for this great experience.

MasterChef Australia Judge George Calombaris finds his Sous-Chef in Godrej’s Cuisine Regale

MasterChef Australia Judge George Calombaris finds his Sous-Chef in Godrej’s Cuisine Regale

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
Cuisine Regale, a premium lifestyle modular kitchen gallery brand, treated Bangalore foodies to an exciting masterclass conducted by Masterchef Australia judge, George Colambaris! Food aficionados in the city lived up their dream as they learnt George’s kitchen tips and tricks from the man himself. The Masterclass was held on the 4th of June at the international food carnival,‘World on a Plate’.
 

 
Tossing up some yummy delights for his guests, George also shared his experience at Cuisine Regale’s kitchen. He said,“I am very excited to be back in India be a part of World On A Plate. I love the food here and can’t wait to explore new flavors and cuisine. The popularity of diverse cuisines and willingness to experiment is immense amongst the current generation. It is due to brands like Cuisine Régale that foodies can continue to experiment and enjoy the experience of cooking.”  
 
 
Speaking on the occasion Kiran Soans, CEO of Gold Rush Entertainmentsaid, “At Gold Rush Entertainment we believe in bringing quality experiences to our consumers. Our previous association with George Calombaris to Bangalore was a raging success. This gave birth to the idea of World on a Plate with all the three faces of the show- George Calombaris, Gary Mehigan and Matt Preston. The weekend promises to be an exhilarating experience as they take fans in Bangalore on an exciting and inspiring culinary journey”.
 
 
The Masterclass series were part of an impressive line-up of events and activitiesthat catered to the varied taste of visitors at the
food carnival. The celebrations began with celebrity chefs George Calombaris, Gary Mehigan, and Matt Preston conducting Masterclasses and setting up pop-up restaurants much to the delight of the audience.
‘World on a plate’ brought together the best restaurants and food places of India under one roof. The festival was a delight for foodies to experiment and experience great food, along withlively music and entertainment.
 
About Cuisine Regale:

Cuisine Regale is India’s most premium lifestyle modular kitchen gallery brand. An innovation driver for the group, design thinking has been at the core of Cuisine Regale. The brand has been developed keeping in mind user and human centricity. Differentiating it from any other local or international brand in this space, Cuisine Regale is built on anthropometric, ergonomics and our consumers cooking styles. From creating interesting consumer touch points in the galleries, to expert guidance by designers to building solutions for kitchens including appliances & accessories, as well as complete turnkey kitchen solutions, Cuisine Regale is the destination for all who aspire to create spaces that treat family and friends, have finer tastes, seeks products which serve multiple needs and loves to build memories.
Turkish Airlines Creates Inflight Experiences to Celebrate UEFA EURO 2016 TM

Turkish Airlines Creates Inflight Experiences to Celebrate UEFA EURO 2016 TM

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra


 Awarded “Best Airline in Europe” for five consecutive years*, and being the carrier with the most extensive country coverage in the world -289 destinations in 115 countries-, Turkish Airlines takes an active interest in Europe’s sporting and cultural events. To excite fans before and during the championship, the airline will be providing passengers with unique experiences to allow them to enjoy UEFA EURO 2016TM, whether on ground or in the sky.
 
 
International passengers flying on Turkish Airlines’ fleet of widebody aircraft – Boeing 777s and Airbus A330s— will be able to stream matches live onto their screens. Meanwhile, passengers in Turkish Airlines’ lounges across Turkey will also be able to watch the competition in their pre-flight comfort. Additionally, those in the airline’s award-winning business class lounge in Istanbul will be able to play the official EURO 2016 console game, which will be synchronized to reflect the tournament’s results. Turkish Airlines will also be running special activities for football fans in four different cities across France.
 
 
Turkish Airlines’ Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Ahmet Olmuştur said: “Upgrading our passengers’ experience is at the heart of everything we do at Turkish Airlines and our partnership with UEFA EURO 2016 TM gives us another great opportunity to do just this. Whether at the airport or at 37,000 feet, we will help unleash the fan passion in all our passengers by allowing them to experience the joy of the tournament, no matter where they are.”
These initiatives will be complimented by a specially designed menu card for Turkish Airlines passengers departing Istanbul’s Ataturk Airport.  Those flying on select flights to France during the tournament will also have the chance to win tickets to UEFA EURO 2016 TM matches via an onboard raffle competition. 

The carrier has also partnered with the global football network, Copa90, to discover what football means to fans across the UEFA EURO 2016 TM nations. In advance of the tournament, Copa90 and Turkish Airlines will explore different cultures, experiences and passions of football fans from 10 countries in 10 days. Fans can follow the journeys undertaken by four selected filmmakers and social creators on the ‘Meet Europe’s Best’ microsite (www.MeetEuropesBest.com) and Turkish Airlines’ social channels.
Travel, party and make style statements with your hair..

Travel, party and make style statements with your hair..

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
With Delhi’s scorching heat, Delhiites are planning weekend getaways with their friends and family, to escape the summer heat. Gone are the days, when summers were spent indoors or meeting distant relatives. Indians seem to be caught in the daily grind of corporate life and hence do not miss any opportunity for a fun filled getaway.
Here is the time to relax and unwind. Plan a solo trip or explore places with your best buddies and look stunning in all your travel pictures with picture perfect hairdos.

Travellers make the most random plans with minimum baggage while travelling for a vacation. One doesn’t need hair styling equipments to give them a vivacious look. Experts from Advanced Hair Studio, give you some classy hair style tips without any fuss to look ultra-glamorous on your holidays.
1.     Twisty Ponytail – When travelling on long trips, simply tie your hair up in a ponytail to avoid messy hair. But to give it a twist, we suggest an easy and trendy version of it by twisting hair twice or thrice and then tying up in a ponytail. You can do it high or low as per your face structure.

2.     Natural Waves – This is one of the best and easy hair styles for vacations. Simply keep the hair loose and apply some hair products like hair mousse on damp hair and let it dry naturally. This is the best hair style to be carried in hot and humid weather, without worrying about your hair getting frizzy.


3.     Funky Braids – Braids have always fascinated well known fashionistas. Be it a night party or an afternoon luncheon, braids work wonders on girls. From a non-fussy, neat braid to loose, partial braids, one can look alluring as per the occasion.
Among other trending hairstyles are ‘side braids’ which are quick and stylish. Simply do a hair up-do from these braids by twisting them up in different directions and carefully putting hair pins wherever required.


Courtesy: Head -hairexpert from Advanced Hair Studio

Salads at Smoke House Deli are your oasis this season!

Salads at Smoke House Deli are your oasis this season!

Posted on by Aditi Malhotra
Delhi’s heat is no one’s favourite – to take the heat off your mind, Smoke House Deli’s curated menu of scrumptious and nutritious salad offerings within a relaxed setting is what you need. The refreshing collection of salads is just what you need to tackle the temperature.
Whether you are looking for savoury, sweet or even vegan salads, Smoke House Deli’s complete list of mouth-watering salads complement a wide variety of palates. Not your typical day salads, Smoke House Deli has around 15 salads with different variations that could become your go to options this season.


The Arugula, Smoked Beetroot and Tangerine salad is the perfect choice for citrus lovers and will definitely keep you hydrated, even under the scorching Sun, and of course, we haven’t forgotten our vegan friends. Smoke House Deli offers a wide variety of vegan and gluten-free salads. You can now enjoy your food guilt-free and lactose-free. The Bean Sprouts and Crispy Quinoa with Brown Rice Flakes, accompanied by sunflower seeds and fresh carrot ribbons, topped off with a delectable guava reduction is a crowd favourite. For poultry lovers, The Coronation Chicken Salad gives you your daily dose of protein and fibre in the most delicious and fresh way you can imagine.
Packed with superfoods, the Bean Sprouts and Crispy Quinoa with Brown Rice Flakes and the Grilled Peach and Papaya with Amaranth Granola are must haves.


Keep it cool with Smoke House Deli’s other signatures like the Smoked Chicken and Cranberries Salad with Orange Vodka Dressing and the Smoked Beetroot Salad with Tangerine and Asparagus.
Ease off this summer with a light salad and smoothie at a Smoke House Deli near you!
Hours – 11 am – midnight, 7 days a week
Meal for 2 – Rs. 1500 plus taxes
For reservations – DLF Place, Saket – +91 7838520899, DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj – +91 8826131170, Khan Market – 011 43562820, Hauz Khas Village – +91 7838659992

Instagram: @SmokeHouseDeli

Here is a sneak peak at the special salads menu



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