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This Women’s day Honour Your Lady with Subtle Appreciation

The contribution of ladies in fostering a society in a country like India is frequently disregarded. However a lot more people have recently begun paying attention more on women empowerment and orientation equality drives. Like you can’t evaluate the commitment, love, and penance a lady offers in her whole lifetime, the same way their recognition must be valued in a society. Take a look at the ladies in your day to day existence who have been there and constantly assisted you with developing (by and by and expertly).

It’s an ideal opportunity to offer regard and thanks towards such women in your day to day existence. Women’s day is showing up and this is an ideal opportunity to show your mom, sister, spouse, companion, associate, boss and in a real sense, any lady who has added to your life in any capacity the amount she means to you.

1. Handmade Carpets for show of love:

Women generally love decorating and redecorating their rooms on special occasions. If you have someone who likes the same, this is the apt gift. Moreover there is an exceptional show of love in things that are handmade. Bring home some beautiful carpets from Saraf Furniture and choose from their exciting variety.

Carpets can be found here: https://www.insaraf.com/collections/carpets/products/lily-brown-shuttle-weave-durrie-with-hamming

Price: Rs. 1999

2. Solid Wooden Clock for Her Room:

If you have someone who is more interested in going after beautiful décor collections, then a solid wooden clock will be the perfect gift for them. By having that perfectly chosen clock in their room, they’ll be reminded of you more often than not. Go over Saraf Furniture’s online site and do the needful.

Find the Wooden Clock Here: https://www.insaraf.com/collections/wall-clocks/products/mellow-solid-wood-clock

Price: Rs. 1599

3. Scented Reed Diffusers:

Women generally have a knack for sweet smelling spaces. Impart a beguiling fragrance into your space with this Scented Reed Diffuser which is available in different fragrances. Gift the aromatic touch to your lady with this luxurious reed diffuser from Rosemoore. Sparkling ingredients are layered with each other for a youthful essence.

Find the diffusers here: https://www.rosemoore.co.in/collections/reed-diffuser/products/scented-reed-diffuser-lemon-grass

Price: Rs. 1592

4. Wall Art for Your Creative Member:

Creativity is dear to many. It is kind of an intangible feeling that keeps them going. Check out the beautiful wall art collection at Wooden Street Furniture to explore the goodness of wall art. It has a wide range of colours, textures and combinations. This woman’s day gives this thoughtful gift to someone who’ll cherish it a long time.

Wall Art Can be Found Here: https://www.woodenstreet.com/marie-wall-panel-without-glass-white-24-24

Price: 1989

“His sensibility in music & ability to capture the right emotion gives us much comfort & ease on every production” say music maestros Salim Sulaiman, over working with Director Shakti Hasija

As a well-established talent in the media biz, he was constantly on the lookout for something fresh and uncharted to bring to the audiences, always attempting to pull off the ‘rabbit out of the hat’ trick. But he was frequently confronted with the question, “Why mend something that isn’t broken?”

Pre 2020, it was common for people to attend large concerts by their loved music artists but with the start of the pandemic group gatherings seemed like a distant wish.

This forced a lot of traditional methods to be rethought and altered even with regards to how music should be consumed. Shakti found his voice as a director in the right place at the right time and that gave rise to Salim Sulaiman’s musical series Bhoomi – a unique concert at home experience that has garnered much love and attention from music lovers.

“Having collaborated with Shakti over the years, I’ve seen him evolve into a director who is equally gifted in his technical craft of filmmaking and storytelling. His sensibility in music & ability to capture the right emotion gives us much comfort & ease on every production.” say’s music maestros Salim Sulaiman

Bhoomi is now an annual musical that brings together some of the best talents from across the music scene under the curation of the celebrated duo Salim Sulaiman. Such a unique soundcape created the opportunity to even have a new visual experience where the viewer could experience a concert vibe from the comfort of their home.

Other than being a multi-talented editor, director and producer, Shakti spearheads his media company Industrywalas along with his partner and wife, Kunjan. The company is a preferred solution provider for ace production houses and OTT networks.

Interesting Ways To Use Papaya On The Face

by Dr. Blossom Kochhar

We often turn to our kitchen ingredients when we want to make a DIY pack at home, but there is one ingredient which might not be everyone’s favourite but has grave skin benefits. Papaya is filled with antioxidant properties which are not only good for our health but for our skin as well. It’s a rich source of antioxidants, vitamins A, C and E, pantothenic acid, folate, magnesium and potassium, and can be easily found in the market without being heavy on your wallet.

First let us look at some benefits of using papaya –

The best part is that it is suitable for all skin types

It is used to deep cleanse the skin; it removes all the dirt and oil that can lead to breakouts & acne.

It nourishes the skin and protects it from looking dull and dry.

Using papaya, you can counter the symptoms of aging. This can cut down on wrinkles and other signs of ageing. It will also kill dead skin cells and regulate pigmentation.

The tropical use of papaya can heal chronic skin ulcers and it protease enzymes that promote healing and soothe irritated skin

This amazing fruit will help you remove tan. Papain and vitamin A and C help to lighten the skin tone and prevent tanning.

Now, if you are looking for super effective home remedies to make your skin look young and fresh, let us look at some using papaya.

Mash about a cup of papaya and make it into a pulp, now add about 1-2 tablespoons of honey to it. Make a smooth paste and apply a thick layer on your face. Leave it for about 15-20 minutes and then rinse it with cold water. This pack will give you instant glow.

The juice of raw papaya can prevent breakouts and blemishes on your skin. Blend raw papaya to extract juice from it and then apply it on the affected area using cotton pads. Leave it for 10 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry your face.

Forget the painful ways of removing facial hair, it’s time to use this magical fruit to lighten facial hair. You can use raw papaya directly onto your face, the enzyme in papaya weakens the hair follicles and lightens the facial hair. If you use it regularly it will also prevent re-growth. You can also blend raw papaya and mix half cup of the paste with half teaspoon of turmeric powder. Mix well and apply this paste on your face. Once the face mask dries off, scrub it off and wash your face with warm water.

If you are looking to get rid of your acne then take a pulp of ½ cup papaya, add a teaspoon of honey, lemon juice and sandalwood powder. Apply the pack evenly on your face and rinse it after 15 minutes. Use this pack every alternate day to get instant results.

Like we mentioned papaya also helps to hydrate and soothe skin, you really want to try this pack to get glowing results. Blend ¼ cup of ripe papaya with half cucumber and ¼ cup ripe banana, blend these together until you get a smooth paste. Apply this for 15 minutes and rinse it with cold water. Repeat this once a week.

Mash half cup of over ripe papaya, to this add one tablespoon and milk and honey. Apply it on your face and neck. This is an excellent pack to combat ageing as the alpha hydroxyl acids in it prevents signs of aging, such as wrinkles and fine lines. The vitamin E and C rejuvenates your skin.Papaya works like a charm when it comes to dealing with skin tan. Add half a cup of mashed papaya with quarter cup yoghurt, one teaspoon rose water and a pinch of turmeric. Apply it generously on your skin and leave it on for 15 minutes. Wash with cold water and pat dry.

Papaya contains vitamin C, and the juice of it is believed to work as a natural astringent and reduce excess production of sebum. Chop the ripe papaya into pieces. Squeeze the juice from the orange wedges, and mix with the chopped papaya. Mix well till you get a smooth paste.

An important thing to remember is, papaya might not suit your skin so always do a patch test on your hand or on your neck before applying the pack on your face.

Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Founder & Chairperson of the Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies

Oberoi Mall – International Food Festival 2022

Food is always a Good idea!

The Oberoi Mall is back with one of its most awaited events of the year – The International Food Festival 2022, starting from 10^th to 27^th February 2022. Oberoi Mall invites all the foodies around the city of Mumbai to satiate their hunger pangs!

At this International Food Festival, various food outlets, restaurants and cafes at Oberoi Mall are giving crazy discounts on the food menu. They are also offering specially curated cuisines for this festival with exclusive offers and discounts which can be availed only during this time of the year. Some of the participating brands in the International Food Festival 2022 includes Poetry by Love and Cheesecake, Mad Over Donuts (MOD), Starbucks, KBC, Malgudi, Wow! Momo, Wow! China etc.

To add to the excitement, the dine-in customers will get whooping 22% of their food bills as Club Uno reward points (Oberoi Mall’s rewards programme) on participating brands at the International Food Festival. The reward points earned can be redeemed against gift vouchers of various brands present at Oberoi Mall. The mall has also created a quirky photo-booth showcasing ‘Food is always a good idea’ which is a great platform for its patrons to create savoring moments with family and friends.

So, come and indulge in the celebration of food and pamper your taste buds with mouth-watering dishes from the best of food outlets in the city.

Date: 10^th to 27^th February 2022
Venue: Oberoi Mall, Goregaon (East) Oberoi Garden City,
Off. Western Express Highway,
Goregaon (East), Mumbai – 400 063.

Alia Bhatt in Delhi to promote Gangubai Kathiawadi

PHOTOGRAPHY-PHOTO EDITOR SHAZID CHAUHAN

Recently Alia Bhatt was in Delhi for the promotions of, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Gangubai Kathiawadi.

Wearing Pristine white sari insmall multi-colored polka dots on it with a matching white blouse,the actor looked very beautiful.

She completed the look with open tresses..She posed the Gangubai signature back namaste pose for the cameras.next to a bright red vintage car.

The film which also stars Ajay Devgn, Vijay Riaz and Huma Qureshi in extended cameo roles. is based on the true story of Gangubai Harjivandas, whose life was documented in the book Mafia Queens of Mumbai penned by S. Hussain Zaidi.

Oberoi Mall – International Food Festival 2022

Food is always a Good idea!

So, come and indulge in the celebration of food and pamper your taste buds with mouth-watering dishes from the best of food outlets in the city.

Date: 10^th to 27^th February 2022

Venue: Oberoi Mall, Goregaon (East)

Oberoi Garden City,
Off. Western Express Highway,
Goregaon (East), Mumbai – 400 063.

Virginia – a truly travel-worthy Culinary Destination

If when you hear Virginia and gastronomy, all you can think of is deep-fried, comfort food and barbecue, stop and think again. Just across the border from America’s capital, Washington D.C., Virginia is a culinary destination on the cusp of true greatness, earning accolades from local critics and global connoisseurs alike. Some proof, just as a warmup:

Washington D.C.is one of the few American cities that boasts a Michelin Red Guide. The ONLY Three-Star Michelin restaurant in that guide, The Inn at Little Washington, is actually in Virginia, near Shenandoah National Park, more than 115 kilometers from the District.
Michelin starred chef Jean Georges Vongerichten just opened a restaurant at the newly remodeled luxury property Keswick Hall,Marigold by Jean George, near Charlottesville, VA, a more than two-hour drive from Washington D.C.
Seven of The Washington Post’sEight Road-Trip-Worthy Restaurants in Maryland and Virginia are in Virginia.
Virginia is the top producer of wild and farm-raised oysters on the East Coast. The Virginia Oyster Trail offers unique experiences you won’t find just anywhere, including Chef’s Table Tours where you dine in the water on fresh oysters pulled straight from the water, and a day-long Oyster Academy, where you can learn all about the Virginia oyster from expert watermen.
With more than 300 wineries, almost 300 craft breweries, 70+ distilleries (making spirits from award-winning bourbon to moonshine), as well as cideries and meaderies, Virginia has the perfect craft beverage to pair with any of its remarkable meals.

If we focused on restaurants across the entire state, it would take hours. So, let’s focus here on Richmond, a city that has been racking up national and international accolades as a must-visit destination for years now.Virginia’s capital city has an incredibly diverse food scene that celebrates the accessibility of delicious seafood and local produce through numerous, award-winning fusions.

From Basque cuisine and local oysters to South African, Szechuan, and even New Zealand-style pies, the flavours you fancy will be found in Virginia’s capital.Here are just a few examples to tempt your taste buds while highlighting Richmond’s incredibly diverse food scene:

Restaurant Adarra Dish Credit Nick Hancock

Named by Esquire Magazine as one of the Best Restaurants of 2020, Restaurant Adarraserves modern Basque cuisine with a bar that focuses on organic and natural wine.

Alewifeserves Mid-Atlantic seafood influenced by the famous Chesapeake Bay. Focusing on sustainability and minimizing food waste, Alewife works with a local program to recycle their oyster shells, and carefully chooses the fish they serve. They were named one of GQ Magazine’sBest New Restaurants in America for 2019.

At Lillie PearlChef Mike Lindseycombines West African heirloom ingredients and his North Carolina roots of Southern African American Cuisinefor an inventive take on New American cuisine.The restaurant and food are meant to inspire thoughts of visiting Grandma’s house.

A fancy and playful take on French cuisine, L’Opossum is known for its outstanding food and cheeky décor.

Peter Changhas won many culinary awards since beginning his career in the United States as a chef for the Chinese Embassy in Washington D.C. He serves his authentic Szechuan cuisine at two locations in the Richmond region.

New Zealand-style bakery Proper Pie is famous for sweet and savory pies.

A small batch ice cream shop and bakery,Ruby Scoops features unique flavors such as Thai basil, grasshopper pie and guava daiquiri, with plenty of vegan options. Co-owner Rabia Kamara, who recently appeared on (and won!) The Food Network’sBen & Jerry’s Clash of the Cones, is set to open Suzy Sno, a New Orleans-style snowball shop this winter.

Focusing on dishes andingredients from Virginia while supporting local fishermenand farmers is a hallmark of local favorite Shagbark.The name comes from a Shagbark hickory tree that grew along the James River, which runs right through the middle of the city.

BENETTON REVOLUTIONISES THE METAVERSE EXPERIENCE

United Colors of Benetton will transform its Corso Vittorio Emanuele store during Milan Fashion Week, aligning it with the brand’s new shop in the metaverse, which will open at the same time with the same experiential look and feel.

The term metaverse denotes a new generation of virtual reality, in which new technologies will make online interaction increasingly like that experienced in the real world. Thanks to investments announced in this area by companies like Facebook, the metaverse has established itself in just a few months as the computing platform of the future, with incredible potential from a media and creative perspective.

“We want to turn the immersive experience on its head,” states Massimo Renon, CEO of Benetton Group. “We will achieve this by creating the same emotional ecosystem in physical retail as will be available in the new virtual store in the metaverse, which will open in the next few weeks. Anyone visiting our Milan shop in Corso Vittorio Emanuele over the next few days will be able to immerse themselves in a world where physical reality and digital connection come together in an explosion of creativity, colour and sound.”

The United Colors of Benetton store in the metaverse will, however, take a fresh approach. ‘Visitors’ will not buy clothes but will instead participate in gaming experiences that will allow them to accumulate QR codes, which can then be used to make purchases in physical shops. In this manner, the brand creates an additional touchpoint with the consumer, enhancing its omnichannel strategy.

“We are one of the first brands to experiment with a distributed omnichannel model, one that creates a circular relationship between the physical world and the metaverse,” explains Antonio Patrissi, Chief Digital Officer of Benetton Group. “The aim is to offer a dimensional link between the present and the future, the real and the virtual, through a brand experience that is increasingly immersive and, above all, in tune with the language of young people.”

The virtual store will offer an experience mirroring what shoppers can expect when they visit the Corso Vittorio Emanuele location in the coming weeks. To mark Fashion Week, the Milan flagship store has been redecorated in pink, covering all areas – from the windows to the store interior itself, from hangers to shelves – and naturally emphasising the shades of the Benetton garments.

This temporary set-up, which will feature in the store for four weeks, is accompanied by the #playchange project. From 21 to 23 February, five talented individuals will be sharing their personal stories of change with Benetton, recounting the moments in their lives when they have had to reinvent themselves and take a different approach to allow them to move forward.

The five talents are radio presenter Andrea Delogu, TV presenter Stefano di Martino and social media stars Giulia Paglianiti, Davide Vavalà and Anna Ciati. The three TikTokers will also be in-store on 23 February from 5pm, when they will offer dedicated styling sessions to shoppers eager to try out new looks.

Yas Island Abu Dhabi

Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading entertainment and leisure destinations, is the best place for kids to visit this vacation. From the world’s fastest roller coaster, to its largest indoor theme park, to the highest indoor climbing wall and biggest skydiving chamber, Yas Island Abu Dhabi promises no one will ever be bored.

Parents can take their little ones to Yas Island’s award-winning theme parks, dotted across the Island including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, and Warner Bros. World^TMAbu Dhabi. Alternatively, kids can soar in a skydiving chamber or scale to new heights at the climbing wall at CLYMB^TMAbu Dhabi. And, with Kids Go Free, Yas Island’s immensely popular offer which includes kids’ entry into the destination’s leading theme parks in the cost of their parent’s tickets, families have every reason to visit Yas Island Abu Dhabi.

For some rest and relaxation, Yas Island has hotels galore such Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island and the W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island, which offers unparalleled views of the iconic Yas Marina Circuit. With over 2,000 rooms and suites across eight hotels, offering parents an incredible diversity of hospitality options ensuring their kids have the freedom to explore and experience the best of Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

Kids can gear up for the action and head down to Yas Marina Circuit. Home to the Formula 1^âEtihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, families can go on a motor-themed adventure with a hair-raising tour around the Circuit, and parents can even demonstrate why they rule the road when they hire one of the incredible cars available at Yas Marina Circuit.

Are your kid’s picky eaters? On Yas Island, there’s something for everyone. With 165 restaurants around Yas Island, the destination is bound to please the whole family. Make sure to check out Yas Marina, home to some of Abu Dhabi’s most luxurious super-yachts, with seven restaurants including the seafood eatery, Aquarium; the artisanal lounge, Iris Yas Island; and the iconic Cipriani restaurant.

If parents want to have some time for themselves while on vacation, Yas Island is the destination. They can head to Yas Links, the Middle East’s first true Links coastal golf course, ranked as the number two golf course in the Middle East. Alternatively, for a truly rejuvenating vacation, slip into a lounger at Yas Beach, and enjoy the sounds of the Arabian Gulf lapping the golden sands of Yas Island. And, if one is wanting to relish a shopping opportunity, Abu Dhabi’s largest mall, Yas Mall, offers a plethora of retail outlets, with 400 international brands and 79 restaurants and cafes.

Yas Island has all this and much more; so plan your Summer in advance & bring your kids to this exuberant land nestled on the golden coastline of Abu Dhabi & make the most of your child’s summer vacation by creating lasting memories with your loved ones.

Crocs Unveils the All-New Screen Ready Classic Solarized Collection

Crocs, Inc. a global leader in casual footwear for women, men, and children announced the launch of its latest Classic Solarized collection. An evolution of tie-dye, Solarized is a digitally created color play that captures an elevated and abstract aesthetic while playing fluidly in the nostalgic yet futuristic virtual space. Solarized is “screen ready”, coming alive through phone and laptop screens.

The Solarized collection ramps up the color and energy with a digitally created graphic that sends this style straight into the future. It’s fun yet elevated, abstract yet accessible and meshes the physical world with the virtual one. It’s a perfect collection for athletes, gamers, and digital natives who live up to this trendy world as it allows them to express their unique style in the hyper-connected world we live in today.

The new Solarized pattern is interpreted through Crocs’ most iconic silhouettes including the Classic Clog, Classic Sandal and Classic Slide, proving that the possibilities for making a style statement are endless.

Classic Solarized Clog

Bright graphics combine with iconic Crocs comfort in the Classic Solarized Clog. Featuring a unique, bold graphic, it’s the fun, stylish clog that you’re sure to fall deeper in love with day after day. Grounded in comfort, spiked with personality.

Price- INR 3,295

Classic Crocs Solarized Sandal

Show off your bright side in this two-strap sandal featuring unique, colorful graphics. Original Croslite™ foam cushion will keep you comfortably supported as the bold, solarized graphics boost your style.

Price- 2,495

Classic Crocs Solarized Slide

It’s everything you love about the Crocs Classic Clog in Slide form. Each slide has room for 13 charms so you can load up your sandals with tons of personality. Original Croslite™ foam cushion will keep you comfortably supported as fun, bright graphics boost your style. Price- 2,495

website

https://shopcrocs.in/buy/classic-solarized-styles.html?page=1

About Crocs, Inc.

Crocs, Inc. (Nasdaq: CROX) is a world leader in innovative casual footwear for women, men, and children, combining comfort and style with a value that consumers know and love. The vast majority of Crocs™ shoes feature Croslite™ material, a proprietary, molded footwear technology, delivering extraordinary comfort with each step.

In 2020, Crocs will reinforce its mission of “everyone comfortable in their own shoes” with the fourth year of its global Come As You Are™ campaign. To learn more about Crocs or our global Come As You Are™ campaign, please visit www.shopcrocs.in or follow @CrocsIndia on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.