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Michelin starred dining is back at Le Bristol Paris

Le Bristol, Oetker Collection’s Palace hotel in Paris, will soon re-open the doors to its two Michelin-starred restaurants, 114 Faubourg (1 star) and Epicure (3 stars), welcoming travellers and Parisians to rediscover Executive Chef Eric Frechon’s signature menus presented with highly attentive service in opulent surroundings.

Indian summer in Paris promises to reignite the gourmet appetite because on Monday August 29th, Le Bristol will begin to reintroduce its complete gastronomic offering with the opening of its Michelin starred brasserie 114 Faubourg for (lunch and dinner). The restaurant’s relaxed and jovial atmosphere will once again be filled with discerning diners catching up over beautiful plates of Executive Chef Eric Frechon’s famous king crab, duck pâté with foie gras and hand-chopped steak tartare — French classics prepared with a delicate twist.

On Friday October 1st comes the date food lovers across Paris and beyond have been waiting for: the reopening of triple Michelin starred Epicure. Eric Frechon’s divinely decadent truffle macaroni with foie gras, his impeccable caviar de Sologne and his spectacular bladder poached Bress farm hen will make their long-awaited return to Epicure’s exquisite nightly dinner service, to be savoured with the delicate wine pairings imagined by Head Sommelier Bernard Neveu.

The delicious return of Le Bristol’s star-studded restaurants will be accompanied by a totally new take on the sweet side thanks to the recent arrival of the hotel’s new Head Pastry Chef Pascal Hainigue. 114 Faubourg’s and Epicure’s reopening will be the first time Pascal Hainigue’s imaginative and picturesque dessert creations appear on the restaurants’ menus.

Eric Frechon, Executive Chef at Le Bristol comments, “My teams and I have been dreaming about reopening for several months and we can’t wait for 114 Faubourg’s and Epicure to be back again beginning this autumn. Exceeding our guests’ expectations has always been our main accomplishment. The reopening of our restaurants will truly be a celebration of both creativity and tradition, delivered one heartfully crafted dish at a time.”

114 Faubourg* Opening on August 29th

Lunch and dinner service on weekdays

114faubourg@oetkercollection.com

Phone: +33 1 53 43 44 44

Epicure*** Opening on October 1st

Dinner service

epicure@oetkercollection.com

Phone: +33 1 53 43 43 40

Reservations are recommended for 114 Faubourg and required for Epicure.

For gentlemen, a suit jacket is required.

Le Bristol Paris

112 rue du Faubourg St Honoré

75008 Paris

Email : reservations.lebristolparis@oetkercollection.com

Phone : 00 33 1 53 43 43 25

adidas and Beyoncé reveal adidas X IVY PARK DRIP 4: IVY PARK RODEO

~ adidas x IVY PARK 4 is a collection that celebrates oft-hidden history of Black pioneers within cowboy and cowgirl culture and their continued influence and impact on the American Rodeo~

Inspired by the inimitable style and undeniable influence of Black cowboys and cowgirls, the “IVY Park Rodeo” collection celebrates the formidable impact of Black men and women on American Western culture. The collection celebrates oft-hidden history of Black pioneers within cowboy and cowgirl culture and their continued influence and impact on the American Rodeo.

adidas and Beyoncé present the latest adidas x IVY PARK collection.

The Collection

A bold celebration of classic Americana reimagined for today, this is a refreshingly contemporary take on classic Western wear. IVY PARK Rodeo is where audacious design meets thoughtfully remixed classic streetwear and athletic wear fused with inspiration from the Black cowboy experience. The collection features 58 adult apparel styles, 5 adult footwear styles, and 13 different accessories. Boasting dark denim fabrics and washed heavy French terry materials throughout, the apparel and accessories are elevated with unique denim monograms and bold purple glow cow prints. Utilitarian-inspired zips and snap fastenings complete the details.

Highlights from the apparel collection include a denim body suit and wide leg snap pant, a denim tracksuit, a washed French terry hoodie and matching sweatpants, denim chaps, a denim bucket hat, and a small cotton canvas waist bag. The footwear offering is exciting as well, with two colorways of the IVP Ultraboost – one which mimics the look of denim and a new colorway for the IVP Forum Mid. This collection introduces the new IVP Super Sleek “Chunky”, with an exaggerated outsole combined with a classic upper in two dynamic colorways.

The fourth IVY PARK collection launches exclusively on adidas.com on August 19th and in select adidas Originals stores on August 20th.

Mpower partners with the Government of Maharashtra to launch Rural Community Mental Health Project

While India is still grappling with a health crisis, it is already on the verge of a silent mental health crisis. People from all walks of life have been affected by a myriad of mental health problems from mild to serious gravity, catalysed by the COVID-19 situation. While urban India has awareness, access to mental health professionals and related infrastructure, these elements take a backseat in rural India.

With a dual objective to address the mental health of rural people while making these services accessible and sustainable, Mpower, a pioneer in Indian mental healthcare announced its collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra to launch a rural community mental health project. The pilot mental health program will soon commence in Jalna district of Maharashtra and Mpower will closely work with 40 Primary Health Centres (PHCs) to aid the District Mental Health Programme (DMHP). During the launch which was held virtually, Mr. Rajesh Tope, Cabinet Minister of Public Health and Family Welfare, Government of Maharashtra,Mrs. Neerja Birla, Founder and Chairperson, Mpower, Dr. Sadhana Tayde Director of Health Services, Mumbai, Dr. Padmaja Jogewar, Joint Director, Non-communicable diseases, Health Services, Mumbai, Dr. Archana Bhosale, Jalna District Surgeon and Dr. Aparna Methil, Vice President Mpower were present.

The implementation of rural community mental health project will be three-pronged. Mpower will conduct extensive training programs and workshops along with the support of all the stakeholders, thereby increasing awareness levels. Mpower will provide high-quality clinical services delivered by trained Psychiatrists and Psychologists with the help of medical officers at all the PHCs. Mpower will create a cadre of trained people on mental health by community participation thereby boosting mental health care and overall support. Basis the learnings of the pilot project, it will be further replicated in other districts of Maharashtra.

During the launch, Rajesh Tope, Cabinet Minister of Public Health and Family Welfare, Government of Maharashtra said, ‘Changing lifestyles, competitive age are aggravating mental health problems. Corona poses a major mental health challenge. There is some awareness about mental illness in urban areas but more awareness programs need to be undertaken in rural areas. District Mental Health Program is being implemented in 34 districts of the state through the Health Department. Institutions like Mpower are going to help us strengthen it. While emphasizing on mental health, there is a need to increase the number of psychiatrists and psychiatrists.’

On this occasion, Neerja Birla, Founder and Chairperson, Mpower said, “Mpower has been working in the field of mental health for the last several years. We observe, there is a dire need to create awareness in rural areas. For this, awareness activities, capacity building of the health system, training by experts, etc. will be implemented by our organization. After the success of the pilot project in Jalna district, the intention is to implement this project all over the state.”

During the event, the logo of the ‘Samvedana’ project was unveiled by the Health Minister Mr. Tope. Director of Health Dr. Tayde and Dr. Methil expressed their views, Dr. Bhosale delivered the vote of thanks while Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari, Head Mpower Foundation was the host of the event.

Ask Shahnaz Husain

Frequently asked questions answered by the Pioneer of the Ayurvedic Beauty Industry

I have oily skin. My foundation does not stay. Please suggest something.

First apply astringent lotion. After 10 minutes, apply a water-based foundation. Use a moist sponge to apply and blend the foundation. Then apply loose powder to set the foundation. Or, avoid foundation and use only powder compact. It will also reduce oiliness.

I bought a concealer to cover up my dark circles. Should it be applied after using foundation?

A concealer should be applied before applying foundation. The concealer should be one shade lighter than the foundation, in order to conceal dark circles. Avoid using a concealer, which is too pink. Choose one with a beige tone. Both concealer and foundation should be applied sparingly. Add a drop of water to the foundation for a lighter coverage. Heavy coverage with concealer and foundation shows up lines and wrinkles. After applying the concealer, wait for a few minutes and apply the foundation on the entire face and not just under the eyes.

I am 45 years old and I have dry skin and wrinkles on my face. Please suggest remedies.

You should keep your skin well moisturized during the day. Apply sunscreen before going out in the sun. It is necessary to nourish the skin daily with a good nourishing cream. Or, you can use pure olive oil or pure almond oil. Apply it on the face and massage it on the skin for a few minutes with outward and slightly upward movements. Once daily, mix honey with milk and apply, washing it off after 15 minutes. Use a face mask once or twice a week. Mix two choker (wheat bran) with one teaspoon each of ground almonds, curd, honey and coconut oil. Apply on the face and wash it off after half an hour.

I have a problem with lice. I used anti-lice shampoo, but they came back.

Apply vinegar daily on the scalp and hair. After half an hour, comb with a lice comb to take out the lice. The nits (eggs) have to be taken out by hand. Vinegar loosens them. Then shampoo the hair with a mild shampoo. After washing the hair, add 2 tablespoons of vinegar to half a mug of water and use as a last rinse. Again comb with the lice comb. Do this daily for one week. The anti-lice shampoo may be used once a week. Try to get apple cider vinegar.

About Shahnaz Husain

Shahnaz Husain, pioneer of the Ayurvedic beauty movement, heads the Shahnaz Husain Group, with a global network of franchise ventures and 375 Ayurvedic formulations. A Case Study at Harvard for Brand Creation, she is now a Harvard Subject for “Emerging Markets” She was honoured with the Padma Shri Award and is the first woman in 105 years to receive the World’s Greatest Woman Entrepreneur Award from Success, the U.S. business magazine. Indeed, Shahnaz Husain is a leading international beauty icon.

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Frankfurt invites you for a summer stroll

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Frankfurt is a perfect blend of old and new cultures, modernity, and rich traditions. With all attractions in the city centre, a stroll on the city’s cobbled streets. Is the best way to experience Frankfurt like a local.

A stroll through the old town:

Nestled between Frankfurt’s iconic locations- the Emperors’ Cathedral and Römer City Hall. You’ll find the “new old town”, a time-honoured location steeped in history and tradition. The beautiful New Old Town consists of three winding laneways, a number of hidden courtyards. And a picturesque plaza known as the Hühnermarkt, adorned with an old fountain honouring Frankfurt’s famous dialect poet. And one of Germany’s first democrats, Friedrich Stoltze.

Palmengarten or Frankfurt’s botanical garden is one of the most beautiful sights in the city. With over 22 hectares of tropical plants, the Palmengarten provides visitors a chance to meander through a jungle-like tropical environment.

Walk along the Museum embankment:

Frankfurt is home to over 60 museums, 13 of which are located on the Main river embankment, including the Städel Museum, the Museumsufer and the Museum of World cultures. You can take a walk on the riverside promenade and visit a museum or two to experience the treasured history. www.frankfurt-tourismus.de

To get a glimpse of the beauty of the city on a sunny day, please follow Verena, a certified tour guide here.

Sheraton Grand Macao launches The Conservatory, F&B venue

Sheraton Grand Macao launched its new venue, The Conservatory. An eclectic food and beverage venue containing three distinct experiences – a Cantonese restaurant and tea room. A candy and confectionery store and a British pub and restaurant.

The Conservatory draws inspiration from London’s classical architecture. And contemporary urban lifestyle, with food and beverages available at any time during the day. The Tea Room offers grab-and-go from breakfast till late, while Three Bottles is a Londonesque pub. And restaurant and Chaan, a nostalgic Cantonese kitchen serves noodles and dumplings. The Sweet Shop is a sugar lover’s paradise with traditional British-inspired sweets, cakes and lollies, perfect for occasions and gift giving.

Sheraton Grand Macao launches The Conservatory, F&B venue

The menus have been designed to create a harmonious connection between the three experiences, enabling guests to satisfy their cravings whether for traditional Cantonese fare, western classics, sweet confections or a crafted cocktail. The shared space with cuisines from the East and West is ideal for intimate gatherings amongst family and friends.

A contemporary take on British tradition, The Conservatory also serves an Afternoon Tea set daily. Savoury delights include the house smoked salmon and tuna tartare, poached chicken. And seared foie gras puff followed with the classic British summer sweets such as Summer Berry Pudding. And Strawberry Charlotte Royale, a wickedly rich dessert of genoise sponge cake, strawberry bavarois and jelly. Guests can also indulge in different “Cream Tea” sets featuring a selection of English scones and delectable cakes for the perfect accompaniment to their coffee or tea selections.

The Macallan and Bentley Motors Collaborates

The Macallan single malt Scotch whisky and luxury British automotive manufacturer Bentley Motors. Have revealed a unique partnership that will build on their rich heritage to develop distinctive collaborations. And further their vision of a more sustainable future.

United by a dedication to mastery, craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation. The two world-leading brands will share learning from their respective industries. While pursuing the uncompromising excellence for which they are renowned.

By bringing together The Macallan’s mastery of whisky-making with Bentley Motors’ expertise in the world of luxury cars. The collaboration will create immersive experiences and inspirational products. That deliver timeless luxury balanced with a commitment to a more progressive world.

The global brand partnership was unveiled today at The Macallan Estate in the Speyside region of Scotland, alongside the launch of a new Hybrid Bentley – the next step in Bentley’s journey to become the world’s leading sustainable luxury mobility company as part of its Beyond100 strategy.

Further,

The Macallan and Bentley Motors Collaborates

Igor Boyadjian, Managing Director for The Macallan, said: “The Macallan and Bentley Motors each have a rich heritage, and shared values of mastery, craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation. Our collaboration presents a remarkable opportunity to compare our time-earned knowledge and learn from each other. We will generate fresh and contemporary thinking around our consumer engagement, our exceptional experiences, and ultimately our products.

“A key focus of the partnership will be our commitment to a more sustainable future. The breath-taking natural landscape at The Macallan Estate provides the perfect platform for us to embark together on this exciting and extraordinary journey.”

Bentley’s Chairman and Chief Executive, Adrian Hallmark, said: “Transforming Bentley into the world’s most sustainable luxury car company is an exciting journey, and I’m delighted to be working with The Macallan with one common goal – to both lead our fields as we work towards a more sustainable future.

“We will learn from each other in the coming months and years to advance our programmes together, and on the way work on some truly extraordinary experiences, projects, and products. Our brands are two that share the same ethos – the passion for exceptional quality, respect for artisan hand-craftsmanship, and now a drive towards genuine, world-leading sustainability. I’m looking forward to the adventure together.

Established by Alexander Reid

On a plateau above the River Spey in northeast Scotland in 1824, The Macallan is renowned across the globe for its extraordinary single malt whiskies. Nurtured by nature for almost 200 years, sustainability is a constant guiding principle for the brand. Its wide-reaching sustainability strategy incorporates a range of elements including giving back to communities; nurturing The Macallan Estate; progressive packaging; and partnering with sustainable suppliers.

Key goals are to achieve carbon neutrality on The Macallan Estate by 2030, promote responsible sourcing, and cultivate a global community of artisans. It is also committed to having a fully electric passenger vehicle fleet on The Macallan Estate by 2025.

Following the partnership announcement with Bentley Motors,

The brand will take delivery of two hybrid Bentleys this year. Bentley Motors was founded in London in 1919 and quickly rose to fame in the world of motorsports. Before carving out an unmatched position as the pinnacle of the automotive sector. Able to combine luxury and performance in a unique and unrivaled way. The world’s most sought-after luxury car brand, Bentley Motors is now undergoing the biggest transformation in its 102-year history. With the introduction of its ambitious Bentley 100 sustainability strategy.

The partnership will initially focus on a selection of core areas, including the brands’ shared journey to carbon neutrality, Innovative research into sourcing sustainable materials, and teamwork on finding and sharing sustainable, local suppliers.

It will also deliver a wide range of projects over the coming years, including jointly-developed products from The Macallan and Bentley, curated customer experiences, and collaborative events.

Crafted without compromise. Please savor The Macallan responsibly. Do not drink and drive.

www.themacallan.com

www.bentleymotors.com

RE-IMAGINING THE TRICOLOUR WITH RALPH LAUREN’S ICONIC POLOS

This Independence Day, Polo Ralph Lauren lights the way with its fresh, sporty and classic range of Polo T-Shirt’s available in palette of orange, white and green to celebrate the Indian colours and patriotism.

Treat yourself to the perfect piece of clothing – one that has outlived most of fashions seasonal trends, evolving in not only status but also design – a design that is for everyone.

Indian Sweets get a Gourmet Twist

Misree, a premium Indian sweets brand that aims to elevate Indian mithai in the gourmet space. Misree, in an alliance of Haldiram’s, finds the essence of those familiar sweet treats while preserving the everlasting nostalgia to change the way we share gratitude with our loved ones. Indians will now mark their joyous beginnings with #EkMeethiShuruaat, curated by Misree, which is on a mission to add more sweetness to the smiles that shine through those tears of happiness.

Speaking on the launch, Umesh Agarwal, Managing Director, Misree, said, “Every beautiful moment in our lives is celebrated with mithai. We never congratulate someone or mark a new beginning without the quintessential box of sweets. It is time to give this mithai a festive makeover with Misree! We are excited to create a new category with our top-notch gourmet treats that add a touch of extravagance to the sugary treats that have always been a part of our festivities. From the choicest ingredients to the most delectable recipes, Misree has everything in store to transform the way we offer gratitude to our loved ones.”

Misree was established in 2020 by Umesh Agarwal, an entrepreneur who hones a deep passion for making celebrations sweeter with the most unique confections. More than anything, Misree is a result of his belief that sweets are intrinsic to the Indian culture, and must evolve to suit the tastes of new-age consumers.

Ushering in each celebration with mithai that embodies sophistication, the brand is tapping into the gifting culture with specialty premium options. Combining its choicest, freshly sourced ingredients with rich flavours and premium gift packaging, the brand is all set to bring joy to customer palates.

Misree’s premium sweets are available in boxes of 4, 8, 16, and 24. These are available through the brand’s website. Going forward, the brand plans to expand its geographical footprint, team size, and product portfolio extensively within this year.

About Misree:

A unique brand on a mission to elevate Indian sweets in the gourmet space and make celebrations sweeter, Misree was incepted in 2020 by Umesh Agarwal. Affiliated with the renowned Haldiram’s Group, Misree is transforming the way we offer gratitude to our loved ones. Sweets are intrinsic to the Indian culture – we love to start something new with something sweet (traditionally Misree). With this as its premise, Misree offers premium quality Indian sweets with a vision to ‘make mithai modern’. Disrupting the Indian gifting space valued at $65 million with the potential to reach $84 million by 2024, the brand is tapping into the gifting culture with specialty premium options.

Titan Company partners with Flipkart to launch ‘Epic by Sonata’

Through this partnership, Sonata will connect with Flipkart’s registered. And burgeoning customer base of over 350 million, with a diverse and well-penetrated geographic spread across India. With middle India poised to overtake metros in driving consumption. The association with Flipkart intends to drive category ownership across markets.

Commenting on the launch and the partnership, Suparna Mitra, CEO, Watches and Wearables Division, Titan Co Ltd., said, “Sonata is a brand that has been loved and trusted by millions of Indians. With the introduction of Epic, Sonata is at an exciting juncture to take the next leap of its brand journey. And offer young, fashion driven but value conscious consumers a stylish and stunningly priced offering from a trusted brand. The partnership with Flipkart opens up opportunities in a dynamic and multi-category environment, with a captive trend-seeking, digital native audience. We are excited to partner with Flipkart, with its proven e-commerce prowess and track record of delivering unparalleled value to consumers.”

In a world of growing digital influence, ‘Epic by Sonata’

reflects the ethos of the new generation of modern consumers. They extensively ‘wishlist’ items, are tech savvy and rely on social networks to inform their brand choices. With a growing cohort of modern, digitally savvy consumers who are just as interested in fashion. As they are in getting a value deal, ‘Epic by Sonata’, in partnership with Flipkart. Is prepared to gain momentum in the next leg of consumption growth from metros and middle cities.

Speaking about the partnership with Titan Company, Nishit Garg, Vice President – Flipkart Fashion said, “We are happy to partner with Titan Company for the launch of ‘Epic by Sonata’, as we believe that the latest trends should be made accessible to every consumer across the country. People will be able to choose from a large range of stylish timewear from India’s most trusted watchmaker. And have it reach their doorstep through our safe delivery process. We will continue to address relevant consumer needs through meaningful collaborations. And enable our partners to explore untapped potential, especially in emerging regions.”

Also,

Flipkart works closely with a growing number of national, international, and regionally-renowned fashion brands and sellers, in different ways. This includes identifying opportunities for them to connect them with consumers across India through the online marketplace, leveraging the power of technology, scale their presence and diversify existing product portfolios. The partnership with Titan Company is aligned to this vision and is the beginning of a journey that will cater to growing needs in the segment. With an increasing number of shoppers today seeking a convenient shopping experience with a focus on affordable fashion, the collaboration between the two brands will offer a wide selection of latest fashion by bringing value to millions of consumers.

Epic by Sonata presents a value-fashion range of watches for all style loyalists out there, with a price range starting at INR 499/-, available on Flipkart.