. When things on the personal front do not go as planned, it leads to stress and anxiety. Good relationships make us feel good perhaps due to an increase in dopamine levels, bringing about a sense of excitement and happiness. Things seem great and everything looks beautiful, there’s a buzz to life! But days that […]
Two years ago, TVS showcased its Akula (Shark, in Russian) concept motorcycle which enamoured enthusiasts with its aggressive stance. The wait is finally over. On December 6, 2017, TVS Motor launched its most advanced and expensive product till date – the TVS Apache RR 310. The RR 310 incidentally is also the first fully faired […]
Mediterranean Chicken Ingredients: 4 – Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts; ¼ – cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves; 1 tablespoon – Olive Oil; ¼ Tsp – Salt; 1 ½ cups – Cherry Tomatoes, halved; ¼ cup – Olive Paste. To Make The Olive Paste: Blend together 250gms pitted Black Olives; 2 Spring Onions; 3 […]
A teenager usually has a myriad chores and obligations that he/she might have to fulfil, be it academic, social or extra-curricular. Religion, spirituality and thought under normal circumstances are of no apparent aid. They appear to be ubiquitously used, yet are paradoxical and loosely defined concepts that seem to be growing seemingly distant from the […]
The title of this article is the standard beginning for any classified put up by Zoroastrians. By now, it’s taken for granted that Parsi-owned and used vehicles (and likewise, white goods and furniture) sell for a premium in the pre-owned market. Over the years, I have seen and known many Parsi/Irani Zoroastrians who cherish their […]
Designer, author and curator, Ashdeen Lilaowala, under his eponymous label, ‘ASHDEEN’, has been instrumental in reviving the traditional Parsi gara embroidery works. Delhi-based Ashdeen often holds exhibition across India, and showcased his exquisite Parsi gara designs at Della Towers, Dadar, Mumbai, on 24th and 25th February, 2017. He presented the traditional gara embroidery designs with […]
Plywood has for long been the material of choice when it comes to making wooden furniture for our homes. It is cheaper than quality solid wood furniture (like teak, sal, etc.), and is also easily available at local dealers. However, in recent times, a few alternatives to plywood have gained popularity because of their cost-effectiveness as […]
As Bawas we have always been grounded to our roots and when it comes to roots, we love our old-sake retro music. There isn’t a single wedding or navjote that escapes the presence of songs from the 70s! With inspiration from the bygone day, I decided to take a vintage take for a New Year […]
Murgh Shahenshahi: (Chicken Dish served to Royalty!) Ingredients: For The Marinade: 500 gm – Boneless Chicken (Thigh/Leg) Pieces; 2 tbsp – freshly ground Garlic paste; 2 tsp – freshly ground Ginger paste; 2 tbsp – Sour Curd; ½ – Onion chopped; 1 tsp – Cumin powder; 1.5 tsp red chilli powder; 2 tsp – Vinegar; […]
The Perfect Parsi Prawn/Fish Curry-Chawal Ingredients: 500 gms Prawns or 2 medium sized Pomfrets, cut into slices; 1 whole tin – Coconut milk; Oil; Salt to taste; Fresh Coriander leaves for garnish; Grind/blend together the following: Half – Fresh Coconut; Sprig of Curry leaves; 1 tsp. – Coriander seeds; ½ tsp. – Mustard seeds; ½ […]
With Steamed Chicken Momos With Chilli-Garlic Sauce Ingredients: 250 gm Chicken Mince; 1 medium bowl Maida (refined flour); 2 Onions finely chopped; 1 Garlic Pod finely chopped; Coriander leaves finely chopped (optional); Salt and Pepper to taste; 2 tbsp. Oil. Method: Add a pinch of salt in the Maida (flour) and knead into a soft […]