On the morning of 26th December, the residents of Gilder Baug (Andheri East) got together to celebrate the festive spirit of Christmas with music, jokes, much camaraderie and a scrumptious breakfast!
Tag: Christmas
Christmas As A Play Of Stars In The Sky
Christmas is here again, bringing in its wake good cheer and the spirit of giving and forgiving. It’s among my favourite non-Zoroastrian festivals. The weather is usually crisp and cool, there’s music in the air and the aroma of good food and Christmas goodies. It’s not a noisy festival, rather a melodious celebration that soothes […]
Miracles Abound Everywhere!
It is that time of the year! It’s Christmas time… undoubtedly the month of miracles and magic! So, let’s welcome it, let’s herald it in, let’s just acknowledge it in the spirit it truly deserves. Everywhere around you float bubbles of joy and cheer. The very air around has a cozy embrace. Far off, places […]
Yalda Night
As joyful Christian countries around the world get ready to celebrate Christmas, all streets, stores and houses are decorated with lights for the glorious festive season. One hears Christmas carols and X’mas cheer everywhere – and some people even wear Christmas jumpers! For Iranians around the world, it’s a little different, because they are getting […]
Cama Ball 2019
Age, it seems, is neither a barrier nor a deterrent for shaking a leg or exchanging a kiss with your long-time life partner. This was evident when London-based Adi Mistry (all of 91) and wife Gool, 85, who come down to Cama Park every winter, trudged along to the dance floor to win the […]
Contractor Baug Celebrates X’mas
Navajbai Contractor Baug (NCBZCA) Mahim, celebrated Christmas with gusto on 21st December, 2018. Organised by President Mehernosh Sidikala and Committee Members, Jeroo Mehta; Monaz Gadiwala and Aurophy, the tenants were treated to an evening of fun performances by children; with games of Housie and Lucky Dip, and concluded with a sumptuous dinner.
Chomp And Cheers: Easy X’mas Recipes For You!
SPICY MULLED WINE Ingredients: 2 (750-mL) Bottles – Full-bodied Dry Red Wine (Zinfandel); ½ cup – Black Peppercorns; ⅓ cup Granulated Sugar; 4 (2-in.) – Orange Peel Strips (from 1 orange); 1 (1-in.) – Fresh Ginger, peeled and sliced; 1 – Cinnamon Stick, plus more for garnish; 1 – Whole Star Anise; Orange Slices. Method: […]
XYZ Makes Christmas Merrier
The dynamic members of Xtremely Young Zoroastrians (XYZ) lived up to the spirit of Christmas by celebrating Christmas with the less fortunate, as a part of the ‘Make a Difference’ campaign. Members of Cyrus’ Superstars and Tehmurasp’s Titans entertained senior citizens at Parekh Dharamshala with carols and housie along with snacks, while Daraius’ Daredevils set […]
Happy Holidays!
I Stole The Christmas Pie… Christmas is a time of feasting and merriment. While you are stuffing the turkey or baking cookies, keep an eye on Fido – most Christmas treats can be harmful to dogs. It’s a rare dog that doesn’t enjoy sharing your Christmas meal with you. Experts suggest that while it may […]
DPG’s Christmas Magic
Dadar Parsee Gymkhana held its annual Christmas party on 21st December, 2016, at the grounds, amidst much fanfare and laughter with the young and old participating. This year the rides at the event included Fun City, Jumbo Slide, Mini Train and Fun Park. There were gaming stalls including Pin The Button On The Snowman, Car […]
The Fourth Magi
We have all heard about the three wise men of the East who traveled to Bethlehem, following a star, to see Baby Jesus. Well, there was a fourth wise man, a fire-worshiper from Persia, who also followed the star. This is his story. A very different Catholic version of this story was first read […]