In the bustling streets of Mumbai’s Colaba with numerous restaurants to choose from, the recently-launched Araku stands out for its dedication to regenerative agriculture produce. Located on the ground floor of Sunny House, built by the Nawab of Surat in 1897, Araku is spread across 2,800 square feet, across two levels, and seats 55 diners. Designed…
Dharamshala, the scenic hill town in Himachal Pradesh, is currently the epicentre of global spiritual energy, and it’s not because of its mountains. Hollywood actor Richard Gere landed here this week to join in the celebrations for the upcoming 90th birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama, and he’s not the only one making the pilgrimage….
It all comes down to taxes and logistics. When a pair of sneakers is imported into India, it gets hit with customs duties, GST, and distribution costs. Add retail markups on top, and suddenly a shoe that costs $90 in the U.S. is priced at ₹12,000 here. Limited supply and growing demand also play a…
Puran Da Dhaba is located on the 9th floor of The Pride Hotel | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Dinner begins with chicken shorba, recommended by executive chef Sheik Abdul Rab. It is soothing, served at the perfect temperature for a on a windy February evening. We also try an assortment of tikkas, of which the…
Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is vital for overall well-being, as elevated levels can indicate diabetes or prediabetes. Over time, unchecked high blood sugar may cause heart disease, kidney damage, and nerve problems. Recognizing early signs such as fatigue, thirst, blurred vision, slow healing, and unexplained weight loss is crucial for timely intervention and management….
Many people worldwide struggle with sleep disorders and experience sleep issues. Nightmares are a common contributor to sleep problems, affecting adults at least once a year. Various factors can trigger nightmares, including mental health issues like PTSD, stress, and anxiety, as well as certain medications, substance use, and eating before bedtime. A recent study suggests…
The machine was installed at the Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh in January 2021 | Photo Credit: Amarjot Kaur Like any foreigner in Paris, Rohit Shekhar Sharma, the founder and CEO at iMatrix Group of Companies, was fascinated with the art and architecture. While attending an exhibition, he chanced upon the pizza-dispensing machine and wondered if…
If you’ve ever thought about giving up sugar but immediately pictured a life without cake, cookies, or your favorite sweet chai—you’re not alone. Sugar is woven into just about everything we eat, from your morning granola to that innocent-looking salad dressing. But according to Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained doctor and wellness expert, ditching sugar…
You know how sometimes you look at a picture, and it seems normal at first glance, but then you hear there’s something hidden in it, and suddenly you can’t stop staring? That’s exactly what’s happening with this image that’s been making the rounds online. There’s a woman in it somewhere; that’s what people say, anyway….
Once upon a time, in the 17th century, the governor of Malabar wrote a botanical treatise. Hortus Malabaricus (Garden of Malabar) is a series of 12 tomes that highlighted the flora in the Malabar Coast and its medicinal properties; it is considered an important book on India’s plant wealth. Today, this treatise finds space in…
