'13 Issue 12

Memories of a four-year-old’s birthday party held in the narrow garden at the side of her house make Madhu Jain reflect on the changes that have been wrought in Indian society since the early days
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It is the attention to detail that makes for great dishes – whether rustled up at home with infinite care or in a professional kitchen. Now, get the larger picture – place your perfect meal into perfect platters – the ones that reflect the cuisine and concern that you have bestowed. Larger still – the flawless setting, the impeccable backdrop. Give your meal a context, whether of stylish coordination or quirky mismatch. Go the whole hog, for visuals should always enhance great taste. Maithili Ahluwalia of chic lifestyle boutique Bungalow 8, photographer and furniture designer Shahid Datawala and fashion designer Payal Singhal show you how to lay out a mean meal....
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How does one curate the hottest party destinations of the world? Simple – you ask the DJs. An all-male eclectic group of local and international music producers and disk jockeys pick some of their favourite places to party, some of which they have played at, often for hours at a stretch. Don’t be surprised to find the usual suspects and be willing to discover unheard-of secret spots. From the Praia Brava coastline of Brazil to the beaches of Goa; from electronic dance music and house to hip hop....
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Across the globe, chefs are creating a new 'World cuisine' laced with spices and stronger flavours that add a twist to traditional favourites
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In Chennai, Senior Executive Chef Ajit Bangera and Chef Lambert Chiang conjure up two culinary offerings with crab, buckwheat noodles and gochujang that break geographical boundaries.
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Iconic designer Anna Sui talks about the process behind the creation of her new fragrance – la vie de bohème
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