As I was reading a little book in the hotel lobby, my guide came up to me and said, “Sharjah is the city of museums. We have a museum dedicated to almost everything.” And indeed that was certainly true as the book I was reading has a listing of all the numerous museums in Sharjah.… Read More What to see and do in Sharjah
If you are looking for a refreshing drink that can beat your summer blues, here is a simple one – Lemongrass Buttermilk – this one makes 2 glasses. Ingredients: 50 ml curds 200 ml water 1 long sprig of lemongrass 1 tsp mustard seeds 1 red chilli 1/2 tsp extra virgin olive oil Salt, to… Read More Recipe: Summer Cooler – Lemongrass Buttermilk
A study conducted by Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, AIIMS shows that about 20-25% of Indian women of childbearing age are suffering from PCOS. While 60% of women with PCOS are obese, 35-50% have fatty liver, 70% have insulin resistance and 60-70% have high level of androgen and 40- 60% have glucose intolerance. Polycystic ovary… Read More PCOS/PCOD – an essential guide
Makeup is something that must just be done right. If you over or under do it, the impact can be quite stressful for you. Again, makeup varies based on the occasion. So if you are wondering how you can stay trendy in different situations read on as experts share their tips and tricks. For a… Read More The Many Moods of Makeup
Do you want to build your muscles and core strength but have no equipment? Do you loathe going to the gym? Well if you answered yes to either of these queries, fret not you can actually use your own body weight to work out and come up with a body that is well toned. Yes,… Read More Body Weight Training
What is common between Jessica Alba, Halle Berry, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Biel, Kate Beckinsale, Amanda Seyfried, Ashlee Simpson, Eva Mendez, Jaime King, Dania Ramirez, Zac Effron, Ryan Reynolds, Tom Welling, Michael Weatherly, Shiloh Fernandez and Max Irons? Well all these big names have been trained by Hollywood’s Hottest Celebrity Trainer Ramona Braganza. Widely acknowledged as… Read More Interview with Celebrity Trainer Ramona Braganza
Nostalgia is a wonderful feeling and one that normally brings back memories that one would fondly look back at. The Manjushree Heritage Packaging Museum in Bangalore is much like that. A one stop show for all vintage packaged products, the museum is housed in a building hugged by pink bougainvillea trees in the industrial area… Read More Manjushree Heritage Packaging Museum
I recently have been reading up on the health benefits of barley and wanted to try something new. So I made this simple salad that is full of health and flavour! Ingredients 4 tablespoons barley cooked 1 green apple 1 medium sized carrot 1 small red bell pepper 1 small yellow bell pepper 1 small… Read More Recipe: Barley Salad
After a hectic travelling schedule that including hopping countries, I had tested the limits of my energy and was feeling quite drained. So when I had the opportunity of pampering myself, I decided to head to Wink Salon & Spa. Located on the fourth floor overlooking the beautiful Ulsoor Lake, Wink Salon and Spa has… Read More Review of Wink Salon, Bengaluru
Japanese Twist to Wellness The word ‘Sara’ encompasses all forms of purification and purity is not merely restricted to physical decontamination. Based on Japanese wellness concepts, Sara Spa & Sento at Bengaluru, offers spa treatments that are unique and highly effective. As you step into Sara, you are drawn to a serene and calm environment,… Read More Review of Sara Spa, Bengaluru