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Friday, 19 June 2009 05:30 |
What: Traditional Thai Yoga Massage, Hyatt Regency, Sahar Airport Road, Rs. 4,000.
Why: If lying still and being doused in oil is not your scene, then this dry massage, which combines yoga postures with simultaneous stimulation of pressure points, is perfect for you.
When: You want to travel East, without going Far.
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Friday, 19 June 2009 05:30 |
What: Dual flavour cake, by order only, Deliciae, call Ms. Mahajan at 9322288187, Rs 425 for half a kilo.
Why: Two half cakes - kiwi and chocolate, Baileys and coffee – cozy up in a single dessert, but without intruding into each other’s space. A perfect relationship!
When: You want to put an end to the Black Forest vs. pineapple debate that ensues before any birthday party.
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Friday, 12 June 2009 05:30 |
What: Personalised Bollywood Poster Art, Limona Studio, email
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to order, price varies with size of canvas.
Why: Email the French Limona Studio your photos, along with the classic Hindi film poster you like – you can pick from the many options on their website, or send in your own – and they’ll ship you an oil painting, rendered by old-school Bollywood poster artists.
When: You want to star in movies like Mughal-E-Azam and Julie, even if it’s just on paper (or canvas).
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Friday, 12 June 2009 05:30 |
What: The Shah of Blah Poetry Service, email Idea Shop at
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, start at Rs 250 per Blah.
Why: These two writers can plume odes to your toads, princes, pooches, partners, friends with birthdays, and just about anyone or anything you want to celebrate. We ordered one for a pal, and it was delivered to her house in a whimsical bottle. They also put poems in fortune cookies, stockings and other cool carriers.
When: You want a verse in a purse.
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Friday, 05 June 2009 05:30 |
 What: Adult Piñata, Party Shop, 327 Abdul Rehman Street, next to Bata Shoes, Crawford Market, call 23442013, starts at Rs 275.
Why: Give these guys a couple of days and your design of choice, and they’ll build a customised piñata for your next fiesta. Stuff it with the usual suspects – mini alcohol bottles, flavoured condoms, confetti – that’ll have your friends scrambling like a bunch of kids.
When: At your next house party, when you want to beat that horse to death.
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Friday, 29 May 2009 05:30 |
What: Customised charm bracelets, call Samidha at 9920117773 or Sanjana at 9820603861, Rs. 700 onwards.
Why: When they’re not styling movie stars, these designers string together charms stocked at stores like Butter. But we take you straight to the source, where you can have them create customised bracelets sporting all the things you love – sheep, guitars, cupcakes, and even your fat Persian cat.
When: Your wardrobe needs a shot in the (ch)arm.
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Friday, 29 May 2009 05:30 |
What: Dial-a-mural by Harshad Patankar, call 996905498, prices depend on materials used.
Why: Patankar’s 3D, whimsical murals - umbrellas, rain boots and clothes lines in sepia tones – are perfect for your vacant walls. Check out his art at www.harshadpatankar.com/murals.html, or describe your vision, and he’ll connect the dots.
When: Your Casa is kinda Blanca.
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Friday, 22 May 2009 05:30 |
What: ASAP – Any Surprise Any Place, call +919810888498 or log on to asap.co.in, Rs 1,200 onwards.
Why: Tie your message to a helicopter’s end / Thumbs Up to the pilot, and say send / And as it buzzes in the bright Mumbai skies, / Your mate will look up and say, “Quel Surprise!”
Besides messenger planes, this quirky surprise service also does champagne in limos, live bands at airports, songs in telegrams, and pretty much anything else you can think up.
When: You want to go from Hallmark to high mark.
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Friday, 08 May 2009 05:30 |
 What: Hand-crafted bouquets from The Floral Deli, call 65292050/ 23644258, free delivery in Mumbai.
Why: If you’re still visiting your local phool wallah, you’re a late bloomer. Here, you can order premium, intricate arrangements by floral artists with an eye for detail. The Deli does gorgeous wine and gourmet baskets too.
When: You need a bloomin’ change.
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Friday, 08 May 2009 05:30 |
What: YellowSpiders Pottery Workshop, A - 3/4 Punita Building, SV Road, Kandivali (W), call 9833104000, Rs 2,500.
Why: Because it’s time to get out of the back seat and take the wheel. Neha Ramaiya, potter with over a decade of experience, teaches hand building and wheel techniques.
When: Batches can be joined every Monday onwards, thrice a week, 10 am to 1 pm or 3 pm to 6 pm. Special weekend batches offered as well.
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