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Friday, 17 July 2009 18:34 |
What: Cleopatra’s Revival Spa Treatment for women, call 9892452333 for an appointment, Rs 500 onwards. Why: A magic mixture of saffron, cinnamon and milk, wellness therapist Smita Hirlekar concocted this one just for us. Best part is, she’ll bring her massage table right to your home. When: You want to come back from the dead.
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Friday, 17 July 2009 18:28 |
What: bpb brain child — Your life on film, directed by Rohan Sabharwal, visit rohansabharwal.com, price on request. Why: Tombs of Egyptian royalty were painted with scenes from their lives - we bring you an updated version. Award-winning filmmaker Rohan Sabharwal who showed at Cannes this year, will script, direct, score and edit your life into a super slick short flick. Read on for other recommendations so cool, you’d want to take them to your tomb. When: You want the show to go on.
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Wednesday, 15 July 2009 01:15 |
What: Free Films for the Soul, Guild Art Gallery, Kamal Mansion, 2nd floor, Arthur Bunder Road, email
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, call 22875839.
Why: At first, you’ll think, “why would anyone do this?” with your trademark Mumbai no-one-is-nice-for-nothing eyebrow raise. But then, weirder things have happened. This weekend, Guild Art Gallery brings you one terabyte of experimental films. All you have to do is bring blank DVDs /hard drives and you can copy them for free!
When: Until March 28 at 6:00 pm.
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Tuesday, 14 July 2009 23:46 |
What: Sitar-shaped wrist watch from Little Bent, Rs 2,800, call 9969054987 for a custom-made piece. Visit www.harshadpatankar.com.
Why: In his quaint Chembur workshop, artist Harshad Patankar can make anything tick. Combining wood, silver and leather, this time-keeper puts watches in mini guitars, tablas and any other shape that tugs at his strings.
When: Time is of the essence.
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Tuesday, 14 July 2009 22:55 |
What: iNAV Connect (Wayfinder) GPS and navigation service for mobile phones, www.mapmyindia.com, Rs. 3,490 for a GPS receiver (not required in phones with built-in GPS); and Rs 1,990 for annual software subscription.
Why: Compatible with almost all Bluetooth enabled handsets, Wayfinder brings updated maps, voice guidance and an online navigation system straight to your cell phone.
When: Every time you hit the road, Jack, but want to come back.
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Friday, 10 July 2009 05:30 |
What: Freshly brewed beer keg, call 9820046979, Rs 1,300 for 5 litres.
Why: Because you don’t want to spend the morning after clearing broken beer bottles and crushed cans. Give Archan from Kingfisher 48 hours, and he’ll have a convenient keg sent straight from the brewery to a wine store close to your party address.
When: You want to lock your stock in a barrel.
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Friday, 10 July 2009 05:30 |
What: Home-cooked Chinese steamed bread and snacks, to order call Lawrence on 26461358, Rs 90 per dozen onwards, home delivery in Bandra and Khar.
Why: Lab tested at the family-run beauty salon, the wontons, spring rolls and dumplings dished out by this Chinese duo are the yummiest and cheapest party snacks around. Try their steamed bread stuffed with Schezwan chicken or paneer.
When: You want to outsource your Chinese goods.
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Friday, 03 July 2009 05:30 |
What: Flying Mantas Scuba Dive Training and Travel, visit www.flyingmantas.com or call Neet on 9930932516, Rs 10,000 for SSI certification.
Why: Because these guys conduct your initial training in Mumbai, so that when you get to your scuba destination, you can dive right in. They also organise group and customised diving vacations.
When: You don’t mind a high-pressure holiday. Suit up for their Maldives trip on July 23.
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Friday, 03 July 2009 05:30 |
What: Personal and corporate wine tasting sessions, email
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or log on to shamita-singha.com, price on request.
Why: Because Kingfisher supermodel and TV anchor Shamita Singha will take you through a sensory, wine-drenched session that’ll leave you light-headed. Did we mention that she’s also a qualified wine trainer from tasting schools in Burgundy and Bordeaux?
When: You need to fulfill those grape expectations.
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Friday, 03 July 2009 05:30 |
What: Deli home delivery service, call Tabreez on 9870044199, Rs 375 for a packet of Borsin Cheese.
Why: Because all you have to do is say cheese, and Tabreez will deliver anything from goat to Gouda, Borsin to brie right to your doorstep, at prices lower than the MRP. He also supplies other goodies like pancake mix, caviar, and meat cuts.
When: You want your (live)stock to keep rising.
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