Weekend Guide: Dear Mumbai...
Thursday, 12 August 2010 17:36
Weekend Guide:
Dear Mumbai

Whisker pegs, sharp nib for blunt words, catch a wink & Kittichai comes to Mumbai!

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bAO WOW

What: KOH, InterContinental Marine Drive, call 39879600 to make a reservation, approximately Rs 1,400 per head without alcohol.

Why: After setting up super successful Thai restaurants in New York, Barcelona and Bangkok, celebrity chef Ian Kittichai is now ready to take Mumbai by storm with his first Indian project, KOH. But is the food really worth all this hype? Read the bpb preview here to find out.

When: Opens to the public next week.


pENCIL IN

What: Macho moustache closet hangers, to order (2 weeks notice required) email Priti from Red Lion on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Rs 2,000 for a set of four.

Why: bpb stubbled upon adorable moustache-shaped hangers in various silhouettes - handlebar, walrus, pencil, Dali - by Red Lion, a division of advertising powerhouse Publicis. Design gurus here undertake this secret service on order only, also making umbrellas, postcards and super cute Chai Biscoot coasters.

When:
You need whisker pegs to face your wardrobe.

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What:
Say you’re sorry with Ahmed Khattal, calligraphy artist extraordinaire, 8 Killedar Mansion, Killedar Street, Jacob Circle, Byculla, call 9821499747 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , start at Rs 10 per line.

Why: Take the sting out of your words with a handwritten note lovingly laboured over by Khattal, one of the city’s best calligraphy artists. Bring him your apology message and a sheet of pretty paper, and let him take care of the rest – you’ve done enough already!

When:
You want to write your wrongs.

bOY TOYS

What: South Park pajamas, Teamo, ground floor, shop no 18, Crystal Shoppers Paradise; Linking Road, Bandra (W), call 26489813, Rs 495.

Why: Boys will get slept off their feet with these satirical South Park pajamas that come with Cartman, Kenny, Stan and Kyle face prints. No Mr Garrison and creepy hand puppet trying to initiate pillow talk, thankfully.

When: You want to catch a few winks.

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What: Pimp Your Sole, Puma Store, Linking Road, Khar (W), call 66430382/66430381, visit the Facebook group here, free event.

Why:
Let your inner artist run free at the Puma store this weekend, where you can drop in to design your own shoe sole and maybe even see it featured in the 2011 Spring Collection – what a kick!

When: You want to win the lace. 

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Event Round-up: DJ Hanna Hansen at Blue Frog on August 13 at 10.30 pm; Garage sale for a cause by Hamara Footpath on August 14 and 15 at Dhoop, call 9819066726; Black v/s White art exhibit at Studio3 Art Gallery, Churchgate until August 15, 10 am onwards.

 

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