For ten weeks, score awesome discounts at some of our favourite Mumbai hotspots on The Potluck (www.thepotluck.in). But remember, a deal gets activated only if enough people opt in; so you can play alone, but bring friends and it gets easier!

 

Potluck Stage IV: 57% off on FIFA World Cup passes at Ra, 25 people required for deal to tip, 65 hours remaining. Your time starts now!

 

bpb freebie: Subscribers get a fun deal at Loose  Ends’ new store. For this and more discounts plus a FREE weekend guide in your inbox every Friday, enter your email in the subscription box.

 

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What: Personalised Crossword puzzles by Dinshaw and Yazad Dotivala, to order call 9920431595 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , start at Rs 500.

(Came) Across: Professional puzzlers and father-son duo who create word games for almost every newspaper in the city, will tailor-make you a crossword in 48 hours (see: football trivia test and romantic wedding proposal). They also do other word games and Sudoku.

When: You don’t have a clue about gifting. 

 

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What: Turning Tables VI with ex-Graffitti (New York), Pierre Gagnaire (Paris) and Fat Duck (London) – phew! - chef Mukul Tanwar, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for your seat, Rs 1,000 this month, BYOB.

Why: He’s worked at celebrated restaurants all over the world, and now wants to cook for you and twenty cool strangers. Currently on vacation in India, Chef Tanwar will be whipping up a French-flavored storm for bpb’s next underground kitchen, with desserts by the lovely ladies at Le15 Patisserie. Parfait!

When: July 1, 8:30 pm. 

 

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What: Trippy Tungs10 tees, Loose Ends, shop no 1, AN House, lane opposite Shoppers' Stop, Bandra (W), call 65224725, Rs 825.

Why: Tungs10’s graphic prints remind us of Spanish brand Desigual, with their big faces and loud bursts of colour. These we metal detected along with other fresh stock at the new and improved Loose Ends store.  bpb pick: tee with collage of oversized pouty mouths.

When: You want to set Tungs wagging.

 

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What: CVADO1502 chocolate club, visit www.cvado1502.com, Rs 2,750 for a month’s membership. 

Why: Super pretty and handmade in Europe, thanks to CVADO1502 chocolates are the new handbags. Become a member and a batch of twenty treats will arrive at your home every month, along with a tasting menu. For another sweet hit, check out our review of the newly opened Cinnabon here.

When: You want your own Coco(a) Chan(n)el.

 

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What: Football flags at Funky, Dr Ambedkar Road, opposite Sparkle, Bandra (W), call 26485043, Rs 250.

Why: Because painting your face is too much trouble, and you hate being a whistle blower. Express your support for Argentina, Spain or – God help you – South Africa with these fun footie banners, cheap and easily stashed into a backpack. Similar flags also available at Party Hunterz for Rs 650. 

When: You want to get off to a fly-er. 

 

Event Round Up: Bob Sinclar at Hard Rock Café on June 19; Calabrian food festival at Olive Bar and Kitchen, Mahalaxmi until June 20; It’s Raining Men clothes and accessory bazaar at Attic today at 7 pm. 

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