Avenue T Volume 2 Issue 10

Dhaka Tribune | Saturday, July 12, 2014 | Volume 2, Issue 10

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Contents

AvenueT inside...

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Editor’s note

Fanning the heat

Megelli

Editor

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Zafar Sobhan

Executive Editor

Shahriar Karim

Managing Editor

Jahangir Hyder

Magazine Editor

Sabrina Fatma Ahmad

Asst. Magazine Editor

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Flying high

Mahmood Hossain

Avenue T team

Khan N Moushumi N Anita Amreen Sabah Rahman Tausif Sanzum Sabiha Akond Rupa

Contributors

Agony Aunt Adila Hoque Natasha Rahman Tahsin Momin Abdur Rafi Khondaker

Photography

Syed Latif Hossain Sabiha Akond Rupa

Graphics

Alamgir Hossain Md Mahbub Alam

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Promotion game face

2 Tuned Celebs, then and now

12 Trending Andeem’s choice

3 Try Out Crinkle fans

13 Tailored Summer fashion

4 Tech Tablets with screens to boast

14 Tempt Quick fix makeup

5 Tires Burning rubber with the 125R

15 Ticket Glitz and glam

Nothing but a gold digger 8 Tucked In Hanging up chimes 9 Take Care Easing into Ramadan 10 TrIAL Room On air with Sriya

16 TRAVELOGUE To the extreme

6 Tell

Production

Masum Billah

After the first week of fasting is past and you’re feeling more grounded, it’s time to let your spirits soar.

The second week is all about feeling light and we’ve got a combo to help you float right through it.

Cool off with a hand-made crinkle fan.

Our DIY guide on Try Out will show you how. Keep the positive vibes flowing through your home with the wind chimes from our Tucked in. Float away in the lovely sheer fabrics from Andeem’s new collection in Trending. Join us at the Trial Room as we go on air with Sriya Sharbojaya.

Keep it cool and breezy this week!

Sabrina Fatma Ahmad Editor, Avenue T

18 Tantalise More than just pasta 19-20 News

Colour specialist

Shekhar Mondal Kazi Syras Al Mahmood

Dear Readers,

When on-air

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Advertising

Shahidan Khurshed

Circulation

Wahid Murad

Contact us

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This week This hot little chiffon number from Ogaan will have them fanning themselves when you walk into the room Photo: Miftah Rahman Model: Srabosti Wardrobe: Ogaan

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2 | Tuned in celeb buzz

The evolution of child stars | Abdur Rafi Khondaker

They captured our hearts during the early stage of their career. Some of them became big stars later in their lives while others have gone into anonymity. Here’s a list of actors who have inspired kids as well as adults around the world as child actors.

Macaulay Carson Culkin Famous roles: Home Alone 1 and 2, Lost in New York, Richie Rich

Mara Elizabeth Wilson

Famous roles: Mrs Doubtfire, A Simple Wish, Matilda

Reese Witherspoon

Famous roles: Legally Blonde, Sweet Home Alabama, Walk the Line

Jodie Foster Famous roles: Taxi Driver, The Silence of the Lambs, Contact, Flightplan

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Venue: All Community Club, Road 35, Gulshan 2, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Famous roles: Terminator 2: Judgment Day, American Heart, A Home of Our Own

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Famous roles: The Sixth Sense, AI Artificial Intelligence, Pay It Forward

in Dhaka

‘Da Purples’ Mirror Fashion Show & Week 2014

Edward Walter Furlong

Haley Joel Osment

this week

July 18 Messianic Era LIVE @ Eid Fashion & Music Fest 2014 Venue: Jamuna Future Park

Try Out | diy

So fly | Khan N Moushumi It’s time to make some crinkle fans to survive the hot summer power cuts

You’ll need • Coloured/wrapping paper (A4 size) • A ru er • A pair of scissors • Ribbons • Two popsicle sticks • A hot glue gun or super glue

Directions Step 1 Take your A4 sized coloured or wrapping paper and cut it into two equal parts with a pair of scissors.

Step 2 Start accordion folding them (ie fold them every 4cm or so).

Step 3 Once done, stick the ends of both the folded sheets together with a hot glue gun/super glue.

Step 4 Cut a little piece of ribbon and wrap it around the end of the conjoined folded wrapping paper (while it’s compressed) with glue.

Step 5 Take the popsicle sticks and wrap your ribbon around them, one at a time, and seal the ends with the glue gun/super glue.

Step 6 Attach the popsicle sticks to both ends of the folded sheet with glue and wait for them to dry.

Step 7 And that’s it, you’re done.

Now just open up your handmade fan by spreading out those sticks.

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I tried it

Tresemme Tres Two Extra hold hairspray | N Anita Amreen Price: Approx Tk800 to Tk1,000 Rating: 4/5 Packaged in a classy looking, large round spray bottle, Tresemme Tres Two Extra hold hairspray is priced around Tk800 to Tk1,000. It’s quite pricey when compared to other hairsprays, however, once used, you’ll begin to appreciate the value for money it offers. When applied to teased hair, it’s light, strong and manages to hold the style without giving your hair the sickly, rock hard look that is so common with other brands. One spray works well to hold more densely teased hair while lighter styles will require a couple of sprays. Despite the layering, your hair is still light to touch and less prone to forming thick white layers that some hairsprays tend to result in.

Overall it works well with updos, given its long lasting power and light texture. Hair still looks natural and not overdone. With regular styles, it’s better to give it a couple of sprays instead of relying on a single spray. Usually this helps give the hair a just-left-the-salon look. The only drawback is that the hairspray smells pungent and can be so overpowering that even a few spritz of perfume cannot drown the stench. Best to give it at least an hour to air out before stepping out of your home.

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4 | Tech troubleshooting | Mahmood Hossain Are smartwatches worth it?

gadgets

Screening process | Mahmood Hossain

These tablets make for one hell of a show

We’ve come a long way in the world of technology. As the years go by, we advance. That’s a given. On many occasions we’ve found ourselves pondering whether to buy the latest tech gear or just play the waiting game. While most people are content with what they have now, some may be wondering if certain gadgets are worth the buy.

Recently, the trend has been around smartwatches from all the major smartphone companies. With Google’s Android Wear introducing the new Moto 360 smartwatch to the public, it seems quite tempting.

The question remains, are these absolutely necessary? Ultimately, no. It’s a luxury item for the moment. But we also have a little bit of the past to learn from.

Decades ago, we thought having a mobile phone was totally unnecessary. If a person needed to get in contact with you, they would have to make a call to your home or office. Mobile phones have gone from luxury to a necessity. Smartphones are literally life savers for many.

As sleek and beautiful the new line of smartwatches are, there’s not enough legitimate reasons for you to purchase one. You remember those wristwatches with calculators on them? They went in and out of fashion pretty quick. However, times have changed. Even though these large companies will continue to innovate to make profit, they’ll also give you reasons to buy their products. In most cases, they accomplish that goal. But you have to keep in mind these are accessories, and accessories you can do without, for now.

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For those who have tablets will be able to see the significant difference in pixel density between what’s in your hands and what’s mounted on your wall at home. The HDTVs nowadays are an amazing experience, but you might be surprised to know that picture quality on the much smaller seven to 10-inch screens can produce sharper images.

It’s not just about high-resolution though. You have plenty of factors to consider, like brightness, black levels, colour accuracy and range. Not only are you running apps, you’re listening to music or playing videos, and games as well.

With all that on the check list, here are a few tablets that have an amazing display:

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4

Here’s one of the most pixel-dense tablets in the market. With a 2560x1600 resolution, 359ppi, alongside the packed features from Samsung, this could be worth the buy. The price tag might scare a few people away, but then again it’s on the same range of the iPad Mini.

Apple iPad Air

You didn’t think we’d skip this super thin and sleek beauty. Apple has always arguably brought the best in the tablet market.

It’s ridiculously light and offers high contrast with low black levels. And the colour accuracy

is definitely something to boast about, thanks to its Retina Display.

Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9

This may not be as pixel-dense as the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4, but it still boasts a brighter screen. There is more accurate colours, sharp as it can get. It is slightly cheaper than the Tab Pro 8.4, but worth every penny, especially if you’re an Amazon Prime member. Look for a full review of this tablet next week right here on the Tech page.

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Shop until you drop | Mahmood Hossain Here’s an app that makes shopping fun Keep Shopping from keep.com is a fantastic experience for the fashionably in tuned. While you’ll see a majority of fashion products for women, the app allows you to search, like, and “keep” products from electronic accessories to home appliances. Guys, don’t be shy. This is a perfect app for the times you’re stuck trying to figure out what to buy that special woman in your life.

The user interface is aesthetically pleasing and easy to navigate. It’s a tad similar to what you would see on Pinterest. The beautiful layout makes you want to browse through its handy features over and over again. Keep is very simple in function, as you are taken to a lovely welcome sign-in screen; you can sign in through Facebook or e-mail. Once you’re hooked up and logged in, you’re taken right into the Trending section of the app.

Scroll down and you’ll see a list of

items that are in trend for the moment. Keep lets you like and keep those certain items into “Collections.”

For example, there’s already a given Wishlist folder and For Others folder.

By touching the little Keep logo at the top left corner of the screen or swiping from the left, you’re presented with a small host of features:

Trending – Here you will find all the current items in trend that others are looking through.

My Feed – You’ll be able to follow other users that share the same tastes so you can personalise your Keep feed.

Read – Short articles or posts are

shared through this well designed feature. From celebrities to styling tips, this is a fun and quick read.

Like it/Toss it – Easier way to “Like” random items that pop in a slide show fashion. But if you don’t like something you just press “Toss” and onto the next one.

Tires | wheels

Megelli 125R

Road rage

| Tahsin Momin

| Adila Hoque

After dawn A rumour has been going about town regarding a white Allion in Gulshan; kidnappers in “raincoats” riding this car have been mugging, kidnapping and cutting the good passers-by in that area. The following statement was brought to our attention by this anonymous well-wisher, who has battled one such evening a few days ago.

A hypersport machine that moves as bold as its red-hot, provocative looks This Chinese-manufactured 125cc motorcycle emulates a hypersport machine and it represents the encroachment into a sphere of influence up until now owned by Japanese manufacturers. Without a doubt it is one of the brashest contenders to yet to roll down the streets of Dhaka but a more appropriate question to ask would be, “Will we soon see a new chapter in motorcycling?”

Design

Technology Available at : Speedoz Ltd. Holding# 60, New Airport Road, Amtoli, Mohakhali, Dhaka Phone: 9890692, 9890698

The extravagant 125R was penned for maximum eye appeal. It seems like a studied accumulation of the design elements from some of the most successful sports bikes. If you look at it carefully the front end looks like a wasp and you can clearly see the similarities with the Yamaha R15. From other angles it reminds us of the Ducati 916 without the single sided swingarm. And the welded tubular frame is something that was common with the MV Augusta.

Even though it seems like a gathering of different bike parts assembled in China; its roots lie deep down in UK. Megelli is actually a UK based bike manufacturer that has its headquarters situated in London. The Megelli 125R was designed by the English design studio SLD, which is famous for designing motorcycles for well known brands such as Triumph and Ducati.

So, from every angle the Megelli 125R looks sharp and its presence is more aggressive than those of the Japanese bikes in the same performance class.

Motivating the Megelli is air cooled carburetted engine which is sourced from the Taiwanese manufacturer, SYM. And the wet clutch six-speed transmission makes it a potent contender by the Japanese standards. Megelli claims that the bike weighs just under 300lbs, adding up to a respectable power-to-weight ratio. The whole bike is rested on a cleanly-welded steel trellis frame and a unique T6-alloy trellis swing-arm. And even the brakes fluids are delivered to the callipers via braided steelwrapped lines.

The Megelli 125R cuts a striking pose as a small repli-racer. It has a competitive power-to-weight ratio and a pretty reliable power train. The 125R has real potentials to shake things up in the entry level sports bike segment.

Performance and handling

Powering the Megelli is a 125cc four-stroke engine that produces 11HP at 8200rpm. Even though it will rev all the way up to 11,000rpm, the screamer unit is quite reluctant to rev after 8,500rpm. But with that being said, the sound from the tuned exhaust is just epic. One twist of the wrist and you won’t be able to get over the eargasm. The 125R will chase up to 135km/h with an average fuel economy of 40-kilometres per litre.

With lowered suspension the ride comfort on the Megelli isn’t all that great but due to the low centre of gravity, the handling in straight line or in corners is fanatical. And the rotor petal disc brakes both at front and the rear add further more to the superb handling of the 125R.

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AUTO CORRECT

When should the throttle body of the motorcycle be cleaned?

One main area of maintenance that will make your bike run like new is cleaning the throttle body. If you have been noticing that your bike’s performance has started to lag, the engine idle speed is dropping lower than usual, and your bike just dies out while being stationary, then it is time to clean your throttle body. It’s not that time consuming to clean the throttle body. We at the Avenue T desk suggest that you clean the throttle body every time you go in for oil change.

Many of you might think that there is too little carbon build up on the throttle body to be worried about but the fact is, a little bit of maintenance of the throttle body goes a long way.

There were four men driving a white Allion; one of them was behind the wheel and two of them were carrying knives. The third man had his hands deep down in his pockets and I’m positively suspicious that he had a firearm in his possession.

I was on a rickshaw, and the car went past us to stop in front of me.

The three men got out of the car and grabbed my things; I complied, afraid for my life. On their way back to the car, a police van had arrived, followed by a G4S pickup truck.

They ran to their car and I screamed for help. Almost immediately the police started chasing them and the cars disappeared. Later that day, I learned that the police had followed them into Road 108 before losing sight of them. This inability of theirs had visibly saddened the police officer, and even though I wish they’d get caught, I couldn’t be more grateful for my own safety.

To protect yourself from possibly encountering a similar situation in the future, you must adhere to the following: • Try your best to follow a crowd; avoid travelling alone as much as possible.

• Unless it is absolutely necessary, do not venture out late at night especially not alone.

• When they ask for your wallet, watch, etc., do not resist.

• Always take the most direct, shortest route to your destination. The less time you spend in a quiet neighbourhood, the slimmer your chances are at getting mugged.

• Gear up - carry a cell phone with a fully charged battery, wear shoes more suited for running.

• Try to get out of the house as less as possible just before and right after iftar, as this has been known to be the time when the streets are most frequented by these mysterious men.

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6 | Tell issues

Love burnt out | Agony Aunt

Photo: Big Stock

I lost my parents at a very young age; ever since, the only parent I knew was my uncle. He brought me up, sent me to university here and then he got me married to the son of one of his friends.

My uncle and father-in-law have been best friends for decades. This makes my situation all the more difficult. My husband abuses me - in all kinds of ways.

We live with his parents so I assumed once his parents found out they’d tell him to stop. I was wrong - very wrong. They encourage his abusive behaviour in all kinds of ways. The other day I accidentally burnt my husband’s breakfast because I was running late for my office, and my mother-in-law slapped me. I wanted to report to my uncle about this but I figured I shouldn’t ruin their friendship; after all, I am indebted to him. My patience is running thin, and I don’t want to feel like a victim all my life. I wanted to file for divorce; but I have been having second thoughts, especially since I’m four months pregnant right now. I don’t want my child to grow up in a house where his father does not respect his mother. But I’m not sure if divorce is the correct solution to my problem. What should I do AA?

My dear lady, You owe your uncle gratitude and love, and after that you owe him nothing; you do not owe him your discomfort or unhappiness. What you can do, is to go to your uncle and tell him what is good about your life, and then you tell him that life has been difficult but you did not want to bother him. Now things are not too good with your husband and your mother-in-law and you have been abused by them for the last few months/years. You would like his advise on how to go about it. You would like the marriage to work but you find yourself so unhappy and you are worried about the baby. You want the baby to be raised in a loving family but you feel you cannot do so in such an environment.

Tell your uncle that your husband’s parents know about the abuse but they are not doing anything about it.

Maybe you could suggest you could go and have a break from your husband to make him realise the situation is really intolerable. You need peace and serenity for the baby’s sake as well as your own.

Please let me know what is the result of this conversation and we will proceed from there. Keep calm, be as positive as possible but tell your truth.

Our Agony Aunt is a life coach and a relationship coach as well as a corporate and organisational consultant

Aries (MAR 21-APR 19) Your course of life will visibly alter.

Prepare yourself beforehand.

This week you’ll barely be able to neglect minor chores, both at work and home.

Taurus (Apr 20-May 20) This week, your home, household or family duty may take priority.

All tasks will have several solutions which will give your natural intelligence some food for thought.

Gemini (May 21-Jun 20) This week you may get tired of disputes that you’ve been dealing with in your love life for the last couple of months, and may even want to give up and start over with somebody “new.”

Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22) Cancer’s ambitious plans can hardly become reality in the blink of an eye. However, this week the Crabs will have a chance to consider their ideas.

Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22) Time has come for Leo to get down and dirty while handling its household affairs. For example, you may have to stock up on food, drugs, building materials and other miscellaneous.

Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22) Don’t be lazy to scrutinise your plans Virgo, think big and strategise accordingly.

Libra (Sep 23-Oct 22) You won’t probably be able to enjoy life to its fullest right now. Put off satisfying your personal whims till a

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The gold digger Q

I’ve been in a relationship with K for the past eight months. She has always had a very bad reputation in our friend circle, and I was continuously discouraged to date her. People called her a promiscuous woman, a coquette and even a gold digger – I’ve heard it all. I never paid heed to others’ comments and loved her for who she was. I just got a promotion at work two months ago.

Ever since I told her about my raise, she somehow keeps hinting about gifts she wants me to get for her. It would be okay if they were reasonable demands but they are not! I just bought her two very expensive designer bags last month. This month, she’s been nagging for a very, very expensive watch. She emotionally blackmails me saying I “don’t take care” of her and even threatens to break up. What is going on?

- Stranded

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Dear Stranded, Some say there is no smoke without fire but this isn’t always entirely true. Sometimes there truly isn’t any fire, but people talk anyway. For you to be confident and brave enough to love her for who she is, is commendable. However, if she’s really threatening to break up over something like your inability to buy her expensive gifts then this is time for an intervention. Perhaps you are misunderstanding her demands or are reading too much into it. In that case, give her a chance to prove otherwise. Gently explain to her that you cannot afford to buy her all that she demands and that it is hurtful when she threatens to break up over something as materialistic as this. If she sticks around, quits her nagging and is with you, you know your heart is in the right place. If not, then perhaps there really is no smoke without fire. Call it quits before it’s too late.

- AvenueT desk

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Horos

Tell | more favourable moment. Now is the time to plunge into work by carrying out item after item on the way towards realising your general plan.

Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21) Scorpio should start working on a new plan making sure it accounts for changing circumstances. You may have to plan for a long distance trip, studying, business development and general outlook expansion.

Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21) Now is the time to work hard and as well as earn respect of your colleagues, managers, clients and close people.

Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19) You’ll be successful in anything and everything you do now. The Goats will prove to be wonderful teachers, programmers, researchers and whatnot.

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Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 19) Aquarius’ negligence and absentmindedness may have far-reaching consequences. The Water Bearers will find it much more beneficial to be meticulous, diligent and farsighted especially if they have taken on a new project they have never dealt with before.

Pisces (Feb 20-Mar 20) For most Pisceans, the week will turn out quite successful.

What seems to be a limitation of opportunities is actually a blessing for the Fish. Stars sift through ineffective ways and send you towards your goal by the shortest path. You will feel quite good within given parametres and be quick to realise it.

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Blowing away the boundaries | N Anita Amreen The intimacy timeline for couples From the window rattler to the quick, muffled shot – men have mastered the art of expunging gas. By now we’ve seen (or heard) all about what men have to offer. While men make a quicker transition from the gentlemen to the carefree caveman, women seem to take a tad bit longer to let you in on what’s really brewing in the backyard.

emerge and they accept each other, nose-blowing and all. Gas releases still demand a minute’s distance and are usually out of ear-shot, but they are still a potential possibility.

9 –13 months

This is when their smelly friend starts becoming a living, pulsating reality that they can’t contain. At first the stench is blamed on the dog, but soon that turns into a code word for the 0 – 4 months shockwave of flatulence In the first few weeks of the that both partners need to Photo: Big Stock relationship, the two are at their get used to. One partner, if best. He’s acting the part of real gentleman, not both, comes clean with their biological and she, the ever-so-charmed lady love, the exclamations. Men even begin turning the epitome of beauty, grace and perfection. situation into a running joke, sometimes In this stage of the relationship, no matter pulling this feat off with style, adding bubble how steamy the two get, when nature beats to his nightly exercise, much to the calls, the lady will keep herself as tightly lady’s amusement. corked as a fresh bottle of wine. A storm may be raging in her backyard, but her face 13 - 18 months will always remain as a mask of serene The true intimacy levels have just been innocence. Men, too, refrain from letting it reached. Dirty sweats, unwaxed hands, rip; the last way he wants to rock her world stretches of make-up free days are no is with a fart quake. A delightful stage. longer foreign to either party. Quakes and rattles become customary goodnight 5 – 9 months signals. Some men even consider this The relationship eases into the honeymoon period of the relationship to be the prime period and soon that too, is over. He’s time for adding some shabang to the wearing sweats and she’s finally going shower playlist. For some letting it rip may make-up free. Both understand and even become a competition. Finally, a few accept the part-and-package of each months down the line, farting becomes as other: sneezing, coughing, blowing your natural and irrelevant as breathing. This is nose, asking for second helpings and even when the boundaries are truly blown away, zits are accepted. The human side finally or shall we say “gone with the wind?”

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Booze control Q

I’ve been in a relationship with F for three years now.

We have always been in a long distance relationship, with both of us living in two different cities. From the offset I knew he had a drinking habit. He drinks over the weekend, sometimes even during the week. The last two times he came to visit me, we went out with his friends and of course, he drank.

Photo: Big Stock The first time he got very aggressive about me talking to other male friends. I knew he was just drunk and not in his senses.

When we went back home, he slapped me and threatened to choke me to death if I ever spoke to any male friend again – his or mine. This really scared me. He woke up the next day, apologised profusely and promised he’d never do it again. Even when he’s not visiting and is drinking with friends, he gets very aggressive on the phone. Swears at me, calls me names and verbally abuses me. All his insecurities reach a new height and he goes mad with jealousy. I’ve asked him to quit drinking but he hasn’t. I cannot bear to see him like this, I love him very much. How can I help him?

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Firstly, you must accept that your boyfriend is a raging alcoholic. He has been both emotionally and physically abusive with you and that should be enough for you to take a step back from this relationship and really evaluate the situation. Remember that nobody can change another person unless that person has the will to change himself. You can cry, cajole, beg but the truth will remain the same – he will resist your efforts the more you try to force him to change his ways. Instead of focusing on him, for once, focus on yourself and really think about what you’ve had to go through. You say you love him, but can you really tell yourself why? He has hit you, he abuses you and demeans you. You must answer yourself and figure out why you believe you deserve to be treated this way. Ask yourself questions and make an honest decision. Do you really deserve this relationship?

- AvenueT desk

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Wind chimes for your air-senal | Adila Haque Chime away your worries For hundreds of years, wind chimes have been used as simple and elegant ornaments for our balconies. In ancient China, they were used as scarecrows believing they would shoo away evil spirits. These graceful little devils, however, are capable of serving a higher purpose than decorating your home. According to popular feng-shui ideology, they’re used to get rid of prolonged laziness, combat depression, ensure a balanced flow of beneficial energy in your home as well as attracting happiness, prosperity and wealth.

In feng-shui, wind chimes are one of the most effective enhancers and are also rumoured to be a remedy to many hurdles. The magical sound of the rods swaying in the wind is used to clear negative energies so the environment is harmonious again. In accordance to almost any other form of medication, wind chimes have their positives and negatives, depending on various factors that should affect their placement in your house.

Material Wind chimes can be made of many different kinds of materials, the most popular ones being metal, wood, bamboo, ceramic and glass. In the North, Northwest and West, metal wind chimes are a good choice while wooden wind chimes work well in the South, Southeast and East. Ceramic or glass is usually preferred in the NE or SW direction.

Hollow tubes vs solid tubes Although there is a constant debate regarding these two types, they’re both known to be equally effective.

Number of rods Four, six, seven, eight and 18 rods are most popular when purchasing wind chimes to raise flow of positive energy, whereas five best suppresses negative energy.

Location Select a location for your wind chime where it can have complete freedom of motion.

Nevertheless, make sure that you do not hang them in places where there is a chance of strong winds breaking their way in.

In addition to these guidelines, you must also follow the rules listed down below when it comes to picking these little pieces of art: • Don’t hang your wind chime where you work, eat or sleep. Make sure it is never over your head so you don’t run a risk of being a hindrance to it harnessing its energy 24/7.

• Do your best to find the dome-shaped chimes; they work best as energisers than the flat-topped ones.

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Take care |

Ramadan Special Week 2

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Easing into

Ramadan (part II) | Natasha Rahman

If you followed last week’s Ramadan get-up-and-go guide, the second week should be a breeze for you

Rest

Diet

Plating a nutritious iftar

Sleep easy Eating clean shows its perks on everything. You suddenly feel more energetic in the morning? Or are you feeling more agile and light? If yes, then the first week has been good to you. The second week should be sweep clean easy for you to get by. Do get your eight hours of sleep no matter what. Even if you wake up for sehri, eat moderately and please do not stuff yourself!

Do walk for about 10 minutes before you rush to bed. Your sleep pattern should improve by now and it should be easier to wake up in the morning. The more organic you eat, the less heavier you’ll feel, and waking up in the morning can be less of a wrestling match.

Natasha Rahman is an aerobics instructor at The Dazzle Ltd. She is also the Assistant Editor for Tmag. She lives to eat and doesn’t believe in starving oneself to look stunning

As your iftar plate is a mix of the good and the bad, it’s time you change up the menu to confuse and stimulate your body all at the same. How? Try adding one or two new items to your iftar every day. If you have opted to have a cup of guava and some oats with milk the first day, pick out oranges and some high fibre biscuits like IKO or Muesli with skimmed milk for the next. Every day for this week, pick out a few new items that will give your body a different nutrient benefit. You could also opt for a combination of fruit and veg on a daily basis; for instance have a cup of papaya and some carrots, or some grilled aubergines or broccoli and green apples. Gulp down freshly squeezed papaya juice or grapefruit juice before tucking in. This will keep you hydrated and also act as a bar from allowing any of the grease to reach your beloved love handles.

Burn

Working those muscles If you have struggled through the first week, your body should already start responding and growing stronger. Intensify the pace this week. If you went walking last week, pull up the pace, walk faster and time yourself. If you have been easing into tabata yoga, then mix up the workout with some beginners’ weight training for about 15 minutes. If the way you roll is by hitting it hard, cardio style, then either try a longer workout or pick out a new set of cardio workouts to keep challenging your body. After doing a week’s workout, your body now knows what to expect. Throw in the unexpected. This will surprise your body and you will burn more calories than you would have if you stuck to the previous routines.

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10 | Trial room

Sriya Sharbojoya on passion

plays and pet pe Vibrant green eyes, wild, lustrous curls and an infectious laugh, Sriya Sharbojoya is the ultimate embodiment of a star, but one that has her feet firmly placed on the ground. A powerhouse of talent, this versatile artiste has already had an avalanche of activities this year – from running the show at Radio Shadhin as Station-in-charge to debuting in Usha Ganguly’s play “Nam Gotrohin Mantor Meyera,” she has managed to stay at the top of her game despite her gruelling schedule. The inimitable Sriya shares anecdotes, talks about her love for radio, and why you should never be caught with dirty feet on her bed.

| N Anita Amreen

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rom being involved in school theatre productions from the age of nine to becoming the Station-in-charge of Radio Shadhin, your illustrious career has taken quite a few interesting turns. What made you believe that radio was your true calling?

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y first experience in radio was as an RJ and I loved every bit of it! I think radio has a magic like no other. It has the ability to connect and create a bond between people who have never even met. It also enables us to use our imagination, allowing us to create an image of a person, scenario and space. In a society and culture like ours it also has the power to be the platform and the voice of the people or the youth since it’s one of the most personal and interactive mediums. In a country like ours where almost everyone is a cell phone user, radio is literally in every one’s hands, at all times. All these made me realise the power of the radio and I knew that this was my true calling (or at least one of my true callings since I think I am too young to decide on only one path or adventure; keeping my fingers crossed, and am hoping to have many more adventures in the days to come). Anyway, this led to the birth of Radio Shadhin 92.4 FM - a channel whose philosophy is best encapsulated by the words of Bob Marley, “Emancipate yourself from mental slavery, none but ourselves can free our minds.”

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hen it comes to media arts you have always been a powerhouse of talent – whether it’s behind the scenes of Radio Shadhin

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or debuting on the forefront of Usha Ganguly’s play “Nam Gotrohin Mantor Meyera.” Tell us why you chose this as your theatre debut.

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t wasn’t really a matter of me choosing my theatre debut. It was rather a case of me getting a scope or chance to act in this wonderful production “Nam Gotrohin” – the 44th production

of the renowned theatre group Nagorik Natya Shampradaya. And it has been my great honour and privilege to have been chosen or cast in this play by the renowned and veteran actor/director Usha Ganguly.

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ou’ve been quite a torchbearer for the empowerment of

women. Do you think this stems from your all women’s education at Smith College?

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mith College has definitely shaped by personal philosophy in life whether it is about empowerment of women or about my work ethics. At Smith I was steeped in an environment where I felt like I could be anyone I

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the best life has to offer. My family has always sensitised me about the need for empowerment of women in our society so that has been a big influence for me as well. And now my husband is a very supportive partner who encourages me to pursue all I want to do in every way possible and he is a champion on women’s empowerment issues as well. I think all this helps me to strive for empowerment of women.

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n terms of your career at this point, do you see yourself more of an actor or an RJ?

don’t necessarily think I need to choose one or the other. I would love to continue with both. But since I have just started acting I would love to put my effort and pursue that properly and fully.

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o be declared as a star child all the time, it must seem burdensome.

eing the child of parents who are celebrities and individuals who have played a pivotal role in shaping the socio cultural scene of our country is definitely a pressure at times. You always know you are being held up to very high standards and I know that I have to do something crazy brilliant to get people to take notice, which definitely can be burdensome.

But being a star child also has its perks for sure! I have access to people, places and scopes to which I wouldn’t necessarily have access to if I didn’t come from the family I come from.

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ou’ve always had a unique sense of style, what are a few local brands you swear by?

absolutely love junk jewellery and ethnic, hip and chic wear.

Some places I love to shop for junk jewellery and clothing are Aarong, Aranya, Ideas, Deshal, Chondon, Jatra, Shoily (online shop), Orange Theory (online shop), Mayali (online shop) Tangail Saree Kutir, Urban Truth, Astorion, etc.

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n spite of your gruelling schedule, you’ve managed to keep fit. Any secret “actress diets” you’d like to reveal to your fans?

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wanted to be. I also believe that I grew up in a family where I’ve had many women role models who are very empowered such as my mother, grandmothers and aunts.

The men in my life have also been very supportive in this regard. My father and elder brother, since when I was a child, told me that the world is for my taking and I deserve

have recently lost some weight.

A good work out, a low-fat diet and plenty of water are what truly work. And oatmeal is a great rice or carb replacement. It has lots of fibre and can be sweetened or cooked with masala. Also almonds (I love slightly toasted) and green apples make great snacks!

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hree things you secretly love about yourself?

y confidence and ability to speak my mind, my sense of humour, my eyes and my curls (yes I am being vain)!

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ny pet peeves?

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ES! Quite a few actually.

Dirty feet on my bed, nasty bathrooms, body odour, public spitting, burping, picking one’s nose and scratching private parts and the list goes on. Take your pick!

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ever slotted with any single genre of art, what’s next on the cards for you? After your success with “Nam Gotrohin Mantor Meye,” we’re expecting to see more of you.

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’m looking forward to lots of theatre, quite a few audio visual productions be it television or film.

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nd finally, on a lazy Friday afternoon, where can we find Sriya Sharbojoya? opefully (if not at shoots or rehearsals) lazying around in her pjs at home, spending quality time with her family and loved ones and her spoilt cats!

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12 | Trending style session

With Sabrina Fatma Ahmad I have recently adopted the hijab, and am pretty new to this. I want some wardrobe suggestions that are modest and still stylish. I don’t want to limit myself to salwar kameez only.

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And nor should you. We’ll dedicate this week’s column to helping you keep it stylish without compromising on your faith.

fashion

Blown away | Sabah Rahman Andeem, a popular local brand introduced a gorgeous collection that you can rock this breezy, monsoon season. Check out these mind blowing pieces and get your hands on an outfit or two

On the go

The extra devout will prefer long skirts and fuller silhouettes that disguise the shape of the legs.

Salwar kameez sets are definitely a practical option if you’re out and about and have places to go and things to do, particularly in this weather, but there’s no need to limit yourself. Palazzo pants are a fairly trendy option you can try. With the monsoon bringing the heat down to a tolerable level, you can now throw on a summer cotton cardigan over a loose tank or sleeveless blouse and accessorise with a chic pendant.

Something geometric or Art Deco inspired would be your best bet.

Finally, use a long scarf with a bold print as your hijab.

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This multicoloured beauty is anything but ordinary. A loud pink and white half and half saree with a popping mirrored border.

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This half and half neon green georgette sari is to die for and perfect for the lady who wants all eyes on her. The black sequined border sets off the perfect contrast of colours.

Dressy casual

For dawats and get-togethers, there are two awesome options you can try. Pair a bold, drapey pantsuit with a blazer and a killer cuff. Or go for a long, billowing maxi dress worn with an open chambray shirt.

Both looks are super trendy without compromising on modesty.

Formal and fancy

Here’s a riff on the sari ensemble you could try. Instead of the traditional one-shoulder draping that would require you to invest in a full-sleeved blouse, drape your anchal halter style, thus covering your chest and neck, as your adopted dress code dictates. Youtube “convertible dress” for tutorials on how to do this. Now, in lieu of a blouse, wear a cropped bolero. You can now wear your hijab turban-style and rock a pair of statement earrings and still be all covered up.

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You are woman, let’s hear you roar! A high neck black and white kameez with a soft coral tiger motif with a sheer lower body is a great option for someone looking for something out of the box.

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A full length, low waist apricot gown with royal blue flared net sleeves. Perfect for a night out in town, it’s offset by a large blue zari embroidered yoke, brought alive with intricate stone work.

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style session

Al fresco

with mahmood Hossain

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This rain gets on my nerves. I want to stay dry but I don’t want to look huge in a bulky jacket.

How can I stay stylish without worrying about getting wet?

| Mahmood Hossain

Stick to these dos and don’ts in summer fashion

Started from the bottom, now we’re here Flip flops? For the love of all that is good, stay away from these!

Unless you’re taking out the trash or walking around your home, you have no business wearing these.

No one wants to see those battle tested feet. Even if you regularly get pedicures, these are a sign of laziness. What you want is to have simple crossover slip-on sandals – nothing that separates your toes.

They are much more elegant and fashionable with casual wear. Think leather on your feet when it comes to sandals.

Pour homme Fragrances are as important as the rest of your outfit. During the

winter we result to heavier scents for an everlasting effect. The hotter months are the complete opposite.

You never want to mix sweat with your cologne.

That’s why you see lighter and cooler scents making their faces seen in fashion ads. Look for colognes like, Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, Burberry Sport, Bleu de Chanel.

These will cost you in the range between TK5,000 and TK7,000.

Swapping the denim out Most of you aren’t willing to part from your beloved pairs of jeans, but this season really gives you the opportunity to throw off a little bit of weight. Colourful trousers, in small prints or solid, provide that extra kick into your look. If

A you’re already used to wearing suit trousers to work and other events, what’s to stop you from going casual? They are made to fit, and project that sprezzatura attitude.

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I know that slim fit is the best way to wear clothes, but is that always the case, even with casual wear?

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Slippery when wet | Mahmood Hossain

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Battling the wind and rain Most rain gear comes off unattractive and heavy. We’re here to let you know that you don’t have to sacrifice certain aspects of your personal style. The wind, in general, is a very welcoming element in our ridiculous climate.

The rain, however, can be nasty.

Our unpredictable weather gives us the opportunity to keep things even simpler.

If you’ve got yourself some rubber boots to take on the showers and mud, you’re a step ahead. For those who don’t, there are alternatives to make things work.

The most important accessory

An umbrella. Don’t like carrying it around? Too bad. Unfortunately, we can’t hop into a Burberry store to grab their signature trench coats. We have to make do. If the wind gets too much to handle, a hoodie does just fine.

Whatever you bought and saved from winter can come into effect here. But to keep things simple, while wearing the least amount of layers, get yourself an

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umbrella. You’ll be able to buy a quality umbrella for less than TK1,000.

No rubber

Get your mind out of the gutter (pun intended). We’re talking boots here, gentlemen. Not everyone is willing to go out to buy a pair for the wet environment. One thing you should never wear is suede. We cannot stress

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Well, for one, you can maybe start sporting an umbrella. You really aren’t sacrificing much apart from a sore wrist. You can always wear a windbreaker. It’s super-light, battles the wind, and keeps you dry for the most part. You could even carry an extra towel in your bag to wipe yourself off later, if you think you’ll melt like the wicked witch of the Southeast.

It’s not just about your distaste towards bulky clothes, you have to keep in mind that water will build up and you’ll become heavier. As for the mud, well, just watch your step.

that enough. Canvas sneakers are your best bet; it’s light, comfortable, and can take a hit when it pours. When it gets dirty, you can simply toss them into the washing machine. If you’re on your way to the office, it’s recommended you wear dress shoes with a little height in the heel. In addition, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to buy some water repellent spray for those shoes.

Slim is more flattering but you’ve raised a good question. We all know how foul our weather can be in the city. This means you shouldn’t wear clothes that could stick to your body. Yes, that goes for slim fit outfits. Designers are now producing the right fit clothing without it being too suffocating.

And that’s the point of casual wear. You want to feel relaxed. As mentioned, you’ll be introduced to lighter fabrics that are cut to fit, allowing it to be more manoeuvrable. More importantly, it’s breathable, which makes tolerating the heat somewhat better.

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For every season, there’s a guideline you should follow. The summer is about colours and lightweight clothing. Make it easier for yourself by keeping the right items in mind.

Send in your style inquiries to avenuet@dhakatribune.com

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14 | Tempt Beauty flash

with Sabah rahman

Hot products Let’s talk about some of the products mentioned in the other trending article. Order them from the multiple online stores on Facebook so you are always armoured to deal with beauty emergencies Tinted moisturiser

Pretty selfexplanatory, these are lightweight formulas with a hint of colour to them for women who don’t need or want full coverage. There are tons of brands that carry tinted moisturisers, so just pick one that co-operates with your skin best. Do extensive research and read reviews of the ones that catch your eye because once you’ve ordered from abroad you can’t really get an exchange or refund.

Illuminators

“Ooh la lift” from Benefit Cosmetics is a lifesaver and every lady should be equipped with one. Light reflecting particles help mask the damage done by late, sleepless nights. It’s suitable for all skin tones.

And a perfect mid-day perk up.

Tints

Benefit Cosmetics was also one of the pioneers of lip and cheek tints when they launched Benetint.

This little beauty in a bottle is a sheer rosy stain that can be blended on the apples of your cheeks for a completely natural look. The best thing about it is that it lasts all day. Even after a roll in the hay.

It can also be used on your lips and topped off by gloss. A huge number of cosmetics brands now have their own colours in a range of prices.

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Easy, breezy, beautiful | Sabah Rahman You left the house with a bare face thinking it was just going to be another drab day at work.

That’s all fine and dandy until your boss let’s you know you have a meeting with the board members in 10 minutes about a promotion. What? Don’t freak out. Here’s how you can breeze through this situation and come out on top. Just remember to tote along your makeup bag with you on a regular basis

Face first You’re not going to have time to fully paint your mug. Forget the heavy coverage products as they take too long to blend. Keep a tinted moisturiser in your bag that you can just slap on in a hurry.

Use a bit more on the problem areas you need to conceal. Skip the powder. However, if your skin is super oily and resembles a wok at the end of a busy day at a Chinese restaurant, use grease blotting paper - a lot of them if necessary.

Eyes

Line the inner rims of your upper eyelids with a pencil for instant definition. Use an under eye illuminator to mask shadows or any major baggage. Layer the mascara on thick. Don’t channel Twiggy in this case though.

Clumps won’t help you look very professional and in charge.

Lips and cheeks

If you haven’t jumped on the lip tint train, it’s high time you do! They are the most versatile product a girl can have in her bag because you can use it both on your lips and cheeks. You can build the colour up or play it down, depending on how much to apply. If you don’t own any yet, just blend a bit of lipstick on your cheeks for a subtle glow.

Hair

We’re hoping that you at least made an effort with your hair even though you sported a bare face. In case you didn’t and your crowning glory resembles a crow’s nest, brush it through and pull it off your face. Don’t have a cloth covered rubber band? The painful brown office version will have to suffice.

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Glitz and glam | Sabiha Akond Rupa

Shop to your heart’s content this Ramadan

Anjan

Anjan’s unveils their Eid collection that includes fine fabrics such as silk, halfsilk and cotton with different prints and a wide range of colour schemes and patterns.

Unique designs and cuts are what make their new line of clothing stand out from the rest.

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16 | TRAVELOGUE

Sky is the We might not have the wings of Icarus, but the second best option isn’t half as bad either

| Tausif Sanzum

Hot air balloon

If you are bored travelling by airplanes where you get to see nothing more than mere clouds, then it’s time for you to take a ride where it all began. Hot air balloons provide you with the ultimate flying escapade where one can literally feel the soothing sensation of either flying above serene locales in the Loire Valley of Paris or the wildlife in the Serengeti National Park – just to name a few.

Best places for the ultimate hot air ride: Napa Valley, California, Istria, Croatia

Being on the safer side

In case you are a little scared about accidents caused in various sky diving activities, you can opt for parasailing. In this you are attached to a parachute which is connected to a vehicle. As the vehicle gathers momentum, you are suspended into the air. You can experience this safe but nevertheless fun recreational activity as long as the vehicle maintains a consistent high speed.

Best places for this safe bet: Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro Goa, India Phuket

Soaring high in the air

A little less extreme compared to parasailing and also more expensive, para-diving is a free flying activity involving a person being attached to a wide parachute shaped canopy. He/she is then lifted to a height from where they can dive freely into the air. Able divers can fly even for extended periods of 2-3 hours.

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Rewinding the fun

Bungee jumping has its fair share of fun but it’s time to move over.

Reverse bungee gives you a feeling of disorientation but this is what makes it one hell of an experience which you would want to put on repeat. It consists of a two person seat which is attached to two elastic ropes, each hanging from one tower on opposite sides. The passenger seat is kept on the ground with an electromagnetic latch as the wires are stretched. As soon as the controllers switch off the electromagnet, the riders are pulled to heights ranging from 50200 plus metres. The riders keep bouncing up and down until the elasticity of the ropes relaxes.

Best places to seat on this modern fairground wonder: Kingdom of Dreams, Gurgaon, India Macao Tower, Macao, Bhote Kosi River, Nepal

Eating out

How can we leave out food from this list? On the 63rd floor of the Lebua Hotel, Bangkok, you can get to eat at the award winning restaurant, Sirocco. If this height is not good enough for you, then we have the world’s tallest building at your service. On its 122nd floor, roughly at an altitude of 1030-metres, sits the At.mosphere that holds the world record for being the “highest restaurant above ground level.” If you feel that we are leaving out on nature, think again. The cliff side restaurant, Berggasthaus Aescher in Switzerland blesses hikers with breathtaking views of the surrounding Alpine area in Wasserauen.

Best places to experience paragliding: Dune Du Pyla, France, Norway, Kasay beach flight park, Philippines

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18 | Tantalise review

Palate pleasers at Antipasto | Khan N Moushumi

Comfortably curled up on 138, Gulshan Avenue, Gulshan-2, Antipasto has more than just pasta and steak to offer. Simple yet tasteful, the décor stands out with chic wooden columns and suave blinds in the background. Ivory lamps adorn the ceiling like little trinkets, and couches and tables are neatly aligned on clear sheen floor. However, the service, although friendly, could have been a bit quicker.

Lasagna Al Forno

To start off, we tried their Cream of Mushroom/Chicken Soup (priced at Tk180). This creamy, lip-smacking concoction was nothing short of amazing and it deserves 4 stars on a scale of 5. The garlic breath was totally worth it.

Their Virgin Pinacolada (Tk225), served with a drizzle of coconut syrup and coconut milk was equally irresistible with even a creamier consistency. Resisted myself from chucking it all down in one go; this one deserves a 4.5.

Next it was Lasagna Al Forno (Tk700) in order. Here’s the deal with it – it had green spinach pasta cooked al dente in olive oil. However, since it’s so easy to go wrong with creamy pastas with tomato sauce slathered on, I found it a little too pungent for my taste. This has to settle for a 3.5 for now.

We then tried their Fore Rib Eye

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Steak (Tk1,125) and goodness gracious, did it taste irresistibly foodgasmic! If there’s one thing we’ve learned about the Italian restaurants in Dhaka is that they sure know how to mess up a steak. But Antipasto did it justice. Accompanied by spaghetti Bolognese that was moist and not soggy, this one gets a solid 5.

We still had some room left for their Chicken Teppanyaki (Tk850). Now I know it may seem a little odd for an Italian restaurant to be serving Japanese food, but one of the entrepreneurs of Antipasto, being a huge sushi fanatic himself, insisted on incorporating teppanyaki and other sushi items in their menu.

The chef did a great job preparing the teppanyaki right in front of us on the iron griddle, tossing in the right amount of spices, vegetables, rice, and finally topping it with garlic chips – all cooked to impress. A 4.5 for this one.

Orange Souffle

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Special Eid offer at Gitanjali Gitanjali Jewelers is currently offering a 35% discount on their diamond jewellery items. Necklace sets, finger rings, earrings, nose pins, platinum rings, diamond lockets, etc., are all available at their outlet. The offer will expire after Ramadan. For details contact Gitanjali Jewelers, Pink City Shopping Mall, shop-21, Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212. Phone: 028881759, 01678737707. Alternatively visit www.gitanjalijewellerssbd.com.

Ahang Eid special Ahang launches their latest collection of designer, party and traditional saris with matching jewellery, along with sherwani, panjabi, shoes, bags, etc. Their designer wear come in trendy patterns and chic prints and every masterpiece has been crafted to perfection. Visit 54,Gulshan Avenue, Dhaka for more details.

Sahar Rahman Couture opening!

Sahar Rahman clothing is home to all that’s chic and on-trend. Starting from their pret line to couture and bridal, Sahar Rahman combines cutting edge look, quality cuts and beautiful finishes. Her specialty is the soft soothing pastel pallets, a collection of amazing detailed pieces with Pakistani craftsmanship that’s hard to find elsewhere.

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20 | news Gentle Park this summer Gentle Park’s new collection centres around summer and casual wear; fitted shirts, T-shirts, jeans and accessories are available in all their outlets.

Menz Klub Eid bonanza 10th branch of Premium Sweets

Recently, additional managing director of United Commercial Bank Limited Md Shahidul Islam formally inaugurated a new branch opening ceremony of Premium Sweets at Uttara, Sector -07, Rabindra Sharany. Niamat Uddin Ahmed, executive vice president of United Commercial Bank Limited, operations director Flora A Fatema, head of corporate affairs of Premium Sweets Md Mahbubur Rahman Bokul were also present at the inaugural ceremony.

Eid at Cats Eye

Cats Eye always strives to bring out theme-based fusion wear for young people. For this coming Eid, simple pattern variations are the focus for both the men’s and women’s collection. Smart and trendy looks have been inspired by traditional wear. In addition, there are elegant outfits for outgoing women. For latest fashion updates visit www.catseye.com.bd.

Menz Klub provides with wardrobe essentials that are difficult to resist. Keeping the weather in mind, Menz Klub has designed a line of outfits for its Eid collection using light, cotton fabric. Their collection consists of formal, slimfit and casual full sleeve and half sleeve shirts. Moreover, they also offer Polo T-shirts, round neck T-shirts and offtrack colourful trendy outfits.

At Kay Kraft this Eid The design studio of Kay Kraft brings you their scintillating Eid collection in a festive way.

It ranges from saris, salwar kameez, kurtas (for both men and women), skirts-top, panjabis, fotua, shirts, T-shirts, jewelleries to children’s outfits.

Perfume World at Jamuna Future Park Bangla Perfumes Distributors Ltd. unofficially opened its 10th outlet of Perfume World on the ground floor of Jamuna Future Park. The official launching of the showroom is scheduled to be held after Eid-ul-Fitr.

Perfume World distributes branded fragrances in Bangladesh such as Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry, Versace, Thierry Muglar, Creed, Lalique, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Azzaro and Mont Blanc, among others.

ERA House

A few new boutique houses and online stores are taking an initiative to explore the market through exhibitions. The purpose of this is not only to promote their brands, but also to create an awareness of the boutiques hidden behind many Facebook groups/pages and in town. Due to huge response from participants and guests, there will be two exhibitions under the banner of ERA House - Eid Exhibition V (from July 11 and 12) and ERA House - Eid Exhibition VI (July 18 and 19) from 11:00am to 9:00pm at EFES, Gulshan-1.

Eid specials at Mother’s Care Mother’s Care introduces its new collection imported from the UK, USA, Poland, Italy, Korea and Thailand for the upcoming Eid. A new line of entirely foreign products for children such as Barbie inspired skirts, designer dresses and shoes and sandals, along with world famous beauty brands such as MAC, Clinique, Victoria’s Secret, Body Shop, etc. are all available at their outlets.

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