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This holiday seasrm, we look at traditbd travel fmds called 'KaW soru' (trdtes as packed rice) in Tamil, were prepared using natural preservatives such as salt, o i l dry d3ies,tammhd.

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November 18 Breaking new ground MusiX - Roots and Shoots - An IndoGerman artistic collaborationwill see six award winning musicians come together to explore new musical grounds combining aspects of both musical traditions. The concert will be held at 7.30 pm at Museum Theatre, Egmore. Free

November 19 Korean connection Black String, a contemporary Korean music will premiere their music at performances in three cities in India in November 2015.Chennai will witness their magic on November 19 at Express Avenue mall Details: +91 44 2436 1224 /

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This Diwali, check out Damini's new Rim Jhim Jumkas. They have taken inspiration from the mosiac colours found in raindrops and incorporated the heavenly hues of dawn.

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Winter wardrobe Catering to the contemporary women of today, collection comprises of varied styles for day wear and evening, ranging from kurtis, skirts, suits and short jackets. The range is availablein vibrant shades of emeralds, oranges, deep reds, peppy yellows, black, royal blue etc. At 4/22, Rutland Gate, 4th Street. Call +9144-28330833/ 34.

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Funjab Grill launched its first outlet in Chennai at Phoenix market City. Punjab Grill blends both the conventionaland contemporary styles; From Salmon Tikka to Tandoori Guchchi, from Champ Taajdar to Raan Hari Singh Nalwa, they offer a huge spread of some of the very best of North I n d i a m j a b i cuisine.

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New dream Amrapali Jewels and Kiran Rao of Amethysr have opened a new luxury shopping destination at Khader Nawaz Khan Road. The beautiful new Amrapali store showcases a wid range of fine jewellery, including signatur pieces featuringjadau jewellery from Jaipul an a vast collection of emeralds. At Amrapa Jewels &The Amethyst Room, Buva Housc Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Nungambakkan Details:+914442085814/ 16/ 17/ 19.

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Shopping Traditionalfervour Gearing up for the auspicious occasion of Diwali, Tanishq, India's largest and most preferred jewellery brand, has launched the stunning Divyam gold jewellery collection. The Divyam collection, inspired by the glorious temples of India, is steeped in heritage and comprises of stylish and elegant heirloom pieces. Visit www.titan.co.in to locate the Tanishq store nearest to YOU.

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Diwali dhamaka Park Hyatt Chennaibrings to the city anelegar repertoire of Diwali delights that will have th glorious Indian sweets like kajukatli: soanpapdis, laddoos etc. that we are familis with along with well-loved western delicacic like bright macarons and wine-infused raisir From Rs. 700 onwards. Details: +91 22 771 1234/ 8939871131

Livingtogether Killer Jeans announces the launch of its new campaign #TogetherAsOne. The campaign highlights the concept of bringing human and animals together in perfect harmony, living in the same world, occupying the same space and has an entire collection inspired by man and his wild companion.Perfect for a winter makeover!

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