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AIB- First Draft Workshop
First Draft was designed with a simple belief that there are scores of gifted storytellers across the country who are dying to make it big. But then, not many of them have access to practical guidelines about how to go about it, nor do they know methods of structuring their thoughts and ideas. Worst of all, writing is believed to be something that requires only talent and the right frame of mind. AIB, through these workshops is trying to impart the understanding that writing, like all creation, is an act of will and is most importantly dependent on hard work. This is all they want to make available to anyone who conducts our workshops - to help them take some concrete steps toward realizing their dreams rather than endlessly struggling with numerous ideas and incomplete drafts. Conducted by very talented – Satyanshu Singh who writes, directs and teaches cinema with so much passion that it’s not only easy to grasp what he teaches but a class room experience you wouldn’t want to miss. His works include writing poems and stories for Udaan(2010) and lyrics for the song “Life yeh Mausambi-si” in Ferrari Ki Sawaari(2011). Satyanshu along with his brother Devanshu made a Kashmiri short film named “Tamaash” (The Puppet) which won awards at various film festivals across the globe. Satyanshu Singh is also an extensive blogger and his blog ‘Cinema is Forever!’ has won a lot of credit to his name. They are going to come back in August for another workshop so follow them on Instagram and check out their website for regular updates, because you wouldn’t want to miss it. Check them out: http://aibfirstdraft.com/
Mumbai street food festival at Courtyard by Marriott
Marriott welcomed monsoon with Mumbai Street Food Festival. Converting a section of their Momo cafe at Courtyard by Marriot to a vibrant chowpatty that had bandis serving everything from masala chai to ragda patty. Keeping the flavours in mind they have tried to keep authenticity alive with local delicacies and also costumes of the management who happily greet you dressed in traditional Maharashtrian attire. The Chat of Mumbai is known for its lip smacking flavours and endless variety. The extended dinner buffet included pani puri, sev puri, papri chaat, Mumbai’s famous Vada pav, Bombay sandwich but our favourite was definitely Baida Roti- egg parathas with a generous filling of perfectly minced lamb. They also had butter masala egg roll and dessert that was Egg Malpuas, different from what we Hyderbadis are used too. Even the main course part of the buffet included some local Mumbai delicacies like Matar Chi Usal, Malwani Paneer, Besanwali bhindi and Patal Bhaji, but the dish that was definitely outstanding was Lamb Rassa. It was definitely a moment where we were transferred to the city of dreams, little details like, radio playing Bollywood, people moving around in Nehru caps and tea being carried on a cycle served right at your table with accompaniment of some peanuts made it a worthwhile experience
Genuine Broaster Chicken rolls out new Additions
Genuine Broaster Chicken at jubilee hills has added some new additions to their already existing menu. They have rolled out some mind-blowing freak shakes, we tried their Jim Jam Strawberry and Sneaky Caramel both loaded with sinful flavours of delight. They have also added new flavours of wings like Kung Pao, Butter Garlic, Curried BBQ, and Narangi Sriracha. They have already introduced some summer coolers, burgers and not to forget their Oreo Phirni dessert as well. The brand ambassador of the franchise in India is the Celebrity Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi ! The chef has himself designed the unique menu based on Indian flavours and the taste buds for this brand to blend it perfectly along with the authentic menu designed by the company. Also, when you have a look on the menu, all the food items are named in a really quirky way and reflecting the fusion ‘indo-American’. it’s a great place that offer good food and live music as well. Location: Plot No: 271, Shop No. G4 & G5, Road No. 10, Co - op House Building Society, Jubilee Hills. Ph: 040 2355 0049 22 JULY, 2017 - TULIP