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Year 2 • Issue 5

JANUARY 2017 iCRAZE’s Crazy Team Editor SUPRIYA KHEMANI Executive Editor CHANDRA THAPA Features Writer NAMITA SOLANKI Creative Head MANISH SOLANKI Art Director DINESH SOLANKI Graphic Design ROHIT PRAJAPAT Official Photographer MOHD. AKRAM Online Media Manager ZEBA KHAN Website Management JOHNSON PR Contributions SUNDRA BAINS, KAIFI CHOUHAN, NIRMAL RANDHAWA, SMT. AARTI SAREEN Behind iCraze ICurve Creatives Media and PR Coordinator (Bhopal) AMIT SAWLANI

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EDITOR'S NOTE

The 1st Month!

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Happy New Year Readers!

With the marking of the New Year we resolve to entertain you with the new and amazing news like always before! As there is snow fall happening in the northern cities, we are now feeling that the severe winters are creeping in.

Additionally, the winter season also marks for the amazing weddings. This is the best time for people to move out and try different varieties of food and enjoy the latest and new themed restaurants coming up. iCraze is geared up with a style and food guide that will help you swag your way out the severe winters in style and help you to land in to your favourite themed restaurants.

With winters now in full throttle, for the next couple of months we have the ideal wear for women decking up our pages. We know you will be making a lot of social appearances. So, iCraze will help you choose to be chic and stylish with a cool and sexy touch at the events. We have filled our pages with a number of themed restaurants from across the nation to suggest you the best in your city. To give you more on Valentines we have the romantic Cabannas at Hilton Jaipur, on the cover. Stay tuned for food, restaurants and technology this issue. We have brought in technology this season for you. Don’t forget to buy your favourite stuff. Read more!

Having said so we leave it to you to unfold the pages of iCraze January issue 2017 and read through to keep your wardrobe and style updated!

Wishing you Great love and Good Food!

SUPRIYA KHEMANI Editor editorial@icrazemagazine.com

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REJOICE THE SPELL OF LOVE IN ETHNIC WAY!

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The dominant style of NARGIS’ collection comes in red dupion blouse embellished with zari and resham embroidery and accessorized with stones, satin lining, net dupatta which will give an eclectic look.

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iCraze Shoot The ‘Rose collection’ is an embodiment of elegance, class, beauty and magical charm which can seldom be defined by any other type of attire in India.

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The collection is designed considering the love season ahead, offering a fresh glance to your wardrobe.

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5 WAYS

TO INTRODUCE EMBROIDERY INTO YOUR

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On Denim – Embroidery and denims are a solitary combination. Colourful embroidery on denim jackets, pants and bags stand out with great vigor and never fails to impress. If you’re iCRAZE | JANUARY 2017 | 16

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delight to most Indians and a must for anyone who loves detail, embroidery is a great form of embellishment on any Indian clothing styles. With embroidery greatly being practiced among local artisans here in India, it has managed to slink into western couture, where designers have experimented embroidery on denims, leather jackets, boots and many others. It’s an easy and glamorous way to upspec your winter attire.

Yashodhara Shroff, Director and founder of Styletag shares with you 5 ways to incorporate embroidery into your wardrobe. Read on for inspiration if you’re looking to sport this rare style.

looking to experiment and love a pop of color anytime of the day, these are perfect for you. Classroom doodle embroidery is great on western styles and floral on Indian styles.

On Leather – Who would’ve thought leather and embroidery together would flourish so perfectly. One could take their pick from an A- line leather skirt, a leather jacket, bags or pants. If you’re looking for subtle detailing or a full-on embroidered piece, switching to embroidered leather in the form of jacket or a practical shopping bag is a wise move to make.

On Skirts – Nothing makes a statement like a perfect A-line embroidered skirt.

Subtle and appealing

embroidery on skirts are a class-act as opposed to anything else. One can never go wrong with detailed embroidered skirt when paired with a crisp white shirt.

Splurge on some intricately detailed skirts as they will never go out of style.

On Shoes – A favorite among street style aficionados, embroidery on shoes makes a perfect statement and gives your attire that oomph it requires. Embroidery on the tongue of the sneakers and decorative patterns on block heels and Indian flats like morjaris and jhootis are a combination of shoe culture and ethnicity.

These add boldness to your outfit and can draw the right kind of popularity.

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Get the naturally glowing Skin in winters

with TBC by Nature

Are you tired of applying too many chemicals on your skin every winters? TBC by Nature has something herbal for you to try which will not harm your skin. Here is TBC by Nature winter care Natural Vitamin-E Ultra Healing Body Lotion and Cracked Heal Foot Cream.

It provides you long lasting hydration, flawless & smooth skin for 24 hours.

Natural Vitamin-E Ultra Healing Body Lotion is a huge bottle that will work for you the entire winter season and promises you to help replenish lost moisture and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

This body lotion enriched with the Wheat Germ Oil, high in Vitamin E, combines with Vitamins A, B5 & C. Its milky texture makes it soft and smooth and it blends with the skin very easily and lasts longer keeping in the moisture intact.

So from now onwards there is no need to add another layer to your existing skincare regime. Switch to Vitamin-E body lotion from your daily moisture body lotion because it hydrate and protects the skin with the goodness of Avocado Oil, high in essential fatty acids, helps restore elasticity and resilience. After using this lotion you can get softer, smoother and youthful looking skin.

Price:- only worth Rs. 175 for 300ml

Cracked Heal Foot Cream provides effective relief from dry and cracked heels softens rough feet and leaves them smooth and soft. Effective relief from dry cracked heels and rough feet and leaves your feet feeling soft and smooth.

The cream is a little textured and has an amazing fragrance that will keep your feet soft and fresh and provides flawless & smooth skin for 24 hours With an effective combination of Aloe Vera and Fenugreek, TBC Cracked Heal Repair Cream effectively heals cracks and relieves inflamed conditions.

Honey and Turmeric have effective antibacterial action. Regular use keeps feet soft and smooth.

Price:- only worth Rs. 110 for 60g

Rather than using some chemical based winter care products choose TBC by Nature as it helps your skin to stay fresh, soft and smooth and it’s effective for cracked heels.

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iCraze Exclusive

The wrestler Duo! GEETA AND BABITA PHOGAT

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The Dangal charcters Geeta and Babita Phogat quipps about their journey.

Supriya Khemani listens.

eeta and Babita Phogat, freestyle wrestlers who won India’s first ever gold medal in wrestling, in different weight categories at the Commonwealth Games. The success of the Phogat sisters has attracted substantial attention, particularly due to the prevalent social issues in Haryana such as gender inequality, female foeticide and child marriage. Recently, a Bollywood film ‘Dangal’ released in India on 23 December 2016 is based on the lives of Phogat sisters with Mahavir, Geeta and Babita as its main characters. Read more on how difficult was for these sisters to fight against such social odds and come out with flying colours.

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Geeta Phogat

towards winning for my team – UP Ke Dangal

How does it feel when people look up to you as their ideal?

It becomes a responsibility to perform and stand for the position you have now gained, it does feel good and I just hope I sustain it.

What are further plans for the pro wrestling league?

As I mentioned, winning all matches and my team winning the league of the year for the Pro Wrestling League Season 2 is my main focus.

How does it feel to have the tag of India’s first female wrestler to win gold for the nation?

It feels good and I’m proud I could do it.

Your fitness regime Every morning starts 5:00AM workouts and training begins.

Your lifestyle.

Like a regular girl and a newly married woman, I’m enjoying my marital bliss.

Success Mantra.

Ambitions, Discipline and Hard Work.

How difficult was it to cope with societal pressures?

For me the life in village was not easy, I and my family faced a lot but we did not stop training, we were trained harder. Not just me, I think all girls in sports go through societal pressures, hope people understand more and give girls the similar rights the boys in the families are given and equal treatment is given.

What did you feel after watching ‘Dangal’?

After watching Dangal we were extremely emotional, we also laughed and cried during the movie. We thoroughly enjoyed the movie.

Do you feel any change in your life and schedule after marriage?

Meanwhile I’m training hard for ongoing Pro Wrestling League Season 2 in which I’m practicing for and focus

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Babita Phogat How does it feel when people look up to you as their ideal?

I’m very happy, more hard work and more success on the way hoping for making

my country more proud.

How does it feel to be a sister of India’s first female wrestler to win gold for the nation?

I’m very happy and proud, I couldn’t have asked for more.

How difficult was it to cope with societal pressures?

Just like my sister mentioned, life was difficult but we kept training, ignoring everybody.

What did you feel after watching ‘Dangal’?

I was extremely happy and I got emotional, we enjoyed watching the movie.

What are further plans for the pro wrestling league?

We are training hard for the Pro Wrestling league, I’m this year with my sister on the UP ke Dangal team, hoping for a great win.

Your fitness regime.

With wrestling, you can’t have an off day. You have to train each day to keep fit.

Your lifestyle.

I love fashion, I’m new to it, with hard working out sessions I also like following some fashion trends.

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GET ONTO PAIO Get your Paio designer shoe for this season!

Roxanne by Paio A while garment mule boot made of faux leather is simple yet classy. The shoe is best suited for a night out around town and can be paired these beauties with a slit maxi or a LLB. The exclusive name of the shoe Roxanne completely justifies the look and feel of the shoe. The white colour depicts brightness and sophistication. The shoe can be comfortably worn at formal meetings, formal parties and occasions. The pencil heels of the shoe are comfortable and can be worn up to some hours without pain.

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Price is Rs. 3000/- only

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Lyrik By Paio A cut out two-tone oxford sandal made of faux leather can be used as a casual daily wear with a bit of funk.

You can pair them up with shorts to flaunt them.

The out of the box name of the shoe Lyrik gives the inspiration to win and a confidence to a modern day girl while she is on a hangout with friends or on any informal occasion. The shoe sole is flat and is highly comfortable.

The leather stuff used is amazingly soft. You can wear the shoe for long hours and it doesn’t pains!

Price is Rs. 2200/only

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Bright & Vibrant colour has always been our signature & this season we are offering a range you can’t refuse. Be it flats for everyday, heels for weddings or shoes to impress someone we have it all. So ladies be ready to spend money on matching outfits for your Bowtoes :)

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SHOE STORY!

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very shoe has a story to tell, about joy, pride, enthusiasm or even melancholy & Bowtoes wants to be your companion in all your stories. This New Year Bowtoes has a new range of Wedges & Sandals you can wear to weddings or even a party.

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SPRINKLE SOME WHITE IN YOUR LOOK THIS PARTY SEASON international runways?

Opting for whites is the next big thing – own the fad before everyone else does.

Party season has already begun and normal people to celebrities to fashion designers all are going white and peppering their look with graphic details opting flawless white accents in their ensembles.

Here a few looks that one can don for this party season and sprinkle some white aura around by Voonik.com!

Jackets and coats – Flaunt that trendiest look with those white jackets which looks absolutely fantastic for a party. Don’t confuse the trend with the monochrome,

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lack is the go-to color for everyone. But this season shades of white rules.

Summer might be over b ​ ut the fashionistas are drooling on white color this winter and are inclining toward the other end of the color range.

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Everyone is just going gaga for those pair of shoes which looks absolutely

Little Black Dress in her closet. It’s a classic that holds you in good stead. Whether it’s monochrome, printed or sheer, winter is the perfect time to wear clothes as white as snow.

It never fails to make one look effortlessly stylish and beautiful.

White shirt and trousers: Today, a white pantsuit makes for a refreshingly distinct style statement.

Complete the look with bright accessories. White is timeless elegance. Layer it with sparkly accessories such as a long necklace, danglers or a metallic clutch to add zing to its aura.

So, this party season flaunt and dazzle the shade with your most perfect outfit.

although the classic combo never fails Peek in those white Sneakers – Another hot product is white sneakers.

stunning and can be paired with any color for the gorgeous look.

Gracious white scarves – Scarves looks absolutely stunning and are eyecatchers when clubbed with catchiest design interpretations and unique styles in terms of textures, patterns, and shapes.

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VALENTINE SPECIAL

CABANA ROMANCE

AT CHAANDI HILTON JAIPUR

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ne of the finest and exclusive dining locations ideal for romantic diners at Hilton Jaipur is Chaandi and the outdoor dining experience under the private Cabana, overlooking the fountains along-side live musical performances will surely leave the guest feeling mesmerized and pampered.

Situated on the first floor by the poolside the first best thing for a romantic escapade in the Cabana’s here is the calmness in the air. The sound of water from the fountains and the live classical music performance adds to the tranquility in the iCRAZE | JANUARY 2017 | 36

ambience.

Coming to the food and the experience, the award winning restaurant Chaandi, offers a unique couples dining package which includes floral and candle arrangements in your Cabana, a carefully planned seven course menu of fine dine preparations with some exotic inclusions of aphrodisiac elements, a welcome drink, sparkling wine, soft beverages and a

complimentary box of chocolates. To add to your personalized options a private butler services is also provided.

The couple price for an amazing dining experience with your partner at the Cabana is Rs. 10,000 plus taxes. Bookings and reservations are recommended as the hotel offers only three Cabanas.

For more information call 7728897404.

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é Spring, a modern Indian and European eatery with a rooftop Barbecue and Grill buffet restaurant at Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur has been stirring up things for a while now. The new avatar of the restaurant, which is spread over two floors, where on the first floor one can experience exquisite menu curated by Chef Nitin Bajaj. This Culinary Wizard has also worked with some finest hotel chains in and outside India, and the credit of curating the special menu at Lé Spring goes to him. He has the endless list of curating the food but one of his finest invention of GolGappa and Caviar- a street food made and presented in a new age manner.

The new menu features Chef Nitin’s modern European and Indian specialties which reflects his soul. A first and one of its kind menu at Lé

Spring features dishes like De-constructed Mulligatawny soup and salads from the restaurant’s very own vertical herb garden (Call it farm to

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iCraze Special regularly there. The warm welcome by Karanbir Singh Gulati and Chef Nitin Bajaj was the second best thing that happened to us and the first one was the ambiance that brought in a lot of positive and happy vibes.

Every day is a celebration at Lé Spring.

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and grill is a delight for the foodies craving for unlimited kebabs, coupled with three types of biryani, some Curries from the likes of Qorma, Qaiyan & Salan with unlimited supply of the infamous Chur Chur Naan.

Personal Experience As quoted, ‘A Recipe has no soul as the cook must bring soul to it’ completely justifies the recipes made by Chef Nitin Bajaj. The moment we entered the restaurant it felt like there is some celebration going on inside but on an amazing note this happens

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fork cooking). His ideology of using locavore ingredients and quality products can be tasted in this menu. The menu does fresh comprise with no gimmicked and the food cooked with passion ranging from Risottos, Pasta and Laal – Maas smoked cloud (Dhungar) burger which is featured in the menu under the heading ‘Between the breads’. The aromatic soup Medley of mushroom served uses porcini, shitake & button mushrooms and flavored with the expensive perigord truffle oil. Lé Spring signature soup – Burnt garlic and Parmesan veloute is made inside the big wheel is a must try. The main course dishes will see his perfection towards artistic plating with dishes like – Pulled tandoori Jackfruit Cannelloni, Quinoa, Broccoli & Baked Potato cake, Pan Roasted Salmon fillet with lemon & Shitake Dashi.

For dessert lovers, there is a lot to try with the gourmet coffees and teas that are in the menu.

Talking about the specialty of the restaurant which is certainly an endless list but to start with I would say the amazing hospitality by the duo. We were served with Roasted Beetroot & Carrot tea with Olive Oil powder.

The name and the taste are equally unique as I personally never liked Beetroot before but surely I am going to love it after this. As the night wore by, we were served a very interesting street food Lé Spring Golgappa with Tzatziki & Ginger Gastrique and Caviar. Unusual as it sounds, the dish tasted just like the original street Gol Gappas and the eggs seem like perfect caviar fish eggs. Next

taking in more.

were the De-constructed Papadi Chat with Tamarind sheet & Coriander Chutney Foam and the Medley of Mushroom Liquid with Cheese whey Bubbles, Truffle Chantily & Carpacio. I am absolutely giving 10/10 for the level of presentation the dishes had and absolutely same to the taste. I would say it was street food with a perfect replication into a hygienic one. The medley soup had a creamy texture and it felt like you should keep having it and never stop

Our anticipation got high as the time for main course approached.

After already being baffled by some exemplary dishes, the main course was finally here.

Everything that was in our platter was prepared by expert chef Nitin Bajaj, as one can taste the flavours from within.

Amritsari Kulcha Stuffing Burger with Anardana Mayo was served to us next. The not so spicy stuffing of Kulcha and crispy aloo were rich in colour and taste and was freshly prepared. A must try dish on the menu, one can taste the strong flavour of dry coriander seeds. Next off were Pulled Tandoori Jackfruit Cannelloni with

Roasted Cumin & Cheese Sauce and Charcoal Fumed Cottage Cheese Steak with Kadhai Seasoned Barley and Garam Masala Caramel.

Could I ever think of having a jackfruit in a roll? Naah!

Would have been the answer before I tasted it here at Lé Spring but now it’s a huge ‘YES’.

As every good thing comes to an end, our dining experience was ending soon. So to make it as remarkable as our whole dining experience, we were served with Mandarin Panna Cotta with Salted Peanut Streusel and Cocoa Sponge.

This hot and cold creamy stuff was soft and yum. One can taste the richness of Cocoa and peanuts. Each bite was tasteful and delightful at the same time.

All in all it is the trendiest place with great ambiance and awesome food for the pink city. I would say great food with real local flavor is just a short cab ride away!

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umbai, the city of possibilities and opportunities always buzzes with its crowd, glitz, luxurious apartments, autos, thanda gola, film-stars, paved streets and road side food joints!

Apart from premium dining places, road-side food joints are hit too among the crowd.

To give Kolkatans, a bountiful taste from the core of “Amchi Mumbai”, Mumbai Local opened door in the city of joy 3 months back. Since then, there’s no stoppage in serving lip-smacking dishes that boasts from Paani Puri to Chole Bhatura, from DIY Masala Papad to Dimaag ka Dahi(Yogurt) and many, many iCRAZE | JANUARY 2017 | 40

more.

The décor is adorned with quirky elements and appealing accessories. The ground level has alfresco

style dining but with a transparent shed and airconditioning. There are paintings of people boarding a local train on one side and

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Be it Dhobi Ghaat Chole Bhatura, where bhaturas hang from a thread, as if clothes are laid out in Dhobi Ghaat for drying! Or the Madh Island – a glutinous ensemble of chocolate brownie with ice cream and chocolate sauce is worth every penny you pay for it.

There is a small shovel too for you to mix the chocolate

posters of popular Bollywood characters on the other. The old style lanterns and train grab bars are hard to miss.

On level one, there is seating for 30 plus diners with leather sofas, wooden tables and chairs. There’s a huge mural of Mumbai city on one wall. Framed print ads from the 70s and 80s embellish another wall evoking a sense of nostalgia on.. All in all, the ambience manages to pull off the theme very well, bringing out the charm of the city of

dreams, with simplicity.

The menu is coated with all the popular flavours of Mumbai street food such as the vada pav, paav bhaaji, chowpatty pani puri etc. The menu is very interestingly curated and each dish is named after a famous Mumbai joint or area, adding to the colloquial touch.

Mumbai Local is completely vegetarian place, a delight for vegetarians to have a little different vegetarian menu.

sauce with the brownie. The blend of gooey chocolate, warm brownie and vanilla ice-cream will surely taste divine.

Mumbai Local brings to you a slice of the city that is buzzing with a multitude of cultures, dialects, tastes and colours.

It serves up some scrummy Mumbaila items along with your favorite Indian and Chinese dishes, and some raapchik cocktails!

Book your berth at Mumbai Local! Hurry! Bole toh ekdaam Fadu!!!

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PLAZA PREMIUM LOUNGE

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providing quality services and possesses proprietary knowledge in airport hospitality industry. By

continuously surpassing travellers’ expectation, the Group’s network is rapidly growing across major

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eadquartered in Hong Kong, Plaza Premium Group is the pioneer and industry leader in providing Premium Airport Services in over 140 locations of 35 international airports across Asia, Australasia, Europe, North America, South America and the Middle East, with a collective goal of ‘enhancing your airport experience’. The Group comprises four core airport services, Airport Lounge, Airport Transit Hotel, Airport Meet & Greet Service, and Airport Dining. The Group currently employs over 4,000 staff and serves over 11 million passengers around the world annually.

The Group is dedicated to

international airports around the world.

Plaza Premium Lounge, the world’s largest independent airport lounge network, gives travellers a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the airport, a home away from home, by providing a space with topnotch services and facilities for travellers departing, transiting and arriving at major international airports including Abu Dhabi, Brisbane, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, London Heathrow, New Delhi, Rio de Janeiro, Shanghai, Singapore, Sydney, Taipei, Toronto and Vancouver. Comfortable seating, enticing food and Airport Lounge by Skytrax, the brand is committed to consistently providing quality services and continual improvement for valued customers. By putting into action, the best ideas and practices from across the network and around the world, we focus on innovative and quality products and services. beverage selection, showers with amenities, private resting suites, VIP rooms, recharging stations, Wi-Fi, computer workstations are but a few of the services offered to enhance the airport experience.

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he stunning new concept Boutique-Studio-inBar, located in the coveted laneway of Greater Kailash M-Block market is Junglee Billee. At Junglee Billee they provide a bespoke retail dining experience. Their boutique-studio-cafe is the first one in India as whatever one sees here is all up for sale. They offer a range of products from Home decor to bespoke Swarovski Jewellery. The whole experience is amalgamated with the “Bombaiya” cuisine served in a fine dining set up.

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of Bombay ranging from European to Parsi to the legendary street food.

Concept hunting was challenging but the passion to keep women as the core audience and to highlight their invaluable attributes kept them focused. They wanted to show and support the fact that today’s women is fearless, proud of their achievements and extraordinary.

The space is all about quirky set-ups-Bombay Velvet meets modern quirk.

Attractive wallpaper patterns-

developed keeping in mind the strong yet fluid nature of Art Nouveau. Very much like the strong-minded women who are the inspiration, the prints have the gentleness of the essence of being a woman but at the same time the strong mindedness of a strong willed individual.

Some rare photographs of the Divas over the golden era of Hindi films adorn the walls of the restaurant, soothing color palette- ranging from soft blues to lemons to pale oranges, shades of greens to soft pinks, peaches and nude,

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using Swarovski crystals immediately clear to the buying public, for whom items embellished with the genuine articles hold greater intrinsic value and appeal. Then moving on to an exclusive range of Onyx Mosaic Stone by Dlux Decor that is the integral part of the restaurant to the especially designed wallpapers and furniture by Nida Mahmood, to the elegant cutlery of Schott Zweisel Glassware (Germany), Robert Welch Cutlery and Tata Ceramics Crockery. All of these elements are for sale; limited edition designer pieces have been specially crafted for Junglee Billee. the color palette is a plethora of shades of color that have not used before.

The space has been dressed with original vintage décor elements like cameras, typewriters, binoculars, vintage fans, lamps, table fans and women vanity items like combs, hand embroidered velvet pouches, hand mirrors and many other knick knacks collected over a period of time from across the country. The space leaps to a novel curve in the realm of fine dining, offering an environment never seen before in the food industry of the capital.

Everything in the Boutique Studio Bar is available

for purchase –Swarovski’s IB partnership with Junglee Billee brings an upmarket edge to its customers with not just the sparkling, stylish and creative jewelry but other customized product range of cushion covers and portraits made with crystals from Swarovski.

The IB seal on products will make the provenance and authenticity of products made

Address: M-24, Main Market, Greater Kailash (GK) 1, New Delhi Phone Number: 011-33105352

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THE CHUG, GARAGE BAR A

t The Chug, the Garage Bar, your passion for the Royal Enfield and the open road and your thirst for a good drink will both be catered to in handsome style. Not to forget your hunger for wholesome, soul satisfying food.

It’s the new hot spot on life’s highway, and it’s the perfect place to park your bike (and butt) after a long ride and enjoy the great food, classic and experimental drinks.

And of course, biking stories.

that ‘four wheels move the body, two wheels move the soul’. The very air is redolent The Chug is a welcome refuge of the hoary tradition of the for the ones who believes iCRAZE | JANUARY 2017 | 46

ancient British big single, which has mellowed into graceful (and yet fiery) old age like a single malt. The

interiors have the timeless, classic and inevitably ‘royal’ theme of the Enfield. But don’t let the words ‘garage bar’ deceive you; The Chug is a comfortable space, in its own motorcyclish manner.

Now even people who don’t have enormous feelings for the big bikes, will love The Chug.

That’s because the food and drink are worth a long, long ride. The palakoora garelu (that’s spinach vada with an Andhra flavour), or the Schezwan vegetable balls, or the Thai vegetable wontons, or the crumb fried Japanese prawns (it’s not just the bike that takes you places). And those are just the starters.

There are pizzas with toppings that top everything,

sliders and sandwiches, pasta and Asian delicacies..the spread is lavish and the food is wholesome, big hearted and deeply satisfying.

The Bar menu names of which are steeped in the spirit of Enfield and big bikes, include the Mint 350cc, Madras Bull, Indian Chief, Carburettor and Front Fork.

All the classics are here too, which is only to be expected in a place that celebrates one.

You get a drink, settle down, sip and enjoy the conversation that makes itself heard despite the music. There’s live music and sometimes even some stand up comedy. Like the Enfield, The Chug intends to establish a way of life that embraces an unhurried exploration of highways and byways, with a deliberate, thorough enjoyment of all the twists and turns.

Address: The Chug, above A2B, Nagawara Junction, Bangalore Time: 12.00pm to1.00am Phone Number: 080-25442244 / +918144416666 47 | JANUARY 2017 | iCRAZE

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WINTER

DELECTABLES Mushroom Soup Ingredients 1 pound firm white mushrooms, cleaned, 1 medium lemon, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons minced shallots, 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 bay leaf, 1

teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 2 cups heavy cream, 1 1/2 cups chicken stock, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, dissolved in 1 tablespoon of water, 1 tablespoon minced parsley.

All the season of the year have special qualities.

Much awaited this season has always been the most favorite time of the year for diverse reasons and specially the diverse recipes like Lobster and Corn Chowder

by Chef Ajay Thakur – Brand Chef, Mirah Hospitality and Mushroom Soup by Chef Dominic Sequeira, Brand Chef, The United Sports Bar & Grill. Nights are longer than day, the mist, snow, warm cozy comfort at home; the likes for season can go on for long.

Directions 1.

Sprinkle the mushrooms with lemon juice. In a food processor, coarsely chop them.

2.

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mushrooms, thyme, bay leaf and sauté over moderate heat for 10 minutes or until the liquid disappears. Add the salt, pepper, cream, chicken stock and bring to boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

3.

Add the cornstarch to the soup and continue to simmer 10 minutes longer, stirring constantly. Season to taste.

4.

Serve in warm bowls.

Sprinkle with minced parsley.

Lobster & Corn Chowder Ingredients: Whole fresh lobsters, cracked and split, Fresh corn FOR THE STOCK: 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 Onion, chopped, ¼ Cups cream sherry, 1 Teaspoon sweet paprika, 4 Cups whole milk, 2 Cups heavy cream, 1 Cup dry white wine Directions Remove the meat from the shells of the lobsters.

Cut the meat into large cubes and place them in a bowl.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Reserve the shells and all the juices that collect.

Cut the corn kernels from the cobs and set aside, reserving the cobs separately. For the stock, melt the butter in a stockpot or Dutch oven large enough to hold all the lobster shells and corncobs.

FOR THE SOUP: 1 Tablespoon olive oil, 2 Cups large unpeeled potatoes, diced, about 2 medium, 1½ Cups onions, chopped, about 2 onions, 2 Cups celery, diced, about 3 to 4 stalks, 1 Tablespoon kosher salt, 1 Teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 2 Teaspoons fresh chives, chopped, ¼ Cup cream sherry onions, celery, corn kernels, salt, and pepper and sauté for 5 minutes.

Add lobster meat. When the stock is ready, remove the largest pieces of lobster shell and the corncobs with tongs and discard. Place a strainer over the soup pot and carefully pour the stock

into the pot with the potatoes and corn.

Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and meat is cooked. Add chives and the sherry and season to taste.

Heat gently and serve hot with a garnish of fresh Cilantro.

Add the onion and cook over medium-low heat for 7 minutes, until translucent but not browned, stirring occasionally.

Add the sherry and paprika and cook for 1 minute.

Add the milk, cream, wine, lobster shells and their juices, corncobs and bring to a simmer. Partially cover the pot and simmer the stock over the lowest heat for 30 minutes.

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INTRODUCING TECHNOLOGY!

Finding the best technology for Bluetooth speakers and smart watch in a sea of hundreds that are released every year is extremely tough but Yerha. com has a solution for all.

ISTAGE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER Finding the best Bluetooth speakers in the sea of hundreds that are released every year is extremely tough. Thankfully, there’s one suited for everyone out there - it’s just finding the one that’s perfectly suited for you and your needs that’s hard.

The only thing standing in your way is sorting out what’s worth your money and what most definitely is not. To help you in your journey, we bring to you the latest and best Bluetooth speakers available right now in terms of value, performance and design.

Battery life: 6 hours | Bluetooth® Version: 2.1 + EDR | Frequency response: 50Hz – 20KHz| Connectors: 1 x AUX Input (3.5mm stereo jack), 1 x Micro-USB| Operating range: 10m The iStage at Yerha.com gives you the opportunity of having a great sound experience where ever you go. Whether you are cycling, climbing, skiing or any other preferred activity, all is easily possible with this device. Due to the integrated Lithium Battery you can listen to your favorite music for up to 6 hours. Two integrated 4 Watt speakers enable a strong sound with a deep base.

Brilliant design, good battery life and a great sound, iStage nails everything it aims to accomplish. The istage also comes recommended if you’re looking for great power.

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SYNERGY OPLAYER SMART WATCH FOR IOS AND ANDROID

The Synergy Oplayer smart watch for IOS and Android is the current top running smart watch pick at Yerha. com.

You get features like phone calls, Bluetooth music, and heart rate monitor. The style of the clock is easily changeable. The sports styling makes it perfect for a weekend jog. The regular Urbane looks much more fashionable for men and women, multiple sport tracking (when you need a break from the running), 24/7 activity tracking and a

heart rate sensor when you need to add in some interval sessions to your training.

Crucially, it lets you stream music with the Bluetooth of your phone.

You can choose the watch of your favourite colour as the smart watch is available in 7 amazing colours. The watch is easily accessible for all the tech and non tech users. The design is an additional

advantage as it gives you a change from the monotonous use of watches.

Just don’t forget to buy this for your man or your lady this Valentines as this could be a thoughtful gift!

Available at : Yerha.com Price: Rs.7999

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iCraze Technology

Here it is at Yerha!

F

or people who are looking to indulge into gadgets which will make our lives easier and are looking for creative mobile accessories that come with great quality but an affordable price tag then Yerha.com is your go to place says Himanshu Mehrotra , the owner of Yerha.com.

What does technology means to you?

Technology is not only accessibility for me, it is a thrilling experience. An effervescent feeling to be have something in the palm of your hand which in a very clever manner will astound you ! That is our admiration for technology...knowing that it has the ability to enchant you... In that sense it is quite similar to magic.

How did you come up with this name Yerha.com?

Yerha means ”Here it is”.

Our idea was to bring those products to the doorstep of customers which were not available anywhere in India.

Hence “Yerha”.

What was that driving force that brought you back to India after working there in London?

The backdrop of chaos which surrounds the lives and businesses in India is aweinspiring and I have to admit the same exists in my DNA. This feeling is so strong that it draws you when you are away from it and repels you when you are too near, thankfully since I got back I have never iCRAZE | JANUARY 2017 | 52

been more of an observer to this chaos rather than being a part of it which has constantly allowed me to learn from it work around it. So building something substantial in such an environment has always inspired me to get down to it.

What is this Special Style of Jugad Innovation?

So Jugaad innovation applies to how we deal with our situations here at work without having access to a lot of tools & aids that a big company would have. I think fearless is the word that makes you do it. As a startup we were not scared of failing, we had nothing to loose, we were ready for doing experiments, made our own tools and aided our selves without depending on any services that could alleviate us of our journey and hardship.

How far do you think the e-commerce market will be going?

I think it’s a question which has been asked several times and what people do not understand is that e-commerce Industry is an added service at a reduced cost and hence it is is here to stay. What is the percentage of India which is even online?

That number is going to increase only naturally. This shows that E-commerce as an industry inherently has a lot of potential and we have not even spoken about so many industries and business that can migrate online yet.

Himanshu Mehrotra sits in a technology candid chat with Amit Sawlani.

How different it is work here in India and London?

I see India as a very vibrant space whereas London on the other hand is much diverse & creative. I think what is more interesting is that the hardship and obstacles that one may face in work in India only liberates You. This tests you and makes your more passionate, which motivates you further.

Your First love.

Travel Best gadget at Yerha.com.

Hard to say as there are so many but I quite like Emoi Smart Lamp Speaker.

Any new innovation (in terms of technology) you wish to bring here in India?

There are plenty of surprises which are on their way at Yerha.com which are going to amaze our audience. I will keep it mystic and urge everyone to stay-tuned to our website for such crafty gadgets.

Message for the readers!

For people who are looking to indulge into gadgets which will make our lives easier and are looking for creative mobile accessories that come with great quality but an affordable price tag then Yerha.com is your go to place. Not only do we give 6 months replacement guarantee for any product that stops working within that time span we also give easy money refunds so you will get your money’s worth!

iCraze Interior

Shabnam Gupta, Mumbaibased interior designer, who launched her first flagship outlet of Peacock Life in Bandra.

She is one of India's leading interior designers who has the credit homes of designing Parineeti Chopra, Aditya Chopra, Rani Mukherjee,​ Irrfan Khan and many more.

She predicts the interior trends in 2017 Named the 2017 Pantone Color of the Year, “Greenery” is meant to represent refreshment and revitalization — something we all could use in a complex social and political environment, thus the iCRAZE | JANUARY 2017 | 54

colour that will dominate the year 2017 is the cheery shade of green you’ll see in home decor, fashion and commercial design.

High end luxury homes: redefining the user’s lifestyle with state of the art

technology, products and materials. Making the home not only livable but also luxurious.

“Urban living” lifestyles: people now want to be close to everything- work, home, shopping, restaurants etc. :

by Supriya Khemani

INTERIOR TRENDS IN 2017

whether they are in a major city or suburb.

Thus also leading to the trend of weekend getaway homes or 2nd homes which are home away from home.

Technology: Technology has massively enhanced the process of design by enabling creative ideas to become tangible in ever speedier time frames. It’s exciting to see thought processes translated into imagery or layouts but equally important is the use of interactivity and motion.

Using technology for faster

and precise outputs in construction.

Recycling: People are looking for more sustainable furniture and interior ideas.

Reusing, repurposing and upcycling will remain a key element. We live in a world immersed in technology and disposable items so people are looking for a balance.

Minimalistic Bathrooms: the trend is going in the direction of smaller and more private spaces.. The shape and the size of toilets sinks and bathtubs are considerably

reduced, not only to fit better in the smaller urban apartments but also to introduce a sense of restrained elegance and intimacy. So smaller does not mean less – there is no compromise with its comfort, style, and functionality.

Modular Furniture system: Modular furniture allows us to personalize interior design in no time without spending lots of money. Multipurpose furniture design give us the freedom to save thespace saving ideas for decorating, reflecting the interior trends.

Art-Inspired Wall art/ wallpaper: the truth is wallpaper or wall art can make or break a room, rendering it timelessly chic or permanently tragic.A focal point is able to attract the eyes into the space and give the viewers a sense of what to expect. In this case, a piece of wall art can be positioned as a focal point for your room.

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WISHTRY

iCraze Special

WHERE EVERY WISH COMES TRUE

I

ntroducing to you – Wishtry, which is India’s first gifting registry platform.

The registry platform where members can create a list of gifts that they want and is then shared with their friends and family. This does away with wastage or returning of unwanted gifts.

custom is fast-changing and people prefer to know what they receive. This cultural shift will take some time and could help shape the growth and success of this company and this market.

Wishtry runs on an affiliate revenue model with online as well as offline retail stores Wishtry is one of the pioneers and e-commerce websites.

The products are directly in the gifting industry and purchased from the stores. is reinventing the way gifts are being purchased. The Wishtry has been successfully company does not need to launched online on October store any inventory and that 30th 2016, along with the makes Wishtry highly costapps on Android and iOS. effective. Hence, Wishtry’s All gifting platforms in the focus is solely on customer country run on a direct experience and valuerevenue model and are thus addition. It also helps by suggesting products that are trending as gifts. All in all, Wishtry is uniquely placed in a fresh market with efficient costing and strong customer satisfaction.

One of our major concerns is customer awareness. The onus is on Wishtry to spread the message and educate its target audience about the benefits and potential uses of Wishtry. Wishtry also faces issues with respect to cultural biases. People are often traditionally opposed to asking for gifts. However, this iCRAZE | JANUARY 2017 | 56

required to maintain their inventory of gifting products.

Wishtry on the other hand holds no inventory of its own.

With so much happening everyday in the e-commerce and gifting space, the founders exactly know the pulse of the market. ‘We believe our concept is one of a kind with a lot of scope in today’s generation and are constantly striving to attain more innovative ways to market for our brand’-quoted the founders Shailie Parekh, Aditi Mehta and Yogita Mehta.

Website: www.website.in

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