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    With the festive season in full swing, hosting Christmas and holiday gatherings becomes all the more delightful when paired with the perfect accompaniments. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a lively party, these Mediterranean-inspired dips will bring a touch of elegance and flavour to your table.   Curated by Simran Vohra, Recipe Curator at NUUK , these six delicious and easy-to-make dips are sure to impress your guests and make your holiday hosting effortless. From creamy classics to bold, zesty flavours, these recipes are a must-have for your Christmas celebrations:     1. Beetroot Hummus   Ingredients: ●  1 roasted beetroot ●  1 cup boiled chickpeas ●  1 tbsp tahini ●  1 tbsp lemon juice ●  1 garlic clove ●  1 tbsp Olive oil ●  Salt to taste Instructions: ●  Blend all ingredients until smooth. Adjust seasoning. Serve chilled.   2. Herby Hummus   Ingredients: ●  1 cup boiled chickpeas...

With the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingling with the magic of Christmas, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with festive coffee creations that warm the heart and energize the soul. Whether it’s a cozy evening by the fireplace or a cheerful holiday gathering, these special recipes are designed to make every moment memorable. Curated by Shreya Sanghvi and Simran Vohra, Recipe Curators at NUUK, these holiday-inspired coffee recipes bring a perfect blend of flavour, warmth, and festive cheer to your celebrations: Recipes by Shreya Sanghvi 1. Coffee Chia Pudding Ingredients: 1 shot of espresso 1/2 cup chia seeds 1/2 tbsp sweetener Drops of vanilla essence 1 cup milk Almonds to garnish Instructions: Take your chia seeds in a bowl, add the sweetener along with the Espresso Shot  Add a drop of vanilla and milk Mix it thoroughly and let this sit overnight Garnish with almonds and you're ready to dig in 2. Rich and Creamy Hot Chocolate Cappuccino Ingredients: 1 shot of e...

Elevate your holiday gatherings with these festive cocktails crafted By Pallav Soin, Chief Revenue Officer, Modi Illva As 2024 winds down and the air turns crisp with festive cheer, it is time to swap the hustle and bustle of everyday life for twinkling lights, cosy evenings, and merry celebrations. Whether you are planning a glamorous holiday soirée or a snug night in with loved ones, Modi Illva brings you a collection of irresistible Christmas cocktails to set the mood. Crafted with care and festive flair by  Pallav Soin, Chief Revenue Officer, Modi Illva , these recipes will add just the right sparkle to your Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. Let’s raise a toast to good times, great company, and delicious drinks! 1. Santa’s Secret Sazerac A timeless classic with a festive twist that warms your soul Ingredients:  Ice cubes | 1 teaspoon sugar syrup | 3 dashes Angostura bitters | 20 ml Rockford Whisky | 1 teaspoon anise | Lemon peel strip How to mix it: Fill a tumbler wit...

Mumbai, 17th December 2024  —  Stovekraft Ltd., one of India's leading kitchen and home appliances manufacturers, has launched its much anticipated ‘Super Khush 2025 Sale’ for its popular ‘Pigeon’ brand. The sale offers customers unbeatable combo offers at the price of Rs. 2025/- to welcome the new year with the high-quality, innovative appliances and kitchen products from Pigeon. Each combo provides savings of up to 60% on MRP, enabling customers to equip either their own kitchens or even gift their loved ones with thoughtful gifts for New Year. The ‘Super Khush 2025 Sale’ will feature incredible deals on Pigeon’s wide array of products, including its Cookware range consisting of  Pressure Cookers, Non-stick pans and Tawas  as well as its appliances such as  Ovens, Blenders, Mixers, and Electric Rice Cookers  etc. “The Super Khush 2025 Sale is our way of thanking customers for their trust in the Pigeon brand for more than two decades. This sale will allow ...

Mumbai is enjoying a truly unique winter this year, but just an hour away in  Khopoli , the chill is even crisper, offering a  hill station-like escape  close to home. At the heart of this serene haven is  Lakeside Boheme-Inn , a one-of-a-kind retreat where nature meets soulful experiences. This winter, the property is set to celebrate its  4th anniversary  on December 24th , making it the perfect time for a visit. Here’s why Lakeside Boheme-Inn should be on your winter getaway radar: 1.     Winter Nights with a Touch of Magic ○      Starry Skies:  Khopoli’s clear, pollution-free skies make it ideal for stargazing. ○      Live Saxophone Performances by Founder Danish Zakaria:  Guests can enjoy the soulful melodies of Danish’s saxophone around a  crackling bonfire , creating unforgettable evenings. ○      Barbecue Dinners:  Savor freshly grilled...

Mumbai, Dec 17th 2024:  Being of service means different things to different people.  It could be as simple as holding a door open for someone or as profound as dedicating one’s fortune to uplift an entire community. But what happens when this spirit of service merges with visionary business acumen? It transforms individual acts into an organised enterprise that not only delights its customers but also empowers its employees. This is precisely what unfolded in 1991 when  B S Nagesh  envisioned creating a retail company that would stand as a beacon of business excellence and service to humanity. His vision gave birth to  Shoppers Stop —a brand that would go on to set benchmarks not just in retail, but in how businesses could truly serve society. From day one, B S Nagesh set ambitious goals for the company, driven by the belief that business should impact lives meaningfully. Over time, an extraordinary team of passionate individuals joined him, amplifying these go...

  AMI Arts Festival is a Kolkata Centre for Creativity initiative supported by Emami CSR to support artists and creatives in the country, with a focus on Bengal. Upcoming events include an East Bengal Football Club archival exhibition, book signings by Madhurima Vidhyarthi and Manav Kaul, and music performances by Indian Ocean and grammy nominated Shujaat Khan. AMI Arts Festival 2024 will showcasing leading creative personalities Manav Kaul, Pinaki De, Sabyasachi Chakraborty, Sandip Ray, Shujaat Khan, Danish Husain, Madhurima Vidyarthi and bands like Indian Ocean, Chandrabindoo, Murshidabadi Project in the coming week. Kolkata, 15 December 2024: Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC) kicked off the 5th edition of AMI Arts Festival with a month-long celebration that featured visual arts, traditional crafts, music, photography, engaging talks, panel discussions, music, dance and theatre performances at various iconic venues in the city. As the annual festival comes to a clos...