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TRAINING ROOM One arm dumbbell preacher curl For those who want to flaunt their biceps METRO WORKOUT Your fit feet forward Asanas for runners help tone the muscles and improve flexibility. PRINCE FREDERICK on the stretch kit 
My Five -- Lawrence FrayLots of Beatles tracks can be nominated for the accolade, but, if only one track is allowed, this has to be the one. Along with the opening chord of ‘A Hard Day’s Night’, the long chord at the end stays and replays in the ... GOING NATIVE ‘Chennai’s best is its people’ Giovanna Marson says it takes time to get used to this city THE RELUCTANT GOURMET Exotic twist to festive fare Get experimental. Say hello to sushi and everything else Japanese and Korean FINE WINE 
The globalisation of wineIf Oscars for wine movies were instituted, “Sideways” would walk away with the best feature film award. For the documentary category, I suspect “Mondovino” would be a strong favourite. Shot with a basic hand-held ... SIGNATURE DISH 
Mixed Vegetable Parotta (Kothu Parotta)Parathas are shredded into narrow strips and tossed with green peppers, carrots and other vegetables in a deliciously spicy, though sinfully, rich concoction. Saravana Bhavan’s Mixed Vegetable Parotta or Kothu Parotta is one of ... QUICK TIPS Less is more A common misconception is that if you have been training for some years, you can safely do high-volume (several working sets) workouts or spend hours in the gym. But the renowned trainer and CEO of Labrada Nutrition, Lee Labrada, says that a ... CHEWON THIS 
Laksacharacteristic of Peranakan cuisine of Malaysia and Singapore. A popular dish in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, it usually comes in two varieties — coconut curry-based (curry laksa) or sour fish based (asam laksa, from the Malay asam, ... FOOD BYTES http://grafork.blogspot.com/--- Grab your fork, because life is one long buffet table. Helen certainly believes in her motto. She covers Sydney and the world on her quest for fantastic food and quirky food-related entertainment. Her favourite books include ...
Free hair analysis Get a ‘Free Hair Analysis’ at Dr. Batras’ Positive Health Clinics. The video microscope test taken at the clinics will give you an insight into your scalp condition and hair fall ratio. There are 40 types of hair losses, ...
Tasty Jones at T. NagarTasty Jones has opened a branch at No. 7, Thiyagaraya Road, Pondy Bazaar, T. Nagar. This is their fifth branch. Choose from burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, pastas, steaks, pulao, biryani, kebabs, and a variety of Indian curries and breads. The ... Pay less, eat more Sangeetha restaurants announces special prices
Real and kicking London-based producer Uberto Pasolini on his award-winning ‘Machan’ that revolves around a Sri Lankan handball team
Tune into Big BrotherThe Big Brother housemates are ready to get rid of Alison and Ryan, but Big Brother has some other plans for them as he lets out the ‘secret’. Watch Matt as he continues scheming, and promises votes to both couples on the block. But ... An office that sings “Paadum Office” gears up for its second season on Vijay TV Catch the Roadies It’s going to be an action-packed programme Wives get candid What is it like to be the wife of a super successful man? Watch ‘The First Ladies with Abu Sandeep’
The quest continues Artist Prabakaran visualises the concept of quest through various artistic forms. His works are on display at Forum Art Gallery
Mystery Man Writer Indra Soundarrajan on how he strikes a balance between creativity and commercialism In true colours! Sambhavna Seth is confident about winning the crown of “Dancing Queen”
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Holiday in the hillsTwo decades ago, honeymooners Abdul and Zeena fell in love with the place they were staying in. Owned by a Parsi, it was a five-room lodge on half-an-acre facing the valley at Kodai’s famous Coaker’s Walk. The newly married couple ...
New Year, the Evam way The theatre group will host a show on December 31 Artistic fusion Art and poetry came together at an exhibition at Good Earth Listen to achievers Radio City 91.1 FM presents ‘Cityin Killadis’ Make a resolution Win a prize for a fitness-related decision YOUR WEEK 
Handmade wondersThe Gujarat Emporium organises a handloom and handicraft exhibition. On display are a range of products such as bags, file holders, decorative puppets, jewellery and mushc more. Date: Till December 31 Time: 10 a.m. to ... 
Soulful stringsThe Madras Terrance House presents a Kora performance by Vincent Wilkin from Belgium. The kora is a musical instrument and has a 21 string harp-lute. Date: December 29 Venue: The Madras Terrance ... 
New Year specialChina Town organises a Chinese Festival for New Year. Vegetarians can choose from sweet corn asparagus soup, mushroom and tofu soup, crispy chilly corn stir fry Chinese green, vegetable kwayteo and more. For non-vegetarians there is Phuket ... 
Scrumptious mealAt the Curry House’s New Year buffet dig into a choice of starters, salads, vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes and desserts. The buffet is priced at Rs. 400 (plus taxes) per head. Date: For dinner on December 31 and lunch ... TUBE WATCH 
Food Lovers Guide To The Planet – IndiaEmbark upon a journey of culinary delights. The series will share secrets of authentic Indian cooking. Air Force One,A thriller about a steadfast U.S. ... NOW SHOWING 
ABHIYUM NAANUMAn over-possessive father and his independent daughter. So, where’s the story, you might wonder. But, director Radha Mohan weaves in a beautiful slice-of-life story out of this relationship. A practical, loving mother and a beggar-turned ... 
Traditional wearKarishma offers a new collection for 2009 comprising elegant angrakkhas, anarkalis, patiyalas, fixed gather churidars with short top tunics. There are also traditional Rajasthani Bandhej, Karachi dresses from Pakistan and Kashmiri ...
The iconic iPhoneEven before the official launch in India, the phone made its rounds in the black markets. The iPhone’s drool-worthy multi-touch interface and media prowess made it one of the hottest innovations of the year. Even today, the iPhone is ...
Wild about cheese Swapping buzzing Mumbai for the laidback Nilgiris, Tina and Mansoor Khan strive to make a difference Bond unlimited! Ruskin Bond arrives with yet another book for kids, “The Parrot Who Wouldn’t Talk and Other Stories” Serial success Modelling was only a springboard to make it to the small screen, says Rahil Azam
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