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THE FOODFILE -- THERELUCTANT GOURMET Arabian nights Dubai, replete with the cuisines of the world, is every gourmand’s dream come true GOING NATIVE In Chennai, and loving it Stacey Hill finds the city chaotic yet vibrant
FITNESS FORUM -- METRO WORKOUT Get into a spin PRINCE FREDERICK gets SPINNING on his bike and burns off those excess calories Think outside the crunch For a flat, firm belly, the best moves are those that pull in your waistline like a corset QUICK TIP Watch the clock The key to maintaining a healthy weight is not just what you eat but when you eat it: people who consistently eat at the same time each day — and don’t skip meals — are less likely to develop a large waistline or insulin ...
It’s slurp time At Maamis Soup Stall, feast on a range of health-giving broths CHEWON THIS 
Scotch pieA savoury dish, and a Scottish favourite, eaten by the millions, especially at football games, where it’s had with Bovril. Traditionally made from minced mutton, but increasingly made from beef. Pepper and salt are the traditional ... THE FOODFILE -- MYGRANDMA'S RECIPE How to make... Garlic pepper kuzhambu This dish uses curry leaves which have digestive properties SIGNATURE DISH 
Pesto grilled fishBekti, a variety of fish which is abundant in the coastal waters around Chennai, is cleverly marinated in a wonderful basil and pistachio pesto and served with grilled Mediterranean vegetables, topped with crispy shredded potatoes and served with ... Food Bytes “I am a wife, a home-schooling mom trying to keep up with three kids (ages 3, 12, 15), raw milk drinker and local produce eater, wanna-be hippy earth mother, thinker and dreamer...” Not surprisingly, ‘Another Piece Of The ...
The sharp shooter! In his latest novel, Tarun Tejpal gives an account of the turbulent times we live in
My FiveThe Anthem is probably the most compelling and accessible song from the poet’s 1992 album, The Future. At once an intensely personal reflection on shattered dreams and lost glories, it is also a song about change and optimism on a much ... 
Now ShowingBipasha Basu is back, and if the promos of this film with the dashing Neil Nitin Mukesh are anything to go by, some sizzle is in order. The film, directed by debut director Jehangir Surti, is a sci-fi thriller that revolves around a camera ...
Tracking Tudor history The series, ‘The Tudors’, is a drama, not a documentary TUBE WATCH 
The Hunting PartyOn the fifth anniversary of the end of the civil war in Bosnia, former hot-shot reporter Simon Hunt (Richard Gere) mysteriously shows up, five years after imploding on live television and disappearing into a self-imposed exile. Reunited with ... What’s happening in Splitsvilla? “Splitsvilla 2” on MTV takes interesting twists tonight What’s the next task? This week it’s a stomach-churning ride on MTV Hero Honda Roadies
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East of EdenGo to bed listening to the lullaby of waves lapping against the beach. Wake up to that same music, now accompanied by the chirping of birds. Life can’t get more blissful on a holiday. Add to it a location that is squeaky clean and abounding ...
Window to varied cultures The European Union Film Festival in the city from April 3 Book launch For students and teachers Sprouts Montessori House of Children conducts an exhibition on the Montessori way of learning on March 28 and 29 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Montessori materials and children’s work will be on display. The exhibition will be held at ... YOURWEEK 
Anniversary specialShristi presents a range of salwar suits, coordinated materials and ghagras for summer. The sets come embellished with fine embroidery, semi-precious stones, sequins, zardosi and antique embroidery. Venue: ... 
Embroidered eleganceShilpi hosts an exhibition of hand embroidered saris in silk and cotton jamdani. There is also a beautiful collection of phulkari, kantha, and taar work creations. Venue: Shilpi outlets Address: 1, Gee Gee Minar, 23, ... 
Art showForum Art Gallery presents Oh Hanuman! paintings and sculptures by a host of artistes. Venue: Forum Art Gallery Address: 57, 5th Street, Padmanabha Nagar, Adyar Date: Till April 24 Time: 10 ... 
Jewellery collectionEvoluzione launches the Divvya Bhasin jewellery collection. The range includes jewellery with different coloured stones — rubies, sapphires and pearls. Venue: Evoluzione Address: 30, Khader Nawaz Road, ... Check this out Sunny Sistems is organising an exhibition of wooden carved chess sets. The range includes pocket, magnetic, weighted and plain chess sets. The price range is from Rs. 500 to Rs. 7,500. Venue: Sunny Sistems — The Gallery ... Bosskey bytes Stand-up comedian Bosskey leads an entertainment team from Chennai to Japan Rally for the visually impaired A rally for the visually impaired will be held on March 29. Organised by the the Madras Motor Sports Club in association with the National Association for the Blind, Chennai, the rally is based on TSD (time, speed and distance) format. It will ... Choral treat The Madras Musical Association presents its annual concert on April 3 and 4 Summer of music For those interested in learning Disney and Hollywood hits Creations in leather Of gifts from Nashaa Collection Striking works of art A group show is on at Cholamandal Artists Village Shed that flab A free camp on weight control Your chance to dance An audition for those interested in learning different dance styles will be held tomorrow Building the future A seminar and exhibition on contemporary architecture opens on April 4 at DakshinaChitra Play with colour Creations of designers on display
Laugh along Papa CJ feels audience participation is crucial for success Adieu to Arogya Stina Vasu’s Arogya bids farewell to the city after promoting fitness for 40 years Lessons from life Dr. Rekha Ramachandran has done pioneering work for the cause of children with Down's syndrome Beyond prejudice Author Githa Hariharan says the novel allows her the space for multiple voices
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