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My Five -- Soumini Vasan“Nothing lasts forever, even cold November Rain.” One of the most beautiful compositions ever. A rock ballad with the right proportion of everything a song must have. With Rose playing the piano and Slash the electric guitar, the ... FINE WINE 
More fragments from a wine diaryLast week, a dozen of us, all friends, attended a two-day foundation course of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust based in London and conducted here by the Mumbai-based KBR School of Wine. It turned out to be, as instructor Matthew Castle ... THE RELUCTANT GOURMET Hop off to pop in The best way to discover Mamallapuram is to get on a bus tour and stop at its many restaurants CHEWON THIS 
AkuriAkuri is spicy scrambled eggs made in the Parsi style. It consists of beaten eggs, chopped chillies, onions, garlic, ginger and tomatoes cooked together on a frying pan until lightly set, but not dry. Akuri is a traditional breakfast dish of the ... SHOWBITZ 
Celebration timeActor Namitha recently flew down to Mumbai to celebrate her birthday with her grandfather. The ‘oomph’ girl, who is busy shooting for several Tamil films, took time out to be with her grandpa. Said the actor, “Every year, I ... MY GRANDMA'S RECIPE How to make...Morkoozhu Here is a nutritious fast food QUICK TIP Weight training for sportsmen Weight training is successfully used by all sportsmen to strengthen and condition their bodies for superior performance. However, there are some coaches who still argue that hitting the weights may decrease physical output of sportsmen while ...
Small wonder Haji Noman has entered the record books with his miniature Taj Mahal made of currency notes Rage against the machine If you have attacked your computer after losing a meticulously-put together presentation, you are not alone Serve all night A group of school buddies holds a midnight-to-dawn badminton party on Saturdays
TRAINING ROOM Dumbbell extension Exercise for firm triceps, try this
Varied options Check out what restaurants have on offer
Me to Maugham Australian author Inez Baranay pays a tribute to Somerset Maugham’s “The Razor’s Edge”
A twin treat for film buffs The American Library at the U.S. Consulate screens two films today — “Beyond Belief” at 11 a.m. and “Rio Bravo” at 2 p.m.. A film by Beth Murphy, “Beyond Belief” is about the aftermath of 9/11. ... Summer excitement Alliance Francaise of Madras to screen nine children’s films from May 18 to 28
Meet the maestro CNN features music maestro A.R. Rahman on Talk Asia
Summer on skis A cool way to beat the heat at Kishkinta
Weaving dreams Cotton spells comfort and if style is added, indigenous weavers won’t have a trying time, says Maria Mazhuvanchery
Swinging to sounds ‘Jhoola’ is guitarist and composer Amit Heri’s latest world music album
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The far pavilionsUSP: Soak in the sun, smell the breeze, let the little drops of rain kiss your feet. Every man has his temptations. I gave in to mine when I headed to the hills this weekend to escape the searing heat of the ...
Puppy love Take home a Labrador pup YOUR WEEK 
Colours of lifeBandhej Utsav organised by Saanskrutie showcases hand-embroidered kurtis, dress materials, dupattas and more in vibrant colours. Address: 77/10, C.P. Ramaswamy Road ( Near Kirtilal Kalidas), Alwarpet Date: Till May ... 
Dance workshopLourd Vijay’s Dance Studio announces a summer dance festival and workshop. Dawn2dusk is a 3-week intensive programme where the basics of various dance forms will be taught. Date: Till June 5 Tel: ... TUBE WATCH 
Warriors – SpartacusWas Spartacus the dimple-chinned freedom fighter of Kubrick’s famous movie? This movie reveals Spartacus as he really was – a brilliant leader of a guerrilla band, but a flawed and indecisive human being. Anthony Flanagan ... NOW SHOWING 
SARVAMDirector Vishnu Vardhan is back after the sleek “Billa”, and expectations are high. This romantic thriller brings together Arya and Trisha with J.D. Chakravarthy and Indrajith. The five main characters, seemingly unconnected, meet, ... 
Summer picksLakshmi Nagar presents a range of traditional hand-block printed salwar suits, fabrics, dupattas, saris, kurtis and bedsheets in pleasing summer shades. Venue: CP Art Centre, Mini Hall Address: 1, Eldams Road, ... 
From the SouthSavera Hotel’s Malgudi restaurant organises the Madurai and Virudunagar food festival. Open for lunch and dinner Venue: Malgudi, Hotel Savera Address: 146, Dr. R.K. Salai, Mylapore Date: Till May ...
TECHNO STREET: TIME AND AGAIN GO EGYPTIAN Here's a collection of time machines that err...tell time 
ART WORKThe Titan Nebula Calligraphy collection is strictly for art lovers. Crafted in 18k gold, diamond-studded and crowned with a sapphire glass crystal, these wrist bracelets are the best way to wear your favourite lines beautifully engraved on your ... 
BOLD AND BEAUTIFULFor those who’ve loved Tommy’s skeletal automatic watch collection, this one here, is a must-buy. Inspired by the signature ‘H’ design, this timepiece goes a step further to create a sturdy masterpiece that’s elegant ... 
DARK KNIGHTWith Nabucco Rivoluzione, Raymond Weil is all set to consolidate its position in the world of watchmaking. Forged in steel and titanium to ensure resistance and endurance, and powered by a savoir-faire Valjoux 7753 tri-compax movement that ... 
IN THE ARMY NOWTalk Army ancillaries and few match the ingenuity of Victorinox. The 125th anniversary Infantry Vintage Jubilee Edition is inspired from U.S. Army Dodge trucks and comes in olive green or special red. The chronograph’s second hand can even ...
‘India is chaotic, but wonderful’ Michael Katerla says it is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live and work here Championing a cause Sruthi Chandrasekhar will represent the country at the Eco-Minds Youth Forum in New Zealand
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