A Thailand trip is incomplete without a visit to Bangkok. Hence, post our incredible time in Phuket and Krabi, our journey through Thailand led us to the bustling city of Bangkok. Our abode in the vibrant city had to be extra special and hence we chose Montien Surawong Hotel. Nestled in the heart of Silom, Bangkok’s most vibrant and exciting district, it is close to all the major tourist attractions, including the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and the Jim Thompson House. After all, sightseeing and shopping in Bangkok has its own charm.
With the festive season approaching, there’s no better time than now to invest in celebration-appropriate menswear. When scouting for the perfect outfit, it is important to look for something that not only complements the occasion but also resonates with your personal style. Finding an ensemble that seamlessly harmonises the festive spirit with contemporary allure is key to making a lasting impression during this joyous season.
Krabi is no less than a wonderland and we wanted a suitable abode for us. Hence, me and my family chose Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa Krabi for our stay. The drive from Phuket to Krabi was smooth, all thanks to Lark Holidays from whom we booked our travel (Not only intercity but in city too). Lark Holidays is the most reliable travel operator at Thailand. The drivers arrive on time, cabs are clean and the drivers are well informed.
Our first International trip post Covid had to be special. Afterall we waited for 3 long years to go overseas. We chose to go to Thailand, a destination which I did explore a few years back and absolutely loved it. So why not relive the nostalgia!
Considering how special our trip was, our abode had to be even more special. That’s why we chose Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa, it’s not a hotel or a resort, it’s the quintessential idyllic island retreat. This 5-star Marriott Bonvoy beachfront lifestyle resort comes with unique design, inspired by nature which offer guests a chance to explore Phuket from a new perspective through spontaneous discovery.
It was hard to resist travelling over the last 8 months. Finally, we thought of taking the plunge, packed our bags, picked the car keys and headed to Agra for a royal stay at ITC Mughal.
This time our trip was extra special as it was our first trip post lockdown after a gap of 8-9 months. The old and heritage city Agra known as the ‘city of Love’ not only has the marvelous Taj Mahal but also has the splendid ITC Mughal. ITC’s luxury collection hotel is situated in close proximity to Taj Mahal and is a tribute to the Mughal builders of the past as this hotel is historic and is inspired by the heritage Mughal monuments like Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort.
I love the vivid culture India has where one gets to learn about different religions as well as their festivities. I have enjoyed the splendour of Christmas as much as I enjoy Diwali so when I got an invitation for a Ramadan Food Walk from Novotel Hyderabad Airport we could not say ‘NO’. After a 2 hour flight we landed in Hyderabad, the City of Nizams from where in a few minutes we entered the plush and beautiful hotel. A look around and I was captivated with the serene surroundings filled with greenery and nature.
The intoxication… the love… the nasha… and Blenders Pride brought together with none other than the gorgeous & the lovely actress Deepika Padukone and the ace fashion designer Anju Modi for the first look and launch of Bajirao Mastani’s “Deewani Mastani” song.
With the wedding season and all the thrills & chills of winter approaching, I happened to watch the grand finale of the recently concluded Asian Designer Week held at Hotel Golden Tulip.
Jeans, as soft as a feather! Unbelievable? We reacted that way only when we got an invitation from Numero Uno for the unveiling of their Feather Touch denims. Jeans are the most worn item for most of us. This is atleast true for me and most of friends and siblings. We must admit that beyond a time they do get irritating so we thought lets check out this new invention.
One sunny afternoon, I received a nice looking package and was full of curiosity as to who has sent it and what’s inside. On opening I saw a blue coloured carton which had a bottle with blue foam and liquid inside it. My curiosity was increasing. I opened the seal and checked out the fragrance. Wow! It smelled so nice and lovely. The packaging said it was Fash Foam, a new cleanser by Curatio. I was excited to use it but was in the midst of packing for Nainital at that moment so thought of using it there, rather testing it there.
So this time ChicLifeByte introduces you to Bueno Kitchen, a global food hub that delivers fresh and healthy gourmet meals right at the consumer’s doorstep, anywhere in Gurgaon. What makes Bueno spectacularly different from other online door-step delivery services is the ‘straight- out-of-kitchen-food-freshness’ and an ‘attention-grabbing variety of cuisines’ (American, Mexican, European, Italian, Lebanese, Indian & Asian).
Being a Delhiite, Nehru Place has always been the go-to destination for electronics – either for getting your laptop fixed or for a new mobile phone. Being a foodie, our rounds to any place are incomplete without eating and there has surely been no restaurant in Nehru Place which offers a nice hygienic meal with nice seating. Epicuria did solve this problem to an extent but a food court is not the best place to have a nice hearty meal.
I recently spotted Shree Rathnam on a sunny afternoon of October and my excitement had no limits. I had tried Shree Rathnam during one of my trips to Chandigarh and absolutely loved the food, so with no second thoughts, I stepped inside the restaurant. I was greeted by Harpreet, the owner of the restaurant along with Keshav, the manager. I was quite impressed by the calm and composed décor done in beige and brown. After the hustle bustle in the market, people do crave for a nice meal in peace.
Who doesn’t want to get pampered and what better way to get yourself treated by the experts of Blue Lagoon Salon located in Noida. When I entered the posh salon where a statue of Buddha is there at the entrance I met Nidhi, the PR Manager and Pooja, a beauty expert at Blue Lagoon Salon. Prior to this we also visited London Cafe (located above the salon) for a quick bite.
Florals, light, breezy blacks, beachy peaches
Blues, blacks & greys
In love with herself & her dreams
Swirling in her caresses of the sky and dreaming.
Reading, laughing & enjoying on the layouts
Happily involved in the sketches of her dreams to fly
Kissing herself in the mirror & bidding goodbye
All about her style statement
And the way she wants to personify clothes
What better way to style yourself with clothes designed by leading lady of Bollywood. B-town has already taken the fashion world by storm for decades gone by and yet to come. So, when we got to know of a new collection called “All About You” by Deepika Padukone, we had to check it out. Deepika has been a fashion inspiration for a lot of us and we have seen her adorn different looks for different movies. From Veronica of Cocktail to Leela of Ram Leela, she has done it all. There has never been a second thought of her fashion sensibilities.
Jamie’s Pizzeria, the UK based international food chain makes it way to India with its first outlet in Ambience Mall, Gurgaon. For all pizza lovers, its a must stopover for the variety of pizzas which are all beautifully & lovingly made with the best ingredients for the Oxford & Cambridge generation.
We were invited for a media launch of Jamie’s Pizzeria in Gurgaon recently to taste some of Jamie’s food. The menu is a blend of traditional best-selling Italian dishes and some more contemporary dishes with a Jamie and Gennaro twist. Rustic, simple dishes made from the best seasonal ingredients drive menu development. The ambience is very warm & laid back with blackboards, pictures & sketches, big lamps and chairs. It was very interesting and lovely to look at the open kitchen where pizzas were prepared live, displays of hanging vegetables and planks in the restaurant.
After all these years of close friendship, MS Dhoni and Chris Gayle took their personal camaraderie and passion for the sport to the next level and celebrated their ‘No. 1 Yaari’ by unveiling the new identity for United Spirits’ iconic brand McDowell’s No. 1 Soda and shared inspiring stories of their brotherhood.