Winter Haircare: The Ultimate Seasonal Reset for Your Strands
Bengaluru: As the crisp air of late December settles in and we swap our summer linen for winter cashmere, thereâs one part of our beauty routine that often gets left out in the coldâliterally. Between the biting outdoor chill and the dehydrating effects of indoor heating, our locks can quickly lose their luster. This is […]
The Great Indian Winter Meltdown: Why SOCIALâs âThand Szn Menuâ is the Only Way to Survive the Chill
Bengaluru: As the mercury takes a dip and the evening air turns crisp, there is a collective shift in the Indian psyche. We trade our iced lattes for steaming tumblers, our linen shirts for oversized hoodies, and our light salads for somethingâanythingâthat comes off the stove piping hot. This year, the nationâs favorite neighborhood cafĂ©-bar […]
The Handwoven Revival: How Mysore Saree Udyog is Reclaiming India’s Heirloom Silks
The Eternal Drape: A History Woven in Gold and a Legacy Reclaimed The silk saree is more than a fabric; it is a profound cultural text, an unbroken chain connecting the modern wearer to Indiaâs ancient past. Its story begins over four millennia ago, rooted in the Indus Valley Civilization around 2800 BCE, making it […]
Is Naga Chaitanyaâs Shoyu Just Celebrity Hype Wrapped in Fancy Packaging?
Bengaluru: If there is one universal truth about living in Bangalore, itâs that the traffic dictates your dinner plans. It was a typical Tuesday evening in Banashankariâthe clouds were threatening a downpour, and the Silk Board junction was likely doing its best impression of a parking lot. My stomach was rumbling for something sharp, savory, […]
Discover The Dugout Café: The New Cafe in Bengaluru Redefining Comfort and Sports off Hennur Road
Bengaluru: As the culinary landscape of the Garden City continues to expand, the quest for the perfect hangout spot never really ends. Residents and foodies are constantly on the lookout for a new cafe in Bengaluru that offers more than just a caffeine fixâthey want an experience, a vibe, and a place that feels like […]
The Written Word for a Greener World: Highlights from the 5th Green Literature Festival
Bengaluru: The fifth annual Green Literature Festival (GLF), held on November 29, 2025, in Bengaluru’s lush Cubbon Park, was a vibrant celebration of environmental writing and a powerful call to action. The event, supported by key organisations like WWF India, ATREE, and Azim Premji University, reaffirmed the literature festival’s unique mission to mainstream the dialogue […]
The Visionary Palate: A Conversation with Pulkit Arora, Director of CYK Hospitalities â Building Systems and Storytelling
Bengaluru: From a well-established career in the competitive world of software to the dynamic landscape of hospitality, Pulkit Arora, Co-founder and Director of Gurugram-based CYK Hospitalities, has forged a remarkable path. Along with co-founder Simranjeet Singh, he has built an end-to-end F&B consultancy, providing a single roof for all HoReCa needsâfrom ideation and conceptualization to […]
The Emotional Architecture of Home: An Interview with Purva Agrawal of Attirail
Bengaluru: Purva Agrawal, Founder and Creative Director of the Mumbai-based interior design practice Attirail, doesn’t just design housesâshe designs sanctuaries. Rooted in a philosophy she calls “emotional interiors,” her work centers on revelation, not reinvention, transforming spaces into deep reflections of the people who inhabit them. A former film set designer, Purva’s unique approach […]
Mastering the Moment: Vurve Salon Redefines Contemporary Nail Trends
Bengaluru: In the dynamic world of beauty, the manicure has evolved from a simple grooming step to a critical style accessory. This shift is nowhere more apparent than in the curated approach taken by Vurve Salon. My recent experience reviewing their nail art service confirms that Vurve doesn’t just follow nail trendsâthey customize them, ensuring […]
