The iconic Scottish Pub is back with the all new Scottish vibe
The Scottish Pub, located on St.Marks Road, is a casual hangout place. It was the first place in Bangalore to serve draught beer, and it still continues the legacy. Established in 1988, the place has always been an old-school favourite meet-up place. If you’ve studied at St. Joseph’s, Baldwin’s, Bishop...
Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with Elegance: Top 7 Gifting Ideas from the House of Nestroots
Raksha Bandhan, the festival that celebrates the special bond between siblings, is a time to show affection and appreciation for each other. This festival, surprise your beloved brother or sister with a thoughtful and exquisite gift. Offering a wide range of luxurious and stylish home decor and kitchen accessories, Nestroots...
Embrace The Monsoon Glow At Shine Spa For Sheraton Grand Bengaluru
Experience unmatched luxury and complete well-being this monsoon at Shine Spa for Sheraton, nestled within Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel. The exclusive range of monsoon-themed bespoke treatments offers ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation, surrounded by the enchanting ambiance of the season. The highlights of the exclusive therapies are The Shine Facial...
Lab Grown Diamonds – A Sparkling Innovation!
Lab Grown Diamonds have emerged as a feasible and ecological alternative to mined diamonds, in recent years. Diamonds have always been admired for their beauty, rarity, and symbolic value. However, the mining of natural diamonds frequently generates concerns about the environment, and leads to human rights breaches, and ethical issues. ...
Lifestyle Brand Chumbak Unveils Its New Smartwatch Range On Amazon Fashion
Chumbak, a homegrown lifestyle brand known for its vibrant designs across Home & Accessories, is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated smartwatch on Amazon India, Starting at INR_2499. Available on Amazon Fashion, the innovative timepiece merges design and technology seamlessly, offering a must-have accessory for the modern woman....
Uncovering a few insights on Divination
Divination is the practice of using supernatural means to gain knowledge of the future or the unknown. It includes a wide range of ways and practises for gaining insight or answering questions about the present or past by interpreting symbols, signs, or other forms of spiritual communication. Divination is frequently...
Goa’s Timeless Charm: Rediscovering Leisure with Palmeiras de Saligao
Set on India’s picturesque coastline, idyllic Goa has long been known for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant landscapes and sunny beaches, attracting travelers from all over the world. This tropical paradise is a treasure trove of historic buildings, testifying to the region’s colonial past under Portuguese rule. In recent years, the restoration of Portuguese-influenced Goan homes has emerged as a fascinating way to preserve the region’s heritage while offering visitors an unparalleled journey back in time. The trend celebrates the fusion of Portuguese and Indian aesthetics, resulting in a unique blend of architecture, décor and atmosphere that effortlessly transports guests to a bygone era. In this article we embark on a journey to explore Goan houses with Portuguese influence, particularly focusing on Palmeiras de Saligao: Goa, historically captured by the Portuguese on 10th December 1510, marked Portugal’s first territorial possession in Asia. As the Portuguese expanded their influence in the region, places like Malacca, Indonesia, East Timor, the Persian Gulf, Macau, and Japan came under their control. The cultural exchange resulting from these travels left a lasting impact on the architecture of old Goan homes. In the pre-Portuguese era, dwellings in Goa were shaped by various socio-cultural factors, materials, technology, and climate. Factors such as occupation, family type (unitary or joint), gender roles, customs, religious practices, and economic status influenced the design of houses. Most of these traditional homes were introverted and conservative, organized around a central courtyard, with a focus on internal functions and few external windows. The arrival of the Portuguese introduced a new architectural style to Goa. The early secular buildings were constructed in the “Cha” style, featuring planar structures with windows and doors on one flat level. These buildings had a utilitarian design, resembling military architecture with a fortified appearance, similar to Portuguese forts. However, many of these structures built before the 1700s were not well-suited to the local climate and conditions. The Souza Figueiredo House in Sequeira Vaddo, Saligao, is an example of an eclectic architectural style seen in Goa since the 1930s. Elements of Victorian, Art and Craftsman style, and Art Deco were fused with the Indo-Portuguese style in this mansion. The inspiration for its design seems to have been drawn from the Mansion of Marcos Alvaro de Sa in Ribandar, near the old Medical hospital, belonging to the influential De Sa family, who were Barons of Combarjua and held significant sway in the local Goan community. The Palmeiras de Saligao, formerly the Souza Figueiredo Mansion, underwent renovation in April 2021 when it was purchased by VM Salgoacar Corporation Private Limited. The restoration project, initiated by Mr. Dattaraj Salgaocar, Chairman of the company, aimed to preserve the architectural character of the house while incorporating modern amenities. The mansion now comprises an entrance porch, entrance room, large drawing room, dining room, study, four bedrooms with ensuite facilities, rear porch, kitchen, store, and utility. An earlier outhouse has been transformed into a club house, and a gym has been added, along with staff quarters at the rear. The restoration maintained continuity by replicating elements like decorative columns in the extensions and integrating new roofs with the older ones using identical construction techniques and materials. Throughout the restoration process, the interiors were completed using existing furniture, and efforts were made to preserve the Victorian ceramic flooring tiles, with cement tiles used where necessary. The property boasts a spacious rear courtyard adorned with several trees, providing a private and ...
LVMH, joined the leading French sponsors of the Paris Olympics 2024
LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy), the world’s largest French luxury business, announced a sponsorship arrangement with the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics on Monday, 24th July, joining the leading French sponsors. LVMH’s Olympic sponsorship is a considerable shift from traditional sporting alliances. While luxury brands have occasionally sponsored individual athletes...
Roxie’s Limited-Edition Festival, ‘Tequila Rising’ Unleashes Extraordinary Flavors in Bangalore!
Bangalore – Roxie, India’s first crafthouse, is thrilled to unveil its much- waited Tequila Festival, celebrating the exceptional versatility of tequila and its transformation from a simple ‘shot’ to a complex cocktail delight. Until August 18th, guests at Roxie in Bangalore will embark on a captivating journey into the world of tequila, savouring the myriad flavours and revelling in the craft of eight artisanal limited-edition cocktails. Tequila enthusiasts will be tantalized by the diverse range of cocktails available at the festival, each meticulously curated to showcase the distinct characteristics of Jose Cuervo’s tequilas. The festival’s line-up features eight enchanting concoctions that exemplify the creativity and ingenuity of Roxie’s mixologists: ∙Pimento Tomato Mary: This cocktail romances reposado tequila with bell pepper, tomato, and lime juices, complemented by a dash of tamarind shrub and habanero sauce ∙Dona Paloma: A breezy cocktail that marries reposado tequila with watermelon, grapefruit, passionfruit, and lime juices, creating a refreshing medley of citrusy and agave flavours ∙Flora Dora: The vibrant Mexican culture comes alive in this cocktail, blending silver tequila, elderflower syrup, lime juice, lime leaves, and egg white for a delightful and colourful experience ∙Café Di Amaro: A labor of love that harmoniously blends reposado tequila, martini fiero, vanilla cold brew, amaro, vanilla syrup, and a touch of skeleton leaf, offering a taste of South America in every sip ∙Sinful Desire: Indulge in the allure of silver tequila, hibiscus cordial, lime and apple juice, and martini bianco, artfully transformed into a delectable and irresistible cocktail ∙Symphony in the Sky: This romantic, red-hued cocktail weaves together silver tequila, plum vanilla syrup, lime juice, mint, and a hint of absinthe, creating a harmonious symphony of ...
Places to Visit On Friendship Day 2023
Friendship Day is around the corner and we are exhilarated to celebrate this special day with our loved ones. The bond of friendship is a pure one where you support your friends, at times scold them for their stupidity or even carry them home safely, but amidst everything, you love...