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Web Release
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Chef Jitin Joshi x Chef Hadrien Villedieu: Exclusive One-Night Only Pop-Up at Revolver
Revolver's chef pop-up series continues this June with a collaboration between two acclaimed culinary talents. Chef Hadrien Villedieu of Chez Wam joins Chef Jitin Joshi of Revolver to present a bold French-Indian menu where poetic ingredients meet spice, and precision comes together with fearless flavour. Priced at AED 395 per guest, the one-night only experience unfolds over eight sharing courses and four signature snacks, each dish crafted as a dialogue between two distinct culinary identities. Revolver, led by Chef Jitin Joshi, is a modern Indian grill known for its open-fire kitchen and contemporary approach to spice. With over 27 years of experience across Michelin-starred restaurants in London and landmark venues in Dubai, Jitin reinterprets Indian flavours with precision and depth. Joining him is Chef Hadrien Villedieu, the mastermind behind Chez Wam, recently featured on 50 Best Discovery. Based at St. Regis Gardens, Chez Wam is a Dubai dining destination where French technique meets global curiosity, all anchored by Hadrien's sharp eye for detail and signature unpretentious flair. The collaboration menu features standout creations like the Foie Gras Papadum, where French parfait meets spice-laced chutney and loomi yoghurt; the Tandoori Lamb Chop with coriander chimichurri and reduced lamb jus; and the Chai Masala Crème Caramel, a dessert that marries French structure with the nostalgia of Indian spice and a Parle G crumble. Shaped by intention, this pop-up sees Chef Jitin and Chef Hadrien explore the intersections of French and Indian technique with clarity and purpose, as each dish is thoughtfully developed to reflect their distinct yet complementary perspectives. When: Wednesday, June 11th 2025 Offer and Price: AED 395 per person for a set menu led by Chef Jitin Joshi and Chef Hadrien Villedieu. Limited seating. *For reservations, please email [email protected], call +9714 2579334, or WhatsApp +971 56 522 0195
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Yahoo
Robinson, Illinois hosting historical exploration
ROBINSON, Ill. (WTWO/WAWV)— As part of the annual meeting for the Illinois Association of Advancement Archaeology, they are inviting the public on a historical exploration on May 3 and 4. Experts and historians will be going through and presenting groundbreaking research on early travel routes from Vincennes through Lawrence County's Purgatory Swamp, through the historic land grant office and trading post in Palestine, Crawford County, and on through the York Road to the Five Mile House in Charleston. The CWAC Archaeology Museum and the Crawford County Historical Museum will also be open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on May 2 through May 4. Times and locations for all the public events are listed below: Times and Locations: IAAA MEMBERSHIP EVENTS: (PUBLIC ALSO WELCOME) Friday, May 2, 2025 12:00 p.m. – PUBLIC WELCOME – Afternoon speakers Presentations on lost and forgotten towns such as Vernon and Boliver, as well as historic landmarks including the Heath, Fox, and Dolson Inns. Research from early traces, trails, and roads. Archaeological findings from traditional excavation methods, including the uncovering of a pioneer cabin site and evidence of the region's earliest Native inhabitants. Greg Parrott – Early Interaction of Native Americans and Pioneers Carolyn Stephens / Barb Ross / CWAC Members – Early Trails / Roads / Inns / Towns 2-2:30 p.m. – Break with snacks 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. – Afternoon speakers continue Lynn Stephens- Ellis Site, Findings of Excavations near Fort Lamotte, Palestine Mary DeLaGarza and Lucas Howser – Drone research intro and uses for archaeology 4:00 – 6:00 pm ON YOUR OWN Archeological Museum and History Museum in Robinson open for viewing. Fort Lamotte in Palestine is open for touring. 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – PUBLIC WELCOME – EVENING AT THE BARN, 1253 N 2040th St., Flat Rock, IL (Off Rte 33, South of Heathsville) Bonfire, wiener roast, and performance by French-Indian reenactor Tony Gerard For more information on the event or how to get involved, you can visit the Central Wabash Archaeology Chapter's Facebook page or call 618-562-9709. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
An evocative series of portraits on modern Indian women
Olympe Ramakrishna An ongoing exhibition at Alliance Française Chandigarh is an evocative tribute to modern Indian women by French-Indian artist Olympe Ramakrishna . A French-Indian visual artist, her work focuses on identity, memory, and cultural intersections. Women of Urban India is a series of 12 portraits that reflect the essence of the contemporary woman as she meanders through present lifestyle while staying true to her tradition. Of the portraits, Ramakrishna has portrayed 11 women from her own friends, neighbours, and cousins, while the 12 th is a self-portrait. 'These women, in their 20s and 40s, embody the dynamic spirit of India's urban middle class. Through oil painting and large-scale digital prints on silk panels, I have merges classical and contemporary artistic techniques, evoking the ever-present fabric of the sari, a symbol of both sensuality and heritage,' she says. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People In Chhattisgarh Say Goodbye To Mosquitoes With This Revolutionary Solution Mosquito Eliminator Read More Undo Her work reflects her milieu of urban Indian landscapes, and weaves in vivid textiles on rooftop terraces. adornment. Following successful showcases at various Alliance Française locations including Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and other galleries in Pondicherry, Église du Vieux Saint-Sauveur in Caen, France, this exhibition continues to engage audiences worldwide. Each edition offers a unique dialogue between the viewers and the portrayed subjects, highlighting the resilience, aspirations, and cultural ties of women in modern India. Blending painting, photography, and textile art, Olympe Ramakrishna explores themes of heritage and modernity. Her work has been exhibited internationally, fostering conversations on the evolving narratives of women in contemporary societies.
