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The Hindu
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Want to attend Chennai's first ever Cake Buffet? The only catch — you have to bring a cake to get in
''No cake, no entry', that is our tagline,' laughs Maariya Kulsum Tanveer, one of the organisers of Chennai's first ever Cake Buffet. Organised by The Great Madras Bake Sale team, the event is inspired from Cake Picnic, a concept popular in the US, where thousands of attendees carry a cake each for the picnic and get to try out all the different cakes present there. Taking baby steps, the team (also comprising Cindana Manickavel and Priya Anup) wants to start with 100-120 participants. The event that has piqued the interest of experienced home bakers and novice patissiers has so far already received 80-plus registrations. 'There will also be a competition. We will be judging the look and decoration of the cakes, it will have to be minimum one kilo,' says Maaria. The participants will be divided into three batches. Each batch gets seven minutes to go around and take their slices of cake. Everybody is getting experimental and the organisers are encouraging them to experiment with decoration and flavours. Expect mango and passion fruit cheesecakes, matcha and yuzu cakes (thanks to all recent K-dramas and holidays in Japan), Kunafa cakes..., says Maaria. But how do they plan to keep a check on quality and if the cakes are being baked by the participant? Because let's face it, the greed for dessert can sometimes lead one to be devious. Maaria laughs, 'Yes there is a possibility that someone might bring a store bought cake, it will be difficult to monitor that. And as for taste, it is a buffet — typically in a buffet you will have good and bad dishes.' The idea for now is for participants to sample cakes and have fun. Cake Buffet will take place on July 12 at The Presidency Club. To register, participants must bring a cake. The registration fee is ₹899. For registrations, call: 9840285950
India.com
4 days ago
- Business
- India.com
Full list of kitchen items which can become expensive if India ends all ties with Turkey
Full list of kitchen items which can become expensive if India ends all ties with Turkey Earlier in May, a war-like situation arose between India and Pakistan. During which Turkey was seen openly supporting Pakistan. Following this, #BoycottTurkey started to trend in India. In such a situation, the question is that if India's relations with Turkey deteriorate, which things can be affected by this? Let us tell you that this can affect many things in your kitchen. If there is a rift in the relationship between India and Turkey, then its effect can be seen on many things including kitchen items. India buys dry fruits and spices from Turkey. In such a situation, if tension arises between the two countries, then spices and dry fruits can become expensive. This tension will have a direct impact on the demand for spices coming from Turkey to India. India buys almonds and walnuts from Turkey. Apple: If media reports are to be believed, every year 1 lakh 29 thousand 882 metric tons of apples come to India from Turkey alone. In such a situation, the effect of the deteriorating relationship between these two countries can also be seen on the prices of apples. Olive oil is now being used a lot in India. India also buys olive oil from Turkey. Olive oil is already very expensive and if relations deteriorate, its prices can skyrocket. Cherry and herbal drinks: If you are fond of eating cherries and drinking herbal tea, then you may have to make a hole in your pocket. Turkish Dishes: These days, the demand for Turkish dishes has increased a lot in India. Turkish dishes like Kunafa and Turkish Kebab have become quite popular in metros like Delhi and Mumbai. The effect of this tension can also be seen on these dishes imported from Turkey. Apart from this, Turkish tea, furniture , carpets, handmade decorative items, linen, silk, marble etc. are imported from Turkey to India. All these things can be expensive.
India.com
15-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Boycott Turkey trends! THESE items likely to become expensive if India ends ties with Turkey, Check full list here
New Delhi: To mark their protest against Turkey and Azerbaijan for supporting Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, Indians are calling off their trips to these countries, according to two travel agencies cited by news agency Reuters. It is important to note that the calls to boycott Turkey and Azerbaijan grew in India after both countries publicly supported Pakistan amid rising tensions following Operation Sindoor and the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. 'Bookings for Azerbaijan and Turkey decreasing by 60 percent (over the last week) while cancellations have surged by 250% during the same period,' Reuters quoted a spokesperson for MakeMyTrip, as saying. EaseMyTrip's Chief Executive Officer, Rikant Pittie shared a similar development saying, travellers had switched to Georgia, Serbia, Greece, Thailand and Vietnam. 'EaseMyTrip had seen a 22 percent rise in cancellations for Turkey and 30 percent for Azerbaijan due to recent geopolitical tensions,' he added. Ixigo earlier took to social media and said that it is pausing flight and hotel bookings to Turkey, Azerbaijan, and China. EaseMyTrip founder and chairman Nishant Pitti also posted on 'X', noting that 287,000 Indians travelled to Turkey and 243,000 to Azerbaijan last year. 'When these nations openly support Pakistan, should we fuel their tourism and their economies?' Pitti said. If trade between the two countries comes to a halt, the prices of many items in India could rise: Traders have first decided to stop purchasing apples and marble from Turkey It is important to note that 70 percent of imported marble and 1.29 lakh tonnes of apples in India come from Turkey, which will have a significant impact on trade. Turkey exports carpets, decorative items, furniture, silk, linen, olive oil, cherries, dried fruits, spices, herbal drinks, industrial machinery, and agricultural equipment to India. Turkish dishes such as Kunafa, Turkish kebabs, and Shawarma are highly popular in India. The popularity of the Turkish dessert called Kunafa has spread in India due to social media In Delhi's Shaheen Bagh, dishes like 'Turkish Tea', Kunafa, and Kebab are very popular. Subhash Goyal, Chairman of the Tourism Committee at the Indian Chamber of Commerce, said the industry stands for ethical and responsible tourism that aligns with national values. 'Several tourism associations and industry bodies have issued statements of solidarity and collective commitment towards prioritising our national interest over commercial goals. The Indian Chamber of Commerce joins these organisations in demanding a boycott of states like Turkey and Azerbaijan, following their stand against India's response to terrorism. Tourism is a force for good and a driver of peace, global harmony and international understanding,' Goyal said.
Vogue Arabia
07-05-2025
- Health
- Vogue Arabia
I Gave Up Sugar for Two Years — Here's How It Transformed My Life
It was just another typical day at the office, filled with deadlines, stress, and the usual snacks — chocolate, chips, cake, anything sweet to comfort us as we worked through the pressure. Like many women, I believed in the age-old saying that chocolate lifts your mood. And yes, science supports it: chocolate contains magnesium and helps increase serotonin, our feel-good neurotransmitter. Around PMS, it feels like a lifeline. But on that particular day, I started to question the routine. Was I really helping myself, or just masking something deeper? Fast forward to Christmas 2023. I was in Beirut with my family — a season usually rich in rituals, sweets, and indulgence. My mother and I made our usual trip to the pâtisserie to pick out the perfect desserts for after lunch. Kunafa on Sunday mornings was sacred. And Panettone? Irresistible. But something inside me shifted. That day, I said no. No to Kunafa. No to Panettone. No to every little sugary tradition that once brought me joy. My mum was surprised, maybe even a little concerned. She knew how much I loved those moments. But I knew this was the beginning of something important. From that day on, I cut out refined sugars — no sweets, no chocolate during PMS, not even the tiniest dessert at celebrations. What started as a weight loss attempt didn't quite deliver the physical change I expected on the scale. But what I gained instead was so much more valuable. My energy levels tripled. I no longer struggled to stay awake after lunch or battled the dreaded afternoon crash. I used to rely on melatonin gummies and herbal teas for sleep — a habit that spanned nearly 20 years. Now, I fall asleep naturally. I even yawn — a simple, human gesture I hadn't experienced in ages. My skin? Softer than I can remember. I can't pinpoint when the transformation happened, but I feel it — in my face, my body, even my hair. It's like everything got a quiet, nourishing reset. When it comes to my mood, I used to experience regular mood swings, but now I feel far more balanced. And yes, I can say it proudly — though to be honest, I'm not entirely sure if this new emotional stability is thanks to my hormone shifts or the result of cutting sugar. Maybe it's both. And the best part? My energy feels like it did in my 20s. I move with ease, I walk for hours, I exercise without dragging myself. The fog I used to wake up with? Gone. It felt scary at first — that kind of clarity — but I welcomed it. Truthfully, I haven't had my sugar levels tested yet, but it's on my to-do list. Cutting sugar was the first step, not the whole journey. To be clear: I didn't cut out all the sugar. I still eat fruit, dates, and occasionally use honey when I crave the familiar sweetness of Kunafa or a chocolate bar. These natural sources come with fibre, vitamins, and minerals — and are part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. I'm not here to advise or preach. I'm not a doctor. I simply wanted to share what this decision did for me — in case you're struggling with sleep, low energy, or feeling out of sync with your body. Maybe my story will inspire you to try something new. And who knows… maybe one day, you'll thank me for it.
ARN News Center
05-05-2025
- Business
- ARN News Center
'Dubai chocolate' accounts for 4% of Dubai Duty Free's April revenue
Dubai's viral pistachio-filled chocolate bars are driving up revenue at Dubai Duty Free, accounting for 4 per cent of the total business in April. Speaking to Dubai Eye 103.8's Business Breakfast show, Managing Director of Dubai Duty Free Ramesh Cidambi said the chocolate represents 40 per cent of all confectionery sales during the month. In April, Dubai Duty Free welcomed sales worth AED713 million ($195.4 million), representing an 18 per cent increase over the same period the previous year. The revenue positions April as the fourth best month on record for the airport retailer since operations began. Originally launched by Fix in 2021, the Kunafa chocolate trend has gone viral with multiple brands offering its versions, even contributing to a global pistachio shortage. At Dubai Duty Free, Chidami said at least five brands are offering the chocolate bars to meet the 1 million daily sale.
