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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Angelina Jolie's daughter Zahara steps out with boyfriend Elijah Cooper — Disneyland date goes viral amid engagement rumours
Angelina Jolie's daughter Zahara Jolie-Pitt was recently seen enjoying a sunny day at Disneyland with her boyfriend, actor Elijah Cooper—just days after engagement rumours set the internet on fire following a sparkly ring sighting. The 20-year-old, whom Jolie shares with ex Brad Pitt, appeared fully in the moment with her beau, looking relaxed, happy, and completely unbothered by the cameras. Zahara Jolie-Pitt's Disney outing with her beau On June 20, the 20‑year‑old Spelman College student and Cooper, a Morehouse College attendee and actor, were photographed strolling hand‑in‑hand around Anaheim's Disneyland. They embraced the park spirit, donning matching Minnie and Mickey ears while exploring attractions like Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Zahara Jolie-Pitt and boyfriend seen at Disneyland as engagement rumors swirl — Buzz Nova (@BuzzNova163093) June 21, 2025 How did Zahara's engagement rumours begin? Engagement buzz first took off earlier this month when Zahara was photographed wearing a sparkling diamond ring on that finger during a dinner date with Elijah at the celeb-favourite Craig's in West Hollywood. The ring's placement on her left hand immediately raised eyebrows, with fans and tabloids speculating that the 20-year-old might be quietly engaged. However, during her recent Disneyland outing with Elijah, the ring was noticeably absent. Whether it was a simple accessory switch or a sign that there's nothing romantic to read into remains unclear, but the mystery has only fuelled more online chatter. Some believe the couple could be keeping things private, while others think the ring might've been just another fashion statement. Zahara drops 'Pitt' from her last name Zahara, who recently made headlines for dropping 'Pitt' from her last name, has been carving out her own identity both socially and academically. Now going by Zahara Jolie, she's an active member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority at Spelman College, where she's become known not just as the daughter of Hollywood royalty, but as a thoughtful student leader in her own right. Photo Credit: X Her bond with her mother, Angelina Jolie, remains strong and rooted in shared values. The two have been spotted together at various philanthropic events, and Zahara has taken on a more public-facing role in activism—most notably as a keynote speaker at a Mother-Daughter Brunch hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha. She's also been involved in humanitarian causes, including initiatives focused on climate issues and wildfire recovery, areas Angelina has long championed. So, are the engagement rumours true? While neither Zahara nor Elijah has said anything about being engaged, the combination of that diamond ring, cosy dinner dates, and their Disneyland day out has definitely set off speculation. Still, official or not, the two seem genuinely smitten, enjoying each other's company and making the most of a carefree summer together.
Hindustan Times
13-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Hindustan Times
Spectator by Seema Goswami: Break free of your rut
When you travel as much as I have been doing of late, then it is almost inevitable that you will lose a few things along the way. Even though I know (and accept) that at some rational level, I was still devastated when I couldn't find my favourite eyeliner in my make-up pouch when I arrived back in Delhi. But even that devastation paled into inconsequence compared to my crushing disappointment when the brand in question did not have the Noir Intense shade I have been using for years. Worse, they did not have any black eyeliner at all; but I could choose between several shades of brown, they offered helpfully. Once I had recovered my equilibrium, I chose two shades of brown, hoping that they would tide me over until my usual shade was back in stock. The next day, with great trepidation, I tried the darker shade on my upper lid and the lighter one on my lower lid and stood back to see the effect. And much to my surprise, the shades looked amazing – even better, dare I say it, than the black that I had been relying on for years. There was a certain soft smokiness to the look that the black had never been able to achieve, no matter how hard I blended it. So, as it turned out, it had been a stroke of luck to lose my eye pencil – because its loss had led to the gain of an entire new look. I guess that's the problem with growing older and set in your ways. You decide at some point that this is what you like and you stick to that without experimenting with new things. And, as I had discovered, when you get into a rut like this, you lose out on novelty of new things. But when I sat back and thought about it, I realised that when it comes to getting into a rut, make-up was the least of my problems. My penchant for familiarity was leading me to stay safe with choices I was comfortable with rather than venturing out to make new discoveries. When it comes to restaurants, for instance, I have my perennial favourites in every city which I head back to like a devoted pilgrim. What's worse is that in each of these restaurants I have my favourite dishes which I order every single time. The same thing goes for travel. I head back to London in the summer and Bangkok in the winter like the proverbial homing pigeon. When I am planning a European holiday, I can't seem to think beyond Italy. When choosing hotels, I always plumb for the safe option of a chain that I am familiar with rather than a standalone boutique property, which might conceivably be more fun. When it comes to clothes, I am in a bit of a rut there as well. I spend my summers in Anokhi kurtas or Marks & Spencer linen dresses. I have been wearing the same brand of pajamas to bed for over a decade now. And my brand of shoes hasn't changed either. But if the eyeliner revelation has taught me anything it is that it is time to go forth and explore new options – for a newer and better me. From HT Brunch, June 14, 2025 Follow us on
CNA
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
More Singapore restaurants are launching new breakfast and brunch options, and diners are eating it up
Foodies know Michelin-starred Ma Cuisine on Craig Road as a place for a fine French evening out, replete with elevated classics like escargots in garlic butter, roast pigeon and veal sweetbread, perfectly paired with select wines. But, at the start of the year, the restaurant quietly started serving breakfast and brunch under a new, casual brand known as Bonjour Ma Cuisine. With shifting dining and spending habits across Singapore's F&B scene, chefs and restaurateurs have started rethinking strategies and ways in which to entice diners through their doors. Breakfast, usually the purview of casual cafes, offers an inroad into a new market. Like Clark Kent and Superman, Ma Cuisine and Bonjour Ma Cuisine utilise the same dining room (although they have separate entrances). But, to build Bonjour Ma Cuisine, chef-owner Mathieu Escoffier hired and trained a whole new, dedicated kitchen team; doubled the storage and kitchen space; brought in a barista; and acquired a new collection of designated plates and cutlery – not to mention designing an extensive new menu. 'We basically did a restaurant in the restaurant,' he explained. So, in the mornings and over lunch time, you'll now find a Croque Madame with truffle (S$28.80) according to Escoffier's mum's recipe, topped with a golden sunny-side-up egg; knife-chopped tenderloin beef tartare (S$27.50); and French toast served with kaya and creme anglaise (S$14.50). That's not all; the extensive menu features a hearty mix of morning staples like fresh salads and eggs done all ways, alongside lesser-known French classics like a fish quenelle in crustacean sauce, a specialty of Lyon; a ham terrine with parsley, a specialty of Burgundy; creme caramel according to Escoffier's grandfather's handwritten recipe; and the Ma Cuisine specialty of crispy veal head. Bonjour Ma Cuisine is on to something good. The restaurant is packed and popular. On the morning we visited, there weren't even any croissants left at 10am, because someone had swooped in and bought them all. 'People at 8am, 10am – they will eat a veal head or pasta,' Escoffier observed. One reason is clearly the 'very affordable range of prices'. 'We love to have people discover French food, and understand that you can eat very good French food for reasonable prices,' he said. 'Ma Cuisine's pricing has always been on the higher side, because we select high-end ingredients, and you have to order wine. But, it's not because we make more money. It's just because the range of ingredients are of much higher value. But, we can have very good French food at this price point, as well.' A whole roasted French spring chicken for S$19.90? Who's going to argue with that? There's also the draw of washing down your breakfast with a kir royal or a mimosa in a French bistro setting. This 'doesn't exist (anywhere else) in Singapore. It's a unique proposal,' Escoffier said. 'Maybe you can have it in a hotel, but it's a bit impersonal. Here, you have the charm of the shophouse and the terrace outside – it's so lovely in the morning.' So far, 'we only have good feedback. The only bad feedback we have is about us not being open on weekends,' he said. Bonjour Ma Cuisine operates from 8am to 2.30pm on weekdays only. The concept is doing so well that it is even expanding to Jakarta. Bonjour Ma Cuisine is slated to open in the Indonesian capital in early 2026 in the Menteng neighbourhood with dine-in as well as takeaway options. Ma Cuisine isn't the only Michelin-starred restaurant to roll out a new brunch offering. Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro, specialising in Japanese-Chinese 'chuka Szechwan ryori' cuisine, recently launched their weekend brunch in April. Priced at S$88 per guest with a minimum two guests, diners get appetisers and a soup, followed by unlimited orders of select dishes including dim sum, barbecued items, main dishes such as chef Chen Kentaro's famed Mapo Tofu with Hokkaido Rice and handcrafted desserts. There's also a seven-course vegetarian set menu at S$68 per guest. The brunch menu, available on weekends and public holidays from 11.30am to 3.15pm, has allowed the restaurant to reach out to a demographic different from its usual, thanks to its more 'casual, communal' nature, Chen said. He described it as 'an opportunity for Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro to showcase a different side of our culinary experience. We wanted to reach out to a wider audience as it will attract a different group of diners from those who visit on weekdays,' he said. 'It has been well received, and we've attracted more of the leisure segment of our target audience – guests who visit with friends and family for personal meals, rather than for business luncheons. The Weekend Brunch also brings a different energy and vibe compared to weekdays – it's more laid-back, social and high-spirited, and guests have responded positively to that shift in tone. We observe that weekends are more bustling at the restaurant.' It is not just high-end dining establishments that are rolling out brunch and breakfast. Restaurants like Bedrock Origin at Oasia Resort Sentosa have realised the emotional aspect of a meal that isn't lunch or dinner. There is a discernibly growing preference for leisurely meals that feel 'indulgent and unhurried', said Bedrock Origin's spokesperson Brian Stampe, chief operating officer, Commonwealth Concepts. Bedrock Origin introduced their Harvest Table Sunday Brunch (S$78 per person) nearly two months ago 'in response to a growing demand for indulgent and experiential dining, especially over weekends', Stampe said. 'Brunch today goes far beyond the traditional fare like waffles and Eggs Benedict. It has evolved into more than just a mid-morning meal; it's become a social ritual, where friends and family gather to catch up and enjoy a nice meal together that lasts a few hours.' Bedrock Origin's brunch format is a bottomless a la carte style, where guests can order meats, dry-aged in-house and grilled over applewood, such as the guest favourite of Kombu Cured Tomahawk steak; premium seafood like the popular Pan-fried Barramundi Fillet; signature sides; and desserts from a roving trolley. 'Our brunch has met with a good reception since its launch in mid-April,' Stampe shared. 'On special occasions like Easter and Mother's Day, we also saw larger reservations.' He added: 'Launching The Harvest Table Sunday Brunch was to meet the evolving lifestyles and preferences of today's diners. More guests are seeking dining experiences that are flexible, social and memorable, and brunch has become a popular mealtime that fulfils all those requirements.' Casual French-inspired restaurant The Masses, which moved to a new location at The Capitol a year ago, is now serving Sunday brunch again after a long hiatus, in response to 'multiple requests from our regulars asking when we would bring brunch back', said chef-owner Dylan Ong. The new Sunday brunch experience, priced at S$68.80 per person with a minimum of two diners, is shaped around a communal, farm-style concept. 'What sets us apart is also our emphasis on local farm produce, with menu changes guided by seasonality,' Ong said. Plates include scrambled eggs with black truffle, sea bass a la Meuniere, crispy chicken leg with Sauce Supreme, caviar and tartare. There's even an oyster cart. In addition, 'every last Sunday of the month, we spotlight a local or regional farmer by using their produce in our brunch menu," Ong said. Examples include mushrooms from Golden Cap Farm, chicken from Kee Song, soya sauce from Kwong Cheong Thye and frog legs from Jurong Frog Farm. "We also offer their products for sale at a discounted rate that day. This initiative is about more than food – it's about supporting and showcasing the work of local farmers, and encouraging guests to engage with and support the people behind the produce. We're making a conscious effort to work with more local farmers, and we believe this initiative of showcasing their produce as part of our brunch menu is among the first of its kind in Singapore.' One unseen aspect of it, though, is the energy it takes to run. 'As chefs, we have a love-hate relationship with brunch due to the early mornings, endless eggs, last-minute crowds and the rush of it,' Ong said. In addition, 'The kitchen must be effectively reset between brunch and dinner service. We take extra care to minimise wastage and ensure a seamless shift. For example, we slightly shorten our dinner menu to ease the pressure, and any remaining ingredients are creatively repurposed by our chefs to prepare special dishes.'
Muscat Daily
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
SHANGRI-LA MUSCAT UNVEILS BAB'S BRUNCH AT BAIT AL BAHR
Muscat -As Shangri-La Muscat celebrates 20 years of heartfelt hospitality in Oman this 2024, the resort introduces a fresh weekend ritual to mark the occasion: BAB's Brunch at Bait Al Bahr—a relaxed yet refined dining experience that captures the spirit of the sea, the warmth of the sun, and the serenity of coastal dining. Launching this summer, BAB's Brunch is served every Saturday from 1pm to 4pm, inviting guests to unwind with spectacular cuisine and majestic panoramic views of the beach, all from the elegant indoor temperature-controlled setting of Bait Al Bahr. Perched along the resort's iconic lazy river, the venue offers one of Muscat's most breathtaking dining locations—where gentle waves and ocean breezes frame every bite. For the first time, Bait Al Bahr opens during the day to welcome brunch lovers with a shared-style concept comprising of a selection of appetisers, followed by live-grilled premium cuts (beef, lamb chops, chicken) , and the freshest seafood—including lobster, king prawns, octopus, and seasonal fish—are all served directly to the table, encouraging convivial dining and memorable moments alongside live entertainment. To complement this indulgent Saturday afternoon, free-flow beverages are included, and other premium options are also available. BAB's brunch starts from OMR 30 net per person, with complimentary beach and pool access included for brunch guests. Bait Al Bahr commonly known as BAB has long stood at the heart of Muscat's vibrant community, and this new offering brings together the spirit of coastal dining with the warmth of Omani hospitality—reimagined in a setting that blends a relaxed atmosphere with an elegant brunch.
Arab News
02-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Arab News
Where We Are Going Today: ‘Crome London' Cafe in Riyadh
Nestled in Riyadh Park Mall, Crome London is a charming cafe offering great food and a stunning rooftop view of the Kingdom's capital. Having visited a couple of times, I've had the opportunity to explore their menu and experience the inviting atmosphere. I've enjoyed several dishes during my visits, starting with the freddo cappuccino, which was fantastic. The Nutella croissant was equally delightful — rich and indulgent. The prices were reasonable for the quality. On another occasion, I tried the red velvet French toast, which was delicious with just the right amount of sweetness. The green tea and flat white I ordered were decent, though I found them a bit overpriced compared to other options. One standout feature of this cafe is the food presentation; each dish is served with an artistic touch, making it Instagram-worthy. I also sampled their tiramisu, honey cakes, and latte. The tiramisu was classic and creamy, while the honey cakes were light and flavorful. The latte was perfectly smooth and frothy. Crome London also offers a variety of French toast options, including the berry best, maple syrup, chocoholic, and lotus and banana. They also serve brunch items like Benedict French toast and smashed avocado French toast, along with fried chicken and sweet brioche. However, my experience was not without its drawbacks. On one visit, I waited for half an hour without anyone checking on me, which was disappointing. Given the cafe's welcoming atmosphere, I expected better service.
