How to wear peep toes.
Open toe shoes have been the cutting-edge shoe trend for the past few years and will maintain its momentum in the next few seasons. It’s no wonder they’re here to stay; peep toe shoes are just so irresistibly sexy yet sophisticated! Thanks to Sex & the City Carrie Bradshaw the
Bake better with these tips.
Some people seem are experts at baking. This is not a god-given skill. It comes with years of practice. You can do it too. Just remember – Skill and confidence come with practice. Here are some essential tips to help you get there. Read your recipe carefully before starting: Be
Why you should say hello to white tea.
Most people are familiar with the classic true teas such as green, black and oolong, but there’s actually a fourth true tea that recently gained popularity and scientific acclaim. White tea first emerged in Asia and achieved popularity in the West only in the last 200 years or so. White
Greetings and Envelopes that show you care.
Is there a future for greeting cards in this age of email and instant messaging? In this digital age, who sends greetings and wishes through ‘snail mail’? Not many, you’re right. All the more reason you should consider doing so. Think about it. Which has more lasting emotional impact –
A sensational trip on the Indian spice route.
Indian food is a delicious mix for the senses: tantalizing aromas, vibrant colors, and of course those spicy, sweet, tangy flavours. The key to successful Indian dishes is using the right spices. And the most important step is “blooming” them. Blooming just means cooking them in some oil, butter or,
Here’s to fine dining at home
A fine dining experience can be created in a number of ways. Not all of them have to be prohibitively priced. In fact, here are 7 extremely approachable and accessible handmade explorations for your consideration. Welcome to a world of dining table decorations. Bon appetit! BURNT OFFERING: This set
Why Turmeric and Monsoon go hand in hand
Increasing our core vitality and immunity is the key to health during the change of season. Prevention is indeed better than cure – especially at this time of year. Turmeric can help you do this better than any other herb. Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its yellow color.
The Beautiful World of Bamboo
To many people, bamboo means China. But it’s not just panda food — mountain gorillas in Rwanda also live on bamboo. Food apart, there is so much more you can do with Bamboo. Did you know? Thomas Edison successfully used a carbonized bamboo filament in his experiment with the first
Teas to dip into when it rains…
The monsoon is here, and there’s nothing like a steaming hot cup of tea to accompany the rains. While tea (also known as nature’s tranquiliser) is best had in its most popular avatar – black with milk and sugar – here are other interesting ways to enjoy it. Tea has
Neckwear That Turns Heads
Great neckwear turns heads for the right reasons. To accessorise in style, turn to these necklaces from Engrave. Turn heads for all the right reasons with a little help from our dextrous and imaginative Makers. TOUCHED BY TERRACOTTA: The beauty and utility of terracotta as a material is that