Ocean of Notions

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What: Flying Mantas Scuba Dive Training and Travel, visit www.flyingmantas.com or call Neet on 9930932516, Rs 10,000 for SSI certification.

Why: Because these guys conduct your initial training in Mumbai, so that when you get to your scuba destination, you can dive right in. They also organise group and customised diving vacations.

When: You don’t mind a high-pressure holiday. Suit up for their Maldives trip on July 23.

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What: Candy-coloured raincoats, Attic, Bir Sagar, 17th Rd, Santacruz (W), Rs. 5,000.

Why: Because even though they’re a little steep, these stylishly cut raincoats in yummy hues are worth splurging on. Plus, our exclusive discount will help ease the pain. We also love the plastic-lined rain handbags with retro Bollywood prints.

When: You want extra protection. Available for your pleasure in red, pink and blue.

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What: Personal and corporate wine tasting sessions, email shamitasingha@gmail.com or log on to shamita-singha.com, price on request.

Why: Because Kingfisher supermodel and TV anchor Shamita Singha will take you through a sensory, wine-drenched session that’ll leave you light-headed. Did we mention that she’s also a qualified wine trainer from tasting schools in Burgundy and Bordeaux?

When: You need to fulfill those grape expectations.

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What: Deli home delivery service, call Tabreez on 9870044199, Rs 375 for a packet of Borsin Cheese.

Why: Because all you have to do is say cheese, and Tabreez will deliver anything from goat to Gouda, Borsin to brie right to your doorstep, at prices lower than the MRP. He also supplies other goodies like pancake mix, caviar, and meat cuts.

When: You want your (live)stock to keep rising.

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What: New online Asian photography magazine, log on to Blindboys.org, free access and submission.

Why: From the last surviving theater groups of Gujarat to child soldiers in Sri Lanka, this online magazine curates the best photography from lensmen across Asia, and also accepts submissions.

When: You don’t want your stories to get canned.