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Friday, February 5, 2010

Weekend Guide: Movers & Shakers


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What:
Ray’s Cafe and Pizzeria, behind Nature’s Basket, Hill Road, Bandra (W), start at Rs 160.

Why:
bpb scoop! Within these rustic yellow walls and picket fences, you can enjoy pizza by the slice and rare vegan and no sauce options. Owned by the guys who started Pizzeria at Churchgate, this all-day café makes its debut today at 6:30 pm.

When: You want to sing for your supper - Dough-Ray-Me!

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What:
Super suds for men and women from Soap Opera, call 9930842861 to order, start at Rs 70.

Why:
These soaps are hand-crafted with notes from the renowned Grasse perfumeries in France, and can be customised to carry the scent of your favourite cologne. Available in over 100 shapes from Dali-ish lips to fun chappals, cast these Soap Opera specials in your next shower scene. They’re naturals!

When:
You need a lather figure.

pRET


What:
Nine day road trip to Bhutan, Roadtripper, view the Facebook page here, call Rahat Nathani on 9833282400 or email roadtrippermail@gmail.com, price on request.

Why: Because once you go yak, you'll never come back! There's nothing like driving through the Himalayas in the spring. Handle a 4x4 on hairpin curves and take in the snow peaks during a riverside camp. The newly launched Roadtripper does customised vacations as well.

When: April 24 to May 2. Early bird discount for those who register before February 15.

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What:
Made-to-order headgear for men and women from Nisha Abraham, call 9820479775, start at Rs 1,500.

Why:
This racing season our money’s on celebrity madhatter Nisha Abraham’s quirky headgear. Having just helped the gamblers in upcoming Teen Patti keep their heads, she’ll now top yours with giant funky fedoras, metallic head corsages, and Brazilian carnival-inspired feather barrettes.

When:
You need a band aid.


bATTER


What:
Artisan brownie mix, 63 Kamal Mansion, Walkeshwar, call Pallavi Sheth at 9820120098, starts at Rs 200 for ½ kg.

Why:
Earning brownie points has never been easier. Pass off this baker extraordinaire’s treats as your own by simply adding eggs and butter to her magic mix. Comes in walnut and chocolate chip flavors.

When:
You want to be a beater cock.

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Event Round Up:
Kala Ghoda Art Festival starts Feb 6; Rhythms in Nature featuring Zakir Husaain at NCPA on Feb 10; get awesome booze deals at Oba Bar Night on Feb 10; attend Bass Camp, Zenzi Mills’ quarterly electronic music festival on Feb 12.

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