BENGALURU BUZZ

If you have a penchant for embroidered fabric in pastel colours, then Hakoba is the place. It offers fabrics with beautiful embroidery in subtle colours. Hakoba has its presence overseas as well. Our Bengaluru houses an exclusive showroom of Hakoba at Jayanagar, Gandhi Bazaar and Commercial street. The Jayanagar store sells sarees, salwar kameez, dupatta sets to embroidered fashion fabrics. It also offers Kurtas and party wear shirt for men. Embroidered fabric from the royal times. Pic: Nagashree GururajA privilege once reserved for kings and queens, embroidery is an ancient art. Centuries ago, embroidery added grace and refinement to royal…

Global travel guide publisher Lonely Planet (LP), owned by the BBC, has listed Bengaluru third in the top 10 cities to visit in 2012. LP calls Bengaluru, ‘Capital of cool' in the article "Lonely Planet's Best in Travel: top cities for 2012", published on its website on 30th October. Lonely Planet is one of the leading independent travel guide publishers founded in the late 1970s. Adopted initially by globe trotting backpackers and budget travellers, it now commands a broader following that includes well-heeled independent-minded travelers too. BBC Worldwide, the commercial arm of BBC UK bought a 75% stake in the…

Jayanagar Samyukta Mandal (JSM), has been organising Garba/Dandiya nights for the last 11 years now. “It is specially meant for the Gujaratis, but everyone is welcome”, said Rajesh Parekh, 65, Secretary of JSM. Mesmerizing whirls. Pic: Nagashree Gururaj, Shreyas Nag Women wear splendid traditional and colorful embroidered choli, ghagra and bandini dupattas dazzling with mirror work whereas men wear their special turban and Kedias (kurtas) depicting Krishna’s costume. The dance moves were enchanting with intense and energetic whirls. Am I the best dressed? Pic: Nagashree Gururaj, Shreyas Nag “I have been dancing here for the last two years now, this…

Whitefield Diaries Screening followed by panel discussion Sep 10th, 2011 6-7.30pm Whitefield Club, Bangalore Map to location All are welcome A series of six short films, titled Whitefield Diaries is being screened a special event on September 10th, 6-7.30pm, at the Whitefield Club. The films capture the transformation of Whitefield from its origins in the 1880s to the present day, especially more recently, with rapid urbanisation. The famous inner circle and outer circle of Whitefield, and the Waverly Inn where Winston Churchill stayed are covered in the films. Whitefield is tucked within the great triangle between KR Puram, Marathahalli and…

Having known Sarita Kotagiri for the past few years, I have reached a conclusion that philanthropists do not necessarily have to be celebrities or famous personalities. Anyone who really cares for others can always find opportunities to help in many different ways. All that one needs is a big heart. Sarita Kotagiri. Pic courtesy: Trupti Godbole Sarita Kotagiri is a home maker in her late 30s. This pharmacy post graduate, a top scorer in from Al Ameen College of Pharmacy has been helping innumerable people in all walks of life. A busy homemaker like many women in the city, Sarita…

When you feel really really satisfied after a meal, it's worth a mention. "In the Pink" is tucked away on a road where you least expect it; a thoroughfare but maybe you missed noticing it because you were trying to beat the traffic? Pic source: inthepink.in But what's so special about the place anyway? Well, for one it boasts of being "Organic", a restaurant and a store all in one. The store has been around for over a year now and stocks vegetables, bulk rice, lentils, wheat flour etc., as well as organic brand names such as 24 Letter Mantra…

It was a delightful evening for music and dance patrons with the talented and versatile artist Dr. Vyjayanthimala Bali taking center stage, at the lecture-demonstration organized by MES Kalavedi, Malleswaram on June 18th. Vyjayanthimala Bali with Saroja Devi (right), Bharathi Vishnuvardhan (left). Pic: Suja Sukumaran. Vyjayanthimala kept her audience captivated with her amazing performance, vocals and commentary on the various dance segments. Her lec-dem had song compositions (like Ella arumaighalum and Arivenayya) with abhinaya and a brief explanation of the abhinaya padams. She was accompanied by Anahita Ravindran on vocal, Gayathri Sashidharan on natuvanga, Shaktivel Muruganandam on mridangam and Chaitanya…

For art enthusiasts, Art Bengaluru, a contemporary art festival, currently organized by UB City along with Artchutney.com and Sublime is a feast for the eye. Over 19 galleries from all over India are represented here with artists of all genres and style exhibiting their art at the nine day festival. Buddha by Amit Bhar. Pic: Suja Sukumaran. The festival of arts in its second year saw the bringing together of art collectors, remarkable artists from all over India, galleries, art enthusiasts and general public at one common venue. What better place to have it than at the beautiful UB City;…

Abhinav Mugunthan is like any other 10 year old. He loves going to school and playing with his friends. But on Saturday, the 21st of May, he was more than just a young boy. For the first time, he was an athlete competing against kids three years older than him. He won the first place in the Under-13 shot put event with a distance of 5.15 metres. Taking the high road. Pic: Smit Zaveri. Like Abhinav, there were many other first timers who proved that experience wasn't everything. Determination and hard work was. 12-year-old, Nikitha M V from Sapphire High…

The kids at the Bangalore Amateur Riding Institute smile through their teeth as they mount their horses. May 12th was their last day at their 12-day camp at the Bangalore Turf Club off Race Course Road, and they are leaving with more than just the basics of horse riding and a certificate. They are leaving with great memories and a brand new bond. There is no love like the one between a child and her horse. Pic: Smit Zaveri. "After spending a few days with the animals, the kids get very comfortable around them. There is a connection between them.…