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Sonali Shenoy

Pride Month 2021: Desi DJ Ma Faiza speaks of non-judgemental love

Not many people know this, but as a 17-year-old, just discovering her identity and sexual orientation the need for acceptance and love almost killed her.

25 Jun 2021

May the forest be with you

What happens when a musician and a wildlife conservationist tie the knot? An umbilical ‘chord’ to the well-being of our forests, that’s what.

21 May 2021

Wind, water, heart

The journey with this album began in February of 2019 when I approached Arnob Bal to produce it.

13 Apr 2021

Are we ready to dine-in?

From waiting for a COVID-19 vaccine, to opting for takeaways, and insisting PPE for serving staff — TNIE’s Twitter poll reveals new priorities for eating out

10 Jun 2020

Here's what diners want as restaurants reopen with caution

At a time when COVID-19 cases continue to rise, Unlock 1.0 is getting mixed reactions from once-restaurant regulars.

09 Jun 2020

Detox diaries: A perfect salad

Executive chef Arul Santhosh of Olive and Twist Hospitality that owns Canvas by Sketch, doesn’t have to think for too long about a healthy recipe, as several of us start new diet plans, fuelled by fit

18 Jan 2020

A fine harvest: The story of Pongal

A return to roots has set the tone for how we eat and where we source our produce, for much of the past 10 years.

13 Jan 2020

The Plated Project: Step up to the plate

Each collection is designed around a theme with a specific target in mind, based on the needs of the NGO which will receive the proceeds.

13 Nov 2019

Shower power

A crucial part of the experience that is not to be skipped is pressing play on your music device before you begin.

11 Nov 2019

Murder, she wrote with theatre group The Mousetrap

With an eight-member British cast, helmed by artistic director Denise Silvey, flying into Chennai, this show promises epic proportions of Agatha Christie magic.

04 Nov 2019

These cookies are legen-dairy!

You might be hearing about ‘lactation cookies’ for the first time – especially if you aren‘t a mother. But the term has actually been floating around for a few years now.

05 Oct 2019

A ‘magic pill’ to good living with Luke Coutinho's simple steps

Luke Coutinho makes getting healthy easy enough to do in your sleep. Chew more to prevent acidity, for instance.

20 Sep 2019

This MasterChef Australia winner gets candid about his comfort food and more..

You should always expect the unexpected, and I feel it’s always good to be prepared for unexpected situations during a cook.

02 Sep 2019

He’s her mane man

New York-based hairstylist Yianni Tsapatori was in India for the launch of a new Vurve Signature Salon in Chennai.

25 Jul 2019

Chetan Bhagat’s Bharat

Chetan Bhagat swaps plotlines for real problems in his latest release, India Positive

28 Jun 2019

Here's all you need to know about Sadhguru's new book

From asanas to cricket to cocktails — Sadhguru’s latest read takes us on a rollercoaster ride of knowledge, gleaned from the most unexpected places.

25 Jun 2019

Bengaluru's couple travel around to try weird foods

Field rats to ant chutney, this couple spends their vacations on the hunt for the weirdest eats!

22 Jun 2019

So your back hertz?

Sound healing promises to tune in to just the remedy you need with no pills or exercise

07 Apr 2019

A glimpse into desi living

And, on the other side of the spectrum... an impromptu jam session mixing Carnatic rhythms and Malaysian rock at a Sofar Sounds session.And, on the other side of the spectrum... an impromptu jam session mixing Carnatic rhythms and Malaysian rock at a Sofar Sounds session.

02 Apr 2019