Amsterdam may be the art capital of Europe, but for many, its nightlife is key.Amsterdam is an ideal year-round destination.That said, in high summer the city is overwhelmed by tourists, so be forewarned.There will be crowds.
In the spirit
When you tire of beer, it’s time to sample the wide choice of Jenever, another much-loved Dutch tipple.Jenever […]
Amsterdam is a beguiling little city.An appealing mix of the hip and the parochial, it is among the most popular haunts for Europeans looking for a weekend playground and certainly the most laid-back.Many flock here to admire the art galleries and the pretty lie of the land criss-crossed by canals.But art, architecture and water aside, […]
Could someone please explain to me India’s passion for Scotch Whisky?Our love for it is unmatched anywhere else in the world.Even in Britain they don’t drink it as much as we do.When did you last see an Englishman with whisky in his hands in a pub in London?He is more likely to order a pint […]
India is not of the most prolific tea drinking countries in the world, which makes the controversies over our humble cuppa something that needs to be investigated.One lobby proclaims that tea is very good for you; another believes that it can actually deplete nutrition from your body.What, then, is the truth?
Anti tea
The lobby on the […]
In the world of men’s fashion, the shoe is a powerful accessory indeed.The most fashionable clothes need the appropriate shoe.Changes in clothing silhouettes are instantly mirrored by the changes in the proportions of accompanying footwear.As my grandfather says, I did put money into shoes….Whatever it is you wear, I think shoes are terribly important.
Shoes complete […]
First up are the Fashion Victims, who are the easiest to spot and classify.Their head-to-toe label look accessorised by lots and lots of bling is hard to miss even in the darkness of their favourite nightclub.While the men are tightly encased in crotch-hugging jeans which allowed only limited mobility, paired with cap-sleeve T-shirts to show […]
Team India went to Caribbean carrying a billion hopes to the World Cup less than a year back.The disappoints and the subsequent repercussions rocked the entire nations as the team failed to clear the first round.Now it is the turn of the Indian Colts, who have marched nonchalantly into the finals of the Under 19 […]
Next time you visit the Red Fort,ask your guide which side the Mughal toilet used to be.And don’t be surprised if he says there are none.Even the mighty Mughals used the primitive method of covering the night soil by earth.Now imagine Zil-e-Subhani(the shadow of God) Shahanshah Akbar…!
On the contrary,several centuries earlier,Romans had elaborate toilet arrangements.While […]
There are some places that need to be explored alone.Just you and your escape!
1 VIENNA
Each spring for the past few years, I have indulged in a solo trip to Europe, usually prompted by some long-standing fantasy I have had.But this year’s trip was one dreamt about for decades: to Vienna, to sample its mind-boggling array […]
Dealing with obnoxious colleagues can be tough.You do not know how to respond to them without coming down to their level.And the worst part about such bullies is that if you confront them, they can turn around and completely deny everything.The best way to handle him would be to change your self.
Since he is trying […]
