The Writer’s Flight

  Invest in good bed linen to generate a sense of well-being, warmth and good vibes at home By Namrata Kohli “Oh bed!  Oh bed! Delicious bed: That heaven upon earth to the weary head.” – This was an articulation on what beds mean by English poet, author and humorist Thomas Hood. The value of good quality bed and bedding is best realized when you move away from the comfort of home. Says 18-year-old Mayank, who he recently shifted from home to hostel at his engineering college in Jaipur- “When I moved bags and baggage to my hostel, I realized the importance of a good bed. Back home, mom used to change the bed linen every now and then and I used to keep complaining that she has this OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) for cleanliness. But now I miss everything about home, especially my comfortable bedroom.” Beyond hygiene, the bed and bedding induces a feel good factor for house and house mates- perhaps that is why people call it home sweet home. So what does good quality bedding...

Light and healthy options, distinctive flavour and versatility of the dishes that can be consumed anytime and every time - breakfast, snacks, dinner and in between- make South Indian food one of India’s favourite cuisines By Namrata Kohli I can have south Indian food 365 days a year, all three meals a day. Light on the palette and the pocket, I love these dishes for their balance of flavours and nutritional value. It’s a welcome break from our typically richer North Indian dishes and comes with a unique flavour profile with the use of specific ingredients like coconut, tamarind, curry leaves, mustard seeds. It’s also something that is available across a wide spectrum of price points - from the street food vendor to the upscale restaurants and five-star hotels. Nutrition experts regard South Indian food as healthy esp. when consumed with attention to portion size and a focus on whole, unprocessed ingredients. Says Rukmini Jha, 34-year-old dietician based out of Gurugram- “Many South Ind...

  Sleek designs and clever storage options of modular kitchens help to stretch space utility, while enhancing the visual appeal of your space By Namrata Kohli  Whether you have a straight kitchen or one with parallel, L or U-shaped counters, your modular kitchen is meticulously crafted to optimise storage, work surfaces, and overall functionality—all this, while offering great aesthetics and perfect finishes. Today's luxury homebuyers, including Gen-Z, Millennials, HNIs, and NRIs, are seeking kitchens that reflect their global lifestyles and culinary aspirations. According to the HomeScapes study by Godrej Interio, 25% of respondents use their kitchens and dining rooms as hubs for culinary experimentation. This trend has transformed high-end kitchens from mere functional spaces into sophisticated culinary havens. Interestingly, the study also reveals that 54% of Indians prefer an open kitchen concept, believing it makes the cooking and dining experience more participative. How...