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RENU HUSSAIN, THE RENOWNED EDUCATIONIST AND A SOCIAL ACTIVIST
Renu Hussain, the renowned educationist and a social activist by inclination stands out for her beautiful personality and unique attitudes. A socially motivated person Renu Hussain teaches English in a Delhi School. Renu’s keen observation and finely honed sensibility find expression through her writing. Her published work includes 3 volumes of Poetry – naming ‘Pani-Pyar’, ‘Jaise’ and ‘Ghar Ki Auraten Aur Chand’ and a collection of stories titled “Gunti”.
Her Ghazal-Maqfum deals with human concerns, emotions, relations, integrity and nature through metaphors and personifications. The Ghazals reveal the poet’s sensitive temperament and gift for articulation of her thoughts, which are refreshingly elaborated through her verse.
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A True Representative of Women Empowerment: Nishi Singh
Nishi Singh is a multi dimensional artist and a true representative of women empowerment. She is a versatile singer who sings bhajans, ghazals, sufi and old Hindi songs. She has learnt music at Gandharva Mahavidaylaya. She treats late Pandit Jwala Prasad as her guru. Her strength is a stable and melodious voice with a great range. She has performed at various stages like Taj mahotsav in Agra, Diu Beach Festival, , Rose Festival Chandigarh, NZCC festival Chandigarh, Kumbh Mela Prayagraj, India Habitat Centre and Kamani Auditorium. Her first solo Mera Dil released by T Series in Feb 2019 was an instant hit. Presently she is working on a Punjabi song.
Nishi Singh is also an excellent painter. She has taught herself. She uses acrylic, oil and water colors on canvas as medium. Landscapes and real life scenes are her main subjects. She has participated in a number of exhibitions and auctions. Important exhibitions in which she participated are ICCR international exhibition, Exhibition at Art Mall Delhi, Exhibition at Philippines Embassy, India Art Festivals at Delhi and Mumbai, many exhibitions at India Habitat Center and Chandigarh. Her work has also been part of many prestigious art auctions esp India on Canvas organised by Christie for Khushii.
Nishi Singh is a writer too. She has written extensively for many newspapers and magazines. Her command over Hindi language is superb. She has written travel column for a magazine from Delhi. She used to do interview of women achievers for the National Express newspaper. She has also written few unpublished poems.
She believes in the motto of giving back to the society. She established the Naad Foundation in 2008 to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of India. She has organized a number of music concerts of legendary artists in Delhi and Chandigarh. She has also organized a number of plays on socially relevant issues. Apart from this through Naad Foundation she has done a number of social activities like organizing health camps for the poor, the senior citizens and the policemen. During the Covid-19 pandemic, a large number of poor people were in distress due to strict lockdown. She did a tremendous work by providing tons of dry ration to the needy in various parts of Delhi. She also provided dry ration to the community langar being run by the Delhi police in many districts. The Naad Foundation also provided masks, sanitizers and face shields to the police personnel. It also gave large number of PPE suits to the National Institute of Tuberculosis in Mehrauli.
The latest feather in her cap is release on T-Series of a Punjabi song Soni Kudi sung by her. It has proved to be a big chartbuster with millions of views across platforms and digital libraries.
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Dr. Anureeta Wadhawan – Multiple Talents Woven Into One!
An allusion which has been popular for past many generations states that a woman is God’s creation whom He created to don multiple hats! Dr. Anureeta Wadhawan, is a perfect fit for this reference and she has been essaying these roles with great precision. Being an Ophthalmologist, she has been testing her skills as an entrepreneur and social activist as well and doing quite well in all the fields. And the society has also not remained behind in acknowledging these achievements. This is the reason why one can witness ample of prestigious accolades in her wagon. The best part is that she has won these glittering awards in both the fields of surgery and social awareness as well.
Her list of awards is enormous and elite with eminent personalities from different walks of life recognising her contributions towards the society. Being the Chairperson of I Can Foundation Delhi,
Dr. Anureeta has been actively working towards upgrading child development and women empowerment sectors of Indian society. She is very passionate about the foundation and leaves no stone unturned to make improvements wherever necessary. One such endeavor has been organizing various free eye camps for the general public. In fact, she has even lost the count of how many such camps she has organized till date!
Her contributions towards society have won her many accolades which inspire her to do more and give her best. She has been awarded the honorable Atal Swasthya Bhushan Samman 2019 by Shri Om Birla ji (speaker of Lok Sabha ) and Dr. Gulleria ( Director of AIIMS). In addition, she has also been awarded with Indira Gandhi Priyadarshini award by Sharmistha Mukherjee ( daughter of ex president Pranab Mukherjee) in 2019. These awards are the token of acknowledgment by the society which she honours the most.
Dr. Anureeta has penned down many articles as well which have been featured in prestigious magazines, India Today and Grehlaxmi. Even various newspapers have featured her articles which portray her fantabulous writing skills. Even the royal family has not been left behind in recognizing her efforts and Maharaja Arvind Singh ji of Udaipur and Maharaja Gaj Singh ji of Jodhpur have sent an appreciation letter in her honour. These letters talk in detail about her selfless efforts to bestow the best endeavours towards making the society habitable and better in all sense. Also, Renu husaain, wife of a former cabinet minister specially mentioned her name publically to show her appreciation.
Truly, personalities like Dr. Anureeta portray the real meaning of celebrating the International women’s day, an occasion to bestow cachet to women who have been working hard to give their best to the society and people around them
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The Powerful Path- Future Forward with Ace Astro Gemologist Abhijita Kulshrestha
The Powerful Path- Future Forward with Ace Astro Gemologist Abhijita Kulshrestha
There are few women who have made inroads successfully into domains that have been traditionally owned and run by men folk. Deep-diving into the world of Vedic astrology and planetary gemology was a conscious choice for this exceptional communications professional.She quit a regular career knowing well that it may take years and rigorous work to carve a name for her. But fate had other plans and she soon rose to fame as one of the most accurate as well as empathetic professionals in her field.Meet Abhijita Kulshrestha, the well-known and highly sought after Vedic astrologer, planetary gemologist, author, mentor and life coach who was recently feted by the Hon’ble Minister of State for Commerce Sh. Som Prakash and the Confederation of All India Traders on the occasion of Women’s Day as a dynamic persona who has contributed in her field of work as well as brought positive change and transformation in people’s lives.She’s the director of Gemstoneuniverse – India’s premier organisation exporting coloured gems across the globe and the benchmark when it comes to planetary gem therapy specializing in Jyotish Gemstones. She is a thought leader and an ace mentor helping human beings in transforming lives.In the year 2020, she was on the cover of the Global Millionaire Magazine and was listed as one among the top 35 successful female entrepreneurs in India.
She has authored two books and the most recent one – Cosmic Sutra is an incredible manual to healing and meditative practices that anyone can embrace irrespective of race or religion.
In the year 1999, she had won the coveted CSR Ms. Super Brain of India award- in a national level competition, establishing her genius and mental prowess.
She is easily one of the most sought after astrology, Astro gemologist and life coach consultants, shining light on the path forward for some of the most illustrious industrialists, leaders, business heads and celebrities among others.
It would be really interesting for our readers to know how you decided to venture into this field…
Well, there is a carefully crafted order to the universe but we as mere mortals may not be able to perceive it, as we regard our judgment and thinking as the best. It was a conscious decision to take the path of studying Vedic astrology and planetary gemology. I have always had an academic bent of mind, so poring over several astrology related books and texts was quite interesting. Also empathy and an ease with which I could embrace a spiritual regimen also helped with growth. There were definite watershed events that presented either/ or choices but fortunately I was brave enough to say yes to the right ones. In retrospect I do realise that the value systems and demands of my current profession is in sync with who I always have been. Kindness, empathy, honesty, spiritual growth – all these have been the pillars of our work and that is why I have been able to walk with ease thus far.
What according to you are essential qualities for women to be successful?
This is a tough one that I get asked, and there is no one rule fits all answer over here. Each woman is unique and can bring something incredible to the table in her area of work. The qualities that define success are actually specific to specific roles. If you really enjoy something, and as I mentioned earlier share similar value systems, success is a foregone conclusion. However, in any line of work, integrity, compassion, patience, emotional resilience and focus on sustaining quality of product or service offered are a must for moving ahead.Can women have it all? A successful career as well as a satisfying family life?
That’s a very interesting question and I believe that women across the world pressurise themselves into extremely demanding situations trying to live the dream of having it all. There is an internal desire to succeed professionally but also DNA level programming which is unforgiving if the role of mother or spouse or daughter or daughter-in-law is found lacking in some way.I think, quite practically speaking, that mostly, it is possible to have one thing at a time.
It is almost impossible to multitask (a big myth) because the mind can address only one question at a time. Imagine – to juggle between the absence of an employee on a day with an important meeting, a sudden crisis hitting the life of a client and at the same time making sure that you have not missed out on any of the things to be packed for your child’s first trip out of station – it is quite mind-boggling.
So between judging yourself for your performance as a career woman and wondering if you have been the ideal mother, or have you done right by your parents – it is like finding yourself between a rock and a hard place every other day.
Any successful person understands this and at the same time is kind enough not to impose exacting standards on oneself. The first rule of success is to extend compassion towards self – knowing well that some days you will have a laurel wreath on your head for your good work and the other days it may only be a warm embrace from your parent or your child – a generous reward falling in your kitty.One has to learn to operate in the space that lies between all and none. And quite happily at that. That is what being a real person is about and not what that over achieving everything a successful person is made out to be!
How can people benefit from Vedic Astrology and by using jyotish/ planetary gemstones by using them? Does it really make a difference?
A person may be seeking help, a solution or a breakthrough in any area of life – professional life (gain of income, profits, fame and popularity, business expansion, partnership deals, getting promotion, finding mental peace and focus, resolving interpersonal differences etc.); financial matters (trading, making profitable investments, increasing assets/ wealth etc.), personal relationships like marriage with all the complications and issues; health related matters – (both physical and mental) and so many more things that come associated with the human desires and aspirations.Vedic astrology helps in creating a birth chart that is a map of human life that gives a peek into an individual’s life – from womb to tomb. This in turn helps in arriving at an understanding of the planetary energies that will aid an individual and those others that will play out the role of karmic teachers, whose lessons may not be easy. Planetary gem therapy is all about using natural, treatment free jyotish quality gemstones/ Navratna Stones to harness the energy of planets that can aid us in our progress and growth. These are the top 2 per cent gemstones in terms of quality.
Each of the nine planets has a characteristic planetary energy and color transmitted through light, attributed to them. (Color is a component of light. A colour is energy of a specific wavelength and frequency.) Planetary gem Therapy works on the premise of passage of light through the gemstone into the human energy system via touch. Natural gemstones are a powerful tool that helps harness power of this solution. A person, when wearing the gemstone of an appropriate and powerful planetary energy can achieve all kinds of success. Again the same principle – what is in sync with your prakriti, your elemental nature and energy will take you towards the best outcomes for you.
At Gemstoneuniverse under the guidance of the Grandmaster-Revered Guruji Shrii Arnav we have witnessed powerful personal change over 2 and half decades in the lives of our patrons. I would like to mention that as of Today, Gemstoneuniverse is the only Astro Gemology website that has video testimonials of renowned professionals with their names and designations that you can verify on LinkedIN and the internet.
We are the proud owners of the trademarks and copyrights to Jyotish Gemstones Therapy ™ and JGT ™ proprietary processes for 100% error free Gem therapy leading to outstanding results in the lives of our patrons. We got this distinction after submitting 10 million personalized exchanges and 1 million case studies.
We are proud to have patrons who started as Peons and ended up as owners of Travel companies owing a fleet of multitude of vehicles to Statesmen who influence world decisions.
Do tell us some principles that one follow in everyday life to invite wealth, enhance personal charm/ attraction and succeed in endeavors?
There are so many things a person can do but I will leave you with 5 pointers that if followed diligently in life for 73 days straight can begin to show marked difference– Make sure that you have your bath before 10 am every day. (Yes it is as simple as that. You will have to give up lazy Sundays though.)
– Do not complain. I am not talking about the big issues like legal matters and ethical issues etc. where redressal is a must. But abstain from complaining and carping all the time (it’s so hot, she’s too shrill, why me etc. Do what you can do about the situation. If there is nothing that can be changed or altered, the least you can do is to stop complaining. It will alter YOUR energy)
– Offer a portion (you get to decide how much – it can be anything) of your earnings back – to charity, as a donation or in any other way you deem fit.
– Discover the power of speaking softly – audibly sure but softly.
– Forgive people who have wronged you. It definitely does not mean you put yourself in a similar situation. It just means you have let go of bitterness and disengaged completely in peace.
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The Powerful Path- Future Forward with Ace Astro Gemologist Abhijita Kulshrestha
The Powerful Path- Future Forward with Ace Astro Gemologist Abhijita Kulshrestha
There are few women who have made inroads successfully into domains that have been traditionally owned and run by men folk. Deep-diving into the world of Vedic astrology and planetary gemology was a conscious choice for this exceptional communications professional.She quit a regular career knowing well that it may take years and rigorous work to carve a name for her. But fate had other plans and she soon rose to fame as one of the most accurate as well as empathetic professionals in her field.Meet Abhijita Kulshrestha, the well-known and highly sought after Vedic astrologer, planetary gemologist, author, mentor and life coach who was recently feted by the Hon’ble Minister of State for Commerce Sh. Som Prakash and the Confederation of All India Traders on the occasion of Women’s Day as a dynamic persona who has contributed in her field of work as well as brought positive change and transformation in people’s lives.She’s the director of Gemstoneuniverse – India’s premier organisation exporting coloured gems across the globe and the benchmark when it comes to planetary gem therapy specializing in Jyotish Gemstones. She is a thought leader and an ace mentor helping human beings in transforming lives.
In the year 2020, she was on the cover of the Global Millionaire Magazine and was listed as one among the top 35 successful female entrepreneurs in India.
She has authored two books and the most recent one – Cosmic Sutra is an incredible manual to healing and meditative practices that anyone can embrace irrespective of race or religion.
In the year 1999, she had won the coveted CSR Ms. Super Brain of India award- in a national level competition, establishing her genius and mental prowess.
She is easily one of the most sought after astrology, Astro gemologist and life coach consultants, shining light on the path forward for some of the most illustrious industrialists, leaders, business heads and celebrities among others.
It would be really interesting for our readers to know how you decided to venture into this field…
Well, there is a carefully crafted order to the universe but we as mere mortals may not be able to perceive it, as we regard our judgment and thinking as the best. It was a conscious decision to take the path of studying Vedic astrology and planetary gemology. I have always had an academic bent of mind, so poring over several astrology related books and texts was quite interesting. Also empathy and an ease with which I could embrace a spiritual regimen also helped with growth. There were definite watershed events that presented either/ or choices but fortunately I was brave enough to say yes to the right ones. In retrospect I do realise that the value systems and demands of my current profession is in sync with who I always have been. Kindness, empathy, honesty, spiritual growth – all these have been the pillars of our work and that is why I have been able to walk with ease thus far.
What according to you are essential qualities for women to be successful?
This is a tough one that I get asked, and there is no one rule fits all answer over here. Each woman is unique and can bring something incredible to the table in her area of work. The qualities that define success are actually specific to specific roles. If you really enjoy something, and as I mentioned earlier share similar value systems, success is a foregone conclusion. However, in any line of work, integrity, compassion, patience, emotional resilience and focus on sustaining quality of product or service offered are a must for moving ahead.Can women have it all? A successful career as well as a satisfying family life?
That’s a very interesting question and I believe that women across the world pressurise themselves into extremely demanding situations trying to live the dream of having it all. There is an internal desire to succeed professionally but also DNA level programming which is unforgiving if the role of mother or spouse or daughter or daughter-in-law is found lacking in some way.I think, quite practically speaking, that mostly, it is possible to have one thing at a time.
It is almost impossible to multitask (a big myth) because the mind can address only one question at a time. Imagine – to juggle between the absence of an employee on a day with an important meeting, a sudden crisis hitting the life of a client and at the same time making sure that you have not missed out on any of the things to be packed for your child’s first trip out of station – it is quite mind-boggling.
So between judging yourself for your performance as a career woman and wondering if you have been the ideal mother, or have you done right by your parents – it is like finding yourself between a rock and a hard place every other day.
Any successful person understands this and at the same time is kind enough not to impose exacting standards on oneself. The first rule of success is to extend compassion towards self – knowing well that some days you will have a laurel wreath on your head for your good work and the other days it may only be a warm embrace from your parent or your child – a generous reward falling in your kitty.One has to learn to operate in the space that lies between all and none. And quite happily at that. That is what being a real person is about and not what that over achieving everything a successful person is made out to be!
How can people benefit from Vedic Astrology and by using jyotish/ planetary gemstones by using them? Does it really make a difference?
A person may be seeking help, a solution or a breakthrough in any area of life – professional life (gain of income, profits, fame and popularity, business expansion, partnership deals, getting promotion, finding mental peace and focus, resolving interpersonal differences etc.); financial matters (trading, making profitable investments, increasing assets/ wealth etc.), personal relationships like marriage with all the complications and issues; health related matters – (both physical and mental) and so many more things that come associated with the human desires and aspirations.Vedic astrology helps in creating a birth chart that is a map of human life that gives a peek into an individual’s life – from womb to tomb. This in turn helps in arriving at an understanding of the planetary energies that will aid an individual and those others that will play out the role of karmic teachers, whose lessons may not be easy. Planetary gem therapy is all about using natural, treatment free jyotish quality gemstones/ Navratna Stones to harness the energy of planets that can aid us in our progress and growth. These are the top 2 per cent gemstones in terms of quality.
Each of the nine planets has a characteristic planetary energy and color transmitted through light, attributed to them. (Color is a component of light. A colour is energy of a specific wavelength and frequency.) Planetary gem Therapy works on the premise of passage of light through the gemstone into the human energy system via touch. Natural gemstones are a powerful tool that helps harness power of this solution. A person, when wearing the gemstone of an appropriate and powerful planetary energy can achieve all kinds of success. Again the same principle – what is in sync with your prakriti, your elemental nature and energy will take you towards the best outcomes for you.
At Gemstoneuniverse under the guidance of the Grandmaster-Revered Guruji Shrii Arnav we have witnessed powerful personal change over 2 and half decades in the lives of our patrons. I would like to mention that as of Today, Gemstoneuniverse is the only Astro Gemology website that has video testimonials of renowned professionals with their names and designations that you can verify on LinkedIN and the internet.
We are the proud owners of the trademarks and copyrights to Jyotish Gemstones Therapy ™ and JGT ™ proprietary processes for 100% error free Gem therapy leading to outstanding results in the lives of our patrons. We got this distinction after submitting 10 million personalized exchanges and 1 million case studies.
We are proud to have patrons who started as Peons and ended up as owners of Travel companies owing a fleet of multitude of vehicles to Statesmen who influence world decisions.
Do tell us some principles that one follow in everyday life to invite wealth, enhance personal charm/ attraction and succeed in endeavors?
There are so many things a person can do but I will leave you with 5 pointers that if followed diligently in life for 73 days straight can begin to show marked difference– Make sure that you have your bath before 10 am every day. (Yes it is as simple as that. You will have to give up lazy Sundays though.)
– Do not complain. I am not talking about the big issues like legal matters and ethical issues etc. where redressal is a must. But abstain from complaining and carping all the time (it’s so hot, she’s too shrill, why me etc. Do what you can do about the situation. If there is nothing that can be changed or altered, the least you can do is to stop complaining. It will alter YOUR energy)
– Offer a portion (you get to decide how much – it can be anything) of your earnings back – to charity, as a donation or in any other way you deem fit.
– Discover the power of speaking softly – audibly sure but softly.
– Forgive people who have wronged you. It definitely does not mean you put yourself in a similar situation. It just means you have let go of bitterness and disengaged completely in peace.
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DR. PAARUL SINGH: THE POSITIVITY MENTOR AND LIFE GUIDE
Life throws curve balls at you and they may leave seemingly permanent scars. If you are depressed or unable to cope with circumstances, meet Paarul Singh to achieve happiness from within. She is an accredited life coach and a Hoponopono Practioner, and also holds a diploma in Shadow Work. She is a doctor of Metaphysical Science from Thomas Francais University.
She had a happy and content life but found something missing and her mind which is at a higher consciousness level searched for the link that would fill the gap. Paarul felt the burning need to bring positive changes in the minds of people by mitigating their mental, emotional and physical pain. Her calming presence has helped thousands to find inner peace and stability by following her unconventional but effective methods. The transformational methodology she uses helps people identify their goals, gain clarity and define a path for personal success.
The Covid 19 pandemic has struck fear into hearts, added confusion and chaos to human lives. Paarul is the answer to all your woes as she is the one person who can help you get in touch with your inner self and move on the path to reconcile past hurt and limitations. Once you successfully face your demons, she shows you the path to a higher self, free of fear, disease and problems. Your physical and emotional problems will be mitigated, and the need for side effect inducing medication will reduce and eventually vanish.
This evangelist understands that each individual is unique and so are their issues and path to completeness. Her methodology is experiential and thought provoking. She typically has ten sessions with the afflicted person and has successfully cured diseases like epilepsy and diabetes where patients were suffering and dependent on medicine. Each case has a unique pattern of recovery and all are helped as per their receptiveness to the coaching process.
Humans were born free and should be empowered to live free says Paarul, and helps them do so through her exemplary work.
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GINZZ KITCHEN
During the lockdown most of the people tried their culinary skills, made delectable food using so called dadi-nani ki recipe”, started their food channel on social media and had their own experiences. Likewise amidst the lockdown, a family based out of West Delhi with a passion of cooking came up with an innovative concept of “Ginzz Kitchen”.
As the brand speaks, Ginzz Kitchen itself speaks about its authenticity which starts by its name – kitchen and secret recipes by the founder duo of Mother Mrs. Sujata Bhatia and daughter-in-law Mrs Amrita Bhatia. The innovative concept of Ginzz Kitchen comes with passion of cooking from both the homemakers.
Amrita feels herself to be the blessed daughter-in-law having big horizon and learning tips from her both the mothers – birth mother who hails from Kabul and mother-in-law who is from Gujarat. The blend of knowledge from both the mothers makes her a perfect homemaker and entrepreneur.
Ginzz Kitchen’s specialties are varieties of homemade namkeen and desserts. Amrita says, “As in North India people like to munch tea time snacks – which introduces our home made Matthis and namkeens. Our range of crispy matthis starts from plain, palak, methi, achari & kala til. For taking care of homemade namkeens we have a wide range of crunchy nimki (namak para), punjabi para (gurpara), shankarpali (shaker para) to chivda namkeen and murmura namkeen. I can assure that by having these crunchy namkeens, you will always get Traditional home taste.”
Ginzz Kitchen’s other specialties include homemade desserts which has wide range of Indian desserts and Fusions of western desserts. As the common thought believes that no meal is complete without a dessert, so here you will find ample of mouth watery options to fulfill your taste buds.
Keser Phirni — The classic sweet milky dessert is served chilled in authentic clay pots garnished with chandi warq, kesar, almonds and pistachios. The soft texture of the delicacy simply melts into the mouth and brings on a smile on every food lovers face.
Our Home Kitchen has wide varieties for dessert lovers. The range starts from keser rabri, homemade special besan ladoo and going up to fruit and nut custard to a range of chocolate desserts which includes Chocolate tart, chocolate Mousse and nevertheless to complete the authenticity of homemade desserts – Range of Dry tea-time cakes – choco-chip, almond flakes and coffee.
Starting from a very traditional dish which learned from my mother is -“SATPURA”.It is a traditional sweet prepared for special festivities called Mahalaxmi-jo-sagro. This festival is dedicated to Goddess Mahalaxmi, the Goddess of wealth. My mother used to prepare especially for Diwali. They are light and crunchy and perfect Diwali gift for friends and family.
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MR. MOUSTACHE’S CAKES
Mr. Moustache’s Cakes is an online home bakery venture set in motion by the father-daughter duo with contrasting professional backgrounds i.e. Mr. Arun Choudhary in Electronics and Ms. Khushboo Chaudhary into the Fashion Industry. MMC’s concoction of one of the duo on the verge of retirement and another taking-off with business career makes a preposterous blend of generations, the exotic combination to bring our taste buds to life. Classic teacakes of MMC include Chocolate, Marble, Banana, Malai, Plum, and Pineapple Upside-Down cake adding a luscious twist to your serving. Our menu introduced Coffeecake, Red Velvet cake, Chia muffins, Lemon cake and Carrot cake to cast flavoring delights, definitely something rich and scrumptious. In recent times, our Peanut butter brownies are the most loved by our customers. As winter is approaching up, our latest addition is orange upside-down cake.
We only promote healthy cakes. Mr. Moustache’s Cakes got its first big break in 2019, after becoming the gifting partner and valiantly participating at Ramola Bachchan’s Houseful exhibition. Last winter, Mr. Moustache’s Cakes took part in the city’s greatest winter showcase – The Gurgaon Market by Karen Anand, with the freshest menus and unique plum cakes. We also participated in the seventh release of Horn OK Please – Delhi’s Happiest Food Festival, and being the nourishment partner for the notable Le Rhythm and The Rhythm school of music to praise the “Young celebration of shades of India” with our gift hampers for participants, judges, and audience. We also partnered with Sri Ram College of Commerce as their food accomplice during their fest, Odyssey 2020 where they provided cakes for eating competitions. Not only that, but their work has also been acknowledged by recommendation platforms like what’s hot, LBB, Chef Bharat, Humans of Delhi etc.
Mr. Moustache’s Cakes is a bakery whose foundation was laid almost a year ago by two partners who, to the very least, have an age difference of 30 years. In usual circumstances, a dad would be contemplating his retirement plans; however here is baker dad, who has started building his own small world where he learnt everything on his own. We are breaking all the stereotypes here, the dad enters the kitchen and the daughter is running the business. Another one would be making people get away from icing cakes and switching to healthier cakes. Baker dad has never differentiated between a boy and a girl. He raised his daughter in a gender-neutral environment. To take the legacy forward, Khushboo is making sure; she becomes the boss lady and defies all the odds. This is our effort to contribute to society and bring a change!
Arun Chaudhary &Khushboo Chaudhary
Founders: Mr. Moustache Cakes
Contact: 9999972043
Instagram: mrmoustachescakes
Website: www.mrmoustachescakes.com
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Mr. Amit Bagga
DARYAGANJ
By the Inventors of Butter Chicken & Dal Makhani is one restaurant, which continues to be loved by its patrons. Beauty & The Best in conversation with Co-founder Amit Bagga to know more about Daryaganj and Food Industry Post Covid.
Let us know about your brand Daryaganj?
Daryaganj is a North Indian cuisine restaurant brand which is a tribute to Late Mr. Kundan Lal Jaggi, the inventor of Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani by his grandson Raghav Jaggi and Amit Bagga. This brand celebrates the legacy of Tandoori cuisine. The culinary legacy goes back decades to the era of Indian Independence, when Kundan Lal Jaggi, a refugee from Peshawar of Undivided India came to Delhi with nothing but the skills of Tandoori cuisine. Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani are arguably the most popular dishes in any north Indian restaurant.
Daryaganj showcases the history of Tandoori cuisine and its evolution, serving all dishes invented by Kundan Lal Jaggi. With valuable inputs from Kundan Lal Jaggi and his family, his secret recipes of that era are being re-created. It is a celebration of robust Indian flavours from the northwest frontier, brought to life using fresh local produce.
Which are the best five best dishes in Daryaganj?
We have a few signature secret recipes of 1947 dishes such as Butter Chicken, Dal Makhani, Chicken Pakora, Tandoori Chicken and Lockdown Haldi Chicken.
What are your major accomplishments so far?
Our major accomplishment is all the love and loyalty we have won from our patrons. Their encouragement is our biggest achievement. In less than one year we have opened four outlets of Daryaganj, which shows people faith in us. They have loved our food and have accepted the trend of going back to classics.
What’s the difference between Butter chicken 1947 and Butter chicken 2020 – 1947 butter chicken is made with the Original Recipe and consisting of chunky tomatoes as during those years there were no mixers or grinders. Whereas Butter chicken of2020 is also made with tomatoes which are well pureed to make a smooth velvety gravy, Dairy cream and boneless chicken tikka are added to this curry.
What are the changes in the industry Post COVID Pandemic?
First and Foremost, change is 50% seating capacity. Restaurants have very well adapted to the culture of social distancing as the business had to restart, and now it’s become part of the SOPS of a restaurant. The biggest challenge is the lesser capacity of seats. Because of that, we can’t hire all our employees back to keep it viable to operate the Restaurant. We divide our slots to spread out the flow of customers at peak timings. We have completely changed the way we work and we are extremely particular about all the safety measures.
What are the new things you are doing? Anything special for the festive season?
We are launching a new concept of delivery, where we are trying to recreate the Restaurant’s experience at the guest’s home. It will be a first of its kind concept in India. We are also working on our Mithai Segment and are hopeful of launching it soon.
For dine-in customers, we have specially made Baileys Kulfi at Daryaganj. Bailey’s Kulfi is one of the dedicated experiments in-house at Daryaganj. It is a fusion of a traditional dessert but experimented with a modern twist.
Plans for 2021?
We are planning our expansion in June 2021, and we plan to expand nationwide and internationally as well.