Sunday, May 27, 2012
KKR, Kings Of IPL
What a final! CSK scored around 10 runs less, and KKR weren't to be denied. SRK and his legions of fans have finally seen their hard work and prayers answered! A rare loss for Dhoni... But I am not complaining :)
Saturday, May 26, 2012
The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari...
...knew about the petrol price hike.
And he bought a Nano, but now his monthly petrol bill is more than his EMI :)
And he bought a Nano, but now his monthly petrol bill is more than his EMI :)
Awake
Nothing like the prospect of an early morning drive through beautiful countryside to keep you awake all night...
Adopt Me?
I am a pretty Persian cat, and I am looking for a loving family... Any where in India, but preferably in Pune. Adopt me!
My pics will blow you away, will upload them shortly...
My pics will blow you away, will upload them shortly...
Friday, May 25, 2012
Goa Beckons
Fourth time this month... the perks of being born Goan!
Left around 5 from home, took it nice and easy. Misal Pav at Sai's, then nice mutton at in-laws place, and ice creams at Ice Magic at night. Life is beautiful.
Left around 5 from home, took it nice and easy. Misal Pav at Sai's, then nice mutton at in-laws place, and ice creams at Ice Magic at night. Life is beautiful.
Day 3: Ocean Park, Victoria Peak, Tram and Night Ferry
Day 3 was bright and sunny, and time to catch an exciting Dolphin & Sea Lion show at Ocean Park, and other attractions including the Panda, lots of really colorful fishes, and a little carnival. In the evening, we came to Victoria Peak, a very upmarket locality among the clouds, with unbelievable views of Hong Kong, especially when coming down the obscenely inclined tram track (a must-do when in Hong Kong).
At night, we got onto a river cruise, and took in the amazing lights of the city - synchronized across dozens of buildings on both sides of the river by a master controller. Siddha added a touch of glamour to the proceedings, taking over the Karaoke from the live band, and wowing the audience while the kids danced away to glory.
And then called it a night, tired from all the walking!
Some pics follow in subsequent posts...
At night, we got onto a river cruise, and took in the amazing lights of the city - synchronized across dozens of buildings on both sides of the river by a master controller. Siddha added a touch of glamour to the proceedings, taking over the Karaoke from the live band, and wowing the audience while the kids danced away to glory.
And then called it a night, tired from all the walking!
Some pics follow in subsequent posts...
Car Hopping
Snapped this crow having a gala time jumping and riding cars at the Thane Creek Toll Booth!
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Pretty Shutter!
This is something for Architects and like-minded folks - an amazingly pretty acrylic/plastic shutter at a Hagen Daaz store -a far cry from the boring, metal gates generally seen!
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Culinary Delights
Dinner at the Tai Woo Sea Food Restaurant was an experience in itself...
The food was outstanding, but also interesting were certain other practices we saw at the restaurant. Firstly, to accommodate us, the manager actually moved tables - with dining patrons - around the restaurant, and no one complained! Never seen something like that in India!
Secondly, the manager asked us to quote a budget per table - we had two tables - and then offered to order for us as per that budget. Great way to manage costs.. although that didn't stop us from running a bill of more than 4000 HKD!
Here are some pics... (Viewer discretion advised - graphic images)
The food was outstanding, but also interesting were certain other practices we saw at the restaurant. Firstly, to accommodate us, the manager actually moved tables - with dining patrons - around the restaurant, and no one complained! Never seen something like that in India!
Secondly, the manager asked us to quote a budget per table - we had two tables - and then offered to order for us as per that budget. Great way to manage costs.. although that didn't stop us from running a bill of more than 4000 HKD!
Here are some pics... (Viewer discretion advised - graphic images)
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| Along with the peanuts, some dried baby eel... or was it something else? Unfortunately, the veggies found out only too late that it wasn't fried noodles! |
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| The shrimps were delicious |
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| Mushrooms in full glory |
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| The squids were crunchy! |
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| As tasty as they looked, but hey, who had the stomach to find out? Best left to the veggies... |
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| An obscenely fat roast chicken |
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| Siddha loves his chicken |
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| Tired from the make out, the chicken takes rest |
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| A full crowd! |
The Iconic HK Cab
These Toyotas even have gear handles mounted on the steering column, just like our Premier Padmini Fiats in Mumbai!
Mesmerizing Hong Kong
Entering Hong Kong by ferry has to be the most mesmerizing moment of the tour...
Crazy At The Tower
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| View from the tower |
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| Across the river, China |
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| It starts to get interesting |
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| Varoon and Shantanoo dress up for the Bungy jump |
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| For 5 year old Sia, everything's game! |
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| Led to the gallows |
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| The final step |
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| The ladies join the fun... 700 feet above ground |
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| And it only gets crazier... |
Macau By Day
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| The "architectural" arena.. now a sad, lonely place, with all tourists staying put in the casino dens |
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| A typical Macau residential complex... modern chawls |
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| You guessed it... |
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| Colonial, Portuguese buildings in old Macau |
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| Naah, not Panaji... |
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| A typical street in old Macau - could be any where in India, right? |
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| Some things are universal, I guess |
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| Colorful Macau |
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| An album on Macau is incomplete without the signature ruins of St Paul's church. Although there's really very little to see there! Just an ordinary facade, built and destroyed twice by calamities |
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