Feb 2015 - The Club Mumbai

JANUARY-FEBRUARY-MARCH 2015
Come dine with us in 2015
Raise a toast to
the Anada Wine
Festival 2015
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Flavours of
Kerala at the
Waterside Café
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Celebrating
the Chinese
New Year at
Oriental Wok
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Dear Member,
Warm wishes to you & your family for a happy and prosperous New Year 2015!
Dinesh Khanna
Director
As you get back to routine and make those resolutions, we are pleased to welcome and introduce you to our new
trainers at The Gym. You can also try out something new like Zumba or Yoga.
Nishi Khanna
Executive Director
Please join us on a culinary journey at the Garden Grill, Oriental Wok & Waterside Café as Chef Qureshi offers you
nawabi delights, Chef Baid brings in the Chinese New Year at the Oriental Wok and we transport you straight to
Kerala at the Waterside Café. We also have a great big food & Wine celebration this year on Valentine’s Day with
the Anada Wine Festival 2015.
Hemanshu Joshi
Vice President - Finance
The children’s play area gets a new look with new activities and equipment to make their outdoors safe & fun. And
once again, we have the cutest event of the year with the return of – PAWS AT THE CLUB!
Rakesh Gurung
General Manager & Vice President
- Operations
As always, it is a joy to have you join in all the fun at The Club!
Tushar Khanna
Director – Operations
Bernard D’souza
Executive Assistant Manager
(Food & Beverage)
THE MANAGEMENT
24 The Club Champs
Young members gear up for a
crazy, fun-filled season ahead
08 Cover Story
Dine at the Garden Grill for a
heavenly experience
26 Momentous Happenings
Solve your venue woes with The
Club’s Banquet Halls & Bhavan’s Lawns
10 Updates
The magical Club membership
card!
30 Member Profile
Talking sport with tech whiz Divyank Turakhia
Editorial
Namrata D’souza
12 Anada Wine Festival 2015
The much loved wine festival is
back!
32 Travel
Go diving with the sharks in The
Bahamas with member Aniket Parikh
Digital Imaging
Vikas Padloskar
14 Health & Beauty
New looks and a new you are
guaranteed at Antara Spa and
Krimson Salon
34 Holiday Destination
TV stars Rohit and Manasi Joshi Roy
recount the splendid day spent at
Vivanta by Taj, Bekal
Marketing
Group Vice-President
Geetu Rai
080 25534105
Manish Almal
9819756800
16 Cuisine
Relish authentic Kerala dishes
and bring in the Chinese New Year at
the Oriental Wok
36 Gourmet Calendar
Walk in to foodie paradise!
Gujarat
Sanjay Chawda
98240 43072
Contents
04 My Story
Sujatha Duvvuri and Swarnali
Dasgupta discuss inspiring stories
Enrol your pets for various competitions at the Paws at The Club Season 2 for a gala time
Krishna Kumar
Executive Chef
Executive Publisher
Maneck Davar
Spenta Multimedia
Sr. Graphic Designer
Bharti Khule
Administration
Bobby Daniel
Published by Spenta Multimedia
on behalf of The Club.
20 Health Zone
38 Photo Gallery
Hit The Gym with our new trainers and A recap of all the activities at
get ready for a sporty season ahead
The Club in the last quarter
23 Sports Corner
The grand success of the first ever
national tennis event at The Club
Sarina Menezes
Vice President - Sales
and Marketing
40 Event Watch
Your event calendar for the season
For advertising queries and
bookings call: 022-24811023.
Also visit www.theclubmumbai.
The Club Mumbai,
197 D N Nagar, Andheri (W),
Mumbai 400 053
Tel: 022-66939999
BOARD OF ADVISORS AT THE CLUB
Dr. Ram S. Tarneja
Mrs. Farzana Contractor
Mrs. Rashmi Uday Singh
Dr. Narendra Pandya
Mr. Anil Harish
Mr. Nana Chudasama
Mrs. Meka Rajyalaxmi Rao
Mr. Ghanshyam Sheth
Mr. K.K. Nohria
Mr. S. K. Alagh
Mrs. Sabira Merchant
Mr. Kirit Damania
Mr. Udyan Bose
Mr. K.N. Gandhi
Mr. Sandip Shah
Mr. Ravi Chopra
Mr. Subhash K.D. Ghai
Mr. Rajpal Singh Chowdhury
Mr. Ajit G. Khimji
Mr. Gary Harilela
Mr. A.K. Bhalla
Mr. Sharad Patel
Mr. Ben Trivedi
Mr. Asif Adil
MY STORY
Skiing & life lessons
in the Alps
I
enjoy travelling and family
holidays with my husband
and children; it’s very rare
that I go anywhere without them.
My trip to France last February,
though—which was just the
second time I travelled without
family—started off as a fun
reunion with some of my friends
and ended up as a great learning
experience for me.
After meeting my friends in Paris,
I decided to spend time exploring
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small towns and found myself
in one of the Alpine towns in the
Chamonix region. A small village
surrounded by the Mont Blanc on
all sides with minimal stores and
bars, it’s a skiing destination with
ski slopes merging right into the
village—attracting tourists from
all over Europe. According to a
few people I met there, Indians
don’t usually explore this side of
France as Bollywood’s influence
means they would prefer going to
Switzerland instead. On visiting
Chamonix, I realised that there’s
so much more to France than just
Paris. I fell in love with the place
immediately and knew that I had
to bring my kids back here. It’s
a town where everyone knows
everyone; they are not crazy
about technology and gadgets,
there are no shopping malls or big
brands and by six in the evening
everyone retires to their homes to
spend time with their families. A
stark difference from the kind of
life children are exposed to in big
cities today.
I spent a week there doing yoga,
interacting with people, exploring
the village, trekking from one peak
to another and simply relaxing.
Locals of the town can be seen
skiing all day long and there were
children from various schools
across Europe on skiing trips, too.
It was a wonderful sight to
see youngsters get involved in
activities that wouldn’t need them
to use their iPads or phones. The
opportunity for cultural exchanges
is immense in this town and there
Sujatha Duvvuri, member
of The Club, tells us about
the surprise that awaited
her on her trip to France
and how it has now become
something she is passionate
to encourage in our youth.
is something for everyone to take
back home. As each day passed,
the desire to bring my children
as well as organise camps for
schools here in India became
stronger. It’s a safe place and
people look out for each other. I
would like the kids to experience
my camps. Being a mother, I have
tailored this programme based
on the several camps I have sent
my kids to. I also feel that parents
should encourage their children to
participate in such camps.
It is also an ideal location for
corporate leadership camps.
Our website is a work in progress
but, for more information please
visit www.adventedge.co.uk.
You can contact me at sujathad@
adventedge.co.uk
MY STORY
For a
Greater Purpose
It was in 2011 that member Swarnali Dasgupta ran
the ‘City to Sea’ marathon in Australia to raise funds
for the Cancer Society of Victoria. That was the day
she realised that each one of us in this world has a
greater purpose in life: to give back something to the
community we inhabit.
A
fter living life like neonomads for several years,
my husband’s job as the
Managing Director of J&J Medical
finally brought us back to Mumbai
in 2012. I pondered then between
the idea of going back to my
previous profession of scientific
research or sharing my time and
experiences with cancer-stricken
children from impoverished
backgrounds. It didn’t take much
time for me to settle for the latter.
My first day at the Tata Memorial
Hospital made me experience a
riot of emotions—the helplessness
of the naive parents, their financial
limitations and housing problems,
the pain of watching their child’s
body be ravaged by treatments
such as chemotherapy, etc. I didn’t
know where or how to start. I
soon found my step, though, and
started working in the OPD of
the hospital by lending a listening
ear to the patient’s family; I help
provide the right counsel, comfort
and guidance to patients and their
relatives in such needy times. I
am also accompany my expatriate
friends to spend time with
neglected and abandoned inmates
in a Byculla old-aged home. When
I visit them, I feel like a daughter
who is returning home to her
parents.
When The Club officials offered
their willingness to bring a smile
to the kids suffering from cancer
and to their care-givers by inviting
them to spend a fun-filled day at
The Club, they stole my heart.
Our little heroes who fight a battle
within their frail, under-nourished
bodies marched in with winning
smiles and twinkling eyes. They
left with a hope to live, to fight
and to move on in life. The Club
was also kind enough to hold a
party for the senior citizens with
great élan at Westburry’s. It still
amazes me to think how such a
simple gesture can make such a
huge difference in some people’s
lives. All that is needed is some
time, a kind heart a gentle touch
and I would like to invite all of
you to join me in whichever way
you can. 
Member Swarnali Dasgupta with Mumbai Connexions ladies
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COVER STORY
Text by Vaishali Fernandes &
Namrata D’souza
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Of starlit&dinners
heavenly food
Greeted by tall trees,
Victorian lamps and the
starry sky for a canopy—
dining at the Garden Grill
is said to be an absolutely
heavenly experience.
THE CHEF’S SPECIAL
 Musalam Raan
 Lucknowi Biryani
 Pathar Kebabs
 Moong Ghost
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n a starlit Sunday
night, a table was
set at Garden Grill
for our members
Mr. and Mrs. Sam Balsara, their
daughters Tanya and Lara and
their very close friends. Sam
Balsara and his family are old
members of The Club and as his
eldest daughter Lara confessed,
“It’s ‘home away from home’—
the cool winter weather, sitting
under the open sky, surrounded
by greenery, the delicious food
and excellent service— makes
every dinner here a memorable
one.” The Garden Grill restaurant
is one of their personal
favourites—the cool winter
weather, dining under open skies,
the delicious food and excellent
service, makes every dinner here
a memorable one.
For their dinner on Sunday, a
special menu was prepared by
our new Chef Mr. Ghulam Nabi
Qureshi. The fare began with
pre-plated starters, followed
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by some signature dishes of Chef
Qureshi that certainly tickled
everyone’s palate: Gulaam Pasand
Raan, Nakahaski Subzi, Dum ki
Daal and Lucknowi Murg Biryani.
All these dishes were accompanied
by some mouth-watering parathas
and naans, followed by interesting
dessert options in the form of Gulam
Pasand Shahi Tukda and everyone’s
favourite,Gajar ka Halwa. For Lara,
the dishes that stood out were the
Lasooni Prawns and Lucknowi
Murg Biryani for its typical
Lucknowi flavours and aroma.
Lara confessed that her family
and she do not eat typical Indian
meals often, but Garden Grill is a
restaurant that they really like to
visit and they relish the meals here.
They were also happy with Chef
Qureshi who brought with him
some newness to the menu. They
certainly went back with wonderful
memories of the evening; the food
satisfying them thoroughly and
were already seen planning their
next visit.
Chef Ghulam Nabi Qureshi hails
from Hazratganj in Lucknow and
comes from a family of chefs.
He is a progeny of the famous
Imtiaz Qureshi-launched iconic
restaurant ‘Dum Pukht’ in ITC.
He started his career at Krishna
restaurant under the guidance
of Chef Imtiaz Qureshi, who is
not only his guru but relative as
well. Chef Qureshi moved on to
five-star restaurants in the year
1979 and has never looked back
since. He was especially invited to
Ha’il city in Saudi Arabia where he
worked as a chef in the Prince’s
palace. He has also helped start
many restaurants in Mumbai. Chef
Qureshi is very happy to be a part
of the Garden Grill and it gives him
immense pleasure to prepare the
Awadhi feast for all members
and guests. 
Thank God it’s Friday will now
get a new definition, what
with The Club going all out in
pleasing your palates with its
BBQ Fridays at Poolside in
association with Weber. Picture
this: sitting by the pool relishing
some good ‘ol kebabs with
a glass of beer or wine—for
many, this is the kind of heaven
they dream of daily. And
making dreams come true is
the BBQ Fridays at Poolside at
The Club.
Give your weekend a fiery
start and simply revel in the
merriment that comes along
with good food and drinks.
From having kebabs and other
grilled items prepared live
by your table and dress code
themes to follow to soaking
in the atmosphere by being
entertained by live music
performances—BBQ Fridays
at Poolside is soon going to be
your favourite activity to indulge
in every month.
Sam Balsara with his family and friends
MEET THE NEW CHEF
BBQ FRIDAYS AT
POOLSIDE
Chef Qureshi
So leave all your work and
life stresses at the doorstep
and walk into paradise every
Friday from 7.30-11.30 PM.
Let the BBQ delicacies leave
you surprised and happy every
week as you enjoy them with
unlimited beer and wine and
some live music to boot. 
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UPDATES
Card benefits
D
idn’t you think credit/debits cards were simply magical the first
time the concept was introduced? Now, The Club looks to add to
your New Year fervour with some more magical cheer!
Your membership card can be used as a debit card at The Club! You
need not worry about carrying your bank debit or credit card anymore
and your children need not carry cash. Simply swipe your membership
card and pay your bills.
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REFILL YOUR CARD,
PLEASE CONTACT THE FRONT DESK ON
022 – 66939999.
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❱ Top up your permanent membership card for a minimum amount of
Rs. 1000 to a maximum of Rs. 25,000, and use at any of the outlets at
The Club.
❱ If your card is lost, the money will be transferred to the new card.
❱ Swipe for any amount. 
ANADA WINE CLUB
Anada
Wine
Festival
2015
Wine connoisseurs in
the city—rejoice! The most loved
and anticipated wine event, the
Anada Wine Festival, is back!
B
lock the date and save
the time: February 14,
2015, 4 p.m. onwards.
Make the day of love—
as it is known universally—all the
more sweeter this year by raising
a toast to the most looked-forwardto event by wine lovers across the
city, the Anada Wine Festival 2015.
a favourite among the members
and their guests for years. An
all day event, the ambience is
perfect for the entire family to
relax, sample wines, interact with
exhibitors and educate themselves
on the nuances of wines and wine
drinking. And this time, there’s
something for everyone!
SAY CHEERS!
Interactive sessions with food
and wine connoisseurs through
cookouts and wine tasting with live
entertainment acts will keep the
members engaged all day long. A
special Children’s Area will also
be created with activities like face
painting, playing in the bouncy
castle, getting tattoos made by a
tattoo artist, etc. arranged to keep
the little ones entertained.
The Anada Wine Festival this
year around looks to better the
previous ones through many
an added innovation. An annual
celebration that amalgamates
the finer aspects of wine drinking
while bringing to the fore a wide
range of activities that spell fun,
food and wine education, the
Anada Wine Festival has been
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KNOW THE WINES
A plethora of wines from
Anada Wine Club partners
Charosa, Fine wines n More,
Grover Zampa, Reveilo,
Fratelli, Chateau De Ori
and others as they present
their finest domestic and
international portfolios
for tasting.
KNOW THE CLUB
The Anada Wine Club was founded in
2004 by Mr. Dinesh Khanna and Mr.
Ranjan Kapur. The Wine Club aims to
promote and encourage wine appreciation
in environments that are conducive to
wine drinking. Anada Wine Club is a true
community of like-minded individuals who
increase their knowledge on the delicate art
of wine appreciation through this medium.
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HEALTH AND BEAUTY
Magical
months
lie ahead
Welcome the New Year by
presenting yourself with months of
relaxation and pampering. How?
Simply walk into Antara Spa.
Text by Namrata D’souza
Just for
YOU!
It’s raining offers this New Year
at the Krimson Salon and you
sure wouldn’t want to miss any!
▲ FOR YOUR FINGERS & TOES!
▲
Your hand and feet need all the pampering they
can get. Book three sittings of manicure and
pedicure sessions and get the fourth one free.*
LOVE YOUR LOCKS
Hair care at the Krimson is taken up a notch with
the L’Oréal Hair Spa packages. Book five sittings
of a L’Oréal Hair Spa and get the sixth one free.*
THE ULTIMATE GIFT OF
RELAXATION
JANUARY
Enter year 2015 relaxed and calm with this special
New Year’s Package:
 Antara Signature Massage
 Skeyndor Facial
 Body Scrub
 Manicure & Pedicure
Haircut
 Full Face Threading/Shave
FEBRUARY
Love is in relaxation. This Valentine’s Day
experience the bliss and serenity of Antara with
your partner through these special strawberry
treatments for couples at special rates.
 Strawberry Oil Massage: 60 minutes
 Strawberry Scrub: 30 minutes
 Strawberry Wrap: 30 minutes
 Rose & Milk Bath: 30 minutes
For details contact Ronak Jani – Antara Spa
Manager on 022-66117774
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Valentine’s Day is not just meant to celebrate love but to also look your stunning best while
doing so! Antara Spa introduces their Valentine’s Special Remy Laure’s ‘Black Mask facial
and full body de-tan package’ that will sort all your pre-Valentine’s beauty jitters. The Black
Moor Mud is extracted from the heart of the Earth, enriched by centuries of slow evolution
and protected from pollution. The facial includes facial cleansing and application of Remy
Laure Black Mask, while the full body massage includes the application of a massage balm,
a body massage and a Black Moor Mud body pack.
MOOR MASK
BRIGHTENING FACIAL:
45 minutes
• Facial cleansing and toning
• Application of Moor Mask
FULL BODY MASSAGE:
90 minutes
MOOR BACK MASK:
45 minutes
• Body Massage with Balm
For that beautiful back
• Application of Moor Mud
Body Pack
Valentine’s Special Packages
with special discounts
PACKAGE ONE: 3.5 HOURS
Full waxing (hands and legs)
Bleach
Facial
Manicure and Pedicure
Threading
▲
Valid for three months, all days
THE BEAUTY MASK
FAMILY AFFAIR
Parents, pay for your
haircut and tow away
with a free haircut for
your little one.
PACKAGE TWO: 3.5 HOURS
L’Oréal Hair Spa
Facial
Foot massage
Haircut and blow-dry
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CUISINE
Kerala
Flavours of
The freshness of coconuts, the tonguenumbing sharpness of the spices—come
February, the exotic mixture that is Kerala’s
cuisine will be on proud display at The Club.
You sure wouldn’t want to miss it!
FLAVOURS OF KERALA MENU
Vegetarian items:
Ulli theeyal
Eruseri
Pachakari kurma
Kadala karry
Kootukari
Thoren
Non-vegetarian items:
Meen Pollichadu
Kozhi varatti
Erachi ularthiadu
Sweet items:
Parippu Pradhaman
Paal ada
Rice item:
Malabar Moplah Biryani
Tiffin items:
Puttu
Malabar paratha
Text by Namrata D’souza
I
n a land that has earned the
famous moniker of being
God’s own country, that
its cuisine is absolutely divine
is a statement that needs no
justification. Kerala’s local cuisine
is markedly known for its richness
(provided by the generous
usage of coconuts) that blends
harmoniously with the pepper-hot
flavours of the spices used; the
pungency heightened by the use
of tamarind.
Gifted immensely by nature,
Kerala’s cuisine is heavily
influenced by locally-grown
products such as plantains, bitter
gourd, yam, colocasia, ash gourd,
etc. Its location along the coastline
means that along with vegetables,
seafood also forms a major chunk
of the staple diet here. Diverse
and intensely flavoured, it is this
authentic taste of Kerala that
The Club looks to bring to all this
February with its Southern Spice
Flavours of Kerala festival—
unmarred by foreign influences.
Start off with a tangy refreshing
drink of Kurumolagu thakkali
rasam that is a tomato and black
pepper rasam. Vegetarians can
then dig into a number of dishes
that glorify the locally produced
ingredients to the hilt. Meat lovers
must opt for the Kozhi mappas—
coconut milk base in which
chicken is cooked with onions,
tomatoes, green chillies, whole
spices, pepper and curry leaves.
There are Kerala tiffin items to
sample too, be it Idiappams or
Kallappams i.e. spongy griddle
cakes made with special toddy
fermented rice batter, flavoured
with garlic and cumin.
Intricate and detailed, local flavours
of Kerala are set to waft strongly
and deliciously around The Club.
Be sure to be there and indulge in
some divine goodness.
SOUTHERN
SPICE
FLAVOURS OF
KERALA FESTIVAL
6-16th February, 2015
at
Waterside Café
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CUISINE
With countries around the globe
celebrating the Chinese New Year,
can The Club be left far behind?
Oriental Wok at The Club will be
celebrating the Year of the Sheep
in its own unique, delicious way
with Chef Baid laying out a special
fare of the choicest oriental lamb
dishes. To be held from 19th
February-1st March, 2015, from
the décor to the menu, you shall be
transported straight to the Orient
and its New Year festivities at the
Oriental Wok. New to the Oriental
Wok, Chef Baid has quite a few
surprises for those who walk into
the restaurant during this period.
He looks to add a few of his
signature touches to the globally-
Celebrating
the
New Year!
Know all there is to know about the Year of the Sheep
and how the Chinese New Year will be celebrated in
grand style at the Oriental Wok.
Text by Namrata D’souza
T
he Lunar New Year or
Chinese Spring Festival—
starting February 19, 2015
and going on to February 7,
2016—has a history that spans
4,000 years and is one of the
biggest and grandest festivals of
the country. It is that time of the
year when families get together
and celebrate it in their own unique
and colourful style—festivities
include cleaning the house
thoroughly, offering candies,
beans, etc. as part of various
rituals and shopping, especially for
children.
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CHINESE NEW
YEAR
Festival at the Oriental Wok
19th February to 1st March
7 PM onwards
Vegetable and melon clear soup: Steamed mushrooms and
vegetables in whole baby melon.
Crispy garlic chick pea: Chick pea with dry garlic and herbal
salt.
Smoked fish fillet: Smoked grouper fillet with honey.
Sichuan ‘ma lak’ chicken: Deep-fried whole chicken with
sesame seeds in ‘ma lak’ sauce.
Black pepper lamb chops: Pan-fried lamb chops in black
pepper sauce.
Chicken chop noodles: Braised, home-made, thick noodles with
chicken in black pepper.
Vegetable curry noodles
Sweet and sour vegetable fried rice
Vastu Shastra and fortune-telling,
the Chinese Zodiac has a system
of predication based on the lunar
calendar where each year is
dedicated to an animal. The year
2015 that is now well and truly
underway is to be the Year of the
Sheep. And it looks like it is not just
the Chinese who are rejoicing. The
Royal Mint, the body permitted to
manufacture or mint the coins of
the United Kingdom, had earlier
last year unveiled a special coin to
celebrate the Year of the Sheep.
The coin—available in gold and
silver—features Chinese symbols
and the Yorkshire Swalendale
sheep.
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Now, much like Indian astrological
and cosmic beliefs, like that of
loved cuisine of the Orient and is
gearing up to floor one and all with
a wide range of vegetarian and
non-vegetarian dishes that are in
one word, scrumptious!
Welcome the New Year and all the
goodness that it will bring along in
true Oriental style with the Chinese
New Year fest at the Oriental Wok.
It’s time to celebrate! 
Chef Baid
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HEALTH ZONE
Meet the
TRAINERS
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They will guide you on your path to a
healthy, fit body this year. Read on to know
more about the trainers at The Gym and
why your health is indeed in safe hands.
A trainer since the last 15 years,
Klinton has trained many celebrities
and sportspersons, and managed as
well as set up corporate gyms himself.
Inclined towards sports and outdoor
activities since childhood, a series
of injuries led him to delve further
into the subjects of physical fitness
and human anatomy; his resolve to
become a physical trainer and guide
others in leading a fit life thus became
stronger. He works closely with a
physiotherapist and that makes him a
favourite among senior gym goers.
Fitness mantra: “Including fitness in
your lifestyle not only takes care of your
physical agility but also mental stability,
making you perform better in life.”
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Vishal was an avid sports enthusiast
right since childhood. He followed
his interest in sports and fitness by
turning it into a career, having achieved
certificates from Tulip International,
Australia and the International Sports
Sciences Association (ISSA), USA.
Known as the trainers’ trainer, being a
certified ISSA trainer is to be certified
by one of the highest authorities in the
fitness and health industry. Proficient in
massage therapies, Vishal truly believes
they prevent people from visiting a
doctor as they help keep injuries and
diseases at bay by improving a
person’s fitness.
Hailing from the city of Bengaluru,
Girish comes armed with truckloads
of experience in the field of fitness
and bodybuilding. Inspired by actors
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester
Stallone, Girish had been training
with weights since the age of 19. He
was part of the Indian Air Force for
20 years and has represented the IAF
in weightlifting and body building. A
gold medallist at the National Body
Building Championship, he has been
crowned ‘Mr. India’ twice.
Fitness mantra: “Complete fitness
i.e. flexibility, balance, strength and
stamina, is key. Working gradually in
order to be completely fit should be
one’s goal.”
Fitness mantra: “Fitness is a way of
living, so it is important that people
think of it as part of the larger picture
than as a short-term goal. Also, there
is no age to start becoming fitter.”
health zone
Cricket at night
The Club Tennis Tournament
Night Cricket is back so get your teams
together as we switch the floodlights on for
The Club’s Annual Night Cricket Tournament.
Swing your bat, throw yourself on the ground
to stop those runs, bowl those maiden overs—
set the child in you free.
Get those racquets out and meet up on the
courts for some competitive tennis. Enrol at the
Health Zone.
7-8th February, 2015
Open to members only
Sunday 25th January, 2015 | 5 PM onwards
Open to members and their guests. Enrol your
team at the Health Zone
Feisty fit!
&
There’s no better way to welcome the New Year
than by embracing it with fit, strong arms.
Participating in sports at The Club will help you
stick to your ‘get fit’ New Year resolutions.
Zumba your way to fitness
Zumba is happening! Zumba is fun! And it is a fab way
to get fit. Combining Latin and international dance moves
with aerobic exercises, Zumba is not just a fitness
workout regime, but in fact, a party. With fabulous music
and high energy, our Zumba licensed instructor
Michelle is great.
Join The Club’s feisty Zumba instructor Michelle every
Tuesday and Thursday at 10 am for a workout like
never before!
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SPORTS CORNER
Game,
set,
match!
The first ever national tennis tournament held
at The Club was a grand success!
Tennis in the country is reaching newer
heights and how!
Winners & Runners up of the All India Tennis Championship with esteemed
Guest of Honour – Director/Producer Mr. Vishal Bhardwaj.
Text by Anjan Viplav
F
rom watching Mahesh Bhupathi and
Leander Paes chest-bump their way to
tennis history to swooning over Sania
Mirza and Roger Federer play for the
same team in the recently held International
Premier Tennis League—tennis in India has
come a really long way. More and more
youngsters are looking to take up the sport not
just as a hobby but as a career choice, too.
Recognising this change in the Indian sports
landscape, The Club decided to conduct its first
All India Event in tennis that attracted over 128
entries from across the country. The event was
a treat to The Club’s tennis fraternity who were
witness to some exceptional tennis talent on
offer; the youngsters who participated were
involved in rallies that just did not seem to end!
We had 10 participants from our performance
academy, out of which four achieved national
ranking while one dominated the Boys’ Singles
event.
Award-winning film director, writer,
screenwriter, producer, music composer and
playback singer as well as tennis enthusiast,
Vishal Bhardwaj was the guest of honour who
distributed prizes to the young champions. This
event consolidates The Club’s position as the
epicentre of tennis in Mumbai with its state-ofthe-art infrastructure. 
ATOP THE PODIUM!
Boys’ Under-14:
Girls’ Under-14:
Rahul Verma bt Arjun Jashnani 3-6, 7-5, 7-5
Swarda Parab bt Sudipta Kumar 6-1, 6-1
Special Prize Boys:Nathan Menezes
Special Prize Girls: Twisha Pradhan
THE CLUB’S TENNIS CHAMPS!
A list of those who are part of The Club’s Tennis Academy:
 Sanyem Jain
 Akash Gandhi
 Vishnu Suresh
 Aryan Bhave
 Ahaan Shah
 Darren Pereira
 Nathan Menezes
 Rahul Verma
 Aahir Hathangadi
 Twisha Pradhan
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YOUNG MEMBERS
FUN
TIME
THE CLUB CHAMPS HAVE
THE TALENT
Saturday, 31st January | 4pm onwards
Hey Club Champs, it’s time for the world to see
your talent. Dance, music or mimicry, it could be
anything that sets you apart from others. Show us
what makes you special and your unique talent can
win you exciting prizes. Forms will be available at
the reception from 5th January.
READING CIRCLE ACTIVITIES
Saturday,
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
at The Library
Open to children from 7 years and above.
CANDLE MAKING
WORKSHOP
KITE DECORATION
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
3rd January: Activity Time – Plan New Year’s resolutions and
decorate them
7th February: Activity Time – Make Pin Board Stickers
21st February: Movie Time – Watch ‘A Bugs Life’
28th February: Movie Time – Watch ‘The Little Mermaid’
17th January: Movie Time – Watch ‘The Lion King’
24th January: Activity Time – Decorate the ‘Indian Flag’
JANUARY
31st January: Story Time – ‘Grumph the Rocking Horse’
SPORTS CORNER
FIT KIDS: PARENT CHILD
BONDING BOOTCAMP
SUNDAY BRUNCH ACTIVITIES
Sunday,
12:30 pm to 3:00 pm
at the Waterside Café
4th January: New Year’s special, ‘Gift Box
Making’
11th January:Jewellery Making
18th January:Makar Sankranti special, ‘Creative
Kite Making’
25th January:Republic Day special, ‘Badge
Making’
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1st February: Foam animals
8th February: Eco-friendly paper bag
making
12th February: Valentine’s Day Special,
‘Wind Chime Making’
22nd February:Quelling on Envelope
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10th January: Activity Time – Decorate ‘Paper Lantern’
Wednesday, 14th January
4 pm onwards at the Main Lawns
This Makar Sankranti, decorate your kites with beads,
flowers and shells—come with friends and family to
decorate and fly kites and celebrate this joyous festival
with some yummy til ladoos.
Friday, 6th February
5.30 to 7 PM
Candle-making is an art that fascinates both
children and adults alike. With The Club’s Candle
Making Workshop, learn how to make patterns
on candles at a workshop filled with loads of
fun and learning. All materials will be provided.
Register your names at the Reception to be part
of this exciting workshop.
Open to children from 6 years and above.
FEBRUARY
BLING YOUR BIKE
14th February
Draw inspiration from the Lance
Armstrongs and Victoria Pendletons
of the cycling world, get your bicycles
out and compete with friends to be the
first to cross the finish line.
Open to children from 6 to 14 years of
age (For members only).
7th January
The best way for a parent to bond with their
child is to play with them and The Club has
plans for those of you looking to reconnect
with your young ones. Come bond with your
child in this fun, action-packed bootcamp.
Team up with your child and run, jump, race
and play in a fun workout that will take parents
back to their childhood and the kids will be
thrilled to see their parents in action with
them. Enjoy the simple things of life.
ROLLER KIDS
10th January | 4 PM onwards
Strap on those skates and hit the asphalt! For the physically agile
youngsters, roller skating is a sport that is not just exciting but proves to be
a great way to exercise, too.
Open to children from 6 to 14 years of age (Members and guests).
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EVENTS
MOMENTOUS
& HAPPENINGS
HAPPENINGS
For that
Perfect occasion!
THE CLUB BANQUETS
Be it mehendi, sangeet, wedding, reception or birthday;
corporate meetings, seminars, workshops or official dinner
parties, The Club provides the perfect venue for all kinds of
formal and informal events. The Club’s mammoth banquet
halls are a one-stop-shop for all your banqueting needs.
Win the hearts of your guests with the delectable cuisine on
offer—Indian, Chinese, Continental and Thai—and experience
unmatched hospitality and excellent service that will keep you
coming back for more. You can also choose from the nine
extravagant venues of varied sizes to suit your needs. The
dinner prices start at R1,000 (exclusive of taxes) per person.
Making this the most memorable event for you and your guests
is what The Club looks to strive for. Our Banquets team always
has their party hats on!
You can get in touch with the team via – Call: 022-66939999
Email: bqts@theclubmumbai.com
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A venue makes all the
difference in turning
your event or occasion
from ‘so-so’ to ‘oh-soawesome!’ Read on to
find out how The Club has
just the answer to your
occasion venue woes.
MOMENTOUS HAPPENINGS
BHAVANS LAWNS
Spread over five lusciously manicured acres of greens, divided into two lawns capable of accommodating
more than 1,500-2,000 persons each, Bhavans Lawns is the ideal location to host the perfect wedding,
reception or dinner party, and that’s not all.
The Club Banquets team will be with you every step of the way—right from booking and planning to managing
your entire function through its panel of decorators who have created many a memorable event. The Food and
Beverage team promises excellent service and cuisine options exclusive to your tastes and preferences that
are second to none. Live counters, buffets, traditional cuisine or international cuisine—unique menu options for
your guests and you can be created at the drop of a hat. The Club looks to ensure that every detail—no matter
how big or small—is executed to your liking, making your special day as wonderful and flawless an experience
as it should be.
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You can reach The Club Banquets on 022-66939999
Bhavans Campus: Munshi Nagar, behind The Club Mumbai, Andheri (West), Mumbai – 400058
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MEMBER PROFILE
Talking
sport
tech whiz
with the
Tell us about your experience learning tennis at The Club.
One of the main reasons to join The Club was to get in shape and
lead an active and fit life. When I first visited The Club and got
acquainted with the facilities here, I knew I wanted to become a
member and immediately enrolled for tennis coaching. I am fortunate
to have found the best coach in Anjan. I also train and play with
coaches in Dubai and Los Angeles since I travel and live there as
well. But I find Anjan by far the best in terms of his technical skills
and coaching abilities. He will show you videos of you playing to
explain where you went wrong so that those areas can be corrected
and improved upon.
Meet Divyank Turakhia, our young, dynamic member
who at the age of 16 became known as the youngest
serial entrepreneur. Starting his career at the age of 14
as a freelance internet consultant, he co-founded Directi
when he turned 16 years of age. We met him for a têtêa-têtê at the Waterside Café along with his tennis coach,
Anjan Viplav, and got to know his sporty side.
Text by Vaishali Fernandes
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Was there any particular reason for you to have chosen
tennis?
Tennis is a very interesting sport. It involves a lot of technical knowhow and I thought this was the best sport to learn. It’s also very good
for overall fitness. I also believe that it’s very important to get your
fundamentals right in whatever you do. I apply this to everything in
my life. So when I decided to play tennis, I wanted to learn about it
and the technicality of the game first, so that I learn the game well.
We hear that you are also very passionate about flying.
That’s true. It’s my favourite hobby apart from scuba diving. I learnt
flying at Santa Monica, Los Angeles. It’s easier to learn abroad than
in India because of the regulations, etc.
Were you always interested in sports and adventure activities?
I was never the sporty kind; in fact, I never played a sport in school.
I never found much interest in it and would always run away to the
computer lab.
You started your career at the age of 14 as a freelance
internet consultant for large businesses. Would you say
starting out young was an advantage?
Age is not really a factor when you want to learn something.
However, starting young does have its own advantages; you have
more energy, are ready to take risks and are more open to trying
new things.
Anjan Viplav, Tennis Coach at
The Club, shares his thoughts
about Divyank:
“There are many members
who just play the game
casually. They do not really
spend time in learning. But
Divyank was clear from the
very beginning that he wanted
to first learn the sport. He
wanted to know everything
about the game.”
What would you attribute your success to?
I am not afraid of failure. It is a part of everything we do
and it’s only through failures that we learn. I believe you
should never give up, never stop trying. Try a different
approach, look at alternative solutions, but don’t give up.
Most importantly, constantly update yourself and be ready to
try new things.
How does being a young entrepreneur reflect in your
company, on your employees, etc.?
You succeed in life only through constant learning,
discovering new ideas, adopting fresh approaches and all
this reflects in the work culture adopted in the company. It’s
a youth-friendly atmosphere and the staff is always ready to
learn.
What message would you like to share with young
entrepreneurs who are venturing out?
Success is not based on the dollars you earn, but on the
quality of life you live. Do what makes you happy. If there’s
something that doesn’t make you happy, don’t do it. Figure
out what you are passionate about and how much risk
you’re willing to take. When it’s your own business, it’s much
tougher—you need to be committed, willing to give long
hours and be flexible. Most importantly, make the best use of
the time that you have in hand. Make time for family, friends,
relaxation, rejuvenation, hobbies, etc. that help to increase
productivity and find solutions. A tired mind and a hectic life
will not allow that.
Do you have a message for the parents of today’s
generation?
I was a very naughty child in school, probably a nightmare
for my teachers and parents. However, my parents always
supported me. I believe that your performance in school
does not determine who you are and how successful your
life will be. You can succeed only if you are passionate and
you need to find your passion and excel in it. Children should
be given the freedom and space to realise and choose what
their passion in life is.
TRAVEL
Diving
The Bahamas
IN
Aniket Parikh—a 23 year old, young and
adventurous member of The Club—is
someone for whom meeting sharks in
the wild was a bucket-list activity he
had to cross off. Having looked up dive
spots around the east coast of America,
he recounts his memorable trip where he
greeted the big fishes in all their ferocity.
M
y search for adventure
was answered when I
came across UNEXSO
(Underwater Explorers
Society) in the Grand Bahamas
Island, Bahamas. The objective
of my trip to this beachy paradise
was to dive, and there is no better
place to do this than UNEXSO—the
world’s first diving resort that offers
the safest and most varied services
in The Bahamas. You can learn
how to dive, night dive, shark dive,
snorkel and much more.
DIVING WITH DOLPHINS
As a certified PADI Advanced
Diver, I opted to do the Shark
Dive and the Dolphin Dive during
my time there. The dolphin dive
starts at dawn with the mammals
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having been trained to follow the
boat and jump in the wake left
behind, resulting in a playful and
magnificent companion show.
On reaching the dive site, the
instructor descended first, with
the rest of the team following him
to the sand bank. Once there, he
partook in some drills with us such
as dancing with the dolphin, riding
the dolphin, spinning, swimming
and kissing – we did all this 40feet under sea level while being
strapped in a full scuba suit. After
the drills, I was given some time to
play with the dolphins around the
corals, swim with them and play
hide-and-seek behind the leaves,
only to realise that the air in my
tank was a limiting factor and I had
to return.
MEETING & GREETING
SHARKS
After a siesta and tangy lunch, I
returned for the Shark Dive that is
limited to only 10 people. As soon
as some of the Caribbean Sharks
(the largest I saw was around 5
ft long) are spotted, you descend
into the water and get into a
kneel-down position for the rest of
the dive. It is important here that
you are able to regulate your air,
especially in high-stress situations,
and that you don’t flap around in
the water to maintain your balance/
posture as a protruding hand could
be misunderstood as bait by the
sharks.
Once everyone is lined up side-by-side in the kneeling
position and the safety divers have gained position
behind you, the instructor descends in a chain mail
suit/metal armored suit with a tank full of bait for the
sharks. He began by attracting a shark or two in the
nearby region, and before I knew it, that number had
grown to around 25-30; there were sharks gliding right
over my head, between my legs or right above my
shoulder. The instructor then tried to put a shark into
sleep state by rubbing the pointed section of its nose.
He succeeded after a couple of attempts and held the
shark by its nose and dorsal fin and brought it to each
one of the divers to touch and stroke.Now that was an
experience I wasn’t expecting! To conclude the dive,
the instructor walked away from our line to a safe
distance and allowed us to ascend, before he stopped
feeding and returned to the boat.
It was scary and nerve-wrecking, but nonetheless an
experience I highly recommend. Make sure to carry a
GoPro to capture all the underwater action! 
WELCOME TO THE BAHAMAS!
An island country dotted with around 700 islands,
cays and islets in the Atlantic Ocean, The Bahamas
is an explorer’s haven—from sailing around the
Abacos’ history-filled Loyalist Cays and partying
till dawn at Paradise Island’s over-the-top Atlantis
resort; from diving the spooky blue holes of Andros
and kayaking the 365 Exuma Cays to lounging on
Eleuthera’s pink-sand beaches. There is never a
dull moment spent among the silvery-green sands
and waters of this charming archipelago.
GET THERE: The largest airports in The Bahamas
are at the capital Nassau on New Providence and
Freeport on Grand Bahama that are well connected
by flights from all major Indian metros.
THINGS TO DO: Water sports, ocean kayaking,
diving with dolphins and sharks, visit the Pirates of
Nassau Museum and National Art Gallery of The
Bahamas.
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HOLIDAY DESTINATION
Vivanta…
While at
Manasi & Rohit Roy
Paradise!
A day in
M
anasi Joshi
Roy believes
that instead of
holidaying abroad,
one must first explore the
many beautiful facets of
India—the different cities,
culture and cuisine at each
place, etc. Her recent trip with
her husband Rohit Roy was to
Kerala, which she confesses
is by all means ‘God’s own
Country’ as the Tourism Board
claims, and while there,
she spent a day at our very
own Vivanta by Taj at Bekal,
Kerala.
This is your first visit to
Vivanta by Taj, Bekal. What
led to your impromptu visit
there?
A: I love travelling and
exploring the various cities
and towns of India. I’ve
wanted to visit Kerala since
long and the next day within
an hour, we found ourselves
in the State that the tourism
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board claims is ‘God’s
own Country’, a statement
justified once you get there.
We heard of Vivanta by Taj,
Bekal through the posters
and mailers at The Club and
decided to stay there.
What do you have to say
about the look and feel of
the resort?
A: We loved the design and
architecture of the resort. It
has a very Balinese feel to it,
but with an Indian touch. We
stayed in a beautiful villa with
a plunge pool; an outdoor
bathtub and shower area with
a room that opened out onto
the backwaters. We didn’t get
to explore the place much,
though, because of time
constraints.
How did you spend your 24
hours at Vivanta?
A: We were there for
precisely 24 hours and they
have undoubtedly been some
of the best hours of my life.
We felt at home the moment
we reached there. What we
really did was eating and
swimming and walking by the
backwaters. I wish we had
more than 24 hours
there because there’s so much
to do. I am definitely going
back there and hopefully,
soon. I want to go kayaking,
cycling and visit the Jiva
Grande Spa too. I also loved
the library a lot; especially the
fireplace that makes the room
so warm and cosy.
Tell us about your dining
experience at Vivanta.
A: When I travel, I love to
experience the local culture
of that place, especially
the cuisine. When you visit
5-star resorts and hotels, it’s
very difficult to experience
authentic local cuisine. But at
Vivanta, it was different. We
enjoyed the authentic Malabar
fare put up by Chef Ashok and
Television stars Rohit Roy
and his wife Manasi Joshi
Roy had recently visited the
charming State of Kerala.
We catch up with Manasi and
ask her to give us a firsthand
account of her experience of
staying at the breathtaking
Vivanta by Taj, Bekal.
Text by Vaishali Fernandes
Chef Mrinalini. I would give a
10/10 to our dining experience
there. The prawns, especially,
were excellent. We enjoyed
spending time in the Bar, too.
For breakfast, I especially
loved the idiappams with egg.
We got personalised attention
from the staff there—they
serve you with a smile and
that itself makes your stay a
happy one.
Would you recommend
Vivanta by Taj, Bekal, to
others?
A: I have already started
recommending it to my
friends and family and have
publicised it through my
blog. This one day trip was
just a preview. I will plan
a visit to the resort soon
with my daughter. I would
like to expose her to the
beauty that Kerala holds and
the wonderful hospitality
experience at Vivanta by
Taj, Bekal. 
L
ying 16 kms south of Kasargod town,
Bekal is a tranquil and beautiful place on
the South-western tip of India. Due to
time constraints Mansi Joshi Roy couldn’t
explore the region much. So we decided to
make her and everyone else’s job easier by
telling you just what exactly you must go for
when you touch base at Bekal.
BACKWATERS: Kerala is synonymous with
backwaters and should most certainly be
on your checklist while planning a holiday
to this state. Cruise along the backwaters of
Valiyaparamba (four rivers that give way to
this network of waterways) in your very own
Kettuvallam or a traditional houseboat that
offers a panoramic view of the coconut groves.
To explore the cleanest backwater destination,
BRDC has introduced boating facilities such as
houseboats from Kottappuram (near Nileshwar)
for the benefit of tourists.
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BEKAL FORT: The Bekal
fort, which is 300 years old,
is of great historical and
archaeological interest and
runs into the sea with a fine
bay. Spread over 40 acres
of land and withstanding the
rough waves, it is the largest
fort in the state of Kerala.
Take in the experience of
water tanks with its flight of
steps, the tunnel, magazine
for keeping ammunition
and the broad wide steps
that lead to the Observation
Tower. A tented camping
accommodation is also
provided at the coconut
plantation at this beach area.
CYCLING TOUR: One of the
best ways to explore the 26
acres of land at Vivanta is to
enjoy its beauty via a bicycle
ride. Go slow to revel in its
magical charm, speed up to
feel the breeze or simply stop
to savour the moment in quiet
seclusion. You can cycle past
the villas and rooms and ride
along the backwaters, too,
like a carefree child.
KERELA SADHYA: No
holiday is complete without
enjoying the local, authentic
taste of Kerala. Sadhya,
or feast is a variety of
vegetarian dishes traditionally
served on a banana leaf.
Prepared with farm fresh
ingredients and vegetables,
steamed red par-boiled
rice, spiced lentil gravy
preparations, yoghurt thinned
out and seasoned with
rai and curry leaves—it’s
a perfect meal to savour
here. At Vivanta, the Chef
pays a sublime tribute to
the ingenuity of the Kerala
kitchen with the Sadhya. 
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GASTRONOMIA
TASTE OF INDIA
VALENTINE SPECIAL
DELICIOUS DOSAS
PUNJABI TADKA
SING A SONG OF LOVE
One of the more popular dishes from
South India known for its simplicity and
versatility, dosas find takers from across
the country. Stuffed with varied
scrumptious fillings, twisted and turned
into different shapes, the three-week long
dosa promotion at The Club will satisfy
every dosa fantasy you ever had!
At Waterside Café
10th January to 1st February
4 PM to 9 PM
Hearty, warm and mouth-watering, fill your
plates with some of the choicest Punjabi
dishes, including the classic Sarson ka saag
and contemporary dishes like Bhutteyan di
seekh, Amritsari tawa pamplet, Masalewalian
chaampan, etc.
At Garden Grill
10th January to 1st February (SaturdaySunday)
7 PM onwards
Begin your Valentine’s Day celebrations a day earlier—join The
Club in a pre-Valentine’s Karaoke Evening and serenade your
lover with songs that are special to you both. Soak in the mushy
atmosphere, be entertained by live performances and make
best use of all the couple food and beverage discounts on offer.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
At Westburry’s
13th February
7 PM onwards
HAPPY REPUBLIC DAY!
Don your patriotic colours and celebrate
India’s Republic Day by recognising the
immense diversity the country exudes,
especially in terms of food. A buffet spread
with traditional Indian cuisine from across
the length and breadth of the country, chaas/
lassi counters to round off this delectable fare
and a special kids’ corner to keep the young
ones occupied—Republic Day celebrations
at The Club just got more special!
At Waterside Café
26th January
12 noon to 3 PM
FOR THE LOVE OF DESSERTS!
Shower your partner with some sweet love all through
Valentine’s week with the help of the Pastry Shop.
From heart-shaped strawberry cakes to sinful pastries and
more—expressing love just got sweeter!
At Patisserie
9-15th February
7.30 AM to 9.30 PM
Welcome to
FOODIE PARADISE
Ring in the New Year with lip-smacking indigenous and global treats
to kick off year 2015 in true foodie style.
EXOTICA!
SAVOURY TREATS
SIZZLING DELIGHTS
GRILLED TO PERFECTION!
It’s time to add a hint of flame to your food choices this year.
For those who swear by everything oriental when it comes to
cuisine, the Oriental Wok invites you to gorge on traditional Orient
favourites that are garnished with a sizzling touch.
At Oriental Wok
10th January to 1st February
Dinner, 7 PM onwards
Nothing can make your weekend as perfect as a hot platter of
the choicest kebabs available and a glass of chilled beer.
Soft ghazals and grilled foods’ favourite accompaniment—a
glass of ice-cold beer will help you forget your weekly work
woes and relax in the pleasantness of the evening as you wolf
down delicious grilled veggies and meat preparations.
At Garden Grill
7th February to 1st March (Saturday-Sunday)
Dinners only
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Have your fill of some of
the most delicious, variedly
stuffed puffs and patties you
could ever lay your hands
on during The Club’s Puffs
& Patties Promotion. ‘Tis the
season for savoury delights
indeed!
At Patisserie
10th January to 1st February
12 noon to 9 PM
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10. Village theme Diwali exhibition
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11. Fun riders – Children’s Fun-Fair
12. Little bakers at Play – Cake mixing
13. Stalls by Kids at the Fun-Fair
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14. Juggler at his best – Fun-fair
15. Find me – Stall by Member Shonali Soni &
daughter Arshia
16. Let the fun begin
17. Little champs shake-a-leg 11
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Zip through the Line into the water – Adventure
Sports
2, 6. Boot camp by Edgar
3.
Little sumo wrestlers
4.
Cricket fun
5.
Climbing high on the Rock
7.
Members Shubha & Susir Kumar, Rochelle & Manish
Chabbria, Parul & Chetan Narain have a gala time at
the Diwali Party
8.
Party Rocker – Piyush & the Fine Tuners
9.
Little rapper of The Club
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EVENTS WATCH
Fun &
Festivities!
PAWS AT THE
CLUB - SEASON
2
Bring your baby, your best friend
to The Club and let them indulge
Save the date: 10th January,
in some good ol’ canine fun! The
2015
Club invites your dog for a walk
Time: 4 PM
and outing amidst its spacious
Venue: Main Lawns
green lawns. Enrol him/her for WellGroomed, Best Dressed and Great
Personality competitions. Registration
forms will be available at the Reception from
1st January, 2015.
Your event calendar for
the season ahead.
LOHRI
FESTIVAL
PARTY
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The Club celebrates this festival with great fervour by lighting a
bonfire, serving traditional Punjabi delicacies accompanied by music
and the right décor that is in sync with the festivities. So bring along
your family and friends to dance and spread the happiness of the
harvest festival, while indulging in delicious Punjabi treats.
Makar Sankranti is among the most auspicious occasions
for Hindus and is celebrated in almost
all parts of India. Here, at The Club,
celebrate Makar Sankranti and fly
MAKAR
SANKRANTI
high. Explore your creative side at
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the kite-making stalls and win loads
Save the date: Wednesday,
of prizes in kite races. All this with
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enjoyable music in the background
Time: 4 PM onwards
and delicious live food counters.
Venue: Main Lawns
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Celebrate the festival of
colours at The Club. Join
our Holi celebrations that
are accompanied with
music, a lavish buffet
spread and a blazing
bonfire that is lit amidst
the lush greenery. This
colourful evening will
surely take you by surprise. Book your
table at The Garden Grill to be a part of
this fun-filled evening!
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Save the date: 11th January,
2015
Time: Dinner only
Venue: Garden Grill
HOLI
PARTY
Save the date: 6th
March, 2015
Time: 8 PM onwards
Venue: Garden
Grill