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The magic of Peruvian Cuisine Part I Few countries on this planet are gifted with the amazing geographical diversity than Peru, a remote Latin American country,  washed by the Pacific Ocean. And nothing else reflects so beautifully and vibrantly its charming diversity, than its unique cuisine.    From the snow-capped Andes mountain range and desertContinue reading “A Delicious Dabble”

But the ‘piece de resistance’ of the evening was this symphony written by the Czech composer Antonín Dvořák. The composition that was conceived and executed in just five weeks between June 15 and July 23, 1875 was first performed almost 150 years ago in Prague. Symphony No. 5 in F major,Op. 76 Considered Dvořák’s mostContinue reading “An Evening At The New York Philharmonic Orchestra-Part III”

The newly renovated David Geffen Hall, next to Lincoln Center in Manhattan is a feast for eyes as well as the ears. It is warm and welcoming, particularly on a freezing February evening. It has been a venue for enjoying the eclectic mix of beloved musical works of the old masters as much as theContinue reading “An Evening at The New York Philharmonic Orchestra-Part II”

Part I Music is as primal an instinct as breathing itself. In fact, the breathing, and therefore, in turn life, is a play of rhythm and coordinated cadence. And as civilisations evolved and grew in various parts of the planet, the music simultaneously found expression in countless ways. Vocal music and instrumental music,  ensemble ofContinue reading “An Evening at The New York Philharmonic Orchestra”

As I sit in front of mirror Looking at my grey hair and receding hairline My wrinkled face, the wasting skin Sinking eyes and pale cheeks Memories of my childhood float In a cascade of images! Then, the world was so different Full of laughter and fun Going to Barber shop was A chore resented,Continue reading “At The Barber Shop”

Few things in recent past have stirred our minds, ignited our inquiry and whetted our curiosity as much as ChatGPT. Technologists, scholars, academicians, artists, musicians, writers, journalists, students, and of course governments, there is no section of society that is not talking about it. Since, its launch in November last year. millions across the worldContinue reading “ChatGPT-The New Human?”

The River Hudson River is the life line of New York. To imagine New York without Hudson that runs languidly through the state and encircles the island of Manhattan, is like painting a soulless, lifeless canvas. Originating in the Adirondack Mountains it  flows southward in the eastern United States but primarily in New York forContinue reading “The Man Who Gave Hudson Her Name”

The Flavourful Feast at Ilili The Place Known for its authentic Lebanese cuisine; and warm, inviting ambience, Ilili is located on the 5th Avenue, the heart of  of Manhattan, New York. It is famous for its innovative take on classic Lebanese dishes, offering a unique twist on familiar flavors that synthesizes the essence of LebaneseContinue reading “A Taste of Lebanese Cuisine-Part III”

Lebanese cuisine often invokes the landscape, the people, the flora and fauna of their homeland, their seasons and their festivals. And a people who have been victims of a civil strife for several decades, when displaced from home, passionately adhere to memories, the tastes, the colours, the aromas, the textures of their homeland and whatContinue reading “A Taste of Lebanese Cuisine- Part II”

A Fine Dining Experience at ‘ILILI’, New York Part I ‘Ilili’ in Lebanese language means ‘Tell Me’. The fact that I am tempted to tell you about this remarkable restaurant, amply justifies its name. It claims, and proudly lives up to its claim, of serving creative gastronomic delights that  tingle and titillate your palate; andContinue reading “The Lure and Love of Lebanese Food”