The city - sliced, diced and served with a dash of sauce
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Can and able
A man stacks empty drinking water cans by a storefront at P D’Mello Road near Masjid Bunder.
Indian art has a new king
Yashoda and Krishna, 1890, Raja Ravi Varma. Pic Courtesy/Saffronart
Records tumbled and jaws dropped at the recently concluded Spring Auction of the city-auction house, Saffronart, on Wednesday. The sale of Raja Ravi Varma’s (right, inset) Yashoda and Krishna for an astounding Rs 167.2 crore set a new benchmark for the highest value of modern Indian art ever at an auction, surpassing MF Husain’s Untitled (Gram Yatra) that went under the hammer for Rs 118 crore in 2025.
Commenting on the acquisition, Dr Cyrus S Poonawalla observed, “This national treasure deserves to be made available for public viewing periodically, and it will be my endeavour to facilitate this going forward.” “Great art has a way of reaffirming its timeless value. It is not just a milestone for the market, but a powerful reminder of the enduring cultural and emotional resonance of Indian art,” added Minal Vazirani (left), president and co-founder, Saffronart.
First run, then read
The group after their first run. Pics Courtesy/@nerulreads
The word is out: There is a new running club for residents of Nerul, meant to nudge beginners in particular. Nerul Runs, an offshoot of Nerul Reads, grew out of casual park meet-ups near Seawoods Lake. Founder Aditi Mathur told this diarist, “The idea made sense when a few members wanted to start running together.
Aditi Mathur
Most clubs nearby are in Kharghar or Panvel, and the minimum distance is usually five kilometres, which can be daunting for beginners.” The group will now meet for easy Saturday morning runs, with Sunday evenings set aside for reading.
You’ll see ’em rolling
Neurodiverse participants at a cycling session
IF you pass by the BMC Skating Ground in Borivali on Sunday, you might spot a delightful sight. The community initiative SAHA, with assistance from a few private members and groups, is organising Rolling Together, a roller-skating competition for neurodiverse individuals across the city.
The rollerskating session will feature competitive races. Representation pic/istock
Conducted in the inline and quad skating segments, the race will be held across the 200, 400 and 600m category. “We had previously held cycling sessions, cricket matches, as well as guided trails for individuals on the spectrum, and with other neurodiversity members.
Most of them possess good motor skills, and gain confidence by such competitions. While there are some beginners, most of them have been training for a few years now,” shared co-founder (above) Aarti Parikh.
Lisa’s Lanka enters Bandra
A February in Bandra has certainly made an impact on chef Lisa Sadanah. The head chef and partner of the Panjim-based The Jaffna Jump now has a space on Linking Road, Lisa’s Lanka, that will be the neighbourhood’s new Sri Lankan bar and bistro.
The chef had made a foray in the city in February when she hosted a pop-up at The Penang Table. “I saw an opportunity when what started as an extension of The Penang Table’s journey across the Asian belt evolved into a concept of its own. One that would give Sri Lankan cuisine the spotlight it truly deserved,” shared restaurateur Kishore DF.
Karuppu Mutton Hopper
The new bistro will showcase the chef’s Sri Lankan repertoire through a tapas-style menu, and punchy flavours. Varuval Fried Rice, Ceylon Fried Chicken, Soft Shell Crab and Hoppers will be paired with cocktails highlighting island ingredients, as well as Ceylon arrack.
Lisa Sadanah
“Lisa’s Lanka is a heartfelt celebration of Sri Lanka’s rich culinary heritage, brought to life in the vibrant spirit of Bandra. We aim to create an immersive experience where every dish and detail tells a story of culture, flavour, and warmth,” shared Sadanah.
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