It's that time of the year when brothers and sisters renew their vows. To be there for each other, protect and symbolically reaffirm the sentiment with the tying of the scared Rakhi thread which holds the promise and cheer of continued allegiance
It's that time of the year when brothers and sisters renew their vows. To be there for each other, protect and symbolically reaffirm the sentiment with the tying of the scared Rakhi thread which holds the promise and cheer of continued allegiance
Rakhis and thalis
Ganesha to guide
Tired of tying the traditional rakhi, get a different one for your brother this time. A Ganesha can bring good luck for him while the coloured strings will enhance the desired look. Show him that you care and make it a fun-filled and a memorable bonding.
At: Amrapali stores
Price: On request
Treasure forever
Add a sparkle to the divine bond you share with your brother, pick a rakhi from the unique collection of diamond-studded 18 karat gold rakhis by Sparkles. You can choose a idol or any design of your choice which will be accompanied by a authenticity certificate.
At: All Shoppers Stop outlets, Big Bazaar and Gold Souk (Gurgaon)
Price: Rs 1,499 onwards
Sparkling silver
Tie a silver rakhi on your brother'su00a0 wrist year to make him feel special. You can choose different designs like flowers et al with the sacred thread or moli. You can even knot him a bracelet that he can wear forever.
At: Ravissant at New Friends Colony and Emporio Mall, Vasant Kunj
Price: Rs 900 to Rs 3,000
Rakhi on emi
Make the symbol of love and protection more special by adding gold, gemstones and diamonds. Check out the terrific beaten gold, spectacular turquoise and ruby studded rakhis. There are faith-based ones with an Om and Shri motif, and gorgeous rakhis for sister-in-laws too! What is best; these rakhis quickly turn into pendants that can be worn later. And paymentu00a0 is not a hassle as you can pay through EMIs too.
Call: 1-800-102-0103
Visit: www.caratlane.com
Price: Rs 4,548
Special keepsake
Traditional motifs, stone inlays - pick what suits your bhai's wrist. Have a look at the special and stylised new rakhis that give the mundane cords a brilliant lift to take the design level many notches up. In sync with the traditional yet playing around with innovative motifs, these 92.5 per cent sterling silver rakhis can also be also converted into pendants.
At: All Frazer & Haws showrooms
Price: On request
Go designer
Made with colourful semi-precious stones, select these rakhis which can be used later as bracelets and loombas (for bhabhi), can be used as mobile hangings. Also get a thaal, adorned with a bright velvet look bright cloth and embellished with semi-precious stones. So make it a special day for yourself and your brother.
At: Magnificence stores at New Friends Colony and Hotel Country Inn & Suites, Sahibabad
Price: Pooja Thaals for Rs 850, Rakhi for Rs 75 and loombas for Rs 175 to Rs 550
On a platter
While keeping in mind the delicate bonds shared by siblings and adding a meaningful quotient to it by adding religious symbols for warding off the evil, Stilarte has made decorated thalis with beautifully crafted adornments to hold the mandatory tilak and rice. Since tying the simple thread and exchanging sweets remains the an important ceremony, enhance its look by the special thalis.
At: The Gift Shopee, 45, Defence Colony Market
Price: Rs 14,100 (platter, candle and tilak box)
FOOD
Rajasthani buffet
Celebrate this Rakshabandhan with some lip smackingu00a0 Rajasthani buffet. Allow yourself to indulge in lal-maans, gatte ki sabsi, chowk wali dal, papad ki sabzi and much more. Celebrate with your sister and family by relishing mouth watering Rajasthani delicacies and make it a memorable time.
At: The Spice Market, D-2, GF 18, Southern Park, Behind Select City Walk, Saket
Timings: 1 pm to 4 pm, 8 pm to midnight
Call: 9958453636
Price: Rs 525 + taxes (lunch), Rs 625 + taxes (dinner)
Chocolicious celebrations
On this day, make your behena feel special with our collection of special handcrafted chocolates. Grab the chocolates by Celeste which are available in different assortments keeping in pace with the tradition of excellence. The chocolates are available in great silk smooth textures along with subtle tastes and are custom-made as per your desire.
At: Celeste Chocolates outlets at GK II and Gurgaon
Timings: 10:30 am to 9 pm
Sizzling soul
Enjoy the special occasion with your dear ones and relish a sizzling sizzler with them. Choose from paneer veg, gilafi hara seekh , or tandoori guldasta platter, cheese and pepper shashlik sizzler. And you can team them up with paranthas. The non-vegetarians can savour nimboo murgh tikka s, bhuney masala da murgh, kofta, machli ka tikka and prawn sizzler amongst others. Not to forget your sweet tooth, opt for angoori rasgullas drizzled with chocolate sauce and topped with nuts, brownie with malai kulfi or the sizzling tawa mithai chaat.
At: Ananda's, Sundernagar Market, First floor
Call: 43518745
Timings: 12.30 to 3.30 pm, 7.30 pm to 11 pm
Vegetarian Selection: Rs 225 per sizzler
Non vegetarian selection: Rs 300 per sizzler
Desserts: Rs 99 per sizzler
Free mocktails
Another way to make your sibling feel special is offering a complimentary unique mocktail drink like strawberry litchi collins and spiced apple twisted mojito. Also enjoy mouth-watering dishes like crispy chili lamb, chicken volcano, Mexican mushroom caps or the Thai veg curry.
At: Buzz, Saket, 17, Commercial Centre, First Floor, PVR Anupam Saket
Call: 26533999
Bond gets sweeter
Every occasion is incomplete without letting your taste buds have a tinge of something sweet. Let your bond get sweetened and deep with irresistible cakes carved in shape of Rakhis to observe the spirit of this festival. You have various options ranging from fruit cake to mango mascarpone cheese cake, chocolate truffle etc. So, ditch those routine sweets and surprise your sibling with Rakhi cakes.
At: All Le Marche outlets
Price: Rs 600 per kg
Treat yourself
After you have tied rakhi to your brother, it's time youu00a0 had an exotic meal for dinner. Pamper your taste buds with the combination of starters, soups, salads, main course and international selection of desserts. On the offer are the starters like paneer shaslik, potato salsa, malai brocollli etc. Also relish the main course which has lots of variety in vegetarian menu like paneer butter masala, rajmah rasbhara, spinach noodles, sabnum curry and non-vegetarians can opt for dishes like josh-e-gosht, murg mirch masala etc.u00a0 The dessert section has chocolate mousse, strawberry cakes on offer.
At: The Pirates of Grill, C-12, Vishal Enclave, Rajouri Garden, Main Nazafgarh Marg
Meal for two: Rs 1,000 + taxes
Timings: 7.30 pm to 11.30 pm
When: Till August 24
Call: 45034444
Delicious delights
Seal your bond with an attractively packaged Patchi Rakhshabandhan Collection. Combine the chocolates with the tilak, rice and rakhi making it an ideal package for the occasion. And you can even customise your thali or platter. The range of Patchi chocolates include dark, milk and white with flavours like hazelnut, almonds, pistachios and rice crisp amongst others.
At: Patchi, Select City Walk, Ground floor, 13 A, Saket
Price: Rs 500 onwards
Special menu for her
Treat her with a special dinner menu plus complimentary sweets for the sweetest occasion. On theu00a0 offer are the starters like tandoori sabjiyan, bharwan paneer tikka. To add to your experience savour the variety of soups and salads. kadhai murg, rara ghost, and methi murg. While vegetarians can choose form saag paneer, paneer shahi korma, and bhindi kurkuri. To complete your experience, they are offering complimentary sweet ice creams, gulab jamun, and kesari rasmalai and fresh fruit etc.
At: The Ambrosia, Third Floor, West Gate Mall, Rajouri Garden
Timings: 7 pm to 11.30 pm
Call: 43742244
Meal for two: Rs 1,000 + taxes
Till:u00a0August 29
Go green
If your sister is a vegetarianu00a0u00a0u00a0 indulge her in dishes such as cheese chilli corn toast, haryali shorba, paneer kakori, jimikand ke shammi, kacche kele ke masaledar koftey and kathal biryani among others. Top it up with a wide array of beverages, mocktails and shakes consisting of lotus leaf phalsatini, virgin sangria, stupid mary, litchi sling, ambi aur pudine ki shikanji, and khullar wali masala chai.
At: Lotus Leaf, F-104, PVR Funcity Mall, Prashant Vihar, Sec-14, Rohini
Call: 9818026026
Meal for two: Rs 800 + taxes
Timings: 1 pm to midnight
PACKAGES
Beauty pack
Wanna gift something different to your sister this year? Then pampering is what she requires. Get a gift certificate for her, through which she can avail various packages like a fruity facial, short cut hand ritual, short cut foot ritual, nail design or a wash, cut and style package.
At: Three Graces, Rajouri Garden
Price: Rs 1,000 onwards
Unwinding magic
Gift your sister an exclusive Rakhi package. You can present her Amatrra Radiance Facial + Amatrra Signature Body Polishing + Spa Ritual Manicure/Pedicure + Nourishing Ritual (Hair treatment) for Rs 10,000 + taxes or Amatrra Deep pore cleansing + Hair Spa Treatment + Spa Manicure and Pedicure for Rs 6,000 + taxes. Gift her these and make her feel special.
At: Amatrra, Ashok Hotel, Chanakyapuri and Le Meridien
GO FESTIVE
Celebrate yet another milestone on the journey of friendship and love between your sister and youu00a0 with festivities like choodiwala, mehndiwala, handicrafts, traditional ethnic wear, apparels, handicrafts and mithai stalls.
At: DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj
When: Till August 24
Timings: 10 am to 10 pm
Call: 46104466
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