A Chocolate affair with Fabelle Chocolates, ITC Hotels

ITC is set to redefine the luxury chocolate space in India with Fabelle. ITC’s Fabelle Chocolates have been in the making for almost a decade, with extensive research and innumerable trials in the company’s pursuit to craft the finest luxury chocolates in India that rival the best in the world. Fabelle was created by a congruence of international chefs together with ITC master chocolatiers to craft the finest quality chocolates, using choicest ingredients from across the world. With the launch of the chocolate boutiques at ITC Maratha & ITC Central in Mumbai, Fabelle will be present nationally across Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai & Kolkata.  

Fabelle offers a range of exquisite chocolate creations such as Fabelle Elements - intricately crafted pralines inspired by the elements of nature. Fabelle Elements have been created with 26 different unique ingredients sourced across from 7 different countries to delight the Indian chocolate connoisseur who seeks evolved chocolate experiences. Fabelle Ganache - velvety soft cubes of exotic cocoas delicately churned with butter & fresh cream, A Fabelle Ganache is a sheer masterpiece crafted with meticulous conching that brings out the most sensational flavors and aroma along with the melt-in-mouth experience. Fabelle As You Like It – personalized chocolate cup creations offering myriad possibilities of fillings and toppings, Fabelle Single Origin Cacoas – single origin bars, crafted using cocoa from 6 different countries (Madagascar, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Ecuador, Sao Tome and Ghana), each asserting its own distinct flavour and Fabelle Gianduja - recreation of an Italian delicacy from the Napoleon era fashioned with infusion of hazelnuts into rich, creamy milk chocolate.

The chocolate boutiques will provide a range of exquisitely crafted desserts and cocoa beverages, created live by Fabelle Master Chocolatiers. Additionally, they will also have opulent gifting options which can be customised as per requirements for diverse occasions.

ITC has set up a state of the art facility with best in class technology to manufacture Fabelle chocolates in India. ITC is sourcing impeccable single origin cocoas from the best cocoa growing regions in Africa and South America such as Madagascar, Ivory Coast, Venezuela, Saint Domingue and Sao Tome. The diversity of each country lends a unique magical taste and feel to the chocolates.

A Vanilla Cremeux bar with Saint-Domingue chocolate mousse has been crafted with a 70% single origin Saint-Domingue chocolate which has strong cocoa notes. Similarly, chocolates from Sao Tome have fruity and spicy under notes which have been used to craft the classic warm cocoa. It has been paired with Lankan cinnamon, black pepper, frosted with whipped cream and cocoa nibs.

I am not a fan of dark chocolates but The Fabelle Single Origin Cacaos made me fall in love with it, I surely can enjoy a bar with my coffee or with the prescribed drink mentioned in the box. Fabelle Ganache will always be my favorite and for a fun time, Fabelle As you like it can be enjoyed where you can create your own creations. Hazelnut lovers like me should not miss Fabelle Gianduja. I enjoyed n amazing creation by Fabelle Master Chocolateier Rashmi at ITC Windsor which had Madagascar chocolate and it was heavenly. So drop by at the nearest Fabelle outlet and enjoy these luxury chocolates, well you can gift some to me too ;)

Below are the prices:

·         Single Origin Cacao Bars (box of 6) - Rs. 875

·         Single Origin Cacao Bars (box of 12) - Rs. 1700

·         Gianjuda (box of 12) - Rs. 825

·         Creamy Milk Ganache (sharing box of 20) - Rs. 745

·         Rich Dark Ganache (sharing box of 20) - Rs. 745

·         Rich Dark with Apple & Cinnamon Ganache (sharing box of 20) - Rs. 745

·         As You Like It (single chocolate cup creation) - Rs. 100

·         As You Like It (assortment of 6 chocolate cup creations) - Rs. 500

·         As You Like It (assortment of 12 chocolate cup creations) - Rs. 1000

·         Fabelle elements (assortment of 5 pralines) - Rs. 450

·         Fabelle elements (assortment of 10 pralines) - Rs. 850

·         Fabelle elements (assortment of 20 pralines) - Rs. 1595

An evening at Fabelle for two - Rs. 1250 approx.

Have a chocolaty day :)

Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai is a slice of life that you will relish for a long time

Today the official trailer of much awaited Bollywood drama Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai was showcased to fans and media. The Star cast of Jeena Isi Ka Naan Hai includes Arbaaz Khan, Ashutosh Rana, HimanshKohli, ManjariFadnis, Supriya Pathak, Rati Agnihotri and Prem Chopra. The movie is directed by Keshhav Panneriy and produced by Purnima Mead under the Bibia Films Private Ltd.

Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai is a family entertainer with a perfect blend of action, romance and comedy. The storyline is realistic and people of all age will easily be able to relate to the storyline of the movie. The story embarks from a small-town in Rajasthan, weaving itself through Mumbai & then finally culminating in New York. Each character in the film is as diverse and unique in themselves like the flavours of India, which not only adds different slices of life to the film but also exhibits the colourful journey of life.

The movie has been shot across various places in India and USA and captures the grandeur of the countries in its true form.

The musical teaser and motion poster of the movie are also out and have left a lasting impression in the minds of the viewers.

The music of the movie is composed by Harry Anand, Onkar Minhas, Siddhant Madhav, Deepak Aggarwal & Vishoo Mukherjee. The film will release worldwide on 3rd March, 2017.

Watch the trailer here:

Healthy Recipe for Diabetes – Butter Chicken

Butter chicken has been a favorite dish for many people but health conscious people rarely dig into the dish, so this recipe will not just help diabetes people but also health conscious people. So read below the recipe to healthy butter chicken and relish it at your home.

Preparation time: 26-30 minutes
Cook time: 31 -40 mins
Serve - 4

Ingredients for Butter Chicken Recipe

• Boneless chicken cut into 1½ inch pieces 400 grams

• Lemon juice 1 tablespoon

• Kashmiri red chilli powder 1 teaspoon

• Salt to taste

• Butter 2 tablespoons

• For marinade

• Yogurt 1/2 cup

• Ginger paste 2 teaspoons

• Garlic paste 2 teaspoons

• Kashmiri red chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon

• Garam masala powder 1/2 teaspoon

• Salt to taste

• Mustard oil 2 teaspoons

• FOR MAKHNI GRAVY

• Butter 2 tablespoons

• Green cardamom 2

• Clove 2

• Black peppercorns 2-3

• Cinnamon 1 inch piece

• Ginger paste 1 teaspoon

• Garlic paste 1 teaspoon

• Tomato puree 1/2 cup

• Red chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon

• Salt to taste

• Sugar 2 tablespoons

• Kasoori methi 1/2 teaspoon

• Fresh cream 1/2 cup’

Preparation

• Apply a mixture of red chili powder, lemon juice and salt to the chicken pieces and set aside for half an hour in the refrigerator.

• Hang the yogurt in a muslin cloth for fifteen to twenty minutes to remove extra water. Add the ginger and garlic pastes, red chilli and garam masala powders, salt and mustard oil.

• Apply this marinade to the chicken pieces and place them in the refrigerator for three to four hours.

• Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6. String the chicken pieces onto skewers and cook in the preheated oven or a moderately hot tandoor for ten to twelve minutes or until almost done.

• Baste with the butter and cook for another two minutes. Remove and set aside.

• To make the makhni gravy, heat the butter in a nonstick pan. Add the green cardamoms, cloves, peppercorns and cinnamon.

• Sauté for two minutes, add the ginger and garlic pastes and sauté for two minutes. Add the tomato puree, red chilli powder, salt and half cup of water.

• Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for ten minutes. Add the sugar or honey and powdered kasoori methi.

• Add the cooked tandoori chicken pieces. Simmer for five minutes and add the fresh cream. Serve hot with naan or parantha.

Nutrition Info

Calories : 1511 Kcal / 4 servings
Carbohydrates : 36 gms
Protein : 120 gms
Fat : 100 gms

Recipe by Ms. Madhavi, Dietician, Apollo Sugar Clinics, Mumbai

TOGETHER AGAINST DIABETES

'Mujhko Tere Ishq Mein Bhiga De' is the perfect song for this season of love

If you love slow romantic numbers, then you must check out the attest track from ‘Mujhko Tere Ishq Mein Bhiga De’ from the forthcoming movie Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai. The musical teaser can also be seen along with the movies Raees & Kaabil in theatres.

The lyrics are well complemented by picturesque backdrop of rustic Rajasthan and the Sea. The video of the song tries to capture vivid colours of Love, all the natural elements of life & the grandeur of India.

The song is sung by none other than Ankit Tiwari, whose earlier romantic numbers such as Galiyan and Tu Hai Ki Nahi have already been chartbusters and  Mujhko Tere Ishq Mein Bhiga De seems to be on track to be the same. The lyrics have been penned by Kunwar Juneja& the music is by Harry Anand.

The song Mujhko Tere Ishq Mein Bhiga De features on the fresh couple Himansh-Manjari in the film and they look very refreshing and seem to share a sizzling chemistry.

The director of the movie, Keshhav Panneriy commenting on the song said, "When you shoot with two actors who are a fresh-couple on the big screen, a director has an added responsibility of enhancing the grandeur that they can carry. Rajasthan was the perfect location for Mujhko Tere Ishq, where every locale is as raw & rustic as Ankit’s voice and does justice to not only the song but Himansh & Manjari as well. Harry Anand has given a melody which will be hummed by every age and Ankit Tiwari has sung the song with perfection. Mujhko Tere Ishq will take romance to another level.”

Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai is a family entertainer with a perfect blend of action, romance and comedy. The film stars, Arbaaz Khan,Ashutosh Rana, Himansh Kohli, Manjari Fadnis, Rati Agnihotri, Supriya Pathak & Prem Chopra. The film is produced by Bibia Films Pvt. Ltd and the music is composed by Harry Anand, Onkar Minhas, Siddhant Madhav, Deepak Aggarwal & Vishoo Mukherjee. The film will release on 3rd March, 2017.

Watch the teaser here:

Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai says Qubool Hai with its new musical teaser

The second musical teaser of the much awaited movie Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai (JIKNH) has been released to the audience today. The song is titled Qubool Hai and is a peppy number set in the 1980s. It is a fun college number that is sure to remind listeners of the popular songs like “Yeh Ladka Hai Deewana” from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and “Khud Ko Kya Samajhati Hai” from the movie Khiladi.

The nok jhok and the fun elements in the song Qubool Hai are sure to touch a cord with the audience. The song is sung by Ash King and Shilpi Rao.

Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai is a Romance Drama directed by Keshhav Panneriy. Starring Arbaaz Khan, Himansh Kohli, Manjari Fadnis, Ashutosh Rana, Supriya Pathak, Rati Agnihotri and Prem Chopra in the lead roles. It is produced by Purnima Mead under the banner of Bibia Films Private Ltd. and Bibia Books LLC banners.

The first poster and musical teaser of Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai are already creating waves everywhere, And the expectations are sky rocketing for Qubool Hai too.

Here’s the link to the teaser:

Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai will be releasing in theatres on March 3, 2016