Months after Priyanka Chopra cut-off her partnership with SONA, the restaurant is all set to shut shop. Priyanka announced the end of her partnership with SONA in August last year after being associated with it for over two years. Now, the restaurant based in new York is all set to shut shop. After Priyanka's departure, the restaurant was handled by co-owner Maneesh K Goyal. SONA will be shutting down after serving their last meal on June 30. Sharing the closure news on Instagram, SONA's statement read, "After more than three remarkable years, SONA will be closing. We are immensely grateful to everyone who walked through our doors. It has been our greatest honour to serve you. A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated team who offered delicious food, smiles, and warmth every day. SONA's final service will be brunch on Sunday, June 30th. We hope to see you one last time for a meal or a drink. Our doors and hearts are open." The luxurious homeware brand, SONA Home will also be shutting shop on the same day. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SONA (@sonanewyork) Many loyal customers of the restaurant took to the comment section to express their disappointment and sadness at the restaurant shutting shop. Maneesh K. Goyal also shared a reflective note on his Instagram handle. "A while back, I chose to let fulfillment guide my path. I aspired to live a life and pursue work that felt liberating and genuine; this motivation has been my guiding light. It hasn't always been smooth sailing (and sometimes doesn't come as naturally as it might seem), but I persevere. It's shaped me into the risk-taker and dream-chaser I am today. That's why I took on something as seemingly improbable as opening a restaurant - my first-ever venture in my mid-40s, amidst a pandemic, in the heart of New York," a part of his statement read, closing with heartfelt gratitude, "From the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone who helped bring this dream to life." Back in 2021, Priyanka took to her social media handle to make the announcement of her new restaurant along with pictures. “I’m thrilled to present to you SONA, a new restaurant in NYC that I poured my love for Indian food into. SONA is the very embodiment of timeless India and the flavours I grew up with. The kitchen is helmed by the incredible Chef #HariNayak, a masterful talent, who has created the most delicious and innovative menu, taking you on a food journey through my amazing country. SONA is opening later this month, and I can’t wait to see you there!” Priyanka had tweeted.
20 June,2024 03:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Parineeti Chopra loves eating raw mango. Her latest Instagram post is proof of this fact. On Wednesday, Parineeti took to social media and dropped a picture of "kacchi keri" sprinkled with red chilli powder and salt." Pro tip: Eat kacchi keri with salt and red chilli powder to find instant happiness. Add nimbu for extra happiness. Repeat dish for unlimited happiness," she captioned the post. Meanwhile, on the work front, Parineeti is basking in the success of 'Amar Singh Chamkila', which also stars Diljit Dosanjh. Helmed by Imtiaz Ali, 'Amar Singh Chamkila' presents the untold true story of Punjab's original rockstar of the masses, who emerged from the shadows of poverty and rose to the heights of popularity in the eighties due to the sheer power of his music, angering many along the way, which led to his assassination at the young age of 27. Diljit portrays 'Chamkila,' the top-selling artist of his era. Parineeti essays the role of Amar Singh Chamkila's wife, Amarjot Kaur.'Amar Singh Chamkila' is streaming on OTT. She also recently took to social media to express happiness over the success of the film. Taking to Instagram, Parineeti wrote, "I am glad that I was able to make an impact with my work in Chamkila. This is something I've waited for years..." She also thanked Imtiaz Ali for the opportunity."Thank you @imtiazaliofficial for believing in my talent and giving me this opportunity," Parineeti added. She also shared the post of director Hansal Mehta on her Instagram Stories. Hansal had reviewed the film on his Instagram account and wrote: "Imtiaz Ali has been somebody i've known from before any of us made our first films. I loved Jab We Met and Rockstar. I'm not a crazy fan like so many others. Honest admission - I envied his drop dead good looks and craze among women. I've also envied his most forgiving fandom among those who loved his recurring themes and films. More on that some other day. He further wrote, "His latest (his best) #CHAMKILA is not a film. It is an experience. Imtiaz has outdone himself and raced past his own filmography with a film for the ages. The film is magical, audacious, musical, lyrical, poetic, romantic, raunchy, angry, rebellious, hard and soft - sometimes all of these all at once. It is a feat, his best work and perhaps the performance of the year from @diljitdosanjh. This one's a true blue modern Indian musical from @imtiazaliofficial and @arrahman. Kudos to the cinematographer @sylvesterfonseca for the beautiful visuals, to my old colleague and friend @artb for the complex yet coherent edit. To the writers Imtiaz and Sajid. To the wizard @kamil_irshad_official for those masterly lyrics. Also shout out to @parineetichopra - her fine performance sadly won't be celebrated enough but this one's truly her finest. And once again @castingchhabra has outdone himself. Thank you @netflix_in @monika__shergill @ruchikaakapoor @mochou05 for backing this cinematic event. Will watch this at least a few more times. This one's meant to be savoured." Parineeti is yet to announce her new project. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
20 June,2024 05:58 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActress Rakul Preet Singh on Tuesday extended greetings to her fans on International Sushi Day by sharing an unseen picture. Taking to Instagram stories, Rakul, who has 23.7 million followers, posted a picture of herself wearing a green outfit and sitting at a restaurant. In the image, she is holding chopsticks and smiling cutely for the camera. The actress, who was last seen in the Hindi film 'Chhatriwali', captioned the post: "Me waiting for my sushi be like!! #HappyWorldSushiDay to all sushi lovers!!" International Sushi Day is celebrated to raise awareness about the truth and fiction surrounding sushi. On the personal front, Rakul is married to actor-filmmaker Jackky Bhagnani. The duo tied the knot on February 21 in Goa. Meanwhile, on the work front, she has 'Meri Patni Ka Remake' and 'Indian 2' in the pipeline. She also starred in the Tamil-Telugu bilingual horror thriller film 'Boo', written and directed by AL Vijay. The film also features Vishwak Sen, Nivetha Pethuraj, Manjima Mohan, Megha Akash, and Reba Monica John in pivotal roles. Rakul has previously appeared in movies like 'Thank God', 'Doctor G', 'Cuttputlli', 'Runway 34', 'De De Pyaar De', and 'Sardar Ka Grandson', among many others
18 June,2024 10:10 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSIt’s Eid today, and what’s better than making Sheer Khurma to enjoy the festival? We have an amazing recipe for this delicious delicacy, exclusively on mid-day.com, by everyone’s favourite chef, Harpal Singh Sokhi. As the chef shared his amazing recipe, he also discussed some interesting anecdotes about his life—from when he decided to become a chef, the time he got scolded by his mom, and more. Harpal Singh started the conversation by sharing that he never knew being a chef was a job. He joined a hotel management course with the intent to get a job. "In our time, I'll tell you honestly, I didn't have a choice in my career. I was the youngest in the family. So, what happened was my brother asked me to do a skill course. Because of that, I joined IHM. My neighbour had done IHM and got a job quickly. I thought this course was good because you can get a job quickly. After joining, I found out that in IHM (Hotel Management), there is a stream called Chef, within Hotel Management, which you can choose. And I chose it with the intent to get a job," Singh shared. Further in the conversation, when we asked him if he ever got scold for making something a certain way, he shared a fun story: "Once, my father said, 'We don't have that much money to go to 5-star hotels and eat. Why don't you cook something at home and feed us? Something that even we feel is 5-star hotel food.' I replied, 'Yes, of course, I'll feed you.' At that time, I had just left hotel management. In the first year, I was working as a trainee cook at Oberoi's. I told them, 'I'll cook and feed you.' So I started cooking. After a long time, my father told me, 'It is Sunday, you entered the kitchen at 11, it's already 1, where is your food?' I replied, '5-star hotel food takes time to cook.' After a long time, I filled a big bowl with paneer makhni and put it on the table. It was almost two hours. Then my father said, 'It's okay, but with what will we eat it?' I replied, 'I didn't make anything else.' Then my mom said, 'Don't come into my kitchen until you become a good chef.'" Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi’s Sheer Khurma recipe Ingredients - Ghee - 4 spoons - Almonds - 1 tablespoon - Cashews - 1 tablespoon - Cuddapah almonds (Chironji) - 1.5 tablespoons - Raisins - 1 tablespoon - Wheat vermicelli - Desiccated coconut - Milk - Sugar - 1.5 tablespoons per bowl - Cardamom powder - 1 teaspoon - Cocoa powder - 1 teaspoon Process Take 4 spoons of ghee and roast the almonds, cashews, and Cuddapah almonds (Chironji). Remove them and set them aside in a bowl. Shallow fry the raisins and set them aside. Roast the wheat vermicelli, then add about 2 tablespoons of desiccated coconut. After stirring it well, add milk. Once it starts boiling, add sugar and cardamom powder. Once the mixture reaches the desired consistency, add cocoa powder and stir it well. Switch off the flame and let the dish cool down. Enjoy the delicious sheer khurma. Stay tuned to mid-day.com for more such interesting stories and recipes!
17 June,2024 10:35 AM IST | Mumbai | Shachi ChaturvediKartik Aaryan has been on a promotional spree for his upcoming film Chandu Champion. Yesterday, the actor touched down in Gujarat to promote the film, where he enjoyed a full Gujarati thali filled with sweets, ghee, and more. It looks like after giving up sugar for a year, Kartik is now ready to seize any opportunity to enjoy delicious food. Recently, Kartik took to his Instagram and shared a video of him entering a restaurant and enjoying the view of the waiter decorating his thali with a yummy Gujarati food. While sharing the video, Kartik wrote, "Champion’s Thali in Gujarat #ChanduChampion in 3 Days." View this post on Instagram A post shared by KARTIK AARYAN (@kartikaaryan) Kartik’s strict routine during Chandu Champion shooting: Kartik has undergone immense physical training to look the part in the biographical drama. The 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' actor on Friday took to his Instagram to share his transformation pictures alongside a long caption. "From 39 % body fat to 7 % body fat !! From being an 'insomniac' to turning into a 'fitness enthusiast', it's surely a journey of one and half years to remember for me. The life of the living legend Murlikant Petkar, not only made me a stronger human being but also, further installed the belief that if you can dream it, then you can achieve it... nothing is impossible. Pehle mummy kehti thi, 'beta gym jao' lekin aaj kal haalaat aise hain ki unhe call karke bolna padta hai, 'beta gym se vapas aa jao," read the caption of his post. About Chandu Champion Helmed by Kabir Khan, 'Chandu Champion' is based on the life of India’s first Paralympic gold medalist, Murlikant Petkar, who won the 50 metres freestyle swimming competition at the 1972 Summer Paralympics in Heidelberg, Germany. During the 1965 India-Pakistan war, Petkar, a soldier of the craftsman rank in the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (EME) in the Indian Army, suffered debilitating injuries that rendered him paraplegic. He took to swimming as recommended by the doctor, and eventually represented India internationally. For the film, Kartik has also shot for an 8-minute-long war scene. Meanwhile, on the work front, Kartik Aaryan will be seen in the third installment of 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3', 'Aashiqui 3', and will begin shooting for Karan Johar's Dharma Productions epic war saga directed by Sandeep Modi.
11 June,2024 10:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Kartik Aaryan surprised fans with stunning before and after transformation pictures as he gears up for his upcoming biopic film, 'Chandu Champion'. Directed by Kabir Khan, Kartik has undergone immense physical training to look the part in the biographical drama. The 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' actor on Friday took to his Instagram to share his transformation pictures alongside a long caption. "From 39 % body fat to 7 % body fat !! From being an 'insomniac' to turning into a 'fitness enthusiast', it's surely a journey of one and half years to remember for me. The life of the living legend Murlikant Petkar, not only made me a stronger human being but also, further installed the belief that if you can dream it, then you can achieve it... nothing is impossible. Pehle mummy kehti thi, 'beta gym jao' lekin aaj kal haalaat aise hain ki unhe call karke bolna padta hai, 'beta gym se vapas aa jao," read the caption of his post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by KARTIK AARYAN (@kartikaaryan) Earlier this week, Kartik spoke about the immense challenges he faced while preparing for his role as Chandu in the film."For me, it was incredibly challenging and discomforting. Swimming and boxing were never something I imagined doing. Combining all these elements in one film was demanding, and I had to learn them all professionally because my opponents were all professionals--wrestlers, swimmers, or real boxers. Matching their level was tough, so I worked really hard. This is the toughest role of my career," said Kartik. Speaking about the intensity of his preparation, Kartik said, "This has been a life-changing role for me, and I am genuinely proud of this film. I just hope that people come to the theatres to watch this film. And I believe, as I've said before, that this is the toughest film and role of my career. As you may have seen in the trailer, hard work is evident."Directed by Kabir Khan, 'Chandu Champion' tells the inspiring tale of a determined athlete. Kartik Aaryan portrays Chandu in this film, which is based on the life of Murlikant Petkar, India's first Paralympic gold medalist in freestyle swimming. Set to release on June 14, the film aims to engage audiences with its story of resilience and determination. (with inputs from ANI)
08 June,2024 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShilpa Shetty has portrayed a wide range of characters through her performances in the Bollywood industry. The actor's journey, from her debut in 'Baazigar' to her successful career spanning several decades, is a testament to her talent and ability. Her connection with the audience has made her a beloved figure in B-town. However, the co-owner of Mumbai’s famous restaurant Bastian is a bonafide foodie who leaves her fans drooling with every Sunday binge session. As she celebrates her birthday on June 8, here are some of our best picks. Savouring a lip-smacking vada pao that she couldn't resist, actor Shilpa Shetty treated fans to a short glimpse from her fabulous 'Sunday Binge.' The 'Dhadkan' star posted a clip on Instagram in which she is seen seated in the car while relishing a lip-smacking vada pao. In the clip, the 'Life In A Metro's star says, "It’s Sunday, I can't resist vada pav, and these crisp spinach pakoras," as she fills her mouth with the snack. Along with the video, Shilpa explained that she's travelling back from Kajrat, and this is her favourite binge food. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) When Shilpa was shooting in Lucknow she indulged in Sunday Binge the Nawabi way. She wrote, "Decided to try the famous #makkhanmalai, it's so light and airy not too sweet or heavy at all and what a lethal combination with hot crispy #jalebi. In #foodcoma now! #sundaybinge #today #Yoga #tomorrow," Shilpa captioned the video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) In 2023, the famous and delicious Mysore Pak was named in the list of best street food sweets in the world by Taste Atlas, a food-based magazine that gives detailed reviews and information on street food around the world. Mysore Pak was ranked as the 14th best street food on the list. Shilpa shared a video of herself enjoying 'Mysore Pak' in Mysore, Karnataka city. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) Sharing a glimpse of her 'Sunday Binge' on Instagram, Shetty said, "I haven't done this for a long time but as it is Sunday today, it should be done. My friend has sent me this lachcha rabdi and gur (jaggery) rabdi. Don't know what is the difference, but let's taste". Drooling over the deliciousness of the sweet, "I wouldn't feel guilty because its gur's (jaggery) rabdi." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) Here are some more videos from her Sunday Binge sessions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) Apart from her acting prowess, Shilpa Shetty is renowned for her dedication to fitness and wellness. The actor has proved herself to be a multifaceted personality, excelling in various domains. (With inputs from ANI)
07 June,2024 09:18 PM IST | MumbaiSharvari, who is currently engrossed in the promotion of her upcoming comedy-horror film 'Munjya,' recently shared her culinary experiences while shooting for the movie in the Konkan region. Speaking to ANI, Sharvari shared, "We shot in two places. We had such tasty food at both places that I can't even tell you. Especially the beaches are so pristine that you should explore such beaches in India. This is something that I would like to tell the viewers because I had never seen such beaches before. I felt very proud that such beaches are in our country. Talking about the food, when we went there, it was mango season. So, we had so much of aam ras that I think we've had enough for the whole year." Speaking about her character in 'Munjya,' Sharvari shared, "My character is a modern girl who wants to achieve her dreams and prioritizes them above everything else, which I think we all do nowadays. Many girls will relate to my character. Her dating life is also quite confusing, so many girls will relate to that too. A very beautifully written character." Starring Sharvari, Mona Singh, Abhay Verma, and Sathyaraj, the film helmed by Aditya Sarpotdar revolves around 'Munjya,' a rooted myth from the world of Indian belief and cultural system. Recently, the makers released the teaser. The teaser introduces Munjya, a CGl character, to the audience in a remote forest. Munjya springs into action after hearing the popular song 'Munni Badnam Hui' from Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's 2010 blockbuster film Dabangg. The screenplay of Munjya has been developed by Yogesh Chandekar and Niren Bhatt, while Sachin Sanghvi and Jigar Saraiya have composed the music for the film. The film is scheduled to be released on June 7. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
02 June,2024 07:19 AM IST | Mumbai | ANISobhita Dhulipala Birthday 2024: Bollywood actress Sobhita Dhulipala celebrates her birthday on May 31. While the former Miss Earth is impeccable in front of the camera, she is equally a foodie by heart. Right from cooking to relishing her meals no matter the place or occasion, to making sure her chai and coffee are always on point, she is one bonafide babe in the kitchen and means serious business when it comes to every morsel that passes through her mouth. In 2015, she told ETimes that she is an ardent lover of Indian and Tibetan food. For comfort, she picks Indian sweets made out of jaggery. Her ideal breakfast comprises French toast with sausages and tea. She said, "Dishing out healthy and tasty food for my friends is my favourite hobby now. Healthy food is very essential, to keep fit. I'm a protein enthusiast, as it forms the foundation of our nutrition. Exploring new tastes is fun. I enjoy experimenting with food, and dish out innovative food items as well." In 2022, Sobhita conducted an Ask Me Anything session on Instagram which mainly revolved around her food habits. When asked about her favourite cuisine she replied with Telugu and Tamil food, given that she hails from Andhra Pradesh. But she also admitted her liking for Italian, Asian, and Japanese cuisine. Sobhita confessed that a driving force in life for her is “free food and paid travel.” We second that. She also stated that her go-to dish to cook is spaghetti aglio olio. Sobhita Dhulipala, who made her Hollywood debut with ‘Monkey Man’ attended the 2024 Cannes Film Festival for the ice cream brand Magnum. After sharing her alluring looks on Instagram, Sobhita offered her fans a sneak peek into the 30 hours she spent at the French Riviera. The pictures show the actress turning into a food blogger as she gorged on some delectable French cuisine, rather unhealthy yet delicious concoctions from pizza to pasta. Meanwhile, on the acting front, Sobhita is currently receiving praise for her performance in 'Monkey Man'. The action-thriller follows the journey of a young man portrayed by Dev Patel, who embarks on a mission to seek justice for his mother's death, caused by corrupt leaders. However, his quest for vengeance takes an unexpected turn as he becomes a champion for the oppressed and powerless, transforming into the titular 'Monkey Man.' Alongside Sikandar Kher, the film features Dev Patel, Sharlto Copley, Sobhita Dhulipala, Makarand Deshpande, Ashwini Kalsekar, and others. Notably, Dev Patel not only stars in the film but also makes his directorial debut and serves as a producer. 'Monkey Man' is slated to release soon in India.
31 May,2024 07:15 AM IST | MumbaiActor Dino Morea, who was recently seen in the Malayalam film ‘Bandra’, has shared insights into his fitness regimen and how he powers through the terrible Mumbai summer which peaks in the month of May. The actor told IANS that he focuses 50-60 per cent on weight training and mixes it up with sports to leverage the cardio. He said: “My weight training is 3-4 days a week. For me, cardio is about playing a sport and that would be two days a week.” Dino said that he focuses on maintaining the electrolyte balance in summer as the body tends to lose electrolytes during workouts. He told IANS: “For the summer, because it is really hot and humid, I make it a point to have more electrolytes because you tend to lose out on electrolytes when you workout. With regard to the diet, I’m fairly consistent with what I eat. My meals are home-cooked, lighter in nature and more vegetarian.” Recently, the actor installed fitness stations in Mumbai at public places which people of the city can access free of cost. The actor described the initiative as a way of giving back to the city. Sharing the inspiration behind installing fitness stations, he said that he wanted people to have a place which they can access publicly and stay fit. The actor told IANS: “Whenever I used to go for a walk or a run on the streets of Mumbai, because that’s the only space you have given the space crunch in the city, all one could do was run, skip or walk. The streets never really had anything for functional training. When you travel abroad, you see a lot of such stations in public places. I thought why not have something here as well.” The actor came up with the design all by himself, sought permission, and raised money for it. “I went about designing, and tried to figure out how to get permission. Got the permission, I raised money, and set it up, all on my own, nothing from anybody else, and publicly free of cost,” he added. Talking about hydration, Dino said: “Hydration is the most important thing along with electrolytes. I drink 4-5 litres of water a day. Take plain water, add a bit of Himalayan pink salt. It makes a huge difference.” This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
29 May,2024 10:22 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSPadma Lakshmi is definitely mindful of her diet, but not in an unhealthy way. In a recent interview, the 53-year-old Top Chef host explained how she has learned to treat her body with kindness. Padma Lakshmi's fitness and sustainable diet philosophy View this post on Instagram A post shared by Padma Lakshmi (@padmalakshmi) Padma Lakshmi shared this exclusively with Us Weekly during an interview for their latest issue, “I don't deprive myself, nor do I try to pig out too much,” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Padma Lakshmi (@padmalakshmi) “I also try to be kind to my body and compare myself to myself, not to other people,” she added. The actress also mentioned some of her favourite ways to exercise, saying she enjoys working out as often as she can. Lakshmi, who announced her departure from Top Chef in 2023 after hosting the cooking competition for 17 years, previously talked about how the show made it challenging for her to maintain her fitness. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Padma Lakshmi (@padmalakshmi) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Padma Lakshmi (@padmalakshmi) “When filming Top Chef, I consume about 5,000 to 8,000 calories a day,” she wrote in a June 2020 essay for Time, elaborating, “We start with anywhere from 15 to 18 contestants, and I have to take a bite or two from each of their plates to adequately judge each dish. Every day. It adds up. I typically gain anywhere from 10 to 17 pounds every season. Once I get home, what's taken me six weeks to gain takes me 12 weeks to take." Talking about her Emmy diet, she said, “My diet for the Emmys is pretty straightforward. It’s like a poem: no meat, no wheat, no cheese, no fried foods or sweets. And, of course, no alcohol.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Padma Lakshmi (@padmalakshmi) According to Us Weekly, Lakshmi's workouts include lifting weights, box jumps, jump rope, and plenty of ab exercises. As for her dating life, “I haven’t had a relationship in a long time either, because I’m always working. I don’t know when I [thought] I was going to meet anybody,” she said.
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