As the Permanent Managing Director of Ruttonjee Estates Continuation Limited, President cum Board Member of the Hong Kong Tuberculosis, Chest and Heart Diseases Association, and a long-time supporter of Mother’s Choice, Mrs Purviz Shroff has been living an incredibly busy life. Not only is she a dedicated supporter (financially and otherwise) of Indian arts,...
Read MoreI messaged her, a few months back regarding a particular post I was going to put up on my social media accounts about one of her books I had just finished reading. I did this wanting to make sure she would not take offence at my use of a particular word to describe her...
Read MorePhoto by Zarir Khariwala “They used to pay us 5,000 bucks; I demanded 25,000 rupees, and I got it, Jayang!”, exclaimed the grande dame of Hindustani (North Indian) vocal music apropos the performance fees paid to women artists. That was in 1985 when I first met her. As one of the youngest pupils of...
Read MoreRoberta Boffo is many things, but I would best describe her as unflinchingly passionate when it comes to art. Not only does she run classes for kids and adults, but she also supports other local artists at her award-winning studio in Sai Kung. With an extensive history in art education, Roberta applies her skills...
Read MoreDuring the pandemic, parents have been spending a lot more time with their little darlings. While we adore our kids and parenting is one of the most rewarding roles- homeschooling and forced family time can be somewhat challenging even for the best of us ! While doing BaZi (Chinese astrology chart) consults, clients often...
Read MoreIn late January, when schools here in Hong Kong closed due to the COVID threat, I decided to book a flight to India with my two kids. Given they were getting bored stuck in our apartment here, the thought of meeting family back in Punjab and the promise of the beautiful weather there were...
Read MoreSome of the fondest memories that lie in my heart are of the vast Savannah grasslands, trumpeting elephants, majestic lions and mighty drumbeats of the indigenous tribes. A land rich in culture, colour, food, people and wildlife, where do I begin to sing of the glories of my home country KENYA! I was fortunate...
Read MoreCoronavirus seems to have smothered our lives over the past few weeks. Whether you are browsing the internet, stepping out to buy groceries or having a random conversation with a friend, this all-pervading virus threatens to show its ugly face in every waking minute of our lives! I mean isn’t it enough that it’s...
Read MoreTo say Shalini Mahtani is an inspiration would be an understatement. Hardly a stranger to people in Hong Kong, she has built a name for herself that is held alongside some of the most respected voices in this city. Founder of The Zubin Foundation, Hospital Advisor, and Community Business, Shalini has impacted the lives...
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