For Ann Rekha Roy, who owns ‘Little Wonders’, it is all about fun in cooking. She loves  trying new recipes and baking ‘wonders’, Ann Rekha says that she started cooking because she wanted to ‘impress her husband’. “I never thought I would start baking cupcakes on a large scale. I used to bake cakes, and they were applauded by my friends. Thanks to them, I thought of starting the business for cupcakes”, says Ann with a smile. “And honestly, the sole reason was to impress my husband. But yea, now this is more of a passion to me than a time pass or hobby”, added Ann.

Little Wonders got so much of publicity through word-of-mouth and of course Facebook. Ann says that her customers opt mainly for chocolate cupcakes, and hence she makes sure that they are served with choco chips, almonds and hazelnuts once in a while. “I bake what my customers demand. Hence Little Wonders is all about customization in the cupcakes. You tell me, and I bake them for you”, says Ann. So can Kochiites expect a ‘Little Wonders’ outlet soon? “Well, I plan to pursue my higher studies. I might leave for that soon. But I cannot say what future holds. Let’s see…”, adds Ann with a smile.

Valentines Day is around the corner. And now you know what you can gift your loved one. So for all Kochi cupcake fans, make sure you try ‘Little Wonders’ at the earliest because you have no idea what your taste buds are missing out! Ping Ann at 9539012824, and those yummy cupcakes are all yours!!!

Tapas (out of which we will serve 10 per day) each tapas will be charged at Rs.40 per portion & for a plate of 3 tapas will be Rs.100/- . We have managed to get the menu as well so that you can take a glance through it!

Frito De Mejillon (crumb fried mussels)

gazpacho (cold soup)

watermelon gazpacho (cold soup)

white gazpacho (cold soup)

Txipiron en su Tinta (kalamari cooked in it’s own ink)

Txangurro (crab cakes )

Atun con piperrada (tuna fish with red pepper & onion )

Escalibada (roasted onions , peppers & aubergine)

Champiñon en salsa española (mushrooms with Spanish sauce )

codorniz escabechada (quail in vinegar & oil )

Pulpo A la Gallega (octopus in the way of Gallega)

Cocretas de Verdura (vegetable croquette)

Pate de olivas (black olive)

Tortilla De Patata (mini Spanish omlette)

Pollo de Chilindron (chicken in the style of chillindron)

Pan con tomate jamon (ham & tomato on bread )

They We will have two main courses charged at Rs.150/- per potion

1. Paella deMariscos ( Seafood Paella )

2. Estofado DeRabo De Todo (oxtail stew in red wine ).

Dessert will be charged at Rs.75/-

1. Peras alvino tinto (pear poached in red wine )

2. churros conchocolate (churros in chocolate sauce )

Also, a combination of a tapas, main course and dessert for 250 !!!!!

Are you drooling already? Tapas in on! Hop in at David hall!

K Connections, run by Dr. Susan Simon helps you get acquainted to the best lifestyle which you need to adopt in the modern times. Dr. Susan has been practicing medicine, or rather she has been experimenting with nature products and elements (without any chemical presence) since the past 10-12 years. Born into a family of doctors, Dr. Susan always knew where her interest lied, and that was to heal mankind. Once she completed her M.sc, she moved into Physiology. She later moved to Dubai with her husband, and that is when she started to have a keen eye on nature products and hence concentrated on what she can do for wellness and health of fellow beings.

Ever since then, Dr. Susan has been in the constant look out for medicines that can cure you and make you come back to life- Medicines with no side effects, no chemicals, and no harmful property Dr. Susan says “Wellness is not physical alone. Wellness applies to spirit, soul and body as well. In our conventional medicine, wellness is only about physical well-being. We need good diet and therapies to keep us fit”.

K Connections makes sure that your body gets the best. Keeping in mind the fact that each human body has its own demands, Dr. Susan makes sure that her patients get the best. She has tales to share on how Cancer patients were relieved after trying out some medicines suggested by her. K Connections gives you soaps that can erase blemishes and marks on your face, hair dyes that helps your hair shine and grow better, and many other body products as well. “I always ask my patients to try an allergic test before they use a product. I also make sure that individual attention is given to them all”, says Dr. Susan.

From mineral drops which will purify your system and blood circulation, to products which serve multi-purpose, K Connections sell exclusive imported products. “I always ask my patients to go back to nature. I support coconut and coir products. They make you stay healthy and happy. Similarly, all our natural products are good for our system”, said Dr. Susan.

Dr. Susan also sells cakes, wines and squashes which are made completely from natural products. Heath conscious, health-freak? No matter what you are, make sure you give your biological systems the best. You can contact Dr. Susan at 9895279273 or 9349782100. K Connections is located at K. C. Abraham Road, Panampilly Nagar.

Shifu Momoz is located at Panampilly Nagar Shopping Complex, and you can relish on some yummy momos here. They have chicken and veg momos. The prices are completely worth the momos and we ensure you that you shall return back happy. Here are the rates (to make things easier)! Veg momos are charged 20 rupees (half plate) and 40 (full plate). Chicken momos are priced 30 rupees (half plate) and 50 rupees (full plate). You also get chicken and veg chowmein as well, all priced below 50 rupees.

This small shop has a Kung Fu Panda effect to it. Wondering why?? Kashyap Saigal, who owns Shifu Momoz says that Kung Fu Panda has inspired him and hence you get to see Kung Fu Panda pictures and paintings there. “I’ve always felt that Kochi lacks good momo places. I love momos as well. I wanted to try how Kochiites would welcome momos, and I must say that the response is awesome”, said Kashyap.

The shop is open from 3. 30 p.m and you can drop in anytime till 9. 30 p.m. You also get a home delivery. Ping them at 9633918717. So Kochi, drop in at Shifu Momoz to enjoy some great momos!!

Pineapple grown at Vazhakkulam is exported to many places across the globe. You get to taste the yummiest ones here. ‘Pineapple Shree 2011-2012’ awards will also b e granted, and this award is the highlight of the event. With a cash prize of 1 lakh rupees, ‘Pineapple Shree’ will be given to the best farmer. Farmers can also take part in the workshop which will be held as part of the event.

There shall be pickles, jams, juices and drinks, all made out of Pineapple. Pineapple cookery competition will be the other interesting show that will be put up for this event. With 9 categories where you can show your cooking excellence, make sure you prepare the best out of the pineapples.  Cooking for cakes, wines, puddings, squashes, desserts and biscuits are the different categories for the competition.

You can taste these awesome delicacies made out of Pineapple. Celebrate Pineapple this month. Drop in at Vazhakkulam for this amazing Pineapple fete.

Mithaiwala offers a vast variety of sweets and snacks which are completely vegetarian, free of preservatives & artificial flavours and prepared using the finest natural ingredients and age old recipes. Their sweets, which are made by authentic Bengali sweet makers, and using the finest of ingredients are of the best quality are available in our city now.

Their product range includes Rasgulla, Rasmalai, Pantua, Chom-chom,Mihidana, Lyangcha, Mitha Dahi, Kalo Jam, Sandesh (several types),Chhena Jalebi, Kheersagar, Chhena Gaja,Chhena Payesh, Milk cake, Samosas, Namkeens and loads of other delicious sweets.

The shop is located at Alinchuvadu at Palarivattom. For more details, call them at 9895688124. You can also mail them at onlinemithaiwala@gmail.com.

If you want to pep up your New Years Eve the 5 star way, then Taj Malabar at Willington Island is the place to be. Their celebrations will be happening at the Taj Malabar lawn, and they have organized some great entertainment to make your evening awesome. There will be a gala dinner to top it all with International cuisine. DJ Harsha from Bangalore will spin good music. There will be a live performance by the band ‘Highway Heys’. A lucky draw will also be conducted and winners can take home exciting prizes. You will need to pay 7500 (inclusive tax) per person. The celebrations start at 8.00 p.m and will go on till midnight.

Taj Residency near Marine Drive offers you much more. They have parties happening at The Bubble cafe and Waterfront as well. The party at Bubble Cafe will offer you unlimited imported beverage topped with a buffet dinner (multi-cuisine). The International band ‘Adharva’ will be playing. You can also check out performances of Belly dancers. The prize is 10,999 (inc.tax) for a couple. The party at Waterfront will have performance of DJ Arin from Bangalore. There will also be a belly dance and cinematic dance. The price is 8999 (inc. Tax) for a couple.

Kochi’s latest hotspot the ‘Holiday Inn’ is not hosting any major New Year parties this year. But you can always drop in there for a dinner with family. They will also entertain you with a live band performance. This comes at a price of 1111 rupees (inc. Tax) per person.

Harbour View hotel at Atlantis is hosting a party at their club ‘Glow’. DJ Shamnas will be playing some good music along with a lady DJ all the way from Bollywood. Single ladies will have to pay 1500 rupees. Stags will have to pay 2500 rupees, and couple entry will be charged 4000 rupees. There will be a gala dinner and complimentary drinks too.

Hotel Highway Garden is also coming up with some great treats. Their New Year party ‘Calista’ will offer you some great entertainment. You will be given a welcome drink Vodka. International DJ Simon, all the way from Germany will be playing that evening. There will also be a dance party! Price- 3500 rupees (for a couple).

Yacht Club has always been the most sought after party spots in Kochi. This year too they have DJ playing along with other entertainments. DJ Ram along with DJ Ketan will perform at Yacht Club. Member will be charged, single entry- 1350 rupees and couple entry- 2000 rupees!

There is more coming up Kochi! Keep checking Kochivibe!

When Kochi hotels, their clubs and restaurants are gearing up to celebrate parties with loud music and ‘masti’, you can drop in at Avenue Regent if you prefer a small candlelight dinner.  A band would also be performing at the restaurant. You can make your Saturday New Years evening quiet with good food.

Buffet dinner will be served and you will have to pay 1500 plus extra tax (per person) for the dinner. There will be 10 non-vegetarian dishes along with 14-15 vegetarian delicacies.

Avenue Regent has always come up with ‘class apart’ parties and dinners. This one will be mouth-watering for sure. Try this one. You would not be disappointed on New Year’s eve.

Le Meridian has some awesome celebrations happening there. Maybe a little too pricey, but worth it! This year they are celebrating it the ‘Las Vegas’ way! Yes Kochi, Le Meridian will bring down Las Vegas Nevada for you, all the way from the Unites States! You will have MC Anjaly along with Vasundhara Das and DJ Ryan making sure that you are entertained with dance and music.

They have the ‘Lost in Vegas Special Package’. You can drop in on the 31^st of December 2011, and check out on the 1^st January 2012. The package rate is 15,555 nett for couple inclusive of accommodation, and entry to New Year’s Gala evening. Need more? They will also serve you breakfast on the 1^st of January 2012.

You can join them for brunch after a night of celebration at their Treasure Trove Restaurant. The brunch will be served on the 1^st of January 2012 from 11 a.m to 3.30 p.m.!

For all those who want to celebrate New Year’s in a five-star mode, this is the place to be!

The Avenue Center Hotel requires no introduction. They have been serving awesome buffets (at reasonable rates) and yummy a-la-carte too. They are coming up with grand Christmas Eve dinner and lunch. Turkey, the show-stopper for Christmas lunch will be served along with many other yummy dishes. The hotel is located at Panampilly Avenue at Panampilly Nagar.

Le Meridian is celebrating Christmas by ensuring that they treat Kochiites with a 5-star meal on X’mas eve. Their Christmas Eve dinner, on the 24^th of December will be a combo of Turkey with delightful puddings. It will begin at 7 p.m and go on till 11. p.m. Christmas day brunch will be exquisite dishes and traditional which will be on the 25^th of December from 11 a.m to 4 p.m. For more details you can contact them at Festivity Desk- 0484 2705777.

Spice Route restaurant at Oberon Mall is also getting ready for their Christmas treats. They have mouth-watering dishes and special treats. Their dinner buffet will be on the 24^th December, and they will serve lunch and dinner on the 25^th of December. There will be full turkey roast available along with full fish biriyani and crab masala. Slurp!

Hotel Presidency is also coming up with Christmas treat. There will be a moonlight pool side grilled buffet with roast turkey and cranberry sauce.

Choose your fav spot and drop in to treat your taste buds this Christmas season!