• Health,  Lifestyle,  Ria's Insights

    It is time to work on “You”!

    How important is it to work on yourself? Does time permit a few minutes of “Me” time? Or is it too late for the “Transformation”? I am a person who always gave importance to what the world thinks of me or is it the correct way I have been portraying myself? I have been part of an industry that demands poise and beauty. It demands a smile among other things that was supposed to do my work, either solve an unpleasant scenario or just greet a guest in the lobby. My college was in a way a finishing school for me, I believe that I was transformed into a lady…

  • Health,  Lifestyle,  Ria's Insights

    It’s time to Lead through times of Uncertainty and Change!

    It is always said that challenges make our lives interesting but does this hold in the current scenario? The pandemic has been an enormous challenge and for some of us, its changed our lives inevitably. Did we foresee this? Did we know things in our lives would change? Were we at fault? Why did we go through this? These questions pass our minds every day, and I am sure some of us have questions that have affected our mental health. Everyone today has had an experience this past year that may have either affected them today or may leave a scar for the rest of their lives. But, are we…

  • Food,  Lifestyle,  Recipe,  Ria's Insights

    Blueberry Teacakes Recipe…that always takes me back to my childhood!

    Whether on a diet or not, snacking during the day for me is a must! My Mother prepared exquisite healthy and scrumptious recipes and took delight in them. I love desserts and this recipe is straight from my Mother’s kitchen and a bit improvised by me……. Let’s begin with the recipe; Wet Ingredients Egg- 01 Large Sugar – 1/2 cup or 3/4 cup (Finely granulated / Demerara sugar / Caster Sugar)- In case not available, regular home sugar can be used too. Milk- Low fat (preferably) – 01 cup Vanilla Extract- 01 tsp. Oil (Vegetable oil/ avocado oil / unsalted butter) – 05 tbsp. Unsalted butter- For greasing the pan.…

  • Ria's Insights

    Are Making Videos a Better Proposition than penning down thoughts?

    With the technology booming and the never-ending pandemic, our lives have become addicted to a lifestyle involving technology in all aspects. I am a person who was never a social media fan and look at me now, I am striving and strategically cultivating ways to bring in followers to my Instagram account. (Believe me, a situation I never thought I would be in!). YouTube a platform that has been quite effective in reaching out to millions of viewers since they can view or subscribe to what they like. It’s also a faster mode of knowing and getting an answer. Unlike a blog, viewing is expected to be more efficient in…

  • Hospitality,  Lifestyle,  Luxury,  Ria's Insights,  Sales,  The Art of Selling

    Another Insight on Luxury!

    In one of my previous posts, I had shared my point of view on “Luxury”…however, I feel that I had a little more to add to the world of hospitality. In a high-octane Sporting Event, a spectator gets a Thrilling feel. In a Desert Safari, a participant gets an Adventurous feel. In a Meditation center, you would feel Sublime. So what is a heightened feel in a hotel? It is Luxury or Luxe. Yes, all the senses should experience “Luxury”. From the welcome to Check-in, from the Bell-Hop to the Elevator attendant, the well-appointed Suite to the voice answering the intercom…From the Maitre D’Hotel… to the gastronomical delight in Speciality…

  • Hospitality,  Lifestyle,  Luxury,  Review,  Ria's Insights,  Sales,  The Art of Selling

    Damac Hills (2) Community and its Greenhouse!

    We recently moved to DAMAC Hills (2) by Damac. It is located at the Al Qudra road (the most convenient landmark). A beautifully designed community with smartly constructed villas and well-defined clusters. This community is pretty self-sufficient and a well-defined plan is still in progress. We have a community center….a golf course…a dog park (where do you find that in communities…only for dogs! One of my favorite places). There are grounds for each kind of sports and numerous swimming pools with activities. Another favorite location for me, an amateur fitness enthusiast, is the enormous gym with types of equipment that you name and it is there! All in all, a…

  • Dubai Attractions,  Food,  Health,  Hospitality,  Lifestyle,  Luxury,  Restaurants,  Review

    An Oasis in the Desert…The Farm, Al Barari

    Well, not really a farm but yes a densely green part of UAE is the Al Barari area. The restaurant “The Farm” is designed beautifully with green pathways and bridges connecting a man-made water body to the green part of the restaurant. Ambience Sections are designated within the restaurant. They have both indoor and outdoor areas, but my suggestion…the outdoor is better. Not the best decision to visit the restaurant in the summer months, however, it is really beautiful in winters and early summer. Food They serve global cuisine, have a lot of variety that I am sure the menu is designed for guests with all preferences and tastes. As…

  • Food,  Lifestyle,  Recipe

    Mutton Biryani Recipe – Worth trying!

    There are many unique recipes for Biryani and each kind of preparation is exquisite and extraordinary. Biryani is also termed as comfort food and is one of the most ordered meal in India. As hard as it seems, I decided to give this a try and it turned out delicious…worth the effort for sure! This preparation is inspired and is an amalgamation of various recipes in a simpler way! This recipe serves 4. Ingredients for Marination Forequarter of mutton – 750gms (mutton on the bone adds more flavor); boneless can be used too. Yogurt – 03 tbsp., nicely whisked. Generous amount of Turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder (both…

  • Food,  Health,  Recipe

    Breaded Chicken Recipe – Quick and super easy!

    Looking for an immediate dinner recipe or not in the mood to spend hours in your kitchen, check out my super easy breaded chicken recipe which takes no longer than 10 minutes to prepare. For this recipe, I have used an Äir- Fryer, but you could use an oven too… This recipe takes minimal ingredients, I have used chicken breast but its all up to you! Ingredients Chicken Breast – Medium-sized, please dry it with a kitchen towel before the preparation. Yogurt (beaten preferably) / milk – 01 cup OR 01 egg for two pieces of chicken breast – whisked well All-purpose flour – 02 large spoons 01 bowl of…

  • Food,  Lifestyle,  Luxury,  Recipe

    Keema Pav…One of the most savored Street Food of India!

    Keema Pav is a blissful meal in itself, unique street food and the most relished one. Keema is traditionally served with pav however, it can be enjoyed with rice, roti, and any other bread of your choice. As I have shared before that I do not consider cooking as my passion, hence I keep trying simpler and easy ways (all improvised by me) to prepare a delicious meal since my husband and I love food and have super high taste expectations. Let us begin with the recipe, this recipe serves 04….feel free to add and remove ingredients as per your taste and preference. Ingredients Minced mutton (You can use minced…