Imagine Your Korea at Korea Festival, Gurgaon

If the sight of great art and the aroma of authentic delicacies get your heart hooked, Korea Festival is the place you have to be. Wondering what am I talking about? Just came back home after having a gala time at Korea Festival 2017 and couldn't wait to share how luxurious experience I had today.

Korea Festival 2017 is a two-day event being conducted by Korea Tourism Organisation at Ambience Mall, Gurgaon on 25th Nov and 26th Nov. The festival encompassed a wide range of art genres including music, dance, live performances and much more that beautifully showcased diverse culture of the nation.

Day 1 attributed to the grand opening ceremony at the Korean Showcase Zone followed by lighting of lamp. The worthy guests included Korean Tourism Organisation MD, HS Ad MD, Korean Delegates and Diplomats who graced the inaugural ceremony with their presence.

The entertainment saga of the day began with K-Pop Cover Dance performance by K-Pop fan club that not only enthralled the audience with the fantastic musical and visual elements but also acquainted us with uniquely traditional Korean music roots.

Aren't we all fans of breakdancing style of street dance!! Well! the B-Boy performance by Gambler Crew left everyone amazed with its sharp moves. I bet the sound of claps set the rhythm for the performers.

To captivate the charming damsels at the event, the popular Korean beauty brand Innisfree presented a beauty show to bust the beauty myths we had since forever and guided on how to take best care of our skin. 

I was thoroughly enjoying the show, when the next attraction for the day Samulnori was revealed.
Listening to Samulnori that's a perfect integration of the four percussion instruments (a buk, a janggu, a jing and a kkwaenggwari) played in a traditional rhythmic pattern was truly a divine experience that I will cherish forever. 

Oops, how can I forget the mouth-watering delicacies that the food stalls had to offer. I was really delighted to taste local Korean food I had seen only in TV programs ;) The flavourful, vegan preparations served at affordable prices took my dining experience to another level without putting a strain on my budget. Oh yeah! the Korean cuisine at Korea Festival has so much to offer on its menu for the non-vegetarian guests. 

As the day progressed, the fest rolled out yet another performance 'Nanta'. I swear before watching this performance, I never knew that kitchen utensils such as cutting boards, water canisters, knives, pots and pans could be utilized beyond cooking in kitchen :) I discovered that Nanta is one of the most popular non-verbal musical shows of Korea that is performed throughout on the beats Samulnori music in attempt to finish preparing a wedding banquet within a strict time limit. That was seriously the OMG moment of the day for me! 

The show concluded with an ending so dynamic that audiences must have felt that their stresses had been relieved. I must attest to the efforts of Glocal that is doing great job to foster and harmoniously strengthen cultural diversity as a common heritage to humanity. 

Fret not, if you missed today's show. The festival is still on for day 2 on 26th Nov. So make your Sunday a fun day at Korea Festival and experience the true Korean Culture of Calligraphy, Arts & Crafts, Mask Painting, VR Experience Zone, K-Beauty Session & Traditional Hanbok wearing Photo Opportunity as the highlights of day 2.

P.S. Pick up your passport upon registration and get it stamped from the Travel Zone to win exclusive Korean Souvenirs and also get a chance to participate in lucky draw to win free air tickets to Korea!

Venue: Ambience Mall, National Highway 8, Gurgaon, Haryana 122001.

Timing: 12pm to 8pm. (Entry Free)

RAW Pressery Bloggers Haul, Chandigarh

RAW Pressery, India’s first and largest clean label F&B Company, hosted an exciting Bloggers Haul at the Taj Hotel Chandigarh on Sunday, 2 April and invited some of the most happening people around Chandigarh Tricity including bloggers.

The meet was scheduled at quite an early time slot considering 'a day should begin with goodness of dance plus exercise plus healthy meal.' Though I hate getting up early on Sunday morning, but since I'm a great fan of RAW Pressery juices, I was determined to attend the meet after receiving an exclusive invite.

The brand opted to conduct the meet-cum-get together in open space along the pool area that presented a beautiful view. I genuinely loved the idea of poolside venue that instantly rejuvenated everyone on a lovely morning.

As soon as we reached the venue, we got our registration done and were offered chilled juices as per our liking of flavours (I chose to have Apple)

The brand that has kept innovation on its forefront since its inception planned this meet aimed at ‘being healthy’ more convenient and to introduce their 100% farm fresh, cold pressed juices in 25 variants to Chandigarh’s discerning consumers.

The morning kick-started with stretching plus dancercise (dane+exercise) session with Navya Agarwal of the coveted Big Dance Centre, Delhi. Her session led the gathering through interesting ways to dance your weight of this summer.

The event also had Lifestyle blogger Pallavi Chaturvedi having Live Instagram Chat to share her experience of using the RAW Beauty Cleanse and also busted the myths around cleansing.

The event preceeded with an interactive session with the bloggers enjoying a healthy breakfast and RAW Pressery juices. I got to try the RAW Presssery’s newly introduced Coconut Water that will be available in local market pretty soon.

Not just health and fitness, the brand surprised us by putting up a grooming and beauty stall in association with MyGlamm which is a home-salon service recently taking up in Chandigarh Tricity. Interested ones got their nails, hair glammed up by the artists at the venue.

Beginning my day with a dose of light workout and healthy breakfast had been the best thing for my body and I wish to continue the similar regime to stay fit.

Cold pressed juices are emerging as one of the staple dietary alternatives for people to keep themselves active and energetic throughout the day and I really can’t have enough of them. I had been carrying them in my handbag to my work during scorching summer to keep myself hydrated. These are actually the tastiest choices for those who want to keep calories count in control while on their fitness regime. 

About RAW Pressery
To those who are new to RAW Pressery, I would like to make them aware that it is the only Indian company to use the globally acclaimed revolutionary HPP technology which ensures fresher, safer and healthier food products with stable shelf life. Their product range comprises of fruit juices, smoothies, nut milks, booster shots and hydration essentials. Raw Pressery products are available across Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru, Hyderbad, Chennai, Chandigarh & Kochi.

Where to buy in Chandigarh?
The brand has a strong a strong presence in Chandigarh and is available at a number of retail outlets across the city namely -
Empire Stores, Harry Hyperstore, Jagat Stores, Kewal Stores, Peshawari, Punjab Store RLCR, Beauty Palace, Bedi Store, My Supermarket, Central Supermarket, Early Morning Concepts, Amrit Confectioners, FNV & Freshmart, Big Basket and many more.

This themed event organized by RAW Pressery set a perfect example to express how one can have fun while following a healthy diet that keeps the skin glowing and body refreshed.

This eventful day had certainly been the best way to celebrate best of summer food, fashion and fitness together. Thanks to team Raw Pressery for having me there and being a wonderful host.