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Flavours of Goa at Grand Mercure: When Authenticity Lands in Bengaluru

Grand Mercure's Flavours of Goa festival doesn't pretend to be Goa. It simply is. Chef Ashlyn Da Cruz brought her ancestral kitchen, her grinding stone, and generations of coastal wisdom to La Utsav. From Ros Omelette to charred Kingfish, this isn't approximation. It's the real thing. With three days left until February 22nd, hesitation costs you.

SUMMER DROPS: NEW ARRIVALS WORTH THE HEAT

Summer drops demands updates, not holding back. Here are February arrivals worth nothing. YSL's couture makeup for India's creative set, vegan hampers from Mamash Organics, next-gen sunscreens from Pilgrim and Dot and Key, TRESemmé's Polyglutamic Acid breakthrough, Auriea London's addictive Marshmallow Crush, and Levi's 568 fits. More follows – scroll and share.

Sculpted for a Magnificent ‘Echo Wave’ 2026 Take-Off: Siddhant Chaturvedi Makes Airport Style Futuristic in Crocs Echo Wave

Recently spotted at the airport, Siddhant served a masterclass in modern travel dressing... effortless yet directional, relaxed yet razor-sharp... grounding his look in comfort while making a clear sartorial statement with the newly launched Crocs Echo Wave Clog. Equal parts cool, confident, and consciously styled, the look proved that when Siddhant travels, fashion comes along for the ride.

Fresh Is the New Science in 2026: Swagatika Das, CEO & Co-Founder, Nat Habit, on Rewriting Beauty Through Nature, Ayurveda, R&D & Radical Honesty

Rooted in a family legacy of Ayurveda and driven by data, R&D, and discipline, Swagatika Das has built Nat Habit as a science-backed, preservative-free ecosystem rather than a trend-led brand. Her approach redefines Ayurveda as a living, evolving science... tested, transparent, and designed for contemporary lifestyles. Read on...

The Beauty of Doing Nothing: Why Your Skin Might Need a Pause

In an age where beauty routines resemble military operations... layered, timed, precision-engineered... there is something quietly radical about doing… nothing. No actives. No 12-step ritual. No overnight resurfacing miracle. Just skin, left alone. TheGlitz delves into the beauty of nothingness. For years, we’ve been conditioned to believe that more is more. More serums, more acids, more treatments, more devices humming across our faces in the name of glow.

9 Beauty Trends in 2026: Where Expression Meets Intelligence and Intent

In 2026, the world of beauty is defining itself not by fleeting gimmicks but by experience, intention, and joined-up innovation... a season where science, artistry, sustainability, and personal identity converge to create looks that feel lived-in, intelligent, and deeply personal. The era of heavy makeup and one-size solutions is giving way to skin-first radiance, expressive accents, smart beauty tech and thoughtful self-care that mirrors modern lifestyles.

Blue Beauty: The Ocean-Friendly Skincare Revolution Making Waves in 2025

It’s 2025, and green beauty is no longer the final frontier, it’s going blue. From glossy reef-safe sunscreens to luxury cleansers packaged in seaweed-based pods, the Blue Beauty movement is redefining what it means to be truly sustainable in skincare. It's not just about what goes on your skin... it's about what goes down the drain and out to sea. As noted by Sumita Chakraborty, Founder and Editor-in-Chief, TheGlitz, Blue Beauty is fast becoming “the gold standard of conscious beauty,” where effectiveness meets environmental empathy.

Winter Menus Worth the Trip

Winter menus are everywhere right now. Some have to do with harvest festivals, others just leaning into the cold and what people want to eat. Pongal, Makar Sankranti, Lohri: different names, different dishes, same magic. Whether you're home or far from it, there's something close enough. TheGlitz team found the ones that matter. Festive pop-ups, exclusive specials running through the week or the month. Some remind you of home. Some show you what you've been missing. January's short.

The Luxury of Less in 2026: Why Quiet Plates Are Making the Loudest Statement in Fine Dining

Welcome to the era of Quiet Luxury Dining, where finesse replaces flamboyance, provenance trumps performance, and the most powerful ingredient is restraint. Sumita Chakraborty, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, TheGlitz, speaks to some of India’s most celebrated Master Chefs to decode this delicious shift... where flavour takes centre stage, plates whisper rather than shout, and indulgence is driven by intention, not excess. Read on...

Hello 2026: New Year, High Heels, High Standards & Only the Hottest Things

Curated with instinct, insider access and a sharp editorial eye, Sumita Chakraborty, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, TheGlitz, sets the tone for 2026 by spotlighting the places, restaurants, food, beauty, fashion and lifestyle experiences that truly matter — the ones that turn heads, spark conversations and feel deliciously now. From mood-lifting destinations and power-dining addresses to glow-giving beauty finds, fashion with attitude and lifestyle indulgences worth every moment, this is a year edit designed for those who don’t follow trends — they own them.

Asian Paints Where The Heart Is Season 9 Opens with Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi’s Intimate Story of Home and Belonging

Some homes are constructed with brick and mortar. Others are built with laughter echoing through corridors, memories layered into walls, and a sense of belonging that grows quietly over time. The premiere episode of Asian Paints Where The Heart Is Season 9 invites viewers into one such deeply personal sanctuary...

Luxury, Softly Spoken: Naga Dyvik’s World of The Artful Abode | Exclusive TheGlitz Interview, 2026

In an exclusive interview with Sumita Chakraborty, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, TheGlitz, Naga Dyvik, Founder, The Artful Abode, opens up about redefining luxury, the philosophy behind The Artful Abode, and why true design, much like true luxury, whispers... never shouts.

Inside Bur’dera: Akshat Chaudhary on Crafting Calm, Comfort, and Contemporary Indian Luxury; Exclusive Interview – TheGlitz 2026

Akshat Chaudhary, Founder of Bur’dera, belongs to a new generation of hospitality visionaries who believe that true luxury whispers rather than announces itself. Rooted in intention, warmth, and emotional resonance, his approach moves beyond spectacle to create spaces that invite stillness, comfort, and a sense of belonging.

Zaveri Bros Launches Hearts & Arrows in Bangalore: A Cut Above

Zaveri Bros Diamonds & Gold founders Naresh and Sangeeta Chetan spent years searching for a diamond polisher who understood what Hearts and Arrows meant. Most had never heard of it. The cut, born in Japan in the 1980s, remains so rare that only select international stores carry it. But bringing the Hearts & Arrows collection to Bangalore wasn't just business for this Coimbatore-based house. It was personal. Read more...

Real Luxury – Made in India, Made with Meaning: The Rise of Conscious Indian Luxury in 2026

Each Republic Day, India drapes itself in a tapestry of heritage, ceremony, and cinematic splendour — yet beyond the streets and screens, another celebration quietly unfolds — one of ingenuity, craft, and creative sovereignty. Luxury, once defined by imported labels and ostentation, is now being reimagined as an Indian story.

Prints With a Pulse: Shivani Nirupam’s Unapologetic 2026 Fashion Story

In an exclusive conversation with Sumita Chakraborty, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, TheGlitz, the dynamic Shivani Nirupam opens up about building Label Shivani Nirupam, a print-led, purpose-driven label, navigating India’s evolving fashion landscape, and why true luxury today lies in thoughtful design, emotional connection, and clothes that move with the woman who wears them.

TheGlitz Review: BiE O2 WOW! Oxygenating And Firming Mask — Is This the Glow Upgrade Your Skin’s Been Waiting For?

BiE sent the BiE O2 WOW! Oxygenating And Firming Mask to TheGlitz, and what followed was not just a skincare trial, but a rather indulgent skin awakening. At TheGlitz, we take our beauty rituals seriously... especially when a product promises oxygenated skin, firming results, and a visible glow powered by vital oxygen, stem cells, and acai berry. Naturally, we were intrigued… and cautiously optimistic.

TheGlitz Review: NIVEA Luminous Even Glow Oil Control Day Cream SPF 50 – Truly Amazing!

So, when NIVEA sent the NIVEA Luminous Even Glow Oil Control Day Cream with SPF 50 to TheGlitz for a review, we were genuinely curious to find out whether this product would live up to the illustrious reputation of brand NIVEA and help us from the winter sun. Especially since it was slated as a day cream that promises high sun protection, visible spot reduction, oil control, and hydration — all at a price point that doesn’t raise eyebrows?

The Amazing Leafoberryy Japan Ritual Scrub – Fermented Rice Scrub TheGlitz 2025 Review

In a world overflowing with skincare products that promise the moon and deliver a mere flicker, it takes something truly special to make you pause, look closer, and say, “Oh yes… this is different.” The Leafoberryy Japan Ritual Scrub – Fermented Rice Scrub is one of those rare finds. Sent to TheGlitz for an honest review, this product instantly stood out for its quality and elegance. Priced at Rs 639, it delivers the kind of gentle, revitalizing glow that feels both luxurious and rooted in ancient beauty wisdom.

Dynamic Indian Cinema Icons Inspire the Next Generation at Whistling Woods International Convocation 2026 Anil Mehta and Prosenjit Chatterjee Honoured with Maestro Awards

Set against an atmosphere charged with ambition, artistry, and legacy, Whistling Woods International (WWI), India’s premier institute for film, communication, and creative technologies, hosted its 17th Annual Convocation Ceremony, celebrating the graduating Class of 2025. Over 300 students crossed a defining threshold, stepping from classrooms into the creative industries with vision, voice, and purpose. For TheGlitz, this was not merely a convocation... it was a glimpse into the future of Indian films, communication and storytelling.

Is Kartik Aaryan Being Targeted by Bollywood ‘Insiders’? Faces Brutal Backlash After ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’s Epic Debacle

The multi-talented, charismatic Kartik Aryaan who was happily surfing through the successful waves of stardom until Bollywood’s unpredictable roller‑coaster threw him yet another loop — and it was a tongue-twister film called 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri'. And this tumultuous time, the actor now finds himself plumb in the eye of a swirling storm.

Analysing The ‘Dhurandhar’ 2025 Ripple Effect That Has Caught the Frenzied Imagination of an Entire Nation

It's a deluge... 700 crores and still counting... The rousing 'Dhurandhar' wave not only 'tornado'ed box offices across the world, but it also shattered all sorts of records - from being the most watched film worldwide and supposedly, most pirated too especially in Pakistan, to getting explosively 'Gram'med with the blitzkrieg of viral 'Hamza' (Ranveer Singh's character in Dhurandhar) spy reels... Sumita Chakraborty, Founder & Editor-in-chief, TheGlitz, muses over and analyses the runway success and hyper-visible world-wide appeal of 'Dhurandhar'.

Sarawak Wins Best Destination Marketing Campaign at OTM 2026

Sarawak Tourism Board marked a triumphant moment at Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) 2026, clinching the coveted Best Destination Marketing Campaign award and reinforcing its growing stature in the international travel landscape. This recognition is not merely a trophy moment but a validation of Sarawak’s sharply focused strategy to position itself as a culture- and nature-led gateway to Borneo. TheGlitz reports...

Desert X AlUla 2026: Where Monumental Art Meets the Timeless Exquisite Poetry of the Desert

In the vast, time-carved canyons of AlUla, where sandstone cliffs hold centuries of memory and silence hums with ancient resonance, Desert X AlUla 2026 has officially opened, marking the fourth edition of the internationally acclaimed open-air land art biennale.

Best Time to Visit Kerala: A Month-by-Month Travel Guide

Kerala is one of those places that remain pleasant all throughout the year. You can visit Kerala in any month and still enjoy a unique experience. From misty hill stations to calm backwaters to vibrant festivals, every month in Kerala offers some activity that will be worth your visit. And guess what, we did just that! TheGlitz explores how this diversity makes Kerala an all-season travel favourite, where every visit promises fresh discoveries and unforgettable moments.