Charosa Vineyards Launches Its Exquisite Range of Wines From The Nashik Region in Maharashtra

                 

  Charosa Vineyards Launches Its Exquisite Range of Wines From The Nashik Region in Maharashtra

24^th January 2014, Mumbai:  Charosa Vineyards launched its exquisite range of wines at Pali Village Café, Bandra in Mumbai today in an elegant setting. Charosa Vineyards is the first Indian Wine Brand named after the Charosa village in Nashik, the wine capital of India.

Charosa Vineyards hosted a sparkling evening which was an amalgamation of delightful new–world wines and rich conversations. For wine lovers, it was an expedition into the unique world of wines and the labor of love that went into the making of these fine wines from Charosa.

The menu was designed to complement the selection from Charosa and added a unique taste to gastronomical element at the dinner occasion and an interactive wine pairing dialogue that enhanced the experience.

A special menu featured a selection of mouth watering appetizers of Roasted Bell Pepper & Jalapeno Hummus, Mushroom & Almond Pate on Melba, Prawns in Lemon Coriander Broth, Roast Garlic Marinated Chicken. This was followed by the main course assortment of Roasted Tomato & Mascarpone Risotto, Winter Veg Lasagna, Herb Grilled Chicken with Peppercorn Jus and Pan Seared Cambodian Bassa and Hazelnut Mousse Flan & Flourless Chocolate Fudge as desserts.

Present at the launch event were Parag Kamat, Chief Operating Officer, Charosa Wineries Ltd along with Clive Castelino,Manager - Training & Corporate Sales and Ashok Patil, Wine Maker.

Speaking on the launch Parag Kamat, Chief Operating Officer, Charosa Wineries Ltd said “We are very pleased to introduce Charosa Vineyards to you, made from the finest grapes from the heart of the wine country in India. The wine industry is growing faster than any other alcoholic beverage in India and the wine market has emerged in the last 20 years. Keeping this in mind, our wines will cater to both the premium and semi-premium segment which will meet the consumer demand in the market. We are proud to present our artfully crafted labour of love, which is at par with the best internationally”.

The exclusive range of wines that were showcased at the launch were Charosa Reserve Tempranillo, Charosa Reserve Cabernet  Sauvignon, Charosa Selections Sauvignon Blanc, Charosa Selections Shiraz, Charosa Selections Viognier, Charosa Pleasures Sauvignon Blanc and Charosa Pleasures Cabernet Shiraz.

           

Set amidst a sprawling 230 acres, the Charosa Vineyards in the Dindori-Niphad-Satara area of Nashik boasts of the finest wine-friendly weather and soil where every drop of wine created here is a delight. Featuring 7 of the finest quality, Charosa Vineyardsbrings to you the delightful world of new-world wines: Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier.

They say a great palate and nose is akin to the golden goose for winemakers, and many reputations are built around the ability to blend masterfully and consistently, a pleasurable task executed with aplomb by the wine tasters and vintners at Charosa.

Charosa Reserve Tempranillo is dark ruby red in color, and is filled with rich Coconut, Vanilla, Chocolate and Raspberry aromas. A medium-bodied wine which has an excellent concentration of warm red fruit flavors like Raspberry, Strawberry and Plum, distinctly ripe and fleshy. Tempranillo Reserve is a well-balanced wine which signs off with a perfectly round and soft finish.

Charosa Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a dark, ruby red wine is blessed with complex aromas - ripe fruits, Black Olive, Vanilla, Eucalyptus, Chocolate and a hint of sweet spice. On the palate, this full-bodied wine is rich and soft. It expresses ripe fruits like Plum and Raspberry and finishes with well-balanced tannins.

Charosa Selections Shiraz is a blend of fresh dark fruits like Raspberry, Strawberry, Cherry and Vanilla lends to its toasty aroma. This ruby red, mid palate wine expresses ripe red fruit and mature tannins, and boasts of a great spicy finish with a hint of Oak.

Charosa Selections Sauvignon Blanc is a wine comes alive with intense tropical flavors of Gooseberry and Orange. This bright, straw-yellow, mid-palate wine is broad, balanced and quite rich with tropical fruits and a grassy mineral freshness.

Charosa Selections Viognier is a wine that boasts of a very rich, fruity floral nose, displaying aromas of sweet spices like Cinnamon and delicate Apricot. This bright, straw-yellow wine has a full palate, and a soft silky texture imparted by short aging in new French Oak barrels. 

Charosa Pleasures Cabernet Shiraz is a Still Red wine which is a classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz designed to be soft and fruity yet firm through the palate. Nose displaying red ripe berry fruit with toasty , vanilla and chocolate aromas. The vibrant fruit and subtle French oak flavors are balanced by fine ripe tannins.

Charosa Pleasures Sauvignon Blanc is white wine which is a mix of tropical fruit, lychee, citrus and orange flavors balanced by refreshing acidity. Round and fruity on the mid palate displaying long lasting fruity finish.

Artfully crafted, Charosa Vineyards is all set to create an Indian wine brand that is on par with the best internationally.

 

The Varietals Are Priced At:

Reserve Series-   1,500

Selections Series-  Red   800 & White  750

Pleasures Series- Red   550 & White   500

Charosa Vineyards is available at all key retail outlets in Mumbai such as:

·         All Godrej Nature Basket Stores; Haiko Supermarket, Reliance stores

·         Powai - Star wines;

·         Crawford Market  - PK wines, Shah Wines;

·         Hughes Rd- Sovereign Wines;

·         Dadar- Modern Wines;

·         Juhu- Juben Wines;

·         Mulund- Mahalaxhmi Wines;

·         Cuff Parade- Patel Wines;

·         Malad - Crystal Wines, GK wines, Joseph Lawerence Wines, Chincoli wines;

·         Bandra -Pinky wines, Jude Wines, Kashmir Wines;

·         Andheri- Aradhana Wines;

·         Borivali-Sushmita Wines;

·         Wadala - Pick up wines

 

Charosa Vineyards is available at all key retail outlets in Pune such as:

·         Aparna Wines; Captor Beer Shop;

·         A - Zone Wines; Chilled beer Shop;

·         Eagle Wines; GSP Wine; Ghule Wines;

·         Infinity Wines; Kranti Wines;

·         Kunal Wines; Lucky Wines GNB ;

·         Pengvin Beer Shop; Prakash Wines;

·         Preetam Wines; Sagar Beer Shop;

·         The Providore; Sunil Wines;

·         Sunny Beer Shop;

·         V.R.Wines; Wine Terminal;

·         K.M.Wines; S.M.Ghule Wines;

·         Taj Wines; Liquid Hut Beer Shop;

·         Hira Wines; K.P.Beer Shop;

·         Bottoms Up Wines; Wingate Wine

ABOUT CHAROSA VINEYARDS:

The creation of fine Charosa wine is based on the true fusion of science and art. The wine making process at Charosa is unique, with open tank fermenters being used for the first time in India. The use of super specialty equipment, such as the inert gas press, ensures that only the best quality juice is used for the wine making process. Like all things born of nature, the earth here plays a pivotal role in wine making. 

Add to the heady mix, the right climate and sloped landscape which make it conducive to growing vineyards, and you have all the elements that add a bit of ‘je ne sais quoi’ that turns a good wine into a great wine.

The Tuscan look at Charosa Vineyards is boasts of contemporary vernacular architecture. It is surrounded by picturesque hills, valleys, forests, and water bodies, it is a location ripe with possibilities

20 Amazing Benefits of cardamum

Ayurveda

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1. Cardamom fight against gas. It helps to relieve gas and heart burn.
2. Cardamom gives instant relief from the headache.(applying the paste over forehead gives the relief.)
3. Cardamom is useful for the protection against heat stroke. One should chew a cardamom while going outside home in sun.
4. Aromatic cardamom acts as breath freshener because of its fragrance.
5. Cardamom is very good refinement spice against caffeine. (detoxifies caffeine).
6. Helpful in balancing all the three doshas that’s why termed as “tridoshic”Little quantity of cardamom is beneficial in balacing kapha”.
7. Useful in various kinds of respiratory disorders. In sore throat beneficial.
8. Cardamom also helps in asthma and whooping-cough. Make a paste by adding cardamom powder and honey. Regular use of this mixture will give you relief from asthma and whooping-cough.
9. Cardamom has very good anti-spasmodic abilities so it is very helpful in stopping spasms and tremors.
10. Cardamom helps in the stimulation and regulation process of discharge of gastric juices and balances stomach acids.
11. Cardamom helps greatly to cure teeth gum and tooth infections.
12. Cardamom supports the detoxification process of the body and helps to filter the entire body.
13. Cardamom is useful in the problems of urinating. You just have to eat cardamom added in to amla, curd, or honey.
14. Cardamom warms the respiratory tract and by doing this, it increases the circulation to the lungs.
15. It helps those suffering from stomach cramps (cardmom +long pepper+clarified butter).
16. Cardamom is a boon for vocalists as it helps in improving voice.
17. It has some role in relieving hiccups.
18. It is one of the antidepressant in Ayurveda.
19. Good remedy in vomiting.
20. Cardamom’s aroma has encouraging effects on the nervous system. It gives healthy feelings during the period of weakness.

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Dubai promotes its gourmet credentials with the launch of Dubai Food Festival

Dubai promotes its gourmet credentials with the launch of

Dubai Food Festival

• Foodie festivities kick off with the Dubai Food Carnival, and include Gulfood and The Big Grill before Taste of Dubai finale
• Highlighting Dubai’s diverse culinary offering, culinary activities span four weekends in February and March with city-wide events, industry conferences and  appearances from world-renowned Chefs

Mumbai, 09 January 2014: Already making waves as an emerging gastronomic destination, Dubai today further strengthened its gourmet credentials with the launch of the Dubai Food Festival.  Launched by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing the new festival brings together some of the Emirate’s most popular business and consumer food events for business and consumers–including Gulfood and Taste of Dubai – with the inaugural editions of the Dubai Food Carnival and The Big Grill.  Running over 23 days, including four weekends from 21 February to March 15, 2014, Dubai Food Festival will also feature a wide range of food-related activities, tastings, offers and events, showcasing the Emirate’s diverse food offering, from Michelin starred chefs to street food, drawn from the cuisines of more than 200 nationalities.

Created for residents of Dubai and visitors to the Emirate, the Dubai Food Festival will celebrate and enhance Dubai’s position as the gastronomy capital of the region with more than 5,300 restaurants and places to eat. Intended to become an annual fixture on Dubai’s calendar of world class festivals, as well as providing entertainment for residents and visitors, the festival has been developed as an opportunity to contribute to the further development of the food and restaurant sector and support the tourism and hospitality industry through increasing the international awareness of Dubai as one of the emerging gastronomy destinations on the world stage.

His Excellency Helal Saeed Almarri, Director-General of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing said: “Dubai’s status as a culinary destination is one that has risen considerably in recent years and the creation of a city-wide food festival will contribute to enhancing this further. The Festival works on a number of levels. It creates a real reason to visit and to extend a stay in the Emirate for the growing number of global travellers seeking out food experiences.  It is a platform on which to showcase our leisure and business events sectors, as well as the world-class restaurants and chefs in our city. It allows us to further extend our lead as the region’s leading family tourism destination and it provides a chance for us to share Emirati culture, cuisine and hospitality with the world.”

Her Excellency Laila Mohammed Suhail Chief Executive Officer, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, an agency of DTCM, said: “The packed festival programme is designed to showcase the wealth of flavours and cuisines on offer in Dubai, and will promote the diversity, creativity and multi-cultural nature of Dubai’s culinary offering – one drawn from traditional Emirati cuisine as well as from the cuisines of the 200 nationalities living in the Emirate today. The programme brings together a number of established events such as Gulfood and Taste of Dubai with a range of new events, including the festival opening Dubai Food Carnival. In the lead up to the Festival we will be announcing more exciting events and initiatives, all intended to showcase our culinary offering.”

Dubai Food Festival will launch with the inaugural Dubai Food Carnival, a celebration of all things food, fun and entertainment, on 21 and 22 February at Dubai Festival City. The hugely-anticipated gastronomy social event, which is being organised by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), will feature celebrity chefs conducting educational culinary master classes and workshops, dozens of international food pavilions, mouth-watering food tastings and a multi-cultural feast of music, comedy and family-themed competitions playing out to tens of thousands of visitors on a blockbuster 360° stage.

The festival continues with Gulfood 2014 –the world’s largest annual food and hospitality trade show. Running over five days from 23-27 February, the show’s 19th outing at DWTC will boast a host of new features, national pavilions, specialist conferences, high-ranking ministerial summits and pioneering B2B programmes in a segmented format covering the entire foodservice sector. Gulfood will feature more than 20,000 brands, 4,500 exhibitors, 120 country pavilions and 80,000 visitors.

The last day of Gulfood also coincides with day one of a new event for Dubai, The Big Grill. Taking place on the 27th and 28th February at Emirates Golf Club, The Big Grill 2014 is a celebration of meat and music; a unique event dedicated to anything grilled. Top grill masters, from the high street to the high-end, will serve their delicacies in a vibrant festive and family friendly atmosphere, while a King of the Grill competition aims to seek out and showcase Dubai’s own BBQ masters. Attendees can also expect a fun and lively entertainment lineup featuring international artists, live music, and local DJs.

Throughout the Food Festival a range of gourmet experiences and culinary delights will take place at participating restaurants and venues across Dubai before the festival finale, Taste of Dubai.  Held at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre from 13-15 March 2014, this annual al fresco festival attracts crowds of foodies and their families year on year. For the last seven years, crowds are drawn by the fabulous food, drink and music and thechance to sample delicious signature dishes from the fine-dining restaurants of Dubai, as well as rub shoulders with a celebrity chef or two and an abundance of epicurean exhibitors.

More information about the inaugural Dubai Food Festival will be announced over the coming weeks.

Commenting on the importance of the Indian market for visitor traffic into Dubai, Carl Vaz, Director ‐ DTCM India said: “India continues to be a top source market for inbound visitors into Dubai with the total number of Indian guests reaching 631,638 for the first nine  months of 2013, an  increase close to 15% over the corresponding period last year.”

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About Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM)

With the ultimate vision of positioning Dubai as the world’s leading tourism destination and commercial hub, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing’s (DTCM) mission is to increase the awareness of Dubai to global audiences and to attract tourists and inward investment into the Emirate.

DTCM is the principal authority for the planning, supervision, development and marketing of Dubai’s tourism sector; markets and promotes the Emirate’s commerce sector; and is responsible for the licencing and classification of all tourism services, including hotels, tour operators and travel agents. Brands and departments within the DTCM portfolio include Dubai Convention and Events Bureau, Dubai Calendar, and Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (formerly known as Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment). In addition to its headquarters in Dubai, DTCM operates 20 offices worldwide.

For further information about DTCM, please contact:

Mr. Carl Vaz

Director – India

Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing

1104 Arcadia, 11th Floor

Nariman Point, Mumbai 400 021

Tel: +91 22 22828836 / 22828837 Fax: +91 22 22828835

Email: dtcm_in@dubaitourism.ae  

About Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)

As the organiser of Gulfood 2014 and the inaugural Dubai Food Carnival, DWTC brings more than 34 years’ experience delivering world-class events in the Middle East, and providing local, regional and international exhibitors with unmatched expertise and in-depth market knowledge. Our team organises 18 of the region’s largest and most successful international and regional shows, providing an ideal platform for business development across the region. For more information visit: www.dwtc.com

About Sundance Events, Organisers of The Big Grill:

Sundance Events has been organising and producing live concerts for U.A.E. audiences since 2007, and decided to launch the Sundance LIVE brand in 2012. Mario Zakhary, the Founder and Managing Director of the brand, is a professional in events and a pioneer in bringing Arab superstars to the U.A.E. and organising their concerts in an outdoor, festival-style setting. Over the years, Sundance has been working on expanding their portfolio of live events to encompass celebrated artists from different countries, representing diverse musical genres and audience tastes. Sundance LIVE is also known for organising comedy nights and the popular HUSH Ramadan lounge. In addition, Sundance Events is a leading organiser of high profile corporate events and live brand communication campaigns.“Sundance”, “Sundance Events” and “Sundance LIVE” are owned and operated by Sundance Events FZ LLC and are not associated with SANDANCE®, owned and operated by Kerzner International Limited.”

About Taste of Dubai:

Now in its 7th year, Taste of Dubai is firmly established as a must-attend event with its enviable restaurant line-up and the enthusiasm of visitors, sponsors and exhibitors alike. Dubai’s best food, drink and entertainment, all wrapped up in an electric atmosphere in the Amphitheatre at Dubai Media City. A fabulous food, drink and music festival for those looking to sample delicious signature dishes from the fine-dining restaurants of Dubai. Outstanding live music, celebrity chefs and an abundance of epicurean exhibitors join forces to create a festival atmosphere in Dubai’s number one al fresco venue.

5 Health Foods that are NOT Health Foods By Elizabeth Renter

5 Health Foods that are NOT Health Foods By Elizabeth Renter 


Do you believe that diet soda is healthful? What about flavored water? For one reason or another, there are numerous foods that have gained the title of “healthy food” when they really aren’t. Many of these foods are still being sold as healthy options and well-intentioned consumers are continuing to eat it up. Sometimes these food aren’t the worst of the bunch, but they are still not healthful options. 
Seeing through the multi-million dollar marketing ploys of food makers is difficult. After all, they spend stacks of cash and employ people who are the very best at what they do in order to convince you their product is worthwhile. 
Here are just 5 food products you might believe are good for you due to clever marketing and misleading information. 

1. Soy products including tofu, soy milk and soy proteins - Non-organic soy products are most likely GMO. As a matter of fact, 90% of non-organic soy products sold in the U.S. are from genetically modified crops. While it’s marketed as a good source of plant-based protein, soy can have numerous unintended effects. Even organic soy has been shown to have endocrine disrupting effects, potentially leading to thyroid dysfunction, infertility, and even cancer. Admittedly, this is a controversial food in terms of healthfulness (when no GMO), so consume with cation. 

2. “Healthy” cereals - Breakfast cereals with whole grains are marketed as a great way to start your day, but those whole grains are highly over-consumed by westerners, to the point where our body systems are inflamed and we become insulin resistant. Grains can cause the body to resist leptin, the hormone that predicts the onset of obesity, metabolic syndrome, and insulin resistance. Still, the “whole grains” labels are plastered all over grocery store shelves in an effort to convince you they are healthy. 


3. Low-fat, low-sodium, or “lite” soups - Canned soups, no matter the label, are not a healthy option. Not only are they likely contaminated with the BPA lining the can, but they often contain flavor enhancers like MSG, http://naturalsociety.com/flavor-enhancer-msg-linked-to-weight-gain/ known to cause migraines, obesity, and maybe even ADHD. They aren’t among some of the worst foods, but they certainly aren’t great either. 


4. Agave - Agave has attracted many people because it’s natural, plant-based. But so is sugar. Like these sweeteners, agave isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. It contains about 55% fructose, is highly processed http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/the-truth-about-agave, and lacks nutritional value. Need a little sweetener? Try raw, organic, locally-sourced honey. 


5. Diet soda - Is diet soda bad for you? You bet. While diet soda doesn’t contain loads and loads of sugar like typical cola, this ‘healthy’ drink has been tied to everything from kidney failure and cancer, to obesity and stroke. Stick to filtered water. 


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