3 Secrets Of People Whose Houses Are ALWAYS Clean

Everyone knows someone whose house is always flawlessly clean. It doesn’t matter if you show up there for an event or unannounced, it looks immaculate and polished every single time.

How do these people do it? Is there a secret society of the super clean freaks that we don’t know about?

Do not worry. You too can be a part of the super clean freaks society by following the 3 secrets of people whose houses are always clean.

1. They don’t hoard

The more stuff you have, the more you will have to clean. The more things you have on your table top, the more things that have to be dusted. This does not mean you need to live in an empty house, it just means you should only keep what’s necessary and not hoard.

Trust us, it’ll make your life so much easier.

2. They don’t leave cleaning for the very last minute

Think about it – is it easier to simply make your bed cause everything else is in its place or clean a room that hasn’t been swept/mopped in weeks and has clothes, books and other things strewn around all over?

It might be tempting in the moment to leave the dishes until tomorrow or put your clothes in a hamper, but too many “I’ll do it tomorrow” moments turn your house into an unmanageable mess. Clean as you go – it’ll take much less time and you’ll enjoy a cleaner house for a longer period of time.

3. They know where to focus their energy

You know what they say…fake it till you make it. We all know that cleaning is not exactly a fun task and there will be weeks when you just can’t find time to clean. So learn to fake it!

Pros know what areas to focus on and make it seem like their space is spotless, even if it’s not.

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Thai Vegetable Stir Fry

Events & Experiences

As the weather turns hot and humid, I find myself increasingly indecisive about what I want to eat. Maybe my cravings are scrambled by the constant passage from sweltering Bahrain streets to air-conditioned stores and hone; maybe it’s the explosive vegetation, or the expanse of summer produce suddenly available at the market. Regardless, summertime stresses me out—there’s just so much food out there, and I want all of it.

Thai food not only makes a stunning sight, laid out in a lavish, colorful spread, but the boldly sweet, sour, and spicy notes seem to physically lower my body temperature—even when the dishes themselves are fiery-hot. This particular recipe is quick, easy, and hot weather-friendly. This super tasty Thai Vegetable Stir Fry is a delicious, easy to make meal that proves vegetables need not be boring or tasteless!

The massive variety of seasonal vegetables is enough to make this Stir Fry a very healthy, fibre loaded meal.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots or purple onion,
5-6 cloves garlic, finely chopped,
1-2 thumb-size pieces ginger, sliced,
1/2 to 1 small fresh red chili, sliced, OR 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. chili flakes,
1 medium-size carrot, sliced,
5-6 mushrooms, sliced or left in halves or quarters,
1 small head broccoli, cut into florets,
1 red pepper, sliced into strips,
2-3 cups baby bok choy, or other Chinese cabbage (leaves left whole if not too large, otherwise cut in half or thirds),
handful fresh Thai basil,
2 tablespoons vegetable oil.
Stir-fry Sauce:
2/3 cup coconut milk,
2+1/2 tablespoons soy sauce,
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice,
1/3 to 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed chili (chili flakes),
2+1/2 teaspoons brown sugar.

Method:
-Combine ‘stir fry sauce’ ingredients together in a cup or bowl. Stir well to dissolve the sugar. Taste-test, keeping in mind that the first taste should be spicy-salty, followed by sweetness and the rich taste of the coconut milk.
-Warm a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add oil and swirl around, then add the shallot/onion, garlic, ginger, and chili. Stir-fry 1-2 minutes, then add the carrot, mushrooms, and cauliflower (if using). Also, add 1/4 of the stir-fry sauce. Continue stir-frying 2-3 minutes.
-Add the broccoli and red pepper plus enough sauce to gently simmer vegetables (about 2 minutes).
-Finally, add the bok choy or Chinese cabbage. Add more of the stir-fry sauce as needed, almost enough to just cover vegetables in sauce. Simmer until bok choy or cabbage is cooked.
-Remove from heat and taste-test. If not salty enough, add a little more soy sauce. If too salty or sweet, add a squeeze of lime juice. –Add more sugar or chili if desired. Top with fresh basil.

Serve over Thai jasmine rice or Thai coconut rice.

Variations: Great as a side dish, or make it into the main course by adding tofu, wheat gluten, cashews, shrimp or slices of chicken.

Creamy Chicken Fettuccine

Events & Experiences

Italian for dinner it is! This classic Italian dish is quick and easy to make. Whatever your choice, chicken or shrimp, with these simple steps, you’ll have a hearty dinner on the table in no time!

Don’t be intimidated by the name of this dish, it sounds like something only a restaurant can make for you, but stay with me! Read the instructions below-you can totally do this.

Here’s the recipe:
Serves 3-4
INGREDIENTS
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, sliced thinly into strips
1 onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
2 cups heavy cream
¼ cup parsley, chopped
12 ounces cooked fettucine
PREPARATION
Heat oil in a pot over high heat.
Add the chicken and let it brown in the pan, cooking until no pink is showing.
Add the onions, garlic, salt, and pepper, cook until onions are translucent and soft.
Add the heavy cream and parsley, stirring until evenly mixed.
Add the fettuccine and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
Serve!

A Resolution to Reflect and not Deflect

Experience and Collections

Every Year when the New Year arrives…

Suddenly we all feel at the top of the Mount Everest, we change our attitude towards change, we become little more philosophical, we are at the confluence of a defining time-zone that will re-define our future forever. The past becomes little more nostalgic, the present turns more vibrant and the future looks so exciting…and we try to seize every passing moment, this is the hour, as if we have been waiting for the entire year, it appears the whole year is abruptly disappearing from us during those very fleeting moments…we want to hold back the year going-away and we try to work the small things before the year ends, and at same time we want to plan out the big things that will mysteriously appear with the advent of New Year.

Mostly, we all have the inherent nature of resisting any form of change, primarily because we don’t want to defer our gratification. Though change is an essential element of our existence still we instinctively resist the change. But interestingly this is one change we all look forward…the change of year, and we welcome the change with lots of fun and frolic. Attitude is a matter of our outlook. There is a universal feeling and unanimous belief that with the onset of New Year, it will usher good things for us…we are brimming with joy and our mind exudes excitement.

Let the coming year be the harbinger of more HAPPINESS and better HEALTH & harvest promising HOPE and positive HAPPENINGS for all of us.

Wishing you Great Bliss 2016!

I know this will also come and go…

We all can Smile, Share & Support a little bit more in 2016 than we did in 2015

…a resolution to reflect and not deflect.

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Wishing you all a very Happy Reading and Blogging!!!

Xoxo

~Sanchali

***Courtesy: Nihar Pradhan

Shop Till You Drop

Events & Experiences, Hotel, Lifestyle

Get in on the fun of the Dubai Shopping Festival. The Dubai Shopping Festival takes place each year in the city, lasting a month and bringing millions of eager bargain hunters to the city. In total, the event has attracted 35 million visitors to Dubai since 1996. Dubai is renowned for being a beautiful harmony of tradition and modernity, and nowhere is this more evident than in its shopping scene. On top of taking advantage of Dubai’s famous luxury malls and typical souks for some unique retail therapy, visitors will be able to experience Dubai as a family-friendly tourist destination. Take a look at the specially designed Shopping Festival 2016 package “‘Shop Till You Drop’’ launched by the award-winning five-star hotel in opulent Dubai and plan your trip to the pearl of the Gulf. Add more style to your Dubai experience by staying at The Oberoi, Dubai. Located in the downtown area the hotel is just minutes away from the Dubai Mall and the Mall of Emirates.

Available from January 02, 2016 the ‘’Shop Till You Drop’’ package at The Oberoi, Dubai, offers a stunning five-star stay next to Dubai’s Burj Khalifa. Bigger is always better, or at least that’s what you’ll be thinking when staring up at the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, during your stay at The Oberoi, Dubai. Ideally located 5 minutes’ drive from The Dubai Mall, this 5-star hotel offers an Olympic-sized outdoor pool – we told you size was important – and extensive spa menu to soothe post-shopping muscles after a visit to the nearby Dubai Mall.

Designed keeping in mind the astute taste of the guests, the ‘’Shop Till You Drop’’ package incorporates complimentary hourly shuttle service to the festival venues, that will ensure guests are never far away from the action. Guests can even send their shopping bags back to their room while they continue to shop, dine or simply soak in the entertainment. A dedicated concierge desk will guide the guests to the best bargains of the day. All this while you stay at the most elegant accommodations in the city, with a choice of the finest world cuisine and savour the legendary and award winning hospitality of Oberoi Hotels.

Package Overview:

The Shop Till You Drop Package at the Oberoi Dubai includes:

Luxury Accommodation in Deluxe Room.
24-hour butler service, to assist with every last detail, such as the packing of purchases, the booking of personal stylist consultants or arranging private viewings in exclusive boutiques.
Daily buffet breakfast for two at the World Cuisine Restaurant – Nine7One
Hotel credit of AED 200 per room per day for redemption across all three signature restaurants and at The Oberoi Spa.
Scheduled shuttle service to Dubai Mall
Shopping bags collection service, three times a day from the malls, while you continue shopping

Package Price:

The ‘’Shop Till You Drop’’ Experience at The Oberoi, Dubai is priced at AED 1,400 / £243 GBP (approx.) per night and is subject to 10% municipality fees, 10% service charge and tourism dirham fee of AED 20, per bedroom, per night.

Note:

The ‘‘Shop Till You Drop’’ package at The Oberoi Dubai, is available from 2nd January to 2nd February 2016.

* Terms and conditions apply

Offer applicable for a minimum of a two nights stay. Offer excludes 24th – 28th January 2016
Hotel credit not applicable at Lindo Beauty Spa and Iris Restaurant & Bar Lounge. Hotel credit to be used towards charges at the hotel restaurants and spa only (does not include room charges). Credit must be used during the stay and cannot be combined with any other offer
Extension of stay on the same rate is subject to availability of rooms

Plan your visit to Dubai to experience this unique Package first-hand, Indulge in lavishness and enjoy the pleasures of premium exclusive services.

Need more information about the Package? Got some pre-stay queries? Want to request a quote or make a reservation? Please call +971 4 444 1 444 or e-mail Reservations.TODB@oberoihotels.com and quote ‘Shop Till you Drop’.

Let the coming year be the harbinger of more HAPPINESS and better HEALTH & harvest promising HOPE and positive HAPPENINGS for all of us.

Wishing you Great Bliss 2016!

Xoxo

~Sanchali

2015 in review

Experience and Collections

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2015 annual report for this blog.

Here’s an excerpt:

A San Francisco cable car holds 60 people. This blog was viewed about 880 times in 2015. If it were a cable car, it would take about 15 trips to carry that many people.

Click here to see the complete report.

A Year full Of Surprises

Events & Experiences

It’s Boxing Day 2015 and my husband and I are feeling full of love, food and Rehydrate after last night. We were planning to go on a trip to the King Fahd Causeway that links Saudi Arabia with Bahrain, but have changed mind, decided to stay home, order food, watch movies (that are added to our queue of must-see films) and drink Coffee ❤

This year we had Christmas in a new country and we were absolutely enchanted with the festive spirit and Father Christmas! It may not have been a traditional Christmas braai but it was our Christmas and one that we’ll cherish for many years to come.

It was one of the best Gifts on Christmas Day ever

Christmas lights are always so twisted..But I like them so much 🙂 ❤

Couldn’t have asked for a better way to end 2015. I hope you all had a wonderful ‪Christmas and a great start to the New Year ‬wherever you are and whatever you did 🙂

Xoxo

~Sanchali

Home of Motorsport in the Middle East

Events & Experiences, Travel and Food

I went to the Bahrain International Circuit on December 16. It was my first race circuit experience and a fantastic one altogether. Bahrain itself is an incredible country, experiencing that furious development the gulf has recently become famous for. The circuit is 30 km from Manama (from where i stay) and it takes around 35 minutes to get there by car. As it was the 44th National Day of Bahrain, it took us about 3 hours to reach there due to the celebrations and heavy traffic.

Apologies for the quality of the photo people, they were clicked with my mobile phone and the camera modes somehow just weren’t working right that evening, but it gives a flavor of the celebrations.

The drive to the circuit is quite incredible.. scenic dessert landscape the whole way, then suddenly the massive entrance to the complex and the huge round princes tower suddenly pops into view. Its literally in the middle of the dessert. The organisation and facilities were of world class standard. We were dropped off at the entrance right in front of our grandstand.

The distinctive Al-Sakhir Tower of the Formula One Racetrack rises above the surrounding desert like a beacon. If you are visiting Bahrain out of season and are curious to see what a state-of-the-art race track looks like, then you can join a 40-minute tour of the grounds, including the media centre and race control room, and even take a lap around the circuit.

There are also opportunities to see drag racing at the circuit and to experience four-wheel driving (BD12 for 25-minute ride; BD65 for self-drive). Go-carting (BD10 for 15-minute drive) is available daily.

Thank y’all for stopping by my blog! I hope you enjoy reading my posts as much as I enjoy writing them, and if you have any questions make sure you leave a comment! Save and share the places you love in your city ❤ Until my next post

Xoxo

~Sanchali

Bluefield Burger – A Quick Bite

Events & Experiences, Travel and Food

Good Evening from Manama!! 🙂

Bluefield Burger Evening Snack

This place has a very light atmosphere with bright colors, and when I see a bit of turquoise somewhere, my heart always skips a beat. My husband and I joined a friend here for a quick snack as we were picking up some groceries, the service team are very friendly and the food is well priced, fresh and tasty. The drinks are presented well and again are tasty and freshly made. Try the Homemade Greek Ice tea. They are quick and convenient, a good option for a quick bite and potentially a more substantial meal.

I love Bluefield’s menu. I believe they serve the best hot-dog in the whole Bahrain. My favorites are Chicken Quesadilla, Salmon Fillet and Aegean Cheese Rolls. The breakfast menu is also very good and the Coffee is great! I will become a loyal customer for sure 🙂 A lovely place to be I’ll certainly recommend it to family and friends.

Save and share the places you love in your city in the comments below! ❤

Xoxo

~Sanchali

Northern Run

Events & Experiences, Travel and Food

After showing you around the western and the eastern part of my new neighborhood, it’s time again for yet another part of the neighborhood stroll and this time it’s gonna be the Northern part, my absolute favorite in the neighborhood. This part of the neighborhood has a lot to offer. I like to start at the corner of Marvida Tower ( my current apartment) and Marriott Executive Apartments and then head east. There’s a nice loop, just under 6 miles that can be done without a single traffic light.

I love this path, and usually take a stroll or run on it. It’s a nice scenic loop, always lots of folks are out enjoying the bike path, fishing or just enjoying a great view of the Sea and the City. Makes for a nice morning run, or an evening sunset stroll. Lovely way to see part of Manama!!

Will share more about the place in the coming weeks.. Now it’s time to say good night. Good Night. Sleep Tight and Stay Healthy 🙂

Xoxo

~Sanchali