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  • Sikh Brothers Sell Street Food Wearing Business Suits

    Sikh Brothers Sell Street Food Wearing Business Suits

    There are times when food doesn’t just satisfy our bellies but touch our hearts and souls. A duo selling Indian street food in Mohali near Chandigarh, with love, compassion and best intentions in mind is making people go wow! Desi street food is arguably the most recognizable and widely-available Indian food. From street vendors to grocery stores to the menu in restaurants small and large, these delectable morsels are practically synonymous with Indian cuisine

    However, have you ever seen Indian street sellers dressed up stylishly in their formal suits? You must be surprised reading this. Aren’t you? They don’t intend to go for any meeting, but to sell street food. Isn’t that interesting to see? 

    Who are these two Sikh Brothers? 

    It’s the story of two young friends of 22 years of age named Guri and Mania. They are holders of hotel management degrees and later worked in Domino’s Pizza as well. Not only this, the team of two also worked for Nik Bakers as they were always fascinated with bakery and wanted to be skilled in the same field as well. After that, they decided to quit, invest their personal savings in building this business which has now become the major spotlight of the city.

    two sikh brothers selling indian street food in Mohali wearing business suits

    They dress up in business suits every day and sell desi street food. They both sell all kinds of cuisines ranging from golgappa to aloo tikki. Finding a place on their plates , and hearts, these brothers are literally short of hand these days. 

    What made them start this business?

    Talking about the initial stage of their journey, they shared that they had no support from their parents. And just like a typical mindset, they wished them to have jobs. For the early six months, they didn’t disclose anything to their parents about what they do in Mohali.

    Indian street food in Mohali

    However, now, with grit and determination, these two friends decided to start working on a street-food stall. But soon after all this, they decided to quit, invest their savings in building this small venture which has now gathered a huge spotlight. And now, with their lip-smacking Indian street food and their humbleness, they have gone viral among people. And, how can social media be left behind? Various bloggers went to their stall and covered their story and business ideology. They are also known as ‘Smart Sikh Brothers’ and are famous for their style of selling formal suits. 

    Why do they dress up in formal business attire? 

    Wearing suits and selling street food? What? Don’t they feel weird or uncomfortable? Is this what you’re thinking, right? Well, it’s none of those! 

    Indian street food in Mohali

    Instead, for them, wearing their Hotel Management uniform is a sign of pride and honour. Paying attention to the importance of appearance, They said that during studying in college, they were taught to always be groomed up neatly and smartly while attending the customers. 

    What do these boys sell? 

    Guri and Mania sell freshly prepared street food items like Aloo Tikki Chaat, Dahi Bhalla Chaat, Bhalla Papri Chaat, Gol-Gappe and more. They shared that they wake up at 6 in the morning, prepare fresh chutneys and condiments for the day. They both feel content and joyful to see when all gets finished by the end of the day.

    Just take a look at this video!

    Where can you find this duo? 

    You can easily locate them opposite Gurudwara Singh Sabha in Phase 11, Mohali. 

    Their future Plans

    In future, with all the earnings their stall makes said that once his shop earns more than needed then he’ll start up a small shop of his named ‘I love Punjab.’ Additionally, he also plans to expand his chaat business. 

    Wrapping It Up

    The two Sikh brothers are a perfect example of doing what their heart desires. A street food stall with flavorful delicacies, warmth and humbleness. This place in Mohali witnesses crowds of people seeking fresh street food that not just taste but also fills their souls. You definitely gotta try and appreciate them, and you may feel inspired or your dreams may get a push. You never know!

  • Flow Workspaces: Share, Co-exist And Achieve Together

    Flow Workspaces: Share, Co-exist And Achieve Together

    In 2005,  Brad Neuberg, a dreamer, and fearless entrepreneur coined the term “coworking” as a shared office space on the launch of  the first coworking space in San Francisco. Coworking space is a place where virtual workers enjoy the absence of corporate limitations and restrictions. In addition, it offers flexible memberships meeting their business and personal requirements.

    A very famous quote says,

    “Coworking offers more freedom, independence, possibilities for self-realization and overall more freedom of choice than other forms  of work. 

    ~Carsten Foertsch, Deskmag

    What is Flow Workspaces?

    What strikes your mind when you think about Flow Workspaces? Of course, Flow Workspace is about sharing infrastructure and cost but it’s also a melting pot of open social interaction, collaboration, fun, creativity, accessibility, and sustainability.

    Flow Workspaces

    Being an entrepreneur, I always wanted a workspace where I could think creatively and implement it in the best possible way. My vision led me to start this idea with the purpose of providing the best working space for individuals thriving in the corporate world. 

    The place is located in the heart of Mohali and is easily accessible from all major locations of Chandigarh, Tricity.

    Why is Coworking Space important?

    To work alongside strangers can be scary but so fruitful. One of the best reasons to work from a coworking space are mentioned below:

    Ideal space for entrepreneurs 

    Coworking spaces provide small businesses, independent contractors and other workers a space to work, network and participate in the local business community. 

    A source of Social Interaction

    source of Social Interaction at Flow Workspace

    Perfect foundation for startups and entrepreneurs. It gives the possibility to both scale up and scale down the number of team members depending on their needs. Freelancers can enjoy the freedom of coworking policy. They can decide where and when to work, staying in the office environment and being a part of a productive community that unites people with a similar mindset.

    Improves Work-Life balance

    It is extremely crucial and important for everyone to understand the importance of separating home and work. With a co-working space or a serviced office, it is much easier to separate the two as you can physically “leave it at work” as opposed to having it at home.

    Understanding , Using & Managing, Collaboration and Creation

    Nowadays, coworking has transformed into a global phenomenon. It is definitely a new way of getting work done and sharing. Further, coworking ecosystems are created as productive and collaborative environments.

    Benefits provided by Flow Workspaces 

    Not just a coworking space, but Flow Workspaces also provides numerous perks. Some significant advantages are listed below:

    More Networking Opportunity

    One of the biggest benefits of a coworking space is providing a positive, inspiring, and affordable space for individuals and small businesses to realize their unique projects and connect with a community of like-minded, forward-thinking creators. Therefore, you feel part of the community. 

    Improvement Productivity

    This is especially true for small business owners working out of a home office. When we’re at home, it can be easy to get distracted. Kids need attention, the house needs to be cleaned or maintained and special projects can constantly crop up in our minds.

    Cost-efficient 

    Co-working space in mohali, flow workspaces

    Of course , a coworking approach is ultimately going to deduce all the costs involved in maintaining a company. 

    Collaboration Opportunities

    Last but not the least, coworking spaces offer you unlimited chances and opportunities. I mean, who knows where a casual conversation may work? Working in such an environment allows quick collaboration to occur. Moreover, you could be hiring someone new

    Types of Coworking Spaces Flow Workspaces provide

    In this section, we are going to break down the main types of coworking spaces that are available.

    • Desks- This category provides a Dedicated Seat along with multiple perks and amenities that will make your workday a lot less stress-free and a little more fun.
    Dedicated desk Flow Workspaces
    • Cabin Rooms– We have well-furnished 4-seater and 6-seater cabin spaces. 
    Cabin Rooms Flow Workspaces
    • Meeting Room-For all your one-on-one interview or a team meeting, Flow has on-demand meeting space to meet your demands, in an environment that is designed to motivate.
    Meeting room Flow Workspaces

    NOTE: Our managers put in the best efforts to get something that fits your needs. You can grab custom-made plans according to your interests. 

    Amenities 

    Flow Workspaces provides ample of facilities for you to motivate, create and establish a business.

    24/7– Firstly, one of the best parts of Flow is that it’s opened round-the-clock. So, you can hop onto literally anytime you want. 

    Events– Secondly, enjoy conferences, seminars, musical night and entrepreneurial sessions at Flow workspace

    Printer– Choosing to work from a coworking space helps you save a lot of money and gives you access to a lot of important amenities such as printing pages. 

    Cafe -With comfortable seating, power outlets, and delicious food and beverage options available. 

    Meeting Rooms– For all your zoom or in-person meetings 

    Lounge– Feel rejuvenated in a comfortable seat and let your  fresh ideas flow. 

    Central AC/Heating– Don’t worry about the sweat in summers or the chills of winter. Flow offers a central AC/Heating facility to provide you the right kind of weather feel.  

    If you’re stuck in your business, your startup,  your blog, or whatever else you’re working on, spending some time coworking could be exactly what you need to get things come on the right track. So, choose Flow Workspaces and avail all the benefits and membership deals. 

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  • Top 10 Dance Studios in Chandigarh – Tricity

    Top 10 Dance Studios in Chandigarh – Tricity

    The word Dance has different meanings for people. But when it comes to Chandigarh, people here are very enthusiastic. Punjabis & Haryanvi are always ready to rock the floor. The folk dance, Bhangra has become famous worldwide for its workout sessions. Dancing not only improves your health, but it will also sparkle your skin, helps you losing weight & keeps you happy. These are the top 10 Dance Studios in Chandigarh

    Chandigarh Dance Academy.

    Chandigarh Dance Academy

    This place is specialised in salsa, hip hop, western & folk dances. The academy is run by Ms Prakriti Kunwar. She is a Kathak dancer & has taken her lessons of dance from Shivji Mishra.

    The dance academy is located in sector 38 Chandigarh.

    Average fees- 1200/month

    Phone number- 9888629122

    Urban School of Dance.

    Urban School of Dance

    This place is perfect for people who want to learn international dance forms. The academy teaches Bollywood, Hip-hop, Zumba, Jazz Funk, Contemporary, Ballroom, Kizomba & Belly. The academy also has some international dance teachers. It is situated near sector 51 Chandigarh.

    Average fees- 1300/ person

     Phone number- 8872087226

    Jaskshan’s Dance Dacha

    Jakshan's Dance Academy

    It is one of the most favourite dance academies of Tricity. Bollywood, Hip-Hop, Locking Popping, Zumba, Kathak, Salsa, Contemporary and Hula Hoop are the main dance forms here. It is situated near sector 44 Chandigarh. The academy runs classes for all age groups.

    Average fees- 1900/person

    Phone number-9814957969

    The Dance Mafia

    The Dance Mafia

    This studio is run by a DID mom contestant Mrs Ripan Preet Sidhu. It is located in Phase 7 Mohali. So, the academy run batches for all age groups starting from 7 years to adults. Bhangra & theme dance are the main dance forms here. 

    Average fees- 1500 per person.

    Phone number- 089681 98870

    Dance World Chandigarh.

    Dance World Chandigarh

    This academy was established in April 2006 & has the highest number of students. The academy teaches almost every dance form like Hip-hop, Jazz, Belly, contemporary, Punjabi, Aerobics, Latin America, western. It is situated near Neelam Theatre Chandigarh.

    Average fees- 2000/person.

    Phone number- 0172-4649811

    Groove You Dance Studio.

    Groove you by Pankaj

    The academy is run by Mr Pankaj Thakur & he is good enough in Salsa/Bachata/Kizomba. They used to organise free Kizomba workshops in clubs near Tricity. The choreographers here has worked with different Punjabi & Bollywood actors.  It is located near sector 43-b Chandigarh.

    Average Fees- 1800/person

    Phone no- 9878338886

    The Danza land.

    Danza Land

    This place is a dance studio & a gym in itself. It offers different types of memberships to its users. They have ample activities like Gymnastics, Yoga, Dance sessions, Zumba, Salsa, Kathak and many more. The academy is located in sector 16 Chandigarh.

    Average fees- 2000/person.

    Phone number- 099886 88206

    Dansation Mohali

    Dansation Studio Mohali

    This academy is famous for it’s western & Punjabi pop culture. They have 4 memberships from 1 month to 6 months & year membership. So, they do run batches for kids b/w age of 5 to 7 years & a separate batch for above 8 years old kids. It is located near KFC 3b-2 Mohali.

    Average fees- 1499/person

    Phone number- 098888 92718

    Show stoppers Dance Academy

    Show stoppers Dance Academy

    This academy is located near Stepping stones school sector 37 Chandigarh. They have different sessions related to Aerobics, Kathak, Bhangra, Giddha & Hollywood. The academy started in 2008 & it also offers wedding & party choreographies. 

    Average Fees- 1500/ person.

    Phone number- 9878857555

    Rhythmic Bhangra Academy.

    Rhythmic Bhangra Academy

    This academy is teaching Bhangra for the past few months. They do organise Bhangra contests & free workshops. Recently, they did a free bhangra workshop in Bestech Square Mall Mohali. They are located in phase 5 near Amrit confectionery Mohali.

    Average Fees- 1300/person

    Phone no- 7947245415

    The Dance Unity

    The Dance Unity

    This academy is famous for its numerous events & item number choreographies. They used to perform flashmobs, fitness dance, theme dances etc. Therefore, this academy is more focused on Bollywood dance themes. It is located in sector 21 Chandigarh

    Average Fees- 2000/person

    Phone no-9988561317

    Hence, these are the Top 10 Dance Studios in Chandigarh which you must try.  For more updates, follow Chandigarh Bytes.

  • Read, Doodle, or Paint at this amazing The Art Cafe near Elante

    Read, Doodle, or Paint at this amazing The Art Cafe near Elante

    Most of us modern hippies need more than just the good food, to make a place our go-to hangout adda. We, 20somethings constantly toggle between work, social and personal life yet we manage to juggle them all like a pro. 

    In this chaos mingled existence, we deserve The Art Cafe.

    A place to unwind our inner thoughts. A place marked with plants, art, and creativity. A place to laugh around with our friends paired with good food & good experiences. 

    And guess what? We dug out exactly this kind of a place for you!

    TAC – The Art Cafe

    A cafe between busy city life and serene lonely roads. A cafe waiting for the artist to come around and paint the walls with their talents. A cafe serving awesome food at affordable prices.

    Opened by an adorable couple, Atul and Sukriti TAC- The art cafe aims to support the creators and their creativity. The interior of the cafe is mostly constructed from the scarp.

    “It all started from that pretty little pot-man. My wife has a knack for creating these art pieces. Soon, she was making them in bulk and we started hoarding them here. These small little guys are the reason behind the TAC.”

    Says Atul, owner of TAC – The Art Cafe.

    Art All Around!

    The walls of this comfy and cozy place scream creativity. Divers dive, Cats purrs and the Rockets launches all on these cute and awesome walls. Their tables have napkin holders made from cassette tapes. Their shelves have art pieces created from pots. The place is a peaceful retreat for all the artists. They have an art wall wish houses painting from both newbie and professionals artists. 

    “My wife, Sukriti keeps on changing the wall art every few months. We encourage the artist to showcase their work here for free and they even can put a price tag on their work if they like. So, a customer can take some souvenirs home” – Says Atul.

    This café also lets you Read, Write or doodle. They have provided stationery, pens, paints, colors, or anything you need to let your creative juices flowing. Apart from the frames on the art wall, a local artist can feature their art pieces as well. 

    Art Therapy Paired with Awesome Food.

    To fuel up your energetic self, TAC has an amazing multi-cuisine menu. Vadapav at TAC is something to die for! From Aalo Ke Paranthe to mac n Cheese, from Manchurian to Coleslaw, They serve almost anything and everything. That as well at affordable prices! Their Lemon Mushroom and Thandi Keer Jar are something to die for!

    rice pudding | pfeiffer family: the indian cookbook

    So, What are you waiting for? Visit this awesome place today for some Art and Food therapy! 

    Where:

    Bay Shop No. 266, near Chandigarh Sweets, Industrial Area Phase I, Chandigarh

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  • Love Momos, But fear too much Maida? Check out this place in Chandigarh which serves Momos with a Healthier Twist

    Love Momos, But fear too much Maida? Check out this place in Chandigarh which serves Momos with a Healthier Twist

    Momos: A steamed Dimsum with a juicy & tasty flavoring inside paired with finger-licking Chutneys. Originated and evolved in countries like Tibet, Nepal, and China; Momos today had taken an Indian Avatar. All the three names Momo, Dumpling, or Dimsum are just the same names to us Indians.

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    A quick question for you… How many momos spots you know in town?

    Probably 20 or more. It’s because the love for momo is ubiquitous. Like, who doesn’t’ love momos right? Even the friends who say I don’t love momo still eats more than half of Dimsum from your plate. 

    Image result for momos eating gifs

    The unimaginable & delightful flavor has taken over millions of hearts and ruled their stomach. This savory dish has become a passion for food enthusiastic across north India in no time. In fact today one cannot cross a street without spotting at least one ‘Momo Vala Bhaiya’ selling this delicious delicacy. 

    But, here we are not questioning the love or the availability of your momo, instead of the nutritional chart of your momo, the health benefits, and the safety status of your favorite snack!!

    Why? Obviously because of…

    1. the whole pandemic drama we just finally started to get over with! And,
    2. To opt for healthier and tasty eating habits so we don’t become couch potatoes in our 40s

    Let’s know our Momos/Dumpling/Dimsum a little more!

    Dumplings are of two types: fried and steamed.

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    We think that momo can be healthy, particularly if they are not fried. But that’s not entirely true! The maida we consume is known to raise bad cholesterol which raises our blood pressure in the body. This increased blood sugar level and then dropping it down is no different than a dangerous roller coaster ride for your body. Also, maida is often bleached with chemicals like chlorine gas, benzoyl peroxide, and other bleaches. All this sounds scary, right?

    The real dilemma is for those momo lovers who can’t resist the cravings and are also health-conscious. Don’t worry! We got a solution for you! 

    All you need to do is grab your keys and drive to the nearest DIMSUM BOX outlet. Here’s Why?

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    1. They have only Wheat momos aka Atta Momos which are a perfect alternative to strike a balance between health! Whole wheat flour is rich in dietary fiber and protein, while Maida (Refined flour) isn’t much though! both of these macro-nutrients are essential nutrients that are required for a healthy body. 
    2. Old Players: They are home to our beloved Dumplings introduced by the dumpling hood! (Yes, you heard it right! The revamped version of the Dumpling Hood is now called DIMSUM BOX!)
    3. No maida at all. For the modern millennial who is a party and diet freak at the same time, they use all-purpose flour (Atta) for all their Dimsum preparations. 
    4. Crafted with expertise: They have been doing this for 8+ years. So, they know their craft perfectly!
    5. Say No to Deep Fried, and yeah to Pan Tossed. They don’t serve Fried Momos. Instead, They serve Pan tossed dim sum to satisfy your cravings for street style fried momos.
    6. This dim sum recipe has no fat except some oil that is used for greasing the pan. So overall a no fat healthy dim sum recipe.

     

    What’s on the Platter?

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    Almost 48 varieties of the 1 mm DIMSUM including Steamed, Pan tossed, and cheese DIMSUM along with an extensive side menu of Noodles, sandwich, and pasta, along with some of the best & juiciest refreshing drinks. 

    Most of the street style momos or dumplings either contain chicken pieces in non-veg offerings, or contain cabbage, carrots, and onion in veg offerings. 

    Here you can have veggies, spinach, mushroom, broccoli, paneer, chicken, mutton, and more. You name it, they have it! Ain’t this awesome! right?

    Ab intezaaar kis baat ka? Visit Sector 9, Chandigarh, or any of the nearest outlets today to fill up your stomach with this healthy and cheap Dimsum! We hope you see them every day 🙂

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  • NewsBytes: Bicycle Sharing Project launched in Chandigarh

    NewsBytes: Bicycle Sharing Project launched in Chandigarh

    The bicycle-sharing project has started in Chandigarh today as a pilot project under the “Cycles4Change Challenge”. It has cycles on a half-hourly payment basis. Chandigarh is one of the 95 cities in the country taking part in the challenge to make city dwellers cycle-friendly and increase zero-carbon mobility. It will be launched with 25 docking stations and 250 bicycles.

    SmartBike Mobility

    SmartBike Mobility assisted Chandigarh with this bicycling sharing project. The company had already set up smart bikes in cities like Delhi, Chennai, and Hyderabad. 

    For smart bikes, the taker will have to pay Rs 5 for half an hour for cycling and Rs 10 for non-members. The cycles will never get punctured. Nor the air is required to fill in the tires.

    These will have 60 e-bicycles and 40 pedal bicycles, with GPS installed, non-members will be alerted as soon as they are out of range

    Bicycles Cost:

    The price of smartbike electric is rumored to be purchased around 65 thousand by the company, while the price of a pedaled bicycle is said to be 30 thousand. All these will be controlled by the company’s centralized control room. The server room will be in Hyderabad. Later it will be shifted to the city here soon. 

    Cycles will Beep when they go out of range

    If a non-member comes out of the range of the area with a bicycle, the beep will start ringing at all the docking stations. The company’s field staff will take the bicycle and catch the fleeing person on the spot. A presentation has been given by Advisor cum Chairman Smart City Limited on behalf of Chandigarh Smart City Limited regarding this project. 

    Money will be deducted from Fleeting Non-members account

    Non-members will have to download the Smart Bike Mobility app after scanning the QR code on the docking station mounted. Your Aadhaar number has to be written in the app. After this, the cycle number has to be written, then the lock will open from the docking station of the bicycle. You can go to the designated area by bicycle. By accessing the docking station there, the lock of the bicycle can be closed through the app. There will be a deduction of money from there. Non-member half an hour will deduct 10 rupees.

    Membership is also available

    If you apply for membership, the money will get deducted from the smart cards.

    Multiple Docking Stations around the City

    Docking centers were built in front of RBI in Sector-17 of the city, in front of TDI Mall, near Batra Building, Punjab University, PGI, GMSH-16, Punjab-Haryana High Court, Sukhna Lake, Rock Garden, Sector-22 Mobile Market Will go Where the bicycle can be taken and kept.

  • NewsBytes: Ready to dine in the sky : Chandigarh to get a Flying Restaurant

    NewsBytes: Ready to dine in the sky : Chandigarh to get a Flying Restaurant

    For all the travel junkies, we have good news for you. You will be mixing adrenaline with tasty finger-licking food.

    The UT Administration is considering a sky dining proposal where the first such restaurant will be opened at a height of 165 ft with a capacity of 24 persons at any given time.

    UT Adviser Manoj Parida said the project was under consideration to give a boost to the tourism sector in the city. He said they had identified three locations — Sukhna Lake, Kaimbwala village, and Leisure Valley — to start the project, but the Forest Department raised objection with the sites at Sukhna Lake and Kaimbwala. He, however, said a final decision on the terms and conditions and the site would be taken in a meeting soon.

    Daman Kapoor, MD, DSH Bliss Adventures Pvt Ltd, who proposed to give a new experience to people in the city, said it would take 90 seconds or less for the foodies to reach the height and come back. Their safety and security would be the utmost priority, he said, adding that a group of visitors would stay mid-air for nearly 40 minutes.  The price of the ticket would be finalized in a meeting with the UT officials, which could be in the range of Rs2,500 to Rs4,000. He said they could start the restaurant as soon as they get the approval from the Administration.