Monday, August 19, 2013

Rakhi Gifts - Ecoliciously Organic!!!

Having a sister is like having a best friend you can't get rid of. You know whatever you do, they'll still be there.
                                                                                                                                                    Amy Li
 
Wishing you all a very Happy Raksha Bandhan.

Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi is an important Hindu festival which celebrates the relationship of brother and sister. On this auspicious day, sisters tie rakhi (the sacred thread) on their brothers' wrist symbolizes the sister's love and prayers for her brother's well-being, and the brother's lifelong vow to protect her.

This year there has been some confusion on the exact date of Rakhi, with some pandits saying that Rakhi is on 20th August as it is the full moon day, while some saying that though it is full moon day the auspicious time to tie rakhi is after 8.30 p.m and since these festivals should be celebrated in morning, hence rakhi should be celebrated on 21st August.

Whichever day you choose to celebrate this festival, an ecoliciously organic gift will always be the winner for you. Here are some choices for your gift.

For your health conscious sister, you can choose from an array of organic chocolates. Many online sites are also selling it. You can also find them in stores such as Godrej's Nature Basket.

A basket of collection of exotic and organic tea.

A hamper of organic skin care range. You can get them online.

Organic make up range.

A basket of exotic hand made soap range.

A beautiful bonsai for the ones with the green thumb.

Lead and Paraben free perfumes.

Let your imagination run wild. Your gifts will stand out in the array of gifts and you will be appreciated for your thought, that's for sure. You surely are going to get this comment.



Enjoy
Ecoliciously Organic


 

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

Happy Independence Day



Parabens, Sulfates, Silicones, Petrochemicals, Glycols, Phthalates, Lead, Synthetic colours, Artificial flovours..........What do these have in Common?

These are chemicals which are either present in our food or in the cosmetics that we use.




Large scale use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers have led to highly toxic food (Remember the Satyamev Jayate episode?). So no matter how carefully we buy our veggies and fruits, and no matter how much we clean and wash them, they would still be laced with chemicals.I am not trying to scare you, but just trying to help in making an informed choice.











The same goes with cosmetics. No matter how high priced the brand is, these are most certainly laced with chemicals.




Though disturbing, but we all know that it is not surprising. So lets exercise our Rights of Choice and give ourselves and our loved ones FREEDOM from Chemicals, Pesticides and Additives. 




And as they say - 'All big journeys start with one little step'

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY

Love
Ecoliciously Organic

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Thrifty Thursday Finds - Organic for Men

Something for the Men

Cream Shave - Rs. 555/-
Peppermint Cream Shave - Rs. 499/-
Dab on Gel (May not be organic, but does not contain chemicals and alcohol) - Rs. 465/-
Face Wash (May not be organic, but does not contain chemicals and alcohol) - Rs. 655/-
EzyShave Oil (Not Organic, but does not contain Parabens, Peroxide and Ammonia) - Rs. 274/-


Enjoy
Ecoliciously Organic

Better Things for Better Half

With Id and Teej round the corner, gift better, preservative free things to your better half. And as they say - Its the thought that counts!!!

Here are some ideas

Organic Spa Hamper (something like this)

Spa Voucher
Organic Lipstick

Organic - Or better yet Ayurganic Clothes ( Organic Cotton Dyed in Herbal Dyes)
A real rose dipped in Gold
Do let me know if you also know of any "Ecoliciously Organic" Gift.

Enjoy
Ecoliciously Organic

Unique Gift

The season of festivals and gifts is just round the corner. Would you like to gift this to your loved ones?

Real Rose preserved and dipped in Gold

Do give your views and comments on this unique gift.

Enjoy
Ecoliciously Organic

Eating Out - Organic Options


When we try to make a lifestyle change (mainly eating) such as eating less or no sugar, eating low fat, eating less salt etc. there is one thing constant that can threaten to jeopardize efforts of lifestyle changes, and that is what to do when eating outside?

The same dilemma is faced by people who strive to eat organic.




Fortunately, now in many cities, organic eateries have come up. I have tried to compile a few of them*. Go ahead enjoy a hearty meal.

Delhi/NCR
  •  Navdanya Restaurant,Dilli Haat, Opposite INA Market, New Delhi
  • Tattva Fresh Organic Kitchen, T-71 Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
  • Navdanya Restaurant, G 18, Parshavnath Plaza, Sector 27, Noida
  • Organic Express, DLF Phase-3, Gurgaon (does not have dine-in option, only home delivery)

Mumbai
  •  Birdsong - The Organic Cafe, Shop no 1-5, Jenu-Jenai, Waroda Road, Off Hill Road, Bandra West, Mumbai

Bangalore
  •  Lumiere at 27/7, Sri Kote Ashirwad Towers, Outer Ring Road, Doddanekundi, Marathahalli, Bangalore (Also in Cochin)
  • In The Pink Organic Bazaar & Restaurant, No.93, 6th Cross, N. S. Palya, Dollars Colony, BTM Layout, 2nd Stage, Bannerughatta Road, Bangalore

Jaipur
  •  Anokhi Cafe, 2nd Floor, KK Square, C-11 Prithviraj Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302005 
  • Down to Earth Organic Food Store & Cafe,  H-4 Akul Chambers, Shakar Marg, Tonk Phatak, Jaipur

Pondicherry
  •  The Dune, Eco Beach Village, Pudhukuppam, Keelputhupet

Goa
  •  The Manadala Resort, Ashvem, Goa
  • Blue Planet Cafe, Agonda, Canacona, South Goa (An award winning restaurant)

Varanasi
  •  Brownie restaurant, Bungalow No 53-1, Old Sita Travel Building, Next to Doordarshan Kendra, Varanasi Cantonment

*Disclaimer - The above list of eateries/restaurants has been compiled from different sources. I take no responsibility for the authenticity or accuracy of information provided here. There is no claim to this compilation being exhaustive and would welcome any information you have to provide.
 
 

Monday, August 5, 2013

The Food Series Part 2- Organic Shopping in Gurgaon






In continuation of the previous post, here is the list of some shopping options for buying organic in Gurgaon.

Godrej Nature’s Basket  
Shop 42, Upper Ground Floor, DT Megamall, Golf Course Road, Gurgaon
Tel. 0124 4805900, 4805906 (All Over India)
 
Le Marche 
G104, Galleria, DLF IV, Gurgaon
Tel. 0124 2806019

Live Organic 
 12, Vatika City Market, Sohna Road, Gurgaon 122018
 Tel: 09873937528
  Website:  www.liveorganic.co.in
 
Modern Bazaar
Shopping Mall, Arjun Marg, Gurgaon
Tel. 0124-4212190, 4212191
Stock brands like 24 Letter Mantra, Green Fiesta, Organic India, MB’s own Brand, different imported brands, unbranded pulses, spices, rice, tea, oil, cereals, fresh green leaves mixture, etc.
 
Swadeshi, The Organic Store
SCO-393, Sector 29, Near IFFCO Metro Station, Behind Petrol Pump, Gurgaon, Haryana.
Tel. 01242577507, 09990166900
Free Home Delivery: 18001803434
Email: swadeshiorganic@gmail.com
 
The Altitude Store
G-20, Central Plaza Mall, Golf Course Road, Gurgaon
E-Mail: info@thealtitudestore.com
 
Organic Vegetables
 
Tijara Organic Farm
Sneh Yadav, Gurgaon
Tel : 9810115396
E-Mail: tijaraorganicfarm@gmail.com

 
Isayorganic
Delivers to Gurgaon on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Website: http://www.isayorganic.com/
 
Organic Milk
www.whollycowmilk.com
 
Other websites
www.farm2kitchen.com
http://www.ecotokri.com/
http://organikyou.com/