PEAKLIFE

By Neha Mehrotra

For the One With a Love for Luxury:

1. Giorgio Armani Launches its Spring-Summer Eyewear Collection

Giorgio Armani’s Spring/Summer 2025 eyewear collection makes a daring statement with sleek silhouettes, luxe materials, and a touch of Japanese artistry. From bold bio-acetate frames with gold-streaked finishes to futuristic aviators with wide logo-printed temples, each piece is designed to turn heads. The rounded AR8236U reimagines classic aviators with Havana hues and diamond detailing, while the showstopper AR727OT from the Made in Japan line blends Takiron acetate, metal clip-ons, and engraved Kanji for “eternal beauty”.

2. TUMI Unveils the New 19 Degree Lite

TUMI has recently introduced the lightest addition to the world of 19 Degree – the 19 Degree Lite. Every element of the collection—from its highly resilient Tegris® construction to the low-density magnesium telescoping handle—was considered, tested and selected for lighter journeys. The collection includes four sizes available in three core colours: Blush, Titanium Grey, and Black Graphite, and two seasonal colours: Amber and Cobalt.

3. House of Glenfiddich X Three Sixty Unveil their Luxury Collection

House of Glenfiddich x Three Sixty, in collaboration with Escape Goa and curated by Ritu Beri, presents a luxe new collection of handcrafted leather bars, barware, and home décor. Highlights include the Linear Bar Counter with brass stag detailing, the illuminated Linea Shelf, vintage stools, and the portable Hideaway Bar. Signature accessories and travel-friendly pieces like crocodile trays, cocktail sets, and waist bags add refined elegance and utility to any space.

4. Samsung Launches The Galaxy Tab S10FE Series

Samsung has launched the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Tab S10 FE+ in India. Featuring a sleek design with slimmer bezels and a larger 13.1-inch display on the FE+, the tablets offer an immersive 90Hz viewing experience and up to 800 nits brightness. Built for productivity and creativity, the FE series introduces Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search, Solve Math, and Object Eraser. With robust multitasking, upgraded cameras, and IP68 durability, it’s perfect for work, play, and learning. The series also integrates seamlessly with other Galaxy devices and supports creative apps like LumaFusion and GoodNotes.

For the One With a Palate:

5. Virat Kohli’s one8 Commune Arrives in Gurgaon

One8 Commune brings elevated dining and crafted cocktails to Golf Course Road with a fresh new menu and immersive design. Expect slow-roasted meats in flaky pastry, citrus-kissed grains, and nostalgic desserts like delicate meringue cakes and classic crème brûlée. The bar program, crafted by the Commune Collective, pushes boundaries with smoked infusions, foams, and layered flavours. The space evokes the charm of a vintage library with warm lighting, curated bookshelves, and artful touches, while the central bar serves as a magnetic focal point for intimate dinners and high-energy evenings alike.

6. Easy Tiger by Boraan Celebrates Songkran, The Thai New Year

From April 11th to 30th, indulge in a limited-edition menu that transports you straight to Thailand—with dishes crafted to awaken the senses. The à la carte menu begins with refreshing small plates like the Green Mamuang Salad, delicate Summer Rolls, and Crispy Truffle Enoki and seafood lovers can indulge in the Peppercorn Tiger Prawns. Larger plates continue the celebration with dishes like the fragrant Yellow Bean Curried Tofu, the smoky Gorlae Lamb Chops and the rich, wok-fried Silken Kung Karee and the Mango Sticky Rice Sundae for a sweet indulgence.

7. Celebrate Songkran at Nara Thai

This April Nara Thai’s specially curated menu will get you into the spirit of the Thai New Year. The menu spotlights vibrant, hydrating ingredients and inventive cooking techniques. You can relish the Guava Som Tam Salad with Watermelon Granita, the Lettuce Wrap with Thai Chilli Lime Sauce, and the Vermicelli Clay Pot and to end on a sweet note, the Thai Tea Panna Cotta delivers a luscious, creamy dessert with a Thai tea sauce served on the side. Nara has also introduced three signature cocktails: Water Fight, Songkran Spritz, and the Thai Splash. The menu also has a selection of vegetarian and Jain-friendly options.

8. Try the Warrior Cuisine of Rajputana at Soma, Grand Hyatt Mumbai

Grand Hyatt Mumbai, in collaboration with Hyatt Regency Mansarovar, brings the flavours of Rajasthan to Soma with a regal culinary pop-up. Inspired by the royal kitchens of Mewar and Jaisalmer, the menu features dishes like Jaisamandi Machhi, Jodhpuri Raan, and Malai Ghewar. Vegetarian highlights include Silbatta Subj Ghutwa—pounded vegetables with saffron—and Chene Ka Cheetal, a rich blend of cultured milk, spices, and cashews.

9. A Week of Flavours and Spirits at PCO Mumbai

PCO Mumbai launches its new signature series In Good Company with Episode 1.0—an exciting 7-day celebration of flavours and spirits in collaboration with Jamun, Goa, and Maya Pistola agave spirit. From April 10 to 16, guests can enjoy Jamun’s signature bar bites paired with Pistola-forward cocktails inspired by PCO’s Ode to Textiles menu. The series culminates on April 17 with an intimate 5-course dinner for 20, paired with three bespoke cocktails.

For the One With the Travel Bug:

10. Mulberry Shades Celebrates 2 Years of Soulful Stays in Nandi Hills

Mulberry Shades Bengaluru Nandi Hills – A Tribute Portfolio Resort – marks its second anniversary with a stylish poolside brunch at Terra. Guests will enjoy a gourmet spread curated by Chef Girish, vibrant live music, and an exclusive preview of the newly renovated temperature-controlled pool and recreation zone. Set against the serene backdrop of Nandi Hills, the celebration reflects the resort’s two-year journey of warm hospitality, soulful escapes, and meaningful moments.

11. Dusit International Expands Its Presence in India

Dusit International is expanding its footprint in India, targeting high-growth Tier 2 and 3 cities like Raipur, Bhiwadi, Lonavala, Kasol, and Manali, with plans to enter metro markets next. Following the launch of dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla, Dusit will debut six new hotels across its luxury and upper-midscale brands, including Dusit Princess and Dusit Collection. The brand aims to bring its signature Thai-inspired gracious hospitality, premium stays and wellness-led experiences. The hospitality brand is also contributing to sustainable initiatives through its Tree of Life programme and local talent development via Dusit Hospitality Education.

For the One With an Artist’s Eye:

12. A Cross-Cultural Conversation in Art at Black Cube

At Sanya Malik’s Black Cube Gallery, Kindred Dichotomies (April 10–27, 2025) presents a compelling dialogue between Odisha-based artist Sudhanshu Sutar and Milan’s Andrea Zucchi. Through archival imagery, cultural symbolism, and contrasting styles, the exhibition explores identity, memory, and the mutable nature of history. Sutar’s theatrical compositions rooted in royal heritage meet Zucchi’s bold, irreverent reinterpretations of 19th-century visuals—creating a cross-cultural, visual exchange that transcends language and redefines how the past is remembered and reimagined.

13. Tao Art Gallery Presents “INSTINCT” by Anwar Khan

On view from March 18 to April 18, 2025, Tao Art Gallery, Mumbai, unveils INSTINCT, a powerful solo exhibition by acclaimed abstractionist Anwar Khan. Fusing mysticism with meditative abstraction, Khan’s latest works explore creation as an intuitive, timeless force. Featuring layered pigments, textural reliefs, and sculptural elements in wood and ceramics, INSTINCT invites viewers into a space of introspection and surrender. This exhibition marks a bold evolution in Khan’s artistic journey—where silence speaks and instinct leads the way.

14. ‘Nature of Us’ at Method Kala Ghoda

On view from April 10 to May 11, 2025, Nature of Us at Method Kala Ghoda presents a thought-provoking group exhibition exploring the complex relationship between humans and the world they inhabit. Divided into two thematic parts—our interaction with nature and the behavioural nature of daily life—the show reflects on identity, environment, and social dynamics. Featuring works by 13 contemporary artists, the exhibition invites viewers to question, reflect, and reconnect with the ever-evolving fabric of human experience.

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