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100 Ways to
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Beautiful
Spring
What Break
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How much to give?
A gift-giving guide!
Top 10 Bollywood Bellies!
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Contents
100Ways to Cut Cost on your
Beautiful Wedding
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Features
35 100 Ways to
Cut Cost
36
39
Outfit
38 Invitations
39 Flowers
40 Decor
41 Location
42 Meal
47 Cake
49
60
Alcohol
54 All The Rest
56 How much to give...

59 Wedding Jokes
60 Dance Pe Chance Mar Le
66 Love vs. Arranged
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Bollywood
30 Bollywood News
32 Bollywood Gossip
70 Bollywood Events
92 Upcoming Movies
92
Events
78 “Masala Bowl” Opening
88 Holi celebration pictorial
90 100th day celebration of
Tamil movie Bommalattam
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every issue
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Editor’s Note
13 Meet our Contributors
15 Calendar
16 Horoscope
19 Women’s Health
26 Women’s Fashion
28 Men’s Fashion
76 RJ Profile
84 Dear Didi
93 Yellow Pages
90 103 Restaurant Guide
26 105 Advertiser’s Index

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fashion. Our contributors range from serious research-oriented
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community in conversation about life in the US, particularly in
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Good transit for spiritual focus. Pleasure in Gain of friends and articles of luxury, as- This month one will be good, of virtuous
charitable activities, helping others, especially sociation with opposite sex, mental and do- mind and solid judgment. One will show kind-
loved ones who are near and dear. Hard work mestic happiness, gain of money and pros- ness and affability, un-interrupted good for-
for financial gain. Business and profession will perity. Happiness at home and increase in tune unless your Mercury is weak or afflicted.
be smooth. Attitude toward life will be pragmat- income are indicated. A very good period An excellent period for negotiations, business
ic and practical. Help and favor from superiors, for team or group work, being friendly to and contract dealings as well as buying and
officers and persons in power and authority. all, having parties, and for all pleasure pur- selling for good financial gain. Good period
The attitude of give and take will be favorable. suits. People in all spheres will be affec- for resolving differences amongst loved ones
Older persons will favor you. A good period for tionate. Good period for pleasure trips, to and others. Friends will be congenial and help-
business, contracts and investments. visit people and negotiations are favorable. ful. Favorable correspondence with others.
Gain through luxury articles, entertainment
and finances.
This month is good for marriage, partner-

A good aspect of good fortune and gen- Health and work are signified by this house.
ships, and unions of all kinds. It binds per-
eral prosperity. Improve the working of Excellent time for mental work to gain suc-
sons together causing unity and satisfactory
mind, gain and benefits through the transit cess and popularity. Plan your projects care-
ties. Favorable for lawsuits, favorable for mar-
periods. Financial gains, visit others, deal fully for successful results. Mental and do-
riage, partnerships and contracts during this
with relatives and generally a good period, mestic happiness, victory over enemies and
transit. A good transit period for assistance
all things will go well. Engagements will renown are indicated. Good relationships
from lawyers, doctors and other consultants.
be successful. Congenial to people, good with officers and subordinates is possible.
Civil suits will be in your favor. A close rela-
to be with old friends, supporting each Acquisition of beautiful articles, clothes,
tionship with a foreigner or partnership with
other. Family harmony, domestic stabil- music articles and good literature. Good
opposite sex will be to your advantage.
ity, religious idealism, optimism, generosity time for amusements and parties. You may
towards family. Good time for any sort of receive cooperation from all.
group activity and public relations.

Good for finances. Gain of money, fulfillment You will feel more courage and confidence, so A period of domestic happiness and com-
of desires, acquisition of property, marriage and to initiate the emotional contacts with others forts. You will have an amiable nature and
domestic happiness. Gain of fame, promotion, will be beneficial. Good for heavy work You there will be a congenial atmosphere in the
honor, and enjoyment with opposite sex. Sym- have to control your impulsive and passion family. Good relationship with parents. Fi-
pathy from all and reward from Government. side of nature. Undertakings will prosper and nancial gain, improvement in residence and
This transit is a high period in your life. It is a be successful. Good time for beneficial trav- pleasant journeys are indicated. Digestive
month of cooperation, hopes and wishes, ideals eling. One will be liberal, broad minded and trouble is indicated; watch what you eat. In-
and objectives and for them you will be crowned free, courageous and brave, so do not use this creased power and influence, gain from agri-
with success and gain. Relatives and friends force unwisely. You may start projects subject culture or profession. Good news is coming
will cooperate with you. You will accumulate to other influence in the birth chart as this is your way! Fulfillment of desires for personal
wealth. short term transit. possessions.
Good for overcoming bad or unfavorable A busy and useful period for communica-
Right thinking in material, intellectual or
conditions. Good for occultism, romance, tions, telephone calls etc. as you continue,
spiritual side. You may enter into negotia-
secret adventures and unpopular enterprises. you have sharp and alive mind. Group dis-
tions with others regarding money or prop-
The benefits from this transit will not be ob- cussions are favorable. Short gainful travels
erty including business and its expansion.
vious. Good for learning, spiritual and reli- are denoted . The tempo of your business
In case of affliction avoid making financial
gious pursuits. In case of a malefic Jupiter, traveling will be accelerated. You will have
or property deals during this period. Your
you will have fear, mental anguish, grief and an increased ability for research into spiri-
mind will be cloudy and may be misled by
fear caused through property, litigation, diffi- tual and religious matters, so take advan-
others. This transit gives financial gain,
cult journeys, separation from family, impris- tage of this for personal and business gain!
reliable friends, good meals and success in
onment, anxiety, increased expenditure and Success all around. It’s a good time to start
undertakings, but there may be some unjust
afflicted health. projects you hoped to achieve in the most
blame or scandal, so be careful.
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Women’s Health Corner - Ask the Expert
Birth Control - What To Choose - By Dr. Malathi Ellis
No take birth control, or they will be later unable office procedure. This category includes the
bridal issue would to conceive after using hormonal contracep- copper T IUD which is completely non-
be complete with- tive methods. Both of these ideas are not hormonal and lasts for 10 years and the Mirena
out a discussion accurate. Many studies have repeatedly shown IUD which contains a very small amount of
regarding family that weight gain does not occur with the birth progesterone that has only a local effect on
planning. Today control pill, patch, and ring. However, there the uterus, and it lasts for 5 years. The Mirena
there are many is reported weight gain of 5-10 pounds with IUD has the added benefit of usually lighten-
options to choose the injection method, but even this stabilizes ing a woman’s menstrual flow significantly.
from, most of after initial use. Additionally, these methods The ideal candidate for an IUD is a woman
which were who has had at least one child, is
never available to our mothers and grand- in a stable relationship with only
mothers. The first important distinction sexual partner, does not want to
between birth control options is whether take medication regularly, and is
it is a hormonal or non hormonal method. planning another pregnancy in a
Non hormonal methods include barrier 2-5 year time span. Downsides to
methods (objects that physically block the the IUD are that it can cause some
husband’s sperm from coming in contact initial irregular vaginal bleeding,
with his wife’s egg. These include con- and in the case of the copper T
doms, diaphragms, cervical caps, and the IUD – some increased cramping
sponge. These are placed prior to inter- and vaginal bleeding during men-
course and are more effective if used along ses. Overall, this is a great choice
with a spermicide (sperm killing chemical). for busy mothers who want to wait
The failure rate for condoms if used prop- for some time to conceive again.
erly and consistently is 15%, which means The last category to discuss
that 15 out of every 100 couples who use is permanent sterilization, whether
condoms perfectly will get pregnant unin- male or female. These methods are
tentionally. How can a couple decide if a for couples who are entirely done
barrier method is a good choice for them? with childbearing and should be
These methods are good for couples who will do not affect future fertility at all. However, considered permanent and irreversible, even
be consistent with using the method each and delaying childbearing into the mid to late 30’s though methods exist to reverse them. Male
every time they have intercourse. Additionally, does decrease a woman’s fertility and may be permanent sterilization is called a vasectomy. It
both partners should be comfortable with the the reason that birth control pills have come be is generally performed as a minor surgical pro-
method chosen; for instance – if a male partner associated with a decrease in fertility. The pill, cedure in an urologist’s office. The procedure
finds condoms uncomfortable, he is unlikely patch and ring all contain varying amounts of involves making 2 tiny incisions into the man’s
to use them consistently. Condoms are also a estrogen and a type of progesterone hormone. scrotum, identifying the vas deferens (the tubes
good choice for couples considering pregnancy The exact type and strength vary from brand that transport the sperm), and severing them.
in 3-6 months after marriage. One other non- to brand. Which pill is appropriate for you is a Similarly all female methods, work to disrupt
hormonal method to be familiar with is Natural discussion that you should have with your gy- the fallopian tube from transporting the egg
Family Planning (NFP). This method involves necologist, but overall the pill, ring, and patch so that it may prevent contact with the man’s
carefully recording a woman’s menses in a cal- offer a woman more control over the timing sperm. The female method may be accom-
endar and taking care not to have intercourse of her cycles, less bleeding and cramping, plished 1) via laparoscopic surgery using clips,
during the time that she is at risk for ovulation shorter length of menses, decreased acne, and bands, or burning, 2) immediately after delivery
(releasing of the egg from the ovary). This sometimes decreased mood disturbances that via a small incision under the belly button, or 3)
method really only works for couples who are can be associated with a woman’s menstrual via a vaginal approach that is becoming more
very dedicated to using it, have a woman with period. Couples should consider this method and more popular since it can be performed as
a regular menstrual cycle, and for couples who if the woman has any symptoms listed above a minor surgical procedure in the gynecologist’s
are willing to abstain for 7-10 days each month. that may be improved by taking hormonal birth office.
Additionally, the failure rate for this method is control. Once stopped, 50% of women will Whatever method chosen, it is most
20%, and so it is not usually a popular choice. conceive within 3 months. Women who should important that this discussion occur before a
Hormonal methods are also very not use hormonal birth control are those couple initiates a sexual relationship. It may be
popular, the most common being “the pill”. with liver disease, severe high blood pressure, helpful to seek out the advice of a gynecologist
Hormonal birth control methods, for the most personal or family history of blood clots, and to help you navigate the many choices that are
part, prevent the woman from releasing an egg smokers over the age of 35 years old. How- available. Ideally, when conception occurs, it
each month, therefore preventing conception. ever, hormonal birth control remains the most should be part of a planned process. I hope
Hormonal methods come in various delivery reasonable choice for most women. that this article gave some insight on this
systems, the pill, the topically applied patch, One other category of birth control important issue, and please don’t hesitate to call
the every 3 month injection, and the vaginal is the intrauterine contraceptive device also my office if you have further questions.
ring. They also carry many mistaken myths, known as an IUD. An IUD is small (3cm) T
especially within Desi culture. Many women shaped device which is placed into the uterus
are concerned that they will gain weight if they by your gynecologist. This is done as a simple
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5 Women’s Fashion Myths: BUSTED
From the moment we desi lasses begin to dress ourselves, there are certain standards and guidelines laid down by parents
around the world concerning what is and what is not appropriate to wear in public. Often these standards are accepted and held to
without question for the rest of a person’s life. However, how many of these fashion myths still apply today? Salaam Namaste’s Ali
Fazal clues you in on the answer...
Myth 1: Myth 2: Myth 3: Myth 4: Myth 5:

You can only wear white Formal wear dresses should You should never wear Your shoes should match You need a suit jacket to
before Labor Day and after be bought in the formal hosiery with open- toed your purse and accessories. look professional.
Memorial Day. wear section of a depart- shoes.
ment store, such as Macy’s,
Status: BUSTED
Status: BUSTED JC Penney, Dillards, etc. Status: BUSTED Status: BUSTED A black business jacket is
Winter whites are called that not the only acceptable
Status: BUSTED This in fact was one of the
for exactly this reason. There clothing for a job interview.
biggest upcoming trends It is actually much cooler to
are in fact some whites According to Macy’s Put some personality into
for winter ‘09. The spring not match head to toe. While
that look fabulous during website, they boast multiple your work wear by incorpo-
lines at fashion week dis- it is no sin to wear brown
the colder months of the locations. Most likely, there rating your favorite pieces
played model after model shoes and carry a brown bag,
year. The biggest things to will be other women all into the look. One piece
wearing socks or tights why not get daring and try a
avoid are whites that are too across America, wearing that is worth investing in is a
with their open-toed plat- brown and black combina-
light, flimsy or see through. your exact formal dress. tailored vest in a solid color
forms or stilettos, deeming tion? Why not try a fun bag in
While a white spaghetti strap While department stores that can be layered over
it fashionable to do the a punchy color with shoes in
sundress won’t have much of offer a large selection at blouses of all types. This
unheard of. While it is still another vibrant but solid hue?
a role in January and white moderate prices, be sure to provides structure while
sketch to wear white folded The most important thing
nylon Capri pants serve check locations you may giving more flexibility when
ankle socks with your is to let the accessories steal
little purpose, slim white not be as quick to think mixing and matching. Well-
sandals (yes, I am talking the show when mixing and
jeans, a white jacket or a of when it comes to that fitted cardigans can also take
to you) black tights with matching. Be sure that your
white cardigan can still look special occasion. the place of a jacket in many
fun open-toed Mary Janes outfit and your mixed acces-
classic and timely despite the cases. In fact, the most
can look sophisticated and sories don’t find themselves in
gloom outside. It is all about important thing in the work
put together with the right a battle for the spotlight.
moderation, realism and place is tailoring. Anyone
outfit and should be tested
sometimes a little layering. can look put together if
out by all.
their clothes fit them right.

Men’s Fashion
Men’s Fashion MISTAKES
We all make fashion errors now and again, but some fashion mistakes made by desi men are just unfor-
givable. In this issue, Salaam Namaste’s Ali Fazal highlights eight fashion mistakes to avoid at all costs.
Socks with Sandals

Who decided this was okay in the first place? Living in the Northwest, I am unfortunately faced with some of the worst offenders
of this major fashion don’t. I understand that when it is chilly outside we all dream of the warmth of the summer sun, but wearing
socks with sandals doesn’t make the seasons change any faster. If you want to wear sandals this badly, move to a warmer climate.
Novelty Ties, Shirts, Boxer Shorts, Etc.

Just say no (I’m channeling Nancy Reagan). There is nothing lasting
about novelty clothing nor does it project a stylish, put together image.
Leave the smiley faces, hearts, reindeer, shamrocks, animal and various
other prints on the racks of the store where you found them.
Blaring Designer Labels

This is a personal pet peeve of mine. I don’t want to be a walking
advertisement and neither should you. It’s not a sophisticated look. Just
because you are wearing a designer’s name on your chest, sleeve, or
wherever, doesn’t make you stylish. Keep it understated and simple.
Chunky Shoes
These were okay back in the 90s, but the big chunky shoes, especially
those with square toes, should be retired at this point. Choose some-
thing classic that stands the test of time.
Shiny or Glittery Shirts and Suits

If you are looking for something to go out nightclubbing in, I can think
of much better choices than those that are glittery, shiny and ultimately
tacky. If you are at a loss, try a form fitting black t-shirt or black dress
shirt which can be worn with jeans or trousers and dress shoes or casual
shoes.
Clothes That Are Too Loose Fitting

In a word, sloppy. Unless you are a hip hop artist, it’s not the right look.
Choose clothes that fit your body. This might take some experimenta-
tion by mixing and matching certain cuts and styles until you find the
right fit for your body that is flattering.
Backpacks at the Office
I work in a very upscale high rise in Seattle, filled with lawyers and other professional types and it never ceases to surprise how many men
wearing nice suits are schlepping backpacks. Unless you are a student or are hiking up a mountain, leave the backpack at home. If you need
something for your gym clothes, buy a nice looking gym bag (and there are options that don’t have big logos on them), or if you need
something to carry your assorted papers, cell phone, day-planner, etc., get a nice messenger bag.

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Abhishek’s constantly changing look! Priyanka receives award!
Ek raat ki baat...this week Abhishek had just one day’s Priyanka Chopra seems to be in the best phase of
shooting for Balki’s much-discussed Pa. For that he not her career. The actress will be receiving
only had to rush to Kuala Lumpur. He also had to com- the Nielsen Box Office Award for her
pletely change his look to a clean-shaven one in contrast to outstanding contribution to Asian
the droopy-mooch look that he sports for Mani Ratnam’s film industry. The award will
Raavan. be presented to Ms. Chopra by
‘The Hollywood Reporter’ dur-
Says Abhishek, “The new ing the 3rd Annual Asian Film
clean-shaven look was needed. Awards. The Asian Film
It was just one day’s shoot for Awards, which recogniz-
Pa. Now for next week, I have es professionals for their
to go back to the earlier look outstanding achieve-
for Mani’s look.” Apparently, ments in the field of
the Raavanlook is a hot favou- Asian cinema, will be
rite among Abhishek’s fans. held as part of the 33rd
He has had numerous requests Hong Kong Interna-
to keep that look permanently. tional Film Festival at
However, he needs to sport an- the Hong Kong Con-
other look for Abhinay Deo’s vention and Exhibi-
untitled film. tion Centre.
So who said being an actor “Priyanka Chopra

was easy? is India’s
number one
female star.
A.R. Rahman’s model run-in! She has received
Double Oscar win- numerous awards
ner A.R.Rahman is and accolades
known to be a very for her out-
shy and introvert standing work,”
kind of a person. said Eric Mika,
Hence, it took us Publisher of
by surprise when ‘The Hollywood
we saw Rahman Reporter’ and
feature in a video Vice President,
of American hip- Nielsen Media and Entertainment Group. “It is truly amazing to
hop singer Akon. acknowledge the breadth of her success, and we are honored to
bestow the Nielsen Box Office Award on someone who has done
The video called so incredibly much in so little time.”
‘Beautiful’ features
Rahman for just a Priyanka is only the second recipient to receive the Nielsen Box
couple of seconds. Office Award. She joins Andy Lau, who received the inaugural
The Music Maestro award at the 2007 ceremony.
is seen posing with
a bevy of models
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After the double Oscar triumph, one must say Rahman is Hollywood
indeed making his presence felt on the international music Theaters
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TODAY!

Bollywood News
Is Aish the most bankable? Is Freida the next ‘Bond girl’?
Ever since Slumdog Millionaire won world wide recognition in the form of
Golden Globes, Baftas and the Oscars, the stars of the film, including Anil Kapoor
and Freida Pinto are both lining up in what may seem as the quickest migration
from Bollywood to Hollywood.
The first to be bitten by the H-bug is the sexy Mumbaikar, Freida Pinto. Having
won the hearts of many on the red carpets the world over, the sultry actress who
is now linked with her Slumdog co-star Dev Patel is on the verge of signing her
biggest date with fame. According to our sources from London, the 24 year old
actress was first spotted by producers during the casting for Quantum of Solace.
Hollywood’s newest and the hottest property has arrived in the form of Pinto.
What’s more, Slumdog director Danny Boyle is

now being asked to direct the next Bond film starring Dan-
iel Craig. Now if everything falls in place at the right time,
Freida’s chances of staring alongside the blonde Bond may
just not look like a distant dream. Why? Because it’s Danny
on the director’s chair who’ll may recommend Freida. Our
sources from the U.K have confirmed, “Freida came
to the attention of the Bond team when they were
Forbes magazine has just voted Aishwarya Rai- casting for Quantum of Solace. She was too young
Bachchan the most bankable star from Bollywood at the time to have a part as a love interest for a
in Hollywood. And this, just when the desi media secret agent. But she has blossomed into an
has been carping about her abbreviated role in her incredibly stunning young woman and would
latest Hollywood release Pink Panther 2. look perfect in Daniel’s arm. Even the execu-
tive producer Barbara Broccoli is eager for
Aishwarya has been voted among Forbes’ “Most her to join the cast.”
Valuable Actors” ahead of Aamir Khan, Shah
Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan and India is already known in the cinema fraternity
Irrfan Khan. as the world’s biggest movie making country, then
came along Satyajit Ray and Bhanu Athaiya who took
And now there’re a number of hush-hush interna- the Oscars, followed by A.R Rahman and Resul Pookutty
tional projects on the anvil for Aishwarya includ- this year. Whether or not Freida will win an Oscar is a
ing, apparently, one with actress and chat-show long dream but if she lands a role opposite Craig, it’ll be
hostess Tyra Banks and a project with Will Smith nothing short of an Oscar. That’s not it. Freida has also
who has been craving to cast Ash right from become London’s latest pin up girl. First it was Danny
the time he offered her Hitch and the recent Boyle and now its actor director Woody Allen who
7 Pounds. The long-pending project Chaos has signed the Indian actress in his new untitled film,
with Meryl Streep is also likely to be revived which also stars Naomi Watts, Josh Brolin and Sir
shortly. Anthony Hopkins. After basking in the success of
his latest film, Vicky Cristina Barcelona, Allen is
Reacting to this flurry of international keen on signing our Indian temptress who is now
activity in her choc-a-block sched- termed as Woody’s latest muse. The question is,
ule, Aishwarya said from Kolkata, will Freida Pinto attempt to conquer London
“Wow! Me the most bankable after Woody’s last three movies that were
Bollywood star in Hollywood? shot in the capital - Match Point, Scoop and
Thank you! I must confess Cassandra’s Dream failed to live up to
that any acknowledge- expectations? Will she be the lucky for
ment of hard work Woody and Bond? Time, my friend,
makes me feel con- is a cruel mistress, and we can’t
tent. In all humility wait for the right time to ar-
I want to thank all rive for this Indian beauty.
those who feel I’m
bankable.”

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100
Beautiful
Ways to
Cut cost on your
Wedding
With average wedding costs hovering
around $20,000, many newlyweds
start their lives together in debt.
Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that
way. It is possible to save money and
have a great wedding at the same
time. Salaam Namaste provides these
tips for keeping your wedding day
focused on celebrating love,
not financial ruin.
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1. Avoid buying a “wedding” outfit: Check out regular lehngas or
salwar kamizes that you might wear for a fancy occasion like Diwali or
Eid. Many retailers will market outfits like these as wedding outfits and
simply jack up the price..
2. Wear someone else’s gown: Ask your mother, grandmother or other

family member if she’ll let you wear her wedding jora. She will be
honored that you asked, and you can’t get cheaper than free. Remember,
though, that you will probably need to have it altered.
3. Shop sample sales: You can score a designer dress for less if you hit
sample sales, especially if you wear a size 8 or something close to it.
Sales are usually held during the winter and summer months.
4. Make your own dupatta: Wedding dupattas are usually just made of
tulle and a comb or tiara. Don’t pay $30 or more for something you can
make on your own for significantly less. Arm yourself with a glue gun,
fabric, and a headpiece, then get to work!
5. Do your own hair and makeup: Unless you’re planning on doing

something complicated and ornate, you probably don’t need to call in
the professionals. Look to wedding magazines for ideas and instructions,
then try it out yourself. Remember to practice your style at least once
before your wedding day to make sure things will go smoothly.
6. Buy a dress that fits now: Many brides plan on losing weight before
they get married and buy a too-small dress for motivation. However,
this strategy can set you up for disaster if you don’t make it to your goal
weight. Buy a dress that fits now, then have it altered when you lose the
weight. It’s always cheaper to take in a dress than to let it out.
7. Wear family jewelry: You don’t need to spend lots of money on wed-
ding jewelry. Chances are that someone in your family has something
nice for you to wear on your big day. This saves you money and also
takes care of finding “something borrowed.”
8. Rent the tux or buy an affordable suit: Chances are your husband-to-
be won’t need to wear a tux on a regular basis. Instead of buying one,
rent it or just get a nice suit that he’ll be able to wear again.

The Outfit
Every bride wants to look
like a million bucks on her
wedding day. Very few actu-
ally want to spend that much.
Here’s how to look great with-
out busting your budget.
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Invitations
You’ve set the date and figured out your guest list; now
it’s time to let everyone know. Follow these tips to send
out a stylish announcement without spending a fortune.
9. Announce your save-the-date by email or phone call: If you’ve

set your date far in advance or on a busy weekend, you may want to
send out a save-the-date announcement. Of course, these cards are an
added expense. Instead of paying for paper, printing and postage, send
your announcement via email or just pick up the phone to let everyone
know.
10. Print your own invitations: There are a multitude of programs and
paper packages that allow you to create your own invitations. Use one
to save money as well as make your invites more personal.
11. Use thermography: If you like the look of engraved invitations,

consider using thermography instead. You’ll get a similar effect for less
money.
12. Use standard envelopes instead of square: Square envelopes cost
more to mail. Even though it’s just a few cents, it can add up when you
consider how many invitations you’ll send out. Choose invitations that
fit into standard envelopes and you’ll save on postage.
13. Check office supply stores: Wedding boutiques and specialty paper
stores tend to charge a premium for invitations. Fortunately, they’re not
the only places to go for quality print products. Check out commercial
printers like Kinko’s, Office Depot, and Staples to get more for your
money.
14. Post card replies: Instead of including a reply card with its own
envelope, use a post card. You’ll save money on envelopes, plus postage
going both ways.
15. Skip the mailed reply card: Don’t bother including a reply card.
Ask for a phone call or email instead. You can even use websites like
www.weddingtracker.com for this purpose. If you think those older
aunties or other guests may not be able to handle this technology, have
your mother or best friend call to confirm their RSVP.

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Flowers
Flowers can be the most beautiful part of your wedding
décor. Unfortunately, they can also be the most expen-
sive. Use these tips to stretch your flower budget.
21. Buy silk flowers: Silk flow-
17. Use candles to highlight ers are generally cheaper than
16. Carry a single stem,

flowers: Candles can usually be real ones, plus you won’t have to
purchased for less than flowers, worry about keeping them alive.
so use them to your advantage. That means you can buy them
Use fewer flowers, then put the months in advance and shop for
spotlight on them with candles. instead of a bouquet sales.
18. Buy from internet wholesale 22. Supplement flowers with

florists: Take your comparison fresh herbs from the grocery
shopping outside your local area store: You can pick up nice look-
by checking out prices from inter- A simple and elegant ing herbs at the grocery store
net wholesale florists. single stem can make for an affordable supplement to
just as strong a state- your flowers. They look good
19. Grow your own: Seeds, soil ment as a large bou- and smell good, too.
and sunlight are more affordable quet. You’ll save money
than anything you’d be able to on both flowers and 23. Give your florist a color
buy from a florist. your florist’s labor by scheme, not particular flowers:
doing this. Allow your florist flexibility so
20. Choose in-season, locally that they can pick out the most
grown flowers: Flowers that don’t affordable flowers for your
have to be flown in will be signifi- color scheme. Remember to
cantly cheaper. provide a list of flowers that
you want to avoid.
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24. Rent plants: Plants can make an attractive back- 28. Decorate with paper: If you have creativity and a little time,
ground and are an affordable alternative to flowers and you can make very affordable decorations using origami and fish-
other decorations. ing line. You don’t have to buy expensive origami paper, either.
You can use plain white sheets or even sticky notes.
25. Combine favors and placecards: Don’t spend
money on two separate things that can be combined.
29. Buy fabric by the yard instead of finished linens: You don’t
Find placecards that can double as favors.
have to go with expensive finished linens to get a nice look. Head
to the fabric store and cut your own. Try sheer fabric for a nice
26. No favors: Save money on favors by nixing them look and forgiving edges.
altogether. Who really wants a piece of chocolate with
your name on it, anyway? 30. Simple centerpieces: Don’t go overboard with a huge,
expensive centerpiece that takes up half of the table. Keep your
27. Make your own centerpieces: Don’t pay your centerpieces simple and cheap, like a pretty bowl filled with water
florist big bucks to put together centerpieces. Make and floating candles.
your own with supplies from the dollar store and a little
Decor
ingenuity.
The cost of linens, centerpieces, and other decorations can

really add up. Here’s how to set the mood without spend-
ing more than you need to.

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Location
Costs add up, whether they’re a large expense like a reception hall, or a
small one like a ring bearer’s pillow. No matter what the size, you can
keep them from getting out of control by using these tips.
31.
Get married in a garden:
With a garden as
your venue, you may
be able to save on
rental costs. You’ll
also be able to spend
less on decorations,
as the garden should
provide a naturally
beautiful backdrop.
a naturally beautiful backdrop
32. Have a friend officiate: If 35. Get married in someone’s back- 36. Have everything at one site:
you’re not getting married in a yard: Bring your rental costs down to Have your ceremony and reception
church, doing this can save you the zero by borrowing a friend or family at the same place to save on rental
cost of hiring someone to marry member’s backyard for the day. fees, transportation, décor and other
you. costs.
33. Ring bearers and flower girls

37. Reserve a spot at a state or
optional: It’s not necessary to have
national park: Take advantage of the
a ring bearer and flower girl, espe-
great outdoors for a cheap, pictur-
cially if you’re not inviting children
esque venue.
to your wedding. You’ll save the
cost of a pillow, basket and flower
petals. 38. Get married at your college
chapel: College chapels are general-
34. Rent a private room at a res-
ly more affordable than traditional
taurant: Private restaurant rooms
ones. You may even be able to take
tend to be cheaper than hotel ball-
advantage of an alumni discount.
rooms as well as more intimate.
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Meal For most couples,

food is their biggest
wedding expense.
You want to serve
something your
guests can enjoy,
but it’s not neces-
sary to go broke do-
ing so. These are a
few ways to provide
great food without
spending a lot of
money.
39. Serve a single-plate meal: If you’re serv-

ing something substantial, your guests can 44. Buy and cook your own food: If you’re
do without multiple courses. Keep it simple doing a backyard wedding or celebrating in
with a single-plate meal of protein, starch a non-traditional venue, you may be able
and vegetable, plus cake. to bring in your own food. Buy in bulk and
40. Serve seasonal, local food: Like flowers, make preparation a fun, family affair.
food tends to be cheaper if it doesn’t have to
be flown in or extensively preserved. 45. Enlist the help of the ladies’ auxil-
iary: Couples who have their reception
41. Select a venue that lets you bring in at a church can save money by hiring the
your own catering and alcohol: A separate church’s women’s group. They can provide
caterer may be able to give you a better deal good food at a great price, often at cost plus
than what’s offered at the venue. a reasonable donation.
47. Go appetizer-only:
42. Have a potluck: If you’re having a ca- At an early afternoon wed-
sual family wedding, ask everyone to bring 46. Forget dessert, just serve wedding cake:
their favorite dish. Some caterers will add a dessert course to ding, your guests won’t expect
your reception menu, but when you’re serv- a full meal. Serve tasty hors
43. Buffet to save on waitstaff: Save on la- ing wedding cake, it’s just not necessary.
bor costs by letting guests serve themselves.
d’oeuvres and save money.

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Cake
Wedding cakes are high-
profile pastry, and it’s of-
ten difficult to cut corners
on this expense. After all,
you can’t just dress up a
Betty Crocker powder mix
with sprinkles. However,
there are ways to cut costs
and still have something
beautiful.
48. Don’t do cake: If you don’t care for cake, don’t 51. Order a small cake for cutting:
have it. It will save you money and you’ll get to eat If you don’t like the idea of a fake
something you really enjoy. Consider setting up an cake, you can still do something
ice cream or fruit bar instead. You’ll save while still similar. Just order a small decorated
getting what you want.
52. You don’t have to go out and
buy plates for your wedding or even
use the ones provided by your ven-
49. Rent your cake: Renting a dor. Shop around to see if you can
fake cake can provide a huge cost get a better deal by renting.
savings over a regular one. They
are generally made out of foam, 53. Cupcakes instead of cake: In-
with one real slice for the bride and stead of paying a baker to construct
groom to cut out. The guests are a multi-tiered cake, consider doing a
served a real sheet cake that comes more economical cupcake tree.
50. Decorate a plain cake with

flower petals: Part of the expense
of wedding cakes are their ornate 54. Hire an individual instead of
decorations. To cut this cost, a bakery: Individual bakers have
decorate a plain white cake with lower overhead and often make
flower petals. Just be sure to avoid cakes as a fun side job.
flowers that may make your guests
sick.
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Alcohol
You want your guests to have a good time, but that doesn’t
have to mean footing a runaway bar bill. Use these tips to
keep your beverage budget from going overboard.
55. Forget about hard li- 59. Limit bar time: You don’t
quor: Hard liquor and mixed have to keep the alcohol flow-
drinks cost more than other ing all night. Have a cocktail
alcohol. Cut them out and hour, then serve only wine
offer choices of beer, wine and beer with dinner. Offer
and soft drinks instead. champagne or white wine
with dessert.
56. Homebrew: Do you
know someone who home- 60. Don’t serve alcohol: You
brews their beer? Ask them can cut this cost altogether
to consider providing beer by not serving alcohol at all.
for your wedding at cost. This, of course, depends on
your crowd.
57. Make your own wine: 61. Have a coffee bar instead
Some vineyards allow you of an alcoholic one: If you’ve
to make your own wine. decided to nix alcohol, your
Depending on your choice, guests may appreciate an
this can cost less than $5 alternative beverage bar.
per bottle. For even more Consider having a coffee bar
savings, print your own label with a barista who can whip
and give extra bottles away up espressos, lattes and other
as attendant gifts. specialty coffee drinks.
58. Toast with white wine 62. Offer a specialty drink
instead of champagne: instead of a full bar: A full
Champagne can get expen- bar with a variety of liquors
sive, and not everyone likes can be very expensive. Nar-
the carbonation. Save money row your drink choices down
by offering a nice white wine to one crowd pleaser to keep
instead. costs reasonable.
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Vendors
Wedding professionals create a wonderful atmosphere and provide helpful services.
However, they can come at a high cost. Check out these ways to save on your musi-
cians, photographer and other vendors.
63. Go for a package deal: Many photographers will throw in

free albums, engagement sessions, or proof books if you buy a
complete package.
64. Hire a high-quality vendor: This may 67. Hire a music student: Consider hir- 70. DJ instead of live band: You can
seem counterintuitive, but it’s important ing a budding musician. They can offer save money by choosing a DJ over a live
to splurge on a professional that can get quality talent at a fraction of the cost. band.
the job done right. You’ll spend more in
the long run if your amateur photogra- 71. Limit your videographer’s time: Ask
68. Ask for a smaller package: Some
pher or band flakes out on you and you’re your videographer if you can save money
vendors have a cheaper package that they
forced to hire someone else at the last by only videotaping parts of the wedding,
don’t normally publish. You may find that
minute. like the ceremony and first dance. That
it’s all you need.
way, they don’t have to be there for more
65. Consider everything optional: Do
hours than necessary.
you really need a videographer? Crazy DJ 69. Negotiate with vendors: Your ven-
lights? Think about details that can be cut dor may be willing to offer you a better
to save money. deal to beat out competitors. 72. Ask for services as a wedding pres-
ent: If you know someone who works as
66. Limit live music: If you’re hiring a professional musician, photographer or
musicians, you can save money by limiting other wedding vendor, ask them for their
the amount of time they are required to services as a wedding present. They’ll
perform. Use them for your cocktail hour save money on buying you a gift, and you
and first dance, then supply your own won’t have to pay someone to provide the
music with an iPod or a CD. service.
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Timing Is
Everything
Whether it’s the season, time of day, or just a good time to
shop, considering timing can make a big difference in your
budget. These are a few ways you can put time on your side
to get a good deal.
73. Avoid party seasons: If you get married during prom,

Christmas, or other party seasons, you’ll be competing 83. Plan ahead: If you get started early, you’ll
with schools, corporations and other party planners for have the time and flexibility to shop sales, cut coupons, do-
venues, caterers and more. The demand can drive up costs it-yourself and comparison shop.
significantly.
74. Get married during the wintertime: You’ll have your

choice of venues and the low demand for weddings in this
season will help keep your costs down.
75. Get married on a Sunday: Again, a lower demand for

Sunday weddings will help you cut costs across the board.
76. Morning wedding with brunch: A morning wedding

calls for lighter food, which means you’ll spend less. You
can also limit drinks to mimosas and screwdrivers.
77. Get married when the church is decorated for

holidays: If you get married when your church is already
decorated for holidays like Christmas and Easter, you’ll
avoid having to pay for them yourself.
78. Avoid February: Valentine’s Day drives up the cost of

flowers, diamonds and other wedding expenditures.
79. Buy white lights on sale after Christmas: If you’re

planning on decorating with string lights, pick them up dirt
cheap at after-Christmas sales.
80. Check out after-Valentine’s Day sales: You’ll be able

to buy lots of candy favors, heart decorations and other
wedding supplies at a fraction of the cost. This is especial-
ly beneficial if your wedding’s colors are pink or red.
81. Check out after-prom dress sales: You can save

hundreds of dollars by buying your dress off the clearance
rack.
82. Shop for white shoes around Easter: Buy white shoes
around Easter to enjoy more availability and avoid bridal
markup.
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Bridal salons are

great for one-
stop shopping,
but you’ll pay
a premium for
the convenience.
Check out these
sources to save
money.
Where 88. The big “W”: When getting

quotes, don’t mention the word “wed-
ding” until you have to. Some venues
and vendors charge a premium for them.
Say it’s an event or family gathering
To Shop
instead and hold them to it unless they
can justify extra charges.
89. Take on do-it-yourself projects:

We’ve noted a few things that you can
make on your own, but you may be able
to think of even more that are appli-
cable to your wedding. Just remember
Great Deals that DIY is not always cheaper. Research
and consider the costs before you get
84. Craiglist: Read Craigslist ads to find started.
wedding supplies for cheap or free. You
can even post your own ad asking for 90. Use a rewards credit card: If
leftovers that other brides may have. you’re going to be spending money, you
might as well get something for it! Use
85. eBay: You can find great deals on
a rewards card to get money back or
nearly everything for your wedding on
earn points toward honeymoon travel.
eBay. Look for dresses, décor, silk flow-
Just remember to pay on time to avoid
ers, plates and more.
finance charges, otherwise you might
end up paying for more than you get in
86. Thrift stores: Hit local thrift stores
return.
for plates, vases, and other supplies in
your color scheme. You can come up
91. Clip coupons: Hobby Lobby,
with cheap, eclectic decor this way.
Michaels, Bed Bath & Beyond and other
stores send out regular coupons. Spread
87. Consignment stores: You’ll find
your shopping out and ask friends and
quality wedding dresses, décor and more
relatives to let you use whatever coupons
for awesome prices at consignment
they get in the mail.
stores.
All The Rest
They’re last but certainly not least. Follow these
tips for even more ways to save on wedding costs.
Intimate
Destination Wedding
92. Consider an intimate destination wedding: You’ll be able to
slash the guest list and combine it with your honeymoon.
97. Ask friends and family members for leftovers: Do

93. Get out of the city: Weddings held out of town are you know someone who has gotten married recently? Ask
usually cheaper. them to let you use leftover decorations and other supplies
from their wedding.
94. Borrow a friend’s nice car for transportation: Avoid
spending money on a limo and use a car with a personal 98. Share decorating costs: See if another bride has
touch. booked your venue for the same weekend, then split costs
if you can agree on any shared décor, flowers and other
95. Have a smaller wedding party: Every additional expenses.
bridesmaid and groomsman means spending more on
flowers, gifts, and food. Consider cutting back on atten- 99. Consider hiring a wedding planner: Wedding planners
dants to save money. may seem like an unnecessary cost, but depending on the
size of your wedding, they may be able to save you money
96. Have a smaller wedding: Don’t feel compelled to by using their connections and knowledge of the industry.
invite your third cousin from Omaha that you’ve never
met. Make your wedding a small affair and you’ll spend
considerably less.
100. You don’t have to go overboard with attendant
mean-
gifts. Choose something affordable but
ingful. Hand-picked books with personal

notes inside, or framed photos generally work well. Keep attendant gifts simple.

How Much
To Give?
A wedding gift-giving guide---
C hoosing the perfect wedding gift for

a newly wedded couple may prove to be a
about the appropriate amount of money to
be given as a gift, there basically is no spe-
cific amount you can gift them. It all boils
rather difficult task. There is a wide range down to your relationship with the bride
?
of gifts for you to choose from; kitchen and groom, and your own budget.
gadgets, jewelry, clothing, etc. that it proves
difficult to make a decision. This is why it
is generally better to give the couple some
amount of cash wedding gift. Though this
may seem to be an im-
I f you don’t know the couple well, $25 is
more than enough as a cash
personal or uncreative gift. However if the couple
option as a gift, it is a is close to you, one way of
greatly recommended deciding on the amount to
gift. present them is to decide
on what you would present
?
them as a gift, and pres-
M ost couples
hope to buy something
ent a similar amount of
cash. Usually $100 is a great
amount of cash to give as
big like a home, car a wedding gift. There are
or furniture after their some people who determine
wedding; and with the amount to present by
your amount of cash doubling the amount you
wedding gift, you sort
of make a contribution
greatly would have spent on buying
a gift for the couple.
?
towards reaching this
dream of theirs. This recommended
money can also help
them enjoy their honeymoon much better.
H owever these are not
strict rules as not everyone has the same
T he couple will always feel rude and

awkward to ask for money; but they will not
budget or gift practices. There is no rule of
thumb to follow when making a cash wed-
ding gift; you have to decide depending on
feel prejudiced if their guests present them your budget and your acquaintance with the
some amount of cash as a wedding gift. couple. If you are very close to the couple,
There is a wide range of If you feel awkward about presenting only you want to present them more money.
gifts for you to choose from; some amount of cash as a wedding gift, you However if they are recent acquaintances,
kitchen gadgets, jewelry, could always personalize your cash gift by then you would present them some money
combining a check with a beautiful picture as a formality in a cash gift.
clothing, etc. that it proves frame, a kitchen gadget or perhaps write the
difficult to make a decision. couple a long letter stating your advice and
wishes for a happy wedding. Now thinking

DEFINE MARRIAGE
• Marriage is not a word. It is a sentence - a

life sentence.
• Marriage is a matter of give and take, but

so far I haven’t been able to find anybody
who’ll take what I have to give. - Cass Daley
• A woman worries about the future until

she gets a husband. A man never worries
about his future until he gets a wife!
• Man is incomplete until he is married.

Then he is finished.
LOVE ?
Wedding • We always hold hands. If I let go, she

shops.
Jokes • Husband: Honey, why are you wearing

your wedding ring on the wrong finger?
Wife: Because I married the wrong man!
• A lady inserted an “ad” in the classifieds:

“Husband wanted”. Next day she received
hundreds of letters. They all said the same
thing: “You can have mine.”
• Why is Hillary upset?

Because she may have been the FIRST
• When a man opens the door of his car
MONEY MATTERS LADY, but she won’t be the LAST!
for his wife, you can be sure of one thing:
either the car is new or the wife. • She ran after the garbage truck, yelling,
• A man said his credit card was stolen
but he decided not to report it because the “Am I too late for the garbage?” Following
thief was spending less than his wife did. her down the street I yelled, “No, jump in!”
LOVE AND MARRIAGE
• Don’t marry for money, you can borrow • My wife ran off with my best friend last
it cheaper. TV has no place in love. Marriage week. I miss him!
is a fight for
• A psychiatrist is a person who will give remote control. MARRIAGE AND BOLLYWOOD
you expensive answers that your wife will
give you for free. 1. Shaadi ke pehle - Ek Duje Ke Liye
Love is cuddling on a sofa.
Shaadi ke baad - Sirf Bachcho Ke Liye
Marriage is one of them sleeping ___________________________________
on a sofa. 2. Shaadi ke pehle -
Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge
Shaadi ke baad - Baaki Log Sukhi Ho Jayenge
Ram: “My wife has the worst memory. DOG OR WIFE?
___________________________________
”
3. Shaadi ke pehle - Chandramukhi
Shyam: “Does she forget everything? • If your dog is barking at the back door Shaadi ke baad - Jwaalamukhi
” and your wife is yelling at the front door, ___________________________________
Ram: “No, She remembers everything”. who do you let in first? The Dog of 4. Shaadi ke pehle - Maine Pyar Kiya
course...at least he’ll shut up after you let Shaadi ke baad - Ye Maine Kya Kiya?
him in!
___________________________________
Dance Pe Chance Mar Le!
How to Prepare a Perfect Dance for a Desi Wedding
BY MONICA MAJED
F rom the most exotic faces,

elegant fashions and clothing, music that makes your dil go
“mmmm”, stunning jewelry, one-of-a-kind traditions and customs,
to just plain awesome personalities - the Indian culture is truly
unique. One of the many advantages of being Indian/Pakistani is,
of course, the weddings! Traditional, cultural, and fun, they are the
highlight of our social lives. Have a Desi wedding of a loved one
coming up? Trying to do a dance at the Mehndi but
unsure where to start?
Don’t sweat it!
STEPS:
5. Practice, practice, practice! Meet up at least every other
1. Know whether you want to do it solo or with a group week with the people you’re performing with. Rotate the
of friends. location each time. (Example: Pooja’s house on the 3rd,
Mahrin’s House on the 18th, Ali’s house on the 27th, Mehro-
2. Get in touch with a friend/group of friends you want nissa’s house on the 30th, etc.)
to perform with and decide what type of dance you all
want to do. Discuss your possibilities. The most common TIPS:
routines usually performed at a Mehndi are: Bhangra, • Make sure the routine is appropriate enough - you never
Traditional, Bollywood, and Dandiya. know which aunties might be watching you.
3. Pick a song of that type that everyone agrees on and • If you’re doing a solo performance and aren’t sure of
start preparing the routine at least two months prior to what to do, get tips from other people you know who are
the Mehndi. Yes, it may seem quite early - but perfecting good dancers.
dance routines is harder than it seems!
• Don’t get too serious about it. Have fun with it! Make
4. If your song(s) has a video, rent the DVD/tape to sure everyone’s ideas get included into the mix somehow.
imitate the dance moves. If the video isn’t available, add
your own moves into the mix with the help of friends or WARNINGS:
anyone you know who has more experience. Get ideas Don’t slack off! This may lead to a disaster on the
from Indian movies, other dance routines, etc.
day of the Mehndi and embarrassment. Which isn’t
good, since our weddings have like 3000 people.

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Arranged BY RANA RIZVI
My sister and I used to joke about the indignity of being “checked

out” by prospective in-laws over an uncomfortable cup of chai with
both families. The most humiliating part, in my opinion, is painstak-
ingly balancing the loaded tea tray and asking each guest sweetly,
kitni chini? while managing to look demure. Excruciating.
I admit to have been a part of this reprehensible concept of arranged marriage is because we are in love with
process when my family was ‘looking for a nice girl’ for my the idea of being in love. In fact, we get a double dose of
youngest uncle. Of course, the larke-walas always have the it when you combine Hollywood with Bollywood. We have
upper hand in such scenarios, and for this reason, we row- spun ourselves into the reverie that our love story will be just
dily made our way to the girl’s home, armed with a camera. as “awww” inducing. Maybe it will be; for some, it is. For oth-
“To take the girl’s pictures,” my naani explained. I accurately ers, we look for that spark. The truth is, the spark will sizzle
deduced this to mean, “to go home and intensely analyze her out once you are married, regardless of whether you had a
every feature with the whole family huddled around.” Which love or an arranged marriage. Case in point: a couple I knew
really did happen, by the way. We came to the conclusion that dated for a good nine years and brought a whole new level of
her eyes were rather wide-set. Public Display of Affection. When they finally got married a
few years ago, sparks were flying—soaring, even—they were
But let’s back up a little bit. Cramped in the living ecstatic to finally be together, as they should be. I recently
room, both families were not-so-subtly straining to hear the asked them how married life was. Even though there are
subdued (read: awkward) conversation between the prospec- unshaved legs involved and the sparks have since dwindled,
tive bride and groom. As I allowed myself to be served chai there is affectionate companionship and a cozy fondness for
by the potential bride, the shame of it all struck me. Don’t each other.
get me wrong, I’m all for arranged marriages. In fact, if my
parents were to select someone for me, I trust them to have Like I said, there are some of us that are repulsed
made the right choice. My parents, like many other couples I by the idea of arranged marriage, and others that embrace
know, had an arranged marriage and managed to stay together it. Whatever it is, there’s a succession of incidents that will
happily. bring the unfortunate launch of the situation. To begin with,
the big 2-0 for a desi woman will cause the parentals to sud-
I think a big part of why some people don’t like the denly hear an imaginary ‘biological’ clock ticking away in

their heads. Except it’s not your biologi- someone to blame. If an arranged mar-
cal clock—it’s the desi version of this “I’m going to continue riage falls apart, you can always blame
internal mechanism; I shall call it the your parents. If a love marriage falls
dulhanogical clock. The ‘rents will be apart, your mother will go insane not
painfully aware of this dulhanogical being in love with being able to voice the unspoken “I told
clock. Your maximum rishtaa-earning you so,” because that would just be aw-
potential is fleeing before their eyes. ful. In all seriousness, though, arranged
Subsquently, you will be set up to have the idea of love” marriages are thought out rationally—
chai with “unka beta…you know, those that’s when we do our best thinking,
nice people who used to live next door demeaning facets: the aforementioned where there are no emotions involved.
in 1990.” Perfect, now he’s seen what chai gatherings are the beginning of the
you looked like in denim dungarees and whole saga. In any case, the act of arranged
pigtails. marriage itself has proved itself suc-
I think you get the idea of the It follows with the collection of cessful, so we must be doing something
process. It’s wonderfully heartwarm- the candidates’ most flattering photo- right. What we need is a modernization
ing. So what is it exactly that repels us graphs (can someone say airbrushed?), of this lamentable practice, which my
from the idea of arranged marriage? Is an in-depth analysis of the candidates’ sister and I like to call “going to the
it really such a backward notion? My best and worst attributes, and not to bakri bazaar.” This is because you judge
sister and I agree that it’s not the act of mention, a hardcore investigation of the item on its features and weight be-
arranged marriage that makes us cringe the family background of the person in fore you buy it. And I refuse to be a part
inwardly, but it’s the process of getting question. of the bakri bazaar. In the mean time,
there. Like anything, it has its pros and I’m going to continue being in love with
cons. There are pros too. Like I al- the idea of love.
The initial screening of a ways say to my friend, whenever some-
prospective spouse comprises of many thing goes wrong, you typically look for

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research oriented answers.
Q: What do you think are the biggest issues facing our community right
now that your show talks about?
A: ‘Zindagi’(which airs every Friday between 2-3pm on Radio Salaam Na-

maste 104.9FM) stands up and says things which are felt by many but voiced
by none. When I say things on ‘Zindagi’, women call and thank me for this
platform. It’s great to know that my show can be a sort of safe haven to discuss
whatever ‘taboo’ issues South Asian individuals feel are important to them. I
feel so fortunate to have touched so many people in a profound way. Since last
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South Asians all over are finally breaking the shackles of silence that have con-
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Dear Didi...
The sassy soul sister you WISH you had...
Dear Didi,
I am totally confused. Recently, my ex-boyfriend came to town, and I went to go have lunch
with him as platonic friends. I asked my current boyfriend if he was okay with it, and he said yes. But, since
then, he has been really distant
and snappy with me.. What’s wrong?
Signed,
Baffled and Bewildered
Plano, TX
Didi Speaks: Hello!!?! Is anything in there? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist

to figure this out. Why would he be acting distant and snappy A F T E R you went
to lunch with your ex? Could it be because he really wasn’t ok with the whole idea?
Ding, ding, ding! Everyone in their right mind knows that they shouldn’t go out
with their ex, let alone ask their current fling for permission. Since you obviously
messed up, make it up to him by cooking him dinner or make it even by letting him
go to lunch with his ex. Whatever you do, though, d o n o t s p e n d t i m e with
“ p aacnkdi n g
another ex unless you want your current boyfriend to turn into one!
Dear Didi,
I recently got into graduate school in New York, and was super excited about it. However,
get
my long-term boyfriend has been trying really hard to convince me to stay. He even gave
me an ultimatum, saying he ‘ wasn’t willing to do long distance’. I
have some pretty good jobs lined up locally, so I’m confused as to whether I should stay or
not... Sure, New York is way better for my career, but what about my boyfriend? Help!!
Signed,
d o n ’t
Confused and Concerned
Forth Worth, TX
Didi Speaks: Dump him quicker than last week’s GLAD bag,
girl! He’s obviously too insecure to let you move to another city,
but that’s his problem, n o t y o u r s . My advice would be to get
to packing and dont look back. We dont live in the 1950’s anymore l o o k
“
back!!
where a woman has to heed to a man’s every wish. In the words of
Russell Simmons, do you!
Dear Didi,
I’m a college student and I just split with my girlfriend of 2 years. It was a pretty friendly split, and we
still hang out with common friends together. The problem is: I am starting to fall for her best
f r i e n d , who I’ve also known for two years. Do you think its weird for me to ask her friend out so soon
after the b r e a k u p ? How long should I wait?
Signed,
Anxious and Amorous
Denton, TX
Didi Speaks: Shouldn’t this one be part of the guys c o d e o f c o n d u c t ?

What are you trying to do here? Ruin a lifelong friendship for your month of plea-
sure? I don’t think its weird for you to ask your ex’s friend out, but I do think that you
are pretty dumb for even thinking about doing so. That’s like your ex hooking up with
your best friend. Not too hot if you think about it, huh? As for knowing how long to
wait before asking the friend out, dont hold your breath on this one, pal.
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Hondamotive Auto Tech 972-790-8664 Binnys Beauty Salon 972-203-914 3010 LBJ Freeway, 12th Floor, Irving, 76038 Bhatia Mart 972-312-8401
1524 N. Beltline Road, Irving, TX-75061 6246 Broadway Blvd., # 101, Garland, TX- Sungum Beauty Parlour 972-849-7120 2220 Coit Road, Suite 430, Plano, TX-75075
HVAC Repair Air-Conditioning 75043 325 W. Airport Freeway, Irving, TX-75062 Event Catering by Indian Food Club
469-878-3311 Expressions by Rani…972-489-7535 Taz Beauty Care Irving, TX-75038 214-226-4595
2001 E Spring Creek, Plano, TX-75074 www.beautipage.com/rani 972-242-0119/214-677-6850 Halal Pakistani Home Catering
Julius Rajkumar Hamilton See advertisement on Page 46 1330 MacArthur Dr, # 708, Carrollton, TX-75007 972-252-0969
972-259-4799 Euless Beauty Salon 817-835-0815 Zaibees Skincare Beauty Center 2804 Cantrell Street, Irving, TX-75062
1300 Rock Island, Suite 125, Irving, TX-75060 1002 Fullerwiser Rd, # 3218, Euless, TX-76039 972-980-7834 Kaurina’s 972-888-9990
Just Tires 972-986-0098 Fa Salon 972-437-2309 524 W Beltline Rd, #3, Richardson, TX-75080 2750 Northaven Road, Dallas, TX-75229
141 N Story Road, Irving, TX 220 E Spring Valley Road, Richardson, TX- 2929 Custer Rd, # 307, Plano, 972-943-1210 Mehreen Junaid 972-442-9733
Maan Auto Care…972-247-0300 75081 BOOK STORES 212 Palmdale Drive, Wylie, TX-75098
“Complete Bumper to Bumper auto repair” Farah Ali 972-693-6029 ISKCON 214-827-6330 Only Pav-Bhaji 972-869-9045
See advertisement on Page 90 2730 Eaglepath, Mesquite, TX-75150 5430 Gurley Avenue, Dallas, TX-75223 W Royal Lane, Irving, TX-75063
Meineke Car Care 972-446-8444 Fareen Hair & Nails 972-234-6638 Islamic Books N Gifts 972-669-9625 Shobhana Patel 214-496-9418
1814 South Josey Lane, Carrollton, TX-75006 1714 E Beltline Road, Richardson, TX-75081 Stanza Text Books 972-998-9608/ 9831 Valley Ranch Pkwy, # 2010, Irving, 75063
Maaco Auto Painting & Body Glamour Hair Design 972-323-1362 214-503-8727 Mahendra Patel 972-485-0332
972-272-7535 1205 W. Trinity Mills Road, Carrollton, TX 9550 Forest Lane, Suite 320, Dallas, TX-75243 300 S Jupiter, Apt #202 , Garland, TX
917 E Walnut St, Garland, TX-75040 Salon D’ Elegance 214-542-7959 Swamy Narayan Mandir 972-243-8669 Yummy Ghar Ka Khana 214-454-5232
2434 N Story Road, Irving, 75062 972-594-8301 1330 Campbell Rd, # 31, Richardson, TX-75080 11321 Web Chapel Road, Dallas, TX-75229 CLEANING
1205 Summit Ave, Plano, 75074 972-516-0444 Karizma 214-244-1225 CABLE/ DISH/ Clean Work Janitorial 817-808-0856
10807 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas 214-351-2800 4005 Beltline Road, Addison, TX-75001
COMMUNICATION 1904 Cloister, Suite 411, Arlington, TX-76011
4103 Lindbergh Dr, Addison 972-702-8877 Khoobsurat Beauty Parlor Comet Cleaners 972-492-7286
1st Am-Indo Satellite 972-346-8161
Patel Auto Care 214-637-4227 972-256-9700 1711 E Frankford Road, # 101, Carrollton
832 W Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX-75024
10603 Denton Dr, Dallas 75220 425 W Airport Freeway, # 203, Irving, TX-75062 75007
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Presto Lube 972-594-6700 MD Laser Skincare 972-874-7546 Dallas Building Maintenance
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1205 W. Trinity Mills, # 103, Carrollton, TX-
R&R Auto Source 214-235-2828/ 75028 2824 Valley View Lane, # 109, Dallas, TX-75234
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817-403-5797 Monica’s Salon 972-231-4055 Nifty Swifty Cleaning 817-233-3261
11268 Ables Lane, Dallas, TX 75229 635 W. Campbell, # 306, Richardson, TX-75080 A P Communications Arlington, TX-76013
R.S. Autocare 817-795-5484 Moosa Afshan 214-547-8008 1000 S Main St, # 290, Servpro Prestonwood 214-341-3868
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Raj Auto 972-680-2104 14818 Alstone Dr, Frisco, TX 75035 6235 214-335-4448
13595 Floyd Circle, Suite 300, Dallas, TX-75243 See advertisement on Page 44
Anywhere Wireless 227 E Rio Grande Drive, Garland, TX-75041
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817-514-0325 6201 Windhavewn Pky, # 1211, Plano, Tx 75093 2524 Preston Road, # 403, Plano, TX-75093
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530 Heley Street, Irving, TX-75060 Pink Beauty Care 214-677-6850 611 N Main Street, Euless, TX-76039 Absolute Solution Inc 469-585-4537
AUTO SERVICES Carrollton, TX-75007 Cell N Com 972-394-4184 Main Street, Grand Prairie, Arlington, TX-75050
European Auto Tech 972-422-9941 Poshaak 972-783-9700 3648 Old Denton Rd, # 108, Carrollton, TX- Acclaim Networks 817-488-1030
3953 N Central Expressway, Plano, TX 75023 100 S Central Expy, # 18, Richardson, TX- 75007 754 Port America Place, # 150, Grapevine,
JDM Engine Corp 972-234-2500 75080 Dish Network & Asia Net 469-360-2182 76051
1331 Exchange Drive, Richardson, TX 75081 Pretty Hair Design 972-446-1244 6246 Broadway Blvd, # 101, Garland, TX-75043 AdComp Systems Inc
BANKING 2540 Old Denton Rd, # 307, Carrollton, TX- Freedom Cards 214-634-8355 972-620-5686x201
75006 8500 N Stemmons Frwy, # 5033, Dallas, 75247 1311 N Stemmons Fwy, # 12, Dallas, TX-75229
Citibank 866-443-9749
Purvi’s Beauty Parlor 972-423-7145 Millennium Communication
14909 Coit Rd, Dallas Tx 75248 Amacro Vision Inc 469-585-4537
1105 Coolidge Street, Plano, TX-75094 972-669-2212 402 E Safari Pkw, Grand Prairie, TX-75050
252 N. Denton Tap Rd. Coppell Tx 75019
Rashmi 817-793-0959 100 S Central Expwy #75, Richardson, TX- Adelta CT 469-766-4622/ 214-342-5566
Citibank NRI Business
1133 N Meadow Creek Drive, Irving, TX-75038 75080 Banglavision Inc 469-223-6798
2 Court Square, 14th Flr, Long Island City, NY
Reshma Parwani 972-691-1826 3800 Main Street 101, The Colony, TX-75056 7313 Avalon Drive, Plano, TX-75025
Fidelity National Title 214-239-4511
1811 Hill Ridge Drive, Flower Mound, TX-75028 My Pak Telecom 972-814-7237 Computer Rx 972-373-0098
United Central Bank…972-620-1927 Reviva 972-304-0329
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See advertisement on Page 8 109 Whispering Hills Drive, Coppell, TX 817-832-5975 75063
Riya Beauty 817-230-4197/ DirectTV-Dish Network-Intl. Concord Soft Inc 817-490-5217
Merchant Cash Advance 877-682-7262 817-490-1584
2828 Forest Lane #2100, Dallas Tx 75234 National Wireless 972-488-6968 1214 Hidden Ridge, Suite 3059, Irving, TX-
Rukhsar Face & Laser Center 11367 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75038
One World Bank 972-243-7775 972-245-7727
2449 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas, TX-75229 NextLink Satellite 972-690-7177 Dallas PC Repair & Computer
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Ranjani Rangan 972-578-5000 Salon Di Amici 817-656-0089 Royal Communications 972-542-8113 3515 Normandy Avenue, Suite 7, TX-75205
5900 West Park Boulevard, Plano, TX-75093 5344 North Tarrant Parkway, Keller, TX-76248 400 N Central Expy, # 110, Mckinney, TX-75069 Dallas Web Designs 214-722-6402
BEAUTY CARE / SALONS Saloni Beauty Parlor 972-939-6848 5050 Quorum Drive, Suite 700, Dallas, TX-
Raza.com, Dallas, TX 877-463-4233
1st Beauty Stop 972-596-0816 3980 Legacy Trail, Carrollton, TX-75010 VR Wireless 214-350-0115 75254
5451, Independence Parkway, Plano, TX-75023 Salons By J. C. 469-223-6389 11029 Harry Hines Blvd, # B101, Dallas, 75229 Data Warehouse Specialists
All About Beauty 469-233-9550 7602 W Campbell Rd, # 23, Richardson, 75248 972-409-5940
1811 Hill Ridge Drive, Flower Mound, TX-75028 Salon USA 214-483-9629 300 E Royal Lane, Suite 112, Irving, TX-75039
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Flat World Promos 972-758-7500 6401 Independence Pkwy, Plano, TX-75023 Madhusri Sethuraman
To advertise here contact 3308 Preston Road, # 350-120, Plano, TX-75093 Jain Society 972-424-4902 / 3629 Mistyglen Dr, Plano,75025
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Macrobase LLC 214-556-7030 3720 Aransas Drive, Plano, TX-75025 Kutchi Association of Texas (KAT) 4420 Giovanni Drive, Plano, TX-75024
10406 Stokes Lane, Irving, TX - 75063 7200 Preston Rd, Plano, TX-75024 972-369-4990 Tanjore Bharatham 972-422-2052
Matherpoint Inc 972-814-2442 Maharashtra Mandal, TX 972-964-3601 4017 Lonesome Trail, Plano, TX-75023
3721 Spring Valley Rd, # 261, Addison, TX- Maheshwary Group of DFW Upaasana 214-495-4228
75001 214-641-4072 Vani Iswara 469-293-6264
MileStone Technologies Inc Allen, TX 3317 Langley Court, Flower Mound, TX-75022
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824 Kinwest Parkway, Irving, TX-75063 3012 Dove Creek Ln Richardson TX - 75082 972-772-3282
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972-478-2366 Marbury Global Technologies Students for Asian-Indian Cultural Aarohi - Live Band 469-939-1231
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75006 4805 North O’Connor Road, Irving, TX-75062 Allen, TX 817-257-3128
High Octavez 214-906-5264
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Pixel Info System 214-714-2664 Texas Valley Ranch, Irving, TX-75063
Royal Communications 972-542-8113 1900 Westridge Dr, # 207, Irving, TX-75038
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S & S Management 214-240-4262 DANCE SCHOOLS 972-488-1277
6405 Phinney Drive, Frisco, TX-75035 Akhila Rao 817-251-2604 14450 Marsh Lane, Addisson, TX-75001
Sigma Surveillance, Inc. 214-534-0019 601 North Park Blvd, Grapevine, TX-76051 Candy’s Daycare 972-234-9601
2201 Midway Road, # 316, Carrollton, TX-75006 Alankar Nritya Academy 214-701-6156 Prestonwood Drive, Richardson, TX-75081
Symeta Systems 469-371-65661 1131 Hidden Ridge, Apt. # 3112, Irving, TX- Celeste Ann M. Rock 469-330-0773
700 Wagon Wheel Dr, Allen, TX-75002 75038 10601 Black Walnut Drive, Dallas, TX-75243
Topgeeks.net 469-261-7000 Anjali Magi 214-235-6123 Children’s Garden Montessori
Serving Dallas and Surrounding Areas 5315 N Macarthur Blvd, Irving, TX-755038 972-377-8874
Arati School of Dance, TX 4620 Faulkner Drive, Plano, TX-75024
Vizability Web Design 972-744-0786
1221 Abrams Road, # 139, Richardson, TX- 972-960-9223 Daya 817-808-4220
75081 Archana Arts 817-460-6453 306 Martha Street, Euless, TX-76040
PS Profit Security LLC…1-888-705-7776 1015 Mill Crossing Place, # 187, Arlington, Durga 972-578-9729
CONSTRUCTION www.profitsecurity.com 1515 Riogrande, Plano, TX-75075
76006
American Service Center 972-681-2222 See advertisement on Page 54 Hugs & Kisses Daycare 972-618-3374
15330 LBJ Fway, # 210-211, Mesquite, TX- Bharatham, Plano, TX 469-675-0428
Stellar Software Network, Inc. Bratati Saha School of Kathak 3216 Dagan Drive, Plano, TX-75023
75150 972-335-1533 214-473-6601 In-Home Child Care 214-783-3701
Clanton’s Quality Awnings 3601 Estacado Lane, Plano, TX-75025 Ranch View Drive, Irving, TX-75063
4701 14th Street, Suite 16101, Plano, TX-75074
214-388-5444
4612 S Buckner Boulevard, Dallas, TX-75227
COURIER Darpan Dance Academy 972-608-0397 Komal Day Care for Kids 2 14-876-3635
JetStar Courier 214-343-7212 Plano, TX-75093 4514 Avebury Drive, Plano, TX-75024
First City Homes 214-325-1916
11020 Audelia C-209, Dallas, TX-75243 Eastern Connection 972-747-0669 Lovemore Daycare 972-250-1444
Mike Ghouse www.firstcityhomes.net
Ramesh 972-596-7288 Plano, TX 7308 Frankford Road, Dallas, TX-75252
KSVAC 214-703-9434
6000 Ohio Drive, Plano, TX-75093 Ellora Center Performing Arts Montessori Home Care 817-649-0745
2441 Wagonwheel Dr, Rockwall 75032
The Moving Company 972-392-2600 469-293-6264 2303 Stennett Drive, Arlington, TX-76006
M R Contractors 972-480-0303
14732 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX-75254 3317 Langley Court, Flower Mound, TX-75022 Morning Star Montessori 4 69-366-4015
777 S Central Expy, # 1-X, Richardson, TX-
CULTURAL Kuchipudi Dance Classes 103 N Fountain Gate Dr, Allen 940-368-8228
75080
972-897-3466 Sharda Dahiya 972-527-0324
PlanVision, Ltd. 972-907-9829 Academy of Bangla Arts 214-770-4273
9955 Teal Hollow Drive, Frisco, TX-75035 1617 Simsbury Drive, Plano, TX-75025
811 Alpha Dr, # 339, Richardson, TX-75081 3333 N MacArthur Blvd, # 300, Irving, TX-75062
Kuchipudi In Flower Mound TLC-Turner Loving Care 972-517-2044
Royal Heat & AC Inc. 972-986-7520 Antorik-Bengali Organization of
972-539-2213 1921 Liverpool Drive, Plano, TX-75025
1012 Briar Oaks Drive, Irving, TX-75060 Greater Dallas,
Anima Bhattacharjee, Dallas, Tx 972-424-5945 2321 Ash Leaf Lane, Grapevine, TX-75022 Vasanthi 817-571-5673
S & W Construction Inc. 817-688-9294
Kuchipudi Dance School 9 72-334-9609 306 Martha Street, Apt.# 124, Euless, TX-76040
352 N Rudd Street, Burleson, TX-76028 Bengali Association of DFW
USA Builders, Corporation 972-699-1811 Srilatha Suri 8305 Young Court, Plano, TX- DENTAL
1901 N Central Expy, # 310, Richardson, 75080 75025 21st Century Dental Care 972-881-4601
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811 Alpha Dr, # 339, Richardson, TX-75081
972-612-6145/ 972-380-0000 4013 Bashful Drive, Plano, TX-75093 A+Dental 972-380-4300
CONSULTING Nartini Center for Indian Performing
DFW Gujarati Samaj 817-267-1054 2661 Midway Road, Suite 230, Carrollton, TX
Actuate Designs 972-897-26411 Arts,
Fine Arts Society of India 817-272-5821 Aby Jacob Chacko, 972-530-3644
Adecco 972-550-1594 Plano, TX-75023 972-517-5973
University of Texas at Arlington 6504 Highway 78, Suite 146, Garland, TX
1217 Corporate Dr E, Arlington Tx 76006 Noopur Dance Academy 972-208-2718
817-721-8365 Ace Dental Clinic 972-316-1800
Avon Software Technologies Inc. 4420 Giovanni Drive, Plano, TX-75024
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972-231-5536 Nrutya Shala 972-867-2829
Indian Classical Music DFW Advanced Family Dental 817-337-0072
Harshal Maniar, 777 SCE, 1-Z, Richardson, 777 N Grove Road, # 113, Richardson, TX-
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972-727-3004 1540 Keller Parkway, Suite 140 , Keller, TX
P.O. Box 50603, Dallas, TX-75250-0603 75081 Affordable Dental Care 972-690-1235
Dataprobe International Inc Rayasams 972-678-2512
972-929-0494
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PO Box 702571, Dallas, TX-75370-2571 2100 W Northwest Hwy, Suite 204, Grapevine,
Indian Students Association Allen, TX-75013 TX
972-437-6364 Rupa 617-529-8342 Allen Dentistry 972-359-9950
University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, 5801 Preston Oaks Rd, # 207, Dallas, TX-75254 551 W McDermott , Allen, TX
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4375 Booth Calloway, N Richland Hills, 76180 7777 Forest Ln, Medical City of Dallas, 75230 75231
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972-359-1400 7205 Sparrow Point Lane, Sachse, TX-75048 3415 Custer Road, Suite 101, Plano, TX
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1505 W McDermott Drive, # 110, Allen, TX- 76104 320 Decker Drive, Suite 240-A, Irving, TX 75062
75013 Vijay Sharma, MD 972-867-9507 Sunitha 469-733-3241
Namrata Sayani, MD 940-AID-2020 1600 Coit Road, Suite 107, Plano, TX-75075 6330 MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX
North Texas Center for Sight, Dr. Vikram Rao 972-423-8555 Trin Tech Software 972-739-1632
2501 Scripture, # 103, Denton, TX-76201-2314 SE corner of Parker & Alma, Plano, TX 1845 E Northgate Drive, Irving, TX
Narender Monga, MD 214-942-0881 Vinoda/Prasanna Kumar, MD Tutoring for School 972-236-2555
221 W. Colorado Blvd., # 165, Dallas, TX-75208 817-589-2517 2916 Maple Court, Carrollton, TX
Neelanjani Prasad 214-618-8240 Webb Royal Medical Group UT Austin MBA 1-877-232-6201
1701 Legacy Drive, Frisco, TX-75034 214-350-9334 2201 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207
Dr. Neeta Nayak 214-820-6060 142 Webb Royal Plaza, Dallas, TX-75229 Value Tutor 972-377-9415
Dallas Chiropractic Clinic 214-221-9111 4004 Worth Street, # 100, Dallas, TX-75246 Yasmin Khalida, MD 972-394-9200 3600 Kimble Drive, Plano, TX-75025
6830 Walling Lane, # 100, Dallas, TX-75231 Nitin K. Patel, MD 972-991-2020 2008 E Hebron Pkwy, # 100, Carrollton, TX-
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5100 Beltline Road, # 850, Dallas, TX-75254 75007
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Deepika Gopal, MD, FACC Asia Bazaar 972-240-4440
75038 2360 E. Park Blvd., Suite 206, Plano, TX-75074
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7777 Forest Lane, Suite A-202, Dallas, TX- Bombay Sari 972-437-2465
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75230 113 South Central Expy, Richardson, TX-75080
2300 Village Rd, #300, Highland Village, 75077 3209 Wyndmere Drive, Richardson, TX- 75082 Custom Printing 817-249-4931
To advertise here contact Dr. Peter Gulati 214-941-0032 First Drive Driving School 228 Meadowhill Drive, Fortworth, TX-76126
Sales Manager @ 972 401 1550 129 West Ninth Street, Dallas, TX-75208 469-569-2500 East West Appliances 972-238-9055
Dr. Prashant Jyothi 214-341-5255 7358 Parkridge Blvd., Irving, TX-75063
Dipak Master, OD 972-926-5664 524 W Beltline Rd, # 1, Richardson, TX-75080
1013 Northwest Hwy, # 110, Garland, TX-75041 8989 Skillman Street, LBJ, Dallas, TX-75243 Green Light Driving Academy India Sari Palace 972-680-8238
Preston Park 972-596-3505 817-310-0193
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3900 Pebble Creek, Plano, 75023 888-560- Allen School of Music 972-359-1600 214-676-5759
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75080 Arapaho Music Studios 972-234-4982 Barsana Dham 972-527-6195
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Association, Dallas, TX 972-690-1912 Krishna P. Yalamanchili 469-831-5609
Islamic Association of Lewisville Shreeji Non Profit Organization, 75070
972-691-5566 Best Signs 214-340-7446 1701 N Greenville Ave., # 402, Richardson,
Fortworth, TX 972-841-1727 75081
P.O. Box 294102, Lewisville, TX-75029-4102 1718 Reserve Street, Garland, TX-75042
Texas Indo-American Dentists Najma Real Estate Services
Islamic Association of N Texas Association, DIS Print & Web Solutions
972-231-5698 972-567-8040 214-731-1044
72120 W Spring Creek Pkwy, # C, Plano, 75023 Ram Muthu - AAA Realtors
840 Abrams Road, Richardson, TX-75081 972-527-486 532 Runstone Drive, Irving, TX-75060
Islamic Association of Tarrant Hall Graphics 214-349-3870 214-533-6437
Texas Indo-American Physicians 1545 Ave K, Suite 169, Plano, TX-75074
817-737-8104 Society, 10660 Plano Road, Suite 122, Dallas, TX-75238
4801 Fletcher Avenue, Fortworth, TX-76107 Jay Kay Press Inc., 972-831-0433 Rani Amsavelu 469-867-4584
Allen, TX 817-457-2928 600, S. Denton Tap Rd, # 110, Coppell, TX-
Islamic Center Of Irving 972-721-9136 The IndUS Entrepreneurs (TiE) 10580 Newkirk St, Suite 301, Dallas, TX-75220
245 E Grauwyler Rd, # 118, Irving, TX-75061 75019
972-235-5555 PrintOGraphics, 972-240-7979
Islamic Center of Momin 972-554-0200 5481 Broadway Blvd., # 117, Garland, TX-75043 Safeway Group, Inc. 770-409-9910 x15
SHOPPING Truvillion Realty Group 817-277-4879
1019 Perry Street, Irving, TX-75060-3222 Texas Commerce Printing,
Deals2Buy.com Wiiliam Davis Realty 214-477-9036
Jain Society of North Texas 214-638-2774
P.O. Box 142523 Irving, Tx 75014 17732 Preston Rd, # 100, Dallas, TX-75252
972-470-0606 9011 John Carpenter Frwy, # 102, Dallas, 75247
538 Apollo Road, Richardson, TX-75081 SOCIAL RELIGIOUS
REAL ESTATE
Kriya Yoga Center 214-418-6860 DFW Indian Lions Club Anantha P Archakam 469-467-4553
A Action Realtors
10600 Steppington, Suite 230, Dallas, TX-75230 972-475-1075TX 6629 Macintosh Drive, Plano, TX-75023
Manmohan (Mohen) S.Rai
Manoyoga Sadhana 972-516-8325 Association for India’s Devpt.
972-270-7521
PO Box 260185, Plano, TX-75026 972-867-0912
8111 LBJ Suite 945, Dallas, TX-75251
Mata Amritanandmayi Satsang PO Box 835833, Richardson, TX-75083-5833
Amit Sachdev 469-951-0413
972-380-0951 Bighelp For Education 781-962-7399
8909 Pocono Drive, Plano, TX-75025
Dallas TX-75287-6734 Charotar Patidar Samaj of DFW
972-255-3037 Ashok Daftary, CCIM 972-612-0000
North Texas Hindu Mandir 3204 Lanarc Drive, Plano, TX-75023
214-552-0549/817-308-7796 DFW Maharasthra Mandal 972-735-9357
17616 Squaw Valley Dr, Dallas, TX-75252 Bharati Rao 817-277-4879
10309 Baronne Circle, Dallas, TX-75218 1106 De Pauw Drive, Arlington , TX-76012
Sathya Saibaba Center of North Dallas Dallas Indian Lions Club 972-424-4902
Church of South India 972-463-8778
Immigrants Support Network To advertise here contact Sales 9400 Plano Road, Dallas, TX-75238
www.ndsai.org 972-250-0126 972-236-8368 Manager @ 972 401 1550 Foundation for Pluralism 2 14-325-1916
Shree Santram Bhakt Samaj 700 San Francisco Street, Carrollton, TX-75007
Charles M.R. Vethan 214-841-1000 1636 Coyote Ridge, Carrollton, TX 75010
972-430-0000 India Association of N Texas
4144 North Central Expy, # 660, Dallas, 75204 Ramachar 972-518-1034
Shree Swaminarayan Mandir 972-234-IANT
Danny and Chinna Raj 972-867-7666 1254 Hidden Ridge, Apt# 1011, Irving, TX-
972-263-7637 Irving DFW Indian Lions Club
1800 Preston Park Blvd, Plano, TX-75093 75038
2114 Pine Street, Grand Prairie, TX-75005 972-303-0745
Kerala Civic Organization Enterprise America 214-855-6675 Suryakant J Bhatt 972-475-4454
Sikh Study Circle 972-579-9646 12222 Merit Drive, Suite1870, Dallas, TX 75251 2005 Dover Drive, Rowlett, TX-75088
834 N Nursery Road, Irving, TX-75061 972-416-4696
Everest Realty 972-303-0103 Umanath Bhat 972-874-1378
Sri Aurobindo Center 972-829-3161 Laughing Club 214-226- 5406 Broadway, Suite 102, Garland, TX-75043 4417 Sandra Lynn, Flower Mound, TX-75022
Sri Ganapathi Sachchidananda Swamiji
3427 Lakshmana Katuri 972-423-4523 RESTAURANTS
Satsangh, Allen, TX 972-517-2723 1515 Rio Grande Drive, Plano, TX-75075
Sri Sai Baba Temple of DFW Independence Parkway, Afghan Grill 972-818-0300
Laxmi Tummala - REMAX 9 72-989-7815 19177 Preston Road, Suite 180, Dallas, TX-
972-459-4765 Plano, TX-75023 8600 N. MacArthur Blvd, # 104, Irving, TX- 75252
2109 West Parker Plaza, # 212, Plano, TX- Plano Indian Lions Club 972-245-3941 75063
75023 Aahar Indian Restaurant…972-432-2427
Richardson University Lions Club, Rakesh Garg 972-588-8082 “Home cooking with Home prices”
St Mary’s Jacobite Church Allen, TX 1333 W. McDermott, Suite 100, Allen, TX-75013 See advertisement on Page 79
972-446-9983 972-407-7345/ 972-880-0000 Ramesh Ramotar - R Square Realtors,
2112 Old Denton Drive, Carrollton, TX-75006 World Muslim Congress 214-325-1916 Agha Juice 972-245-5001
225 N Eleventh St, # A, Garland
St.Thomas Syrian Catholic Church, 1636 Coyote Ridge, Carrollton, 75010 1205 W Trinity Mills Road, Carrollton TX 75006
972-487-0462
Afrah’s Restaurant 972-234-9898
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12465 Black Cherry Lane, Euless, TX
AirTravelExperts.Com 214-634-7277
8100 John Carpenter Frwy, # 105, Dallas,
Get your business listed. Contact us from below Signs Universe 972-880-2884 75247
E-mail: sales@SNMonthly.com Tel: 972-401-1550 4304 Onyx Drive, Carrollton, TX All About Travel 972-691-1826
1811 Hill Ridge Drive, Flower Mound, TX-75028
SPORTS
Home Run Alley - 972-447-9066 Allwell Travel & Tours, Inc
3221, Skylane Drive, Carrollton, TX-75006 972-355-1963
Madras Pavilion, 972-671-DOSA Taj Chaat House 214-596-1133
North Texas Cricket Association 3332 Brittany Drive, Flower Mound, TX-75022
101 S Coit Road, Suite 359, Richardson, 75080 1057 W Rochelle Road, Irving, TX-75062
Maharaj Indian Cuisine 972-248-0045 214-325-1916 Omega Travel- Tel- 972-518-1268
Swadeshi Indian Cuisine…972-514-1086 1300 W. Walnut Hill Ln ste#155D, Irving,
17370 Preston Road, Suite 490, Dallas, TX- “Cuisine of India” www.NTCricket.com
The Cricket Gear 214-557-4462 TX 75038. Fax- 972-518-1309
75252 See advertisement on Page 85
Maharaja Indian Restaurant 1616 W Irving Boulevard, Irving, TX-75061 Alpha Travel Associates 972-897-7093
Taj Express 214-528-0200
214-440-0000 STORAGE 5609 Kerry Lane, Garland, TX-75043
4436 Lemmon, Dallas, TX
6308 Hulen Bend Boulevard, Fortworth, TX- Public Storage 214-521-8100 Amrita Travel 972-231-7993
Taj Mahal 214-692-0535
76132 3540 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX 13999 Goldmark Dr, # 429, Richardson, TX-
10455 N Central Expy, # 20, Richardson, TX
Malti Indian Veg Cuisine 972-315-3839 Shurguard 972-396-4970 75240
Tandoor Grill 469-241-0449
801 W Roundgrove, # 108, Lewisville, TX- 1210 N Beltline, Irving, TX Angel Travels 972-418-0350
6900 Alma Drive, Suite 100, Plano, TX-75023
75067 1925 E. Beltline, Suite 205, Carrollton, TX-
Tawa Grill 972-234-2261 SWIMMING POOLS 75006
Bombay Chinese…972-808-9990 13340 Audelia Road, Suite 135, Dallas, TX Crown Pools 972-396-4960
“The best of Indo-Chinese cuisine” Apex Travels 877-664-1199
Tandoor Indian Restaurant 705 E Main Street, Allen, TX 777 S Central Expy, # 4-E, Richardson, TX-
972-261-6604 Malibu Pool Remodelling 9 72-231-7553 75080
Mango Thai Cuisine 972-599-0289 532 Fielder North Plaza, Arlington, TX-76012 705 S Floyd Road, Richardson, TX Aries Tours & Travels 214-638-7008
4701 W Park Boulevard, # 104, Plano, TX- Taste O’ India 469-855-0628 THEATRES / MOVIES 8828 Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX-75247
75093 1901 W Parker, Suite 121 A, Plano, TX-75023 Touring Talkies 972-373-8100 Bindhu Travels 214-774-2094
Masala Wok 972-409-0000
Irving, TX 3708 Millswood Drive, Irving, TX-75062
7447 N MacArthur Blvd, # 175, Irving, TX-75063
Valentino Films 214-606-6433 Cosmos Travel Inc. 214-905-2009
Mehfil Bar & Grill 972-238-9724
320 S Beltline Road, Suite109, Irving, TX 75060 2700 Stemmons Fwy, # 1001, Dallas, TX-75207
807 Central Expressway, Richardson, TX-75080
Mom’s Spice 972-258-5101 TIRES East West Travel Inc 214-564-7424
4 M Tires 972-259-1951 9888 Bissonnet, # 100A, Houston, TX-77036
219 West Airport Freeway, Irving, TX
1115 W Pioneer Road, Irving, TX Galaxy Travel 972-392-0404
Murphy’s Deli 214-638-3354
BJ Tire Center 972-205-0997 6959 Arapaho Road, Suite 103, Dallas, TX-
1250 Mockingbird, Suite 220, Dallas, TX
Temptations 972-252-9898 3342 W Walnut Street, Garland, TX 75248
New Start Veggie Garden 972-243-050
4070 N Beltline, Suite 138, Irving, TX-75038 Cheap Tires 972-785-2828 Global Passport & Visa 972-907-9450
72330 Royal Lane, Suite 900, Irving, TX
The Chat Corner 972-644-1329 425 N Britain Road, Irving, TX 811 S Central Expy, # 419, Richardson, TX-
Pasand Indian Cuisine 972-594-0693
26-C Heights, Richardson, TX-75080 Discount Tires 972-377-8242 75080
2600 N BeltLine Road, Irving, TX-75062
The Saffron House…972-239-1800 8700 Ohio Drive, Plano , TX Travel Plus Inc….469-361-1594
“A place to pamper your taste” Firestone 214-520-9924 “Over 25 years experience”
See advertisement on Page 73 2540 Old Denton Road, Carrollton, TX See advertisement on Page 68
Tharas Restaurant 972-579-8847 Kauffman Tires 972-245-1512 Peaceland Travel & Tour 214-634-9911
3901 W Spring Creek Road, Plano, TX 1327 Empire Center, Dallas, TX-75212
833-C East Shady Grove, Irving, TX-75060
Passport and Visa 972-596-7288
The Saffron House 972-239-1800 Spring Valley Discount Tires 6000 Ohio Drive, Plano, TX-75093
5100 Beltline Road, Suite 728, Addison, TX- 972-392-3192 Referralclicks 972-255-2297
75240 7828 Spring Valley Road, Dallas, TX 3114 W Northgate Dr, # 1049, Irving, TX-75062
Topaz Indian Grill & Bar…214-641-8861 TRAINING INSTITUTES R.K.Travel Inc. 630-858-7200
Passage to India 972-527-7040 4149 Woodland Trail, Carrollton, TX-75007
909 W Spring Creek, Suite 450, Plano, TX-
“Biggest Club of its kind” Academy of Indian Arts 214-226-3427
See advertisement on Page 101 Royal Travels & Tours 972-258-0103
75023 5451 Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, TX-75023 1221 W Airport Fwy, # 201, Irving, TX-75062
Pizza Boy 972-596-3500 Udipi Cafe 972-437-2858 Anblicks 972-241-6700 Sky Master Travel 972-256-2200 /
3131 Custer Road, Suite 165, Plano, TX-75075 35 Richardson Heights Village, TX-75080 2925 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, TX-75234 972-252-4454
Vegi Thali 972-236-1169 Bright Computer Training & 415 E Airport Freeway, Irving, TX-75062
Shammy’s 972-406-1747 Skyline Travels 214-634-7277 / 214-630-0000
11422 Harry Hines Blvd, # 312, Dallas, TX- 1205 W Trinity Mills, # 105, Carrollton, TX- Consultants
817-356-0560 8100 John Carpenter Fwy, # 210, Dallas, 75247
75229 75006
SkyPass Travel Inc. 800-381-TOUR
Villa Mediterranian 214-731-1200 P. O. Box 822954, Dallas, TX-75382
2730 Stemmons Fwy, # 310, Dallas, TX-75207
3648 Old Denton Rd, # 102, Carrollton TX ChennaiSoft 972-951-5419 Star Travels 972-987-7896
75007 1312 Hidden Ridge, Irving, TX-75038 8101, Memorial Lane, Suite 2814, Plano, TX-75024
Wok of Fame 972-494-6163 Hindi Vikas 972-377-8388 Supersonic Travel and Tours 972-239-7782
217 Garland Avenue, Garland, TX Plano, TX-75025 12001 N Central Expwy, # 280, Dallas, 75243
Zyka 972-238-7777 Perry Zafar 972-306-2310
20 Richardson Heights, Richardson, TX-75080 2727 Cancun Lane, Dallas, TX-75287 Taj Travel & Tours
ROOFING Sanford-Brown Institute 972-792-9555
Brotherhood Roofing 972-222-6945 888-317-6333/ 214-459-8490 777 S Central Expy, # 5F,
Shish Kabob 972-680-8989 1250 W Mockingbird Lane, # 150, Dallas, 75247
6048 Hidden Creek Lane, Frisco, TX Richardson, TX-75080
Spring Valley at Coit, Irving, TX
SECURITY SYSTEMS TRANSLATION Tandem Travels 469-675-0366
Roti Grill…214-521-3655 K Link 972-484-6464 Inlingua 972-248-4496 524 Colgate Drive, Allen, TX-75013
“Fresh Indian Food”
11500 N Stemmons Freeway, Suite 112, Dallas 16999 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX Travel Connection 817-483-9668
Interlingua 972-818-3455 7717 Pirate Point Circle, Arlington, TX-76016
Pro System 972-896-7814 Travel Globe Inc. 877-456-2348
Silverspoon Gyros & Subs 1328 Barclay Drive, Carrollton, TX 16300 Addison Road, Suite 222, Addison, TX
1221, W. Airport Fwy, Suite 201, Irving, TX
972-247-0156 The Language Network 972-960-9980
11311 Harry Hines Blvd, # 602, Dallas, TX-
SIGNS & STORAGE 1411 Dallas Parkway, Suite 320, Dallas, TX
Travel King International 972-235-9500
Advanced Name Plates Inc. 100 S Central Expy, # 43, Richardson, TX-75080
75229 Translation 972-458-1616 Travel Plus 469-361-1594
Silverspoon Restaurant 972-907-0090 972-644-6520 16135 Preston Road, Suite 214, Dallas, TX 3948 Windford Dr. Plano 75025
218 Suite A, E Spring Valley, Richardson, 605 S Sherman Street, Suite 505, Richardson,
TX TRAVEL Wilson Travel INC 972-257-8690
75081 2300 Valley View Lane, #840 Irving, 75062
All Quality Signs 972-234-3228 AA Passport
Sitar Indian Cuisine 214-618-0050
724 S Central Expressway, Richardson, TX 13999, Goldmark Dr, Dallas. 469-835-2731 UNIFORM
8612 Preston Road, Suite 102, Plano, TX-75024 See Advertisement on Page 65 Aramark 214-637-0970
Star India 817-265-9020 Best Signs 214-340-7446 1900 Empire Central, Dallas, TX
1718 Reserve Street, Garland, TX A-1 Travel & Tours 972-437-2626
703 W Park Row Drive, Arlington, TX Citi Uniforms 214-630-4000
Future Signs 972-205-9090 811 S Central Expy, # 535, Richardson, 75080 1348 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX
Star International 972-279-4333
3803 Cavalier Drive, Garland, TX AILIA Travel & Tours 972-424-6620 Perfumes & Scrubs 972-231-3489
2809 Motley Drive, Mesquite, TX-75150
Royal Signs 469-879-5786 2301 Pebble Vale Drive, Suite 1511, Dallas 888 Greenville Avenue, Suite 116, Richardson, TX
Taboon Bakery & Grill 972-740-2678 Unifirst 972-289-0754
2211 Cheyenne, Irving, TX-75062 Seven Seas Worldwide 877-817-7327
Dallas, TX 200 N Sam Houston, Mesquite, TX
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Akbar Indian Dressy $$ ü ü s Plano
Al Hamra Indo-Pak Casual $ ü ü ss Carrollton
Al Markaz Pakistani Casual $ ü ü ss Carrollton
Anand Indian Restaurant Indian Casual $ ü s Irving
Apna Bazar Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Carrollton
BBQ Tonite Indo/Pak Casual $ ü ü ü ss Carrollton 972 4660786
Bengal Coast South Asian Upscale $$ ü ü s Dallas
Bhatia Mart Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Plano
Bheemas Indian Cuisine Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Irving
Bollywood Bar & Grill Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Dallas
Bombay Bistro Indian Casual $$ ü ü s Fort Worth
Bombay Chinese Indochinese Casual $$ ü ü ss Richardson 972-808-9900
Bombay Grill Indian Dressy $$ ü ü ss Fort Worth
Bombay Sizzler Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Irving 972 255 5400
Bombay Sweets Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Irving 214 441 2125
Bukhara Grille Indo-Pak Casual $$ ü ü ss Richardson
Chat Corner Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Richardson
Chaat Cafe Indian fast food Casual $$ ü ü ss Dallas
Chameli Restaurant Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Richardson
Chettinad Palace South Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Plano
Cindi’s Bakery Casual $$ ü ü s Dallas/ Carrollton 972 248 0608
Clay Pit Indian Upscale $$ ü ü ss Addison
Curry’s Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Irving
Delhi Palace Indian Upscale $$ ü ü ss Dallas
Dunes Indo/Pak/Med Casual $ ü ü ss Irving
Flavors Indian Upscale $$ ü ü s Addison
Goga Sweets Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Carrolton
Gopal Gujarati Casual $ ü ü s Richardson
Grand Cafe American Casual $ ü ü s Richardson
Grill ‘N’ Wrap Indo/Pak/Med Casual $$ ü ü s Fort Worth
Haveli Indo/Pak Dressy $$ ü ü ü ss Irving
Hot Breads Continental Casual $ ü ü s Richardson/ Irving
Jasmine Cafe Middleastern Dressy $$ ü ü s Richardson
India House Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Euless
India Palace Indian Upscale $$ ü ü ü s Dallas 972 392 0190
Indian Food Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Irving
Indiya Fusion Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Irving
India Garden Indian Casual $$ ü ü s Garland
India House Indian Casual $$ ü ü s Frisco
Kababish Pakistani Casual $$ ü ü ss Bedford
Kalachandji Fusion Casual $$ ü ü s Dallas
Kathmandu Kitchen Indian/Nepali Casual $$ ü ü ss Irving
Kashmir Kashimiri Casual $ ü ü s Euless
Kokila Indian Casual $ ü ü ü ss Lewisville
Kebab ‘n Kurry Indian Dressy $$ ü ü s Richardson
Madras Pavilion South Indian Casual $ ü ü ü ss Richardson
Maharaj Restaurant Indian Dressy $ ü ü ss Dallas
Malti Veg cuisine Indian Casual $$ ü ü s Lewisville
Manna Restaurant Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Plano
Masala Diner Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Irving
Masala Wok Indo/chinese Casual $$ ü ü ss Irving 972 644 9000
Mayuri Indian Dressy $$ ü ü ss Irving
Noodle Wave Vietnamese Dressy $ ü ü s Richardson
Our Place Indian Casual $$ ü ü ü ss Irving
Pasand Indian Dressy $$ ü ü ü ss Richardson/Irving
Passage to India Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Plano 7750 McArthur Blvd, Suite 195,
Pizza 2 Go American Casual $ ü ü s Carrollton
Punjabi Dhaba Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Richardson
Irving Tel: 972-432-2427
Ramallah Restaurant Mediterranean Casual $$ ü ü s Richardson
Rice 1 Roll Indian Casual $ ü ü ss Irving
Roma Palace Indian Dressy $$ ü ü ü ss Garland 972 235 4300
Roti Grill Indo//Pak Dressy $$ ü ü ss Dallas/McKinney
Ruchi Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Lewisville
Royal Sweets Fast food Casual $ ü ü ss Dallas/ Plano 215 521 3655
Saffron House Indian Dressy $ ü ü s Addison 972 239 1800
Shammy’s Middle eastern Casual $$ ü ü s Dallas
Shish Kabob Middle eastern Casual $ ü ü s Irving
Silver Spoon Pakistani Causal $ ü ü ss Richardson
Sitar Indian Dressy $$ ü ü ss Plano
Shandiz Indo-Pak Casual $$ ü ü ü ss Plano 972 943 8885
Swadeshi Indian Casual $ ü ü ü ss Irving 972 514 1086
Star India Indian Casual $ ü ü s Arlington
Star Meat & Cafe Indo-Pak Casual $$ ü ü ss Plano
Tabla Indian Bistro Indian Upscale $$ ü ü s Irving
Taj Mahal Indian Upscale $$ ü ü ss Dallas
Taj Chaat Indian Casual $ ü ü s Irving
Tandoor Grill Indo/pak Casual $ ü ü s Plano 469-241-0449
Taste of India Indian Dressy $ ü ü ss Plano
Taste of Pakistan Pakistani Casual $ ü ü ss Euless
Tawa Grill Indo/Pak Casual $ ü ü ss Dallas
Temptations Indo/Pak Causal $ ü ü ü s Irving
Tharas South Indian Dressy $ ü ü ss Irving
Udipi Cafe South Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Richardson
Vegi Thali Indian Casual $$ ü ü ss Carrollton
Wok of Fame Indo chinese Dressy $ ü ü ü ss Garland
Zyka Hyderabadi Casual $ ü ü ss Richardson
Advertiser’s Index
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AA Passport Services 65 India Bazaar 69
Aahar Indian Restaurant 81 Malathi Vishwanathan M.D 18
Affair to Remember 20 Masala Bowl 13,78
Anokhi 29 Masala Masala 82
Art Divine 63 Mathur Law Offices 18
Ashima’s Salon 51 Mercedez Benz 27
Asian Photography 14 Mehnaz (mehnaz.ca) 61
Ashton Woods 71 Net Zero 64
Basant Lila Festival 86 Omega Travels 72
BBQ Tonite 91 Our Place Restaurant 43
Bombay Photography 77 Profit Security LLC 91
Bombay Sizzler 102 Radha Krishna Dhaam 24
Boomerang’s Party & Play 33 Radio Salaam Namaste 108
Chamonix II 55 Rafaqat Ali Khan Concert 87
Choice Mobile 23 Red India Bistro Lounge 9
Cindi’s NY Delicatessen 22 Sanober’s Mehndi Creations 51
Crowne Plaza 10 Signature Diamonds 58
Dream Home Mortgage 2 Silk Threads 46
Devine Events 5 Spice Inn 73
DJ Suketu 107 Spice Rack 12
Eagle Martial Arts 57 Subzi Mandi / Roma Palace & Bar 104
Elegant Affair 7 Swami Krishna 13
Expressions by Rani 46 Taj Grocers 25
Fight Cancer 69 Threejays Carriages 4
Fusion Frisco 85 The Saffron House 48
Galleria Wireless 83 Need Cash 57
Govind-ji’s Jewellers 3, 44, 45 United Central Bank 101
Granite World 106 Urgent Care Clinic of Plano 33
Granite Inc. 31 Credit Card Processing 29
Hyatt 34 V.K Gupta 75
Indo-Pak and India Imports Super Market 63 Visitor’s Coverage 62
Zituna 81
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Monicca Sharmaa Gopi Schomaker Ali Fazal

Monica Majed is a student at the University of Texas at Dallas,

Rana Rizvi is a graduate of the University of North Texas. With a

This month is good for marriage, partner-

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The first South Asian Mall in the USA

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Myth 1: Myth 2: Myth 3: Myth 4: Myth 5:

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Socks with Sandals

Novelty Ties, Shirts, Boxer Shorts, Etc.

Blaring Designer Labels

Shiny or Glittery Shirts and Suits

Clothes That Are Too Loose Fitting

Backpacks at the Office

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If you already accept credit cards,

So who said being an actor “Priyanka Chopra

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What’s more, Slumdog director Danny Boyle is

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2. Wear someone else’s gown: Ask your mother, grandmother or other

5. Do your own hair and makeup: Unless you’re planning on doing

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9. Announce your save-the-date by email or phone call: If you’ve

11. Use thermography: If you like the look of engraved invita­tions,

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16. Carry a single stem,

18. Buy from internet wholesale 22. Supplement flowers with

The cost of linens, centerpieces, and other decorations can

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33. Ring bearers and flower girls

Meal For most couples,

39. Serve a single-plate meal: If you’re serv-

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50. Decorate a plain cake with

63. Go for a package deal: Many photographers will throw in

73. Avoid party seasons: If you get married during prom,

74. Get married during the wintertime: You’ll have your

75. Get married on a Sunday: Again, a lower demand for

76. Morning wedding with brunch: A morning wedding

77. Get married when the church is decorated for

78. Avoid February: Valentine’s Day drives up the cost of

79. Buy white lights on sale after Christmas: If you’re

80. Check out after-Valentine’s Day sales: You’ll be able

81. Check out after-prom dress sales: You can save

Bridal salons are

Where 88. The big “W”: When getting

89. Take on do-it-yourself projects:

97. Ask friends and family members for leftovers: Do

100. You don’t have to go overboard with attendant

ingful. Hand-picked books with personal

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C hoosing the perfect wedding gift for

T he couple will always feel rude and

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• Marriage is not a word. It is a sentence - a

• Marriage is a matter of give and take, but

11. Use thermography: If you like the look of engraved invitations,