[Food]: Eat For A Cause

Clearly, all of Karachi was at Karachi Eat this past weekend - going by the traffic, the number  of food related Instagram posts generated and amount of money spent in buying parking spots outside Frere Hall.

I have to admit that the event was much better managed this year. However, the festival still lacks  the kind of diversity a food festival in a city like Karachi should command. Where is the ethnic cuisine and the the international cuisine? Something for the organisers to think about perhaps,

Some outlets did experiment with their offerings - like the chocolate gol gappay and palak chat - but none of the experiments really stood out. However, Big Thick Burgers did get my attention via social media - they were offering free burgers to the street children of Karachi, one for every ten sold at Karachi Eat. A simple idea that I am surprised no one else thought of before! With all this food being consumed by the likes of us, we did not bother to consider feeding those who go hungry. And what a treat! A big, fat juicy burger from BTB!

Back to the food. So I am not a fan of burgers - they're simple creations that can go horribly wrong. But the sight of near perfect meat patties grilling on charcoal broke me.

I asked for a recommendation and was told to try The Texan. Beautiful, beautiful burger. The showstopper was the meat patty - juicy, perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of fat to lean meat mix. The entire menu was 40% off, so I'm not sure what the regular price of the meal was but this is by far the best meat I've had in a burger!

I believe a total of 180 'free burgers' were generated from the 3 days of spreading #BigThickSmiles at Karachi Eat. Why didn't we think of this before?? Here's hoping for more free burgers and a better life for our children.

[Men]: Hottest Boys Without Beards

And we use the term 'boys' very loosely here. Because these boys have more to offer than their bearded counterparts. They are smooth, suave and gorgeous in the honey on fresh cream way. Down right delicious!

This list is by no means exhaustive. Please add your own Boys Without Beards in the comments sections.

1. Daniel Craig
By far the most rugged Bond to date but still retaining the clean shaven look. This is how it's done gentlemen. He doesn't even care about the disportionate thickness of his lips... he's James Bond! But I suppose it is rare that such a man be born every 100 years or so.

Curves.

Yes. Please explain why you think beards are manly

2. Hugh Jackman

Although Jackman is best known and visualized as the rather hirsute Wolverine, there is no doubt that shaving does him well.Singer, dancer, model husband, entrepreneur, Wolverine and full time stunner - he's the kind of man most men should grow up to be. 

Hottie Next Door

I dare you to look away

3. Aaron Aziz

Singapore's darling Aaron Aziz is always the good guy, never the bearded guy. However, the most strikingly beautiful aspect of Aaron Aziz is perfectly caramel skin which makes him damn near ageless. Malay men do not age it seems. But he really needs to work on a new pose for pictures.

Am I 23 or 43?

Dah makan?

4.  Arjun Rampal

In any list of any kind of hot men, Arjun Rampal WILL be there. Doing South Asia proud, he is a classic brown beauty. However, the one aspect of his personality that is ignored is his beardless avatar. 

India Shining

Professor Rampal

5. Michael Fassbender

While it is not easy to explain the cold appeal of Michael Fassbender, most of us who do have a taste for him understand how hot the steely cold stares are.

Yes.

Hottest Grinch ever!

Honorable Mention: Tom Hiddleston

Because only Loki could make you fall in love in 20 seconds. 10 for me.

This blog post is partially inspired by the conversations about clean shaven vs bearded men at the premiere of the latest James Bond movie 'Spectre' hosted by Gillette Pakistan. Some of my friends even got their own Bond makeover. Check out the details here.

[Event] Sweet Touch Bridal Shower

Remember when I could not stop Instagramming pictures from the Sweet Touch Bridal Shower for Sana Sultan? Yeah, I am still not over it. Everything was pretty in pink, so thoughtfully put together... not just a brand handing out their product for free... but making the experience all about the bride to be - giving her and her bridesmaids a complete makeover, presents, a beautiful venue and decor and so much more! It is this kind of engagement that builds a relationship with a brand.

It was a beautiful day at Orrery. The decor was detailed yet understated. The only thing more beautiful that day was the bride herself!

Makeover under the watchful eye of the Chief Bridesmaid

                                

Presents for everyone! Yayy!

I wonder what kind of advice the bride really got *teehee*

Such a happy bridesmaid!

But first, lemme take a selfie

Is that Umair Mirza?

Isn't she lovely.

Blogstars - Amber and Umair

Too pretty to be touched!

Here's wishing Sana lots of love, joy, happiness, never putting on a pound regardless of how much cake she eats, always looking good and every shade of lipstick in the Sweet Touch collection!

[Contest] Win a winter outfit from Shamraf's

I wasn't kidding when I said I had lots and lots of giveaways lined up this winter. Last week we started with an original CD from New York indie band Grace McLean and Them Apples and this week it's something closer to home...

I have a winter outfit from Shamraf's to give to one lucky lady. Or gent.

Here's what you have to do:

1. Join Shamraf on:
www.facebook.com/shamrafs
www.twitter.com/shamrafs
www.instagram.com/shamrafs

2. Join me on:
www.facebook.com/sundusrasheed
www.twitter.com/sundusrasheed
www.instagram.com/sundusrasheed

3. Go to my Facebook or Instagram page and comment on the Shamraf giveaway post. You must tell me who is the one person you would give this outfit too and tag that person in the comment. And don't forget to share and regram the image too! Use the hashtag #SundusGives so I can keep track of all the entries.

4. Wait for me to announce the winner.

Let's go!

[Contest] 'Tis The Season

Hey hey hey....
The year is almost ending and while it may or may not have been a good 2015, there is still time to make it better.

And the easiest way to make oneself feel better is to score some freebies. Starting today the 15th of November until the end of 2015, I will be giving away lots and lots of goodies on my Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages.

Just follow me on Twitter and Instagram: @sundusrasheed and like my page www.facebook.com/sundusrasheed.

In my treasure trove, I have:

Jewellery
Make Up
Apparel
Food Vouchers
And much more!

Let your friends know! Share the spirit of giving!

[Contest] She Said Yes!

No, no I am not getting married to a woman! 'She Said Yes' is the latest campaign by Sweet Touch England as a 'sweet' gesture for one lucky bride to be to indulge herself and her guests in a luxurious bridal shower - absolutely free!


Having put together many such giveaway campaigns in my previous life, I can safely say there is nothing more satisfying than making someone's dream come alive - whether that involved a new fridge, a trip to see the F1 or just a copy of the latest best seller - combine that with wedding dreams and woah! We have a big case of happiness on our hands.

So here's how we do this:

Go to the registration app on the Sweet Touch England Facebook page and register!
(Make sure you do this from a computer, and not your phone)

Simple enough right?

Here's what the blushing bride gets:

• Makeover for the bride and her bridesmaids
• Custom invites for the guests
• Decadent hi-tea spread for the guests
• An essential bridal shower cake
• Games and gifts for the guests
• A photo and video session to document the day
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Now that's a pretty sweet deal.... Makes me wish I was getting married. Share this with friends who are getting married and make one girl's dreams come true with an all expense paid #SweetTouchBridalShower and who knows, karma may come find us soon!

For more updates follow me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

[Travel]: We're Dreaming Of A KL Christmas....

So finally I have been able to put together a trip to Kuala Lumpur that is not the same old boring tour operator list of '10 Things To Do in Malaysia' but one that let's you experience the city like a seasoned travelled and not a tourist. And the bonus of having ME as your guide to the city and beyond

Here goes!

Let's getaway to tropical Malaysia this Christmas! 10 days in magnificent Kuala Lumpur with day trips to Malacca and beyond! You will be exploring the temples and markets of old Kuala Lumpur, the hip night spots, budget shopping and the best of Asian cuisine. And top it all off with New Year Eve celebrations in the heart of Kuala Lumpur! All for Rs 180,000.

Includes:
Return Tickets
Malaysian Visa Fees 
Accommodation 
Airport Transfers

Entry to Tourist Attractions

City Tour of Kuala Lumpur

Day Trip Malacca City

Lots of freebie surprises along the way and a KL Kit with all your travel essentials!

You will be guided by cool, hip young folk who know the city inside out. At Have Love, Will Travel we believe in stretching our dollar as far as possible, but not comprising on comfort and quality. And we like taking the road less travelled, so do not expect the same old ’10 Things To Do in KL’ kinda tour. We will get under the skin of the city and beyond!

Contact us on www.facebook.com/havelovewilltravel2012  or havelovewilltravel2012@gmail.com for more details.