President’s Message
IT’S GONNA BE HOT-HOT-HOT!
In a city that experiences three different seasons of summer, it’s safe to say that “Summer Summer” is unbearable. Do you know the time of year when you are glad for the air conditioning in your car, building lobby, gym, stores, restaurants and secretly wished you could carry a built-in one around? Yeah, when the entire city is ablaze quite literally, that’s the time. Ring any bells?
During this particularly sweltering period, we have all had that moment every day when water just doesn’t cut it and nibu pani isn’t hitting the spot. Like a very wise person once said, “It’s 5 o’clock somewhere in the world!” and don’t lie you think secretly thought it too!
Mumbaikars have a unique taste palate i.e. chaat. We love our sev puri, bhel, paani puri and golas. We as children grew up on a burst of tangy flavours. We even Indianized corn by putting lime and chilli powder on it. And we have all done this if it tastes too bland add chaat masala. So can you blame me for suggesting to you to add a little kick to elevate these childhood favourites? If you fancy something refreshing but a little more conventional shandies, blinis, screwdrivers are an excellent option to increase your “Hydration”
And I do not need to remind you of the 3 essentials of the summer: 1. Sunscreen 2. Ventilation and 3. Hydration.
“Drinking enough each day is crucial for many reasons: to regulate body temperature, keep joints lubricated, prevent infections, deliver nutrients to cells, and keep organs functioning properly. Being well-hydrated also improves sleep quality, cognition, and mood.” – (Harvard Edu, 2021.)
Ignoring an academic journal in my opinion is fauly. So drink up everyone, doctor’s orders! And for our beloved teetotalers keep in mind there is always a ‘virgin’ of everything that can be made to your specifications.
Framroze Mehta
President