bUZZ

What: Dial-a-bar from Myst, Call 9920010729, Rs 1,500 onwards.

Why: Because all it takes is a call for this floating bar to anchor in your living room. Along with deliciously potent cocktails and shots come matching glasses, mixers and garnishes. Also thrown in: a bartender to lend expertise and an ear, in case your guests need mid-party counselling.

When: You want to set the bar for legendary house parties.

pIECE

What: Sitar-shaped wrist watch from Little Bent, Rs 2,800, call 9969054987 for a custom-made piece. Visit www.harshadpatankar.com.

Why: In his quaint Chembur workshop, artist Harshad Patankar can make anything tick. Combining wood, silver and leather, this time-keeper puts watches in mini guitars, tablas and any other shape that tugs at his strings.

When: Time is of the essence.

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What: Indigreen organic hand-painted Bollywood Poster T-Shirt, click here to order, or visit www.etsy.com, Rs 1,800.

Why: A fashion designer, environmental activist, and movie poster painter collaborate to bring you clothes and accessories that will cause everyone around you to see green.

When: You need an organic-fix, down to the T.

bREAK IT OR FAKE IT

What: Inter Okinawan Gojuryu Karate, at your home in groups of four, Rs. 8,000 per person for a two month course. Email Zeenat Mistry at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Why: Wife of martial arts veteran Pervez Mistry, Zeenat’s classes are the perfect combination of fit and fight. And if a gang-war is not your scene, she teaches one-on-one as well.

When: When might is right.

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What: Weightview.com, where you can upload your photo, and cut fat, spruce, and airbrush your way to a new thin you.

Why: This instant gratification route beats crash dieting.

When: Your hips don’t lie, and the truth ain’t pretty.