23 October,2022 09:55 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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With Diwali to be celebrated on October 24 and 25, this week people in Mumbai have geared up with their best preparations for the festivities. If you are late to the party, here's a curated guide to our top stories which offer tips on festive food, fashion, décor and waste management. From sweet recipes and quirky trending fashion ideas to keeping up with the sustainability and eco-friendly clause, these features cover every aspect of the city's Diwali celebrations.
Additionally, this week on Shelf Life with Mid-day, we look at a father-son duo's journey of turning a scrap shop into a book shop.
Diwali 2022: Do you have sweet cravings? Mumbai chefs share these unique recipes for you to relish
The festival of Diwali demands to be enjoyed in more ways than one and food holds a very special place during this time. While there are different specialities during this time, it is the sweet meats that people can't get enough of and chefs in India say why go for the usual when you can innovate.
Diwali 2022: Here's how these organisations in Mumbai are helping people manage dry and edible oil waste
Cleaning up all kinds of waste from the house is prerequisite to Diwali celebrations. As the city generates great amount of dry and cooking- oil waste, here is how these organisations are helping people dispose them off in the right manner.
World Osteoporosis Day: All you need to know about the bone condition common among most Indian women
According to the National Family Health Survey, osteoporosis is common among 50 to 70 per cent of Indian adults with Vitamin D deficiency. Experts shed light on the causes, symptoms and prevention of the condition.
Diwali 2022: Layering is in vogue! Here are tips to sport the ethnic capes and jackets
With Diwali comes the fashion bonanza of unique styles capturing our minds for a festive shopping spree. Experts say this year capes and long jackets are dominating the trends.
Diwali 2022: Decorating your home? Mumbaikars share easy tips to make eco-friendly lanterns, rangoli
If you are busy decorating your home starting today and haven't had the time to shop for the different knick-knacks, then don't fret. Two Mumbaikars have shared quick tips to help you make them at home and light up your house this Diwali.
Inktober 2022: How this Punekar is creating unique dishes influenced by the annual art challenge
Pune-based Pranav Joshi is on a mission to make 31 dishes this October. The project is inspired by the Inktober prompts that come out every year. Joshi is using food to engage audiences with a visual story that not only includes a video but also interesting facts about the dish.
How this Versova father-son duo converted a scrap shop into a bookshop
When Navin Soni came to Mumbai from Gujarat over five decades ago, little did he know that his scrap shop would turn into a book shop but he is happy to hand it over to his son Nishant, who is now continuing his father's legacy.
