Pre-departure questions... Cars, bedding, makeup, shops and PANIC!

Nick-H · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:08

Do you guys have Bombay Dying in that part of the world?

A good standby for linens. Originally I brought my pillows from home; it's one of those little touches that makes one feel at home. Bringing your favourite soap or shower stuff is another.

Nick-H · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:11

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Originally Posted by Haylo

Noooo!

"There can be ONLY ONE!"

This grumpy one has given up the title and, in favour of having a life for a change, is planning on becoming The Obsolescent One in semi-retirement. Anyone is welcome to take over the grumpiness!

But don't worry: if you need me you only have to shout Sari Blouse and I'll be there in an instant

puchoo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:14

Yep we do , couple of outlets spread across in South Delhi atleast..

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Originally Posted by Nick-H

Do you guys have Bombay Dying in that part of the world?

Haylo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:18

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Originally Posted by puchoo

Maybe , maybe not....might be meeting someone in VV today workwise, maybe ill go confirm where exactly the block is..

Ooh, if you are going there anyway, do a drivby and let me know what our place looks like.

puchoo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:20

Done , if not today then tom definitely!

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Originally Posted by Haylo

Ooh, if you are going there anyway, do a drivby and let me know what our place looks like.

Haylo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:30

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Originally Posted by Nick-H

Do you guys have Bombay Dying in that part of the world?

What a great company name! Just found their website, maybe this will make us feel cooler!

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Originally I brought my pillows from home; it's one of those little touches that makes one feel at home. Bringing your favourite soap or shower stuff is another.

For me it's books! We will be very glad when our air shipment arrives, fortunately it will not take long! I have a feeling that my case will be so packed with "home" things, that I'll be lucky to squeeze a change of clothing in!

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Done , if not today then tom definitely!

Hurray! I have seen a small photo, but it only shows the very front of the property, and nothing at all of the street it's in.

puchoo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:36

My cell camera is not the best but i shall try and take a few snaps and post them here ...!

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Originally Posted by Haylo

Hurray! I have seen a small photo, but it only shows the very front of the property, and nothing at all of the street it's in.

Haylo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:49

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Originally Posted by puchoo

My cell camera is not the best but i shall try and take a few snaps and post them here ...!

Um... I'd rather you emailed them to me, rather than posting them here, thanks

puchoo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 14:50

Ah , yes , my mistake , shall email!

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Um... I'd rather you emailed them to me, rather than posting them here, thanks

Aishah · Jul 23rd, 2008, 17:00

Yes, Puchoo - best you PM/email each other - you don't want the whole world Knowing the house location! In fact this is one of those things one should be careful re disclosing on an open forum like this.
Haylo - I used to use nothing but Clinique because of allergies - very expensive stuff. Imagine my delight on moving here and finding all these cheap, very good products caused no skin reactions! Ayur, Himalaya, Biotique,Mauri - all good products. Mauri herbal moisturiser in a huge bottle for only 89 rupees! There are also excellent shampoos and conditioners. I now stock up here when I go back to Oz or NZ - it's cheaper!

puchoo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 17:04

Yep, shall do the need full , would have never done it, just ended up writing it...

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Originally Posted by Aishah

Yes, Puchoo - best you PM/email each other - you don't want the whole world Knowing the house location! In fact this is one of those things one should be careful re disclosing on an open forum like this.

jyotirmoy · Jul 23rd, 2008, 17:28

The Khadi store at CP sells some wonderful organic herbal soaps & shampoos.
Plenty of Bombay dying outlets in Delhi but not at up market places like VV.
For furnishings visit the huge Jagdish store on ring road next to South Extension market. You will find A to Z.
For groceries and food items go to Modern Bazar pretty close to where you will be living. INA market is another place no too far and you will find all the condiments, sauces cereals etc. from all over the world.
For nice bed spreads visit Dilli Haat.

puchoo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 17:35

The actual locality is Lajpat Nagar...

The best directional landmark is to say...moolchand flyover..!

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For furnishings visit the huge Jagdish store on ring road next to South Extension market.

jyotirmoy · Jul 23rd, 2008, 17:39

Thanks puchoo for the correction.

Haylo · Jul 23rd, 2008, 17:55

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For furnishings visit the huge Jagdish store on ring road next to South Extension market.

Thanks, I've found Lajpat Nagar, and it's not too far. Our place is furnished, but would this be a good place for a mattress? From things I've read on this site, I suspect that the one provided will be like sleeping on a rock!

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Jul 23rd, 2008, 17:28	#27
jyotirmoy Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: India Posts: 4,378	The Khadi store at CP sells some wonderful organic herbal soaps & shampoos. Plenty of Bombay dying outlets in Delhi but not at up market places like VV. For furnishings visit the huge Jagdish store on ring road next to South Extension market. You will find A to Z. For groceries and food items go to Modern Bazar pretty close to where you will be living. INA market is another place no too far and you will find all the condiments, sauces cereals etc. from all over the world. For nice bed spreads visit Dilli Haat.

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