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05Jul

Siddharth & Sneh – Serendipity

Siddharth & Sneh – We are probably here today because of their mutual love for dogs.  Although, their love story began with Siddharth trying to convince the die-hard dog lover in Sneh to adopt a cat! What followed after a few months of incessant texting and endless conversations is this big fat Indian wedding. It was back in 2018 that Siddharth first reached out to us for their wedding. In the course of that one year, we turned into great friends, one that we will cherish for years to come! The wedding festivities were held over three days, starting with a Sangeet, followed by an intimate Haldi and Mehendi ceremony the next day. A traditional Malayali wedding sealed the deal and we ende...

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15May

Mahima & Reinier – The Indian Soiree

When we first heard from Mahima and Reinier, the first thing that caught our attention was the fact that this was a wedding without an actual wedding! Yes, in this story a simple Indian girl marries a Dutch boy amidst their family and friends without having a traditional wedding ceremony. It was off-beat, straight from the heart, and we had a ball curating it for them to say the least! Mahima & Reinier knew that they wanted to have a destination wedding in her homeland. But it didn’t make sense to sit around a fire, chant slogans that they didn’t understand, and follow rituals that they didn’t associate with. Instead, they chose to bring in their near and dear ones from 45 countries a...

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21May

A Village Affair – Sujith & Hillary

  As wedding planners, we get invited to all sorts of weddings – the grand, the opulent, the fun and the quirky, the list is endless. But this summer, we got to be a part of a wedding which was nothing but full of love and warmth. Our bride, Hillary, travelled across the globe to marry the man of her dreams in a simple temple wedding ceremony in a small town called Aranmula in Kerala. We tailor-made this wedding to reflect the honesty and simplicity in their personalities as well as their relationship. The wedding also brought together two families that were culturally very different, but yet, very similar at the core. That was probably what made these two hit it off in the first plac...

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30Apr

Why Kerala is a dream destination for weddings

  Looking to get hitched at an exotic location? Look no further.  Kerala, known as one of the “10 paradises of the world” by National Geographic Traveler is the place for you. This tiny strip of green land sandwiched between the beautiful Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea is a hotbed of Asian tourism. The exclusive experiences this Southern Indian state offers, is a lifetime experience for travelers. Here, we’ll tell you why you should head to Kerala as a dream destination wedding Kerala offers a life-time experience for couples Kerala is preferred when beach or backwater becomes the wedding theme. The backwaters of Kerala are an exclusive backdrop, which is new and different. What...

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kerala souvenirs
31Mar

Kerala Souvenirs – From The Heart Of The Malayalee

Shopping for authentic Kerala souvenirs to gift your friends and family? Let Tamarind give you some ideas regarding what you could buy! Kerala souvenirs or gift items native to the state Kasavu sari: Silk (kasavu) adorned saris suit every woman at every age and with any complexion. The crisp whiteness along with silky golden border gives another worldly appeal to the lady wearing it. Authentic silk looms from mills are pricey, but often worthy investments. Nowadays, kasavu products are designed to suit tastes of working women and teenagers. Kasavu ensembles from Pranaah boutique in Kochi Since kasavu is always in fashion, men have had their own share of products such as the Kasavu mundu...

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celebrations
21Mar

Delightful Celebrations by Tamarind Weddings – Making every day special

Tamarind Weddings believes that celebrations can occur anywhere anytime. We had the opportunity to rekindle the flames of a beautiful British couple on the shores of the Arabian Sea. Stuart and Sandra chose to vacation in India in March this year. Their vacation dates coincided with their 51st wedding anniversary and Sandra’s 70th birthday. So, to honor this couple who had spent more than half their life together, their daughter Stephanie and Stuart’s brother Ian Mason teamed up with us. They briefed us on their idea for a live event to resanctify Stuart's and Sandra's vows and love for each other. We surprised the couple by holding a vow renewal ceremony on the open terrace garden of the ...

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honeymoon checklist
30Jan

Honeymoon Checklist – What To Know When Visiting A Foreign Country

After a bustling wedding, filled with festive celebration, every couple needs to relax and get away on an unforgettable honeymoon. Let your wedding bliss translate into fond memories in this quality time you both spend together. If you are travelling abroad for the first time, planning a honeymoon might be a challenge. Consult with couples or friends who have visited foreign countries to gauge a fair idea about the place, cuisine, transport facilities and laws. A travel agent can also help you aplenty. If you are a frequent traveller, you may already be familiar with many procedures related to foreign travel. Either way, we hope that your honeymoon will lead to further discovery and adven...

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kicha
15Nov

A Special Message to Parents

Weddings bring up those treasured memories of your son or daughter’s childhood in the most heart-warming way. But with the pain of loss comes the hope for a bright future. A wedding also brings together a family like never before. The hidden wedding planners within our family arise to complete brilliance when the occasion comes around! Also, relatives from far-off places fly in to join in the joyous celebrations. The dreams of a new life awake in your child from the time of the wedding, making it a most cherished memory. A child is born with certain innate gifts. They come like unlocked bundles of treasure, giving you moments of great joy, but also sadness. Tamarind Weddings was glad to c...

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fathers
18Jun

Fathers and Daughters: The Eternal Bond

A father is every daughter’s first love. And for good reason! Fathers play a significant role in psychological development of their daughters from the moment they are born. A daughter develops a strong sense of self belief if she has a loving and dotting father by her side. Daughters feel the need to have the support of their fathers in their growing up years to develop their personality and feel secure. Moreover, the bond becomes more significant as the daughter approaches the day she would finally get married and go live with her husband. Marriage and Role of Fathers: There is an old saying that, “Every woman may not be a queen to her husband but always remains a princess to her father!” M...

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taxi
07Oct

She Taxi for the Ladies!

A unique concept: She Taxi for the Ladies Women always feel apprehensive while travelling alone at night. At some point in her life, she would have experienced something that has made her dread such a trip. How can she travel safely at night? The answer to this question is She Taxi! She Taxi is a new venture which was first started in Trivandrum and is now operational in Kochi as well. This is a vehicle driven by women drivers exclusively for women and children. Eight She Taxis roam the roads of Kochi since May 2014. And it's demand has been sky-rocketing. As the cars run 24 hours, they are sought after at all hours of the day. She Taxi driver Mary George says, "We get requests from forme...

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