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Destination Wedding Series : The Ramada Cochin Resort
The Ramada Cochin Resort stands as an astounding beauty on the shores of the Kumbalam Lake in Kochi. Being one of the most coveted destinations for weddings in Kerala, Tamarind Weddings suggests the Ramada Resort for intimate destination weddings. The Ramada Cochin Resort is a heavenly abode of deluxe cottages and lawns with views of the crystal clear lake waters. The Ramada Resort is a richly landscaped private property which focuses on ambiance and privacy. Hosting Kerala’s biggest spa, the resort is the best wedding venue for a destination wedding in Kerala. The Ramada Resort Experience ... The wedding planners of Tamarind Weddings had a talk with the General Manager of ...
Alice & Anand Wedding
On May 27th, Tamarind Weddings became witness to a wonderful union at the Raviz Resort, Kollam! Alice and Anand pledged their vows to each other on the morning of the 27th and took the first step towards their new life together. Alice sashayed down the aisle in the beautiful white lacy gown, trailing across the church floor, holding the arm of her beloved Anand. Her face shone in happiness as she greeted her friends and family after the ceremony. The wedding mass took place at the peaceful altar of St. Casimir Church at Kollam, followed by a warm and intimate reception at the Raviz Resort. The couple had a very soft and mellow theme to accentuate their tastes. The stage was a fusion of shi...
Rangoli – Colours of Joy!
Rangoli has long been one of the most decorative forms of art work in India. Essentially being made of sandstone or dyed rice flour, this rich art is used extensively throughout the country during festivals to bring colour and life. Mayuri, a Rangoli designer from Kochi, says, “Rangoli designs are conceived with much aesthetic sense. These symbolic designs are handcrafted to perfection by a talented artist’s hand. The peacock and Ganesha are commonly used symbols and are considered auspicious.” During Deepawali time, the women of the house gather together to decorate open spaces with these beautiful designs. Depending on the dexterity of the hand, the designs can vary from being si...
Wedding Destinations In Kerala
Kerala is a blooming wedding destination in South India. As more and more foreigners and non-Keralites choose Kerala as a wedding destination, the destination wedding market in the state expands to newer horizons. Wedding Destinations in Kerala Wedding Destination 1: Munnar Munnar is one of the most scenic of wedding destinations in the Kerala. Munnar is a beautiful hillstation, shrouded in mist and fog throughout the year. This wedding destination is a tea-growers paradise, offering much to see for the wedding traveller's eyes. Munnar is apt for country weddings and small intimate-style ceremonies. Wedding Destination 2: Kovalam Kovalam hosts Kerala’s most...
Oonjal – A Tamil Iyer Weddings Ritual
Tamil Iyer Weddings are always a treat to the eyes! Theirs is a wedding with many days of celebrations, spreading across many rituals for the couple and their family. A Tamil Iyer wedding promises to be wedding experience that nobody, including the bride, groom, family and guests, will ever forget! A symbolic ritual in Iyer weddings is the ‘Oonjal’. Dating back to the earliest of centuries, the Oonjal has become a part of the Iyer weddings. In the ritual, after the Kasi Yaatra, the couple is seated on a beautiful adorned swing, decorated with flowers and ornaments and is swung back and forth. The swing symbolizes the strength that the couple has to find in each other during rocky times. El...
Wedding Gown Secrets – Wedding Gown Designers
Every bride dreams of sashaying down the aisle in a gorgeous white wedding gown! Tamarind Weddings has networked with some of the best wedding gown designers in Kochi to find out what the young bride has to keep in mind when ordering her wedding dress! Saif Hamza, Director at La Tiara, Kochi, says, “Two main things that one should consider when designing a wedding gown is the height of the bride and the materials she uses to accentuate herself. The gown can create an illusion of height for the bride. For a woman who is short, lowering of the hipline work can make her look tall.” Materials vary vastly from gown to gown. Varieties of satin, such as magic satin, are common textures ...
The Ann and Andrew Engagement
Ann and Andrew began their journey on the steps of the Little Flower Church in Kochi on 21st April. Theirs is a journey of quiet enjoyments and memorable moments, filled with the Almighty’s grace. Daughter of Bina and Tomy Madathil, Ann, is a blossoming designer who has many works to her credit. Her union with Andrew, the son of Gracy and Joseph Mangaly, was a much celebrated engagement event held at Ramada Resort. The family had an eye for art and above all, a sense of beauty which they wanted to be translated into their design. Tamarind Weddings had decorated the reception venue of this engagement with traditional flowers and golden draperies. String lights adorned the pillar legs of the...
Wedding Tourism in Kerala
Kerala boasts of holding some of the best scenic locations in India for destination weddings. Aptly called God’s Own Country, Kerala is home to the India’s most popular natural wedding venues. Think of the amazing Athirappily waterfalls or the dense forests of Wayanad. The mystic tea gardens of Munnar or the olden beauty of the Bolgatty Palace in Kochi - Or dream of the serene and placid waters of Kovalam beach - Kerala is ready to be declared to be the best wedding destination in India! Kerala holds bountiful of surprises for everyone, ranging from exciting water sports to ayurvedic treatments. Kerala is also a storehouse of sensory delights in the form of art forms and cuisine. Thiruvathi...
Nandgopal & Sharika Wedding
Nandgopal and Sharika were probably quite surprised when fates bought them together in holy matrimony this year. On 24th March, Nandgopal adorned his partner with the blessed thaali and proclaimed her to be his wife. Amidst rituals and chants, Nandgopal and Sharika promised each other support and friendship throughout the many years of their lives. Tamarind Weddings was honoured to be a part of their wedding celebration. On 25th of March, on the shores of the Kochi baywaters at the Ramada Resort, a quiet reception was held for the couple. The families of both Nandgopal and Sharika believed in holding a rich yet simple ceremony for their children. Giving prime importance to traditional pref...
Vintage Wedding Drive – Vintage Cars
Old is gold! – and Royal! Vintage cars are becoming increasingly popular at weddings across the country! – The ascending tastes of couples, wishing to combine old-age elegance with modernity spurs this demand for the vintage car. Vintage cars are the epitome of luxury for many. As these pieces of art were previously driven only by the Maharajas and few others of the royal cadre, the vintage car has a rareness and super-exclusivity associated with them. And this is what makes them a great element for a wedding! Driving in a timeless treasure is going to be a wedding highlight like nothing ever before! Imagine – your Prince Charming driving in a Phantom over a flower-laden roadstrip! – Or c...
Destination Wedding Series: Island Weddings
Has the idea of having a whimsical island wedding always held your thoughts of fancy? Have you dreamt of standing over a flower mandap, overlooking the ocean while you said ‘I Do’? Then, an Island Wedding is for you! An Island Wedding is the perfect paradise for the bride and groom who want to tie the knot in the lap of serenity. Nested among coconut trees and betel, this experience will be unforgettable for those who love to be close to nature and celebrating their wedding with their closest kin and kith. Island Weddings take the best advantage of their natural surroundings – The pristine white shores, the clear blue waters and open sky, complete with a backdrop of bamboos, tropical ferns...
Fun At Weddings – Wedding Entertainment
The great Indian wedding is one grand party! – With all its merriment and flamboyance, it promises to be a complete entertainer for the couple and their guests. To the outside eye, the Indian wedding is a bright show of flashy colours and loud music, combined with great ethnic cuisine and warm fellow-partiers who have come to enjoy themselves with the blessed couple. Indian weddings have a host of opportunities to dance and celebrate. Traditionally, the entertainment at weddings were fixed. At South Indian Muslim weddings, oppana was played. No Punjabi wedding was complete without Dhol and bhangra. Different castes had different forms of entertainment. But now, wedding entertainment is tail...
