Domingo is not a pizza !!

Ok. Here goes. I watched the historic concert not under the stars but a steady drizzle that ruined my Gustav Klimpt-inspired saree and made my hair frizz up. But hey.... did I care?? Naah. I was transported, uplifted, inspired ... and more! As were countless other, equally enthusiastic Mumbaikars, who sat through two magical hours of divine music, thanking their stars for the privilege of being present on such a special occasion. Our seats were less than five feet away from the stage, so it was easy to make eye contact with Domingo and Zubin..... flirt a little.... and mouth Bravo! Bravo! after each aria and duet. Opera buffs may have been a little disappointed by the eclectic selection that went from Tosca to Puccini, Strauss to Souza, but imagine the unadulterated pleasure of listening to Domingo sing a soaring version of Granada! It was a grand evening, starting with the Rolex Hospitality marquee serving pre-concert champagne, followed by a stylish buffet in a tastefully dressed Crystal Room of the Taj. I managed to get Domingo's autograph across Anushka Shanker's face!! Just kidding. He signed the Rolex brochure on the page featuring her ( along with Domingo, Shanker is also a Rolex brand ambassador). Chef Oberoi was in attendance...I mentioned the green apple sorbet and Kiran's proposed improvisations!! By then I had downed three flutes of bubbly and was ready to dance the can can.Enough said...
Zubin enchanted the crowd with his energetic baton , weaving a spell.... and I giggled at the memory of his last concert in Mumbai, during which his fanatical Parsee following had referred to the baton as " Zubin no dando". No more from me.... read my lips...
I leave for Paris and Deauville tomorrow night to attend a power packed women's forum... the Davos for ladies, as a part of the official India Delegation. Wish me luck. It is sounding very exciting, with a visits to the Elysee, assorted lunches, galas, cocktails and dinners, including a swish Cartier soiree dedicated to India!! Tres charmant... watch this space... but after a week, my lovelies. The laptop stays home. Au revoir !