Monday, November 22, 2010
Friday, November 19, 2010
Sweet Temptations
Dessert Tables are such a phenomenal success at weddings, especially with the exquisite design presentations by Amy Atlas leading the trend, Desserts at weddings have gone way beyond the wedding cakes.
So how can this tie in to the South Asian scene... well lets see, Mithai or South Asian Desserts (also known as Sweet meats) are the equivilant of a champagne toast in western culture. So any business deal, family success, setting the date for an event, buying a home, birth of a child, high school graduation, promotion at the job (you get the idea) is marked with sharing Mithai with loved ones.
The concept of sharing Mithai is commonly heard in the Urdu and Hindu sentence 'Mun meetha karna' or literally to sweeten the mouth.
At most Muslim weddings, as soon as the Nikah (religious ceremony) is completed, little pouches of goodies are distributed amongst all guests. Usually these pouches will contain dryed dates, sugar coated almonds, sweet fennel and rock sugar (Misri). The theme once again is we are sharing our joy by sweetening your mouth at this auspicious moment!
Now, with Dessert tables making statements at both mainstream and South Asian weddings, how lovely would it be to display different kinds of Mithai instead of cupcakes and chocolate truffles? With hundreds of flavors and styles of Mithai ranging from the Vibrant yellow Mooti Choor Laddu, to the melt in your mouth Bengali Ras Gullay, the toasted sesame rewari to the velvety Pistachio Burfi, the nutty goand kay laddu to airy Batashay an exquisite arrangement can be made showcasing a variety of flavors, textures and aromas. Proper labels and ingredients will help novice mithai enthusiasts know both the content (to avoid any possible nut allergies) and will help them refer to a particular kind, later on, with a name rather than just 'Indian sweets'
Talk to your caterer and see if they will work with you on this or let Saffron Affairs create the Mithai Dessert table of your dreams to fulfill the sweet tooth of all your guests at your most special event!
So how can this tie in to the South Asian scene... well lets see, Mithai or South Asian Desserts (also known as Sweet meats) are the equivilant of a champagne toast in western culture. So any business deal, family success, setting the date for an event, buying a home, birth of a child, high school graduation, promotion at the job (you get the idea) is marked with sharing Mithai with loved ones.
The concept of sharing Mithai is commonly heard in the Urdu and Hindu sentence 'Mun meetha karna' or literally to sweeten the mouth.
At most Muslim weddings, as soon as the Nikah (religious ceremony) is completed, little pouches of goodies are distributed amongst all guests. Usually these pouches will contain dryed dates, sugar coated almonds, sweet fennel and rock sugar (Misri). The theme once again is we are sharing our joy by sweetening your mouth at this auspicious moment!
Now, with Dessert tables making statements at both mainstream and South Asian weddings, how lovely would it be to display different kinds of Mithai instead of cupcakes and chocolate truffles? With hundreds of flavors and styles of Mithai ranging from the Vibrant yellow Mooti Choor Laddu, to the melt in your mouth Bengali Ras Gullay, the toasted sesame rewari to the velvety Pistachio Burfi, the nutty goand kay laddu to airy Batashay an exquisite arrangement can be made showcasing a variety of flavors, textures and aromas. Proper labels and ingredients will help novice mithai enthusiasts know both the content (to avoid any possible nut allergies) and will help them refer to a particular kind, later on, with a name rather than just 'Indian sweets'
Talk to your caterer and see if they will work with you on this or let Saffron Affairs create the Mithai Dessert table of your dreams to fulfill the sweet tooth of all your guests at your most special event!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Saffron Affairs at ISES
Saffron Affairs was represented by founder and Aesthetic Director Saman Ansari and coordinator event productions Farha Jafri at the East Meets Tex, an ISES Austin Chapter event on November 16th 2010 at the Fortune Chinese and Seafood restaurant.
The event was organized immaculately by Red Velvet Events, moderated by the eloquent Tacy Infante of Meritage Events, Chinese Asian Culture was presented by Cindy Lo and Saffron Affairs presented the essence of South Asian Culture and weddings.
An introduction by Saman Ansari was followed by a presentation by Farha Jafri on the Cuisine, Religions, Music & dance, Beauty & Attire and the combination of these factors and their culmination at different South Asian Weddings.
The floor was then open to questions from the audience primarily professionals from the wedding industry and the interactive Q & A session was a welcome success thoroughly enjoyed by all as Saman Ansari has been a professional public speaker, TV anchorperson and Radio moderator!
There is so much to acknowledge, learn and understand in the South Asian culture and Saffron Affairs will continue to participate in educational events to help the mainstream market familiarize the essence of one of the oldest, most exotic and highly coveted cultures of the world.
A sneak peak from the event-
The event was organized immaculately by Red Velvet Events, moderated by the eloquent Tacy Infante of Meritage Events, Chinese Asian Culture was presented by Cindy Lo and Saffron Affairs presented the essence of South Asian Culture and weddings.
An introduction by Saman Ansari was followed by a presentation by Farha Jafri on the Cuisine, Religions, Music & dance, Beauty & Attire and the combination of these factors and their culmination at different South Asian Weddings.
The floor was then open to questions from the audience primarily professionals from the wedding industry and the interactive Q & A session was a welcome success thoroughly enjoyed by all as Saman Ansari has been a professional public speaker, TV anchorperson and Radio moderator!
There is so much to acknowledge, learn and understand in the South Asian culture and Saffron Affairs will continue to participate in educational events to help the mainstream market familiarize the essence of one of the oldest, most exotic and highly coveted cultures of the world.
A sneak peak from the event-
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| A South Asian Wedding outfit- Designed by Saman Ansari |
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| Suzy Q and Saman Ansari have offered their artistic services together and will be working on many events in 2011! |
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| Farha Jafri and Saman Ansari of Saffron Affairs |
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| A table top display of the different Religions practiced in South Asia |
Monday, November 15, 2010
What is it they specialize in Again?
Indian weddings Austin- Hindu weddings Austin, Austin Indian weddings, Pakistani weddings Austin, Indian wedding decorators Austin, Indian Mandaps Austin, Indian wedding receptions, Mandap rentals, Custom Mandaps, Exclusive Mandaps, Mandap Designers, Indian wedding decor, Indian wedding designer, Pakistani wedding decorations, Shaadi decorations Austin, Valima stage decorations, Valima decor -----
Many ways of saying, one thing remains the same. Saffron Affairs is the premier Indian Wedding Decor' and multicultural celebration rental specialist in Austin, TX!!!
Many ways of saying, one thing remains the same. Saffron Affairs is the premier Indian Wedding Decor' and multicultural celebration rental specialist in Austin, TX!!!
Monday, November 8, 2010
Indian Wedding- Austin (OMNI South Park)
Saffron Affairs- Specialty rentals, couture wedding design
October 29th 2010 was a delightful day for Divya & Siva as they celebrated their wedded union at the OMNI South Park Austin- Saffron Affairs provided full service event decor & design, specialty rentals, linens, florals, table centerpieces, the stage-scape and coordinated their imagery and cine' coverage under the wing of Studio Sila.
Here are some of the highlights of this exquisite, intimate celebration. Amy your creativity once again bloomed and thank you for being such a phenomenal collaboration with Saffron Affairs! Chetna & Farha, thank you for all your hard work and phenomenal atttitude that made it all come together. Shawna Cook you are absolutely fantastic to work with, thank you for all your help and generosity to make our efforts at your venue flawless. Saman Ansari- well done!
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Holiday 2010
Celebrate this Holiday season with the exquisite Copper Chaffing Dishes from the Saffron Affairs A La Carte Rentals Collection!
Present your finest cooking in the elegant Chaffing Dishes from buffet style to sit down with loved ones at the table- boast your turkey to tikka masala to your biryani A La King-
Complete with an exquisitely carved base, a centerpiece on its own, carved brass handles, lid topper and a decorative braid and bow, this 6 Quart chafing dish comes with a hand carved serving spoon.
Need coordinating containers for Chutneys and dips? Don't miss the small copper pots perfect to present your blended savories-
Now renting for Thanksgiving & Christmas- Email us at saffronaffairs@gmail.com for a quote and to reserve your pieces today.
Present your finest cooking in the elegant Chaffing Dishes from buffet style to sit down with loved ones at the table- boast your turkey to tikka masala to your biryani A La King-
Complete with an exquisitely carved base, a centerpiece on its own, carved brass handles, lid topper and a decorative braid and bow, this 6 Quart chafing dish comes with a hand carved serving spoon.
Need coordinating containers for Chutneys and dips? Don't miss the small copper pots perfect to present your blended savories-
Now renting for Thanksgiving & Christmas- Email us at saffronaffairs@gmail.com for a quote and to reserve your pieces today.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
The Essence of South Asian Culture & Traditions
Saffron Affairs is presenting the essence of South Asian Culture and Traditions at the ISES Austin event on November 16th 2010 at the Fortune Chinese & Sea Food Restaurant.
Details at the link below!
http://www.isesaustin.com/events/view/22/10
Details at the link below!
http://www.isesaustin.com/events/view/22/10
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