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The Tamarind Tree is home to antique sculptures, mesmerising Tanjore's and an eclectic collection of furniture, art and artefacts from around the world. It is our constant endeavour to promote art and artists. We are pleased to announce that we will be regularly exhibiting art by novice and veteran artists. We are pleased to play host to art by Ms. Sucheta Misra, a Chennai- based artist who specialises in traditional

It has rained the night before. The leaves glisten like emeralds, the frangipani falls softly on the wet earth and the kalyani is brimming with water. Nandi sits majestically observing the hustle and bustle of the wedding party. Reminiscing and giggling the ladies are engrossed in drawing intricate kollams on the stone steps. Traditional Tanjore pillars are bedecked with turmeric yellow and orange marigold and fresh mango leaves. Pearls of mallige, lotus