A Perfect World

Our Garden of Eden would be home to women who aren’t afraid to be themselves, unbridled nature or a sustainable version thereof, and animals who have loving homes. Supermodels and Maxim debutantes Sonalika Sahay, Paloma Monnappa and Rachel Bayros help us navigate this world. Oh, and Butter, Layla and Coco, rescue puppies who can be adopted, join them.

- Priyam Chaturvedi

Would you ever make the first move at a party?

If I find someone interesting enough, I’d love to have a conversation with them about anything. Doesn’t matter who reaches out first.

A sexy man is...

For me, a sexy man is someone who is confident and unapologetic about being himself.

What’s your favourite travel destination?

I love travelling and enjoy my solo trips. My all-time favourite destination is Bali. The people, the art and the beaches are just amazing!

Describe your ideal date.

A day well-spent. Probably exploring a small town or following a mountain trail, lunch by the riverside, having an interesting conversation, taking a nap under a tree and ending it by watching the sun set.

You’re such a romantic. Tell us your favourite cocktail?

It’s a twist on the Old Fashioned. Take 60 ml Talisker 10 single malt, 25 ml fresh peach purée, two drops of Angostura bitters and two tsp sugar. Muddle the purée with the sugar, and half the Talisker. Add the Angostura bitters and ice and stir well. Put in the remaining Talisker, more ice and stir again. Finish with orange zest.

Whoa, are you a secret bartender? Okay, your take—how should a man impress a woman on a first date?

Well, I’m extremely expressive, so I would say just turn up with no agenda except to have a great time together.

Dating apps—crazy or creepy?

Creepy! I’ve never tried them. I find the entire concept based entirely on pre-conceived judgements of other people and I’m not comfortable with that.

The craziest thing you’ve ever done?