At just 21, forward-thinking entrepreneur Jevean Barryclough has already achieved more than most, thanks to her incredible drive and determination to make a difference in…
Tajinder Banwait started her luxury home fragrance business at her kitchen table back in 2002. She now sells her products in 34 countries and to…
For five decades, Sharmilee has been a beloved purveyor of sweet Indian treats and delectable vegetarian cuisine on Leicester’s iconic Golden Mile. Established in 1973,…
After running a successful recruitment firm for many years, Leicestershire’s Lis Naylor decided it was time to quit the ‘rat race’ and take on a…
Talented writer Sam Parr discusses how his love of writing fantasy and science fiction led to a life changing trip to Hollywood earlier this year,…
As far as business ideas go, Jo Proud’s is pretty straightforward; teddy bears that represent different moods and emotions. It’s a sweet idea, but one…
This summer, Mike Kapur OBE, celebrates five extraordinary years in the role of Lord Lieutenant – the King’s official representative here in Leicestershire. It’s a…
Multi-award winning Wedding Guru and Internationally renowned Wedding Planner Priti Raichura, offers her top tips for selecting a wedding planner in 2023. Step 1: Do…
When it comes to making a living, let’s face it, we’d all love to make ends meet by doing something we love, something which ignites…
Kasedo Games is a Leicester company, which publishes popular computer games for a global audience. Its most recent offering, ‘IXION’, has already achieved two international…
The Wigston Deli is bringing the traditional corner shop back, providing the community with locally sourced products. Sean Dudley spoke to owner Pratik Master to…
By Vinay Gogana, Investment Analyst at Mattioli Woods Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have seen a change in consumer behaviour with many taking…
Bob Gill is the Head of Branch at John Lewis & Partners, Leicester. He tells Pukaar about the highlights of his job and his pride…
Successful restaurant owner Atul Dawda speaks out about his experience of being expelled from Uganda with his family when he was just six-years-old, and how…
By Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President & Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leicester After two years of living with the pandemic, it was heartening to begin…
Leicester’s Arinder Bhullar, is an award winning designer who’s been dressing brides and Bollywood stars for over 20 years. Her designs are loved and admired…
Sandeep Kaushik, general manager at Leicester’s Grand Mercure Hotel, discusses his career in the high-end hospitality industry, which began in Delhi, and led him to…
There is nothing more impressive than an awe-inspiring outdoor wedding. Whether you’ve imagined having a wedding outdoors for as long as you can remember or…