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To the team at Connector, Just a quick line to say thanks so much for laying on the amazing quiz night last week. We didn’t win but had such a great time and it was really nice to meet you all! When’s the next one? Debbie & Fi
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ahar is the founder of Dumyé, a company that makes handcrafted, limited edition, eco-friendly rag dolls, where, for every doll purchased, a doll is gifted to an orphan around the world.
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Describe a typical day? My days start early and end late. After getting my daughter to school I settle down in my studio and get to work. On any given day I could be doing a photo shoot with the dolls, planning our next orphanage visit, sewing together orders, wrestling Quickbooks or curling up on my couch sketching new designs. It certainly is not www.connector.ae
a boring job. We do our best to eat dinner as a family each night and once my daughter is in bed I am back in my studio tying up loose ends for the day.
What inspired you to launch Dumyé? It was the holidays and I wanted to give my daughter a really special gift. Something that would become symbolic of her childhood - her first doll. I looked everywhere but nothing I found captured my heart and her spirit. It needed to be beautiful, handmade, safe, washable and preferably look a little like her. I finally gave up and decided to make one myself. After a trip to NYC’s garment district I dusted off my mum’s vintage sewing machine, made a workspace out of an old Ping-Pong table and got to it. What began as a meaningful gift for my daughter launched what is now Dumyé. A doll company handcrafting, eco-friendly, limited edition dolls. But there is more to Dumyé than this. UNICEF estimates that there are more than 132 million children orphaned around the world. Many have lost their families to senseless wars, preventable diseases and suffocating poverty. So from the beginning we decided that for every doll purchased we would gift a doll to an orphan and allow them to make it their own in an art workshop. The creative process is both liberating and healing. But maybe best of all, each child will be left with a meaningful gift that they can laugh with, play with and dream with. Once I became a mum there was this overwhelming sense of responsibility. You look into your child’s eyes and think how in earth will I teach you all the things you need to know. That is a difficult task for any parent but I realised that if I wanted to have any semblance of a chance I needed to start living the example. Dumyé began as a living lesson to her. An example of what I felt was most important for her to know. Marry your passions with your life’s work, find the courage to fulfill your potential, respect Mother Nature, show compassion for your fellow man and know in your heart the real gift in life is in the giving. It is our mission to bring love and light to not only our children but the children who have not been spoken for, so that one day we may leave www.connector.ae
our children to a world better than the one we were born to.
Best thing about your job? There are so many things I enjoy about my job but I think they all boil down to one thing and that is the creative process. Whether that means I am helping an orphan bring his or her design to life in one of our art workshops or I am dreaming up the next collection for Dumyé - either way the creative process is so incredibly satisfying to me. And the worst thing? It never stops! When you’re doing something that you care about, it’s not really a job. It’s more of a lifestyle and that makes it very difficult to detach. Dumyé is always on my mind. A standout moment? That would have to be the first doll workshop we held with an orphanage. It was incredible to see everything I had been working so hard for come to fruition. The day was humbling. There was a lot of laughter and even a few tears. My heart was definitely full. I am now looking forward to our next giving trip happening early 2015. The plan is to work with orphans residing in the Syrian refugee camps in Lebanon. What advice do you have for anyone looking to start his/her own company? Don’t waste your time chasing money. Spend it defining your legacy.
What is your motto? Ever since I was a little girl, my father told me, “If there’s a will, there’s a way”. That has definitely stayed with me throughout my life. Dumyé dolls are available through Dumye. com and select dolls are available at Bergdorf Goodman (NYC), Alex and Alexa (London) and Mosaique (Abu Dhabi). Connector DECEMBER | 21
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Dubai International Jewellery Week 2014
The elegance and beauty of jewellery is brought back to Dubai again this year with the 19th edition of Dubai International Jewellery Week. Taking place from 3rd to 6th December and showcasing the very best in jewellery design, plus unique and elegant collections from around the world. A whole range of jewellery await you at the event, giving you the ideal opportunity to purchase that unique wedding, birthday, Christmas or New Year gift. You will find everything from diamond jewellery, bridal, designer and antiques all under the Dubai World Trade Centre roof ! Discover current trends and view the latest collections whilst enjoying the sophisticated ambience and fabulous show attractions for an unforgettable experience. Registration is free. Call 04-3086357 or visit www.jewelleryshow.com.
La Bohème
La Bohème, Giacomo Puccini’s most famous work will be performed, concert-style here in Dubai on Thursday 4th December at DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates. Admission prices are Balcony - Dhs 180, Stalls - Dhs 220, and VIP - Dhs 300 (includes a post-show reception). Call 04-3414777 or visit www.ductac.org/music.php.
Alice in Wonderland
The Nutcracker
This festive season a magical adventure awaits you in a fastpaced, fun-filled wonderland of excitement at Madinat Theatre. Delve into the rabbit hole and join Alice’s madcap voyage as she chases the White Rabbit, gets tied up with Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee, sings with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game. Running from 19th to 30th December, tickets are priced at Dhs 175 for Stalls and Dhs 150 for Balcony. Visit www.madinattheatre.com.
With Christmas just around the corner, it is only appropriate that one of the world’s most popular Christmas-time ballet performances comes to Dubai. The Nutcracker by Moscow City Ballet can be seen from Friday 12th to Saturday 13th December at DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates. Admission is priced at Balcony - Dhs 200 (admit four - Dhs 650), Upper Box - Dhs 200, Lower Box – Dhs 250, Stalls – Dhs 250, and VIP Stalls - Dhs 350. Visit www.artforall.ae/upcomingevent/the-nutcracker-presented-by-the-moscow-city-ballet.
Family fun
Join Rugby Legends for a fun packed day and a Camel Polo Extravaganza on 2nd December at Dubai Polo Club. The day will begin with a kids’ coaching session with the amazing CNCF Rugby Legends. From beginners to advanced, from little ones eager to play tag to older ones who are ready to push themselves, the Legends will coach your kids in various skills for all levels. Tickets cost Dhs 100 for kids aged from 4 to 16 years and Dhs 75 for adults. Visit www.urbanevents.ae. 22 | DECEMBER Connector
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Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens
The kick-off of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens is here with a host of exciting activities that promise to make the event a family experience like never before. In addition to a fantastic weekend of world class rugby, at The Sevens Stadium from 4th to 6th December, this year organisers are going all out to offer a wonderful experience for fans of all ages, to ensure that families can enjoy everything the event has to offer. Special provision has been made for families, including a separate family entrance, free entry for under-12s, 2000 designated seats in the stands for families and children, a kids’ club, crèche and a whole range of food and beverages available to cater to all tastes and ages. There is also a free bus service to family drop-off points throughout Dubai. For all the information on the event and tickets go to www.dubairugby7s.com.
Hitting the ice
The much-anticipated Emirates Hockey League is here promising more excitement and greater action than ever before. Head down to Dubai Ice Rink at The Dubai Mall and watch the UAE’s top ice hockey teams compete to win the coveted Emirates Hockey League Cup. Known for being the elite league held in the UAE, visitors are invited to experience a whirlwind of outstanding rivalry as the teams battle it out for the cup. Running until 21st January, check dates for specific matches at www.dubaiicerink.com/en/PublicSessions/ehl.aspx. Seating is available for matches for Dhs 15 per person. Visit www.dubaiicerink.com or call 04-4485111.
Anyone for tennis?
The International Premiere Tennis League is an inaugral tournament hosted in Manila, Delhi, Singapore and finally in Dubai. The event, which takes place at Hamdan Sports Complex from Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th December, aims to imitate the style and success of the Indian Premiere League for Cricket and create a new breed of Tennis tournaments. With the formation of four teams vying for the top spot, Team Manila, Singapore Lions, Indian Aces and the UAE Falcons, this is going to be a totally new experience. Expect some of the biggest names in tennis such as Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams, and retired greats such as Andre Agassi, to make an appearance. Visit www.iptlworld.com.
Cyclists hit the track
The Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge will be even bigger and better this year with an expanded programme catering for all ages. Two Junior Challenges will be held on Thursday 11th December. Cyclists aged from 7 to 10 will be able to enter a 16km race, while 11 to 16 year olds will race over 32km. Mini Rides for the smaller children aged 6 and under will again be held on the day of the Spinneys 92 on 12th December. Registration for the Junior Challenge will cost Dhs 50, with participants receiving a medal and t-shirt. Visit www.facebook.com/spinneysdubai92cyclechallenge. 24 | DECEMBER Connector
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Festive fun! Sugar, spice and all things nice
The Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek invites families to get creative and join them for their annual gingerbread house decorating competition, where you can compete to win the prize for the best house. Constructed using edible materials including brightly coloured candies, chocolate and sweet treats, the hotel will provide all of the materials as well as a box to allow you to take your creation home with you. The competition takes place in the hotel’s ballroom on Saturday 6th December from 1.30pm to 4.30pm and is priced at Dhs 99 per person. All ages are welcome but pre-registration is required as space is limited. Call 04-2057333.
What’s in Santa’s sack?
Ho ho ho!
Enter a magical winter wonderland at Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate as they light up their magnificent Christmas tree and enjoy Christmas carols, festive treats and a visit from Santa. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday 3rd December at 7pm in the Al Bahou Grand Hall. Call 04-4445613 or email dine.ibnbattuta@moevenpick.com.
Saha Courtyard at Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club will be lighting their Christmas tree from 6pm to 9pm on 6th December. Take the little ones and watch their delight when Santa arrives with an abundance of gifts. Carol singing, mince pies, eggnog and mulled grape beverages are all on hand to complement the occasion which is priced at Dhs 80 (including mince pie and ginger cookies). Call 04-3618111.
Dubai Christmas Fest
Aladdin and his faithful Genie are taking a magic carpet ride into the Dubai Christmas Fest guaranteeing festive fun for family and friends. The two characters from Middle Eastern folklore’s “The Arabian Nights”, immortalised by Walt Disney’s animated musical fantasy film, star on the Pantomime stage when the three-day event returns to send audiences on an all-singing and all-dancing adventure to rescue Santa from the evil hands of wizard Abanazer. With snowball fights, an outdoor ice rink, a fun fair, gingerbread house decorating, a giant Christmas tree and Santa Claus and his elves in a brand new Santa’s Grotto sponsored by M&M’s, the Dubai Christmas Fest, running from 11th to 13th December at the Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, promises more sparkle than ever. Children will be able to create their own personal letter to Santa with their Christmas gift wishes courtesy of Dr Nicolas & ASP, then have the chance to meet him, and even have a professional photograph taken! Enjoy mince pies and daily Christmas tree lighting ceremonies to the backdrop of Christmas carols by a selection of local school choirs and the forecast for this year guarantees even more snow than last year! Tickets are on sale now starting from Dhs 25 for children and Dhs 55 for adults. Visit www.dubaichristmasfestival.com for more information. 26 | DECEMBER Connector
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Great gift ideas! The Omega De Ville Trésor in 18k Yellow Gold. Powering this refined timepiece is the new Omega Master Co-Axial calibre 8511 - a unique manual winding movement that features an easy time zone function and resistance to magnetic fields greater than 15,000 gauss.
Montblanc pays tribute to Grace Kelly with the Princesse Grace de Monaco Collection for women, while the new Extreme Collection of leather goods offers today’s urban man contemporary design, craftsmanship and unrivalled durability.
The latest 4K Handycam from Sony is the world’s smallest and lightest camcorder. Making it easy for you to capture flawless ultra HD images and enjoy your special memories. Pure Gold Jewellers has a range of necklaces, rings and bracelets perfectly crafted to fit gift ideas for your loved ones. The fantastic prices and beautiful designs makes Pure Gold your one-stop destination for gift shopping this winter.
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Win with Rose Rayhaan by Rotana Dubai
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Rose Rayhaan by Rotana Dubai is giving one Connector reader the chance to win a one night stay. Simply answer the following question by 25th December 2014. Note: Prizes must be collected by 1st March 2015. To enter, visit www.mydubaiconnection.com or www.facebook.com/connectordubai. Tuesday’s theme night is…? A) Far Eastern B) Curry
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Let him entertain you
Robbie Williams brings his brand new Let Me Entertain You Tour to Abu Dhabi on Sunday 26th April, at the du Arena on Yas Island. Ticket prices are Inner Pit Early Entry - Dhs 995, Inner Pit - Dhs 895, VIP Standing Platform - Dhs 695, General Admission Early Entry - Dhs 495 and General Admission Dhs 395. Platinum Tables are also available (21+). For more information contact tickets@thinkflash.ae.
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Mamma Mia!
2015 is set for an exciting start as the world-famous musical, Mamma Mia! is heading to Dubai. See the show at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 2nd to 10th January with 14 unforgettable shows landing just in time to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Dubai Shopping Festival. Tickets are now on sale and start from Dhs 195. Visit www.platinumlist.ae or www.yakevents.com.
Dubai’s emergence as a gastronomy destination will be celebrated with the 2015 return of the Dubai Food Festival, a 22-day programme of events, activities and mall and restaurant events created to highlight the diverse food offering of the emirate, from 5-star gourmet to quality street food; international brands to a burgeoning scene of home-grown concepts influenced by Arabic flavours and the menus of 200 nationalities who live in Dubai. The festival will kick off on 6th February with the return of one of the most popular elements of the 2014 edition, the Beach Canteen. Visit www.dubaifoodfestival.com.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
The fourth Louvre Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series officially began with a discussion on Leonardo Da Vinci’s La Belle Ferronnière, one of the masterpieces of the Musée du Louvre that will be on loan from France when Louvre Abu Dhabi opens. Presented by the Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) in collaboration with the Agence France-Muséums and École du Louvre, the Louvre Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series will hold more panel discussions between now and 27th May 2015. Exploring significant themes throughout the history of art through artworks that form part of Louvre Abu Dhabi’s growing permanent collection as well as key works on loan from partner institutions, this dynamic programme aims to bring together eminent specialists, curators, academics, architects, philosophers, writers and artists, whilst sharing their thoughts and ideas with the UAE public. Visit www.saadiyatculturaldistrict.ae or call 02-6575800. 32 | DECEMBER Connector
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DINING out
Festive feasts Grand Millennium Dubai
Grand Millennium Dubai invites you to order your 7 to 8kg Turkey along with a variety of traditional favourites for Dhs 825. Alternatively, Toshi’s Christmas Eve Pan-Asian Festive Fusion and The Atrium’s Christmas Day and Boxing Day brunch is priced at Dhs 225 with a soft drink or Dhs 375 with unlimited selected beverages for four hours. Get 50% discount for children between 6 and 12 years, while kids under 6 years dine free (maximum 2 children per family). Visit www.grandmillenniumdubai.com.
InterContinental Dubai Festival City
For Christmas Eve, Anise presents authentic creations from around the world for Dhs 365 (soft beverages) and Dhs 475 (house alcohol beverages), with kids from 5 to 12 years paying Dhs 195. On Christmas Day, Reflets Par Pierre Gagnaire offers a 4-course lunch menu for Dhs 790 (not inclusive of beverages). Then the picnic-themed Boxing Day brunch at Blades is Dhs 275 (soft beverages), Dhs 375 (house alcohol beverages) and Dhs 135 for kids from 5 to 12 years. Call 04-7011127/28 or email restaurantreservation.dfc@ihg.com.
Wheeler’s of St James’s
Wheeler’s of St James’s at DIFC invites you to sample British Christmas offerings. A Christmas Sharing Menu is available for Dhs 375 per person and is available for bookings of eight people or more throughout December. On 24th, 25th and 26th December this menu is available for bookings of any size. In addition, the Group Set Christmas Menu is priced at Dhs 275 per person and is available from 1st to 30th December for groups of eight people or more. Call 04-3860899 or email reservations@wheelersdubai.com.
Pyramids, Wafi
On Christmas Eve at Vintage enjoy a fabulous cheese and cold cuts buffet including homemade chutneys and delicious bread selection with unlimited sommeliers choice wine for Dhs 185. Then on Christmas Day it’s time for brunch at Medzo or Carter’s for Dhs 295 with unlimited house beverages or Dhs 195 with soft drinks and Dhs 95 per child. Call 04-3244100, or visit www.pyramidsrestaurantsatwafi.com.
Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate
Celebrate Christmas Eve in Sicilian style with a 4-course set menu priced at Dhs 195 (soft drinks) and Dhs 295 (free-flowing house beverages). Call 04-4445613 or email dine.ibnbattuta@ moevenpick.com. 36 | DECEMBER Connector
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The Address Dubai Marina
The Mazina Christmas Eve dinner buffet is priced at Dhs 320 with soft beverages and Dhs 450 with house beverages; and the Christmas Day brunch is Dhs 340 with soft beverages and Dhs 495 with house beverages. Then on Boxing Day, Mazina offers brunch for Dhs 320 with soft beverages and Dhs 450 with house beverages. Call 04-8883444 or visit www.myfestivedubai.com.
Sofitel The Palm Dubai
Riva Beach Club
Enjoy a special Christmas with family and friends on Palm Jumeirah with a four-course Christmas Eve dinner for Dhs 195 or a Christmas Day lunch for Dhs 275 that includes a visit from Santa and other fun activities. Call 04-4309466.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
Enjoy a delicious feast fit for a king at the newly opened Caravan restaurant on Christmas Eve. Featuring a delectable buffet dinner with traditional roast turkey and all the trimmings and priced at Dhs 350 per person. For the lavish Christmas Day Brunch you can sit in the beautiful landscaped gardens or inside at Caravan restaurant. Little ones will also be taken care of by Santa and his helpers who are on hand to keep them entertained with activities and special surprises. Priced at Dhs 995 per person including free flowing selected premium beverages and bubbly, Dhs 825 per person including free flowing house beverages, Dhs 575 per person including free flowing soft drinks and juices and Dhs 300 per child (5 to 12 years old). Call 04-3186150 or email dine.dubai@ritzcarlton.com www.connector.ae
On Christmas Eve Manava offers a seasonal buffet and the melodies of the Christmas choir for Dhs 185 and Dhs 93 for kids between 5 and 12. Then on Christmas Day the brunch price is Dhs 580, Dhs 260 for teens aged from 13 to 20 and Dhs 130 for kids between 5 and 12. Children below 5 years are free. Alternatively, Moana offers seafood lovers a Christmas lobster lunch menu for Dhs 480. Call 04-4556677.
Park Hyatt Dubai
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at The Park where Traiteur’s Christmas Eve Festive Feast is priced at Dhs 550 with a welcome glass of Besserat de Bellefon Champagne and free-flowing wine and beer or Dhs 425 with free-flowing soft drinks and fresh juices, children pay Dhs 215. Then the Christmas Day brunch with Santa is Dhs 865 with free-flowing Besserat de Bellefon Champagne, house spirits, wines and beer or Dhs 520 with free-flowing soft drinks and fresh juices, children pay Dhs 260. Call 04-6021234.
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The Oberoi, Dubai
On Christmas Eve, enjoy the Christmas carols performed in the Oberoi lobby from 7pm until 8pm and festive degustation menus are available across the culinary outlets from Dhs 280. Then celebrate Christmas Day or Boxing Day at the Festive Brunch at Nine7One with prices starting from Dhs 395 with soft drinks. Grape and bubbly options are also available. Call 04-4441407 or email restaurants.dubai@oberoihotels.com
The Dubai Marina Yacht Club
Celebrate Christmas Eve with a seafoodinspired Asian menu for Dhs 1,375 for up to 6 people (soft beverages). Then the Christmas Day evening Festive Plated Carvery is priced at Dhs 225 (soft beverages). Alternatively, The Athena Charter Yacht offers a two or four-hour cruise with bubbly on arrival and house vintages, canapés, beverages and dinner at Aquara or 25 55 Café & Bistro. Available from 1st to 30th December, prices are Dhs 8,000 for a group of 10 (two-hour cruise and dinner at 25 55 Café Bistro); Dhs 10,000 for a group of 10 (two-hour cruise and dinner at Aquara); and Dhs 10,000 for a group of 10 (four-hour cruise and free-flowing canapés and beverages). Call 04-8883444 or email aquarareservation@dubaimarinayachtclub.com.
Al Murooj Rotana Dubai
Pergolas Restaurant Christmas Eve dinner is priced from Dhs 199 and Christmas Day brunch is Dhs 345 and Dhs 170 for kids between 6 and 12 years old. In addition, Double Decker’s Christmas Day brunch is Dhs 260 with soft and selected beverages and Post Christmas Day brunch on 26th is also Dhs 260 with unlimited selected beverages. For home celebrations, Circle and City cafés offer turkey with trimmings for Dhs 650, which comes with a free 500 gram Yule log. Other festive treats like Santa chocolates, cookies, butter stollen and more are also available for you to take away. Call 04-3211111.
Vida Downtown Dubai & Manzil Downtown Dubai
On Christmas Eve, 3in1 invites you to indulge in a sharing menu priced at Dhs 225 with selected beverages. Alternatively, head for Stage 2 for a cheese selection paired with specially chosen grape and a glass of bubbly for Dhs 185. Then on Boxing Day, the Urban Picnic at 3in1 is priced at Dhs 395 with unlimited selected beverages and Dhs 495 with bubbly. The Boxing Day brunch at The Courtyard is Dhs 350 with soft drinks and juices and Dhs 475 with unlimited selected beverages. Call 04-4238884.
JW Marriott Marquis Dubai
Head for the Gingerbread House at La Farine, JW Marriott Marquis Dubai and enjoy afternoon tea with Christmas cookies, traditional stollen and gingerbread, available from 3rd December to 2nd January and priced at Dhs 140 and Dhs 250 per couple, or with alcoholic beverages Dhs 195 and Dhs 350 per couple. Alternatively, celebrate at Prime 68 boutique steakhouse with a 6-course set dinner menu, available on 24th, 25th and 26th December for Dhs 750 (house beverages) or Dhs 510 (food only). Then Boxing Day brunch is priced at Dhs 750 (including beverages) or Dhs 550 (food only), and the Boxing Day Football Barbeque brunch at Velocity includes house beverages and is priced at Dhs 295. Call 04-4143000 or visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. 38 | DECEMBER Connector
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DINING out
Bring in the New Year! The Waldorf Astoria
The Waldorf Astoria’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Gala Dinner is complemented by a five piece band and DJ and is priced at Dhs 875 for kids below 21 years, Dhs 1,750 (house beverages) and Dhs 675 for after dinner entertainment access. Alternatively, Social by Heinz Beck offers European cuisine and a jazz duo for Dhs 1,100 (soft drinks) and Dhs 1,650 (house beverages). Then recharge with the Waldorf Astoria New Year’s Day Brunch that includes jazz entertainment and a kid’s buffet and activities for Dhs 395 (soft drinks), Dhs 515 (house beverages), Dhs 650 (with bubbly) and Dhs 198 for kids up to 12 years. Visit www.waldorfastoria.com/dubai.
Grand Millennium Dubai
Welcome the New Year with a Sushi Night extravaganza at Toshi for Dhs 699 with one house beverage and a soft drink or Dhs 899 with unlimited selected beverages combined with fabulous live entertainment. Alternatively, the Belgian Beer Café will countdown with unlimited selected house beverages for four hours from 9pm to 1am along with hot and cold canapés for Dhs 495; and Al Thuraya Ballroom hosts an international gala buffet for 699 with one house beverage and a soft drink or Dhs 899 with unlimited selected beverages. Book your table before 20th December for ten people or more and enjoy 15% discount on the total bill. Then on New Year’s Day the Belgian Beer Brunch offers the perfect recovery for Dhs 315 (with free flow of selected Belgian brews, grape and bubbly for four hours from 4pm to 8pm). Visit www.grandmillenniumdubai.com.
Kempinski The Palm
Greet 2015 with the New Year’s Eve Garden Gala with the Gipsy Kings featuring Max Baliardo at Kempinski The Palm. The Garden Gala includes a buffet dinner with selected unlimited premium beverages and a dedicated children’s area with entertainment for Dhs 3,300 per adult and Dhs 1,650 for children between 6 and 12 years. Call 04-4442000 or email reservation. thepalm@kempinski.com.
Emirates Golf Club
Be transported to 16th Century Venice with a captivating Masquerade Ball at Emirates Golf Club’s Le Classique for Dhs 995 (unlimited food, house beverages and premium bubbly). Call 04-4179999
Jumeirah Creekside Hotel
Enjoy a chic New Year’s Eve celebration at Blue Flame with a welcome glass of bubbly, 5-course set menu and live entertainment. Later the celebrations continue with entry to Nomad’s New Year’s Eve party. This is priced at Dhs 1,000 with house beverages, Dhs 600 with soft beverages and Dhs 300 for kids (between 6 to 12 years). Alternatively, Nomad offers a lavish buffet, live band and entertainment area for the kids for Dhs 900 with house beverages, Dhs 600 with soft beverages and Dhs 200 for kids aged from 6 to 12 years. Kids below 5 dine for free. Finally, the rooftop Latininspired party at Cu-ba offers a mini buffet, carnival dancers and fireworks for Dhs 500 or Dhs 3,500 for a table of 7 people. Call 04-2308571 or email JCHnomadrestaurant@jumeirah.com. 40 | DECEMBER Connector
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The Palace Downtown Dubai
Welcome 2015 overlooking The Dubai Fountain at Thiptara with a 5-course Thai dinner priced at Dhs 1,900 (inside seating only) with soft beverages, Dhs 2,200 (outdoors) including house beverages and bubbly as welcome drink, or Dhs 3,500 (lakeside view tables) including beverages. Call 04-8883444 or visit www.myfestivedubai.com.
West 14th
Hyatt Regency Dubai
Bring in 2015 with the ‘Paris at Night’ New Year’s Eve Party cabaret-themed package that offers an extravagant menu and free flowing sparkling wine, beer and house spirits and live entertainment. Alternatively, Al Dawaar revolving restaurant offers a sumptuous buffet and panoramic views, Shahrzad, Iranian restaurant has a set-menu and belly dancer, and Miyako will present a special set menu by Japanese Master Chef Takeshi Sato. Party packages start from Dhs 600 per person. Call 04-3172222.
Fairmont the Palm
For New Year’s Eve, Fairmont the Palm offers drinks, canapés and oysters on the open-air terrace of Mashrabiya Lounge for Dhs 555. Alternatively, dance the Samba at Frevo and enjoy a Churrasco dining experience and live entertainment for Dhs 1,355 (indoor seating) and Dhs 1,655 (outdoor seating). Then on New Year’s Day, head for the recovery brunch at Flow Kitchen priced at Dhs 295 with soft drinks and Dhs 395 with house beverages or Frevo’s Brazilian late brunch priced at Dhs 350. Children up to 5 years dine for free and kids between 6 and 12 years receive 50% discount. Visit www.fairmont.com. 42 | DECEMBER Connector
Make the end of 2014 memorable on the Palm Jumeirah and indulge in a multicourse dinner in a vibrant atmosphere, complemented by the spectacular firework display. This is priced at Dhs 650 (food only) and a beverage package is available upon request. Email west14th.oceana@moevenpick.com or call 04-4477601.
Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City
For New Year’s Eve the Belgian Beer Café offers unlimited Belgian dishes and house beverages for Dhs 525 and the Skyline Lounge is the perfect vantage point to watch the fireworks for Dhs 625 (buffet and soft beverages) or Dhs 825 (buffet, house beverages and sparkling). Children between 5 and 12 years of age dine at Dhs 300. Call 04-7011127.
Zero Gravity
For New Year’s Eve, Zero Gravity announces a line-up that welcomes electro giants Groove Armada and house DJ Hot Since 82, along with dancers and support acts to its impressive outdoor stage. Tickets are priced at Dhs 250 for early bird options, Dhs 350 in advance and Dhs 400 on the door. VIP tickets are priced at Dhs 1,499 and include use of the upper deck, plus unlimited fine dining food options and premium beverages from 8pm to 3am. VIP ticket holders will also receive a complimentary glass of Champagne at midnight. Go to www.platinumlist.net, www.virginmegastore.me, call 04-3990009 or visit www.0-gravity.ae.
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DINING out
Throughout the month
Rugby mania
Great deals and an exciting party atmosphere await at ubk Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers for Rugby 7s. Tackle the ubk’s Big Weekend Breakfast then enjoy complimentary shuttle services from the hotel to the Rugby 7s stadium on 5th and 6th December. Breakfast served with a glass of juice and tea or coffee is priced at Dhs 70 or Dhs 90 with a pint and the shuttle is on first come first served basis. Scrum down back to ubk on the same bus and enjoy a variety of offers on all three days. Call 04-4380000.
A new temptation in town
Open for dinner
Comptoir 102 concept store and organic cafe has extended its opening hours until 11pm, serving food from 8am until 10.30pm. Not only will Dubai’s raw and organic food enthusiasts be able to visit Comptoir 102 for prolonged timings, they now have the option to enjoy all of their fashion, interiors, accessories and lighting delights right into the night. Call 04-3854555.
There is a new temptation in town with the launch of ladies’ night at Toko, Downtown Dubai. The contemporary Japanese Restaurant and Lounge launches its Temptation by Toko ladies’ night, where ladies can enjoy four exclusive drinks and 30% off dinner. Taking place every Wednesday from 6pm to 10pm, this is an exclusive night of glitz glam and great Japanese food. Call 04-4428383.
Traverse the Mediterranean
BOCA, a Mediterranean concept restaurant celebrating the diverse cuisines of the coastal regions of the Iberian Peninsula as well as French and Italian Riviera, has opened its doors at DIFC, offering a vibrant experience in a laidback setting. For bookings email info@boca.ae or call 04-3231833. 44 | DECEMBER Connector
Fresh and pressed
You can now enjoy freshly pressed sandwiches served hot and quick as Pressman’s has launched their first restaurant in Cluster E of Jumeirah Lakes Towers. Each Pressman’s sandwich or PRESS, as they call it, is refreshingly distinct, yet authentic. Join www.facebook.com/pressmansuae.
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‘Money, Murder And Mayhem’ Add some mystery to your weeknights with The Act Dubai’s new dinner show - ‘Money, Murder and Mayhem’. You are invited to take part in the mystery dinner unfolding around you and solve the clues given by your host via video as he is in fact ‘dead’! During the night, pick your way through the accusations and false leads to find the culprit - before they take their next victim. To complement the show, Head Chef Roberto Segura brings a stellar performance to the table with the compartido menu. This contemporary Peruvian set menu allows you to choose from an assortment of starters, mains, sides and desserts to share amongst your table.
What we ate
We started with the yellow fin tuna ceviche, grilled eggplant Carpaccio and potato filled with minced beef strip loin. For mains we had the oven roasted duck breast in orange sauce, miso marinated grilled baby chicken with truffled sweet potato, white wine and cream cheese and five spice braised lamb shank. And to top it all off, we had the strawberry cheesecake.
Verdict
The food was excellent and served with ample time to digest between courses. Add this to being immersed in a live performance and you truly have a dinner and a show experience.
Cost
There are three sharing options available; Applause Dhs 320, Ovation Dhs 390 and Encore Dhs 495.
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GOOD food
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CHRISTMAS MINI PUDDINGS
Forgotten to make the Christmas pudding? Well here is a very quick and easy version that you can prepare the day before or on Christmas Day and microwave while eating your main course.
Microwave Mini Christmas Puddings Serves 8 individual puddings Microwave 600 watts 8 x 180ml microwave-safe ramekins Ingredients 500 grams (18oz) good quality mixed dried fruit 80ml brandy (optional apricot syrup) 125 grams (5oz) butter 150 grams (6oz) brown sugar 2 eggs, beaten 2 tablespoons golden syrup 1 large cooking apple (200grams) (7oz) peeled and grated 2 teaspoons mixed spice 110 grams (4oz) plain flour ½ teaspoon bicarbonate soda 1 teaspoon Parisian essence Christmas decorations to serve Icing sugar for dusting the tops
Method
If you have time soak the fruit in the brandy or apricot syrup to allow it to swell. Lightly grease the ramekins and set aside. In a small microwave bowl add the fruit and brandy (or apricot syrup) cover and cook in microwave on High (100%) for 1 minute. Next with an electric mixer beat the butter, sugar and golden syrup in a small bowl slowly adding the eggs beating until combined, beat in essence. In a large bowl transfer the mixture and stir in the 46 | DECEMBER Connector
fruit, grated apple and sifted dry ingredients. Now divide the mixture evenly between the 8 greased ramekins and smooth over the tops. Arrange the ramekins around the edge of the microwave turntable. Cook uncovered in the microwave on medium (50%) for 10 minutes. Rotate the dishes and cook again on medium (50%) for 8 minutes or until pudding centers are almost set. Remove and stand for 10 minutes.The centre of the puddings should be firm. Prepare 8 dessert plates and turn out the puddings, dust with icing sugar and decorate to suit. Bon appĂŠtit!
Tips: If replacing the brandy, use a can of good quality apricots in thick syrup. Drain the fruit and use the thick syrup. You can buy a non-alcoholic brandy extract in your local supermarket. They are sold in tiny bottles that have a dropper allowing you to monitor exactly how much extract to use. Extracts are highly concentrated and a few drops go a long way. Parisian Essence is a traditional ingredient to enhance the rich brown colouring of gravies, puddings and cakes. Add 1 teaspoon to give your puddings a delicious brown colour. Not suitable for freezing. As with all our recipes we use measuring spoons available from supermarkets. www.connector.ae
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GOOD food
Festive fruits Dried fruits are a richer source of calories than their fresh counter parts. However, they contain calcium, magnesium and potassium and are very rich in fibre, which in turn helps reduce the risk of heart disease, control blood sugar levels and aids in weight management. They also play an important role in controlling blood pressure.
Food has always played a major role in the festive celebrations of almost all cultures around the world. Delicious sweet delicacies are part of almost all celebrations and often these sweets are high in calories; so it is important that they should be high in nutrients as well. Dried fruits are known to have vast nutritional and health benefits, and are commonly used in sweets.
Festive dried fruits muffins Total Servings: 12
milk, orange juice, egg whites, oil and orange zest in another bowl. Add the milk mixture to the dried fruit mixture; stir just until blended then spoon batter into muffin cups, filling two-thirds full. Bake for 15 minutes or until the surface of the muffins are golden brown then remove from pan and cool on a rack for 10 minutes before serving.
Ingredients: 1¼ cups dried mixed fruit, coarsely chopped 1 cup uncooked old fashioned oats ¾ cup uncooked oat bran ½ cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar 5 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup skim milk ¼ cup fresh orange juice 2 large egg whites 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium banana, mashed 2 teaspoons orange zest
With thanks to Live’ly Executive Chef Kassem Taha. For further information contact Live’ly on 04-3481008 or visit www.lively.ae.
Serving size: 1 Calories: 117g Fat: 3.2g Carbs: 20.4g Protein: 4.2g Preparation time: 25 minutes Baking time: 15 minutes
Methods:
Preheat oven to 400°F and spray a 12-cup muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Combine the fruit, oats, oat bran, flour, banana, brown sugar, baking powder and cinnamon in a food processor and pulse until mixture is just blended, then transfer to a bowl. Combine 48 | DECEMBER Connector
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he festive season is upon us; a special time for celebration, merriment, goodwill, family and friends. Whether you are hosting an open house, have visitors coming to stay or are spending your first Christmas, or one of many in Dubai, here are some simple and 50 | DECEMBER Connector
stylish tips and inspiration to prepare and style your home for the festive season. First, pick a festive colour scheme and style that complements your home and reflects your personality. The traditional Christmas colour scheme is red and green. This classic and timeless combination works well but for www.connector.ae
a quick and fashionable variation, add red or green tartan furnishings or opt for a modern twist on traditional green and red by using lime green and raspberry in homes that are decorated in neutral tones. For added sparkle and glamour, metallics such as gold or silver make great complementary colours and can also be used to create a contemporary look. Blues and silvers meanwhile are perfect for a cooler vibe and purple and gold create a richer aesthetic. If you want to break with tradition, the ‘hot’ colour theme this year is the classic pairing of black and white. Simply add black, white or glass Christmas decorations or be bold and use a statement piece, such as a black artificial Christmas tree. For that extra festive glamour, introduce accent pieces in red or metallic colours such as silver, gold or copper. With this colour scheme, you can seamlessly host both Christmas and New Year festivities with little need for change. When choosing material based décor, consider different fabric textures as this adds dimension and character to a room. For a contemporary style, a white fur cushion will add a hip, cool and icy feel, for a rustic style, a hessian based Christmas tree mat will add a simple rural homely feel while red or green satin scatter cushions add sparkle and depth. Alternatively, you might like to opt for a printed fabric with Christmas designs, to inject a playful festive spirit into your home. Christmas home styling does not need to be complicated. In addition to the usual, you can quickly and stylishly introduce your festive colour scheme through scatter cushions and throws, Christmas tree mats and tableware such as table runners, place mats and napkins. When choosing your Christmas décor it is important to reflect your family traditions by incorporating into your styling a couple of meaningful items. They can include anything from, a special tree topper, a meaningful Christmas ornament, a selection of your children’s handmade Christmas decorations or that special family Christmas photograph. Festive interior design is not just about creating a visually pleasing space; it should also indulge your other senses too. Playing Christmas music or movies in the background, perfuming your home with the scents of Christmas such as cinnamon, cloves, frankincense or fresh greenery and displaying a selection of Christmas treats such as a bowl of festive candy and chocolates are all finishing touches to your Christmas holiday home makeover. Happy Holidays! www.connector.ae
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t feels good to give. Charity gifts are a great way to teach children how to spread the love this Christmas - not only do they help those in need, they also instill in your children the joy of caring for others. From a handcrocheted octopus to a live goat, we’ve found seven quirky ways to do good through your Christmas list this year.
1. Adopt a turtle There is nothing worse than seeing your child’s face fall when all they have to open on Christmas day is a card, even if it is for charity. Why not adopt them a four-flippered friend from World Wildlife Fund? Emirates Wildlife Society - WWF offers an ‘Adopt a Turtle’ package including a cuddly toy turtle called Nadia, a sticker, a photo card with turtle facts, an adoption certificate and a brochure explaining the conservation programme details. Each Adopt-a-Turtle gift supports the research and conservation of the critically endangered Hawksbill turtle. To find out more and for information on EWS-WWF visit uae.panda.org/ how_you_can_help/volunteer_programme.
2. Granting wishes Once upon a time there was a five year old girl from Dubai. Even though she was very sick she wished with all her heart that she could be a real princess like her favourite Disney character, Snow White. With a flick of Make A Wish Foundation’s magic wand, her wish was granted. Fairy godmother at her side she enjoyed a 52 | DECEMBER Connector
regal makeover including hairstyling, glittering makeup, a sparkling tiara and a beautiful gown. This festive season why not get your young ones involved in making other sick children’s wishes come true? Through the website, www. makeawish.ae, magical wishes can be granted to children here in the UAE living with lifethreatening illnesses. Get your children to help select the dream - I wish to go, I wish to be, I wish to have, or I wish to meet… They can donate money or time by volunteering at festive fundraising events and community activities and experience the joy of helping make another child’s dream come true.
3. Go grass roots Farm Africa teaches sustainability. It helps farmers in the poorest areas of rural Africa grow themselves out of poverty and hunger. Through their website you have the opportunity to give a live gift - a goat, a chicken, a beehive or a camel. You can also opt for something more educational like a vet’s starter kit, a village well or a vegetable garden to feed a primary school. For a guaranteed giggle there’s also a bottle of fermented cow’s urine - a natural pesticide that can open a discussion on the merits of organic farming. Any one of these gifts has the ability to transform the life of someone living in poverty. In return, aside from bragging rights of ownership of a live animal in Africa, your child will receive a heartwarming thank you video and e-card with details of their ‘gift’. For more information visit www.farmafricapresents.org.uk. www.connector.ae
4. Soles for souls The connection between poverty and the lack of shoes is well documented. The World Bank estimates that approximately 400 million children worldwide will grow up never having owned a pair of shoes. This can have significant consequences for a child’s health and wellbeing. Without proper footwear, these barefoot children are often infected with soil-transmitted parasitic diseases causing lifelong suffering and debilitation. When it comes to buying new shoes for your children this festive season get them to try the one-for-one philosophy - for every pair of new shoes your child receives, give another to charity. There are a number of charities that facilitate this. The Raey Foundation in Ethiopia asks just US$11 (Dhs 40) for a pair of brand new, good quality shoes. They aim to give every child in their small school of 300 students a new pair of shoes this Christmas. To make a donation visit www.raeyfoundation.org. There is also the newly opened TOMS shoe stores across the UAE. For every pair of comfy canvas shoes you buy, they promise to give a pair to a needy child. Check out the super cute TOMS kids range at stores in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
5. Keeping it fair The formula for the UAE-based online The Little Fair Trade Shop is simple enough for any child to understand: fair trade + fair wage = a fair life. The Little Fair Trade Shop supports fair trade artisans, suppliers and manufacturers by selling online a variety of unique fair trade and naturally recycled gifts. The Children’s Corner has a selection of handcrafted wooden and crocheted toys, handicrafts, jewellry, and clothing that help support indigenous groups from Africa, South-East Asia, the Middle East and South America. www.connector.ae
Or perhaps your children would like to give a mum-friendly gift with extra meaning? The Little Fair Trade Shop has a cool range of pink bobble handbags that are not only fair trade, a percentage of the profit goes directly to breast cancer research. Visit the online shop for home delivery www.thelittlefairtradeshop.com/ product_category/childrens-toys/.
6. Adopt a camp It is easier for busy parents to dish out cash to a charity, but this has little impact on a child who can neither see where the money is going nor imagine the people who benefit. Use this Christmas as an opportunity to select and deliver treats to those who wouldn’t otherwise get them. Dubai’s Adopt-a-Camp enhances the lives of more than 52,000 men living in labour camps across Dubai. Food and toiletry donations are always welcome. While planning your Christmas feast, get your children to plan and put together care packages for the labourers as a token of appreciation for their hard work in developing our city. Get in touch with Adopt-a-Camp and your children could also be part of the next care package distribution. The lesson to be learned: if we all took one group of people under our wing, the circles of caring would overlap and make the world a much nicer place. For more information visit www.adoptacamp.ae.
7. Paws a while Make an old dog’s Christmas this year. K9 Friends have a collection of stocking filler doggie items, from sports bottles to key rings to iPad covers and they will also be selling Christmas cards. They are not just very cute, a percentage of all proceeds go towards the muchneeded running of the K9 Friends shelters. Shop online or look out for K9 merchandise in local pet shops, veterinary clinics and festive events around Dubai. Visit www.k9friends.com/shop for more information. Connector DECEMBER | 53
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Winter camps
to keep them entertained! Mathnasium
This holiday season Mathnasium is offering a three-week promotion which gives your child the chance to brush up on their math skills in a fun and engaging manner. The offer can be utilised for one week, two weeks or for the duration of the camp, but kids are requested to attend one hour daily five days a week. Branches are located at Al Barsha, Jumeirah, Knowledge Village, Mirdif and Motor City in Dubai; Al Fardan Center in Sharjah; and Khalifa City in Abu Dhabi. For prices and further details visit www.mathnasium.ae.
GEMS
The winter camps are here again and E-Sports and GEMS have exciting sporting activities to keep your children active during the December holiday. E-Sports will be offering a multi-sports activity camp at GEMS Wellington International School, GEMS Jumeirah Primary Schools, GEMS Royal Dubai School and GEMS Wellington Academy - Silicon Oasis. The Camps will take place from the 21st to 24th and 28th to 31st December for children between the ages of 4 and 14 years from 8.15am to 1.45pm. The winter camp programme will offer a balance of Sport and Art & Craft activities, ensuring each session is perfectly suited to the age and ability of the camper. They take full advantage of their location’s great facilities with health and safety always being a top priority, ensuring your peace of mind. Visit www.esportsuae.com/page/registration, email camps@esportsdubai.com or call Michelle on 050-3611540 for more information.
The Fairmont Falcon Juniors Club
The Fairmont Falcon Juniors Club is a children’s activity centre based at Fairmont The Palm and is designed for children aged from 18 months to 15 years old. The club will be hosting Santa’s workshops from 20th to 23rd December from 2pm to 5pm where children will have the opportunity to get creative with Christmas arts and crafts, festive-themed games, cookie decorating and get the chance to use the climbing wall and home corner area among many other activities. The price per day is Dhs 150 per child with a 10% discount on multiple bookings. There will also be a Christmas Fair for families on 24th December and a Christmas Eve Party from 6pm to 8pm. Email Angela.cheyne@fairmont.com or call 04-4573331. 54 | DECEMBER Connector
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Looking at the world from
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If you visit any classroom or play area, you are usually attracted to the bright colours, the shapes, and the movement. From the height of an adult it looks great, but what if you are small? The viewpoint of the child when designing and establishing early childhood spaces is one that is frequently overlooked.
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s with all areas of education, there is now a tremendous amount of research being undertaken about environments and the importance of colours and materials on early learning. Not surprisingly, teachers working with children on a daily basis are eager to use these findings to enhance the learning spaces, and experiences of the children in their care. Most teachers will agree that that an effective, well-planned learning space is the ‘third teacher’ in the classroom (the teacher and teaching assistant being the first two). The traditional view that bright, primary colours are best, that children want to be stimulated all the time by their surroundings, is now being reviewed. Colours which we see as bright and colourful from above can seem overpowering from a child’s perspective. The use of colour, to reflect the mood of the play or activity that you want to create, can enhance or detract from a particular experience. Soft green and blues are calming, and are great for reading or reflective areas. Sunshine yellows and oranges are for a more stimulating play area where you want ideas to be sharp and quick. Red, in particular, is a colour that many children find difficult to remain calm around, and this has to be used purposefully in an early childhood setting. Choose your red areas, or pieces of furniture, very carefully. 56 | DECEMBER Connector
Children connect to their environment using all their senses. Their tactile experiences should be enhanced with natural materials, namely wood, cotton, wool and stone. This is particularly important in urban schools, where children may not have been exposed to these natural materials in their daily life. Connecting to nature, being part of the physical environment, is very important for children as they discover who they are and find their place in the world. An early years learning space must be carefully considered. Children should be encouraged to care for plants, to touch and to smell different textures to see things from different heights with plenty of natural light and fresh air so they see a range of perspectives. Designing a learning environment that is purpose-driven, that meets the needs of the children that use it, emotionally, physically and academically, is something that we all aim for when establishing early childhood spaces. We must always remember to experience it from a child’s perspective to ensure this happens. With thanks to Vanessa L Temple, Coordinator: Foundation Years at Hartland International School. Call 04-5519276 Ext. 618, email vltemple@hartlandinternational.com or visit www.hartlandinternational.com for more information. www.connector.ae
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TEACHER OF THE MONTH Name: Muireann Carroll Nationality: Irish How long have you been teaching? 11 years What is your teaching style? I have learnt that children learn best through play. Play that is structured and meaningful allows children to develop at their own pace. Why did you decide to become a teacher? I realised early on that teachers can have a huge impact on a person’s self-esteem and attitude towards learning. I loved the thought of inspiring someone. Your best moment as a teacher? I went to the graduation of a child with special needs who I had taught for many years. The parents were told that it was unlikely he would develop in mainstream education. Despite this, he succeeded in a mainstream school and became an integral part of his school. Your worst moment as a teacher. Teaching is full of challenges but my worst moment so far has been saying goodbye to my school in Ireland. After spending so many fantastic years there it was very difficult to say farewell to the staff, parents and of course, the children. One sentence of advice to parents. You are your child’s number one educator, so take the time to celebrate every achievement, no matter how small it may seem! One piece of advice to someone wanting to enter the profession. Volunteer in schools so that you are certain that you love this profession before entering into it. What is your life quote? Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it. Muireann is a Class Teacher at Taaleem’s Dubai British Foundation. 58 | DECEMBER Connector
ASK THE EXPERT How much help should I give my child with their primary school homework? High impact learning comes through rich and engaging discussions, with a child at the centre of the learning process. This is a model that Kings’ Schools aim to deliver on a daily basis. Teachers facilitate a child’s learning by supporting and guiding where needed. They use initiated discussion and questioning to enable a child to verbalise their understanding and the teacher can then address misconceptions or promote high order thinking. A similar approach is needed by parents when supporting homework or more preferably, home learning as it is known across Kings’ Schools. It is important to refrain from ‘let me show you how I was taught’. This may seem like a logical solution but the impact of introducing a new concept or method to a child at this stage of their learning can easily add to their confusion and misunderstanding. Instead, the question should be asked, ‘can you show me how you would...?’ If a child is to learn, they need to make mistakes. Mistakes in home learning are not necessarily a bad thing, as these will help scaffold the next steps of a child’s learning. Teachers at Kings’ use home learning as a tool to consolidate prior learning and assess children’s needs for what comes next. Even though the option of ‘let me show you how I would do it’ seems easier at times, there are few longer term benefits to be had. Instead, home learning that is independently completed, with some rich dialogue between parent and child, will provide a much better learning opportunity for all. With thanks to James Carroll, Deputy Headteacher, Kings’ School Nad Al Sheba. www.connector.ae
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Mathnasium Logo The Mathnasium logo clearly defines Mathnasium because it pairs the name “Mathnasium” with the words “The Math Learning Center.” The words “The Math Learning Center” are a part of the logo. The logo should not appear without them except in approved situations. The Mathnasium logo must be used on all marketing materials. It may be displayed in four ways, as shown below: Option one: the Mathnasium logo, black with red, on a white background.
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Enroll This Holiday Season, Mathnasium brings you another exciting circle chance to help your child get a better understanding of Math! NOW! Remember that number sense does not develop by accident. It is the result of a process of encounter and interaction with a specific set of concepts and skills presented in a way that Option four: the Mathnasium logo, whiteunderscore with gray, on a black background. makes sense to the learner. Come and join us at Mathnasium and help your child master lifelong math skills. Al Barsha
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Parrot talk It is true that some parrots are seed-eaters in their natural habitat, but these birds are able to balance their diet because of the large numbers of seeds variety they find. Seed-diets in captivity lead to malnutrition and weakening as it is not possible to offer the variety of food as in the wild. Therefore, they became deficient in some vitamins, minerals and amino-acids.
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formulated diet with additional vegetables, fruit and limited amount of seeds and nuts will improve the health and feather quality of your pet parrot, and additionally it can be used as part of the bird’s enrichment. Once your avian vet ensures that your parrot is healthy enough for a conversion, there is a collection of useful tricks that might be helpful to make them eat the suggested healthy diet.
• As they are naturally curious, be enthusiastic as you pick up a new food item, savour it and then quickly offer some to him.
• You will need perseverance and patience as some birds might ignore the new food for days, weeks or months before finally giving it a try.
• Try to use the new diet as a treat or enrich the cage making food fun by winding greens through the bars or leaf bathing with large, wet leaves on the top of the cage.
• If the food is not fresh enough for you, it is not fresh enough for your bird.
When all of this fails, maybe it is a good idea to keep him in the hospital to convert there. Birds will easily accept new food in a new environment. Always remember it will be important that your veterinarian will need to check the parrot’s weight, droppings and health regularly during the conversion.
• Mix the old and the new food, and gradually over weeks decrease the amount of the old diet. • Parrots are social eaters by nature. Allow the bird to see other cage mates or people at home eating the new diet. You can also try placing a mirror on the floor and scatter food over it. 62 | DECEMBER Connector
• Your parrot will have a better appetite when his home environment is stress free. In the wild, the flock waits to eat until they are sure the environment is free of predators. • Remove all perches except the one by the food.
With thanks to Dr Lourdes Lavilla D.V.M, Modern Veterinary Clinic. Call 04-3953131 or visit www.vetdubai.com for more information. www.connector.ae
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Christmas tips for pets The holidays are a cheerful time for us but also bring changes in our daily routine and change for our animals. More visitors are coming into our homes and there are new objects decorating the house and inviting smells from the kitchen.
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• We all love holiday ornaments like tinsel, ribbons and bows. Although most of these things are not toxic they can strangle your animal or be swallowed. If ingested, this foreign body can twist inside your pet’s intestine. • Shiny ornaments tend to attract cats, however dogs could also bite through a Christmas ball which could lacerate your pet’s mouth, throat and intestines. • Watch out for toxic holiday plants. Holly can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and depression; Mistletoe can cause significant vomiting and diarrhoea, difficulty breathing even death; and Poinsettias can cause irritation to the mouth and stomach. • You should always remember that pets are
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not humans and have different digestive systems to us. Cooked and uncooked bones can splinter and cause an obstruction or laceration of your dog’s digestive system. Chocolate and cookies can cause an upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhoea and hyperactivity. Try to find a quiet safe place for your pet when you have visitors and the house gets noisy. Pets need a rest or they can become stressed and anxious. • Fireworks can be terrifying for your pet. APCC recommends a Thundershirt (ThunderShirt uses gentle hugging to calm your dog or cat. With its patented design, ThunderShirt’s gentle, constant pressure has a dramatic calming effect for most dogs and cats if they are anxious, fearful or overexcited.), it works on 80% of dogs and successfully reduces your pets anxiety. For further details, call Advanced Pet Care Clinic on 056-3960076. www.connector.ae
APCC Team wishes you Merry Holidays and a happy New Year 2015 Dr. Piotr Mariusz Jaworski DVM, RCVS, LUCVS, BSAVA SA GP veterinary surgeon, board certified exotic animal specialist, board certified exotic bird and poultry specialist. Multiple internships in prestigious exotic animal departments in the UK, Belgium, South Africa. Special interest in animal nutrition including exotic species, additional training in ophthalmology and dentistry. Member of BSAVA and RCVS.
Dr. Beata Zylinska DVM, PhD, LUCVS, RCVS SA GP veterinary surgeon, board certified orthopedic specialist, board certified soft tissue surgery specialist, board certified specialist in repair of the articular cartilage defects and novel three-dimensional biomaterials. Former Research Assistant D.V.M. of Department and Clinic of Small Animal Surgery, University of Life Sciences In Lublin; Member of ESVOT, BVG and Veterinary Aid in Langford House. Multiple internships in prestigious surgery departments in the UK and Germany.
APCC offers advanced veterinarian care and facilities with highly experienced medical staff and surgeons. Facility with the best available veterinarian equipment and technology to ensure we are able to deliver the highest quality of care.
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Meet Trish Trish is 2 years old, spayed, fully vaccinated and microchipped. Trish was rescued with a badly broken tail that had to be amputated. She has fully recovered after the surgery and has turned into a beautiful tortie bob tail cat. Trish is quite happy as an only cat, she likes to watch the world go by through the window, cuddle in bed and receive all the attention possible!
Meet Ginger
Ginger is 2 years old, fully vaccinated, spayed and microchipped. Ginger’s story is a sad one like many others. Born on the streets and rescued just skin and bones and covered in burns. Ginger spent months at the vet recovering from her wounds and she is now a beautiful, well rounded playful cat. She is very interactive and affectionate. She gets along with anyone who gives her attention and is good with kids and other cats. To meet Trish and Ginger contact 38smiles on info@38smiles.com. 66 | DECEMBER Connector
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BEAUTY & bodycare The new Braun Face is the world’s first 2 in 1 facial device delivering poredeep cleansing and high precision facial epilation for smooth, radiant skin. This revolutionary new beauty device is an investment in betterlooking skin - achieve a visibly smooth, fresh and flawless complexion at the flick of a switch.
Shea Mirrage Shea Butter is a 100% pure, unrefined, certified organic product from the Nile region of Africa. Its numerous healing and therapeutic properties make it a unique organic product. Shea Mirrage is created by Shea Butter Trading LLC, a UAE based company. They support the Sunshine Urban Foundation and contribute a percentage of the sale proceeds back to the people of Uganda. Available in all leading organic stores such as Organic Foods and Cafe and Holland and Barrett, this is a must have product in every house this winter.
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LiLash is a purified eyelash serum. This over-the-counter lash enhancer yields real results. LiLash is not just a vitamin or protein supplement; rather it is a clinicallytested product with an active ingredient that stimulates lash growth. It also contains natural extracts to help condition the eyelashes and prevent them from becoming dry or brittle during treatment.
Here’s good news for women wanting smooth, silky and hairfree skin in the smaller, more sensitive areas of their body. Tria has announced the launch of its latest innovation - the Hair Removal Laser Precision. It is specially designed to treat smaller, hard-to-reach and more sensitive areas, such as underarms, bikini line and upper lip. 68 | DECEMBER Connector
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This fall Bath & Body Works lands their newest and most irresistible Signature Collection fragrance - Wild Madagascar Vanilla. At the heart of this fragrance is an exclusive vanilla accord from the exotic island of Madagascar The Madagascar Vanilla Orchid blooms only for one day, making its fragrance discovery rare and extremely precious. The result is, quite simply, sensual and unforgettable.
hyaluronic3 from être belle is a plumping, smoothing, triply active care serum with hyaluronic acid and Quicklift. Hyaluronic acid replenishes the skin’s own moisture while Quicklift is rapidly absorbed by the skin giving it an instantly, and longlasting, firmer and tighter appearance.
picks The scientists at No7 took their original wellloved, top-selling antiageing serum No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Serum and reformulated it to make it work even harder and achieve even more impressive anti-ageing results. The No7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serum is for anyone who wants to tackle the first signs of ageing in the skin – for fine lines that usually start to appear between the ages of 25 - 35. While the new, even more powerful No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum is for deeper lines and wrinkles that usually start to appear from the age of 35+ and ladies, I love it!
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Whatever your hair type or hair concern, O’right has a product range that rejuvenates the hair from root to tip. Each product range comprises of up to 97% natural ingredients ensuring that your hair can look good and your eco-conscience can feel great. The innovative “tree in a bottle” and “seeds inside” concept boxes are made from biodegradable material that are printed with soy ink and come infused with seeds that grow when the packaging breaks down!
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festive picks! Elemis brings together a selection of its award-winning skincare and luxurious body treats so you can spoil yourself or someone you love.
The Christmas 2014 Make-up Collection from Chanel is filled with subtle shades and embellished with gold and silver. Stunning evening make-up!
Countdown to Christmas in skin-loving style with The Best Of The Body Shop Advent Calendar. This extra-special treat features a beauty surprise behind every door, from bestselling body and face care to iconic fragrance, plus their latest additions: Glazed Apple, Wild Argan Oil and ColourCrush Nail Colours. Priced at Dhs 390 it is the perfect gift to give 24 days of body-loving joy.
Beautifully wrapped and ready to give, Lush has a whole selection of festive gifts to delight everybody you know. Ranging from stocking fillers and secret Santa gifts, to traditional tins and luxurious hatboxes with more than enough bath and body products to see you through to the New Year.
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The perfect gifts for the Holidays!
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This month’s
special offers Akaru Spa, Jumeirah Creekside Hotel
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Dubai
Achieve the perfect festive glow at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Dubai. Indulge the body and mind with a delectable spa experience that begins with an exfoliation using festive spices, perfectly blended together to remove dead skin while also nourishing and repairing. As one’s stress oozes away one will experience pure bliss with a warming and soothing relaxation massage, kneading out any seasonal tension from the body. The two and a half hours in heaven will be completed with an Oxygen facial, giving the skin a breath of fresh, winter air. The festive glow package is available until 31st December priced at Dhs 950 per person. Call 04-3186250 or email spa.dubai@ritzcarlton.com.
Park Hyatt Dubai
The Amara Spa team offers the Christmas Relax and Glow package that incorporates a one-hour de-stress experience and 30-minute radiance facial. The experience begins with welcoming inhalation using the breath essence oil support mixed with warm water for easy relaxed breath, followed by a whole body brushing, a soothing massage with peppermint and rosemary aroma oils, and facial to hydrate the face and leave the skin glowing. Amara will also offer a gift worth Dhs 400. The package is normally priced at Dhs 1,300, however for December it is Dhs 995. Call 04-6021660.
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This December treat yourself to a luxurious 60-minute Margy’s facial and leave your skin firm, visibly refreshed and with instant radiance for Dhs 475. Alternatively, Akaru offers four 30-minute treatments of your choice from a special selection for Dhs 495. Terms and conditions apply. Call 04-2308565 or email JCHakaruspa@jumeirah.com.
Jasmine Spa, Grand Millennium Dubai
Indulge during the Festive Season and treat mind, body and soul to an aroma massage followed by a pomegranate body exfoliation. Then pamper yourself with an exquisite African fruit mask and complement your journey with an energising foot reflexology to ease your stress away and a cleansing facial to keep your skin revitalised. Available from 1st December to 1st January, this is priced at Dhs 599 for a two-hour session. Visit www.grandmillenniumdubai.com.
Willow Stream Spa, Fairmont The Palm
For December, Willow Stream Spa offers The Glamour Girls Package, a 90-minute deepcleansing body scrub that removes dull surface skin cells and refines skin texture using Kerstin Florian products and is ideal for brightening skin during the winter season. It also includes an upgrade of file and polish and moisture sealing paraffin treatment for hands and feet, priced at Dhs 499. Additionally, the Christmas Serenity package allows you to choose from any of the 90-minute treatments on the menu and be treated to a delicious afternoon tea on the private balcony overlooking the Dubai Marina skyline for Dhs 1,790 for two guests. Visit www.fairmont.com. www.connector.ae
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Special offers JetSet, N.Bar and 1847
With the New Year approaching, The Grooming Company gets ready for a year of fabulous blow-dries, glamorous nails and professional shaves. Three lucky winners will have the chance to win a year’s worth of grooming. Win salon styled hair for a year at Jetset by snapping a selfie in any JetSet salon while getting a service done or after you’re done, then tag @jetsetdubai and hashtag #getfestivewithjetset. Get saved and pampered for free with 1847 by taking a selfie at any 1847 branch, either while getting a service done or when you’re done, then tag @1847uae using the hashtag #getfestivewith1847. Finally, win a year’s worth of manis and pedis with N.Bar by snapping a selfie at any N.Bar branch, either while getting a service done or when you are done, then tag @nbardubai using the hashtag #GetFestivewithNbar. The promotion is valid from 1st to 31st December, the winner will be selected following a random draw and the prize will consist of 12 gift vouchers. Visit www.jetsetuae.com, www.1847uae.com or www.nbaruae.com.
The Spa, The Address Dubai Mall
Enjoy a calming 60-minute massage followed by a rejuvenating 30-minute facial for Dhs 899. Alternatively, receive a complimentary Dhs 100 gift voucher on every Dhs 500 purchase or more. Both promotions are available from 10am to 10pm on 25th December. Call 04-4388025 or email spa.dubaimall@theaddress.com.
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Reflection Hair and Beauty Centre
Reflection launches its new Blow Dry Bar, which was created around a simple concept of just Wash, Blow And Go, and as an introductory offer you can book four blow dries for the whole month of December and avail of a 10% discount. In addition, get festive and flirty with the Anti Ageing Special - book a CACI Lip Plumping Treatment and Wrinkle Rejuvenation and get both treatments for Dhs 200. Funk up those nails with Minx for Toes, a memory film that stays up to 4 weeks, and a pedicure for Dhs 185; or book a Zen Spa pedicure, original price Dhs 150, and get 20% discount. Call 04-3944595 or 04-3949906 or visit www.reflectionhairandbeautycentre.com.
InterContinental Hotel Dubai Festival City
Look your best and get the festive glow at Spa InterContinental. Their body package includes a skin softening exfoliation using a blend of sea salts infused in essential oils, offering nourishment and hydration to your skin, leaving you looking and feeling satiny smooth and polished. Together with a 60-minute Spa Massage from the signature menu, this package is priced at Dhs 650. Alternatively, the face package includes a 90-minute Diamond Multi-Sensorial Facial, designed to stimulate, restructure and protect the skin with spectacular lifting effects that act from deep within. Together with a 15-minute Eye Enhancement, specially designed to diminish the appearance of expression lines around the eye area and alleviate puffiness and dark circles using distinctive massage techniques, this package is priced at Dhs 930. Call 04-7011257 or email spa.icdfc@ihg.com. www.connector.ae
‘SHEA MIRRAGE’ SHEA BUTTER REALLY WORKS, FIND OUT HOW: • Provides double protection against dryness & harsh conditions • Skin appearance - softer, sleeker & more relieved from dryness • Relieves dry, irritated, chapped skin • Relief from skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, and rosacia • Prevents premature wrinkles and restores elasticity, helps heal cuts and burns without scarring • Reduces acne & minimizes stretch marks during pregnancy • Prevents and heals baby diaper rashes or skin irritation • Moisturizes and protects skin and scalp
As winter approaches in the Middle East and as temperature begins to fall, dried skin, chapped lips, cracked heels and dry scalp are all usual. One certainly looks for external elements to feel rejuvenated. Some of these external elements include ingredients which further artificial damages the skin. With ‘Shea Mirrage’, rejuvenation happens naturally. ‘Shea Mirrage’ shea butter, being completely natural, non-toxic, paraben free and chemical free reflects great health oriented benefits, some of which are strongly testified with by its loyal customers.
Experience softer skin, smoother hands, crack free heels and dandruff free shining and lustrous hair. Certified organic by ECOCERT, shea butter is extracted from carefully selected superior quality nuts of Karite trees through cold press technology, thus retaining the excellent conditioning properties of Shea Nilotica.
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Giving has never felt so good
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hristmas 2014 at The Body Shop is all about wishes and making them come true with their biggest ever gift selection providing extra-special presents to make your loved ones squeal with delight. More importantly, they have teamed up with War Child, the global charity for children affected by war, so you can send a child to a class with every specially selected gift you buy. With your help, they are aiming to provide more than 6 million lessons in war-torn areas. In areas of conflict, getting a child back into school keeps them safe, builds their confidence and provides knowledge and skills that open the doors of opportunity. Last Christmas, shoppers at The Body Shop helped to fundraise well over Dhs 1 million towards the building of five new schools with their Community Fair Trade partners around the world. The first school has already opened and another four will open by the end of the year in Nepal, Honduras, India and Ghana. Over 700 more children will receive the gift of education, all thanks to you.
Festive season
make-up tips and tricks
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ith the festive party season here, here are some helpful tips and tricks on how to get you, your make-up and hair looking great in no time. Tip 1. Buy a make-up set from Too Faced Cosmetics in Sephora. Try the Boudoir Eyes Palette for three looks in three minutes. The sultry smoky colours can be worn from day to night making it great to keep in your handbag. Tip 2. Matte lips are all the rage at the moment. If you have a lip liner which you love, you can paint this all over your lips and use as your matte lipstick. The colour will stay on longer than a lipstick and if your lips get dry just add some lip balm. Tip 3. If you are finding it hard to fit in exercise try the Bodysmart Studio at Fitness First, Meadows. They have Hypoxi machines that target problem areas and LPG machines that help to improve cellulite. You are in and out quickly and it doesn’t feel like exercise. Tip 4. If you’re stuck in the office but you want fabulous hair, get one of the home salons to come to your desk and give you gorgeous locks before your night out. Tip 5. My new favourite lipstick is from Nars, the Audacatious range is Semi Matte and the colours are so vivid! My fave colour is called Charlotte and it is a deep berry. To choose from their full collection visit Sephora Stores. Natasha Zaki is a Make-up Artist and Beauty Blogger, visit www.glossymakeup.com or @glossymakeup.
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BEAUTY & bodycare
Wash, blow and go!
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For over 20 years Reflection Hair & Beauty Centre has been one of Dubai’s leading salons for hair, nail and beauty treatments. Using quality products and qualified staff, the salon has recently been renovated and now includes a Blow Dry Bar for a no fuss, walk in quick hair fix. With an opening time of 8am, Reflection is perfectly placed for mums to pop in after the school run or before going to the office, which is just what I did.
What’s involved?
Reflection has a number of new stylists specially for the Blow Dry Bar, all of whom are expert hair stylists. My beyond shoulder length hair was blow dried beautifully with bouncy curls and I was out of the door at 8.30am on the dot, having caught up with all my emails via Reflection’s free Wi-Fi and kick started with two cups of complimentary coffee and biscuits. What a great way to start the day!
What are the results?
30 minutes for a perfect blow dry, that would have taken me at least an hour at home to achieve and would not have look half as good. In fact it was so good it lasted 4 days and everyone commented on how nice it looked. This is a fabulous concept for busy women where there are just not enough hours in the day. You can also have a mani/pedi or foot massage while your hair is being done.
How much?
Blow Dry Bar prices range from Dhs 80 to Dhs 120 depending on length of hair. Reflection Hair & Beauty Centre is located on Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqueim and is open every day from 8am, with late night on Sunday and Wednesday. No appointment is necessary for a blow dry. For information call 04-3944595. -L.P. 78 | DECEMBER Connector
Microdermabrasion and mesotherapy @ Slimspa Always interested in new ways to turn back the clock, I paid Slimspa a visit to check out their latest treatment.
What’s involved?
It commenced with Ultra Peel II - one of the most innovative and technologically advanced medical microdermabrasion systems available. It is a non-invasive method of skin resurfacing, exfoliating the skin by using crystals under a controlled flow where dead skin and used crystals are vacuumed away. It is ideal for treating dehydrated maturing skin but is appropriate for all skin types. This was followed by Transderm Ionta - needle free mesotherapy, a skin rejuvenation treatment which infuses the dermis with potent vitamins and anti-oxidants. Mesotherapy promotes the production of collagen and packs the skin with vital nutrients. It helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and the combined treatments are great for dark circles, puffy eyes, a double chin and boosting collagen levels.
What are the results?
The results were instant. My skin immediately looked tighter, firmer and more radiant. Fine lines had diminished and my skin was positively glowing. After the procedures the skin continues to naturally regenerate and repair itself. An initial series of six treatments is recommended followed by touch up sessions every six months.
How much?
One session of Ultra Peel is priced at Dhs 400 and one session of mesotherapy is priced at Dhs 800. You can receive 25% discount on a package of four or six sessions. Slimspa is located in Al Attar Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road. Call 04-3213485 or 04-3437987, email info@slimspa.ae or visit www.slimspa.ae. -L.P. www.connector.ae
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Win with L’Occitane
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he Arlesienne, the muse of southern lands, has inspired L’Occitane for its signature fragrance. Composed of delicate floral notes, Arlesienne is a fragrance that mixes temperament, grace and mystery, like the beauty ideal that has inspired so many artists. The Arlesienne, this radiant woman from the South of France, has inspired the painter Vincent Van Gogh, the poet Frédéric Mistral and the fashion designer Christian Lacroix. It’s time for L’Occitane to honour this unique and beautiful woman, in a new fragrance with a unique floral bouquet. Saffron flower, rose, violet... The new fragrance is the synthesis of three floral notes that here reveal unexpected facets: temperament, grace and mystery. Its secret? The subtle combination of saffron and mandarin top notes, the freshness of rose and lily of the valley in heart notes, and sensual sandalwood, violet and tonka bean for base notes. The bottle, engraved with flowers, and colourful case are inspired by the lively dance of the Arlesienne. To complete your wish list, L’Occitane has also created a complementary collection of products echoing the original fragrance body oil, beautifying powder, shower cream, hand cream, scented soap... sign your skin with this superbly feminine perfume.
Win with Cloud Nine The Cloud Nine Gift Of Volume includes the Cloud Nine O, The O rollers (30mm, 40mm and 50mm) and Cloud Nine Amplify spray and is a groundbreaking innovation in hair styling! Using a unique induction heat system the O rollers heat up in less than four seconds, and because they heat from the core, they’re only hot in the hair, not in the hand. The whole gift set is packaged in a beautiful, leather case, making it a must have! (RRP Dhs 1,250)
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Which bean does the Arlesienne range contain? A) Baked B) Tonka C) Kidney
The Cloud Nine Gift Of Volume retail price is…? A) Dhs 1,250 B) Dhs 1,000 C) Dhs 2,000
L’Occitane is giving one Connector reader the chance to win a Arlesienne gift set. Simply answer the following question by 25th December 2014. Note: Prizes must be collected by 1st March 2015. To enter visit www.mydubaiconnection.com or www.facebook.com/connectordubai.
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Cloud Nine is giving one Connector reader the chance to win The Gift Of Volume. Simply answer the following question by 25th December 2014. Note: Prizes must be collected by 1st March 2015. To enter visit www.mydubaiconnection.com or www.facebook.com/connectordubai.
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HEALTH & fitness
Secrets of the super
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Ever wondered why your friend can zip up her skinny jeans with one hand while holding a doughnut in the other, but you try every diet going and still can’t lose weight? We’ve grilled the experts and combed through the research to reveal the secrets of being naturally slender.
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Get enough sleep
One theory that links sleep to weight gain suggests that it disrupts the hormones that control the appetite. A US study found that people who routinely slept five hours a night had a 14.9% higher level of ghrelin (an appetitestimulating hormone), and a 15.5% lower level of leptin (the hormone that controls your feeling of fullness) than those who slept longer. When ghrelin levels are up, you feel hungry, says Eve Van Cauter, the study leader. “When leptin levels are high, a message is sent to the brain that your body has had enough food and you feel full,” she says.
Eat with pleasure
Feeling relaxed about food influences how and what you eat. US food psychologist Dr Paul Rozin believes that many of us have lost our ability to connect food with pleasure. ‘If you stress out about food and eating, it can result in poor eating habits such as extreme dieting, bingeing and constantly obsessing about food,’ says Rozin. In one study he quizzed different nationalities about their attitudes to food. The group most likely to buy diet foods and to associate food least with pleasure was the Americans (a fat nation). The group most-food pleasure oriented was the French (a slim nation). In word - association tests, given ‘chocolate cake’, the French would say ‘celebration’ and Americans ‘guilt’. To regain your pleasure connection, stop wasting tummy space on low-cal, low-taste foods and rediscover good food. Visit a farmers’ market and buy some handmade herby sausages and a slice of homemade cake. Learn to cook new dishes and buy the best ingredients. Think about the food as you eat it, savour it and try to lose yourself in the pleasure of it. Banishing feelings of guilt won’t happen overnight, but the taste will eventually overcome you.
Inherit a slim attitude
Were you brought up on large portions and told to eat everything on your plate? And was pudding a nightly ritual rather than an occasional treat? “Slim parents tend to pass on slim habits,” says Dr Kingsley. “A few people are genetically prone to weight gain, but generally www.connector.ae
the idea that you’re ‘lucky’ if you come from a slim family is a myth. If your mum and aunt are both overweight, it’s more likely that they’re overweight because of what they eat and lack of exercise than anything to do with genetics.
Be a clever cook
“Slim people are more likely to steam, grill or stir-fry at least part of their meals,” says Dr Lizzie Kingsley (authotr of ‘Thin Secrets: How to be slim without dieting’ available on www.amazon.com). “Being slim doesn’t have to involve avoiding the foods you love - just learning to eat them in a different way. For example, if you make a full English breakfast, you can poach the eggs and grill the bacon.”
Plan ahead
“A US study showed that people who maintain a healthy weight are planners,” says Dr Beckie Lang from The UK Association for the Study of Obesity. “They have the ingredients of a healthy meal waiting for them to cook when they get home, instead of regularly arriving home ravenous and resorting to takeaways.” If you don’t have time to do a big shop each week, try supermarket shopping online so you can plan the week’s meals and have the ingredients all delivered.
Keep balance
Slim women do not treat their bodies as temples into which no chocolate shall pass. Instead, they compensate, says Dr Mike Green, an expert on dieting behaviour from Aston University. “There are two types of dieting flexible and rigid,” he says. A rigid dieter has set goals and a clear idea of what is an acceptable number of daily calories. In situations where she’s challenged, such as parties or holidays, a rigid dieter will tend to break a restraint and pig out with abandon. She then gives up the diet altogether because she’s broken the rules. A flexible dieter, on the other hand will also eat ‘forbidden’ foods, but will simply compensate for the extra calories by perhaps skipping dessert later. This has been shown to be a far more successful way of achieving and maintain weight loss. Connector DECEMBER | 83
HEALTH & fitness
Don’t drink your calories
Slim girls recognise that drinks also count as part of their daily calories. A recent US study showed that Americans get 25% of their daily calories from soft drinks, including sweetened fruit juices and iced teas. Just one can of fizzy drink a day adds up to about 51,000 calories a year - cutting that out could result in 15lb weight loss! Also, people tend not to compensate for liquid calories - in a study at Purdue University participants consumed extra carbs each day for four weeks, either as a liquid (fizzy drink) or a solid (jellybeans). The rest of the day’s intake was up to them. While they didn’t decrease their total calorie intake to compensate for the added fizzy drink calories, they did compensate naturally for the calories eaten as jellybeans.
Have a starter
Slim people tend to recognise that a low calorie starter such as a soup or salad can help you avoid overindulging when the main course arrives. A Penn State University study showed that when participants ate a first course of vegetable soup before lunch, they reduced their total calorie intake at lunch by 20%, compared with when they didn’t eat soup.
Fill up on fruit and fibre
Slim people have, on average, one more serving of fruit and eat more fibre per day than overweight people, according to a study published in The Journal of the American Diabetes Association. Another study at Penn State University showed that people who ate nine or more daily servings of fruit and veg ate more food in total, but fewer calories than those who ate less fruit and veg. Try filling at least half your plate with veg or salad - its packed with fibre to satisfy your appetite without piling on the pounds.
rather than about to burst. “Slim people tend to eat slowly and thoughtfully,” says Dr Lang. “Research has shown that sitting down to a meal, rather than eating in front of the TV, pausing between mouthfuls and savouring the food means you end up eating less because you give your stomach a chance to recognise the feeling of fullness.”
Recognise why you eat
“Food makes us all feel good, but emotional or comfort eaters are often eating to hide a suppressed need or emotion that they can’t express” says Deanne Jade, founder of the National Centre for Eating Disorders (www.eating-disorders.org.uk). “My advice to emotional eaters is, first to stop trying to lose weight and spend a few weeks increasing nutritional intake and cutting out stimulants to help soothe your brain and improve mood. Then, start doing some gentle exercise to increase serotonin levels and make you less impulsive, and give yourself a daily nonfood treat. Also, it is important to recognise different types of hunger, such as deserve hunger (I deserve it), mouth hunger (I just want something in my mouth), anxiety hunger (food will calm me down) and actual hunger. When you have learned to recognise these, ask yourself, “What is it that I actually want?” when you feel hungry, and start to address the emotional needs behind eating.
Know when to stop
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HEALTH & fitness
Saving your skin
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he skin is one of the largest organs of the body and has many functions including acting as a barrier from the environment, a temperature regulator, an immune organ to detect infections, a sensory organ to detect temperature, touch, vibration, and a visible signal for social communication. Failure in any of these functions can be serious for the individual.
Common skin conditions
Psoriasis is a common skin problem affecting about 2% of the population, equally in men and women at any age, and comes and goes unpredictably. It is not infectious, and does not scar the skin. Lesions of psoriasis (often known as plaques) are pink or red, but covered with silvery-white scales. Psoriasis can itch and the affected skin can split, which may be painful. Some people with psoriasis may develop stiff and painful joints, which can be due to a form of arthritis associated with psoriasis. It is a genetic disease but the trigger is often an outside event, such as stress or an injury to the skin. Usually, sunlight improves psoriasis, though occasionally it makes it worse (especially if the skin gets burned). A high alcohol intake and smoking can worsen psoriasis too, as can medicines used for other conditions. 86 | DECEMBER Connector
Psoriasis cannot be cured but treatment can control the symptoms. However, even if psoriasis disappears after treatment, there is a tendency for it to return, years later or within a few weeks. Treatment depends on the type of psoriasis and its severity and includes creams, ointments, pastes, lotions and systemic medication if necessary. Atopic eczema is a genetic inflammatory condition of the skin in which the upper layer of the skin suffers redness, blistering, oozing, crusting, scaling, thickening and sometimes pigmentation (although not all necessarily occur together). It affects both sexes equally and usually starts in the first weeks or months of life. It is most common in children, affecting at least 10% of infants at some stage but usually disappears during childhood, although it can carry on into adult life or return in the teenage or early adult years. It may occasionally develop for the first time in adulthood. Atopic eczema most commonly affects the bends of the elbows and knees, wrists and neck. Skin becomes red and dry, and scratch marks and bleeding are common. When the eczema is very active small water blisters may develop on the hands and feet. In areas that are repeatedly scratched, the skin may thicken up and become even more itchy. Many environmental factors can make eczema worse, including dust and contact with irritants such as soap or detergents. Atopic eczema (as well as asthma and hay fever) tends to run in families. Most children with atopic eczema improve as they get older (75% clear by their teens). It cannot be cured but can be controlled and treatment often consists of moisturisers and topical steroids. With thanks to Dr Roula Amer who is German Dermatology Board certified and practices Aesthetic Medicine and Dermatosurgery at one of Dubai’s leading private hospitals. www.connector.ae
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Why your bloke can’t help being annoying? Men: often more irritating than someone showing up in the same dress as you to a party. It turns out, however, that it is not their fault. It is in their genes.
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emember that book ‘Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus?’ and the relief you felt when you discovered that your man was actually from another planet and that it was normal for you to get the major hump when he turned off your soaps and put on the footie? Us too. So we were also pleased when we discovered that Dr John Gray, the man who wrote it, had written a sequel, ‘Why Mars & Venus Collide’. This book reveals how not to be driven mad by your annoying bloke. So how does it work? Well, there are three rules to remember: • If your bloke is stressed, he will not listen to you. • Reading a magazine/watching TV/ignoring you is your man’s way of dealing with stress. • Forget your bloke if you are feeling down chat with friends or go shopping.
Why these rules?
Although it sounds like he is making excuses for all blokes, it is all to do with stress and hormones. Men and women deal with stress in very different ways. If you are stressed, you want to talk about it, and he… does not. Picture the scene - it’s Monday morning, you oversleep and then you miss your bus by microseconds. Later, you spill coffee down your 88 | DECEMBER Connector
new top, and then your boss makes you stay late to rewrite the most boring presentation. When you finally get home, all you want is a nice cup of tea, a hug and sympathy once you have offloaded how terrible your day was. At the same time, your man arrives at the door, trousers soaking after a taxi-and-puddle incident, not looking too pleased. Instead of giving you tea and a hug, he does a not-verygood impersonation of bloke listening, mutters something about TV, grabs the newspaper and vanishes into the front room. “Just as women need more time to talk and share, a man needs more time to recover from his stresses by having plenty of space to do things on his own, or at least be in control of what he does,” says John. So here is what you can do about it…
The science bit
According to Dr John Gray, stress lowers men’s testosterone levels, and not enough testosterone means a moody, grumpy bloke. “A man can raise his testosterone levels after work by taking a nap or doing simple, entertaining activities such as watching TV or reading a newspaper or magazine,” John explains. Therefore, it is not that he does not care about you, but for him, dealing with stress means getting as far away from your complaining as possible. Nice for him maybe, but where does that leave you? Dr John has the answer - you www.connector.ae
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HEALTH & fitness need to be stocking up on oxytocin. Oxytocin is the “hug” hormone. A woman experiences more energy, happiness and attraction from her man, and lower levels of stress, when her oxytocin levels rise. In addition, Dr John says one way to get it is by talking when you are feeling unhappy. Your oxytocin levels increase when you connect with someone through sharing and caring, and decrease when you feel alone, ignored, rejected, unsupported and insignificant.
The solution
So rather than getting annoyed with your man for not listening, go to your mates to get your oxytocin fix. Dr John says, “In the days when the men hunted horned beasts, the girls stayed at home gathering berries, having a moan to their mates. When the men came home all fired up from hunting, their girlfriends were high on oxytocin, having already had plenty of caring and sharing”. Result? No stress = happy couple.
HOW TO BE A BETTER FEMALE PARTNER All you have to do is change the way you deal with a few things, according to Dr John’s new scientific rules. • He has gone on all evening about watching a certain television programme then promptly snores half an hour before it starts. Infuriating? Yes. However, refrain from poking him awake and you can point score with it later. • He will get frustrated if you moan about something he cannot solve. Unless you give him ways to make you feel better; his credit card, a night in a hotel… • If he forgets to order those gig tickets or pick up something on the way home, forgive him. He will love you for being easy going and is actually less likely to make the same mistake again. • If you want something done, do not be a martyr. Ask him to do the dishes rather than standing there clattering plates thinking ‘Why do I always have to do the dishes?” It really is effective. • If he buys you a pair of shoes for your birthday, tell him how much you love them. Men like praise. Therefore, you will both be happy. • Be selfish. By going out and doing something you love, you will be happier. So he will be happier. Result. And if that means you get to spend lots of money on yourself, what’s not to love? • When you ask your man about his night out and he says ‘It was fun,’ do not assume he flirted with a beautiful woman and is keeping quiet about it. He means, ‘It was fun but I can’t remember one thing worth mentioning’. • His brain is programmed to focus on one thing at a time. So if your bloke ignores you while he is watching TV, just stand in front of it. • It must be frustrating watching him construct an IKEA chair without the instructions, but he will respond better to a cup-of-tea offer than ‘You should do it this way’. 90 | DECEMBER Connector
HOW TO BE A BETTER MALE PARTNER Follow our nine tips and you will soon be reaping the rewards. • Do not make a huge fuss about cooking dinner. Make a Spaghetti Bolognese and be done with it and just try not to use every pan in the kitchen. • Ask her about her day at work. Specific questions prove you actually know where she goes for eight hours every day. • Imagine she gives you one point every time you buy her a present. Any present. So save your money and buy her lots of little things. Underwear, perfume, flowers… • Tell her how beautiful she is. Make sure you are actually looking at her when you say this. • Hug her a lot. If she is not standing next to you, then go and find her. Unless she is in the bathroom that is. • Buy tickets for a film you know she wants to see. • Give her a massage without expecting anything in return. • … And bring her a cup of tea in the morning, also without expecting anything in return. • Tell her how much you like her new haircut. However, do make sure that she actually has had a new haircut! www.connector.ae
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New York Sports Academy
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he recently opened New York Sports Academy at Gloria Hotel’s Elixir Health Club is going full steam ahead. Focusing on Sports and Health & Fitness activities for nurseries, schools, hotels and communities New York Sports Services are already running a number of classes in Elixir Health Club with the most popular classes among members being Zumba, Body pump and Yoga. Supervised by the certified professional trainers you can be assured the goals you have set up will be achieved. In addition to the fitness classes, New York Sports Academy members also get unlimited access to the Elixir Health Club facilities in Gloria Hotel. Fully equipped with a complete cardio line and unrivalled weight training zone the Elixir gym is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. The 25 metre long temperature controlled pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room access are also included in the membership. Busy parents can rest assured their kids are well entertained at the Kids’ club while they do their daily workout with the numerous discounts and packages offered by The Elixir Health Club. Visit www.gloriahoteldubai.com for more information.
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Can’t sleep?
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leeping well is essential to good health. Loss of quality of sleep can lead to serious health problems such as hypertension, heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Globally, it is estimated that 100 million people suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea, with an overwhelming 80% of them remaining undiagnosed. Here are seven tips to a more restful and refreshed you. Habits are powerful. Waking up and going to sleep at the same time every day can help set your sleep schedule in motion, balancing out the natural rhythm of your body and mind. Get active. Daily exercise during waking hours does more than just make you look and feel good, it also uses up excess energy, and over time it may help improve the quality of your sleep. 45-minute nap max. While taking naps throughout the day can help you replace sleep lost during the night, experts suggests that people with insomnia or mild sleep deprivation limit their naps to a maximum of 45 minutes a day. Free your mind. On the night before your work week starts, calm your insomnia by writing down and storing away your work week worries a few hours before bed. Quiet time. 95% of Americans who struggle with poor sleep have reported using some type of electronic device within an hour before bed. Experts suggest taking a full hour before bed to indulge in quiet time to rest your active brain. Sound sleeper teas. While drinking caffeinated beverages before bed is the ultimate sleeper sin, sleep inducing teas such as Chamomile, Catnip, and Valerian contain active ingredients that can help promote a deeper and more restful sleep. Lights out. While sleeping with a nightlight may keep the monsters away, artificial lights suppress the production of melatonin, the major hormone that controls sleep and wake cycles. www.connector.ae
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HEALTH & fitness
Mole Talk A community initiative in collaboration between the Friends of Cancer Patients (FoCP) and Nivea Sun Middle East was launched recently as a joint campaign to educate the public and healthcare professionals about one of the MENA region’s most common but least understood cancers - skin cancer. The ‘Mole Talk’ campaign, which is endorsed by the UAE Ministry of Health, urges people to listen to their skin and is designed to raise awareness about skin cancer, its detection and prevention. FoCP and Nivea will roll out a three-year programme of educational activities and events which will highlight the preventative measures that can be taken to protect skin and significantly reduce the risks of developing skin cancer. The ‘Mole Talk’ campaign encourages the
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community to take greater care of themselves and their family and friends when they are in the sun and to take skin care more seriously. The campaign includes a series of activities and events that will be hosted across the UAE at schools, universities and other public spaces all year round - with advice and information shared across media and digital platforms. The joint partnership will deliver multidisciplinary trainings for health care professionals including family physicians, and nursing staff, covering topics such as signs and symptoms of skin cancer and latest screening methods. This will be complemented by educational workshops in public spaces, with a family physician giving lectures on skin awareness, its signs and symptoms as well as free public checks and screenings. Visit Facebook www.facebook.com/themoletalk, Instagram www.instagram.com/themoletalk, Twitter www.twitter.com/themoletalk, and YouTube www.youtube.com/user/TheMoleTalk.
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Your Horoscope
SAGITTARIUS 22 Nov - 21 Dec
by Capella
GEMINI 21 May - 20 Jun
Cool, calm, controlling Saturn moves in to Sagittarius on the 24th, which should help stabilise your life after hectic activity in early December. Pacifying partners after the full Moon on the 6th and generally rushing around after youngsters in the first few weeks should come to a timely end with the all the fun of celebrations of the festive season.
The full Moon in Gemini on the 6th may lead to a lot of inflated emotions on either your part or a partner’s, so stay cool where possible. You need to listen carefully as to what is the true meaning behind anyone else’s comments, because they all have a different agenda. Try not to work on too many issues at one time.
CAPRICORN 22 Dec - 19 Jan
The new Moon appears in an area on your chart representing partners on the 22nd. It seems they might be suggesting a new way of looking at things and will perhaps have some brilliant ideas for assisting you make those New Year resolutions. Look forward to some employment developments that will keep you all happily occupied.
Discussions over financial matters or new arrangements may be relevant for any needy youngsters around the 14th when the Sun makes a brilliant aspect to Jupiter, the planet of good fortune and finance. The new Moon on the 22nd in Capricorn encourages you to think about invigorating New Year resolutions - a fresh beginning.
AQUARIUS 20 Jan - 17 Feb
Mars in Aquarius after the 5th should find you full of vim and vigour ready to take on the world and all your responsibilities with enthusiasm. Financial arrangements with partners (either business or personal) may still be very aggravating, but reconciliation of any differences should be possible with some good news coming your way around the 12th.
PISCES 18 Feb - 19 Mar
A slow start in December soon finds you in festive mood in the weeks ahead glowing with health as you enjoy life with numerous friends. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself looking forward to a much needed spell of isolation, peace and quiet by the end of the month, which would be a good time to reassess plans and resolutions for 2015.
ARIES 20 Mar - 19 Apr
Enjoy an exciting and probably outrageously, ecstatic time in the first few weeks of December. Partners (either business or personal) should be on top form and full of energy as red hot Mars moves into that area of your chart after the 5th. It’s time to promote an innovative idea to someone which would free up some responsibilities.
TAURUS 20 Apr - 20 May
It’s the time of the year when we begin to assess what changes we would appreciate in the New Year. Listen to what friends surprisingly have to say and apply some of their ideas, because after the 5th your energy is boosted and you will have plenty of get-up-and-go to sort legal, insurance or possibly inheritance matters to everyone’s satisfaction. 96 | DECEMBER Connector
CANCER 21 Jun - 22 Jul
LEO 23 Jul - 22 Aug
There is a lot of planetary activity in an area of your chart encouraging you to greater creativity with some brilliant aspects to one another. The 5th, 12th and 14th are all days when you should shine at whatever you do. A glamorous time is to be had, and don’t forget creativity includes little ones. Much enjoyment is to be had in their company.
VIRGO 23 Aug - 22 Sep
If other people seem very vague and unwilling to make up their minds about some domestic plans you would like to arrange perhaps you should go ahead anyway - only keep it to yourself for awhile - even keep it as a surprise for the festive season. After the 24th you will be the stabilising influence and and on top of your domestic scenario anyway.
LIBRA 23 Sep - 22 Oct
After the 5th energetic Mars encourages you to get out and about with numerous friends in celebratory mood. All you have to do is get busy contacting them to make sure they are all free and up for an exciting time. Jolly Jupiter, at the same time makes a brilliant aspect to loving Venus, so romance is in the air. What a splendid time to party.
SCORPIO 23 Oct - 21 Nov
It’s all stop and go, stop and go in the first week and you don’t seem to be getting anywhere very quickly, but you should have some good news around the 12th possibly regarding your career path - perhaps the promise of a bonus. Almost certainly your financial situation is likely to be improved, so roll on New Year when all should be revealed. www.connector.ae
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ANAESTHESIA American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6553 Dr Bassam Al Asad, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Ali Ibrahim, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Jochen Bongardt, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Mari Aallos Ravenna, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Rajesh Pattanayak, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Tibor Serdult, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Mohammad Zafar Khan, Specialist Anaesthetist Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Nalla Sivam Natarajan, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Salma Nadir Al Mnini, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Yasameen Majid, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Sherin Joseph Sunil, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Annasaheb Balasaheb, Specialist Anaesthetist Dr Chenal Shah, Specialist Anaesthetist
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ANDROLOGY (Deals with male health, particularly relating to the male reproductive system and urological problems) Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ)............ .......................................................................... 268 5333 Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7877 / 315 7876 Dr Ramiz Atassi, Specialist Urology ANTE - NATAL CLASSES & CLINICS American Hospital Dubai......................... 050 558 5901 Ms. Froozandeh Afshar, Midwife Exhale Fitness Studios - JBR.......................... 424 3777 Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Paramjit Luthra, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist 10 | DECEMBER Connector
AUDIOLOGY CLINIC American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6450 Ms. Lubaina Sharafally, Audiologist Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Riza A.V, Audiologist AVIATION MEDICINE Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Dr Adham Alameddin Dr Rachel Hayek BACK CARE SPECIALISTS American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6893 Dr Jin-Yul Lee, Consultant Neurosurgeon Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7711 / 315 7758 Dr Abdul Karim Msaddi, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Sebouh Kassis, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Catalin Majer, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Walid Othman, Consultant Orthopaedic BALLOONS Crash-in-Castles LLC.............................. 050 652 4769 Party Centre LLC, Garhoud............................ 283 1353 Party Centre LLC, Media City........................ 453 3373 www.mypartycentre.com BARIATRIC SURGERY (Weight Loss Surgery) Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Patrick Noel, Specialist Laparascopic Surgeon Bariatric Surgery www.connector.ae
LPC for Full body & Face (CIBTAC - London) N.BAR - Fast glamour for nails.... 800 NBAR / 346 1100 NAILS AT HOME–prepared to be pampered.. 298 0707 Orchid Beauty Boutique (Shj Ladies Club).. 06 506 7878 SpaDunya Colour Experience, The Walk JBR..439 3669 The Hair Corridor, Jumeirah............................ 394 5622 BEHAVIORAL THERAPY Hissah Enrichment Center............... www.hissahec.com
BRAIN TUMOR & NEUROVASCULAR UNIT Neuro Spinal Hospital..................................... 315 7711 Dr Ahmed Bitar, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Karim Den Hammodah, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Sebouh Kassis, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Sarmed Al Fahad, Consultant Neurology Dr Sarmad Al Shammaa, Specialist Neurology Dr Sandep B. K, Specialist Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology) Dr Maysaa AlKayem, Specialist Anaesthesiology Pallavi Malik, Speech Therapist BREAST SCREENING CLINIC American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6399 Dr Paul Sayad, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Nader Salti, Consultant General Surgeon Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Anna Sepiolo, Specialist OBS./GYN. Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Aseel Abdul Razzaq, Specialist OBS/GYN Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Paramjit Luthra, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Azza Gouda Ibrahim, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Wafa B. Sulaiman, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Agatha Moniz, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Samah Zarif, Specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist www.connector.ae
CAKE DECORATING CLASSES Tavola Studio, Gold and Diamond Park.......... 388 3767 Certified Wilton and PME Courses CARDIAC HEALTH SCREENING Medcare Hospital, Dubai........................... 800 6332273 Dr Samer Kaaka, Specialist Cardiologist Dr Alja Vlahovic Stipac, Specialist Cardiologist CARDIOLOGY Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Mohammad Motaweh Specialist Cardiologist Boston Diabetes & Endocrine Center............ 380 5555 Dr Hassan El Tamimi, Specialist Cardiology Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Azan Salem Binbrek, Consultant Cardiologist Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Samer Kaaka, Specialist Cardiologist Dr Alja Vlahovic Stipac, Specialist Cardiologist Top Medical Center (Branch), Grosvenor House............317 6569/ 395 8159/ 395 8584 Dr Hassan El Tamimi CHILD DEVELOPMENT TRAINING Hissah Enrichment Center....................... 052 983 3111 CHILDREN’S THERAPY Hissah Enrichment Center....................... 052 983 3111 Kalimati Speech & Communication Center.. 283 9196 CHINESE MEDICINE Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Dr Lu Yongjie CHIROPODY Chiropody Center, Beach Rd. Villa 780.......... 348 4092 Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Clinic..349 6333 Kersten Elliott, Chiropodist / Podiatrist (UK) CHIROPRACTOR Emirates European Medical Centre............................... ................................................. 348 1166 / 050 640 3307 www.chiropracticdubai.com, chiropractic, nutrition, physiotherapy and massage Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Dr Neda Nafei CIRCUMCISION Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ).268 5333 Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Raad Yusufani, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Suhail Kazim, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Foroozan Khezri, Specialist Urologist Connector DECEMBER | 11
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BIRTHDAY PARTIES Crash-in-Castles LLC.............................. 050 652 4769 Funny Magicians, www.tomymagic.com... 050 657 4722 FunTime Parties, www.dubaifuntime.com.. 052 993 3753 Petting Farm Parties-Poshpaws Animal Sanctuary....... ................................................................... 056 604 4091 Facebook-Poshpaws Animal-Sanctuary-Kennels-Cattery
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BEAUTY SALONS 1847- Executive Grooming for Men................. 330 1847 Amaya Salon & Spa Downtown Burj.............. 374 1496 Amaya Salon & Spa Lamcy Plaza................... 335 1101 BBLUNT Hair & Care(Men & Women), DIFC..352 6300 Chiropody Center Beauty Dept................ 050 494 4813 CACI non-surgical facelift and Micro Dermabrasion
CLINICS & HOSPITALS Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ).268 5333 Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 American Hospital Dubai................................ 336 7777 Dubai London Clinic (Festival City Mall)......... 800 352 Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Clinic..349 6333 Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital, Dubai.......... .......................................................................... 376 8400 Neuro Spinal Hospital....................342 0000/ 315 7777 Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Top Medical Center (Branch), Grosvenor House............317 6569/ 395 8159/ 395 8584 COCHLEAR IMPLANTS American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6450 Dr Muaaz Tarabichi, Specialist Otolaryngologist Lubaina Sharafally, Audiologist Ghada Ajamieh, Speech Therapist COLORECTAL SURGERY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6553 Dr Nader Salti, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Paul Sayad, Consultant General Surgeon COLOUR THERAPY W/ ALTEARAH BIO Dalouk Spa.................................................. 06 506 7880 SpaDunya Colour Experience, The Walk JBR..439 3669 COSMETIC DENTISTRY American Dental Clinic, Dubai..344 0668 / 800TEETH British Dental Clinic....................................... 342 1318 Dr Linda Joy Afif, BChD (UK) Cooper Dermatology Clinic............................ 346 6671 Dr Johnny Haddad, DDS, DU, AACD General Dentist General Dental COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY (Advanced medical aesthetic treatments) Medcare Hospital, Dubai.......................... 800 6332273 Dr Nabeela Mahmood Eid Rashed, Specialist Dermatologist COSMETIC THERAPIST (Rehabilitation of scar tissue, scar camouflage, permanent make-up corrections) Medcare Hospital, Dubai.......................... 800 6332273 COUNSELLING American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology.. 314 1000 www.americancenteruae.com Ms. Norma Cairns Counselling Psychologist Hissah Enrichment Center............... www.hissahec.com CYCLING REVOLUTION NIGHTS Stewart Howison....................................... 050 680 4528 Revolution cycles presents revolution nights every Wednesday night at the Dubai Autodrome 6pm – 9pm. 12 | DECEMBER Connector
Free for all to Run, Walk, Jog or cycle at Revolution nights. For all ages, this is the safest place to learn to ride or just get fit! No Helmet No Ride. DANCE LESSONS bnf Dance Academy (www.bnf.ae).................... 364 4881 Salsa, Bachata, Tango, Belly Dancing. Email: school@bnf.ae DanceHorizons.........................360 7691, 050 644 2972 Specialized Music & Movement Program from 4 years, RAD Ballet. www.dancehorizons.ae Sharmila Dance......................................... 050 858 1083 HipHop, Jazz, St.Jazz, Ballet & Lyrical Contemporary classes. www.sharmiladance.com, info@sharmiladance.com The Ballet Centre - R.A.D. Ballet.................... 344 9776 I.S.T.D. Modern, Tap and Jazz. Taekwondo, Hip-Hop, Drama, Irish Dancing, Rhythmic Gym, Piano Fitness and Adult Dance Classes Turning Pointe.......................................... 050 877 5918 800 BALLET (800 225538) 800 DANCE (800 32623) RAD Ballet from 3yrs, ISTD Modern & Tap, Street Jazz, Hip Hop & CHEERLEADING! Over 40 studios throughout the UAE. www.turningpointe DENTAL HYGIENIST American Dental Clinic, Dubai..344 0668 / 800TEETH Mrs. Roxana Tabrizian, Dental Hygienist Trained & Board Certified Canada DENTAL IMPLANTS American Dental Clinic, Dubai..344 0668 / 800TEETH Dr Michael R. Ziegler, General Dentist & Implantologist. Trained & Board Certified USA, Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologist (ICOI, USA). Dr Mauricio Gomes Taborda, General Dentist & Implantologist (Brazil) Cooper Dermatology Clinic............................ 346 6671 Dr Amin ur Rahman, Harvard University Specialist Dentist Periodontics Dubai London Clinic, Al Wasl Rd Branch...... 378 2921 Dr Geoffrey Sharpe, Periodontist Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Prem Nanda, Orthodontist & Implantologist Dr Hani Salam, Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon DENTISTS Al Tadawi Medical Centre............................... 299 9626 Dr Carsten Froelich, Dental Surgeon Dr Kahtan Wardeh, General Dentist Dr Shahanas Mohamed, Dental Surgeon American Dental Clinic, Dubai..344 0668 / 800TEETH Dr Michael R. Ziegler, General Dentist & Implantologist. Board Certified USA Dr John F Lohse, Orthodontist Trained & Board Certified USA Orthodontic Care for Adults & Children www.connector.ae
DERMATOLOGISTS American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6958 Dr Syed Shah, Specialist Dermatologist Dr Roula Amer, Specialist Dermatologist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Ibrahim Abbara Registrar Dermatologist City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Samer Kudsi, Specialist Dermatology Cooper Dermatology Clinic............................ 346 6671 Dr Rolf Soehnchen, Consultant Dermatologist Dubai London Clinic, Al Wasl Rd Branch...... 378 2921 Dr Bina Rabadia, Specialist Dermatologist Dr Radmila Lukian, Specialist Dermatologist Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Bina Rabadia, Specialist Dermatologist Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Nabeela Mahmood Eid Rashed, Specialist Dermatologist DIABETES COUNSELLING American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6876 Dr H. Penninckx, Sp. Int. Med. Endocrinologist Dr Donatella Casiglia, Sp. Int. Med. Endocrinologist Dr Hanaa Zidan, Pediatric Endocrinologist DIABETES & ENDOCRINOLOGY Boston Diabetes & Endocrine Center............ 380 5555 Dr Ghada Aoun, Specialist Endocrinologist DIAGNOSTICS Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) DIALYSIS American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6370 Dr Fahed Kouli, Specialist Nephrologist Dr V. Khalili, Specialist Nephrologist Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) DIETICIAN (See Weight Loss) Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 Dr Akram Osman, Dietician American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6606 Mariam Saleh, Dietician May El Moghrabi, Dietician Dana Al Shaka’a, Dietician City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Leila Smaily MA, RD, BSc Canadian Board Certified Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Mr. Mohamed El Syed El Falahgi, Dietitian DIGESTIVE ENDOSCOPY Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery Connector DECEMBER | 13
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Dr Hala Al Sakka, DDS, General Dentist Trained & Board Certified Canada & USA, Dr Deyse Carvalho, DDS, Prosthodontist (Brazil) Dr Mauricio Gomes Taborda, General Dentist & Implantologist (Brazil) Dr Philippe Saleiman , Specialist Endodontics Dr Grace Miled Eid, Specialist Paediatric Dentist (Lebanon) Dr Rafif Tayara, Specialist Paediatric Dentist (Canada) Mrs. Roxana Tabrizian, Dental Hygienist Trained & Board Certified Canada Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr May Abdul Muniem Mahdi Dentist Bright Smile Dental & Orthodontic Center.. 344 9675 Dr Tariq Sahawneh, Specialist Orthodontist Dr Hussam Chaykhouni, General Dentist British Dental Clinic....................................... 342 1318 Dr Rodney Harrison, General Dentist, BDS (UK) Dr Deon Hugo, General Dentist, BChD (SA) Dr Linda Joy Afif, General Dentist, BChD (UK) Dr Faisal Munif, General Dentist, BDS (UK) Dr Mehnaz Kamali, Consultant Periodontist & Implantologist (UK) Dr Y.S. Tosun, DDS. Specialist Orthodontist Dr Hani Abd-ul-Salam, Specialist Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (CANADA) City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Sondos Awad, General Dentist Dr Shallen Verma, Specialist Dentist Dr Ramesh Kumar, Specialist Orthodontics Dentist Dr Ketan Parekh, Specialist Orthodontics Cooper Dermatology Clinic............................ 346 6671 Dr Anmol Batria, General Dentist Dubai London Clinic, Al Wasl Rd Branch...... 378 2921 Dr Evan O'Malley, G.P. (Dentist) Dr Nora Powell, G.P. (Dentist) Dr Geoffrey Sharpe, Periodontist Dr Gilda Behnam (Orthodontist) Dr Emma Caseley, G.P. (Dentist) Just White Dental Clinic, JBR........................ 399 8440 Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Lubab Jassim Mohammed, Paedodontist Dr Hani A. Salam, Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon Dr Marija Pavlovic, Periodontist & Oral Implantologist Dr Mamta Mehra, Specialist Prosthodontist Swedish Dental Clinic, Deira.. 223 1297/ 050 588 2213 The only Swedish Dental Clinic in Dubai since ‘85. We do Implants, Orthodontics, Prosthetics & Cosmetic Dentistry w/ our Swedish Dentists. High quality & competitive price. Top Medical Center (Branch), Grosvenor House............317 6569/ 395 8159/ 395 8584 Dr Cornelia Prevot, GP Dentist
DIGESTIVE & LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY (General & Laparoscopic Surgery) Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Raad Yusufani, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Suhail Kazim, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Emad Fayyad, Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr Federica Margherita Fabris, Specialist Gastroenterologist DYSLEXIA ASSESSMENT & REMEDIATION Lexicon Reading Center........................... 050 795 4428 www.LexiconReadingCenter.org EAR, NOSE & THROAT SPECIALISTS American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6450 Dr Muaaz Tarabichi, Specialist Otolaryngologist Dr Carmelo Barbaccia, Specialist Otolaryngologist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Tarek Eissa Mohamed Hussin ENT Specialist Dr Michel Charles Szalay Marcel ENT Specialist City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Vikas Nehru, Specialist ENT/ Head & Neck Surgery Dubai London Clinic (Festival City Mall)......... 800 352 Dr Sasa Janjanin, Specialist ENT Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Sasa Janjanin, ENT Specialist Dr Udaya Chand Das, ENT Specialist Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Mohamad I. El – Naggar, Consultant ENT Dr Ghassan Younes, Specialist ENT Surgeon Dr Nikita Malhotra, Specialist ENT Surgeon EAR PROTECTIONS Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Mr. Riza A.V, Audiologist Anu Mohan, Audiologist EMERGENCY MEDICINE American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6644 Dr H. Abd El- Latif, Specialist Emergency Medicine Dr Imad Fakhani, Registrar Emergency Medicine Dr Nader Hassaballa, Specialist Emergency Medicine Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Neuro Spinal Hospital..................................... 315 7777 Dr Ahmed Moneir Kamal, General Practicioner Dr Ahmed Abdelhameed, Specialist Undersupervision Internal Medicine Dr Laila Ahmad, General Practitioner Dr Khalid M. Hassan, Specialist Undersupervision Internal Medicine ENDOCRINOLOGY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6893 Dr H. Penninckx, Sp. Int. Med. Endocrinologist 14 | DECEMBER Connector
Dr Donatella Casiglia, Sp. Int. Med. Endocrinologist Dr Hanaa Zidan, Pediatric Endocrinologist City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Sona Abu El Kheir, Specialist Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Dia) Dr Khalid Al Ghofaili, Specialist Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Dia) Dr Alaeddin Saghir – Endo & Diabetes-AMC.. 363 5353 Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 ENTERTAINMENT & EVENT MANAGEMENT Crash-in-Castles LLC.............................. 050 652 4769 EXECUTIVE HEALTH SCREENING Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) EXECUTIVE MEDICALS Dubai London Clinic (Festival City Mall)......... 800 352 Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 EXERCISE / FITNESS CONSULTATION Gold Salon........................................................ 321 1423 FACIALS SpaDunya Colour Experience, The Walk JBR..439 3669 FAMILY GENERAL PRACTICE Dubai London Clinic (Festival City Mall)......... 800 352 Dr John McCallen, Specialist Family Medicine Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Barbara Vela, G.P. General Practitioner Dr N.S.Prasad, G.P. General Practitioner Dr Ahmar Ghorbanpor, Specialist Family Medicine Dr Haris Akhtar, G.P. General Practitioner Dr Mostafa Vasigh, G.P. General Practitioner FAMILY MEDICINE Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 Dr Athir Ghanim, Specialist in Family Medicine Al Tadawi Medical Centre............................... 299 9626 Dr Maged Shurrab, Specialist in Family Medicine Dr H.M. Idrees, Specialist in Family Medicine City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Bassmah Al Rowaily, Specialist Family Medicine Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Clinic.......... .......................................................................... 349 6333 Dr Susan Norton, Family Medicine (CANADA) Mark Janowski, MD Specialist Internal Medicine (USA) Dr Yin Cheong Ng Rundell, Specialist Internal Medicine (UK) Top Medical Center (Branch), Grosvenor House............317 6569/ 395 8159/ 395 8584 Dr Charlotte Zoeller, Specialist Family Medicine FERTILITY CLINIC Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ).268 5333 New Hope IVF............................................ 06 525 4446 Dr Gautam Allahbadia (Consultant A IVF “MOH”) Dr Talha Mohammad Al Shawaf (Consultant A IVF “MOH”) www.connector.ae
FITNESS CENTRES & HEALTH CLUBS GFX – Executive Towers, Business Bay........425 5940 Zumba, Power Yoga, Body Pump, Bollywood Dance classes Try your First Group X Class for FREE! www.gfx.ae Exhale Fitness Studios - JBR........................... 424 3777 Sharjah Ladies Club.................................... 06 506 7868 The Yoga Studio................................................ 346 7110 www.thestudiodxb.com; info@yogafitness.ae
FURNITURE Everest Furniture Factory................................ 338 6255 Upholstery, Curtains, Sofas, Cushions, fabrics Al Quoz 1, Behind Natuzzi Sheikh Zayed Road. www.everrest.ae Falaknaz – The Warehouse............................... 328 5859 Quality Teak furniture, Outdoor, Umbrellas Sheikh Zayed Rd Showroom, next to VW www.falaknazthewarehouse.com GASTRIC BANDING & GASTRIC BYPASS SURGERY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6553 Dr Paul Sayad, Consultant General Surgeon GASTROENTEROLOGY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6893 Dr Regina Will, Sp. Gastroenterologist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Anand Nathwani Specialist Gastroenterologist City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Wagdy Emile Mikhail, Specialist Gastroenterologist Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Emad Fayyad, Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr Federica Margherita Fabris, Specialist Gastroenterologist Dr Rahmatollah Alinejad, Specialist Gastroenterologist GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY Dr Adnan Abuhammour- Abuhammour Med Cntr....... .......................................................................... 363 5353 www.connector.ae
GENERAL SURGERY Abbara Poly Clinic............................................ 268 5333 Dr Ismail Abbara (Frankfurt Univ) American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6553 Dr Paul Sayad, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Nader Salti, Consultant General Surgeon Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Nabil Abdulla Abdulkader Specialist General Surgeon City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Ali Hassan, Specialist General Surgeon Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Raad Yusufani, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Suhail Kazim, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Dejan Stepic, Specialist General Surgeon Dr Abdulkader Weiss, Specialist General Surgeon Dr Lizica Itu, Specialist General Surgeon under Supervision Dr Shadi Ali Najem, Registrar Surgeon Connector DECEMBER | 15
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FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPE (Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy & Proctoscopy) Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Suhail Kasim, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Emad Fayyad MD, Consultant Gastroenterologist
GENERAL PRACTITIONERS (See Family/General Medicine) Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 Dr Ivica Djupovac, General Practitioner Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Marco Labib Anton General Practitioner Dr Ashraf Fathi Omer General Practitioner Dr Ryan Beatizula General Practitioner Dr Abdul Majeed Salih Abdullah General Practitioner Dr Zaynab Ayad Fataih General Practitioner City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Marvie Hinampas, General Practitioner Dr Haritha Potu, General Practitioner Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Ammar Hassan, General Practitioner Dr Hind Khalid Mohammed, General Practitioner Dr Atique Ur Rehman, General Surgeon Dr Ali Sabah, General Practitioner Dr Saima Khan, General Practitioner Dr Yusra Damani, General Practitioner Dr Samera Mahfoud Ahmed, General Practitioner Dr Zaid Abas Al Said, General Practitioner Dr Khaled Elsaid, General Practitioner Dr Farah Siddiquie, General Practitioner Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Dr Rachel Hayek
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FETAL MEDICINE Fetal Medicine & Genetic Center................... 360 4040 Dr Afshin PourMirza, Specialist OBS./GYN. Fetal Maternal Medicine (Germany) Dr Ulrich Honemeyer, Specialist OBS./GYN. (Germany), Master of Ultrasound Obs/Gyn, Consultant DHA
Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7777 / 315 7877 Bassam Nouh, Specialist General Surgery GERIATRICS (Ageing) American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6877 Dr S. Meenrajan, Sp. Geriatrics Medicine GYNAECOLOGISTS & OBSTETRICS Abbara Poly Clinic........................................... 268 5333 Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 Dr Valentina Ghorashi, Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology Al Tadawi Medical Centre............................... 299 9626 Dr Rupinder Kaur Ruprai, Specialist in Gynaecology & Obstetrics Dr Aseel Abdul Razzaq, Specialist in Gynaecology & Obstetrics American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6879 Dr O. Braithwaite, Consultant Obs/Gyn Dr A.C. Rajalakshmi, Specialist Obs/Gyn Dr Anthony Brignoni, Specialist Obs/Gyn Dr Mia Branch, Specialist Obs/Gyn Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Galina Stefanova Specialist OBS/GYN Dr Amal William Habib Specialist OBS/GYN Dr Munima Habib Registrar OBS/GYN City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Nirmala Raghunathan, Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology Dr Maria Nikolopoulou- Abuhammour Med Cntr........ .......................................................................... 363 5353 Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Anna Sepiolo, Specialist OBS./GYN. Dr Rajesh Devassy, Specialist OBS./GYN Laparoscopic Surgeon Dr Aseel Abdul Razzaq, Specialist OBS/GYN Fetal Medicine & Genetic Center................... 360 4040 Dr Afshin PourMirza, Specialist OBS./GYN. Fetal Maternal Medicine (Germany) Dr Ulrich Honemeyer, Specialist OBS./GYN. (Germany), Master of Ultrasound Obs/Gyn, Consultant DHA Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Paramjit Luthra, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Azza Gouda Attia Ibrahim, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Wafa Sulaiman Al Nasseri, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Agatha Moniz, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Samah Zarif, Specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Ivana Cmiljic, Specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist 16 | DECEMBER Connector
Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Dr Maria Nikolopoulou Top Medical Center (Branch), Grosvenor House............317 6569/ 395 8159/ 395 8584 Dr Dolores Ruth Kent, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology HAEMORRHOIDS Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ)..268 5333 American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6553 Dr Paul Sayad, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Nader Salti, Consultant General Surgeon City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Ali Hassan, Specialist General Surgeon Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Raad Yusufani, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Suhail Kazim, Consultant General Surgeon HAIR EXTENSIONS Gold Salon.................................321 1423, 050 625 0288 Great Lengths to go..................321 5162, 050 535 5527 Karkafi Hair...............................352 8711 / 03 766 2177 HAIR PRODUCTS Great Lengths Hair Extensions....................... 321 5162 Great Lengths UAE.................................. 050 625 0288 Exclusive Distributors and Educators JOICO Hair Colors & Hair care..................... 605 8516 Philip Kingsley Hair Care................................ 605 8516 Tanagra at Gold Salon..................................... 321 1423 HAIR REMOVAL Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) HAIR SALONS BBLUNT Hair & Care(Men & Women), DIFC..352 6300 JetSet - For fabulous hair days........................... 330 0886 SpaDunya Colour Experience, The Walk JBR..439 3669 HAIR TRANSPLANTATION Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Sajjad Haider Khan, Specialist In Hair Restoration Surgery HAIRDRESSERS Gold Salon........................................................ 321 1423 The Hair Corridor, Jumeirah............................ 394 5622 HAND SURGERY Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital, Dubai.......... .......................................................................... 376 8400 Dr Jose Manuel Rojo, Hand Surgeon Specialist Dr Christiana Savvidou, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon HEARING AIDS Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Riza A.V, Audiologist www.connector.ae
HERNIA Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ)........... .......................................................................... 268 5333 American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6553 Dr Paul Sayad, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Nader Salti, Consultant General Surgeon Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery
ICE SKATING Sharjah Ladies Club.................................... 06 506 7822 IMPLANTOLOGIST British Dental Clinic....................................... 342 1318 Just White Dental Clinic, JBR........................ 399 8440 Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Prem Nanda, Orthodontist & Implantologist Dr Hani Salam, Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon INFECTIOUS DISEASE American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6893 Dr Moeena Zain, Sp. Infectious Disease INTERNAL MEDICINE Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 Dr Sevdalina Velizarova, Specialist Internal Medicine Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Abrar Hussein Consultant Internal Medicine City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Sherif Amer, Specialist Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Diseases) Dubai London Clinic (Festival City Mall)........ 800 352 Dr Dragana Sarenac, Specialist Internal Medicine Dr Rula Albadri, Consultant Internal Medicine Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Mina Milovanovic, Specialist Internal Medicine Dr Iwona Marczak, Specialist Internal Medicine Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Clinic.......... .......................................................................... 349 6333 Dr Yin Cheong Ng Rundell, Specialist Internal Medicine (UK) Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Mazen Raid Naba, Specialist Internal Medicine Dr Salvin George, Specialist Internal Medicine www.connector.ae
INTEVENTIONAL NEURO RADIOLOGY Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7725 / 315 7722 Stenting, Coiling & Embolization Dr Sandeep B.K Specialist Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology) JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGEONS Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7761 / 315 7814 Dr Matthias Honl, Specialist Orthopaedic KENNELS & CATTERY Al Zubair Animal Care........06 743 5988, 050 647 6487 www.azacuae.com Animal Care Centre.................................. 050 646 7792 www.animalcarecentre.biz Deira Veterinary Clinic.............258 1881, 050 651 6440 Website: www.dr-azziz.com Poshpaws Kennels & Cattery................... 050 273 0973 www.poshpawsdubai.com KINESIOLOGY KinesioCoach (ICPKP), Knowledge Village.... 276 1155 W: www.kinesiocoach.ae; E: info@kinesiocoach.ae LANGUAGE CENTRES The Arabic Language Centre........................... 331 5600 Specialists in teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language to Adults Dar-el-ilm school of languages........................ 331 0221 Arabic for Kids and Foreign Languages to Adults & Kids www.dubailanguages.com LAPAROSCOPIC HYSTORECTOMY Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Rajesh Devassy, OBS/GYN Laparoscopy LAPAROSCOPY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6879 Dr Paul Sayad, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Nader Salti, Consultant General Surgeon Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Rajesh Devassy, OBS/GYN Laparoscopy Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Raad Yusufani, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Suhail Kazim, Consultant General Surgeon Dr Dejan Stepic, Specialist General Surgeon Dr Abdul Kader Weiss, Specialist General Surgeon LASER HAIR REMOVAL American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6958 Dr Syed Shah, Specialist Dermatologist Dr Roula Amer, Specialist Dermatologist Cooper Dermatology Clinic............................ 346 6671 Sidra Zia, Laser Therapist Connector DECEMBER | 17
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HOSPITALIST American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6877 Dr Saria Gouher, Specialist Internal Med. Dr Amjed Abumuhanna, Specialist Internal Med.
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HEART CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6364 Dr Khaldoun Taha, Consultant Cardiologist Dr Omar Hallak, Interventional Cardiologist Dr Mohamed Salem, Interventional Cardiologist Dr Steven Griffin, Sp. Cardiothoracic Surgeon
LASER SKIN SURGERY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6958 Dr Syed Shah, Specialist Dermatologist Dr Roula Amer, Specialist Dermatologist
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LEARNING CENTRES Kalimati Speech & Communication Center.. 283 9196
NEURO - REHABILITATION Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7711 / 315 7758 Dr Abdul Karim Msaddi, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Kaydar Al Chalabi, Specialist Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
LITHOTRIPSY - ESWL (Removal of Kidney Stones without surgery) Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ)..268 5333 Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) MAMMOGRAPHY SCREENING American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6642 Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) MASSAGES SpaDunya Colour Experience, The Walk JBR..439 3669 MEDITATIVE ARTS Meditation for World Peace..........368 8067 / 368 8104 Fax: 368 8121; Email: phfdubai@emirates.net.ae MEMBERSHIP Club Registration....................................... 06 506 7701 MENS GROOMING 1847 - Executive Grooming for Men................ 330 1847 MUSIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Melodies Music Center Mirdif, Street 37................................................ 288 8951 Uptown Mirdif.................................................. 251 4098 Meadows Village............................................... 422 5357 Studio City........................................................ 446 8716 JBR, Rimal 3..................................................... 451 8809 Arabian Ranches............................................... 447 1884 Jumeirah, Al Wasl Road.................................... 388 4815 Dubai Mall, Ice Rink area.......................... 055 795 0367 E-mail: info@brooklynmelodies.com Website: www.brooklynmelodies.com NAIL STUDIOS The Nail Beautique........................................... 348 1888 NATUROPHATIC MEDICINE Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Dr Parviz Rashvand NEONATOLOGY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6488 Dr S. Kalyanasundaram, Specialist Pediatrician NEPHROLOGY (Kidney Diseases) American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6553 Dr Fahed Kouli, Specialist Nephrologist Dr V. Khalili, Specialist Nephrologist Dr Subhi Sulaiman – Abuhammour Med Cntr.............. .......................................................................... 363 5353 Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) 18 | DECEMBER Connector
NEURO SURGERY (Brain and Spine Surgery) American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6629 Dr Jin-Yul Lee, Consultant Neurosurgeon Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital, Dubai......... .......................................................................... 376 8400 Dr Hassan Kadri, Consultant Neurological Surgeon Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7711 / 315 7758 Dr Abdul Karim Msaddi, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Ahmed Bitar, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Karim Ben Hammodah, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Sebouh Kassis, Specialist Neurological Surgery Dr Catalin Majer, Specialist Neurological Surgery NEUROLOGIST American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology.. 314 1000 www.americancenteruae.com Dr Imad Yassin Consultant Paediatrics/ Neurology Div. Dr Abubaker Almadani Consultant Neurologist American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6893 Dr Mohd. Ismail, Specialist Neurologist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Khalid Abdul Jabbar Al Saffar Specialist Neurologist Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Amin Abdullah Al Shawabkeh, Specialist Neurologist Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7877 / 315 7876 Dr Sarmed Al Fahad, Consultant Neurology Dr Sarmad Al Shammaa, Specialist Neurology NEUROPHYSIOLOGY Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7877 / 315 7876 Dr Sarmed Al Fahad, Consultant Neurology NUCLEAR MEDICINE American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6643 Dr Shah Numani, Consultant Nuclear Med. NURSERY (PRIVATE) (See Schools) Al Barsha Seashells Nursery............................ 341 3404 www.seashellsnursery.com www.connector.ae
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ONCOLOGY / HEMATOLOGY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6369 Dr Maroun Khoury, Consultant Oncologist Dr Faraz Khan, Specialist Oncologist Dr N. Mahgoub, Cons. Pediatric Onc/Hem OPEN MRI SCREENING Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) OPHTHALMOLOGISTS American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6450 Dr Nadim Habash, Sp. Ophthalmologist Dr Ammar Safar, Sp. Ophthalmologist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Mohammad Samir Jamal Specialist Ophthalmologist City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Adnan Obaid, Specialist Ophthalmology Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Lama Toufiq Sharbek, Specialist Ophthalmologist Dr Mohamed El Zawahr, Specialist Ophthalmologist ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGEON British Dental Clinic....................................... 342 1318 Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Hani Abdul Salam, Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon ORTHODONTISTS American Dental Clinic, Dubai..344 0668 / 800TEETH Dr John F Lohse, Orthodontist Trained & Board Certified USA Orthodontic Care for Adults & Children Bright Smile Dental & Orthodontic Center...344 9675 British Dental Clinic....................................... 342 1318 Dr Y.S. Tosun, Specialist Orthodontist Dubai London Clinic, Al Wasl Rd Branch...... 378 2921 Dr Gilda Behnam (Orthodontist) Just White Dental Clinic, JBR........................ 399 8440 Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Prem Nanda, Orthodontist & Implantologist ORTHOPAEDISTS Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 Dr Hans-Joachim Poessel, Consultant in Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Dr Ibraheem Saleh Hijazi, Consultant Orthopedic American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6553 Dr Ghazwan Maki, Sp. Orthopaedic Dr Tarek Abuzakuk, Sp. Orthopaedic Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Tabet Ahmed Al Sadek Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon Connector DECEMBER | 19
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Odyssey Nursery...................... 348 8805/ 056 600 7657 French, English & Arabic, 7:30am-6pm, 4mths - 4yrs www.odysseynursery.com Royal Beach Nursery................ 394 8181/ 050 738 4811 www.rbnursery.com Small Steps Nursery Mirdif............................. 288 3347 Email: smallstepsnursery@hotmail.com The Blossom Nursery............................ 055 NURSERY Academic City, Downtown Dubai, Umm Suqeim & Umm Al Sheif. 6mo-6yrs, British Curriculum, transportation offered Toddler Town British Nursery...... www.toddlertown.ae JBR.............................. 452 8080; E: jbr@toddlertown.ae Jumeirah.............452 8080; E: jumeirah@toddlertown.ae
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Al Safa Early Learning Center Tel no: 342 9575; Email: newsafanursery@gmail.com Branch Tel no: 344 3878; safakindergartennursery@gmail.com Basateen Pre-School Centre....................... 06 506 7717 British Orchard Nurseries.. 800-PRESCHOOL /398 3536 Bur Dubai, Jumeirah, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai Media City, Deira, JBR www.britishorchardnursery.com Children's Oasis Nursery...............348 8981 / 379 0790 2m - 4 yrs, flexible schedule, following EYFS Emirates British Nursery, Mirdif..................... 288 9222 Umm Sequim.....348 9996, Motorcity............... 567 6555 First Steps Nursery Montessori....348 6301 / 348 6302 www.firststepsnm.com; firststepsnm@gmail.com Jebel Ali Village Nurseries JBR Branch..................................................424 3791 / 2 Meadows Branch............................................... 422 4222 Arabian Ranches Branch................................... 368 9882 Lakes................................................................. 454 8404 Al Furjan Branch........................................ 056 101 9888 www.jebelalinursery.com Kid’s Island Cocoon Nursery group, Jumeirah 3............ ...............................................................394 2578 / 9394 From 12 MThs www.kidsislandnursery.com Ladybird Nursery, Jumeirah - 1........................ 344 1011 Ladybird Nursery, Umm Suqeim - 3................ 346 5240
Dr Humeira Badsha Medical Center.............. 385 6009 Dr William Murrell, Specialist Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, American Board Certified Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Kutaiba Salman, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Mohammed Ashfaq Konchwalla, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital, Dubai.......... .......................................................................... 376 8400 Dr Chris Whately, Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Imtiaz Hashmi, Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Anwar Sadath, Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Barry McKillop, Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Simone Batiibugli, Specialist Paediatric Orthopaedic Dr Maan Taba, Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Salman Farrukh Hameed, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Azzam Fayyad, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Nikola Vagic, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Sripathi Rao, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Benjamin Joseph, Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Anand Gorva, Paediatric Orthpaedic Surgeon Dr Ahmad Shukri Issa, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Ehab Saad Mostafa, Specialist Internal Medicine – Rheumatology Dr Mohamed Abdelrhman Elzaki, General Practitioner Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7761 / 315 7814 Dr Matthias Honl, Specialist Orthopaedic Dr Hussam Abdul Kader, Specialist Orthopaedic PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY American Dental Clinic, Dubai.. 344 0668/ 800TEETH Dr Grace Miled Eid, Specialist Paediatric Dentist (Lebanon) Dr Rafif Tayara, Specialist Paediatric Dentist (Canada) Just White Dental Clinic, JBR......................... 399 8440 Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Lubab Jassim Mohammed, Paedodontist PAEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY Dr Mazen Pediatric Speciality Clinic Motor City......374 6862 / 055 514 8114 / 050 644 8862 Medgate Center ( Jumeirah)..... 395 2575 / 050 644 8862 Dr Mazen Abou Chaaban, Consultant Paediatrician & Pediatric Nephrologist. E: drmazen@drmazenpediatric.com PAEDIATRIC NEUROLOGIST American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology.. 314 1000 Dr Imad Yassin Consultant Paediatrics/ Neurology Div. PAEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY / HEMATOLOGY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6369 Dr N. Mahgoub, Cons. Pediatric Onc/Hem PAEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7761 / 315 7814 Dr Matthias Honl, Specialist Orthopaedic 20 | DECEMBER Connector
PAEDIATRIC SURGERY American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6488 Dr Hussein Naji, Specialist Pediatric Surgeon Dr Jaouni Wasfi, FRCS Ed, FACS.................. 295 0660 Consultant Paediatric Surgeon General Paediatric Surgery & Paediatric Urology PAEDIATRIC UROLOGY Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ)........... .......................................................................... 268 5333 PAEDIATRICIAN Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Mohamed Ahmed Al Khojai Specialist Pediatrician Dr Abdul Hamid Alsager Specialist Pediatrician Dr Wasfi Jaouni Consultant Pediatric Surgeon Dr Mazen Pediatric Speciality Clinic Motor City......374 6862 / 055 514 8114 / 050 644 8862 Medgate Center ( Jumeirah)..... 395 2575 / 050 644 8862 Dr Mazen Abou Chaaban, Consultant Paediatrician & Pediatric Nephrologist. E: drmazen@drmazenpediatric.com Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Fakhri Azzam, Specialist Paediatrics Dr Mustafa Mohamed Helmi, Consultant Paediatrics Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Hala Marouf, Consultant Paediatrician & Specialist Neonatologist Dr Issam Abd Albari, Specialist Neonatologist Dr S. M Anees, Specialist Paediatrician Dr Indira Tahmiscija Bakija, Specialist Paediatrician Dr Hisham Maree Khalil, Specialist Paediatrician Dr Nasma Karawi, Specialist Paediatrician PAEDIATRICS Treatment of all childhood illness; Assessment of growth and development; Immunisation; Kidney diseases in children and bedwetting. Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 Dr Riham Ammar, Specialist Paediatrics American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6488 Dr Abed Aydin, Specialist Pediatrician Dr Omer Ahmed, Consultant Pediatrician Dr S. Kalyanasundaram, Specialist Pediatrician Dr Rim Albalkhi, Specialist Pediatrician Dr Ishfaq Naeem, Specialist Pediatrician City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Samina Ajmal, Specialist Paediatrics Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 PARENTING Hissah Enrichment Center....................... 052 983 3111 PARTY SOLUTIONS Crash-in-Castles LLC.............................. 050 652 4769 www.connector.ae
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PERIODONTOLOGY (Gum Treatment) American Dental Clinic, Dubai.. 344 0668/ 800TEETH British Dental Clinic....................................... 342 1318 Dr Mehnaz Kamali, Consultant Periodontist & Implantologist (UK) Dubai London Clinic, Al Wasl Rd Branch...... 378 2921 Dr Geoffrey Sharpe, Periodontist
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American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology.. 314 1000 www.americancenteruae.com Dr Mohammad Said Hafez Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Hanan Hussein Specialist Psychiatrist (Child & Adult) Dr Saiqa Ismail Specialist Psychiatrist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Bahar Subasi Celen Specialist Psychiatrist Dr Amer Saadeddin................. 507 8000 / 050 455 8886 Specialist Psychiatrist, Dubai Community Health Centre Medcare Hospital, Dubai...800MEDCARE (6332273) PSYCHOLOGISTS American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology.. 314 1000 www.americancenteruae.com Dr Maha Nasrallah Specialized in Psychosexual Counselling Dr Faranak Nowbakht Clinical Psychologist Mr. Mohammad Fraij Clinical Psychotherapist Ms. Raina Hadden Marriage & Family Psychotherapist Ms. Karine Bekhazi Clinical Psychologist Ms. Carine El Khazen Hadati Clinical Psychologist
Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Clinic..349 6333 Dr Valeria Risoli, Clinical Psychologist (ITALY) Hissah Enrichment Center....................... 052 983 3111 Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Dr Andrea Tosatto PULMONOLOGISTS (Respiratory Diseases) American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6893 Dr E. Kowatli, Specialist Internal Med. Dr Rashid Nadeem, Sp. Internal Med. Pulm. RADIATION ONCOLOGY American Hospital Dubai................................ 336 7777 Dr Salim Rassou, Cons. Radiation Onco. Dr Lillian Lily Shakibnia, Sp. Radiation Onco. Gulf International Cancer Center............ 050 666 4625 Dr Aly Abdel Razek, FACRO RADIOLOGY Al Das Medical Clinic, Palm Jumeirah............ 452 9998 Al Tadawi Medical Centre............................... 299 9626 Open MRI, Muti Slice CT, X Ray, Mammography, Ultrasound, Cardiac Doppler Dr Binu Jose, Specialist Radiologist Mr. Biju Philip, Chief Radiographer American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6643 Dr Shah Numani, Consultant Nuclear Med. Dr Raouf Bessifi, Specialist Radiologist Dr K. Kantawala, Specialist Radiologist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Hany Moustafa Afifi Consultant Radiologist 22 | DECEMBER Connector
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URINARY INCONTINENCE Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ)..268 5333 UROLOGIST Abbara Poly Clinic........................................... 268 5333 Dr Ismail Abbara (Frankfurt Univ) Al Tadawi Medical Centre............................... 299 9626 Dr Jamal Jamil, Specialist Urologist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Dr Dawood Mohammed Specialist Urologist City Centre Clinic............................................ 205 2777 Dr Jmal Jamil, Specialist Urologist Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr Essa Kazim, Consultant Urologist Dr Mohammaed Istarabadi, Consultant Urologist Medcare Hospital, Dubai....800MEDCARE (6332273) Dr Foroozan Khezri, Specialist Urologist Neuro Spinal Hospital...................315 7877 / 315 7876 Dr Ramiz Atassi, Specialist Urology Synergy Integrated Medical Centre................ 348 5452 Dr Adham Alameddin VARICOSE VEINS Dubai London Clinic & Speciality Hospital.... 800 352 Dr J.C. Mathias, Specialist General Surgery Dr Mohamed Usman Shaikh, Specialist General Surgery VASECTOMY Abbara Poly Clinic, Dr Abbara (Frankfurt Univ)..268 5333 VETERINARY CLINICS USVC - Umm Suqeim Veterinary Centre www.usvetcentre.com ; 056 320 5660 / 056 320 5644 Dr Malcolm EJ Rose, BVSc MACVSc MRCVS (UK) Dr Monique Strange, BVSc MACVSc MRCVS (Aus) Dr Scott McDougall, BVMS MRCVS (UK) Dr Christopher Queen, BSc BVSc MRCVS (UK) Dr Scott Mersch, BVSc (Hons1) MRCVS (Aus) Dr Anna Crossa, D vet Med (UK/Ch) Dr Julia Kekwick, BVSc MRCVS (SA) Dr Adri Rossouw, BVSc (SA) Dubai's ONLY 24 hour clinic Connector DECEMBER | 23
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SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPIST American Hospital Dubai................................ 377 6450 Ghada Ajamieh, Speech Therapist Belhoul European Hospital L.L.C.................. 345 7500 Mrs. Houria Bey Speech Therapist Dubai Physiotherapy & Family Medicine Clinic..349 6333 Viviane Cappellari, Speech Therapist (Brazil) Kalimati Speech & Communication Center.. 283 9196 Mirdif Center for Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Uptown Mirdif Dubai....................................... 255 9297 Shatha Ahmad Al Nassar - MSc. Speech Therapist Nusaiba Sallam - Speech Therapist Neuro Spinal Hospital..................................... 315 7834 Pallavi Malik, Speech Therapist Rashid Paediatric Therapy Centre................... 340 0005
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DUBAI DINING DIRECTORY AFRO - PORTUGUESE Nando’s (Peri-Peri), Al Rigga Road ................. 2211992 Nando’s (Peri-Peri), Arabian Center................ 2845678 Nando’s (Peri-Peri), Delivery Hotline.......... 600542525 Nando’s (Peri-Peri), Dubai Mall....................... 4340190 Nando’s (Peri-Peri), Shk. Zayed Rd................. 3212000 Nando’s (Peri-Peri), The Greens....................... 3608080 Nando’s (Peri-Peri), Downtown Burj Khalifa... 4224882 AL FRESCO Barasti, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi..................... 3993333 Beach Bar and Grill, The One & Only ............. 3999999 Capanna Nuova, Dubai Marine Beach Resort.. 3461111 Dhow & Anchor, Jumeirah Beach Hotel.......... 3480000 Luciano’s, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa ......... 3995000 CLC Medzo, Wafi Pyramids ................................. 3244100 Meridien Village Terrace, Le Meridien Dubai.2824040 Pierchic, Al Qasr Hotel .................................... 3668888 QD’s, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club............ 2956000 Rooftop Terrace, Movenpick Hotel ................. 3366000 CLC Seville’s, Wafi ............................................. 3247300 Sho Cho’s, Dubai Marine Beach Resort............ 3461111 Thai Bistro, Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa .3461111 The Boardwalk, Dubai Creek & Yacht Club .... 2956000 The Irish Village, Aviation Club ...................... 2824750 The Meat Company, Souk Madinat Jumeirah... 3686040 AMERICAN Asado, The Palace, The Old Town Dubai......... 4287888 Beyond El Rancho, Marco Polo Hotel ............. 2720000 Billy Blues, Chelsea Plaza Hotel ...................... 3982272 Boston Bar, Jumeirah Rotana Hotel ................. 3455888 Chilli’s, BurJuman............................................. 3522900 Chilli’s, City Centre.......................................... 2959559 Chilli’s, Garhoud............................................... 2828484 Chilli’s, Internet City......................................... 3901495 Chilli’s, Jumeirah............................................... 3441300 Fuddruckers, Opposite India Palace ................ 2827771 Go West, Jumeirah Beach Hotel ...................... 3480000 Henry J Beans, Capitol Hotel ........................... 3458350 Jambase, Souk Madinat Jumeirah...................... 3666730 Johnny Rockets................................................. 3682339 Johnny Rockets, Dubai Mall ............................ 4341526 Johnny Rockets, Mall of the Emirates.............. 3412380 Johnny Rockets, Opp. Jumeirah Centre ........... 3447859 La Parilla, Jumeirah Beach Hotel ..................... 4068999 Loca, Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa......... 3461111 Manhattan Grill, Grand Hyatt Hotel .............. 3171234 Maria Bonita’s Taco Shop................................ 8853188 Planet Hollywood, Wafi City .......................... 3244777 Ponderosa Steakhouse ..................................... 2953527 Roadster Diner.................................................. 4243983 Rock Bottom Café, Regent Palace Hotel.......... 3963888 TGI Friday’s, Crowne Plaza Hotel .................. 3318010 ARABIC / LEBANESE Abdulwahab & Abdulwahab, Souk al Bahar.4230988 / 89 26 | DECEMBER Connector
Ahlan Lounge, Arabian Courtyard ................... 3519111 Ajwa, Millennium Airport Hotel....................... 2823464 Al Basha, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa .......... 3995000 Al Dana, Riviera Hotel ..................................... 2222131 Al Diwan, Metropolitan Palace Hotel .............. 2270000 Al Fardous, Sheraton Deira Hotel .................... 2688888 Al Hadheerah, Bab Al Shams ........................... 8096100 Al Iwan, Burj Al Arab Hotel ............................ 3017600 Al Khaima, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort . 3995555 Al Khayal, Jumeirah Beach Hotel...................... 3480000 Al Mandaloun, DIFC....................................... 3637474 Al Mansour Dhow, Radisson Blu Hotel........... 2227171 Al Mijana, Le Meridien Dubai ......................... 2824040 Al Muna, Souk Madinat Jumeirah..................... 3668888 Al Nafoorah, Jumeirah Emirates Towers.......... 3300000 Al Qasr, Dubai Marine Beach Resort................ 3461111 Al Sultan Brahim.............................................. 7011111 Al Tannour, Crowne Plaza ............................... 3311111 Awafi, JW Marriott Hotel, Deira....................... 2624444 Awtar, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Bur Dubai.............. 3171234 Ayam Zaman, Royal Ascot Hotel...................... 3558500 Baladna, Wafi.................................................... 3246444 Bastakiah Nights, Bur Dubai............................ 3537772 Bazerkhan, Capitol Hotel................................. 3460111 Butterfly, Carlton Tower Hotel ........................ 2227111 Café Arabesque, Park Hyatt Hotel.................... 3172222 Ewaan, The Palace, Old Town Dubai................ 4287951 Kabab-Ji ............................................................ 4370122 Kanzaman, Dubai Heritage Village .................. 3937151 Karam Beirut, Mall of the Emirates.................. 3412204 Khan Murjan .................................................... 3279795 Khater, Karama ................................................. 3344334 Lebanese Village Restaurant............................ 3522522 Levantine, Atlantis ........................................... 4262626 Local House, Bastakia Quarter ......................... 3532288 Mazaj, Century Village...................................... 2829952 Mezza House..................................................... 4205444 Mir Amin, Opposite Jumeirah Beach Park ....... 3449921 Na3 Na3, The Address, The Dubai Mall............ 4388888 Olive House ..................................................... 3433110 Reem Al Bawadi, Beach Road........................... 3947444 Sarai................................................................... 4380640 Wafi Gourmet, Wafi City................................. 3244433 Xennya, Holiday Inn ........................................ 3234333 XVA, Bastakia Quarter ..................................... 3535383 ARGENTINIAN / LATINO Asado, The Palace, The Old Town Dubai.......... 4287971 La Parilla, Jumeirah Beach Hotel ..................... 3480000 Malecon, Dubai Marine Beach Resort ............. 3461111 Pachanga, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah.................... 3991111 ASIAN Blades................................................................ 7011128 Eau Zone, The One & Only Royal Mirage ...... 3999999 Ginseng, Vietnamese, Wafi City ...................... 3244777 Hana, Asian fusion, Riviera Hotel..................... 2222131 www.connector.ae
AUSTRALIAN Yalumba, Le Meridien Dubai ........................... 2170000 BAR FOOD Barasti, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi..................... 3993333 Belgian Beer Café, Crowne Plaza..................... 7012222 Belgian Beer Café, Grand Millenium Dubai, TECOM. .......................................................................... 429 9999 Bussola, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi................... 3993333 CLC Carters, Wafi City......................................... 3240000 Cin Cin, Fairmont Hotel .................................. 3118316 Harry’s Place, Renaissance Dubai Hotel ......... 2625555 Harvesters, Crown Plaza Dubai........................ 3311111 Jambase, Souk Madinat Jumeirah...................... 3668888 La Casa del Habano.......................................... 3303308 Left Bank, Souk al Bahar................................... 3684501 Oscar’s Vine Society, Crowne Plaza Dubai....... 3311111 QD’s, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club............ 2956000 The Agency, Souk Madinat Jumeirah ............... 3666730 The Cellar, Century Village............................... 2829333 The Terrace, Park Hyatt .................................. 6021234 Trader Vic’s, Mai Tail Lounge, Al Fattan Tower.. 3998993 Trader Vic’s, Souk Madinat Jumeirah .............. 3665646 CLC Vintage, Wafi .............................................. 3244100 BRITISH Barzar, Souk Madinat Jumeirah........................ 3666730 Fish & Chips Room ......................................... 4270443 Rhodes Mezzanine, Grosvenor House Hotel .. 3998888 Rivington Grill, Souk al Bahar ........................ 4230903 The Plaice, Century Village .............................. 2868233
Chinese Pavillion, Jumeira Beach Centre ........ 3444432 Chopstix, Marco Polo Hotel ............................. 2720000 Da Shi Dai ........................................................ 4264636 Duck King, Beach Park Plaza Centre ............... 3428041 Dynasty, Ramada Hotel, Bur Dubai.................. 3519999 Emperor, Capitol Hotel, Satwa......................... 3460111 Golden Dragon Restaurant, Internet City....... 3911480 Golden Dragon Restauran, Jebel Ali Free Zone...8815242 Hukama, The Address Downtown.................... 4368888 Lan Kwai-Fong, Opposite Movenpick Hotel .. 3353680 Long Yin, Le Meridien Dubai .......................... 2824040 CLC Mandarin Tree Restaurant............................ 4475022 Mini Chinese, Al Diyafah Street ...................... 3459976 Noodle Bowl ..................................................... 3453381 Peacock, Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort ....... 3995533 RED Lounge Terrace, Raffles Dubai................ 3248888 Shang Palace, Shangri-La Hotel ...................... 3438888 Summer Place, Metropolitan Palace Hotel ...... 3430000 The China Club, Radisson Blu Hotel................ 2057333 The Noble House, Raffles Hotel ...................... 3149888 Zheng He’s, Madinat Jumeirah......................... 3668888 CLC Zyng Asian Grill, Ibn Battuta Mall ............... 3669808 CLC
FILIPINO Barrio Fiesta, Bur Juman............................... 3594158 Delmon.............................................................. 3369561 Kabalen Restaurant .......................................... 3978839
FRENCH Bistro Domino, Deira City Centre................. 2925000 Bistro Madeleine, Intercontinental Hotel......... 7011111 Café Chic, Le Meridien Dubai ......................... 2824040 Entrecôte Café de Paris, Al Khaleej Hotel....... 2231000 Le Classique, Emirates Golf Club ................... 3802222 Margaux, Souk Al Bahar................................... 4397555 P2, Souk Madinat Jumeirah............................... 3666730 Reflets Par Pierre Gagnaire.............................. 7011111 Rive Gauche, The Address Dubai Marina......... 4367777 Rostang, The French Brasserie, Atlantis............ 4262626 Signatures, Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa .......... 8836000 CLC St. Tropez Bistro, Century Village ................ 2869029 Traiteur, Park Hyatt Hotel ............................... 3172222 Verre, Hilton Dubai Creek ............................... 2127551 CLC
BUFFET Bamboo Lagoon, JW Marriott Hotel ............... 6077977 Beachcombers, Jumeirah Beach Hotel.............. 4068999 Dunes Café, Shangri-La Hotel ......................... 3438888 Dusit Delicatessen, Dusit Thani Hotel ............ 3433333 Flavours on Two, Towers Rotana Hotel .......... 3438000 Market Place, JW Marriott Hotel..................... 2624444 Meridien Village, Le Meridien Dubai .............. 2824040 Spectrum on One, Fairmont Hotel .................. 3325555 Spice Island, Renaissance Dubai Hotel ............ 2625555 Tahiti, Polynesian, Metropolitan Palace Hotel .2270000
FRIDAY BRUNCHES Al Muna, Mina A’Salam Hotel......................... 3666730 Al Qasr Hotel.................................................... 3666730 Al Samadi Café.................................................. 4329520 Amwaj, Shangri-la Hotel................................... 4052703 Anise, Intercontinental Hotel............................ 7011111 Aquara Restaurant & Lounge.......................... 3627900 Bamboo Lagoon, JW Marriott Hotel ............... 6077977 Beachcombers, Jumeirah Beach Hotel.............. 4068999 Belgian Beer Café, Crowne Plaza..................... 7012222 Benjarong, Dusit Dubai ................................... 3433333 Bice Mare, Souk Al Bahar................................. 4230982 CHINESE Boston Bar, Jumeirah Rotana Hotel ................. 3455888 Chimes Restaurant............................................ 3234211 Boulvar, Radisson Blu Hotel............................. 2227171 China Sea, Al Maktoum Street ........................ 2959816 Brasserie, Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa.3165550 China Times, Jumeirah Plaza............................ 3442930 CLC Carters, Wafi City......................................... 3240000 www.connector.ae
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Hoi An, Shangri-La Hotel ................................ 3438888 Japengo, Dubai Mall.......................................... 4341433 Japengo, Mall of the Emirates........................... 3411671 Japengo, Palm Strip........................................... 3454979 Japengo, Sheikh Zayed Road............................. 3435028 Japengo, Souk Madinat Jumeirah...................... 3686575 Lotus One, Convention Tower......................... 3293200 Mun Chi, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa .......... 3995000 Noshi Noshi, Opposite Jumeirah Beach Park .. 3443377 Toshi Grand Millenium Dubai, TECOM ..... 429 9999 White Orchid, Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa ..... 8836000
Certo, Radisson Blu Hotel ................................ 3669111 Choices, Al Bustan Rotana................................ 2820000 Cucina, Courtyard by Marriott.......................... 8852222 CLC Dakshin, Lotus Hotel ................................... 2278888 Double Decker, Al Murooj Rotana ................. 3211111 Esca, Qamardeen Hotel .................................... 4285923 Ewaan, The Palace, Old Town Dubai............... 4287888 Fazaris, The Address Downtown ..................... 4368888 Fibber Magee’s ................................................. 3322400 Focaccia, Hyatt Regency Hotel ........................ 3172222 Glasshouse Brasserie, Hilton Dubai Creek ..... 2127551 Grand Grill, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa...... 3994221 Hofbrauhaus, JW Marriott Hotel .................... 6077977 Icon Bar & Lounge, Radisson Blu Hotel ......... 3669111 Latitude, Jumeirah Beach Hotel ....................... 4068999 Legends Steakhouse, Creek Golf & Yacht Club .2956000 Locker Room, Golden Tulip............................. 3417750 Mango Tree, Souk Al Bahar.............................. 4267313 Market Café, Grand Hyatt Dubai..................... 3172222 Market Place, JW Marriott Hotel..................... 6077009 Marrakech, Shangri-La Hotel........................... 4052703 Mays El-Reem, JW Marriott Hotel.................. 6077009 Momotaro, Souk Al Bahar................................ 4257976 More.................................................................. 2830224 More, Al Murooj Rotana................................... 3433779 More, Gold & Diamond Park........................... 3234350 Nelson’s, Media Rotana Hotel, Tecom............. 4350000 Nineteen, The Address Montgomerie............... 3905600 Oceana Restaurant, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah..... 3182540 Olive Tree, Flora Creek Hotel.......................... 2943532 Palm Garden, Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort .3995533 CLC Planet Hollywood......................................... 3244100 Player’s Lounge, Country Club Hotel............... 3988840 Prego’s Media Rotana Hotel, Tecom............... 4350000 Rock Bottom Café, Regent Palace Hotel.......... 3963888 Saffron, Atlantis................................................. 4262626 Sezzam, Kempinski Hotel ................................ 4095999 Spectrum on One, Fairmont Hotel .................. 3118316 Spendido, Ritz Carlton...................................... 3994000 Spice Island, Renaissance Dubai Hotel ............ 2625555 CLC Thai Chi, Wafi ............................................. 3244100 Thai Kitchen, Park Hyatt Hotel ....................... 3172222 The Atrium, Grand Millennium Hotel ............. 4299999 The Cellar, Century Village............................... 2829333 The Conservatory, Emirates Golf Club............. 3802222 The Med, Media One Hotel ............................. 4271000 The Observatory, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel.3194000 The Terrace, Deira Hotel .................................. 2688888 The Warehouse, Le Meridien Dubai ................ 2170000 Thyme, Oasis Beach Tower................................ 3154200 Traiteur, Park Hyatt Hotel ............................... 3172222 Waxy O’Conner’s, The Ascot Hotel ................. 3520900 Westin Hotel .................................................... 5117136 Yalumba, Le Meridien Dubai ........................... 2170000 Zuma ................................................................. 4255660
GREEK Elia, Majestic Hotel Tower................................ 5012692
INDIAN 25 Degrees North Restaurant........................... 4527779 Aangan, Dhow Palace Hotel............................. 3599992 Al Shindagah, Metropolitan Palace Hotel ........ 2270000 Antique Bazaar, Four Points Sheraton ............. 3977444 Aryaas, Nakheel Building.................................. 3355776 CLC Asha’s, Wafi Pyramids................................... 3244100 Ashaya (Karama)................................................ 3365339 Ashiana, Sheraton Dubai Creek........................ 2071733 Barbecue Delights, Movenpick Hotel............... 3490711 Bollywood Café, Regal Plaza Hotel .................. 3556633 Bombay By The Bay, The Walk......................... 4297979 Calicut Paragon................................................. 3358700 Casa Goa, Palm Beach Rotana Inn ................... 3931999 Chutney’s Movenpick Hotel ............................ 3104340 Coconut Grove, Rydges Plaza Hotel, .............. 3983800 CLC Dakshin, Lotus Hotel ................................... 2278888 CLC D’Fusion, Grandeur Hotel ............................ 3418777 Dhadkhan, Carlton Tower Hotel ..................... 2227111 Dhamaal, Seashell Inn Hotel ............................ 3934777 Gazebo, Kuwait Street....................................... 3958555 Govindas, Palace Hotel .................................... 3960088 Handi, Palace Hotel ......................................... 2113020 Haveli, Imperial Suites Hotel ........................... 3515100 Indego, Grosvenor House Hotel ..................... 3998888 India House, Al Hisn Street, Bur Dubai .......... 3526006 India Palace Restaurant, Al Garhoud .............. 2869600 India Palace Restaurant, Ibn Battuta Mall....... 3685567 Indian Pavillion, Spinney’s Centre, Um Suqueim.3941483 Iz, Grand Hyatt Dubai...................................... 3172222 Jashan, White Crown Building, Shk. Zayed Rd. 3320202 Kamat, Kuwait Street........................................ 3595441 Kebab Korner, Highland City Hotel................. 3938538 Keva, Nasr Leisureland...................................... 3344159 Khazana, Al Nasr Leisureland........................... 3360061 Manvaar............................................................. 3368332 Masala Craft, Century Village........................... 2829626 Masala, Jumeirah Bab Al Shams ....................... 8096100 Mercurries......................................................... 3700737 Mint Leaf of London, DIFC............................ 7060900 Mithaas, Rolla Road.......................................... 3591300 Mohanlal’s Taste Buds, Fish Market, Karama.3362001 Mumtaz Mahal, Arabian Court Hotel ............. 3519111 Nalukettu, Grand Hotel, Al Ghusais................ 2632555 Nina, The One & Only Royal Mirage .............. 3999999 Options.............................................................. 3293293 Paratha King, Next to Baskin Robins............... 3979110 Planet Bollywood, Royal Ascot Hotel............... 3558500 Qureshi’s Kebab & Kurry, Country Club Hotel ..3988840 CLC Rasoi, Coral Deira, Dubai............................. 2248587 Spice Café, Town Centre Shopping Mall, ....... 3499951 Spice Lounge, Al Ghazal Mall ......................... 3453365 Sukh Sagar, Trade Centre Road ....................... 3967222 GERMAN Tandoori, Ibn Battuta Mall .............................. 4233855 Brauhaus, Jumeirah Rotana Hotel .................... 3455888 CLC The Bombay, Marco Polo Hotel .................... 2720000 Der Keller, The Jumeirah Beach Hotel.............. 3480000 CLC The Kebab Connection, Gold Swiss-Belhotel.3019888 Hofbrauhaus, JW Marriott Hotel .................... 6077977 The Rupee Room, Marina Walk .................... 3905755 28 | DECEMBER Connector
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IRANIAN / PERSIAN Al Borz .............................................................. 3318777 Al Zumorrod, Carlton Tower Hotel ................ 2227111 Anar, Souk Madinat Jumeirah........................... 3688505 Iranian Club, Oud Metha Road........................ 3367700 Pars Iranian Kitchen, Wilson building,............ 3984000 Persia Persia, Wafi............................................ 3244100 Sarband, Century Village .................................. 2833891 Shabestan, Radisson Blu Hotel ........................ 2057333 Shabestan, The InterContinental Hotel ........... 2227171 Shahrzad, Hyatt Regency Hotel ....................... 2091200 Special Ostadi, Al Musalla Road .................... 3971933 ITALIAN Al Fresco, Crowne Plaza.................................... 3311111 Andiamo!, Grand Hyatt.................................... 3172222 Andiamo!, Grand Hyatt.................................... 3171234 CLC Bellucci, Wafi............................................... 3244100 Bice Mare, Souk Al Bahar................................. 4230982 BiCE, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah .......................... 3991111 CLC Biella, Wafi................................................... 3244666 Bussola, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi................... 3993333 Capanna Nuova, Dubai Marine Beach Resort .3461111 Carluccois’s, Dubai Mall .................................. 4341320 Carnevele, Jumeirah Beach Hotel .................... 3480000 Casa Mia, Le Meridien Dubai .......................... 2824040 Cavalli Club, Fairmont Hotel .......................... 3329260 Centimetro, Souk Madinat Jumeirah................ 3666730 Certo, Radisson Blu Hotel ................................ 4355000 Ciro’s Pomodoro, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi ... 3993333 Come Prima, Al Bustan Rotana Hotel, Garhoud.2820000 Cubo Pasta, Ibis Hotel ..................................... 3324444 Cucina, Courtyard by Marriott.......................... 8852222 Cucina, JW Marriott Hotel, Deira.................... 2624444 Da Vinci’s, Millennium Airport Hotel ............. 7039123 Dante, Grand Millennium Dubai, Tecom........ 4299999 Don Corleone, The Metropolitan Hotel .......... 3430000 Focaccia, Hyatt Regency Hotel ........................ 2091234 Frankies Italian Bar & Grill ............................ 3994311 Gusto, The Palm................................................ 4309466 Il Rustico, Rydges Plaza Hotel ......................... 3982222 La Moda @ Media City..................................... 3669111 La Traviata, Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa ......... 8836000 La Veranda, Movenpick Hotel, Bur Dubai....... 3366000 La Vinga, Century Village................................. 2820030 Connector DECEMBER | 29
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INTERNATIONAL Al Dawaar, Hyatt Regency Dubai..................... 3172222 CLC Al Nafoorah, Coral Deira, Dubai................... 2248587 Al Samar Lounge, Souk Madinat Jumeirah...... 3668888 Anise, Intercontinental Hotel............................ 7011111 Arboretum, Souq Madinat Jumeirah................. 3668888 Armoury Lounge, Souq Madinat Jumeirah....... 3668888 Aspen Café, Kempinski Hotel, MOE .............. 3413600 Aspen Café, Kempinski Hotel, MOE .............. 4095999 Atrium, Capitol Hotel, Bur Dubai.................... 3460111 Bab Al Yam, Burj Al Arab Hotel ...................... 3017777 Barasti, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi .................... 3993333 Baywatch, Sheraton Jumeirah Hotel ................. 3995533 Blue Orange, Westin Hotel............................... 3994141 Boulvar, Radisson Blu Hotel ............................ 2057333 Bussola, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi................... 3993333 Café Insignia, Ramada Hotel ........................... 3519999 Cascades, The Fairmont Hotel ......................... 3325555 Celebrities, The One & Only Royal Mirage, ... 3999999 Choices, Al Bustan Rotana................................ 2820000 Da Gama, Century Village ............................... 2823636 Dar ElKamar.............................. 800 elkamar (3552627) Elements Café Restaurant, Wafi City.............. 3244252 Ember, The Address Dubai Mall....................... 4388888 Epicure.............................................................. 6029333 Evory Lounge, Kempinski Hotel, .................... 3413600 Fazaris, The Address Downtown ...................... 4368888 Flavours on Two, Towers Rotana Hotel .......... 3438000 Flavours on Two, Towers Rotana Hotel .......... 3438000 Fountain, Movenpick Hotel ............................. 3366000 Glasshouse Brasserie, Hilton Dubai Creek ..... 2271111 Glasshouse Brasserie, Hilton Dubai Creek ..... 2127551 Inferno Grill, Marina Walk............................... 3689193 Jeema, Hatta Fort Hotel, Hatta......................... 8523211 K Grill, Kempinski Hotel.................................. 4095999 Kaleidoscope, The Palm.................................... 4262626 Khaymat Al Bahar, Souk Madinat Jumeirah..... 3668888 La Baie, Ritz Carlton ........................................ 3994000 La Cite, City Centre Hotel, Deira..................... 2941222 La Fontana, Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa ......... 8836000 La Marguerite, Carlton Tower Dubai .............. 2227111 Latitude, Jumeirah Beach Hotel ....................... 3480000 Le Gourmand, Ibis Hotel ................................. 3324444 Le Rendevouz, Taj Palace Hotel ...................... 2232222 Market Café, Grand Hyatt Dubai..................... 3172222 Mazina, The Address Dubai Marina.................. 4367777 Oceana, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah ....................... 3991111 Pisces, Souk Madinat Jumeirah......................... 3668888 CLC Planet Hollywood, Wafi................................ 3244100 Rhodes Mezzanine, Grosvenor House Hotel .. 3998888 Saffron, Atlantis................................................. 4262626 Salmontini, Mall of the Emirates...................... 3410222 SeaBreeze, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort .. 3995555 CLC Senses, Gold Swiss - Belhotel Dubai.............. 3019888 Shoo Fee Ma Fee, Souk Madinat Jumeirah....... 3668888 Spectrum on One, Fairmont Hotel .................. 3118316 Tang, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi ..................... 3993333
Teatro, Towers Rotana Hotel ........................... 3438000 The 25th, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa .......... 3995000 The Boardwalk, Dubai Creek & Yacht Club .... 2956000 The Explorer, Marco Polo Hotel ...................... 2720000 The Junction, Traders Hotel.............................. 4259889 The Kitchen, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Deira........ 2091234 The Rotisserie, The One & Only Royal Mirage .3999999 Verre, Hilton Dubai Creek ............................... 2271111 CLC Vintage, Wafi .............................................. 3240000 Vista Rooftop, Holiday Inn Express ................ 4275500 Vu’s, Emirates Towers Hotel ............................ 3300000 Warehouse, Le Meridien Dubai ....................... 2170000 Waves, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi ................... 3993333 World Trade Club, Dubai World Trade Centre .. 3097979
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The Spice Club, Le Meridien Fairway .............. 6085000 Zaika, Al Marooj Rotana .................................. 3211111
Le Dune Pizzeria, Bab Al Shams ..................... 8096100 Luciano’s, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa.......... 3995000 Mama Oliva, Festival Centre............................ 2328622 Marzano, Al Manzil Hotel................................ 4201136 CLC Medzo, Wafi City ......................................... 3240000 Mosaico, Emirates Towers Hotel ..................... 3300000 Ossigeno, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort..... 3995555 Pax Romana, Dusit Thani Dubai ...................... 3433333 Prego’s Media Rotana Hotel, Tecom............... 4350000 Ronda Locatelli, Atlantis ................................. 4262626 Segreto, Madinat Jumeirah................................ 3666730 Spendido, Ritz Carlton...................................... 3994000 Stefano’s, Marina Walk .................................... 4222632 The Conservatory, Emirates Golf Club............. 3802222 Toscana, Madinat Jumeirah............................... 3668888 Verdi, Taj Palace Hotel ..................................... 2232222 Verdi, Taj Palace Hotel .................................... 2113020 Vivaldi, Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers.2071717
KOREAN Dae Jung Kum, Royal Ascot Hotel ................... 3558500 Mannaland Korean Restaurant, Mina Road.... 3451300 Miyabi Sushi & Bento..3868444 / 800 649224 / 800 678744 Silla, Ramada Continental Hotel, Deira............ 2662666
JAPANESE Benihana, Al Bustan Rotana............................. 2820000 Bento-Ya............................................................ 3430222 Café Sushi, Fairmont Hotel ............................. 3118316 Creekside, Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers.. 2071750 Creekside, Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers.. 2281111 ET Sushi, Emirates Towers Hotel.................... 3300000 Haru, Emirates Road......................................... 8853897 Kiku, Le Meridien Dubai ................................. 2170000 Kiku, Le Meridien Dubai ................................. 2824040 Kisaku, Al Khaleej Palace Hotel ....................... 2231000 Manga, Beach Park Plaza Centre...................... 3428300 Minato, Raddison Blu Hotel............................. 2227171 Minato, Radisson Blu Hotel ............................. 2057333 Miyabi Sushi & Bento..3868444 / 800 649224 / 800 678744 Miyako, Hyatt Regency Hotel........................... 3172222 Miyako, Hyatt Regency Hotel........................... 2096717 Nobu, Atlantis................................................... 4262626 Noodle Sushi..................................................... 3211500 Okku, Monarch Dubai...................................... 5018777 Sakura, Crowne Plaza Hotel.............................. 3311111 Sakura, Taj Palace Hotel .................................. 2232222 Sho Cho’s, Dubai Marine Beach Resort............ 3461111 Sumibiya, Radisson Blu Hotel .......................... 2227171 Sumibiya, Radisson Blu Hotel .......................... 2057333 Sumo Sushi and Bento ..................................... 3435566 Sushi Sushi, Century Village ............................ 2829908 Sushi, Grand Hyatt Hotel ................................ 3172222 Sushi Times, Media City.................................. 3910198 Teppanyaki House, Ramada Hotel .................. 3519999 Teppanyaki House, Ramada Hotel .................. 5061150 The Dhow, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi............... 3993333 Tokyo@ The Towers, Jumeirah Emirates Towers...3198088 Tokyo@ The Towers, Jumeirah Emirates Towers.3300000 Toshi, Grand Millennium Hotel ...................... 4299999 Wagamama, Al Fattan Towers.......................... 3995900 Yakitori House, Ascot Hotel ............................ 3520900 Yo! Sushi, BurJuman Shopping Mall................. 3594579 Zuma ................................................................. 4255660
MEXICAN / TEX - MEX Cactus Cantina, 1st Floor Wafi Pyramids ........ 3574441 Cactus Jacks, Millennium Airport Hotel........... 2823464 El Paso, Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa ... 3493455 Maria Bonita’s Taco Shop................................ 3954454 Maya, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa.3995555
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LATIN AMERICAN Parhanga, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah..................... 3182530 MEDITERRANEAN Finz, China Court, Ibn Battuta Mall ................ 3685620 Gozo Garden, Millennium Airport Hotel ........ 2823464 Lafeef Restaurant......................................... 06 5067844 Majlis Al Bahar, Burj Al Arab........................... 3017600 Olives, The One & Only Royal Mirage ............ 3999999 Sails, Renaissance Dubai Hotel ........................ 2625555 Sketch, Metropolitan Palace Hotel ................... 2270000 Thyme, Oasis Beach Tower................................ 3154200
MOROCCAN Almaz By Momo, Mall Of The Emirates.......... 4098877 Marrakesh, Shangri-La Hotel .......................... 3438888 Samari, Al Mina Road, near Capitol Hotel ...... 3454511 Shoo Fee Ma Fee, Souk Madinat Jumeirah....... 3668888 Tagine, The One&Only Royal Mirage Hotel ... 3999999 NOODLE BARS Noodle House, Emirates Towers Hotel ........... 3300000 Noodle House, Souk Madinat Jumeirah........... 3668888 Wagamama, Crowne Plaza Hotel .................... 3311111 Yum!, Radisson Blu Hotel, Deira....................... 2057333 PAKISTANI Baithal Ravi Restaurant, Al Musalla Road....... 3258090 Karachi Darbar, Al Musalla Road..................... 2723755 Ravi Restaurant ................................................ 3315353 PIZZA Bacchus, The Fairmont Hotel ........................... 3118000 Pizza Express..................................................... 3552424 Pizza Express..................................................... 3945616 Pizza Express..................................................... 4370171 POLYNESIAN Trader Vics, Crowne Plaza ............................... 3311111 Trader Vics, Madinat Jumeirah ........................ 3665646 PUB GRUB Aussie Legends Bar & Grill, Rydges Plaza Hotel.3982222 Biggles, Millennium Airport Hotel .................. 2823464 Boston Bar, Jumeirah Rotana Hotel ................. 3455888 Champions Sports Bar, JW Marriott Hotel .... 2624444 Chelsea Arms, Sheraton Dubai Creek, Deira.... 2071721 www.connector.ae
RUSSIAN Arbat Russian Club, Carlton Tower Hotel ...... 2227111 Bolshoi, Moscow Hotel Dubai.......................... 2288222 Nefertiti, Khalid Bin Waleed Street.................. 3558855 Russian Home, Near Lamcy Plaza ................... 3346050 Suvoroff, Jumeirah Beach Residence ................ 4370178 Troika, The Ascot Hotel, Bur Dubai................. 3520900 SEAFOOD Al Bandar, Heritage Village, Deira.................... 3939001 Al Mahara, Burj Al Arab................................... 3017600 Amwaj, Shangri-La Hotel ................................ 3438888 Aquarium, Dubai Creek ................................... 2956000 Beach Bar and Grill, The One & Only............. 3999999 Blue Fish Seafood Restaurant.......................... 2947744 Far East Seafood Market, Regent Palace Hotel. 3963888 Fish Basket, Movenpick Hotel ......................... 3367171 Fish Bazaar, Metropolitan Hotel ...................... 3430000 Fish Market, Radisson Blu Hotel, Deira........... 2057333 Flooka, Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa...... 3461111 La Baie, Ritz Carlton ........................................ 3994000 Mi Vida, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa.3995555 Ossiano, Atlantis .............................................. 4262626 Peppercrab, Grand Hyatt Hotel ....................... 3171234 Pierchic, Al Qasr Hotel .................................... 3668888 Pisces, Souk Madinat Jumeirah......................... 3668888 Sails, Renaissance Dubai Hotel ........................ 2625555 Sammach, Beach Centre Shopping Mall .......... 3494140 Sea World ......................................................... 3211500 Seafood Market, Le Meridien Dubai ............... 2824040 The Dhow, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi............... 3993333 The W Grill & Cocktail Terrace.................... 3244100 The Wharf, Madinat Jumeirah........................... 3668888 Waves, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi..................... 3993333 SOUTH - EAST ASIAN Beachcombers, Jumeirah Beach Hotel.............. 4068999 Benihana, Al Bustan Rotana............................. 2820000 Benjarong, Dusit Dubai ................................... 3433333 Buddha Bar, Grosvenor House Dubai ............. 3998888 Royal Orchid, Marina Walk............................. 3674040 Soy, Ibn Battuta Mall ........................................ 3685474 The Noodle Factory, Wafi ................................ 3244100 The Sapphire, Century Village ......................... 2868520 www.connector.ae
White Orchid, Jebel Ali Golf Resort & Spa .... 8145604 SPANISH Al Hambra, Souk Madinat Jumeirah................. 3668888 CLC Seville’s, Wafi............................................... 3247300 The Agency, Tapas, Emirates Towers............... 3198780 The Agency, Tapas, , Souk Madinat Jumeirah.. 3668888 STEAKHOUSES AND GRILLS American Dream, Seashell Inn Hotel .............. 3934777 Butcher Shop & Grill, Mall Of The Emirates.. 3471167 Entrecôte Café de Paris, Al Khaleej Palace Hotel.2231000 Fire & Ice, Raffles Dubai .................................. 3248888 Grand Grill, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa...... 3994221 Grill Room, Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort . 3995533 Hunters Room & Grill, Westin Hotel............. 3994141 JW’s Steakhouse, JW Marriott Hotel .............. 2624444 Legends Steakhouse, Creek Golf & Yacht Club.2956000 Manhattan Grill, Grand Hyatt Hotel .............. 3172222 MJ’s Steakhouse, Al Qasr Hotel....................... 3666730 M’s, Le Meridien Dubai, Garhoud.................... 2824040 Nezesaussi Grill, Al Manzil Hotel.................... 4285888 Palm Grill, Radisson Blu Hotel, Deira.............. 2057333 Prime Rib, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort ... 3995555 Rare, Desert Palm ............................................. 6029333 Rips & Rumps, Dubai Mall ............................. 4340468 Rodeo Grill, Al Bustan Rotana Hotel .............. 2820000 Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Monarch Hotel ....... 5018666 Seafire, Atlantis ................................................. 4262626 St. Maxim, Mall of the Emirates....................... 2869029 St. Maxim, Mall of the Emirates....................... 3413415 Terra Firma, Al Badia Golf Club ..................... 7011128 The Exchange Grill, The Fairmont Hotel ........ 3325555 The Meat Company, Souk Madinat Jumeirah... 3686040 The Rib Room, Emirates Towers Hotel............ 3300000 Wellington’s Steakhouse, Royal Ascot Hotel .. 3558500 Western Steakhouse, Crowne Plaza Hotel....... 3311111 THAI Beachcombers, Jumeirah Beach Hotel.............. 3480000 Benjarong, Dusit Dubai .................................... 3433333 Blue Elephant, Al Bustan Rotana Hotel .......... 2820000 Fusion, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort ......... 3995555 Indochine, Grand Hyatt Hotel ......................... 3172222 Lemongrass....................................................... 3342325 Mango Tree, Souk Al Bahar............................. 4267317 Pai Thai, Al Qasr Hotel..................................... 3666730 Shang Thai......................................................... 3805408 Silk Route, Arabian Courtyard, Bur Dubai....... 3519111 Sukhothai, Le Meridien Dubai ........................ 2824040 Thai Bistro, Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa.3461111 CLC Thai Chi, Wafi ............................................. 3244100 Thai Connection, Ascot Hotel ........................ 3520900 Thai Kitchen, Park Hyatt Hotel ....................... 3172222 The Royal Buddha, Holiday Inn Hotel ............ 3234333 The Zen Restaurant .......................................... 3580099 Thiptara, The Palace .......................................... 4287961 TURKISH Istanbul Flowers, Underneath Safestway.......... 3434585 Connector DECEMBER | 31
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Dubliners, Le Meridien Dubai ......................... 2824040 Fibber Magee’s.................................................. 3322400 CLC Fox & Hounds, Marco Polo Hotel ................ 2720000 Harvesters, Crown Plaza Dubai........................ 3311111 Irish Village, Aviation Club.............................. 2824750 Jimmy Dix, Movenpick Hotel .......................... 3366000 Jules Bar, Le Meridien Dubai ........................... 2824040 Long’s Bar, Towers Rotana Hotel, ................... 3438000 QD’s, Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club............ 2956000 Red Lion, The Metropolitan Hotel................... 3430000 Sherlock Holmes, Arabian Courtyard .............. 3519111 The Pub, Radisson Blu Hotel ........................... 2057333 The Underground, Habtoor Grand Resort & Spa.3995000 The Viceroy, Four Points Sheraton ................... 3977444 Waxy O’Conner’s, The Ascot Hotel ................. 3520900
Kosebasi, Jumeirah Beach Residence................. 4393788 Ottomans, Grosvenor House Hotel ................. 3998888 Topkapi, Taj Palace Hotel ................................ 2113020 VIETNAMESE Hoi An, Shangri-La Hotel ................................ 4052703
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9.00am Naseem 9.30am Ronak Gajjar 9.30am Niloo 9.30am Edith 10.00am Mona Banki 10.15am Madam Sunita 10.30am Dina 10.30am Niloo 10.30am Doha 10.30am Uros Metric 11.30am Uros Metric 11.30am Madam Sunita 11.45am Dina 12.00pm Wafa 12.45pm Madam Sunita 3.15pm Madam Sunita 4.00pm Sebastian 4.00pm Mona Banki 4.00pm Wafa 4.00pm Sophie 4.30pm Madam Sunita 5.00pm Sebastian 5.00pm Lydia 5.00pm Cris Bonet 5.45pm Madam Sunita 6.00pm Rebecca 6.00pm Lydia 6.00pm Slavica 6.15pm Katja Damman 7.00pm Luisa and Yeison 7.00pm Luisa 7.00pm Camilo and Manuela 7.00pm Lydia 7.00pm Rebecca 7.00pm Madam Sunita 7.30pm Sharmila 8.00pm Luisa and Yeison 8.00pm Camilo and Manuela
SUNDAY Intermediate Absolute Hot Yoga (Mixed) General Hatha Body Attack Hatha Yoga Body Barre Pilates Reformer 1 Bikram Yoga (LADIES Only) Pilates Therapeutic Private Yoga Zumba Vinyasa Yoga Pilates Reformer 2 Preg. Pilates Private Sessions
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6.30am Madam Sunita 6.30am Dalia 7.45am Madam Sunita 8.30am Uros Metric 8.30am Dessi 8.30am Heba 8.30am Katy 9.00am Mona Banki 9.00am Susan 9.00am Madam Sunita 9.00am Jo 9.30am Majid Lahmadqui 9.30am Dina 9.30am Heba 10.00am Wafa 10.15am Jithu
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Prenatal Pilates Reformer Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Live Dance - Basic Adult (18yrs+) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Latino Cardio Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Pilates Spa Dunya Power Yoga Gems of Yoga Aftro Dance Spa Dunya Hatha Intensive Gems of Yoga Stretching Spa Dunya Beginners Practice Gems of Yoga Salsa Spa Dunya Strong Hatha Gems of Yoga Pre-natal /Pilates/Yoga (Pre-booking) The Yoga Studio General Ballet (Pre-teens, Teens + Adults) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Power Yoga GFX Studio Vinyasa Flow The Yoga Studio Intermediate Gems of Yoga Abs Stretch BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village Advanced Ballet (Teens, Adults + Professionals) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Pilates Spa Dunya Bikram Yoga (Mixed) TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor Zumba GFX Studio Dance Mash Up The Yoga Studio Prenatal Pilates Mat Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Bachata Level 1 BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village Pilates Reformer 2 Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Intermediate Gems of Yoga Aerobics Spa Dunya Body Pump GFX Studio Pilates Mat All Levels Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Bachata Level 2 BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village Pilates Reformer 1 Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Power Yoga The Yoga Studio Restorative Gems of Yoga Bikram Yoga (Mixed) TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor Body Balance GFX Studio Metafit Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR
10.30am Heba 10.30am Emma 10.45am Liris 11.00am Wafa 11.30am Jithu 12.00pm Wafa 12.45pm Jithu 2.00pm Wafa 3.15pm Jithu 4.00pm Wafa 4.30pm Jithu 4.30pm Nora 5.00pm Sharmila 5.30pm Ronak Gajjar 5.30pm Edith 5.45pm Jithu 6.00pm Sebastian 6.00pm Sharmila 6.00pm Wafa 6.15pm Laila Banki 6.30pm Majid Lahmadqui 6.30pm Doha 6.30pm Jo 7.00pm Luisa and Yeison 7.00pm Pavlina 7.00pm Jithu 7.00pm Wafa 7.30pm Julie Willets 7.30pm Jo 8.00pm Luisa and Yeison 8.00pm Pavlina 8.00pm Edith / Nora 8.15pm Jithu 8.15pm Mona Banki 8.30pm Uros Metric 8.30pm Liris
MONDAY Intermediate General Hatha Pilates Circuit Slimdown Pilates Power Yoga Bikram Yoga (LADIES Only) Pilates Reformer Advance Yoga 4 All Yoga for All Body Step Therapeutic Private Pilates Private Sessions Prenatal Yoga Barre Floor Beats Body Step Pre-natal Yoga (pre-booking) Power Yoga Prenatal Yoga Belly Dance Zumba
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6.30am Madam Sunita 7.45am Madam Sunita 8.30am Heba 8.30am Liris 8.30am Susan 8.30am Ronak Gajjar 9.00am Mona Banki 9.30am Heba 9.30am Dana 9.30am Nora 9.30am Uros Metric 9.30am Madam Sunita 10.00am Wafa 10.15am Jithu 10.30am Alpa Lokhande 10.45am Pavlina 10.45am Maria 11.00am Nora 11.30am Jithu 11.45am Dina 12.00pm Wafa 12:30pm Wafa
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12.45pm Jithu 3.00pm Wafa 3.15pm Jithu 4.30pm Jithu 5.00pm Sharmila 5.30pm Nora 5.30pm Majid Lahmadqui 5.30pm Elaine, Linley, Amber 5.45pm Jithu 6.00pm Sharmila 6.00pm Wafa 6.15pm Sarah 6.15pm Laila Banki 6.30pm Dina 6.30pm Olga Ferris 6.45pm Catherine 7.00pm Brayan and Tatiana 7.00pm Sebastian 7.00pm Jithu 7.00pm Wafa 7.15pm Liris 7.30pm Olga Ferris 7.30pm Susan 7.45pm Jo 8.00pm Brayan and Tatiana 8.15pm Slavica 8.15pm Jithu 8.15pm Mona Banki 8.30pm Majid Lahmadqui
TUESDAY Intermediate Gems of Yoga Absolute Hot Yoga (Mixed) TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor Power Yoga GFX Studio Body Attack GFX Studio General Hatha Gems of Yoga Body Pump GFX Yoga Pilates The Yoga Studio Hatha Yoga The Yoga Studio Pilates Reformer 2 Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Beginner Pilates Mat Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Bikram Yoga (Mixed) TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor Therapeutic Private Gems of Yoga Yoga Spa Dunya CX Worx GFX Studio Zumba GFX Studio Metafit Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Pilates Reformer 1 Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Weight Loss- Steps The Yoga Studio African Dance Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Live Dance - Basic Adult (18yrs+) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Meditation Spa Dunya Vinyasa Yoga Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Private Sessions Gems of Yoga Pilates Combo Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Total Body Conditioning (LADIES Only) TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor Pilates Spa Dunya Exhale Core Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Power Yoga Gems of Yoga Salsa Spa Dunya
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6.30am Madam Sunita 6.30am Dalila 6.30am Ronak Gajjar 7.30am Julie Willets 7.45am Madam Sunita 8.30am Julie Willets 8.30am Jolanta 8.30am Dessi 8.30am Maryliz 8.30am Slavica 9.00am Mona Banki 9.00am Madam Sunita 9.00am Jo 9.00am Julie Willets 9.30am Julie Willets 9.30am Liris 9.30am Maryliz 9.30am Ayeshah 10.00am Aishata 10.00am Emma 10.00am Karima 10.00am Sarah 10.15am Jithu 10.30am Slavica 11.00am Katja Damman 11.00am Wafa 11.15am Liris 11.30am Jithu 12.00pm Wafa
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Hatha Intensive Body Blaster Beginners Practice Strong Hatha Live Dance - Level 2 (13yrs-16yrs) Stretch Yoga Zumba Body Jam Intermediate Live Dance - Teen (16yrs-21yrs) Zumba Yogipilates Bikram Yoga (Mixed) Prenatal Yoga Body Pump Body Pump Tango Level 1 Cross Fit Intermediate Pilates Latino Cardio Body Combat Pilates Pilates Reformer 1 Tango Level 2 Pilates Mat All Levels Restorative Bikram Yoga (Mixed) Zumba
Hatha Intensive Stretching Beginners Practice Strong Hatha Prenatal Yoga- Pre booking Vinyasa Flow Body Pump Live Dance - Level 2 (13yrs-16yrs) Intermediate Bikram Yoga (Mixed) Pilates Circuit Vinyasa Yoga Dance Mash Up Salsa Level 1 Polercise Beginners Intermediate Hatha Yoga Live Dance - General Adult (18yrs+) Pilates Jumpboard Slimdown Salsa Level 2 Polercise Intermediate Power Yoga Restorative Bikram Yoga (Mixed)
Gems of Yoga Spa Dunya Gems of Yoga Gems of Yoga The Yoga Studio The Yoga Studio The Pavilion Marina & Sports Club Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Gems of Yoga TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR The Yoga Studio BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village Gems of Yoga Spa Dunya Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village The Yoga Studio Gems of Yoga TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor
12.30pm Jithu 1.00pm Wafa 3.15pm Jithu 4.30pm Jithu 4.30pm Nora 5.30pm Nora 5.30pm Marit 5.30pm Sharmila 5.45pm Jithu 6.15pm Laila Banki 6.30pm Slavica 6.30pm Sarah 6.30pm Doha 7.00pm Camilo and Manuela 8.00pm Jade 7.00pm Jithu 7.00pm Rebecca 7.30pm Sharmila 7.30pm Slavica 7.45pm Liris 7.00pm Camilo and Manuela 8.00pm Jade 8.00pm Sophie 8.15pm Jithu 8.15pm Mona Banki
WEDNESDAY Intermediate Gems of Yoga 4D Pro GFX Studio General Hatha Gems of Yoga Pilates The Yoga Studio Body Balance GFX Studio Pilates Reformer 1 Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Body Sculpt Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Therapeutic Private Gems of Yoga Total Body Conditioning (LADIES Only) TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor Total Body Toning The Yoga Studio Yoga for All The Yoga Studio Body Attack GFX Studio Body Attack The Pavilion Marina & Sports Club Yoga 4 All Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Pilates Reformer A Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Preg. Pilates Spa Dunya Private Sessions Gems of Yoga Prenatal Pilates Reformer Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Pilates Mat All Levels Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Prenatal Yoga GFX Studio Aerobics Spa Dunya Power Yoga Gems of Yoga Pilates Spa Dunya Hatha Intensive Gems of Yoga Hip Hop Dance Spa Dunya Beginners Practice Gems of Yoga Strong Hatha Gems of Yoga Pre-natal Yoga (Pre-booking) The Yoga Studio General Ballet (Pre-teens, Teens + Adults) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Body Combat GFX Studio Stretch Yoga The Yoga Studio Intermediate Gems of Yoga Advanced Ballet (Teens, Adults + Professionals) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE
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6.30am Madam Sunita 7.30am Warren Conolly 7.45am Madam Sunita 8.30am Susan 8.30am Uros Metric 8.30am Pavlina 8.30am Liris 9.00am Madam Sunita 9.00am Katja Damman 9.00am Juliana/Ayeshah 9.30am Nora 9.30am Uros Metric 9.30am Maria 9.30am Violleta 9.30am Pavlina 10.00am Wafa 10.15am Jithu 10.30am Caroline 10.45am Slavica 11.00am Alpa Lokhande 11.00am Wafa 11.30am Jithu 12.30pm Wafa 12.45pm Jithu 3.00pm Wafa 3.15pm Jithu 4.30pm Jithu 4.30pm Nora 5.00pm Sharmila 5.30pm Olga Ferris 5.30pm Dessi 5.45pm Jithu 6.00pm Sharmila
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6.00pm Wafa 6.15pm Laila Banki 6.30pm Jaspreet 6.30pm Ayeshah 6.30pm Uros Metric 6.30pm Elaine 6.30pm Liris 6.45pm Ginny 7.00pm Brayan and Tatiana 7.00pm Jade 7.00pm Jithu 7.00pm Wafa 7.30pm Kristina 7.30pm Uros Metric 7.00pm Slavica 7.30pm Dina 8.00pm Brayan and Tatiana 8.00pm Sebastian 8.00pm Slavica 8.00pm Greg 8.15pm Jithu 8.15pm Mona Banki 8.30pm Sheena Lakhani 9.00pm Sebastian
Gems of Yoga TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor Gems of Yoga Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR The Yoga Studio The Yoga Studio Gems of Yoga TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor The Yoga Studio GFX Studio Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Gems of Yoga GFX Studio Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Gems of Yoga Spa Dunya Gems of Yoga Spa Dunya Spa Dunya Gems of Yoga Gems of Yoga The Pavilion Marina & Sports Club The Yoga Studio Gems of Yoga Spa Dunya Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor GFX Studio Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR
6.30am Madam Sunita 6.30am Dalila 7.45am Madam Sunita 8.30am Jo 8.30am Sarah 8.30am Jolanta 8.30am Dessi 9.00am Madam Sunita 9.00am Mona Banki 9.30am Ayeshah 9.30am Adnan Siddiqui 9.30am Liris 9.30am Jo 10.00am Aishata 10.15am Jithu 10.30am Majid Lahmadqui 10.30am Katy 10.30am Slavica 11.30am Jithu 12.00am Wafa 12.45pm Jithu 1.00pm Wafa 2.00pm Wafa 3.15pm Jithu 4.30pm Jithu 5.30pm Elaine 5.30pm Susan 5.45pm Jithu 6.00pm Wafa 6.00pm Sharmila 6.00pm Pavlina 6.15pm Dalila 6.30pm Warren Conolly 7.00pm Pavlina
THURSDAY Intermediate Absolute Hot Yoga (Mixed) General Hatha Pilates Reformer 2 Yoga Stretch Pilates Weight loss Hatha Yoga Therapeutic Private Bikram Yoga (LADIES Only) Weight Loss- Steps Body Pump Latino Cardio Pilates Reformer 1 African Dance Private Sessions Zumba Beginner Pilates Mat Pilates Combo Power Yoga Hatha Yoga Hatha Intensive Aerobics Stretching Beginners Practice Strong Hatha Body Pump Pilates Intermediate Zumba Live Dance - Teens (16yrs-21yrs) Pilates Reformer 1 Absolute Hot Yoga (Mixed) 4D Pro Pilates Reformer 2
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Pilates Bikram Yoga (Mixed) Bootybarre Zumba/ Steps Body Step Body Pump Latino Cardio Adult Ballet Tango Level 1 Aerial Silks Intermediate Meditation Pilates Body Balance Pilates Reformer 1/2 Yoga 4 All Tango Level 2 Cross Fit Pilates Circuit RPM Restorative Bikram Yoga (Mixed) BollyFit Abs Stretch
Pilates Intermediate Zumba Restorative Pilates- 60 Minute (Ladies Only)
Spa Dunya Gems of Yoga GFX Studio Gems of Yoga TECOM, Icon Tower 4th floor
7.00pm Wafa 7.00pm Jithu 7.30pm Majid Lahmadqui 8.15pm Jithu 8.15pm Dalila
Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR GFX Studio Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Gems of Yoga GFX Studio Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Gems of Yoga GFX Studio Gems of Yoga The Pavilion Marina & Sports Club Gems of Yoga Gems of Yoga Gems of Yoga Gems of Yoga
9.00am Caroline 9.30am Ronak Gajjar 10.00am Alpa 10.00am Caroline 10.15am Jithu 10.30am Olga Ferris 11.00am Caroline 11.30am Jithu 11.30am Olga Ferris 12.45pm Jithu 3.00pm Elaine 3.15pm Jithu 4.30pm Jithu 5.45pm Jithu 7.00pm Jithu
FRIDAY Pilates Reformer 1/2 Hatha Yoga Hatha Yoga Pilates Reformer Advance Hatha Intensive Body Pump Pilates Reformer 1 Power Yoga Body Attack Hatha Intensive Kick Boxing Beginners Practice Strong Hatha Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate
Sharjah Fitness Calendar - December 2014 SATURDAY Aqua Zumba 180 degrees CSC Latin Aerobics
Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club
10.00am Manal 11.00am Reem 5.00pm Khrystena
SUNDAY Tae Bo & Abs Zumba Kids Aqua
Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club
10.00am Wesal 5.00pm Maha 5.00pm Raquel
Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club
10.00am Samar 4.00pm Jane 6.00pm Samar
Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club
9.00am Maha 6.00pm Jane 6.00pm Khrystena
Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club
11.00am Lydia 5.00pm Rasha 7.00pm Aksana
Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah Ladies Club
9.00am Maha 5.00pm Khrystena 7.00pm Lydia
MONDAY Fight Do Body Pump Spin & abs
TUESDAY Zumba Boxing Circuit Fairy Club
WEDNESDAY Bellyrobics TRX Yoga
THURSDAY Zumba Hip Hop Oriental Groove
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SATURDAY Advanced Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 12.00pm Sabum Advanced Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Motor City 12.30pm Sabum Babies Ballet Turning Pointe. DESS Oud Metha 12.45pm Chloe Babies Ballet Turning Pointe. WAFI Oud Metha 9.30am Lorna Babies Ballet – 3 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 9.00am Lizelle Babies Ballet – 3 yrs The Ballet Centre, Motor City 10.00am Beth Babies Ballet – 3 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.00am Becky Babies Ballet – 3 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 2.30pm Helena Babies Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 9.30am Sabum Babies Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Motor City 10.00am Sabum Beginners Taekwondo The Ballet Centre Jumeirah 10.00am Sabum Beginners Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Motor City 10.30am Sabum Body Movement (5-7 years old) BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village 2.00pm Leidy Body Movement (8-11 years old) BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village 3.00pm Leidy British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 10.15am Crystal British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.00am Crystal British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 12.15pm Crystal British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 1.00pm Crystal British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 2.30pm Crystal British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.30pm Crystal GD 1 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 10.30am Karen GD 1 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.45am Lizelle GD 1 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 1.30pm Beth GD 1 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 2.00pm Jamie GD 2 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.45am Jamie GD 2 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 1.30pm Lizelle GD 3 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 9.00am Helena GD 3 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 9.00am Beth GD 3 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 10.00am Lizelle GD 3 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 2.30pm Lizelle GD 4 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 9.00am Becky GD 4 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 10.00am Jamie GD 4 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.30pm Lizelle GD 5 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 9.00am Jamie GD 5 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 10.00am Helena GD 5 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 2.30pm Beth GD 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 10.00am Becky GD 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 1.00pm Jamie GD 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 2.00pm Becky GD 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 3.30pm Beth GD 8 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 1.00pm Helena Grade 1 Ballet Turning Pointe. WAFI Oud Metha 10.00am Lorna Grade 1 Ballet Turning Pointe. AL DIYAFAH Al Ghusais 1.00pm Carmen Grade 1 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 11.00am Michelle Grade 1 Ballet Turning Pointe. VIP Sports Club Oud Metha 2.00pm Thea Grade 2 Ballet Turning Pointe. AL DIYAFAH Al Ghusais 4.00pm Carmen Grade 2 Ballet Turning Pointe. DESS Oud Metha 9.45am Chloe Grade 3 Ballet Turning Pointe. WAFI Oud Metha 12.30pm Lorna Grade 3 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA. Emirates Hills 2.15pm Sophie Grade 3 Ballet Turning Pointe. VIP Sports Club Oud Metha 4.00pm Lauren Grade 3 performers Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 3.15pm Sophie Grade 3 performers Turning Pointe. VIP Sports Club Oud Metha 1.00pm Thea Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. AL DIYAFAH Al Ghusais 3.00pm Carmen Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. DESS Oud Metha 10.45pm Chloe Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. WAFI Oud Metha 2.30pm Lorna Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA. Emirates Hills 10.00am Michelle
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Children’s Activity Classes Dubai - December 2014
Grade 4 Performer Turning Pointe. WAFI Oud Metha 11.00am Lorna Grade 6 Ballet Turning Pointe. WAFI Oud Metha 1.30pm Lorna Grade 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.00am Helena Grade 6 yr.1 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA. Emirates Hills 9.00am Michelle Hip-Hop The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.15pm Ahmed Interfoundation Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.00pm Jamie Intermediate Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.00pm Helena Intermediate Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.00am Sabum Intermediate Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Motor City 11.30am Sabum Junior Modern The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.00am Jamie Junior Tap The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 12.15pm Becky Kids Ballet The Yoga Studio 11.30am Juliana Kids Pilates Spa Dunya 3.00pm Wafa Kids Posture Spa Dunya 11.00am Wafa Kids Yoga (Pre-book) Gems of Yoga 4.30pm Madam Sunita Live Dance - Level 1A+B (7yrs-12yrs) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE 4.00pm Sharmila Live Dance - Level 2 (13yrs-16yrs) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE 5.00pm Sharmila Pointe (Ballet) The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 12.15pm Lizelle Pre-Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. AL DIYAFAH Al Ghusais 5.00pm Carmen Pre-Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. DESS Oud Metha 9.00am Chloe Pre-Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 1.30pm Sophie Pre-Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. VIP Sports Club Oud Metha 12.15pm Thea Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 9.00am Karen Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.00am Lizelle Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 11.45am Beth Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 1.15pm Becky Prep Ballet – 4 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 9.30am Lizelle Prep Ballet – 4 yrs The Ballet Centre, Motor City 10.30am Beth Prep Ballet – 4 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 12.45pm Lizelle Prep Ballet – 4 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.00pm Becky Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. AL DIYAFAH Al Ghusais 2.00pm Carmen Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. DESS Oud Metha 11.45am Chloe Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. VIP Sports Club Oud Metha 3.00pm Lauren Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre Jumeirah 9.45am Karen Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 11.00am Beth Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.30am Becky Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 11.45am Karen Primary Tap The Ballet Centre, Motor City 12.30pm Beth Rhythmic Gymnastics(CG) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 1.00pm Julia Rhythmic Gymnastics(CG) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 2.30pm Julia Rhythmic Gymnastics(CG) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 4.00pm Julia Rhythmic Gymnastics(CG) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 5.30pm Julia Rhythmic Gymnastics(CG) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 6.45pm Julia Rhythmic Gymnastics The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 2.45pm Angel Rhythmic Gymnastics The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.30pm Angel
SUNDAY Advanced Foundation Babies Ballet Babies Ballet – 3 yrs Basic Ballet (7yrs+) Beginners Irish Dancing Beginners Irish Dancing British Overseas Dramatic Arts British Overseas Dramatic Arts British Overseas Dramatic Arts British Overseas Dramatic Arts Dance Mix Freestyle Disco & Street Dance Freestyle Disco & Street Dance
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Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim Turning Pointe. KINGS Al Wasl The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah The Ballet Centre, Motor City The Ballet Centre, Motor City The Ballet Centre, Motor City The Ballet Centre, Motor City German International School The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah
5.00pm Lara 4.00pm Ami 3.30pm Helena 4.00pm Sharmila 3.00pm Siobhan 3.30pm Siobhan 4.00pm Crystal 4.45pm Crystal 5.45pm Crystal 6.45pm Crystal 2.00pm Silvi 3.00pm Tara 3.45pm Tara
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4.30pm Tara 5.30pm Tara 6.30pm Tara 4.00pm Jamie 4.15pm Lizelle 5.00pm 4.45pm Becky 5.30pm Becky 3.45pm Becky 6.15pm Lizelle 4.45pm Helena 5.15pm Lizelle 6.15pm Becky 5.45pm Helena 4.30pm Lauren 2.30pm Lorna 3.00pm Michelle 5.00pm Thea 4.00pm Lara 5.30pm Lauren 5.00pm Lorna 6.00pm Ami 7.00pm Ami 5.00pm Aindrea 6.00pm Lorna 6.30pm Aindrea 5.45pm Michelle 6.30pm Lara 4.30pm Siobhan 5.30pm Siobhan 4.00pm Slavica 5.00pm Slavica 5.00pm Vahida 4.30pm Ami 2.35pm Thea 3.45pm Lauren 1.50pm Lauren 4.00pm Michelle 3.30pm Lizelle 3.15pm Jamie 3.15pm Becky 1.30pm Thea 2.45pm Jamie 4.00pm Aindrea 4.45pm Michelle 5.15pm Ami 4.00pm Helena 2.30pm Heba 2.30pm Ami 2.40pm Andrea 7.00pm Lorna 6.00pm Aindrea 4.00pm Julia 5.00pm Julia 6.00pm Julia 3.45pm Karine
MONDAY Babies Ballet - Fs1 Babies Ballet - Fs1
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1.00pm Michelle 9.30am Michelle
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Freestyle Disco & Street Dance The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Freestyle Disco & Street Dance The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Freestyle Disco & Street Dance The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 1 Ballet (7-8 y.o) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR GD 2 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 2 Ballet (9+ y.o) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR GD 3 Tap The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 4 Tap The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 5 Modern The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 5 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 6 Modern The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah GD 8 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Grade 1 Ballet Yr2 Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis Grade 1 Ballet Turning Pointe. GWPS Grade 2 Ballet Grd.2+3 Turning Pointe. EIS Meadows Grade 3 ballet Turning Pointe. Uptown Primary School Grade 3 Ballet Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim Grade 3 Ballet Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. KINGS Al Wasl Grade 6 Ballet Turning Pointe. KINGS Al Wasl Grade 6 yr.1 Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif Grade 6 yr.2 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills Grade 6 yr.2 Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif Hip Hop Grd.1-3 (6-9yrs) Turning Pointe. EIS Meadows Intermediate (exam group) Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim Irish Dancing The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Irish Dancing The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Karate Kid1 (Beginners) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Karate Kid2 (Colored Belt) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Kids Yoga Spa Dunya Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. KINGS Al Wasl Pre Primary ballet - Kg2 Turning Pointe. CAS Umm Sequim 1 Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. JBS Jumeirah 1 Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. EIS Meadows Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Pre Primary Ballet (5 y.o) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Prep Ballet – 4 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Prep Ballet - Prek and Kg1 Turning Pointe. CAS Umm Sequim 1 Prep Ballet (3-4 y.o) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. EIS Meadows Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. KINGS Al Wasl Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Primary Ballet - School Only Raffles World Academy Primry Ballet - KG2 -School Only Turning Pointe. Raffles South Primry Ballet Yr1 School Only Turning Pointe. Gems Royal Dubai Mirdif Pure Pointe Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills Pure Pointe Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif Rhythmic Gymnastics (5-6 yo) Regent International School Rhythmic Gymnastics (7-8 years old) Regent International School Rhythmic Gymnastics (CG) Regent International School Yoga for Kids The Pavilion Marina & Sports Club
Babies Ballet - FS1 (School Only) Turning Pointe. Gems Royal Dubai Mirdif 12.30pm Aindrea Babies Ballet - FS1 (School Only) Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 12.45pm Michelle Babies Ballet - Pre-K Turning Pointe. GWA (School Only) Al Barsha 1.45pm Chloe Babies Ballet – 3 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.00pm Beth Baby Sensory The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 9.30am Oana Dance Mix German International School 2.00pm Silvi Dance Mix (8-10 yo) German International School 2.45pm Silvi GD 1 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.45pm Karen GD 2 Tap The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.15pm Beth GD 3 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.30pm Beth GD 3 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 5.00pm Helena GD 4 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.30pm Jamie GD 5 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.30pm Jamie GD 5 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 6.00pm Helena GD 5 Tap The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.30pm Beth GD 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.30pm Jamie Grade 1 Ballet (School Only) Raffles World Academy 2.25pm Lauren Grade 1 Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 4.00pm Aindrea Grade 2 Ballet Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim 4.00pm Lara Grade 2 Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 5.00pm Aindrea Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 5.45pm Michelle Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 6.00pm Aindrea Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 4.30pm Thea Grade 6 Ballet Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 6.00pm Thea Grade 7 Ballet Turning Pointe. CAS Umm Sequim 1 5.15pm Lauren Grade 8 Ballet Turning Pointe. CAS Umm Sequim 1 6.45pm Lauren Hip - Hop (6- 9 yrs) Turning Pointe. OPTIMAL FITNESS 4.00pm Paty Hip-Hop (9-12yrs) Turning Pointe. OPTIMAL FITNESS 4.45pm Paty Hip-Hop The Ballet Centre, Motor City 4.15pm Ahmed Intermediate Foundation Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim 5.00pm Lara Karate Kid1 (Beginners) Regent International School 4.00pm Slavica Karate Kid2 (Colored Belt) Regent International School 5.00pm Slavica Kids Ballet The Yoga Studio 2.30pm Susan Kids Ballet Spa Dunya 4.00pm Wafa Latin Rhytyms Level 1 (5-7 years old) BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village 4.00pm Leidy Latin Rhytyms Level 2 (5-7 years old) BNF Dance School, Knowledge Village 5.00pm Leidy Little Gymnastics(3.5-4 yo) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 2.00pm Julia Live Dance - Level 1A+B (7yrs-12yrs) Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE 4.00pm Emma Mini Movers -Fs2 Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 1.45pm Michelle Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.45pm Jamie Pre Primary Ballet FS2 (School Only) Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 1.30pm Michelle Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 4.00pm Michelle Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 4.20pm Carmen Pre Primary Ballet - (School Only) Turning Pointe. Gems Royal Dubai Mirdif 2.40pm Aindrea Pre Primary Ballet - (School Only) Turning Pointe. GWA (School Only) Al Barsha2.30pm Chloe Prep Ballet - EY1 + EY2 Turning Pointe. DIS Festival City 12.30pm Carmen Prep Ballet – 4 yrs The Ballet Centre, Motor City 3.45pm Helena Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.00pm Karen Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 4.15pm Helena Primary Ballet - Yr1 Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 4.45pm Michelle Primary Ballet - KG2 Turning Pointe. GWA (School Only) Al Barsha3.50pm Chloe Primary Ballet - Yr1 Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 5.05pm Carmen Primary Ballet - Yr1 (School Only) Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 2.45pm Thea Pure Pointe Turning Pointe. CAS Umm Sequim 1 6.15pm Lauren Pure Pointe Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 5.30pm Thea Rhythmic Gymnastics The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 2.45pm Angel Rhythmic Gymnastics The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.30pm Angel Rhythmic Gymnastics The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.30pm Angel Rhythmic Gymnastics (5-6 yo) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 3.00pm Julia Rhythmic Gymnastics (7-8 yo) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 4.00pm Julia
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Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis
5.00pm Julia 6.15pm Carmen 3.35pm Carmen
TUESDAY Advanced Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.30pm Sabum Advanced 1 Tap The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.30pm Beth Babies Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 4.15pm Ami Babies Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 4.00pm Aindrea Babies Ballet Turning Pointe. Motor City 4.00pm Lauren Babies Ballet – 3 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.30pm Jamie Babies Ballet – 3 yrs The Ballet Centre, Motor City 4.30pm Helena Beginners Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.30pm Sabum Beginners Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Motor City 3.30pm Sabum British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.00pm Crystal British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.45pm Crystal British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.45pm Crystal British Overseas Dramatic Arts The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.45pm Crystal Contemporary The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.00pm Jamie GD 1 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.30pm Beth GD 1 Modern The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.45pm Beth GD 2 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.00pm Jamie GD 2 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 5.00pm Helena GD 3 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.15pm Lizelle GD 4 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.00pm Jamie GD 6 Tap The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.45pm Becky Grade 1 Ballet Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 3.45pm Carmen Grade 2 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 4.45pm Ami Grade 2 Ballet Turning Pointe. JPS Al Safa Park 5.30pm Chloe Grade 2 Ballet Turning Pointe. Motor City 4.30pm Lauren Grade 3 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 5.45pm Ami Grade 3 Ballet Turning Pointe. AL DIYAFAH Al Ghusais 6.00pm Lorna Grade 3 Performer Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 4.45pm Carmen Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 6.00pm Aindrea Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. AL DIYAFAH Al Ghusais 7.00pm Lorna Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim 4.00pm Lara Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. JPS Al Safa Park 6.30pm Chloe Grade 4 Ballet Turning Pointe. JESS Arabian Ranches 6.00pm Lauren Grade 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 6.00pm Helena Grade 6 Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.15pm Lizelle Grade 6 Yr. 2 Ballet Turning Pointe. JESS Arabian Ranches 7.00pm Lauren Grade 6 yr.1 Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 6.45pm Ami Grade 6 yr.2 Ballet Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim 6.30pm Lara Grade 7 Ballet Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 5.45pm Carmen Intermediate (mixed group + advanced) Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim 5.00pm Lara Intermediate Modern The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.30pm Beth Intermediate Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.30pm Sabum Intermediate Taekwondo The Ballet Centre, Motor City 4.30pm Sabum Karate Kid (MIXED) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 4.30pm Slavica Kids Yoga Spa Dunya 6.00pm Vahida Lyrical Jazz/ Contemporary Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim 6.45pm Carmen Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.45pm Becky Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Motor City 3.45pm Helena Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 4.30pm Aindrea Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. JPS Al Safa Park 3.45pm Chloe Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. GWPS 2.30pm Ami Pre Primary Ballet - School Only Turning Pointe. DIS Festival City 12.30pm Lorna Pre Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. Motor City 3.15pm Lauren Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.30pm Becky Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.30pm Lizelle
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Rhythmic Gymnastics (CG) Street Jazz Yrs (10+) Street Jazz Yrs 3,4 & 5 (7-9yrs)
Prep Ballet – 4 yrs Prep Ballet – 4 yrs Primary Ballet Primary Ballet Primary Ballet - School Only Rhythmic Gymnastics (5-6 yo) Rhythmic Gymnastics (7-8 yo) Rhythmic Gymnastics (CG) Street Jazz KG2-G2 (7-9yrs) Street Jazz 8+ Yoga Young Musicians 2 (4-5 yrs) Young Musicians 3 (5-6 yrs) Young Musicians 4 (6-7 yrs) Zumba Kids (4-6 years) Zumba Kids (7-11 years)
The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Turning Pointe. JPS Al Safa Park Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif Turning Pointe. DIS Festival City Regent International School Regent International School Regent International School Turning Pointe. Dubai American Academy Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif The Pavilion Marina & Sports Club Uptown Primary School Uptown Primary School Uptown Primary School GFX Studio GFX Studio
3.15pm Beth 5.15pm Becky 4.30pm Chloe 5.15pm Aindrea 2.50pm Lorna 4.00pm Julia 5.00pm Julia 6.00pm Julia 2.00pm Carmen 7.00pm Aindrea 3.45pm Karine 3.45pm Maristela 4.30pm Maristela 5.15pm Maristela 4.30pm Cris Bonet 5.30pm Cris Bonet
WEDNESDAY Babies Ballet - FS1 Babies Ballet – 3 yrs Baby Boppers - Fs1 Baby Boppers Pre K + KG1 British Overseas Dramatic Arts British Overseas Dramatic Arts British Overseas Dramatic Arts British Overseas Dramatic Arts Bollywood Kids (6-13 years) Butterfly Ballerinas GD 1 Ballet GD 2 Ballet GD 2 Ballet GD 3 Ballet GD 8 Ballet Grade 1 Ballet Grade 1 Ballet Grade 1 Ballet Grade 2 Ballet Grade 3 Ballet Grade 3 performers Grade 3 performers Grade 4 Ballet Grade 4 Ballet Grade 4 Ballet GD 4 Ballet Grade 4 Ballet Grade 6 yr.1 Ballet Grade 6 yr.2 Ballet Hip Hop 10yrs+ Interfoundation Ballet Intermediate Ballet Intermediate Foundation Intermediate Tap Irish Dance Junior Modern (7-8 y.o) Kids Posture Pre Primary Ballet (5 y.o) Pre Primary Ballet Pre Primary Ballet - Fs. 2 - School Only Pre Primary Ballet - Fs2 Pre Primary Ballet - KG1
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Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 3.45pm Lorna The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.45pm Jamie Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 1.00pm Lorna Turning Pointe. GWA (School Only)Al Barsha1.45pm Sophie The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.15pm Crystal The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.00pm Crystal The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.00pm Crystal The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.00pm Crystal GFX Studio 4.30pm Sheena Lakhani Turning Pointe. EBN Motor City 2.15pm Chloe The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.30pm Helena The Ballet Centre, Motor City 4.15pm Beth The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.00pm Jamie The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.00pm Lizelle The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.00pm Lizelle Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 5.15pm Carmen Turning Pointe. JPS Al Safa Park 4.30pm Michelle Turning Pointe. Motor City 3.45pm Chloe Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 5.00pm Lorna Turning Pointe. Motor City 4.45pm Chloe Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 6.00pm Lorna Turning Pointe. JPS Al Safa Park 6.15pm Michelle Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 4.30pm Aindrea Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 6.15pm Carmen Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim 4.00pm Lara The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.15pm Helena The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 5.15pm Beth Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim 5.00pm Lara Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 7.00pm Aindrea Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 7.15pm Carmen The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.15pm Helena The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 6.00pm Jamie Turning Pointe. EIS US Umm Sequim 6.00pm Lara The Ballet Centre, Motor City 6.15pm Beth Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 4.15pm Lorna Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 4.15pm Becky Spa Dunya 5.00pm Wafa Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 3.30pm Becky Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 4.00pm Carmen Turning Pointe. Gems Royal Dubai Mirdif 2.40pm Aindrea Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis 1.45pm Lorna Turning Pointe. GWA (School Only)Al Barsha2.30pm Sophie
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THURSDAY Babies Ballet - Fs1 Beginners Taekwondo Grade 3 Ballet Grade 3 Ballet Grade 4 Ballet Grade 4 Ballet Grade 6 Yr1 Intermediate Taekwondo Kids Ballet Little Gymnastics(3.5-4 yo) Live Dance - Level 1A (7yrs-9yrs) Live Dance - Level 1B (10yrs-12yrs) Prep/Pre Primary - Fs2 & Yr1 Primary Ballet Primary Ballet Primary Ballet Rhythmic Gymnastics(5-6 yo) Rhythmic Gymnastics(5-6 yo) Rhythmic Gymnastics(6-8 yo) Rhythmic Gymnastics(CG) Rhythmic Gymnastics(CG) Street Jazz 6 - 9yrs Street Jazz 6 - 9yrs Tiger Kids (3-6 years) Tiger Kids (7-9 years)
Turning Pointe. GWEK The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif Turning Pointe. OPTIMAL FITNESS Turning Pointe. OPTIMAL FITNESS The Ballet Centre ,Jumeirah Spa Dunya Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Sharmila Dance - DUCTAC, MOE Turning Pointe. GWEK Turning Pointe. STAR Umm Sequim Turning Pointe. OPTIMAL FITNESS Turning Pointe. GWSO Silicon Oasis Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR Turning Pointe. GWPS Turning Pointe. GIS AL KHAIL GFX Studio GFX Studio
12:30pm Thea 3.30pm Sabum 4.30pm Aindrea 5.30pm Michelle 5.30pm Aindrea 5.00pm Lauren 6.00pm Lauren 4.30pm Sabum 4.00pm Wafa 1.00pm Julia 4.00pm Sharmila 5.00pm Sharmila 1.30pm Thea 4.15pm Michelle 4.00pm Lauren 2.15pm Lauren 2.00pm Julia 3.00pm Julia 4.00pm Julia 5.15pm Julia 6.45pm Julia 1.30pm Michelle 3.15pm Thea 4.30pm Warren Connelly 5.30pm Warren Connelly
Gems of Yoga
4.30pm Jithu
FRIDAY Kids Yoga (Pre-book)
Children’s Activity Classes Abu Dhabi - December 2014 SATURDAY Babies Ballet Grade 1 Ballet Grade 2 Ballet Grade 3 Ballet Prep ballet Primary Ballet
Turning Pointe. Pearl Primary School Turning Pointe. Pearl Primary School Turning Pointe. Pearl Primary School Turning Pointe. Pearl Primary School Turning Pointe. Pearl Primary School Turning Pointe. Pearl Primary School
9.15am Ami 11.30am Ami 9.45pm Ami 2.00pm Ami 10.45am Ami 1.00pm Ami
Turning Pointe. Brighton College Turning Pointe. Brighton College
4.00pm Sophie 5.30pm Sophie
SUNDAY Babies Ballet FS1 (3-4yrs old) Contemporary 12yrs +
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ABU DHABI / DUBAI - CHILDREN'S ACTIVITY CLASSES
Pre-Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.15pm Lizelle Pre Vocational Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 5.30pm Aindrea Prep Ballet – 4 yrs The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 3.45pm Helena Prep Ballet (3-4 y.o) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 3.00pm Becky Primary Ballet The Ballet Centre, Jumeirah 4.15pm Jamie Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. DIA Emirates Hills 4.30pm Carmen Primary Ballet Turning Pointe. GWPS 2.30pm Michelle Primary Ballet (6+ y.o) Exhale Fitness Studio, JBR 5.00pm Becky Primary Modern The Ballet Centre, Motor City 3.30pm Beth Pure Ponte (Advanced) Turning Pointe. EBN Mirdif 6.30pm Aindrea Street Jazz 8 - 12yrs Turning Pointe. JPS Al Safa Park 5.30pm Michelle Street Jazz G1-4 (6-9yrs) Turning Pointe. GWIS 4.15pm Paty Street Jazz G4-7 Turning Pointe. GWA (School Only)Al Barsha4.45pm Sophie Street Jazz KG2-G3 Turning Pointe. GWA (School Only)Al Barsha3.50pm Sophie Young Musicians 4 (5-6 yrs) Jumeirah Music Centre 4.30pm Maristela
Grade 1 Ballet Grade 2 Ballet Grade 4 Ballet Hip Hop Yr3-6 (7-11yrs old) Pre Primary Ballet Pre Primary Ballet FS2 (4-5yrs old) Primary Ballet
Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Brighton College Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Brighton College Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City
3.00pm Carmen 5.45pm Carmen 6.45pm Carmen 3.15pm Sophie 5.00pm Carmen 4.45pm Sophie 4.00pm Carmen
MONDAY Grade 1 Ballet Grade 4 Ballet Pre Primary Ballet Primary Ballet
Turning Pointe. Gems American Academy 4.45pm Ami Turning Pointe. Gems American Academy 5.45pm Ami Turning Pointe. Gems American Academy 3.00pm Ami Turning Pointe. Gems American Academy 3.45pm Ami
TUESDAY Babies Ballet Grade 3 Ballet Grade 3 performers Hip Hop 5 - 8yrs Hip Hop 9 - 12+yrs
Turning Pointe. Al RAHA Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Al RAHA Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Al RAHA Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Al RAHA Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Al RAHA Khalifa City
3.00pm Sophie 6.30pm Sophie 4.30pm Sophie 3.45pm Sophie 5.30pm Sophie
Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City Turning Pointe. CAMBRIDGE Turning Pointe. Sheik Zayed Private School Turning Pointe. Al Yasmina Khalifa City Turning Pointe. CAMBRIDGE
3.30pm Ami 5.00pm Ami 6.00pm Ami 12.00pm Thea 12.45pm Ami 4.00pm Ami 2.15pm Thea
Turning Pointe. Brighton College Turning Pointe. Brighton College Turning Pointe. Brighton College Turning Pointe. Sheik Zayed Private School
5.15pm Sophie 3.15pm Sophie 4.15pm Sophie 1.00pm Sophie
WEDNESDAY Babies Ballet Grade 1 Ballet Grade 3 Ballet Pre Primary Ballet - Fs.2 S.O. Prep ballet class - Kg1 & kg2 Primary Ballet Primary Ballet Yr.1
THURSDAY Grade 1 Ballet Yr2 (6-7yrs old) Grade 2 Ballet Yr3+ (7+yrs old) Primary Ballet Yr1 (5-6yrs old) Street Jazz class (6-9yrs)
Children’s Activity Classes Ras Al Khaimah - December 2014 MONDAY Grade 1 Ballet Yr2 Grade 2 Ballet Yr3 Primary Ballet Yr1 Pre Primary Ballet Fs2 Street Jazz (8yrs+)
Turning Pointe. RAK Academy IB Campus 5.00pm Lorna Turning Pointe. RAK Academy IB Campus 6.00pm Lorna Turning Pointe. RAK Academy IB Campus 3.15pm Lorna Turning Pointe. RAK Academy IB Campus 4.15pm Lorna Turning Pointe. RAK Academy IB Campus 7.00pm Lorna
Children’s Activity Classes Sharjah - December 2014 THURSDAY Grade 1 Ballet Yr2 Grade 2 ballet Pre Primary Fs2 Primary Ballet Yr1
Turning Pointe. VISS Sharjah Turning Pointe. VISS Sharjah Turning Pointe. VISS Sharjah Turning Pointe. VISS Sharjah
4.15pm Chloe 5.15pm Chloe 1.45pm Chloe 3.15pm Chloe
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