ROYAL DESIGNERS
RIDE WITH PRIDE
All About Zakat
Alireza:
McDonald’s CSR Initiatives Special Eid Gifts Your Suhoor Meal Plan Under the Italian Sun with ISSUE 78 JULY 2015
Maserati and Zegna
FROM THE EDITOR
Editor-in-Chief Enas Hashani Managing Editor Maria Mahdaly Executive Editor Bassma Al Toaimi
YOU’RE IN FOR A RIDE
Editors Sahrish Ali Sohila El Saadany Contributing Writers Ahmad Mesawa Ahmed Gassas Amal Al Toaimi Anousha Vakani Elizabeth Davis Massa Bitar Mohammed Harasani Mohammed Mirza Nada Megbil Sarah Alruwaily Art Director Reem Al Assal Studio Manager Mohamed Fawzy Graphic Designers Mohammed Rashad Dina Al Amoudi Jalila Alharith Photographers Mohamed Fawzy Reem Al Assal
July is rolling in nicely, we’re halfway through the Holy Month and the festive lights are starting to line the streets signaling the coming of Eid Al Fitr. For this issue of DJ, we decided to put together a special edition that celebrates and gives insight into the men of the city. A decision that made most of the gents in our office jump out of their seats and left the rest of us intrigued. As we were brainstorming, we found ourselves asking, “What do men want?” Someone yelled “cars!” from the back of the room followed by a dozen yes’s. Sure enough, a good portion of these pages have been crafted to make the eyes of petrol heads twinkle. And as usual, the issue is filled to the brim with relevant articles for everyone. Destination Jeddah is a magazine that is made for you by you. We are able to churn one issue after another because of the wonderful Jeddawis setting up shop in the city, driving change in the community and simply making Jeddah a pretty awesome place to live. Eid Mubarak and may your days be filled with joy, blessedness and laughter!
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A Tour of Italy with Maserati p. 92 Buy Me From Danube and Sasco Palm for Only SR 10
It’s all about the men this month!
Eid is around the corner. Get ready to go shopping! Get inspired with gift ideas on p. 48
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Business • It’s all About Zakat • McDonald’s and CSR • Abdulaziz Al Nabulsi and The Royal Designers
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Healthy Living • Suhoor Power Foods • Get Your Sports On • Protein Consumption
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Spirituality • Optimism • Sponsor an Orphan • Wedad Charity Speaks Out
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Arts & Entertainment • Saudi Art in Amsterdam • Islamic Books • The C Creations, by Lina Qummosani
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Explore KSA • Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque • Historic Saudi: Petroglyphs at Shuwaymis
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Saudi Students Win Big in 2015 Intel ISEF Competition The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, in which as many as 1,700 students from 75 countries participated, saw six amazingly bright students from Saudi Arabia win eight medals this year. The highest accolade was Abduljabbar Alhamood’s Dudley R. Herschbach SIYSS Award, which he received for his study on temporarily genetically modifying a variety of important crops. He also won Intel ISEF Best of Category Award of $5,000 for Plant Sciences and placed first in that category. Abdulaziz Yahya Alshahrani of Alareen
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School in Abha won fourth place in Biomedical and Health Sciences, Refal and Renad Mowaffaq Bougis of the 30th Secondary School in Makkah won fourth in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Noorah Ziad Alfaddagh from Al Faisaliah Islamic Schools in Khobar won fourth in Environmental Engineering, and Lulwah Ziyad Alshiha from Najd National Schools in Riyadh won fourth in Plant Sciences. We have never been more proud, and we hope to see these students become role models for the other enterprising students of the region. Congratulations!
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Swindler Tricks Twitter Users for Sympathy, Money A twitter user by the name of Sara Ibrahim managed to convince thousands of Saudi twitter users that she was a child with cancer before being uncovered. The unknown person behind the fake social media accounts had been using the images of an actual cancer survivor named Esme to solicit sympathy and donations from people. Reports indicate that the imposter had redirected inquirers that wished to help her to a bank account that belonged to a woman named Ilham Mahfooth who was allegedly a Syrian refugee in need of help. Lawyers said the deception may carry a 3 year jail sentence and a SR 2 million fine.
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Uber and Easy Taxi
Saudi Total Launches Safe Driving and Traffic Safety Campaigns
Uber started a campaign, UberGive, on June 15, where drivers picked up nonperishable food donations from homes and delivered them to Albir Society so they can be assorted to help feed communities in Ramadan.
Easy Taxi announces new rides from Jeddah to Makkah with affordable offers and packages for passengers to perform Omrah.
Team Galag Concludes Gumball 3000
The “Road Safety” campaign launched by Saudi Total aims to raise awareness of safe driving and traffic safety to the community, especially the new generation of children. The campaign is being run at schools in Saudi Arabia by providing younger generations with a better understanding and knowledge of road safety, with more than 3,000 students participating in Jeddah. The Saudi Total campaign is being instructed by the company’s safety specialists.
The representative Saudi team in Gumball 3000’s annual run, Team Galag, won the Spirit of Gumball3000 this year for awesome overall everything, by which we mean we loved their steampunk inspired baseball hats, their brilliant car and their name. The team drove in a Mercedes SLR with Saudi plates and what seemed to look like a slick black matte paint job and revving that really was, well, galag. We have received reports with information noting that their Snapchat had been a highlight, but this writer missed it. Till next year, Gumball 3000! And Team 37… Put your hats up for sale already, will you? DESTINATIONJEDDAH.COM 9
EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS
EVENTS & HAPPENINGS 1. Jotun Unveil their Most Beautiful Paint Ever
The number one paint manufacturer in Saudi Arabia launched their latest innovation, Fenomastic My Home. Three new themes comprised the new launching: A Place of Essence, A Play of Harmony and A Place of Beauty. Leading style experts worked alongside Lisbeth Larsen, Global Colour and Creative Director at Jotun, to determine the three new color themes. Marketing Manager, Faisal Kareem and Interior Category Product Manager, Alaa Al Harbi were both present for the launching. 4.
2. Bridging Cultural Gaps at Jeddah Digital and Comic Exhibition
On June 9, Call of Culture organized Jeddah Digital and Comic Exhibition in an effort to promote the role technology plays in encouraging positive dialogue. A cultural alliance, Le C Alliance, was also launched at the event. 2.
3. LG Launches the G4
LG Electronics unveiled their flagship G4 smartphone in Saudi Arabia at Park Hyatt on June 6. Duek Soo Ahn, President of LG Electronics Saudi Arabia, announced the launching of the most ambitious phone LG has ever created.
4. 16th Annual Bisat Al Reeh Ramadan Charity Exhibition
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The AMG Performance Tour took place Feb. 18 in Yas Marina Abu Dhabi. The selected participants, who tested the driving performance of the Mercedes AMG supercar models, generated an astounding 15,300 horsepower. Dirk Fetzer from Daimler Middle East and Levant remarked that the AMG Performance Tour provided the perfect environment to demonstrate the engineering masterpiece of the AMG vehicles. The Mercedes AMG GT S and C 63 AMG models were unveiled at this exclusive Middle East launch. The event was a definite treat for AMG Mercedes enthusiasts in the region.
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Al Bidayah Center hosted a Books and Cookies Sale on May 28 to support animal rescue centers and animal shelters in Jeddah. The event was a success with an estimated 1,000 books donated and over 400 sold. Proceeds were donated to Gus’s Hope, Open Paws, Kitty Tender Love and Care and Pets in Need. 7.
7. First Choice Program
The International Diabetes Care Center held the First Choice Health and Nutrition Program on June 21 and will be running through until July 2. The program focus on children aged between 9-12 years old and aims to create awareness and education through the program. 12 DESTINATION JEDDAH JULY 2015
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SHARA ART FAIR
Hosting art galleries from Saudi Arabia and abroad; as well as a silent auction of artwork donated by Al Mansouria Foundation.
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A four-day event about Eid, from abayas to gowns. Location: Libra Boutique Mob: +966-540884744 Email: info@libraboutique.com
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A large festival featuring different activities for different ages.
For girls aged 8-15 and boys aged 8-12, a special journey with trained therapists into a world to discovery about the self, others and the world around them.
Location: Al Balad Web: historicjeddah.com Email: info@historicjeddah.com historicjeddah
Time: 12:45 – 4:30 p.m. Mob: +966-500103083 Web: actjeddah.com Email: info@actjeddah.com
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A large festival feature different activities for different ages. Location: Al Balad Web: historicjeddah.com Email: info@historicjeddah.com historicjeddah
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KAEC EID FESTIVAL
Eid celebrations at King Abdullah Economic City. Location: KAEC Web: visit.kaec.net Tel: 8001180010
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GRAND BAZAAR EXPO
THE HIDDEN QUALITIES OF QUANTITIES
The largest public shopping exhibition in the month of Ramadan.
Dana Awartani will be showcasing an entirely new body of work for her first solo.
Location: Hilton Tel: +966-12-2570750 Web: grandexpoksa.com
Location: Athr Gallery Tel: +966-12-2845009 Web: athrart.com
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The show will be introducing works that deal with optical illusion, be it literal, cognitive or psychological. Location: Athr Gallery Tel: +966-12-2845009 Web: athrart.com
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Nasser Al Salem presents an installation that realizes the experience of the meaning behind a verse from the Holy Qur'an.
Athr puts on its annual design show; collaborations include House of Today and Artfactum in Beirut, A-Guph from Riyadh and LeiVanKash Jewellery from London.
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Aser Bokhary Opening the Graduation of 2015
AGS Providing a Holistic Approach to Learnings SKILLS
The Cambridge Curriculum develops critical reasoning skills, problem solving and other skills needed to be creative, inventive and to think ‘out of the box’ Learn from when approaching new yesterday. things to learn.
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KNOWLEDGE
Learning in the 21st century is about more than just knowledge. The values, skills and attitudes students learn will help them develop into effective citizens of Saudi Arabia and the world beyond.
Seize today. Aspire for tomorrow.
Developing social and emotional intelligence in the ever-changing modern world is something everyone needs to function efficiently and process the knowledge, skills and values they hold. Interactive and respectful people who care about the community create a wholesome and happy world.
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Location: King Road, Al Nahda Email: info@ags.edu.sa Web: ags.edu.sa KG (3 - 6 yrs) - Tel: +966-12-4202525 Boys Section Gr 4-8 - Tel: +966-12-4202105/432 Girls Section Gr 1-8 - Tel: +966-12-4202429/283
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Destination KSA AR+ is a mobile application through which Desitnation magazines evolved to Augmented Reality enabled magazines. We believe that through AR technologies the perception of printed media can be altered to the best. Combining printed media with AR technologies will enhance the reader experience enormously through: - Circularity of communication - Dynamic contents
Open the application and point the camera to the page with the AR+ icon and experience the magic.
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Scan the QR code to download the application from the App Store and Google Play, Destination KSA AR+ Application is developed and powered by Zeedia platform. www.zeedia.net
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MOHAMMED ALIREZA
Why Social Responsibility is a Must Out of all the franchises to choose from, why McDonald’s? We were interested in McDonald’s as it is globally renown as the number one food retail brand. When it became apparent that the corporation was willing to enter the Kingdom, we approached it. It is basically the ‘golden nugget’ of quick service restaurants.
What are some of the philanthropic projects that McDonald’s has undertaken in the country?
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Moreover we organize the McMile Run, a sporting marathon in which children and adults of all age groups can participate. We also have programs that involve hospital visits by our customer relations team, some of whom get dressed in McDonald’s characters, in an effort
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An active lifestyle is very important for one’s well being, and as a brand we believe that awareness should be created in the communities through the various sporting programs we hold. We sponsor or partner up with sports related activities and organizers in the region. Four years ago the Jeddah 3x3 Basketball tournament was created after being approached by Team Up – a young and enthusiastic Saudi agency. The tournament now involves a charitable aspect where each of the three sponsors donate SR 10 to charity for each basket scored.
to put smiles on people’s faces, especially children. Additionally, we have long standing relationships with many charities in the region, which we always assist and support whenever we can.
On what basis do you choose these projects?
From the start, we've been committed to doing the right thing. Our efforts ensure that our business practices and policies make a positive impact on society. We try to support any initiative that has a positive impact in whatever way we can. For us, children really come first, and many of our activities have been related to them and their
well-being. For the last few years we’ve been doing the Ramadan Book Program in which we create and develop children’s stories teaching them good morals and values that are relevant to our society. We then sell them through our restaurants and the proceeds are donated to charity.
What are some of the activities McDonald’s engaged in that encourage the employment of Saudi youth? In the early years, it was quite a struggle to employ Saudi youth, due to the perceptions associated with working in the service industry, but now, the winds are changing. Our Saudization programs are constantly evolving to better suit the needs of the Saudi youth and we work hard to create an environment where they can feel that they can develop and thrive. We’ve broken barriers and have been leading not only in the industry but also in the
private sector as a whole in terms of Saudization. We’ve always believed that the youth are the future of our country and currently we have over 25 percent Saudization in our company and we are working hard to increase it. We have also introduced a couple of manager trainee programs. These are tailor made programs that are developed based on the educational and experience levels of various applicants. This will allow participants to be fast tracked to a store manager position in as fast as nine months in some cases. We try to work closely with the MOL and the HRDF to support their initiatives and programs, and we hope to maintain this. We have also been working with the Help Center to employ special needs young adults in our stores where we train and develop them in a safe and friendly environment. Web: mcdonaldsarabia.com McDonaldsKSA
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Clean Your Finances With
ZAKAT
All you need to know about zakat. By Sahrish Ali
The teachings of the Holy Qur’an and hadith classify the people on whom Zakat should be spent, into eight groups: "The alms are only for the Fuqara' (the poor), and Al Masakin (the needy) and those employed to collect (the funds); and to attract the hearts of those who have been inclined (towards Islam); and to free the captives; and for those in debt; and for Allah's Cause, and for the wayfarer (a traveler who is cut off from everything); a duty imposed by Allah. And Allah is All-Knower, All-Wise." [Al Quran 9:60]
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In terms of meaning, the word Zakat is taken as “purification” and “growth.” In the light of Islamic teachings it is defined as an act, made obligatory upon every eligible Muslim, in which he or she has to give a calculated amount of his/her wealth to less fortunate people. who have been described by the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and hadith.
If a person’s wealth exceeds the nisaab, then they must pay zakat on their total wealth. Nisaab is equivalent to the monetary value of 85 grams of gold or 595 grams of silver. Since the nisaab value constantly changes, it should be checked and calculated before paying zakat.
THERE ARE TWO KINDS OF ZAKAT
Zakat on wealth, which differs from Zakat Al Fitr. Whoever pays zakat on wealth is not relieved of paying Zakat Al Fitr and vice versa.
ZAKAT ON BUSINESSES
Steps you should follow while paying zakat for your business: 1. Take your current savings, all cash in hand, any tradable business inventory you own, and the value of any active investments and marketable securities you have and add them together. 2. Deduce any immediate liabilities such as your bills, payroll, insurance payments, etc. 3. Subtract your immediate liabilities from your current assets. 4. The following equation may be useful to conveniently get the percentage of zakat: The amount of zakat = the value of goods in hand + cash assets + recoverable debts - debts x 2.5 percent.
GRANTS
If the money you have is in the form of a grant from the government, the easiest way for you, with regards to paying zakat, is to wait until one hijri year has passed, then check your bank and pay 2.5 percent (25 out of every thousand) from whatever you have. In case you are living hand to mouth, as it were (i.e., spending it all straightaway), and you do not have enough left to reach the level of the nisaab, and a year has passed, then you are not obliged to pay zakat.
KEEP IN MIND • Zakat cannot be paid for building, repairing or renovation of mosques. • The money from zakat cannot be used to pay the outstanding debts of a person who died. If paid, such action will be considered invalid. Whoever dies and owes zakat, his heirs must pay it from his wealth, and that takes precedence over the will and inheritance. • No zakat is due on houses, cars or buildings that a person owns, unless one intends to trade in them. • By reducing wealth confinement the Zakat system makes sure the circulation of wealth in society is fair.
The Department of Zakat and Income Tax (DZIT) is a government agency that reports to Ministry of Finance. It was established as per Ministerial Resolution no. 394, dated 1370/8/7 H. (1951/06/14).
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GIVE YOUR CAR Car customization has always been popular in KSA. Abdulaziz Al Nabulsi’s The Royal Designers took it to the next level. By Ahmed Gassas
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Abdulaziz Al Nabulsi, founder of The Royal Designers, got into the car customizing and modification market in 2009. The company re-engineers the vehicles in both, design and performance. The Royal Designers can customize the interior, exterior, braking, performance and anything else that needs to be done to make the ride look better. At the time being, the company focuses on high-end cars such as the Tesla, Fisker, Corvette, Camaro, sports cars and European cars.
The Royal Designers also produce carbon fiber parts for cars, boats, jet skis, planes and motorcycles. The types of body kits that are available at The Royal Designers include Brabus, Hammann, Lumma, Techart and Al Nabulsi’s personal favorite Mansory, as he puts the kit on his own personal cars such as the BMW X6 and the Porsche Panamera. The available rims include ADV1, Forigato, Vossen, Zero and Giovanna.
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The company installs different types of parts. To begin with, there are the small parts that are fully made in-house such as splitters, wings, flender flares and body kits. Secondly, there are the customization body kits that are imported such as Mansory, Hamann and other brands. Thirdly, there are customizations that are not limited to finding the suitable bodies but may require the modification of existing ones. For example, a Mercedes CLS Class body kit was once modified to fit on a Mercedes C Class. The two vehicles are of different sizes so the edges of the body kit had to be made, the bumper had to be cut in half and remolded to fit the size of the C Class. The Royal Designers have the capability to render and 3D print the final outlook of the car before clients make the decision. Some clients know exactly what they want beforehand while some clients are open to see what the company has to offer. The Royal Designers started here in Jeddah, but Al Nabulsi will carry on with his vision to expand to other key areas in Saudi Arabia. Mob: +966-543330193 Email: royaldesigners@outlook.com royaldesigners
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DON’T DRIVE? hire a ride!
Since getting around town is always an issue (especially for women), we rounded up some of the most used transportation services available. By Sahrish Ali
Ordering an Uber car is awesome (actually it’s fun) and super-easy. You do it on your phone. The app interface is simply beautiful. You pinpoint where your location is, and before you order the car, Uber tells you how many minutes away an available car is. Once you order, you have %+90 confidence that the car will be there when it says it will be there. However, you need to sign up with your credit card, as it doesn’t accept any other form of payment. For long trips around and outside the city, they have fixed flat rates. There are two car options: low cost Uber X starts with a base rate of SR 6 and adds 0.50 per minute. Minimum fare is SR 12. Uber black is the original Uber, which starts its base rate at SR 9 with a minimum fare of SR 20. Payment: Credit Web: uber.com
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Uber
The best thing about Careem is their occasional offers and freeride promotions. They are very generous about that.
Careem
Taxi Pixi
Easy Taxi
Careem provides easy sign up and bookings with their app, which is available for download on all platforms. It’s very straightforward and easy to use. Once you sign up, they prompt you if you need to be picked up right at the moment or if you would like to book a ride for later. If you have chosen a dropoff location, the app shows you an estimate amount, of course depending on the type of car you have chosen.
Taxi Pixi uses the same concept as Careem. However, the app interface is a bit cluttered. They have two kinds of trips: one way or car rentals. Each kind of trip offers four different types of cars. Cars can also be rented for 4 hours, 8 hours or for a full day. Prices depend on your location but often start at above SR 18. They give you a receipt after completing a trip. Cars are always clean and the drivers courteous.
Most of their cars are on time and the chauffeurs are very well mannered.
Payment: Cash Web: taxipixi.com
If you don’t mind taking a taxi instead of riding in a private car, Easy Taxi is the service to use. We haven’t come across any other taxi services with such fast arriving cars. There’s always a 100 percent guarantee that a cab will reach you within minutes of requesting one. The taxis are mostly clean, however, not always. At first they didn’t really have a dedicated system for fares: you could either negotiate the prices or go along with the meter system. Fare rate is around 10-5 riyals more than what you would pay a normal cab.
Payment: Cash or credit Web: careem.com
Payment: Cash or credit Web: easytaxi.com
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At Your SERVICE We present you with a few services that are bound to come in handy. By Sohila El Saadany
Maharah
Maharah (coming soon) is the first leading mobile platform in the Kingdom to connect people with professional maintenance and civil workers. All you have to do is submit a request through the application. After that you will be connected to staff members who will get the job done. Web: maharah.co
Porsche Club Jeddah
Owners of Porsche cars can join the club in order to attend events, Track Days (driving in track circuits), and Motorsport events like Jeddah Race of Champions and Porsche Club Sprint Challenge, receive technical advice and get discounts on some car events. Those who don’t own Porsche cars, but are actively looking to buy one, can join to gain access to events and interact with current members. Tel: +966-12-6832000 Web: porscheclub-jeddah.com
Polisher
Cleaning your car is now an easy task with the help of Polisher. Polisher is a new car cleaning service that arrives at your doorstep. The cleaners reach you at your location and they not only wash the car on the outside, but clean it on the inside using steam. The steam helps them limit their water consumption so they don’t use water carelessly. You can even add other services such as shampooing the interior, waxing the exterior and so much more. Mob: +966-591120902 Web: polisher.co
Vanoman
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Jeddah Jeepers
To those interested in Wranglers, road trips and outdoor picnics, this is your club. Most members of the club own a model of the Wrangler. Web: jeddahjeepers.com Email: info@jeddahjeepers.com Jeddah Jeepers jeddahjeepers
The Jeddah Jeepers regularly organizes trips to traverse the roads and deserts of the Kingdom.
transport service providers. You will then get bids from the movers so you can pick the most suitable price. Web: vanoman.com
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STYLING ADVICE FROM THE EXPERTS Keep this guide handy.
By Sahrish Ali and Sohila El Saadany
HATEM ALAKEEL Designer/ Founder Web: tobybyhatem.com
Have your own style and create your own personal statement that reflects your personality. You don’t have to follow the trend wagon. – Hatem Alakeel, Toby
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Things Men Should Always Consider • Being well groomed and presentable is vital to you and your reputation. Don’t look shabby; look elegant. • Always take the occasion you are going to into consideration, dress accordingly. For a classic traditional look A traditional white and well-ironed classic thobe made of mixed fabric. For a causal look A good pair of blue jeans and a well-tailored dress shirt with a cool blazer. Style Your Shemagh “Every region has a different scarf. Right now people are mixing the red and white together and that’s in style.” – Hatem Aqeel, Toby
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BAKRY ALKAFF
Visionary/ Fashion Consultant Web: pattern.agency
The world of fashion is a very complex one. Our perspective of clothing has changed a lot throughout the history of fashion. My style falls in between classic and hipster. – Bakry Alkaff
What to Keep in Mind
1- Runners are more likely to greet other runners who are wearing similar kit. 2- Modern men are twice as likely as women to own more than 10 pairs of shoes. 3- The human eye takes longer to travel across patterned fabrics, this makes the body appear larger. 4- Men think they are physically stronger when wearing a Superman t-shirt!
Trends to look out for • All White and Minimalist Looks: This is a refreshing change from the bold patterns that have taken over menswear these past few years. • Pastels: Head to toe monochrome and tonal looks, in more nude, yellow, peachy-pink tone, or deeper shades of rose pink are coming on strong, possibly until 2017.
WHAT WE SAID No No’s • Don’t overdo it with prints. We get that you are fun and into colors. • Fits that are not tailored. Please avoid anything that’s too tight or too loose, basically anything ill fitting.
Recent thobe trends are metallic and light grey.
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Find the right pair of shoes. SHORTS
JEANS
CASUAL CHINOS
DRESS TROUSERS
Boat shoes
Cassic hi-tops
Espadrilles
Camp mocs
Brogued captoes
Classic sneakers
Longwings
White plimsolls
Tan bucks
Penny loafers
Wingtips
Bright sneakers
Blucher mocs
Chukkas
Plain toe bluchers
SUITS
No No’s Cap toe bals
Sandals are meant to be worn without socks, however you can wear ankle socks with loafers.
Perf toe bals
Medallion toe wholecuts
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-Thobe undergarments should not be too long. They shouldn’t show.
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You want to look good don’t you? These tips will aid you on your mission! By Sahrish Ali and Sohila El Saadany
COLOGNE 101 Do not apply too much cologne, as you do not want to suffocate those around you. The best place to apply your scent is the chest, because that way the fragrance will be trapped between your skin and clothes and will last longer. You can also apply it on the biceps or crook of the arm.
SHAVE IT FOR LATER • Skin tends to be puffy first thing in the morning so for less cuts give it at least 10 minutes to breathe before shaving. To prepare skin for shaving, use warm water to wash your face. • Apply shaving cream using your fingertips in a circular pattern. • You’re not a rebel even if you act like one. Go with the flow when it comes to shaving. Don’t go against the grain with your razor to avoid skin irritation. • In case of skin irritation, use anti-inflammatory balm and try rubbing the area with an ice cube. • Always moisturize, it is important. n
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Maison Margiela SR 1,203
Rag & Bone SR 410
Saturdays Surf NYC SR 154
Travel in Comfort & Style Tods SR 921
Alexander McQueen SR 717
Tumi SR 2,277 Givenchy SR 2,558
Balmain SR 2,405
Saint Laurent SR 4,502
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Saint Laurent SR 1,126
Acne Studios SR 410
Givenchy SR 1,637
King Apparel SR 150
Maison Margiela SR 7,929
Under Cover SR 1,254
Dior
Alexander McQueen SR 563
Maison Margiela SR 1,433
Nike SR 512 Calvin Klein Collection SR 1,637
Rick Owens SR 3,121
Rick Owens SR 2,507
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Mansur Gavriel SR 1,800
Sicilian Summer
Gucci SR 1,350
Eugenia Kim SR 1,680
Milly SR 942
Dolce & Gabbana SR 7,000
Milly SR1,570
Dolce & Gabbana SR 8,000
Tabitha Simmons SR 1,500
Dolce & Gabbana SR 1,000
Christian Louboutin SR 3,360
Christian Louboutin SR 3,600
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Christian Louboutin SR 2,300
Iman Linjawi Law graduate from London but fashion addict at heart. Travels the world and gets inspiration from street markets to runways. Studied design and styling with London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martin. Email: iman.linjawi@gmail.com
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Don’t know what hue of blue matches you? We’ve got you covered with the king of all jeans, 7 for all Mankind.
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Aiming for that ruggedly handsome look? American washes are a top choice for modern and classic men with a penchant for Italian denim with just the right stone wash.
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INSIGHT FROM
Kikou Ibe G-shock Founder, Kikuo Ibe, tells us more about his brand. By Mohammed Mirza
Can you tell us about how the concept of G-shock came about? I received a watch from my father when I passed high school. I continued to use it for many years even after beginning to work at Casio. However one day it dropped and broke. So I got upset and thought of a solution for it and that’s how G-shock came about.
What was the initial reaction to G-Shock in the market?
In 1983, slim watches were preferred. And during the
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initial years it was not accepted widely. However, in the 90’s the trend picked up and G-Shock became widely accepted.
In today’s time do you consider your watches to be a utility or a fashion accessory?
G-shock offers both utility and fashion. In terms of utility we offer toughness, durability and shock resistance. While in terms of fashion we offer new styles, colors and designs.
Your personal favorite watch?
The very first G-Shock, the DW-5000.
5 THINGS MEN SHOULD CONSIDER WHILE BUYING WATCHES? 1. Durability 2. Quality 3. Functionality 4. Features 5. Design
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SUMOU GIFTS
Sara Saleh AlFadl thought of Sumou Gifts last March just in time for Ramadan 2014. A special occasion was coming up and a meaningful giveaway was needed. AlFadl couldn’t think of anything of more value than the Holy Qur’an as she always thought presents should either be edible or very practical. Sumou Gifts mainly specializes in the customization of covers for the Qur’an and other books and booklets.
An Arabic word for “highness,” Sumou Gifts is the one place where you will find gifts for your loved ones that are both precious and practical. By Anousha Vakani
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Practical, personalized presents for your loved ones.
QUR’AN 1. Classic Covers
Choose from three different sizes in either lace or velvet, then move on to the color palette where you can choose from a variety of pastels and brights, and also decide whether you want a matte or glossy finish. Next, select from Sumou Gift’s variety of border styles and finally decide whether or not you want to personalize it further with a name on the cover.
2. Special Covers
BOOKLET GIVEAWAYS
3. Special Customization
Sumou’s booklet giveaways have been popular in birth announcements at both hospitals or home receptions. There are many options to choose from: Hisn Almuslim booklet, book of Duaas, Soorat Albaqara and many more. An order can contain more than one color and font color and you can choose to add a nametag on or have the names engraved on them.
A favorite of AlFadl’s is the “parent’s cover,” where a parent-related Qur’anic verse is printed in the middle of the cover. The parent’s cover is a bestseller with the most touching feedback from both givers and receivers. Special covers can be customized to your needs, for example a “marriage cover” if you wish to gift it to your spouse. For special occasions, Sumou Gifts does full customization of the covers according to your preferences, whether for weddings, birth announcements, company giveaways or any other events.
SPECIAL RAMADAN GIVEAWAYS An excellent way to add more blessings to all your Ramadan gatherings, Sumou Gifts organizes personalized giveaway booklets whether you choose the Duaa booklets or Duaa Khatm Al Qur’an (the duaa of completing the Qur’an). The Ramadan giveaways double as Eid presents as a means of encouraging your loved ones to continue reading the Holy Qur’an well after Ramadan is over. Mob: +966-553585577 SumouGifts
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Shopping for
EID GIFTS?
The Store Tribal pillow cover by Mansoojat. SR 200 - 300
Get something different this year. By Sohila El Saadany
Gift your loved ones innovative items to decorate their homes. We Recommend
Sinwan Concept (Rawdah St.)
Decorative stools and tables.
Zara Home Photo frames
West Elm
(Tahlia St.)
Coasters SR 70 - 80
Vero’s Creations Traditional handmade baskets. veroscreations
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Lovesac (Stars Avenue)
Book ends SR 600 - 700
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STAFF CHOICE
1.CREATIVE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
Balloona Greeting cards
2.GIFT BASKETS
Assemble a basket filled with thoughtful gifts. We Recommend
balloonaco
SR 15
Art Center Customized Qur’an Mob: +966-509677451 SR 50 - 100
Mint Homemade delights that include gluten-free foods and natural body scrubs mint_by_nng
November Nine Plope, postcard/ envelope hybrid. novembernine9 SR 90 - 120 per pack
3.ISLAMIC ART
Gorgeous art pieces with an Islamic depth to them make great gifts. We Recommend Gallery One (Red Sea Mall)
Beautiful calligraphic art pieces. Prices start from SR 3,000 for larger frames but they also have some smaller items in store.
4.CUSTOMIZE IT!
Why not create your own gift any way you prefer? We Recommend Le Cadeau
(Newtown Center, Tahlia St.)
They customize anything you can think of, so be creative. lecadeau._sa
web: g-1.com
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7.EDIBLE GIFTS
5.JEWELERY
You can never go wrong with jewelery. We Recommend Lilian Ismail
(Lomar, Alnadera Jewelery and Stylana.com)
Perfect gift for men
Give away a combination of edible items that aren’t only delicious but picture perfect too! We Recommend
A beautiful collection that combines modern and traditional aspects. Web: lillianismail.com
6.KITCHENWARE
Find the perfect item to complement kitchen utensils. We Recommend Think Kitchen
Pappabubble Red Sea Mall
Handmade customized candy
Haifaa Mall
Fondue pots SR 200
Chocolate Studio Sari St.
Customized chocolate
Aura Living Red Sea Mall
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A R T S & E N T E R TA I N M E N T
A Piece of Saudi in Amsterdam
Aarnout Helb
By Sohila El Saadany
Although trained as a lawyer, Helb was interested in art and beauty ever since a young age. According to him, “Art just comes with life, not with any profession. Artworks are mere flowers of the mind and craftsmanship and they need to be evaluated to distinguish between nonsense and illusion, truth and genuine projection.” He decided to open Greenbox Museum of Contemporary Art from Saudi Arabia, solely dedicated to art made by Saudis on July 12, 2008. The process for that was a long one, but Helb took such a step to try and limit misconceptions about Saudi culture. He explains, “One element to it was increased xenophobia in the Netherlands since the 1990s.
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Another was this open world of internet communication in which recitals and sermons from the MENA region may end up on television here without anyone to supply context or history to embed things in a manner that the majority of people understand and appreciate.” When asked what interested him in Saudi art particularly, he replied, “I do not define anything as ‘Saudi art.’ I take an interest in what artists make in Saudi Arabia. What I find interesting is the moral position that Saudi Arabians have in the world at large, because of their connection with the land and cities from which one of the world’s most important cultures originates and always returns.”
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Greenbox Museum is nestled in Amsterdam to expose the Dutch audience to art made by Saudis. Aarnout Helb, the museum’s founder, offered his insight on Greenbox and Saudi art.
Students at the musuem
Even though it may not be very easy to get Dutch people to visit the museum because it is very foreign to them, Helb still succeeds in getting a lot of people interested. He says, “When I manage to get them into the museum, they react with much interest and enthusiasm. Showing people Abdulnasser Gharem’s The Path and Lulwah Al Homoud’s 99 Most Beautiful Names of Allah or reading to them what Ashraf Fayadh wrote about
Ahmed Mater’s Magnetism, gets them interested in Saudi culture.” Helb chose the museum’s name because he wanted to come up with something lively and of nature. He was also inspired by the green corner at his own house, where he has a green landscape painting and green lamp. As for choosing which artists should be displayed in the museum, Helb elaborates “The museum builds a permanent collection, so it displays whatever it acquires. The artist should be truthful and not completely unaware of beauty.” Helb’s love for art is apparent. He articulates his view of museums as he says, “Museums should preferably be of the world and not create a world of their own.” Web: greenboxmuseum.com
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THE C CREATIONS Using concrete, coral and seashells, Lina Qummosani plunges into the art scene.
By Sohila El Saadany
Qummosani graduated through the Future Center in 1996 from Inchbald School of Design with a diploma in Interior Design, but later took art courses and worked under
the tutelage of Layla Moussa, owner of Layla Moussa Design based in Jeddah.
It all started as I traveled around the beaches of the world collecting shells. After many years of collecting, I wanted to compose the shells and corals artistically, so I began experimenting. — Lina Qummosani
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The new artist on the block, Lina Qummosani, constructs artwork using seashells, coral, paint and concrete. She makes centerpieces, plant pots and much more. She didn’t start out as an artist though, she says, “I began my concrete and coral art a couple of months ago.”
challenging myself to see how creative I could be with the molds.” Qummosani just commenced with her artistic endeavor and hasn’t displayed her work at any exhibitions yet, but she is looking forward to expose the crowds to her unique collection soon. Until then, she is showcasing her work on Instagram and making it available for purchase by art enthusiasts. She was inspired to take on her coral work seriously after watching workers use concrete on a house project she was involved in. She explains, “Without realizing, I started using the raw look of concrete when I covered an entire wall in it and designed partitions out of it. Seeing the result of the concrete around, I thought of testing both materials (coral and concrete) together.”
Email: qbylina@gmail.com qbylina
Qummosani combs beaches looking for corals and shells that would reflect her artistic essence and make beautiful art pieces. “I select the coral then choose one of my many handmade molds. Depending on the size, it may take from ten days to two weeks per item. This is just for the mold. The coral itself takes a minimum of three months to prepare.”
What I create is clean, green and environmentally friendly. A perfect giveaway to a loved one, this Ramadan season.
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Islamic Books you’ve got to Read The Unchallengeable Miracles of the Quran
A library in a Muslim household is incomplete without a good collection of Islamic books. Here are some must-reads.
Yusuf Al Hajj Ahmad This book highlights some of the miracles mentioned in the Qur’an in a way that is relevant to readers coming from different backgrounds and presents the facts in an intellectual way.
By Mohammed Mirza
Muhammad, His Life Based on the Earliest Sources Based on Arabic sources of the eighth and ninth centuries, this book is immensely popular as the definitive biography of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in English.
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Dr. Muhammed Abd Al Rahaman Al Arifi The book thoughtprovokingly uses incidents from the life of the Prophet (PBUH) and his companions to help you change or improve your perspective of life.
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Enjoy Your Life
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The Ideal Muslimah
Muhammad Ali Al Hashimi
From discussing the most trivial of matters to encouraging women to look at the bigger picture of their purpose in life, the book is a must-read for Muslim women from all different walks of life.
The Ideal Muslim Muhammad Ali Al Hashimi
Lost Islamic History
The Muslim man has most excellent example in the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The book highlights the relationship an ideal Muslim man must have with his Lord, family, parents, relatives, friends and the community at large.
Firas Alkhateeb Lost Islamic History gracefully brings together the work of diverse people, geographies and kingdoms, all entwined into one narrative that begins with the Prophet (PBUH) and continues to the present day.
Stories of the Prophets Ibn Kathir The stories of the Prophets mentioned in the book are in a chorological order, and Qur’anic verses, hadiths or interpretations of renowned exegetes of Ibn Kathir’s time support all statements in it.
The Choice Vol. 1 and 2
Ahmed Deedat Interesting for readers of different faiths, The Choice is written in a way similar to the authors on stage persona, the kind that will be informative yet entertaining at the same time.
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Books that Changed the World: The 50 Most Influential Books in Human History By Taylor Andrew SR 64.99
Andrew Taylor sets each text in its historical context and explores its wider influence and legacy. Whether he’s discussing the incandescent effect of The Qur’an, the enduring influence of Adam Smith’s Wealth of Nations, or the way in which Uncle Tom’s Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe galavanized the anti-slavery movement, Taylor has written a stirring and informative testament to human ingenuity and endeavour. We Were Liars
Asylum
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The novel itself has received critical acclaim and won the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Young Adult Fiction. It was also listed as an ALA Top Ten Best Fiction for Young Adults for 2015.
Madeleine Roux’s New York Times bestselling Asylum is a horror story that treads the line between genius and insanity.
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Delicious new season of Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit
Only available between May to September, the gold-fleshed variety of kiwifruit has been launched in this year’s season. zespriarabia
Ms. Moh’s Very Berry Trifle It’s time for trifle lovers to get busy: treat yourself to Ms. Moh Bakery’s delicious trifle. Fresh, bountiful berries adorn this creamy dessert which offers layers of surprises! Cherry on top: @ jaz_delivery will bring it straight your doorstep! Lucky for you, Ms. Moh Bakery has many indulgences to satisfy your cravings. Name: Ruba Mohtaseb msmoh_bakery Email: msmoh.bakery@gmail.com
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Cranberry Raisins – Craisins! Ocean Spray launches Craisins dried cranberries in Saudi Arabia. They are offered in the original flavor, pomegranate and blueberry. Not only are these snacks tasty but healthy and high in nutrition and healthy.
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Tucked Away:
Pizza the New Yorker Way at New York Cab Pizza By Mohammed Mirza
Large pizzas cost us both SR 45 and the serving size was more than sufficient for two people.
I recently got to visit New York Cab Pizza and try pizza the NY way with my friend. The place has an interesting appearance externally, covered in glass from the ceiling to the ground. I loved the seating area but it is a bit too small, with just around six tables to dine in.
Men’s Choice
&Kibda, Taking Kibda to The Next Level Enjoying good food and great taste is the inspiration that led to &Kibda. Jeddah’s newest secret, &Kibda, offers traditional food with a unique twist in a street style ambience. We’re talking kibda tacos and toromba topped with ice cream;
Skipping the appetizers, we went straight for what we came for – the pizza. There were around eight types of pizzas to choose from, and since a friend had already tried and tested the place before, he suggested the Super Supreme and Meat Lovers.
Price Range per head: SR 20 – 25 Taste: 5 Ambience: 3.5 Value: 5 Overall: 4.5
Considering the price and taste, this is one
&Kibda will definitely leave you wanting mor deliciousnesse ! something Jeddahwis have long been looking forward to. Other favorites on the menu include lamb, chicken, kibda and egg sandwiches and meals. Located on Ahmed Al Attas Street in Al Zahra District, this restaurant is one of the places to go if you’re looking for mouthwatering food at great prices. andkibda
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It took a rather long time to serve us, but when the pizzas were finally brought in, we were stunned by their huge size. Both pizzas were superbly delicious. The crust was slightly crisp and the taste was unquestionably appetizing.
place that I’d surely want to visit again and again. But because of the seating area, be prepared to see a large waiting list if you are planning to dine in.
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HIJAZI EID BREAKFAST:
WHAT’S ON THE TABLE? Let’s go back in time and learn about traditional Hijazi Eid Al Fitr breakfast. By Ahmad Mesawa
Traditional Eid Al Fitr Breakfast
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breakfast celebration (Futoor Al Eid). This festive feast serves as a combination of both dinner and breakfast, and is a celebration of the success and hard work of Ramadan.
Makmoor The name literally means “covered tightly” and this reflects the cooking technique used in this zucchini-based tomato stew, which also includes lamb, sugar and a small amount of rice. It is served with Feta cheese to enhance flavors and texture.
Makmoor originated in the kitchen of Hassam Shihab Halawani, a Hiazi sweet manufacturer, whose daughter accidentally added sugar instead of salt into a regular savory stew. The result was so good that it became a Eid Al Fitr tradition in around 1950 and is continued to this day.
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It is a tradition, in most Hijazi homes, to stay up all night after breaking the last fast to prepare for Eid Al Fitr. After the festive Eid prayer in the early light of dawn, all members of the family visit the oldest family member for a
Debyazah Egyptians call it Khushaf, but the origin of this dish is linked with the Turkish Hosaf, meaning water. It is rich and thick and the mix of fruits, nuts and dried apricot seeds (Qamar AlDin) add to the texture and flavor of Debyazah.
There is more to food than just taste and human need. It functions as a celebratory symbol, a bonding element in homes and an artifact of human culture.
Naddi This simple dish gets its name from the manner in which the fresh lamb meat is cooked. The word Naddi literally means “dewy.” The name of this dish differs from region to region.
Zalabiah Hijaz’s own sweet and savory dumpling/wanton, Zalabiah is a large crispy fried dough served with a dipping syrup.
The Author: Ahmad Mesawa, food critic and a member of the Association of Food Journalists (AFJ). ahmadmesawa
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Reviving Authentic Hijazi Tastes at
THAMARAT RESTAURANT Thamarat has become one of the region’s most recognizable brands for traditional food, with over 30 years of experience in the industry.
Al Thamarat’s latest fine dining restaurant will captivate you with its narrative of succulent and timeless flavors of Hejaz. Historically, the constant flow of pilgrims settling, merging and integrating with the families of Hejaz has given it a unique, multicultural and rich heritage, which can be seen in its cuisine. What makes Al Thamarat restaurant special? The chefs are
trained under the skilled hands of elder members of Hejazi families and that’s what results in Al Thamarat’s authentic Hejazi flavor.
The new Al Thamarat gourmet restaurant immerses you in a cultural experience. The
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interior of the restaurant combines antiques from Hejazi households collected from the families of Hejaz, as well as artworks that, created by Sarah Mohanna Al Abdal, that express the culture and stand tall adorning the restaurant’s walls. The blend of food with local culture will truly accentuate your dining experience. Prophet Ibrahim’s prayer is the inspiration behind the restaurant’s name, and it adds to the restaurant’s sense of antiquity. The elaborate menu of authentic dishes is presented to the diners by waiting staff dressed in Hejaz inspired outfits.
No meal is more important to local Hejazis than a rich breakfast table filled with a variety of dishes. Offering age-old favorites of different types of fool, masoub, tamees, mitabaq and shakshookas to lesser-known dishes found only in Hejazi homes such as the shi’reyyah, mush and hareesah, the dishes are never complete without a side pot of fresh Madini red herb tea. Breakfast at Al Thamarat is the perfect start to your day.
For either lunch or dinner, the first item on your plate should always be the traditional meat stuffed dumpling known as mantu. Another must-have is the bedinjan aswad bil-laban entrée; a dish of mashed ripe eggplants served in mildly spiced laban. Any Hejazi meal must be complemented by soup. Satisfy this tradition by trying out their shorbat hab, a blend of barley and meat cooked in a Hejazi spiced tomato soup. The main courses are elaborately put together offering a variety of fattah dishes each with its own taste indulgence. Hareesat Molokhiah, and of course the Kabab Meero with its unique spices is not to be missed.
Seafood lovers will not feel left out at Thamarat because they will enjoy the matfi samak. The combination of fish, which is cooked in tamarind sauce and special spices, is accompanied by the sure delight of the sayyadiah rice. Halawa Turki
The chefs at Thamarat know the importance of desserts in a Hejazi meal. Diners must try the ghorbaliyyah, a pastry filled with almonds, sugar and cardamom, coated with sweet syrup. The halawa turki, made from roasted sugary dough, is the fine finish to your traditional dining experience. Proudly serving traditional food in a fine dining setting, Thamarat Restaurant seems ready to revolutionize the fine dining scene in Jeddah.
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Fattat Ras, Broth poured on top of Fateer, topped with meat of lamb’s head.
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ambience of Turkey, but will offer you Turkish food that is high in quality and freshness as well as delicious in flavor. The restaurant is very keen on hygiene; it even contains a glass partition overlooking the kitchen so you can enjoy watching your meal being prepared. Turkuoise is waiting for you to experience Turkey right here in Jeddah so it can take you on an unforgettable journey where you can make wonderful memories.
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TO THE MUST-EAT DESSERTS in Jeddah
9. GOLD SUSHI:
TEMPURA CHEESECAKE
Deep fried cheesecake, crunchy on the outside and melted sweetness inside, served with vanilla ice cream and strawberry sauce. Amazing, but heavy.
Before you hit the streets looking for sweets, check out my list of Jeddah’s nine most tempting desserts. By Mohammed Harasani
8. LILY’S BAKERY:
OREO CAKE POP
These delightful cake pops taste as good as they look. These decorative bites of cake dipped in chocolate are more than just cake on a stick.
7. WAKAME LOUNGE:
PAVLOVA
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This light and fruity dessert is filled with soft cream, topped with kiwi fruit and comes with a dazzle of strawberry syrup. The crunchy base gives it an appealing consistency.
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6. ANOOSH: CHOCOLATE
CHIP COOKIES
The cookies at Anoosh have crispy edges and soft and chewy centers. With the right amount of chocolate chips and sweetness, these cookies are one of the best in Jeddah.
5. PIZZA LENUO:
LENUOTELLA
The creatively named dessert with its crispy dough stuffed with melted tahina is made even more irresistible with the generous spread of Nutella on top. 4. THE CHEESECAKE
FACTORY: ULTIMATE RED VELVET CHEESECAKE
This mouthwatering dessert consists of two juicy layers of red velvet cake separated by fluffy and light layers of creamy cheese, which also adorns the cake as frosting. One slice is perfect for two people.
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3. HELEN’S KITCHEN:
GALAXY CAKE
With a moist chocolate sponge cake topped with a thick creamy layer of galaxy mousse, it is considered to be the signature dessert of Helen’s Kitchen. One great thing about this dessert is that it comes in three sizes.
1. LOUIS: SOUFFLÉ
An all-time favorite, this soufflé is rich in flavor and has a delicious fluffy texture. It is served hot and topped with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream. Chocolate and vanilla are the two flavor options. This dessert is the perfect introduction to the world of soufflés.
2. CHILLI’S: MOLTEN
CHOCOLATE CAKE
This dessert is one of the most famous in Jeddah and the world. It gets its name from the molten chocolate center. The cake is topped vanilla ice cream and glazed with a thin chocolate shell.
The Author: Mohammed Ismail Harasani, Food Critic Jeddahfoodie
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Complex Carbohydrates They release energy to the body over longer periods of time, thus keeping energy levels stabilized.
1. Fruits & Vegetables
These provide natural sources of fiber which can help prevent constipation, a problem faced by many during fasting. Fiber builds up roughage, helping clean the bowel, and provides satiety which will help you feel full and satisfied.
5 SUHOOR POWER FOODS YOU SHOULD NOT MISS OUT ON
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2. Whole Wheat
The complex carbohydrates in whole wheat products take time to break down inside the body. They release calories at a slow rate and give you energy throughout the day which makes them really useful during fasting. The slow burn up of calories prevents lethargy and tiredness.
FOODS YOU SHOULD STAY AWAY FROM!
Salty Foods
Canned or processed foods, salted nuts and pickles are some foods you should avoid. Salt removes stored water from cells and causes dehydration. Dehydration will make you feel thirsty and make your fasting experience unpleasant.
3. Proteins
Meat, legumes, eggs and dairy products are rich in proteins. Ensure you have at least one of these sources in every meal during Ramadan since proteins are very important for the cells of your body. These also increase satiety levels which thereby reduces the temptation to binge eat unhealthy and sugary snacks.
4. Water
Always remember to stay hydrated during Ramadan. Drink enough water throughout the evening and during suhoor to keep your body running at its best.
Plan your suhoor in advance to avoid bringing unhealthy food on the table!
Fried Foods
Fried foods are at the forefront when it comes to many cultures. However eating fried food will create havoc in the digestive system. They force the release of enzymes in the stomach and take a long time to digest. Heartburn and diarrhea are commonly associated with fried food consumption. Fried food items have very little nutritional value and lasting energy.
Refined Products 5. Dates
Their high levels of soluble fibers are essential for healthy bowel movement and comfortable passage of food through the digestive tracts. Hence, dates are known to relieve symptoms of constipation.
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GET YOUR SPORTS ON Enjoy an active summer with the following guide to fields, sports and more. By Sohila El Saadany
FOR FOOTBALL • Al Kaaki Al Tahlia St. • Al Haddaf Al Corniche • Al Shatea Near Souk al Shatea • Al Jastania Malik Road near Oloom Al Bihar roundabout • Mirage Al Khaldiya in front of Saudi City Time The fields can be rented for two hours. 3-5 p.m., 5-7 p.m., 7-9 p.m., 9-11 p.m., 11 p.m.-1 a.m. Fee • Starting from SR 200 – 600, depending on the size of the field.
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IF YOU ARE INTO RACKET SPORTS, YOU WILL FIND WHAT YOU WANT AT OLYMPIA CLUB. SQUASH 10 sessions for SR 1,500 Location: Dr. Solaiman Fakeeh Hospital, third building Contact: Coach Kinaz Mob: +966-555575360 Note: Bring your own equipment. TENNIS 10 sessions for SR 1,500 Location: Dr. Solaiman Fakeeh Hospital, third building Note: Bring your own equipment. BADMINTON 6 months for SR 250 Location: Dr. Solaiman Fakeeh Hospital, third building Contact: Rezali Mob: +966-567199467
SPORTS FOR THE LITTLE ONES JEDDAH YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE TOUR THE CITY ON YOUR BIKE JEDDAH CYCLISTS Age: 16 and above To join: Send an email and wait for approval after all safety measures have been assessed. Web: jeddahcyclist.com Email: jeddahcyclists@gmail.com Note: You must have your own bike and take all the necessary safety precautions. FOR AMERICAN FOOTBALL JEDDAH AMERICAN FOOTBALL CLUB To join: You must understand teamwork and commit to safety regulations. Time: Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 – 10 p.m. / Fridays from 4:30 – 8 p.m. Location: UBT Fees: Membership Fee - SR 250 and Monthly Renewal Fee – SR 100 Mob: +966-556611904 JeddahAmercianFootball1 JedAmericanFootball
If you want your little ones to play baseball, this is the place to start.
Registration begins by October, but the season starts in January. There are two practices per week with a game every Saturday. Fee: SR 1,000 for a season, including uniforms, trophies, hotdogs and drinks after every game. Mob: +966-569769775 SWEET SPOT TENNIS ACADEMY This is Saudi Arabia’s first tennis academy. Your children will have maximum fun and play great tennis challenges under the training of international coaches. Mob: +966-557479654 Sweetspotksa JEDDAH CITY FOOTBALL CLUB This social football club will enable your children to enjoy football with professional freestylers. They will meet children of different nationalities and play against other clubs and academies. Location: Fireball field in Mohammadia Fee: SR 500 Time: Sundays and Tuesdays from 5 – 7 p.m. Contact: Coach Ibrahim Mob: +966-501995834 SILVER CLOUD CLUB For fun and modern football practice, enroll your children in the Silver Cloud Club. For boys ages 5-12 Contact: Captain Mohammad Mob: +966-564000999 scloudc
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Your Guide to
HEALTHY PROTEIN CONSUMPTION Does your body need more protein? Protein is an essential supplement for healthy muscles, bones and body. Meeting the daily protein requirement is essential, especially if you are working out and placing any form of stress on your muscles. The amounts vary depending on the age, sex, weight, height and activity level of the person. According to the Institute of Medicine, your daily protein intake coming from protein sources should range from 10 – 35 percent.
Like any other food, overconsumption of protein can harm the body and damage your liver and other vital organs. Furthermore, only a certain amount of protein can be digested in one meal so it becomes unnecessary and harmful to exceed the body’s threshold. This ideal amount of protein is recommended to be 20 grams.
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Protein promotes satiety and keeps a person full for long hours since it takes time for the body to digest; this is why you should always have a source of protein in your meals/snacks. Whether it’s a handful of nuts, a protein shake or even chocolate milk. SOURCE PHOTO/FITLISTA.COM • GALLERYHIP.COM • NUTRAINGREDIENTS.COM
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It is important to remember that having a meal with too much protein is pointless since the body only digests what it needs and stores the rest as fat, similar to other excess food intake. Admittedly, an active individual who works out on a regular basis, whether it’s endurance or strength training, would require a higher amount of protein compared to a person who doesn’t engage in exercises at all. This is because during a workout your body tears muscle, and in order for it to grow and recover you would need the sufficient amount of protein to help build these tissues and enable fast recovery. In order to maximize benefits, your post workout meal should consist of protein, fats and carbs.
Respect your body’s limits and requirements and show it the love it deserves.
PROTEIN IN TOWN
FATS
PROTEIN POWDER • GNC Stores • Fitness Solutions CARBS
SNACKS
With our busy lifestyles, having a meal right after working out can be difficult for some. A great tip is to carry a protein snack which is conveniently available in the market, making it much easier to consume post-workout protein.
You can opt for the appropriate nutritional content depending on personal health goals. Always remember that healthy food and lifestyle are the gateway to a happier life.
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• Noura Pharmacy • O Café (Chamelle Plaza) • Fitness Solutions Note: Don’t forget to drink around 2.5 liters of water per day and get seven to eight hours of sleep. 500 ml x5 = 2.5 LITERS
JUICE BARS
• The Shaker (Al Shate’ Dist.) • Shakelicious (Khaldia Dist.)
PROTEIN ICE CREAM
• Ultimate Power Gym (Rawdah)
OR PURCHASE ONLINE
• Web: Bodybuilding.com • s_iherb • fitstoresa
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
A Miracle in a Food?
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By Massa Bitar, MS. RD.
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is claimed to be a wonder food providing all sorts of health benefits, skin care, cleaning and disinfection.
Potent Biological Effects ACV is very low in calories (3 kcal/tbsp) with only a few nutrients: potassium, amino acids and antioxidants.
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This article explores the most praised health claims for this all-natural product, Apple Cider Vinegar, and the science behind them.
constipation. Most vinegar companies filter this film, so look for unfiltered versions, and if made from organic apple it’s even better.
Antibacterial
ACV is well-known as a powerful antibacterial. It helps kill pathogens and can be applied topically for cleaning and disinfecting. It also has been proven as an effective food preservative.
Improve Heart Health
One study showed that women who eat vinegar-based salad dressings have lower risk for heart disease. Other studies, conducted on animals, have shown that consuming ACV can lower blood pressure, triglycerides and bad cholesterol-LDL, and increase good cholesterol-HDL.
Weight Loss Aid?
Another study showed that people who take ACV tend to consume 200-275 less calories for the rest of the day. In fact, ACV has many mechanisms that were associated with promoting satiety and favoring weight loss:
1- It inhibits carbohydrate digestion, leading to slower rise in sugar.
2- It slows down gastric emptying, helping in feeling full for longer.
3- It contains the great appetite suppressing fiber: pectin.
4- Acids in ACV are precursors for
important fat breakdown hormones such as growth hormone.
Blood Sugar
This is by far the most studied area. Vinegar seems to inactivate some of the carbohydrate digesting enzymes, slowing down sugar absortion and preventing blood sugars from rising to high levels. To make ACV, yeast is added to apples producing acetic acid, which increases the absorption of important minerals (e.g. iron and calcium). Thus, adding vinegar to nutritious salads makes them even more nutritious. High quality vinegar should have a slimy film called mother of vinegar. Probiotics and other beneficial bacteria within it support immune functions, and can aid
A study published in Diabetes Care Journal found that consuming ACV improves insulin sensitivity and reduces blood levels of insulin. Also, taken at bedtime, it slighty reduces morning fasting blood sugar levels. More studies are still needed, but for now if you are on blood glucose lowering medications, consult your doctor before increasing your ACV doses.
CONCLUSION Despite the limited research, adding 1-2 tablespoons of diluted/unfiltered ACV to your daily diet would be very beneficial, especially for controlling blood sugar and body weight. Nevertheless, adding one sole ingredient to your diet cannot replace a healthy lifestyle and portion control. Also, do not start any course of ACV if you are under the care of a physician. Finally, do not drink ACV straight; its acidity is very harmful to your tooth enamel and esophagus. massa’s nutriclub massa.nutriclub
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OPTIMI
OPTIMISM If pessimistic thoughts and actions persist, they could be the roots to future problems. Who knew being optimistically happy would be the world’s cure?
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By Sarah Alruwaily and Nada Megbil
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ISM ‘Urwah ibn Al Zubair (ra) had to have his leg amputated.
While a friend was visiting him, he said, “If you came to give me condolence for the loss of my leg, I already submitted to Allah with patience to reward me for its loss.” But the guest told him, “I came to inform you that your son fell down in a stable, the animal stepped over him and he passed away.” He said: “Oh Allah! You took one child, and left me many. You took one organ from my body, and left me many organs. Oh Allah! You tested me with
my body, and you were kind to leave me with good health. You tested me with the loss of my son, but you were kind in leaving me the rest of my children.”
Everybody has the ability to change the way they think.
A simple alteration to your thinking style can go a long way to improving yourself. Optimism describes how a person is always looking for the best in any situation and expecting good things to happen.
See, it’s easy to hate and take out your anger on the world.
What’s difficult is searching through the hatred for that one silver lining, bottling up that anger inside of you and locking it up in your mental basement. It may seem hopeless at times to put in effort to operate that hint of optimism in yourself but what if I said all your problems would shrink if you initialized your optimistic filter? Findings from a Dutch study, which was focused on the relationship between optimism and depression, showed that when compared to optimists, pessimists were more likely to develop depressive disorders. Other studies showed a correlation between pessimism and lower resistance to stress, lower quantities of motivation and lower overall life satisfaction. Mental health is the most obvious influence of mentality.
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SPONSOR AN
ORPHAN
Whoever takes care of an orphan, he and I will be together in Paradise like this (put his index and middle finger together). Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) [Bukhari] By Mohammed Mirza
Today there are over 153 million orphans around the world. Many of who consistently face the threat of hunger, poverty and insecurity. By sponsoring an orphan you can help a child come out of this dire situation and give them a chance for a better life.
We have so many organizations that are engaged in supporting the welfare of orphans and have sponsorship packages for orphans living in the Kingdom and abroad. These sponsorship packages include healthcare, shelter, clothing and education amongst other benefits for a nominal fee.
World Assembly Of Muslim Youth (WAMY)
Makkah Al Mukarama Charitable Establishment
Al Bir Charitable Society
Kafel
One of the largest charities in the Kingdom, WAMY houses orphans from many countries across the Muslim world.
The charity’s primary goal is to take care of orphans, but it also engages in other social welfare activities including building mosques, arranging seminars and digging wells amongst many others.
This Jeddah-based charity has its activities primarily focused towards the elderly and children. The orphans sponsored are mainly children from Jeddah and the villages that surround it.
Kafel’s activities are catered towards widows and orphans. Its operations largely serve Jeddah and Makkah.
Orphan sponsorship packages start from SR 1,800 per year.
Orphan sponsorship packages start from SR 2,400 per year.
Orphan sponsorship packages start from SR 2,400 per year.
Orphan sponsorship packages start from SR 3,000 per year.
Location: Siteen St. Web: wamy.org Tel: 920011000
Location: Arbaeen St. Web: mc.org.sa Tel: 920000903
Location: Al Jameah Dist. Web: albir.org.sa
Location: Al Faiha Dist. Web: kafel.org.sa
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WEDAD CHARITY SPEAKS OUT Hussein Bahry established Wedad Charity Foundation to be the voice of children with anonymous lineage. What makes Wedad different? What makes Wedad unique is that it’s the only foundation in the Kingdom that aims at finding worthy and credible families for children of anonymous lineage (new born children who are discovered without an identified mother or father), under the main condition of breastfeeding. The mother will be accredited with a breastfeeding certificate provided by Sharia Council. We have social workers and health and psychology specialists that monitor and provide guidance to the children. We are also establishing a high standard research center that deals with these cases.
What is the age range for children at the foundation?
How does the foundation deal with the children's education?
We have newborns up until two year olds. We are in the process of completing the fostering procedure of 21 children by approved families, and 124 are currently being fostered.
When the children come of age, they will join governmental schools. Their teachers will be involved with them to enable them to cope better and easier.
How does the foundation assess the families that take in the children? It monitors the family on a regular basis. Representatives of Wedad pay visits to these families to see how well the child is coping.
STEPS TO FOSTER A BABY 1- Fill application in the foundation 2- Bring ID and Family Card 3- Letter of Acknowledgment from the neighborhood mayor 4- Letter of Acknowledgment from three friends or relatives 5- Approval letter from husband 6- Letter from employer Fostering is about opening up 7- Results of all medical texts your heart, so enjoy the blessings 8- Letter of good behavior from employer/ neighborhood mayor of having a foster child.
What criteria does the foundation set for families that want to take in children? • The family must be Saudi. • Compatible skin color between the family and the baby. • The wife must be less than 50 years old. • Couple must be healthy and free of any diseases. • Couple must be of good behavior and reputation. • Infertile couples married for two years or less are eligible. Otherwise a couple must be married for five years. • Breastfeeding is mandatory either facilitated by vitamins or done by a relative. Web: wedad.org Tel: 920011334 Mob: +966-555555215
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ALFURSAN AWARDS Alfursan won the 2015 Freddie Awards for Middle East and Asia/Oceania Airlines, as the Up and Coming Program of the Year.
UAE Nationals Exempted from Schengen The European Parliament adopted new regulations allowing UAE nationals to travel to the Schengen zone without visas. UAE is the first Arab nation to be granted free entry to the Schengen area.
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Park Hyatt’s Summer
Enjoy your summer with Park Hyatt Jeddah’s three nights package. It includes breakfast at Nafoura restaurant and complimentary Internet access in addition to your choice of either a spa treatment at Seba or Evania or dinner at Andalusia restaurant (once per stay). This offer is valid from June 5 until Aug. 31. Tel : +966-12-2639666
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The Oberoi Dubai Embraces the Spirit of Ramadan Experience the Arabian cuisine among an authentic ambience during Ramadan as you enjoy your delectable dinner at Al Majlis, a traditional Arabian tent at the Grand Ballroom of the hotel.
King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah is preparing to receive about 20,000 flights accommodating up to 7 million pilgrims by the end of Ramadan.
Haramain High Speed Rail Updates
The Haramain High Speed Rail Project in Jeddah and Makkah is almost ready. The train between Madina and Rabigh is set to embark on its trial after Ramadan. As for the train between Makkah and Jeddah, it will operate by the end of 2016.
Cheval Blanc Randheli Eid Offer
Book your stay at Cheval Blanc Randheli in the Maldives and enjoy special Eid offers. Stay a minimum of four nights for the price of three. During: 15-30 July 2015 Web: ovholidays.com
Meydan and Bab Al Shams Awards The Meydan Hotel and Bab Al Shams Resort and Spa of Meydan Hotels and Hospitality, were selected as the Middle East’s Leading Sports Resort and the Middle East’s Leading Desert Resort at the 22nd Annual World Trade Awards.
Cruise Greece and Italy Enjoy an eight day cruise of Greece and Italy as you leave from Istanbul. Embark on a journey aboard the Celebrity Equinox and relax.
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Carlson Rezidor’s New Park Inn Property in Saudi Carlson Rezidor hotel group announced two new Park Inn properties by Radisson hotels. The group’s first properties in Makkah and Najran will open in 2016. The one in Makkah will feature 330 rooms, while in Najran, the hotel will consist of 120 rooms.
SAUDI’S WORLD’S LARGEST HOTEL Abraj Kudai will become the world’s largest hotel located in Makkah. The project will have a total built area of 1.4 million square meter. The $3.5 billion project will comprise of 12 towers with a total of 10,000 rooms, 70 restaurants, rooftop helipads, royal floors and more.
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We visited Italy to see luxury carmaker Maserati collaborating with renowned fashion house Ermenegildo Zegna to bring together a limited edition of Maserati cars. By Mohammed Mirza
Day 1 We arrived in Milan airport and from there we were taken to the small picturesque town of Stresa, which lies on the shores of Lake Maggiore in Northern Italy. There we were taken to our hotel, the Hotel des Iles Borromees where we checked in and had some free time to ourselves.
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What then followed was a press conference at the Hemmingway suite. It was in this very same suite where renowned writer Ernest Hemmingway stayed and is believed to write much of what is arguably his best work, “A Farewell to Arms.� At the press conference, done over a casual dinner, we had the chance to meet two inspiring individuals: CEO of Maserati, Harald J. Wester and the CEO of Ermenegildo Zegna, Gildo Zegna. The two CEOs discussed the possibility of a collaboration. The idea initially faced a few initial setbacks like any other project, but overcoming all odds, it has managed to see the light of day.
CEO of Maserati, Harald J. Wester (right) CEO of Ermenegildo Zegna, Gildo Zegna.(left)
It was more than just two companies collaborating; it was two great Italian business houses with rich heritage and dedication for the finest quality coming together. Following a dynamic question and answer session at the press conference we were taken for a delectable Italian dinner. They say Italians love their food, and we realized the famous proverb even more over our dinner. Where everyone, from the chef to the diners seemed to be passionate about the food.
Day 2 For the second day, we had an experience akin to an episode of Top Gear. After a technical briefing we were given Maserati sedans, the Quattroporte and Ghibli. We drove the Ghibli to the commune of Trivero, which was an hour’s drive away. The
journey was remarkable, with the sun glinting on our gleaming car as we made our way through picture-postcard terrain. Trivero is home to the former house of the Zegna family, the Casa Zegna. The ancestral home now serves as an archive –museum. We met and were given a tour of the house by no other than the Zegna family.
We then visited the Zegna mill. Here, we learnt how the finest luxury suiting Ermenegildo Zegna is famous for is made. There was an archive room where samples of all cloth produced in Zegna’s factory is archived along with a document that mentions the manufacturing procedure of each. Some archives date back to around 100 years ago.
Manualy cleaning the cashmere.
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Afterwards we went for lunch at the Bucaneve Restaurant. The restaurant is famous for using local ingredients and still adhering to traditional recipes. After looking at a nondescript menu I was a little apprehensive but once the food started coming in, my worries went away and I started to indulge in the scrumptious Italian cuisine. After lunch, we went to the Balocco Race Track – the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles proving ground. The sight of it was absolutely breathtaking; the tracks go on for miles even beyond the horizon. The Maserati MC12, MC Stradale Centennial Edition and GranTurismo Sport – all entitled to their place among the finest sports cars in
Turin, Italy
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Maserati MC12
the world were waiting for us on the track. We got to experience their power, agility and handling to the fullest as we were driven in them by professional rally and race drivers. Following an exhilarating experience on the racetrack, we drove to the city of Turin. The city to us was like a mini Italy. It has all the essentials of what Italy has to offer in
the confines of a single city. From the modern architecture of cosmopolitan cities to the charming qualities of small towns up in the mountains, combined with the history of Italy’s ancient cities, Turin is a beautiful amalgam of it all.
Tour of Zegna factory.
We paid a visit to the National Museum of Cinema. The museum had an exhibit setup where we got to discover the technical side of movie making. The experience was like watching a film that revolves around us.
The entrance to Casa Zegna.
Day 3 We were one of the first group of journalists to ever enter Maserati’s state of the art factory. It is here where some of Maserati’s flagship cars are born and stamped with the recognizable Trident logo before being shipped all over the world. Once inside we saw cars at different stages in the highly modernized production line. It was a great experience to go behind the scenes and watch mechanical lifts move the cars from station to station and the final luxurious finished product
waiting for us at the end of the production line. The trip came to an end, but the overall journey starting from getting to experience Maserati’s latest lineup and Zegna’s luxurious textiles to breathtaking countryside landscapes and the finest Italian cuisine was definitely an unforgettable one.
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Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque The Pride of Jouf
Despite being one of the oldest mosques in the world, this ancient Saudi mosque continues to be rather unheard-of. By Mohammed Mirza
It was just barren desert and as we approached closer to the city of Sakaka I saw circles of green irrigated fields measuring hundreds of meters in diameter. It was an amazing contrast seeing vast tracts of desert intermingling with circular fields of fertile farmland.
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It was my first ever trip to the northern part of the country, I kept peeking from the window of the aircraft to catch sight of the new landscape. What astonished me most was the fact that there were hardly any mountains in this part of the country especially coming from craggy Hijaz.
I landed at Jouf airport, and made my way to Sakaka located some 30 kilometers away from the airport. The street was wide and lined with short olive trees almost like I was in a country near the Mediterranean. After catching up with a friend who lives in Sakaka, we made our way to the historic town of Domat Al Jandal, where the remarkable Omar Bin Al Khattab mosque stands. It is believed that Omar (RA) ordered the construction of the mosque on his return from Bait Al Maqdis in Jerusalem. The mosque’s construction is dated back to over 1,300 years making it one of the most important historic, cultural, and heritage landmarks in the country and a prominent tourist attraction in the northern province of Jouf. As we approached the center of the small town of Domat Al Jandal we saw brown colored signboards pointing towards the historic part of the city.
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We reached it and soon after noticed a lofty minaret standing tall from the surrounding historic ruins of an ancient housing quarters. The minaret stands adjacent to Omar Bin Al Khattab mosque and is said to be one of the oldest in the world. It measures about 12.7 meters and is the most striking feature of the mosque. Despite the recent proliferation of buildings and television towers, the soaring minaret gives a distinctively Islamic look to the skyline of the ancient dwelling. DESTINATIONJEDDAH.COM 97
The actual mosque is below ground level, so we had to descend two flights of stairs to reach it. The entrance of the mosque is quite small compared to the prayer halls it leads to. Cobblestone pathways led us to the quadrangle courtyard of the mosque. It was rather empty and serene. The mosque is divided in two parts. On the northern part is the original structure and opposite to that is a much later extension to the mosque. We first entered the more recent structure, which surprisingly doesn’t have a door. There were prayer rugs in the mosque, which show that prayer is held even to this day in the historic mosque. The structure is made of uneven stones adjoined with mortar. The prayer hall is noticeably wide in width and short in length. Numerous pillars form the basis of the structure with uneven arches between them, all affixed by beams of wood. The roof of the building is made from straw and reinforced with logs of wood. Lanterns hang from the ceiling, which give a historical feel to the mosque. We then proceeded toward the older part of the mosque, which has small wooden doors that seem relatively new. But once inside it seems as if much of the original structure remains, with a similar straw roof and uneven stones in its walls.
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Surprisingly, the access to the top of both structures is open to the public and a path of rutted stairs leads to the top. I’d decided not to walk on the roof as some of the other tourists, as to me the roof appeared to be fragile and I didn’t want to damage a heritage structure such as this one.
There were many more places in Dumat Al Jandal we had to explore, most of which were in a close vicinity to the mosque so without further ado we made our way out of the mosque and head towards the other sites the ancient city houses.
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HISTORIC SAUDI
Petroglyphs At Shuwaymis An example of Saudi Arabian rock art. By Mohammed Mirza
Rock art sites in Saudi Arabia are among the oldest and richest in terms of content depicted in the entire Arabian Peninsula. This site at Shuwaymis is one of the best examples of Saudi Arabian rock art. Located close to the village of Hait in Hail Province, these ancient petroglyphs at Shuwaymis are just as remarkable but not as popular as the ones at Jubbah in the north. The site became famous only recently in 2001 when a school principal, Mamdouh Al Rasheedi, spotted it. It is however said that Bedouins of the region were aware of the site prior to it.
On the eastern side of the site, a huge panel of camels, dating to a later period is found. Close to it are deeply carved footprints that are believed to be of the Neolithic Era. There is also an impressive 2-meter image of a lion.
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Considering the era they belong to, which was far removed from the most basic tools and materials, it is quite astounding to see the detail of form that is depicted in the rock art at Shuwaymis.
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The petroglyphs portray ancient biodiversity found in the region including cheetahs, ibex and cattle. They depict hunting scenes, in which men are seen carrying bows and arrows and using hunting dogs that are believed to be salukis.
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INTERNATIONAL
FROZEN YOGURT Hera’a St. Mob: +966-549353316
AL SHURAFA Al Hamra Dist. Tel: +966-12-6602743 AMARA The Bellevue - Al Shatee Mob: +966-555354139 ANDALUSIA Park Hyatt Tel: +966-12-6063210
MAISON SO Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6901598 MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY Mall of Arabia Tel: +966-12-2906803
MARCEL’S Tahliah St. / Red Sea Mall / Basateen Mall Tel: +966-12-261 2301 Tel: +966-12-613 1893 PINK BERRY Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2250436 VENCHI Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-6927878
ITALIAN COTIGIANO Obhur Tel: +966-12-2344461 FILICORI ZECCHINI Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2345999 IL GABIANO Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6587042 IL VILLAGGIO Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6688233 LALLO’S Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6614719 L’OLIVO Arafat St. Tel: +966-12-6687494 MARGHERITA Khaldiya St. Tel: +966-12-6061100 OLIO Stars Avenue Tel: +966-12-2754811 PIATTO Etoile - Al Malik Road Tel: +966-12-6922501 PIZZA FUSION Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-12-2616933 PIZZA NAPOLI Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6927796 TARTUFO Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6638248
MIDDLE-EASTERN ASEIL Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6062349
BEIRUITI Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6686354 BHAR Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6916674 BYBLOS Al Andalus St. Tel: +966-12-6697655 CUSINE HALAWANI Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6688900 GOODIES Stars Avenue Tel: +966-12-2754527 KALILA Khaldiya Dist. Tel: +966-12-6061723 LABEEB Tel: +966-12-2612301 NAFOURA Park Hyatt Tel: +966-12-2639666 PALM BEACH Salamah Dist. Tel: +966-12-6394007 SEMSOM Khaldiya St. Tel: +966-12-6068600 SEMSOM EXPRESS Next to Al Suheili Center Tel: +966-12-6500105 SHAWARMATAC Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6688994 SHOBAK PIE Tahlia St. Mob: +966-536884433
TURKISH MADO Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6901149 KOSEBASI Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6112302 TURKUOISE Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6832128 TURKISH MESHWIYAT T Salama Dist. el: +966-12-6621910 YILDIZLAR Al Andalus Dist. Tel: 966-12-6531150
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CHOPSTICKS Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6907575
CHARLOTTE Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6622391 CHEESE CAKE FACTORY Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2617001
DURRAT CHINA Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-2616885
CONNOISSEUR The Bellevue - Al Shatee Mob: +966-555358890
GOLDEN PALACE Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6690377
FAB SWEETS Stars Avenue Tel: +966-12-2754204
GULF ROYAL Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6653335
HELEN’S KITCHEN Kayyal St. Tel: +966-12-6977729
HAINAN Al Shallal Theme Park Tel: +966-12-6902200
LE GOURMET Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6605061
NOODLES Rosewood Jeddah Tel: +966-12-2607111
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P.F. CHANGS Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2617021 TOKI Laylati - Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6060606 YUMMY YUMMY Al Zahrah Dist. Tel: +966-12-6994998
FUSION AJJI The Bellevue - Al Shatee Mob: +966-555356519 OSUMI Roshana Mall, Tahlia St. Tel: 920009522 PAN JAN Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6065994 T.Y. LOUNGE Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6905848
INDIAN BHARAT Sari St. Tel: +966-12-2754606 LASANI Mohamadia Dist. Tel: +966-12-6510162
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CAKE-A-LICIOUS Al Batarji St. Tel: +966-12-2889926
LE NOTRE Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2611222 LE VENDOME Al Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6924606
SHEZAN Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6621086
SUSHI YOSHI Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-12-2616734
MAISON SO Prince Sultan Bin Abdelaziz street with intersection Al Kayal st Tel: +966-12-690 1598 Website: www.maisonso.com
ZAIKA Tel: +966-12-6111796 Rawdah St.
WAKAME Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-61242034
MINI BURGER Al Na’eem Dist Mob: +966-507579297
ZN LOUNGE Roshana Mall - Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-2634889
MUNCH BAKERY Arafat St. Tel: 920017070
JAPANESE BENIHANA Sands Hotel- Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6686014
TUNISIAN
GINZA I CHOME Rosewood Jeddah Tel: +966-12-2607111
ALTESSE Patisserie Tunisienne Arafat St. Qurtuba Center Tel: +966-12-6645877
GOLD SUSHI CLUB Sari Gate- Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6068069
SWEETS/DESSERTS & BAKERIES
MIZO Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6649883
AL MAHAWI Sari St. Tel: +966-12-2575739
OHAYO Al-Kayyal St. Tel: +966-12-6836789
AL NABULSI SWEETS Al Musaideyya Tel: 920001345
SAKURA Crowne Plaza Tel: +966-12-6611000
AL SAMADI SWEETS Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6642424
PAPABUBBLES Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-12-2150808 NESTLE TOLL HOUSE Red Sea Mall/Stars Avenue/ Obhur Tel: +966-12-2346238 PAUL Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-26671633 PINK CAMEL Tel: +966-12-6982175 Mob: +966-504456245 SWEET & SAVORY Sari St. Tel: 920001626
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BELLEVIEW 12 COMPOUND Rawda St. Tel: +966-12-6642636
CAR SERVICES AVIS Tel: +966-12-6677379
DIVONA COMPOUND Al Shatie Compound Tel: +966-12-6124484
BUDGET Tel: +966-12-6927070 CAREEM www.careem.com
ELITE 12 COMPOUND Near Jeddah Int’l Souk Tel: +966-12-6681111
DALEEL Tel: +966-12-6719219
ELITE COMPOUND Near Jeddah Int’l Souk Tel: +966-12-6610930
DISCOVERY Tel: +966-12-6714475 EASY TAXI www.easytaxi.com
HIBA COMPOUND Al-Hamraa Tel: +966-12-6650819
FERNAS Tel: +966-12-6718712
KINDI HOUSING Al Rabwah, North Jeddah Tel: +966-12-6910884
HERTZ Tel: +966-12-6040339
LOTUS COMPOUND Lotus 4: Al Naeem Dist. Tel: +966-12-6548808
KEY RENT A CAR Tel: +966-12-6856251 MEEZA PRIVATE CAR SERVICE Mob: +966-540544486 Tel: +966-12-6968666
M&M COMPOUND North Obhor Tel: +966-12-6562544
UBER Application: Uber.com/app support.jeddah@uber.com V. COOL Tel: +966-12-6396969
M.M AL-RUMAIH COMPOUND Al Shatee, Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6991231 MURA BUSTAN Tel: +966-12-6910041 NUEVA ANDALUCIA Al-Rawdah, Sari St. Tel: +966-12-6823434
COMPOUNDS AL ANDALUS LUXURY Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6695154 AL BASATEEN VILLAGE Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6944015 AL HAJRAYN VILLAGE Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-12-6943464 AL SALAM COMPOUND Palestine St. Tel: +966-12-6717121 ARABIAN HOMES Al Bawadi Dist. Tel: +966-12-6822201 www.arabian-homes.com AROMARY VILLAGE Hera’a St. Tel: +966-12-6940086
RAYTHEON COMPOUND Opp. Saudi German Hospital Tel: +966-12-6915380 www.raytheon.com SHAKER VILLAGE COMPOUND Al Hahdah, Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-12-6991840
KINDERGARTENS ABC SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6988827 AMBASSADORS Tel: 8001249000 APPLE TREE MONTESSORI Tel: +966-12-6824350
BELLEVIEW EXECUTIVE Near Jeddah Preparatory Tel: +966-12-6547666
BUILDING BLOCKS Tel: +966-12-6611004 CREATIVE CHILDHOOD SUMMER SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6077224
ENCHANTED GARDEN Mob: +966-546916812 FASTRACKIDS KINDERGARTEN Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6616539 Facebook: Ftkksa FRIENDS ZONE Mob: +966-558887240 JACK N JILL Mob: +966-507369963 JEDDAH PRE-SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6542354 KIDS CAMPUS Mob: +966-596080131 MAMA ET MOI Mob: +966-550569333 MY LITTLE KINGDOM SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6393951 MY LITTLE STEP Tel: +966-12-6831299 SUNFLOWER KIDS DAY CARE Tel: +966-12-6654398 Mob: +966-551321644 SUNSHINE SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6060958
SCHOOLS & INSTITUTES ADVANCED GENERATIONS SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6165596 www.ags.edu.sa CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH Tel: 920001799 Ext:402 CORAL INTERNATIONAL Tel: +966-12-6832002 www.coralschool.net DAR AL FIKR SCHOOL (Boys) Tel: +966-12-6311118 (Girls) Tel: +966-12-6311117 DAR AL HANAN Tel: 920029669 DAR JANA INT’L Tel: +966-12-6648310
FUTURE INSTITUTE Tel: +966-12-6600660 www.future-center.com GLOBAL INT’L Tel: +966-12-6523444 ( KG ) Tel: +966-12-6144101 JEDDAH CAMPUS SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6061101 www.jcs.edu.sa JEDDAH INT’L SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6061253 www.jischool.org JEDDAH KNOWLEDGE Tel: +966-12-6620174 www.jks.edu.sa JEDDAH PREPARATORY & GRAMMAR SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6542354 www.jpgs.org JEDDAH PRIVATE INTL. SCHOOL (JPIS) / MANAGED BY SABIS® Tel: +966-12-6064309 www.jpis-sabis.net LITTLE CATERPILLARS CLUB Al Rawdah Dist. Tel: +966-12-6615524 Mob: +966-540997755 MAJESTIC SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6929895 Mob: +966-555622234 MANARAT JEDDAH Tel: +966-12-6783215 MMS EDUCATION Tel: +966-12-6500070 www.mms1.org MY LITTLE HOUSE Tel: +966-12-6652490 www.mylittlehouse-sa.com SAE INSTITUTE Tel: 920020723 www.saejeddah.com THAMER INT’L SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6977033 www.tis-edu.com THE AMERICAN INT’L Tel: +966-12-6620051 www.aisj.edu.sa
EDUCON STUDY ABROAD Tel: 920001338
THE BRITISH INT’L Tel: +966-12-6990019 www.continentalschool.com
FRENCH LEARNING CENTER Jamjoom Mall 2nd floor, entry 5-6 Tel: +966-12-6612280/84 Mob: +966-52105250
WALL STREET Tel: +966 -12- 2566316 Tel: +966 -12- 6523200 www.wsi-ksa.com
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B WELL GYM Tel: +966-12-6066477
CLINICS A.C.T CENTER Tel: +966-12-2615951
BODY ZONE FITNESS Tel: +966-12-6611000
AL HAMRA CLINICS Tel: +966-12-6655588 ALAA BAHRI FOR ARTIFICIAL EYES Tel: +966-12-6927792
CHAMELLE PLAZA GYM Tel: +966-12-6634355 CONCEPT 1010 Tel: +966-12-6165664 CURVES GYM Tel: +966-12-6638806
ANDALUSIA DENTAL Tel: +966-12-2611111
FITNESS FIRST Tel: +966-12-6900881
BEAUTY CLINIC Tel: 920020129
FITNESS TIME Tel: 920003131
DALIA CLINIC Tel: +966-1-2613929 DR. EDREES PODIATRIC Mob: +966-500506507 DR. MUNIR HARASANI CLINICS Tel: 9200-12355 www.harasaniclinics.com DR. EFFAT DAGHOSTANI Tel: +966-12-6601729 DR. NASHWA RADWAN Tel: +966-12-6633737 Mob:+966-560000702
GOLD’S GYM Tel: 8001247778 HILTONIA GYM Tel: +966-12-6590000 OLYMPIA CENTER DR. SOLIMAN FAKEEH Tel: +966-12-6655000
KING FAISAL SPECIALIST Tel: +966-12-6677777
POWER IN GYM Tel: +966-12-6061516
MAGRABI EYE & EAR HOSPITAL Tel: +966-12-6365000
SPORT TECH Tel: +966-12-6071129 STAR POWER CLUB Tel: +966-12-6776177
FIRST CLINIC Tel: 920029090
THE LIFT Tel: 8001247775
FIRST SCAN Mob: +966503677081
WORLD GYM Tel: +920001566
IC CENTER Mob:+966-552200922
Z-CLUB Tel: +966-12-6690204
IDEAL CLINICS Kids: Tel: +966-12-6635444 ARENA HEROES MMA &
MAGRABI EYE & EAR Tel: +966-12-6655200 OBAJI CLINICS Tel: +966-12-6614000 ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALTY CLINICS Tel: 920001210
SAUDI GERMAN Tel: +966-12-6829000
SPA & BEAUTY CENTER 7L HOUSE Tel: +966-12-6532812 AL MEGAYENA Tel: +966-12-6655763 ALEXANDRE ZOUARI Tel: +966-12-6656161
LAMASAT Tel: +966-12-6834002 LUCIE SAINT CLAIR Tel: +966-12-2832020 LUCINE SPA & SALON Tel: +966-12-6636777 MAISON DE JOELLE Tahlia St Mob: +966-566882700 Tel: +966-12-6643979 www.maisondejoelle.com MANA CENTER Tel: +966-12-6066628 MERMAID Tel: +966-12-6616644 NAIL ART Tel: +966-12-6675511 NAIL CARE Mob: +966-544426264 NAWARA SALON Tel: +966-12-6610606 ORIANA Tel: +966-12-6220773 Tel: 920002132
CARMEN CENTER Tel: +966-12-6648122
PLANET BEACH Tel: 8001247776
CHAMELLE PLAZA Tel: +966-12-6656807
RIMA CENTER Tel: +966-12-6915423
CLAUDE MAXIME MONDIAL Tel: +966-12-6637450
SPA LOUNGE Tel: +966-12-2630904
DR. EDREES FOOT SPA Mob: +966-500506507
TONI & GUY Tel: +966-12-2616230
E SPA Tel: +966-12-2632093
VIVA LA VIE Tel: +966-12-6929163
DR. GHASSAN PHARAON Tel: +966-12-6823200
HENNA BEAUTY LOUNGE Tel: +966-12-6587091 Mob: +966-550352226
PEST CONTROL
DR. SOLIMAN FAKEEH Tel: +966-12-6655000
JAMALOUKI Tel: +966-12-6651888
FRIENDS ZONE Tel: +966-12-6224345 Mob: +966-533657700 JUNIOR GYM Tel: +966-12-6911347 Mob: +966-560666108
DR. ERFAN & BAGEDO Tel: +966-12-6038888
ARENA MMA & CROSSFIT Tel: 9200 27362
SALAM MEDICAL SERVICES CO.- HOME HEALTH CARE Tel: 920001153
JEAN LOUIS DAVID Tel: +966-12-6068678/9
BOUTHAINA Tel: +966-12-6631809
AL MASHFA HOSPITAL Tel: +966-12-2292222
GYM & HEALTH CENTERS
G COMINN O O S
FITNESS Tel: 9200 27362
HOSPITALS
SAUDI AMERICAN Tel: +966-12-6605050
INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Tel: +966-12-6509000 JEDDAH INSTITUTE FOR SPEECH & HEARING Tel: +966-12-6675311
LA PERLE DENTAL SPA Tel: 920011663
INTERNATIONAL PHYSIOTHERAPY CENTER Mob: +966-506673533 Mob: +966-506634004
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SWEEP Tel: +966-12-6223772 Mob: +966-565649998 www.sweeppestcontrol.com
BOUTIQUES
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NADA AYOUB Mob: +966-505582627
GARDENIA ERFAN HOSPITAL Tel: +966 12 6038888
NIYAAH Mob: +966-500545455
JANNATI Tel: +966-12-6984852
RANIA KHOGEER Mob: +966-555532571
N CUBES Mob: +966-551406813 NADO Tel: +966-12-6915335
7 CAMICIE Tel: +966-12-2343546
LOMAR Tel: 920000554
AMK BOUTIQUE Mob: +966-530262831
MIHYAR Tel: +966-12-2615196
ARWA BOUTIQUE Mob: +966-505602685
SAB THOBE Tel: +966-12-6100009
BABY FITYANI Tel: +966-12-6673971
SINDI Tel: +966-12-6678587
RANA ISMAIL-LIBRA BOUTIQUE Tel: +966-12-6116335 Mob: +966-540884744
DADU Tel: +966-12-6633699
TOBY Mob: +966-504696639
RAWAN AZHAR Mob: +966-567800139
DIVINE DARLINGS Mob: +966-554634444
FASHION DESIGNERS
REDA OMDAH Mob: +966-568056056
DUNIA BOUTIQUE Tel: +966-12-6830133
AFAF BAFLAH Mob: +966-505325251
ROTANA ALHASHIMI Mob: +966-554598449
G-STAR RAW Tel: 800 0200454
ALAA & HALA Tel: +966-12-6130007
SAHAR SERAFI Mob: +966-505622515
JASMINE BOX Tel: +966-12-6685533
AMAL ENGAWI SALMA RUDWAN Mob: +966-504627012 Mob: +966-503613314
LIFE Tel: +966-12-2844266
ARWA MAGHRABI Mob: +966-500062525
SAMAH KHASHOGGI Mob: +966-505311588
MAYASS Tel: +966-12-6649188
BASMA ABULJADAYEL Mob: +966-506634000
SHAZA KHAYALI Mob: +966-500909321
MAYSA Mob: +966-504630920
CAROL KEYROUZ Mob: +966-562633332
SUE ABAYA Mob: +966-541151595
MY LITTLE CLOSET Mob: +966-562900025
DIALA KABBARA Mob: +966-508704799
THANAA ADDAS Mob: +966-504664288
NAWAL AL-MAIMANI Tel: +966-12-6606502
EMAN JOHARJY Mob: +966-535687773
TURKI JADALLAH Mob: +966-506677800
NOUKIES Tel: +966-12-2754210
FATIMA ABED Mob: +966-554369993
WED BOGARY Mob: +966-504634001
ONDAS Tel: +966-12-2754217
GARDENIA HAFEZ Mob: +966-567444274
WID ZAHID Mob: +966-503349519
PARIS & OLIVER Tel: +966-12-2754213
HALA CHANDAB ID ABAYA Mob: +966-564389049
YASMINA NAJI-SHOES DESIGNER Mob: +966-540004777
PIMPURSHIRT Tel: +966-12-6981962 PINK OR BLUE Tel: +966-12-6634452 SOTRA Tel: +966-12-6915082 THE WEDDING SHOP Mob: +966-504630920 THE SHOP Mob: +966-556650009 THE STORE Tel: +966-12-6106013 ZAD SHOP Tel: +966-12-2155513 Mob: +966-531116885
HANAA SAMMAN Mob: +966-505350958 HAYA ALHUSSAINI Mob: +966-504659093 HEBA AL QURASHI Mob: +966-541713781 MAHA GHALAYENI Mob: +966-506661634 MANAR AL RAWI Mob: +966-569169923 MERIAM ARAB Mob: +966-503333128 MONA ABULFARAJ Mob: +966-505652018
FLORISTS AZHAR RIMA Tel: +966-12-2564001 ESHRAK Tel: +966-12-6643035 FLORINA Tel: +966-12-6670719 GARDENIA AL HAMRA Tel: +966-12-6609220 GARDENIA SULTAN STREET Tel: +966 12 6067646 Tel: +966 12 6929154
NARGIS FLOWERS EST. Tel: +966-12-6673008 PETALS Tel: +966-12-6642519 RABYA Tel: +966-12-6602856 SENDIAN FLOWERS Tel: +966-12-6835679 SPRING FLOWER Tel: +966-12-6519684 SULTAN GARDEN CENTER Tel: +966-12-6686666
FURNITURE AL GHALIA INTERIORS Tel: 8111002102 info@alghalia-ides.com AL ALAMEYA Tel: +966-12-6915188 AL SABBAN Tel: +966-12-6919900 AMERICAN GALLERY Tel: +966-12-6676031 BATAL DESIGN Tel: 920000374 BIN SHAYHOON Tel: +966-12-6471468 BO CONCEPT Tel: +966-12-6141418 DIMOS Tel: +966-12-2830302 DOMVS Tel: +966-12-6611447 ESTIKBAL Tel: +966-12-6603611 GOLDENLINES LIFTS Tel: 920017779 H.Q INTERIORS Tel: +966-12-6395665 www.hq-interiors.com IKEA Tel: +966-12-6633000
GARDENIA IMC HOSPITAL Tel: +966 12 6509000
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HOTELS AB FOR ELAF HOTEL CO (5-star) Tel: +966-12-2150525 AL BADER HOTEL (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6310000 AL BILAD HOTEL (4-star) Tel: +966-12-694 4777 AL HAMRA SOFITEL HOTEL (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6602000 BAY LA SUN www.baylasunhotel.com CAIRO HOTEL (3-star) Tel: +966-12-6483870 CROM AIRPORT HOTEL (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6852222 CROWNE PLAZA (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6611000 HOLIDAY INN (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6314000 INTERCONTINENTAL (5-star) Tel: +966-12-2295555 JEDDAH HILTON (5-star) Tel: +966-12- 6590000 JEDDAH MARRIOTT HOTEL (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6714000 LE MERIDIEN (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6633333 MOVENPICK (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6676655 PARK HYATT JEDDAH (5-star) Tel: +966-12-2639666 QASR AL SHARQ (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6599999
ROSEWOOD JEDDAH (5-star) Tel: +966-12-2607111 SAND DUNES HOTEL WESTIN (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6588200
TRAVEL AGENCIES ACE TRAVEL Tel: +966-12-6056002 www.ace-travel.com AL TAYYAR GROUP Hotline: 920012333 www.altayyargroup.com AL ZOUMAN TRAVEL & TOURISM Tel: +966-12-6512525 www.alzouman.com.sa ALIREZA TRAVEL & TOURS Tel: + 966-12-6481360 www.Alirezatravel.com ATTAR TRAVEL & TOURISM Tel: +966-12-6611222 www.attar-travel.com DNATA TRAVEL Hotline: 920000000 info@dnata.com.sa ELAF TRAVEL & TOURISM Tel: +966-12-6646559 www.elaf group.com FERNAS TRAVEL Tel: +966-12-6677472 www.fernastravel.com VINTERCONTINENTAL Tel: +966 -12- 6677988 www.itc-Icc.com ITL WORLD Tel: +966 -12- 6147222 Tel: 8001180222
New Mercedes Cars Launched JACO launched two of the new Mercedes-Benz cars, the CLA and the GLA in Automall Showroom in Jeddah.
TOUR OPERATORS AL AHLAM MARINE TOURISM GROUP (DREAM DIVERS) Tel: +966-12-6691334 www.dreamdiver.net AL SAMAKLKY FOUNDATION Tel: +966-12-6640662 www.samallaghi.com AL SHITAIWI TRAVEL & TOURISM Tel: +966-12-6794022 www.alshitaiwitours.com ARABIAN CAMP Mob: +966-505664137 www.arabiancamp.com EXPLORER TOURS Tel: +966-12-6040985 www.jawlahtours.com
JAWLAH TOURS Tel: 920014044 www.hajeej.biz PLATIN LUXURY TRAVEL SERVICES Tel: +966-12-6575266 www.platin.com.sa NOMADE ARABIA Tel: +966-12-6550072 www.nomadarabia.sa SADD AL SAMALLAGHI EST. FOR SERVICES & DOMESTIC TOURS Tel: +966-12-6685054 www.samallaghi.com THE CULTURE TRIP info@theculturetrip.com www.theculturetrip.com
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