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FROM THE EDITOR
Looking for some fitspiration? We’ve packed quite a punch in this health issue, pun intended. We’ve loaded it with inspirational stories to help keep you motivated. We start off with recounting Lubna Al Omair’s journey to the world’s biggest competition, the Olympics. We’ve also brought you the story of the rigorous lifestyle of a competitive bodybuilder in Mansour Al Rashed’s story. We know that in our city, better weather means better energy levels. No longer is the heat of the summer bearing down on us and making us slump in our seats. Also read all about Jon Dean’s Superfood Cleanse. Before you kick off on your fitness journey, you need to cleanse your body and prepare it for the battle ahead. Jon Dean’s approach combines science with tradition, so of course we’re loving it. Jeddah is a youthful city, and that means we love exploring new places and hangouts. We have rounded up the newest healthy hotspots to help you make better dining choices when you’re roaming the city. We hope this issue helps you reach your fitness goals. We’ve tried to be as inclusive as we can to make sure you guys get your dose of Destination just the way you like it.
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• Athleisure: Stylish Workout Gear For Outings • How Healthy Is Your Interior Space?
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Special Feature • Jon Dean’s Cleanse: Meet the Participants • Lubna Al Omair Making KSA Proud • Mansour Alrashed, Body Builder
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EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
EVENTS & HAPPENINGS 1. Nissan’s Supercar
RGTR NISMO Revealed
Nissan’s Supercar was showcased Oct. 18 at the EXCS Luxury Car show. NSMO which is shortened for of Nissan Motorsports, offers products featuring innovative technology and high performance to a wide range of customers for street use.
2. Saint Honoré Afternoon Tea
CNIEL, the French Diary Interbranch Organization and the European Union embarked on a 3-year global campaign to raise awareness of French diary cream. Saint Honoré was celebrated at an exclusive event on Oct. 12 at the residence of the Consul General of France.
3. 3. Centro Shaheen
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Rotana Hotels and Shuaa Capital Saudi Arabia celebrated the official opening of Centro Shaheen on Oct. 12. Rotana’s newest addition is located on Madinah Road, just 20 kilometers from King Abdulaziz International Airport 3.Jeddah. in
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4. 4. Genesis G90 Voted
5. Armani Casa
The luxurious car was awarded at the exclusive EXCS motor show in Jeddah on Oct. 18. The final decision was determined by a panel of top motoring journalists, in recognition of G90’s considerable levels of quality, engineering, technology and comfort.
Armani group opened their first Armani Casa store in Jeddah on Sept. 27. The store is located in Rawdah District where the event took place. The store offers furniture, accessories, décor and fabrics for both day and night zones. Visit and let us know what you think.
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Nahdi promoted Health Security among pilgrims who came to Hajj this year, by providing 4,045 medical checkups in only 12 hours. The feat earned them a place in the Guinness Book of World Records. The award ceremony took place on Oct. 4 at Nahdi’s headquarters in Jeddah.
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CITYSCAPE JEDDAH
Showcases products from building construction to real estate agents industries. Location: Jeddah Center for Forums & Events Web: jeddahurbandevelopment.com Time: 1 - 4 p.m.
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Offers a great business platform for exhibitors from the international and local design industry. Location: Jeddah Hilton Web: decofair.com Time: 4 - 10 p.m.
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SAUDI TRADING FIRMS SUMMIT
The conference will cover areas like wide range of industrial raw materials and minerals. Location: Le Meridien Email: info@qnainternational.com Web: qnainternational.com
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LA VIDA LOUNGE
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Covers GCC’s logistics and transport outlook for 2030 Saudi Railways.
Celebrate Italian cuisine with Michelin Star Chef, Marco Martini at Nafoura restaurant.
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ITALIAN CUISINE BRUNCH WITH MICHELIN STAR CHEF
Location: Jeddah Centre for Forums and Events Web: foodexsaudi.com Time: 3 – 10 p.m.
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Location: Park Hyatt Jeddah Tel : +966-12-2639666 Time: 1 – 5 p.m.
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Exhibition dedicated to the food and drink industry.
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Premier event in cosmetics and beauty products industry. Location: Hilton Jeddah
The meeting point for KSA’s Beauty and Wellness industry
MENA PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING CONGRESS
Over 15 exhibiting countries
Poneers of local and international pharmaceutical companies.
More than 250 exhibiting brands
Location: Le Meridien Jeddah Hotel
ISF SAUDI (INTERNATIONAL SPORT AND FITNESS) Platform for companies to develop international B2B, organizational and government relationships. Location: Jeddah Center for Forums & Events Web: isfsaudi.com
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Showcasing fine art and photography. Created by Reem Al Faisal and Mona Haraghi. Location: Ibrahim Al Jaffali St., Tahlia Mob: +966-557471666
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NESTLÉ’S“AYJAL SALIMA”GAINSMOMENTUM Ayjal Silama is a program by Nestlé that is part of their commitment to promote healthy diets and lifestyle in the Middle East. Palestine is the fifth in the region to implement the nutrition
education program. The program’s introduction in Palestine began with Train the Trainers workshops that were designed and delivered by American University of Beirut experts.
NAHDI PARTNERS WITH ZAMZAM CHARITY ASSOCIATION Nahdi signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Zamzam Charity Association for Medical Voluntary Services to support Zamzam’s medical convoys and field trips. The partnership is part of Nahdi’s strategy to expand community health services under the umbrella of the Ministry of Health, and in line with Saudi Arabia’s 2030 Vision.
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KALILA'S RIBBONS
Kalila customized their takeaway coffee cups last month with a pink ribbon to express their support for Breast Cancer Awareness. Café-goers posted pictures of their coffee mugs under #kalila_pinkmonth to join the cause. kalila_cafe
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Jotun’s National Day Biking Tour
Help Center Participates in Bosnia and Herzegovina Jotun celebrated national day by joining in A Nation’s Journey, a bicycle tour organized by Jeddah Cyclists. The participants wore uniforms and rode around Jeddah.
Ahmed Arif, an advertising student at UBT, is the YouTuber behind the show Just Unbox. The channel is dedicated to funny videos where Arif unboxes interesting products with his friends. So far, he has unboxed a Tazaj meal, a dancing water lamp and a micro drone. Just Unbox
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Help Center’s Desert Gazelles sports team participated in the Oaza Sports Games 2016 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Oaza Foundation in Sarajevo strives to promote and
Dar Al Hekma x Tiffany’s On Oct. 5, Dar Al Hekma University and Tiffany & Co. celebrated the end of the Keys for a Cause™ initiative at the
advocate sports for persons with intellectual disabilities. Twenty men and women from the team participated in the sports, which included simming, bowling and football.
Boulevard Mall. The initiative contributed to the Dar Al Hekma University Scholarship fund that is designated to financially support accomplished students.
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BUSINESS
AN EXCLUSIVE LOOK at Diyar Al Salam A residential project unlike any other in the Kingdom.
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Destination’s team went on an exclusive first-look tour of Diyar Al Salam’s model apartment site. What we discovered was far better than we could have imagined. Diyar Al Salam presents spacious homes with a modern approach to comfortable living. We were provided with protective helmets and jackets in a repurposed container made entirely out of reclaimed materials. The president and founder of Lifestyle Developers, Sultan Batterjee, led us on our tour of the model apartment. Dalal Al Fadhoul, Batterjee’s mother, launched Diyar Al Salam, which is
hailed as “a community within a community.” The project is an urban retreat that aims to provide high standards of living to middle and upper class professionals. The dove, a symbol of peace, embodies the project’s philosophical concept and is often seen as a motif in the project’s various structures and buildings. It is a massive project consisting of 8 buildings, including 140 residential units and 8 penthouses. The buildings are designed to optimize natural light and control air quality and water usage. Each living space is specialized to fit every aspect of a professional’s life.
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The entrance lobby features custom designed marble flooring and oversized porcelain tiles to the elevator and stairs. Corridors contain wood effect porcelain tiles and a marble edge. The wallpapers and signage are also custom designed and eco-friendly. Residents access their home using electronic key cards. A professional system is in place to ensure security in the gated car park, which also contains electric car charging points.
Diyar Al Salam won the Best Residential Development Award at the International Property Awards and the Arabian Property Awards. It is the first private building in the Kingdom pursuing LEED, which is a notable achievement.
Attention to Detail As we walked through the rooms in the model apartment we discovered the attention to detail that proved the thoughtful planning that went into the project. The bedrooms had engineered parquet flooring along with oversized, glazed porcelain tiles throughout the apartment. All these combine to provide a contemporary style. The designer kitchens feature timber veneer doors, Italian stainless steel appliances by Bosch, integrated refrigerator and polished quartz
countertops. Kitchens are open to the living room but the open space can be conveniently controlled with floor to ceiling sliding doors. The bathrooms have white countertop mounted basins on imported marble vanities and honed marble floors and walls in the showers/bath. The glass-enclosed showers were quite spacious and modern. Every bathroom in the properties contains Hansgrohe fixtures and a Hansgrohe rain shower with separate hand shower controls. ADVERTORIAL DESTINATIONKSA.COM 19
The apartments are installed with an integrated water heating system and a semicentral integrated airconditioning system in every apartment. A fiber optic supply panel is available in every apartment to control the network. All rooms contain contemporary socket outlets to control the lighting. What makes Diyar Al Salam stand out is its efficient and spacious make and the care that goes into creating ease. The project was designed to accommodate a contemporary lifestyle that matches the residents’ career standards. It allows residents to relax after work by providing a community environment that enriches and expands the mind.
left no stones unturned while finding out exactly what Saudi professionals value in their life.
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What’s remarkable is that the project supports local culture and delivers outstanding international standards. Diyar Al Salam familiarizes with the Saudi culture by providing privacy on all levels and placing measures to ensure security and comfort. We can guarantee that the Lifestyle Developers’ team 20 DESTINATION JEDDAH NOVEMBER 2016 ADVERTORIAL
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Alf Khair For a Community that Cares “One thousand well wishes.” By Areeb Al Shathri
Alf Khair is a social enterprise founded by Princess Reema Bint Bandar that targets social development. With a name that translates roughly to “a thousand well wishes,” Alf Khair aims to provide more people with wider access to opportunities, which earned them the 2016 Gold Sabre Award for best not-forprofit company. With an eye on becoming a center of excellence for personal and professional development, Alf Khair enables individuals to be productive, engaged, competent and integrated members of their communities. With four basic goals in mind, Alf Khair has already launched multiple initiatives to reach each of their targets.
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1. Holistic health initiative created to raise awareness on the importance of good health behaviors. As part of their goal of educating people away from crisis care to more preventative care, Alf Khair has launched the 10KSA initiative. Most probably known for organizing the record breaking World’s Largest Humanitarian Ribbon to raise awareness about breast cancer, 10KSA aims to engage with local stakeholders and community members to encourage holistic health practices and collaborations.
2. Creating a more productive and healthier organizational culture through educating, training and developing skills. To advance their progress towards this goal, Alf Khair launched Alf Darb. Alf Darb is a holistic humancentered training program for professionals or companies to improve their overall engagement and productivity. They equip their participants with the skills, expertise, tools and networks needed for their personal growth and development, as well as focusing on attitude and motivation, readiness for work, entrepreneurship, leadership and empathy.
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3. Inspire creative talent and provide a platform for creativity and creative discourse both in Saudi Arabia and around the world. Alf Khair has partnered up with Saudi Design Week to launch CREATE, a competition inspired by 10KSA's Wings of Hope. Wings of Hope is a moving exhibition of sorts that features, as you may have already guessed, wings created by leading designers and artists from around the world to promote a healthy lifestyle. The competition is open to everyone in hopes of inspiring people to engage with their creative side. The winner will be chosen by the Alf Khair and Saudi Design Week teams, and the chosen work will join the permanent collection of CREATE and become part of the traveling exhibition. 24 DESTINATION JEDDAH NOVEMBER 2016
4. Aiming to inspire a generation through dialogue. Alf Hewar is Alf Khair’s targeted initiative to promote a more open dialogue. Set to launch sometime in 2017, the Alf Khair team is currently ramping up the preparations for their latest initiative, which aims to open a dialogue between the youth of Saudi and successful individuals or businesses. Web: alfkhair.com
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SUPER FOOD CLEANSE Combining tradition and science for a holistic approach to health. By Sumaiyya Naseem
There are 200 nutritional compounds in aloe vera which work in a synergistic way to assist in gut repair, improve detoxification and accelerate hydration into the tissues, which can make your joints feel rejuvenated. According to Dean, “The 10 day cleanse is the first step into designing your healthy lifestyle.� The cleanse takes a holistic approach to health by focusing on cognitive and physical recovery.
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For thousands of centuries the aloe vera plant has been respected for its near-magical healing and restorative properties. The plant has been part of our culture for a long time, but the Jon Dean Cleanse is revolutionizing the way we use it today.
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Aloe vera was introduced to the original program once the highest grade aloe vera juice was approved in the Kingdom last year. The diet incorporates traditional methods of eating with modern evidence based nutrition like drinking aloe vera and bone broth, clean eating and timing meals to recharge and clean the system from the inside out. Dean has been part of Saudi
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What encouraged you to join the challenge? It sounded really great after a long summer that was filled with a lot of not so healthy food. I wanted to get back in shape and try something new. I also had previous experiences with Jon Dean and I trust the way he does things.
What was the hardest part of the diet? Waking up knowing I couldn’t have bread or coffee. Jon was very clear on this; “We will stop having carbs during the cleanse.” The “no coffee” rule on the first three days was difficult.
What was your overall experience? The second week of the challenge was a whole lot easier than the first one. At the end I was really happy with the results.
Were there any unexpected results? I knew that the main goal of the challenge is to cleanse the body but I wasn’t expecting so much weight loss.
Did you make any lifestyle changes because of the cleanse? I now have a “Forbidden” items list while shopping. I regualarly drink bulletproof coffee and green smoothies.
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What encouraged you to join the challenge? I knew Jon for some time and I trusted him and I was confident that his plan would actually work, because I know he works very hard at what he does. Seeing it’ll be a group challenge also pushed me to start.
What was the hardest part of the cleanse? Drinking aloe vera in the first three days.
Were there any unexpected results? I was shocked by the inches I lost around my waist. The cleanse also improved my stomach; I don’t get aches and I feel lighter.
Did the cleanse lead to any lifestyle changes? I’m sleeping better, eating healthier and watching the portion and quality of my food.
Favorite meal? The salads!
What did you think about the diet plan? You really have to challenge yourself and change your lifestyle. Changing your lifestyle and your health is not easy, but everyone should push themselves to try. When you put your mind into it you can achieve anything.
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What encouraged you to join the challenge? After having two kids I had gained fat around my waist. It was proving too difficult to get rid of, so I decided to try the cleanse to see if it works.
What was the hardest part of the diet? The most difficult aspect was quitting sugar.
Were there any unexpected results? I was surprised by my newfound energy! The cleanse recharged my body.
Did you make any lifestyle changes because of the cleanse?
I’m more in control of the food choices. I’m spending more time with my family, perhaps because of the energy.
What was your favorite meal? Salmon with veggies.
What did you think about the diet plan?
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At first I thought it was crazy because it focuses on high fat content in the morning. I love the combination of the old and the new; drinking aloe vera and bone broth along with including protein bars, which is a new diet trend.
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What encouraged you to join the challenge? I wanted to challenge myself. Jon’s concept about aloe vera and his extensive research convinced me.
What was the hardest part of the cleanse? Cutting out on caffeine and depriving my sweet tooth.
What was your overall experience? I enjoyed the two weeks and pushed myself to do better. It was great!
Were there any unexpected results? I was surprised by the weight loss because the diet was so stable and smooth.
Did the cleanse lead to any lifestyle changes? I’ve noticed that I’ve become more active and energetic.
Favorite meal? The bulletproof coffee.
What did you think about the diet plan?
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It’s great because it suits all age groups. I like that it focuses on improving habits and changing the way we think about food and health.
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IT’S YOUR TURN NOW Lubna Al Omair’s journey to stardom. By Lama Ghazzawi
With more female athletes making their debut at the last Olympics as the representatives of Saudi Arabia, we wanted to mark this important milestone by telling you a little story. Lubna Al Omair’s journey began at 16, when she was in the comfort of her home watching the Olympic fencing matches. She thought nothing of it at the time because it wasn’t an option, but the spark lit a fire that would burn, dormant, for years. Years later, her education took her from Dammam to Rhode Island in pursuit of a master’s degree. Wanting to seize every moment of her opportunity, she created a bucket list and set out to cross off as many experiences as she could, fencing included. She searched high and low and found a fencing academy that was more than welcoming. Her love for fencing grew and she brought her passion back with her to Sharqiya.
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Hoping to continue fostering her passion, Al Omair sought out ways to continue fencing by trying to join an existing club then starting her own, but was faced with rejection and dismissal. She was told that as a Saudi, she should “know better,” but that only made her more determined to change the status quo. After finding some success in establishing a fencing club at Aramco, where she was working at the time, she was approached by the Olympic committee about potentially representing KSA.
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“Why not? Perhaps I’ll be ready by 2030 or sometime after that,” thought Al Omair, but was taken by surprise when told she would be participating in that year’s Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Despite being overwhelmed at the prospect of participating in the biggest international competition against professional athletes, she accepted the challenge. For her, it wasn’t about winning; it was about being a representative, not just of her country, but also her gender. She knew her chances of wining were slim to none, but she also knew that by just being there she was opening a door that was previously closed. With only a few months to prepare, she headed to Alexandria, Egypt
for an immersive training process with Egyptian athletes. As a newcomer to professional sports, Al Omair was amazed at how much emphasis Egyptians place on sports. She noticed that despite the dire financial status of some of their families, they still found a way to foster their children’s talents or hobbies. Having had a different experience growing up in Saudi, she admired their balanced view that sports were as important as academics. “I knew I had no chance of winning,” she said as she recalled her Olympic debut. Her lack of training hindered her but she also knew that it was beside the point. With her presence alone, she had managed to pave the way for aspiring Saudi female athletes. “Now the option is there! Joud, Lubna, Sara and Kariman opened the door… You have a chance to represent, and represent well, now that you know it’s coming.”
If someone else is better than me… I’ll push her to go. I’d be happy just clapping. — Lubna Al Omair
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MANSOUR ALRASHED A BODY, BUILT An eye-opening conversation with Saudi Arabia's competitive bodybuilder. By Jou Pabalate
There are proliferating stereotypes about bodybuilders— they’re often boxed muscle-clad, testosterone-pumping machines who spend all their days ‘buffing’ it up at a gym. What people don’t really realize is the amount of discipline, determination and passion that goes into training. Like any other sport, it’s not all just a matter of physical rigor, it also requires mental balance and strong willpower.
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While you do wonder whether he’s capable of crushing your digits with a handshake, it only takes a minute for you to realize that Mansour Alrashed is quite the kind and personable chap with an admirable passion for professional bodybuilding.
The demands of the sport can be quite costly. Alrashed mentioned how his nutritional needs can rack up to around SR 2,000 per week. Thankfully, he is one of, if not the first ever Saudi athlete sponsored and endorsed by a brand. “It is a lot of hard work, my typical day starts at the crack of dawn; I need to prepare my food for the day. As an athlete I need to know exactly what goes into my body. And yes, the diet plan is not for the faint of heart. We’re looking at 15 egg whites in the morning, protein shakes, supplements and a dry diet that has made me lose two of my teeth in the past years,” he candidly shares. As expected, Alrashed goes to gym almost every day. His workout regimen consists of rigorous strength training and cardio. He sticks to a strict schedule, balancing his professional life as a secretary for a government institution, a personal fitness trainer, managing to make time for his daughter and having time to be a drummer for a rock metal band. A multi-faceted Saudi, Alrashed also has an entrepreneurial spirit. Combining his love for the sport with what he sees to be an underserved market, he is currently working on a strength training and body building app. He is also planning to launch a local fitness apparel line called Muscle Empire.
With the way we look and how we workout, people think we’re all muscles, mean looking or just aggressive. I understand why they would think that way, but it’s not true. A lot of bodybuilders are easy going, nice guys— we just enjoy taking care of our body a certain way. — Mansour Alrashed
With the persistence of such misconceptions, we asked Alrashed what the benefits are to becoming a bodybuilder, to which he replied: “There are a lot. And it’s not just about building muscles, in general, fitness— taking the time to build a body that is strong and you’re comfortable with is important. It gives you confidence, it allows you to stay positive and feel good about yourself. You start your day feeling you have already achieved something when you manage to do your workout whether it’s lifting a hundred pounds or simply taking the time to take care of yourself.” mansouralrashed010
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FITNESS IN OPULENCE Join Rosewood, one of Jeddah’s most luxurious hotels, and workout in privacy to a view of the beautiful city and the Red Sea. Offering exceptional services, Rosewood Jeddah introduces their appealing membership system: 3 months/6 months/1 year opening doors to the health club for exclusive-only accessibility. Members can enjoy comfort while burning a sweat with special in-house personal training, assisted by Argie Guinto, a registered nurse and a fitness instructor. With five years of fitness instructing experience, Guinto aims at customizing members’ programs, firstly conducting
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fitness tests, measurements, and cardiovascular ability, determining body strengths and weaknesses. Once having determined your fitness level, Guinto develops a workout program while adhering to your fitness goals. Having specialized in instructing aerobics and basic Zumba, he outsources workouts beyond simple machinery by combining endurance challenging plyometric exercises and short improvised boot workouts. On the third day of your membership, Guinto issues a fitness consultation, creating a feedback analysis that reflects possible program alterations, lasting the entirety of the
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The Rosewood Jeddah health club for an exclusive exercise.
Health club instructor Argie Guinto.
membership. Guinto succeeds at developing long term relationships with his clients, as his personal satisfaction is met strictly once the client’s fulfilment is achieved. Tucked away by the Corniche, Rosewood Jeddah health club grants 24/7 undisturbed exercising space and complimentary amenities including standard quality towels, personal robe, gym bag, slippers, a secured jewelry box and individualized lockers. The encircling sea view is also accessible through the sauna and steam rooms, extending your inspiring relaxation to every corner of the health club.
Coupled with one of a kind machinery, a naturally reflected turquoise freshwater pool, estimated to be 1.75m in depth, is found in open space on the roof of the hotel surrounded by tranquillizing gas flames and available guest services at your request. Web: rosewoodhotels.com/jeddah Tel: +966-12-2607111
ENJOY YOUR WORKOUT IN COMFORTING EXCLUSIVENESS, AND UNWIND IN THE CALM OF THE ROSEWOOD JEDDAH HEALTH CLUB WITH AN IN-ROOM MASSAGE DESIGNED FOR IN-HOUSE GUESTS AND MEMBERS.
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UNDERSTANDING THE CANCER CELL Learn more about the fatal disease with Houston Methodist Hospital.
What is the most common gynecologic cancer in the world? Cervical cancer is the most common, and it’s the second most common cause of death from cancer in women worldwide.
What can you do to prevent cervical cancer? Any woman 21 years or older should make sure they have an annual gynecologic exam and Pap smear. Girls and women ages 13 to 26 should also consider the approved vaccine to prevent the human papillomavirus (HPV).
What causes endometrial cancer in women?
Endometrial cancer starts in the lining of the uterus. It usually takes years to develop and commonly occurs in women who have already gone through menopause. Abnormal or postmenopausal bleeding
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is the most common symptom and should be evaluated by a gynecologist. There are several well-known risk factors for endometrial cancer including obesity, diabetes, hypertension and chronic anovulation. Hormonal disorders like Polycystic ovary syndrome can also cause the cancer.
OBESITY Overweight women have a greater risk of developing endometrial cancer, even if they’re young and not experiencing menopause. Estrogen produced by body fat increases the risk of endometrial cancer.
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Dr. Joshua Kilgore, a notable gynecologic oncologist at the world renowned Houston Methodist Hospital, answers important questions regarding gynecologic cancer and its many implications that gravely affect women.
TREATMENT USING THE DRUG TAMOXIFEN A drug used to prevent and treat breast cancer can slightly increase a women’s risk of developing endometrial cancer, but it’s a risk that’s balanced by the reduction in risk of breast cancer. If you use tamoxifen, notify your doctor if you have any unusual vaginal bleeding.
What are some signs and symptoms of vaginal cancer? Vaginal cancers, just like many other gynecologic cancers, do not typically cause any noticeable symptoms in the early stage. However, this may be detected on a Pap smear as part of an annual examination.
As the disease develops, more noticeable symptoms appear, including: • Abnormal vaginal bleeding. • Pelvic pain. • Lesion in the vagina. • A lump or bump in the groin.
Should I be concerned about ovarian cancer? While ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system, breakthroughs in treatment options have made this cancer much more manageable. Of the three kinds of ovarian cancer,
At Houston Methodist Hospital, we offer these advanced surgical options to our patients with gynecologic malignancies.
Dr. Joshua Kilgore
epithelial is the most common, accounting for 85 percent of all cases. Treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
What is the role of laparoscopic or robotic surgery in the treatment of gynecologic cancers? Due to recent advances in technology, women diagnosed with cervical cancer, endometrial cancer and early ovarian cancer are now candidates for surgery using the new laparoscopic or robotic approaches.
The benefits of these minimally invasive techniques over the traditional open technique include smaller incisions, decreased blood loss, shorter hospital stay and quicker recovery. Web: houstonmethodist.org/global
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Treat Diabetes With Education IDCC is revolutionizing diabetes care in the Kingdom.
Thankfully, diabetic locals in Jeddah can turn to IDCC for a holistic approach to treatment. What makes IDCC standout as a center is that its foundation is based on care and their goal is to truly impact lives. Wid Hussein Al Harthy, the founder of IDCC, was troubled by the lack of diabetes care in the Kingdom after her daughter was diagnosed with T1 diabetes. The lack of awareness and the scarcity of supporting services compelled Al Harthy
to take matters into her own hands. Today, IDCC provides everything that a diabetic would need to lead a healthier life. Experts at IDCC believe that knowledge is the power that every diabetic needs. This is why IDCC’s vision is to treat and prevent diabetes by using education as a tool. Their services include nutritionist consultations, workshops, healthy cooking lessons and customized fitness programs under the supervision of a health coach. Patients also get the support of a psychologist to help them approach treatment with a positive mind. The center also provides medical services like T1 and T2 consultations, lab services, podiatric care and retinal screening.
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International Diabetes Care Center (IDCC) is a one-stop shop for people afflicted with diabetes. It’s also the first independent diabetes center in the city. One of the common misconceptions surrounding the ailment is that it’s irreversible and requires an extremely strict diet.
It’s not just patients who benefit from IDCC’s efforts. The center focuses a lot on community service, and as part of their educational vision they organize lectures, school visits and community events. IDCC also started The Diabetes Ambassadors Program where they educate school children on the signs of diabetes and how to handle it in school and at home. They also treat diabetic patients at various charities like the Friends of Diabetes Charity, Al Bir, Zamzam and Shifaa.
IDCC teaches diabetic clienbts to eat based on what their body requires.
But that’s not all. IDCC also offers the Right Start camp in the summer. The camp teaches kids how to make healthy choices, shop at the supermarket and read food labels. The children are also given healthy cooking and fitness lessons. IDCC’s message to patients is to continuously educate themselves about the disease and to regularly check their sugar levels. Patients are advised to take control of their lives, eat healthy, exercise often and most of all, to have a positive mindset. Location: Prince Sultan Rd. Tel: 920004478 Email: Info@idcc.com.sa Web: idcc.com.sa idcc_ksa Idccksa
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RU BIES in Our KITCHEN
Allah has given us the perfect alternatives to all medications, so why not take advantage of that? One such alternative is pomegranates. Shiny red jewels that taste good and have some amazing health benefits. There are three types, and they each have their own flavor, taste and benefits. 44 DESTINATION JEDDAH NOVEMBER 2016
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An alternative for medication.
SOUR POMEGRANATES • Pomegranate seeds that are mixed with honey will alleviate septic fingers and malignant ulcers.
BITTER POMEGRANATE
• It softens bile symptoms, relieves diarrhoea, prevents vomiting and is slightly tarry. • It stops the heat in the liver, strengthens the organs, helps with heartaches.
SWEET POMEGRANATE • The water (or juice) in the pomegranates softens the stomach and is a nutrient for the body. • It digests quickly because it is light and produces heat along with some air in the stomach. • It is also good for the throat, chest and lungs and helps with relieving coughs.
• It helps the stomach rid of its excrement and extinguishes the bile and benefits the blood. • When pomegranate juice is extracted and cooked with some honey until it becomes like an ointment, it can be used as eye drops. It will clear the yellow color from the eyes and dissipate the thick wetness. • It helps with rashes on the gingiva (gums).
• Pomegranate flowers help heal wounds and if swallowed thrice each year will make the patient immune from ophthalmic (conjunctivitis) for an entire year.
The pomegranate also comes under the fruits that Allah has mentioned in the Quran, and will be of the fruits of Jannah. “In both of them are fruit and palm trees and pomegranates.” (Surat Ar-Rahman, 55:68)
Since we have an idea of the benefits now, let’s head out to the closest store and get some pomegranates! Web: aateam.org theislamicteam
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OUR BLACK BEAUTIES The many benefits of black seeds. When ancient Egyptian kings, European queens and modern scientists come together on an issue, it’s probably worth hearing. Although today we have more access to information than ever before, we still have a lot to learn from history.
The saying, “tiny yet mighty,” is a perfect description of black seeds. Its health benefits are enormous. Here are just some of them.
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From Hippocrates and Cleopatra, to King Tut and the civilizations that followed, a strange commonality they shared was the value they placed on a certain herb. That herb is no other than the black seeds, or Habba Soda in Arabic.
Where does black seed oil come from?
IMMUNITY
Nigella seeds are an immunity enhancer that help with treatment of conditions.
STIMULANT
Increases the flow of adrenaline and energy.
BRAIN
Research suggests that nigella seeds help beautify, but also act as a secret remedy to increase memory power and retention.
DIURETIC
Increases urine flow by ridding the body of excess water.
CARMINATIVE
Rids the body of gas from the intestines.
HAIR
Black seed oil plays a significant role in hair growth stimulation by strengthening the hair follicles which result in strong hair roots.
AN EMMENAGOGUE AND GALACTAGOGUE Increases the flow during menstruation and the production of milk.
VERMIFUGE
Expels worms.
Abu Hurayrah, may Allah be pleased with him, narrated that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Use this Black Seed regularly, because it is a cure for every disease, except death.” [Al Bukhari and Muslim]
Being useful is a characteristic of all Sunnah foods, and black seeds are no exception. More importantly this highlights the mercy of Allah, who ordains us only for things that are beneficial. Muslims have been using and promoting the use of black seeds for hundreds of years, and hundreds of articles have been written about it. Black seeds have also been in use worldwide for over 3,000 years. It is not only a prophetic herb, but it also holds a unique place in the medicine of the Prophet (PBUH). So what are we waiting for? Let’s open those kitchen cabinets and make use of our black beauties that have up until now been personifying sleeping beauties.
Black seed oil is an extracted oil substance deriving from the Nigella Sativa plant that is native to Asia. Considered part of the buttercup family, the plant has small, crescent shaped seeds that are distinguished by its rough texture, making them unique and easy to identify. The ingredients found in black seed oil produce a panacea remedy, where it is used to cure all aspects of a given illness. Its multipurpose effect is derived from the following properties: • Anti-bacterial • Anti-inflammatory • Anti-oxidant • Anti-fungal • Anti-cancer • Anti-asthmatic • Anti-histamine • Anti-viral • Anti-coagulant Web: aateam.org theislamicteam
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HEAVY METAL STEPS TO THE JEDDAH FORE Explore an emerging local heavy metal band. By Tala Hussein
What inspired Immortal Pain to get into the heavy metal genre of rock?
How many members are part of the band, and how did you manage to find each other? The band consists of four members: Emad (Rhythm
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The band has always been in love with guitar sounds and solos, as well as lyrics that are simple and straight forward. We were inspired by a number of iconic bands including Metallica, Iron Maiden, KISS, Arch Enemy and Kalmah.
How are you finding the genre’s popularity in the local music scene? Heavy metal is like any other genre of music, with its own fans and followers, and there exists a dedicated local fan base for this type of music.
How are you trying to promote heavy metal in Jeddah?
We mainly use social media to promote the band's latest news and activities as well as word of mouth in social gatherings to properly reflect an image of this genre.
MOAIYDROCK
What inspired your band name? Immortal Pain was inspired by the subconscious mind
Guitar and Vocals), Rasheed (Lead Guitar), Anan (Bass Guitar) and Moaiyd (Drums).
BAND FORMED The band was originally formed by Emad in 2005 after meeting with Rasheed in several jams and gatherings. Both shared the same taste in music and the passion to create the sound and feel of Immortal Pain. After running through a number of musicians and line-up changes during the recordings and shows between 2005 – 2009, Moayad was introduced to the band and joined soon after, bringing energy and drive playing the drums. The trio was later introduced to Anan at one of the live shows and thereafter joined the group, bringing a charismatic and groovy touch playing the bass.
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starts with a small rhythmic pattern, often a guitar harmony, gradually expanding until a song is created. Afterwards, guitar solos are added, and finally naming the song depending on the feeling it inspires. The song title combined with the expressed feeling inspires the story that creates the lyrics.
What inspires your creative process of lyrics and rhythm?
Personal experiences and different life encounters dictate our lyrical content. However, unlike other international heavy metal bands, our lyrics do not express religion, politics or misconduct. They focus on feelings and many different experiences.
How do you manage to transform words into music?
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We let the music describe the story, translating it to lyrics at a further stage.
What is your Immortal Pain favorite track?
All of our tracks are relatively close to our hearts, however "Aeon of Agony" is considered our favorites as it is the first of our creations. of the human being, regularly expressing and describing our emotional conversation with our lives.
If you could describe your music in one word, what would that word be? Energetic.
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Describe the transformation a song undergoes once the lyrics are added? Or vice versa.
Bands usually adhere to their own style in creating music. We gather every two weeks to play music, naturally sharing ideas and thoughts. It usually
What does your music represent to you?
It represents our hearts, a brotherhood bond between the four of us and a platform to send positive messages to the fans expressing our feelings and thoughts. ImmortalPainOfficial
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Show Me Your Techno Moves Our top picks for games that’ll keep you moving. By Lama Ghazzawi
As we all know, the brains behind games constantly develop themselves to keep people widely entertained. Lately, however, the introduction of virtual reality to the market and all the health crazes have made game developers find a way to not only keep you entertained, but active as well.
1 Pokemon Go
It was as if our childhood peeped up from the background and revived the memories that this greatly loved game brought back. Being a real life Pokémon trainer made so many of our childhood dreams come true, by being able to chase Pokémon and catch them, right there in front of you. Available on iOS, Apple Watch and Android
2 Just Dance
This game is for those that like to put on their dancing shoes and go crazy. Following the instructions on the screen, you’ll be a professional dancer in no time! Okay, maybe not.. But it’s definitely a lot of fun. Available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Wii, Wii U, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
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3 Zombies, Run!
For all you zombie-loving fanatics out there, this game is a must. Imagine running outdoors while listening to a storyline about your life. Then, suddenly, you hear zombies chasing after you! The faster you go, the more you get ‘em off your tail. Available on Android and iOS
4 Superhero Workout
5 BallStrike
Available on iOS
Available on iOS
This is an awesome app that gets you to defend the world against alien forces with crunches and arm punches. It’s simple and fun, and a treat for all superhero lovers.
The idea behind this fun game is to hit as many balls that will appear around you through your phone. It’ll get you twisting and jumping, and definitely quite active.
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ALBUMS TO LOOK OUT FOR! By Big Hass of Re-Volt
Hardwired... to Self-Destruct Metallica Upcoming tenth studio album by American heavy metal band Metallica. Wu Enteh - Bu Kolthoum
57th & 9th Sting 57th & 9th is the twelfth solo studio album by British singer-songwriter Sting, his first rock album in 13 years
Belong To The World - Oddisee
BOOKS
Fi Hatha Al-Makan - Shiboba Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life By Bill Burnett and Dave Evans
Play Anything The Pleasure of Limits, the Uses of Boredom, and the Secret of Games By Ian Bogost
A philosophical and engaging read that dares to challenge our notions of what fun and play is. This book will help you discover the secret truth of fun and games and see that we can find meaning and joy in even the most mundane aspects of life.
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This’ll appeal to the designers in the room. It’s based off of a popular course in Stanford and looks at how design principles can be used to build your career, make yourself more productive and live a joyful and meaningful life. The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate—Discoveries from a Secret World By Peter Wohlleben
The title seems hyperbolic but it’s excitingly accurate. Learn about how they communicate with their own special network, have friends, bully others and even feel lonely. Then maybe go hug a tree.
NEW ON DVD
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DVDS
Bad Moms
Doctor Strange
A neurosurgeon with a destroyed career sets out to repair his hands only to find himself protecting the world from inter-dimensional threats. With his girlfriend Clea and his loyal assistant Wong in tow, Strange sets out to fulfill his destiny.
Kubo and the Two Strings
Did You Know? While filming, Benedict Cumberbatch walked into a comicbook store in costume and bought an actual Doctor Strange comic.
Star Trek Beyond
GAMES
Dishonored 2
Watch Dogs 2
Sequel to the surprise hit that was Dishonored, this one promises to bring more challenge and many more awesome powers to the fluid loud and lethal or stealthy and nonlethal gameplay.
Watch Dogs 2 is an actionadventure game with stealth elements The game features an open world set in a fictionalized version of San Francisco, it consists of six different areas: the downtown area, Civic, Coast, Oakland, Marin, and Silicon Valley. Available on PS4, Xbox One and PC.
Available on PS4, Xbox One and PC.
Playstation VR
This came out last month, actually, but people have been really talking it up as a solid and accessible VR option that’s comfy to wear and a blast to play games in. Worth playing through the eyes of the caped crusader himself in Batman: Arkham VR. 56 DESTINATION JEDDAH NOVEMBER 2016
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STYLE & BEAUTY SCOOP KENZO x H&M Team Up Every year, H&M collaborates with top designers to design and launch an affordable line for the store. Joining the prestigious line up of past designers is this year’s collaborator KENZO. The new KENZOxH&M collection will be in selected stores across the Middle East starting Nov. 3. The collection takes some of its cues from the ‘70s and ‘80s era of fashion and giving them a 21st century urban twist.
Jack Wills Opens First Store in KSA
Ted Baker For Your Skin Ted Baker is not just a fashion brand anymore; it just launched its new and exciting body care line, available at Boots pharmacy. You can find a whole range of
body wash, lotions, body sprays and perfumes. Not only do they smell great, but the packages are so cute and would complement your dressing table.
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British brand Jack Wills opened their first store in KSA at Red Sea Mall. The brand offers sweats, shirts, polos, tees and more.
ROUGE DIOR GETS A REVAMP Rouge Dior got reinvented and re-launched with new shades and a new formula. Made especially for women who play with their look, who are
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unpredictable, who wear red lipstick one day and an innocent pink the next. The collection has both satin and matte finishes that are long lasting and hydrating.
Saudi designer Honayda Serafi hosted a launching event at Athr gallery to showcase her latest SS17 collection, “The Secret Garden” which is inspired by the beauty that she
H&M HOME AT TAHLIA SHOPPING CENTER H&M gladly announces the expansion of their Tahlia Shopping Center store to include H&M Home.
BEAUTY TREND OF THE MONTH DRAPING Marc Jacob’s favorite makeup artist and friend, Way Bandy created a technique back in the ‘80s called Draping, which is to "drape” and follow the natural bone structure when applying blusher. Marc is bringing that trend back.
sees in her mother, in nature, and in Hijazi heritage. A lot of the pieces are very colorful and vibrant, representing the colors of flowers and nature.
INSTAGRAM PICK OF THE MONTH homegrown_market
A pop up market that supports local and Middle Eastern designers by giving them a space to showcase their latest creations. It is a great place to explore local talent and to find a variety of options to pick and choose from. Located at DOMVS in Jeddah. homegrown_market
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WORK HARD, DRESS HARDER
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THE COURT MASTER
Rayan Al Ghalayini
Performance Sports & Basketball @r.g.training
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TOP: Puma X UEG / SR 930 SHORTS: Puma X Stampd / SR 390 SHOES: Puma X UEG / SR 610
Master and Dynamic SR 1,538
Neil Barrett SR 2,873
Puma SR 521
KTZ SR 352
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Givenchy SR 5,244
HPE SR 200
A.P.C. X Outdoor Voices SR 325
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Adidas by Stella McCartney SR 506
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Adidas Raf Simons SR 952
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ATHLEISURE
Integrate your workout gear into your everyday wardrobe. By Norah Al Eisa and Sausan Alkadi
HOODS UP We love this girly/tomboy mash-up with the pink mesh hoodie and dusty pink sweatpants. We kept it light and fun with the classic white converse. Wear a workout-appropriate tank top like this one from Lululemon underneath in case you want to hit the gym later during the day. Mesh Hoodie Zara Tank Top Lululemon Sweatpants Zara Shoes Converse
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FLOWER POWER Another unorthodox trend in athletic wear: floral. These leggings from Gym and Tonic are given a cool-girl twist with keeping the colors neutral. We've added a pair of Yeezys and an Adidas Rita Ora turtleneck for a straight to the gym look, but you can easily turn it from "plain athletic" to "athleisure" with a pair of mirrored sunglasses and an oversized army green hoodie. Leggings Bodylanguage Sportswear Available at @gymandtonic_store Turtleneck Adidas Rita Ora Jacket Choies Shoes Yeezy
MAROON 5 Maroon is a big color for fall. These maroon mesh leggings are suitable for yoga class yet stylish enough to go out in. To complete the look, we've added a lace choker for a feminine twist on athletic wear. Leggings Michi (available at @gymandtonic_store) Grey Sweater COS Pink Sweater H&M Shoes Converse
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BRAIDS MANIA Rock your long braid for a fun night out and keep it on for your boxing class the next day! The velvet maroon choker and aviators completely transform a simple t-shirt and sweatpants combo like this to a stylish model-off-duty look. T-Shirt Yeezy (available at @_thefashionbox_) Top Zara Choker Topshop Shoes Puma
MILITARY PRECISION We demonstrate how you can take an outfit from gym to the streets by adding a cool camo bomber jacket, leather baseball cap, and a fun choker to offset the masculinity of the camouflage print. Bomber Jacket Topshop Top Zara Leggings Michi (available at @gymandtonic_store) Shoes Adidas
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ON THE GO A breakdown of the coolest fall menswear trends.
Bomber Jacker Zara T-Shirt Zara Jeans Bershka Shoes Yeezy
Co-Stylist: Sausan Alkadi Photographers: Hala Aljahwary Alzahra Aldawood Models: Sally Zack Jory Abdullah Alshehri Makeup Artist: Fatima Alarfaj Hair: Ireshani & Rezel, Brush Salon
Moto Jacket Zara Jeans Bershka T-Shirt River Island Shoes Yeezy (available at @_thefashionbox_) stylemesausan hala.mja zoz_gallery sally_zack madambluee abdullahsh1 f.a.a.makeup brush_salon.ksa
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Breitling Chronométrie The official supplier to world aviation. By Tala Hussein
Leon Breitling, Founder
Titled the authentic partner of aviation, Breitling chronographs has established a crucial role in the development of the wrist and pocket chronograph, presenting the world with reliable and highperformance instruments sturdy enough for sky manoeuvring.
Breitling Jansma
Recognized as the inventor of modern chronograph, Leon Breitling founded his workshop in the Swiss Jura in 1884; choosing to advance the chronographic department, the brand was successfully grouped with the boom of the sport, automobile and as well as the aviation industry.
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Earning its status of “official supplier to world aviation,” while initially supplying various armed forces, during the 1950s and 1960s, Breitling was integrated into commercial aviation as its on-board chronographs became standard equipment.
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One of the rare companies producing and manufacturing its own mechanical chronograph movements, entirely in its own workshops, Breitling is a family business carrying the role of one of the last remaining independent Swiss watch brands.
As standard warranties usually extend over one or two years, in 2012 Breitling introduced an exclusive five-year warranty for all its models equipped with in-house movements, entrusting its customers with qualified certainty.
Once having created the Emergency, the world’s first wristwatch equipped with an authentic integrated dual frequency personal location beacon, Breitling earned its notable status establishing itself as the forefront of innovation and electronics in watchmaking. The Swiss firm is one of the world’s very few watch brands to submit all its movements (mechanical and quartz) to the punitive assessment of the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute, recognized as the highest standard of precision and reliability dependent on international criterion.
In terms of production, Breitling also leads with innovation, introducing a revolutionary assembly system which developed a production chain tracked by an uber- sophisticated software automatically directing each movement to its appropriate workstation, while balancing in-house produced calibres between hand and machine, in order to arrive at the highest degree of quality and sustainable reliability. The Swiss firm, recognized as the world’s best chronograph movement, fosters the best engineers, adhering to their mantra of creating reliable, efficient and
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intelligence movements by eliminating any risk of user caused malfunctions, entirely simplifying user maintenance and adaptability. A Breitling boutique will be making its exclusive appearance in Jeddah, to be announced in the upcoming year. Stay tuned! Web: breitling.com
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HOW HEALTHY IS YOUR INTERIOR SPACE? Your interior space and how it can actually effect your health. Your interior space and how it can actually effect your health. Creating a new interior can be very exciting for everyone, and that new home smell that we all know well, can bring us all a lot of joy. However, that smell that we all relate to a new interior/ building is a little chemical that can be found in paints and all other permanent solvents. This chemical known as Volatile Organic Compound, or VOCs, continuously exudes toxic chemicals for‌ well basically for as long as it’s on the walls, furniture, floors, etc. The level of toxins does go down with time; this is why we recommend you allow a minimum of two weeks for an
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interior to breath before you move into the space. However, this chemical can be avoided all together by making educated choices when selecting all the different elements that go into a room. CLAY BASED PAINTS
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- Zero percent VOC. - Produce negative ions.
- Less than five percent VOC. - Low energy and carbon.
Another thing to take into consideration when creating a healthy interior is lighting.
With this the most important thing to consider is something called the light temperature, meaning the type of light according to the time of day. Always try to keep the light inside and outside similar and low to very low at night (use dimmers). This will help reduce stress levels and create an overall happier feeling in the interior space. Finally, keep room scents and sprays at a minimum and always always open windows first and AC second. The Author:
Dania Shams Addicted to art, design, food and travel. Switzerland and London graduate currently working as an interior designer at Utopia Lifestyle in Jeddah, heading Utopia Junior department. Also, obsessed with hats. theducklist
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DINING SCOOP BHARAT'S SPICY WAGAMAMA IS NOW OPEN IN JEDDAH! CHICKEN 65 Starting this month, Bharat will be open all day. The Spicy Chicken 65 is one of Bharat's signature dishes. Succulent, deep fried, boneless chicken, sautéed with green chilies, onions, and of course, freshly imported curry leaf, served with spicy yogurt sauce. Location: Stars Avenue Mall, Sari St. leylatyrestaurants
The Best Skin with Safi Danone Al Safi Danone has launched a variety of exclusive blends of antioxidant juices with green tea. Every one of the individually made flavors offers a refreshing taste and is loaded with vitamins A, C and E. 76 DESTINATION JEDDAH NOVEMBER 2016
The much-loved oriental restaurant wagamama opened its first restaurant in KSA on Hail Street, opposite Tahlia Walkway. Check it out and let us know what you think! Must Try Tonipressos
CUP AND COUCH There’s something soothing about sunlit cafes that serve refreshing blends. Cup & Couch is one of the newest specialty cafés in the city. They have an impressive range of hot and cold brews; you’re likely to find something for your mood and energy. We must admit we’re enjoying the specialty café trend. cupandcouch
YOU'VE GOT TO TRY Breakfast With an Italian Touch
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COLD STONE CREAMERY
The popular American ice cream parlor has made its way to Saudi. The concept is similar to Marble Slab Creamery; it involves lots of ice cream and topping mashed up together to create the perfect concoction. coldstonearabia
Breakfast at Italian Touch, a bakery patisserie and café, is a rewarding affair. If you’re in the mood for a sandwich but feel the croissants look super delicious, just go for the flaky and buttery turkey croissant. Try the Bombolone Italian donuts to get your sugar fix. Location: Sari St., Ascott Center italiantouch_sa
Fresh greens, bright berries and tangy vinegar dressing make the Mixed Berry salad super nutritious and energizing at lunch. The juicy berries add a sweet texture to the crisp leave. It will leave you satisfied and full. Web: uptown966.com
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We tried Melted’s Oh Fudge! brownies, which were cakey on the outside and the kind of fudgy every brownie should aspire to be. The mouthwatering brownies are delivered in a cute jar. Melted was started by two friends who are keen on keeping it professional, fresh and innovative. The duo plan to create seasonal brownies using their own recipes. melted.sa
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KAKI
GROUP Keeping the Town Fed We explore Kaki Group’s contribution to the city’s culinary scene. Currently Kaki Group serves a wide range of cuisines, always with a local touch that Shaikh Saud and Majed themselves improvise with the chefs.
IL GABBIANO
SOURDOUGH BAKERY
For the past 16 years diners have voted Il Gabianno as having the best Italian food in town. The fine dining restaurant enhances the culinary experience with personal service and beach front views.
BAI BAKERY
Location: Al Corniche Rd., Al Shati Dist. Tel: +966-12-6587049
Location: Prince Sultan St., Opposite Ayah Mall Tel: +966-12-2388897
Bai Bakery is the only bakery in Jeddah that offers healthy sourdough bread. Our bakery offers a variety of pastries, croissants and local favorites such as Maneesh and Kaaka.
AL SHURAFA
The restaurant is known internationally for its quality and authentic food. For 18 years loyal diners have been returning to Al Shurafa for a refined, private dining experience. Shurafa also provides top class external catering services for all events. Location: Al Fadl St., Al Hamra Dist. Tel: +966-12-6602743
AL SHURAFA GOURMET
Al Shurafa Gourmet caters to all your special events such as baby showers, refined kitchen teas and bridal showers. This unique shop offers mini sandwiches, mini cakes and a variety of soups. Tel: +966-12-6394146
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YONINE
At Yonine you’ll find original Lebanese taste, fine service and a comfortable atmosphere. With a top Executive Chef and a brigade of experienced assistants this restaurant’s unique cooking methods will ensure an authentic experience. Whether you’re with family or friends, Yonine is the place to go. Location: Bougainvillea Building, Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6132444
BURGER AND LOBSTER Burger and Lobster provides one of the best fresh lobster experiences in the city. The live Canadian lobster is flown in weekly. Try the Big Boy lobsters, which can be ordered by weight, and amaze your friends and family. The minimalist menu offers a fresh spin on dining. Location: Prince Sultan St., Al Khaldiyah Center Mob: +966-540527776
ZAIKA
The restaurant provides a unique and authentic Indian experience right in the heart of our city. What’s even better is that Zaika presents Indian food with a range of spices and local twists. The restaurant’s mystical décor and aroma makes the experience unforgettable. Location: Prince Sultan St., Al Rawdah Dist. Tel: +966-12-6111796
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RICO’S
HERITAGE Some interesting facts about the creation of the restaurant. In the Byblos restaurant complex, overlooking the city’s corniche, sits a gem that offers something completely new to Jeddah. Rico – Estudio Tapas, is the only contemporary Spanish restaurant in Jeddah.
Delicious new salad and tapas creations are available on the new menu.
It was created by the Leylaty Group of restaurants for the various similarities in the food cultures of Spain and the Arabian countries, especially the way they both celebrate food together and through sharing dishes. This heritage, which is strongly integrated, cherished and loved worldwide, is what Rico introduced to Jeddah. The concept unfolds the traditional Spanish cuisine characterized by a variety of flavorful rice, fish and meat based dishes to share. Food enthusiasts must try this! The European chefs at Rico have now launched a brand new menu based on the latest trends, introducing a variety of new salads, tapas and large paellas. Rico combines taste, history and culture into a culinary experience, resembling
astonishing tastes just like it’s found in Spain.
RICO TERRACE After your delicious meal, step outside on their patio-like terrace, relax, unwind, and enjoy their shisha.
In addition, the unique design creates a great ambiance which suits families, friends and business meetings. Rico offers a Spanish patio-like terrace where shisha is served.
Book your table now!
Rico – Estudio Tapas, transmits the Spanish temperament and passion to the ever-matching hub of Jeddah.
Location: Byblos Complex, Hamra Corniche Tel: +966-12-6695894 Mob: +966-53 913 6226 ricorestaurant1
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IT’S TIMELESS DINING Al Multaqa re-opens its doors this November as Multaqa – It's timeless dining. One of the greatest restaurants in Jeddah is re-opening its doors this month. After many years of success, Multaqa, the iconic seafood buffet restaurant, is returning as Multaqa – Timeless Dining. This institutional dining destination now embraces a contemporary yet elegant European design that can now be enjoyed from lunch to dinner. Multaqa’s new buffet now brings more diversity and flavors; something to satisfy all taste palates. At the buffet, guests will find raw, cold and hot dishes, and of course dessert. Leylaty’s skilled chefs prepare some of the dishes at live cooking stations right in front of the guests. At the raw food station, sushi and ceviche are prepared while pastas and risottos are cooked à la minute at the hot station.
Last but not least, at the dessert station, chefs spoil the sweettoothed with crepes, waffles and ice cream and they all come with a variety of creative toppings. New to Multaqa’s offerings is the English afternoon tea with a premium selection of loose tea and mouthwatering tarts from Leylaty’s great pastry chefs.
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Reserve your table now and keep an eye out for what’s coming at Multaqa – Timeless Dining. Location: Leylaty Complex, Malik Rd. Tel: +966-12-6927717 Mob: +966-505608190 Web: leylaty.com.sa
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Our New Healthy Hotspots Serving healthy eats that are actually, truly delicious. By Sumaiyya Naseem
The Green Kitchen
You can get a customized salad or try a menu item with specified calorie count. Location: Al Andalus Dist. tgk_ksa
Orgalicious
Organic and fresh quinoa bowls like never before. Location: Al Yassar Center, Prince Sultan St. orgalicious_ksa
Salad and More
They offer an impressive range of scrumptious, fresh salads. Location: Red Sea Mall, Gate 8 salatandmore
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Breaking Bread
Their famous Bresaola can be taken as a sandwich, salad or by the gram. Location: Arafat St., Hamra Dist. breakingbreadksa
Lion’s Share
Perfect for healthy portions that pack a nutritious punch. Location: Al Yassar Center, Prince Sultan St. lionsshare_sa
Boga Superfoods
Every menu item’s health-factor is rated from Fair to Exceptional on their Boga meter. Location: Prince Sultan St. boga.superfoods
Vals Healthy Treats
Seasoned
Roots
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For guiltless yet sinful cravings.
They make salad the center of attention on your table.
Wholesome and healthy salad in a jar, anyone?
Zero Fat House
Providing high protein intake for fitness buffs. zerofathouse
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FOR THE LOVE OF COFFEE
The relationship between Saudis and Arabic coffee.
Arabic coffee is as much of a staple in every Saudi home, occasion, or any general place with walls and Saudis inside, as butter is in a French one. Some days you manage to pull off the oh so elusive perfect dallah of Arabic coffee, while other days you’re stuck with a watered down faux version. Yatooq, which translates to “longing,” is a very familiar name for people who have struggled in the past with making “real” Arabic coffee. Prior to their ascension, the process of making the perfect dallah is a bit of a toss up. But now, Yatooq has managed to turn the art of coffee
making into an exact science, guaranteeing you the same flavor every time. Their coffee machine revolutionized the way we make and consume Arabic coffee. Yatooq’s story began when their founder, Lateefa Alwalaan, sought out to find a solution for her house’s inability to master Arabic coffee. She launched an expedition to every region in Saudi to figure out the secret to creating the prefect cup. With an idea of creating an Arabic coffee machine on the backburner, Alwalaan decided to start by introducing her very own brand of traditional all-natural and preservative free coffee, marking Yatooq’s first endeavor.
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Armed with the ingredients and recipes from across Saudi, Yatooq launched its first original Yatooq flavor and the Classic Flavor. Later Yatooq’s line of Arabic coffee blends and local drinks expanded to include a much loved local tea drink, Karak tea, a hot tea and milk drink famous in the region. A line of instant Arabic coffee has been launched as well, to serve customers on the go.
Yatooq Traditional automatic dallah, and the launch of their read-to-make Yatooq Instant Arabic coffee, Yatooq continues to try and find ways to make our lives a little easier. Web: yatooq.com yatooq
Having accumulated some miles under their belt, Yatooq then changed the game by introducing the first ever automated Arabic coffee maker. Since then, Yatooq has continued to provide the same cutting edge creativity and innovation we have come to expect. With their new release of Yatooq Mini travel dallah and ADVERTORIAL DESTINATIONKSA.COM 87
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TRAVEL NEWS Reopening the World’s Oldest Library Housing up to 4,000 rare texts and ancient manuscripts, including the most precious of collections, a ninthcentury copy of the Holy Quran written in ornate Kufic script, the Qarawiyyin library
is finally opening its doors to the public. After years of restoration, the 1,000-year-old library and university founded in Fez, Morocco, will reopen for visitors later this year.
The Next Taj Mahal Qutb Shahi Heritage park, Hyderabad, India is undergoing a 10-year project aimed at restoring the necropolis of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, that ruled the region for 169 years in the 16th–17th centuries, including 40 mausoleums, 23 mosques, 6 baolis (step-wells), pavilions and garden structures; all set within a heritage zone of international significance. The first phase will be accessible to tourists by 2018.
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FEAR OF MISSING YOUR FLIGHT? An American entrepreneur came up with the Modobag, a carry-on designed to convey grownups through airports with minimum effort, operating on a motor speed of 5-8 mph.
ROYAL JORDANIAN’S ADDITIONAL FLIGHTS A recent announcement by Royal Jordanian airlines revealed the company’s 149 additional flight upsurge,
marked by the Hajj season and Eid Al Adha demand, and a significant growth in tourism traffic.
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Rosewood Jeddah Wins Award
The award-winning Rosewood Jeddah has recently been awarded the Middle East’s Leading Luxury Hotel award by the World Travel Awards for the third consecutive year, receiving a grand total of five awards in the last three years.
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REBIRTH OF A MEDIEVAL WONDER Ranked one of the seven medieval wonders of the world, the lost Porcelain Tower of Nanjing, China, has been rebuilt 150 years after its destruction. Reintroduced using steel beams rather than porcelain, along with a museum highlighting its former cultural might, the reconstructed Porcelain Tower at the newly designed Porcelain Tower Heritage Park is now open to the public. DESTINATIONKSA.COM 89
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WORLD’S TOP CAMPING
DESTINATIONS Dwell within our planet’s natural beauty. By Tala Hussein
Studies reveal that the average individual in contemporary society allocates minimal time for outdoor exploration, spending a lifespan between manmade walls and concrete jungles. Escape our artificial cities and the hustle of our fragmented lifestyles, and dive under a blanket of stars exploring natural camping sites around the world.
1. Glacier National Park MONTANA
2. Canyonlands BRYCE, and ZION, UTAH
Montana hosts more than 700 miles of trails through its crystalline lakes, jagged mountain peaks and ancient glaciers ready for every camper’s adventure. The park offers camp grounds of all expertise levels, where the novice camper can enjoy a beginner’s experience pitched on the water’s edge in the Kinta Lake Campground, while the expert gets trenched in the wild alpine meadows.
Recognized as Utah’s largest national park, Canyonlands accommodates for all the natural beauty the foreseeing eye wishes to see, with views thousands of feet down to the Green and Colorado Rivers and thousands of feet up to red rock pinnacles, cliffs and spires. While Bryce Canyon National Park exhibits the voodoo in its 9,000 feet view, locals have also acquired the name Hoodoo Country due to its mindboggling pink cliffs
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filled with delicate red rock “hoodoos.” Zion reserves the title of Utah’s most popular park and translates to The Promised Land, carved by water and massive monoliths that transcends one’s imagination.
3. Haleakala National Park, HAWAII Of the most staggering views, the 750,000-year-old volcano, Haleakala, attracts visitors from all vicinities of the world, vibrating with old Hawaiian fables while also forecasting modern Hawaiian culture. Visiting this Hawaiian landscape will renew your spirits amid a sub-tropical rain forest, the bamboo forest, and a 400-foot-tall Waimoku Falls.
4. Grand Teton National Park WYOMING Named after the magnificent Grand Teton, the Grand Teton National Park is promising of awe-inspiring sceneries, as it is home to massive mountains, pristine lakes and rivers, and an overwhelming abundance of wildlife. Standing at 13,770 feet, the Grand Teton encompasses summers painted with vividly bright wildflower meadows, while noisy streams cascade down rocky canyons.
5. Laugavegur ICELAND Book a hut or sleep in a tent in the camp city of Landmannalaugur, and wake up to the rainbow refractions of rhyolite mountains stretched across lava fields. Recognized for its colorful hiking trail, Laugavegur dazzles every hiker with its array of turquoise and orange streaked mountains, finally reaching the twin glaciers Eyjafjallajokull and Mydralsjokull. DESTINATIONKSA.COM 91
6. Miyajima JAPAN Recognized as the Island of the Gods, Miyajima carries with it an aroma nature-lovers will enjoy with its endless collection of shrines, temples and historical monuments, located within the Virgin Forests of Mt. Misen. Founded in 806, the site was established as a spiritual space and has since then risen to hold holy significance, while also appealing to hikers with its well preserved Omoto Route passing enormous rock formations and century old fir trees.
7. High Atlas Mountains MOROCCO
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mule paths, often employing the use of a camel to help carry the load, and finally bedding down on the grasslands beneath Jebel M’Goun situated next to aweinspiring castles.
8. Valle de Cocora COLOMBIA The world’s tallest palms, recognized as Colombia’s national tree and symbol, reaching up to 200-feet in height, are exclusively found in this sliver of Colombia, Valle de Cocora. A wellequipped campsite, offering tents and sleeping bags, Zona de Camping is accommodative of all types of outdoor activities including horseback riding, rigorous hikes through the mountains, exploring a remarkable hummingbird reserve, or driving a jeep into the nearby mountain town of Salento.
9. Tierra del Fuego CHILE Situated between Chile and Argentina, Chile’s slice of Tierra del Fuego includes the island of Isla Grande, Isla Navarino and numerous smaller islands, many of which remain inhabited. Home to only 7,000 Chileans, Tierra del Fuego is the least populated region in Chile, exuding a sensation of absolute rawness, relishing its end of the world emptiness. DESTINATIONKSA.COM 93
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THE ICONIC WALDORF ASTORIA Luxury gone international. By Tala Hussein
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Casting a calm retreat, Rome Cavelieri is surrounded by 15 acres of lush Mediterranean parklands while still managing decently timed proximity to the heart of the city’s great monuments.
A WORLD RENOWNED LUXURIOUS RETREAT Establishing its exclusiveness within the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, the Rome Cavalieri hosts an astounding art collection and a 2.500 sqm Grand Spa, receiving much recognition including getting voted as Best Hotel Spa in Europe and one of the top five worldwide. The skilled hotelier, Alessandro Maurizio Cabella, is leading the historic Rome Cavalieri with his astonishing 20-year luxury hotel experience across the world.
THE MIDDLE EASTERN TOUCH
Having asked for any Middle Eastern expansion and influence, the celebrated Cabella answers, “When you promote a hotel like Waldorf Astoria Rome Cavalieri, you would want to promote it in a city that is full of visitors and residents that love to travel and experience new cultures. By that, you ensure that you are expanding and hitting on the right market specially that Waldorf Astoria group is already in the UAE with two hotels, Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaima and Waldorf Astoria the Palm.”
MORE THAN JUST A HOTEL “We have a lot of on-going offers throughout the year, especially on the occasion of Eid and during summer. We recently launched the first children’s club in Italy which includes activities like cooking, arts and sports.”
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CULINARY ACHIEVEMENTS: CHEF HEINZ BECK Rome Cavalieri also celebrates its culinary showcase, helmed by the acclaimed chef, Heinz Beck. A beautiful view of the Eternal City can be seen from the top floor where the luxury hotel’s restaurant is located.
The biggest challenge is looking for the main ingredients for the dish and making sure that it’s authentic and will last in the guest’s mind for a long time. — Chef Heinz Beck
Complemented by the restaurant’s frescoed ceilings, warm cherry wood accents, fine furniture, and 18th-19th century artworks, Chef Beck’s gourmet cuisine creates an eloquent environment captivated by Rome’s exceptional view. Beck uusally receives very positive response in the region. Beck adds, “Especially dishes that are in common between the Italian and Arabic cuisine.”
ON EXPANDING WITH AUTHENTICITY Further adding his culinary expansion to the Middle East, “I have two restaurants in Dubai, one is Social by Heinz Beck, which is a five-star restaurant in Waldorf Astoria the Palm, and Taste of Italy, which is a casual dining restaurant located in Galleria Mall in Dubai.” The expansion is important to Beck. He tells us, “Expanding globally and applying different cooking strategies is an important step in my career. I was keen to open restaurants in the Middle East with different and unique tastes.” Web: waldorfastoria3.hilton.com 96 DESTINATION JEDDAH NOVEMBER 2016
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Cold Weather CALLING
The best high altitude Saudi towns and cities. By Mohammed Mirza
Altitude ≈ 1,507 m (4,945 ft)
Perhaps the most famous of all high altitude Saudi towns, Taif is celebrated for its historic forts, gorgeous mountain scenery, pleasant weather and abundance of tourist entertainment options (though some of them remain closed during the winter). Located close to the three major cities (Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah), the city is almost like an unofficial summer capital. It is the agricultural produce of this city that ends up in most Saudi dinner plates in the form of fruits. Farm visits and fresh produce shopping are a major draw for tourists in Taif. 98
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HAIL
Hail
Altitude ≈ 991m (3,253 ft)
It is not exactly high compared to the other place on the list, but it is relatively on a higher ground that gives it milder temperatures when compared to other places in central Arabia. Plus, it is rich in history. The rock art found near the city of Hail has recently entered the coveted UNESCO World Heritage List. So if you’re a history and nature lover who doesn’t want to travel to the deep southwestern part of the country, then this is the place where you can get two birds with one arrow.
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Altitude ≈ 1,174 m (3,853 ft)
Well connected by a domestic airport, this city nestled deep in the mountains of Asir has some of the most dramatic landscapes in the country. One valley after the other, the city has numerous valleys adjoining it. Good for trekking and nature lovers.
BISHA
Abha
Altitude ≈ 2,224 m (7,297 ft)
Its fog, highland climate and pictorial landscapes, make it a popular getaway for residents of the country. Nearby Abha stands what is believed to be the highest peak in Saudi, Jabal Souda. Embedded with rich history and heritage there are plenty of historic sites in the city that are tourist magnets. Not only that, the roads leading to Abha are equally dramatic making it one the best road trips to embark on in the country.
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AL BAHAH
Al Bahah
Altitude ≈ 2,168 m (7,114 ft)
The provincial capital roosts on the arid Sarawat mountain range. Surrounded by forests some of which house Saudi Arabia’s endemic flora and fauna, the city has been aptly given the name “The Garden of Hijaz.” Just around 25 kilometers from the city lies the famous marmoreal village of Dhee Ayn.
Tabuk
Altitude ≈ 768 m (2,520 ft)
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Khamis Mushayt Altitude ≈ 1,965 m (6,447 ft)
KHAMIS MUSHAYT TABUK
Located just 30 kilometers from Abha, Khamis Mushayt is more like a flat plain when compared to Abha’s steep variations. The city offers good silver jewelry shopping options through its renowned Khamis Souk and Silver Souq. With copious options for shopping, good food and plentiful escapades to major tourist attractions like the hanging village of Habalah and stone town of Rijal Alma, you’ll have your hands full with things to do in this commercial city.
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At times it even snows in this region. So as soon as you see the photos of snow in Saudi in the news, you know where to head to. Or if you want to experience subzero temperatures, then a visit in winter will allow you to witness just that. Just an FYI, those sub-zero temperatures feel good only for a while after that you can’t wait for the sun to come up so that you can start exploring the city again.
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AN ART HUB WITHIN THE OLD CITY Painting memories of historic Hijaz.
By Sumaiyya Naseem
“Two years ago, these streets were dead and dark. Today it’s a hub for a community of artists,” comments Mansour Al Zamil about our avenue this month. The Judraniyah Gallery Shop is a high ceilinged haven for lovers of art and Hijazi culture. Walking through the old-style low door is reminiscent of historic Hijaz, where men would have to stoop down to enter so as to alert the women in the house. The gallery is home to vibrant works of over 150 local and international artists, who are united by their creative efforts to paint scenes from the earlier days of Hijaz. Some of the 102 DESTINATION JEDDAH NOVEMBER 2016
The paintings at the gallery depict flashes of the past, traditionally clad men and women, the modern influence on Hijaz and even portraits of remarkable figures in current and past history.
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Placed around the gallery are impressive sculptures made out of recycled materials, a new turn in the direction that local art is taking. Web: jeddahbliss.com judraniyah
Judraniyah is an approach to preserve the beauty of historic Jeddah and to create a meeting point where artists inspire each other. The gallery hosts walk-in workshops for artists every Saturday.
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notable artists include Ehssan Borhan, Lamis Hamawi, Mariam Baflah, Mohammed Ghabra, Samia Al Mahdali and Adam Tijani. A culturally diverse group also represents the cultural blend that shaped Hijaz as we know it today.
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MAKKAH ANJUM HOTEL MAKKAH
The perfect combination of world-class accommodation, outstanding service and genuine Hijazi hospitality• Makkah • Tel: +966-12-510 0000 • Web: anjumhotels.com
FAIRMONT MAKKAH Located adjacent to the Masjid Al Haram, the hotel boasts a prime location as the closest hotel to Kaaba. Adjacent to the Masjid Al Haram • Tel: +966-14-820-7777 • Web: fairmont.com/makkah
HILTON MAKKAH Located in the heart of Makkah, with city, Haram and Kaabah views. Adjacent to King Fahd entrance • Tel: +966-12534-0000 • Web: placeshilton.com/ makkah-towers LE MERIDIEN TOWERS HOTEL Directly connected to the Holy Mosque through the tunnel of King Abdulaziz gate. Kudai Rd.• Tel: +966-12-539-9999 • Web: starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien
MERCURE GRAND UM AL QURA A classy choice for a
luxurious Makkah hotel in the Central area. Al Masjed Al Haram Rd. • Tel: +966-12-570-2212 • Web: mercure.com
MERCURE HIBATULLAH HOTEL Offers accommodations to meet every need with 381 modern, spacious rooms and suites, decorated with a local flavour. Um Al Qura St. Al Hafayer At Taysir • Tel: +966-12-549-8855 • Web: mercure.com
RAMADA MAKKAH HOTEL
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ZAM ZAM GRAND SUITES
located just in front of King Abdul Aziz Gate of Masjid Al Haram. Central Area Ajyad Makkah Al Mukarrama • Tel: +966-12-571-5555
MADINAH DALLAH TAIBAH HOTEL
Committed to achieve and maintain total guest satisfaction by providing high quality service. Abarzar St. • Tel: +966-14-8290055 • Web: dallahtaibah.com
DAR A HIJRA INTERCONTINENTAL Ideally
located within walking distance to the Masjid and nearby shopping districts. King Fahad St. Central Area • Tel: +966-14-820-7777
DAR AL TAQWA INTERCONTINENTAL Luxury
five star hotel that has one of the most enviable locations in town in the heart of the city centre. Off Al Sitteen St. • Tel: +966-14-829-1111 • Web: ichotelsgroup.com
DURRAT ANDALUS HOTEL
Provides comfortable 3-star accommodation in Madinah. Northern Central Area • Tel: +96614-829-1114
HOTEL ELAF TAIBAH To
facilitate Hajj and Umrah for all pilgrims. Saad Bin Moaath • Tel: +96614-818-0050• Web: elafgroup.com
LE MERIDIEN MADINAH
Exposes the curious and creative-minded traveller to the most unexpected and engaging experiences a destination has to offer. Khaled Bin El Waleed Rd. Al Jamiah • Tel: +966-14-846-0777 • Web: starwoodhotels.com/ lemeridien
MARRIOTT MADINAH All 150 spacious guest rooms and suites, offers extensive facilities for families, individuals, and pilgrims alike. King Faisal St. • Tel: +966-14818-0000 • Web: marriott.com
access to the Holy Mosque, the city’s business areas, transportation options, and shopping destinations. • Makkah • Tel: +966-12-576-0000
for visitors to the city. Bani Khidrah • Tel: +966-14-818-8888 • Web: moevenpick-hotels.com
SWISSOTEL MAKKAH A
RAMADA AL HAMRA
contemporary five-star hotel located in close proximity to the holy Masjid, overlooking the Ka’aba, as well as the entire Masjid. Om AlQura St. • Tel: +966-12-5718000 • Web: swissotel.com/hotels/ makkah
MOVENPICK Ideally situated
Committed to creating caring experiences for every person, every time. Al Siteen St., Bani Khidrah • Tel: +966-14-820-8084 • Web: ramada.com
THE MADINAH OBEROI
The Oberoi, Madina enjoys an unrivalled position, just steps away from Al Masjid Al Nabawi. Abizar Rd. Madina Almunawara • Tel: +966-14-828-2222 • Web: oberoihotels.com
AMERICAN BUFFALO WINGS AND RINGS
Prince Sultan Street, Almohamadiya Tel: +966-12-2901138 • www. buffalowingsandrings.sa
19TH CENTURY BURGER
Here’s where the classic taste of minced beef patties combined with fresh buns are available to you. Prince Sultan St. • Tel: 920019819
20 MINUTES BURGER Juicy,
unique burgers in just 20 minutes. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6113187
AMERICAN CORNER
Breakfast, lunch, dinner? Everything you need is at The American Corner. Khalidiya Dist.• Tel: +966-12-6060188
CHEESECAKE FACTORY Home
of the world’s greatest cheesecake. Le Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-606723
CHILI’S Classic American, Texan and international tastes. Al Andalus St. • Tel: +966-12-6634760/ +966-12-6632787 IHOP Perfect breakfast spot. Le Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-122617032
JOHNNY ROCKETS
Serve great all-American food in a timeless and fun environment. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966 12 692 7614
SHAKE SHACK Serves the most delicious burgers, fries, hot dogs, frozen custard and more!. Le Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2617042 STEAK HOUSE Steaks grilled to perfection over open fire to sear in the natural juices. Etoile, Malil Road • Tel: +966-12-6829955 TEXAS ROADHOUSE They offer
everything from hand-cut steaks and fall-off-the-bone ribs, to some pretty sweet margaritas. Le Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2617027
THE COUNTER Create your own burgers and make them special! Etoile, King Rd. • Tel: +966-122754266
WING ZONE
BRAZILIAN BRASA DE BRAZIL A restaurant
known for its deer and ostrich meat and brazilian beef. Al Andalus St. • Mob: +966-549865555
RIO DE JANEIRO Rio de Janeiro restaurant specialises in Brazilian and Mexican sandwiches. Sari st. • Mob: +966-502330914 SPEARS Wonderful and tasty
Brazilian food that leaves you wanting more with every bite! InterContinental Hotel • Tel: +96612-2295555
CHOCOLATES ANOOSH Anoosh offers a
variety of chocolates and mouth watering cookies. Sari St. • Tel: 920013222
BOSTANI CHOCOLATE &
GIFTS For chocolates, gifts and more. AlHamra Dist. • Tel: +966-126412070 / +966-555201870 CARAMEL One of the most
creative patisserie and cake producers in town. Baghdadiyah, Rawdah,Tahlia • Tel: +966-126519383 / 6515593 +966-12-6688527 / 6688529 +966-12-6688978 / 6688541
CHOCOMOOD A special mood in the chocolate industry. Al Rawdah • Tel: +966-12-6162111 / +966-12-6602111 CHOCOLATE CORNER The art of chocolate. Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-665-0669
CHOCOLINE Flavor and
refinement meet to create an outstanding range of luxury chocolates. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-122842846/ +966-12-6548444
GANACHE A gourmet food store that provides savory nibbles, pastries, croissants and more. Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-6601390 GODIVA Godiva thrills the
senses and captivates the hearts of chocolate lovers everywhere. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2616630
LEAVES An elegant local chocolatier. Al Rawdah Dist. • Mob: +966-564444928 PATCHI Embrace a culture and
unique heritage of exceptional chocolate gifts that make life exquisite. Al Hamra, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6525961
The perfect word to describe this restaurant: flavorful. Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-6067233
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COFFEE & TEA SHOPS CILANTRO CAFÉ Hot and cold
beverages, delectable paninis and much more. Tahliah St. • Tel: +96612-2611191
COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF
Delivering the look, taste and aroma of the world’s best coffees and teas. Al Khaldia Dist.• Tel: +96612-6928142 / +966-12-6928142
DEERA CAFÉ Coffee experience like no other. Al Malek Rd- Stars Avenue Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +96612-2632150
KALILA Café and bakery serving
light yet tasty foods from different regions. The Courtyard, Prince Sultan St. • Tel: +966-12-606-1723
SOLO COFFEE Al Rawdah Dist. Abdul Maqsoud Khuja St. • Tel: +966-12-2630263
STARBUCKS COFFEE
The true essence of coffee. Corniche Rd., Tahlia St., Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-6997852
TEA GSCHWENDNER Their
tea shops are staffed with tea enthusiasts dedicated to exploring the world of loose leaf tea. Red Sea Mall. • Tel: +966-12-2150695
TEAYANA A selection of the best tea types in town. Al Rawdah, Al Khaldiya• Tel: +966-12-606-5850 THE BAGEL BAR Offers a wide range of healthy and delicious snacks as well as light meals and main meals. U-Shaped Center, Al Rawdah • Tel: +966-12-6410222
FAST FOOD DOMINO’S PIZZA
An American pizza restaurant chain. Tahlia St. Prince Sultan St. Prince Abdullah Al Faisal St. Al Makarunah • Tel: +96612-614-5994 / +966-12-682-1889 966-12-252-3814 / 9200-12345
HARDEE’S
One of the best fastfood chain restaurants. Al Andalus Hira St. Ali Al Murtada • Tel: 920001213/ +966-12-619 7267
DATES BATEEL Deluxe chocolates,
LENÔTRE Cakes and chocolate for all tastes. Teatro Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2611222
NADIYA Nadiya luxury dates are
DELIFRANCE Delifrance draws on expertise based on nearly one hundred years of tradition. Al Salama Center, Prince Sultan St. • Tel: +96612-6171555
delectable dates, superb pastries and a vast selection of gourmet foods. Red Sea Mall • Tel: +966-122150144 the perfect expression of Arabian traditions and hospitality. Panda, Bin Dawood, Al Musbah Airport • Tel: +966-12-6066103
MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY
Bringing happiness to every cup, cone, cake and pint. Prince Sultan St., Mall of Arabia, Andalus Mall, Haifa Mall • Mob: +966-533888959
food with a unique twist. Prince Faisal Bin Fahd, Ash Shati • Mob: +966-555354139
MARCEL’S Delicious and tasty
PINKBERRY Pinkberry is a non
TAMRATY Tamraty is the leading
CAFFE AROMA Serves everything. Mostly known for their amazing fries. Corniche, near Intercontinental Hotel, Al Hamra • Tel: +966-12-6605160 CAPPUCCINO CAFE A
SHAKELICIOUS Creamy shakes! Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-6928208
drinks, and the finest Arabian coffee. Sari St. • Tel: +966-126837887
store holding a wide variety and the best dates hand picked from its farms. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: +96612-6637995
YATMOR Taking Saudi hospitality
to a whole new level.Khalidiya Dist • Tel: +966-12-6065000
FINE DINING CROWNE GRILL Dining spot
serving fresh selections of US beef, fish, chicken and lobster. Crowne Plaza • Tel: +966-12-6611000
SURA Authentic fine dining
Korean cuisine. Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 920007212
SOY Contemporary Asian cuisine in a gorgeous environment. Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-6643414
selection of snacks and beverages, enjoyed by the sea. Al Hamra Dist. • Tel: +966-12-2891009
CASPER & GAMBINI’S
All day restaurant-café specialized in casual gourmet meals and awardwinning signature coffee. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6637979
LA VIDA LOUNGE
Open from 7 a.m. - midnight King Rd. Tower, Mezzanine Floor • Tel: +966-12-6060048 • Mob: +966555685995
LAYLA’S GOURMET Head
here for sweet and savory treats. Mahmud Nasif, Al Andalus • Tel: +966-12-663-6937
TOKI Toki is the ultimate place in Jeddah to serve authentic Chinese cuisine similar to the practices for centuries in Mainland China. Laylat - Al Malik Rd. • Tel: +966-12-6060606 / 966-50-466-5658
LITE BITE Light treats. Eat smart!. Madinah Rd. • Tel: +96612-2901424
SALMONTINI LE RESTO Fine
and innovative Italian specialities. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-509550993 / +966-12-6696201
dining experience, known for their salmon. Corniche Road, Hamra Dist. • Mob: +966-593251111
LA CUISINE La Cuisine is known for their excellent dishes. Falastin, Hamra Dist. • Tel: +966-12-663 0363 LUMIERE Fine dining in French cuisine. Prince Faisal Bin Fahd, Ash Shati • Mob: +966-555356373
FRENCH BERT’S They have one main
KFC
CRÊPE CAFÉ Casual authentic
objective: eat well and healthy. Rawdah Star Center • Tel: +966-126606633
crêperie. Roshana Mall • Tel: +96612-2634989
PANINO’S Hot sandwiches, salads and gourmet pizza. Tahliah St. Khalidiya Dist • Tel: +966-126064717/ +966-12-6697232
LA CRÊPE DORÉE A local
PAPA JOHN’S
BRASSERIE LOUIS A whole new level of sophistication to French dining to Jeddah. Teatro Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6680303/ +966-507619378
The third largest take-out and pizza delivery restaurant chain in the world. Al Batarji St. • Tel: +966-12-6629546
cream parlor. Stars Avenue Mall King Abdulaziz Rd. Red sea mall • Mob: +966559576854
TALAH DATES Dates, sweets,
JOE’S DINER It’s like a traditional American diner with great American food. Khalidiya Dist. • Tel: 920005637 The largest chicken restaurant brand in the world. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 920021111
INTERNATIONAL AMARA TERRACE Comfort
HAAGEN-DAZS Premium ice
creperie known for their unique taste. Red Sea Mall • Tel: +966-122150462
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RISTORANTE JEDDAH Classic
THE SANDWICH GALLERY
Sandwich flavors from around the world with a unique twist. U-Shape Center, Al Rawdah • Mob: +966-544222234
TOASTED An innovative and fresh approach to food. Rawdah St. • Mob: +966-12-2616747 ZODIAC Fine dining experience combining excellent service and food. Palestine St. • Tel: +966-126607548
ICE CREAM BASKIN ROBBINS STORE
Offers desserts like fondue, affogato and cakes, all in a family friendly restaurant environment. Corniche • Tel: +966-12-6067527
FRESH BERRY Frozen yoghurt
with over 25 topping choices. Stars Avenue Mall • Tel: +966-12-6077479
low fat flavors.Tahlia St. • Tel: +96612-2612301 fat frozen yogurt concept that offers a light and refreshing guilt free treat. Red Sea Mall • Tel: +96612-2151551
STICK HOUSE A fun way to enjoying ice cream. Khaldia Dist. THE FROZEN YOGHURT FACTORY Frozen yoghurt with
a healthy twist. Red Sea Mall, Arab Mall, Andalus Mall, Al Batariji, Al Khalidiyah, Obhur.• Tel: +966-12-2151551
VENCHI The ultimate destination for chocolate lovers. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2614878
ITALIAN IL GABBIANO Indulge in true
Italian flavor with a relaxing classic atmosphere. Corniche • Tel: +96612-6587049
LALLO
We use fresh pasta at our restaurants to give the taste of homemade cooking to valued customers. King Abdulaziz Rd. • Tel: +966-12-6614719
LA PROMENADE CAFE One of the best dining spots in town. Promenade Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6688712 MARGHERITA Your ultimate
gateway to the Italian taste. Al Khaldiya Dist. • Tel: +966-12-6061100
PIATTO Generous servings of fresh and authentic Italian dishes. Etoile Center, King Road Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-692-2501 PIZZA EXPRESS
Fresh pizzas. Tahlia St. • Tel: +96612-2617037
PIZZA FUSION Pizza Fusion: fresh, organic and ecofriendly. Rawdah Ar, Rawdah St. • Tel: +966-12-261-6933 PORTO CERVO Food lovers beware, you’re in for a tasty surprise in Jeddah. Prince Sultan St., Al Khalidiyah • Tel: +966-126901669
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ROSSOPOMODORO All our
ingredients come directly from the Neapolitan region of Campania. Kings Rd., Al Salamah • Tel: +96612-6926318
TARTUFO Rich ingredients
freshly imported from Italy. Ahlan Food Court,Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-126638248
MIDDLE- EASTERN AL NAKHEEL Al Nakheel
presents an exciting atmosphere great food and an experience that is second to none. King Fahd St. • Tel: 966-12-6066644
AL THAMARAT Home of Hijazy cuisine. AL BASATIN DIST. • Tel: Al Basatin Dist. ASEIL Aseil is about a journey
through Saudi Arabia, where we explored different cuisines in the Kingdom and reintroduced them in a modern uplifted style. Courtyard, Khaldiah Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6062349
BYBLOS Savor an array of unique tasteful flavors and indulge your senses. Al Quraysh Rd., Alhambra • Tel: 966-12- 6697655
CUISINE HALAWANI FA Syrian,
Lebanese style cooking. Ismail Abu Dawud, Al Andalus • Tel: 966-12-6688900
GOODIES The ‘go-to’ Lebanese
restaurant. Stars Avenue, Ground Floor, King Abdulaziz Rd. • Tel: 96612-2847333
LABEEB Casual dining restaurant providing the market with fresh Lebanese foodTahlia St.• Tel: 96612-2612301
SEMSOM Semsom is here to
revive traditional Lebanese recipes and create new ones.Al Khalidiyah. • Tel: 966-12-6068600
SHAMI Share our sizzling passion
for good food in the relaxed atmosphere of Shami Restaurants. Falastin, Al Ham’mra • Tel: 966-126743987
SHOBAK Your pie, your way!
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz St. • Tel: 966-536884433 966-138988887966-13-8988887
TURKISH COOKSHOP RESTAURANT
Turkey’s one of the very well known restaurant&cafe chain’s Jeddah branch is serving Turkish food and the food from all over the world with its unique interior design. Tahlia st. Aster center. Khalidiya Dist. • Tel: +966-126062750
KOSEBASI A restaurant chain that is true to the traditional recipes of south Anatolia. Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-6112302 MADO One of the leading
restaurants offering a truly memorable authentic Turkish dining experience. Prince Sultan Main St., Khalidiya Center • Tel: 96612-6901149
TURKUOISE Turkuoise is blending history and culture with a fresh outlook and a savory cuisine. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 96612-6832128 / 966-12-6832276 YILDIZLAR Serving up a mix of Turkish and Lebanese Cuisine. Al Maadi, Al Hamra • Tel: 966-12-6531150
CHINESE ASIA BOX A fusion of Thai,
Indonesian, Chinese, Malaysian, and Japanese dishes with a modern look. Hamad al Jasir St. (Qassim Zeynah St.), Al Rawdah,• Tel: 966-12-6917222
BAYTOTI Offering the freshest ingredients and finest quality materials to provide you with the home goodness Chinese food. Al Mohammadiyah • Tel: 966920007741 RED DRAGON Red Dragon
serves authentic chinese cuisine. King Khaled St., Dammam • Tel: 966-550680111
CHINA GATE Come to China
Gate for quick and tasty dishes. King Abdullah Rd. • Tel: 966-126970672
CHOPSTICKS The “ Fresh Chinese Cuisine”. Al Hamra Branch, Falasteen St. • Tel: 966-12-6907575 NOODLES Noodles blends
traditional and modern Chinese culinary cuisine in a warm and friendly setting. Rosewood Jeddah Hotel • Tel: 9966-12-2607111
PAN JAN Pan Jan delivers the finest Asian Cuisines to you. The Courtyard, Al Rawdah St. • Tel: 966126065994 P.F. CHANG’S Discover dishes that become the topic of your conversation. Le Mall, Tahlia St. • Tel: 966-12-2617021 TOKI Mouth watering flavors from the east. Leylaty Complex, Malek Rd.• Tel: 966-12-6681080 YUMMY YUMMY Yummy
Yummy offers variety of Chinese & Japanese cuisine.Saqr Quraish St., Al Salamah • Tel: 966-12-2570777
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INDIAN BHARAT Experience a
matchless culinary journey with Bharat succulent dishes, fresh ingredients, authentic recipes and mouthwatering flavors. Sari, Al Zahra’a • Tel: 966-12-2753944 /966-503969617
SUSHI YOSHI Sushi Yoshi is a leading Japanese restaurant with its own unique design that stands out from the rest. tallah Commercial Center, Corniche Rd.- Al Rawdah Star Mall, Rawdah St. • Tel: 966-12-6997854 / 966-12-2616734 WAKAME
that gives you a great taste of true Indian spices.Sharafiya Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6440276
We are passionate about Sushi! Come and discover what great mouth watering sushi really tastes like. Al Rawdah St. - Kings Rd.• Tel: 966-12-6682003 / 966-12-6124204
LASANI All time marvelous
ZEN SUSHI LOUNGE
INDIA GATE Indian restaurant
indian restaurant! KBeside Muhammadia Plaza ‘ Madinah Rd. • Tel: 966-12-6510162
Zn Lounge is a sushi and sashimi joint. Roshana Mall, Tahlia St.• Tel: 966-12- 2634889
RAJ TCome for appetizing and savory dishes served at Raj, indian restaurant. Tahlia St. • Tel: 966-12-2632137 SHEZAN Let the aroma of mixed spices drive you to the wonderful experience and delicacies of an Indian kitchen.Sari St. Andalus St. • Tel: 966-12-6621086 / 966-12-6656040 ZAIKA Indian food and dining offering a high quality service and atmosphere. Boulevard Center, Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6111798 / 966-552965028
JAPANESE BENIHANA Benihana
restaurants are traditionalJapanese hibachi steakhouses, featuring the Japanese cooking:”teppanyaki.” Abdul Rahman At Tabayashi, Al Andalus • Tel: 966-12-6686014
GOLD SUSHI CLUB Inspired by
the spirit of Japanese culture and food cuisine. Sari Gate Center, Sari St., Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-6068069
GINZA I CHOME A Live Sushi Bar not to miss!. Rosewood Jeddah Hotel, 2nd Floor • Tel: +966-12-2607111 HANISAN
Hanisan brings a contemporary yet sophisticated dining experience to the heart of Jeddah. Byblos Complex, Corniche Al Hamra • Tel: 966-12-6695894 / 966-506683107
MIZO Mizo is unique, elegant
,yet simple japanese restaurant that provides top notch Japanese cuisine with creativity and style . Tahlia St. Al Andalus Dist. • Tel: 96612-6649883
OHAYO
Ohayo will take you on a gourmet journey you won’t forget anytime soon! Kayal St, Al Khalidiyah • Tel: 966-12-6836789
SAKURA Sakura is Crowne
Plaza’s signature Japanese Restaurant. Crowne plaza Hotel, Al Hamra • Tel: 966-12-6611000
TUNISIAN ALTESSE ALtesse is the hallmark of pastries. Al Hamra • Tel: 966-12-6645877
DESSERTS & BAKERIES AL NABULSI SWEETS Arabic sweets and desserts. Al Hamra • Tel: 966-920001345
BON BON
All our delicious hand-made cakes, gateaux and patisseries are a taste sensation using traditional recipes. Star Avenue Mall,Kings Rd. • Tel: 966-12-6697655
HELEN’S We only bake original
recipes using the best and freshest ingredients in the market. Kayal St., Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12- 6977729
LAYLA’S GOURMET Pastries, cakes and pies. Villa 50, Tahlia St., Tel: +966-12-6636937 Web: laylasgourmet.com MUNCH BAKERY If you are a
person with a sweet tooth then here’s a haven you can indulge in. Al Hamra • Tel: 966-920015010
NESTLE TOLL HOUSE Dessert created with a passion for life and endless imagination is more than just a sweet temptation. Red Sea Mall • Tel: 966-12-2346238 PAUL Our products and shops exude a French way of life: at the same time gourmet and sophisticated, warm and timeless. TAHLIA ST. • Tel: 966-12-26671633 PINK CAMEL We are a place of
indulgence with our freshly baked French macarons, or our unique “gourmet” home décor collection. Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-6982175 / 966-504456245
SAADEDDIN PASTRY The best pastry and sweets in the city only in Saadeddin Pastry. Hira St. • Tel: 966-920017070
SWEET AND SAVORY
Specialized in sweet and savory muffins to die for. Prince Sultan St, Al Muhammadiyyah , Sari Et, Al Salamah• Tel: 966-590310001 / 966-12-6821221
THE CAKE BOUTIQUE
Specializing in wedding cakes and delightful wedding giveaways, while also producing everything sweet.Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-126390767
BOUTIQUES
SAB THOBE
Specialized thobes for men. Jeddah • Tel: 966-546179888 • Web: sabthobe.com
SINDI Classic
and casual thobe-wear. Al Rawdah, Al Tahliah • Tel: 966-126678587 - 966-12-6631604 • Web: sindithobe.com
TOBY Sharp, trendy and simple
thobes made for the sophisticated and successful businessmen.Prince Saud Al Faisal, Al Rawdah • Mob: 966-546234838 • Web: tobybyhatem.com
FLORISTS
multi-brand designer store. Ana Special Mall, Prince Sultan St. • Tel: 966-12-6642194 • Web: mayassfashion.com
AL MAYASS
ALWAN FLOWERS Providing top quality urban and environmental services to the community. Al Tahlia • Tel: 966-126608448 • Web: alwanco.com.sa
CREAM A multibrand fashion &
AZHAR RIMA Elegant bouqets
lifestyle concept store . Stars Avenue,Malik Rd. • Tel: 966-12-662 6272 • Web: creamfashion.com
FITYANI BOUTIQUE
Evening and bridal dresses. Al Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-6673971 • Web: fityaniboutique.com
JASMINE BOX
and centerpieces. Prince Sultan St. Tel: 966-12-2564001
GARDENIA florist, event
planning and landscaping. Arafat, Al Hamra • Tel: 966-12-6606162 • Web: gardeniaonline.com
GRASS Event management
A retail concept offering fashion choices, furniture and home accessories. Al Rawdah • Tel: 96612-668 5533 • Web:jasminebox.com
company that provides planning resources. Alkayal St. • Mob: 966-537979797 • Web: grassflorist.com
NAWAL STORE Abayas and
JEDDAH FLOWERS Same day florist flower delivery. Alkayal St. • Tel: 8007566023 • Web: jeddahflowers.com
kaftans. Stars Avenue,Malik Rd. • Tel: 966-12-6606502 • Web: nawalalmaimani.com
NEWBURY BOUTIQUE
N CUBES
Contemporary fashion boutique Rawdah • Tel: 966-12-2754564 • Web: newburyboutique.com
Floral arrangements and delivery for all types of events. Prince Sultan St. • Mob: 966-551406813 • Web: n-cubes.com
PINK OR BLUE ROOMS
PETALS
aternity wear, children wear, hand painted customized children bedrooms. Al Rawdah St. • Tel: 966-12-6634452 • Web: pinklining.com
SOTRA Clothing and accessories. Ana Special Mall, Prince Sultan St. • Tel: 966-560895556 • Web: sotraonline.com
WAREDA SHAH COLLECTION Plus size clothing and fashion. Jeddah • Tel: 966-502867065 • Web: waredashah.wix.com
CUSTOM THOBES LOMAR Menswear such as thobes, shirts and Ihrams. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 966920000554• Web: lomar.sa MIHYAR Men’s clothes shop. Al
Rawdah St. • Tel: 966-12-2615197 • Web: mihyararabia.com
First floral art company in the Kingdom. Al Rawdah. • Tel: 966-126642519 • Web: petals-sa.com
ROSE LAND From selling
natural flowers, making flower arrangements to wrapping gifts, this store encompasses everything you need. Al Faiha’a Dist. • Tel: 96612-6440028
SINDIANE FLOWERS Sells fresh flowers and offers the service of making up arrangements up to your taste. Prince Sultan St. • Tel: 966-126835679 SULTAN GARDEN CENTER
Distinguished in the field of gardens and their accessories. Al Andalus Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6686666 • Web: sultangardencenter.com
FURNITURE AL GHALIA INTERIORS
Design firm specializing in turkey commercial and residential projects. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 96612-6916149 • Web: alghalia-ides.com
AMERICAN GALLERY Good
quality furniture, both office and household. Tahlia St. • Tel: 966-12-6676031
BATAL DESIGN Ultimate design address offering marvelous objects that underline wealth and sophistication all year long. Tel: +961 1 804 803• Web: b-design.co BO CONCEPT Make customised and coordinated design furniture and accessories affordable to the urban-minded customer. Al Rawdah St. • Tel: 966-12-6141418 • Web: boconcept.com CLOSET WORLD Focus on
UNIQUE SHOTS Specializes
in contemporary wedding and lifestyle storytelling. Jeddah. • Mob: 966-555072883 • Web: uniqueshots-Photo.com
CLINICS ABJAD CENTER Provide a
variety of programs covering the needs of girls in health, psychological and social aspects. Off abdullah albalkhail St.• Tel: +966-12-6968599 • Web: abjadcenter.org.sa
ACT ADULT AND CHILD THERAPY CENTER
Providing accessible and innovative mental health care services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Al Awadi, Al Andalus • Tel: +966-12-2615950 • Web: actjeddah.com
ARAB DOCTORS CLINIC
customers’ needs, lifestyle and budget to create the organizing solutions they need. Sari St. • Tel:966-12-4202435 • Web: closetworld.com.sa
Deliver world-class health care from a local doctor to patient, backed up by top medical specialists and supported by the latest research and education. Salama Dist. • Tel: +966-12-6060092
DIMOS Modern and
BEAUTY CLINIC Plastic surgery,
contemporary furniture. Al Rowdah Dist. • Tel: 966-12-2830302 • Web: Dimos.com.sa
DOMVS Find all exclusive and
dermatology and laser hair removal. King Abdul Aziz Rd., Az Zahra • Tel: +966-12-0020129 • Web: beautyclinic-sa.com
unique items from the latest home fashion that is most trendy. Al Rawdah Dist. • Tel: 966-12-6611447 • Web: domvs@ diyarkom.com
DERMA CLINIC Leading center for dermatology, laser and plastic surgery in the Middle East. Tahlia St. - Bin Homran Center • Tel: +96612-6699999 • Web: derma-clinic.com
GALLERY ONE
DR ASHY MEDICAL CENTER
A diverse collection of contemporary art products by incredibly talented artists. Red Sea Mall King Abdulaziz Rd. • Tel: 966-126077119 • Web: g-1.com
H.Q. INTERIORS 100% made in Italy furniture within the Middle East. Al Madinah Rd. • Mob: 966-565659229 • Web: hq-interiors.com IKEA To offer a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at low prices. Al Aziziyah • Tel: 966-920004532 • Web: ikea.com SINWAN Concept design house. Khaldiya Dist., Abdullah Aba Al Khalil St.• Tel: 966-12-6060811• Web: sinwanconcept
PHOTOGRAPHERS MC PHOTOGRAPHY
A professional photography service in the Gulf region. Jeddah • mchahine.com • Web:mchahine.com
PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAMIA
Portrait and digital artist. Kayyal St. • Mob: 966-555623613 • Web: photographybysamia.com
Medical services covering all branches of the field of cosmetic surgery, laser, skin diseases, weight loss and skin care. Al-Rawda Dist. - AbdulMaqsood Khoja St. • Tel: 920009336 • Web: mamdoohashy.com
EED CLINIC Cosmetic and medical services. Steen St. • Tel: +966-12-6398858 • Web: eedclinic.net
FIRST CLINIC Top-rated
medicial facilities and services. Al Zahra’a Dist. • Tel: +966-12-2754243
INTERNATIONAL DIABETES CARE CENTER (IDCC)
For everything related to diabetes. Prince Sultan St.• Tel: +966920004478• Web: idcc.com.sa
OBAGI A global specialty
pharmaceutical company founded by leading skin care experts. Al Hamra Dist. - Arafat St. • Tel: 966-126614000 • Web: obagihospital.com
SKY CLINIC Offering specialized skin services. Sari St. • Tel: +966-12-6064473 • Web: skyclinic.net
REEM BAJABAA Fashion and wedding photographer. Web: reembajabaa.com
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ELAF TRAVEL Full range of travel and tourism services in the Kingdom. Al Hamra• Tel: +966012-6641233 • Web: elafgroup.com
GYM & HEALTH CENTERS ARENA MMA & FITNESS
Home to the most qualified and experienced martial arts and fitness experts in Saudi Arabia. Al Nahdah• Tel: +966-12-613-2525 • Web: arena.sa
MAJED TRAVEL & TOURISM
All things travel and tourism. King Fahad Rd. • Tel: +966-12-6873600
CONCEPT 10 10 Personal and private training. Prince Sultan St. (AL Salamah Center) • Tel: +966-12-6165665 • Web: concept1010pro.com
ZAHID TRAVEL Your travel agency, world-wide. Al-Hamra Dist. • Tel: +966-12-2613595 • Web: zahidtravel.com
FITNESS FIRST One of the
world’s leading health and fitness companies. Sixty street behind Arab National Bank • Tel: +966-12-6900881 • Web: fitnessfirst-me.com
HOTELS ALBILAD HOTEL
FITNESS TIME Provide the best
An oasis of hospitality situated right by the Red Sea. Al-Corniche Highway • Tel: +966-12-694 4777 • Web: albiladhotel.net
GOLD’S GYM ELITE Designed to
CROWNE PLAZA Experience comfort and convenience. Al Hamra • Tel: +966-12-6611000 • Web: ihg.com
sports and fitness services. Madinah Rd. - Mohamadiyah Dist. • Tel: +966-126226369 • Web: fitnesstime.com.sa
empower and guide women to reach their personal health and wellness goals. Al Khaldiah • Tel: +966-12-2282858 • Web: ggarabia.com
HOLIDAY INN The perfect mix of business and pleasure for today’s comfortseeking traveler. Al Madina Rd. • Mob: +966-509970091 • Web: ihg.com
JUNIOR GYM Sports and physical
activities for children age 1 to 14 year. Al-Zahra Dist. • Tel: +966-12-6911347 • Web: junior-gym.com
OLYMPIA CENTER The largest and most successful fitness center in the kingdom. Al Hamra • Tel: +966-12-6655000 • Web: olympia-center.com WORLD GYM - LADIES The
iconic celebrity fitness scene and the serious, no-nonsense workout. Tujjar Jeddah • Mob: +966-556689923 • Web: Tahlia St.z-club.com
OBAGI A global specialty
pharmaceutical company founded by leading skin care experts. Al Hamra Dist. - Arafat St. • Tel: +966-12-6614000 • Web: obagihospital.com
Z CLUB Offering its clients a
package of sense relaxation, healing, rejuvenation and strengthening. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6690204 • Web: z-club.com
SPA & BEAUTY CENTERS BOUTHAINA
Beauty and personal care. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-6666662 • Web: bouthaina.com
CHAMELLE PLAZA Relieve
physical and emotional stress. Al Hamra. • Tel: +966-12-6656807 • Web: chamelleclub.com
EVE SALONS & SPA One stop destination for services and products pertaining to fashion & beauty for women. Sultan St., Al Haram • Tel: +966-12-6581977 • Web: evejeddah.com JEAN LOUIS DAVID
Hair and beauty services. King Rd. Tower • Tel: +966-12-6655000 • Web: 966-12-6068678
INTERCONTINENTAL MAISON DE JOELLE
A celebrity salon and a leading beauty house in the Middle East.Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-566882700 • Web: maisondejoelle.com
NAIL ART First nail care
salon to open in Jeddah. Al Kayyal St. • Mob: +966506669851• Web: nails-art.com
ORIANA A sanctuaryt o
SWEEP To provide customers
with a pest free environment that is safe for all. Al-Nahda Dist. • Mob: +966-545448181• Web: sweeppestcontrol.com
TRAVEL AGENCIES ACE TRAVEL Ranked among the top three travel agencies in the Kingdom. Heraa St.• Tel: +966-126056002 • Web: ace-travel.com
experience soothing and rejuvenating service. Attallah Center, Cornish • Tel: +966-126220773 • Web: oriana-sa.com
AHLAM TRAVEL Flight, hotel and cruise bookings. • Tel: +966-126610761 • Web: ahlamsa.com
PLANET BEACH Enjoy a
AL AMOUDI TRAVEL AGENCY
private spa experience for a reasonable cost. Al Batarji St. • Mob: +966-581097799 • Web: planetbeach.com
SPA LOUNGE Providing world-class spa and wellness experiences for the mind, body and soul. Al Kayyal • Tel: +96612-2630904 TONI&GUY Latest fashion in the hairdressing industry around the world. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-12-2616230 • Web: toniandguy-sa.com
PEST CONTROL MASA PEST CONTROL
Offers effective pest control by strict observance and maintenance os high quality service standards. • Tel: +966-12-2601684 • Web: masapestcontrol.com.sa
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Deliver the best travel and tourism experience to clients within the Kingdom. King Abdullah Rd. • Tel: +966-12-6577333 • Web: altayyaronline.com
AL TAYYAR TRAVEL Combines
Combines 21st-century facilities with impeccable service and Saudi hospitality. Corniche • Tel: +966-122295555 • Web: ihg.com
JEDDAH HILTON Convenient for both travellers and those on pilgrimage. Corniche Rd.• Tel: 920003800 • Web: hilton.com
LE MÉRIDIEN Exposes the
curious and creative-minded traveller to the most unexpected and engaging experiences a destination has to offer. Tahlia St.• Tel: +966-12-6633333 • Web: lemeridienjeddah.com
MÖVENPICK Discover the utmost in refined comfort and unrivalled service with a personal touch when you book an unforgettable stay. Madinah Rd.• Tel: +966-12-6676655 • Web: movenpick.com
21st-century facilities with impeccable service and Saudi hospitality. Corniche • Tel: +966-122295555 • Web: ihg.com
PARK HYATT Among the finest
ATTAR TRAVEL An expert in the delivery of travel solutions and services. Al Zahra, Mishrifah• Tel: +966-12-6611222 • Web: attartravel.com
ROSEWOOD JEDDAH
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SHERATON HOTEL Located in one of the most sought after areas in Jeddah. North Corniche • Tel: +966-12-699 2212 • Web: sheratonjeddah.com
Travel and tourism agency. Al Madinah Al Monawarah Rd.• Tel: +966-12-6691831• Web: dareenagency.com
luxury hotels in Saudi Arabia. Al Hamra• Tel: +966-122639666 • Web: jeddah.park.hyatt.com.sa
Designed for both the business and leisure traveler. Corniche St. • Tel: +966-12-2607111 • Web: rosewoodhotels.com
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