FACT Qatar February 2013

FASHION. ART. CULTURE. TECHNOLOGY FEBRUARY FEBRUARY 2013 2013 || VOL VOL 22 || ISSUE ISSUE 10 10 || QR10 QR10 || BD1 BD1

DAY GUIDES For the loved-up couples and the singles

Dress to Impress Tips and tricks to make a great

SALWA

GRAFFITI: TALKS WITH EL SEED

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THE SMART MONTHLY GUIDE TO LIFE IN QATAR

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CONTENT

NOTEWORTHY CULTURE 22. Romantic Lowdown A round-up of the city’s best events for the lovers on this Valentine’s Day

26. Single and Proud Alternative ideas for the haters of the dreaded V Day

ART 30.

Speaking to eL Seed - the

38. Stand Up Guys We tell you about the new action-comedy that’s

TECHNOLOGY 42. Photography 101 Take your skills to greater heights with this equipment

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46. Jeep Grand Cherokee Why Ali Driver had so much fun making waves in the dunes of Mesaieed

The Tour of Qatar The world’s best cyclists are speeding round the streets of Doha, raising awareness of a sport that is set to get a lot bigger here

FASHION 56. Annada Scarves

14 Comedy Nights

Nada Alawi talks about her designs and making it big in the GCC

The Laughter Factory is back in town with three great uK comedians ready to make you giggle

58. Dress to Impress The strongmen of WWe will battle it out in Doha to prove their might. We introduce you to the beef

IMAGE BY OUAHID BERREHOUMA

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THE EDITOR

My favourite story this issue SALWA GRAFFiTi this month has to be my favourite – reasons for which are also outlined the current Doha concept or the

artist – I also love the images of his past works. Everyone should go and check out our article, his website and his other pieces from around the world immediately! p.30-35

It’s not just about romance…

Katy Gillett Editor katy@factlive.com

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News from the FACT Penthouse We have yet another team member on Bahrain! Paula is now the boss of the

hope you are too!

Image of the Month

I hope you enjoy!

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Swapna Augustine is part of the Mouth and Foot Painting Artists organisation who will be in Doha this month for workshops and exhibitions under the event A Message of HOPE (see p.84).

Carnegie Mellon.

We led the convergence of information technology and biology.

Biological Sciences | Business Administration | Computational Biology | Computer Science | Information Systems

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Speeding to Cycling Success Internationally renowned cyclists are racing around the country for the 12th Tour of Qatar and soon enough they will compete for a World Cup here too.

For the past eleven years,

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QUOTE OF THE MONTH

“It is a fact that once you take raw vegetables and cook it you are depleting its natural value.”

Founder of Raw ME, Layla Al-Dorani talking to Doha News about a growing interest in the raw food movement in Qatar.

[ THE SCHEDULE ]

DATE

STARTS / FINISHES AT...

3RD

12:25 -Katara Barzan Tower

4TH

14:45 - Al Rafaa Street

5TH

12:30 - Al Wakra

6TH

16:00 - Dukhan Beach

15:55 - Al Rafaa Street

16:00 - Masaeed 12:00 - Camel Race Track 16:00 - Al Khor Corniche

7TH

12:10 - Al Zubara

8TH

13:10 - Sealine Beach Resort

16:00 - Madinat Al Shamal

16:00 - Doha Corniche

DISTANCE

145 km 14 km 143 km 160 km 154 km 1,165 km

GO: Find out more at www.qatarcf.com

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NOTEWORTHY

LOVE IT !

THE SCOPE

Footballers in Pyjamas

“External Use Only” alcohol-based perfumes, according to local media reports. Apparently, “in the interest of public health” and to curb the misuse of smellies as intoxicants, sellers will soon have

Many a Doha resident has been waiting with

to show the ethanol content does not go above 90 per cent and the amount of methanol stays

CAN’T BELIEVE IT

SO OBVIOUS!

We were all excited last month when UK football team, Manchester United, came to Doha for a four-day training session. What really put a smile on our faces, however, were photographs published in various English dailies of

home store, IKEA, at Doha Festival City, but the word about town is that it has been postponed yet again. Rumour has it that the building is still awaiting Civil Defence clearance, but while the

include a warning, in Arabic and English, that the product is for “external use only”. Well… We

HATE IT!

Hopeless Romantic or Downright Cynic?

I am going to start Roger was buying an expensive bracelet

Roger thought for a moment, grinned, then

last year may remember that I am not a fan of this dreaded day. Perhaps it was because I was dumped via text message aged 16 on it, or perhaps it is due to the fact that the world has a distorted shared opinion that this is the ONE day you HAVE to love your other half. myself and proceeded to fall asleep very quickly afterwards. Despite the fact that my other half had been pre-warned, I am sure

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as a surprise and a kiss when I am least expecting it. women are either left feeling overwhelmed, unappreciated or downright disappointed when the 14th is over. branded celebration, empty handed or smothered in roses, I will continue to complain. Safe to say, it may be some shawarmas and a cheeky drink or two this year while watching and secretly pretending to not swoon over Ryan

THE DOHA MINUTE

“People I meet here are more grounded and We caught up with mover and shaker to see how Doha has been treating him.

After being in South Africa for one year, Dubai for seven years, Singapore for three years and the UK for ten years, I arrived in Qatar in November 2011 and was hired to manage Mango Tree restaurant to start with, and now ChiZen. I always liked being in a place where changes are taking place like Dubai before. Maybe Qatar is not as cosmopolitan and quite fun like Dubai, but it is real. People I meet here are more a real life encountering real people. It might not be as trendy as other places but at least you can save money.

I love exploring new places and going for a long drive in the countryside. which you do not see in Qatar. Also, when it comes to shopping, options in Qatar are very limited, especially in the malls.

Plus, driving in Qatar is awful. When you get behind the wheel you have to get ready for road rage as some drivers are so aggressive. Others are like Sunday drivers. Sometimes, I wonder how they passed their driving tests.

When I want to recharge, I go to the beach.

I also like exercising and visiting new restaurants. When I really feel in the mood, I just put on my dancing shoes and go clubbing.

Tell us something about yourself that not many people know.

I love cars and I love racing; it gives me great adrenaline.

IMAGES BY ANGEL MALLAR | OF WWW. THE SCENESTEALERS.COM

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Getting Out and About .

FACT ROUNDS UP A FEW OF THE EVENTS WE CAN ALL LOOK FORWARD TO THIS MONTH. FIND MORE THROUGHOUT THE REST OF THE MAG!

THIS MONTH IN QATAR

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FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY AND MONDAY

IPANEMA RIO CARNAVALE The fun of Rio Carnavale will come to life at Ipanema in the West End at Renaissance Doha City Center Hotel. salsa and samba, along with special prices. Prices are from QR290 with soft drinks, QR325 with festive drinks and the Friday brunch from QR250.

[Call 4419 6100]

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THURSDAY

FERRY CORSTEN LIVE beachside event of 2013. The man who changed the dance music genre will be at the InterContinental Doha Beachside

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residents Jared McCulloch, Jade Rox, Steve Kz and XWolf. [Call 4484 4919]

WEDNESDAY

MOVERS AND SHAKERS Draw up a stool at the Jazz Club for a shooters night. Witness exciting

Di Capri at La Cigale puts on an exceptional Italian experience amid the authentic performance of a talented musician singing cooking A Go-Go pasta at QR85 or a threecourse set menu at QR190, each with one house beverage or soft drink. [Call 4428 8698]

and then take your pick of their concoctions while sitting back and

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[Call 4402 3333] STARTS ON SUNDAY

BELGIAN CAFÉ SPECIAL OFFER Try out oysters and a variety of other seafood dishes from a special menu of the month. The normal a la carte menu is also on offer. [Call 4484 4444]

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THE RED BALL THURSDAY AND FRIDAY

END OF CARNIVAL Dance to the rhythm of the Copacabana with a live band taking you through the last days of the Carnavale at Misturado Lounge Bar in Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park. [Call 4408 7777]

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FRIDAY

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THURSDAY

TABOO AND DAVID VENDETTA at Rocca, Grand Hyatt Doha opens at 8pm with DJs Santiago Vittorelli and Carl Roberts on the decks, and percussionist Patrick and saxophonist Henry performing live throughout the night. Everyone dressed in red will get a free cocktail. [Call 4448 1272]

The second beach party by the Global DJs clan will feature Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas and French DJ and house producer, David Vendetta. As usual, it will take place at the InterContinental Doha Global DJs residents. [Call 4484 4919]

Let us craft each occasion in your honor.

Let us find a translator fluent in both Arabic and your business.

Let us show your guests genuine Arabian hospitality.

Let us remind you that true success is always by design.

Bring The Ritz-Carlton lavish culinary experience and flawless service even outside the hotel. For more information, call The Ritz-Carlton, Doha at +974-4484-8000 or visit us at www.ritzcarlton.com/doha.

Š 2013 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.

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NOTEWORTHY

PLUS

LeT’S GeT RAW Following their successful Middle Eastern debut event last year, the WWE RAW superstars are back in Doha on the 21st and 22nd for the world tour.

CM PUNK “It’s not surprising that CM Punk cites the radical ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper as a childhood the embodiment of the antiigniting verbal ‘pipe bombs’ is rivaled only by ‘Hot Rod’ himself.”

MARK HENRY

KANE “If it seems improbable for

Show – all of whom have been scraped from his boots at some point in his career. the steady concentration of an

tall and weighing in at Devil’s Favourite Demon is a monstrous abomination that seems to have been extracted directly from your childhood nightmares.”

Weight: 218 pounds

Strongest Man – it’s the fact that he’s just getting started.”

Height: 7 feet

Height: 6 feet 4 inches

Signature Move: Chokeslam

Weight: 412 pounds

Career Highlights WWE Tag Team Champion

Anaconda Vise Career Highlights WWE Champion

World Tag Team Champion Intercontinental Champion Money in the Bank Ladder Match Winner

chain-wielding ‘Doctor of biggest star in WWE”.

Height: 6 feet 1 inches

Weight: 323 pounds

Weight: 251 pounds From: West Newbury, Massachusetts Signature Move

WWE Champion

Career Highlights WWE Champion

World Heavyweight Champion

World Heavyweight Champion

Career Highlights World Heavyweight Champion

ECW Champion

US Champion

Intercontinental Champion

World Tag Team Champion

ECW Champion

World Tag Team Champion

WWE Tag Team Champion

European Champion

WCW Tag Team Champion

2008 Royal Rumble Match winner

From: Silsbee, Texas Signature Move

World Heavyweight Champion ECW Champion

“When he debuted on was just a beefy guy in purple trunks. Within a year of his

thing about Mark Henry isn’t

Signature Move: GTS (Go To Sleep)

JOHN CENA

neither can superstars such

Height: 6 feet 2 inches From: Chicago, Illinois

RYB BRYA ACK, DANIE N, RE Y MYS L DOL TE R-TRU PH ZIGGLE RIO, R, TH, AND M ZACK RUD ER ANY M ORE

Hardcore Champion

2012 Money in the Bank Ladder Match winner for a WWE Championship Contract

GO: The event, organised by Creative Design Qatar, starts at 8pm and will be held at Khalifa International Tennis Squash Complex.

Tickets are available at Virgin Mega Stores, KFC and Grand Hyatt Doha.

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NOTEWORTHY

The Spain v Uruguay Friendly European world football champions Spain, and the current South American chiefs, Uruguay, will compete at Khalifa International Stadium on the 6th at 9pm. President of the Qatar Football Association, HE Sheikh Hamad, said coming as a dramatic prelude to the Confederations Cup Brazil 2013. At the event, a pre-match festive fan zone will host games and live entertainment that celebrates the best of Spanish, Uruguayan and Qatari culture.

W Nights Out evenings at W Doha this month so get your party shoes on.

GO: Buy tickets online at www.qfa.com.qa

At Crystal, the Big Friday Night when it will be vs DJ Greg. On the 7th and 21st Crystal presents house and electro DJ Stephane Karl from St Tropez and heading in from Dubai to spin with a twist. DJ Dimix will bust out an urban night on the 12th and on the 26th DJ RNB spinner, heads into town.Upstairs,

in Wahm, its famous White Party is on the 6th when you can tap your feet to the groovy tunes of DJ Adrien Callier from Zuma, Dubai. And on the next night, Stephane Pompougnac, DJ and producer of Hotel Costes, will entertain the crowds. The 15th brings Buddha Bar Night with DJ Ravin, while DJ the 20th to present his eclectic style of cross-mixing electronic dance music.

GO: Call 4453 5000

Two philharmonic Concerts The Philharmonic is in full swing this concert Qatar Philharmonic Choral Festival and the Complete Beethoven

Jazzy Happenings

the 3rd with the world premiere of

at Lincoln Center is Lebanese music composer, oud master with Cuban-born pianist and composer Omar Sosa (nominated for six Grammys!) from the 4th until the 16th.

Then, from the 19th until March 9th, the Andy Farber Quintet is coming to town. Andy Farber is an award-

as the MDR Radio Choir of Leipzig

Festival and starts the Beethoven

and saxophonist, and has arranged for artists such as Wynton Marsalis and Ray Charles. Not one to miss!

considered by many to be the most outstanding young American conductor of his generation, will conduct. Other concerts include Seventh Symphonies (12th), Eroica (17th) and Fifth (22nd).

GO: Call 4446 0105

GO: For more visit www.qatarphilharmonicorchestra.org

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Comedy nights A high calibre of comedians head down to the Radisson Blu each month for their famous Laughter Factory event, and February is no exception. We found out more about the stand-ups who will be making us snigger this month‌

MANDY KNIGHT

How would you describe your style of

How do you feel about coming to

What has been the highlight of your

ANDRE VINCENT The Guardian

The Times

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Matt Welcome

Andre Vincent

Mandy Knight

What is the most unusual situation How did you feel when your place of

MATT WELCOME How do you feel about coming to

Who is the greatest comic genius of

this show!

GO: The Laughter Factory is on 11th and 12th of this month at Shehrazad in Radisson Blu Hotel.

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TRADITIONAL WINTER DRINK Warm yourself with Kunafa Albisana’s

Available in February 2013.

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CULTURE.

GETTING UNDER THIS MONTH

For the lovers and the haters guides for the taken and the untaken among us

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CULTURE

Relax by the pool at Liquidity

DAY

Celebrate in style at The Lounge

Go Far Eastern at Nusantao: Sea Kitchens

CUDDLES AT CROWNE PLAZA

importance of being a hopeless romantic Those lucky loved-up ones will be spoilt for choice

Call 4408 7777

ENCHANTMENT AT FOUR SEASONS

out all the stops. Here we bring you a guide of the events that will let you show your beloved you care.

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CULTURE

Di Capri is a romantic choice

Call 4484 8000

SWOON AT KEMPINSKI RESIDENCES & SUITES

a la carte menu

Call 4405 3325

. call 4428 8665.

AMOUR AT ORYX ROTANA Call 4494 8888 at La Mer

ROMANTICA AT RITZ-CARLTON

a la carte

Take Me There!

Call 4402 3333

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CULTURE

SHARING IS CARING AT CUCINA

Try the Love Menu at The Cellar

Call 4419 6100

LOVE AT SHARQ VILLAGE AND SPA

Indulge together at Parisa

Call 4425 6666

ROMANCE AT ST. REGIS

My funny valentine

Enjoy six courses at Astor Grill

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at Spice Market

CULTURE

CHARMING AT INTERCONTINENTAL THE CITY

Be carnivorous at Prime

Listen to Cuban

Call 4015 8888

CARE AT INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA

Call 4446 0105

INTIMACY AT HILTON

Call 4423 3333

ATTRACTION AT W DOHA

From Crystal with Love

Call 4453 5353

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ANTI 1

The Anti Valentine’s Guide

DAY SAFETY IN NUMBERS

Some ground rules:

then here are a few suggestions for doing it your own way…

BUDDY UP

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CULTURE

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3

4

1.Ted could

4. Get together

quite possibly be

with your best

the best comedy

gal pal or guy

to watch

mate and chill

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5. Party enmasse have time for an

GO IT ALONE

unromantic karak

a No Couples

for singles to 3. Escape. Be free

mingle and enjoy

of the romance.

ESCAPE IT COMPLETELY!

Get out of the city and go camping or bash some

carte blanche

Top Tips:

dunes perhaps

AN ALTERNATIVE FOR COUPLES

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ARTS.

KEEPING EARS AND MINDS IN SHAPE

THiS MONTH yOu MuST...

IMAGE COURTESY OF EL SEED

SALWA GRAFFITI We interview this about his urban art READ

A SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR LIFE beAR GRyLLS

An entertaining and fascinating bunch of tips and tricks for surviving in the wilderness. You read in case the apocalypse comes!

WATCH

LISTEN

STAND UP GUYS

UNO

ACTiON-COMeDy

Al Pacino, Christopher Walken and Alan Arkin in one movie

GReeN DAy

This latest offering from the old-timers is clear proof that this band is ever-evolving and still has a lot more to give.

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ARTS

Salwa Graffiti has been commissioned to give the four underground tunnels of Salwa Road infamous art form should be more appreciated.

IMAGES BY OUAHID BERREHOUMA FROM THE EL SEED TEAM

You say you change your message depending on the project. What is the message you are trying to

What do you hope this new project on Salwa Road

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on in the international media in the past couple of years. How do you

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in the Arab World compare to those

“it can be something beautiful and contribute to society� el Seed

ARTS IMAGES BY OUAHID BERREHOUMA FROM THE EL SEED TEAM

The images show the process of

creation at Salwa Road seen opposite He has a team of young

What has been your greatest

assistants from around Qatar working with him

Where does your love of

and learning

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What has been your favourite project you have worked on so far

“Respect our elders” in Montreal

What advice would you offer in Frankfurt

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wallS Before Doha

ARTS

IMAGES COURTESY OF EL SEED

“Back to my Roots” in Montreal

“The sun rose behind the centuries” in Assabah

in Gabes

IMAGE BY KAFI FILMS/DAFOXINDABOX

The minaret

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ARTS

NEW ALBUMS, ARTISTS, AND AUDIOPHONICS

CHOiCe TuNeS

When you look at long-lasting bands like Green Day, as with the Chili peppers, No Doubt, and the like, it becomes apparent that it is their ability to both satisfy die-hard fans while still re-inventing their sound to keep their material fresh and non-repetitive, and uno is a prime example of that.

Whereas their breakout album, Dookie, maintained its punk style throughout, uno presents a much more varied offering, with a dance track with the ironic title of ‘Kill the DJ’, and a grandiose ballad with Celtic

Dookie maintained its punk style throughout, Uno presents a much more varied offering

PUNK ROCK

UNO

by GReeN DAy

In association with Virgin Megastore around

THiS is the ninth studio album from Green Day (a band that has been going for a quarter of a century released this year that’s called, in its entirety, uno, Dos, and Tres.

elsewhere in the album, we have the raucous, in-your-face punk effrontery that we’ve come to expect from the trio, with ‘Troublemaker’ living up to its namesake in a no-holds-barred wave of crashing guitar riffs. Then there’s ‘Loss of Control’, once again hinting at the undertones of anger and violence that will be found in the lyrics. it’s a fantastic offering from a band that’s ever-evolving.

Brit Rock

Dance/House

Southern Rock

THE 2ND LAW

UNTIL NOW

LAST OF A

by MuSe

by SWeDiSH HOuSe MAFiA

by LyNyRD SKyNyRD

established themselves a place in the upper stratosphere of british rock superstardom, not least because of the track from this album, ‘Survival’, that interestingly, this is the track that we liked least out of the whole album. it only gets better from there...

For example, ‘Madness’ is an outrageously sultry stomping ballad that would be equally at home in a stadium or a nightclub. ‘isolated incident’ is a beautiful track with a haunting piano melody over a relentless electro beat that’ll draw you in and spin you away. The whole album drips with songwriting talent from beginning to end, and is the work of a band who’s not afraid to experiment.

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iN what could be the last album from this DJ trio after they announced their breakup recently, all the signs point to the guys making every effort to make this a swansong album. it’s a relentless journey of ‘hands-in-the-air’ moments that can actually get a bit tiring at times.

We’re all for those song peaks, but there’s something to be said for the build-up too, but simply going from epic moment to epic moment detracts from the overall effect.

Having said that, this is an uplifting album, but it has its place, and that Look out for the remixes of Florence & the Machine and Coldplay, with ‘Raise your Head’ and ‘The island’, respectively.

iT’S hard to quantify an album like this.

The best way, perhaps, is not to compare it to the band’s albums of the 70s, and instead simply look at it as a stand-alone offering paying tribute to that golden era of rock n roll.

True, the magic of tracks like ‘Freebird’ isn’t there, but that was the magic of not just a band, but an era, and couldn’t be recreated in this day and age.

However, the eponymous track ‘Last of a Dyin’ breed’ is an excellent attempt raw, full of attitude, with excellent steel guitar riffs and a hard and fast beat epitomising that bygone era of rock n roll. ‘One Day at a Time’ is a slower offering, but with no less attitude.

A tribute, but a fantastic one nonetheless!

ARTS

CHOiCe WORDS

In association with Virgin Megastore around

Non-Fiction

A SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR LIFE by beAR GRyLLS

read this on the loo than during a lifethreatening water crossing

Following on from his last success , bear Grylls once again gives us the ultimate survival guide packed full of goodies all designed to teach us the valuable lessons he has picked up along the way. Having travelled the world with the SAS and alone, bear shares with us the hard-earned lessons he has learnt from some of the harshest environments on earth. packed full of advice on how to keep going when all the odds are stacked against you, how to inspire a team to follow you through danger and what skills are essential to help you achieve your maximum potential, this book has it all, even if you have no desire to follow suit.

Like any survival guide, this book wouldn’t make the top 10 when deciding what to pack on your next adventure. you’re more likely to read this on the loo than during a lifethreatening water crossing. Saying this, however, bear has been through it all. Critics retain their qualms on the originality of his television programme, yet over the past few years, this explorer slash hard-ass is probably the man you would want to turn to if faced with a tricky situation. and so many stories leaving you aching for unachievable excitement, this is certainly a good read. the edge of our seats (like his show)!

Crime Fiction

Autobiography

Non-Fiction

THE UNCOMMON APPEAL OF CLOUDS

COMING TO MY SENSES

THE HONEST TRUTH ABOUT DISHONESTY

by ALySSA HARAD

by ALexANDeR MCCALL SMiTH

iSAbeL Dalhousie is a mother, wife, employer and editor. All too aware that humans should be responsible, she is faced with a new puzzle to solve. After an exquisite painting goes missing from the collection of Duncan Munrowe, a wealthy, old-fashioned philanthropist and fatherof-two, isabel enters into negotiations yet with her sharp eye and philisophical mindset, isabel is the perfect detective.

The ninth installment in the author’s series, this latest offering is somewhat of a improvement. Although the plot is slim and arguably forgettable, the action is cleverly interspersed with the protagonist’s musings on various subjects, often compellling the reader to reassess their own actions.

by DAN ARieLy

AGeD 36, earnest, bookish and terminally shopping averse, Alyssa Harad thinks she knows herself. One day, having stumbled on a perfume review blog, she is surprised at her seduction by such a girly extravagance which ultimately leads her to become obsessed with the seductive underworld of scent and the brilliantly quirky people she meets there.

DAN Ariely delves into the world of cheating, deception and willpower with this thorougly researched and insightful number. After years of exploring the essay mills which supply students with research papers, Ariely’s 12-page papers set out to ask why and when cheating occurs, whether it is useful and how it can

Once described as a ‘serious, birkenstock-wearing feminist, Alyssa’s memoir is charming to say the least. As her passion grows, the transformation of the author silmultaneously blossoms, where her once cemented opinions change and she retains a new lease of life to reaqauint herself with her feminine side through perfume.

Dan is a professor of psychology and behavioural economics, so should really know what he’s talking about.

He masterfully intertwines a disarming personal touch into his writing, however, the bottom line is that the book is about the downside of cheating and lying. He believes most people mean to be honest yet his solutions are somewhat weak.

paradoxical nature of dishonesty.

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TOP FILMS SHOWING THIS MONTH IN QATAR

ON SCReeN

that is how old they looked on the playback.... whatever happened to

Stand Up Guys D: FISHER STEVENS C: AL PACINO, ALAN ARKIN CHRISTOPHER WALKEN

Val (Al Pacino) is released from prison after serving 28 years for refusing to give up a close criminal associate. His best mate Doc (Walken) is there to pick him up with another pal Hirsch (Arkin). WIth a bond as strong as ever, one of the friends has been put in an impossible quandry by a former mob boss and

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actually breaks the mold of the usual movies that appear in this genre... after all, it stars not one, not two, but three former Academy Award winners: Al Pacino (The Godfather, Scarface), Christopher Walken (Catch Me If You Can, Pulp Fiction) and Alan Arkin ( ).

Good old Al is back on top form, despite his character struggling for over two decades in prison for being a former small-time crook.

Supported by best bud Doc, who seems to

be stuck between a rock and a hard place, the pair are complete with their third amigo, the now-retired Hirsch. for mayhem is still very much alive and effort to compensate for the decades of crime, drugs and sex they have all missed.

Although limited in the potential for the Oscar-qualifying run, added songs

blockbuster.

ARTS

Side Effects D: STEVEN SODERBURGH C: ROONEY MARA, CHANNING TATUM, JUDE LAW

Focusing on a successful New York couple (Rooney Mara and Channing how their world is turned upside down psychiatrist (Jude Law) - intended to treat anxiety - has unexpected and lifeshattering side effects, while she awaits

Steven Soderburgh has reteamed with his Contagion screenwriter Scott Z. Burns to create this psychological thriller. For one, we love seeing Rooney Mara in a new flick following her startling performance in A Girl With A Dragon Tattoo. Tatum has also moved away from his lovey-dovey side from the likes of The Vow and left his lets-stripand-dance character behind (Magic )... thank god! With the support from Jude Law and Catherine Zeta-Jones we are still making up our minds about this one.

regretted those wild

[ SYNOPSIS]

Bullet to the Head, based upon the French graphic novel Du Plomb Dans La Tete, sees a hitman (Sylvester Stallone) teaming up with a young Washington DC detective (Sung Kang) in a high-stakes investigation that leads from the dingy back alleys all the way to the power corridors of New Orleans. The unlikely duo, brought together by two murders, take out all who stand in their way (of

the wind wouldnt change

exact revenge.

A Good Day To Die Hard Snitch is the story of a father who goes undercover for the DEA in order to free his teenage son who has been wrongly accused of a drug distribution crime and is looking at a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 10 years. Risking his family and his own life, The Rock, once the place apart. He is, after all, a human giant obsessed with protein shakes... so

D: JOHN MOORE C: BRUCE WILLIS, JAI COURTNEY, MARY ELIZABETH WINSTEAD

NYC cop John McClane (Willis) travels to Russia to help out his seemingly wayward son, Jack (Courtney), only to discover that Jack is a CIA operative working to prevent a nuclearweapons heist, causing the father and son to team up against the underworld forces.

another Die Hard. Yes sorry folks, but then no one is forcing you to go and see Expect, yet again, machine guns, whizbang explosions and Bruce Willis pulling out a few quality one-liners... not that we It could, however, be a return to form but

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TECHNOLOGY.

KEEPING THE PEOPLE OF QATAR STATE-OF-THE-ART

THE PHOTO LAB The best photography equipment that is available in the country.

ALI DRIVER

JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE We CAN HANDLe iT!

in the desert while driving this baby. He says it is perfect as an SUV and an every day car.

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AND ALSO...

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MASERATI GRANTURISMO SPORT

IPHONE 5

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One of the most highly anticipated releases in years,

A creation of absolute beauty, the GrandTurismo Sport is pure Italian style!

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when it comes to quality, you get what you pay for. And all of this equipment is, in short, the business…

Nikon D4 AVAiLAbLe: SALAM STOReS (pRiCe: QR25,990)

THE Nikon D4 is a pro-grade 16MP SLR camera that works well for any type of photography, but is especially good for sports and action photography. It allows the photographer to get in, take pictures and get out with the absolute minimum of fuss over settings and so on.

It takes fantastic pictures at a blistering ten frames per second, and has both an excellent autofocus system and automatic ISO selector still take great pictures as it gets darker.

Canon Pixma Pro-1 AVAiLAbLe: SALAM STOReS (pRiCe: QR4,200)

The Canon Pixma Pro-1 is a printer with a difference – while it

in super-high quality on various forms of paper from A4 to A3 and graphic designers in mind.

While the output is a little slower than normal printers because of printing your portfolio for a presentation or exhibition – the quality will more than make up for it!

However, as one of the most expensive printers of this kind on why the list of features it boasts is also impressive.

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IMac 27” AVAiLAbLe: iSpACe (QR7,799)

brilliant display to see your snaps in as high a quality as power to work on lots of high-resolution images. And you have lots of room to display images in detail and edit them.

Enter the iMac 27-inch. Featuring a new ultra-slim allneeded. It also boasts a stunning widescreen display,

chips combined into one), 8GB RAM (expandable up to a whopping 32GB) and 1TB of storage.

SanDisk Extreme Pro 64GB

Fomex HD 600 AVAiLAbLe: yAQuby STORe, by ORDeR (pRiCe: QR2,240)

AVAiLAbLe: SALAM STOReS (pRiCe: QR1,100)

with a range of other industry-standard stands and mounts. serious storage space to hold them all, one of the best on the market in Qatar.

You can capture and save high-quality images and video at industry-leading speeds, and it can upload that data to your PC at a very rapid pace. With a maximum read speed of 95MB/s, with write speeds

These 600W monolights have a unique feature – thanks to the 1000w modelling light, you can

For ease of use, portability and durability, the with the Fomex HD600.

transfer, thereby drastically speeding up

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LAB TEST

NOKIA LUMIA 920

VERY IMPRESSED “Smooth, sleek and simple design with great viewing angles.”

PLEASED “This Fatboy charging pad is a really nice accessory for the Lumia - simply place the phone on it to charge!”

INDIFFERENT “App creators need to up their game to make sure this device is a success.”

AVAiLAbLe: ViRGiN MeGASTORe (pRiCe QR 2,499)

SINCE MICROSOFT and its manufacturing partners introduced Windows Phone 7, they have tried in vain to introduce a legitimate competitor to the Apple iPhone. They have also failed to unseat an army of Android devices, where translate to commercial or critical success.

However, the Nokia Lumia 920 (Windows Phone 8) is now proving itself to be a worthy competitor to iOS and Android. With an eye-catching design and distinguishing features, the new software is faster and more robust than its predecessor, yet will this secure this First the key features: Measuring 5.13in x 2.79in x 0.42in and available in a number

getting around the fact this phone carries extra pounds compared to the iPhone 5 and Samsung Galaxy SIII. To really push the attractiveness of this phone, the Lumia 920 has a 4.5-inch screen with PureMotion HD+, ClearBlack, Sunlight Readability Enhancement and Corning Gorilla Glass 2.0 – in English, this means bright colours, deep blacks, smooth animation and videos, glare combat, a sturdy screen and a touch panel with increased sensitivity.

As for the software, the 1.5 GHz dualcore processor and 1GB of RAM make

slick movements possible, but with the Windows Phone 8, although things snap at a reasonable pace, there is a delay when loading apps. A plus is the from stronger noise cancellation when outdoors. It also offers one of the best Skype integrations available on any mobile device.

Everyone knows that Windows Phone 8 lack of apps problem. Microsoft recently announced that the Windows Phone Store has crossed the 125,000 apps mark but this does not take away from the simple fact that there is no Instagram (even with the 1.2 megapixel camera), no Spotify and no Dropbox (although there are alternatives).

Three words: Save your cash.

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gloss red or yellow), the slightly curved back of the 920 protrudes far enough to make it a relatively thick whilst also hefty phone by topping the scale at roughly

. Lightweight with a great design . Durable and reliable

CONS . Limited number

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IPHONE 5 AVAiLAbLe: ViRGiN MeGASTORe (pRiCe QR 3,049)

FEW PHONES have caused as much of a stir with their release than the iPhone 5. So, when we were offered the phone chance to see if it lived up to the hype. Initial design feels much more compact than the 4 and 4S, despite the fact that the phone is slightly longer. The width is almost the same, but the iPhone 5 is much lighter than the 4S, while still feeling solid and well-built.

The screen, however, is bigger, thanks partly to the phone being longer, but also because it pushes out closer to the edges of the phone, making it seem much bigger than before. The iPhone 5 boasts a 4-inch inch screen.

When considering the much larger screens of phones like the Samsung Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note 2, some might compare the iPhone unfavourably, but Apple

messages and wait for you to speak, after which it will send it for you. You can also ring people, get directions, and so on. straight into the Maps app and poinpointed my location exactly. However, it should may have trouble understanding your commands, though it is programmed to learn your accent, so that this problem diminishes with time.

Overall, we were very impressed with the iPhone 5.

PROS . Lighter than before .

CONS . Issues with maps app accents

PLEASED “The screen is bigger, and yet the phone is lighter than the 4S, making it feel very manageable in your hand.”

make the iPhone sit in one hand and be easy to use.

INDIFFERENT to was divided between loving the big screens on the Galaxy S3 and the colossal screen on the Note 2, and those loving the more compact and manageable design of the iPhone.

One of the most controversial issues with the iPhone 5 once it hit the market was the maps software. While it does look snazzier than Google Maps, and has a nice 3D mode, there were a lot of issues with the navigation software, though Apple do claim

is fantastic voice recognition software that allows you to give commands to the iPhone without having to manually input them yourself. For example, you can order

“The maps app has faced some problems, but it seemed ok when we tried it.”

PLEASED “Siri worked very well at understanding commands, as long as the person talking had an English accent!”

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ALI DRIVER SAYS THAT

“Once again, the Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited has thoroughly impressed me!”

Our Mystery Motoring Expert, Ali Driver, is a die-hard fan of the Jeep Grand Cherokee…

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Off-road Like a Boss!

On The Streets…

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“It works as both an SUV and an everyday drive, which is exactly what it needs to do”

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ALI DRIVER SAYS THAT

“The GranTurismo Sport is the epitome of Italian style, Our Mystery Motoring Expert, Ali Driver, fell in love with the Maserati

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This is a car that will make you hate Bahrain for not having hundreds of miles of twisting mountain roads to navigate.

1. He lives in Qatar and says he grew up on the streets of 2. He says his car

3. He drives cars ever tell him).

4. He claims to be able to change a regular car tyre in

on his wall.

helps him.

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FASHION.

FIGHTING THE BATTLE AGAINST BAD TASTE IN QATAR

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Merging with Fashion Nada Alawi, a local GCC designer and the face behind Zara de Haldevang about her designs and the stories behind the scarves she creates.

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“Take your senses

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on a journey through colour, beauty, strength, softness and luxury.”

“The scarves each have their own story, whether it is inspirational, romantic or the appreciation of women

GO: Annada is available in Qatar from 51 East. Log onto www.annadaonline.com for more information.

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to dress is a tangible representation of your feelings and of your expectations for the evening. Although most of the thought process is made subconsciously, it is helpful to keep some things in mind so as not to send the wrong signals to your date.

In this issue we’ve selected our ideal Valentines Day looks. Whether your plans involve dinner reservations, an intimate night in, a romantic surprise, or drinks with the girls – we’ve got you covered on the sartorial front. Follow our styling tips and consider that second date in the bag!

The princess dress of our dreams, this pinktextured crepe dress by Lanvin will make sure

This Valentines treat your feet to this pretty bouquet

by Jimmy Choo.

Osman & DVF For a more unorthodox approach try loving this look by Osman - its execution is pure perfection. To recreate a similar look, combine these trousers by DVF with a silk tank and slim heeled sandals.

With its neutral colouring and undemanding design, this leather clutch exudes sophistication.

Hues of pink, red, white and black make up our primary colour story. Accessorise with

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“One is never over-dressed or underdressed Karl Lagerfeld

wrong with an LBD. A tried and true

hard-edged ferocity that shows you know what you want.

A tunic in a deep jewel tone like this one by French couturière the simplest things can be the most dramatic. Its easy silhouette makes for a no-nonsense look intoxicating.

more than this 18-karat rose gold eternity ring. Time to start dropping hints now!

cady dress is the picture of Parisian chic, best kept simple styled with bare legs and block heels.

The red lace dress is a true Valentines classic ideal for the her femininity. To elongate your legs team it with a pump in a nude tone. For an edgier take try a black lace dress.

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A lot of the weight on Valentine’s Day falls on the man, which can be daunting as expectations are high. To help alleviate some of that pressure we’ve found a diverse selection of styles varying from dapper to weekend casual.

Phillip Lim seamless with a hard edge and laidback attitude. A largely monochrome collection, Spring/Summer 2013 saw a more aloof sensibility to the Phillip Lim man, inspired by Japanese martial arts

Lacoste bring us a pair of trainers in a clinical white, the pale colour pallet that season.

You had us at couture. with

to toe this look does nothing if not impress, making it ideal for a no-expense-spared evening of extravagance. If looking good is as

Choosing the right tie can be a nightmare, demolish any unnecessary stress by opting for this suitably selected burgundy tie by Burton. Red is the colour of love after all!

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This season Burberry comes embracing a pop style makeover whilst staying true to their signature military inspired tailoring.

It hardly seems romantic but this lapel pin, by aptly named menswear accessory label Vanities, will insert a rebellious note to the somewhat tedious uniform that comes with the holiday.

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Burton is the ideal stop for those in the market for a stylish yet reasonably priced

A big story for Spring/Summer 2013 is head-to-toe white seen here executed with

a few loud accessories embraces a fun contemporary twist.

comes with a pure monochrome look, whilst developing a fondness for exaggerated collars.

UNFUSSY STYLISH Simplicity can be the hardest thing to master, though it has been known to have the best results. H&M shows us how to pair unfussy separates in a coordinating tone creating a quiet look that revels in its seamless serenity.

Hey there sunshine! plans include a day out in the sun, shield your eyes in style with these cool wayfarer ombre shades by Burton.

Twin this stylish pair of derby shoes by Pull & Bear with a pair of chinos and a sweater in a contrasting colour, for a preppy

COMFY CASUAL Diversify your off duty-wardrobe with this powder blue sweat that once in your possession will spend little time many other staples at New Look.

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INDEX The swanky interior of Madison Piano Bar at La Cigale Hotel

really beg to differ...

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“The grilled lobster with miso butter, really stole the show, and it was perhaps the easiest dish to cook!

Grilled Lobster Thai Slaw

Hamachi Sashimi

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VENUE REVIEW

Red Lobster

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SPORTS

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C-RING ROAD (SUHAIM BIN HAMAD ST.) (4444 1066) PRICE: 100-150 PER PERSON

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1 New England Sampler

QR50

1 NY strip & lobster tail

QR130

1 Lobster & shrimp pasta

QR45

1 Choc Lava Cookie

QR24

1 Apple crumble

QR24

2 Soft drinks

QR26

TOTAL

QR299

valet service access set within the

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entrance through a long corridor in slate stone and, alongside the 120 seats terrace. The restaurant also offers a Ling-Ling Lounge for smaller intimate gatherings and occasions.

Hakkasan Doha will open its doors to the public every evening from 6pm till 2am and from 12pm till 3.30pm for a special Dim Sum Lunch every Friday.

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and grilled Chilean seabass with Chinese honey, but will also have a number of specially designed dishes, such as stir-

fried duck with wing bean and Shanghai fried lamb tenderloin.

The menu is impressive and the décor is

SPORTS

A new Michelin-starred dining concept has landed on our doorsteps as St. Regis opens Hakkasan, a London-born modern Cantonese restaurant.

This is the third branch to open in GCC with restaurants also in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, UAE. Head Chef Lai Min Wei, formerly of Hakkasan Dubai, has overseen the creation and preparation of the menu.

Hakkasan Doha will serve signature dishes found across its restaurants including Peking duck with caviar,

On the roof of Arumaila Boutique Hotel in Souq Waqif a new relaxed and eclectic dining option has opened. Al Matbakh, meaning the kitchen in Arabic, serves everything that can be grilled on hot stones, charcoal or inside a tandoor oven.

The diverse menu features plenty of dishes with ingredients such as lamb and premium grades of Wagyu beef to Angus tenderloin, and fresh seafood like lobster, calamari and shrimp cooked in a variety of different ways, whether your tastes are conventionally Western, moderately Arabic or aromatically Indian. Alternative and creative vegetarian dishes are also available.

Al Matbakh is open daily from 7pm to 12am with a fantastic view of the corniche.

NIGHTS

Fine Cantonese Dining Arrives

EATS

Grab a Grill under the Stars

A New Lunch Option Hits West bay

for a couple of years now and it is so exciting to see it come to fruition… Our

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Inspired by the traditional Parisian brasserie, the menu consists of dishes such as foie gras parfait, pot-au-feu and croque-madame. A selection of sweets is also available including chocolate fondant and vanilla crème brulée.

Initially La Varenne is open for breakfast and lunch, with special business lunch menus from Sunday through Thursday, but a dinner menu

will be launched in the coming months.

Heading up the kitchen is executive chef Stuart Collins, who trained under Gordon Ramsay and Michael Caines.

Commenting on the launch, he said,

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La Varenne, a brasserie offering classic French cuisine in a contemporary

a typical brasserie, although we have also included a number of more locallyand the sticky date pudding.”

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RESTAURANT LISTINGS EATS

RODIZIO Crowne Plaza Doha

CHINESE Radisson Blu

NIGHTS

TSE YANG

EUROPEAN AROMA

BISTRO 61 Al Fardan Towers, West Bay

SPORTS

NORTH AMERICAN

Hawaiian barbecue evenings

Four outlets across Doha

LA SAHITAINE Hilton Doha

Four outlets across Doha Radisson Blu Three outlets across Doha JOHNNY ROCKETS Two outlets across Doha

LEISURE

BISTRO BISTRO Radisson Blu

SORMANI

BELGIAN CAFÉ Intercontinental Doha

C Ring Road

FINE DINING AFRO-PORTUGUESE

THE DINING ROOM

BODIES

GORDON RAMSAY DOHA

ASIAN WOK MEE NOODLE HOUSE

SPICE MARKET W Hotel

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NUSANTAO: SEA KITCHENS

LA MER Ritz-Carlton

FRENCH LA MAISON DU CAVIAR W Hotel DALLOYAU

ASIA LIVE! Doha Marriott CHOPSTICKS Wyndham Grand Regency NOODLE HOUSE

PAUL BAKERY & RESTAURANT Two outlets across Doha

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MAXIM Radisson Blu

BRAZILIAN GO:

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IPANEMA BRAZILIAN CHURRASCARIA West End Doha

INDIAN BOMBAY BALTI Radisson Blu

SAFFRON LOUNGE Katara Cultural Village

LENOTRE

TAJ RASOI Doha Marriott

VINE

STAR OF INDIA

OPAL BY GORDON RAMSAY

SARANGI Horizon Manor Hotel

FLYING CARPET The Torch Doha YUM YUM

INTERNATIONAL

Dining Themes at The Torch

SPORTS

BLUE Grand Heritage Hotel Doha

NIGHTS

J G SANDWICH CELLAR

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CHINGARI Radisson Blu

ITALIAN DI CAPRI La Cigale Hotel

LE CIGALON La Cigale Hotel

CUCINA Renaissance City Center Hotel

AL CANTEEN

LAGOON RISTORANTE

THE SQUARE InterContinental The City

IL TEATRO

a la carte

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FLAVOURS Grand Heritage Doha Hotel

COSMO Millennium Hotel ANIMATO RESTAURANT

THE ITALIAN JOB Radisson Blu

CHOICES Oryx Rotana

LA DOLCE VITA

BODIES

CROSSROADS KITCHEN Renaissance City Center Hotel

LEBANESE

THE LAGOON Ritz-Carlton

AL SHAHEEN

MARKET BY JEAN-GEORGES W Hotel

AL MOURJAN Corniche

MAWASEM Hilton Doha

AL TABKHA

AL DANA

BURJ AL HAMAM

AL WANIS TERRACE

LIZA

BLUE BRASSERIE

MAMIG Katara Valley of Cultures

CORNICHE Doha Marriott

AL SULTAN BRAHIM

COMMUNITY

ZAMAN Millennium Hotel

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BONBINI RESTAURANT

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SPORTS

NIGHTS

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THE WEEKEND BRUNCHES

The Lagoon brunch at the Ritz-Carlton.

Quite a spread!

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IPANEMA @ West End Doha

AL LIWAN @ Sharq Village and Spa F

RESTAURANT GALLERY AND CORNICHE @ Doha Marriot

beverages) beverages)

CROSSROADS FAMILY BRUNCH @ West End Doha

AL SHAHEEN @ Sheraton Doha Resort

THE LAGOON @ Ritz-Carlton

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BODIES

beverages)

THE SQUARE @ InterContinental The City

OPAL BY GORDON RAMSAY @ St Regis Doha

CHOICES @ Oryx Rotana

beverages)

beverages)

beverages)

FISH MARKET @ InterContinental Doha

VINE @ St Regis Doha

MARKET BY JEAN-GEORGES @ W Hotel

beverages)

LE CIGALON @ La Cigale Hotel

THE GRILL @ Grand Hyatt

SPICE MARKET @ W Hotel

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beverages)

HYDE PARK @ Radisson Blu beverages) 70

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ISAAN @ Grand Hyatt

MAWASEM @ Hilton Doha

and French bubbly)

JAPANESE

FISH MARKET InterContinental Doha

HOTEL SPOTLIGHT

PAMPANO

The Ritz Carlton, Doha

RED LOBSTER C Ring Road

CONTACT NO: +974 4484 8000

YUZU

MIDORI

PIER 12 Radisson Blu

SUSHI MINTO

Katara - Valley of Cultures

SAKURA Radisson Blu

LE CENTRAL La Cigale Hotel EAST

ARAMEDE Crowne Plaza Doha

THE GRILL Doha Grand Hyatt PRIME InterContinental The City

THREE SIXTY The Torch Doha

LE GOURMET

MIDDLE EASTERN AL MATAAM

Radisson Blu ASTOR GRILL

Master Class by Chef Ricardo Acquista @ Porcini

JW STEAKHOUSE Marriot Doha LE GRILL Diplomatic Club

SOUTH AMERICAN LATINO

Molecular Mediterranean Chef Ricardo Acquista will show you how to impress your family and friends with your new cooking skills.

The class will include a three-course menu and focus on basic techniques, proper equipment and plate presentation.

Date/Time: 16th February, 10.30am Cost/Person: QR265 per person

Master Class by Chef Sasmita @ Porcini Chef Sasmita will show you how to impress your family and friends with your new cooking skills. The class will include a three-course menu and focus on basic techniques, proper equipment and plate presentation.

Date/Time: 27th February, 10.30am Cost/Person: QR265 per person

@ La Mer

OYSTER BAY

to be entertained in an up close and personal show kitchen PALOMA InterContinental Doha

THAI ISAAN Doha Grand Hyatt

to the Carribean delights! He will demonstrate how island dishes emerge as a fusion of African, European, Amerindian and Chinese on each dish, explaining food pairing concepts and themes, and addressing queries from guests who want to recreate their own dining event.

Date/Time: 25th February, 7.30pm Cost/Person: QR450 per person

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AL HUBARA

Master Class by Chef Olivier Catora @ Porcini

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PORCINI Ritz-Carlton

Get New Skills All Throughout February

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ROCCA Doha Grand Hyatt

restaurant caters for your most imaginative requests in order to revive the most indelible memories.

Date: February, upon request Cost/Person: QR3, 000 per couple

French Chef Olivier Catora will show you how to impress your loved one with your new cooking skills. The class will include a three-course menu and focus on basic techniques, proper equipment needs and plate presentation.

Date/Time: 11th February, 10.30am Cost/Person: QR265 per person

NEW YORK STEAKHOUSE Renaissance City Center Hotel

MYKONOS InterContinental Doha THE CELLAR Oryx Rotana

Allow yourself and your other half for the most romantic

SPORTS

MEDITERRANEAN

STEAKHOUSES

Fairy Tale Journey @ La Mer

NIGHTS

WAGAMAMA Lagoona Mall

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YEN SUSHI BAR La Cigale Hotel

MANGO TREE

MORE TO ENJOY‌ MAJLIS Doha Grand Hyatt

Fabuloso Domingo @ Habanos TURKISH

POLYNESIAN Hilton Doha

SEAFOOD STRATA InterContinental The City

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR BUSINESS INCLUDED IN OUR LISTINGS CONTACT THE EDITOR. IF YOU NOTICE A MISTAKE HERE THEN DO TELL US ASAP!

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SUKAR PASHA Katara Valley of Cultures

Within its stylish ambiance, relax and unwind with friends in an environment of sophisticated privacy and get your favourite drinks starting from QR25 all night long.

Date/Time: Sundays at 5pm to 1.30am Cost: QR25 and QR50 for selected drinks

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NIGHTS LISTINGS GETTING IN THE PARTY SPIRIT...

CIGAR LOUNGE DUNES Doha Grand Hyatt The lavish Vintage Bar at St Regis

HABANOS Ritz-Carlton

NIGHTS

LIBRARY AND CIGAR LOUNGE

VINTAGE

CIGAR LOUNGE

SPORTS

it’s All About the Ladies

LOUNGES HIVE InterContinental The City

EL CIGAR LOUNGE Katara Cultural Village

THE LOUNGE

BARS

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GLO COCKTAIL LOUNGE West End Doha

WAHM W Hotel

DUNES Doha Grand Hyatt

MADISON PIANO BAR La Cigale Hotel

SKY VIEW La Cigale Hotel

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Hilton Doha

PEARL LOUNGE Marriot Doha

CHAMPIONS West End Doha (Renaissance City Center and Marriott Courtyard)

THE LIBRARY Radisson Blu

IRISH HARP

SEA LOUNGE

BELGIAN CAFE InterContinental Doha

M-LOUNGE Merweb Central Hotel

ADMIRAL CLUB AND MARINA CLUB Ritz-Carlton

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Just Wanna be big Rockstars

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MEZZO BAR

BUBBLES ON TWO Radisson Blu

DOHA RUGBY CLUB BAR Doha Rugby Club

ORION Radisson Blu

Hilton Doha

KROSSROADS Horizon Manor Hotel

CLUBS

Champions @ West End - Renaissance City Center Daily from 17.00 – 19.00 QR25 on selected beverages Glo Cocktail Lounge @ West End Doha Daily from 17.00 – 20.00 Selected beverages at QR25 or cocktails from QR35 Irish Harp @ Sheraton Doha Daily from 17.00 – 20.00 QR25 on selected beverages @ Ritz-Carlton Saturday to Wednesdays, 17.00 – 19.00 Buy one get one free on selected beverages Crystal Lounge @ W Hotel From 20.00 – 22.00 Buy one get one free on selected beverages Zawaya Bar & Lounge @ Hilton Daily from 16.00 - 19.00 Buy one get the same one free Wahm @ W Hotel Buy one get one free everyday from 17.00 – 20.00

CLUB 7 La Cigale Hotel

Dunes @ Grand Hyatt All day on Sunday Half price on selected beverages

LAVA InterContinental Doha

Cigar Lounge @ Sharq Village and Spa Daily from 17.00 - 20.00 Half price on regular brands and beverages

BODIES

JAZZ CLUB Oryx Rotana

The Lounge @ Kempinski Residences & Suites Daily from 17.00 - 19.00 Half price on selected beverages and food menu items

TRAVEL

CRYSTAL LOUNGE W Hotel

LEISURE

MISTURADO Crowne Plaza Doha

Jazz Club @ Oryx Rotana Daily from 18.00 – 20.00 Buy one get one free

SPORTS

SHEHRAZAD BAR AND IRISH TERRACE Radisson Blu

Hive @ InterContinental The City Daily from 17.00 – 19.00 Buy one get one free on selected beverages

NIGHTS

MANHATTAN Radisson Blu

EATS

OYSTER BAY

THE HAPPYHOURS HOURS HAPPY

WINDOWS

QUBE Radisson Blu

COMMUNITY

FAHRENHEIT Horizon Manor Hotel

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SPORTS LISTINGS GYMS / FITNESS CLASSES

COMPETE FOR A CAUSE...

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Available classes include martial arts, yoga, pilates, zumba, dance, swimming, spinning, circuit training, step aerobics, and many more.

AL MASSA ACTIVE

NIGHTS

ASPIRE ACADEMY

BOOT CAMP QATAR

SPORTS

CONTOURS EXPRESS

Jamie Cunningham and GM of Dolphin Energy, Qatar

CURVES Three locations across Doha

Adel Ahmed Albuainain

LEISURE

Make a Dolphin Dash for a Charitable Cause like ROTA

ÉNERGIE FITNESS CLUB

FITNESS FIRST City Center Doha

Everyone loves a good charitable fun run from time to time and what DANA CLUB

Dash certainly ticks all the boxes!

BODIES

HEALTH AND FITNESS CLUB InterContinental The City

SWISS BELHOTEL GYM AND POOL

GRAND HYATT GYM, POOL AND BEACH Grand Hyatt Doha

TRAVEL

OZONE GYM La Cigale Hotel

PURE LEISURE AND WELLNESS CENTRE

BAY VIEW 26 WELLNESS CENTRE

COMMUNITY

VITALITY ZONE HEALTH CLUB Renaissance City Center

POOL, BEACH AND FITNESS FACILITIES GO: Visit www.dohadash.com for more

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Khalifa Stadium at ASPIRE,

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once lonely, will have very many stadium friends. in the near future.

Image by Xavier Bouchevreau

NIGHTS SPORTS

THE BAY CLUB InterContinental Doha

QATAR BOWLING CENTER

LEISURE

FITNESS CENTRE AND SWIMMING POOL Wyndham Grand Regency

QATARSUB

DOHA SUB-AQUA CLUB

CRICKET

FITNESS FACILITIES AND CLASSES Ritz-Carlton Hotel

LEISURE AND SPORTS FACILITIES The Diplomatic Club

BODIES

QATAR CRICKET ASSOCIATION Near Doha Golf Club PEARL DIVERS

FISHING

QATAR CYCLING FEDERATION

TRIPS THROUGH SHERATON DOHA

QATAR CHAIN REACTION

THE DIPLOMATIC CLUB West Bay Lagoon

SIGNATURE SHERATON FITNESS

TRAVEL

CYCLING

QATAR SEA ANGLING ASSOCIATION

BADMINTON QATAR BADMINTON ACADEMY

DARTS DOHA DARTS LEAGUE dohadartsleague.com

STRIKE BOWLING City Center Doha

COMMUNITY

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR BUSINESS INCLUDED IN OUR LISTINGS CONTACT THE EDITOR.

BOWLING DIVING/SNORKELLING QATAR DIVERS

By Doha Marriott Hotel

IF YOU NOTICE A MISTAKE HERE THEN DO TELL US ASAP!

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SPORTS LISTINGS pool located by the Pearl.

LEISURE

SPORTS

NIGHTS

Call 4484 7450.

FOOTBALL

QATAR HOCKEY ACADEMY

FALCON TAEKWONDO ACADEMY Al Mansoura

BODIES

EVOLUTION SOCCER QATAR

AL KHOR RIDING CENTER

KARATE The International Academy Development

AL SAMARIYA STABLES

AIKIDO

HORSERIDING

FLYING

for

Intercultural

Qatar Aeronautical College AL SHAQAB RIDING ACADEMY

TRAVEL

MOTORCYCLING DOHA QATAR CHAPTER HOG

FRISBEE DOHA ULTIMATE FRISBEE

QATAR RACING AND EQUESTRIAN CLUB RIDING SCHOOL

QATAR MOTOR AND FEDERATION Losail International Circuit

GOLF DOHA GOLF CLUB West Bay

KITESURFING FLO KITE SCHOOL

PARASAILING

COMMUNITY

PARASAILING

HOCKEY

KITEBOARDING QATAR

DOHA HOCKEY CLUB

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MARTIAL ARTS

PILATES

KOREA TAEKWONDO CENTRE

ASPIRE ACADEMY

MOTORCYCLE

TENNIS

Doha Rugby Union FC Doha Rugby Club, near Doha College

KHALIFA TENNIS AND SQUASH COMPLEX Dafna

RUNNING

LEISURE AND SPORTS FACILITIES The Diplomatic Club

PROMOTING FITNESS...

EATS

RUGBY

DOHA BAY RUNNING CLUB Dohabayrunningclub.webs.com

NIGHTS

SIGNATURE SHERATON FITNESS QATAR HASH HOUSE HARRIERS

QTHLETICS

FITNESS FACILITIES AND CLASSES Ritz-Carlton Hotel

ELITE TENNIS ACADEMY

DOHA SAILING CLUB

SPORTS

SAILING

The Nation’s Sport Vision

Elite-tennisacademy.com FOUR SEASONS HOTEL Corniche

REGATTA SAILING ACADEMY InterContinental Doha

TRAMPOLINING GYMNASTICS ACADEMY DOHA

SQUASH

LEISURE

DUFFERS SQUASH LEAGUE

VOLLEYBALL KHALIFA TENNIS AND SQUASH COMPLEX Dafna

LEISURE AND SPORTS FACILITIES The Diplomatic Club

3RD FILIPINO VOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION

WAKEBOARDING/WATERSKIING

BODIES

LEISURE AND SPORTS FACILITIES The Diplomatic Club SIGNATURE SHERATON FITNESS

YOGA FITNESS FACILITIES AND CLASSES Ritz-Carlton Hotel

YAMA YOGA STUDIOS

PURE LEISURE AND WELLNESS CENTRE

TRAVEL

SWIMMING DANA CLUB FITNESS FACILITIES AND CLASSES Ritz-Carlton Hotel DOHA DOLPHINS SIGNATURE SHERATON FITNESS

ENGLISH SWIM CLUB lessons@englishswimclub.com

SIX SENSES SPA

COMMUNITY

(Aspire Zone)

H2O SWIM CLUB ASPIRE ACADEMY GO:

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LEISURE LISTINGS WORTH YOUR TIME

Heritage of Art Diplomacy: Memoirs of an Ambassador www.qma.com/qa

NIGHTS

Until 18th March: An exhibition that focuses on behind-the-scenes of a museum, its researchers, and the restoration processes.

SPORTS

Museum of Islamic Art.

LEISURE

GALLERIES AND STUDIOS

ARAB POSTAL STAMPS MUSEUM

AL MARKHIYA GALLERY

FAISAL BIN QASSIM AL-THANI MUSEUM

BEACHES There are plenty of beaches to visit all over Qatar. Here we have listed a few of the best.

HILTON DOHA Corniche

SOUQ WAQIF ART CENTRE

BODIES

KATARA ARTS STUDIOS Katara Cultural Village

KATARA ART CENTER Katara Cultural Village

HERITAGE

ST REGIS DOHA Al Gassar Resort

Qatar has around 200 forts, castles and heritage sites worth checking out.

Here we have listed a few. For more information visit qma.com.qa.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA West Bay Lagoon

AL KOOT FORT Al Bidda

FOUR SEASONS Corniche

AL WAJBAH FORT Al Rayyan

DOHA MARRIOTT

TRAVEL

VISUAL ART SECTION

QMA GALLERY AT KATARA

FANAR: ISLAMIC CULTURAL CENTRE

BARZAN TOWER

GRAND HYATT DOHA

VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY Education City AL KHOR TOWER AND MUSEUM Al Khor, north of Doha

MUSEUMS

AL WAKRAH MUSEUM

COMMUNITY

MUSEUM OF ISLAMIC ART (MIA) Corniche MARWAB FORT MATHAF: ARAB MUSEUM OF MODERN ART Education City

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SHARQ VILLAGE AND SPA

AL ZUBARAH FORT

SHERATON DOHA Corniche

SEALINE BEACH RESORT

OASIS HOTEL AND BEACH CLUB Ras Abu Abboud Road

INCEPTION LANGUAGE CENTRE

KHOR AL DAID

STENDEN INSTITUTE

QATAR NATIONAL LIBRARY Various branches

EATS

AL FARKIYA Al Khor, north of Doha

LITERATURE

PHOTOGRAPHY QATAR UNIVERSITY

QATAR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

KATARA BEACH Katara Cultural Village

MUSIC

NIGHTS

AL WAKRA BEACH

Magnum 65

DOHA SINGERS dohasingers@gmail.com JAZZ

FILM Doha Film Institute

SPORTS

THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR MUSIC ASPIRE Ladies Cinema

QATAR PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA The Opera House, Katara Cultural Village

GRAND CINECENTRE City Center Doha

DOHA COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA Dohaorchestra.com

LEISURE

Cinema Land

February

THE CINEMA PALACE Royal Plaza

MALL CINEMA The Mall, D Ring Road

BODIES

THEATRE DOHA PLAYERS Amateur dramatics group Doha_players@yahoo.com KATARA AMPHITHEATRE Katara Cultural Village Corniche

LANGUAGES FANAR: QATAR ISLAMIC CULTURAL CENTRE

TRAVEL

QATAR NATIONAL THEATRE National Theatre roundabout

Launching the Hazawi Fund for Film

COMMUNITY

BERLITZ E Ring Road, Mesaimeer

QATAR EASTERN LANGUAGE CENTER

GO:

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BODIES LISTINGS EATS

WHERE TO GET A GOOD PAMPERING...

SPAS JAULA SPA Grand Hyatt

DADOS SPA

NIGHTS

OZONE SPA La Cigale Hotel

PURE SPA Millennium Hotel

SPORTS

SARAY SPA Renaissance City Center 0

LEISURE

ANGSANA SPA Wyndham Grand Regency

Get Guerlain Ready to Face the World

BLISS SPA W Hotel

COMpLeTe FACiAL GueRLAiN ALFARDAN SpA - LeVeL 39, ALFARDAN TOWeRS 90 MiNuTeS FOR QR750

BODYLINES LEISURE AND FITNESS CLUB Oryx Rotana

People tend to have high expectations for Guerlain and so CHANTARA SPA DOHA The Venue, Al Waab

BODIES

THE RITZ-CARLTON SPA Ritz-Carlton Hotel

EFOREA Hilton Doha

DIPLOMATIC CLUB SPA The Diplomatic Club

TRAVEL

GUERLAIN ALFARDAN SPA Alfardan Towers

DOHA MARRIOT SPA Doha Marriott

COMMUNITY

FOUR SEASONS SPA AND WELLNESS CENTRE

THE BAY CLUB InterContinental Doha

SIX SENSES SPA GO:

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PATRICE

BE BLOOM BEAUTY CENTRE AND SPA Al Hilal Area

MARIE CLAIRE

EATS

REMEDE SPA

The new limited-edition collection from BIO-BIL HEALTH BEAUTY AND SPA

PINKIES The Centre

STUDIO 1

LADY SIAM MASSAGE

STYLO LADIES BEAUTY CENTER

LUCIE SAINT-CLAIR Royal Plaza

NARA SALON Al Waab

BEAUTY SALONS

LE SALON and LA SALON Alfardan Towers, West Bay

THE BEAUTY CENTER The Diplomatic Club

GLOW AMERICAN SALON

(QR199)

SPORTS

HABIBS HAIR N BEAUTY SPA

Great Spa Deals This Month!

LEISURE

Jaula Spa @ Grand Hyatt Be My Valentine (couples) Wyndham Grand Regency

CAROLINE Oryx Rotana

NIGHTS

Spring Cherry.

Pictured eau de toilette

Call 4448 1056

eforea: spa @ Hilton I Do (couples)

BODIES

DIVA LOUNGE

FRANCK PROVOST

JACQUES DESSANGE

Call 4423 3441

Saray Spa @ Renaissance

TRAVEL

Oriental Fruit Wrap (couples) LA DUREE La Cigale Hotel

PORTO SALON

Call 4419 6090

Bliss Spa @ W Doha

COMMUNITY

YAHYA ZAKARIA Grand Hyatt Hotel

Crystal Clearing

CUT BY ALEXANDRE ZOUARI W Hotel

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TRAVEL LISTINGS TRAVEL AGENTSJAULA SPA

EATS

MANNAI AIR TRAVEL Four branches across Doha

SPACE TRAVEL

By Al Andalus Compound Villa, D Ring Road

NIGHTS

MANNAI HOLIDAYS

DARWISH TRAVEL BUREAU

SPORTS

QATAR TOURS In Darwish Travel (see above) Central Market in Phnom Penh.

A must-visit for tourists

REGENCY TRAVEL AND TOURS

On a Holiday in Cambodia QATAR AiRWAyS LAuNCHeS TWO FLiGHTS DAiLy TO pHNOMH peNH

TRANS ORIENT TRAVEL & TOURISM Airport Road

iNTeRNATiONAL AiRpORT FROM DOHA ON FebRuARy 20TH

LEISURE

CALL 4449 6666

fascinating place to discover and Qatar Airways is adding it to their route map this month.

ALI BIN ALI TRAVEL BUREAU

AAMAL TRAVEL

BODIES

AL JABER TOURS AND TRAVELS Muntazah

AL JASRA TRAVEL

AL BATEEL TRAVEL

TRAVEL

ALSHAMEL TRAVEL AND TOURISM Al Jabr Bldg, C Ring Road

AL SULAIMAN TRAVEL Four branches across Doha

FALCON TRAVEL

COMMUNITY

KANOO TRAVEL Three branches across Doha

MILANO TRAVEL

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IRAQ AIRWAYS

QATAR AIRWAYS

DANA TRAVELS & TOURISM Al Gharrafa Complex

JET AIRWAYS

ROYAL JORDANIAN

KUWAIT AIRWAYS

SAUDI ARABIAN AIRLINES www.saudiairlines.com

LUFTHANSA www.lufthansa.com

SRI LANKAN AIRLINES

MEA

SYRIAN AIR www.syriaair.com

OMAN AIR www.omanair.com

TURKISH AIRLINES

AIRLINESTHE BEAUTY CENTER

EATS

BON VOYAGE QATAR

NIGHTS

AIR ARABIA www.airarabia.com

AIR INDIA (and AIR INDIA EXPRESS) www.airindia.com

AIR FRANCE / KLM

SPORTS

BAHRAIN AIR www.bahrainair.net PAKISTAN INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES www.piac.aero BIMAN BANGLADESH www.biman-airlines.com

CATHAY PACIFIC

LEISURE

BRITISH AIRWAYS www.britishairways.com

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR BUSINESS INCLUDED IN OUR LISTINGS CONTACT THE EDITOR. IF YOU NOTICE A MISTAKE HERE THEN DO TELL US ASAP!

HOT NEW SPECIAL DEAL

ETIHAD OFFERS FREE FLIGHTS KIDS turning ten are eligible for one free Coral Economy

CYPRUS AIRWAYS www.cyprusair.com

GO: Call 4436 6657

BODIES

DELTA AIRLINES www.delta.com

network, when booked and travelling with a paying adult (terms and conditions apply). This comes as part of their year-long

EGYPT AIR www.egyptair.com

EMIRATES www.emirates.com

TRAVEL

ETIHAD AIRWAYS www.etihadairways.com

FLYDUBAI

COMMUNITY

GULF AIR www.gulfair.com

IRAN AIR www.iranair.com

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COMMUNITY LISTINGS ANIMAL WELFAREAULA SPA

GET INVOLVED WITH A GOOD CAUSE EATS

CATS IN QATAR

QATAR ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY

NIGHTS

2ND CHANCE RESCUE QATAR

QATAR PET RELOCATORS

SPORTS

QATAR VETERINARY CENTER

PAMPERED PETS KENNEL AND CATTERY

Mouth artist

LEISURE

Manji Lal Ramani

Using Courage to Create Art A series of inspiring events will showcase the skills of courageous people who have overcome the challenges of their disabilities.

QATAR BIRD CLUB Bin Omran

DOGS IN DOHA dogsindoha@gmail.com

PARKVIEW CENTER

BODIES

QATAR PET REGISTER

CHARITIES / SOCIAL WELFARE QATAR CHARITY

QATAR RED CRESCENT

TRAVEL

QATAR FOUNDATION HUMAN TRAFFICKING

FOR

COMBATING

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER C Ring Road

COMMUNITY

NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMITTEE

REACH OUT TO ASIA Education City

GO: Find out more information on how you can get

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THE YOUTH COMPANY info@theyouthcompany.com

BEST BUDDIES QATAR

MEDICAL

ENVIRONMENT FRIENDS OF THE ENVIRONMENT CENTER Bin Omran

MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT

SOCIETIES

HAMAD GENERAL HOSPITAL Rayyan Road

NIGHTS

SUSTAINABLE QATAR

A QAWS in Trouble

EATS

QATAR FOUNDATION FOR CHILD & WOMAN PROTECTION

Bin Omran

AL AMAL (ONCOLOGY) HOSPITAL Rumaillah Hospital Complex

AL AHLI HOSPITAL

Contact through online submission form

SPORTS

THINK PINK QATAR ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

CANCER SURVIVORS AND SUPPORTERS GROUP

DOHA MUMS www.dohamums.com info@dohamums.com

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR BUSINESS INCLUDED IN OUR LISTINGS CONTACT THE EDITOR.

LEISURE

Contact through online submission form

The French Cultural Centre

BODIES

CLUBS QATAR CHESS ASSOCIATION Corniche, Al Bidda Tower

QATAR NATURAL HISTORY GROUP

TRAVEL

Get Charitable exercise at the Ritz

QATAR TOASTMASTERS

COMMUNITY

TUESDAY LADIES GROUP Tlgindoha@gmail.com

QATAR EXPATS Online sign-up

GO:

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S.A.T’s? M.b.A’s? pah! in Qatar, only one test score really matters

your Qatar IQ! QATAR IQ

The day of love is upon us and everywhere you look there are love hearts, Cupid’s arrows and Do you:

This month, we have put together an Alternative Guide to Valentine’s’ Day. means:

Qatar Museum’s Authority is commissioning a

Buy it all for your loved one where’s the harm in showing affection by showering gifts on your other half? you love it.

No matter what other options there are, to you this day is cursed and celebrating it at all will mean you end up alone for the rest of your life.

100 per cent on board!? you love street art and think an urban injection in Qatar wouldn’t go amiss. What up G?

the walls at the Salwa Road project.

a. a. a. b. b. b. c. c. c.

Carry a sick bag around with you? you’re not single but there’s nothing worse than mushy soppiness.

Ring up all your single friends, buy a ridiculously

Totally and completely ideologically opposed to vandalising any country’s infrastructure? Art is for art galleries, not the street!

so much that all your pride disappears… forever?

Cry into your pillow every night? you’re single and you hate Valentines Day and all things love-related.

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Call as many restaurants as you can and make fake bookings so no one can enjoy February 14th this year?

Down there like a rat up a drainpipe for mentoring from the expert? you’ve designed your mad skillz…

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