November 2014
Fashion & Lifestyle
Do it now: Sleeveless workouts! Hair care tips for the colder months!
How to shrink fat cells by eating?!
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ways to get over a bad breakup
Mini copy cats! Do as I say not as I do
Fall in fashion
Are you ready?
Contents November 2014 Fashion 12 Ladybird loves rupert sanderson the luxury designer 14 Steal Kimberley Garner style 16 Fall in Fashion, are you ready? 24 Fall’14 sidewalk& catwalk tips 26 Top ten fall 2014 must haves. 28 Fall like never before! 36 Style tips from Egypt’s top fashion designers
BEAUTY
40 Trendy makeup tips for the perfect 2014 fall glow 42 Beauty care trends 44 Hair care tips for the colder months
Home
48 Autumn mood. Board for a stylish home.
ESCAPE
50 Salad in the sun
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Health 58 The supplements every woman needs!
FITNESS
61 Do it now: sleeveless workouts! 62 2014: Year of the sweat
Nutrition 68 Diet rages
Cooking
70 Quinoa: The super grain of the future
LOVE & RELATIONSHips 72
9 Ways to get over a breakup
Mother&Child 76 COPYCATS ”do as I say, not as I do”
Features
78 The phycology of fashion
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90 Marriott Hotels in Egypt say #thankkyou 92 Fairmont Heliopolis&Towers presents ”Fairmont getaway” 94 Shukran loyalty card is now available at Outlets across Cairo&Alexandria/Jotun Egypt celebrates the opening of its Headquarter in New Cairo 96 Jumia announces the launch of AGU, Jumia’s first fashion label 97 Huawei Announces Nancy Ajram as brand ambassador 98 Hello Autumn at the platform 100 Opening of Fortune Cairo Festival City/BMW Golf cup national final 2014
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Contributors
Heba Ezz El-Din
Cooking Expert She has lived most of her life abroad between Rome and London were her love for cooking all started there. She studied fine arts and nutrition, in which she beleives that they both compliment each other, as she defines cooking as an art. Recently joined CBC channel in a cooking show.
Natascia Paolucci
Professional Fitness Coach Between 1983 and 1989 she won several fitness competitions in the Netherlands, later she started to work as a model, made the cover of the first Marie Claire in Turkey. She became GO for the fabulous Club Méditerranée. Now she coaches in Katameya Heights and Palm Hills. For (private) classes, please contact: natascia.paolucci@hotmail.com 6 | November 2014
Adel Hussein
Beauty and wellness Expert With more than 12 years experience under his belt in the beauty and wellness industry, Adel Husseiny is certified in Spa Wellness, beauty and Aesthetic Medicine from USA, France and Germany. His passion for wellness and beauty was his driving force to master everything from artistic and cinematic make up to consultancy on everything related to skin and body. He is now the Beauty Expert and Executive Director at VeeVaaME Vitality Hub in New Cairo. For more advice please contact: info@veevaame.com
Ghadir Al agabany
Fashion Marketing Consultant She has an extended diversified experience in fashion business, commerce and retail. For advice, please contact: ghadir@alagabany.com alagabany.com
Maha Abdel-Latif
Fashion and Beauty Blogger A US graduate with a BBA degree, whose passion for beauty and fashion has been a constant since her youth. For advice, please contact: mahaabdellatif@cairocloset.com
Basma Shams
Noura Hassaballa
Samira Khalil Fitness Coach She decided to quit her office job and follow her passion as a fitness coach. Now she is the first Egyptian Cheerobics Instructor. She has two fitness certificates from the leading certification programs: Gold’s Academy and the International Sports Science Association. She is currently studying for a Sport Yoga Certificate from the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA). For advice, please contact: khalilsamira1@gmail.com
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Nutritional Consultant Bachelor of Science in dietetics & nutrition, Northern Illinois University, USA. With great passion, she decided to pursue her successful career here in Egypt as a nutritionist, with the mission of raising awareness for a better healthy eating, in addition to being one of the presenters of Dr. Chef on MBC 4. Noura is also the founder of diet rite nutrition center. For more advice, please contact: noura.hassaballa@gmail.com Facebook: Noura Hassaballa
Beauty Blogger A product junkie, avid beauty reviewer and DIY obsessed! A graduate of the Univesity of Ottawa with a MA in IMC. For advice, please contact: basmashams@gmail.com Facebook: Natural Beauty Secrets
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Interior and Furniture Designer For advice, please contact: Sally.elbardesy@live.com Facebook: Inbox - the pampered little storage
Black & White
Being a personal favourite, black and white are as similar as different! The timeless black with its elegancy, drama and eternity is just as attractive and irresistible as the pure, feminine and serene white. They are a pure example of how beautifully opposites can attract... Their beauty is in their difference and their secret timeless success year after year lies in their divert compatibility regardless of their differences and styles. Look in your self closet and search for ur differences, your unique traits, your sole black and whites... You will have some dark, deep black parts and other areas will look heaven in white. Work on the black and make peace with it and spread the white wider. (Not that i am talking of making yourself closet a polka dots shirt!) Just work on maintaining the balance between both colours in a way to create peace in you and glamour reflected on your looks. I know when we mention black & white, evil grey is somewhere around! Listening closely and waiting to intrude our color schema! Grey is a great color (and a must have this fall!) yet is only needed when you are confused to which color to opt for. It’s never a lifestyle color - unlike black and white. Use grey when you in confusion, when you are thinking, when you need time to make up your mind but then just change it quickly and try to turn it magically to splendid white. If you can’t turn them to whites, then make sure they are graceful blacks! With fall’2014 full of black and whites (and greys!) we wish you a fantastic, fashionable season ahead! With lots of peaceful, happy white and just elegant, chic blacks!
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Fashion
LADYBIRD LOVES Rupert Sanderson The LUXURY DESIGNER
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n a moment of madness or divine intervention Rupert Sanderson resigned from a disastrous career in advertising to learn how to make shoes at the Cordwainers College in East London. During the summer break of the two year course he rode a motorbike to Italy to visit as many shoe factories, tanneries and last makers as he could. In a very short time he was working in Italy firstly for Sergio Rossi and then Bruno Magli. Rupert is very proud to have been able to work with the founders and their families of both these companies before they were bought by larger luxury goods companies’, it has stood him in good stead with the closely knit Italian shoe making community. His design philosophy is simply ‘less is more’. Avoiding augmentation and over dressing the foot he concentrates on perfecting line, volume and material to flatter and lengthen the leg, and make women feel sexier. His inspiration comes from the materials themselves; from the sensual curve and silhouettes of 12 | November 2014
the lasts and heels, to the quality and finish of the best leather and fabrics. Rupert Sanderson has a flagship store in 19 Bruton Place, London and in March 2010 opened his first international store on 8 On Lan Street, Hong Kong. Rupert Sanderson designed the shoes for Karl Lagerfeld’s mainline catwalk collection. In 2008 Rupert Sanderson founded Fashion Fringe Shoes with Colin McDowell, with the aim of discovering and nurturing a new range of design talent. Rupert Sanderson was awarded the British Fashion Council’s Accessory Designer of the Year in 2008 and the 2009 Accessory Designer at the Elle Style Awards. Finally, to complement his obsessive passion with the Italian craft of shoe making, every pair of Rupert Sanderson shoes is named after a Daffodil. How very British! While winning awards for his design skills and having his shoes worn by the world’s most glamorous and high profile women, it is his love and understanding of the highly specialist techniques that constantly inspire and fire his imagination. There are over 120 individual processes involved in designing and making a shoe, each of which needs an intricate understanding and appreciation in order to bring to life the often highly conceptual designs. The skills and “hand” built up over generations in our own factory high in the Italian Apennine hills ensures that techniques are nurtured and handed down. It is the alchemy of a designer with very British sensibilities and his love and desire to grow the increasingly scarce shoemaking skills that makes Rupert Sanderson shoes some of the most desirable in the world. November 2014 | 13
Fashion
Steal
Kimberley Garner
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Style!
SAINT LAURENT Monogramme leather shoulder bag available on netaporter.com for EGP 21,711
Top available at Zara
Orly nail polish available at beauty retailers for EGP 65
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adylike skirts, sumptuous coats, and comfortable flats. Lady bird’s picks for fall 2014 is full of easy-to -wear pieces you’re going to love.. Whether you’re looking for a great day dress or want to get glam for a big night out you can’t go wrong with our picks! Massimo Dutti
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Fashion STELLA JEAN Printed skirt Available on Farfetch.com for EGP 4,826 STELLA MCCARTNEY Oversized square sunglasses Available on Mytheresa.com for EGP 1,611
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JEAN PAUL GAULTIER VINTAGE Cropped bustier Available on Farfetch.com for EGP 2,895
VALANTINO rockstud leather pumps Available on Mytheresa.com for EGP 5,481
HAT ATTACK Wool fedora Available on Mytheresa.com for EGP 981
MARY KATRANTZOU ‘Copelia’ Printed Dress Available on Farfetch.com for EGP 15,000 20 | November 2014
GIANVITO ROSSI Lucille leather pimps Available on Mytheresa.com for EGP 6,075
ALEXANDER MQUEEN Crystal-embellished earrings Available on Mytheresa.com for EGP 2,205
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FASHION NEWS Coach Teams Up With Your Favorite Cartoons
John Galliano Is Back! John Galliano has been out of the fashion game since 2011, when he was ousted from Dior (as well as his namesake line) following a highly publicized anti-Semitic outburst. There was an apology tour, a trial, and a brief consulting stint at Oscar de la Renta, but Galliano showed no signs of returning to the industry he once dominated, until now. John Galliano is headed to Maison Martin Margiela where he will serve as creative director for all of Margiela’s lines, including men’s and women’s ready-to-wear and couture. Galliano is expected to show his first collection for Margiela in January 2015, for couture. Welcome back!
Gwyneth Paltrow to Launch Goop Clothing Line After announcing the site’s new CEO, Lisa Gersh, Goop and Paltrow reveal they will also be launching a clothing line. In the past year or so, Paltrow has tapped her designer pals from Michael Kors to Diane von Furstenberg and Stella McCartney to create exclusive capsule collections for Goop, but starting in 2015, the actress/lifestyle guru will create a line of wardrobe basics. And Goop won’t stop there: The brand also has plans to eventually expand to beauty and home goods, as well.
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Launching first at Colette in Paris on October 13th and then on Coach.com on the 24th, the collection include bags and small accessories embossed with everyone’s favorite Peanuts characters. A small collection of T-shirts and black leather Snoopy dolls will also be offered, each with a signature and identifying number in the series. The collaboration also marks the introduction of Coach’s first official app, which will allow users to shop, of course, but also do fun things like take a quiz to find out which Peanuts character you’re most like, and upload photos that Lucy, Charlie, Snoopy, and the like will photobomb.
Fashion
Fall ’14
Sidewalk & Catwalk Tips by: Ghadir al agabany
Fall 2014 is a multi colour artful season so don’t miss out on all the fun fabulous fashion fiesta.These are your short and to the point fall styling tips right out of the trendiest sidewalks and catwalks
Trends & Tones Psychedelic and digital prints are the super ruling trend-du-jour
Dazzling Dresses The 70’s is swinging back with its A-line dresses and miniskirts worn with high knee length boots to give the look.
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Tops To Be Knits return with high up, heavy huge extreme turtle necks.
Warm and fuzzy furs are the declaration of fall/ winter weather
The high thigh slit since the Oscars is trending immensely
This statement piece to be worn day or night, high street or evening, with skirts or pants, young or old, classic or trendy.
Footwear FĂŞte
Accessories Aura
Sneakers and flats prevail‌ thank you God.
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Fashion
Top Ten Fall 2014 Must-Haves
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By: Maha Abdel-Latif
ith the cool autumn months amongst us, it’s time to say ‘hello’ to cuddling under the blanket, drinking plenty of hot chocolate, and, of course, that wonderfully-chic fall wardrobe! Famous for being the season of all things chic, fall is your chance to embrace classic looks and layer on your favorite trending pieces. Keep reading to find out which top ten pieces are your absolute essentials to stay on-trend this season.
• Bulky Sweaters: Warm, cozy, and always a fall favorite, give this must-have a little shape by adding a thin belt at the waist. • Anything Beige: This season, bring out your khaki pants, camel coats, and tan blazers and give your black pieces some time off. • Pleated Skirts: Simple and feminine – need I say more? • Vests: Leather, fur, denim – whichever your choose, keep your vests at arm’s reach this season! • Wide-Leg Pants: This simple piece will instantly give you elegance and sophistication beyond your years. • Maxi Dresses/Skirts: Don’t put away those summer maxis just yet! With maxis still a major trend for the cooler season, pair your maxi piece with a cropped, denim jacket or a top cinched at the waist, and you’re good to go. 26 | November 2014
• Turtlenecks: These babies just keep coming back! Good news is turtlenecks are not only a way to add that instant classic sophistication to your outfit, but they’re practical in fighting that intense cold weather that is slowly making its way to Cairo. • Tartan and Classic Plaid: Rest assured that this classic print isn’t going anywhere just yet – and with good reason. Trying wearing a coat in this classic fall print and pair it with your favorite boots for an on-trend, pulled-together look. • Statement Earrings: Dress up a simple button-up with a pair of bold, eye-catching earrings • Animal Prints: Show off your bolder side this season and accessorize your fall outfit with an animal print scarf, bag, or loafers!
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Editorial Features
lumea, the revolutinary depilation solution by philips
Olaf koning General Manager PHILIPS EGYPT LLC
Tell us about your childhood, parents? I am born and raised in a place called Groningen in the north of the Netherlands. I had a nice childhood with carrying parents and an awesome crazy brother. Soccer played a big role in my youth together with studying (a lot). At that time it felt a bit as an obligation, now I understand how much it has contributed to my life and how it shaped me. Travelling around the world made me realize more and more that I am blessed, I am very lucky with my family, friends and my life. It is funny that your family becomes more important when you a become an expat, you start realizing what you miss. On the other hand I also didn’t want to miss the experiences that I gained by travelling around the world. My life is a real adventure, it is great.
How do you manage being successful businessmen and parent, especially with all your trips and responsibilities? My point of view is that real happiness can only be achieved by finding the right balance between the different responsibilities you have in life. To reach this ‘balance’ you need to manage both your personal life and work, meaning set clear priorities and objectives and act on it but do make sure that one does not harm the other. My experience is that if the balance is good, you are in control, you decide, you feel happy. During your extended career, tell us your biggest motivation and your biggest drawback? The spirit of my team is my biggest motivation in my work. My experience is that Egyptians are very emotional, which also leads to passion if they are motivated and supported. The appreciation and enthusiasm of my team is worth a million. The biggest drawback is that I have experienced that quit a few people think that someone else will solve the problems or drive the change while I am strong believer that change will start always with yourself. You have worked all around the world. In your point of view what’s unique about the Egyptian market and Egyptian people? Unique is the sense of humor the Egyptians have. A very strong quality that makes Egyptians agile and strong. It is a nice way to put things into perspective. This also reflects in how Egypt has survived the difficult period and maintain strong. Therefore I am also a strong believer that Egypt has a bright future, it has all the ingredients to flourish. Tell us more about the latest two products which you just launched. These two new products offer the latest technology from Philips and are part of an ongoing commitment to improve women’s lives through meaningful innovation. Philips has been known for its quality and innovation for making difference against competition, and it is very important to show what kind of meaningful innovation you have. Females care about their beauty and radiance, and for that we are presenting the ‘VisaPure’. ‘VisaPure’ is a very interesting product that will help you clean your face and make it more radiant and healthy. ‘VisaPure’ creates a salon beauty finish at home, helping you make your beauty routines simpler and more convenient with the latest technology available to help unveil a natural, healthy-looking glow. The ‘Lumea’ is almost like science
fiction; it’s an IPL hair removal system that prevents hair regrowth. Gentle pulses of light, applied regularly, keep skin silky-smooth every day. Nothing like it was available in the market before, it is the ultimate choice for all women. We are very proud to launch these two products that are going to add a lot to the Egyptian consumers. What is so different about Visa Pure? Visa Pure is a gentle, easy-to-use facial-cleansing device that massages deeply cleans the skin to remove makeup and dirt, allowing you to take your daily skin care routine to the next level: without extra effort. In fact, Philips VisaPure is ten times more effective than cleaning the face than cleansing by hand by hand. It also has a Dual Motion technology where the brush rotates and vibrates .The vertical pulsating movement gently breaks up surface impurities including dirt, dead skin cells and make-up residues. The rotating movement swe eps the impurities away, leaving the skin more deeply cleansed. The coordinated movements of the bristles give you a thorough and comfortable cleansing and massaging experience. VisaPure is a great investment that you can enjoy using for years and years, while saving cost on facial treatments at salons and blemish products. Can you explain more about the IPL technology used in Lumea? Philips Lumea uses an innovative light-based technology called IPL (Intense Pulsed Light), derived from the technology used in professional beauty salons. Philips has adapted this technology for safe and effective use in the comfort of your own home. Philips Lumea applies gentle pulses of light to the hair root. As a consequence the hair sheds naturally and hair regrowth is inhibited. Repeating this treatment regularly will keep your skin smooth every day. Philips worked closely with leading dermatologists to develop our breakthrough hair removal system. For more than 10 years we carried out extensive consumer research with more than 1,500 volunteers. What are your expectations for these two amazing products in the Egyptian market? They will certainly meet with a growing demand by consumers once they get to know more about their innovated features and that they are tailored for the easy use in the home. Consequently, I expect these latest introductions to expand geographically by exciting the existing consumers and attracting new ones. Modern women will feel these amazing products will offer innovative and high-quality beauty tools to suit their needs and upgrade their beauty regime.
Fashion
Style tips
from Egypt’s top fashion designers Amina k
Fashion Tip: Wear what suits your body and makes you feel comfortable and confident. Know yourself but don't be afraid to try wearing something and play with your look.
Rana Greich
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Fashion tip: Just wear what will make you feel unique , comfortable ,confident and most of all happy
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Fashion tip: the best design and color in the whole world is the one that looks good on you� Therefore, any woman can be fashionable if she only knows and understands her body shape and suitable color.
Fashion tip: Each piece must complement your skin tone as well as your outfit. Its important to select your jewelry that not only looks great with your outfit, but to enhances you too!
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SPOTTED CELEBS LATEST NEWS & GOSSIP
Khloe Kardashian and French Montana Breakup! Khloe Kardashian is dealing with yet another heartbreak now that her relationship with rapper French Montana has reportedly come to an end. After eight months of dating, And After news of the couple’s breakup surfaced on tabloids and gossip sites, Khloe took to Twitter to seemingly hint on her current situation. “Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go,’’ the 30-year-old reality starlet tweeted. They were an odd couple from the start the news literally surprised no one!Instead of trash-talking the Q-list rapper like we had hoped, Khloe says she and French are totally still besties!
Valentino’s Tan Disaster Ashton Kutcher Reveals He & Mila Kunis Don’t Have A Nanny Ashton Kutcher, 36, and his fiancee, Mila Kunis, 31, decided long before their baby was born that they would not be hiring any additional help to raise her. Wyatt Kutcher, now one month old, has the pleasure of teaching her first-time parents all about the joys of caring for a newborn baby. They may only be two-and-a-half people, but they are sticking together. 38 | November 2014
He may be one of the top fashion designers around, but Garavani Valentino isn’t going to set any trends with his dark orange tan. The 76-year-old style guru’s skin looked alarmingly amber as he arrived at the opening night of the New York City Ballet’s new season. Oh, Valentino, WHY?
Beauty
Trendy Makeup tips for the prefect 2014 Fall Glow
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By: Adel Hussein
adiant skin and defined eyes dominated the catwalk and runways for the hottest fall trends this year. It’s all about bold eyebrows and full eyelashes that describe extreme Feminism. Fall 2014 make up trends play up on having the appearance of flawless skin that exudes radiance. Whilst most women struggles to have this glow due to various skin issues brought on by the change of weather, these flaws can be camouflaged by different techniques without looking like a three-tier wedding cake, so here is my bag of tricks and trends for the fall season step by step.
Do’s and don’t to achieve a look that is trendy with the fall colors of this year Eyes & Lips Do’s: use Jewel inspired colors such as green, purple mauve, Deep Berries, plums, burnt orange, and dark rose. Don’t: use negative colors such as grey, white, brown on the eyes because it will definitely make you look dull or sick.
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Cheeks Do’s: choose burnt peach or dark rose Blushers and apply with a wide brush. Don’t: use dark colors such as bronze, dark purple or maroon because they will make your cheekbone structure appear to be narrow.
Basic Skin Hydration is the most important aspect in achieving seamless and beautiful makeup. I can’t stress enough how important it is to drink water and use daily moisturizer. Due to the change of weather in that season a lot of water is lost from your skin, which can cause your make up to look blotchy, and your skin more wrinkled. Quick Tip: if you don’t like drinking water, add some lemon to add a twist for flavor. Concealer under your eye for hiding dark circles It is a little tricky for some people to master it without looking like an owl. The area under your eye skin can appear much darker than usual due to loss of water as well as increase of Co2 in your body. When picking a color for fall, use a medium to fair as a base under your eyes. Quick tip: use a liquid or crème concealer rather than a compact concealer, as it will accentuate the appearance of wrinkles around your eye. Corrector prior to foundation for different reasons It can be awkward for amateurs but very helpful to cover up most of the flaws in your skin, so to make it easier for you match this breakdown with your need. Green corrector for pigmentations such as: acne scars Orange corrector for dull or pale skin Transparent white used to reflect attention away from fine line and wrinkles Foundation is the secret of a flawless skin During fall and winter it should be liquid and containing the main ingredient of hyaluronic acid, which will help keep your skin supple and hydrated.
Ready to go Tricks Morning Insider Artist trick: Contoured Eyebrows and light mascara with a flashy lipstick.
Quick Tip: for the perfect skin look, always pick a darker shade of foundation than your own skin tone.
Evening Insider Artist trick: Contoured Eyebrows, Full eye Make up and a nude colored lipstick.
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Beauty
Skin
by:basma shams
Face The fall is here with it is ever changing weather and cooler winds, which may cause some dry patches on your face, commonly found around the nose and chin area. Not to worry follow the simple routine below which will guarantee you smooth skin this season. • Mix equal parts of olive oil and coarsely grinded lupine seeds use it as a scrub for your face. This will ensure that, all the dead skin is removed and will reveal the healthy skin layer underneath. • Mix 1 cup of yoghurt with a spoon of honey and lupine powder to create a paste. Leave the paste on your face until it is dry and gently wipe it off with a clean damn washcloth and splash your face with cold water. • Use a quarter sized drop of wheat germ oil and massage it onto your face.
Nails
Brows This season it is all about brows! Thick, full and wellgroomed brows! Not all of us were gifted with full brows but do not worry if you follow the simple care tips and tricks you can achieve the look in no time! • Apply pure Castor Oil to your eyebrows with a clean disposable mascara wand every night before going to bed. • Mix equal parts of castor oil, wheat germs oil and coconut oil and apply once a week as an intensive re-growth mask. 42 | November 2014
Tis the season to pay close attention to your cuticles! • Get a manicure every ten days on a regular basis • In between your manicures, make sure you massage you cuticles everyday with sweet almond oil. • Apply a generous amount of Vaseline or opt for a natural option; ¼ cup of pure coconut oil mixed with a squeeze of lemon juice and apply generously to your hands; massaging the potion onto your skin and cuticles. Wear a pair of clean cotton socks before you snooze and wake up to baby soft hands! Please send your requests/feedback to basmashams@ gmail.com or on my page www.facebook.com/Natural Beauty Secrets
Beauty Hair
Hair Care Tips
for the Colder Months! by:basma shams The weather is changing, autumn is slowly approaching, and with it a couple of hair issues arise, mostly dandruff and dullness! Here are a few tips and masks that will help you steer away from dull flaky hair this season! • The dandruff-defying mask: Pop a big piece of ginger into your blender or a juicer if you have one extract the juice and add a tablespoon of olive oil and two tablespoons of lemon juice. Mix them well, apply to your scalp, and rinse after 45 minutes. • If you are tight on time and would like a quicker solution, just add half a cup of apple cider vinegar to a liter of cold water and rinse your hair with it after your shampoo routine. This is a great hair-conditioning mask for repairing dry hair while taming frizz and bringing back moisture and shine!
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain yogurt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 sprig of fresh mint 1 sprig fresh rosemary
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the entire mixture and massage it into your hair and scalp. Put on a shower cap and wrap your hair in an old hot water dipped damp towel and leave the mixture on for 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse well with warm water and style as usual. • This will be your hair’s best friend all winter long! A homemade leave-in conditioner that will ensure your tresses are smooth and frizz free! Bring to a boil equal parts of water and olive oil, let it rest and add two drops of your favorite essential oil. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and shake before using. Enjoy soft hair with a long lasting scent! Please send your requests/feedback to basmashams@gmail.com or on my page www.facebook.com/Natural Beauty Secrets
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Home
Autumn mood
board for a stylish home BY: Sally El Bardesy
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sually you don’t change the whole interior design or dÊcor of a place when changing seasons. However this is a quick guide if you are already into that autumn mood and you find it a compatible theme with your personality. A common false belief is that autumn is all about clouds, grey, dark colors, sad trees, and cold weather. I believe all of you are so happy with this amazing weather and calm city after all. Its just Autumn is so unfortunate to be always related to winter just like spring when related to summer. However in short points will show you the beauty of Autumn and you ll definitely know if autumn mood is the one for you.
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1. Colors Mustard yellow, cranberry, purple, pumpkin orange, olive green, lemon green, wild berry, mocha, deep red, gold, brass and violet. 2. Patterns All patterns are ok but the ones that make the mood and hit it right are plains, wide stripes, dried flowers, big circles, nature scenery and animal prints like leopard, lizards and snakes. 3. Texture Okay so you never think that texture is important, however its one of the best to give that deep effect and mood. That velvet fabric, the harsh wood, brass plates, oil candles are essential for an autumn themed room. 4. Smell Okay this one is so interesting and it really gets the emotions and visualization at the peak. Imagine the scent of apple cider, cinnamon sticks, teak wood, oranges, honey, and fresh cotton. These are all available in market and can easily be applied. 5. Lighting and accessories To sum it all up and put those final touches and also the easiest part is to accessorize. To give that chic glamour, gold, silver and brass are best to apply. You can also add dried scented flowers, leaves and wooden sticks.
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Escape
Salad In The Sun!
Cairo’s best outdoor destinations to enjoy a healthy salad bite!
Casper & Gambini’s, Citystars Enjoy a breath of fresh air, warming sun, flavored shisha and luscious salads at Casper & Gambini’s outdoor area. Here you can grab a fresh salad available in a wide array of choices, with a fresh juice or cocktail. Try their famous – and an absolute favorite to us - Casper’s Chicken Caesar and Cobb Salad made with the richly flavored BBQ chicken breast, beef bacon, blue cheese, avocado, tomato, corn, rocket leaves, lettuce, ranch dressing. Just yummy!
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Golio’s, The Platform
Crave has been always known for its delicious plates, from its shrimp konafa to cordon blue in pink sauce, never goes wrong here! If you want a healthy salad bite, then try their Salmon Salad, made of smoked salmon slices served on a bed of green rucola, topped with marinated avocados and parmesan cheese, tossed with our special dressing… Heavenly enjoyed in open fresh air and Egypt’s lovely sun!
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Crave, Tivoli Dome
Locatedat Corniche El Maadi, right by the beautiful Nil and breathtaking scenery, Platform offers endless restaurants. We picked Golio’s for you to try their Insalata Golio’s, made of grilled chicken, smoked turkey, smoked beef, lettuce, sweet corn with mixed cheese and rich ranch dressing.
Every day is a good day to be alive, whether the sun’s shining or not.
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Paul, Cairo Festival City & Downtown Mall The famous Paul never fails us when it comes to bakery, yet in salads too! A must try is their Salad De Crevette A La Fenouille Et Mangu, made of mixed green salad, poached shrimps, fresh mango, fresh fennel, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and carrots. Served with luscious mango mayo dressing. The absolute weekend treat!
Carlo’s, Arkan Mall We really don’t need to talk much about Carlo’s! All dishes and desserts here are just mouthwatering enough to want more and more! Being in Arkan Mall, the whole open air concept is widely found and Carlo’s has the best oriental salads for you to treat yourself – and your stomach – right!
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Salad can get a bad rap. People think of bland and watery iceberg lettuce, but in fact, salads are an art form, from the simplest rendition to a colorful kitchen-sink approach.
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Editorial Features
Enjoy weekend BBQ brunches in the sun at the Cairo Marriott Hotel
It’s no wonder that the Garden Promenade Café, at the Cairo Marriott is a favorite spot for Cairenes and tourists alike, especially during the cooler season coming ahead. This season Cairo Marriott offers everyone a true chance to enjoy Egypt’s warm sun and cool breeze, with an absolutely luscious brunch menu, including anything and everything you can wish for! With a lovely atmosphere amidst the palatial gardens of the Cairo Marriott Hotel with a live Jazz band, Marriott’s Barbecue Brunch is open every Friday and Saturday from 2PM till 6PM. The BBQ brunch buffet is served at Omar’s Café extending to the garden, serving mouthwatering BBQ selections present in Arabic, American and Indian recipes to cater for every taste. From homemade burgers, grilled lemon chicken, Moroccan style rub baby lamb chops, Texas style BBQ chicken to much more! The BBQ selection is just amazing, and will promise you a true dish to enjoy from week to the next! You will also enjoy an array of freshly made bakery and dishes, catering to your every whim; from sushi, sashimi, smoked salmon, cheese and shrimps platters, to perfectly cooked vegetables, gratin and mashed sweet potatoes. Besides unique, tasty salads warm Quinoa Salad with roasted vegetables, Garbanzo and Tazziki Salad, Crab meat, Grilled corn and Avocado salad and other tropical and Mediterranean heavenly salads! For the desserts you will enjoy luscious nibbles of cheese cake, key lime pie, apple pie, strawberry short cakes, Tiramisu, homemade ice-cream and live waffle and crepe station. Just YUMMY! Kids are not forgotten at Marriott; there is a mini buffet for the kids serving food items that they will absolutely love such as mini
burgers, mini pizza, French fries, lollipops, macaroons with smiley faces. If you’re looking for a weekend brunch during the day, where you can relax into the warm sun and fresh air while enjoying the delicious buffets prepared by Marriott professional chefs, there is no other venue in Cairo quite like The Garden Promenade Cafe at the Cairo Marriott hotel. This signature homemade brunch is for LE250 all-inclusive, where you’ll definitely enjoy the cool breeze, Jazz Live band and a heavenly bite! The Promenade Café is your destination for a chill-axed, delicious weekend! *Price doesn’t include drinks *Items may vary
Q&A
LADYBIRD’S You Ask, Experts Answer! 1
Dianne Murphy, M.D.,
is director of FDA’s Office of Pediatric Therapeutics
Are medications that are intended for children clinically tested on children? Doctor’s Answer:
If the product is to be used only for children, then it must be studied in the pediatric population. However, many therapies are developed for adults and then used in children without having been studied in children.
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WebMed website
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Zoe D. Draelos, MD
How can I dry my hair without damaging it? Doctor’s Answer:
Allow it to air dry, when possible. If you have to use a hairdryer, start out on the lowest heat setting first and gradually increase it. Moisturizing the hair regularly will help the appearance of heat-damaged hair to some degree.
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Anne Hansen, MD, MPH,
medical director of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Children’s Hospital Boston
My kid is 3 years old and he still wets his bed during his sleep. What could be the possible reasons?
I’ve heard that I can’t take my newborn outside for a month. Is this true?
Doctor’s Answer:
Doctor’s Answer:
Children whose nervous system is still forming may not be able to know when their bladder is full. Some children may have a bladder that gets full quickly or have too little antidiuretic hormone. Some other reason may include emotional or social factors. Children may be more likely to wet the bed if they have some stress. For example, a child may have a new brother or sister.
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The idea that babies have to stay inside the house for several weeks after they’re born is FALSE. In fact, as long as your baby is healthy, getting some fresh air can be great for mom and baby.
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Brunilda Nazario, MD
Can I drink alcohol if I have diabetes? Doctor’s Answer:
Alcohol poses several problems for people with diabetes. First, after an initial spike in blood sugar, alcohol causes that level to drop. Because being tipsy causes the same symptoms as low blood sugar (sleepiness and disorientation.) Second, if you drink alcohol while taking glucose-lowering medications, your blood sugar levels can drop to dangerous levels. Third, heavy alcohol use can aggravate some diabetes complications, including nerve and kidney disease. Try to drink only at meals and only when your blood glucose is under control.
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Louise Chang, MD
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Louise Chang, MD
Which is more important to avoid, cholesterol or saturated fats? Doctor’s Answer:
Saturated fat will raise your blood cholesterol levels about twice as much as the same amount of dietary cholesterol will. But both are important. You only find cholesterol in animal products. You often find products that say they are cholesterol free, but may contain palm oil, which is high in unsaturated fat. So it is important to take note of both.
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Sylvia,Fashion blogger on 40plusstyle.com
If I am trying to avoid allergenic foods, what should I look for on food labels?
How can I dress to hide my big belly?
Doctor’s Answer:
There’s some clever styling tips and technology to help you along the way. To minimize bottoms try drawing attention up top, by maximizing that cleavage! A striped or polka dot bikini top with classic navy bottom always works a treat! Alternatively if you’re conscious of your tummy, a tankini is a must. And if you’re completely conscious of everything, try a skirtini. They’re brilliant!
It is essential that you become an avid label reader. Start at the list of ingredients, which is where you will find the clues to what is contained within the product. Become familiar with all the food terms for your specific allergy. For example, if you are allergic to milk protein, you need to avoid all foods made from milk, Look carefully at butter, margarine, ice cream, cakes, puddings, sorbet, breads, soups, vegetables with sauces, and more. People with allergies would benefit from a diet that is less processed and closer to natural foods, because there are fewer additives in these foods that could cause problems.
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Possible Signs of Serious Condition
Nail Appearance White nails Yellowish, thickened, slow-growing nails Yellowish nails with a slight blush at the base Half-white, half-pink nails Red nail beds Pale or white nail beds Pitting or rippling of the nail surface “Clubbing,” a painless increase in tissue around the ends of the fingers, or inversion of the nail Irregular red lines at the base of the nail fold Dark lines beneath the nail
Associated Condition Liver diseases, such as hepatitis Lung diseases Diabetes Kidney disease Heart disease Anemia Psoriasis or inflammatory arthritis
Lung diseases Lupus or connective tissue disease Melanoma
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White spots on your nails DON’T indicate a calcium deficiency
Calcium deficiency causing white spots on nails is the most common myth, followed by zinc deficiency. The truth is that white spots are common and harmless and don’t indicate any specific vitamin deficiency at all. Most likely they are signs of previous trauma to the nail plate (the hard part of the nail) or the matrix (the source of the nail plate, which is located underneath the cuticle under the skin). Just like folding or denting a piece of clear plastic leaves a white spot, so does pressure or trauma to the nail. 56 | November 2014
Bulletins/Health
What Do Your Nails Say About Your Health?
Fact!
Fingernails grow an average of 3.5 millimeters per month. Nail biting is called onychophagia It’s also the most common “nervous habit,” WebMD reports. Roughly half of children between 10 and 18 bite their nails, according to WebMD, but most people stop on their own by age 30. While nail biting is largely harmless (albeit unsanitary), possible health risks include contributing to skin infections and aggravating nail bed conditions, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Health
The Supplements Every Woman Needs!
Magnesium Your body uses this mineral for a number of critical activities, including: Maintaining normal muscle and nerve function, keeping heart rhythms steady, supporting a healthy immune system, keeping bones strong, helping regulate blood sugar levels, promoting normal blood pressure, reducing the impact of stress on the body by helping switch off the fight or flight response and helping reduce cramps, headaches, and migraines. Food sources: pumpkin seeds, spinach, Swiss chard and black beans Try: GNC Super Magnesium 400 MG & Natural Factors Magnesium Citrate
Folic Acid An essential vitamin in the body, folic acid helps: build new cells, is critical to the prevention of birth defects and plays a key role in heart health by preventing the creation of homocysteine, an amino acid naturally produced in the body that’s connected to cardiac problems Food sources: lentils, pinto beans, chickpeas, spinach and parsley Try: GNC Folic Acid 1000 mcg 58 | November 2014
Vitamin B12 Get enough of this vitamin, and your brain will thank you, as it’s necessary for preventing heart disease and stroke by limiting the production of the amino acid homocysteine (which is linked to increase risk of heart disease.) It helps in keeping nerve and blood cells healthy, helps make DNA and prevents the blood disorder pernicious anemia, an uncommon disorder that vegetarians, vegans, and the elderly are at an increased risk of. Food sources: sardines, grass-fed beef and yogurt Try: GNC Vitamin B-12 Soft Chew 2500 MCG Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough & GNC Women’s Energy Stack
Biotin A B vitamin that’s sometimes referred to as vitamin H or vitamin B7, biotin ensures that the body correctly metabolizes sugar and uses it for energy. It is a key for fat metabolism, specifically playing a role in the fats needed to keep skin healthy Food sources: Swiss chard, carrots and nuts Try: Natrol® Biotin 10,000 mcg & Healthy Delights™ Biotin 5000 MCG Chews - Berry Flavor
* Always, be sure to speak with your MD before taking any herbs or supplements, especially if you’re taking medication, pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or menopausal. November 2014 | 59
Do whatever amount is needed to put yourself in the required caloric deficit you need to be in for fat loss to occur. So let’s pretend some example person figured out their maintenance level, created an ideal-sized deficit, and came to the conclusion that they need to be at about 2000 calories per day for fat loss to occur. (This is just an example amount, of course. To figure out your maintenance level and create your deficit, read the diet guide.)
To make this happen, our example person can: • Consume 2000 calories per day and do no cardio whatsoever. • Consume 2500 calories per day and do an amount of cardio that allows them to burn 500 additional calories thus ending up at the same 2000 they need to be at. • Consume 2250 calories and do an amount of cardio that burns 250 additional calories, thus arriving at the same 2000 calories.
Bulletins/Fitness
How Much Cardio Should You Do If I Want To Lose Weight?
Fact! Cardio makes your heart strong so that it doesn’t have to work as hard to pump blood
• Do cardio, have some fun! • There is no ‘best’ cardio exercise. Anything that gets your heart rate up fits the bill. • It’s not what you do, but how hard you work. Any exercise can be challenging if you make it that way! • Do something you enjoy. If you hate gym workouts, don’t force yourself onto a treadmill. If you like socializing, consider team sports or a walking club. • Do something you can see yourself doing at least 3 days a week.
Cardio Myth! Doing cardio on an empty stomach torches maximum body fat. FACT: This one comes from the idea that if your body doesn’t have readily available food calories, it’ll dip into the body’s stored supply, shrinking that muffin top. Research bears out that the opposite is true: A 2011 meta-analysis concluded fat burn is consistent regardless of whether or not you’ve eaten before a workout. And other research shows a negative effect of muscle catabolism (a.k.a. muscle loss) from skipping a pre-workout snack. Your body needs energy to perform and energy comes in the form of food. Don’t gorge yourself, but having a small snack before doing cardio can actually help you perform at a higher level. 60 | November 2014
Why are cardio workouts important? • • • • • • •
To build stamina To boost energy To beat stress To lose weight Increases blood circulation Increases lung capacity Improves your alertness
Fitness
Do it now: Sleeveless workouts! BY: SAMIRA KHALIL
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• Using very light weight will tone your arms • Spending endless hours at the gym will shred your upper body • Weight training will bulk you up: Since women have less testosterone (Growth hormone) than men, you will only benefit from muscle definition. • You can only burn fat from your shoulders: Spot reduction is a myth. Getting rid of your arms fat requires a total body calorie deficit
Grt the Facts: • The shoulder consists of more than 15 muscles. • Carrying your baby, driving or shopping are some actions that require your shoulders to work • To tone your shoulders, you should train it twice a week; give it two days rest before you focus on it again. • Toning your arms has nothing to do with the size
ne of the most commonly asked question for women: How to get rid of those arm jiggles without having to lift heavy weight & bulk up? All of us want to have a leaner “Toned” shoulders for the fit look. But many of us often ignore upper body workouts and rely heavily on cardio, cardio, and cardio.
of your arms. Its simply achieving a leaner muscle by burning all the fats surrounding that muscle and conditioning it. • Lifting heavier weights releases more fat burning hormones than lifting lighter weights. • Common exercises for shoulders: Shoulder press, Side & front shoulder raise, Shoulder shrug & push press.
Advice: • To keep your metabolism from stalling, shoot for a mix of cardio & resistance training in your workouts. Change your workout routine every couple of weeks and always push yourself for better results. • Don’t skip your upper body workouts! Your arms won’t tone from regular cardio. • Choose a weight that you can handle for 12 reps but make sure its challenging you for the last 4 reps. November 2014 | 61
Fitness
2014: year of the Sweat This is no Chinese Calendar but Fitness Calendar.
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BY: NATASCIA PAOLUCCI
ummer is gently fading, allowing you to exercise outdoors. In the meantime, winter is nearing rapidly, with its fair share of holiday and parties, to get fit for. See, all the elements are here for you to get up, get out and get sweaty!
Now, while the routine may become seasonal, there is no reason that you would have to keep to the same workouts. Fight boredom and learn more about three new fitness crazes:
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RipSurfer X: Surfers are cool. This is a fact, and not a new one. However, what has just arrived in the gym classes is. Behold, far away from the sea, the sand, the wind and the waves, get your boards and get ready to surf! Picture a short, thick, egg-shaped plastic surfboard mounted on three partly inflated disks. This is designed to simulate the instability and physical demands of a surfboard on the water. In fact, the less inflated the disks, the more instability and the more strenuous the workout. Easier classes will be based on taking and holding yogatype poses and jumping on and off the board. More advanced classes are more aerobics and cardio based. At any rate, this is a great workout for those who have always wanted to try surfing without the ability or will to go to the ocean. Indeed, the only saltwater you will see is your sweat!
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Bear training: Means you are running away from hungry bears for dire life. No, I am joking. But this new fitness craze may very well be as hard. Based (heavily) on the principles of Strongman Competition, it uses non-traditional equipment over a sort of circuit. Namely, while time constrained into periods of minutes separated by 45 seconds rest or uphill running sessions, you will be asked to move, drag, flip and carry over your head, 40 to 300 kg tyres, sandbags, and hammers. The idea is that, instead of getting basic muscle-building exercises, you will get an intense holistic workout that will make you strong. This is called functional training.
Outdoor challenges: Challenges like Diva Dash, Dirty Girl, Tough Mudder and the Spartan Race are seeing a huge increase in their female fanbase and it is easily understandable. In a mix of race and boot camp, they typically feature exercises such as mud crawls, climbing over hay bales, scaling walls and wading through water - and lets not forget, serious mud. This is the exciting new way of working out for those who get easily tired of gym or jogging routines. In addition, group versions are also available, making it a great teambuilding experience.
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So, here you have it: whether you wake up feeling more Bear, more Surfer or more Spartan, you can have your pick of challenging and effective workout. This is Fitness Christmas before time! November 2014 | 63
Editorial Features
Interviewing Harald Buerkle, General Manager of “Radisson Blu Hotel Cairo Heliopolis” Tell us about yourself and your career path? I was born and grew up in Bavaria, Germany until the age of 27, when I started to work abroad ever since, except a shortterm period when I was announced as General Manager for the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ruegen in Germany. My continues drive to grow and to develop myself offered me opportunities to move to Moscow, Kyiv and London where I have worked as Director of Operation for the Radisson Hotel London Stansted Airport until I was promoted to my first GM’s position for the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ruegen in Germany. In 2011 I moved back to Russia to open the Park Inn by Radisson and Radisson Hotel Rosa Khutor ahead of the Sochi Winter Olympics 2014 to be part to host pre Olympic test events and of course a one of a life time chance the Winter Olympics 2014. What are your main strengths and motivators? I am very focused on innovation and service quality in all areas of the hotel. My team and our guests are my daily motivators In your point of view, what makes a good Hotel Manager? Since we are in a people business, satisfied internal and external guests is the biggest gift for a hotel manager which can be achieved through respect and proactive leadership What is your favorite part of the job? It is easier for me to answer the question with the worse part of the job, it’s due to unsatisfied guests. Otherwise I enjoy any part of the hotel because its running like a Swiss watch, every department needs to linked with each other and harmonize to have a smooth operation What are the top 3 skills an Hotel general manager should have? People leadership, service qality and a sound commercial understanding Working prior in the F&B is different that your current position, tell us about it... Of course it is different, working in the F&D department is a more hands on job and responsibilities are on a departmental level, compared to my current responsibilities which require different skills to set up and develop strategies, and of course to take responsibilities and lead the entire team of the hotel. You have spent nearly your entire career in Russia. What motivates you to stay in Egypt?
4 years in Russia and 3 Years in Ukraine is a big part of my career, and an incredible learning opportunity. The diversity of working with different cultures made me chose Egypt, and of course the weather adds the icing on top of the cake. What is your career plan for 2015 along with your hotel’s plansl? To continue to develop not only my leadership skills but to include my entire team to achieve our commercial goals to increase our market share and drive the business What is distinctive about Radisson Blu than any other hotel chain? Our unique “Yes I Can” service philosophy. Which part of the hotel is your personal favorite and why? The Food & Drink department is my most favorite part, Even though I have moved out from kitchen operations, there is a true passion left to always sneak back into the kitchen and start to innovate the food What advice would you offer to those who are inspired to become successful in the hospitality industry? Be passionate, listen to your customer and create unique guest experiences
Editorial Features
Al Ethad Company
has acquired the Proxy of Estee Lauder in Egypt
Al Sharief Group for Marketing and Fragrances is one of the biggest Egyptian companies working in the field of makeup, Perfume and Watch marketing. It has the proxy of many international brands in Egypt. For example Burberry, Salvatore Ferragamo, Jaguar, Dupont, Boucheron, Bugatti, Lapidus,‌etc for fragrances; Deborah, Florelle, Jordana and Mavala for makeup; and Adriatica for watches, which is considered the biggest rival to all of the other Swiss brands for its shape, quality, capabilities and prices. Recently, Mr. Saeed al Sharief has established a new company with the name of al Etahad. Al Ethad managed to get the proxy of Estee Lauder for the First time in Egypt In August 2014 which has products that have never been in the Egyptian market before, at least legally. However, some rival companies launched a barrage of rumors doubting the fact that Al Ethad Co. managed to acquire such a proxy, But apparently These rumors are very far from the truth! Al- Ethad did succeed in getting the proxy of Estee Lauder for the first time in Egypt, and the first product that will be launched is Aramis and Designer Fragrances which contain 8 famous brands like Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger,  DKNY, Aramis, Zegna, Kiton as well as brands that may follow like Bobbi Brown, Clinic.. etc, but Aramis and Designer Fragrances is the one they currently have chosen for marketing its products in Egypt that will be launched in October 2014. There were many competitors that made business proposals like Ethad’s to the proxy, but only them were chosen. Logically, there has been a kind of professional jealousy from the competitors that made them launching such ridiculous rumors. After Ethaad company managed to get its first proxy Este Lauder,They said they will defiantly plan to get more international proxies in Egypt in the future
Nutrition
Why Eat This?
Chestnuts… The starchy, sweet, rich in flavor pops!
• Chestnuts are relatively low in calories; contain less fat but are rich in minerals, vitamins and phyto-nutrients that benefit health. • Chestnuts chiefly made of starch in contrast to other seeds and nuts, which are high in calorie, protein, and fat. Nevertheless; they are still good sources of minerals, vitamins and some good-quality protein. • •They are a good source of dietary fiber; provide 8.1 g per 100 g. Fiber diet helps lower blood cholesterol levels by limiting excess cholesterol absorption in the intestines.
Super Food...
Endives
• Consume mixed juice that uncooked or even juicing it will contains endive, carrot as help to handle bodyweight. well as celery for the best • The high calcium content assist in decreasing asthma within endives is vital for attacks. constructing and looking • Endive along with celery after healthy and balanced as well as parsley juice do teeth and bones and also miracles for those who are maintaining osteoporosis anemic since this mixture away. behaves as an effective • The foliate present in endives blood tonic. is important in assisting • Combine endive along with safeguard babies from all of your other favorite juices being born along with birth for the additional cleansing imperfections. since it successfully helps • Fresh endive is available all encourage the secretion around the year in the markets. of bile. Choose crispy, tender leafy • The low calorie content of tops. Avoid tough, yellow the endive veggie, allow it discolored leaves. Store to be an important food for greens in plastic bag inside those who would like to lose refrigerator. It will stay fresh a few pounds. Consuming it for 3-4 days. 66 | November 2014
• Chestnuts are rich in folates, which is quite a rare but unique feature for nuts and seeds. • Chestnuts are an excellent source of minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and zinc, besides providing a very good amount of potassium (518 mg / 100 g). • Chestnuts, like hazelnuts and almonds, etc., are free in gluten. • Chestnuts are very rich in vitamin C. In fact, they’re the only nut that has vitamin C, making them stand out from other nuts.
5 Word Answer
What are the worst foods for coughing? Milk, caffeine, processed food, fizzy drinks & nuts
Do you suffer from dry skin?
Fix with Food
Healthy fats and oils will add needed moisture and make your skin more supple. So the key to healing your dry skin is to increase the amount of healthy fats (such as avocados, nuts, and olive oil) in your diet. You’ve probably heard that you should drink enough water to hydrate your dry skin, and it’s true. But you can also boost your skin’s hydration with herbs by drinking caffeine-free herbal infusions. An infusion with rose and marigold is especially helpful for dry skin because of the plants’ moistening and healing properties.
What makes protein such a powerful fat fryer? Protein-rich foods are more difficult to digest than carbohydrates and fat-laden foods, which burns extra calories. Although protein can come from a variety of foods, animal sources like (fish, eggs, Greek yogurt, and chicken) provide up to 7 grams of protein per 1-ounce serving, and have all nine essential amino acids that help the body burn fat. If you are a vegetarian, plant sources of protein include (soybeans, tofu, quinoa, nuts, seeds and beans.) Vegetarians should eat a variety of foods such as (rice and grains) to ensure they consume all the essential amino acids necessary for maximum protein consumption and fat loss.
Green Tea & Fat
An experiment published in Physiological Behavior found that subjects who drank 2 or 3 cups of green tea daily lost more weight than subjects who had an identical diet but did not drink tea. The tea drinkers were shown to have an increased metabolism compared to the non-tea drinkers.
Bulletins/Nutrition
How to Shrink Fat Cells by Eating Protein?
TIP!
Get about 10 to 15% of total calories come from monounsaturated fats; “good” fats are found mainly in plant sources, like (nuts, avocados and olive, peanut and canola oils.)
Trim The Fat!
• Keep your total fat intake to around 30% of your total calorie intake • Limit saturated fat intake to no more than 7 to 10% of your intake
Fill On A Protein-Powered Breakfast!
Having a protein-rich breakfast will keep your muscles intact, and prevents fat cells from ballooning up. Strive to get 20% to 25% of your daily protein needs at breakfast. Based on an 1,800-calorie diet, you should eat 80 grams of lean protein per day, and 20 grams should be consumed at breakfast. Four egg whites, 1 cup nonfat yogurt or two scoops of whey protein mixed with water are easy sources to help you meet the suggested amount.
TIP!
About 10% of calories should come from polyunsaturated fats (These fats, which include the healthy omega-3 fatty acids, are also found in plant oils such as safflower, sunflower, corn, flaxseed and canola oils, as well as in seafood.) November 2014 | 67
Nutrition
Diet Rages BY: Noura Hassaballa
Quick fixes such as low-calorie diets, low carb or no carb diets cause you to: • • • • •
Get Angry Feel fatigued Be unfocused Act like an emotional zombie Binge eat
And the list goes on. When your blood sugar is low, your brain is starved and your body produces the stress hormone adrenaline which causes you to panic, feel nervous, have rapid or irregular heart beats and also depressed. Because carbohydrates play a major role in fueling your brain since glucose is the brain’s preferred fuel source.
How to diet right? • Mark your calendar for a start date • Focus on changing one habit at a time • Start your day with a jog, walk, or any physical activity for 15 to 20 minutes • Make small substitutions (use the stairs instead of the elevator, park far and walk to your destination, use honey instead of sugar, switch to whole grain products, eat dark chocolate instead of milk ones, etc…) • Have fruits and veggies as a snack • Make healthy food choices when dinning out • Don’t be too harsh on yourself trying to lose weight • Weight loss doesn’t happen overnight; look at it as if you are on a road trip • Eat in moderation; just because you are on a diet doesn’t mean you can’t have a piece of cake • Stop eating 3 hours before bedtime • Have healthy snacks around the house
Conclusion Strict diets for fast weight loss don’t work for long. Whether it’s Atkins’s, Dash, Detox, or whatever you name it diet, all you lose is water, muscles, and very little fats. The bad news is you gain double the weight back. Nutrition plays a crucial role in physical and mental health, so start eating healthy and change your lifestyle instead of picking and sticking to one diet that makes your life miserable and makes you feel grumpy all the time. Look at it long term and don’t rush into things so quick because you will quit faster than you think. 68 | November 2014
Cooking
Quinoa:
The supergrain of the future by:Heba Ezz As your health and figure are on the top of my priorities, Heba would like to share with you these two recipes that are mouthwatering, nutritious, filling and very healthy.
Quinoa Benefits: Here is the nutrient breakdown for 1 cup of cooked quinoa, or 185 grams: This is coming with a total of 222 calories, with 39 grams of carbs and 4 grams of fat. • Quinoa is Gluten Free • Very high in protein, with all the essential amino acids that we need • High in fiber • High in minerals, specially Magnesium • Loaded with antioxidants • Has low Glycemic Index, is a measure of how quickly foods raise blood sugar levels • Contains Omega 3- fatty acids
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1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups water Pinch of salt 8 pieces of bacon 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Parmesan Cheese Almond flakes 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon mustard 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon salt Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup chopped parsley Cherry tomatoes cut in halves Rocket
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Preparetion: 1. Combine the quinoa, water and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring the water to a boil, and after the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. 2. Gently simmer, covered, for 15 minutes (there may still be some water not yet absorbed). Remove from heat. 3. Keeping the pan covered, let it stand for 5 minutes, or until the remaining water is absorbed. Remove the lid and gently fluff the quinoa. Set aside to cool. 4. Crisp the bacon, drain and cut into 1-inch pieces. Set aside. 5. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Set aside. 6. In a large bowl, toss together the cooked quinoa, bacon pieces, red onion and parsley, cherry tomatoes. Toss with the dressing and serve at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with rocket.
Lamb Steak with Balsamic Sauce: Full flavour,and the fat is relativley easy to trim off !
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2 tsps olive oil 0.91 kg lamb lion chops (trimmed) 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper (freshly ground) 1 medium red onion (finely chopped) 2 garlic cloves (chopped) 80 grams beef broth/stock 2 tbsps balsamic vinegar
Preparation: Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle lamb loin chops with salt and pepper. Add lamb to pan, and cook 3 minutes or until browned. Turn lamb over, and cook 4 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Remove lamb from pan; keep warm. Add chopped onion and garlic to pan; cook 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in broth and balsamic vinegar; bring to a boil. Cook 2 minutes or until reduced to about 2/3 cup. Serve sauce with lamb.
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Love & Relationships
WAYS TO GET OVER A BAD BREAKUP
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BY: Omnia Helal
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ome girls sit down with an entire quart of their favorite ice cream after a bad breakup. Others think KFC is the answer or see how many tequila shots they can take in one evening. Breakups can be so hard, and they can be amicable; no matter what, no one really wants to go through them. The loss of your relationship can bring on intense heartache and stress. But if you're looking for some help getting through it and want some suggestions about how to make it a little easier, read on... Here’s Lady bird’s 9 ways of how to get over a bad break up!
2. Allow yourself to cry when you need to Don’t ignore or stuff them down. Let the tears flow and express your anger. Ignored emotions will only make you calloused and afraid. 3. Exercise your blues away. Exercise increases your endorphins. Join a health club, take the stairs instead of the elevator, walk to work, do some yoga or take a salsa lesson. Get some of that negative stuff out. 4. Breakup movies. • Forgetting Sarah Marshall (For when you want to call him. This movie will remind you NOT to call.) • The Notebook (For when you want to cry about something else.) • My Sister’s Keeper (To remind you that life does not revolve around romance.) • 500 Days of Summer (To remind you that there is no ‘the one’) • Eat, pray, love (Even if you don’t find love right away, know that your Javier Bardem is out there somewhere!) • Omar w Salma (just kidding) 5. Rebound with one incredibly hot guy, if that’s what you want, and then give yourself some time to decompress and remember who you are. Go out and get yourself some strange from a guy who looks like Ahmed Ramzy or just has dirty hair. It’s hard to tell the difference. But then slow down and be lowkey for a while. If you’ve had one rebound, you’ve had them all! 6. Boiling the bunny Boiling the bunny is all about revenge fantasies. These are extremely helpful, and we would recommend spending some time developing a few. Lie down in a quiet place, and roll the tape in your head. Visualize it, hear it and feel it. Trust us.. It helps!
7. Seasonal Affective Disorder OK, this has been fun, but now it’s time to get back to the business of mending your broken heart. Grief is one of life’s seasons. Think of it as spending time in a climate where the sun never shines. It could last a little while. Here are some things you’ll probably be feeling at this point: • You realize he’s not coming back. It’s really over • You feel devastated • You really, really miss him • You focus on memories of the past • You blame yourself and try to figure out what went wrong • We wish you could skip this stage, but here are some things you can do to shorten the duration of SAD: • Make a list of his faults • Remind yourself every day that you deserve a guy who will love you unconditionally. And he doesn’t. Therefore…you deserve better than him. • Make some changes. Do something new; find a new source of hope. It could be a new interest, a new friendship, a new exercise activity. Open new avenues in your life. • Reflect on the relationship, and think about what you learned. Take responsibility for your own shortcomings. 8. Get a Makeover Dye your hair or get a new cut. Buy a new outfit or those kickass shoes you’ve been eyeing for weeks. Focusing on you and making yourself feel good will build confidence and help you not sweat the small stuff. 9. Beware of the “Just Friends” Trap: He is not, and will not be your friend, it’s just a trap because he feels that you are getting over him. So Crop out the sadness and say NO.
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1. Either block or unfriend him on Facebook, because that stuff will be the death of you. if you assume you are a reasonable and mature lady who can handle seeing the occasional reminder of him on your Facebook timeline. NO!
break up, wake up, and move on!
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Love & Relationships
Bettina Knows Best…
is marriage a guarantee for commitment ? Dear Bettina,
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e says he loves me, yet he is not ready to commit, is that even possible? We have been dating for 2 years and whenever the commitment issue is opened he avoids it and lately he stated clear that he doesn’t believe in marriage. Is that possible and should I stay with him?
BY: BETTINA HEMMINGSEN Dear, To answer your first question, I do think you can love someone without commitment because love is a feeling and commitment is a decision, which is optional. Having said that a partnership is not just about the emotions and feelings of love. A partnership is about commitment, and being responsible to that commitment regardless of what the external variables of the time are. Married or not married, when you decide to enter into a partnership with another, commitment means you act with integrity, respect and care -even when your emotions are telling you otherwise. I suspect that when you say that he is not ready to commit you mean getting married and having a family. In most cases the background for getting married is to strengthen and validate our commitment rather than our love however I do believe that you can be in a committed relationship without being married. Marriage itself is no guarantee for commitment. Generally men and women’s readiness to commit lies in their genes as well as in their social and cultural background. I don’t know how old your boyfriend is and what his excuse is for not wanting to commit yet - but most men are afraid of making a commitment because it make them feel felt entrapped, which, usually comes down to the fearof losing their freedom and beneath that the fear of losing themself. Another reason could be that he feels he is to young and lack life experience last but not least he might have insufficient finances to provide for a family, as getting married in Egypt is VERY expensive. There is a difference between committing to a relationship and sharing the same dreams for the future. So my advice to you is to find out what you really want! Are you looking for a soul mate or a provider? Have you finished your education and settled in a job or is the whole “commitment-dream” another way of fillingagab in your life? Do you share the same values, norms and beliefs with this guy or is there something else that makes him attractive, such as money, appearance and status? Be honest with yourself and what is motivating you to stay in the relationship, is it love or something else?
Good luck Bettina 74 | November 2014
Mother & Child
“Do as I say ,not as I do”
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mazingly, children at two years old onwards are natural imitators. They are eager to imitate their parents’ actions and want to be like them. It is important for toddlers and children to imitate because that is how they learn to feed themselves, walk, communicate and further.
Are you surprised by the act of your kid; where the baby boy imitates the father and the baby girl imitating the mother? For instance, sleeping position, mannerisms, eating habits, etc. generally passes from the father to his baby boy and mom to her girl! While a part of the baby’s behavior is inherited by the mom 76 | November 2014
or dad, the kids actually learns it through by watching the activities. Well, it is quite natural with kids as they consider the father and mother as their role model! Understanding the Facts Children at this age become more aware of the fact that they will grow up to be a woman or man. So, they attempt to follow their
parents’ footsteps, for instance; paying attention to love ones and friends, displaying their appropriate attitudes towards their work, house chores and responsibilities. It is a common scene for children to copy parents’ dressing style, learn to express various ways of human emotions, such as love, fear, anger, grief and happiness. One of these actions is
TIP: Your kids will imitate you, use it as a force of good
facial expression such as sticking out tongue. Remember that children are innocent. Once they learn the rope, it is hard for them to stop the bad behavior. So, if your child imitates you, then it is a great platform to impart good behavior and manners in your kid. Things kids should learn by imitation: • Developing nutritional eating habits by eating nutritious foods • How important hygiene and cleanliness are • Understanding the routines and follow it diligently Since being a role model to your son or daughter, don’t pose yourself negatively with wrong acts. In fact, if you fight with your wife or husband in front of your kid, the kids, no matter, a boy or a girl, will mock you!
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Children have never been good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them. James A.Baldwen
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Features
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The Psychology of Fashion By: MAhmoud Medhat
ashion is not only about a nice dress you wear or a bright necklace you put on. It’s an art with the power to transform an image or make a social statement. It differs from a culture to another, generation to generation and it’s always changing and also revives as well. Fashion has existed since the early ages, since mankind used to wear animal skin to cover themselves and today we as well use that animal cloth but with different styles and shapes to produce shoes, jackets, coats and others. Trendy clothes become trendy because of either they’re new and stylish or sometimes because celebrities and public figures are spotted in them first, to start an rise it up and then consciously and subconsciously people mix and match these trendy fashions with what they feel comfortable putting on. Traditional clothes are one of a kind as they slightly change across different generations for long decades; they illustrate and reflect cultural traditions and lifestyles. Colors are a critical issue when it comes to
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Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it’s not luxury.
Coco Chanel
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fashion psychology, colors don’t have absolute meanings but according to psychologists and knowledge gained from different ancient cultures and current research and analysis sciences, each color represents something; as in red, it reflects energy and courage, yellow reflects success and enthusiasm and so on. So the color you wear expresses something that might be easily acknowledged by others’ minds or it might hold deep meanings that speak to their hearts. What we wear reflects who we are, reflects our characters’ attributes, our intentions and even ways of thinking. We intend to wear what is up to date; the smarter way is to mix the up to date with what suits you best in terms of color, fit, and above all what you feel internally and externally comfortable with. Coco Chanel said ‘Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it’s not luxury”. And that reflects well what I want to highlight. Fashion exists in everything, in the clothes we wear, the cars we ride and even in some cases in what we eat and drink. So always transcend your fashionable intelligence to be stylish and at the same time feel comfortable and self satisfied.
The Best, The Top & the must do
YOUR GETAWAY Get invigorated during your Travels with fairmont heliopolis Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers offers countless opportunities to relax – or get invigorated – during your travels. Break a sweat on one of our three clay tennis courts or two air- conditioned squash courts, then take a refreshing dip in one of their four swimming pools. Or visit thier fully equipped fitness center, featuring Jacuzzi pools, sauna rooms, state-of-the-art equipment and day-spa treatments. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, thier sand volleyball court sets the safe for a memorable team-building exercise with your colleagues or a delightful day with your family. Children can take advantage of the kids’ pool and open-air playground. Adults can enjoy an enchanting evening at Kings and Queens casino, a hub of dazzling entertainment conveniently located within the hotel.
NOT TO BE MISSED! Givenchy ‘Dahlia Divin’ Eau de Parfum Like an Haute Couture gown this golden fragrance envelopes with its divine golden hues for a lasting enchanting memory. Dahlia Divin makes its perfumery debut with notes of golden fruit; Mirabelle Plum. Entwined with the aroma of a bouquet of white flowers, highlighted by Jasmine like a ray of pure light. The fragrance develops fully with the rich alluring woody tones of Sandalwood for a strikingly delightful aura. The woman who wears it is sublime and sensual, like a modern goddess. You can buy it from fortune for
Did You Know! Today it is common to see women and girls in short hair. But decades ago, if a woman spotted short hair, she was considered to be an unfaithful wife.
MUST TRY! Solana Sparkling Jazz Brunch Join Solana restaurant at Conrad Cairo for the ultimate sparkling Jazz brunch every Friday presenting an international buffet served in an inviting atmosphere featuring a live music band and kid’s entertainment for just LE 210 all inclusive per person and 50% discount for kids.
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Editorial Features
Samsung Galaxy K Zoom
Samsung's best cameraphone!
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he Samsung Galaxy K Zoom is the sort of device you might imagine resulting if you put a compact camera and a phone next to each other and pushed them together really hard. It has the dimpled back styling of Samsung’s latest phones, and looks just like a normal phone from the front. But on the back is a giant lens housing that sticks out and alters the weighting of the phone substantially.
an option to add more modes though the “Manage Modes” panel. Here you can choose from Kids Shot, Macro, Light Trace and Sunset, just to name a few.
Its lens is a key feature – this is one of just a few phones to be released to feature an optical zoom. It is a 10x optical zoom too, offering the kind of focal range you get in a superzoom compact, not just a bog-standard one. We fully appreciate that Samsung had to do some clever design work to get the Galaxy K Zoom to its current size. It’s 20mm thick by its lens, and 16.6mm thick across most of its middle.
Samsung Galaxy K Zoom Key features include:
The camera includes a variety of shooting modes, including Auto (the default), Pro Suggest (which recommends a selection of filters depending on the scene), Program, Beauty Face, Shot and More (for burst shooting), Panorama, HDR, Night, Continuous Shot and Selfie Alarm (it automatically snaps a shot when it detects your face in the frame). There’s also
The Galaxy K Zoom has a microSD card slot too, and it is – thankfully – on the side of the phone. Normally Samsung puts its card slots under the battery cover, and normally that makes perfect sense. But with a cameraobsessed phone where you’re much more likely to be swapping out cards regularly, the little plastic microSD flap on the left edge is a welcome sight.
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20.7MP 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS sensor 10x optical zoom, 24-240mm equivalent focal range F3.1-6.3 aperture Xenon flash 2MP front camera 1080p video 1.3GHz quad-core, 1.7GHz dual-core Exynos Hexa processor Android 4.4 4.8-inch 720p Super AMOLED display 2GB of RAM 8GB storage microSD 2,430 mAh battery
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album
Nicki Minaj Dropping New Music With Lil Wayne, Chris Brown And Drake After breaking the internet with her last single, “Anaconda”, Nicki Minaj is ready for her follow up before releasing the highly anticipated album The Pink Print. The rap star recently made a big announcement on her Instragram page revealing the artwork to her next single, “Only” which will drop on Tuesday (October 28). According to the cover, the song will feature, Lil Wayne, Drake and Chris Brown. The lineup is interesting because at one point she was unsure if Drizzy would appear on the album.
movie Gone girl Stop us if you’ve heard this one before: David Fincher directs an adaptation of a best-selling crime novel with a major A-lister in the lead role. Okay, while The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo didn’t turn out quite as we hoped, expectations are high for Gone Girl based on early reviews. Beyond Fincher behind the camera and Ben Affleck in front, Gone Girl has us intrigued because author Gillian Flynn wrote the script herself, and even allegedly tweaked some elements to better suit a film. That’s all to say that Gone Girl is likely the most anticipated movie of the month, with expectations building as each glowing review comes in. It’s also a chance to see Affleck in one last drama before he dons the cape and cowl.
book StrengthsFinder 2.0 The #1 wall street journal best seller Strengths Finder 2.0 is the follow up to Gallup’s Now, Discover Your Strengths. The book includes a revamped version of the StrengthsFinder test that shows you not just what your top five strengths are, but also how you rank in the rest of the 34 strengths from Clifton’s model. The new book is light on content (very light) but the test is a substantial improvement. StrengthsFinder 2.0 will change the way you look at yourself and the world forever!
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restaurants & Cafés
Friday Brunch at Fairmont Nile City Spend your Friday afternoons at Fairmont Nile City’s Jazz brunch Buffet at Napa Grill. Featuring a variety of cuisines and live stations; this brunch is definitely not one to miss. Enjoy live entertainment and a selection of a 100 items offered at the buffet for only 265L.E. From 01:00 p.m. to 05:00 p.m. The brunch also includes a variety of kids items on the buffet as well as activities for their entertainment.
stores
Splash launches ‘Studio Collection’ as part of the Fall Winter’14 fashion show Twenty one is an age symbolic of change, coming of age, transitions and the beginning of a new chapter. Summing all this and more Splash, the high street maven who is currently celebrating 21 years ‘In Love with Fashion’ showcased its Fall Winter’14 collection to a 3000 strong audience of style-conscious aficionados from across the Region.
TRUFFLE CELEBRATION AT STRADA STRADA at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence is pleased to present a collection of dishes featuring “Tartufo bianco di Acqalagna”, the finest white truffle that the nature has to offer.
Crave graces the village at cairo festival city, with branch # 5. With the launch of their 5th restaurant lounge , Crave continues to bring its unique taste and signature items that have been favored by many, to town. Signature items such as the mouthwatering Chocolate Fondant, crunchy Shrimp Konafa, decadent Salmon Teriyaki & silky Seafood Risotto among creative new additions, decorate Crave’s menu; always bringing back diners from all over Cairo to its outlets. To enjoy your favorite items on the menu, head to Crave at The Village, Cairo Festival City, Road 90, Fifth Settlement, and to find out more about the restaurant, visit www.facebook.com/craveegypt 84 | November 2014
Retail Group Egypt has opened its 4th Mango store in Cairo Festival City In Cairo, it is virtually impossible to find a clothing item that combines affordability, style and high quality; But Mango carries almost everything that any modern woman could need. the store’s wide space makes a comfortable shopping experience. So make sure to go check out its new store in Cairo festival city mall in the Fifth Settlement, new Cairo.
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Scorpio
October 23 - November 21 Strength: mysterious, rational, intelligent, independent, intuitive, dedicated, insightful, charming, sensible Weakness: suspicious, fanatical, complicated, possessive, arrogant, selfwilled, extreme Best careers: Psychologist, designer, lawyer, humanitarian organizations and charitable foundations Perfect gift: Sunglasses and clothes
Favorite animals: Scorpion, Eagle and Wolf Compatible with: Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces Incompatible with: Sagittarius, Leo and Aries Successful entrepreneurs: Bill Gates, Ted Turner and Juliette Gordon Low
Element: Fire
Scorpio Fashion Sense Sexy is a Scorpio word. This sign loves anything black but you’ll also find they wear a lot of burgundy too. They like to leave “something to the imagination” when they dress up but still opt for clothing that entices. Sexy high heels and thigh high boots are favorite footwear for Scorpio women. Oh, and don’t forget those dark sunglasses that help them look so mysterious. Scorpio Hairstyle Intense, detail-oriented makeup and precision haircuts are all about Scorpio. Think of Julia Roberts, whose hair looks enviably even when she runs out to CVS in sweats. What it’s Like to Date a Scorpio Woman Scorpio woman is very emotional, very demanding and very demonstrative. She is full of flair and intrigue, a fascinating woman that the strong A-type personality male will adore, for she presents the right amount of challenge with the right amount of rewards. The Scorpio woman is the ultimate seductive, flirtatious woman. She won’t give a man her heart very easily because she is weary of trusting another person. The man will have to go through a series of ‘mental testes’ in order for the relationship to get solid and close. She may not show it, but she wants a close committed relationship. In order for this, the man has to be trusted, has to be affectionate and never try to control her. She is very possessive but the Scorpio woman is so full of mystery, sensuality and passion that most men do not mind being possessed by her. What it’s Like to Date a Scorpio Man The Scorpio male is unlike any other man of any other astrology sign. He is so unique that a separate section is needed to explain about dating the Scorpio man. The Scorpio man is easy to seduce, it is much harder to form a real relationship with him. The Scorpio man is very sensitive and feels lonely and unfulfilled, but he will never let a woman know this. Behind closed doors, be sensitive and affectionate to him appeal to his emotions only if you want a close relationship with him do not attempt to lead him on because he will see this and never forgive you. Toying with a Scorpio male is an unwise move. He will be jealous and possessive and will never allow a woman to control him. Let him take the lead because the Scorpio male is truly a fascinating person, you can never go wrong when he is planning the night! Scorpio men are very moody and their moods change like a pendulum on a clock. Stand by his side in these times and it will pass. Do not nag on him for he has a hard enough time understanding his own emotions. Scorpio men make excellent protectors and you will always feel safe under his radiating, passionate and energetic power. Scorpio Erogenous Zone The genitals are everybody’s erogenous zone but since the Scorpio is the most sexually charged of all zodiac signs, the genitals are extremely sensitive and will ignite a passionate fire that cannot be extinguished. 86 | November 2014
Mehdi Zaanoun, General Manager Kempinski Nile Hotel announced the appointment of Ahmed Hegazy as Director of Sales and Marketing. Souq.com Launchs Entrepreneurship Program to create job opportunities for unemployed youth Bershka Egypt celebrated a fun-filled Eid this year on the sunny shores of Moods Beach El Gouna. Giza Governor inaugurates Moustafa Kamel Primary School at Embaba El Matar which funded by Crédit Agricole.
Conrad Cairo named recently as Egypt’s leading business hotel at the prestigious World travel awards 88 | November 2014
Arena celebrated the inauguration of its first official Egyptian store in Cairo’s Mall of Arabia. INTEL reports ThirdQuarter Revenue of $14.6 Billion, up $1.1 Billion or 8Percent Year Over Year.
A Peugeot and LCD’s as Prizes for Winners In “Change to Bridgestone campaign” joe fresh launches international expansion in 23 countries with signing of 3 partnership agreements. Novotel Cairo 6th of October Hotel received the award of excellence in the World Tourism Day The Semiramis InterContinental Cairo teams and employees participated in this great initiative by pledging their commitment to run in support of Race Around the world.
Dusit Thani LakeView Cairo welcomed Kick- boxing and Martial Arts legend Dolph Lundgren after a few days location scouting for his new movie at the Red Sea Samsung Electronics has risen to 7th position in Interbrand’s annual ‘Best Global Brands’ report.
Hilton Worldwide Launch ‘SOAP FOR HOPE’ In Egypt With ANA Al MASRY To Support The Local Community.
Cairo launches the 1st Digital Media Forum in Egypt by Najla Semaan Mazboudi.
The PR & Sales team of Fairmont heliopolois & towers hosted an exclusive ladies dinner party at where members of different Embassies in Cairo were invited for an authentic Egyptian night. Dr. Ayman Al Ghonaimy, the pediatric oculist consultant in MAGRABI Hospital has given a lecture on children’s eye health and safety in Egypt to some of the top oculists in Egypt and the Arab World
FOUR SEASONS NILE PLAZA INTRODUCES THE UK’S MOST ADVANCED NON-SURGICAL FACIAL SOLUTIONS AT THE SPA.
Sheraton Miramar Resort El Gouna has been assessed as meeting Platinum Certification requirements of the EarthCheck company standard.
Kidzania celebrates its first anniversary at Cairo festival city mall The Cairo Marriott Hotel supports the Come Back of North European Tourism to Egypt hosting a group of 40 professionals representing key media houses.
Samsung Electronics announced the expansion of its flagship Galaxy Note series with the new Galaxy Note 4
Fiat Chrysler Group brings back Fiat and Alfa Romeo’s latest models and announces the launch of new showrooms at Dusit Thani LakeView Cairo Philip Morris, originally renowned for its leadership in the tobacco industry, has announced, it’s new, innovative & difficult to counterfeit, L&M pack that will be available in markets soon.
Sisi meeting with Marriott International CEO Arne Sorneson who reaffirmed the company’s interest in Egypt’s travel&tourism during the US chamber of commerce table discussion that took place in New York.
“Mercure hotels offer outstanding expertise at the highest level by applying the “quality assurance”
Samsung Electronics Egypt Signs Protocol to Launch SONO School in Egypt’s First Ultrasound Fetal Care Unit in Ain Shams University Hospital
Bank Audi Egypt launches “World MasterCard” which is tailored for premier customers who are seeking a comfortable and firstclass banking service worldwide. November 2014 | 89
On Spot Marriott Hotels
in Egypt Say #ThankYou Rocking Cairo were the Marriott Egypt team members boarding a branded double-decker bus to roam around landmarks in Cairo to help promote tourism in the country. Celebrating novelty and creative marketing, the bus grabbed the attention of Egyptians on the streets that have shown great excitement and support to the cause.
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On Spot Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers
Presents “Fairmont Getaway” Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers welcomed Cairo’s media moguls to a remarkable Fairmont getaway. Starting their day with a hotel tour showing off the newly refurbished rooms, checking in for a day use at the massive pool before taking the whole crew for dinner at the Egyptian Night restaurant. With 840 spacious rooms and suites, venues serving an array of delicious global cuisines, outstanding conferences, events and recreational facilities, , and an engaging service only a few can rival, Fairmont Hotel is the perfect location for mixing business and pleasure.
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On Spot Shukran Loyalty Card
is Now Available at Outlets across Cairo & Alexandria The Landmark Group has announced the launch of Shukran, the largest retail loyalty programme in the GCC and Jordan, in Egypt. Shukran loyalty cards are now available at Orient International Trading’s 19 retail outlets across Cairo and Alexandria. The card offers a host of privileges to members, including an attractive reward system and an enriching customer service experience. Reward partners of the loyalty programme include Centrepoint, Babyshop, Max and Shoexpress.
Jotun Egypt
celebrates the opening of its Headquarter in New Cairo Aligning with its ambitious expansion plan in the local market, Jotun Egypt, the leading painting company in Egypt and affiliate of Jotun Global, the worldwide leading paint group, opened its new Headquarter in New Cairo. The new building embodies the image of Egypt’s No.1 painting company, which has been operating in the Egyptian market for more than 25 years now. The building hosts the company’s central operations and employees in a creative and welcoming environment, which should facilitate better working conditions, faster communications, and better cooperation among co-workers.
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On Spot Jumia
announces the launch of Agu, Jumia’s First Fashion Label The e-commerce leader in Egypt and Africa, launched its first fashion label, Agu. With an international style, Agu’s collection is the perfect mix between basics and trendy pieces that was created with the ultimate attention to fit and comfort,
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On Spot Huawei
Announces Nancy Ajram as Brand Ambassador During the launch its Ascend Mate 7 event, Nancy Ajram revealed her agreement with Huawei to act its Middle East and North African Brand Ambassador for the next year to help raise awareness of Huawei’s fast growing smartphone range and build affinity for its premium devices with regional consumers.
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On Spot Hello autumn at The Platform The Fashion Event of The Year Hello Autumn, an extraordinary Fashion event organized by “United Group" that took place at one of the nicest venues on the Nile; The Platform Corniche El Maadi.
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On Spot Opening of
Fortune Cairo Festival City
BMW
Golf Cup National Final 2014 The BMW Golf Cup National Final 2014 was held on October 25th at the Sukhna Golf Club . Among the 88 competing golfers,3 national winners have been selected to represent Egypt at the BMW Golf Cup International World Final 2015 in Sydney.
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