MAY 2017
Fashion & Lifestyle
2017 WEDDING GOWNS
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BRIDAL SKINCARE ROUTINE
HONEYMOON
GETAWAYS
RULES FOR A HAPPILY EVER AFTER
OUTSMART PRE-WEDDING STRESS
Wedding Guide
CONTENTS MAY 2017 FASHION 12 14 22
Ladybird Loves Oscar De La Renta Spring Bridal Collection Ladybird Loves Rosa Clara Bridal Collection All Set for Your Honeymoon Trip
GLAMOUR
32 Bridal Makeup to Glam You Up 34 Natural Remedies for Pre-wedding Glowing Skin
INTERIOR
40 Make Your Home a Manctuary
TRAVEL
44 Most Romantic Honeymoon Destinations
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WELLNESS
46 How to Get Your Prewedding Beauty Sleep 48 Bridal Hunger Games 50 All Toned for Your Big Day 52 Reasons Why Your Metabolism Is Slowing Down 56 Oh God I’m Tying The Knot!
COOKING
58 5 Bite-size Desserts to Host a House Party
RELATIONSHIPS
62 Make Your Marriage an Extended Honeymoon
SOCIETY
68 Get Inspired - Dina Wassef and A Journey of Bikes and Art
L A DY B I R D Owner/Founder ZEYAD SOROUR Editor-in-Chief ISMAIL MARZOUK Managing Editor RANA HAMDY Editor NADINE MUSTAFA Sales & PR Director NAIRA EL LAMEI Marketing & Project Director SAMAR ZAKI Art Director EMAN SALAMA Graphic Designer NADA AL AZZEH & INGY SALAH ELDIN Financial Director HAITHAM HAMOUDA Distribution AHMED ABOU EL ELA, AHMED FAWZY, MOHAMED ABD EL NASSER & ALAA HUSSEIN
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IN EVERY ISSUE: Editor’s Letter P.10 Fashion News P.16 Trend of the Month P.18 Style Zoom In P.20 Egyptian-Made P.26 Fashion Fact Sheet P.28 Shopping Cart P.30 Products We Recommend P.36 Pieces we Love P.38 Travel the World P.42 Why Eat This P.54 Entertainment News P.64 Art & Culture P.66 Horoscope P.70 The Best, The Top, The Must Know! P.72 Happenings P.78 On Spot P.80
CONTRIBUTORS Hanan Marwan Freelance Interior Designer An aspiring passionate interior designer certified from Career Gates, MSA School for Training and Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Egypt. After 8 years of corporate life she started to follow her passion for interior designing. She thinks in colors and patterns to create her own work of art. Email: info@undici-design.com
Yasmine Shahine Life Coach An Associate Certified Life Coach (ACC) by the International Coach Federation (ICF). At the begining of her coaching career, she engaged herself in ONE on ONE coaching and through the years she developed her own tailor-made coaching programs for people and companies to develop their potentials and awareness. Email: yshahine@whycoachegypt.com Facebook:YasmineShahineLifeCoaching YouTube:YasmineSLifeCoaching
Amina Metwally
Makeup Artist A certified Makeup Artist from Academy Of Freelance Makeup in London “AOFM. “Worked in Corporate for 10 years, quit to pursue a childhood passion. Specialized in Day, Night , Fashion , Natural Beauty and Wedding makeup. Worked with the makeup team on The Maison Yeya fashion show, and currently worka as a Makeup Instructor, teaching basics of makeup techniques.
Contributors Pages: • 32 Bridal Makeup to Glam You Up • 40 Make Your Home a Manctuary • 56 Oh God I’m Tying The Knot! 6 | MAY 2017
CONTRIBUTORS Manish Kumar Astrologer “Manish Kumar Arora is a renowned KP Astrologer, Numerologist, Tarot Reader & Vastu Consultant. He has been rendering professional advice to clients with a reasonable degree of success. He has been conferred with the title of ‘Jyotish Varahamihir’ and ‘Jyotish Aryabhatt.’ For advice, please contact manish@manishastrologer.com
Zeina Kassas
Sports Nutrition Specialist Certified from the International Sports Sciences Association U.S. (ISSA), Coach, and Sports Nutritionist at Athletics for Life Egypt Sports nutrition is not only about losing weight, it helps you attain the better version of you! Whether you’re aiming to get stronger, fitter, or more muscular, a healthy lifestyle all starts with your dinner plate! Email: Zeina.kassas@gmail.com Instagram: bigzee_cf
Sara Khaled
A relationship mentor & Writer An innovative thinker & a writer. By combining all of her passions together Sarah became an author, a relationship coach & a relentless marketer for luxury hotels. Embarking on a fruitful mentoring journey with her mentee is her ultimate destination. Email: sarahkhaled.coaching@gmail.com
Contributors Pages: • 48 Bridal Hunger Games • 62 Make Your Marriage an Extended Honeymoon • 70 Horoscope 8 | MAY 2017
Editor’s Letter
FEAR NOT THE COMMITMENT
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aking a look around us we always hear a lot of people sharing their thoughts about the fear of commitment. And we start to wonder, what is it that makes commitments so scary and why do we question finding peace and comfort in it. Fact is commitment isn’t scary, you shouldn’t run away from it, you should never think that commitment takes your happiness away. A successful relationship is built on mutual trust, respect and strong communication. Have you invested in those three altogether, you can rest assured you’ve built a strong base for your relationship. When you have set that strong base already, it is about time you look into the little small details that makes all the difference and fills your life with love and happiness. Create memories together, try new things, and find the joy in the simplest things. Treat each other like it is still your first date together, keep that spark going. And amidst your busy days, take a couple of moments to show your partner how much you love them even with something as simple as a text message. Hold on together, have faith in each other and if ever a glimpse of doubts crawls in your relationship, remind yourself why you’ve chosen each other in the first place. Look for reasons to continue with each other, find the love in the small gestures. Dream together, plan together, and stand by each other. Let not the small obstacles that come your way pull you apart. Give space to one another, and learn to accept your partner the way they are rather than change them. Accept the whole package. Appreciate! Find home in one another and this is when commitment won’t scare you away.
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LADYBIRD LOVES 12 | MAY 2017
OSCAR DE LA RENTA BRIDAL
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LADYBIRD LOVES 14 | MAY 2017
Rosa Clara Bridal Collection
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FASHION NEWS Opio Launches Its Spring/Summer 2017 Collection Designed for women on-the- go, Opio aims to make women look fashionable and timeless and above all comfortable. Known for its effortless and easy to wear style that can be worn from day to night, the renowned Egyptian brand are instantly recognizable with their clean lines, subtle detailing and soft fabrics and textiles. Launching their latest Spring/Summer collection, Opio redefines womenwear in apparel where comfortable meets sexy. With ruffles, puff sleeves and asymmetric cuts, each piece is executed to be ultimately comfortable yet very chic and edgy. The collection included a wide range of dresses, jumpsuits, rompers, skirts and a lot more to make any woman stand out with ease.
ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY COMBINES DESIGN WITH PURPOSE FOR LAUNCH OF PARLEY ULTRABOOST X Today adidas by Stella McCartney launches the Parley UltraBOOST X, a shoe designed to enhance every run – and make a difference to the planet. Underlining the brand’s commitment to eco-innovation, the Parley UltraBOOST X was created as part of adidas partnership with Parley for the Oceans, which sees marine plastic waste transformed into performance yarn. Inspired by the boundless energy of the oceans’ open waters, the shoe design combines Stella McCartney’s sustainable approach to fashion with adidas innovative use of technology.
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Fashion
TREND OF THE MONTH FLARED TROUSERS
Remember back then when jeans and trousers where the wider the better? Flared trousers are now making a very strong comeback to the fashion scene. From tulip-shaped soft flares to sharp asymmetric flare lines, expect to see everything in between. You can pair flared trousers any way you want. Pair them with a simple blouse for a casual look or with a nice crop top for a cocktail night out.
SONIA RYKIEL CROPPED FLARED JEANS
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CURRENT ELLIOTT FLARED JEANS
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI SMART FLARED
Fashion
Style ZOOM IN BY: SALMA LOAY
DOLLY YANNY WEARING LONG SLEEVES UNIQUE FLORAL DRESS FROM TED BAKER
SARAH ABUL ELA WEARING MID-RISE YELLOW STRIPED TROUSERS FROM ZARA.
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BERNA IBRAHIM WEARING OFF-THESHOULDER STRIPED BLOUSE & GINGHAM FRILLED SKIRT FROM ZARA.
Fashion
All Set for Your
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Honeymoon trip
acking for your honeymoon may be one of the most hectic tasks. You get stuck between wanting to pack as much items as you can to have plenty of options for your outfits, but at the same time travelling light. When you pack for your honeymoon, select items that you can style in different ways and with light textures and fabric as to not take much space. As this season is all about off-shoulder cropped tops, this is one item you can carry a lot more of with different styles and colors and you will be able to save a lot of space. This spring comes in favor of bright colors and joyful prints that can uplift your whole outfit. BERSHKA
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Fashion
EGYPTIAN-MADE!
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n the middle of all this fashion hustle and bustle going on in our country, only few has managed to leave a mark with their creativity and passion. So we decided to shed the light on those who successfully stood out with their hard work and authentic talents; in an attempt to support our local community and encourage such inspiring figures, who help put Egypt on the fashion map.
MINT EMAIL: ORDERS@MINT-BOUTIQUE.COM INSTAGRAM: BUTTERFLYBYMINT
SARA ELEMARY INSTAGRAM: SARAELEMARYSTUDIO WEBSITE: WWW.SARAELEMARY.COM
AMIRA EL HELALY INSTAGRAM: AMIRAELHELALYDESIGNS 26 | MAY 2017
FASHION FACT SHEET T
he shapewear was invented by actress Julie Newmar the first Catwoman in the original Batman show. She was awarded a patent for “pantyhose with shaping band for cheeky derriere relief ” Hers included an “elastic waist-encircling band” designed to minimize the stomach.
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latforms aren’t really a new fashion trend. They existed way back in history around 450 BC and were called “Cothurnus”. These leather and cork-soled shoes were worn by Greek theater actors to give them height and presence on stage.
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uring World World II, there was a scarcity of nylon pantyhose, as nylon was exclusively used for parachutes. So, women painted their legs with a solution including instant gravy powder and drew a line down the back of their legs with eye make-up to recreate the look of stockings!
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ave you ever wondered what these small pockets in your jeans are for? They were actually designed for cowboys to keep their pocket watches. As wrist watches took over and replaced pocket watches, they have used these pockets for matches and coins.
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he first designer suit was launched by Coco Chanel in 1923. She had created the look by combining woolen boxy jackets with gold buttons, knee length skirts and large pearl necklaces.
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he modern era of perfume was first launched in 1921, when Coco Chanel launched the exotic floral blend, Chanel No. 5.
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1. Rosantica Baby Gold-Tone Quartz And Tinsel Earrings Egp 3,228. 2. Kevyn Aucoin Lip Color Egp 743 3. Bordelle Lace Bra Egp 3,096 4. Bordelle Lace Briefs Egp 3,222 5. Ren Skin Care Moroccan Rose Gold Dry Oil Egp 603. 6. By Terry Baume De Rose Body Cream Egp 2,299 7. Smith & Cult Nail Polish Egp 603 8. Gilda & Pearl Baby Doll Egp 5,598 9. konostas Butterfly Kimono Egp 7,992 10. Love London Lace Briefs Egp 1,962 11. Love London Cropped Lace Bra Egp 2,898 12. Tom Ford Blush Egp 1,532
Glamour
Bridal Makeup To Glam You Up BY: AMINA METWALLY When it comes to wedding skin care and beauty, the earlier you start the better, there’s no such thing as too soon to start. It is always best that you give enough space and time to give your skin due care. While pre-wedding arrangements get hectic, this
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can reflect on your skin making it look pale and exhausted. With dedicated steps you can bring back your skin’s glow and look fresh and bright for your big day. SKIN: Eat healthier, try to stick to a healthy life style and if you can
stay away from lots of sodium, sugar and processed food this will be great. Try to focus on vegetables, greens, fruits and lots of water all of this can impact your skin and can help you on having a glowing skin. Try to add some regular work out
even if it’s a daily walk, workout can help tighten & firm your body while flushing out any toxins. If you have never had a facial before, start scheduling a facial on monthly basis till your wedding month to make sure you have a smooth clear skin. You will need to get a scalp massage, neck and decolette; these areas that cannot be ignored in your daily routine. If you are tight on time and you have a month before your wedding please make sure you get your facial done minimum 2-3 weeks prior to your wedding in case your skin reacts. Also, make sure you wear your daily moisturizer depending on your skin type and this must include SPF. Since the skin around the eyes is sensitive with all these late nights trying to figure out the seating chart and finalizing the little details with your apartment and wedding, make sure you don’t neglect it, remove any makeup before going to be. Make sure you don’t scrub this area be gentle and apply your eye-cream. Get a good night sleep before your wedding day, make sure that your bag is packed couple days before your wedding so you can rest the night prior. LIPS: Make sure you don’t forget about your lips, exfoliate with either brown sugar with vitamin E, dry oil or use the body shop lip exfoliator using a soft tooth brush to get rid of any dead skin. Then apply lip balm that includes vitamin E. This will guarantee soft lips.
MAKEUP: Now that the Wedding Fashion week has ended, we have got to learn all about what’s trending this wedding season. It was clear among most of the designer from Carolina Herrera, Marchesa, Theia, Sachin & Babi and Mark Zunino for Kleinfeld they all have opted to natural makeup almost no makeup look, rather a glowing skin having subtle pink lips with pink eyeshadow and maybe slight light shimmer in the corner of the eyes.
While Alfred Angelou came in differently with a classic glamourous cat eye and red with a tone of orange lipstick that adds a modern twist to it.
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Glamour
Natural Remedies for Pre-wedding Glowing Skin
TOMATO: Tomato contains lycopene which helps reducing pigmentation in addition to removing dead cells, all this in very simple steps. Take a tomato and cut it to slices. Rub the tomato pulp all over your face and leave it for 15 minutes then wash it off with cold water. You will notice instant pinkish glow every time you follow this simple step. RICE & MILK: This pack will give you instant softness and can
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also work as a face scrub that you can use daily. You will need uncooked rice grains, milk and few drops of lemon juice. First soak the rice in milk for 2-3 hours. Grind it into a paste and add few drops of lemon juice to it then apply it on your face. Leave this pack for 15-20 minutes then rinse. CARROT & AVOCADO: The beta-carotene and lycopene content in carrots act as antioxidants that
improve the skin’s texture. Avocado’s pulp as well is very nourishing for the complexion. For this pack you will need an avocado, a mediumsized carrot, 1 tbsp. heavy cream, 1 egg and 1tsp honey. Boil the carrot and once it is cool mash it with the pulp of the avocado. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Spread the mixture over your face. Leave it on your face for 15 minutes then wash it off with cool water. For best results, repeat once a week.
COFFEE & STRAWBERRY SCRUB: This one will work miracles for your body. Strawberries will make your skin smooth while coffee will help to reduce stretch marks and get rid of cellulite. Mix one tbsp. of grounded coffee with a cup of mashed strawberries till they form into a thick paste. Massage this mixture onto your skin in circular motions then leave for 10-15 minutes before you rinse it off.
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IKEA TRAY TABLE
Pretty pastels like shades of pink, lilas, and pale hues of blue can create an overall restful and calm ambiance in your home.
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Interior
Make your Home A Manctuary
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By: Hanan Marwan ewly wed? Want to keep him home? Then make all his friends come to you by creating his own sanctuary, in a spare bedroom, garage, media room, attic, den, or basement. Every guy dreams of having a place where he can put up his feet, relax, and do whatever he wants and that is why a Man Cave is an ideal addition to any household. Pay close attention as different men have different preferences. Here are some essentials for an ultimate man cave.
GAMES That’s right foosball table, billiard table, dart board, card table, old school arcade game, tennis table etc. are the kind of games we are talking about. These games can be used as stand out centerpieces when incorporating them in the space. pick that one items that speaks more to your man.
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COZY SEATING ARRANGEMENT It is mostly preferable to use recliners for that comfortable and cozy outcome, after all this is a place where he needs to kick back and relax. Sofas are also a good option. If you have enough space get him one of these huge Fivepiece section sofa that can also turn into a bed. No seating is complete without the ottomans.
BIG FLAT SCREENS Mounted up on the wall is the best location for the TV to give space for the other equipment connected to it and so that it can be viewed properly. The Flat screen is the most important part of this room after all every soccer final, pro-evolution/ FIFA game and all parts of the Godfather will be viewed on it.
BEVERAGE AREA No man cave is complete without drinks and munchies. You don’t want him and his friends constantly moving all around the house. Essentially you want to create a mini bar that will include a fridge, small cabinets for food storage and small work station including a cold/hot water dispenser.
SOUND SYSTEM For the ultimate movie and gaming experience you want a surround sound system plugged to your TV. Using wireless technology will help you distribute speakers all around the space. Men love to feel they’re in the center of the action therefore transforming the space into a music hall or a movie theater is exactly what you’re looking for.
RACKS Some men like to read. You should be prepared to display the endless amount of book in an orderly and presentable fashion. Racks have muscular feel to them so to complete the essence of the space. They can also be used to display collectables or movies.
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Travel
Travel the World Agency: Travco Holidays Duration: 06 Days / 05 Nights Price: Starting from 26,600 EGP PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Round trip economy airfare on board regular flights, including taxes. • 05- nights accommodation including breakfast & taxes. • Airport transfers in Maldives. PACKAGE EXCLUDES: • Any item not mentioned in the package
MALDIVES
Agency: Travco Holidays Duration: 07 Days / 06 Nights Prices: Starting from 15,900 EGP PACKAGE INCLUDES • Round-trip economy airfare on board regular flights, including taxes. • 04- nights accommodation in Phuket including breakfast and taxes. • 02- nights accommodation in Bangkok including breakfast and taxes. • Airport transfers in Phuket and Bangkok.
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PACKAGE EXCLUDES • Any item not mentioned in the package. • VISA for LE 950 per person.
Agency: Kimidar Tours Duration: 07 Days / 06 Nights Prices: Starting From EGP 13,600 PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Prices are dynamic and subject to change unless the booking is confirmed or vouchered. Rates include only those items specified in your itinerary. • Package rates are valid for the selected travel dates only and for the room category and other services, specified. • In the unlikely event of reserved accommodation not available upon arrival at the destination, we would immediately arrange for an alternate accommodation of the same standards. • Rates are subject to change without prior notice, unless the booking is “Vouchered” • In case of any immigration/Visa complications, the cancellation policy shall be applicable in full. PACKAGE EXCLUDES: • International / Domestic Airfare. • Meals other than specified. • Anything which is not mentioned in inclusions.
MAURITIUS Agency: Kimidar Tours Duration: 06 Days / 05 Nights Price: Starting from: 16,300 EGP PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Return flight ticket (Cairo / Athens / Cairo) • 02 night accommodation in Athens • 03 night accommodation in Santorini • All transfers (Airport / Hotel / Port / Hotel / Athens Airport) • High speed boat ferry tickets Athens / Santorini / Athens • All taxes & service charges
ATHENS & SANTORINI
PACKAGE EXCLUDES: • Any increase in flight fares (more ethan EGP 2,500) will be added to the prices • Schengen entry visa; EGP 1,400 • Optional tours: • Athens by night tour: Per adult 65 Euro/ child 40 Euro • Volcano-Hot Springs-ThirassiaOiaSunset cruise: Per adult 55 Euro/ child 35 Euro (excluding transfers) May 2017 | 43
Travel
MOST ROMANTIC Honeymoon Destinations
Looking for the best honeymoon destinations for 2017? We’ve rounded up 5 romantic destinations across the globe, each boasting something new to offer newlyweds.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC There’s more to the Caribbean’s most-visited island than Punta Cana. Steal away to the town of Barahona in the southwest, where Casa Bonita debuts amazing new Ocean View Pool Suites in the most elegant romantic way possible. A certain destination that couples recall their best memoires of ravishes uncanny dream come true.
BALI With towering volcanoes and stone temples, Bali provides an unforgettable backdrop for any honeymoon. You can explore beautiful beaches or visit Sumatran elephants. Or, simply admire it all from the comfort of your beachfront suite. Bali conjures daydreams of the most fantastical landscape: towering volcanoes wrapped in a deep green canopy, sandy shores that fade into turquoise waters and curving coastlines crowned with staggered pagodas.
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JAMAICA Cuddle close with your boo while lounging on the deck of an overwater bungalow at Sandals Royal Caribbean. The first suites of their kind in the Caribbean, these Montego Bay hideaways are equipped with a floating hammock for two, a private infinity pool and a Jacuzzi with an outdoor shower. Interiors are just as luxe, with a cozy king bed and a soaking tub with sublime views.
RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO After an incredible extravagant renovation at the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort complex, which comprises five separate allinclusive, you can look forward to two new restaurants and the Maya Mall entertainment center featuring a bowling alley and a water park with a surf pool as well as a selection of brand-new swim-up suites. Meanwhile, the spa saw its own $6 million expansion. Don’t miss a couple’s flotation-therapy treatment in Mexico’s largest flotation tank, a real jam to the romance.
BORA BORA, TAHITI Not only did Tahiti perfect romantic travel, it practically invented it — at least where rooms are concerned. 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the birth of the iconic overwater bungalow. Exclusively, Conrad Bora Bora Nui will be the first new luxury resort on the island in nearly a decade. Book one of the two Presidential Suites. The resort will also offer a full-service spa, a swim-up pool bar, and even a private (islet) for picnics and candlelit dinners that makes you ooze. May 2017 | 45
Bulletins/Health
HOW TO GET YOUR PRE-WEDDING BEAUTY SLEEP As you approach your awaited day, it is normal that you feel exhaustion takes over after all the preparations you’re doing to make your wedding day all perfect. Brides-to-be run many errands between finding their dream gown, checking the wedding venue, new home arrangements, and the list is endless here. You may find very little time to sleep or the feeling of stress and confusion can lead to insomnia. Not getting enough sleep is longer a matter of affecting your morning routine, it will affect the way you look feel and react. To make it all clear, it is called beauty sleep for a reason; as it enhances your beauty as a bride-to-be and helps you feel relieved. Here’s how you can fight pre-wedding insomnia. EASY ON THE CAFFEINE: It is true this is the time when you need caffeine the most in order not to feel sleepy and lazy during your busy days, but the more caffeine the less sleep you will get. Reduce your caffeine intake and drink less coffee. This will help you get more sleep and feel energetic the following day. IT’S TIME YOU TRY HERBAL TEA: Drinking herbal tea like chamomile helps regulating your sleep and calming you down. Warm up with a nice cup of herbal tea before bedtime. It will help you relax into deep sleep. PUT THE SCREENS ASIDE: Let’s be honest we all tend to scroll through our phone checking different social media platforms just as we get into bed and dim down the lights. What happens is you keep going and suddenly notice an hour or two have passed while you are still awake. Scientists have also confirmed that the blue light coming from screens lead to delaying your ability to sleep. ENGAGE IN SOME RELAXING ACTIVITIES: Before going to bed, try to meditate or practice some breathing exercise. Getting a stress relief color book is another good idea that helps you wind off and relax after a long exhausting day.
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Wellness
BRIDAL HUNGER GAMES BY: ZEINA KASSAS
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ll girls want to look amazing on their wedding day. Well, is there any bride who doesn't? One thing you always have to keep in mind is that as much as looking good is important, being in good health is much more important. We've all heard of the fad diets that are dangerous to our health. So what does that mean? Do we have other alternatives? This means eating healthy, working out and getting plenty of sleep are the keys to get the shape you want before your big day, or if you want to fit into your grandmother’s wedding dress! The rules are simple and very easy to follow: • Add protein to every meal. • Drink much water. • Eat more vegetables and fruits. • Get enough sleep. • Pick exercises you enjoy. • Work out different parts of your body.
• Cut down on processed food. • Eat well, don’t cut so many calories. You want to look good, full of life and energy, so it’s very important not to follow diets that are extremely low in calories. These diets might help you lose few pounds but you will gain the weight back when you back to the normal eating habits because extreme diets will slow down your metabolism. So what happens is you go back to eating normally, but this time with a slower metabolism, which will cause you to gain fats. Fear not, the metabolic slow-down as it is not permanent, but by the time those calorie-torching engines return to normal, you may be 10 or 15 pounds heavier than before, Worse yet, you may be tempted to try another crash diet, lose the weight, regain it (and more again). That’s one reason dieting can make people gain even more weight.
If you struggle with yo-yo weight loss, it’s a good tip off that what you’ve done in the past hasn’t worked, so you need a different approach. I try to get patients away from solely thinking about the scale and instead focusing on health factors, like how much can you look and feel great? Are you sleeping better?” And, it’s also about identifying and addressing underlying issues with food, like emotional eating. Without that, the likelihood of long-term success is almost zero! The long-term benefits of natural weight loss are more rewarding than any temporary slenderness that comes with a ton of negative side effects and potentially permanent damage. No matter how desperate brides are to lose weight, let’s hope they do their homework and never have to resort to these crazy fad diets before the big day.
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Bulletins/Fitness
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BIG DAY If your big day is just around the corner, you may be planning on brining your fitness game on to look perfect in that dress. With the endless arrangements and errands to run, it is totally normal to find yourself on a very tight schedule with limited time for a workout. Good news is half an hour a day at home can be enough for you. We understand how busy as a bride you can be and for that we want to make your workout mission a whole lot easier. So grab your dumbbells and let’s warm up!
• CLEAVAGE AND SHOULDER SCULPTURE: If you are wearing a strapless dress all the focus will be on the upper body. Plans are the mother of all exercises when you want to build a stronger core and tone your upper body. Triceps press-ups and push-ups are other important exercises that help sculpt cleavage, upper back, and toning your arms.
• SMALLER WAIST: A ball gown dress flatters an hourglass figure and if this is the choice of dress you opt for, you will need workouts to slim
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the waist. Side planks are of great favor in slimming down your waist and emphasizing an hourglass figure. Twists as well can majorly shrink your waist and create the ever so desired flawless middle body.
• SLIMMER THIGHS AND HIPS: Wearing a mermaid dress needs shapely and well-toned hips. To get in perfect shape for dresses that flaunt the hips, you will need to focus on squats and lunges. With pair of dumbbells, do sets of shifting side lunges and deep squats. These exercises work like magic in firming your lower body in addition to shaping your hips and glutes.
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REASONS WHY YOUR METABOLISM IS
SLOWING DOWN To start with, metabolism is how a body turns calories into energy. So whenever you say you have a slow metabolism it means that your body is hanging onto calories. If you take a look back then when you were younger or during teenage, you’ll be surprised by how used to grab a big bowel filled with chips and maybe a dessert afterwards and you still look lean. It is true our metabolism changes and slows down by age. This is why you get frustrated to notice that maybe you have been eating less but still not looking lean like you used to. There are many other factors that trigger a slow metabolism, so what are they?
1. Lack of sleep can negatively affect your metabolism. When you don't get enough sleep your body faces difficulty metabolizing carbohydrates which means high blood sugar level which means the insulin levels in your body will store unused energy as fats. 2. Dramatically lowering your calories intake can be a main trigger for slower metabolism. When you don't get enough calories, your body senses that the food intake isn't enough and automatically lowers the rate at which it burns calories. 3. Stress has a dramatic impact on your metabolism. Stress causes your cortisol hormone level to rise which results in overeating. When you overeat and gain weight your metabolism slows down. 4. Not exercising enough and lack of resistance training cause your metabolic rate to decline. Opt for high intensity exercises which help in building and increasing muscle mass, increasing your energy levels and burn calories faster. 5. Sugar-sweetened drinks are absolutely the worst for your metabolism and health. A high consumption of soda and other sugary drinks lead to obesity and weight management problems. Moreover, these types of drinks promote fat storage in the belly and the liver. 6. Cutting carbs completely is one mistake you totally have to avoid. During exercise your body needs glycogen and carbohydrates stored in your body so if there isn't enough, your body will burn fewer calories during workout.
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Nutrition
Why Eat This? Grapes:
• Grapes are packed with antioxidants. Studies have revealed that the high content of phytonutrients found in grapes play a great role in maintaining heart health and preventing certain kinds of cancers • They promote healthier skin. Grapes contain resveratrol which prevents signs ageing by eliminating the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in addition to maintaining skin’s elasticity. Grapes also combat uneven skin tone. • If you suffer from hair loss and see a bunch of tangled hair in your comb, grapes are very beneficial in fighting
hair loss, promoting hair growth as well as adding shine to limp, dead hair locks. • Grapes, especially red, have antibacterial and antiviral properties that can protect you from a lot of infections. Studies have also shown that grapes juice can treat bacterial infections in the gut and other systems. • Grapes also help reduce the risk of kidney diseases including stones and other issues associated with the organ as they help reduce the acidity of uric acid resulting in less pressure on the kidneys.
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Oysters:
Do you suffer from Asthma? • Oysters are great for boosting immunity and are very rich in vitamin E and C. They also contain various minerals that help our immune system. The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties found in oysters protect against free radicals which are released during cellular metabolism. • They majorly improve heart health in many ways as they reduce the plaque accumulating on arteries by preventing it from binding to artery walls and blood vessels in addition to its role in lowering blood pressure. 54 | MAY 2017
• Oysters contain a good amount of B12 which makes them great energy boosters. The iron content found in oysters help the body transport oxygen to individual cells giving energy boost. • The zinc found in oysters is very helpful for skin repair by boosting collagen which is crucial for the structural support of the skin and reduces sagging. • The high amounts of calcium, zinc and iron found in oysters make them a great contributor to the strength of bones.
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Fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C are great for fighting asthma. Opt for oranges, strawberries, blueberries and melons as they neutralize free radicals. Ginger, being loaded with anti-inflammatory nutrients, is considered as a powerful anti-asthma herb that works like magic. It is very important for people who suffer from asthma to increase their water intake as dehydration is one of the main reasons behind asthma symptoms.
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Wellness
Oh God I’m Tying The Knot! BY: YASMINE SHAHINE 56 | MAY 2017
The pre-wedding period can be a really stressful time especially for the bride. Expectations to have the perfect wedding, tons of decisions to make all the time, financial burdens… Managing stress and anxiety effectively is crucial to make this phase a positive one for you and your partner. You want your wedding planning process to bring you closer and build stronger bonds. Many women do not realize how great an impact this stress can have on their happiness and relationship. Let’s share some tips on how to control the pre-wedding stress monster: • Don’t make your big announcement on FACEBOOK or any other form of social media unless you have a huge list of people you want to invite to your wedding. I don’t mean you can’t show off a great engagement pic of yourselves or talk about plans for your “intimate” destination, but keep in mind that the more you tell and share, the more people you will have involved who will want to share their opinions unasked.
• Always keep in mind, who is getting married? It’s only the two of you! Talk with your partner and make sure that planning your wedding should reflect your true desires and dreams. This is your day, it’s for both of you to enjoy it so don’t fall into the trap that this day is for all other people and forget about yourselves! Remember pleasing everyone is impossible and is very stressful. So make it all about the two of you.
• Exercise regularly; it is really helpful and good for the body and mind. Burning energy helps you feel calmer, stronger, and more able to deal with emotional stresses.
• Accept that there are limits to your control over the wedding. Any event involving so many other people will have a few imperfections. What doesn’t go exactly according to plan will become a cherished wedding story in years to come so relax and learn to let go.
• Always remember that men think differently than woman! So if he doesn’t react to your stresses as you are expecting, it’s not because he doesn’t care, it’s simply because he values matters from a different perspective. So calm down, he wants a perfect wedding just like you do but he thinks like a man and you are thinking like a woman.
• Don’t be shy to ask your partner, friends or relatives to help you with some errands; it’s really ok to learn to delegate. • Get enough good sleep daily. Your pillow is not the place to be thinking about the seating plans and the buffet. Well before heading to bed, divide your worries into those that you can do something about and those that you can’t. Before popping on those PJs, take a bath, listen to relaxing music or read something non-wedding related.
• Remember to take a break! Remember the last night you had an evening free of wedding conversation? If not, you need to take a break girl! You must have a life outside the wedding preparations too.
Your wedding day is important, but not as important as your future together. Remember the reasons why you decided to get married in the first place and that small details, which seem pressing now, will all be a distant memory when you’re finally relaxing on your honeymoon.
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Cooking
5 Bite-Size
Desserts to Host a House Party MINI CHOCOLATE PIES INGREDIENTS: • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder • 1 ½ tsp. baking soda • Coarse salt • 1/4 cup butter • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar • 1 large egg • 1 cup whole milk • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • Whipped chocolate filling DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Sift flour, cocoa, baking soda, and 1/2 tsp. salt into a medium bowl. 2. Mix butter sugar with a mixer on high speed for about 3 minutes till they smoothen. Then add egg and mix for about two minutes until you get a fluffy pale mixture. 3. Reduce speed to low then mix in flour in 2 additions, alternating with milk and vanilla, beginning and ending with flour. 4. Place mounds of dough (about 2 teaspoons each) onto parchmentlined baking sheets. Remember to keep space of 2 inches between the sheets. Bake until cookies spring back when lightly touched with a finger for 12 to 14 minutes. Let cool on sheets set on wire racks for 10 minutes. Transfer cookies to racks, and let cool completely.
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5. Put the whipped chocolate filling to a disposable pastry bag, and snip a 1/2-inch opening. Pipe a sufficient amount of filling on flat sides of half the cookies. Put the cookies together like a sandwich pressing gently.
MINI ÉCLAIRS INGREDIENTS: • 1/4 cup whole milk • 1/4 cup water • 1 stick unsalted butter • 1/2 tsp. coarse salt • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour • 2 large eggs • Vanilla Cream for filling DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
Bring milk, water, butter, and salt to boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Remove from heat, and stir in flour. Return to heat, and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until mixture pulls away from sides of pan, about 4 minutes. 2. In a mixer bowl, mix on medium speed for about 1 minute to cool slightly. With the machine running, add eggs, 1 at a time and mix well after each addition.
3. Transfer dough to a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2-inch round tip. Pipe twenty 2 1/2-inch-long éclairs onto each sheet. Bake until éclairs rise and are golden brown. This will take about 20 to 25 minutes then put away to cool. 4. 4Spread éclairs into half and pipe the vanilla cream on the bottom. You can choose to top your éclair with strawberry or chocolate.
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CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES WITH CARAMEL AND COCONUT FLAKES INGREDIENTS: FROSTING: • 1 ½ cup milk chocolate • 2 oz. bittersweet or semisweet chocolate • ¼ c. sugar • ¼ c. water • 1 c. heavy cream CUPCAKES: • 1 c. all-purpose flour • 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour • ½ c. unsweetened cocoa powder • 1 tsp. baking powder • ½ tsp. baking soda • ¼ tsp. salt • ¾ c. buttermilk • ¼ c. water • 1½ stick unsalted butter • ¾ c. granulated sugar • ¼ c. light brown sugar • 1 large egg • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract • 1 bag unsweetened large-flake coconut DIRECTIONS FROSTING: 1. For frosting, combine both chocolates in a large bowl. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water and cook over moderate heat until dissolved. Boil without stirring for about 8 minutes and brush down sides of pan with a wet pastry brush occasionally. When deep amber caramel forms, reduce heat to low and carefully add cream. As it starts to bubble, whisk until smooth, and then pour caramel over choc¬olate. Let stand for 1 minute, then whisk until frosting is smooth. Refrigerate for about 2 hours till the frosting is totally cool but spreadable. 2. For the cupcakes, preheat oven to
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350 degrees F. Line muffin cups with paper liners. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a measuring cup, combine buttermilk and water. In a large bowl, mix butter with sugar for 3 minutes until you get light and fluffy mixture. Mix egg and vanilla
then on low speed, beat in flour mixture in 3 additions, alternating with buttermilk. 3. Spoon the batter into cups making sure the filling is not more than three quarters of the cups. Bake for 20 minutes. After cooling add the frosting and coconut flakes and serve.
CHOCOLATE-DIPPED STRAWBERRIES INGREDIENTS: • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped • 1 pound large strawberries (about 20), washed and dried well • 1/3 cup finely chopped pistachios and coconut (optional) DIRECTIONS: 1. Place chocolate in a bowl set over (not in) a saucepan of simmering water. Stir occasionally for 3 to 5 minutes, until melted. 2. Dip each strawberry in chocolate and twirl to coat. Sprinkle pistachios and coconut if using and place on waxed paper to cool.
CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY fitted with the paddle attachment; THUMBPRINTS: mix on medium speed until pale INGREDIENTS: and fluffy. Mix in yolk, vanilla, and • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour chocolate. Reduce speed to low. Mix • 1/4 cup unsweetened Dutchin flour mixture until just combined. process cocoa Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour. • 1/4 teaspoon salt 3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Put • 2 ounces semisweet chocolate, 6 teaspoons granulated sugar into chopped a small bowl. Form dough into • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 3/4-inch balls; roll in sugar to coat. softened Space 1 inch apart on baking sheets • 1/4 cup plus 6 1/2 teaspoons lined with parchment. Press center granulated sugar of each ball with your thumb. Bake • 1 large egg yolk 10 minutes. Press centers again with • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract end of a wooden spoon, making • 4 ounces cream cheese, at room 3/4-inch indentations. Bake until temperature slightly cracked and set, about 5 • 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar minutes more. Cool completely on • 4 ounces strawberries (about 6 racks. medium), stemmed and finely diced 4. Stir cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar in a small DIRECTIONS: bowl. Toss berries with remaining 1. Sift flour, cocoa, and salt into a 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar in bowl; set aside. Melt chocolate in another bowl. Spoon cream cheese a heatproof bowl set over a pan mixture into center of cookies; of simmering water, stirring until top with sugared berries, dividing smooth; set aside to cool. evenly. 2. Put butter and 1/4 cup granulated sugar into the bowl of a mixer
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Relationships
HOW TO MAKE YOUR MARRIAGE BY: SARAH KHALED Have you ever wondered what makes the honeymoon phase so magical? Why are conversations flowing all the time? Why the romance is so alive and flirting feels infatuating? The honeymoon is one of the super special milestones of our lives and it usually refers to the first three months of newlyweds, where the romance, intimacy, passion and communication are at an all-time high. Everything is new; any encounter is a new adventure, as you’re both getting to know the other person in every way. It’s the memorable stage of your relationship, and after it, a lot of couples tend to settle down into the routine of being together. At first you're thrilled to discover each other's desires and passions. Fast-forward a few years and things change, so how can we uphold that excitement level after the honeymoon? First of all, keep in mind that responsibility is the biggest killer of arousal, so if you can physically and mentally remove yourself from those reminders, you can have a care-free honeymoon feeling even for decades into your marriage. Prioritize your quality time. Put both of you first, share your mutual interests and dedicate time together to connect, kiss and hug. Even just holding hands releases the love hormone oxytocin, which can strengthen empathy and communication between both of you. You don’t have to talk, just allow your beloved’s energy to flow and you will feel different.
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Be sweet to each other and show appreciation for your partner at least once a day. Reconnect with gratitude instead of taking your relationship for granted. How about complimenting one another regularly? It does wonders! If you want to take romance up a
few notches, start leaving special notes in unexpected places but don’t overdo it. Yes, your spouse cares about your appearance. It makes your married life aesthetically beautiful and lovely as it’s the number one way to attract your partner. It transforms your
AN EXTENDED HONEYMOON ?
relationship from the ordinary to the extraordinary. It’s all about the unique way you dress and you look after yourself even when you’re at home. It always feels great when your spouse appreciates your stunning appearance. A visual treat is always appealing and interesting, isn’t it?
Date as if you’ve just found the love of your life. Remember when you first started going out? Remember how getting ready for a date got your heart racing? Don’t get stuck into the husband and wife routine. Dating is what brought you to the marriage, and so dating in marriage is important to keep love alive and the commitment strong. Plan
regular date nights and build some anticipation towards your encounters through flirty communication. Getting in the mood beforehand will take you right back to the honeymoon feeling; to discover your spouse all over again. Spend some time apart. As strange as this might sound, but not spending every waking second glued to each other's side is the best thing you can do to create a longing for each other. Go out of your way to see a friend once a week or plan a short trip with a group of friends every once in a while to avoid losing that passion of missing each other. Make your home a sexy space. It's important to have a space just for the two of you. This could be your bedroom or the living room. Infuse the room (or even a corner, if that's all you can spare!) with candles, a soft place to sit, and a spot to rest a glass of wine or a cocktail, the essential ingredients for sexy time. Each time you spot that space, or settle into it, you'll both know it's time to see sparks fly. It’s vacation time! Booking a weekend getaway will shake up your romance in a very good way. With each passing hour away from home, you’ll feel a revived interest in one another. Something as simple as a new hotel room or a new city and surroundings will give you both the opportunity to look at each other with new eyes. How else can we all try to extend the honeymoon period? Are you still in yours or out of it?
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ENTERTAINMENT
NEWS
A GREAT INTERACTION WITH THE CAMPAIGN OF MOHAMMED ASSAF TO SUPPORT THE PALESTINIAN PRISONERS Aarab Palestinian singer and Arab Idol winner Mohammed Assaf is to take the so called #saltwaterchallenge inspport to the only prisoners’ consumption for food, which he accepted within hours after being nominated.”I challenge everyone, and every honourable person, wherever they may be, to take on this challenge in solidarity with our heroic detainees until they gain their freedom,” Assaf says in his video.
GWEN STEFANI REPORTEDLY RUPTURED HER EARDRUM, CANCELS LAS VEGAS PERFORMANCE Gwen Stefani has reportedly ruptured her eardrum.The incident occurred while the “Misery” singer was on a flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas on Tuesday, according to The Las Vegas Review-Journal.Stefani, 47, was admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. She was scheduled to perform at the 21st Keep Memory Alive Power of Love gala at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, but was forced to cancel her show due to doctor’s orders, the outlet reports.
JANET JACKSON IS ‘BACK IN CONTROL’ AFTER SPLIT FROM HUSBAND WISSAM AL MANA A source close to the family tells ET that the singer is “back in control” after splitting from her husband, Wissam Al Mana, just a few short months after the welcoming their first child together. “They are amicable,” the family friend says of the duo’s co-parenting dynamic for son Eissa. “Janet hates mess just like Michael [Jackson] did and would have preferred to keep the split as quiet as possible.” 64 | MAY 2017
KIM KARDASHIAN MAY SWEAR OFF JEWELRY AFTER PARIS ROBBERY: “I DON’T CARE ABOUT THAT STUFF ANYMORE” As terrifying as it may have been, Kim Kardashian West says being robbed at gunpoint in Paris may have changed her for the better. During her lengthy sit-down on Thursday’s Ellen DeGeneres Show, the 36-year-old reality star gave a teary-eyed account about her terrifying attack and speculated that it may have been fate. “I was definitely materialistic before,” she continued, adding, “I just don’t care about that stuff anymore.” “I’m so happy that my kids get this me,” Kim shared. SOUTH KOREA TO GET ITS FIRST TASTE OF ARAB CINEMA THIS JUNE The Arab Film Festival will be held in South Korea between 1 and 7 June. The festival will take place in Seoul, the capital city, as well as Busan, the second largest city in the country. The week will feature a variety of Arabic films including works within the genres of black comedy and science fiction. According to South Korean news agency Yonhap, a total of 12 films, from 10 Arab countries, including Eshtebak (Clash) by Egyptian director Mohamed Diab as well as Al Mokhtaroon (The Worthy) by Emirati director Ali Mostafa, will be screened at the festival.
BEYONCE, KELLY ROWLAND, NICOLE RICHIE & MORE CELEBRATE JESSICA ALBA’S PRINCE & MICHAEL JACKSON-THEMED BIRTHDAY The actress turned 36 on Friday, celebrating with her closest friends and family at The h.wood Group’s Delilah and Peppermint Club in West Hollywood, California. According to the pictures and videos posted on Alba’s Snapchat story, the theme of the night was Prince vs. Michael Jackson, and it appears almost all of her guests had fun dressing in their best ‘90s gear.
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Society
GET INSPIRED DINA WASSEF AND A JOURNEY OF BIKES AND ART parents’ opinion and the support they gave me was truly overwhelming. This has given me a push to work harder and make my dream come true and follow my passion.
3.HAVE YOU FACED ANY CHALLENGES ALONG THE WAY? There haven’t been much of obstacles along my way. If there’s anything to think of, it would be the financial situation. It is totally different when you work in the corporate field as there is always basic income, unlike art and painting it is not as stable. Yet that have never been a trigger as I mentioned that my parents have been giving me support to start and make that change happen. Receiving that kind of a support motivates you to work harder to expand to set stepping stones in your new path.
4.WHAT’S THE MAIN INSPIRATION BEHIND YOUR WORK? 1.COULD YOU SPEAK TO US ABOUT YOUR JOURNEY WITH ART? Basically, I’ve studied fine arts and I have always had this ever growing passion about it. Upon my Graduation I started a career at Harley Davidson where I’ve been taking progressive steps in my career as I became Sales Manager. My love for art has always been going along the way; actually it has been growing stronger every day. After 7 years of corporate life I’ve decided to resign and take my passion for art to a whole new level. I have travelled to New York to study more art-related courses and as I came back to Egypt I started my own exhibition.
2.MAKING THIS MAJOR SHIFT CAN BE CONSIDERED RISKY AS MUCH AS COURAGEOUS. HOW DID YOU DEAL WITH IT? It was actually a major risk and a huge change; especially that I’ve loved my job and I was moving forward, but every time I thought about it, I always chose arts. When I took this decision, I’ve sought my 68 | MAY 2017
There are no limits to my imagination, and whenever I envision something I create it into a painting. I love arts with all its’ forms, but if there’s anything I love the most it will always be portraits especially African. Portraits are so detailed, so expressive in the way you emphasize skin, facial expression, and pay attention to the smallest detail to create something that feels real. In Egyptians homes, you’ll find people more attracted to paintings of landscape and nature, which I work on as well but I am still keen on making the concept of portraits more common.
5.SO BETWEEN LOVE OF BIKES AND LOVE OF ARTS, THERE ARE A WHOLE LOT OF DIFFERENCES WHICH IS CLOSER TO YOUR HEART? I’ve been riding bikes since 2009 and got my own in 2010. It is true that bikes and art are totally different parts but they both complete my personality. I love the feeling of freedom and wildness when I’m on my bike roaming the streets, and I love that other part of me who dives into her own world of art and painting. There’s no part that I love more than the other, they are both equal sides of my own femininity.
HOROSCOPE BY: MANISH KUMAR ARORA
Taurus
Life: Your imagination is in full swing. Enjoy creative activities and avoid scheduling tasks that require a lot of focus or concentration. There is less urgency and more patience available for you. Love: While there may be some reserve in your relationships and connections, there can be a nice feeling of constancy. Sharing dreams and plans with a significant other can be rewarding Career: You’re in a practical frame of mind and you are interested in making investments in worthwhile projects. There can be good business sense, particularly for tapping into current or future trends. Fashion Tip: Loose fitting pants and flowy skirts are going to be your fashion favourites for spring and summer.
Pisces (21 April – 21 May) ARIES Your vision is practical and you are especially concerned with what is likely to work in the longterm. You will have the energy to make significant progress in whatever you throw yourself into.
GEMINI It’s a time for meeting responsibilities. You can be particularly interested in taking care of details. Any kind of work that requires analysis is likely to go especially well.
CANCER You meet your obligations gracefully and good feedback from others motivates you further. You appreciate familiar people and places, and see the value of traditions more than usual.
LEO It can be a good time for getting the courage to do something brave. You can be hasty and rash, but if you use common sense as 70 | MAY 2017
well, instinctive reactions will be quick.
VIRGO You have a strong desire to be of service, and high religious or spiritual ideals. You may react emotionally to situations, possibly at the expense of logic or practicality.
LIBRA This may be a self-centred, self-indulgent time. This is a time for expanding your mind and experience, exploring new pathways and broadening your horizons. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.
SCORPIO This is a feel-good time for embracing new opportunities. There is an increasing clarity and it’s a fine time to take care of business and connect with others in practical ways.
SAGITTARIUS You are radiating appealing energy, even if you are keeping your emotional distance. Attention to strengthening projects and relationships in the present can do much for them down the road.
CAPRICORN You feel more accomplished through cooperation and sharing. It’s a time when you tend to follow your heart’s desire. You approach the world more creatively and romantically.
AQUARIUS You are drawn to like-minded people, and you better understand the benefits of relaxing and taking some time off from responsibilities. You would enjoy consistency in relations.
PISCES You are clearer about your goals and work matters. Others are recognizing your talents and abilities.
THE BEST THE TOP WEDDING VENUES
A HAPPY EVER AFTER BY THE NILE RITZ-CARLTON Weddings are fairy tales brought to life, a day that requires nothing but perfection - from the reception to the ballroom decorations, including welcome drinks and the lighting. To ensure perfection on this special day, what better partner to have than The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo. Known for their bespoke wedding experiences, wedding planners with extensive knowledge, to the famous Alf Leila wa Leila ballroom, and unique wedding packages tailored send off the bride and her groom in comfort and style. At the Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo, their wedding planning experts will assist in designing every aspect of the celebration, from the ballroom decorations down to menu choices. In addition, to providing the newlyweds with the best wedding experts for planning and execution, The Nile Ritz-Carlton have also put together a summer wedding package tailored to enhance the bride and groom’s memorable wedding experience. This alluring summer package includes a lavish buffet with select beverages, accommodation for the bride and groom in a luxurious suite, day-use for the groom on the wedding day, and a romantic in-room dinner for the bride and
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groom on their wedding night. The package also includes an extravagant three layered wedding cake, decoration package as well as entertainment that covers DJ, videography, photography and Zaffa. The summer wedding package at Alf Leila wa Leila ballroom is valid through the months of July and August 2017 with the package price starting at 80,000 Egyptian pounds inclusive of all service charge and applicable taxes for a minimum of 100 guests. The Nile Ritz-Carlton also offers an exclusive bridal spa package to pamper the bride, which will begin with an indulgent Moroccan bath, followed by a full hour relaxing massage, before a 45-minute cleansing facial to leave the skin radiant and healthy for all the wedding photography sessions. The special pre-wedding pamper package is also extended to around three to seven of the bride’s bridesmaids, family members or close friends. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo has also put together a special bridal party that includes a welcome glass of bubbles on arrival, access to a luxurious private cabana; full day access to swimming pool, 40-minute relaxing massage and finally the bride is pampered with our compliments.
THE MUST KNOW! WEDDING VENUES
SOMABAY:
THE PERFECT PLACE TO START YOUR HAPPILY EVER AFTER
There’s something utterly captivating about Somabay’s idyllic peninsula; the perfect clash of blue and green, the gentle breeze, as well as the clear skies in long, sunny summers that seem to last most of the year. If you’re looking for an unrivalled honeymoon destination combining scrupulous attention to detail with utmost luxury and relaxation, Somabay’s 10 million SQM unlock a world of endless opportunities to transform your dream honeymoon into a memorable romantic reality. For only 4,900 L.E., newlyweds will be greeted with a signature honeymoon cake perfected by a romantically decorated room to complement their stay. And because your honeymoon should be a time when you can focus on your-selves and one another, the Luxury Award winner ‘The Cascades Spa & Thalasso Somabay’ invites you to enjoy a 30% dis-count on relaxing and romancing in the most exquisite spa experience in the Middle East. Boasting 65 treatment rooms that open onto scenic sea views, our skilled international therapists will pamper you together like royalty by guiding you through a rejuvenating couple massage that guarantees to bring about nothing but balance to your soul, body, and mind as you embark on new beginnings.
Choose to stay at any of our 5 design-led hotels and enjoy topnotch amenities, world-class dining experiences, as well as round-theclock entertainment that will indulge your personal idea of romance. Whether you wish to chill out on the peninsula’s azure coastline, or simply want to explore the untapped wonders of the Red Sea after tee-offing at The Cascades 18 hole Championship Golf course, Somabay’ is the place to start your
happily ever after. • Honeymoon Packages are subject to availability and are valid from 1st of May till 30th of September excluding public holi-days and peak periods. • Early Check-in and late check out, as well as an upgrade to a sea view room when booking for three nights or more. • The package is valid for Egyptians and Foreign Residents and cannot be combined with any other offers. May 2017 | 73
WEDDING VENUES
CELEBRATE YOUR “HAPPILY EVER AFTER” IN SPECTACULAR STYLE AT FAIRMONT HELIOPOLIS & TOWERS The Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers is where “happily-ever-after” begins in grand style. Our beautiful Cairo ballrooms, all designed to accommodate small and intimate Cairo wedding parties or larger weddings up to 2,500 guests, with an attention to detail and service few can rival. Choose a Fairmont wedding and receive exclusive access to our Platinum Honeymoon Program.
ENCHANTING WEDDING AND ENGAGEMENT PARTIES AT RENAISSANCE MIRAGE CITY HOTEL CAIRO Renaissance Mirage City Hotel Cairo is skilled at creating warm, intimate weddings and beautiful engagement parties that will exceed your expectations in every possible way offering a number of exceptional wedding and engagement packages – encompassing superior food and beverage options, decorations, lighting, and comfortable accommodation for the bridal party – to help you achieve the wedding or engagement party of your dreams.
BEGIN YOUR HAPPILY EVER AFTER STORY IN A LITTLE PIECE OF PARADISE CHIC AND INTIMATE WEDDINGS AT THE JW MARRIOTT CAIRO At JW Marriott Cairo you will have a day of celebration you will never forget. It will be memorable, glamorous, fun and within your budget. Referring to their wedding planners as ‘Dream Team’; they will turn your dream into a mesmerizing reality, taking care of every detail. The worldclass chefs and award-wining catering expertise add another dimension to your celebrations. The Tutankhamun ballroom is one of the largest in Egypt and is perfect for galas. Cheops and Chephren ballrooms are ideal for more intimate occasions. ‘The Terrace’ is a unique outdoor venue. 74 | MAY 2017
Tie the knot and savour a remarkable and timeless experience where your dreams will become reality. . With a selection of indoor and outdoor venues that include up to 500 guests, there is nothing like a Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay wedding. Celebrate your love and live the most memorable days with our Romantic Delights Package, which is specially designed to deliver the perfect, divine honeymoon experience and offers an array of sensational and lavish experiences. For more information or to book the Wedding and Romantic Delights Package, visit kempinski.com/ somabay.
CELEBRATE YOUR SPECIAL DAY AT LE MÉRIDIEN CAIRO AIRPORT The best part of a wedding is the two of you. Everything else merely compliments. That’s why we do everything in our power to create the right ambiance which caters to your tastes. Our services and wedding package offers include 2 complimentary nights for the Bride & Groom in a Junior Suite (including In-Room Dining breakfast), dinner at EVOO restaurant, a Day Use for the Groom on the wedding day, prime locations for the wedding photoshoot, complimentary 4-layer wedding cake, complimentary massage sessions for the couple, SPECIAL Honeymoon Packages from Marriott Resorts in Egypt, and much more.
RING THE BELLS WEDDING CEREMONIES FIT FOR ROYALTY What better way to start a blessed life with your partner than at a fairy-tale palace?! At the Cairo Marriott your wedding can become a marvelous affair that you and your guests will hold dear to your memories.The Cairo Marriott boasts not one or two but six marvelous royal venues to choose from. Opt for a fresh outdoor venue like Almaz with a magnificent view of the Nile. An expert team of chefs are ready to prepare buffets and A La Carte meals that satisfy even the most discerning palates. Honeymoons are equally as important as the wedding ceremony and since we understand that, our honeymoon treats go over the borders for free getaways in all Marriott Hotels worldwide.
NEW BEGINNINGS START AT HILTON CAIRO ZAMALEK RESIDENCES Whether you are looking for an elegant open air ceremony, or a remarkable indoor classic wedding venue,this is the place to be Menus start from EGP299 (including service charge and taxes). Our Chef will be delighted to tailor make your own menu or just select one of ours. For reservation please call us on: 01001604031
LOVE IS INVITED AT SHERATON SHARM EL SHEIKH
A FAIRYTALE WEDDING COMES TRUE AT SONESTA
Spend unforgettable dream holiday with your beloved at an oasis of peace and tranquility only at L.E. 840 for couple per room per night based on half board basis, inclusive of service charge & taxes. Enjoy our Romance package that includes upgrade to Corner suite, VIP amenities, and candle light set menu dinner at once per stay, complementary wedding cake, early check-in and late check-out.
Whether you are dreaming of a royal or intimate wedding celebration, we ease the worry of wedding planning. . If you are looking for the ideal location for an impressive wedding celebration with a wide array of packages. For reservations or further information please call + (202) 2264.1111 ext. 302 – 303 Or via e-mail conventions@ sonestacairo.com May 2017 | 75
BEAUTY
ZO SKIN CENTRE LAUNCHES LONG AWAITED NEW PRODUCT LINE IN EGYPT World renowned skincare brand ZO by Dr. Zein Obagi MD has finally launched its newest line of revitalising face creams, treatments, skin health solutions and technologies in Egypt. Adding another skin Centre hub to their existing one in New Cairo, ZO’s second clinic that has been launched in the heart of Zamalek. In celebration of the new launch, ZO hosted a grand event at the Cairo Marriott Zamalek Hotel. The session introduced Dr. Zein Obagi’s new generation of products called ZO Skin Health. The new product line represents the renowned doctor’s core philosophy of research, innovation and advancement. ZO Skin Health serves as a replacement for Dr. Obagi’s previous line, Obagi, which is still in production but is no longer affiliated with him. The only two branches that are representing and operating under the name of ZO in Egypt are the New Cairo and Zamalek branches explicitly.
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MASERATI EGYPT OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF PSA WOMEN’S WORLD SQUASH CHAMPIONSHIP & EL GOUNA INTERNATIONAL SQUASH OPEN 2017 MTI, the official Maserati importer in Egypt, has been the official sponsor of PSA Women’s World Squash Championship and El Gouna International Squash Open, both of which took place in El Gouna, Red Sea during April. The Women’s World Squash Championship 2017 featured 56 of the world’s top female squash players from 20 different countries, witnessing the victory of World Champion Nour El Sherbiny her first title on the Egyptian land.
TOYOTA CELEBRATES DOUBLE WIN AT 2017 MIDDLE EAST CAR OF THE YEAR AWARDS Toyota has once again achieved success in the 2017 Middle East Car of the Year (MECOTY) awards, the biggest and most prestigious awards program for the regional automotive sector. The Toyota Prius bagged the ‘Future of Motoring’ special category award, while the Toyota Fortuner was named the ‘Best Midsize SUV’. The winners were chosen by a jury of 15 independent motoring journalists from leading automotive publications throughout the Middle East and North Africa.
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MAISON PYRAMIDE LAUNCHES ITS FIRST SHOWROON IN PARIS The showroom which ran from the 3rd to 7th of March and was located on rue du Mont Thabor, offered a solid platform for selected brands to showcase their innovative designs boldly and freely with access to prominent global retailers, press and influencers. With an initial primary focus on contemporary womenswear collections and accessories, Maison Pyramide’s Paris Fashion Week Showroom hosted; Okhtein, Okhtein x Select, Amr Saad, Nafsika Skourti, Re+ine and Abi Project – each adding their own unique imprint onto the industry, a quality Maison Pyramide highly cherishes and loos to grow within the brands they mentor.
HOME APPLIANCES
SAMSUNG HOME APPLIANCES FOR ULTIMATE EASE Choosing new appliances for your home may need a lot of search to find what fits your style in addition to being convenient and practical. With Samsung home appliances you can now get your home fully equipped with the latest technology that will make household chores a lot easier. With Samsung Front loading washing machine, don’t worry if you forgot to clothes after starting your machine. Now you will simply add during wash. With Top loading Active Dual Wash Washing Machine, You will no longer get challenged again with tough stains, as you will enjoy easily remove them by pre-treatment & a powerful wash. If you are seeking innovation and practicality, Twin Cooling Refrigerator is the perfect choice you can simply convert your freezer to fridge if you need more space & Keep the fridge off & freezer on if you are going on vacation.
CRAVE BY THE SEA Crave has finally made its way to Casino Al Shatby, Alexandria; marking the opening of their first branch in Alexandria. With its open, panoramic setting and minimal, yet modern design concept, the new branch allows guests to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean while digging into their favourite dishes. For the grand opening of the chain’s coastal location, singer Okasha Aly entertained guests as they dined to a backdrop of the sea. Amongst the most anticipated dishes to be introduced to Alexandria are Crave’s signature Shrimp Konafa, Taco Salad, Salmon Teriyaki, Beef Oyster Sauce, Chocolate Fondant, and Chocolate Chip Lava Cake. All of the signature dishes were served to guests at the grand opening in order to give Alexandrians a true taste of what the new coastal restaurant has to offer. May 2017 | 77
EMIRATES NAMED BEST AIRLINE IN THE WORLD IN TRIPADVISOR TRAVELERS’ CHOICE AWARDS FOR AIRLINES 2017. BMW X1 HEADLINES EGYPT’S SOMA BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL ALONGSIDE GIPSY KINGS AND DIRE STRAITS BANDS. AZZA FAHMY JEWELLERY REVEALS ITS ASSOCIATION WITH EL GOUNA BEACH POLO SILVER CUP EVENT, AS A PROUD SPONSOR FOR THE FIRST POLO EVENT HELD IN EGYPT. INTERCONTINENTAL, HOLIDAY INN & STAYBRIDGE SUITES CITYSTARS JOIN FORCES WITH CITYSTARS TEAM TO CELEBRATE ORPHANS DAY. IVECO IN EGYPT TO BRING TAILOR-MADE TRUCK SOLUTIONS WITH A NEW PARTNER, AL-FUTTAIM MISR FOR CAR TRADING – FAMCO. CAIRO FASHION FESTIVAL IN COLLABORATION WITH CAIRO FESTIVAL CITY MALL CELEBRATE THE EIGHTH SEASON OF FASHION EVOLUTION. THE NEW HTC U ULTRA AND HTC U PLAY SMARTPHONES ARE AVAILABLE AT ALL LEADING RETAIL STORES IN EGYPT. 78 | MAY 2017
CONRAD CAIRO CELEBRATES EARTH HOUR 2017 WITH A “DINE IN THE DARK” ACTIVITY.
ORANGE APPOINTS ATEF HELMY AS SENIOR ADVISOR TO ORANGE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA. H&M CELEBRATES THEIR EIGHTH YEAR AS AN OFFICIAL COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL SPONSOR.
DUSIT THANI LAKEVIEW CAIRO HOSTS FAMOUS EGYPTIAN ACTRESS, DALIA EL BEHERY AT ONE OF ITS ALL NEW AUTHENTIC SERIES OF COOKING CLASSES.
CAIRO MARRIOTT HOSTED ORPHANS DAY AT AIDA BALLROOM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MBC AMAL, HAMLEY’S AND MARWA FAYED FOUNDATION.
THE LADIES AND GENTLEMEN OF THE NILE RITZ-CARLTON, CAIRO LEAD A CLEAN UP DAY AT THE EGYPTIAN MUSEUM. SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO HOSTED A VERNISSAGE AND BOOK SIGNING EVENT FOR GEORGE BAHGOURY.
INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO CITYSTARS, HOLIDAY INN CAIRO CITYSTARS, STAYBRIDGE SUITES CAIRO CITYSTARS WON IHG CONTROL SELF-ASSESSMENT AWARD 2016 FOR FINANCIAL EXCELLENCE.
OLX PROPERTIES EGYPT & JLL EGYPT SHED LIGHT ON EXAPTS INVESTMENTS FROM GCC.
ON THE OCCASION OF VALENTINE’S DAY, IKEA PARTNERED WITH MESHWAR ORGANIZATION FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO HELP UNITE A COUPLE UNDER ONE ROOF. KIDZANIA CAIRO WELCOMES 4,600 STUDENTS FROM 31 PUBLIC SCHOOLS FREE OF CHARGE DURING THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2017. MALL OF EGYPT, CITY CENTRE ALEXANDRIA AND CITY CENTRE MAADI SAVE APPROXIMATELY 2000 KWH FOR EARTH HOUR. CITY CENTRE ALMAZA SETS BOLD NEW BENCHMARK FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY. MARSEILIA GROUP CONDUCTS GROUNDBREAKING OF “CITY MAX HOTEL” AND KIDS R KIDS MALL IN “HYATT ALEX PARK” PROJECT. MASTERCARD AND MCDONALD’S ANNOUNCE CASHLESS PAYMENT OPTIONS IN EGYPT FAIRMONT NILE CITY, CAIRO TAKING CORPORATE BUSINESS TO NEW HEIGHTS. LOCALLY-PRODUCED NISSAN SUNNY MAINTAINS MARKET LEAD IN EGYPT.
OPPO BRINGS YOU CAIRO FASHION FESTIVAL SEASON 8 AT CAIRO FESTIVAL CITY MALL.
CAIRO MARRIOTT HELPS ENHANCING THE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE OF EGYPTAIR’S PASSENGERS WITH REDUCED MOBILITY (PRM).
RADISSON BLU HELIOPOLIS TEAM CELEBERATED THE ”ORPHANS DAY” BY INVITING 3 ORPHAN HOUSES , SHARING THE JOYS WITH THE CHILDREN AND THEIR CAREGIVERS.
UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TROPHY ARRIVES TO EGYPT RYAN GIGGS AT THE MENA HOUSE HOTEL
FAIRMONT NILE CITY LIGHTS IT UP BLUE ON WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY. RISEUP EXPLORE TAKES 6 STARTUPS TO SILICON VALLEY ON A JOURNEY TO EXPLORE THE GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP ECOSYSTEM. THE NEW GALAXY S8 AND GALAXY S8+ DEFY THE BOUNDARIES OF ENGINEERING WITH INNOVATIVE FEATURES AND SOPHISTICATED HARDWARE. UBER CHIEF BUSINESS OFFICER VISITS CAIRO CONFIRMING INVESTMENT COMMITMENT TO THE EGYPTIAN MARKET.
SODIC SIGNS EGP 1.3 BILLION MEDIUM TERM FACILITY PACKAGE WITH ARAB AFRICAN INTERNATIONAL BANK TO FINANCE SODIC WEST PROJECT. SONESTA ST. GEORGE CRUISE HAS BEEN AWARDED THE BEST SALES & REVENUE TEAM. STARBUCKS FORMS THE LARGEST COALITION OF EXPERTS TO SUPPORT YOUTH ACROSS THE MENA REGION.
INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP CITYSTARS RECEIVES EGYPTIAN CHAMBER OF HUMAN RESOURCES AWARD FOR BEING THE BEST EMPLOYER FOR THE YEAR 2017. May 2017 | 79
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George Bahgoury’s Verissage and Book Signing at Semiramis InterContinental Cairo As part of the hotel’s commitment to promoting the arts as well as Egyptian culture and heritage, the Semiramis InterContinental Cairo in collaboration with Picasso East art gallery, hosted a vernissage and book signing event for renowned Egyptian fine artist, George Bahgoury.
Nouveaux Café La Madeleine Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah has recently celebrated the reopening of La Madeleine Café with its new menu, through holding a top-notch cocktail reception for its guests, media and team members. This event is considered as an opportunity for highlighting the new menu after adding new French pastry items.
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A Mother’s day feast at Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers With spring vibes in the air, Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers celebrated Mother’s day by a one out of the ordinary treats. The hotel invited top social influencers and key media figures to a spectacular hassle- free Mother’s day brunch where chef JeanClaude created some of his delectable signature dishes.
Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers transports guests to an English style wonderland! Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers invited the city’s key media figures to a fabulous afternoon tea experience at Le Marche .
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Heliopolis Media Gathering Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo Heliopolis, invites over 20 Media Representatives and Food Bloggers to a Media Gathering. In a friendly atmosphere on the roof top around the pool, all invitees enjoyed the delicious well selected Buffet items prepared by Executive Chef Nader Wasfi.
A glamorous Night Celebrating The Women Hospital e Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel, a fabulous haven for women was celebrated forThe Women Hospital, where women can find the highest standards of care they deserve, celebrated a star-studded night in honor of inspiring women. The celebration took place with the distinguished presence of top society figures, celebrities, fashion icons, and Egypt’s most reputable doctors.
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On Spot Miss Eco International at Radisson Blu Hotel, Alexandria.wonderland! The hotel accommodated during the month of April around 80 contestants from all around the world during their stay in Alexandria city as a part of their role to promote the Egyptian tourism.
What Women Want event for the Charms Ladies Society JW Marriott Cairo Mirage City Hotel hosted an exclusive Charms JW ladies Society event where Dr. George Zaher gave an exciting lecture about cosmetic expectations for natural look and precaution instructions for breast cancer.
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Kerastase introduced its revolutionary in-Salon protocol “SPECIFIQUE” Kèrastase has launched its new scalp healing range in an extravagant night in one of the most sophisticated hotels in maadi. The Luxurious dinner was attended by the topnotch hair dressers in Cairo along with a group of media and public figures.
Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars celebrates launching a new concept of local Egyptian food in Pool Garden Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars has recently launched Pool Garden Local Egyptian menu. The hotel hosted a special event to introduce the new menu to media figures and hotel guests to enjoy the delicious new items in a relaxed and informal setting.
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On Spot Kempinski celebrates landmark 120th anniversary with ‘Ignite the Night’ festivities Kempinski Hotels celebrates 120th anniversary with ‘Ignite the Night’, rolling out the red carpet at the palace courtyard in honour of Kempinski’s 120th birthday inviting over 400 VIP guests with a series of festivities.
A Glamorous Evening in Soma Bay to Commemorate Kempinski 120 Year Anniversary Soma Bay witnessed a memorable evening of glamour and finesses whilst celebrating 120 years of delivering rich and meaningful experiences to its guests with ‘‘Ignite the Night’’ party by the enchanting Soma Bay beach.
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Cigar Event at The Nile Ritz-Carlton
The Nile Ritz-Carlton Empowers Women The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo collaborated with Hana El Awadi to drive a women empowerment initiative and encourage Egyptian female entrepreneurs to be part of the first empowerment forum of its kind. The event hosted 25 Egyptian female entrepreneurs with successful local businesses for an inspiring conversation over a lavish Italian brunch by the Italian restaurant Vivo.
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Fiat Tipo Gathers the Family After the success of the Tipo 4Door launch in Europe, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Egypt has decided to offer two categories of the Fiat Tipo to the Egyptian market designed to be the ideal family sedan car. Presenting the new vehicle coincides with the announcement of the appointment of Mr. Francesco Monaco as the new CEO of the company in Egypt.
Al Ahram Beverages Company Hosts Ryan Giggs & UEFA Trophy in Egypt Al Ahram Beverages Company hosts the UEFA Champions League; making Egypt the only country in Africa and the Middle East to be selected for hosting the Trophy Tour. Ryan Giggs, is the UEFA Ambassador to accompany the UEFA Trophy during his touristic tour in Egypt
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