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Jambo!
‘Village Beat’ gets a fresh look
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Village Diary
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A passion for lighting
New Villager Power Innovations
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Five minutes with...
Manisha Gidoomal
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Bowled out
Experience bowling at The Village Market
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Bowling at The Village Market
Kenya’s only bowling alley
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A paradise for lovers of good food
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Women’s heath support
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Accountants can be friendly too
on behalf of
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THE VILLAGE MARKET
Major draw for mall customers
PO Box 100 - 00621 The Village Market
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Book worm
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Pictorial
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WELCOME
Jambo! ‘Village Beat’ gets a fresh look
M
arch was a month of great events
This year is the fifth anniversary of ‘Village Beat’
at The Village Market. The Ideal
and to celebrate this milestone, we asked Land
Interiors Show, from 10 to 13
& Marine Publications (Kenya) – a Nairobi-based
March, featured the latest state-of-the-art
subsidiary of the UK company Land & Marine
furniture and furnishings to transform any
Publications Ltd, which has 19 years’ experience
home, office and lifestyle. The show was
in global publishing – to spruce up the magazine
officially opened by the Assistant Minister for
and give it a fresh look. I would like to say a big
Housing, the Hon. Margaret Wanjiru.
thank-you to the Land & Marine team, Denis Gathanju (Editorial Director) and Minaywa Laboso
As part of its corporate social responsibility
(Advertising Executive) for an exceptional job. Let
projects this year, The Village Market was proud
us know what you think, too.
to be represented among several dignitaries from the government, high commissions and
To keep you informed about our upcoming
conservancy groups that took time to attend the
events, we urge you to follow us on Twitter
grand opening of Karura Forest, which has now
@villagemarket or check out The Village Market
been fenced. Last year, The Village Market became
Facebook page.
a lifetime member of the Friends of Karura Forest Organisation and contributed KES 250,000
Yours,
towards the perimeter fencing of the entire forest. In addition, members of The Village Market staff planted over 100 seedlings which they maintain to date. The Village Market urges all its partners,
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tenants and shoppers to tour Karura Forest and
Ann Gitari
enjoy the scenic view of the trees, waterfalls,
Press Liaison Officer
rivers and caves.
ann@villagemarket-kenya.com
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Village Diary 14 to 25 April 2011
Casa Bella Furniture Exhibition New Exhibition Hall, 10 am to 6 pm daily
An exhibition and sale of wrought iron furniture for the garden and interior decor for the modern home.
5 to 16 May 2011
Lake Basins Artists Exhibition Old Exhibition Hall, 10 am to 6 pm daily
A collection of unique paintings by artists from Kisumu, Kakamega, Mombasa and Nairobi. Organised by the Museums of Kenya.
12 to 22 May 2011
Ethiopian Inspiration Week New Exhibition Hall, 10 am to 6 pm daily
The annual Ethiopian lifestyle show is back, showcasing artefacts, crafts and traditional aspects of Ethiopian culture. Delight in Ethiopian brewed
inFORMATiOn
coffee as you enjoy the soothing aroma of Ethiopian incense.
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For more information about our events:
Tel: +254 20 712488-90 Email: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com Facebook: THE VILLAGE MARKET Twitter: @VillageMarket
A PASSiOn FOR LigHTing
A passion for lighting
T
he Village Market’s newest outlet,
the environment. The company has made
Power Innovations Ltd, specialises in
environmental management one of its top
imported high quality electrical systems
priorities and has devoted itself to implementing
and components. Its product range includes
environmental measures from the initial design
electrical switches and energy saving lamps as
to every stage of manufacture, research and
well as electrical measuring instruments.
development, office management and even to disposal and recycling processes.
With over 10 years of operations to its name, Power Innovations now represents several international ISO 9001 companies and is a leading
Initiative
provider of lighting solutions for residential and
Power Innovations is constantly driven by the
commercial environments including airports,
initiative of replacing incandescent and halogen
construction sites and swimming pools.
applications. Its philosophy is to ensure peace of mind and flexibility for its customers by providing
Mission
not only a variety but also the best lighting solutions, unique designs and innovative technology.
The company’s mission is to provide electrical systems of the highest standard for discerning customers. Leading manufacturers of electrical
POWER INNOVATIONS lTD
either as sole agents, importers, distributors or wholesalers. Its client base includes local diplomatic missions, embassies and expatriates. Power Innovations is also passionately dedicated
inFORMATiOn
supply systems now use Power Innovations
Level 2, Next to Safaricom Customer Care Centre Tel: +254 20 816532-4/ +254 20 358604/ +254 734 699948/ +254 722 207030 Email: info@powerinnovationsltd.com
www.powerinnovationsltd.com
to enhancing the quality of life and conserving
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FiVE MinUTES WiTH
Five Minutes with...
Manisha Gidoomal Proprietor, glamourize
HOW lONG HAS IT BEEN SINCE GlAMOURIZE
end clients who understand the value of genuine
OPENED AT THE VIllAGE MARKET?
brands when compared to counterfeit items.
Three and a half years and we are Kenya’s only designer handbag shop.
WHAT’S A NORMAl DAY FOR YOU lIKE? I begin my day at the gym, followed by nine holes
WHAT DOES GlAMOURIZE SPECIAlIZE IN?
of golf or some tennis. Later on, I go to the shop
We specialise in the real thing – designer handbags
for some administrative and marketing, assisted
at the brand’s recommended retail price, with fun
by Trizer, my very able outlet assistant. At 3 pm I
accessories to match. We represent brands like
leave to pick up my children from school and head
Furla, Lancel, Givenchy and Nomination.
home.
HOW DID YOU COME TO DEAl IN FASHION
WHAT lESSONS HAVE YOU lEARNED AS THE
ITEMS AND ACCESSORIES?
YEARS HAVE GONE BY?
My original idea was to specialise in foreign art,
I have learned that my customers want something
but The Village Market management advised
different every time. We therefore have to
us to focus on designer handbags and fashion
continuously increase our product range to
accessories that would meet the demands of high-
ensure we have new brands. In so doing, we keep our customers coming back and they in turn recommend our outlet to their friends and family.
inFORMATiOn
GlAMOURIZE Level 1, Opposite the food court Tel: +254 20 7123275 Email: manishagidoomal@gmail.com
WHAT FUTURE PlANS DO YOU HAVE FOR GlAMOURIZE? It has been on my mind to open an online shop. I will be putting my energy to it very soon.
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Bowling By Denis Gathanju
I
t is Tuesday afternoon. We have had a busy
hand. She does it a second time and on the third,
morning attending meetings all over town.
she releases the ball. The younger woman, who
The midday sun is out and it is a beautiful
must be her daughter, stands by the side, her body
day in Nairobi.
language revealing her nervousness. Her fingers are crossed and her teeth are clenched. It is evident that
We attend our last meeting at The Village Market
she wants her mother to miss the target.
and my boss and I opt for a quick bite at the food court. After our meal, we decide to hang around
Flawless bowling
the shopping mall doing some window shopping, as we both feel exhausted and are not in a rush to
But the throw from the older woman is flawless.
get back to the office.
The ball skids along the soft surface to the end of the alley, hits the pins mid-centre and they tumble
As we walk lazily past the shops, we are lost into
into the darkness behind. The woman jumps up
our own worlds, perhaps thinking of business
like a teenage girl and dances around her now
or maybe family. We walk up the staircase and
dejected daughter.
peep though the window where jerseys of various English football teams are on display. I am tempted
“Now who’s the better one?” she teasingly asks
to buy a Manchester United one, but my boss
her daughter, who only manages a sad smile:
One woman is jumping up and down with raised arms that punch the air in a celebratory dance won’t let me because he does not support the
“But, Mum, I beat you last time. That makes it
club. He pulls me away and we walk through a
a draw. One more round and we know who is
shaded alley. A few steps along and we come to a
better, agreed?” the young lady offers a challenge.
huge doorway that opens into a spacious hall. “You are on, my baby. Mama is coming for your
Mother and daughter duel
neck,” the old woman screams back.
From the entrance, I can see some excited people. One woman, probably in her early 30s, is jumping up and down with raised arms that punch the air in a celebratory dance. She dances teasingly around an older woman, probably in her late 50s. She can only manage a sheepish smile before she energetically stands up and walks confidently to the edge of the alley. Her demeanour says it all: she has to get the score she needs and this is her moment to shine. My boss and I watch in silence as the woman
My boss and I exchange glances that need no
places the ball in her right hand, ready to bowl.
words. “You think you are better than I am?” we
Even though she has her back to us, I can picture
both seem to ask. The challenge is on.
the concentration and determination written on her face. With the ball gripped firmly in her right hand,
We shoot straight for the counter and ask to
she swings it and stops it in mid air with her left
play a round against each other. Being a proud
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BOWLING
Englishman, my boss is eager to show me he is better and he wants to nail the message home: he is the boss. As for me, I have never been bowling in my life, but from my school days I know how to throw stones further and higher than anyone else and I think to myself: “Denis, this is the time to beat the boss. This is the time to show this Englishman that a Kenyan dude can play a foreign sport better. It’s time to beat the boss.” With the challenge on and the adrenalin pumping and a whole afternoon to kill, Gary and I shout our shoe sizes to the woman behind the counter as we hurriedly untie our shoes and slip the bowling shoes on our feet. Owing to the smooth surface of the bowling alley, players need special safety shoes. As soon as we get to the
is sitting behind me. He gives me a smile,
sensing victory, my boss steps up ready
ramp, we key our first names into the
but I am not deceived. Behind his smile,
to send me to the cleaners and prove to
computer system and we are ready to go.
he wants me to make a pathetic bowl
me that he is still the boss. His throws are
that will give him the edge over me.
no better than mine and after the second round he is two points ahead of me.
Damaged ego With one swing of the ball, I aim for the I play first. I choose a blue ball because
middle pack. The ball flies off my right
I up the ante on my third attempt and
it’s my favourite colour and step onto
hand and skids down the long alley. It
throw the ball with speed with power
the bowling surface, ready to make my
hits the middle pins with speed and sends
behind it. But my right hand swings a
throw. I glance quickly at my boss, who
them to the gutter behind, but three pins
couple of degrees to the left as the ball leaves my hand. This sends the ball into
Sensing victory, my boss steps up ready to send me to the cleaners and prove to me that he is still the boss
a spin and even though it has power and speed, it quickly veers off the ramp just before it reaches the pins. My excited boss steps up to finish what he started, but he does no better. However, he holds onto his two-point lead and comes out the victor.
are left standing. My second throw is
For me, I lick my wounds and I walk out
pathetic and my boss shoots to his feet,
with a damaged ego. The boss has got
ready to better my score.
the better of me, but that was round one. We will be back for round two,
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His throw is flawless and he hits all the pins
which will played in Colchester, England
and I can only punch the air in frustration;
– my boss’s backyard – and the deciding
but I collect myself and demand a better
round three to be played at The Village
performance from myself.
Market in Nairobi.
My throws are even more pathetic and
Just who is the best at bowling, my boss
I manage to strike only three pins. Now
or me? Watch this space.
BOWLING
Bowling
at The Village Market T
he Village Market is modelled
and shoppers at The Village Market.
that can accommodate as many as 144
around the family. It is a place
According to Oscar, this is because
people at a time. Bowling at the centre
where they can troop on any
bowling is not only fun to play, but
is pocket friendly as it costs only KES 250
given day and be guaranteed to enjoy
is easy to learn for first-timers and is
per game on weekdays and KES 350 per
their meals and shopping and fun in
less energy intensive and prone to the
game at weekends.
one central location without having
elements than other action sports such as
to drive around the whole city.
football or rugby.
The centre is also popular with corporate organisations looking to enhance
Within the walls of this huge shopping
Bowling is easy because it is an indoor
bonding with their employees in a
and business complex is Kenya’s only
game and you can play in any outfit, apart
competitive environment. Corporate
bowling alley. Oscar Chege, sales and
from the shoes. This makes it a darling with
organisations have been known to book
marketing team leader at the bowling
many people doing business, attending
the entire centre for a whole day or for a
centre, says it has been in operation for
meetings, going shopping or just seeking
couple of hours each week.
11 years and is one of the biggest crowd
out fun at The Village Market.
pullers at The Village Market. The bowling centre at The Village Market Since it was introduced into Kenya,
is a state-of-the-art 10-pin bowling alley
bowling has continued to gain traction with many visitors, business people
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FOOD
A paradise for lovers of
good food I
f you thought that The Village Market was
What’s more, The Village Market continues to
only about great shopping, then think
excite and delight in equal measure as new
again.
eateries open or replace existing outlets in a steady process of evolution. The net result is that
It may not be apparent to everyone, but The
The Village Market keeps on moving upmarket in
Village Market offers what is possibly Nairobi’s
terms of its cuisine and the dining experience it
finest single-location dining experience and
provides for visitors.
certainly its most varied in terms of cuisine. For food-lovers, it has everything from fine dining – at Tribe and elsewhere – to a quick snack, hamburger or pizza.
Unique Since it opened, the Tamambo Tapas Bar, with its unique-to-Nairobi offerings, has set the pace when it comes to good food coupled with some classy entertainment, four evenings a week, that lures visitors to The Village Market even after the shops have closed. And if it matches your taste in music, and if you can get a seat, there is live jazz every packed-out Friday evening as well as occasional nights of rock and roll. The management of Tamambo Tapas says these musical evenings attract a mature, thoughtful, sophisticated and discerning audience. The Village Market has recently added a smart new Artcaffe, the second such outlet in Nairobi as the brand starts to take off locally after the
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runaway success of its first coffee shop. This has brought a certain level of sophistication to a prime spot overlooking the entrance. While it may be difficult to get a seat, the terrace of Artcaffe is now THE place to be seen in The Village Market. Here, you can enjoy consistently good food or a cup of coffee with friends after a hard afternoon’s shopping.
Popular In and around the always popular food court on the ground floor, visitors are spoilt for choice, with a variety of cuisine ranging from inexpensive and tasty Chinese to huge German Bratwurst and other delights from Europe’s masters of sausage making. And there is food to suit all tastes, including African, Indian, Italian, Thai and Turkish, not to mention a bakery and patisserie with ‘naughty but nice’ cakes. Taking it further upmarket is the Prime Cuts Bistro, with juicy and tender steaks, mouth-watering
delicatessen with fat (and expensive) Italian salamis
lamb chops, grilled chicken and even seafood.
and other exotic imports hard to find elsewhere in
Prime Cuts also serves over-filled baguettes, a real
Nairobi.
The Village Market continues to excite and delight in equal measure as new eateries open or replace existing outlets in a steady process of culinary evolution favourite of many. This is the only Nairobi outlet
Apart from the always excellent Chinese outlet in
for this particular fast-food operator. Tucked
the food court, there is the affiliated RoRo Chinese
away behind Prime Cuts are its butchery and a
Restaurant on the Upper Floor, offering the very best of Oriental cooking in a more formal setting. For those who have less time on their hands or wish to combine eating with a visit to The Village Market’s bowling alley or water attractions, there’s a choice of Steers or Debonairs. For many, Debonairs serves the tastiest pizza in town, while also providing a home delivery service throughout the city from its three outlets. So, whatever your taste in food, and especially if you enjoy variety and hearty portions, The Village Market is THE place to come to eat out – and, of course, to shop.
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WHERE TO EAT
Where to eat? Village Market Restaurants and Food Outlets ArtCaffe Amadeus Dorman’s Coffee House German Point Epic Restaurant (at Tribe Hotel) Khazana Pomodoro Arlecchino Revive Juice Bar Sofra Turkish Cuisine Prime Cuts Taste of Africa Tamambo Tapas Steers Debonairs Pizza Osteria Gigiri Roro Slush Thai Food
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Health
Women’s health support W
omen at different times in their life need support for their health. This is conditioned by various developmental stages in which
hormones are at work. Other health conditions which set
• • • •
Prenatal care Fibroids Memory Menopause.
in the need for supplementation are related to lifestyle as well as age.
The Elixir Health shop gives advice in these areas as well as supplements that support the woman during these periods in
So it is important for an individual to have some basic knowledge
life. Similarly, once a month, there is a free talk on various health
of her health situation in order to obtain the correct assistance.
challenges. This year, Elixir has already held health sessions on cervical cancer and hormonal imbalance.
Qualified One major step towards knowledge is consulting with a naturopathic doctor. Information received from these specialists should be followed up either by corrective or precautionary measures in such conditions as:
• Painful menstruation and irregular menstrual cycles • Fertility and conception • Vitality and stamina
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INFORMATION
qualified medical practitioner such as a gynaecologist or a
Be on the Elixir Health mailing list to receive information on the next health talk:
Elixir Health Level 2, Above Foodcourt, Muthaiga North, Nairobi Tel: +254 20 7120217 Email: elixirhealth@nbi.ispkenya.com
ProfileR
Accountants can be friendly, too John Mwangi, Assistant Financial Controller, The Village Market
J
ohn Mwangi never imagined
and son reach a compromise. So after
meaning I have to work very hard, twice
himself as an accountant. From
completing high school, John joined
as fast and with no errors. That isn’t easy,
a very tender age, John wanted
Strathmore College (now a university)
but it has to be done.”
to join the military. As with all young
to study accounting.
men, his dream was inspired by
When he isn’t working, John likes to
friends, most of whom resided in the
“I have no regrets,” says John, several years
spend time with his two sons and his
army barracks near his parents’ home.
down the line and now working for The
wife. He also uses his free time to do
He admired the men and women
Village Market management as an assistant
some consultancy work for private
who serve and protect this nation and
financial controller. “I like the rewards
clients who need expertise in investment
hoped that one day he would end up
that come with the job, the opportunity
management and auditing, something
trained, uniformed and armoured.
to interact with different people and learn
that has helped to boost his career.
Unfortunately, his mother would hear
something new every day.”
none of it. Instead, she wanted her son to be a teacher. This conflict of aspirations would see both mother
Duties
Grateful For all that he has achieved, John realises
John’s major duties and responsibilities
he could not have done it without the
include auditing, billing, taxation, supplier
help of his colleagues in the Accounts
and debtor reconciliation, and training of
Department. “I am also grateful to my
new staff. His job has no room for error.
boss and the company’s directors for giving me a free hand and believing in
“It is pretty much close-ended and one
my work.”
plus one will always be two. You can never try and make it three or four.” He
To his colleagues in other departments
stresses the importance of honesty and
who believe accountants come across
precision in the accounting field. “We
as introverted people, John would like
have a counterchecking system that
to prove to them that accountants have
ensures your work is seen by one or two
the best public relations skills. “Before I
other co-workers before it is presented as
write a notice to pay,” he explains with a
a final product.”
smile, “I must sweeten my words. But if the notice is ignored several times, then
But even with these systems, John’s job
I have to harden my face and become a
has other challenges: “There are times I
debt collector,” concludes John, his smile
have to prepare financial reports urgently,
fading. “It’s all part of the job.”
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Ideal Interiors Show is major draw for mall customers
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IDEAL INTERIORS SHOW
T
he Village Market recently became
“It is evident that the interiors decor market is healthy
the buzzword of town as it hosted the
and in great demand, but rising costs and regulations
second nostalgic Ideal Interiors Show.
pose significant challenges as well as opportunities to the sector players,” said Mr Odhiambo.
Organised by Real Wealth Ltd, publisher of East
He said that growth in the East African interiors
Africa’s ‘Ideal Interiors’ magazine, the event
market would largely continue to be driven by
attracted a record 67 exhibitors and featured a
creative minds and by other variables including
range of dazzling kitchens, accentuated lighting
the construction business, housing loans, changes
and lighting effects, boomer home theatres and
in consumer habits and a range of other lifestyle
showstoppers with unique architectural designs,
factors and worthwhile shopping experiences.
furniture and furnishings. The assistant complex manager, Betty Musyoki,
Yearning
said The Village Market was delighted to host such a distinguished event and the mall was honoured
This unique four-day event (from 10 to 13
to be chosen as the venue.
March) generally increased the number of people visiting The Village Market shopping
Opportunity
mall and turned a new page for those yearning for aesthetically appealing homes, offices and
“The Ideal Interiors Show gives The Village
hotels. The statement was bold: interiors dictate
Market a tremendous opportunity to present the
the construction of domestic settings, formal
top offerings within the interiors industry to our
environment and recreation areas.
discerning clientele, who want a platform with the
The show was set up in 48 hours, transforming The Village Market’s 1,000 square metre concrete rooftop area The show was set up in 48 hours, transforming
best display, in a retail setting, and superior interiors
The Village Market’s 1,000 square metre concrete
that satisfy their tasteful needs,” said Ms Musyoki.
rooftop area – normally used as a parking bay – into an attractive showcase for the exhibitors. The
The Assistant Minister of Housing, the Hon.
spot was typically in sync with the event’s overall
Margaret Wanjiru, who presided over the official
theme: ‘Transform the Heart of Your Home’.
opening, said the Ideal Interiors Show had become a fundamental platform on which industry players
This ‘instant’ show venue provided an ideal
could advance common ideals for the growth of
platform for some rare ideas in the interiors
the now dynamic real estate market.
market – summed up by the event’s director, Humphrey Odhiambo, as “a reflection of talents
“The interiors sector has never been as
that deserve to be nurtured and upheld”.
phenomenal as it is right now in determining
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the right dynamics for real estate development,” she said. “Gone are the days when developers put up structures without considering what would go into the interiors. Gone are the days when interior design professionals and suppliers were seen as microscopic contributors to project development.”
Pivotal Dr Wanjiru said that, lately, it was the interior design industry players who were forming the basis for many project designs. The interior design suppliers and manufacturers were playing a pivotal role in ensuring that buyers benefited from quality products and services to attain unique tastes and style, she said. Paying tribute to the versatility of the interiors industry in terms of product and service innovation, Dr Wanjiru stressed that, as the industry celebrates the gains made by the interiors sector – which injects close to KES 150 billion annually into the economy – it is equally necessary
under way, to launch an association for
membership to make housing an
for it to underscore the need for cohesion
the interiors sector. “This, I wish to say,
achievable dream for all. The Ministry of
among key stakeholders, with the
is a welcome move by industry players,
Housing will also find the right ground
agenda of proactive unity being a key
who certainly have taken stock of the
upon which to seek for partnerships in
tenet for success.
shortcomings of the sector and have
executing some of the developments
recognised the need to find a broader
we are undertaking, especially in relation
Importance
platform that will not only accentuate the
to interiors.
Stressing the importance of
The interior design suppliers and manufacturers ensured that buyers benefited from quality products and services
understanding the need for a common interiors design industry agenda, the Assistant Minister lauded plans, already
role played by this exhibition, but will be an
“The Ministry will also continue to support
authoritative voice for addressing the issues
the Ideal Interiors Expo to ensure it not only
affecting the sector,” said Dr Wanjiru.
grows to become an effective platform for industry development, but also becomes a
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“At the Ministry of Housing, we throw
reference point for the entire region in as
our support behind this association
far as the best interior design products and
and hope to work closely with its
services are concerned.”
OFF THE SHELF
Book Worm
A quick look at the latest bestsellers
Beneath the Lion’s Gaze
The Writing On My Forehead
Author: Maaza Mengiste
Author: Nafisa Haji
Price: KES 1,430
Price: KES 880
Available at: Westlands Sundries
Available at: Westlands Sundries
‘Beneath the Lion’s Gaze’ opens in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 1974,
Free-spirited and rebellious, Saira has grown up in California
on the eve of a revolution. Yonas kneels in mother’s prayer
with her beautiful, obedient sister, Ameena. From childhood,
room, pleading to his god for an end to the violence that has
she has broken the boundaries between her desire for
racked his family and country. His father, Hailu, a prominent
independence and her family’s traditions – in particular, her
doctor, has been ordered to report to jail after helping a victim
Bombay-bred mother’s idea of how girls should behave. Now,
of state-sanctioned torture to die. And Dawit, Hailu’s youngest
hungry for experience and curious about the world, Saira travels
son, has joined an underground resistance movement – a choice
to Karachi for a wedding and stumbles upon family secrets that
that will lead to more upheaval and bloodshed across a ravaged
will shape the rest of her life.
Ethiopia.
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Black Mamba Boy Author: Nadifa Mohamed Price: KES 880 Available at: Westlands Sundries This story starts far away, on the streets of Aden, and long ago in the sweltering summer of 1935. Ten-year-old Jama has grown up in the slums of this ancient city, learning to survive amongst the ragamuffins and vagabonds of the port. When he loses everything, his only chance of survival lies in finding his father who disappeared years before.
Fang Author: James Patterson Price: KES 770 Available at: Westlands Sundries Maximum Ride is used to surviving – living constantly under threat from evil forces sabotaging her quest to save the world – but nothing has ever come as close to destroying her as the horrifying prophecy that Fang will be the first to die. Fang is Max’s best friend, her soulmate, her partner in the leadership of her flock of bird kids. A life without him is a life unimaginable.
Three Cups of Tea Author: Greg Mortenson & David Oliver Relin Price: KES 1,100 Available at: Westlands Sundries In 1993, after a terrifying and disastrous attempt to climb K2, a mountaineer called Greg Mortenson drifted, cold and dehydrated into an impoverished Pakistan village in the Karakoram Mountains. Moved by the inhabitants’ kindness, he promised to return and build a school. ‘Three Cups of Tea’ is the story of that promise and its extraordinary outcome. Over the decade, Mortenson built not just one but 55 schools in remote villages across the forbidding and breathtaking landscape of Pakistan and Afghanistan, just as the Taliban rose to power. His story is at once a riveting adventure and a testament to the power of the human spirit.
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1 Kids Club members enjoy their end-of-year party at The Village Market Water Park
6 Real Wealth chief executive Humphrey Odhiambo welcomes the Assistant Minister for Housing, the Hon. Margaret Wanjiru, the First
2 Hamed Ehsani (right), managing director of
Secretary of the Italian Embassy in Kenya, Alberto
The Village Market, presents a computer to Esao
la Bella, and Kalpesh N. Desai, of Prafulchandra &
Ochorokodi, officer commanding station (OCS) at
Brothers Ltd, to the official opening of the Ideal
Gigiri Police Station. The computer will be used in
Interiors Show at The Village Market.
the OCS’s office.
7 Zacharia Nzaya, of Mobilcasa, shows the 3 Staff of Safaricom marketing the Ideos
Assistant Minister for Housing, the Hon. Margaret
Android Phone during an event at The Village
Wanjiru, some of the furniture on display at the
Market. Safaricom was among sponsors of The
Ideal Interiors Show at The Village Market.
Village Market’s Look Good Christmas Promotion.
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4 (Left to right): The Village Market’s assistant marketing manager, Leah Munyua, Nairobi’s
Kenya, Alberto la Bella, speaking at the official opening of the Ideal Interiors Show.
Provincial Director of Culture, Agatha Ndambuki, the director of the Godown Arts Centre, Joy
9 Rajev Medirratta, managing director of
Mboya, and The Village Market’s public relations
Lighting Solutions, describes his products to the
officer, Janet Mbugua, share a light moment during
Assistant Minister for Housing, the Hon. Margaret
the art exhibition ‘Manjano: Perceptions of Nairobi’.
Wanjiru, at the Ideal Interiors Show.
5 Marketing staff members James Gichimu,
10 Boys’ room at the showhouse built by a team
Jane Muthoni and Oscar Chege on a nature trail
led by Spiegel Interiors, one of the exhibitors at
during the grand opening of Karura Forest. The
the Ideal Interiors Show 2011.
Village Market is a lifetime member of the Friends of Karura Forest Organisation and contributed KES
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250,000 towards fencing the perimeter of
manager, Betty Musyoki, speaking at the official
the forest.
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A to Z of Village Market ESSENTIALS All Times Arabian Corner Blue Lily CaterMart Diplomatic Duty Free Kitengela Glass Lifestyle Motoring Mags School of Photography
Fahari Bridal Boutique
Safaricom Customer Care Centre
Fashion Brands
Sugar Candy
Glamourize
Technology House
Handcraft Centre
Toy World
Identity
Westlands Sundries
Istanbul Lavent Fashions
Wishes
Jaishiv (Khazana)
Zucchini Greengrocers
Jit Gems Kazuri 2000
FASHION & ACCESSORIES
Kikoy
Nakumatt
Athens Leather Shop
Made in Africa
Nokia Shop
Bata
Magik Grace
Ocram Girap
Barton Mode
Mango
Personal Systems
City Walk
Mille Collines
Pets & Pots
D’s Boutique
Moksh
Power Innovations Ltd
Fabric Gallery
Nairobi Sports House
Moviebuster
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Pure Flow
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A TO Z
One Way
Coop ATM
Arlecchino
Pilotesa
CBA ATM
Art Caffe
Sandstorm
Diamond Trust Bank
Debonairs Pizza
Slippers Glitter
DTB ATM
Dorman’s Coffee Shop
Sparkling
Eco Bank ATM
Epic Restaurant - Tribe
Tinga Tinga
Kenya Commercial Bank
German Point
Trevor Collection
KCB ATM
Khazana Restaurant
Woolworths
CFC ATM
Made in Africa
Equity ATM
Osteria Gigiri
FINANCIAL SERVICES
NIC ATM
Pomodoro
Barclays Bank
PesaPoint ATM
Prime Cuts
Barclays ATM
Standard Chartered ATM
Revive Juice Bar
Cehni Ltd
Village Forex Bureau
Ro Ro Restaurant Sea World
Chase Bank Chase ATM Commercial Bank of Africa
FOOD & RESTAURANTS Amadeus
Slush Sofra Turkish Cuisine
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A to Z
Silverbird Cinemas
Tamambo Tapas
HOME DeCOR, FURNITURE, FURNISHINGS & CURIOS
Taste of Africa
Artz Gallery
Tinman (Pool Hall & Foosball)
Thai Food
Blue Rhino
Steers
Curtain World
SERVICES
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Home Décor, 1001 Pots
AA Kenya
Aromatic Perfume Bar
Kalabash
Bobby Pal Photography
Belladonna Pharmacy
Kashmir Arts
DHL
Dream Nails
Mini Maasai Market
Kenya Valuers & Estate Agents
Elixir Health
One Der Box
Kingsway Tyre Centre
Grass Roots
Palacina Ineriors
Post Office
Jaff’s Optical
Past & Present
Tintoria Drycleaners
Nirvana Gym & Spa
Pinkopallino
Village Photoshop
Salon Malibu
Sweet Dreams
Wynton House of Music
Salon Natalie
Tree House
TOURS & TRAVEL AGENTS
Shifaz Veterinary Clinic Spa Siam (Africa) Village Dental Clinic
RECREATION & ENTERTAINMENT Dream Zone
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Bunson Travel Services Langata Link (Holiday Homes Kenya)
Hi- Tide Waterpark
Kenya Airways Sales & Ticketing Office
Put-o-Mania (Mini Golf)
Phoenix Safaris
CONTACT INFORMATION
Essential Contacts & information All Times News Stand
Dorman’s Coffee House
Prime Cuts Butchery & Bistro
Monday to Friday: 8.00am - 8.00pm Sunday: 10.00am - 8.00pm Tel: 7122015
Monday to Thursday: 8.00am - 7.00pm Friday & Saturday: 8.30am - 1 0.00pm Sunday: 10.00am - 7.00pm
Barclays Bank
Kenya Airways Sales Office
Monday: 8.45am - 7.00pm Tuesday - Friday: 8.45am - 1 0.00pm Saturday: 7.45am - Till Late Sunday: 8.45am - Till Late
Monday to Saturday: 8.30am - 8.30pm Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm Tel: 7122741/ 7120042/ 7121963
Belladonna Pharmacy Monday to Saturday: 8.30am to 8.30pm Sunday & Public Holidays: 10.00am to 7.30pm Tel: 71 221 41 /7
Tel: 7121072/ 7120241/ 6422790-9
Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 6.30pm Saturday: 8.30am - 4.00pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed
Bonus Card
Tel: 7122012/ 003 or 7120483
Monday to Saturday: 8.30am to 5.30pm Sunday: 1 0.00am - 6.00pm
Management & Security Office
Tel: 7122488/90
Monday to Saturday 8.30am - 5.30pm Sundays & Public Holidays 10am - 5.30pm
Bunson Travel
Tel: 7122488/90
Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 5.00pm Saturday: 9.30am - 12.00pm
Nakumatt Supermarket
Tel: 7122080/ 7121235
Monday to Saturday: 8.00am - 8.00pm Sunday & Public Holidays: 10.00am - 8.00pm
Commercial Bank of Africa (CBA)
Tel: 7122507/8/9
Monday to Friday: 9.00am - 4.00pm Saturday: 9.00am - 12.30pm Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed
Pets & Pots Ltd
Tel: 7120263/ 7120346
Chase Bank Monday to Friday: 1 0.00am - 5.00pm Saturday: 1 0.00am - 2.00pm Sunday: 1 1.00am - 2.00pm Tel: 712158/419/548 or 22774224
Diamond Trust Bank Monday to Saturday: 8.00am - 8.00pm Sunday: 8.00am - 4.00pm Tel: 7122270/ 71 or 2357982
DHL Monday to Friday: 9.30am - 6.00pm Saturday: 9.30am - 4.30pm Tel: 7124172
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Monday to Friday: 9.00am - 6.00pm Saturday: 9.00am - 3.00pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed
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Monday to Saturday: 9.30am - 6.30pm Sunday: 10.30am - 2.00pm Tel: 7122312/ 7122307
Phoenix Safaris Monday to Friday: 7.30am - 6.00pm Saturday: 8.30am - 5.00pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 1 1.00am - 5.00pm Tel: 7122254/ 7121942
Post Office Monday to Friday: 9.00am - 5.30pm Saturday: 9.00am - 1 0.00pm Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: 7121830
Tel: 7122633/4
Shifaz Veterinary Clinic Monday to Friday: 9.00am - 6.00pm Saturday: 9.00am - 12.00pm Sunday: 1 0.00am - 1 1.00am Public Holidays: On Appointment 24 Hours Emergency Services Tel: 7124166/ 0722511761/0733775064
The Village Market Taxi Services Available 24 Hours Daily Tel: 0722601214/ 0721838661/ 0720993414
The Village Dental Clinic Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 5.00pm Saturday: 8.30am - 12.30pm Tel: 7122460/ 7124025/ 7122218
Tintoria Dry Cleaners Monday to Saturday: 7.00am - 7.00pm Sunday: Closed Tel: 7122984
Tribe Hotel Reservations Desk Tel: 7200000
Village Market Forex Bureau Monday to Friday: 9.30am - 5.30pm Saturday: 10.00am - 5.00pm Sunday: 10.00 - 4.00pm Tel: 7122901/ 7122473