Village Beat - Issue16, October 2013

OCT – NOV 2013

A VISION OF THE FUTURE

PROFILER

Hamed Ehsani looks ahead

MICHAEL FLINT General Manager Tribe Hotel

BONUS CARD LOYALTY SHOPPING

NEW

VILLAGER LIFESTYLE BOUTIQUE MAKES EAST AFRICAN DEBUT

A PUBLICATION OF

Village Beat

October - November 2013

CONTENTS 3 JAMBO

Looking to better and happier times ahead 4 Five Minutes with...

Sharing a passion for Persian cuisine 6 Five Minutes with...

New-look Village has so much more to offer

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8 Village News 10 Feature

Bonus Card loyalty shopping Published by:

THE VILLAGE MARKET

PO Box 100-00621, The Village Market Tel: +254 (0)20 712 2488/90 Fax: +254 (0)20 712 2477 Email: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com www.villagemarket-kenya.com Editorial Co-ordinator: Ann Gitari

12 Profiler

Hard-to-get Michael is now a loyal convert 14 Off the shelf

Book Worm 16 New Villager

Sweet smell of success

Sales & Advertising: Janet Mbugua, Damar Padwa

17 New Villager

Lifestyle boutique makes East African debut

Marketing Manager: Dominic Mbugua

18 Social Responsibility

Contributors: Amondi Buyu, Damar Padwa, Elixir Health, Kamal Kaur, Reema Doshi

20 Kaya Spa

Hairstyle wizards pass the Salem test

Photography: Big Four Photographers Print: Modern Lithographic Kenya Ltd Distribution: The Village Market Designed by:

Land & Marine Publications (Kenya) Ltd Email: publishing@landmarine.com www.landmarine.com

The opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the editor, or any other organisation associated with this publication. No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions. Š2013 The Village Market

22 Well-Being

Body talk 25 STILL HERE

Girls on a mission to create the perfect coiffure

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27 Tyre Tips

Clearing up the myth of women and

car knowledge 28 Village Diary 30 Savour

Thai chef Thiwa serves up a winning recipe 31 A-Z of Village Market

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32 Essential contacts

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Welcome

JAMBO!

Looking to better and happier times ahead

You can spend minutes, hours, days, weeks or even months over-analysing a situation, trying to put the pieces together, justifying what could have or would have happened – or you can just leave the pieces on the floor and move on – Tupac Shakur

T

ragedy hit our quiet suburbs last month and affected us all in various ways.

Beyond that cloud of doom and gloom

The bubbly Reema Doshi invites you to this year’s Kingsway Women’s Tyre Clinic to be held at the Tribe Hotel. Check that out and save the date. While we are still at Tribe, why don’t we tell you a little about Michael Flint, the hotel’s general manager. Read all about his experience of working at the Ritz Carlton Hotels, Boca Raton Resorts & Club and Ian Schrager Hotels.

Back at The Village Market, we tell you all about two young

arose the Kenyan spirit of resilience that was

and beautiful individuals –

summarised in the statement: ‘We Are One’.

Orchid Restaurant proprietor

The Village Market, like other malls in the

Majid Khosrojerdi and Thai Village

country, stood in solidarity with Westgate under

chef Thiwa – who are adding some

the umbrella body of the Shopping Centre

spice to the Food Court. We also

Association of Kenya (SCAK). We pray that God

welcome Haute Perfumerie and

may comfort the bereaved, heal the aggrieved

Patrick Mavros as our New Villagers.

and give us all the strength to move on.

The Village Beat comes to you this month well put together with lots of information on our upcoming and past events. Worth noting was our annual corporate social responsibility (CSR) event, Kicks for Kids. This year saw a twist to our annual CSR campaign when we sought the assistance of young, energetic and emerging philanthropists to embellish over 300 pairs of

With these and so much more, it looks as if it’s going to be a great year after all.

Always

Ann

canvas shoes, transforming them into beautiful,

Ann Gitari

customised footwear in support of the Ahadi

Assistant Marketing Manager

Kenya Trust’s anti-jigger campaign.

The Village Market

In ‘Still Here’ we tell you about Kavita Shah

ann@villagemarket- kenya.com

and Francein van de Vijver, the new hairdressers who have joined Salon Malibu. Read all about their skills and talents and why you should book an appointment with them. Still on that hair theme, we have the gracious Amondi Buyu with a great story from Kaya Spa.

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Majid Khosrojerdi, Proprietor, Orchid Restaurant

Sharing a passion for Persian cuisine Q

What was the idea behind Orchid Restaurant?

I have always been interested in the restaurant business. I have wanted to own a restaurant in Kenya through which I could introduce the first Persian menu to the Kenyan market.

Q

Why did you choose The Village Market?

The Village Market has the best food

court in East Africa. Its architecture and open-air setting captures the essence of Kenya’s beautiful weather. A world-class food court deserves world-class cuisine to complement it.

Q

What makes Persian cuisine distinct?

The use of saffron as a spice is common

in Persian food. It gives the food a unique taste and colour. Persian food is not heavily spiced and yet it is very aromatic. The secret is in marinating – more so the meats – to come up with a fragrant meal.

Q

What has been your experience since opening in 2011?

At first it was very challenging because I was young and very new in the business.

While I knew what I wanted to do, I still had a lot to learn. However, The Village Market management has been very helpful and accommodating. My customers have also motivated me by sharing valuable feedback that we have appreciated.

Q

Orchid is known for its fair pricing for large servings. How do you determine

your price points?

As a businessman, it’s very easy to focus on the profit margin. However, I am strongly influenced by my Persian roots. In my culture, we believe that everyone who comes your way

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Five minutes with At only 26 years of age, Majid Khosrojerdi is perhaps the youngest restaurant owner at The Village Market. Here, he shares his secrets of success and what drives him.

must be treated with honour and should be well fed. This concept guides us to ensure our customers are satisfied and that we maintain high standards. I would rather lose money than serve bad quality food.

Q

Why is it important for you to be at the restaurant every day?

Like every institution, a business needs a leader.

Though I have other businesses, I care very much for my restaurant. I look forward to inter-

acting with my customers and staff every day.

My daily presence here has also given me an opportunity to learn how to cook, and people often think I am the chef. I really enjoy being here.

Q

How do you empower your staff?

My staff are my brothers. I have

known some of them for over eight years

people that just talk big and never do much.

now, having worked together in previous

Give up daydreaming and get to work. Quit

businesses. I encourage them to be respon-

relying on your parents. Once you make your

sible and appreciate their effort. I believe

own money, you will want to make even more.

you should never look down on your staff

With God’s help, hard work and motivation,

because the same waiter today could be

the sky’s the limit.

president tomorrow.

Q

You’re only 26 yet very confident. What drives you?

Q

What is your vision for Orchid?

In only two years Orchid has grown from

a simple concept to an established restaurant.

My father has been a great source of support

We have grown our customer base and even

and encouragement. Besides this, I made a

offer delivery services within Gigiri as well as

conscious decision to be serious in life at a

outside catering services for events. The saga

very young age. Even at business school, I

continues.

figured that business was not something one learned but something one purposed. It has to come from inside you. That said, I believe that I still have a lot to learn and I’m glad that I have been able to shed away the common habits of youth at an early age. I would advise young people to do the same. Stop staying

Orchid Restaurant Food Court

Tel: +254 733 575727 Tel: +254 733 940552

out late at night wasting time with groups of

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Five minutes with

Hamed Ehsani, Managing Director, The Village Market

New-look Village has so much more to offer

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Q

The Village Market has begun an ambitious multi-

constructed. Nonetheless, the upgraded facility will incorpo-

phase redevelopment project. What does it entail?

rate new, exciting recreation options for children and young

This is an exciting time for The Village Market. Our redevelopment plans will transform the complex and provide shoppers with an even more enjoyable experience. This includes an upgrade of existing facilities, new retail units, new conference facilities, a 187-room hotel, 600 additional

adults.

Q

How are you dealing with the inconveniences caused as a result of the project?

There is always difficulty in transition, especially when

parking bays and new recreation facilities to upgrade and

running a shopping centre. We are focusing on the exciting

improve the offering for everyone.

new features that will soon become part of The Village

Q

Market. We are committed to providing the best possible

Why did you embark on such an ambitious project?

shopping experience during the construction period and the

Nairobi is changing. As the city develops, we have

overall advancement of the retail industry in Nairobi upon

to adapt and update our offering. Nairobi North, the city’s diplomatic district, has developed into a vibrant, cosmo-

politan and eclectic neighbourhood. More businesses are moving into the area, creating employment and becoming a satellite business district. The Village Market has always been at the forefront of innovation in the retail sector.

Q

completion.

Q

How does the redevelopment project resonate with Nairobi’s urban planning?

The city is growing. We applaud recent initiatives by city officials to address the current and future needs of Nairobi’s population. There are a number of proposals on the table

What are some of the notable fittings in the new-look

that will allow better use of key areas in the city. One of

Food Court?

these areas is in the Gigiri/Limuru/Red Hill zone and our

We opted to take a break from the traditional Village look to a more modern and up-to-date image, which is promoted by new award-winning design ideas and availability of new products in the market. I invite everyone to come and be delighted by the new feel of East Africa’s award-winning eating destination – the best-rated food court at Taste Awards 2011.

Q

How have shoppers and diners received the new-look Food Court?

Initially there was resistance to change, but now shoppers love the new atmosphere and you can tell by the increase in foot traffic and sales of the shops that they have adopted the new concept well.

Q

development plan fits perfectly with this vision.

“We opted to take a break from the traditional Village look to a more modern and up-to-date image”

Q

What impact will the entire project have on the mall and the surrounding area?

The new project will have a great positive impact on the

With the completion of the Food Court as the first

mall as it will introduce new concepts and elements that

phase of the redevelopment project, what new

will enhance the experience of shoppers. With added new

features can we expect on completion of the second

services and retail offerings, Gigiri becomes increasingly

phase?

self-sufficient. The new design direction is also eco-friendly,

The intended improvements in this second phase include

in line with our vision of creating sustainable solutions to our

additional parking, expansion of the Nakumatt so that there

ongoing environmental conservation efforts.

is more variety of the offerings at the supermarket, introduction of new furniture and home furnishings and relocation of some of the important retail elements to more strategic locations, such as the bookshop, which will now be next to the redeveloped Nakumatt facility.

Q

Q

What will the entire project cost?

The overall cost of refurbishing the Food Court will

be around KES 41 million, while we have also committed a further KES 270 million for the Nakumatt facility expansion and new additions in that area. We are still finalising

What areas have and will be affected by the project?

plans. It is estimated that the multi-phase redevelopment

The extensive modernisation plans will affect the

project will be completed in 24 months at an approximate

current recreation operations, whereby most of our old

investment of KES 3 billion.

recreation facilities will be out of commission for about 18 months to make way for the upgrade project. Parking will also be affected until the two-level underground parking is

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Village News shOwcAse FOr green initiAtives At exPO The much anticipated Global South-South Development (GSSD) Expo 2013 was held from 28 October to 1 November at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) headquarters in Gigiri.

The theme was ‘Building Inclusive Green Economies: South-South Cooperation for Sustainable Development and Poverty Eradication’.

The Village Market was honoured to be invited as a publicity partner by helping announce the event within her community through existing elaborate communications mediums.

BOnus cArD PrOMOtiOn The second Bonus Card promotion, now under way, promises to be even bigger. Participants will earn e-points for every KES 2, 000 spent. Among the prizes up for grabs include safari and holiday packages, household items and art sculptures among others. For up-to-date news and information, join us online: Facebook: The Village Market Twitter: @VillageMarket or visit the Bonus Card Desk

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News

TRIBE HOTEL invests in new luxury transport fleet Tribe Hotel, the award-winning luxury boutique property in Gigiri, has taken delivery of a new fleet of luxury cars, with brand-new Range Rover Sport models and a Discovery 4 replacing the hotel’s existing fleet.

“This is a major upgrade in the hotel’s guest experience offering,” said Michael Flint, general manager of Tribe. “The Range Rover and Land Rover brands are synonymous with luxury, globally.” Tribe was recently selected as one of the Top 100 Hotels in the World by Robb Report, an accolade that follows significant recognition from the international press, including three Condé Nast Traveller Awards and a Wow Pick from Kiwi Collection, an authority on luxury travel.

The cars were supplied by RMA Motors, the official Land Rover and Jaguar dealership in Kenya, which entered the East African market in April this year, representing the

luxury automotive brands. Sanjiv Shah, chief executive of RMA Motors Kenya, said: “We are thrilled that Tribe has selected Range Rover and Land Rover for their fleet. We see this as the beginning of an exciting partnership between the two brands.”

The diesel-powered cars feature cutting-edge technology for fuel efficiency, safety and passenger comfort. The Range Rover Sport is equipped with features such as the Surround Camera System technology, which gives the driver a near 360 degree view of the car and its surroundings; and a HumanMachine Interface which controls the car’s entertainment, navigation and information systems as well as giving the driver keyless entry and one-touch starting features.

Passenger entertainment includes rear-seat screens in the headrests and a Harmon/Kardon surroundsound system.

Driving features of the technologyfilled cars, include Adaptive Cruise Control and Emergency Brake Assist, use the car’s radar technology to maintain a safe distance and detect changes in traffic speed. The proprietary e-Terrain Technology reduces CO2 emissions by detecting roadsurface conditions and adapting fuel use accordingly.

The luxury cars will be used for guest transport in and around Nairobi as well as to surrounding national parks and tourist attractions.

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What is the Bonus Card programme?

Our list of rewards

The Bonus Card loyalty programme,

holders can choose from a list of rewards

the first ever retail based loyalty reward

in the form of shopping vouchers and

system in Kenya, was initiated in 2000 to

discounts. The rewards include recrea-

reward regular shoppers at The Village

tion and dining vouchers; fashion and spa

Market. This scheme fosters customer

coupons; and safari packages.

loyalty and nurtures business activity within the shopping complex by encouraging repeat customer purchases.

Loyalty programmes have been

Based on total points accumulated, card-

Sign me up!

To qualify for the Bonus Card

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Bonus Card programme aims at

present pre-qualifying receipts at the

rewarding already-registered shoppers

Bonus Card help desk. Our team will

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with a copy of any valid identification

As a Bonus Card member you can

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then processes the shopper’s application

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How does it work?

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Loyal shoppers are spoilt for choice,

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Hard-to-get Michael is now a loyal convert

M

ichael Flint was simply looking to

Masai Mara with his family, promising Mark to

holiday in Kenya with his family when

stop by the Tribe when he got to Nairobi.

his long-time friend, former Tribe

Not one to give up, Mark brought the

general manager Mark Somen, asked Michael

matter up again when they met. It was also a

if he would be interested in his job.

great opportunity for Michael to see Nairobi’s

Mark was looking for someone to replace

renowned Tribe Hotel. Prior to his visit, he had

him at Tribe, but at the time, Michael wasn’t

read about this boutique destination only on

very warm to the idea. He had just moved his

the hotel’s website. After a grand tour of the

family from New York to London, had a good

luxurious establishment and a chat with the

job with Park Plaza Hotels and was worried that

directors, Michael decided he wanted to be a

his children would be affected by such a big

part of Tribe’s elegance and success. All he had

move. So he pushed the proposal to the back

to do was convince his family that the move

of his mind and embarked on a holiday to the

would be worth it.

Michael Flint, General Manager, Tribe Hotel

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Profiler Nearly two years later, it is hard to think of

Michael has a broad understanding of the

Tribe without thinking of Michael Flint. His keen

various factors influencing the hospitality

sense of hospitality and strategic planning has

industry in the region and around the world.

pervaded the hotel’s structure. Exciting plans

“It’s a very exciting time in Kenya,” he says.

are in the offing, too, including the introduc-

“Hence the interest from such international

tion of a destination bar as well as a modern

brands as Kempinski and the Caramel Group

café. Most to look forward to, of course, is the

of Restaurants. Couple this with the discovery

second hotel to be built at The Village Market.

of various minerals, oil and natural gas and you

“The second hotel will make The Village Market and the entire Gigiri area a destination for both tourists and local residents,” says Michael.

Following the same boutique design, the

have a country full of anticipation.”

According to Michael, Kenya is set to be the next nation to experience an economic boom.

An increasing number of investors have their eye

anticipated hotel will cater more to business

on the country. Soon, more investment confer-

needs in the area with four-and-a half star

ences and festivals will be held in the region.

accommodation, high-tech conferencing facilities and unique outlets.

“As all this takes place, Tribe will move on to join the six-star realm of hotels,” says Michael.

Conventions “The more quality beds we have, the more we

What will this mean for The Village Market

will entice international groups to come in, to

as a shopping complex? According to Michael,

the point we can host city-wide conventions,”

it can only get better for shop owners and

he says.

shoppers. He likens the outlets to a row of

“Hospitality is a big business. That is why

books on a shelf, with the two hotels acting as

everybody is trying to get into it, because the

bookends.

profit margins are huge. In order to get to that

Successful

pot of gold, you can do so many things. If you don’t have hospitality – and this should not to be confused with service – you don’t get the

“The bookends prop the books up so that

gold. Yes, you have to watch your costs and,

none of them falls,” says Michael. “And if we

yes, you have to have a sales strategy and the

are smart about what kind of books we fill our library with, we will be successful. Any one of the books could be an interesting restaurant or a high-end fashion outlet. Whatever the case, every outlet at The Village Market should continue to create an accommodating experience for their clients to guarantee repeat business.”

With over 25 years in the hospitality industry, Michael’s credentials are enviable. He began his

“The second hotel will make The Village Market and the entire Gigiri area a destination for both tourists and local residents”

career at the Ritz Carlton Hotels in New York

right people to make a profit. But if it doesn’t

in 1987. Before that, he had worked in restau-

come from the heart, it won’t happen. Because

rants while still at university. He also worked for

that’s what the heart does, it brings people

Boca Raton Resorts & Club and was eventually

back. You could serve the guests with robots,

recruited by Ian Schrager Hotels (associated

but chances are your guests won’t come back.

with the famous Studio 54 nightclub owner),

I often say that you can operate a successful

working at the Delano Hotel in Miami Beach

hotel out of a cardboard box. Some owners

from 1996.

focus so much on the profit margin they end up

“In my opinion, Ian Schrager was the pioneer

having not-so-successful hotels or businesses.

of lifestyle, boutique-type hotels, and when I

If you don’t have a sense of relationship and

saw Tribe, I appreciated its style. I was espe-

hospitality and you don’t apply some emotional

cially impressed with the hotel’s architecture,

intelligence, you will go nowhere.”

use of space and amazing artwork. It’s a beautiful hotel that can rival any boutique hotel anywhere in the world.”

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BOOK wOrM WARRIOR PRINCESS Author: Mindy Budgor Price: KES 1,680

Tired of her job, bored of waiting for her university application to be processed, Mindy Budgor decided to make some changes. Driven by cultural curiosity, passion, fearlessness and a set of Jewish parents breathing fire down her neck, she bought herself a ticket to Kenya to volunteer on a building project in the Masai Mara. After two weeks of working, sharing meals and hiking at dawn with the Maasai, Mindy asked the chief why there were no female warriors. His terse reply – that women aren’t strong enough or brave enough to do men’s work – hit a nerve. Mindy and her fellow volunteer Becca lobbied the chief to train them to become Maasai warriors. Trading in their Egyptian cotton pillowcases, cushy mattresses, down-filled quilts and matzah ball soup for leaf beads, tattered wool blankets and goat head soup, Mindy and Becca began a new routine of slaughtering goats and cows, spear training, buffalo hunting and drinking animal blood. Ultimately they transformed the chief’s notions of female strength and courage and were inducted into the clan, becoming the world’s first female Maasai warriors.

WE NEED NEW NAMES

SPEAK SWAHILI, DAMMIT! Author: James Penhaligon Price: 1,740

Foreword: Memory is strange. It is said there is no such thing as history – only biography, the way a person recalls an event. Others may remember the same thing differently. Fifty years is a long time; enough to forget or warp much. This book is based on my personal recall of events. Big things, like my father’s death, the leopard that hitched a ride and the events surrounding Uhuru or independence for Tanganyika territory, are accurate enough. Smaller day-to-day happenings draw on memory with a varying level of accuracy, glued together by some necessary invention.

LAND OF SECOND CHANCES: The Impossible Rise of Rwanda’s Cycling Team Author: Tim Lewis

Author: NoViolet Bulawayo

Price: 2,200

Price: KES 1,680

Meet Adrien Niyonshuti, a member of the Rwandan cycling team. Adrien was seven years old when he lost most of his family in the 1994 genocide that tore Rwanda apart. Nearly 20 years later he was shot at while representing his country at the Olympics. Meet Jack Boyer: the coach of Team Rwanda. One of the top American cyclists of all time, Jock recognises the innate talent for endurance that Rwandans possess. A man with a dark past, Jock is in need of a second chance. Meet Tom Ritchey, the visionary inventor of the mountain bike and the United States money man looking to recover from a profound crisis. In ‘Land of Second Chances’ Tim Lewis charts the incredible true story of the Rwandan cycling team as they confront impossible odds to inspire a nation.

Darling and her friends live in a shanty called Paradise – which, of course, is no such thing. It isn’t all bad, though. There’s mischief and adventure, games of ‘Find bin Laden’, stealing guavas and singing Lady Gaga hits at the tops of their voices.

They dream of the paradise of America, Dubai and Europe, where Madonna and Barack Obama and David Beckham live. For Darling, that dream will come true.

But, like thousands of people all over the world trying to forge new lives far from home, Darling finds this new paradise brings its own set of challenges – for her and also for those she has left behind.

Books available at:

Westlands Sundries Level 1, Opposite Steers Tel: +254 20 7122437 Email: wsundries@nbi.ispkenya.com

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Off the Shelf THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO: Between Hope & Despair Author: Michael Deibert Price: 2,035

The Democratic Republic of Congo has been home to the deadliest conflict of the post-war era and hosts the largest United Nations peacekeeping mission in the world. In this compelling book, acclaimed journalist Michael Deibert paints a picture of a nation in flux, inching towards peace but at the same time solidifying into another era of authoritarian rule under its enigmatic president, Joseph Kabila. Featuring a wealth of first-hand interviews, the narrative travels from war-torn villages in the country’s east to the pulsing capital of Kinshasa in order to bring us the voices of the Congolese and explore the complicated political, ethnic and economic geography of this tattered land.

A ‘must read’ for anyone interested in contemporary Africa, ‘The Democratic Republic of Congo: Between Hope and Despair’ sheds new light on this sprawling and often misunderstood country that has become iconic both for its great potential and dashed hopes.

AMERICANAH Author: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Price: 1,680

As teenagers in a Lagos secondary school, Ifemelu and Obinze fall in love.

Their Nigeria is under military dictatorship and people are leaving the country if they can. Ifemelu – beautiful, self-assured – departs for America to study. She experiences defeats and triumphs and finds and loses relationships and friendships, all the while feeling the weight of something she never thought of back home: race. Obinze – the quiet, thoughtful son of a professor – had hoped to join her, but post 9/11 America will not let him in and he plunges into a dangerous, undocumented life in London.

Years later, he is a wealthy man in a newly democratic Nigeria, while Ifemelu has achieved success as the writer of an eyeopening blog about race in America. But when Ifemelu decides to return home, she and Obinze will face the toughest decision of their lives. Fearless, gripping, at once darkly funny and tender, spanning three continents and numerous lives, ‘Americanah’ is a richly told story set in today’s globalised world: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s most powerful and astonishing novel yet.

INFERNO Author: Dan Brown Price: 2,320

In the heart of Italy, Harvard professor of symbology Robert Langdon is drawn into a harrowing world centred on one of history’s most enduring and mysterious literary masterpieces – Dante’s ‘Inferno’.

Against this backdrop, Langdon battles a chilling adversary and grapples with an ingenious riddle that pulls him into a landscape of classic art, secret passageways and futuristic science. Drawing from Dante’s dark epic poem, Langdon races to find answers and decide whom to trust before the world is irrevocably altered.

AND THE MOUNTAINS ECHOED Author: Khaleed Hosseini Price: 1,800

Afghanistan, 1952. Abdullah and his sister Pari live in the small village of Shadbagh.

To Abdullah, Pari – as beautiful and sweet-natured as the fairy for which she was named – is everything. More like a parent than a brother, Abdullah will do anything for her, even trading his only pair of shoes for a feather for her treasured collection. Each night they sleep together in their cot, their heads touching, their limbs tangled. One day the siblings journey across the desert to Kabul with their father. Pari and Abdullah have no sense of the fate that awaits them there, for the event which unfolds will tear their lives apart. Sometimes a finger must be cut to save a hand. Crossing generations and continents, moving from Kabul to Paris to San Francisco to the Greek island of Tinos, Khaled Hosseini writes about the bonds that define us and shape our lives and tells how the choices we make resonate through history.

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New Villager

Haute Parfumerie

Sweet smell of success

H

ere’s introducing the largest,

The proprietors, with other busi-

most exclusive perfume store

nesses in the region and abroad, are

in Nairobi. With its attractive

eager to maintain the highest stand-

pink-and-black shades, inviting scents

ards by allowing customers to choose

and array of products, the store has

from a wide range of original products.

become increasingly popular with

In this way, Haute Parfumerie has

female clients since it opened at The

expanded its customer base signifi-

Village Market a couple of months ago.

cantly within a few months of opening.

High end

trained staff on hand to advise clients

Haute Parfumerie stocks such

ideal choice of scent.

high-end brands as Chanel, Chris-

way to begin the run-up to Christmas.

What’s more, the shop has highly on various products and help find their Clients can also look forward to

tian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Dolce &

an even greater variety of top brands

Gabbana, Carolina Herrera, Gucci and

such as Victoria’s Secret and Bath &

Guerlain to name but a few. Also avail-

Body skin care products. For now,

able are high quality body splashes

though, the outlet is starting the festive

and body butters.

season with a ‘40 per cent off’ sale of

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its products. There couldn’t be a better

Haute Parfumerie Level 1, across Identity Tel: +254 705 226624

New Villager

Patrick Mavros

Lifestyle boutique makes East African debut

W

e are proud to introduce

Fulham Road store. Forbes, mean-

his customers. Inside the boutique,

a truly African brand

while, is based in Mauritius, where he

customers will feel as though they have

into our Village Market

has created a beautiful collection of

stepped into another world in which

marine-inspired jewellery.

they are very special. The truly person-

stable. Patrick Mavros opens its first East African shop in Nairobi in

alised approach of the Patrick Mavros

of romance and adventure synony-

Luxury

mous with Africa.

From small silver earrings to opulent

memory of a pleasant conversation

objets d’art, this luxury design house

with the shop assistant.

November, bringing with it a flavour

This unique lifestyle house began

brand means that everyone leaves with something special, even if it’s only the

in Harare, Zimbabwe, when Patrick

has something for everyone. Made of

Whether you’re looking for an

Mavros carved a beautiful pair of

top-quality silver sourced in Switzer-

intricately designed pair of earrings

earrings for his wife. He had discovered

land, each piece is designed by the

or opting to indulge in a special objet

a natural talent and went on to use the

Mavros family and created by artisans

d’art, Patrick Mavros is the perfect

age-old method of lost-wax casting,

in Zimbabwe. Their pieces have

place to begin your search.

whereby a mould is used only once.

become well known because of their

The new Patrick Mavros store at

popularity with the British Royal Family

The Village Market is due to open in

consists of Patrick, his wife Catja and

and other high-profile clients such as

November and we invite you to visit.

their four sons, each of whom plays a

the author J.K. Rowling.

Today, the house of Patrick Mavros

vital role in the business. Their pieces

The arrival of Patrick Mavros in

are designed with an innate sense of

Nairobi heralds a new type of shopping

African magic and enduring memories,

experience – one that may be familiar

each inspired by an adventure in the

to those who have visited the London

bush or a chance encounter with a

store. Every customer is treated as

wild animal. Patrick and Catja live in

a personal guest and, in days gone

Zimbabwe with their two youngest

by, Patrick insisted on meeting all

Patrick Mavros

For more information, go to: www.patrickmavros.co.uk

sons, while Alex, the eldest, is based in London, where he manages their

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KArurA FOrest site visit

T

he Village Market management team paid a visit to the Karura Forest family trail site, where 3,000 tree seedlings were planted on World

Environment Day in June – Phase I of a project to plant

Pink Month

sAlOns DO their Bit FOr cAncer AwAreness

O

ctober is globally marked as the ‘pink month’ to raise awareness and dispel myths about cancer.

The Village Market has been collaborating with

the Kenya Cancer Association (KENCASA) on a project to rebuild the self-esteem of women who have lost one or both breasts to cancer by providing breast prosthetics for women who cannot afford them.

Grassroots Throughout October, the Grassroots Beauty Salon, Salon Malibu and Dream Nails agreed to be ‘pink ambassadors’ by acting as donation centres for KENCASA. A minimum donation of KES 200 went towards the purchase of special brassieres and arm sleeves. Every Village Market shopper or client who donated to the cause received special branded merchandise as an acknowledgement of their donation.

This follows the successful hair-shaving auction last year which enabled over 60 women to receive breast prosthesis. That event was due to be held again this year at the Exhibition Hall on 31 October to mark the end of cancer awareness month.

Information For further inquiries, email: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com or telephone 020-712 2488-90

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9,000 seedlings in order to gradually replace the exotic species with indigenous ones.

Thanks to careful nurturing, the tree seedlings have taken root and according to the Senior Scout, Mr John Chege, they have a 90 per cent survival rate.

Social Responsibility

Young artists get creative in a good cause

E

very year, The Village Market Management organises a major corporate social responsibility campaign in support of various

deserving community projects.

Last year’s event, Club Art, involved members of the art community in Kenya donating 100 beautifully decorated rungus (clubs) which were auctioned to the public as works of art. Proceeds from this CSR initiative went to the Peace Caravan Trust in support of its peace-building programmes in the run-up to the general election.

Engaged In 2011 we again engaged the art community in the Heart of Art campaign, which saw a number of paintings auctioned to the public. Proceeds from that event were used to buy food for famine-stricken communities in northern Kenya through the Kenya Red Cross Society.

This year saw a twist to our annual CSR campaign.

On 21 September we sought the assistance of young, energetic and emerging philanthropists aged three and a half to 12 years to decorate more than 300 pairs of canvas shoes, transforming them into beautiful customised footwear.

However, we had to end the event unceremoniously after just one hour following news of the terror attack in Wetlands. Due to the uncertainty of the situation in the area and in order to protect our customers and tenants against any possible similar situation, The Village Market was voluntarily shut down for the rest of the day.

Decorate In spite of this, our young philanthropists still had something to show in just under an hour. With more shoes left to decorate, we hope to hold a repeat event soon.

A heartfelt thank-you to all parents and children who registered to take part in the events, as well as to our tenants, partners and sponsors: Ahadi Kenya Trust, Capital FM and Capital Kids.

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Hairstyle wizards pass the Salem test

By Amondi Buyu, Natural Wellness Practitioner, Kaya Spa, Tribe Hotel

T

alking to Salem this morning, I

her to the two stylists, Willy and Steve.

be done. Steve is already preparing

realise she is not just having a

These guys, in my opinion, are the best

the sink for the first wash. These two

bad hair day – she is having a

in the business and have what it takes

guys are amazing; they work together

bad hair year. Close to tears, she says

to fix any kind of hair disaster. Salem is

effortlessly. The two stylists then hold

that recently she has tried a range of

hesitant about removing her head wrap,

a consultation, asking Salem a series

styles and two stylists, but nothing

and when she reveals what she is hiding

of questions. Really, it all sounds like

seems to work.

I can understand why. Underneath her

jargon to me.

Considering that I have approxi-

wrap is a messy mop of what looks like

mately five locks of hair, I am not one

a combination of a badly kept wig and

to sympathise readily. I realise that

blond cat hair. If these guys can fix this

Verdict

all this is new to me and I don’t know

then they can fix anything.

Willy leads Salem to the sink for her

hair. My hair has been in its completely

first wash. I wonder what the verdict

even then I didn’t pay attention to its

Thirsty

health. People say ‘Listen to your hair’

Salem’s hair is not dirty or anything like

excavation site; I must bear witness to

but I don’t know how healthy hair is

that; it just looks thirsty, dry and limp.

whatever miracle is about to happen.

supposed to feel or look, or whether

A closer look tells me it is breaking and

natural state since I was a child; and

is. I sit down to watch this process.

Nothing will take me away from this

Steve tells me what he thinks may

it is moisturised, dry, too oily, strong,

damaged. I say a silent prayer, hoping

have happened to Salem’s hair. The

weak or dead.

the two guys will know what to do with

dryness and frizz suggest an episode

it. Willy maintains a straight face as he

of chemical abuse – a major cause

Spa, Salem swears this is her last

runs his fingers through it and analyses

of damaged hair, apparently. When

attempt to restore her hair. I introduce

the scalp, pondering over what should

products such as relaxers and hair

As we enter the hair studio at Kaya

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Kaya Spa

“…each step of the plan to repair her badly damaged hair has been explained to her.“ place and even Salem is smiling.

colour are easily accessible, almost

chop off her hair? Salem doesn’t look

anyone can buy and use them. A lot of

fazed, though, and I realise that each

the time, they aren’t used properly and

step of the plan to repair her badly

to be back after two days for another

that is when the damage sets in. It can

damaged hair has been explained to

protein treatment and after two weeks

be especially difficult to apply a relaxer

her. Steve grabs a pair of scissors and

for a cholesterol and moisture treat-

to new growth, which is why paying a

gets to work. Bit by bit the shoulder-

ment. The hair reconstruction will take

professional to do this is highly recom-

length hair is reduced to ear-length

four months. As Willy is talking to her,

mended.

hair. Mouth wide open, I am witnessing

Steve quickly threads her eyebrows to

a complete makeover.

create a perfect arch. A glance at Salem

Relaxed

What follows the cut is a deep

The advice follows. Salem will have

now reveals that the cut has brought

protein treatment massaged into the

out her face and she looks stylish,

Overlapping relaxers on previously

still-damp hair. The guys says this is a

elegant and quite lovely. I slowly exhale

relaxed hair makes it weaker and will

great way to revamp dry or damaged

and I realise that, this whole time, I have

eventually lead to breakage. Willy

hair because it moisturises and

hardly been breathing.

expresses his opinion at this point. He

strengthens it. The protein is left for 15

thinks the application of harsh colour

minutes under the dryer and some of

on Salem’s chemically processed hair

the weakened cells are revived.

is evident and thus another potential

Willy re-rinses the hair and blow

Ka ya Spa & Studio

After the first wash, Willy leads

The effortless way he handles his dryer,

Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 20 7120171/ 7200656

Salem to the barber’s chair. I start to

comb and tongs is amazing. Before my

Email: kaya@tribehotel-kenya.com

panic. Do these guys seriously want to

very eyes a transformation has taken

damage scenario.

dries and styles it. This is spot-on skill.

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Well-Being

holistic therapy

g n i lk a t s m o t a r u o y t e G

T

his time we are going to

focus on a relatively unknown leading-edge therapy called

the BodyTalk System™.

BodyTalk is a simple and effective holistic therapy that allows the body’s energy systems to be resynchro-

A BodyTalk session usually lasts between 15 minutes and one hour, so you can just relax Flexible and safe

just how many changes and correc-

BodyTalk can be used as a stand-

tions it is ready to initiate in any given

at all times. Through exposure to the

alone system to treat many chronic

session and will therefore indicate

stresses of day-to-day life, however,

and acute health problems; or it can

when the session is complete and may

these lines of communication can

be seamlessly integrated with any

even establish a time when you may

become compromised or discon-

health care regimen to increase its

need to return for a follow-up session.

nected, leading to a decline in physical,

overall effectiveness. The system’s

emotional and/or mental well-being.

major assets are its simplicity, safety

Reconnecting these lines of commu-

and the speed of results.

nised so they can operate as nature intended. Each system, cell and atom is in constant mutual communication

nication enables the body’s internal

BodyTalk is non-invasive, objective

Worldwide reach Currently, there are over 2,000

in application and works effectively on

BodyTalk practitioners worldwide and

humans and animals alike. If a BodyTalk

more than 100 instructors teaching

technique is implemented incorrectly,

BodyTalk in 35 countries. There is a

there will be no result or change; it will

real momentum building with this

not make things worse. Because of

modality around the world, particularly

this built-in safety factor, anyone who

in the USA, Canada, Germany, Japan,

receives BodyTalk has nothing to lose

Australia and South Africa. Some very

and everything to gain in terms of his

respectable and reputable doctors,

or her health and wellness.

scientists and health professionals

Tailored just for you

are becoming full-time BodyTalk practitioners as the results speak for themselves. Internationally certified

BodyTalk sessions are easy, safe and

BodyTalk practitioners are now oper-

comfortable. They are done with the

ating in Kenya. For details go to www.

client fully clothed. A BodyTalk session

bodytalksystem.com and look under

mechanisms to function at optimal

usually lasts between 15 minutes and

‘Find a practitioner’.

levels, thus repairing and preventing

one hour. The length of a session is

disease while rapidly accelerating the

not indicative of the quality of the

BodyTalk System? Why not come

healing process. In this way, BodyTalk

session or the results that occur, as

along to the public presentation at

stimulates the body’s innate ability to

even the simplest sessions can be

Elixir Health on Thursday 7 November

balance and heal itself at all levels.

quite profound. The body-mind knows

at 10.30 am.

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Want to know more about the

Elixir Health

Above Food Court Tel. +254 (220) 7120217 Email: elixirhealthkenya@gmail.com

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Still Here

Salon Malibu

Girls on a mission to create the perfect coiffure

T

ucked away on the third level

Joining the Salon Malibu team this

of The Village Market complex

year are hairdressers Kavita Shah and

is Salon Malibu, a quaint yet

Francein van de Vijver. Kavita has been

made a point of sharing her knowledge with local hairdressers.

Debbie Wainwright, co-proprietor

sophisticated hair and beauty parlour

passionate about hairdressing from

of Salon Malibu, says it is the infusion

that has been serving clients for over

a young age. She trained in London

of young talent such as Kavita and

15 years.

with Toni & Guy, an internationally

Francein that gives the salon its

renowned brand with a reputation as

vibrancy.

The salon is known for its profes-

So why not try Salon Malibu today?

sional service, its wide range of

innovators, bridging the gap between

imported hair and beauty products

high fashion and hairdressing. This is

Relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or a

and its ability to serve all customers

exemplified by the brand’s sponsorship

glass of wine as the salon’s enthusi-

and deal with all types of hairstyles.

of London Fashion Week and London

astic staff go about transforming your

Fashion Weekend.

image from fab to glam.

Popular So popular is the salon that clients

Training

come from as far as Karen, while

Francein received her training at the

others book their hair appointments

Dutch Hairdressing Academy before

a month in advance. Salon Malibu is

embarking on a hairdressing career in

Next to Tamambo Bar & Grill Open from 8 am to 7 pm

owned and run by Mark Wardley and

the Netherlands for six years. Having

(Closed Sundays and Mondays)

Debbie Wainwright, a charming couple

lived in Tanzania for five years, she

with 30 years of hairdressing experi-

has a burning desire to improve hair-

ence between them. They run the

dressing standards in the region. A

salon with the assistance of qualified

teacher, with past experience working

Tel: +254 (20) 7122470 +254 (20) 7122471 Cell: +254 733 624552 +254 725 504190

staff from all over the world.

in the service industry, Francein has

Salon Malibu

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Tyre tips

Clearing up the myth of women and car knowledge

By Reema Doshi, PR & Marketing Manager, Kingsway Tyres Ltd

I

t is a common notion that women don’t know about cars; that when our car breaks down we call for

help; that we don’t know about servicing or maintenance and leave this to the men or rely on mechanics.

While this may hold true for a few women drivers, in the main we are well educated and understand the meaning of owning and maintaining a car.

When I bought my first car, I didn’t understand many of the mechanical issues and had to call for help when it broke down. I learnt very quickly – while wishing some of this could have been taught as part of my driving lessons – but it was situational learning.

The same goes for tyres. When I bought my first set of tyres I was ripped off by a mechanic who charged me more and fitted very cheap tyres.

Understanding

cially helpful when you want to

Cars are everyone’s concern when it

replace worn-out tyres. They are best

comes to our own safety and the safety

At our annual Women’s Tyre Clinic we

replaced when there is 1.6 mm of tread

of those in the vehicle with us. And

give you an understanding of your tyres

depth remaining. Are you replacing

knowledge of basic car components

and your car. Here are a few points we

them with good quality tyres? Tyre

will help us make informed decisions

cover that each of us should know:

maintenance is important. Fix punc-

about maintenance and long life.

tures, keep your tyres at the correct

If you would like to take part in

Car maintenance. It will save you

pressure, get your wheels balanced

the next Women’s Tyre Clinic on 2

money and time and prolong the life of

and aligned regularly.

November at the Tribe Hotel, you can register by email to:

your vehicle.

Road safety tips. There are specific

customerservice@kingswaytyres.com

Regular checks. There are simple

points for women drivers. For example,

or ann@villagemarket-kenya.com

things you can check daily such as

do not apply make-up while driving – an

tyre pressures, fuel gauge, engine oil

obvious rule, but often ignored. Drive

and coolant levels, battery and any

slowly and cautiously when it is raining,

leaks visible under the vehicle. Before

giving way to pedestrians and so on.

a journey, vital checks include spare wheel and tyre, car insurance, tools

Practice. Open the bonnet, learn

and lights.

where the important components of your vehicle are, know where the spare

Tyre maintenance. Read the size

tyre and tools are placed and learn to

marked on your tyres. This is espe-

change a tyre.

Kingswa y Tyres

1st Level, next to Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 (20) 7120171 www.kingswaytyres.com Facebook: Kingswaytyres

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Village Diary

VILLAGE DIARY NOVEMBER

WEEKLY EVENTS

Lands and Property Expo

Green Corner Eco-market

Date: 28 November to 2 December Location: New Hall

Every first and last Tuesday of the month The Village Market hosts vendors of green products in a unique showcase of eco-friendly ideas, products and innovations for everyday living. We invite buyers, suppliers, creators and developers of eco-conscious products and services to this unique platform. Contact the Management Office for more details.

The Expo will offer visitors an opportunity to sample the latest trends defining style that make up residential and commercial properties offered by various developers and also network with potential business partners. For exhibiting and marketing opportunities during the expo, get in touch with Peter on 0725-315546.

Candy Factory Date: 23 November

Pots and Plants Every Wednesday we call all gardening enthusiasts to the weekly Pots and Plants event, at which vendors of plants and gardening accessories offer their products for sale.

Nairobi VIP presents the Candy Store Fair. Get ready for a sugar high at this ‘sweet tooth’ event in conjunction with dealers in the confectionery and snacks industry on 23 November. For more information contact nairobivip@gmail.com.

Kalabash Exhibition Date: 25 November Kalabash Selections Ltd will showcase the second Traditions Exhibition at the New Hall from 13 to 25 November.

For more information about any of the events contact The Village Market: Tel: +254 (0)20 712 2488-90 Email: pr@villagemaket-kenya.com Facebook Page: The Village Market Twitter Handle: @VillageMarket Web: www.villagemarket-kenya.com

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Savour

Thai Village

Thai chef Thiwa serves up a winning recipe

W

ith the completion of The Village Market’s new-look Food Court

comes a new restaurant, Thai Village.

Everything is simply right about this charming food outlet: the beautiful tiles on the wall, the open grill that gives customers the pleasure of watching their food prepared and the hard-to-miss 70 kg figure of a smiling Buddha that seems to put every customer at ease.

Most popular, of course, is the outlet’s celebrity chef. Thiwa brings with her the knowledge of true Thai cuisine and years of culinary experience working in five-star hotels such as the Sankara.

New look Thai Village proprietor Bobby Aurora, who also owns the Khazana Restaurant next door, says the new-look Food Court deserves the best chefs and food menus to complement it. “It’s about serving five-star food at threestar rates,” he says.

By maintaining that authentic spicy Thai taste, the restaurant has been able to attract a loyal customer base within a few weeks of opening. So popular has the menu become that those who can’t make it to The Village Market have their meals delivered to them.

“When we started, we were delivering to five homes daily,” says Bobby. “Now we make at least 20-plus home and office deliveries every day.” This is an addition to off-the-counter sales as

panang and yellow curries also avail-

well as outside catering services, which

able. In addition, the menu includes

the outlet provides.

soups and salads, meat and vegetarian

The restaurant’s green and red

dishes, seafood , sizzlers and barbe-

curries are popular with diners looking

cues, all served with a choice of rice or

to have their taste buds tantalised, with

noodles.

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Thai Village

Food Court Tel: +254 712 848770

A to Z

THE VILLAGE MARKET AT A GLANCE Food & Restaurants Arlecchinno Art Caffé Dorman’s Coffee House German Point Jiko – Tribe Hotel Khazana Orchid Osteria Gigiri Planet Yogurt Pomodoro Pizzeria Prime Cuts Deli Revive Juice Bar Ro-Ro Chinese Fast Food Ro-Ro Chinese Restaurant Sofra (Sea World) Seven Seafood & Grill Steers & Debonairs Pizza Tamambo Bar & Grill Taste of Africa Thai Village Tiramisu

Fashion & Accessories Adele Dejak Athens Barton Bata City Walk Coco Chic Diana’s Boutique Fabric Gallery Fahari Bridal Haute Perfumerie Identity Jaishiv Khazana Jit Gems Jooal

Kazuri Beads Kikoy Company Kwanza Lavent Istanbul Made in Africa Mille Collines Nairobi Sports House Oltre One Way Santoria Milanesi Sandstorm Trevor Collection Woolworths

Health & Beauty Belladonna Pharmacy Dream Nails Elixir Health Grassroots Haute Perfumerie Jaff’s Optical Salon Malibu Salon Natalie Taut Village Dental Clinic

Arts, Crafts & Gifts Arabian Corner Artz Gallery Blue Rhino Handcraft Centre Jit Crafts Kitengela Hot Glass Slippers Glitter Toy World Wishes

Financial Services Barclays Prestige Centre Cenhi Ltd CFC Stanbic Bank Chase Bank Commercial Bank of Africa Co-op Bank ATM Diamond Trust Bank DTB ATM Pesa Point Eco Bank ATM Equity ATM Imperial Bank Kenya Commercial Bank NIC Bank Standard Chartered ATM Village Forex Bureau VSF International (K) Ltd

Other Services AA Driving School Bobby Pall Photography Bunson Travel Services DHL Global Forwarding Kenya Airways Sales Office Kenya Valuers Estate Agents Kingsway Tyre Centre Kiwi Shop KK Security Phoenix Safaris Post Office Safaricom Service Centre Schofield & Associates Shifaz Vet Clinic Tintoria Drycleaners Village Photoshop Wynton House of Music

Essentials All Times News Stand Blue Lily Flower Shop Catermart Essential Communication Solutions H2O (Pure Flow) Nakumatt Nokia Shop Personal Systems Pets & Pots Power Innovations Ltd Prime Cuts Butchery Sugar Candy Technology House Westlands Sundries Zeus Development Co. Ltd Zucchini Greengrocers

Furniture & Furnishings 1001 Pots (Home Décor) Casa In Kashmir Arts Palacina Interiors Past & Present Persian Carpets Pinkopallino Sweet Dreams

Recreation & Entertainment Dream Zone Playground Exhibition Halls Hi-Tide (Water Park) Putt-O-Mania (Mini Golf)

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Village Market

essential contacts & INFORMATION All Times News Stand

Monday to Friday: 8am to 8pm Sunday: 10am to 8pm Tel: 0721 888222/ 0736 313345/ 0720 695114 Email: atmina@villagemarket-kenya.com

Barclays Bank Prestige Centre

Monday to Saturday: 8.30am to 8.30pm Sunday: 10am to 4pm Tel: +254 20 7122741/ 7120042/ 7121963 prestige.village-market@barclays.com

Belladonna Pharmacy

Monday to Saturday: 8.30pm to 8.30pm Sunday & Public Holidays: 10am to 7.30pm Tel: +254 20 7122141 / 0735 122147 admin@belladonnapharmacy.com

Bonus Card

Monday to Saturday: 8.30am to 5.30pm Sunday: 10am to 5pm Tel: +254 20 7122488/90 Email: bonuscard@villagemarket-kenya.com

Bunson Travel (Carlson Wagonlit Kenya) Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5pm Sunday: 9.30am to 12noon Tel: +254 20 7121235/7124757/7122080 info@bunsontravel.co.ke

Commercial Bank of Africa (CBA) Monday to Friday: 9am to 4pm Saturday: 9am to 12noon Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 7120263/346 0710 60235/ 0737 800170

Chase Bank

Monday to Friday: 10am to 5pm Saturday: 10am to 2pm Sunday: 11am to 2pm Tel: +254 20 2774262/ 263

Dormans Coffee Shop

Monday to Thursday: 8am to 6.30pm Friday & Saturday: 8.30am to 10pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10pm to 7pm Tel: +254 20 2082379/ 0702 978945/ 0722 589521 Email: dorman@village.co.ke

Kenya Airways Sales & Ticketing Office Monday to Friday: 9am to 6pm Saturdays: 9am to 3pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 7121072/ 7120241 +254 20 6422790-9 Email: contact@kenya-airways.com

Kenya Commercial Bank

Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 6.30pm Saturday: 8.30am to 4.00pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 7122012/ 7122003/ 7120483 Email: villagemarket@kcb.co.ke

Management & Security Office

Monday to Saturday: 8.30am to 5pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10am to 5.30pm Tel: +254 20 7122488/90 Email: admin@villagemarket-kenya.com

Shifaz Veterinary Clinic

Monday to Friday: 9am to 6pm Saturday: 9am to 12noon Sunday: 10am to 11am Public Holidays: On appointment Tel: +254 7124166/ 0722 511761/ 0733 775064

Starflix Theatres

Level 3, Opposite Superbowl Open daily – Tel: +254 716 883872

Superbowl

Monday to Thursday: 9am to 11pm Friday to Sunday: 9am to 12midnight Tel: +254 20 7123141 Email: recreation@villagemarket-kenya.com

The Village Market Taxi Service Available 24hrs daily Tel: 0717 207662

Village Dental Clinic

Monday to Sunday: 8.30am to 8pm Tel: +254 20 7122507/8/9 Email: mgrvillage@nakumatt.net

NIC Bank

Technology House Kenya Ltd

Phoenix Safaris

Tintoria Drycleaners

Monday to Friday: 9am to 4pm Saturday: 9am to 11.30pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 2888791-4 0720 365036/ 0720 364993/ 0711 041791/2 Email: moveinfo@nic-bank.com

Monday to Friday: 9.30am to 6pm Saturday: 9.30am to 4.30pm Tel: +254 20 7124172

Diamond Trust Bank

Post Office

Monday to Friday: 8am to 8pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 8am to 4pm Tel: +254 20 7122270/ 7122271/ 2357982 0 711 300003/ 0733 440074 Email: info@dtbkenya.co.ke

Monday to Friday: 9am to 6am Saturday: 9am to 5pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10am to 4pm Tel: +254 20 4272349/ 2372 Email: villagemarket@safaricom.co.ke

Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm Saturday: 9am to 12.30pm Tel: +254 20 7122460/ 0733 8365081/ 0722 154903 villagedental@nbi.ispkenya.com

Nakumatt Supermarket

Monday to Friday: 7.30pm to 6pm Saturday: 8.30am to 5pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 11am to 5pm Tel: +254 20 7122254/ 7121942 Email: info@phoenix-safaris.de

DHL

Safaricom Customer Care Centre

Monday to Friday: 9am to 5.30pm Saturday: 9am to 12.30pm Tel: 0735 764673

Prime Cuts Butchery

Monday to Saturday: 9am to 6pm Sunday: 9am to 3pm Tel: +254 20 2199300/ 3513506-7 Email: butchery@primecuts.co.ke

Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm Saturday: 9am to 5pm Sunday: 10am to 4pm Tel: +254 20 7122905/ 0722 510343 / 0734 510343/ 0710 888888 Email: shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke

Monday to Saturday: 7am to 7pm Sunday: Closed Tel: +254 20 7122984 / 0729 329404 Email: tintoria@wananchi.com

Tribe Hotel

Reservations Desk Tel: +254 20 7200000 Email: tribe@villagemarket-kenya.com

Village Market Forex Bureau Monday to Friday: 9.30am to 5.30pm Saturday: 10am to 2pm Sunday: 10am to 2pm Tel: +254 20 7122901/473

Zucchini Greengrocers Monday to Sunday: 9am to 7pm Tel: +254 20 7120403/ 0733 057063

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