APRIL – MAY 2014
KIKOY FABRIC FASHION PROFILER
Five Minutes With Isha Saini
DANIEL MURIIKI
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
SKY DÉCOR
Fine Aviation Art and
Furniture Exhibition
MILLE
COLLINES ICONIC BRAND OPENS NEW MENSWEAR STORE
A PUBLICATION OF
Village Beat
April - May 2014
CONTENTS 3 JAMBO It’s all in the numbers… 4 Village News 7 New Villager Renzo Accessories
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8 Five minutes with… Isha Saini, Interior Design Consultant Cover picture courtesy of: Isha Saini, Interior Design Consultant
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11 Still Here Coco Chic 12 PROFILER Daniel Muriiki, Senior Accountant 14 Lifestyle Sky Décor 16 Feature Mille Collines 18 Bookworm
Sales & Advertising: Damar Padwa, Maureen Gichiri, Vanessa Odera
19 VILLAGE SCENE
Marketing Manager: Dominic Mbugua
21 Social Responsibility
Contributors: Amondi Buyu, Damar Padwa, Elixir Health, Kamal Kaur, Reema Doshi
22 Well Being Age-old herb remedies…
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24 Kaya Spa Let’s talk about sex and the spa 26 Escape Hideaway of Nungwi Resort & Spa
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29 Tyre tips
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30 Village diary
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31 A-Z of Village Market 32 Essential contacts
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JAMBO!
Welcome
It’s all in the numbers…
O
ne of my favourite lines in ‘The Shadow of the Wind’ by Carlos Ruiz Zafón is the conversation between Don Ricardo Aldaya and Julian Carax.
DRA: And tell me, doesn’t banking tempt you? JC: I don’t know, sir. The truth is that it hadn’t even entered my head. I’ve never seen more than three pesetas together. High finance is a mystery to me. DRA: There’s no mystery, Julian. The trick is not to put pesetas together in three, but in three million. That way there’s no enigma, I can assure you. No Holy Trinity. I couldn’t help but recall this conversation between Aldaya and Carax when interviewing The Village Market’s senior accountant, Daniel Muriiki. Read his interesting story in our Profiler section. Our contributors are also serving up some great reads in this issue. Spend Five Minutes With Isha Saini as she shares her 10 best uses for the kikoy. Kaya Spa’s Amondi Buyu delves into one of those subjects we dare not speak about: Sex and the Spa. Reema Doshi of Kingsway Tyres speaks of one of her many passions, the Women’s Tyre Clinic; and The Village Market’s public relations officer, Damar Padwa, talks to two creative artists in our new Lifestyle column. Take note of MilleCollines’ new menswear fashion line and The Village Market’s KES 5 billion expansion plans which start in May. Elixir Health keeps your Well-being in check with some wonderful ways to improve your health. This is one issue you won’t put down easily. What am I doing here? Well, I’m back just to make sure you get your Village Beat copy as you have always done, albeit under my very own content marketing company – Versify Group. Without further ado, here’s presenting your favourite magazine. Always
Ann
Ann Gitari
editor@villagemarket-kenya.com
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Village News New hotel and more shops in KES 5bn expansion A further KES 5 billion expansion project has been announced by The Village Market. The redevelopment of East Africa’s largest shopping mall will include a new 187-room hotel and 75 additional shops. The Village Market has announced a further KES 5 billion investment as part of its multi-stage redevelopment financed by Equity Bank. The significant investment will include 75 additional retail outlets, restaurants, children’s activities and a 187-room hotel with conference facilities for 500 people. Since it opened in April 1995 the Market has continuously expanded its offering to accommodate the needs of its surrounding area in north Nairobi, the city’s growing commercial and residential diplomatic district. Previous expansions included Tribe Hotel, the city’s first luxury boutique hotel, which has earned several accolades including three Hot List mentions by the travel publication Condé Nast Traveler and recognition as one of the World’s Top 100 Hotels by the Robb Report.
Hamed Ehsani. “We are confident in Kenya’s future. We want to be a positive force in its development and emergence as an economic powerhouse in Africa.” And the Market’s director, Sanjay Shah, said: “Kenya is on the verge of an economic renaissance with the discovery of significant resources, the growth of the technology and mobile sectors and the expansion of the country’s industrial base. With this growth, the appetite for consumer goods, luxury products and entertainment options will also increase. Our vision is to grow with Kenya.” Retail outlets in the new development will adopt a modern aesthetic, with double volume spaces in anticipation of the imminent entry of several luxury brands into the market.
“Multinational luxury retailers require more space and specific configurations for interior dimensions,” said Mr Shah. “We have considered these requirements in our designs.” The new facilities have been designed by Symbion, an architectural firm in Nairobi. They will incorporate a 500-person conference facility to support the new 187-room hotel. There will be two basement parking levels. This will boost the centre’s parking capacity by 700 cars – almost double the existing capacity. Mr Ehsani said: “We realise the next evolution in tourism for Kenya will be in Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE). There is massive potential for Kenya to develop this sector and become a regional hub for conferencing. We need to build the infrastructure to support this opportunity.” M/S Seyani Brothers have been awarded the contract for the construction work, due to begin in the first week of May. The redevelopment will be phased. Retail and restaurant outlets will come on line by the end of 2015 while the new hotel and conference facilities are due to enter service in mid 2016.
Most recently, The Village Market completed an aesthetic and structural redesign of its Food Court as well as an expansion of the Nakumatt supermarket. It introduced 150 more parking spaces and over 20 retail outlets as well as modernising the facility with elevators and moving walkways. “The Village Market is committed to innovation and the advancement of the retail and real estate sectors in Kenya,” said managing director
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Standing, from left: Village Market directors Sanjay Shah, Manoj Shah and Mehraz Ehsani with Mike Lord, managing director of Symbion Architects Kenya; Bashir Harjee of Harold Fenwicks & Associates; Moses Ndirangu, head of corporate credit, Equity Bank Ltd; and Village Market director Manish Shah. Seated: Hamed Ehsani (centre) with Hirji Seyani (left) and Kimji Seyani of M/S Seyani Brothers during the signing and commissioning of the KES 5 billion expansion project.
News
Interiors Expo is welcomed back and The Village Market to confirm their visit, while online advance bookings soared.
After nearly one and a half years of waiting, the Ideal Interiors Expo returned to its original home at The Village Market’s rooftop exhibition pavilion. From 5 to 9 March industry players, trendsetters and solution providers staged an interiors show like no other. Even before the show opened, it was clear that those passionate about interiors were looking forward eagerly to the event. The show’s well coordinated advertising campaign kept potential visitors calling event organisers Ideal Events
Arising from a passion to provide the built environment with exemplary style, the Ideal Interiors Expo offers all kinds of bright ideas in relation to walls, floors and ceilings, colours, furniture, security systems, lighting and much more. The one-on-one business platform brought together interior designers, architects, contractors, home developers, home owners and hoteliers. This is the event for those who love aesthetically pleasing spaces, technologically advanced appliances and innovations that are both creative and sustainable. Officiating at the event’s opening ceremony, Senator Kithure Kindiki said: “I have been impressed by the fact that the interior industry,
though rarely talked about at the national level, is one of the key economic drivers in the country, with a business value worth over KES 200 billion injected into the economy every year. These figures are impressive and should therefore inspire us to seek to grow this platform further.” Humphrey Odhiambo, the event’s founder and director, said that returning to The Village Market – where the exhibition was conceived – marked a turning point for keen buyers and quality-conscious exhibitors in the interiors industry. “The Village Market squarely remains a strategic venue for Ideal Interiors considering its strategic location, guaranteed security and ample parking among many other features.” The Ideal Interiors Expo is ranked highly by professionals in the building industry. Since its inception five years ago, the expo has provided a multi-billion-shilling market opportunity for exhibitors and incremental value for visitors.
New shopping wing offers variety galore After months of construction work, The Village Market’s new shopping wing offers a premium shopping experience with a variety of renowned international brands, services and facilities catering to various shoppers’ tastes. Located next to the new rooftop parking lot, it features ‘old favourite’ stores as well as brand-new international brands. The area is served by modern lifts connecting Level 1 of Nakumatt’s entrance to the relocated rooftop parking area. There is a dedicated lobby for automated teller machines (ATMs)
owned by Standard Chartered Bank, Diamond Trust Bank, Barclays Bank, UAB and I&M Bank. Making their debut in new wing will be: Mac Store, Samsung, Bose System, Airtel, Artcaffe – Dormans brand, Men’s Store – Italian menswear, Cigar Shop, Lintons Beauty.
The Market management welcomes all shoppers, tenants and partners to experience this upgraded shopping experience.
Old favourites relocating to the new wing: Westlands Sundries, NIC Bank, Wynton House of Music, Diamond Trust Bank, Nakumatt, Lifestyle store, Vet and pet shop, Arabian Corner.
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New Villager
Renzo Accessories
A citadel of style for guys and gals
R
enzo Accessories is The
Chanel, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein
underwear, sandals, shoes and
Village Market’s latest apparel
and Tory Burch.
wallets.
who won’t settle for anything less
Designer
to 8.30 pm daily including public
than the best.
Ladies can choose from an amazing
and accessory shop for
fashion-conscious men and women
Located across the Food Court,
collection of designer shoes, sandals,
the Renzo Accessories shop offers a
purses, underwear, jewellery, belts and
wide range of designer labels including
modern brooches that can be fitted on
Versace, Tod’s, Gucci, Burberry,
shoes or clothes.
Lacoste, Dolce & Gabbana, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Ferragamo,
Also available are men’s scarves,
The store is open from 8.30 am holidays.
Renzo Accessories
Level, across Food Court Tel: +254 720 997676
ties, bow ties, belts, cufflinks,
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When it comes to versatility‌
The kikoy is king Five Minutes With Isha Saini, Interior Design Consultant
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Five minutes with ...
T
he weather is changing, colours are in fashion and so there is no greater time to
make use of the beautiful kikoy fabric. Kikoys are made from hand-woven cotton – the finest cotton grown in East Africa. They come in a variety of bold and bright colours and can be used in a traditional way as a wraparound. The kikoy can also be used as a towel, a robe, a cover-up or even a throw on furniture. Today, the kikoy is not only a fashion accessory to be displayed on international catwalks; it can also be put to practical use on a 21st century clothes line. Companies that specialise in the kikoy have developed a range of designs that encompass the origin of the kikoy together with the rationale for clothing today: comfort, style and innovation. Here are a few examples of the kikoy’s versatility:
Sarong
– Irrespective of gender and
age, it is perfect for the beach or a hot summer’s day. Kikoys look great worn round the waist or wrapped about the
laundry basket is that you can wash it
body as a cover-up. It’s a stylish casual
without fear of losing colour.
look that fits everyone, regardless of size or shape.
Towel
Baby Carrier
a dull-looking towel into a handsome accessory for a beach holiday or can give you that all-year-round tropical feel whenever you go swimming.
Robe – Kikoys can be adapted as
pouch. It’s cool and comfortable and all the celebrities are doing it.
Table Ware/Table Mat Napkins ring the changes by throwing a kikoy
home or to provide a stylish look at a
kikoy fabric for table mats and napkins.
beach resort.
They can even be made into napkin rings.
Curtains
– Kikoys also make
weather is cool or as an accessory over
good curtains (lining provided). The
a dress.
brightness and design of the kikoy
Wash Bag/Laundry Basket
– Kikoy fabric, being quite thick, makes a good lining for a strong wash bag or laundry basket. The bright colours
out. The list seems endless. Of course, you can always gift a kikoy to a friend and leave the customising to him or her.
the dining table a bit dated? You can over the table top or consider using
for complementing an outfit when the
a swanky gift bag that is sure to stand
– Is the patio furniture looking worn or
dressing gowns to be worn either at
Scarf – There is nothing like a kikoy
– Kikoy fabric is now
present your nearest and dearest with – Sling your little
one into a stylish and secure kikoy
– Kikoy fabric can transform
Gift Bag
being used to make gift bags. Why not
looks particularly good against a backdrop of plush curtains.
Picnic Blanket
Isha Saini is a qualified interior designer, having graduated with a Master of Fine Arts degree from George Washington University in the United States. Her undergraduate degree is in pre-law and she has also pursued a programme in journalism. Email: ishasaini06@gmail.com
– There is no nicer
way to enjoy your wine, cheese and
will give your bathroom a lift. The
crackers than on the brightness of a
advantage of a kikoy wash bag or
kikoy picnic blanket.
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Still Here
Coco Chic
How the right fit can make you fitter…
C
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32A to 44H. It features petal-soft
diately put it on her celebrated list
Gehlot in April 2012, is
microfibres, imported laces, memory
of favourite things. This chosen bra
renowned for its ‘all about
foam cups, gentle hook-and-eye
started a ‘fit’ revolution that inspired
fasteners and plush padded straps.
women worldwide to be properly fit
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Daniel Muri iki, Senior Accountant
Job satisfaction?
Daniel has it figured out‌
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Profiler
A
t the age of 16, Daniel Muriiki kept tabs on the stock markets both locally and internationally.
While high finance would be a mystery to
some adults three times Daniel’s age then, it was simple maths to the teenager. Perhaps his ability to understand complex transactions at a young age lay in his genes. Daniel was born to parents in the teaching profession; his mother was a physics teacher and his father was a teachers’ teacher. Daniel is the youngest of a family of three boys whose most valued toy was a chessboard. His brothers have pursued careers in aeronautical engineering and automotive engineering respectively.
Investment “Of course, I didn’t have any shares when I was 16,” says Daniel. “I was simply fascinated by the numbers, the concept of investment and the manipulation of money.” This fascination would remain with him through university, where he majored in finance under a Bachelor of Commerce programme. As part of the course requirements, Daniel sought internship in various organisations in order to get a feel for the real business environ-
“I was simply fascinated by the numbers, the concept of investment and the manipulation of money.”
ment. His first posting was to the City Council of Nairobi, where he worked in one of the
entering transactions. His easygoing nature and
payroll sections and was in charge of other
approachable demeanour make him an ideal
small accounts and contracts.
link between the accounts department and
Later, Daniel was hired as an intern at Athi River Mining Ltd, where he was mentored by
other staff.
taught me how to analyse the company’s finan-
Stereotypical
cial data for reporting purpose,” recalls Daniel.
When he is not crunching numbers in the office,
the company’s assistant financial director. “He
Armed with this experience, his educational
Daniel can be found watching movies and
background and his interest in finance, Daniel
animated films, listening to music or hanging
joined The Village Market’s finance department
out with his friends. A far cry from the stere-
in 2011 as an accounts assistant. For three years
otypical image of a strict, boring accountant,
he worked under the great mentorship of The
Daniel hopes soon to tackle two of the items
Village Market’s former chief financial officer,
on his wish list: white water rafting and bungee
the late Deepak Ghosh.
jumping. Little wonder that Richard Branson is
Today, Daniel is the company’s senior accountant. One of his responsibilities is to
one of his role models. And his life mantra: “Figure out what you
ensure the integrity of accounting informa-
want. Work hard. Stay humble. Live and
tion by recording, verifying, consolidating and
learn.”
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Sky Décor
Sky’s the limit for scrap-metal artisans Sky Décor Fine Aviation Art and Furniture Exhibition
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Lifestyle
A
Market featuring items of
the country, from Wilson Airport in
furniture made with bits and
Nairobi to far-flung airstrips in rural
pieces of scrapped aeroplanes has
Kenya as far as Kitale, where we
proved a minor sensation with visitors.
find abandoned aircraft which are
n exhibition at The Village
The Sky Décor Fine Aviation Art
K/S: We go to airports throughout
brought to our workshop. The plane
and Furniture Exhibition featured
parts are then dismantled along
aeroplane wings stretching into an
clean lines, measured out, then the
expansive bar, beautiful benches and
particular piece determines what the
desks, tailplanes for functional shelving
end-product will be. The plane parts
units and propellers on glass for an
inform the size and design of the
imposing conference table.
furniture.
When passion meets two budding young innovators combining salvaged aircraft parts and eco-friendly sourced wood, the result is sheer genius. It was the first time The Village
Q. You began the Sky Décor
Market had hosted such an unusual
project slightly over a year ago. Your
exhibition of fine aviation art and
work is more premium and high-end.
furniture. The mall’s public relations
How is the reception at The Village
officer, Damar Padwa, caught up with
Market?
the creative duo, Khan Key and Samuel
K: The reception is great. People
Omondi, for insights into the unprec-
love the work. The exposure at The
edented show.
Village Market has been overwhelming and we thank everyone who came for
Q. How did the inspiration for recycling airplane parts into pieces
the exhibition. S: The initial demand was through
of exceptional functional aviation art
word of mouth for private houses,
and furniture come about?
although corporate organisations have
K: We both have an architectural background, so we needed to think
also started to show an interest. We are happy.
outside the box. We also wanted to work on a design project that has an element of environmental consciousness. S: We wanted a fusion of African and modern design. Traditional African artists infused aluminium metal on their functional art pieces and we felt the need to revive that spirit of ingenuity. Q. This is not your every day furni-
You can get in touch with Khan and Samuel on:
Sk y Décor
Mobile: 0705 596 927 or 0718 891 239 Email: khankey45@gmail.com or samuelaomondi@gmail.com
ture collection. For the curious, take us through your creative process.
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Mille Collines
iCONiC BrANd OPeNs New MeNsweAr stOre
T
he iconic clothing brand
While exploring the country, Ines met
creating his own imaginary world
MilleCollines has opened a
a dressmaker who would change the
through shapes, proportions, pen and
new menswear store in The
course of her life forever. Her name
paper and an insatiable desire to reim-
was Antoinette.
agine the world he saw before him.
Village Market. This follows the opening of its womenswear store in the Market in 2010. The MilleCollines journey originated
Passion
For him the answer was to become a fashion designer. In 2009 Marc and Ines travelled to
in the Spanish city of Barcelona in
Ines was inspired by Antoinette’s
Rwanda to develop their first collec-
the heart of an impassioned young
passion and determination to develop
tion with Antoinette. Together they
woman called Ines Cuatrecasas. She
clothing and accessories of interna-
worked towards their goal of achieving
yearned to explore new opportunities
tional quality and design standards
something very special; and, a year
and engage in something creative and
made specifically for the African
later, MilleCollines was born.
adventurous.
market.
In the summer of 2005 Ines and her mother travelled together to Rwanda.
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Meanwhile, back home in Spain, Ines’s best friend, Marc Oliver, was
Today, MilleCollines blends the creativity and strength of African culture with ever-evolving global trends. The
Feature
brand’s attention to detail is manifest
Here, male customers will find a wide
in every product.
range of apparel and accessories
MilleCollines opened its first womenswear store in The Village Market in the summer of 2010. Since then, the brand has grown fast and
that combine elegance and African tradition. The new store is a very exciting
MilleCollines
Level 1, across the Food Court Tel: +254 714 301439
addition to The Village Market offering.
opened other stores in the country. All its production is carried out in Africa. Its main workshop is in Kigali, Rwanda.
Prestigious The menswear line was launched officially in October at the prestigious Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Africa in Cape Town. The MilleCollines menswear store at The Village Market opened in April next to the Apple Store across the Food Court. It is the brand’s first African menswear store in the region.
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Off the Shelf
BOOkwOrM 50 YEARS SINCE INDEPENDENCE Author: Susan Wakhungu-Githuku Price: KES 4,550 Where is Kenya? This book casts a compelling 360-degree lens on the country’s political and socio-economic performance since attaining self-rule in 1963. In a unique collection of insightful essays, 50 known leaders, industry operatives and citizens share candid views. Each account is dramatic and revealing in its conclusions.
ABRAHAM’S PEOPLE (A KENYAN DYNASTY) Author: Author: Jane Clare Barsby Price: KES 5,800 ‘Abraham’s People’ traces the journey of the Lithuanian-Jewish Block family from its time of persecution under the Russian Tsars to its position as the founder of East Africa’s famous hotel chain, Block Hotels. The story begins in Lithuania in 1849 with the birth of Samuel Block and follows his progress through the pogroms of Russia’s ‘Pale of Settlement’, his marriage to Ettel and his eventual flight to South Africa. An iconic figure, Abraham Block was often to be found standing on the steps of his many and varied business concerns with his hands clasped behind his back, observing the world he had helped to mould. A humble man of immense personal stature, ALB, as he was known, stood out even against the vivid eccentricity of colonial Kenya. Surviving two world wars, the Mau Mau insurgency and the establishment of Kenyan independence, he was a founder member of Kenya’s Jewish community and instrumental in creating a refuge for those fleeing the Holocaust. Refugee, factory boy, soldier, farmer, hustler and trader, Abraham Block was best known for his ownership of the Norfolk and Stanley hotels. Transcending the anti-Semitism that had marred his own life, Abraham abhorred all forms of discrimination and treated Europeans, Asians and Africans entirely alike. A contemporary of Denys Finch Hatton, he was a pioneer of Kenya’s safari industry; and he counted Kenya’s most famous colonial figure, Lord Delamere, among his many friends. To the Africans, meanwhile, he was simply known as ‘The Prophet’ in recognition of his seeming ability to predict the future and make it work in his favour. Abraham and Sarah were succeeded by their own people, Rita, Jack, Tubby and Ruth Block, who went on to extend and consolidate the Block empire, stand alongside the famous figure of Kenyan independence and establish a dynasty that now spans the globe.
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DUST Author: Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor Price: KES 1,500 In contemporary Nairobi, a young man named Moses Odidi Oganda bleeds to death in the streets, murdered by police. As his lifeblood, full of memories, colours and songs, pours into the dust, the stories that tumble forth reveal the violent upheaval of Kenyan’s own life, from the Mau Mau uprisings of the 1950s to the murky intricacies of modern-day corruption. Odidi’s grief-stricken family journeys home to Wuoth Ogik, their crumbling, coral-coloured house far out in the Kenyan dry lands. Fifty years ago, Wuoth Ogik was built by a British colonial officer whose name they no longer dare speak. The mystery of his disappearance is woven together with the secrets, desires, and shadows in their decaying desert house. In the parched landscape where the Oganda’s live, stories are of paramount importance. This is a story about stories, about how myths come to pass, history is written and war stains us forever with strength, empathy and grace. ‘Dust’ brings together the shards of a family’s and nation’s shared and hidden history, which gradually come clear and are exorcised. Written in prose of arresting power, Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor’s debut novel is a stunning original work of art. Yvonne is winner of the 2003 Caine Prize for African writing.
THE FISHING FLEET (HUSBAND-HUNTING IN THE RAJ) Author: Anne de Courcy Price: KES 1,050 When British rule in India was as its height, the ships arriving in the ports of Madras, Calcutta and Bombay brought with them countless eligible young women. These were the girls of the ‘Fishing Fleet’, who travelled to India in the hope of finding a husband. A glittering round of parties, dances, picnics, tiger shoots and romances followed. But for those who were successful in their quest, life often changed dramatically. Whisked off to a remote outpost, they often found married life a far cry from the social whirl of their first arrival. Anne de Courcy weaves together the extraordinary stories of these intrepid young women in a dazzling picture of a forgotten era.
Books available at:
Westlands Sundries Level 1, Opposite Steers Tel: +254 20 7122437 Email: wsundries@nbi.ispkenya.com
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Dominic Mbugua, marketing manager of The Village Market, presents new solar lamps to Janet Carmony, managing trustee of the Nancy Ellen Crooks Foundation. Looking on is Howard Crooks, a founding member of the NECF. 2
Hamed Ehsani, managing director of The Village Market, welcomes exhibitors and visitors to the Ideal Interiors Expo at the rooftop parking during the official opening of the event
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Hamed Ehsani shares a light moment with the event’s chief guest, Senator Kithure Kindiki (left); event director Humphrey Odhiambo; and Jay Shree, principal of the Evelyn School of Design. 4 The Village Market’s assistant complex manager, Leah Munyua (second left), receives a plaque from the Friends of Karura Forest in honour of the Market’s lifetime commitment to preservation and conservation of the forest during the fifth-year commemoration of the Friends association. 5 Standing, from left: Village Market directors Sanjay Shah, Manoj Shah and Mehraz Ehsani with Mike Lord, managing director of Symbion Architects Kenya; Bashir Harjee of Harold Fenwicks & Associates; Moses Ndirangu, head of corporate credit, Equity Bank Ltd; and Village Market director Manish Shah. Seated: Hamed Ehsani (centre) with Hirji Seyani (left) and Kimji Seyani of M/S Seyani Brothers during the signing and commissioning of the KES 5 billion expansion project.
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6 The Village Market’s white team takes a break during the management staff sports day at Karura Forest.
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Social Responsibility
Strong support for Rhino Charge team
that has been held in Kenya since 1989. This exciting and unique event requires friendship, bravery and a high level of skill in off-road driving and navigation. Organised by the Rhino Ark Charitable Trust, it is held to raise
T
ment is proud to support Team 31 in this year’s Rhino Charge
Challenge from 31 May to 2 June. The team of four off-road enthusi-
A
s part of its Social Responsibility projects this year, The Village Market donated
funds for the conservation of Kenya’s
KES 50,000 to the Nancy Ellen
Aberdare Ecosystem. In 2010 Rhino
Crooks Foundation.
Ark announced its formal commitment
he Village Market manage-
Lighting the way to better education The foundation supports and
to extend its support to the conser-
carries out self-sustaining projects
vation of other critical ecosystems
to improve the lives of women and
starting with Mau, Mount Eburu and
children in rural areas. Its donation
Mount Kenya.
will go towards the foundation’s
Rhino Charge is made possible by
Lights for Learning Project, which
the kind support of many volunteers,
has already provided 1,500 Kenyan
event sponsors and raffle sponsors
families with clean and affordable
who raise funds for the Rhino Ark
solar lanterns since 2012.
asts comprises Guillermo Miranda from
Foundation. Among The Village Market
Peru, Felix Rembold from Germany,
tenants who have given generously
Neel Shah from Kenya and Giuseppe
are Phoenix Safaris, German Point,
Perfomance
Simeon from Italy.
Kingsway Tyres, Osteria Restaurant
In rural areas, children’s academic
and Tribe Hotel.
performance is affected by a lack of
The four will compete in their
Lucy will be on display at the main
adequate lighting. It is estimated that
ously taken part in the 2012 and 2013
entrance of The Village Market every
some 3 million children try to do their
Rhino Charge events. The team bought
weekend until 18 May. Show your
homework at night by relying on light
the car from the German School of
support for Team 31 by purchasing
from firewood or kerosene lamps.
Kenya. Much loving work has been
raffle tickets. Proceeds will go towards
Donations from well-wishers
put into getting Lucy ready to hit the
the conservation of Kenya’s threatened
support the Lights for Learning
rough terrain once again this year.
and fragile ecosystem. For more infor-
Project, enabling school-age children
mation email Damar at
in rural communities to study in a
pr@villagemarket-kenya.com
safer and cleaner environment by
off-road vehicle Lucy, which has previ-
The Rhino Charge is an annual off-road motor sport competition
providing affordable solar lanterns.
Fund-raising dinner helps communities
T
he Diplomatic Spouses Asso-
the Belgian ambassador’s residence
ciation (DSA) organises a
saw the association raise KES 2.5
fund-raising dinner each year
million, which will be distributed to
in support of initiatives and projects
community-based organisations in line
that respond to the needs of vulner-
with DSA charity guidelines.
able and marginalised communities in Kenya. The latest well-attended event at
The Village Market Management donated KES 100,000 to the DSA’s fund-raising dinner last year.
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Well Being
Age-Old herB reMedies…
…can still work wonders
‘Acai berries are considered one of the top super foods because of their impressive antioxidant properties.’
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T
he use of herbs and supple-
seaweed. Bladderwrack is a gentle
ments has become very
metabolic stimulant. It stimulates the
on the market, but the one we
popular thanks to their effec-
thyroid gland and is used for treating
recommend is 100 per cent
tiveness in treating various diseases.
low thyroid function. It is also beneficial
Pure Acai by Solaray.
Elixir Health Shop offers a wide range
for obesity, chronic dry skin, cellulite
of natural supplements that you can
and constipation. Bladderwrack is
use to assist your body’s natural
high in iodine and should not be used
maintenance of health. Below are a
for people with hyperthyroidism or
few of these:
cardiac problems.
Cat’s claw
Phytoestrogens
Cat’s claw has been used for centuries
Phytoestrogens are estrogens
to prevent and treat disease. More
not generated in the body but
recently, it has been used as a remedy
obtained from plants. They are plant
for various health conditions, including
compounds similar in structure to
viral infections such as herpes and
the naturally produced estrogen in
HIV, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer and
the body (estradiol). Phytoestrogens
arthritis. Cat’s claw is a rich source of
are able to reduce the effects of low
sterols that help reduce swelling in
estrogen such as hot flashes and bone
arthritis by about 50 per cent. Cat’s
loss. They can therefore be used as a
claw supports a body affected by
natural hormone replacement to mimic
cancer by stimulating the immune
human estrogen. The common types
system. As an antioxidant, it supports
of phytoestrogens are: isoflavones
the body during chemotherapy and
(found in red clover, soya products and
radiation treatments and removes toxic
other legumes) and lignans (found in
metabolites. In HIV and AIDS it helps
linseed, some grains and vegetables)
the body to produce T cells and other white blood cells.
Gymnema
Acai berry
There are many acai supplements
Fennel Fennel seed is a common-cooking spice that is also used as a medicinal crop. It is commonly used to prevent
More and more people are discov-
gas and an upset stomach. Fennel
ering the health-giving properties of
relaxes the muscle lining of the
Gymnema is a woody climbing shrub
‘super foods’ such as acai berries. A
stomach to aid digestion. It helps
native to India and Africa. The leaves
‘super food’ can be defined as a food
expel gas and can be given as a tea to
are used to make medicine. Gymnema
that offers superior nutritional value
infants to relief colic.
has a long history of use in India’s
for the amount of calories it contains.
ayurvedic medicine. The Hindi name,
Acai berries are considered one of
supplements, email or visit Elixir Health
gurmar, means ‘destroyer of sugar’.
the top super foods because of their
Shop. Our in-house qualified nutri-
Today, gymnema is used to regulate
impressive antioxidant properties.
tionist is on hand to advise you.
sugar in the blood and is useful for
Acai contains more than double the
treating diabetes. Gymnema contains
amount of antioxidants of blueberries
substances that decrease the absorp-
and nearly 10 times that of grapes.
tion of sugar from the intestine and
Briefly, antioxidants are molecules
reduce one’s desire for sugar. It may
that prevent the oxidation of other
also increase the amount of insulin in
molecules. Oxidation produces free
the body and help the growth of cells
radicals that can damage the cells and
in the pancreas where insulin is made.
glands in our bodies, making us more
Bladderwrack
prone to disease and ageing. Acai contributes to weight loss as it helps to neutralise the by-products of fat
Though not a well-known herb, blad-
burning. In addition, its fibre content
derwrack has been used for centuries.
cleanses the colon as another step
It is a form of kelp, which is a type of
towards weight loss.
To find out more about any of these
Email or visit the Elixir Health Shop. The in-house qualified nutritionist is on hand to give you advice.
Elixir Health
Level 2, above Food Court Tel: +254 20 7120217 Mobile: +254 735 174 687 Email: elixirhealthkenya@gmail.com
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let’s tAlk ABOut sex ANd the sPA By Amondi Buyu, Natural Wellness Practitioner, Kaya Spa, Tribe Hotel
T
his is a topic I have reflected
which massage therapy is closely asso-
tions. This unease is what keeps a large
on for quite a while now and
ciated with sex. Many people are not
number of clients from receiving the
I realise that there are still
educated about our work and do not
depth of touch that they seek but can
grey areas regarding the apparent
appreciate that we are professionals
rarely find. If therapists were to provide
relationship between massage and
who work with therapeutic intention.
clear boundaries both before and
sexuality. It was not long ago that the
It is distressing but logical that some
during sessions, they would be able to
worlds of massage and prostitution
of the public might still think that all
be less defensive during the massage
were closely associated, and for years
massage practitioners offer sexual
and work more intimately with their
massage parlours in Nairobi were
services. But it is offending and almost
clients.
actually brothels in disguise.
insulting that those who do offer
Because sensuality and sexuality walk side by side, it is reasonable that the two can become intertwined in the
to be unsure of the distinct differ-
practising massage.
ence between sexuality and massage.
pists, we have the honourable task
Method
of holding the three separate, while
Many therapists conclude that in order
joining the body, heart and mind. With
to avoid uncertainty during massage
integrity, boundaries and clear motives,
sessions, they must change their
a massage can be more intimate than
preferred method of massage. They
sex while respecting the client’s deeper
keep a distance between themselves
need to be held and touched in a safe
and their clients, avoiding eye contact
and connected way.
and focusing on the draping and
minds of many. As massage thera-
The intimacy of our work leaves us
making sure the massage does not feel
open to misunderstandings and false
too sensual – all in order to eliminate
accusations. We live in a culture in
any chance of inducing sexual sugges-
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There are many ways for a client
sexual services often bill themselves as
Setting things straight at the beginning of a massage can eliminate embarrassing requests based on false
Kaya Spa
assumptions. It’s our job as therapists
not stop there. Therapists must also
clients, allowing my body and eyes
to remove any mystification. Just
be careful not to cross their client’s
to make contact with theirs, and yet
because we know the rules, we should
boundaries in more subtle ways.
never have any of my clients inter-
not assume that clients share or know
Perhaps a time will come when
preted my close contact as permission
them, too. Once the confusion has
the idea of massage will carry only its
or an invitation to be sexual with me.
been cleared up, however, should a
health benefits and the boost it gives
This has much to do with the inten-
client persist in requesting that a thera-
to both physical and emotional well-
tion I hold of revered and sanctified
pist perform a sexual act, the situation
being. Until that time, clear consultation
space. It is so clear and strong within
has progressed from client confusion
in all stages of our contacts with clients
me that it leaves no room for confu-
to client violation.
can help educate those who need it
sion. My clients and I both enjoy a deep
and protect us from misunderstand-
connection without being concerned
ings. When a man gets aroused on my
that it will lead to anything but what it
massage table, assuming that I have
is, a therapeutic massage.
Boundaries As therapists, we must be careful not
made my boundaries clear, I will let him
to assume that our boundaries, or
know that there is nothing to worry
the lack of them, necessarily match
about, as it can be a normal reaction
those of our clients. It is common for
to a massage. If he does not seem
clients to accommodate therapists’
bothered by his arousal I will just keep
sloppy boundaries out of shyness,
massaging and do nothing more. A
only to never return again. It’s helpful
woman too may get excited during a
for therapists to check in with their
massage, but it is much easier for her
clients’ comfort level through words
to hide this than it is for a man. I learned
and body language. Engaging in sexual
to trust that experiencing an arousal
Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 20 7120171/ 7200656
behaviour with a client is an obvious
did not mean that I had to act on it.
Email: kaya@tribehotel-kenya.com
no-no, but responsible behaviour does
Ka ya Spa & Studio
I work very intimately with my
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Hideaway of Nungwi Resort & Spa
COULD ANY GETAWAY BE MORE PERFECT?
B
arely one year old and
strong tides ensures safe and enjoy-
butler service, seven luxury superior
already causing a lot of buzz,
able swimming and snorkelling in the
junior suites, two luxury Jacuzzi suites
Hideaway of Nungwi Resort
jade-coloured water. The local sunsets
for up to four guests, three prestige
& Spa has become one of the leading
are an unforgettable experience, with
beach villas with a private infinity pool
hotels of the world under the Emerald
hues of burnt orange and blushing
and one presidential oceanfront villa
Collection.
rose dropping into the sparkling ocean.
decorated in fine mosaic.
Since it opened 11 months ago the
The luxurious resort has been
The resort features both all-inclusive
resort has already won the prestigious
designed to complement its splendid
and half-board at the Aqua Restaurant
Travelers Choice Award and has been
surroundings. In addition to its tradi-
for alfresco dining; Ishi Teppanyaki
featured in both local and international
tional architecture and beautiful
features the best of Oriental cuisine
magazines.
gardens, it offers genuine Zanzibari
fresh from the ocean; Carnivorous &
hospitality, both personal and discreet.
More specialises in exotic meats. There
Location
is a variety of meats on offer including
Hideaway of Nungwi Resort & Spa
Features
covers more than 10 hectares of
There are 100 luxuriously appointed
takes you across the plains of the
virgin land on the north-west coast of
oceanfront accommodation units, each
Serengeti further into Africa. Open
Zanzibar. The property is surrounded
with a private balcony offering views of
for dinner, Carnivorous & More is not
by exotic gardens and thousands
the ocean and gardens. All suites and
just for meat lovers. A range of fish,
of tropical plants, while wooden
villas are built to guarantee a private
seafood and vegetarian alternatives is
steps lead to the soft sandy beach
and peaceful environment. The stylish
also available.
of Nungwi. The resort is located just
furniture is designed to evoke the
55 minutes from the airport and the
island’s Arabic, African and colonial
swimming pool, is open all day and
island’s capital, Stone Town, offering a
heritage.
late into the evening. It offers a wide
perfect hideaway for couples, families and friends. Nungwi is said to be the most beautiful beach of Zanzibar. The absence of
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Accommodation includes 74 luxury
springbok, ostrich, impala, crocodile and wildebeest. The culinary journey
The Sunset Bar, next to the
choice of drinks including exotic
junior suites with private balconies,
Zanzibari-inspired cocktails. A sump-
13 prestige junior suites, an exclusive
tuous afternoon tea is served daily,
privileged area with complimentary
accompanied by a range of Tanzanian
Escape
loose-leaf teas and herbal infusions.
body and beauty treatments. Selected
A snack menu is available around the
oil and fine products will make your
pool at lunchtime.
stay even more delightful. There is also
Situated above the Sunset Bar, the
a central relaxation area with Jacuzzi
Horizon Lounge is a perfect place to
and pool, a fitness centre with Tech-
watch the sunset over the island of
nogym equipment, personal trainers at
Tumbatu. Featuring a relaxed environ-
extra charge and yoga classes.
ment and welcoming couches, the lounge offers an excellent selection of cigars, shishas, wines and spirits. The Makuti Beach Bar offers a
Cultural
For reservations and booking inquiries:
Nungwi Resort
Cell: + 255 776 897629 Tel: +255758818281/2/3/4 Email: info@emerald-collection.com
The Tour & Excursions Office is located
welcome escape from the midday heat.
by the living area on the beach. Visits
Here, guests can enjoy a refreshing
can be arranged to Stone Town,
cocktail or cold drink. A lunchtime
cultural heart of Zanzibar and a Unesco
offering a choice of water activities
snack menu is available for those who
World Heritage Site. Other trips include
for the adventurous traveller. Discover
cannot face leaving the beach.
Safari Blue, with lunch on a beautiful
the fun of kite surfing, snorkelling and
There is a team of professionals
sandbank; trips to the Jozani Forest
scuba diving. There is a full range of
for children aged four to 12, free of
Reserve, home to the rare red colobus
PADI courses as well as other less
charge. Trained staff are on hand to
monkey; tours of the spice plantations
rigorous pursuits. The diverse aquatic
entertain children with a range of
to discover the history of Zanzibar’s
life off Zanzibar’s coast includes
activities such as cooking and special
trade in cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon,
frequent sightings of turtles and
‘mocktail’ lessons. Children’s lunch and
pepper and other spices; visits to
dolphins as well as occasional sightings
dinner menus are provided. In-suite
Prison Island, just off Stone Town, ideal
of humpback whales and whale sharks.
babysitting is available at extra charge.
for snorkelling and featuring giant
The island’s magnificent dive sites
The Hide and Seek Kids Club caters
The resort offers guests a true
turtles originating from the Seychelles;
(more than 20 of them) offer variety
synergy of mind, body and soul. Spa
and cultural trips to the ruins of Persian
and adventure for those trying scuba
services cater for one’s personal
baths and Omani palaces at various
for the first time as well as for the more
needs, with hammam, hydrotherapy,
locations on the island.
experienced divers.
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Why ladies love changing tyres
Tyre tips
By Reema Doshi, PR & Marketing Manager, Kingsway Tyres Ltd
article, I hosted yet another
A
ladies tend to do a great job of helping
Women’s Tyre Clinic in March
each other by placing life-savers in
at the Standard Chartered Bank
front of and behind the vehicle, getting
offices in Westlands. My thanks to all
the spare tyre out of the boot and
the ladies who attended this event.
figuring out which tool does what.
s promised in my last
Team work is inevitable here and the
It was an honour to host you all and I
The physical challenge comes with
look forward to the next one.
its fair share of dirt and grime; but the
Judging from past practical
feeling of empowerment leaves the
sessions, it is becoming clear that
ladies quite elated. Every participant
ladies actually do enjoy changing tyres.
ultimately walks away a winner. With the practical session over, jacks
(Guys, take my word for it.)
and spanners are returned to the car
So if you’re looking forward to attending the next Kingsway Women’s
After a short break, the partici-
and the ladies can enjoy a well deserved
Tyre Clinic, let me tell you about the
pants ease into an important part of
lunch. Later, as they prepare to drive
one-day class.
the program: Safety and Security for
home, each receives a neatly prepared
Ladies on the Road.
tip sheet on how to change a tyre and
It begins with the all good stuff: breakfast, chit-chat, smiles and that
a car service checklist, all for reference
I think I know you from somewhere.
Enlighten
Once the ladies have settled down and
Since the inception of the Women’s
when I receive positive feedback from
the introductory part of the session is
Tyre Clinic, SSP Beatrice Kiragu from
participants who say the course was
out of the way, we tackle the first topic:
the Kenya Police has been so kind as
helpful and useful. I am also happy to
Know Your Tyres.
to enlighten participating ladies on
receive critical feedback on how best to
look we all give each other that says
purposes. So there you have it! I always have a sense of satisfaction
Yours truly demystifies the tyre:
Kenya’s Traffic Code, new traffic rules
improve the course so we can make sure
its various parts; how to care for your
and how to conduct themselves if they
the next session is better than the last.
tyres; tyre longevity; and when to have
are involved in a minor accident.
them replaced.
With that done, the ladies make
If this inspires you to take part in the next Kingsway Tyre Clinic in October,
their way to the car park for the prac-
you can register by emailing:
of queries from the audience and once
tical session. While there, they get a
customerservice@kingswaytyres.com
these burning questions have been
look under the bonnet. Participants
answered, we move on to the bonus
(some for the first time) learn how to
session: Know Your Car.
check their engine oil levels among
This session tends to raise a number
The lovely ladies from Toyota Kenya, led by Faith Waraki and Eunice Kuria,
other key points. Soon after, the Kingsway TyrEx-
give the participants an in-depth look
perts team takes the ladies through
into what their cars look like under
the step-by-step process of changing
the hood, when their cars require a
a tyre. Once this valuable knowledge
minor and major service, and basically,
has been passed on, participants are
how to avoid getting conned by your
divided into groups and given the
mechanic. This may seem like a rather
Ultimate Tyre Changing Challenge. The
intimidating session, but the way Faith
first group to complete the challenge
and Eunice smooth it over makes the
while following the correct procedures
session seem like a walk in the park.
are the prize-winners.
Happy driving!
Feel free to visit our branch at The Village Market for a quick tyre check- up. We’re always glad to be of service.
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 Pinkopallino Gallery Exhibition 15 to 20 May
The Pinkopallino Gallery proudly presents an array of beautiful interior furnishings and accessories for the discerning eye. The creations of designer Jutta Gavidia-Wilhelm are exquisitely hand-made and reflect the various cultures that inspire her work. Pinkopallino Gallery exhibits at the New Exhibition Hall from 15 to 20 May.
Friday Live at the Food Court every Friday
No plans this Friday? The Friday Live entertainment at The Village Market’s Food Court offers an array of performances featuring salsa dancers, an assortment of live bands, a resident DJ, special foods and drink offers until late. Free entry.
Village Eco-Market
First and last week of the month All creators and enthusiasts of eco-conscious and quality lifestyle products should make their way to the bimonthly display of eco-wares at the Eco-Market at the Food Court every first and last week of the month. Open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 am to 6 pm. For more information contact marketing at: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com
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: Village Market Twitter Handle: @VillageMarket Web: www.villagemarket-kenya.com
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A to Z
THE VILLAGE MARKET AT A GLANCE List of outlets: ARTS, CRAFTS & GIFTS Anselm’s Kitengela Hot Glass Arabian Corner Artz Gallery Blue Rhino Handcraft Centre Jit Crafts Toy World Wishes
ESSENTIALS All Times News Stand Blue Lily Flower Shop Catermart 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
FASHION & ACCESSORIES Accesorize Adele Dejak Athens Aromatic Perfume Bar Barton
Bata Bellisimo Bossini City Walk Coco Chic Fabric Gallery Jaishiv Khazana Jit Gems Jooal Kazuri Beads Kikoy Company Kwanza Lavent Istanbul Made in Africa Mille Collines Moksh Nairobi Sports House Oltre One Way Patrick Mavros Renzo Salvatore Di Francesca Sandstorm Trevor Collection Woolworths
FINANCIAL SERVICES Barclays Prestige Centre Cenhi Ltd CFC Stanbic Bank Chase Bank Commercial Bank of Africa Co-op Bank Pesa Point ATM
Eco Bank ATM Equity ATM Imperial Bank Kenya Commercial Bank NIC Bank Standard Chartered ATM Taipan Forex Bureau VSF International (K) Ltd
FOOD & RESTAURANTS Arlecchino Art Caffe Dorman’s Coffee House German Point Jiko - Tribe Hotel Khazana Restaurant Osteria Gigiri Planet Yoghurt Pomodoro Pizzeria Prime Cuts Deli Revive Juice Bar Ro-Ro Chinese Fast Food Ro-Ro Chinese Restaurant Sofra (Sea World) Seven Seafood & Grill Tamambo Bar & Grill Taste of Africa Thai Village Tiramisu
FURNITURE & FURNISHINGS Casa In Kashmir Arts Palacina Interiors Past & Present Pinkopallino Gallery Sweet Dreams
HEALTH & BEAUTY Belladonna Pharmacy Dream Nails Elixir Health Grassroots Haute Perfumerie Jaff’s Optical Salon Malibu Salon Natalie Seacret Spa Taut Body Village Dental Clinic
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 Safariom Service Centre Kiwi Shop KK Security Phoenix Safaris Post Office Safaricom Service Centre Schofield & Associates Shifaz Vet Clinic Tintoria Dry Cleaners Village Photoshop Wynton House of Music
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Village Market
essential contacts & INFORMATION All Times News Stand
Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm Tel: 0721 888222/ 0736 313345/ 0720 695114 Email: atmina@villagemarket-kenya.com
Barclays Bank Prestige Centre
Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 8.30 pm Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm Tel: +254 20 7122741/ 7120042/ 7121963 prestige.village-market@barclays.com
Belladonna Pharmacy
Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 8.30 pm Sunday & Public Holidays: 10 am to 7.30 pm Tel: +254 20 7122141 / 0735 122147 admin@belladonnapharmacy.com
Bonus Card
Monday to Saturday: 8 am to 5 pm Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm Tel: +254 20 7122488/90 Email: bonuscard@villagemarket-kenya.com
Bunson Travel (Carlson Wagonlit Kenya) Monday to Friday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sunday: 9.30 am to 12 noon Tel: +254 20 7121235/7124757/7122080 info@bunsontravel.co.ke
Commercial Bank of Africa (CBA)
Monday to Friday: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12 noon Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 7120263/346 0710 60235/ 0737 800170
Chase Bank
Monday to Friday: 10 am to 5 pm Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm Sunday: 11 am to 2 pm Tel: +254 20 2774262/ 263
DHL
Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9.30 am to 4.30 pm Tel: +254 20 7124172
Diamond Trust Bank
Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 8 am to 4 pm Tel: +254 20 7122270/ 7122271/ 2357982 0 711 300003/ 0733 440074 Email: info@dtbkenya.co.ke
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Dormans Coffee Shop
Monday to Thursday: 8 am to 6.30 pm Friday & Saturday: 8.30 am to 10 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 7 pm Tel: +254 20 2082379/ 0702 978945/ 0722 589521 Email: dorman@village.co.ke
Kenya Airways Sales & Ticketing Office
Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm Saturdays: 9 am to 3 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 7121072/ 7120241 +254 20 6422790-9 Email: contact@kenya-airways.com
Kenya Commercial Bank
Monday to Friday: 8.30 am to 6.30 pm Saturday: 8.30 am to 4 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 7122012/ 7122003/ 7120483 Email: villagemarket@kcb.co.ke
Management & Security Office
Monday to Saturday: 8 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 5.30 pm Tel: +254 20 7122488/90 Email: admin@villagemarket-kenya.com
Nakumatt Supermarket
Safaricom Customer Care Centre
Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 am Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 4 pm Tel: +254 20 4272349/ 2372 Email: villagemarket@safaricom.co.ke
Shifaz Veterinary Clinic Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12 noon Sunday: 10 am to 11 am Public Holidays: On appointment Tel: +254 7124166/ 0722 511761/ 0733 775064
Taipan Forex Bureau
Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 5.30 pm Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm Sunday: 10 am to 2 pm Tel: +254 20 7122901/473
Technology House Kenya Ltd Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm Tel: +254 20 7122905/ 0722 510343 / 0734 510343/ 0710 888888 Email: shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke
Tintoria Drycleaners
Monday to Sunday: 8.30 am to 8 pm Tel: +254 20 7122507/8/9 Email: mgrvillage@nakumatt.net
Monday to Saturday: 7 am to 7 pm Sunday: Closed Tel: +254 20 7122984 Email: tintoria@wananchi.com
NIC Bank
Tribe Hotel
Monday to Friday: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday: 9 am to 11.30 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 2888791-4 0720 365036/ 0720 364993/0711 041791/2 Email: moveinfo@nic-bank.com
Phoenix Safaris
Monday to Friday: 7.30 am to 6 pm Saturday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 11 am to 5 pm Tel: +254 20 7122254/ 7121942 Email: info@phoenix-safaris.de
Post Office
Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5.30 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12.30 pm Tel: 0735 764673
Prime Cuts Butchery
Monday to Saturday: 9 am to 6 pm Sunday: 9 am to 3 pm Tel: +254 20 2199300/ 3513506-7 Email: butchery@primecuts.co.ke
Reservations Desk Tel: +254 20 7200000 Email: tribe@villagemarket-kenya.com
Village Dental Clinic
Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12.30 pm Tel: +254 20 7122460/ 0733 8365081/ 0722 154903 villagedental@nbi.ispkenya.com
Village Market Taxi Service Available 24 hrs daily Tel: 0717 207662
Zucchini Greengrocers Monday to Sunday: 9 am to 7 pm Tel: +254 20 7120403/ 0733 057063