Qatar Happening - July 2016 by Qatar Happening

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Doha In Souq Waqif, shoppers ramble through the maze of streets. The Souq is noted for selling traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. It is also home to dozens of restaurants and Shisha lounges. Although it dates back at least a hundred years, it was renovated in 2006 to conserve its traditional architectural style. Photo: By Ameer Abdulrazak Look out for our new photography competition- "Qatar Through Your Eyes" on our website as well as on our Twitter, Instagram and Facebook accounts

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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July 2016 EVERY ISSUE 7

Editor-In-Chief's Letter

QH's Editor-in-Chief tells you what's happening this month

The QH Grab-Bag

It Happened

ENTERTAINMENT 11

Top Picks

Ohhh Sweetie, Darling!

Progress Through Understanding

Our monthly prize corner for your chance to win QH’s photo gallery of the latest happening events in Doha

Comedy duo Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley are back with Ab Fab The Movie. QH contributor Jan Jansen grabs a few minutes with Lumley as the star talks about the comedy classic’s journey onto the big screen.

Party Happenings

Virgin Recommends

Phone Directory

Need-to-know phone numbers

ARTS & CULTURE

Nobu gets the famous QH inspection as we check out what it has to offer Doha’s lounging types.

A look at local comedian and community activist Nawaal Akram

Armenian Red

Arts & Culture Listings

The best monthly entertainment picks from the Megastore

Spotlight On Movies

Entertainment Listings

Find out everything that’s going on this month

For all you geeky sci-fi lovers out there, July sees the arrival of some big summer hits. Find out everything that’s going on this month

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QH explores the importance of colour making traditions and fading histories through Aslı Çavusoglu’s latest exhibition at the Mathaf’s Project Space.

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Top Picks Walking On Sunshine

Check out our guide to keeping healthy with a look at the importance of vitamin D in Qatar during the hot summer months.

A Fruitful Year

Community Listings

Dr. Steffen Sommer, Principal of Doha College takes a look back at yet another memorable school year. Find out everything that’s going on this month

pg 46 Feed your eyes with our QH Hakkasan restaurant review FOOD & DINING

SPORTS

QH SENSATIONS

Top Picks

Made In China

Akram Afif: is a Liga part

A Little ‘Me’ Time

Word Of Mouth

Don’t Look Down

The Dish On Qatar

Electro Workout

Sports Listings

QH heads to the Sino-chic world of Hakkasan for a lunch menu that absolutely rocks! Our contest winner Cathy Rodrigues enjoys the tastes of Arabic restaurant Flying Carpet at the Torch Doha Hotel.

Food & Dining Listings

Find out everything that’s going on this month

John Hunt takes a look at Qatar’s first player to sign for Spanish side Villarreal CF as a forward and what that means for the country’s hopes moving forward.

Ever wondered what your first skydive would be like? We sent Simon Jones to fall from the sky just for you. Electro Muscular Stimulation is a revolutionary way to work out and only takes a half hour to do. Read on if you want to be beach body ready this summer.

QH soaks up the tranquil atmosphere of the Heavenly Spa at the newly opened Westin Doha Hotel, where first class luxury and the personal touch go hand in hand. Thinking of moving home this summer? We spoke to Ahmed Hassan Bilal Group Leasing Experts to find out the main dos and don’ts that you need to know.

Find out everything that’s going on this month

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From The Desk Of The Editor-In-Chief

On The Cover?

QH goes mad for Ab Fab, The Movie this July. Photo credit: Conceptualised by Lindsey Steenkamp

About Us Dear friends, With Ramadan soon to finish, we now all look forward to a festive Eid, full of celebration and family activities. July is now upon us and with the school holidays in full swing and summer temperatures steadily rising, many will temporarily leave Qatari shores for cooler climes. For those who aren’t holidaying just yet, we have another wonderfully full edition for you.

QH is your voice and your guide for all things fun, funky and happening in Qatar! Send us your feedback to editor@qatarhappening.com. Publisher: The Art of Business Chairman: Mr. Ahmed Hassan Bilal Editor-in-Chief: Mr. Nasser Ahmed Hassan Bilal Editorial Director: Antony D. Antoniou

Our July issue starts off with a bulging Entertainment section that includes an interview with UK star Joanna Lumley. Having recently teamed up with partner-in-crime Jennifer Saunders for the highly anticipated Ab Fab The movie, we just had to bring you the low-down on this much loved comedy duo.

Art Director / Production Manager: Lindsey Steenkamp Lead Designer / Brand Manager: Zahi Srour Photographer: Jessie Palanca

Our Arts & Culture section this month has a story on an international Turkish artist who is displaying her work right here in Doha. We met local Comedian Nawaal Akram who is also a member of the Qatar Paralympic Committee, founder of Muscular Dystrophy Qatar, and a wheelchair bound model.

Sales & Marketing Manager: Luciana Cunha Franca Marketing & Sales Assistant Manager: Marian Nagy Web Coordinator: Imran Khan Social Media Coordinator: Donnabelle Ribu

In Community this month, we look at the ever increasing need to educate our young ones on the importance of being green. Something that many of us older ones also need to be reminded of, from time to time. Of course, we haven’t forgotten about all you foodie connoisseurs out there, QH has two fantastic food reviews from a couple of Doha’s best restaurants. Prime Steakhouse at Intercontinental Doha The City, recently won the World Luxury Restaurant Awards 2016 for best steakhouse, so we just had to find out what all the fuss was about.

Administrative & Marketing Coordinator: Mirasol Vinculado Office Administrator: Carmela Yao Distribution Assistant: Jaya Prasad Gautam Contributors: Rabi'ah M, Lynsey Riach, Dawn Gibson,

Jacqueline Bodnar, John Hunt, Samia Qaiyum, Viva Press, Paul Martin, Dr. Steffen Sommer, Simon F Jones and Luciana Cunha Franca

In Sport, we focus on the rising star that is, Akram Afif; the footballer is the first Qatari to sign a major deal with a team from La Liga. John Hunt talks about the significance of the move for Afif and also what this means for the QFA. We also have something for all you adrenaline nuts out there. We sent Simon Jones to literally fall from the sky for QH with his first ever skydive. Check out what happened as well as how you can have a go yourself right here in Qatar, if you’re brave enough, that is. Thank you for making us a part of your lives.

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This month’s QH Grab Bag is all about relaxation and recuperation courtesy of the St. Regis Doha who are offering a two night stay in their Superior Room, on a board basis with dinner for two at the delicious Vine outlet. To participate, head over to the Qatar Happening Facebook page where the winner will be selected on July 12.

Images courtesy of St. Regis Doha

The GCC Hotel of the year

The St. Regis Doha was recently recognised with The GCC Hotel Of The Year Award, during the inaugural Food & Travel GCC Tourism Awards ceremony organised by leading industry title - Food & Travel Arabia Magazine. St. Regis Doha won the award over four other finalists which are among the best hotels in the region. The St. Regis Doha is owned by Al Fardan Group Holdings and is part of the Al Gassar Resort that is located just north of the central business district, adjacent to the Pearl Island and the cultural village known as Katara. The St. Regis Doha’s exterior and interior spaces feature a strong design concept that supports both the story of its Doha location and the legacy of the St. Regis brand. Local influences are brought to life throughout the hotel using design details like the hundreds of Middle Eastern inspired archways and the balance of soft and hard surfaces used to create a unique guest experience. The hotel is home to Qatar’s finest Jazz Club, the internationally renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center. The St. Regis Doha features 11 dining outlets, modern meeting spaces and lavish function rooms

in addition to a variety of recreation facilities and activities. At the St. Regis guests can also enjoy the legendary five-star Remede Spa. The hotel encompasses 336 elegant guest rooms with sea view, including 58 sophisticated suites among them, two Presidential suites spread over 600-square-metres. The guest rooms and suites were designed by the internationally acclaimed Wilson Associates. For more information about the St. Regis Doha call 4446-0000 or visit www.stregisdoha.com. n

Fabulously styled rooms will re-energise you as in this five-star experience

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ENTERTAINMENT

Top Picks

THE GRAND HYATT Laughter Factory

July 19: Dunes. Laughter Factory is proud to bring you the best international comedians at Grand Hyatt Doha on July 19. Come and have a laugh with gag-masters Michael Fabri, Ola and Sean Collins. For more information, bookings and inquiries call 4448-1280, or 7021-8094.

THE WESTIN DOHA HOTEL & SPA Cuban Night

Wednesdays: Join us for a lively evening of pure classic Cuban soul whilst enjoying the finest traditional tipples Cuba has to offer. Three Signature classics, accompanied by totopos and quesadillas for only QR 150 per person. From 5:00 p.m. till 2:00 a.m. For more information call 4492-1555, email dining.doha@westin.com, or visit www.mixbardoha.com.

RADISSON BLU Manic Monday

July 11, 18, 25: Qube. Enjoy a variety of rhythms from our resident DJ and band deep into the night, in Doha’s ultimate entertainment venue! It gets manic from 7:00 p.m. and stays open till late. Free entry, members only. Over 21’s and Qatari ID required for membership. For more information call 4428-1555.

SHERATON GRAND DOHA Mega Ladies Night LA CIGALE Sky View Flashback Tuesdays

Tuesdays: Sky View. Sway the night away in a sparkling themed ambient and newly-renovated Sky View while DJ Tony spins vibrant disco tracks taking you back to the good old days. No entrance fee and no minimum charge; a complimentary tipple is offered to all “Flashbackers”. For more information call 4428-8204/888.

Last Friday of July: Irish Harp. From 8:00 p.m. onwards, everyone can enjoy a fantastic evening in the comfort of Doha’s only Irish establishment. Free entry and unlimited free beverages for ladies. QR 100 for gents including a standard beverage. For more information call 4485-3000. Visit us at www.irishharpdoha.com.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Words by Jan Janssen Interview and selected images courtesy of Viva Press

Joanna Lumley is a natural born iconoclast whose off screen charisma has often brought her just as much attention as her acting roles. Fiercely independent, the British star has long been an outspoken advocate on behalf of social and political causes whilst earning the admiration of her fans as a fearless feminist. With Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie soon to hit the silver screen, QH caught up with the British icon to get the latest on her career, her bondless energy and passion for life.

he first became famous as a top model in London during the Swinging Sixties era and was known for appearing in fashion spreads shot by the legendary Patrick Lichfield as well as for being the muse of designer Jean Muir. Her career then took a quantum leap when she co-starred as the high-kicking martial arts expert Purdey on The New Avengers TV series which established her as one of Britain's top TV actresses. Her off-camera lifestyle made her the ideal choice to play Patsy, the outlandish, beverage-swigging ex-model in the cult British TV series, Absolutely Fabulous, which debuted in 1992 and ran for three seasons before enjoying a second run from 2001-05. Together with cast mate Jennifer Saunders (Edina, the chain-smoking PR agent), Lumley captured the public imagination with her outrageous behaviour. Now she's getting the chance to indulge in more irreverent mayhem in "Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie," the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of the massively popular sitcom which opens this summer. The Ab Fab movie finds Edina and Patsy on the run following an unfortunate incident at a London fashion launch party after Edina (aka Eddie) accidentally pushes Kate Moss off a balcony and into the Thames. "How bad could this be?" Edina asks her daughter Saffron (Julia Sawalha), who replies, "You have killed Kate Moss!" The dynamic female duo then flees to the comforts of the French Riviera, where "everyone's a criminal," a suitably decadent setting where they revel in more mayhem amid the yachts, palm tree, and Eurotrash

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crowd. Directed by Mandie Fletcher, the film is based on a screenplay by series creator Saunders and also sees Jane Horrocks, and June Whitfield return to their familiar roles as Bubble and Mother, respectively. "My granddaughters, who are 11 and 12, will be at the film premiere," Lumley said. "They haven’t seen Ab Fab before, and my daughter-in-law is putting them through a crash course so they are not too shocked by their grandmother!"

Moss makes a brief appearance in the film, one of a myriad of 60-plus cameos which includes Jon Hamm, Rebel Wilson, Joan Collins, Perez Hilton, Jerry Hall and Stella McCartney, who is particularly upset about Moss's untimely passing. Lumley, who turned 70 in May, has enjoyed a distinguished career as one of Britain's most popular TV stars. Apart from her work in Ab Fab and The New Avengers, she also made her mark in Sapphire & Steel, Sensitive Skin, Clatterford, and Agatha Christie's Marple. She enjoyed a small role in 2013's The Wolf of Wall Street and will soon be seen in the dramatic tearjerker, Me Before You, starring Emilia Clarke. Born in India, where her father served in the 6th Gurkha Rifles, Lumley was educated at St Mary’s Convent School in Hastings and the Lucie Clayton Finishing School in London. She has one son, Jamie, a photographer, two grandchildren, and lives in south London with her husband of 25 years, conductor Stephen Barlow. With respect to turning 70, the still fabulous-looking Lumley had this to say: "Oh look, it doesn’t mean anything to me. All I have ever longed for was to get older – when I was 12 I wanted to be 18, when I was 30 I wanted to be 50. I just adore being 70. You lose your fear. There is an obsession with numbers. People say 70 is the new 60 and 60 is the new 20… Why don’t we all quieten down a bit and just get on with it?"

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of The on-screen chemistry and antics red Saunders and Lumely has endea . them to people around the world

QH: Joanna, for people who may not know how your Absolutely Fabulous character, Patsy, came to be, can you fill us in? JL: Jennifer (Saunders), (collaborator) Ruby (Wax) and I invented Patsy's past and I furnished her with having been a model in the swinging 60s. Jennifer is 13 years younger than me, so she was a baby when all that was going on. Patsy and I are the same coin but I hope I'm the obverse side of her.

present two women hanging out and behaving badly. You'd never seen that on TV before and audiences just loved the spectacle of Patsy and Edina behaving in a very shallow and selfish way that eventually became the standard for our celebrity culture. Our show was ahead of its time in that sense and what we were treating as satire has become reality today. QH: Do Patsy and Edina feed off each other?

JL: Not much! I drink a fraction of what she does and I’m fatter than she is but I’m a bit like her. I don’t have her vicious language but I adore her. I knew girls like Patsy, though – Eurotrash figures who didn’t seem to belong anywhere but were always immaculately turned out and could be found in Saint-Tropez. You could never work out quite how they lived and Patsy was one of those.

JL: Yes, of course. They exist in a twisted symbiosis where they are constantly exacerbating each other's worst tendencies. They look at the world as their playground where they exploit anything they can find which enhances their own superficial self-image. It's the absurdity of their self-absorbed way of looking at the world which is really a reflection on our society and how our values have become distorted. You see many celebrities behaving the way Patsy and Edina do - people who only follow the latest trends and are obsessed with fame and the need to keep feeding their egos.

QH: What is the secret of the bond between Patsy and Edina?

QH: Apart from Patsy, which role has had the biggest impact on your career?

JL: They are life-long friends. They love and care for each other no matter what happens to them or the odd tiff between them. It's the kind of friendship that will last forever.

JL: Purdey in The New Avengers. After 26 episodes over two years, I never had to say: "I'm Joanna Lumley and I’ve done this and that," again. It opened doors for me. The show was seen in 128 countries. The impact of the hairstyle I wore and the show in general was immense. I’d been a Bond girl (she had a small role in In Her Majesty's Secret Service) and in Dracula films and Coronation Street, but I was always hunting for work. After The New Avengers, I never had to wait for work again.

QH: Is there any overlap between your own personality and Patsy's?

QH: What led you to get into acting? JL: I loved the chaos and insecurity of the profession. At the beginning I had a tough time convincing anyone I could do the job and in a perverse way I was drawn to the uncertainty. I always thought of acting as a way of leading a very unpredictable life. I don't like planning my life. I like the idea of not knowing what I'm going to be doing next year, or tomorrow! (Laughs) QH: Have you always seen yourself as a free-thinker, someone who believed in a lot of the ideas that came out of the sixties' counter-culture revolution? JL: I liked the sense of freedom and desire to change society that was part of that time. There really was this feeling that we were going to change the world and make it a better place to live in. Sadly, women are still fighting for equality and we're still trying to convince politicians to protect the environment and to get more and more people to reduce their carbon footprints. QH: What drives you?

QH: What do you think is behind the enduring public fascination with Ab Fab? JL: You have to remember that when we shot the first episode in 1991, it was a relatively radical concept to

JL: I believe in doing the right thing and being passionate about the way you engage with the world. There was an old hippie song in the Sixties that rather shocked me back then. It said, "If you can't be with the one you love, love the one you are with." I've rather taken it to heart now. I don't keep saying, "Oh, I wish I'd listened to soand-so, done this, said that." I suppose that's why

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I fight for the things I believe in. If you love something with a passion, it must come from within you. You are what you do, and you get what you want. QH: What makes you happiest in life? JL: I love being with my husband and leading very full lives. One of my greatest pleasures is going to a great restaurant and having a long, romantic dinner together. I also love every chance I get to see my son Jamie and my granddaughters Alice and Emily. Very simpl stuff, really. QH: You've always stayed in absolutely fabulous shape and have long been a vegetarian. Are you also an exercise junkie? JL: I never exercise. I never go to the gym but I like rushing around doing housework or gardening. I wake up around 6:30 and I rarely have anything for breakfast except a cup of coffee. But I've always eaten very healthily and I try to walk a lot and run up the stairs. I never sit down and eat big meals - instead I like to have little snacks, maybe a yogurt or some nuts. And I never eat anything with a pulse....I always have a lot of energy. QH: You have always been known for your upbeat personality. How would you describe your outlook on life? JL: Being smiley and nice is what I do. It's my rule of thumb. I am always happy. I am Pollyanna. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m the smiling, cheerful nightmare you beat with a bat to get out of your house. Every day I try to make life better for someone... Being kind to someone or helping someone, or sending off a small cheque for ÂŁ10 or something....I like being positive.. n

s Lumley has picked up many award over the years but somehow still le keeps herself grounded and humb

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ENTERTAINMENT

Party Happenings Words by Antony D. Antoniou Selected photography by Jessie Palanca

We kick back and relax at Nobu in Four Seasons Hotel Doha for a night of surprises, both culinary and visual. From the main dining room to the rooftop lounge, QH discovers all seven of the stylish entertaining spaces in Qatar’s top Japanese restaurant/lounge.

ou know you are in for a treat when you see people queuing up outside Nobu a half an hour before opening time. This is my first visit and like most, I can’t help but be wowed with the architectural marvel that stands before me. Perched delicately at the edge of the private Four Seasons marina, overlooking the Arabian Gulf, Nobu resembles some kind of space craft that is resting after a long intergalactic journey. However, I have it dutifully explained to me that in fact, its look is inspired by that of a sea shell. The 26,000 square-foot Nobu Doha is one of the largest in the brand’s portfolio. As we enter, we take

the elevator to the first floor and are immediately overwhelmed by what is very clearly a masterpiece in restaurant and lounge design. Being the son of a restaurateur, I naturally analyse any eatery or lounge I walk into, looking for innovations and clever or interesting decor. I am happily surprised by the modern, chic interiors and the sensory overload that is, Nobu. This unique space is a luxurious 134-seat interior dining area, with two exclusive private dining rooms, a 10-seat sushi counter, a sophisticated White Pearl Bar & Lounge, a stylish Black Pearl Bar & Lounge, and a one-of-a-kind, 38-seat swirling rooftop lounge that encompasses both indoor and outdoor seating options. We take a seat at the White Pearl Bar & Lounge with what is simply a stunning view of the mighty Arabian sun as it succumbs to the starry night. The music fills the air with modern beats from the resident DJ as conversations buzz on around me. The menu highlights Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature new-style Japanese fare and also showcases entirely new dishes created with the region’s local ingredients. We go for the Nobu style tapas menu and order an array of delightful dishes packed with flavour and thought..

The Sashimi Salad Skewers are fresh and wonderfully balanced with a sweat garnish, next to arrive is the Oyster Shooters, (kind of gimmicky) but at the same time very enjoyable, they are presented in shot glasses and go down pretty much in one. Next to arrive is the Black Cod Butter Lettuce which we unanimously agree is our dish of the night. The flaky texture of the cod which is wrapped in mini lettuce leaves with a sweet sauce that makes us wish we ordered more. Another personal favourite is the Rock Shrimp Tempura with Creamy Spicy Sauce. We ordered a second helping but that too disappeared quicker than we had wished. A number of the other dishes we ordered were also very good to exceptional, including the Pan Seared Scallops with Shichimi Crust, the Grilled Umami Chicken Wings with Miso Salt and the Beef Tenderloin Skewers with Honey Anticucho. A lot of the servings we tried were pretty small but finger food usually is. If you’re smart and speak to the friendly staff you can certainly fill your belly without breaking the bank. Bigger food options are also available from the main menu.

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Stunning views of Doha's cityscape from the roof top

After the eating you may want to take things up a notch with a few classy beverages. As you scale each floor, the more of a lounge environment awaits. Nobu is a versatile eatery and lounge with something for everyone. It certainly inspires and elevates the city’s culinary scene and also acts as a great hang out spot with one of the better lounges and outdoor terraces in town. n NOBU DOHA

Incredible food experiences await

Location: Four Seasons private marina Timings: • Friday Brunch: 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. • Dinner – À la carte: 6:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Daily • Bar and Lounge: 6:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Daily • Happy Hour: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Daily • Ladies Night: 6:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Monday For more information visit www.noburestaurants.com or call 4494-8500.

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VIRGIN RECOMMENDS

QH BRINGS YOU THE TOP STAFF PICKS FROM THE MEGASTORE NAME: HAYTHEM BEN ACHOR STORE SECTION: MULTIMEDIA TIME AT VIRGIN: FIVE YEARS

Best Part of My Job: “Sometimes customers are unsure of what type of things to buy and I like to help advise them to make sure they get the best products which suit their needs. I also like that we get extra training for some products, we get a lot of cool new products in the store every month. So I like this aspect of my job.”

MINISTRY OF SOUND AUDIO L PLUS Sleek design meets serious sound to power your party with high-end audio engineering. Incorporating Bluetooth, Wi-Fi connectivity, multi-room streaming and your favourite music services at the touch of a button. Retail Price: QR 1619

ION MAX LP Listen. Connect and Convert. Play your music loud and clear with this all-in-one turntable with built-in stereo sound speakers. Retail Price: QR 649

CHIPOLO This is a small, colorful Bluetooth enabled device that easily attaches to valuable items. With the free Chipolo app, locate any lost or misplaced item in seconds by ringing it. Retail Price: QR 99

CROSLEY EXECUTIVE PORTABLE USB TURNTABLE A plug and play turntable which can easily take vinyl and convert it to digital files. Retail Price: QR 799

PARROT ZIK 3 The newest generation of Parrot’s wireless music and telephony headset. Everything a pair of headphones should offer - beautiful, wireless, intuitive, technological, and compatible with all ‘modern’ devices. To ensure music is heard in all its harmony and depth, Parrot Zik 3 audio playback offers digital 32 bits audio processing. Retail Price: QR 1649

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Spotlight On Movies From superheroes to our four legged friends as well as space adventures, July has plenty to keep you entertained.

THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS

GENIUS

Animation, Comedy, Family Taking place in a Manhattan apartment building, Max's life as a favourite pet is turned upside down, when his owner brings home a sloppy mongrel named Duke. They have to put their quarrels behind when they find out that an adorable white bunny named Snowball is building an army of abandoned pets determined to take revenge on all happy-owned pets and their owners. Stars: Jenny Slate, Ellie Kemper, Lake Bell, Kevin Hart, Louis C.K. QH Fun Fact: Louis C.K. and Kevin Hart's first animated film.

THE PURGE: ELECTION YEAR

Biography, Drama A chronicle of Max Perkins's time as the book editor at Scribner, where he oversaw works by Thomas Wolfe, Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald and others. Stars: Colin Firth, Jude Law, Nicole Kidman, Laura Linney QH Fun Fact: A. Scott Berg's biography "Max Perkins: Editor of Genius", on which the film is based, won the National Book Award, upon the publication in 1978.

GHOSTBUSTERS Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi 30 years after Ghostbusters took the world by storm, the beloved franchise makes its long-awaited return. Director Paul Feig brings his fresh take to the supernatural comedy, joined by some of the funniest actors working today. Stars: Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones QH Fun Fact: First Ghostbusters film not to be directed by Ivan Reitman.

Action, Horror, Sci-Fi Two years after choosing not to kill the man who killed his son, former police sergeant Barnes has become head of security for Senator Charlene Roan, the front runner in the next Presidential election due to her vow to eliminate the Purge.

Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi The USS Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.

Stars: Frank Grillo, Elizabeth Mitchell, Mykelti Williamson, Ethan Phillips

Stars: Idris Elba, Zoe Saldana, Sofia Boutella, Karl Urban

QH Fun Fact: Takes place in the year 2025

QH Fun Fact: This film takes place two and a half years after Star Trek Into Darkness (2013).

STAR TREK BEYOND

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Listings All listings are categorized per hotel. Inclusion is limited to availability of space, with priority given to advertisers.

QH RECOMMENDS

FOUR SEASONS ¡Hola! Peru

Daily: Cozy up to a table at Library & Cigar Lounge as they feature traditional Peruvian bites such as ceviche, anticuchos and tiraditos with special beverages for the whole month of July. Prices starting from QR 55. From 5:00 p.m. till 12:00 midnight. For more information call 4494-8600, or email dining.doh@fourseasons.com.

W DOHA Pure Crystal –Celebrate In Style

July 7: Crystal Lounge and Club. Crystal presents Spanish singer Lara Taylor at Pure Crystal Nights. Taylor has also won the title of Best Spanish singer in electronic music at Vicious Music Awards 2014 as well having been a resident DJ of Pop Star Amnesia, Ibiza in 2013. Strictly reservation and guest-list only. From 10:00 p.m. until late. For more information call 4453-5135 or email bnfreservations.wdoha@whotels.com or visit www.crystaldoha.com.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA Girls Night Out

REGULAR PROMOTIONS

Wednesdays: Paloma. Girls Night out is back! Every Wednesday bring your girlfriends along and enjoy our complimentary sips for Ladies every Wednesday and QR 80 entrance for single men includes one house beverage. Happy hour 5:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. For more information call 4484-4444.

Making it easier to navigate at your fingertips, we’ve categorized all our listings per outlet – including special offers and weekly/daily regular promotions.

SPECIAL PROMOTIONS DOHA MARRIOTT New Pearl Lounge

Daily: The Pearl Lounge. ‘Pearls don’t lie on the sea-shore – if you want one, you must dive for it’ – Chinese proverb. The trendy and popular Pearl Lounge has had a revamp, so join them for the nightclub’s re-opening and unwind in chic and elegant surroundings. Happy hour daily from 5:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. and enjoy selected beverages for only 27 QR. For more information call 4429-8444.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA THE CITY Escape the summer heat Sun-Thurs: Summer is here! So stay happy and cool off from the summer heat with our extended happy hour offer - buy one, get one free - on selected house beverages between 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Opening hours are from 2:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information call 4015-8888.

LA CIGALE Brand-New Sky View

Daily: Sky View. Pique your curiosity and catch a glimpse of the striking, newly-renovated Sky View. Guess what? La Cigale has introduced a new double-floor indoor section, where you can party the night away all year-long. Enjoy the most vibrant mixes while savouring light snacks, house beverages and sushi. Daily from 6:00 p.m. till 2:00 a.m. No entrance fee and no minimum charges during weekdays. Rules and regulations apply. For more information call 4428-8204/888.

RADISSON BLU Dj Levsric

July 15: Qube. Enjoy a variety of rhythms deep into the night, in Doha’s ultimate entertainment venue with Dj Levsric! Show begins at 7:00 p.m. till late. VIP Area for Ladies/Gents is QR 160 per person. After 10:00 p.m. Ladies pay QR 50. Over 21’s only. Qatari ID required for membership. For more information call 4428-1555.

SHERATON GRAND DOHA Open Mic & Office Night

Sundays: Irish Harp. Bring the work crowd along for a great team bonding adventure! Guests can perform live on stage to their own jams. 30% discount for teachers and hoteliers. From 8:00 p.m. till 11:30 p.m. every Sunday. For more information call 4485-3000.

DOHA MARRIOTT Happy Hour

Daily: The View Poolside Restaurant. The View is a beautifully-designed terrace-style space located directly on the pool deck with excellent views over Doha’s cityscape. Enjoy your weekend brunch under the sun at the only outdoor pool terrace. Stop by with a friend and join the daily happy hour from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. and sample the fantastic atmosphere The View has to offer. For more information call 4429-8499.

HILTON Bab Al Baher Beach Lounge

Daily: Bab Al Baher. Don’t miss the games on our wide screen with a selection of shisha flavours, Arabic menu and special beverages on our beachfront. From 3:00 p.m. till 2:00 a.m. at Hilton Hotel, Diplomatic Street, West Bay Area. For reservations or more information call 4423-3447 or email doha.restaurants@hilton.com.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA Taco Tuesday

Tuesdays: Paloma. Tuesday night is Taco Night. Chef Salvador brings you authentic flavours of Mexican tacos. Choose five different varieties from the taco menu and top them up with a signature Mexican refreshment for QR 128. For more information call 4484-4444.

Thursday Vibes

Thursdays: Lava. With the resident DJ providing an electrifying set, Lava will become the only place you can possibly think of going to and, most importantly, leave with the excitement of coming back the following week! Did we mention? Free entry for all! For more information call 4484-4444.

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ENTERTAINMENT INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA THE CITY Pink Wednesdays

Wednesdays: Strata. Welcome to Doha’s only Pink Wednesday – a girls’ night out where the ladies receive two welcome refreshments upon arrival and can groove away to the tunes of R&B, soul and funk, along with a fantastic chance to win a high-end designer items and much more. For more information call 4015-8888 or email doharestaurants@ihg.com.

Moombahton

Thursdays: Strata. Moombahton has arrived in Doha! Originating in Washington DC from remixed Dutch House, Moombahton is a fusion genre of house music, dance hall, reggaeton, dub, hip-hop and electro that perfectly combines thick spread out bass lines, dramatic builds, two-step pulse, quick drum fills, ravey synths and the occasional rap sample… with a night of Moombahton, you can’t help but hit that dance floor every Thursday evening at Strata! QR 75 with an inclusive beverage. Free entrance before 12:00 a.m. for Ladies. Mixed groups and couples only.

Buckets And More

Fri& Sat: Hive. Join for some sporty games on the big screen. Quench your thirst with a bucket of six for the price of four for QR 175. For more information call 4015-8888, or email doharestaurants@ihg.com.

KEMPINSKI RESIDENCES & SUITES Happy Hour Daily: The Lounge. The Lounge reveals their refreshed classic Happy Hour and extends it from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. Enjoy your favourite selected beverages and nibbles for only QR 30. For more information call 4405-3325, email restaurants.doha@kempinski.com , or visit www.kempinski.com/doha.

Grapes & Formaggio With Kéyali

Sundays: The Lounge. Enjoy an exceptional selection of grapes, paired with the best selection of cheeses from around the world. Prices start at QR 150 per platter plus grapes. Enjoy smooth live entertainment by Kéyali Mayaga and her band from 9:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. Complimentary entrance. For more information call 4405-3325, email restaurants.doha@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/doha.

Listings The Kempinski Red Velvet Fridays

Fridays: Café Murano. Indulge in an overdose of red velvet creations every Friday afternoon in Café Murano. From 4:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m. Choose your favourite Red Velvet flavours and create your flavoursome extravaganza from the a la carte menu. For more information, contact 4035-5011, email us at restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com or find us at www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz

‘Hora Feliz’ Happy Hour

Daily: El Faro. Hola amigos! Unwind in the authentically Spanish ambiance of El Faro and get the chance to enjoy the buy-one-get-one offer on selected signature beverages, delicious tapas and refreshments. Plus, they’ve extended the Hora Feliz on Fridays and Saturdays for more after-brunch fun! Sunday to Thursday from 5:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m., and Friday to Saturday from 3:30 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. For more information call 4035-5011, email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

ORYX ROTANA Scarlett Tuesdays

Tuesdays: Jazz Club. Calling all ladies! Be part of the ladies’ night re-launch at the Jazz Club and enjoy four complimentary refreshments, tantalizing snacks and get a chance to win with our weekly raffle from 5:00 p.m. till midnight. After that, enjoy a 50% discount on selected beverages. Enjoy the night with the Jazz Band from 9:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m. For more information call 4402-3333.

Hoteliers’ Night

Saturdays: Hoteliers receive a special offer of a 50% discount on both food and beverages. From 9:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. For more information call 4402-3333.

Black Velvet Jazz Club Band

Sun -Fri: Jazz Club. Soak up the smooth jazz atmosphere with our new Black Velvet Band which starts playing from 9:00 p.m. till 12:30 a.m. (Sunday to Wednesday) and from 9:00 p.m. till 1:30 a.m. (Thursday and Friday).For more information call 4402-3333.

Upbeat Mondays

RADISSON BLU Ladies Night

MARSA MALAZ KEMPINSKI The Café Murano Oriental High Tea

Happy Hours At Orion

Mondays: The Lounge. Enjoy refreshing Happy Hour beverages from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. whilst tuning into the upbeat mixes from our DJ every Monday in The Lounge. Complimentary entrance. From 9:00 p.m. till 1:00a.m. For more information call 4405-3325, email restaurants.doha@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/doha.

Daily: Café Murano. A selection of Arabic savoury bites, oriental pastries and baklava, elegant sweets and classic scones in the first oriental high tea on the Pearl. QR 185 for two, including coffee and tea. From 2:00 p.m. till 6:00 p.m. For more information, contact 4035-5011 or email us at restaurants. marsamalaz@kempinski.com or find us at www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz .

Wednesdays: Bubbles. Treat yourselves to a relaxing evening of select beverages & sommeliers choice. Free selection of snacks for every QR 200 spent. From 5:00 p.m. onwards there is exclusive entertainment provided by “Duonova”. Free entry for all. Over 21’s and Qatari ID required.

Fri- Wed: Orion. Come and join us for a lively and upbeat evening of entertainment! We now offer 35% off on all regular branded beverages, and a heady blend of music with creative colourful refreshments. Be inspired by entertainment from the “Aquarius Band” performing daily except Saturdays. From 6:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. Free entry. Over 21’s only and Qatari ID required.

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL DOHA Happy Hour

Weekly: The Den. Experience the longest happy hour in town at Doha’s first non-smoking lounge with beverages from QR 30 from 5:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. The Den is open from 5:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. on weekdays, and 5:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. on weekends. For more information call 4429-5295.

SHERATON GRAND DOHA 80’s & 90’s Party

Saturdays: Irish Harp. From 8:00 p.m. onwards, enjoy a blast from the past. Dance to the old school grooves in Doha’s only Irish pub. Free entrance for all. One complimentary beverage for ladies. For more information call 4485-3000.

Salsa Night Wednesdays: Irish Harp. Hit the floor for some salsa dancing and music all night long. Prepare your dancing shoes and join the throngs of revellers. QR 50 entry fee for men, free entry for ladies. For more information call 4485-3000.

Paired

Daily: Latino Steakhouse. Inspired by global cuisine, worldwide tradition and local culture, Paired couples create distinctive flavours with unexpected taste sensations. We challenge you to break the rules and dine differently. Join us at the Latino Steakhouse for an innovative, exciting and entirely unique dining experience. From 8:00 p.m. till 11:30 p.m. For more information call 4485-3000.

THE GRAND HYATT Happy Hour

Daily: Dunes. Dunes’ happy hour has been extended to three hours, because two hours are never enough! Make sure you visit Dunes every day except Fridays, between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. for the best beverages in the city. For more information call 4448-1280, or 7021-8094.

Liquid Brunch

Fridays: Dunes. Spend Fridays the right way and join Doha’s one-and-only after-brunch from 4:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. featuring resident DJ Santiago Vittorelli. A regular refreshments package is priced at QR 200 (which includes unlimited selected refreshments), a house beverages package is QR 300 and a premium package is QR 499 (which includes unlimited select refreshments). For more information call 4448-1280, or 7021-8094.

THE ST. REGIS DOHA BBQ Night

Thursdays: Vine. Starting from July 14, you can ring in the weekend by experiencing a wide selection of BBQ classics and enjoy the views from the terrace! At QR 320 per person you get soft beverages. QR 420 for enhanced beverages. From 6:30 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information call 4446-0105, or email us at diningreservations@stregis.com.

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Early Weekend

Wed-Thurs: Opal. Starting from the 1st day of EID, you can enjoy the weekend with delicious drinks at the Opal bar with a selection of tapas plates. A guaranteed perfect afternoon with friends and colleagues! A la carte menu. From 3:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. For more information call 4446-0105, or email us at diningreservations@stregis.com.

FOUR SEASONS Gentlemen’s Night

Tuesdays:Library & Cigar Lounge. If there’s a Ladies Night, there should be Gentlemen’s Night too! Every Tuesday, happy hour offering is extended throughout the evening only for the gents, with more selections of manly beverages.For more information call 4494-8600, or email dining.doh@fourseasons.com.

THE WESTIN DOHA HOTEL & SPA MIX Lounge And Terrace

Daily: MIX Lounge and Terrace is a lively, soulful affair that adds to Doha's eclectic social scene. Their playful approach belies an uncompromising commitment to quality. Watch their mixologists work their magic while you find a corner and fill it with friends – this is where Doha comes to play. For more information call 4492-1555, email dining.doha@westin.com, or visit www.westindoha.com.

Friday Post-Brunch Party

Fridays: MIX Lounge And Terrace. After savouring a succulent brunch, pass by the newly-opened MIX Lounge And Terrace and enjoy 50% off on selected refreshments from the beverage menu from 4:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. For more information call 4492-1555, email dining.doha@westin.com, or visit www.westindoha.com.

W DOHA Arabesque Night

Saturdays: Crystal Lounge and Club. Crystal Proudly presents Arabesque Night, Layali 1001 Nights with stars Fadi & Maestro Jamil performing all the latest Arabic songs, LIVE! DJ Imran will spin all the latest top hits of RnB, Hip – Hop & pop tunes. From 10:00 p.m. till late. For more information call 4453-5135 or email bnfreservations.wdoha@whotels.com. Visit our website at www.crystaldoha.com.

Y.O.L.O (You only live once)

Sundays: Crystal Lounge and Club. Join us for a night of ‘back-to-roots’ Old School tunes with our Resident DJ. Enjoy the recently launched drinks menu at special prices. You know what they say… YOLO! From 10:00 p.m. till late. For more information call 4453-5135 or email bnfreservations.wdoha@whotels.com. Visit our website at www.crystaldoha.com.

See us online! www.qatarhappening.com

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Z Lounge by Zengo Kempinski Residences & Suites

Directory

MIX Bar, Lounge and Terrace Westin Doha Hotel & Spa

Illusion Marsa Malaz Kempinski

Let us help you make the most of your weekend with our comprehensive directory of the hottest nightlife spots throughout the city. So grab your friends and head out for a night on the town! Admiral’s Club The Ritz-Carlton

4448-4800

Jazz At Lincoln Center Doha The St. Regis Doha

4446-0000

Pearl Lounge Doha Marriott

4429-8888

Beach Bar Lounge Four Seasons

4494-8888

The Jazz Club Oryx Rotana

4402-3333

Qube Radisson Blu

4428-1428

Belgian Café InterContinental Doha

4484-4444

Jazz Up Mövenpick Hotel Doha

4429-1111

Rocca The Grand Hyatt

4448-1234

Bohemia Marsa Malaz Kempinski

4035-5555

Lava Lounge InterContinental Doha

4484-4444

Shanghai Club Shangri-La Hotel Doha

4429-5000

Boston's City Center Rotana

4445-8888

Level 23 The Ritz-Carlton

4448-4800

Shehrazad Radisson Blu

4428-1428

Bubbles On Two Radisson Blu

4428-1428

Sky View La Cigale

4428-8888

Champions Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Cigar Lounge Sharq Village & Spa Crystal Lounge W Doha

Dunes The Grand Hyatt Glo Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Habanos The Ritz-Carlton

Liquidity Crowne Plaza Doha - The Business Park

4419-6100

4425-6666

Manhattan Radisson Blu

4453-5135

4448-1234

4484-8000

4408-7777

Madison Piano Bar La Cigale

4419-6100

Misturado Crowne Plaza Doha - The Business Park

4015-8888

The Den Shangri-La Hotel Doha

4429-5000

The Irish Harp Sheraton Grand Doha

4485-4444

The Library Radisson Blu

4428-1428

4428-8888

4428-1428

4408-7777

MIX Bar, Lounge and Terrace Westin Doha Hotel & Spa

Strata Lounge InterContinental Doha The City

4492-1555

The Library Bar & Cigar Lounge The Four Seasons

4494-8888

Noir Lounge & Club Meliá Doha

5596-1414

The Lounge Kempinski Residences & Suites

4405-3325

Orion Radisson Blu

4428-1428

Vintage Lounge The St. Regis Doha

4446-0105

4453-5353

Hive InterContinental Doha The City

4015-8888

Oyster Bay The St. Regis Doha

4446-0105

Wahm W Doha

Illusion Marsa Malaz Kempinski

4035-5757

Paloma InterContinental Doha

4484-4444

Z Lounge by Zengo Kempinski Residences & Suites

4405-3333

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Top Picks

FIRE STATION Artists in Residency Programme

June 3-Nov 1: After nine successful months, the current Artist in Residency programme at the Fire Station will draw to a close. Come and see the accomplishments of the current artists in residence at the Garage Gallery, featuring works by eighteen local contemporary artists. www.firestation.org.qa .

MATHAF PROJECT SPACE Red / Red

Until Sep 11: Turkish artist Aslı Çavusoglu will display her installation Red / Red at the Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art Project Space. Curated by Laura Barlow, the installation comprises 17 pieces, including handmade notebooks of drawings and paintings made with red pigments from Armenia and Turkey. Çavusoglu display focuses on the disappearance of Armenian red as a material, and also how she views her work as a proposal for a model of co-existence for the inhabitants of the region to protect and develop the natural ecosystem that produces the pigment.

VCUQATAR Community Classes

Ongoing: Education City. In addition to its summer programs, VCUQatar offers a choice of over 40 community education classes related to art, design and crafts, three times a year. Every fall (October to December), spring (February and March) and late spring (late April to mid-June) you can enhance your knowledge about photography and filming, glimpse into Islamic pattern construction or Arabic calligraphy and explore the world of fashion or interior design. For more information on registration for the 2016 calendar year call 4402-0555, or visit www.qatar.vcu.edu/community.

DRAGON MART Chinese Food Culture Festival DOHA FILM INSTITUTE The 2-Minute Movie Competition

July: A simple challenge to all wannabe movie-makers! Shoot a movie with a running time of no more than two minutes and upload it to mbc.net/2mm or the MBC2 Movie Guide App for your chance to win fantastic prizes. Entries will be judged by our esteemed committee of experts and our judges will select the top 10 entries and at the same time the public will be invited to vote for their favorite movie too. The overall winners, based on both the judges’ and the public’s vote will receive fantastic prizes, and also have the opportunity to premiere their movie on MBC2 and share it on the big screen at the Ajyal Youth Film Festival in Doha in 2016! For more information, call 4420-0505 or visit www.dohafilminstitute.com.

June 30- July 9: Dragon Mart China Mall. Want to taste Chinese food? Want to watch breath taking Chinese performances? Well now you can enjoy the authentic taste and watch wonderful Chinese performances at the Dragon Mart China Mall. We bring you 10 days of fabulous food festivities! No tickets needed. It’s Free! From 8:00 p.m. till 12:00 p.m. For more information please call 4006-1188, email us at info@dragonmartdoha.com, or visit http://facebook.com/Dragonmartdoha.

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Nawaal's incredible spirit and captivating personality has made her a bit of a local star

Progress Through

Understanding Words and images by Rabiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ah M.

Nawaal Akram is a member of the Qatar Paralympic Committee and also a founder of Muscular Dystrophy Qatar. She is a comedian who is also a wheelchair bound model. Nawaal was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy at a young age, however, this lady hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let that stop her, QH was keen to meet her and found out more about this very motivated and inspiring young woman. 28 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 28

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Her parents considered taking legal action against the school, but in the end they didn’t. "There was a great deal of difficulty when it came to receiving the necessary support to seek access to a proper education", Nawaal recalls. However, whilst searching for a solution, she found out that Arabic schools in Qatar were willing to provide her the necessary facilities for he needs, but since she only spoke English this was not an option either. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a progressive neuromuscular disorder which results in muscle degeneration so Nawaal cannot walk; the condition also affects her arms, lungs and heart. She recalls how she lost her ability to walk when she was just 12 years old and that since then, she has been using a wheelchair. Despite her strong will power to remain independent, she does admit it is no longer easy, “I used to be independent enough to get myself dressed and go out with no extra assistance, but it is no longer the same. The condition has become worse and I have become weaker. Now I almost require help with everything. I am not always so forthcoming in accepting the fact that I require someone’s help, I want me to be as independent as possible.” She goes on to explain that the kind of support she has received in Qatar has been fantastic in terms of the various projects that she has been involved in. For instance, her first fashion shoot as a model was a great experience that she recalls with a smile. “I received tremendous support from the online and offline community in Qatar, it was really heart-warming.”

awaal Akram has gained fame for promoting awareness about Duchenne muscular dystrophy here in Qatar, a rare condition she suffers from. Despite her daily struggles, she has channelled her energy in a positive way. Among other things Nawaal works to improve the welfare of the physically disabled in the region. In Qatar, Nawaal Akram is not only a well known figure for her persistent campaigning for individuals with Duchenne muscular dystrophy but also for her special talent as a comedian and promoting awareness about people with disabilities. Born in Pakistan, Nawaal was brought up between Qatar and the U.A.E. which she describes as “her two homes”. She explains that her educational background is incomplete due to the lack of proper educational facilities available at her school. “When it comes to my studies, I went to school until the age of 10. I attended a British curriculum; it was an international school in Qatar. At one stage and to my immense sadness they told my parents that I could no longer attend when I was only 10 years old. The teachers couldn’t handle my needs because they were unable to provide the proper provisions necessary for me to study.”

Being a comedian is something Nawaal considers pivotal to her life, she explains how from a young age, she learned to joke about things that people normally consider to be serious. In fact, she admits that it was through comedy that she was able to cope with everything that happened to her. It was only in 2015 when she started performing at local universities and other events in Qatar that her confidence began to blossom. Her favourite comedians are Kevin Hart and Russell Peters. Through comedy she has found her voice and this brings her a great amount of joy, but also a way to discuss important and highlight issues. People like Nawaal are truly inspirational; she does not allow her physical disabilities to get the better of her, in fact she, like many disabled people use it as a way to inspire others and to raise awareness. However, Nawaal isn’t naive and says that the stigma associated with disabilities is still quite prevalent. Even though Qatari society has now opened its arms to accommodate such individuals, there is still a great deal of work that needs to be done in order replace stigma with love and understanding. Nawaal’s main focus now is to promote disability issues so that in the future disabled people can gain access to education regardless of their nationality and disability, something that she herself was denied. n

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Words by Rubina Singh Images courtesy of Qatar Museums

On show from 22nd May until 11th September 2016, the installation, entitled Red/Red, is on view in Mathaf’s Project Space. Dealing with themes of fading identities and loss of tradition, the show is a thought provoking journey into the mountainous Caucasus region straddling both Asia and Europe. QH went for a visit to find out more. “The great end of all art is to make an impression on the imagination and the feeling” said Sir Joshua Reynolds, a statement that seems very fitting in relation to the work of Turkish artist Aslı Çavusoglu whose artwork is currently. Curated by Laura Barlow, this is the first presentation at Mathaf of ‘Red’, following its production for the 14th Istanbul Biennial, SALTWATER: A Theory of Thought Forms, (2015), with support from Qatar Museums.

Çavusoglu focuses on this dying tradition for the making of this rare red pigment

Aslı Çavusoglu’s work utilizes different media to investigate silenced histories. Articulated through various media forms these investigations revisit key moments in an effort to locate the relationship between rupture and continuity as consciousness and how related identities are constructed, and reconstructed. Her search based practice explores the production and interpretation of cultural and ecological archaeologies and social histories, reflecting the artists’ strong socialist temperament. Working in video, drawing, and installation, Çavusoglu explores the conditions and histories

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The Armenian cochineal is one of the ancient natural sources of red e dye in the Middle East and Europ

of artistic and cultural production, and traditions of display. Aslı Çavusoglu's Red exhibition the physicality of a colour to tell a story of coexistence and communality. Delicate drawings are made on worn papers and handmade notebooks in two red inks: Armenian red, extracted from the endangered Armenian cochineal insect, and Turkish red, now used in the national flag. As the patterns modernise from floral to geometric shapes, the resilience of each pigment as it transforms over time is also reflected. In the work, the Turkish red holds its colour while the Armenian fades, narrating the changing physical and allegorical links to national culture, identity, and memory. Çavusoglu studied Armenian cochineal, from its earliest extraction in the 7th century BC to its use in manuscripts, or “miniature paintings”, to document Armenian culture and life. The pigment comes from a carminic acid found in the “Ararat” or Armenian cochineal insect living in the roots of the Aeluropus

littoralis plant. This plant is indigenous to the Aras (Araks) River valley, which forms the natural border between Turkey and Armenia. On the Turkish side of the river, knowledge of how to produce Armenian cochineal red has been lost since 1915, while on the Armenian side the plant and insect are threatened by extinction due to 20th century industrialisation. The work explores this pigment’s disappearance, speaking to the political and ecological histories of this region. Red advocates for the protection of the delicate social and organic systems of the Aras valley – human, plant, and animal life – to support a communally protected ecosystem and shared knowledge of production that will preserve the recording of its collective past, present and future existence. The artist views her work as a proposal for a model of co-existence for the inhabitants of the region to protect and develop the natural ecosystem that produces the beautiful red pigment. Presenting her work at the opening of her installation, the Çavusoglu gave a public talk at Mathaf on May 22nd as part of the Mathaf Talk series. Commenting on the installation, Abdellah Karroum, Director of

Mathaf, said: “We are delighted to present this latest installation by Asli Çavusoglu in Mathaf’s Project Space. Project Space is dedicated to supporting new artistic and curatorial tendencies and building dialogue around them. Presenting this work here opens an important conversation with a public audience about contemporary uses and readings of material cultures and their histories, in this case specific to Armenia and Turkey.” With more than 9,000 works in it is care, dating from the 19th century to the present day, Mathaf houses the largest and most extensive permanent collection of modern and contemporary art in the region, mainly focusing on the region and its historical and cultural connection from North Africa to Asia, and from Turkey and Iran. A number of educational events and initiatives will be taking place as part of this exhibition. n Red/Red runs from 22nd May until 11th September, 2016 at the Mathaf, Arab Museum of Modern Art. For more information about opening times and exhibitions visit www.mathaf.org.qa/en/

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Listings

Museum Guide

For a complete list of timings visit www.qma.org.qa/en/exhibitions

QH RECOMMENDS

Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art Education City 4402-8855 mathaf_info@qma.org.qa www.mathaf.org.qa Open: Tuesday to Sunday Closed: Mondays

Museum of Islamic Art & Park The Corniche 4422-4444 infomia@qma.org.qa www.mia.org.qa Open: Wednesday to Monday Closed: Tuesdays

The Fire Station & Garage Gallery

IAID Classical Ballet

Monday-Saturday: IAID’s Classical Ballet is a dance that is generally associated with graceful and elegant movements. Ballet was developed in Italy, and was formed from a type of ballroom dancing. In ballet, turn outs, points, ankles, knees, posture are all important and ballerinas spend years perfecting them. IAID classical ballet is a graded course affiliated with British Theatre Dance Association (BTDA). It is designed for children and adults. For more information call 4432-0974/4441-1234, email enquire@iaidonline.org, or visit www.iaidonline.org.

IAID Indian Classical Dance

Sat-Thurs: The course tackles the dance styles of Bharatanatyam and Mohiniattam, with certificates awarded to graduates. The IAID Indian Dance programme is a seven-year certificate course affiliated to the Nalanda Dance Research Centre Mumbai, India. For more information call 4432-0974/4441-1234, email enquire@iaidonline.org, or visit www.iaidonline.org.

MATHAF: ARAB MUSEUM OF MODERN ART FOCUS: Works from Mathaf Collection, Vol.2

Until Sept 4: Education City. The exhibition presents a collection of unique works by Emirati artist Hassan Sharif in his first solo display as part of its ongoing series –FOCUS: Works from Mathaf Collection, featuring artists from the museum’s permanent collection. The first five exhibitions featured Farid Belkahia (Morocco), Saloua Raouda Choucair (Lebanon), Faraj Daham (Qatar), Inji Efflatoun (Egypt) and Abdulhalim Radwi (Saudi Arabia). In this second rotation of the exhibition, Focus: Volume 2 will present the first four of these artists alongside a unique presentation of works by Sharif. Entry is free and opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m. Closed on Mondays. For more information call 4402-8855, or visit www.mathaf.org.qa.

MUSEUM OF ISLAMIC ART Imperial Threads: Motifs and artisans from Turkey, Iran and India

Mar 15-Nov 4: This exhibition will focus on the exchange of artistic and material cultures between the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal Empires. Highlighting MIA's masterpiece carpets, among other artworks, from Turkey, Iran and India, these objects will be contextualized within the historical circumstances of politics and artistic production of their time, primarily from the 16th to the 18th centuries. For more information call 4422-4444, or visit www.mia.org.qa.

Old Civil Defense Roundabout contact@firestation.org.qa www.firestation.org.qa. Open: Wednesday to Monday Closed: Tuesdays

Gallery Al Riwaq

Museum of Islamic Art Park 4452-5555 Open: Same days as Museum of Islamic Art

QMA Gallery

Building 10, Katara, Cultural VIllage 4408-1255 qmagallery@qma.org.qa Open: Monday to Saturday & Sunday Closed: Fridays

Qajar Women: images of women in 19th century Iran

Every Wed until June 11: Join the Museum Guides for a weekly tour of MIA’S Special Exhibition "Qajar Women: Images of Women in 19th Century Iran" which demonstrates the centrality of women in the artistic expression of 19th century Iran and how it continues to inspire contemporary artists today. Starts from 2:00 p.m. No booking required. For more information call 4422-4444, or visit www.mia.org.qa.

QATAR MUSEUMS What About the Art? Contemporary Art from China

Until July 16: Gallery Al Riwaq. Artist CaiGuo-Qiang returns to Qatar, this time as a curator, to present an exhibition featuring 15 contemporary Chinese artists and collectives working in a variety of mediums. As part of the Qatar-China 2016 Year of Culture, the exhibition is set to be a major highlight. Entry is free, so be sure to check it out. For more information visit www.qm.org.qa.

VCUQATAR Print Workshop (Ages 8-12)

July 3-4: Come have fun and learn a new craft over two days under the guidance of course leader Verity Watkins. The first day we will look at a series of patterns based on simple Arabic designs and come up with patterns in our sketchbooks. We will then transfer the pattern onto a printing block using tracing paper. Then do the first layer cut. The following day of the workshop, we will print our first colour over a full sheet of paper. Then cut out more of the pattern into the printing block and add a second colour. From 9:00 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. QR 440 with Early Bird rate. For more information on registration for the 2016 calendar year call 4402-0555, or visit www.qatar.vcu.edu/community

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DOHA MUMS Baby and Toddler Music playgroup July 6: This is a lovely music group for babies around 18 months, where we get together for some singing, dancing and playing. From 8:30 a.m. till 9:30 a.m. For more information on how to join, please visit our FAQ page at www.dohamums.com/faq.

IAID Summer Workshop For Kids

July-Aug: Starting four years & above, IAID offers fresh and zestful courses this summer such as Leadership Workshop, Princess in Tutu, Swing`n Sway, Kidz Gotta Dance, Desi Mania, Wind Melodies, Keys and Harmonies, Paint like the Masters, Shadow Puppetry, Little Big Voices and more. For more information call 4432-0974/ 4441-1234/ 66710589, visit www.iaid.qa or email enquire@iaidonline.org.

QATAR TOAST MASTERS Meeting

July 10: Looking to develop communication and leadership skills? Want to build your selfconfidence? Look no further than the Qatar Toastmasters Club. Master the art of public speaking in a supportive, multicultural group. The club meets on the first and third Sunday of the month, all year round. Meetings are at the Radisson Blu Hotel from 7:00 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. For more information call 3311-5520.

DOHA TWEETUPS Monthly Networking

SOUQ WAQIF ART CENTER Art Education

Ongoing: Located in the lovingly restored Souq Waqif, the Art Center has an array of Arab-based art education classes to keep even the most creative among us busy for months. You can learn calligraphy, painting, drawing and even ceramics. For more information follow them on Facebook.

Ongoing: If you’re new to Qatar, the Doha Tweetups is a great way to get involved and meet new people. This online community regularly hosts monthly ‘offline’ gatherings where people can network or enjoy themed presentations of local talent. Follow them on Twitter or Facebook to find out when and where the next event will be held, or email them at team@dohatweetups.com.

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Walking on Sunshine Words by Dawn Gibson

Are you getting enough Vitamin D? Qatar’s sizzling summers mean many of us are missing out on this essential nutrient, which is vital for keeping bones healthy.

t’s that time of year again – when we travel from our air-conditioned home in our airconditioned car to our air-conditioned office, then back again. Step outside and face that blazing sun? Not likely. The overwhelming summer temperatures in Qatar can be hard to explain to friends from countries with milder climes, but anyone who has been here longer than a few months is well aware how difficult it can be to do anything outdoors when the Gulf sun is in its full glory. One significant side effect of the long Gulf summers is that many of us are at high risk of becoming deficient in Vitamin D, the so-called sunshine vitamin, with potentially serious health consequences. So, do you know if you are in a high risk category? And, if so, what can you do about it?

when ultraviolet B rays (UVB) from the sun touch the skin. You cannot make vitamin D from sitting indoors by a sunny window because the UVB rays needed for the process can’t penetrate the glass. Vitamin D is present in a small number of foods, including fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, fish liver oils, beef liver, cheese and eggs. It is added to some processed foods such as cereals, spreads and powdered milk, but the quantity can vary and may only be tiny. A lack of the nutrient can lead to rickets in children, a disease characterized by soft bones and skeletal deformities, as well as bone pain and tenderness in adults. There is increasing evidence that Vitamin D may play a role in the prevention of several serious diseases, including colon, prostate and breast cancer; type 1 and type 2 diabetes; high blood pressure and multiple sclerosis.

At Risk in Qatar Recent research in Qatar reveals some disturbing findings: Vitamin D deficiency is not just a problem; it is the norm for large sections of the population, particularly people who spend a lot of time indoors and are covered when venturing out.

Vitamin D helps to regulate calcium and phosphate in the body, ensuring bones and teeth remain healthy.

A 2010 study of female students at Qatar University found more than half had a severe vitamin D deficiency, and just three per cent were getting an optimal level.

We get most of our requirement from the effect of sunlight on our skin: the vitamin is made by our body

This followed on from a 2008 study of 340 healthcare workers at Hamad Medical Corporation,

What is Vitamin D?

which found just five per cent of men tested and two per cent of women had good levels of Vitamin D. Overall, medical experts advise that those most at risk are: • pregnant and breastfeeding women • babies and young children under the age of five • people aged 65 and over • people who have darker skin • people who are not exposed to much sun – such as people who cover up their skin when outdoors, or those who are indoors for long periods

Staying Healthy Whilst direct sun exposure is the solution to deficiency, it isn’t quite that simple. For a start, the amount of time you need to spend in the sun to make enough Vitamin D is different for each individual and has to be balanced against the risk of skin cancer. Dr Elham Sharif of the Department of Health Sciences at Qatar University (QU), one of the authors of the QU student survey mentioned above, advises that people need to expose their legs and arms to the sun (without sunblock) for up to 15 minutes a day, three times a week. In addition, the UK Health Department advises that people in at-risk groups, including pregnant women, as well as babies and young children aged six months to five years, should take a daily supplement of Vitamin D. If in doubt, discuss it with your doctor. n

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Words by Jacqueline Bodnar

These days, it’s hard not to notice all the “green living” information around us. People in large numbers are starting to pay more attention to how they can lessen their impact on the planet. For this trend to continue children must be educated from a young age about the importance of protecting the planet.

ids usually have an open mind about such issues, they are naturally curious, ready to learn and be involved in things especially if they think they are doing something good or helping out. Teaching children to minimize their carbon footprint, or the amount of environmental damage that they cause, is easy when it becomes a family affair.

Green Kids Become Green Adults “Kids are never too young to learn about the environment around them and their role (small or large) in protecting it,” says Sara Snow, a green-living expert and host of Discovery Health’s

“Get Fresh with Sara Snow” programme. “The messages you teach them at that early age don't have to be heavy or scary; instead, make it happy and exciting that they get to help keep the earth clean.” As Snow explains, teaching children how to care for the environment doesn’t have to be boring, and teaching them about being eco-conscious can have lasting results, as it did with her. “When I was a child, I learned many lessons about low-impact living,” she says. “I don't remember ever being preached to; a love of nature which began all those years ago has never left me.”

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Recycling is becoming a family affair

Low-impact living doesn’t mean that families have to give up many of the things they are used to. Rather, it’s about making small changes here and there that, in the end, add up to big results. Some simple things that parents can do to teach children green living habits include:

Saving water Not leaving the water running while brushing teeth is important because it saves gallons of water at a time, and that leads to big savings over the course of a year. Water-saving awareness can be applied to other areas, as well, such as taking showers, using the hose, washing hands, etc. The goal is to use the least amount of water possible while still getting the job done.

Recycling For families, making the effort to recycle is one of the most important things they can do to help live a green lifestyle. Curb side recycling is offered by most cities, and kids make great sorters. They can also learn to recycle toys and clothing that they no longer need. Those items can be sold or donated to charities. Purchasing recycled products is also a good move. Shopping for items at thrift stores usually brings money-saving benefits, in addition to the good it does by preserving resources.

Reusing Throughout every house in America, loads of items can be found that can be reused to save on

resources. Possibilities include teaching kids to use cloth napkins instead of paper ones, opting for reusable dishes over disposable, and using a cloth instead of paper towels to clean up spills or messes. Families can also make an effort to reuse items before those items are sent to the recycling bin, such as using papers and magazines for drawing, painting, or art projects. Additionally, using reusable cloth bags at the grocery store sets a good example that can become a lifelong habit as kids grow.

and teach them how their food comes from it,” says Snow. “Encourage them to splash in a clear, cool lake or stream, and show them what happens when it gets dirtied up with trash. Help them see shapes in clouds, and roll down hills of green grass. Get them to enjoy the earth and, as they grow, they'll want to find new and better ways to protect it.” n

Reduce By reducing the total resources that a family uses will make a big impact on the environment. Family members can do this by skipping the single-serve snacks and drinks, opting for larger-size packages that can be divided up at home for storage in reusable containers or cups. Reductions can also be made in the amount of driving a family does, by opting to walk, bike, or carpool. Another important thing to reduce is the amount of meat that the family eats.

Let Them Lead “As kids grow, let them find their own chosen ways of protecting the environment. When they're young, teach them about the earth and their connection to it. Let them dig their hands in the soil,

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SPECIAL PROMOTION

Perseverance brings rewards

A Fruitful Year Words by Dr. Steffen Sommer, Principal of Doha College Images courtesy of Doha College

Our school gave the larger community the now traditional sporting boost by organising the Doha College 5K and 10K Run in December 2015.

Steering the great ship that is Doha College, has revealed many changes and exciting events. We take a look at the key highlights from an amazing year.

In April this year, we marked the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death. From the various celebratory events, the Romeo and Juliet Drama Production, staged with a twist that Shakespeare himself may not quite recognise stood out. Over 100 students were involved in a professional production worthy of the West End. No doublets, ruffs or feathered caps were in sight as performers took to skateboards and roller skates, and sang tunes from the Spice Girls, the Beatles, Elvis, new romantics and punk rock.

etween formulating a new Development Plan, introducing the concept of high-performance learning and revisiting our vision, I am thankful that the adventure I embarked on has proven as inspiring and rewarding as I had hoped. Doha College has always been strong on sports, and this year was no different. We participated in over 400 fixtures that included 58 different leagues and tournaments, and two sports exchanges with schools from Dubai. Of these 58 tournaments/ leagues, DC won 32. Some of the best were the Clean Sweeps in the Basketball and Netball leagues, and winning all the Rounders tournaments. DC Primary sent a squad of 36 children to the Bahrain BSME Games 2016 to compete against 10 other schools from across the Middle East. After battling it out in Swimming, Football, Netball, Basketball and Athletics, Doha College came in 2nd place overall.

Tom Ayling, our Deputy Head Boy, was chosen at just 17 to represent Qatar at the International Rugby 7s tournament in February. Aged just 14, Jakub Hrinda in Year 11 made his first mark on the amateur golfing world by winning the 2015 Qatar Open Masters.

As the British nation celebrated the momentous occasion of the Queen's 90th birthday, Doha College was invited to be featured in an official commemorative album “The Queen at 90” presented to HM The Queen at her official birthday celebrations in Windsor castle. Only three other schools worldwide shared this honour. The Arts Department have continued to showcase the creativity and originality of our students, which culminated with the Annual Art Exhibition held in May. The event showcased student work covering all the creative arts from Fine Art, Photography, Digital Media, Product and Fashion Design. Mathematics is an especially successful field for Doha College, and this has been proven once again by the achievements of a number of students. Michael Young took part this year in three competitions, achieved both ‘Gold’ and ‘Best in School’ certificates, and qualified for the prestigious British Mathematical Olympiad and The University of Waterloo’s Euclid. He has been offered a place at Warwick University to read Mathematics next year.

DC entered two teams in the annual Pi Day Competition run by the Carnegie Mellon University, and they competed against another 66 teams taking part with schools from all over Qatar. Both teams got through to the final and were awarded trophies for 3rd and 4th place. A special mention is due to Ishwar Karthik, a talented Year 7 mathematician who took part in the Caley Contest organised by the University of Waterloo, Canada. Ishwar, aged just 11, already has a GCSE in Mathematics, attained the highest score for this Year 10 contest. Three exceptional musical talents from Doha College were among the first QMA students to perform as soloists alongside the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra. Tricia Ng, Davis Sztankov and Sebastian Tia played violin, horn and piano to a mesmerised audience at the QNCC, thus writing yet more DC history. The Awards Ceremony held in June recognised the highest achieving students of Doha College for their academic successes and their charitable undertakings throughout the year. The Outstanding Student Award went this year to our Head Boy Thushan Puhalendran; he was chosen for being on track for the highest marks in five A levels, and he has been accepted into Cambridge, Harvard, Princeton and Yale to further his studies. He also achieved 100% in six of his recent AS level papers, he was Director of MUN 2015/16, and formed part of the senior debating team that won the QSDL Nationals 2016. As impressive as these accolades are, I am certain that the next academic year will also bring plenty more surprises and successes in a journey that I invite you to be part of. n

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Listings

Community Guide Australian and New Zealand Business in Qatar Group

QH RECOMMENDS

6651-1892 www.anzbiq.org

American Women’s Association 5511-8085 www.awaqatar.com

Doha Players

4447-4911 Search ‘Doha Players Lovers’ Group on Facebook

Egyptian Women’s Association 5572-4171

MIA PARK Tuesday Ladies Day

Tuesdays: At 5:00 p.m. An area of the park is only open to ladies. The fitness classes are led by a qualified female personal trainer and will include a range of cardio and resistance exercises to enable improvements in general fitness and weight loss. For more information email info@bootcampqatar.com

IAID Visual And Studio Arts

Sat to Thu: At IAID. This is a progressive course for beginners, intermediate and advanced which covers colour theory, art styles, drawing and painting techniques, shapes and figures, visual art perception, portraits with the use of various art mediums. For more information call 4432-0974/ 4441-1234/ 66710589, visit www.iaid.qa or email enquire@iaidonline.org.

SARANG PLUS Korean Cultural Classes

Ongoing: Located off of Onaiza Street near the International School of Choueifat. For those who can’t get enough of the K-wave, Sarang Plus is the place for you. Learn Korean, or try a traditional hanbok costume, learn to cook like a Korean master or keep fit with some taekwondo classes. These and a whole lot more is available at the centre. For more information visit their Facebook page at Qatar_Korea Culture Center.

SALSA N CANDELA Greek Dance Classes

Mondays: Eforea Spa, Hilton Doha. Greek dance, or horos, has been a mainstay tradition in Greece since ancient times and folk dances are as alive today as they were back then. Each region formed its own choreography and style to fit in with their own local customs and there are over 10,000 traditional dances that come from all regions of Greece. If you’re curious to find out what the Greek spirit is all about join every Monday from 9:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m. For more information visit www.salsancandela.com.

SOUQ WAQIF ART CENTER Art Education

DOHA MUMS Hotel Morning Pool Session

Mondays: Enjoy the pool in one of Doha's West Bay Hotels. The little ones will enjoy the shaded pool and the older kids can explore the private beach. Cost is 50 QR per person, also for accompanying husbands and other relatives or visitors (you have to mention them by name). Kids under 24 months old are free of charge - over 24 months are 50 QR each. *only Doha mums' members may attend - no prospective members*. For more information or to become a member visit www.dohamums.com

QATAR NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTER Eidieh

June 18 till July 30: A recreational, heritage, folk festival radiating an atmosphere of joy and delight over two months. As the Ramadan Tourist Festival (Eidieh) combines between the Qatari heritage events represented in the Heritage Village and the associated exhibition. The festival presents familyfriendly consumer goods; and the bazaar, the shops with a cultural heritage nature, the unique gifts, Arab cuisine, kids playground, dolls and games, in addition to religious lectures and events; all of that in order to bestow the festive atmosphere and the spirit of togetherness during Ramadan. The Festival combines recreational events and presentations. For more information visit www.qatarconvention.com.

French-Speaking Ladies Group 5559-7467

Indian Women’s Association 4442-4052

Qatar National Cancer Society 4447-8128 www.qncs.org

Red Dotters Qatar

5520-9294 Follow @RedDottersQatar on Twitter

Silver Dhow Association 4435-2598

Turkish Women’s Association www.twaq.org

Tuesday Ladies Group Email: tlgindoha@gmail.com

SASCOM: South Africans In Qatar

www.southafricansinqatar.netfirms.com

Canadians In Qatar

Search ‘Canadians In Qatar’ group on Facebook to join the community

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Top Picks

MARSA MALAZ KEMPINSKI Sawa Express Lunch

Sun to Thurs: Sawa. Join us for a 3-course express lunch menu with a splendid sea view. Taste the new exquisite flavours, created by our Executive Sous Chef Bjoern Oever especially for Sawa. From 12:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. For only QR 95 per person. For more information, contact 4035-5011 or email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz

CENTRO CAPITAL Seafood Night Buffet

Every Thursday: Enjoy the finest and freshest seafood the ocean has to offer, every Thursday night at C.taste. Our sumptuous seafood buffet consists of lobster, shrimp, mussels and sushi, etc. for just QR185 per person. All prepared for you at our live cooking stations! Complete the perfect evening with one of our delicious desserts. This is truly the ideal night out for seafood lovers. From 7:00 p.m. till 11:30 p.m.

FOUR SEASONS Express Lunch

Sat-Thurs: Elements. The go-to restaurant for your weekday buffet lunch or express lunch. Experience a delicious range of four different cuisines, Asian, seafood, Arabic and Indian. You will certainly satisfy your palate. In a hurry? Try their express lunch set menu which includes a two-course menu option and three-course menu. QR 85 per person for a two-course menu, or QR 95 per person for a three-course menu. From 12:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. For more information call 4494-8600, or email dining.doh@fourseasons.com

ORYX ROTANA Choices Mediterranean Night

Every Saturday: Choices. There is no other dining experience that will compare to spending your weekend at Choices in a perfect family ambiance with our new Mediterranean buffet. Surrender yourself to the rich varieties of grilled fish, pizza and pasta, Moroccan tajine and ratatouille for just QR 180 per person, food only, or QR 260 including unlimited selected house beverages. Or try our premium package for QR 300 including unlimited sparkling delights, house beverages, selected digestives and aperitifs. Children from ages 6-11 dine for QR 90. For more information call 4402-3333.

THE GRAND HYATT The Grill. Eid Al Fitr Celebrations Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on our sumptuous lunch and dinner buffets and a special Friday brunch throughout the 3 days of Eid, starting at QR 280 per person. For bookings and inquiries, please call 4448-240 or 7798-2400.

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Made in

China Words by Antony D. Antoniou Photography by Jessie Palanca

Hakkasan has been serving upscale Chinese fare to Doha’s dinners for a number of years now; the QH team heard about their exquisite Saturday lunch menu and simply had to grab a bite. This foody oasis located at the St. Regis Doha is a must for those with a fondness for top Asian cuisine.

akkasan is simply a stylish Far East delight. From the moment we enter, we are impressed by the traditional Chinese motifs which are tastefully fused with modern aesthetics.

In contrast to the brilliant Arabian sun outside, Hakkasan is a retreat from the heat with its dimly lit interior that transports your mind to milder climes.

far our favourite though; it has a certain kick to it, probably the liberal splashing of vinegar which gives the soup a refreshing edge.

With its beautifully sculpted dark wood partitions, each table feels like a world unto itself. The QH team takes a seat. Soon after, the waiter arrives and very helpfully explains the Saturday menu, his advice is most welcome because we are absolutely starving and just wana get on with the eating.

Next to arrive are the ‘Small eat’ snacks, we order the amazing Chef’s selection steamed dim sum, which are out of this world. This dish lasts all of ten seconds as everyone scoffs up the delicate and beautifully displayed items within the rustic bamboo steamer.

The Saturday lunch menu is short and simple with three soup choices available for starters. The ‘Small eat’ as it’s called, varies week by week. The mains consist of six succulent meal options, whilst dessert is a selection of ice cream or cool sorbet offerings. We begin with the hot and sour with chicken, the vegetable hot and sour soup and the crab and sweet corn supreme soup. All of which are generously portioned and yummy. The hot and sour soup is by

Each week a new treat is served from the ‘Small eat’ section of the menu. Next, we try the crispy duck rolls which are just perfect, not too dry and not too moist; the sweet soybean paste dip is richer than standard versions and helps make the snack go down easily. For the mains, we order pretty much everything. The wok-fry prawns in spicy Assam sauce are first to greet our gurning mouths. Perhaps the most delicious of the mains, the portion wasn’t plentiful but there were plenty of other dishes still to come.

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Delicious Dim sum

offerings. They consist of lemon, strawberry and apple. The ice cream flavours on offer include coffee and green tea with the latter being some of the nicest I have tried recently.

After we polish off the last of the prawns we turn our attention to the Mongolian style stir-fry rib eye beef and the Sanpei chicken clay pot with spring onion, dry chili and sweet basil. Both of which are simply delicious, the meat in both dishes is ridiculously tender, I have no idea how they made it that soft but I’m not complaining. Good work Hakkasan. Tofu, aubergine and shiitake mushroom clay pot in chilli black bean sauce is a nice alternative from the rest of the meat dishes and is quickly mopped up by the QH team. With its rich, dark and earthy sauce, this is a dish I would certainly order again. The seasonal vegetables come next and are lathered in yet another intense, rich dark, ever so slightly spicy sauce and go well with the Edamame egg fried rice. All that remains now is the desserts, a sense of relief washes over us as we tuck into the cold sorbet

Seasonal vegetables delights

This was my second time to Hakkasan and once again they delivered an exceptional set menu that makes Saturday lunches just that extra bit more exciting and rewarding. With some of the best Asian fare in Doha and an upscale, stylish atmosphere, Hakkasan is truly worth the trip. n TASTE OF HAKKASAN SATURDAY LUNCH MENU Location: The St. Regis, West Bay Timings: From 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Last order 3:30 p.m. Meal prices: • Inclusive of unlimited water, soft drinks and Chinese tea QR 168 per person • Inclusive of unlimited water, soft drinks, Chinese tea and half bottle of grapes QR 278 per person Licensed: Yes Smoking: Yes Contact Info: Call 4446 0170

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Prime

Time Words by Luciana Cunha Franca Photography by Jessie Palanca

For all you meat lovers out there, QH has you covered this month. We were lucky enough to take a trip to Prime steak house located in the Intercontinental Doha the City Hotel for some simply sublime carnivorous fare.

A stylish interior awaits hunger dinners

hat if I asked you to tell me where the best steak house in the world is located? Well, the good news is that you can find this acclaimed establishment right here in Doha, Qatar. The ultimate steakhouse destination for the discerning steak connoisseur is lead by Chef Emmanuel Pauliat. Prime has been in Doha since 2012. Having just recently won the World Luxury Restaurant Awards 2016, this award winning steak house has many fans not only here in Doha but around the globe. It’s a beautiful mild evening when the QH team arrives at Prime to experience their world renowned fare. We are greeted by Hostess Darell, who guides us through the restaurant and to our table for the night. The romantic décor makes me feel relaxed. Dim lighting, beautiful wood patterning on the walls and refined table settings are all the signs I need to know that I am in a top-notch steak house. The restaurant is open plan; however dinners still have an option to dine privately. We are lucky as Darell takes us to the left side of the restaurant and opens a door, then she informs us that we have a private table for the evening. Smiles all round! A bread basket is served along with three choices of signature Prime butters. (plain, herb and paprika). Our waiter, Sandesh, politely asks if we are ready to start, we all nod eagerly in unison. For our appetisers, we start with the quinoa and lobster salad, which has small leaves, grapefruit and lobster bisque dressing. It’s fresh and well balanced with some clever seasoning, it’s absolutely fabulous. The Prime signature short ribs arrive next. Restaurant General Manager, Ally Hossenbux explains to us that we are about to try 36 hour slowcooked short ribs with crispy butternut and Wasabi

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spinach sauce. The texture and mixture of flavours is absolutely unique. Intelligent, refined and delightful. It’s the kind of dish that I could quite easily become addicted to. I have to admit that it’s my personal favourite of the night.

The Mains Asif, the supervisor approaches our table with a box in his hands. He opens it and inside there is a beautiful collection of handmade knives from Japan, France and England. The French knives are Laguiole which are best used for tenderloin. The Robert Welsh knives are from England and perfect for striploin. The Tamahagane knives from Japan are for Rib-eyes. This attention to detail is what makes all the difference. I choose the new Laguiole knife on offer. After a minute or so, our mains arrive in the form of the Prime Degustation Platter - this delightful plate is beef grilled tenderloin; braised short ribs and pan seared Wagyu striploin served with truffle potato and buttered asparagus. We also receive a variety of sauces and dips such as veal jus, peppercorn and mushroom sauce. The soft and tasty garlic mash potato and creamy spinach compliments the dish and it’s all gone in a flash. By the end of the night, I felt like some kind of steak expert, I sampled steaks from across the world. I learnt that how steak is treated and prepared makes all the difference. It was a fantastic, informative meaty journey that I certainly won’t forget. Just when we all think we’re done; we are surprised with a specially prepared shared plate that had a little sample of all the deserts offered by Prime. It had brownies, citrus meringue cheese cake, thyme crème bruleé, sweet and sour melting sphere, and popcorn panacotta with caramel sauce.

Creative presentations as nice as the tastes

I’m felt like a child with a magical world of sweets right in front of my eyes. Of course, all samples are devoured within seconds. The brownies are my favourite, not too sweet and just the right amount of crumbliness, if you know what I mean. After this fantastic evening, I feel obliged to thank the team at Prime. Now I understand why they are an award winning Steak house. It’s important to know that the menu changes every six months. To try the dishes I mentioned, I recommend you visit Prime sharpish! If you are looking for a unique experience, Prime is your meaty destination of choice in Qatar. n PRIME STEAK HOUSE Location: 1st floor, Intercontinental Doha The City Timings: 6:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. Average Meal Price: • QR 300 – main course • QR 60 – dessert Licensed: Yes Smoking: Yes Contact info: 4015-8888

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Cathy Rodrigues and her two hungry boys

QH: Describe the quality of the service.

Fly away on a magical culinary experience at Flying Carpet

Word Of Mouth

CR: The staff of the restaurant were very good, welcoming and attentive. They would come and enquire as to whether we needed anything. Everything was well catered for. The staff were well dressed and always sporting a smile– in particular a lady called Lea. QH: Would you go back? Why/why not? CR: Yes, I would go back to the restaurant to try out their other buffet themed nights which I hear are also quite impressive. QH: Favourite thing about the restaurant? CR: I was impressed with their hospitality; they made sure that we were perfectly content throughout the entire meal. The taste was great, the ingredients were excellent, and I enjoyed everything I put on my plate. QH: Least favourite thing about the restaurant? CR: Initially finding the right entrance to the restaurant was tricky; it looked more like a maze to me.

QH: Were the prices reasonable?

Photography by Jessie Palanca

This column is part of a monthly contest where we send one of our readers to experience a meal in a restaurant. It’s our way of giving the community a voice in our pages. This month Cathy Rodrigues samples the Arab delicacies at Flying Carpet restaurant at the Torch Doha Hotel. Here is her review. QH: What did you order? CR: Flying Carpets is an all-day dining restaurant combining modern design with live cooking international cuisine. Located on the mezzanine, it has a buffet menu with an exclusive selection of Sushi, Italian Antipasti and seafood along with an Asian Fusion station which serves food every Saturday.

CR: The Saturday Torch buffet prices were reasonable and worth the food selection on offer, ambiance and view. Included in the price is; still water, selected soft drinks and chilled juices QR 220. Served from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Special rate for children under 12 at only QR 98. QH: Describe the ambiance. CR: The ambiance reminds me of the Arabian Nights stories. There is an array of flying carpets suspended from the ceilings; the interior decorations, luscious curtains to the colourful lanterns, were all spectacular. QH: Describe the quality of the food. CR: The Torch buffet on Saturdays showcased a wide range of food selections starting from different kinds of Salads (I particularly loved the crab salad and spicy chickpea) to the seafood chowder and lentil soup. The mains included tempura, pizzas, tandoori, kebab, biryani, pasta and much more. The quality and taste of the food is very good but not particularly different or unique. The dishes are displayed in an impressive manner and are cooked fresh, right in front of you.

QH: Was there a special touch or flair to the experience? CR: The welcome drink was a nice touch; it was cranberry with pine nuts and was very refreshing. There are also some very impressive chocolate sculptures on display which added to the luxurious nature of the dessert selection. There is a children’s corner which had ice cream, pop corns, crepes and chocolate fountains (a personal favourite for my little boys). I loved the fact that the Chef in charge was going on his rounds, checking the food and also interacting with the customers, recommending dishes and he gave me an overview on what to expect from Ramadan Iftars and Suhoors. QH: Could the overall experience be improved? If so, how? CR: The overall experience was definitely delightful and it’s a great place for families with children too. n Buffet Themed Nights • Tuesday: Asian Nights • Wednesday: Latino and Italian night • Thursday: Seafood night • Friday: Arabic night

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Listings All listings are categorized per hotel. Inclusion is limited to availability of space, with priority given to advertisers.

QH RECOMMENDS

REGULAR PROMOTIONS AL SHARQ SHARQ VILLAGE & SPA Friday Brunch Fridays: Al Liwan. Unwind with friends and family and indulge in a luxurious buffet featuring the freshest seafood, Middle Eastern favourites and timeless international classics. QR 325 per person including soft beverages, and QR 420 inclusive of selected house beverages. Children ages 12 and below dine for free. From 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Qatari Brunch

SHERATON GRAND DOHA Eid Seafood Night

July 7 to 8: Al Hubara Restaurant. Experience the different elements that inspire perfection with our dazzling seafood nights at Al Hubara during Eid Al-Fitr. Enjoy seasonal favourites with a spread filled with ocean favourites and "catch of the day" selection. QR 295 per person including soft beverages. From 7:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information call 4485-3000, or email us at F&Breservations.Doha@sheraton.com or visit us at www.alhubararestaurant.com

Making it easier to navigate at your fingertips, we’ve categorized all our listings per outlet – including special offers and weekly/daily regular promotions.

SPECIAL PROMOTIONS BANANA ISLAND RESORT DOHA BY ANANTARA 7 Days of Eid Al Fitr Brunch Buffet Celebrations.

July 7 to 13: Continue the festive ambience at the luxurious Banana Island resort Doha by Anantara to celebrate Eid Al Fitr with a unique brunch buffet at Azraq Restaurant. Indulge in the sumptuous buffet with family and friends, enjoying a feast of delectable dishes prepared to perfection. From 1:00 p.m. till 4.00 p.m. QR 350 per adult and QR 250 per child. For more information call 4040-5050.

HOLIDAY VILLA Eid Al Fitr High Tea Around The World In 5 Plates

July 6 to 8: Lagenda. Take a trip around the World in one sitting with a wide selection of international cuisines. Choose from Asia’s Indochine and Oriental Far Eastern flavours, Latin American dining, to the 7 Spices Feast & Scandinavian signatures. For more information call 4408-4220, or visit www.holidayvilladoha.com.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA THE CITY

Eid Day 1, 2 & 3: The Square! Indulge in some truly sumptuous dishes and tasty treats as you celebrate Eid with flair. Eid: Day 1 Our International Buffet lunch is served from 12:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. for QR 155. Our International Buffet dinner is served from 6:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. for QR 180. EID: Day 2 and 3 has a delightful Brunch on offer from 12:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. Our International Buffet costs QR 255 including soft drinks, while our International Buffet including house beverages is QR 355. Our International Buffet Dinner is served from 6:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. for QR 180. For reservations and more information please call 4015-8888 or email icdohatc.square@ihg.com.

RADISSON BLU Eid Al Fitr Festive Buffet

2nd& 3rd day of Eid: Hyde Park Coffee Shop. Gather your family and friends and celebrate a blessed Eid Al Fitr with traditional Arabic dishes, hot and cold meze and international delights. Be entertained by our musicians. Children under 6 dine for free. From 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Only QR 170 per person or QR 235 per person with selected beverages. For reservations please call 4428-1555.

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL DOHA Special Eid Offer Celebrate Eid in Doha in absolute VIP style! A luxurious Eid getaway is yours from QR 995 This inclusive package includes: a daily buffet breakfast at the all-day dining Sridan, a daily buffet dinner at the all-day dining Sridan, 25% discount on food & beverages and 25% discount on Chi, The Spa. For more information email us at reservations.sldh@shangri-la.com, or phone 4429-5050.

Saturdays: Al Liwan. Al Sharq Village & Spa is proud to introduce a unique Qatari dining experience for guests. They are offering a wide selection of authentic dishes, available every Saturday at the Al Liwan Restaurant. The culinary team will present a buffet laden with a selection of mouth-watering local dishes that will provide a truly unique experience to diners as they enjoy flavours both familiar and new. Local artefacts, a Henna service along with Majlis seating area will complement the restaurant’s elegant décor. From 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. QR 250 per person includes a welcome drink. Children ages 12 and below dine for free.

CHOWKING Lauriat

Daily: Tuck into new flavours at Chowking with their tasty bestseller menu. Dine with a complete meal-in-one combination of delectable Asian favourites; stir-fried noodles, dim sum and your choice of a main dish. Enjoy delicious Chinese food at a great price! For more information call 4431-1212, Mamoura: 4486-6077, Al Khor: 4411-8816/17, Salwa Road: 4437-1212, Holiday Villa Hotel: 4411-5225/5335. Find us on Facebook at chowkingqatarofficial.

DOHA MARRIOTT

Daily: JW’s Steakhouse. Introducing Marriott’s signature award winning restaurant and still the best in the city. From 6:30 p.m. till 11:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Fridays open from 6:30 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. JW’s Steakhouse offers an exclusive, upscale dining experience which is reflected in the sophisticated atmosphere and classic décor. JW’s main courses feature only the finest cuts of US Certified Prime Angus Beef complemented by exquisite spices and sauces. Seafood and salad lovers will not be disappointed by the selection available and the presentation paired with impeccable service and mouth-watering flavours for an unforgettable evening. For more information call 4429-8499.

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Street Food

Thursdays: Restaurant Gallery. Thursday nights just got a whole lot better at Doha Marriott’s new street food offering. Enjoy a selection of your favourite street foods from India, South-east Asia, Mexico and plenty more at only QR 335 per person including unlimited beverages. Let the sizzle and aroma of the hotel’s live cooking stations entice your senses, and bring back fond travel memories of far off places. (Special summer promotion valid 1st day of Eid until August 31. Only QR 268.) For more information call 4429-8499.

Friday Brunch

Fridays: Restaurant Gallery. A culinary journey like no other, discover a range of live stations and specialties from the Restaurant Gallery, with famous dishes from around the globe. Highlights from the weekend brunch include a wide selection of fresh sushi, Peking duck, fajitas, Oriental grills, pizza, curries, biryanis, fresh seafood, ice cream, kounafa and more. Now offering a kid’s club zone with a special buffet and activities. QR 270 with soft drinks and QR 375 including house beverages. (Special summer promotion valid 1st day Eid until August 31. Now only QR216/QR300.) From 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. For more information call 4429-8499.

HARRY RAMSDEN'S Harry's Challenge

Daily: A giant piece of Cod or Haddock, mountain of chips, two large sides of your choice and bread & butter. Take on the challenge, if you dare! Clear your plate (without assistance) within 30 minutes and win a coveted Harry's Challenge t-shirt. Or enjoy a variety of British menu delights served fresh every day. Celebrate great food and good times with family and friends at Harry Ramsden's in Medina Centrale, the Pearl. Call 4468-3231 for menu information. For reservations see our Facebook page at harryramsdensqatar.

HILTON Seafood Night and Brunch

Thurs-Fri: Mawasem. Dine indoors or on our fabulous terrace. Indulge in a lavish family buffet every Friday with 4 interactive live cooking stations. Taste our delicious dishes from the sea every Thursday and choose from a wide selection of fish, lobster, crab, tiger prawns and mussels. Prices from QR 250 and QR 350 with special beverage. Brunch from 12:30 p.m till 3:30 p.m. Dinner from 7:00 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. For more information call 44233112 or email doha.restaurants@hilton.com.

HOLIDAY VILLA Themed Buffet Dinner with Live Carving Stations

Thurs-Fri (After Ramadan): Lagenda. Indulge in a themed dining experience where you can enjoy blazing Brazilian cuisine and South East Asian succulent treats. From 7:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information call 4408-4220, or visit www.holidayvilladoha.com.

Dim Sum & Japanese Brunch

Fridays: D’Chopstix. Enhance your weekend with inspiring dim sum flavours. Discover and savour your favourites with innumerable choices. From 11:30 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. For more information call 4408-4230, or visit www.holidayvilladoha.com.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA

Daily: Paloma. We serve the best Tex-Mex favourites like no other and the best live music you will find in Qatar! Try out our new menu with specialities from all around South America. We screen a wide variety of international sporting events and offer a great selection of drinks. Our resident band, Back To Back, plays high class live music from 50’s to the present. For more information call 4484-4919 or 4484-4444.

Taco Tuesday & Coronaritas Tuesdays night is Taco Night! Chef Salvador brings you the authentic flavours of real Mexican Tacos. Choose five different tacos from our taco menu and top it up with our signature coronarita drink for QR 150. For more information call 4484-4919 or 4484-4444.

Daily Theme Nights

Daily: Coral all-day dining. With its spectacular views of the pool and sea and ambient atmosphere, Coral all-day dining offers cuisine from around the world infused with healthy menu options and live cooking stations. From 4:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. on Sundays to Thursdays, and from 6:00 p.m. till midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Experience International theme nights every day, like Monday BBF (Burger, Belgian beverage & fries for only QR 99). For more information call 4484-4919 or 4484-4444.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA THE CITY Al Jasa Garden Lounge Express Lunch Daily: Al Jalsa. Join in for an express lunch and shisha at the city’s modern garden. QR 99 inclusive of food and single-flavour shisha. From 12:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. For more information call 4015-8888, or email doharestaurants@ihg.com.

Daily Theme Night

Daily: The Square. Every night features live stations preparing dishes a la minute and divine dessert selections. Experience the International theme on Friday/Saturday and Sunday, and an Indian theme on Mondays. QR 180 excluding beverages or QR 290 inclusive of unlimited selected house beverages. From 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. For more information call 4015-8888, or email doharestaurants@ihg.com.

Cosmopolitan Thursdays

Thursdays: The Square. Celebrate with friends the beginning of the weekend with dinner and refreshments. Enjoy popular international dishes on the buffet from 6:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. along with your favourite house beverages. Priced at QR 255 with soft drinks, QR 355 with selected house beverages, and QR 390 with special house beverages. For more information call 4015-8888, or email doharestaurants@ihg.com.

Seafood Night

Wednesdays: The Square. Delicious locally-sourced seafood is on offer from 6:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. Cold seafood salads, fresh seafood cooked à la minute at the live cooking stations, and an enviable dessert station will make it a night to remember. Priced at QR 255 with soft drinks, QR 355 with house beverages, and QR 390 with special house beverages. For more information call 4015-8888, or email doharestaurants@ihg.com.

KEMPINSKI RESIDENCES & SUITES European Brunch

Fridays: Aroma. Pamper yourself at a contemporary boutique European brunch buffet selection. On offer is a variety of breakfast classics, salads and starters, along with roasts and main courses, topped off with delicious sweet treats. From 12:00 p.m till 4:00 p.m. QR 195 per person. For more information call 4405-3325, email restaurants.doha@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/doha.

Ladies Breakfast

Sun-Thurs: Aroma. Ladies can enjoy the Kempinski breakfast buffet at Aroma for only QR 75 per person on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. till 11:00 a.m. For more information call 4405-3325, email restaurants.doha@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/doha.

Express Business Lunch by Aroma

Sat -Thurs: Aroma. Experience the new express business lunch menu, brought to you by the Executive Chef Vinon Yergu. Aroma offers a creative 2 or 3-course menu by using fresh and locally farmed ingredients, all served within 45 mins. From 12:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. Priced at QR 75 to QR 95 per person. For more information call 4405-3325, email restaurants.doha@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/doha.

High Tea in Gourmet House

Daily: Gourmet House. A contemporary High Tea is now available in Gourmet House. A selection of elegant finger sandwiches, classic scones with cream and delectable desserts artfully displayed on a 3-tier stand. QR 210 for 2 persons, including coffee or tea. Daily from 12 p.m. till 7 p.m. For more information, contact 4405-3326, or email gourmet.doha@kempinski.com or visit www.kempinski.com/doha.

Camel Burger Frenzy!

Mondays: Aroma. Seasoned to perfection and cooked to your desire, come and enjoy a selection of the finest Camel Burger Frenzy Doha has ever seen, along with a selection of beverages and desserts. QR 120 per person, including a selected beverage. From7:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information call 4405- 3325, email restaurants.doha@kempinski.com or visit www.kempinski.com/doha.

LA CIGALE International Cuisine

Daily: Le Cigalon. International cuisine with Lebanese specialities. Treat yourself to an extravagant buffet breakfast; lunch and dinner, an a la carte option is also available. Buffet breakfast is QR 130 and buffet lunch or dinner with live-cooking stations is QR 220 inclusive of American coffee or tea. From 6:30 a.m. till 11:30 p.m. For more information call 4428-8698.

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FOOD & DINING Sushi Mania

Daily: Yen Sushi Bar. Partake in the best sushi and sashimi served on a special rotating belt with colour-coded plates, or choose from the a la carte menu. From 11:30 a.m. till 12:00 midnight. For more information call 4428-8698.

MARSA MALAZ KEMPINSKI Burger Mania

Wednesdays: Sawa. QR 100 for a tantalizing burger and a selected beverage. From 6:00 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. For more information call 4035-5011 or email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

La Pizza Mondays

Mondays: Sawa. Enjoy an evening of freshlybaked thin and crispy authentic pizzas in Sawa. Make sure to taste Doha's latest addiction. QR 100 for authentic pizza with your favourite toppings and a selected beverage. From 6:00 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. For more information call 4035-5011 or email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

Family Late Brunch

Thursdays: Sawa. Indulge in live cooking stations and if you enjoy the finer things in life, they’ll upgrade you to the unlimited Wagyu experience, with at least eight cuts of only the best Australian Wagyu meat in the city. QR 225 per person including soft beverages, or QR 425 per person including Wagyu meat and soft beverages. From 6:30 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. For more information call 4035-5011, email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

Friday Signature Brunch

Fridays: Sawa. Welcome the weekend with the only five-star brunch experience on The Pearl. Enjoy live cooking stations around the restaurant and its terraces, showcasing signature delicacies from across the globe. A large selection of appetizers, main courses, grilled meat and seafood, oysters, sushi and more, paired with great beverages, outstanding live entertainment and authentic service. A mini-corner is available for the younger guests. QR 330 per person including soft beverages, or QR 425 per person including house beverages. From 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. For more information call 4035-5011, email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

Seafood Brunch

Saturdays: Sawa. Savour a premium array of fresh seafood delicacies. Spoil yourself with Gulf king prawns, mussels, lobsters, crabs, oysters and their unbeatable selection of sushi. Finish your meal with a visit to the sumptuous dessert buffet. QR 330 per person including soft beverages. From 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. For more information call 4035-5011, email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

Listings Spanish Brunch

Saturdays: El Faro. Indulge in a casual Saturday afternoon à la carte brunch with an array of authentic tapas and starters, an unlimited choice of paella, delicious desserts and great live music. Continue the fiesta with the HoraFeliz one-for-one offer, starting at 3:30 p.m. QR 240 per person including soft beverages, or QR 380 per person with special Spanish beverages. From 12:30 p.m. till 3:30 p.m. For more information call 4035-5011, email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

MÖVENPICK HOTEL DOHA Anatolian Table at Agora

Daily: Agora. Dig in to delightful Turkish flavours with the Anatolian Table at Agora. Enjoy a special 3 course set menu with one soft drink and Turkish tea & coffee. Available from 12:30 p.m. till 11:30 p.m. QR 149 per order. For reservations and more information please call 4445-5540.

Hatay Theme Night at Agora

Daily: Agora. Experience the difference of authentic Mediterranean cuisine with Hatay theme night at Agora. Enjoy a special 3 course set menu, including starter, main course and dessert. Available from 12:30 p.m. till 11:30 p.m. QR 99 per order. For reservations and more information please call 4445-5540.

Asian Mixed Grill

Daily: Blue Restaurant. Discover four different flavours of Asia with Asian Mixed Grill at Blue. The plate consists of Taiwanese grill, Satay (Malaysian) grill, Tandoori grill and Japanese, served with saffron coconut rice and sauces. Available from 12:30 p.m. till 12:00 a.m. QR 180 per order suitable for two persons. For reservations and more information please call 4445-5535.

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL DOHA Business Lunch

Weekdays: Yabby. Dive into a selection of the freshest catch and get hooked on the yabbylicious creations at QR 85 for a two-course lunch menu, or QR 95 for a three-course menu from 12:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. on weekdays. For more information call 4429-5295.

Buffet Lunch

Sat-Thurs: Sridan. Enjoy your lunch break with ten live stations featuring authentic cuisine from the Middle East and across the globe for QR 99 per person. Starts from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. For more information call 4429-5295.

Ibn Battuta Friday Brunch

Fridays: Sridan. Follow in the footsteps of the legendary Arabian explorer Ibn Battuta and enjoy ten live-action stations from around the world and live entertainment for QR 285 with soft drinks or QR 385 with premium beverages at Sridan. From 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. For more information call 4429-5295.

Seafood Friday Brunch

Fridays: Yabby. To all seafood fans, Yabby has a new oceanic Friday brunch. Experience the first adults-only Friday Brunch in Doha starting from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For just QR 320 including soft drinks, or QR 440 including premium refreshments. For more information call 4429-5295, or email us at yabby@shangri-la.com.

Fuego

Tues-Sun: The culinary fire and passion of the Argentine pampas come alive with live entertainment every day except Mondays. Open from 5:30 p.m. till 12:00 a.m. For more information, email us at fuego@shangri-la.com, or phone 4429-5295.

ORYX ROTANA Choices Surf & Turf Night

SHERATON GRAND DOHA Seafood Night

X'Press Lunch & Dinner

International Brunch

Mondays: Choices. Check out the sumptuous selection featuring a wide variety of seafood and meat dishes served in an open buffet or prepared to your liking by the chefs at live cooking stations. Packages start from QR 270 per person for food only, QR 360 including unlimited selected house beverages. Better yet, try Choices’ premium package for QR 390 including unlimited special selected refreshments. Children aged six to 11 dine for QR 140. For more information call 4402-3333.

Daily: The Cellar. It’s quick-bite time! Enjoy their new three-course set menu including a large variety of starters, main dishes and desserts for only QR 95 per person for lunch. For more information call 4402-3333.

Tapas Galore Selection

Sat &Tue: The Cellar. Enjoy the tantalizing tapas with unlimited sommelier's selection for only QR 300 per person, or QR 160 per person for food-only. For more information call 4402-3333.

Wed & Thurs: Al Hubara. Enjoy a sumptuous seafood experience- all-day dining restaurant with a lavish buffet selection. Food is prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients to tantalize your taste-buds. QR 330 per person inclusive of soft drinks. Kids between the ages of six to 12-years-old receive a 50% discount, while children under the age of six dine for free. From 7:00 p.m. till 11:30 p.m. For more information call 4485-3000, email F&Breservations.Doha@sheraton.com, or visit www.alhubararestaurant.com.

Fridays: Al Hubara. Spend quality time with your loved ones while dining and enjoying an array of international specialties at the all-day dining restaurant. QR 350 per person inclusive of soft drinks, or QR 450 per person with their special Top-Up package. Kids between the ages of six to 12-years-old receive a 50% discount, while children under the age of six dine for free. From 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. For more information call 4485-3000, email F&Breservations.Doha@sheraton.com, or visit www.alhubararestaurant.com.

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Pizzas Pastas & Jazz

Trio Lunch

FOUR SEASONS Express Lunch

Arabic Dinner Buffet

Tuesdays: La Veranda. Tantalize your Tuesday nights with a perfect blend of unlimited classic Italian pizzas and pastas, complimented with excellent jazz music to stir up your nights. QR 120 per person all you can eat. From 7:00 p.m. till 11:30 p.m. For more information call 4485-3000.

Sat-Thurs: Elements. The go-to restaurant for your weekday express lunch! Experience a delicious range of four different cuisines, Asian, seafood, Arabic and Indian. You will certainly satisfy your palate. In a hurry? Try their express lunch set menu which includes a two-course menu option and three-course menu. Express lunch is QR 85 per person for a two-course menu, or QR 95 per person for a three-course menu. From 12:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. For more information call 4494-8600, or email dining.doh@fourseasons.com.

THE GRAND HYATT

Daily: Majlis. Our Express Lunch menu is now available from 12:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. This fantastic offer includes your choice of chicken Shawarma, kofta or a shish taouk sandwich and a refreshing mocktail or soft drink for QR 65. For more information or bookings and enquires please call 4448 1282.

Curry Nights

Mondays: Isaan. The Thai restaurant offers an all-you-can-eat curry night. From 7:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m., you can order a variety of unlimited curries to share, with your choice of fish, beef, chicken, mussels or vegetables. You can share up to five curries per round, for only QR 95 per person. For more information call 7021-8097.

Chatuchak Weekend Market Brunch

Fridays: Isaan. Get an outstanding Thai Chatuchak Weekend Market experience with brunch from 12:30 p.m. till 3:30 p.m. Walk around and explore the colourful array of live cooking stations and market-like stalls. A range of options are available. Enjoy a soft drink brunch for QR 290, a house beverage package for QR 399, or a special bubbly brunch package for QR 850. For more information call 7021-8097.

THE ST. REGIS DOHA Burger Night

Mondays: Opal by Gordon Ramsay. Enjoy the tastiest and juiciest burger in town! Choose from lamb, Wagyu beef, or Opal’s vegetarian burger served with fluffy fat fries and homemade tomato sauce all for QR 100. From 6:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information call 4446-0105, email diningreservations@stregis.com.

BBQ Night

Thursdays from 14 July: Vine. Ring in the weekend and experience a wide selection of BBQ classics while enjoying breath-taking views from the terrace. Follow dinner with a trip to The Rooftop for a nightcap and music from their resident DJ. QR 320 with soft beverages, or QR 420 including grapes, grain and special beverages. From 6:30 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information call 4446-0105 or email diningreservations@stregis.com.

Mon-Thurs (Starting 1st day of EID): Al Sultan Brahim. Enjoy a superb trio lunch for QR 125 per person inclusive of food, shisha and soft drinks. From 12:00 noon till 4:30 p.m. For more information call 4446-0105, or email diningreservations@stregis.com.

Sat-Tues (Starting July 6): Vine. Bring together the perfect combination of old and new recipes. Gather with family and friends whilst discovering a delightful feast of meze, music and refreshing beverages. End the day in the company of friends; enjoy the sweet smell of shisha on the terrace. QR 150 for food and soft beverages or hot drinks, from 6:30 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. QR 135 for shisha or QR 165 for the special shisha, from 8:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. For more information call 4446-0105, email diningreservations@stregis.com.

Hook & Catch

Wednesdays: Spice Market. Experience regal portions of the freshest catch at Spice Market as the restaurant’s inventive kitchen team dishes out culinary pieces that will whet the appetite of any sea food lover. Menu offerings include salmon teriyaki sashimi, Omani lobster and pineapple curry. Priced at QR 250. From 6:00 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. For more information call 4453-5353.

W T-Time

Daily: W Café. Come and enjoy the W afternoon tea and cream tea with a 10% discount for SPG members. QR 120 per person. From 11:30 a.m. till 7:00 p.m. For more information call 4453-5353.

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa South African Flavours

Daily (Closed on Saturdays): Hunters, Room & Grill. Offering an upscale, contemporary spin on the traditional grill house with great meat cuts and fish specialities. This South African joint features masculine and minimalist décor such as leather seats, dark wood tables and hardwood floors. The restaurant also has an open kitchen for guests to watch the chefs as they prepare the succulent steaks. From 7:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information call 4492-1555.

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Thai Journey

Daily: Sabai Thai. Guests can enjoy kitchen theatrics of flaming woks and furious chopping; as they view the chefs prepare culinary delights at the two live cooking stations. From 12:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. for lunch and from 7:00 p.m. till 11:00 pm for dinner. For more information call 4492-1555.

Global Cuisine

Daily: Seasonal Tastes. Located on the ground floor, the restaurant serves popular international fare and local Arabic specialties throughout the day. Featuring live cooking stations on the buffet line-up, and an a la carte menu available 24 hours a day. For more information call 4492-1555.

Lobby Lounge

Daily: Luxe Lounge. This modern space located in the hotel lobby welcomes guests in to a cosy atmosphere and a relaxing setting. The outlet’s philosophy encompasses organic gourmet food and beverage offerings. Enjoy a choice of pastries, petit fours, chocolate pralines, a unique selection of quality coffees and a variety of aromatic and herbal Oriental teas. For more information call 4492-1555.

W DOHA Supper Club

Ongoing: Market by Jean-Georges, La Spiga by Paper Moon, and Spice Market. Wrap up the day with all your dinner essentials in a three-course menu for QR 100 for food-only, or QR 120 with a special sip. From 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. For more information call 4453-5000.

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SPANISH & TEX-MEX Aceite 4018-8894 California Tortilla 4434-4144 4466-0663 Chili’s El Faro 4035-5555 Fuego 4429-5000 Ipanema 4419-6100 Latino Steakhouse 4485-3000 4446-0105 Oyster Bay Paloma 4484-4444 4428-1428 Picasso’s Rodizio Brazilian Churrascaria 4408-7777 Salsa 4429-8888 Toro Toro Doha 4035-5101

ARABIC & LEBANESE Agora 4445-5555 Al Balad 4491-8692 Al Bandar 4431-1818 Al Batross 4432-8888 Al Canteen 4433-6666 Al Mourjan 4483-4423 Al Sayyad 4484-7420 Al Shaheen Restaurant 4485-3000 Al Sufra 4035-5555 Al Sultan Brahim 4446-0105 Al Tabkha 4495-3876, Ext: 5874/5875 Al Tawash 4498-2002 Argan 4433-6666 Burj Al Hamam 4495-3876, Ext: 1291 Emirgan Sutis 4037-5287 German Doner Kebab 4464-1179 Istanbul Sultan Dining Restaurant 4468-5089 Khan Rafouk Tarab Café 4408-0840 Kunafa Albisana. 4408-1200 Layali 4431-0005 Lebanese Shawarma 4466-2616 Majlis 4448-1234 Marmara Istanbul 4436-2947 Shawarma Albisana 4408-1400 Sukar Pasha Ottoman Lounge 4408-2000 Tajine 4435-5554 Tangia 4434-3333 Turkey Central 4443-2927 Wafi Gourmet 4486 4747

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CHINESE Chopsticks D’Chopstix Hakkasan Royal Bafilyon Ruby Wu’s Wok of Fame

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CONTEMPORARY EUROPEAN Aroma Astor Grill Belgian Café Gordon Ramsay La Mer Market by Jean-Georges Nando’s Delivery Hotline Opal by Gordon Ramsay Panorama

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FRENCH La Sahtaine La Varenne Le Relais de L’Entrecote Maxim Sormani The French Olive

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INDIAN Biryani Hut Bombay Balti Chingari Royal Indian Royal Tandoor Al Souq St., Jasra Souq Waqif Saffron Lounge Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor Sukh Sagar Taj Rasoi

4464-1401 4428-1428 4428-1428 4466-6876 4444-6151 4432-3244 3325-8919 4019-8877 4431-9172 4429-8888

Al Hubara 4485-3000 Al Liwan Restaurant 4424-2888 Baraha 4447-0000 Shakespeare and Co. 6676-8812 Choices 4402-3333 Corniche 4429-8888 Cosmo 4424-7777 Crossroads Kitchen 4419-6100 Eggspectation 5040-9900 Elements 4494-8888 Flying Carpet 4446-5600 Grand Gourmet 4434-3333 La Cigalon Restaurant 4428-8888 Lagenda 4408-4220 Mawasem 4423-3333 Nando’s Delivery Hotline 4436-0606 Panorama 4446-5600 4445-8888 Olive Oil Pool Bar 4429-5000 Pool Grill 4494-8600 Seasonal Tastes 4492-1555 Sridan 4429-5000 The Grill 4448-1234 The Lagoon 4484-8000 The Village Souq Waqif 3331-1558 Three Sixty 4446-5600 4446-5600 Torch Tea Garden Vine 4446-0105

ITALIAN Antica Pesa Doha 4035-5011 Biella 4421-0025 Carluccio’s 4495-3876 Cucina 4419-6100 Di Capri 4428-8698 II Teatro 4494-8888 La Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant 4436-7991 La Spiga by Paper Moon 4453-5135 La Veranda 4485-3000 le Vesuvio 4408-1500 Paper Moon 4016-6000 Porcini 4484-8000 Rocca 4448-1272 The French Olive 4444-4777 The Italian Job 4428-1428

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Olive Oil City Centre Rotana Double Tree Hilton Hotel Doha

JAPANESE Neo 4432-2508 Nobu 4494-8600 Nozomi 4035-5089 Oishi Sushi 4442-8989 Sakura 4428-1428 Strata Restaurant & Lounge 4015-8888 4467-5577 Sushi Minto Megu 4495-3876, Ext: 2101 Yen Sushi Bar 4428-8888

MEDITERRANEAN Aramede 4408-7777 Bistro Bistro 4428-1428 La Villa 4446-2222 Le Central Restaurant 4428-8888 4444-4700 Medi @ The Village Mykonos 4484-4444 Sawa 4035-5555 The Cellar 4402-3333

PERSIAN Grill @ The Village 4444-4700 Parisa 4425-6666 Prince Of Persia 4015-0190.

SOUTHEAST ASIAN Asia Live! 4429-8888 Chowking Delivery Hotline 4431-1212 Dar Al Salam Mall 4486-6077 Al Khor Mall 4411-8817 Salwa Road 4437-1212 Holiday Villa 4411-5225 Isaan 4448-1250 Mango Tree 4495-3876 Nusantao: Sea Kitchens 4494-8888 Spice Market 4453-5353 Sri Kebaya 4434-0838 The Noodle House City Center Mall 4411-5063 The Pearl 4002-7512 Landmark 4417-5682

BAR FOOD Belgian Café Library & Cigar Lounge Madison Piano Bar Pool Bar Shehrazad The Irish Harp The Lounge Wahm

4484-4444 4494-8600 4428-8888 4484-4444 4428-1428 4485-4444 4405-3325 4453-5353

AMERICAN & BURGERS American Grill 4411-0188 Burgeri 4449-3958. Chili’s 4466-0663 4483-3983 Fuddruckers Hardee’s 4467-8750 Johnny Rockets 4455-2792 Lord of The Wings 4417 4366 Ric’s Kountry Kitchen 4443-7846 4488-7008 TGI Friday’s

SEAFOOD Almaskar 4485-3000 Al Dana 4425-6666 Al Sayyad 4484-7420 Al Sultan Brahim 4446-0105 Balmesan 4441-2001 Fish Market 4484-4444 Harry Ramsden's World Famous Fish & Chips 4468-3231 L’wzaar Seafood Market 4408-0710 Pier 12 4428-1428 Yabby 4429-5000

STEAKHOUSES Bentley’s Grill Fuego JW’s Steakhouse Le Grill New York Steakhouse Prime The Anvil Rooms Toro Toro Doha

4428-1428 4429-5000 4429-8888 4484-7412 4419-6100 4015-8888 4499-0685 4035-5101

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CAFÉS Alison Nelson’s Chocolate Bar 4495-3876, Ext. 1311 Al Jalsa 4425-6666 Al Kut Lounge 4434-3203 Allegria 4485-3000 Anima Gallery & Lounge 4002 7437 Arabica 4494-8600 Aspire Grand Café 4449-3963 Atrium 4424-7777 Atrium Lounge 4485-4444 4448-1282 Biscotti Café Murano 4035-5555 Caramel Lounge 4445-8888 Chac’Late 4408-2000 Gourmet House 4405-3333 Jones the Grocer 4407-7175 4436-1789 Le Gourmet Lobby Lounge 4429-5000 Luxe Lounge 4492-1555 MBCo The Gate Mall 4407-7130 Al Emaadi Financial Square 4411-7224 Monte's 4499-0689 Orangery Café Trottoir 4428-8888 Quick Bites 4419-6134 Red Velvet Cupcakery 4408-0700. Sarab Lounge 4446-0105 Savor Café Lounge 4408-7777 Seasons Tea Lounge 4494-8600 Shisha Garden 4428-8888 Sky Lounge 4402-3333 Sugar and Spice 4411-4456 The Courtyard 4433-6444 The Drawing Room 4433-6666 The Lobby Lounge 4484-8000 The Terrace Lounge 4433-6555 Torch Café 4446-5600 Vitamine Café 4035-5011 W Café 4453-5353 Ya Hala 4423-3333

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Ongoing: The Health and Fitness Club. InterContinental Doha The City is pleased to offer the revolutionary EMS training to residents of Qatar. Get fit in less than 30 minutes with certified trainers in a location with a gorgeous view of the city. Use EMS for 20 minutes and feel the effects of a 4 hour workout! What is EMS? EMS stands for Electro Muscular Stimulation and it is an effective form of training appealing to a wide spectrum of target groups. The training session itself is only 30 minutes, but the workout is 18 times more intense than conventional training. Male and female trainers are available upon request. Package rate for 10 sessions is QR 3000. Rate for one session is QR 350. For more information and reservations please call 4015-8661 or email emma.robb@ihg.com.

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n May, the 19-year-old forward joined Villarreal CF (Club de Futbol) from Belgian side Eupen, the club purchased in 2012 by the Aspire Academy, specifically to aid the development of the best young Qatari talent in the European arena.

This plan certainly seems to have worked for Afif, as his prodigious performances for Eupen have seen him move from the fairly modest Belgian league (ranked 9th in Europe by UEFA) to La Liga. The forward’s eight goals from 25 league appearances last season helped push Eupen to promotion in the Belgian top flight, departing for Iberia having left, rather than having received, a leaving present. While the English Premiership might be the richest European league, and certainly the highestprofile league in the world, in purely technical terms it’s ranked third by UEFA, behind Germany in second, and well behind Spain in first place. Where better could Afif develop his skills and experience? It should be noted that not only is Afif still just a teenager, he previously spent three years in Spain (two years at Sevilla, one year at his new employers) as part of those respective clubs’ youth systems – so he knows the territory, and also speaks Spanish. As of next season therefore, Qatar will have one of its international players plying his trade in the best-technical league on Earth. This is obviously great for him on a personal level, but it’s also great news for Qatari football. Why? Afif’s presence at club level will help raise the profile of the national side – and even Qatar itself. This is not an unrealistic claim. Villarreal finished fourth in La Liga last year which means they will enter the Champions League next season at the final qualification stage. Should they make it into the competition proper, Afif will be the first Qatari player to grace the ‘beautiful game’s’ premier club competition.

Words and selected images by John Hunt

Qatar international footballer Akram Afif has made history by becoming the first Qatar-born player ever to sign a permanent contract with a La Liga side – the top tier of Spanish football. QH took a look at this significant summer transfer and what it means for Qatari football.

In Europe, even people that really know their football would struggle to name a single Qatari player – but this is set to change. Afif’s arrival at a top side in a top-quality league is going to show that Qatar is capable of producing top-class talent. It’s also my belief that Afif’s status as a pioneer is going to lend credence to Qatar’s hosting of the World Cup in 2022. Afif, however, is but one man. I’ve oft opined in these pages of the need to get Qatari players playing abroad so as to aid player development in the same way as has been the case for Afif.

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Madrigal Stadium, Villareal City, Spain

In 2005-06, they were Champions League semi-finalists, and they have also been UEFA Cup/ Europa League semi-finalists on three occasions, including in the season just past. Villarreal are the epitome of a well-run, medium-sized club. The question, of course, is how their manager – Marcelino García Toral – sees Afif fitting into his side. The latter is only 19, so he may be spending some time in the reserves, on the bench, or hopefully fired straight into first team action. Who knows? What we can say with certainty is that it’s not only the diehards of El Madrigal who will observe their new acquisition with interest – the Qatar Football Association and everyone who follows the fortunes of ‘The Maroons’ will also be watching. n

May 8, 2016 - Afif signs permanent deal with Villareal, a proud day for the Qatari forward

I ask you this: would Afif have been able to secure a move to Villarreal directly from the Qatar Stars League, without the youth training in Spain and his successful year at Eupen? I suspect not. The QSL is still a work in progress.

Taking care of business

Qatar is most likely not going to win the 2022 World Cup. Getting out of their group would be seen as success. So whilst Afif is a pioneer, the hope is that he will also open the door for others to follow.

The ‘Yellow Submarine’ Villarreal CF hail from the town of the same name in the Valencia region of eastern Spain. They are nicknamed the ‘Yellow Submarine’ due to their all-yellow home kit, and play at the 25,000-capacity Estadio El Madrigal. The club itself could be described as one which regularly ‘punches above its weight’, whose achievements, especially recently, belie its compact size. In season 2007-08 for example, Villarreal achieved their best ever league finish – runners up to champions Real Madrid, but a hefty 10 points ahead of mighty Barcelona in third.

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Words and images courtesy of Simon Jones

For those of you who may be considering skydiving but haven’t yet summoned the courage to do so, don’t fret, QH sent along Simon Jones to take the plunge with the guys from Skydive Qatar.

ne lazy afternoon, I was on my phone and I saw an advert on Facebook for “Skydive Qatar” and thought to myself why not. So I sent out a group whatsapp message to about 20 of my friends to see if anyone was up for it. In the back of my mind I thought no one would actually say yes, but to my surprise one of my friends wanted to do it, he was super keen, so there was no backing out now!

We found out that all jumps took place from Al Khor Airport, so we decided to book for a Saturday morning jump. I was a little bit nervous on Friday evening, nothing too serious though; I kind of put it to the back of my mind and thought I would deal with it in the morning. On Saturday my buddy came to pick me up and off we drove to Al Khor. When we got to Al Khor it was really windy. One of the instructors told us there was a pretty high chance the jump was going to be cancelled due to the strong winds. Having geared myself up for the jump that morning I really wanted to do it, however when throwing yourself out of a plane at 13000 feet, safety takes priority over everything, so alas, as predicted, the jump was cancelled. We had to reschedule, so we arranged a midweek jump as we both had some days off to use. On Monday morning we went back to

Al Khor. There was pretty much zero wind, the jump was happening. We hung around in the jump centre for a bit, teasing one another about who was more nervous and then our instructors arrived. The instructors gave us the run down on how the jump would go; there wasn’t much that we had to do. A harness was strapped to the jumper and then the instructor would attach himself to the harness once in the plane. Then the instructor would be the one who pulled the parachute, after free falling for about 2.5k! We familiarized ourselves with the kit and then made our way to the plane. I had a bit of a chat with my instructor - Graham on the way up. I took the chance to double check that he had done this before (a bit late now I hear you saying); thankfully he had over 9000 jumps under his belt, so that was reassuring.

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Accompanying us were about 10 solo jumpers on the flight. We circled up to 13000 feet, on the way up the instructor fastened himself to me and once again went through how it was going to work. Up until this point everything was quite relaxed, a slow flight up in the air, taking in the views of Al Khor and the beach, all the while, I was trying not to think about how high up we were going. We hit 13000 feet, the plane door opened and one by one the solo jumpers just flung themselves out of the plane as though they were just going for a leisurely evening stroll. My instructor told me it was time to get up and we shuffled awkwardly towards the door. He said don’t look down! This is where my heart beat really started to rise; it was definitely the most nerve-racking part of the experience.

No going back now

We had a videographer accompanying us who was in front, he was just hanging backwards out of the plane door with a gopro stuck to his head and wearing a huge grin. My instructor signaled to the videographer that it was go time and that was it, there was literally no turning back as we jumped out of the plane. Before jumping, I thought the most frightening part would be the free falling – it wasn’t, instead it was quite calm and beautiful. My videographer was close by all the time, still wearing his huge grin and reaching out to give high fives. After about one minute of free falling which seemed to go past so quickly and yet so slowly, the parachute opened. I was much relived to feel the tug caused by the air resistance on the parachute. The instructor then let me take the reins so-to-speak for a few seconds and I could somewhat control the parachute which was pretty cool. However, as we were both still thousands of feet above terra firma, I thought it wise to let the instructor do the steering. Before I knew it, the ground quickly approached us, we landed. I was really happy to be back on solid ground and still super elated for about an hour after the jump!

Beautifull views over Al Khor town

Some say that skydiving can be a life changing experience, I can’t say that I ‘found myself’ up there but I certainly do feel different after throwing myself out off a plane, 13, 000 feet up in the sky. It was a thrilling experience that I would highly recommend to anyone! n SKYDIVE QATAR Location: Al Khor Airport Price: • Jump Price (Without rig rental) QR 150 • Jump Price (With rig rental) QR 190 • Cameraman Price (Optional) QR 240 • Packer Price (Optional) QR 35 Like Skydive Qatar on Facebook, visit www.skydiveqatar.com or call 7741-4181

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Feel the pulse!

Electro Workout Words by Luciana Cunha Franca Images courtesy of My30minutes & Trinity Talent Qatar

body. The equipment is connected to a machine, where the instructor can set the frequency, level by level according to each individual’s preference.

Tired of your regular workout? How about letting a machine do all the work? Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, QH went to Intercontinental Doha City to try out a unique workout innovation called EMS by my30minutes at their Health and Fitness Club.

Conveniently, the information from my session was recorded on a card, so every time I go back, I can start from where I left off. Essentially, the aim is to increase the intensity day-by-day but only when you are ready to do so.

magine that with just 30 minutes per day, you can have a workout that compares to a mammoth four hour ‘sesh’ at the Gym. Well that’s exactly what I did. EMS stands for Electro Muscular Stimulation and it is an effective form of training which appeals to a wide spectrum of people looking to either get or stay fit. When I heard the word ‘Electro’, I have to confess, that there was some trepidation on my part. However, my patience instructor- Tim Newnham explained that I had no reason to fret; he promised that the workout would be painless and it was!

The Gymnasium The hotel’s gym is located high-in-the-sky way up on level 46; there is also an outdoor heated pool with fabulous views of the city, great during the day and spectacular in the evenings. Overall a first class facility in a very convenient location.

Getting Kitted Up First off, I had to get into the equipment. There is a jacket and separate belts that fit to key parts of your

The instructor, Tim went through each level, and I eventually chose the intensity I found most comfortable. No pain, no stress and it was a very fast workout of just 30 little minutes. I felt happy with my achievements and the next day my body really felt as though I had done a vigorous workout.

Lemme Break It Down For You Basically the impulses generated by the device are delivered through electrodes in close proximity to the muscle groups. This provides a full body workout, regardless of the action being performed. The impulses mimic those coming from the nervous system, causing the muscles to contract at a much more intense rate than during conventional training. The impulses only affect the striated skeletal muscles and do not penetrate deep enough to have any effect on the heart or other major organs in the body.

Plus Points Apart from the novelty factor, the main benefits are that people can receive a full body workout in only 30 minutes, providing little to no impact on the joints, working only the muscles around the skeletal system to provide strength and stability that would otherwise be difficult to achieve through conventional training. Aside from the physical benefits of the equipment, it is a great training time-saver for people who

don't have 2-3 hours in their day to undertake conventional training. Most important benefits and advantages include: • Stimulation of all muscles groups individually and separately at the same time • With EMS you can achieve a workout with more than 90% of the muscle fibres contracting at the same time • The training session itself is only 30 minutes, but the workout is 18 times more intense than conventional training • Treats back pain • Reduction of body weight • Improved endurance • Increased blood flow (has a positive effect on the skin, the body is toned and cellulite can be reduced effectively) • Improves physical performance: you feel more flexible, healthier, and you tire less quickly. n • Male and female trainers are available upon request. • Package rate for 10 sessions is QAR 3000. Rate for one session is QAR 350. • Sessions are subject to availability and scheduling is required. • Before attempting an EMS workout, be sure to check and see if your instructor is certified. • For more information and reservations please call 4015-8661 or email emma.robb@ihg.com

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SPECIAL PROMOTION

Don't become a couch potato

Activity Each Day,

Keeps The Doctor Away Words by Ruby Smith’s

Inactivity has become a major problem across the globe in recent years, so QH turned to the health & fitness experts at EVOLVE – Mind/Body/Soul on how to combat this worry trend.

hen the opportunity arose for me to take an internship with EVOLVE in the Middle East, I knew it was an opportunity that I couldn’t refuse. Whilst researching the prevalence of certain health conditions found in Qatar due to the lifestyle here, I realised that I could use my education, skills and knowledge to create awareness and make a difference in people’s lives. From participating in physical education (P.E.) and engaging in sport early on, I became fascinated by how the human body moves. Through P.E. I learned self discipline, confidence and commitment. I went on to study a degree in Sport and Exercise Science at Kingston University London and really developed a passion for physiology, primarily focusing on exercise prescription with regards to health conditions such as diabetes, obesity and hypertension. I wanted to be involved in helping people with these illnesses, to change their lives using exercise and create awareness of the seriousness of these diseases. Seeking an internship in the Qatar was perfect, as this is a country developing at lightning speed, however, along with breathtaking changes to

this nation comes the side effects of hypertension, obesity and diabetes - illnesses that are quite prevalent in this region.

So, Why Physiology? First of all, physiology is a science that aims to understand the mechanisms of the act of living, from cell function to the behaviour of the whole body. Physiology helps us to understand exactly how the body works and also helps us realise what goes wrong when disease takes hold, and possibly identifying new treatments for them. One of those treatments is exercise, a crucial component to keeping people healthy and happy. One thing that is definitely prevalent in the Qatar is a sedentary lifestyle; this is when a person tends to be mostly seated at work and has little engagement in physical activity. People are spending too much time sitting down at work and as soon as they get home they find themselves too tired to do anything, leaving them sitting for long periods of time throughout the day. The lack of time to pursue leisure activities in Doha, and often the lack of options specifically towards women is a big barrier to helping people become more active. The heavy traffic, high temperatures and limited pathways encourage people to drive rather than walk or even cycle.

Lessons Learned In Qatar and in many of the other GCC countries, obesity is very prevalent. This condition can lead to metabolic changes which cause much worse illnesses like diabetes and hypertension.

The combination of diabetes, hypertension, obesity and high cholesterol can cause Metabolic Syndrome which if not diagnosed can cause serious health problems to the individual. These syndromes are all heavily related to living a sedentary lifestyle. The sport and exercise industry has grown significantly in recent years here in Qatar and as more people become aware of the health complications that are related to inactivity, the more likely they will be to consider exercising regularly. With the prevalence of diabetes, obesity and hypertension being significantly high in Qatar, the use of exercise prescription is imperative. Qatar is one of the few nations that has an entire day dedicated to Sports however as the city of Doha expands, there has to a coherent plan to create a lot more green spaces, free football/basket/tennis courts as well as more fitness campaigns, educating people on how to avoid these conditions. Aspire Zone’s ‘Step Into Health’ campaign has been great but more campaigns and on a more regular basis are necessary. Workplaces should incorporate fitness workshops with incentives. A healthy Qatar creates a more hopeful vision, where people are educated and active. This will create a change in lifestyle through fitness and not medical care. The key is to prevent the illness and not to get to the stage where it has to be treated. n Get yourself on the track to optimal health by learning more about EVOLVE – Mind/Body/ Soul’s services. For more information visit www.evolvemindbodysoul.com or call 5040-3234

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QH RECOMMENDS

Bodylines Low Tide (Silver Membership Offer)

Ongoing: Bodylines Fitness and Wellness Club. An unmissable 35% discount on our published regular membership tariff with one or two weeks extension period based on membership type. Membership includes access to gym, steam, sauna, and jacuzzi. From 8:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m. till 5:00 a.m. Pool access from 8:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. Also includes 20% discount on food & beverages, massage, and spa treatments (conditions apply). With discounts on swimming lessons and personal training with dedicated staff. Offer valid until December 31. For more information call 4402-3333.

Bodylines Low Tide (Bronze Membership Offer) MARSA MALAZ KEMPINSKI Tennis

Daily: Make use of our outdoor tennis court on the island grounds, with private or group lessons from the coaches. For more information call 4035-5555, email spa.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

BANANA ISLAND RESORT DOHA BY ANANTARA T.G.I Beach Day

All-Month: Eight hundred meters of pristine white sandy beach for you to enjoy on the best private island beach in Doha. Gently float in our vast 100-metre lagoon pool overlooking the Arabian Gulf and you could easily find yourself thinking you have arrived in paradise. If your idea of heaven is splashing around with the kids, you can head to our dedicated Kids’ pool area with our amazing water slides. Weekday rate (Sunday - Wednesday) with set menu at Q Lounge or Ted’s QR 350 per adult. QR 250 per child (ages 5-12). For more information call 4040-5050.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA Yoga Vishnu

Sun & Wed: You’ll be guided along each pose to open up the entire diameter of your body much quicker than standard yoga poses, making the practice much easier, safer and faster to master. This allows you to test your limits, see and feel changes after only a few classes. Members QR 45, non-members QR 65. From 8:30 a.m. till 9:50 a.m. For more information call 4484-4852.

LA CIGALE NEW Zumba Class

Mon & Wed: Ozone Gym & Spa. Join the most energetic Zumba class given by certified instructor Reine Baddoura from 8:30 p.m. Let the South American Zumba vibes move you! Come and release your stress, and sweat as you those burn calories and enjoy a time! For more information call 4428-8101.

MARSA MALAZ KEMPINSKI Fitness Classes

Daily: The Health Club. Numerous fitness classes are available, including body-pump, boot-camp, abs workout, Pilates, body-weight, Zumba, yoga, push-up challenge and more. Classes start from QR 85 per person. For more information call 4035-5555, email spa.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

THE Gym

Daily: The Health Club. A state-of-the-art space with female-only and mixed fitness areas, the latest Technogym equipment, two fitness group studios, a personal training studio and male and female wet relaxation areas. For more information call 4035-5555, email spa.marsamalaz@kempinski.com, or visit www.kempinski.com/marsamalaz.

ORYX ROTANA Bodylines (Regular Membership Offer) Ongoing: Bodylines Fitness and Wellness Club. We value your presence and want you to be not only healthy, but your best. Up to 20% discount on our published tariff with one week to one month free extension period based on membership type. Membership includes 24x7 access to gym, steam, sauna, and jacuzzi. Pool access from 6:00 a.m. till 11:00 p.m. Also includes 20% discount on food & beverages, massage, and spa treatments (conditions apply). With discounts on swimming lessons and personal training with dedicated staff. Offer valid until December 31. For more information call 4402-3333.

Ongoing: Bodylines Fitness and Wellness Club. Get fighting fit with a 50% discount on our published regular membership tariff with one or two weeks extension period based on membership type. Membership includes access to gym, steam, sauna, jacuzzi and swimming pool from 8:00 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. Also includes 20% discount on food & beverages, massage, and spa treatments (conditions apply). With discounts on swimming lessons and personal training with dedicated staff. Offer valid until December 31. For more information call 4402-3333.

Bodylines Night (Membership Offer)

Ongoing: Bodylines Fitness and Wellness Club. Something for the night owls! Get shredded while the competition sleeps with a 50% discount on published regular membership tariff with one or two weeks extension period based on membership type. Membership includes access to Gym, Steam, Sauna, and Jacuzzi. From 9:00 p.m. till 5:00 a.m. Pool access from 9:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. Also includes 20% discount on food & beverages, massage, and spa treatments (conditions apply). With discounts on swimming lessons and personal training with dedicated staff. Offer valid until December 31. For more information call 4402-3333.

SHERATON GRAND DOHA Zumba

Ongoing: Fitness Centre. Join in at the Sheraton Fitness Centre for Zumba classes at QR 50 per class, Sunday, Tuesday and Friday. For bookings and reservations call 4485-4601/4600/4609, or email HRC.sheratondoha@sheraton.com.

Martial Arts/Aikido, Kids Aikido & Youth Aikido

Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat: Fitness Centre. Join in at the Sheraton Fitness Centre for aikido and kick-boxing classes at QR 70 for kids and QR 80 for adults per class. For bookings and reservations call 4485-4601/4600/4609, or email HRC.sheratondoha@sheraton.com.

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Martial Arts/Kendo

Mon & Wed: Sheraton Health & Recreation Centre. Learn the modern Japanese bamboo sword fighting art of Kendo! Only QR 70 Kids and QR 80 Adults. For bookings and reservations call 4485-4601/4600/4609, or email HRC.sheratondoha@sheraton.com.

THE GRAND HYATT Fitness Classes

Ongoing: Jaula Spa & Club. Get Your summer silhouette. Join Jaula Club and benefit from a 30% discount on six-month and yearly memberships and 50% on 3-month memberships! Offer valid until end of July. Please call 4448-1060 for bookings and enquires.

Ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Beach and Pool Days

Mon-Tues: Jaula Club. Ladies, come and benefit from a discounted price of QR 125 for beach and pool passes every Monday and Tuesday, with free entry for up to two children under 12. Please call 4448-1060 for bookings and enquires.

Fitness Classes

Ongoing: Jaula Club. Time to break a sweat! Get motivated and enjoy group classes conducted by professional coaches. Special Offer: Refer a friend and get one class each free. Call 4448-1060 for bookings and enquires.

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA THE CITY Summer Special Package July-August: The Health and Fitness Club. Indulge in our Summer Special Package â&#x20AC;&#x201C; leaving you with no excuses for not hitting the gym! Work out hard then relax afterwards with our pool, sauna, and steam room with our special summer rate of only QR 1,050. For bookings and more information please call 4015-8661 or email emma.robb@ihg.com.

Activities & Clubs Bike Riding The Corniche Aspire Park

Bowling

The Qatar Bowling Center 4432-9178 or www.qatarbowlingcenter.net Gondolania Bowling Center (Villaggio) 4403-9807 or www.gondolania.com Strike Bowling Alley (City Center) 4483-9162

Golf

The Doha Golf Club 4496-0777 or www.dohagolfclub.com

Horse Riding

Al Khor Riding Center 4421-8857 Al Samariya Stables 5525-7203 or qatarracing@gmail.com Al Shaqab Riding Academy 4454-6236 or www.alshaqab.com

Ice-Skating

Winter Wonderland (City Center) 4483-9162 Gondolania Ice Arena (Villaggio) 4403-9807 or www.gondolania.com

Sailing

Doha Sailing Club 4443-9840 or www.qmsf.com Regatta Sailing Academy 4442-4577 or www.regattasailingacademy.com

See us online! m www.qatarhappening.co

Royal Yachting Association Courses www.ryacourses-qatar.com

Swimming

Aspire Academy for Sporting Excellence 4413-6219 or www.aspire.qa Aqua Park 4490-5872 or aquaparkqa@gmail.com

Tennis & Squash

Khalifa Tennis & Squash Complex 4440-9666

Walking

Park at Museum of Islamic Art The Corniche The Pearl-Qatar (2.5 km) Aspire Park

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Top Picks

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA Summer Spa Promotion

July: The Bay Club Doha. Enjoy any of our 60 minute Massage Treatments and receive a QR 100 voucher for your next treatment. Vouchers can be used until the end of August 2016. For more information call 4484-4919 or 4484-4444.

BANANA ISLAND RESORT DOHA BY ANANTARA H2O Journey

All-month: Anantara Spa. Prepare to be truly indulged! This two hour water therapy session will leave you completely relaxed and rejuvenated. The unique Aemotio machine will boost your body moisture and hydration levels. You will receive a 30 minute scrub, 30 minute body wrap, followed by a 30 minute body steam and facial. Did we mention the complimentary 30 minute foot reflexology? You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be disappointed! QR 699 per person. To book your treatment or for more information, please call 4040-5158/9 or email spa.adoh@anantara.com. Prior booking is required.

ORYX ROTANA Massage and Spa treatments

Upon request: Relax your body in the hands of our professional therapists. Bodylines offer a choice of Swedish massage, Thai massage, Balinese, Deep Tissue, Aroma, Reflexology, Back & Shoulder massage and Indian Head massage. (Female only). For more information call 4402-3333

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL DOHA CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La

Upon request: The Spa. This luxury Asian-themed spa provides treatments to restore the balance of chi and is based on traditional well-being practices found across many Asian cultures while incorporating many natural Arabian elements. Treatments start at QR 250. For more information call 4429-5000 or email us at chi.sldh@shangri-la.com.

THE GRAND HYATT Create your own package

Upon request: Jaula Spa. You take control. Be your own treatment designer and pick your favourite body scrub along with your favourite massage and face, hand or foot treatment for only QR 850. For more information call 4448-1056.

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f you are seeking to wind down after a long day of meetings, looking to relax before an evening out or simply want to be pampered, Heavenly Spa massages, wraps, scrubs and facials offer you the opportunity to embrace bliss.

How Do You Want To Feel As soon as I enter the modern, sleek spa at the Westin, I can tell that at least on this sleepy Wednesday afternoon, I’m in for a treat of pampering and complete relaxation. Located on the mezzanine floor, I immediately step into a calming spa environment as I’m greeted by their warm and friendly staff. They give me a chart with different emotions written on a page. Then they ask me to choose which feeling I want to have by the end of the massage. I couldn’t help but be impressed, they seemed confident that whichever feeling I picked, they could deliver the appropriate experience. When a Spa gives you the opportunity to choose the way you want to feel after a massage, then for me at least, it’s the perfect way to start. My therapist, Chante Jacobs invites me to relax in the waiting area as I fill out a health form, which is provided to all first time guests. At the same time, a refreshing drink is served along with hot towels.

The Spa Chante guides me to the spa area which features nine elegant treatment rooms with designated male and female zones. They include a bath robe and slippers with amenities so that I can prepare for the massage. At the Spa you also can find an indoor Jacuzzi, swimming pool, wet and dry sauna, a washroom with lockers, showers, and toilets. The treatment room was impressive with its luxurious modern decor in what was a well sized room. Not too big and at the same time, not to poky. My therapist requests that all accessories and jewelry be removed before starting the treatment so as to make me as comfortable as possible. She gives me a treatment menu and I ask her about the Aspire Massage, she explains that it’s a 50 minute treatment based solely on the guest’s answer to one simple question: How do you want to feel? A blend of natural aromatherapy oils and lots of different massage techniques are utilized to leave me feeling exactly as I requested. The aromatherapy oils have various properties which can leave one feeling relaxed, de-stressed, or renewed. I chose renewed and my therapist tells me that lavender oil goes well in helping to achieve this.

Words by Luciana Cunha Franca Photography by Jessie Palanca

The lights are dimmed; the subtle essence of aromatic oils and candle scents mix and fill the air as soothing music is played in the background.

QH soaks up the tranquil atmosphere of the Heavenly Spa at the newly opened Westin Doha Hotel, where first class luxury and the personal touch go hand in hand.

I’m advised to close my eyes, and allow my mind to be free of thoughts. My therapist tells me to take big deep breathes. I do as told and breathe deeply, letting the tension slip away with each breath.

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The lush reception area immediately oozes the notion of rest and relaxation

Relax before or after your treatment in this aqua inspired wet room

The treatment starts and I can feel that Chante is a very experienced therapist. She asks how much force she should apply, I requested her to apply medium pressure and I got exactly what I was looking for. The therapist asks which areas she should focus on, in my case, I told her to just do a general massage all over my body. The treatment starts with me laying on my front and later I turned around as she focused on my front. The 50 minute treatment beats all my expectations. She finishes by doing both a facial and head massage; at this point I am almost asleep. Then she politely informs me that the treatment is finished, I felt relaxed and totally renewed to continue with my day. Of course, I wanted to stay there forever, but in the end Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just grateful for 50 magical minutes. The Westin Heavenly Spa is certainly a 5 star experience; it provides the perfect escape from arduous city life. n HEAVENLY SPA Location: The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa Timings: 9:00 a.m. till 10:00 p.m. Age: Guests must be at least 16 years of age to experience spa treatments, fitness facilities and locker rooms. Children below 16 should be accompanied by an adult whilst having treatments. Price Of Treatment: Aspire Massage QR 550 (50 minutes) or (90 minutes) QR 800 Contact Info: Call 4492-1682, or email heavenlyspa.doha@westin.com.

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Words by Antony D. Antoniou Selected photoghraphy by Jessie Palanca Additional images courtesy of Grand Hyatt Doha

two Presidential Suites and two Royal Suites. Adjacent to the hotel is also a residential complex which provides long and short term accommodation rentals.

How the other half live, is a question many of us have often pondered. Luckily, this month QH got a chance to peek into this world after a one night staycation at the Grand Hyatt Doha’s Royal Suite.

The hotel has a range of services that offer anything and everything you could ever think of, so if you’re not sure, then just ask.

With a number of different outlets, the Grand Hyatt Doha has you covered, be it, Thai food, cafes, lounges or all-day dinning.

A Room Like No Other

ocated on the shoreline of the new upscale West Bay Lagoon district and within convenient distance from the Pearl Qatar and Lagoona Mall, the Grand Hyatt Doha is perfectly placed for a bit of rest and relaxation.

Having arrived a little late to the Grand Hyatt Doha for check in, I was very pleasantly surprised to find out that I’d be staying in one of the Royal Suites for the night. Someone was definitely smiling down on me that day!

There are 249 guestrooms including 17 Grand Suites, eight Grand Executive Suites, ten Al Mirqab Suites,

I grabbed the card key with haste and eagerly walked to the elevator. This was no ordinary room,

as the large majestic door swung open; it revealed a level of luxury and style that left a rather large grin across my face I must say. Equipped with a mini office, main lounge, small kitchen, and a huge bedroom with a walk-in-wardrobe, I felt that I could very quickly, if not immediately, get used to this. The decor was warm with plenty of earthy colours, lots of browns, yellows and light beiges. The high ceilings and sense of grandeur didn’t escape my attention and was compounded when I stepped out onto the biggest veranda I have seen in a hotel. However, for me at least, the wow factor came from the restroom. It was almost like a mini spa with a lavish freestanding bathtub/Jacuzzi, a separate shower that could fit a whole village inside and of course, the obligatory Sauna room. Sure, why not?

Iftar O’clock

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After exploring the suite for a while to see what was what and playing with the TV for about five minutes, I had worked up a bit of an appetite. So down I went to the ground floor where I met up with a colleague of mine as we went to The Grill, the Grand Hyatt Doha’s all-day dining venue, a place that usually offers premium meats with contemporary European cuisine. However, with it being Ramadan last month, it had been magically transformed into an amazing Iftar experience, offering a mixture of cuisines from around the world. Including of course, the local Khaleeji classics. Everything I tried was of a high quality, with plenty of variety on offer and a great atmosphere.

Soak in this freestanding tub or rest in the Sauna

With dinner finished, I took a stroll around the beautifully manicured grounds and checked out the 400 meter private beach. Simply spectacular!

Time To Say Goodbye

Italian fare at its best

With a very good night’s sleep in a most comfortable bed, I awoke early to check out the sun as it rose over the deep blue sea. Standing still, I could feel the sun’s rays slowly warming my skin. After my five minutes of Anthropo-photosynthesis (I made this word up btw), I jump into the luxurious rainfall shower and proceeded to stay there for a good 20 minutes. Refreshed and clean I picked up my things and headed for the complimentary breakfast at Rocca, the Hyatt’s poolside restaurant serving Italian cuisine prepared in an open kitchen. Again, no complaints here, the staff were super friendly and helpful and the choice on offer for breakfast had me deliberating a good few minutes. Having stayed in many a hotel in my time, I can safely say that for those looking for an enchanted stay, then the Grand Hyatt Doha is a natural choice. Of course, longer stays too can be pleasant but for my one night retreat, I have to say that I was more than satisfied. Thank you Grand Hyatt Doha, you made my week. n

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Zestful Zanzibar

Words and selected images by Samia Qaiyum

Sun-drenched shores, picturesque sunsets, and palm tree-fringed beaches blend with a unique culture and chaos in the best sense of the word. Meet Zanzibar, an island with infinite charisma.

o say Zanzibar is the ultimate Indian Ocean experience is an understatement. Ride aboard a traditional sailing dhow, stop to admire an intricately carved wooden door, and take the time to smell the scent of the clove –you’ll see that the island’s vibrant past is alive and well. Here, diversity reigns supreme. The Assyrians, Egyptians, Indians, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and English have all past through at one time or another. The Omani Arabs and Shirazi Persians stayed to settle and rule, thus turning Zanzibar’s locals into true symbols of its colourful heritage.

Living History No trip to Zanzibar would be complete without exploring the fascinating Stone Town, its historical capital and the only functioning ancient town in East Africa. Located on the island's west coast, Stone Town’s labyrinth of cobbled streets and crumbling 19th century architecture makes it easy to see why it was recently declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Whilst you could simply stroll around its

bathhouses, craft centres, mosques and colourful backstreet markets at your own pace, a guided tour comes highly recommended for true insights into this traditional society – and tidbits that you would undoubtedly miss whilst wandering around on your own. Stone Town boasts a multitude of important architectural highlights. History buffs should start at the imposing Palace Museum. Once the official residence of the Sultan of Zanzibar, it was renamed the Peoples’ Palace following the revolution in 1964 and turned into a museum in 1994. Today, visitors are able to view much of the Sultans’ furniture and other royal paraphernalia. Another defining feature is the Old Fort, the first defensive structure erected by the Omani Arabs when they seized the island from the Portuguese in 1698. These days, its restored rooms house offices for the Zanzibar Cultural Centre, while the open-air amphitheatre provides a dramatic screening venue for the Zanzibar International Film Festival. The most attractive landmark in the cultural heart of the island however, has to be the Old Dispensary. This late 19th century building was commissioned by prominent Indian merchant Tharia Topan, and gained its name because it housed a dispensary on the ground floor. It has been successfully restored after falling into disrepair in the 1970s, so a visit to admire its peppermint-green latticework balconies and wander through its interior is a must.

A Beleaguered Past As Zanzibar remained a hub of the slave trade in East Africa for several centuries, a tribute to David Livingston’s tireless work in the abolition of this practice in 1897 can be seen in the face of the Anglican Cathedral Church of Christ. Built on the site of the world’s last open slave market, its altar marks the whipping tree where slaves were lashed. Be sure to walk over to the poignant slave memorial outside that depicts five slaves standing in a pit wearing original neck collars and chains, their haunting expressions say more than words ever could. Next door, two of the 15 dank, cramped holding cells that housed up to 65 slaves awaiting sale are open to the public, serving as a grim reminder of the not-so-distant past.

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The beautiful Old Dispensary

A haunting past which is on display for all to see

Last but not least is Beit el-Ajaib (House of Wonders), a grand ceremonial palace built by Sultan Barghash that now houses the National Museum of History & Culture. Built in 1883, it was the first in Zanzibar to have electricity and an elevator, thereby earning its name. It’s currently closed to the public, but viewing its exterior on the way to an evening spent at the waterside Forodhani Gardens is worthwhile – its main doors are said to be the largest carved doors in East Africa, while the two canons that guard the entrance were captured from the Portuguese in 1622. At the gardens is a festive, carnival-esque atmosphere, courtesy of the nightly food market. This is the place to sample everything from crab claws and calamari steaks to Urojo soup, hand-pressed sugar cane juice and Zanzibar’s take on pizza – all on a budget, too. If you’re the cautious type when it comes to food, opt instead for the Emerson Spice Rooftop Tea House. The restaurant complements authentic Swahili cuisine with expertly-made cocktails, but it’s the magical backdrop of vibrant floor cushions, dimly-lit lanterns, live taarab music, and views over the motley roofs of Stone Town that you’ll remember most. Just be sure to get there in time for sunset.

What Lies Beyond At least one day-trip outside of Stone Town is compulsory for a change of pace, and considering Zanzibar is blessed with several offshore islands, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Prison Island, originally used by the Arabs to detain insubordinate slaves, is only a 30-minute boat ride away. You can sunbathe or simply gaze at the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean on its powdery-white beach. Or snorkel away the day among its beautiful coral reefs. Prison Island is also home to a family of giant tortoises – some of which are over 100 years old (imported from the Seychelles in the late 19th century). Another jaunt not to be missed is the classic Spice Tour. Many of the islands produce cinnamon, turmeric, nutmeg and pepper, all of which are integral to local life. For this reason, Zanzibar is referred to as the “Spice Island”. Book the tour with Zanzibar Different, which incorporates a guided tour through a spice plantation with a traditional coffee ceremony in Salome’s Garden as well as stops at the historic Kidichi Persian Baths and ruins of Mtoni Palace.

Slave holding cells

It’s best to visit Zanzibar during the dry, temperate months from June to October. Qatar Airways flies direct from Doha to Zanzibar three times weekly and via Kilimanjaro four times a week. n

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Family Friendly Maldives

Words by Lynsey Riach

Mention to anyone that you’re about to fly with a baby for the first time and you’ll probably receive a strong wince. QH contributor Lynsey Riach jetted off to the Maldives with her family and was pleasantly surprised by the baby-friendly isle which she discovered.

y Husband and I attempted a short four hour flight with our young baby, flying Qatar Airways direct from Doha to Male, the capital of the Maldives. Smack-bang in the middle of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives look too beautiful to be real. Let’s just call it paradise, shall we? Onboard, Qatar Airways staff greeted our sleepy boy with much cheer and a collection of complimentary toys to entertain him in his bassinet.

Four Hours Later… The Maldives are that place you’ve dreamt about and as new parents; we wanted to try somewhere

that was both luxurious and also family friendly, luckily we found the resort of Per Aquum Niyama. Upon our arrival and with an entourage of baby gear, we transferred to our seaplane. The propellers spun away with just our little family onboard and two barefoot pilots. We cruised for 45 minutes over the brightest blue seas I had ever seen, before gliding down to a silky splash landing at our new home for the week. Waiting for us was the tanned and very happy GM along with the Kids Club Manager who held out a balloon for our baby. We felt genuinely cared for and special. A brief conversation followed (which turned out to be our actual check-in) and we were then whisked by buggy to our spacious private water villa. Stacked on stilts, a collection of rustic thatched roofs stood over a turquoise lagoon that eventually blended into the Indian Ocean. Tropical fish and stingrays glided beneath us as we approached our abode. From the luxury of our own pool, we spotted a turtle and some dolphins. We fell helplessly in love with the view from our bed and one could never tire of the haze of azure blue that stretched out before us each day.

A Baby-centric Haven Upon our arrival to our pad, we were delighted to find a baby cot, baby bath and changing station with toiletries ready to use. Bottle warmer and sterilization unit along with a baby monitor which were all set up. It left me wondering why I had bothered to pack and lug all of our baby gear! For those who think they just won’t be able to rest and relax…think again. This island is bigger than you might expect. Each villa comes with bikes to explore the separate areas of the resort (‘chill’ and ‘play’ as they are known). I enjoyed yoga on the beach each morning followed by a hearty breakfast at Blu. We lazed the day away at our villa without ever seeing another soul. We scoffed delicious homemade ice cream re-stocked in our room each day. My Husband hit the reefs to snorkel; I indulged in a massage at the beautiful beach huts of Lime Spa. We enjoyed sunset views from a hidden hammock on the beach after strolling with our baby through lush jungle en route to the resort deli and shops. Designed for you in mind, Per Aquum Niyama suits the businessman, the honeymooning couple or the family. They’ll even help you pack lightly with plenty of resort side help. Mention you are travelling with a

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baby or children and just some of the items available free of charge include nappies, wipes, toys, stroller, crib, baby bath, potty and even baby nail clippers.

Malé City- the capital of the Maldives, floating precariously just above the waves

The resort is also home to a fantastic kids club concept by Scott Dunn called ‘Explorers’. With an exemplary reputation for childcare within the hospitality industry (they guarantee that all staff are fully-qualified child care graduates). Even for our very young baby, there were plenty of toys and bouncers not to mention happy and friendly staff on hand to play or babysit if necessary. The club is an incredible place for children to cultivate their creativity. Amongst jungle, huge plastic water features, spraying water down on the infectious sound of children laughing. There is also a climbing wall, sand pit, and a giant sunken grass trampoline that allows children of all ages to be kept active and happy whilst on holiday. But all the fun isn’t just for the kids. Enjoy a sunset sip at beach bar Dune or high above the resort at Farenheit. Dine and dance under the sea at Subsix, the world’s first underwater nightclub and in true James Bond style, reach the venue by speedboat.

Top notch snorkeling

With your very own designated butler and staff who effortlessly anticipate what you need or want before you know it, the Maldives, for us, was our very own slice of paradise, and I feel lucky to have had the chance to experience this beautiful chain of jaw droppingly gorgeous islands. Oh and keep an eye out on the seaplane, if you’re lucky like me, you may even spot a shark or two! n Qatar Airways flies twice daily from Doha to Male. To learn more about Per Aquum Niyama visit www.peraquum.com. You can also learn more about Scott Dunn and Explorers Kids Clubs at www.scottdunn.com.

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Words by Antony D. Antoniou

With many people choosing to move home over the summer months, it’s important to remember a few things so as to make your moving experience as smooth as possible. QH sought the advice of Ahmed Hassan Bilal Group Leasing Experts for some handy tips before you start breaking out those dusty cardboard boxes!

The Bilal Pearl Suites, a new and exciting place to live

Proximity To Work/School Qatar is a nation developing at what sometimes feels like breakneck speed, as such there are often a few teething problems when it comes to the daily commute. For peace of mind therefore and to ensure consistent attendance at work or school, it’s pretty wise to be no further than a 15 minute drive, if possible.

The Unexpected Often in Doha, roads seem to change at a moment’s notice with many diversions that can really affect large parts of the city. There’s not much you can about it if diversions happen to occur in your area but it is something to look out for once you have found an area that you like.

Finalise Kahramaa Bills From Previous Contract Without doing this, you won’t be able to open a new Kahramaa account, so this is a vital step when moving and should be a priority.

Construction Noise At the moment, many parts of Doha are huge construction sites, so noise pollution is probably one of your biggest challenges. However with a bit of reconnaissance, you may be lucky enough to find an area without the constant sound of digging. Look at long established areas such as Al Sadd, Old Airport, Mamoora or Najma for example. All of these areas went through their “growing pains” a decade earlier. Check various websites and research if your chosen area is soon to undergo major construction or road works. Ashghal – The Nation’s Public Works Authority tends to be quite good when it comes to informing the public, so check their website and various social media channels.

Scope Out The Area At Night Time This again, falls under the category of noise and as we tend to do most of our sleeping at night, it is absolutely crucial to check for the dreaded sound of digging machines at night. Believe me, you won’t regret doing this.

Maintenance services Make sure the landlord provides adequate maintenance services, especially if you are paying a high rental sum.

Ample Parking

High Quality Living

In car crazy Doha, this goes without saying. An official allotted car parking space makes all the difference, especially for those who have just bought a new car. Parking can be tricky even at the best of times. So choosing a house with no parking should be avoided.

For those of you with a bit of cash to splash, then the Pearl Qatar is the residence of choice with its many luxury properties and fabulous, ever-expanding outlets. Located to the north of the city, its an artificial island spanning nearly four million square metres. It is the first land in Qatar to be available for freehold ownership by foreign nationals.

Check Water Pressure Nobody wants a doggy shower in the mornings and of course, low water pressure can sometimes be hard to resolve. So be sure to test all the faucets in the apartment/villa before signing the contract.

AHB Real Estate offers high end properties with excellent 24/7 maintenance services. For leasing enquiries please contact marketing@ahbqatar.com.

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Head of Secondary - Mr. Dunlop hands Leaving Certificate to Ahmed Nasser Ahmed Hassan Bilal, son of Qatar Happening d Editor-In-Chief Mr. Nasser Ahme Hassan Bilal

QATAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL GRADUATION DAY Intercontinental Hotel - Al Wajba Ballroom May 31, 2016

ing all the Showcasing student work cover graphy, Creative arts from fine art, photo n Design digital media, product and fashio

DOHA COLLEGE ART EXHIBITION Al Waab Cumpus May 25, 2016 80 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 80

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FERRARI GTC4 LUSSO LAUNCH St. Regis Doha Hotel, Grand Ballroom May 25, 2016

FESTA DELLA REPUBLICA Cuccina, Marriott Marquis City Center Doha May 26, 2016 81 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 81

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EMIRGAN SUTIS NEW RESTAURANT OPENING The Pearl June 1, 2016 82 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 82

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HEDKANDI PARTY Intercontinental Doha The City June 2, 2016

7ASANAT OLYPIMCS Doha June 14, 2016 83 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 83

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HOLIDAY VILLA RAMADAN TENT The Diamond Hall June 14, 2016

MARIOTT MARQUIS DOHA Wanassa Ramadan Tent June 9, 2016 84 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 84

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A celebration of Ramadan foods

DOHA MARRIOTT HOTEL Streets of Arabia Iftar June 19, 2016 85 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 85

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HILTON HOTEL Fawaness Ramadan Tent June 11, 2016

INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA THE CITY Al Jawhara Ramadan Tent June 8, 2016 86 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 86

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MARSA MALAZ KEMPINSKI Palatial Ramadan Tent June 8, 2016

WESTIN DOHA HOTEL & SPA The Westin Grand Ballroom June 15, 2016 87 QH July 2016 - FINAL.indd 87

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PHONE DIRECTORY HOTELS Al Gassar Resort Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara City Centre Rotana Doha Crowne Plaza The Business Park Doha Marriott Hotel Four Seasons Grand Heritage Doha Hotel and Spa The Grand Hyatt Holiday Villa Hilton Doha InterContinental Doha InterContinental Doha The City Kempinski Residences & Suites La Cigale Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Marsa Malaz Kempinski Millennium Hotel Doha Mรถvenpick Hotel Mรถvenpick Hotel West Bay Doha Oryx Rotana Radisson Blu Shangri-La Hotel Doha Sharq Village & Spa Sheraton Grand Doha The Ritz-Carlton The St. Regis Doha The Torch Doha W Doha Hotel & Residences Westin Doha Hotel & Spa Wyndham Grand Regency

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AIRLINES Air Arabia 4432-2111 4444-5101 Air France American Airlines 4499-5737 Air India 4441-8423 British Airways 4432-1538 Cathay Pacific Airways 4445-8319 Delta Airlines 4483-0725 Egypt Air 4435-2901 Emirates 4438-4477 Etihad Airways 4436-6657 Fly Dubai 4422-7350 Gulf Air 4499-8000 Lufthansa German Airlines 4431-0212 Oman Air 4432-0509 Qatar Airways 4449-6666 4443-1431 Royal Jordanian Sri Lankan Airlines 4444-1217 Turkish Airlines 4443-3027

HEALTH / BEAUTY

AHMED HASSAN BILAL GROUP

Amaoras RelaxationSpa 4408-4085 Angsana Spa 4434-3152 4496-6410 Bay View 26, Wellness Centre Bliss 4453-5555 Bottega Verde 4483-4535 Coiffeur Franรงaise 4468-9211 4498-0033 Dados Beauty Salon Diva Lounge 4431-8488 Doha Dental 4431-7766 4429-8520 Doha Marriott Spa Ebn Sina Medical 800-2288 4494-8801 Four Seasons Spa 4494-8844 Frank Provost Glow American Salon, Salwa Rd. 4468-9945 West Bay 4411-7652 4483-9100 GoodLife Chemist City Center 4495-3876 The Pearl Guerlain Alfardan Spa 4420-8660 Habibs Hair and Beauty Salon 4413-0672 4492-1555 Heavenly Spa La Cigale - Ozone Spa 4428-8888 4451-7590 Medical Spa Villaggio Patrice Salon 4485-4012 Pure Spa 4424-7327 Ritz-Carlton Spa 4484-8173 Saray Spa 4419-5517 Six Senses Spa 4425-6999 Snips Salon 4408-4083

REAL ESTATE Ahmed Hassan Bilal 4442-8877 Trad. & Cont. Co. www.ahbqatar.com INTERIOR Forum Design 4456-8716 RESTAURANTS Chowking Salwa Road 4437-1212 Chowking Al Khor 4411-8817 4486-6077 Chowking Dar Al Salam Mall Chowking Holiday Villa 4411-5225 Harry Ramsden's World Famous Fish & Chips 4468-3231 FOOD SERVICE 4442 8877 German Bakery Company Coffee Planet 4442 8877 PUBLICATIONS ABODE/QH Magazines 4427-8416

TOURISM / TRAVEL Alpha Tours Ambassador Travel Arabian Adventures Cleopatra Travel Continental Tourism Darwish Travel World Wide Destination Fanar Travels Fox Transport Gulf Adventures Mosafer Travels Mowasalat Karwa Taxi Qatar Airways Holidays Qatar International Adventures Qatar International Tours Qatar Tourism & Exhibitions Authority Regency Travel & Tour Tourist Travel Bureau Victoria Car Rental

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HOSPITALS / EMERGENCY AMBULANCE, POLICE & FIRE DEPARTMENT

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DOHA CLINIC HOSPITAL 4438-4333 EMERGENCY HOTLINE 4435-5999 AL AHLI HOSPITAL 4489-8000 HAMAD GENERAL HOSPITAL 4439-2222

RUMAILAH HOSPITAL PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY QATAR FOUNDATION FOR CHILD & WOMAN PROTECTION HOTLINE

4439-3333 4439-2948 4466-6671

SHOPPING Alfardan Jewellery 4440-8408 City Center Doha 4483-0582 Hyatt Plaza 4469-4848 4487-5222 Landmark Mall Lagoona Mall 4433-5555 Salam 4448-5555 Villaggio 4413-5222 Virgin Megastore Villaggio 4413-5823 Landmark 4418-2245

EMBASSIES American Embassy Bahraini Embassy Brazilian Embassy British Embassy Canadian Embassy Chinese Embassy Egyptian Embassy French Embassy German Embassy Greek Embassy Indian Embassy Italian Embassy Japanese Embassy Jordanian Embassy Korean Embassy Kuwaiti Embassy Lebanese Embassy Nepalese Embassy Philippine Embassy Polish Embassy Russian Embassy Saudi Arabian Embassy South African Embassy Spanish Embassy Sri Lankan Embassy Turkish Embassy U.A.E. Embassy

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