Qatar Happening - September 2010

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SEPTEMBER CONTENTS SPOTLIGHT ON...

REASONS TO FLY

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ENTERTAINMENT 16 Sweet Vibrations ARTS & CULTURE 22 Unseen Treasures

Eid Getaways

Take a break in your own backyard this summer.

COMMUNITY 26 You Go Into The Woods Today...

KNOWLEDGE 30 An Ode to the iPad FOOD 34 Around the World in 8 Bites 38 Latinos

QH STUFF 6 8 10 12

THE CHAIRMAN’S WORDS QH TEAM SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS QH RECOMMENDS

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SPORTS 56 Bicycle, Bicycle, Bicycle...

I Want to Ride My Bicycle

VIRGIN RECOMMENDS IT HAPPENED PHONE DIRECTORY COLOUR SCOPE

HAPPENING HOTLISTS 18 24 28 32 40 58

60 EVENT LISTINGS SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT

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3Sw6eet Vibrations

QH SENSATIONS LIVE

It’s Raining Bliss

QH SENSATIONS EXPERIENCE

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Reasons to Fly

Some of our picks for Eid getaways

ENTERTAINMENT ARTS & CULTURE COMMUNITY KNOWLEDGE FOOD SPORTS

LIVE

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It’s Raining Bliss

Let Angsana Spa shower you with comfort and relaxation

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THE CHAIRMAN’S WORDS

Publisher: The Art of Business Chairman: Ahmed Hassan Bilal Editor-in-Chief: Nasser Ahmed Hassan Bilal Editor: Jessica Davey-Quantick Copy Editors: Vanessa Gaudet, Lindsey Hunnewell Contributors: Reg Barry, Jemina Legaspi, Cecilia Leigh, Moona Masri-Whitice, Jay Panganiban, Allen Smithee, Carryn Todd, Brian Wesolowski Director of Marketing Communications: Moona Masri-Whitice Art & Photography Director: Jorell Legaspi Graphic Designer: Paolo Kurtis Tan Webmaster & Communications Associate: Jay Panganiban Distribution & Accounts: Lanie Fillo-Pana Distribution Assistants: Jaya Gautam Printing Press: Al Raya Commercial Press

Ramadan draws to a close shortly, and with it we reflect on the many celebratory happenings that have passed, and those to come.

Venues around the city celebrated in style – our It Happened section highlights some of the best and brightest events to celebrate the holy month this year. As people begin to plan their Eid holidays, we bring you our mini-city guides to three of our favorite quick getaways in our Reason’s to Fly Special section this month as well.

Have Your Say: Feedback and comments are always welcome.

Please forward letters to the editor: Email: editor@qatarhappening.com info@qatarhappening.com Contact Details: Inquiries: 8416 4427 974+ Marketing: 5046 5556 974+ Fax: 8415 4427 974+ Postal Address: P.O. Box 7848 , Doha, Qatar

Our staff also traveled to Turkey with Al Mana Fashion Group to attend Mango’s exclusive Fall/Winter fashion show, ready to hit the shelves this fall and get you back to work and school in style.

In our Sports section, we found out all about the Qatar Cycling Club. We also caught up with the Communications Director for the 2022 FIFA bid, available exclusively on our website. Log on to www.qatarhappening.com to find out what’s happening with one of Qatar’s biggest sports bids, and the countries efforts to host the 2022 World Cup. And while new and exciting things, like the bid, are always at the forefront of our minds, we set out on a journey around the world to bring you our top picks of old standby Doha eateries, with food from around the globe, in our food section. We also got a special preview of the new South American restaurant at the Sheraton, Latino’s, due to open after Eid. Welcome back, and Eid Mubarak from all of us here at QH!

Ahmed Hassan Bilal Chairman

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ON THE COVER A traditional dancer whirls and twirls at the Ritz-Carlton Ramadan Tent

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Photo: Jorell Legaspi

QH TEAM Moona

Marketing Manager/ Contributor

Jessica Editor

Paolo

Graphic Designer

Ramadan Kareem from all of us at QH!

Jay

Webmaster & Communications Associate

Jaya

Distribution

Lanie

Distribution & Accounts

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R E B SEPTEM HIGHLIGHTS MONDAY

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Unseen Treasures Summer Show 2010 Treasure Trails Until Ramadan Museum of Islamic Arts

1 Iftar at Al Qasr Ballroom Grand Regency

Ramadan Treats La Cigale

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Visiting Lecturer Roxana Saberi

Chavelo Trio Mondays to Saturdays Ritz-Carlton Doha. 8:00 p.m.

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Grand Hyatt Doha

Quiz Night

Shehrazad, Ramada Plaza 8:00 p.m.

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Qatar Stars League: Al Sadd vs. Al Rayyan Al Sadd Stadium. 6:00 p.m.

Curry Night Mรถvenpick Tower and Suites

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Brazilian Food Festival until the 30th Doha Marriott

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East-West Fusion Grand Hyatt

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THURSDAY

FRIDAY QAWS Dog Walk QAWS Shelter. 4:30 p.m.

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Summer Collection Part 3 Until the 15th Al Markhiya Gallery

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Café del Mar

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9 5th Gulf Sailing Trophy Doha Sailing Club

17 Road Racing Championships

18 Afternoon Tea

Four Seasons Doha. 3:00 p.m.

Fri 24th – Sat 25th Losail International Circuit

23 DJ Sonique Live Qube. 8:00 p.m.

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QH RECOMMENDS

We’re back with a bang of resounding randomness this month!

Jane Austen gets Awesome When we first picked up ‘Pride and Prejudice and Zombies’ we thought we were going to snore our way through yet another tale of proper values, fancy dresses, and delightfully romantic misunderstandings around every corner. Then we realized this is the Bennet sisters, and Mr. Darcy, only with Zombies. And Ninjas. Ninja’s fighting Zombies (head spins off at the ridiculous awesomness that entails). The book follows the the original exactly... If the original included ‘the unmentionables’, a race of undead who’ve plagued the world for decades and leave all proper young ladies, included the Bennet sisters, to be schooled in the ‘deadly arts’. Extra points for when Mr Darcy finally, after hundreds of years, gets a good roundhouse kick to the face! Check it out at amazon.com

Our Feets Too Big We have big feet. At least some of us over at QH do. And that’s a problem when it comes to finding shoes in Doha. Which is how we stumbled upon our latest sartorial obsession, www. shoesofprey.com. This is so much more than just an online shoe store: they (wait for it) let you (OMG we just can’t handle this) design (greatest. Thing. Ever.) your own shoes! They’ve got a variety of templates, for heel height and width, toe shape, as well as trims, and a vast collection of leathers and fabrics in all sorts of rainbrowbrite colours to select from. After which they make them for you, and mail them to you! And best of all, they’ll keep adjusting them until they fit perfectly, then keep all your measurements on record- meaning custom designed, perfectly fitted shoes. Excuse us while we swoon.

Play that funky music, white girl

Xtra-awesome Xtranormal.com has helped us get through the summer months with panache (and cartoon teddy bears). A text-to-movie site, you write a script and it instantly animates it for you! You can choose characters, backgrounds, voices, and even shot angles – although only the default settings are free. We’re pretty sure it’s the same evil mental voice that made us put Led Zeppelin tapes in our Teddy Ruxpin that makes us write completely ridiculous scripts, but regardless, it’s one piece of technology we can get behind (we’re onto you Jobs, with your iPod and your iPad and your clear schemes for world domination).

Check it out at www.xtranormal.com.

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Orianthi recently popped up in our youtube trolling, but has become a firm part of the rotation. At only 25, this Australian rock goddess has already been Michael Jackson’s lead guitarist for his This is Hot Piece of the Week It concert series, jammed with Santana, When it comes to awful gossip blogs, Micheal K owns our souls. played with Prince, and in general rocked the guitar world (we’ll forgive her that Perez? Please. Micheal K, the twisted mind behind the fabulously appearance on Adam Lambert’s ‘album’). profane dlisted makes him look as edgy as a baby lamb whose Her song ‘According to You’ proves that parents didn’t have cable. Micheal K is like a magical unicorn not only can she strum a mean six string, come down to earth to coat us in shimmery glittery wisdom (and but she can write and sing- no electronic profanity). No awkward MS Paint graphics required. For full on trickery required! Musicians that actually dirt, with a helping of sarcastic humor and the best nicknaming can play their instruments: golden. Check machine in the blogosphere, nothing beats our beloved Dlisted. her out on Youtube.

Check it out at www.dlisted.com.

Can’t get enough of the cray-cray that lurks in our minds?

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter.

QH RECOMMENDS

We’re drizzling the awesome sauce over things we love this month!

Count Down...

Outlets Ahoy!

We cannot wait for the arrival of a new spa opening at the Beverly Hill Towers next month! With exclusive products, a unique world class environment, and general excellence, it’s going to shake up the spa scene in Doha and for that we are like children chugging pixie stixs on Christmas Eve! Check us out next month for a full review when they open their doors!

Could someone please send us one of the Eid baskets from Fauchon? Jam packed with goodness only found at Fauchon, from nuts, jams, coffee and teas to biscuits, cookies and chocolates, it’s an easy yet impressive Eid gift. The small basket is on offer for the special price of QR 590, while the V VIP clients can get the large Fauchon Basket with an assortment of Fauchon groceries for QR 1,650.

A Toque by any other name... ... still rocks our world. And the runway, when we got to attend the Mango Fall/Winter fashion show! This year featured a vast selection of hats and toques (known by non-canucks as a ski-cap), all in gorgeous knits and ribbed fabrics. And we’re hoping some global warming comes our way and makes it cool enough to sport them in Doha this winter, otherwise we are just turning down our ACs and pretending it’s snowing in our offices. On our awesome hats.

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SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT

By Cecilia Leigh

DJ Sonique is back at the Qube, at Ramada Plaza on September 30th! We caught up with her to find out what it takes to rock the house.

One of the UK’s finest exports, DJ and Vocalist Sonique has warmed Doha’s shores once before. Originally with ‘S Express’, she’s worked with Tim Simenon before coming into her own as a DJ. Now, she combines power-house vocals with club beats, performing all over the world and topping the charts with ‘I Put a Spell on You’ and ‘It Feels So Good’, and receiving a Brit Award for Best British Female Solo Artist in 2001. With a new record deal and her new album, Sweet Vibrations, making us happy, we’re eager to see what she has in store for Doha!

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SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT

QH: How did you get started?

S: I dreamed of being the world’s best pentathlete.

Trained every single day. I guess I was pretty obsessed.

But at the age of 15 I came second in a race and wasn’t used to losing so decided to do something else. At the age of 17 a youth worker told me I had a good voice so I put together a reggae band called Fari and immediately found myself writing songs for the band.

After the band disbanded in 1985 I released the single “Let Me Hold You” and suppose you could say the rest is history.

QH: What’s it like to perform? What’s going through your mind while you do it?

S: I love to perform, sing my heart out, play good music, and give the people who come to see me the best show I possibly can.

QH: What’s it like performing in Doha?

S: The people in Doha are very warm and friendly. Oh and the food is great!

I perform as well as I can in Doha, if not better, because I always get such a good reception in Qatar and I am so well looked after here.

QH: What keeps you motivated?

S: The warm reception I always receive when I am DJ’ing or performing on stage, the garden at my home in the British Hertfordshire countryside and my two dogs.

QH: What’s next for you – any big plans for the future?

For mo re informa tion on the e includin vent, g ticke t price, c h our Ente eck out rtainme nt Hotlist!

S: Recently I’ve been in the studio writing a new album called “Sweet Vibrations”. I’ve currently got a single out in Russia called “World Of Change”.

And the past few months I’ve been working with UK DJ Paul Morrell on a new single “Only You” which will be out very soon - you can see the video on You Tube.

QH: You’re performing right after Ramadan – does that affect you?

S: Not at all. I’m just hoping that the Qatari people will be up for a real party on Thursday 30th September!

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ENTERTAINMENT

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DJ Sonique Live Thurs 30th: Qube, Ramada Plaza. Come and see one of the

UK’s finest exports when DJ and Vocalist ‘Sonique’ returns to Qube!

With a long history of performing across the globe, Sonique has a varied history from being a vocalist with the original line up of ‘S Express’ and working with Tim Simenon (Bomb the Bass), before hitting her own stride with her DJ’ing and mixed vocal skills.

Members only. Ticket prices: QR 80 and QR 150. For more information, call 4428-1555.

Chavelo Trio Mondays to Saturdays: Ritz-Carlton Doha. Live up the night life with the hot

music from an international Colombian Band. Free entrance. From 8:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. Starts 12th September onwards.

For more information, call 4484-8000.

Summer Fun Park July 7th – Tues 14th: Doha Exhibition Centre.

Enjoy the summer with family and friends! Drop by the newly opened fun-filled park for kids and kids-at-heart! From 6:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m. enjoy a wide array of performances like plays, clown, carnival and contests most of which are interactive for children to enjoy. Visit the 70 shops that feature Ready-to-wear clothes, toys, perfumes, jewellery, and home decor from different countries. Check out www.qatarhappening.com for the schedules.

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Eid at Paloma During Eid: InterContinental Doha. It’s time to party again! Ladies Night on the first 2 days of Eid! Ladies get unlimited free drinks after 10:00 p.m. and all airline crew are invited on the 3rd night for a Crew Night with unlimited free drinks from 10:00 p.m. DJ Shadi will play the best house mix, RnB and Hip Hop. For more information, call 4484-4444

VIRGIN RECOMMENDS

Here’s how you can find out what’s hot: QH brings you the top selections from Virgin Megastore this month. And watch for the QH heart in stores!

Winner Stands Alone by Paulo Coelho Igor Malev is handsome, wealthy and definitely personable but there’s something he can’t get his mind off, his ex-wife Ewa. She left him for a successful fashion designer and it’s something Igor can’t get over. He travels to the Cannes International Film Festival where Ewa and her new lover will be appearing with the fierce intention of winning her back. But this won’t be a romantic encounter, he has promised to destroy anything, even worlds, in his way just to get Ewa. As the story of their love unfolds, conflicts emerge and morality is derailed.

Mother Without A Mask by Patricia Holton

Shantaram

by Gregory David Roberts

A man arrives in Bombay with a fake passport in the name of Lindsay Ford.

He meets a local who befriends him and takes him to a native village.

Lindsay is soon christened Shantaram, meaning “Man of God’s Peace”. He soon is robbed and forced to live in the slums and battle cholera and even firestorms. Later on, he is recruited by the Mumbai underworld for various criminal operations which included drugs, weapons, currency exchange and passport forgery. Lindsay has an epiphany when his mentor dies.

Now he must fight for what is right and start building an honest life.

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Twenty years ago, Najwa was an upper-class Westernized Sudanese studying at a university in Khartoum. She had dreams of marrying well and raising a family of her own. But her world turned upsidedown when a coup forces Najwa and her whole family into political exile in London. She finds herself orphaned and her twin brother in jail on a drug charge. As she cleans houses for rich families in the city with her hijab and down-turned gaze, Najwa finds solace and companionship within the Muslim community.

The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks At seventeen, Veronica “Ronnie” Miller’s life was shaken when her parents decided to get a divorce with her father deciding to move from New York to Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Three years have passed and Ronnie is still angry and alienated from her parents. Her mother then decides for Ronnie to spend summers with her father in North Carolina. Her father exhausts all efforts to reach out but it ends up with Ronnie threatening to go back to New York before the season ends. But as Ronnie meets Will, she starts falling in love and opening herself to the greatest happiness and pain she has ever known.

The Girl Who Kicked The Hornets’ Nest by Stieg Larsson In the third novel of the Millennium trilogy, 2 individuals are taken into a hospital in Gothenburg- Lisbeth Salander for having a bullet shot in her head and Alexander Zalachenko who Lisbeth tried to attack with an axe. Now Lisbeth has to escape the intensive care unit, exact her revenge on the government which nearly destroyed her life and clear her name from charges of murder. In order for her to do so, she must work with journalist Mikael Blomkvist who is writing an exposé that will shake the Swedish government, the secret service and the whole country.

SPOTLIGHT ON ARTS & CULTURE

The Museum of Islamic Art welcomed new permanent galleries this Ramadan, and we peak inside to see what treasures they’ve uncovered!

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SPOTLIGHT ON ARTS & CULTURE

What abo the Childreut n?

Alongside the new e xhibition, a “treasure trail” will b e organize for childre d n between the ages o 6 and 16 y f ears, with a chance participan for ts to win va luable priz In addition es. , MIA Bloomsbury has commissioned Qatar Fou ndation Publishing to produc e a specia book, whic l h describe s “Unseen Tr easures” in detail.

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QH person al favorite was a sma and delica ll te perfume bottle with a jad e horse design.

“Unseen Treasures is a unique addition to the current objects on display in the permanent galleries in the Museum of Islamic Art. We aim to continuously reinvigorate our galleries to increase the community’s awareness of the diversity of Islamic art throughout history. During Ramadan, all community members are welcome to explore these new precious objects and we look forward to children participating in our treasure trails.”

Aisha al-Khater, Deputy Director of The Museum of Islamic Art

When can I go?

The opening timings for the Museum of Islamic Art during Ramadan are as follows: Sunday to Wednesday: 10am -2pm Tuesday: closed Thursday: 10am – 2pm and 8pm-11pm Friday: closed and Saturday: 10am-2pm and 8pm-11pm.

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ARTS & CULTURE

HOTLIST

Unseen Treasures Summer Show 2010 During Ramadan: Musuem of Islamic Art. Visit the museum during the month of Ramadan to explore the never seen before treasures. Children between the ages of 6-16 years are invited to participate in the treasure trails, which will lead them to unseen treasures, where there is a chance to win a prize. Check out www.qatarhappening.com for the schedule and timings.

Summer Collection Part 3 Aug 30th – Wed 15th: Al Markhiya Gallery. The final

installment of the summer group art exhibition feature the work of over 24 contemporary Arab artists including Aisha Al Misned, Asma Al Mannai, Ali Hassan, Hala Al Khalifa, Salim Mathkour and many more. Admission is free. During the month of Ramadan gallery hours will be from 7:00 p.m till midnight, 7 days a week. For more information, please call 442-8007 or 600-875 or visit www.almarkhiyagallery.com and check in for the latest on twitter and facebook updates.

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East-West Fusion Tues 28th – Oct 18th: Grand Hyatt Doha. An exhibition showcasing paintings and unique carpets by renowned German artist Thomas Schindler. Thomas belongs to an important painterly movement in Berlin, which set itself the aim to renew figuration with metaphorical imagery, as represented in the past by artists like Giorgio de Chirico, the neoclassical Picasso, the Flemish Permeke, as well as the Expressionist German movement of the first decade of the 20th century and German Neue Sachlichkeit of the thirties.

For any other information, please call 4448-1234.

SPOTLIGHT ON COMMUNITY

By Jessica Davey-Quantick

You might run into Ted Bear, the Qatar Animal Welfare Society’s mascot, who recently took his cuddliness up Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money for the animal shelter!

Ted Bear had to be smuggled on board the plane to Kenya.

“Give him some sandwiches and he can sit in my backpack,” said Carl Roberts, Ted’s escort. “Ted Bear has decided that he’s going to eat lots.

He’s going to be as fat as possible so he’s not going to get cold, and then I’ve got to lug his sorry ass up the hill. He’s doing a great job raising lots of money. He’s probably got twice as many friends on Facebook as I have!”

Besides packing loads of honey and sandwiches (and possibly marmalade) for Ted, Roberts has also been training extensively for the trip.

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“I’ve been climbing staircases. My building is eight stories tall, and I’ve worked my way up to climbing up and down the staircase 25 times. That takes about two hours, and it’s 200 stories. It’s going to take six days to climb Kilimanjaro,” he said. “We start off in a rainforest with armed game wardens walking with us, watching out for the wild animals and we end up on the top of the mountain at -35, below freezing. It’s quite daunting but it’s really really exciting as well.”

Ted’s fairly new on the social scene, but his Paddington-esq charm has made him a star.

“We had a function earlier in the year, and we had Ted Bear made specifically for QAWS, so he wears a QAWS

jumper. He was auctioned off that night at for abandoned animals needs money, and the function, he went down really well. So lots of it, to keep its doors open. just recently we thought it would be funny to have him go out and about around Doha. “This place is expensive. They had the fire And he’s created quite a stir”” said Janet last year, which is devastating and that right Berry, founder of QAWS. “Ted Bear went there cost QR 130,000. The money’s got to out with the CEO of Vodaphone and did the come from somewhere, and any bit that can volunteer day. He’s been down at the Travel help in the considerable running costs of Agent’s sorting out his trip.” this place. Look around you! This is reason enough. We’ve got to help these guys,” said He’s also helped with the construction of Roberts. I don’t know. I’ve always been an the new portions of the shelter extensively. animal person. You can’t kind of just let them rot. You’ve got to look after them.”

“It’s just one of those things that appeals to people. He gets emails every day, questions In addition to helping raise money for about animal rescue, it just seems to have QAWS, Roberts also brings along dogs on his weekly runs, helping them get the captured imaginations,” said Berry. exercise they may miss out on without forever homes.

Which he did even as he trekked up Kilimanjaro, one of the most stunning natural venues in the world, acting as ‘wing Before he set off on his grand adventure to bear’ for fellow travelers, and being very Darkest Africa, Ted and Roberts had raised around QR 5,000 for the shelter. Which popular with everyone he met. is good – they recently completed a new “He’s just being cute, it’s been very very well indoor run of 40 dog kennels, and are in received. He’s actually making more money need of another. than I am,” said Roberts.

“We’ve built a proper 40 indoor kennels.

And that’s important. After the fire last year We had to, because of the summer and that devastated the site, Qatar’s only haven having so many dogs. The next stage is to

put outdoor runs on these kennels so in the winter they’ve got an indoor outdoor facility.

We need another 40 – we need another one of those blocks.,” said Berry.

Ted has taken a lot onto his furry shoulders.

“He’s more popular than me!” said Roberts.

“He’s a brilliant public face. He works very hard. He’s created this persona in his own right.”

Since his return, he’s eager to travel moreand Berry says they’re going to help him out.

“He is prepared to go other places to raise money. We want to try to do Take Ted Bear to Work with you for a few days, and he can come into the office for a few days and just go around with his donation pot. We’re going to have him in supermarkets, because we want to try to get the supermarkets to have a bin that maybe you can drop a can of food into when you’re shopping,” said Berry.

“This is his debut with Carl – when he comes back we hopefully will have quite an active calendar for him,” she said.

Ted spends a lot of time on Facebook! Add him there to donate and get the most up to date information on his adventures.

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COMMUNITY

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Doha Tribeca Film Festival – Call Out for Volunteers Last year’s Doha Tribeca Film Festival could not happen without the dedication and hard work of volunteers. And now that it’s 2010, the DTFF team is calling out to those who are willing to join! Starting August 15th, go to Doha Film Institute’s website and register! You will need to register first to be considered to be a DTFF volunteer. As soon as you have registered online, the team will get back to you with all the important details for your upcoming experience as a volunteer with DTFF 2010. For more information, visit www.dohafilminstitute.com

Afternoon Tea at the Four Seasons Sat 25th: Four Seasons Doha.

Join Doha Mums for a scrumptious tea from 3:00 p.m. till 5:30 p.m. The Afternoon Tea menu includes a delicious assortment of savoury, sweet, fruit and sandwich selections plus tea and coffee.

RSVP is essential. For further details please visit www.dohamums.com or email events@dohamums.com

QAWS Dog Walk Fri 3rd: QAWS Shelter. To mark the one year anniversary of the devastating fire that destroyed the QAWS shelter, please join the team for an afternoon sponsored dog walk followed by a BBQ. Walkers are asked to arrive by 4:30 p.m. so dogs can be allocated.

Dogs and puppies are available for all ages & confidence levels. Everyone is welcome to come along, walkers are asked to gather sponsorship to help raise money for QAWS. Location map and directions can be found on QAWS’s website.

Sponsorship forms can be found on QAWS’s Facebook page or by emailing contact@qaws.org

DCO Auditions Thurs 23rd: American School of Doha. The Doha Community Orchestra

is holding auditions for all orchestral instruments. For more information email dohaorchestra@gmail.com or call 5521-2257 28

Souq Najd - Salwa Road I P.O Box 2044 l Doha, State of Qatar l Tel: + 974 432 4888 l www.fauchon.com 29

SPOTLIGHT ON KNOWLEDGE

By Brian Wesolowski

In general, Steve Jobs scares us. But Brian Wesolowski, Publications Manager with ictQatar and the mind behind the Digital Qatar blog, gives QH the full scoop on why Apple’s latest toy, the iPad, has stolen his heart.

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ince its April release, more than 5 million iPads have been sold worldwide. Certainly there have been a fair share of them sold here in Qatar (or purchased for much less in another county and brought here), so I thought I might take a moment to reflect on why I am loving my iPad, how people are using it and find out what you love about yours.

First, some research. A recent post on Mashable highlighted the findings of Resolve Market Research on how people are using the iPad and its impact on other technology devices. As most predicted, iPad is a potential killer for e-readers. Of those surveyed, 49% said they would not purchase an e-reader after buying the iPad. The next device least likely to be purchased after owning an iPad was any gaming device, which is a bit surprising.

The study showed that most people still see the iPad as an expensive toy (55%) as opposed to a breakthrough 30

technology (33%), but for a large number of those surveyed (37%) the iPad is their first Apple product. This means it is not just Apple junkies buying the iPad: it has great potential to bring new people to the Apple world.

One of those new users is my mom. She is actually new to a lot of things. Through the iPad she sent her first email, from her first ever email address. She said she is using the iPad mostly for e-Books, but she has also taken to downloading music, and is now also staying in touch with her kids. She’s not alone; it seems that people in her age bracket (45+) are the second round of adopters for the iPad (after the young professionals) and they are finding it easy to use and accessible.

So what do I love about my iPad? Right now I find myself primarily using it as an e-reader. There is certainly a shortage of book options in Qatar, so being able to tap into the online stores for a wide range of titles is fantastic. I am also downloading a lot of movies and TV shows to it for my upcoming trip to OSCON in

the US. It’s a long trip, and the screen size really makes viewing videos enjoyable. And because of the iPad, I may not even take my laptop on this trip – I can do just about everything I need to through the iPad, including posting to Digital Qatar, although I am still getting used to typing on it (and make plenty of mistakes!). I am also among those using it for gaming, although not necessarily the high-tech games – I am a big Scrabble fan!

I tend to think the iPad is a bit more than just an expensive toy, but it probably does not qualify as a breakthrough either. It certainly seems to fill a gap though, making digital content available, and more importantly, easily accessible, to a wider range of people. I doubt that my mom would have set up an email address if it wasn’t so easy to access through the iPad. The cost still remains a bit high in my opinion for mass adoption, but it is certainly less expensive than many laptops and does much more than any e-reader currently on the market. I definitely expect the iPad to stick around and grow in popularity, and ways it can be used.

So what do you think about your iPad? Yes, tell me why you love it!

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Towertech 2010 Mon 20th – Thurs 23rd: Doha Exhibition Center. Not just an exhibition, Towertech is a

forum to inspire and develop the tower building technologies sector in the Middle East & the gulf region, where exhibitors are expected to sign mega contracts out of consistent and reliable marketplace opportunities. For more information, visit www.towertech-qatar.net

Visiting Lecturer Roxana Saberi Sun 19th: Grand Hyatt Doha.

Northwestern University in Qatar hosts Roxana Saberi. As a freelance journalist in Tehran, Ms. Saberi was abducted in January of 2009 and placed in solitary confinement in Iran’s most notorious prison. She was falsely accused and convicted which resulted in an 8-year prison sentence. Ms. Saberi presents a riveting account of her ordeal, as well as insight into Iranian society and the events unfolding in Iran today. She also talks about the inspiration she gained from her fellow political prisoners and the lessons about life and faith that gave her the strength to deal with her mental and physical imprisonment.

Reception to follow. Open to the public.

Visit www.qatar.northwestern.edu for more details.Emailevents@qatar.northwestern.edu for reservations.

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Humanisation of Cities of Tomorrow Summit Mon 20th – Tues 21st: Grand Hyatt Doha. The summit is going to

hosts boutique exhibition space featuring dedicated industry-specific pavilions for your company to showcase its leading products and services, which demonstrate your commitment to building sustainable cities of the future. For more information, visit www.citiesoftomorrow-me.com

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With the end of Ramadan, it’s time to get out and explore the dining possibilities in Doha! And as much as we love the new and exciting, there are some old favorites that keep us coming back and cleaning our plates. We’ve traveled the globe through the streets of Doha, and brought you our top dining picks with food from all over the world!

North America Mexico J.W’s Steakhouse Paloma’s You can’t get more American (or Canadian for that matter) than a good hunk of meat. Which is why we’re completely in love with J.W.’s Steakhouse at the Doha Marriott. Opened a year ago, it first seduced us with its vast array of sides, and a year later, it’s still finger licking good. From the first moment you sit down, in roomy leather armchairs and are presented with a flowerpot of homemade herb bread, you know you’re in for some home cooking of the best sort. It’s an old school restaurant, straight out of 1974, with it’s leather and wood and table side service, but that’s just part of it’s charm. My dining buddy made some very odd faces as he tucked into the steak house salad with fried onions and beef strips, claiming it made him tingle in all the right places (and this is not a guy who’s usually excited by lettuce). But what really sets this place apart is the sides- served family style, they make the onion ring classy. Not to mention the garlic mash potatoes and the creamed spinach- which is the only way I will eat any vegetable that’s been creamed. This is the spot for a classy night out where you will leave bursting, and won’t have to worry about which fork to use. For more information, call 4429-8888.

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We couldn’t leave that side of the ocean without a stop down Mexico way. Paloma’s at the InterContinental has long been a Doha hot spot, with its mix of bar fun and Tex-Mex cuisine. For this adventure, I dragged along a Texan and a Mexican, to see how they measured up. With literal mountains of frozen margaritas to wash it down, Paloma’s has got the cheese drenched deep fried goodness covered. This is not a place to be on a diet, as their nachos come smothered in beef, cheese and beans, their stuffed jalapeños are bursting with mild cheese, and they do things with potato skins that would make Richard Simmons weep (or induce meat sweats). If you can make it through to the mains, they don’t disappoint either: their fajitas are a Thursday night tradition, as is yelling over their band while you dine. Most people, according to our friendly waiter, never make it to dessert but you should attempt to leave some room: one dessert involving sweet potatoes and chocolate ice cream, while strange sounding, is actually a delightful bit of spicy yum, with an almost brownie layer at the bottom. The verdict? They can chimmy our changa anytime. For more information, call 4484-4444.

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France Maison Du Caviar

China Chopsticks We’re picky about our Chinese food.

Half the QH team are devotes of the truly authentic, while the other half longs for chicken balls that look like deep fried golf balls, in an electric orange sauce, the kind of Americanized-Chinese that is actually better congealed out of the fridge the next day. So the stakes were high when we visited Chopsticks at the Grand Regency, and they did not disappoint! Often forgotten in the Doha landscape, as they are a dry venue, the Grand Regency is the little hotel that could, offering up succulent noodles and really delectable sweet and sour chicken with authenticity and panache. While they hit those high notes of truly Chinese dishes, they also cater to those of us who can’t quite get the hang of chopsticks. Served family style, and with reasonable prices, Chopsticks has added itself to our list of school-night locales for dinners out with friends! For more information, call 4434-3333.

The Maison du Caviar stole our hearts last year when they opened their doors at the W, and they continue to rock our gastronomical world. With curved benches and a loop-the-loop layout, they’re ideal for intimate dinners or quiet evenings with friends, although we like it so much it has hosted one QH staffers birthday party in the past.

This was the place that introduced us to fois gras and made us it’s fatty supplicant. The fois gras melts in your mouth and makes you want to forget exactly how it came to be. As well, the Margret of Duck is one of the greatest things to ever be in our collective mouth- you just have to get out of the chef’s way and let him serve it pink, where it will melt it’s way into your heart. We’re big fans of the Chocolate Fondant as well, which, even a year and many restaurant reviews later, continues to be in our Top 5 desserts in Doha. For more information, call 4453-5353.

Japan Sakura There is no dirth of Japanese in Doha.

Not so long ago, some of us over here at QH refused to eat it, being more than a little skeezed out by the idea of raw fish. Now, however, it’s our go-to dinner out, as even if you’re watching what you eat, there is no possible way you can overindulge in sushi. And one of our favorites has to be Sakura at Ramada Plaza. With a menu that includes sushi but also teppanyaki, Japanese barbecue done right in front of you, for those who are still squeamish about sashimi, it makes our wasabi-loving hearts go pitter pat. With chefs frying and rolling right in front of you, not to mention juggling eggs and creating shots of flame as they prepare your meat in front of you, it’s dinner theatre, heavy on the theatre. The sushi is light and fresh, with just the right mixture of traditional rolls and more experimental flavors. We are especially addicted to the spicy salmon rolls, which could be sent over to our office any lunch hour with no problems at all (hint hint). For more information, call 4441-7417.

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Italy Porcini’s Doha is awash in Italian food, from the classy to the Chef Boyardee. But we were especially tickled by Porcini’s, at the Ritz Carleton. With the arrival of their new Italian chef last month, they got a jolt of new energy and wacky experimentation that makes us go mmmmmm (seriously, he sent over a green tea ice cream experiment that was possibly one of the best things We’ve ever licked off a spoon). With risotto storming the foodie bastions of late, Porcini’s does it correctly, with asparagus and smoked fois gras, smoked in house. The buffalo and eggplant ravioli also tickled our fancy, but what really got us with the classy and intimate atmosphere. Right down to a stand brought over for our handbags, Porcini’s has captured that elegant Audrey-Hepburn-In-RomanHoliday Italian essence to a T. For more information, call 4484-8000.

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Middle East Al Mourjan Thailand Thai Snacks When it comes to Thai, nothing beats the indomitable Thai Snacks, in Nasr street, near Doha Clinic.

Tucked away, it’s an explosion of plastic and Christmas lights, with a men’s-only massage parlor off to one side. Possibly the only truly cheap-and-cheerful location in Doha, it’s not much to look at but then, oh then, the food arrives. With steaming dumplings mounded in individual boxes and curries so hot your face will drip sweat, it’s a must for any culinary journey across the city. The range of spiciness runs from mild to does-not-want-to-be-eaten, and is as close to authentic street food as you’ll find in Doha. And with eat in and take away options, there is a portion of the population who are essentially made up of nothing but vast quantities of Thai noodles, at this point. For more information, call 4436-9704.

You can’t go around the world without staying close to home, and while there are dozens of Middle Eastern restaurants in the city, we bow down to Al Mourjan. Maybe it’s the location, being the only restaurant on the Corniche, right under the Oryx, or maybe it’s their patio, which is almost in the water, or maybe it’s just their sesame paste: whatever it is, we love it! It’s the perfect spot to take new arrivals or visitors, especially at night when you can book a table outside with a gorgeous view of West Bay and the moon. The staff know their stuff too, so it’s a great way to learn a bit more about Lebanese cuisine- ask for the Baby Mezzah, a collection of miniaturized dishes so you can sample at will . Or stick with our favs, the mahummra, tajine and chicken livers!

For more information, call 4483-4423.

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By Allan Smithee

QH got a sneak peak at the newest restaurant set to open at the Sheraton after Eid!

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atinos is out to prove that South American food is so much more than tacos. With an Argentinean chef, they offer a combination of food from the whole continent, none of which come with a side of guacamole.

When we sat down to test-drive some of their munchables this month, I was surprised at how healthy and lacking in deep-fried cheese it was. First up with the Jumbo Prawn and Scallops Cerviche. A mixture of scallops, prawns, onions and habanero chilis, dressed with limejuice, coriander and salt and pepper and served with sweet corn and just a drop of olive oil, it was surprisingly light and refreshing. The tangy zip of the lime combined with the

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With a laid back vibe and a gleeming show kitchen, Latino’s starts serving traditional fare and drinks after Eid.

burn of the peppers made it the culinary equivalent of a cup of tea on a hot day- seems like it shouldn’t make you cooler, but it does!

Next, we got to try the Parrillada, a strip loin steak from Argentina. Called Bife de Chorizo, this one brings home why Argentina is famous for their beef with meaty conviction. Done simply, it’s marinated for four to six hours. But what really lifted our luggage about this is the three special chimichurries, or sauces, that came with it. With three degrees of hotness (mild, zippy and ludicrous), these come on the side so you can try them out in small doses. The mild was a tangy mix of oregano, while the two hotter varieties challenged our taste buds: we really liked the medium, which had a lovely flavor before a subtle burn kicked in at the end. The hottest variety is not for the faint of heart: my dining companion came away with beads of sweat clinging to his moustache. It comes with grilled pineapple as well, which at first may seem insane, but after trying it is completely delightful.

One of the standouts however wasn’t even the main dishes, but the potatoes. They looked like a bowl of perfectly deep fried potatoes wedges, and tasted

like everything I’m not normally allowed to eat lest I gain 300 pounds. However, since they’re baked twice, not fried, like everything else on the menu they’re not terrifically bad for you! With a little drop of the spicy sauce I couldn’t eat just one.

The meal wrapped up with an Argentine style bread pudding. Now, normally, I find Bread Pudding extremely unsettling: it’s something about the texture, half way between a solid and a jelly that just throws me off. But this one was more of a cheesecake consistency, with a delicate sweetness. They use sweet croissants and chocolate chips to make it, and top it with dulce de leche sauce and caramelized bananas- the sharp crunch of the caramel, combined with the liquid sweetness of the bananas made us lick the plate.

All in all, we’re excited for them to open their doors officially! We expect to spend many an evening lurking there, a potato in one hand, a pisco sour in the other.

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Brazilian Food Festival Fri 17th – Thurs 30th: Doha Marriott. Commemorate an important moment in Brazil’s history and celebrate Dia da Independência, Brazil National Day, with mouthwatering specialties from all the regions of the largest South-American country. You will have a carnival of typical dishes such as caruru, feijoada, moqueca capixaba, chouriço, and many more to choose from. Let the chef in Salsa spice up your plate! For more information and reservations, call 4429-8499 or email DineMarriottDoha@marriott.com

Sizzling Summer Fridays and Saturdays: Mövenpick Tower and Suites. The brunch buffet features

dishes from across all continents including the freshest seafood, meats, salads and desserts that will leave you truly spoiled. Indulge yourself while the children are taken care of by the hotel’s caring and attentive team. QR 185 per person. Children between 6 to 12 are half price and those under 6 years are free. From 12:00 noon till 4:00 p.m. For more information, call 4496-6600.

Meat our grills Mondays and Tuesdays: InterContinental Doha. Eat as much

mix grill as you can & discover your Mediterranean limits in Mykonos! Open buffet with fresh cold mezzes and salads complemented with desserts. QR 125 per person. From 6:30 p.m. till 11:00 p.m.

For more information, call 4484-4444.

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Sushi Corner Tuesdays to Sundays: Grand Regency. Exotic Far Eastern dishes

are served with style, in an atmosphere of unsurpassed elegance in this contemporary oriental restaurant with these skillfully prepared Japanese creations an unforgettable taste sensation. For more information, call 4434-3203 or 4434-3333.

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getaways Eid’s here! And with it comes the chance for an impromptu break, a quick getaway, a chance to flee the sand and heat for... well something different! We’ve scoured the globe and picked the brains of our best-traveled friends to come up with our Top Three Easy Eid Getaways, to help you plan that much-needed holiday!

The criteria were simple: all locations had to be under a 6 hour flight from Doha, and they all must have a similar time zone, the better to avoid jet lag, my dear.

So prepare to jet off to...

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Istanbul, Turkey What can we say about this magically city? It’s stolen our hearts and we’re in no hurry to get them back. With an eclectic mix of old and new, Asian, European and Middle Eastern, it’s like nowhere else. Literally at the crossroads of the continents (the city spans both the Asia and Europe sides of the Bosphorus), it’s remarkably easy to get around, and is ideal for solo traveling.

Whether Byzantine, Roman, European or Ottoman, the city once known as Constantinople is one of those places that should be on everyone’s bucket list!

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At the Ritz Carlton. There are hundreds of boutique hotels and hostels in the old city of Sultanahmet, mere feet from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, and a collection of other equally impressive, culturally significant and amazingly old and awesome sites. But if you’re looking for a little more luxury in your stay, you can’t do much better than the Ritz Carlton, located across the Bosphorus on the Asia side. On top of a large hill, it’s a quick walk to the metro, letting you get back into the action at the drop of a lira, but it’s also isolated enough you can relax in Turkish splendor. Try to score a corner suite- with almost 360 degrees of gorgeous happening outside your window, you’ll be tempted not to leave!

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Turkish delight in the Spice Market. The quintessential dessert, we’ve been intrigued by it since we read the Chronicles of Narnia as a child where it got a shout out in the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

It comes in a vast variety of flavours, and there is no better way to try them all then a wander through the Spice Market, where vendors will offer you plate after plate of gelatinous wonder (possibly while calling you ‘princess’, which we have to say, completely made our day). Make sure to wash it down with some traditional Turkish tea, served in small glass cups, a sure antidote to summer heat!

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The Basilica Cistern. The largest of several hundred ancients cisterns beneath the city, it’s literally a hop skip and a jump from Hagia Sophia, but many people still manage to miss it. That’s because most of the cool stuff is deep underground- it was built in the 6th century during the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, and standing near the still-lapping water, you get the feeling it could still function today. Originally used for water filtration, it’s a huge, dark cavern filled with ancient columns, including carved faces of Medusa, mysteriously set one upside down, the other on it’s side.

It was a location for the 1963 James Bond film From Russia with Love, which just makes it all the cooler.

Make sure to bring some bread crumbs for the giant fish that swim around the base of the columns!

Istanbul Checklist The Blue Mosque. beautiful dome, lots of minarets.

Make sure to bring a scarf though, as you’ll be asked to cover your hair before entering!

Hagia Sophia. one of the oldest churches in the world, Sir Richard the Lionheart, as well as Byzantian emperors, were crowned here. Today, the walls are decorated with Christian and Muslim iconography, from when it was a Mosque, and amazing Byzantine mosaics are being uncovered.

Topaki Palace. the perfect place to get a sense of Ottoman Turkey, marvel at the gems and jewels and wander the gardens like you were a courtier or a member of the harem!

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A folding fan. You can pick these up cheaply in the Grand Bazaar, and Turkish women, tourist and local alike, use them as an elegant way to beat the heat.

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Beirut, Lebanon Anyone who’s been in Doha longer than a week gets admonished that ‘they have to go to Lebanon! It’s amazing’. And in this case, it actually is! With a rich and exciting nightlife, a relaxed and mellow day life, it’s the perfect place if you want to brush off the dust of a quiet Ramadan with some excitement!

Don’t miss . . .

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Beirut Checklist:

At the Embassy Hotel. Cheap and cheerful, it’s not luxury that puts this at the top of our list, but locationright in the heart of Hamra, it’s steps from some of the most fascinating locals in Beirut. Once known as the Champs Elyse of the orient, old Hamra Street is today filled with shops, including eclectic vintage spots. It’s also close to the American University of Beirut and Bliss Street, which should indicate how awesome it is, based purely on its name, filled with street vendors. It’s also steps from Regusto, an Armenian restaurant we have on good authority will ruin you for Armenian food for life. Plus, at around $40 a night, you can’t go wrong!

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Somewhere on The Beirut Corniche. With refreshing seaside breezes, you can buy some delicious street food for pennies. Try grilled corn (3arnoos) or beans (fool).

There has been talk about outlawing street vendors in this area, and we definitely come down on the con side- there is nothing better than munching something watching the sun set over the water.

Beirut Central District (Soliderie or Downtown). Have a walk there on an evening right before the sunset so you’d see the area during the day and night. The whole district was renovated to how exactly it was before the civil war. You’d notice the old Beirut architecture.

Nejmeh Square. have dinner over looking the clock tower.

Martyr’s Square. take a picture near the Marty’s statue!

Club BO18. located inside an ex-war bunker, this is the place to dance the night away in true Lebanese fashion! Affordable, with a long queue on the door on weekends. Try to go on Thursdays to catch underground house music.

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To take a communal cab. The shared cab experience is one of those things that just has to be done to be believed. Like a bus in other cities, you can get around for as little as $1- $2, but be sure to agree with the driver on the price before you get in!

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Casablanca, Morocco Ah Morocco. Morocco elicits images of exotic desert and mysterious kasbahs, which we feel it is our duty to rock. In reality it’s so much more. It’s an incredible cultural oasis on the coast of Africa, with a unique culture all its own that has us saying ‘play it again Sam’.

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At the Hotel Central. Like a boutique, historical hotel, it’s like sleeping on a movie set. You can imagine some handsome bar-owner sweeping you off your feet any moment then forcing you on a plane. Plus, with affordable rates and a central location, it’s a hop skip and a jump from the action! The staff too is incredibly helpful- for solo travelers, or people who don’t speak Arabic or French, they provide invaluable guidance and advice, even going so far as to book taxis, restaurant reservations, and make recommendations on sites to see.

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Like a local. With Moroccan food subject to such a diverse range of influences and offering some of the tastiest dishes on the African continent, it would truly be a sin not to sample the traditional Moroccan couscous or mint tea, be it from a roadside vendor or at a 5-star restaurant.

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The sun! With gorgeous weather, it’s home to some very nice beaches. In the summer months, these are busy with families, sun worshippers, and those looking for a bit of relaxation. The beaches of Ain Diab, Bouznika and Agadir are renowned for their golden white sands and warm seawaters.

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All the souvenirs you could want. You can’t go to Morocco without checking out the markets! A taxi ride to New Medina market place (built in 1923) or the famous Habous Quarter will provide excellent shopping opportunities and are a great tourist destination. A day there will give you all the souvenirs that you might want to take home. You can find silver, opal, agate jewelry, leather cushions/pouffes, leather lampshades (make sure it’s good or it will stink up your house), paintings, decorated mirrors, Tagine dishes and ceramic items bowls and containers and so on.

Morocco Check List Hassan II Mosque. One of the largest in the world, and one of the few mosques open to non-Muslims in the country.

Take a Tour. A guided tour of the city is a great way to make sure you don’t miss anything! Tours organized by local operators take visitors to all of the city’s major sights including Hassan II mosque, the Arabe Ligue Park, the Villa des Arts museum, the Mohamed V square and the Royal Palace. Tours generally last a half-day only.

Go outside. The city that is. Take advantage of the proximity to visit some of the other famous cities.

Marrakesh with its 16th century Saadians tombs; Koutoubia mosque and Bahia palace; Fez with its Karaouiyne Mosque has been named an UNESCO world heritage site. Moulay Idriss Mausoleum and Rabat and Salé with the Hassan tower and Mohamed V Mausoleum, are all accessible within a day’s driving and make for fascinating sightsee

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Escaping to fantastic happening destinations around the world does wonders. Here are some

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The 48th New York Film Festival Fri 24th – Oct 10: USA. Be full of film even before the Doha Tribeca Film Festival this year! Come and celebrate American and international cinema in an event that recognizes and supports new filmmakers, and enhances awareness, accessibility and understanding of the art among a broad and diverse film going audience. For more information, visit www.filmlinc.com

Oktoberfest Sat 18th – Oct 4th: Germany. Be in

the largest volksfest (people’s fair) in the world! And as your get to lavish yourself with the beverages, get to savour traditional hearty fare like weisswurst, sauerkraut and pretzels. For more information, visit www.oktoberfest.de/en/

Future of Web Apps Oct 4th - 6th: United Kingdom. Learn everything you

need to know from a line-up that’s twice as much as last year and workshops to help you focus on the topic of your choice. Speakers include Jason Calacanis, Mike McDerment, Cal Henderson and Brad Neuberg. For more information, visit www.futureofwebapps.com

GITEX Chic Lady Oct 17th – 21st: Dubai. Experience a spectacular celebration of interactive Show 2010 features, a showcase of leading Oct 14th – 18th: Abu Dhabi. Funky, fresh technology brands and an unrivalled and fierce – get all these at an exclusive range of networking opportunities as event offering products and services solely GITEX celebrates 30 years of industry related to women, beauty and elegance. integration and leadership. Review and The show has an interesting blend of select from thousands of leading technology glamour, latest trends, fashion shows, brands and industry experts. For more jewellery, evening wear and much more! For information, visit www.gitex.com more information, visit www.adnec.ae 46

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By Allan Smithee

Al Mana Fashion Group takes us behind the scenes at Mango’s exclusive Istanbul Fashion Show! We get the scoop on their new collection, what’s it like putting on a fashion show, and what will be showing up in your closet this autumn!

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itting next to the runway is like being next to a molten copper river in the middle of a forest.

A very leggy forest. Often wearing tweed. Models stomp up and down the runway in the Ciragan Palace Kempinski in Istanbul, Turkey, in layers of wool, tweed, and slumpy boots.

Inspired by the late 1970s, and with customary Mango flair, this collection bridges the gap between masculine and feminine, retro and forward-thinking, and is a fresh new look after the summer’s diaphanous florals.

With high-waisted pants, trench coats, double-breasted jackets and tailored coats over chunky knits, or combined with silky blouses and flowing skirts and dresses, it’s a throwback to a disco age that’s at once classic and funky. It’s also massively wearable: the high waisted skirts and pants evoke the 70s proportions with

baggy brilliance (death to the skinny jean), with an emphasis on a small waist. And if the wearer wasn’t born with such, as the models floating up and down with their Farah Hair were, the belts and coat ties of this season create the illusion easily.

The lines are feminine and interesting, while still being serious: touches of boho paisleys mix with grown-up tweeds, browns, camels and navy blues. It’s work wear for women who still want to look like women, and we couldn’t be happier that the 80s revival is on it’s way out- bring on the 70s!

It’s one of those lines where there is something for everyone, whether a blouse or a skirt, or just the jaunty toques which we’re really hoping aren’t too warm for Doha, as we’d love to wear them. And it’s that need to wear the clothes that actually got Poppy Delevigne her new job, as the face of the fall/winter collection.

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He first got started in 1995 in Beirut, and soon after made himself known as the go-to guy for Red Carpet wow-factor. His lines include haute couture, ready-towear, accessories and even eyewear, with plans to branch out into beauty products, fragrances, lingerie and swim wear in the future. He’s collaborated with Mango since 2005 to create special lines, just for them.

“When we go back to the 70s for example, we start from the 70s, but of course we do it in a modern way, in 2010. So the fabric, there is always a new treatment, even if there is some embellishment or something, beading, some accessories. Always it’s in a modern way,” he said. “It’s a talent.

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By Cecilia Leigh

We sing in the rain at Angsana Spa.

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halk it up to being an Aquarius, but I really really miss rain. A good thunderstorm, a light sun shower, or a good downpour on a gray Tuesday morning, these are the things that I miss living in the desert.

And while we can’t import a rain shower to Doha (yet. We’re going to assume an evil genius has his minions on this as we speak), Angsana Spa at the Grand Regency Hotel has managed to capture every sort of rain in a jar, and their Hydrotherapy treatment let’s patrons twirl around like a 4 year old naked in the driveway on a rainy evening, pretending to be Fred Astaire with a pink umbrella (yes, this happened. Ask my mother).

When I book the appointment, I’m told to bring my swimsuit. When I arrive I see why: the Hydrotherapy treatment takes place in a large room broken up by 54

different stations. First up is a Therapeutic Foot Spa, with hot bubbling water and peppermint tea. Next, comes the Tropical Storm Shower, and I get my first taste of being outside in the rain. Normally, I’m fairly skeptical of anything shower claiming to feel like ‘rain’- generally, wet is wet. However, this one actually achieves it, with a gentle mist and irregular drops that feel exactly like being caught in a monsoon. They even regulate the temperature, just like a real storm! Next, a hot sauna opens the pores and drives out impurities, before it’s off to the Ice Fountain. Rubbing fresh ice and snow on your body after a sauna supposedly tightens the skin and stimulates the circulatory system – I just know it made me feel like a human snow cone. After that, there’s a line of other showers to get me sparkling and relaxed. First, the Bucket Drench, an icy traditional experience of a wooden bucket dumped on your head to help close the pores after a second go-round in the sauna, which is said to improve the skins clarity and

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tone. Next up, the Spring Shower, where soft droplets make me think of getting caught outside on a warm spring day, and the Cold Mist Shower, a refreshing blast that’s like standing behind a waterfall (if a waterfall smelt of essential oils and created rainbows on the tiles). The standout though was the Thunderstorm Shower, complete with sound and light effects to really stimulate the senses!

After I’m as clean as humanly possible, it’s time to get a little messy and smear myself in therapeutic mud. This is where Angsana really weaseled their way into my heart: hard as I try, I think I am just too middleclass to be 100 per cent comfortable with another person bathing me. While I love the benefits of lotions and potions rubbed into my skin at a spa, at heart I’m only really comfortable with select individuals in very specific circumstances (none of which take place in a public place) smearing things on me. At Angsana, I’m presented with a private chamber and a pot of mud, told to massage it into my skin, and left- after 15 minutes the shower automatically turns on,

letting me really relax and not popping me out of my wet-noodle bliss with awkward stranger-fumblings.

By the end, I was relaxed, blissful, and my skin felt better than a brand new baby wrapped in fur. It doesn’t hurt that the products are absolutely gorgeous- when I was done, I didn’t go running to the shower to wash off the lotions and oils used in the massage, lest I get itchy or go back to the office smelling like grass clippings or a radish. In fact, they offer a huge level of personalization, right down to the scent of the potpourri under my pillow during the massage.

Combined with knowledgeable staff (the package includes a massage, which the receptionist was able to help me select based on my needs and preferences), a lovely setting and reasonable prices, Angsana may have usurped the top slot in our mental spa directory. When I go next, I’m dragging friends to stand in a thunderstorm with me!

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SPOTLIGHT ON SPORTS

By Reg Barry

What would you take with you if you had a 20 kg weight allowance and three days to get to Doha?

Stuart Marshall, 38, opted to take his bike. It was a decision which probably saved his life.

Cycling gives meaning to what could otherwise be a difficult time in Doha for the members of “Qatar Chain Reaction”, Doha’s own cycling fraternity.

What started out as a few riders gathering together in individual groups has grown to over 300 people of different age groups from over 23 different countries.

Stuart was already in training for the Ironman at Lanzarote when he was instructed by his employer to leave his home in the UK and report for work in Qatar.

“When I first arrived I had a terrible time of it,” he said. “I had nowhere to swim, I was cycling on my own and the race was terrible. I nearly left the country as a result.”

This year Stuart did a personal best at the same race. What made the difference was Qatar Chain Reaction.

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to it quite easily. In the beginning I was David Barker, 45, started cycling three years nervous and not sure if cycling in lycra was ago. His company sponsored a charity ride acceptable but I found it was not a problem. called “The Global Biking Initiative”.

It keeps me sane in Doha and is a way of saving money as it cuts out those trips to “I put my name in a hat and got a free place. the smokey Irish Pub.” It was a reason to get on my bike,” he said.

This year Rachel finished a Half Iron Man in Zurich and has her eye on South Africa for next year.

You don’t have to be good to ride, in fact you don’t even have to own a bike.

“You just have to want to ride. If you don’t have a bike you can help out at events as a timekeeper or a marshal,” said Craig Kelly, 49, one of the founders and organizers.

“The mountain bike events require more volunteers. We also try to involve local school children.”

Craig is one of the more serious riders who rides long distances several times a week.

He also cycles all year round.

“Heat and wind are always your companion,” he said. Craig participates annually in The Ride for The Roses race which is the premier fund raising event for The Lance Armstrong Foundation.

David found QCR through a magazine and started training with them.

“Over the last year I had gotten a lot heavier and a lot less fit. Previously I had put off training but going out with QCR at 4 am was great and I did about two months training for the event,” he said.

The event saw David riding for eight days from Prague to Dusseldorf along the scenic route, sleeping in hostels and on mattresses in sports halls. Riding approximately 100 km a day they did a total of 920 km. Together the 270 riders raised over 200,000 for a delinquent children’s centre in Germany.

The riders get together at different times and places during the week. One group, the serious riders, leaves from the Corniche.

There are several more social rides from Doha Golf Club. On weekends groups sometimes join up with riders from Dukhan.

The mountain bikers meet at various venues in the desert.

All the riders speak with enthusiasm of the benefits of riding with QCR. Whether it is to keep fit or to train for a specific event cycling with a group makes it easier.

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In the past he was invited to meet Lance as a result of his fund raising. This year he came up just short of raising his target and as a result managed to keep his head of hair which he had offered to shave if he exceeded his target.

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HOTLIST

5th Gulf Sailing Trophy Thurs 23rd – Sat 25th: Doha Sailing Club. With the

sun up, the race for the competition for the best is on! This event is organized by the Qatar Sailing & Rowing Federation in cooperation with Doha Sailing Club. For more information, visit www.qatarsailing.org

Qatar International Road Racing Championship: Race 1 Fri 24th – Sat 25th: Losail International Circuit. Feel the rush with

the second leg of the seven-part racing championship organized by the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation . The race is in accordance with the sporting code and regulations established by QMMF and Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme International Sporting Code. For more information, visit www.circuitlosail.com

Qatar National Road Racing Championship: Race 1 Fri 24th – Sat 25th: Losail International Circuit. Bear witness to a racing event organized by the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation as part of a competition that has seven events leading to the Championship round. The race is in accordance with the sporting code and regulations established by QMMF and Federation Internationale de l’Automobile International Sporting Code. For more information, visit www.circuitlosail.com 58

ENTERTAINMENT Orion Travel & Tourism

Sun 26th: Ramada Plaza. The hotel and Orion Bar welcome its colleagues from the Travel, Tourism & Hotel Industry to an evening of live entertainment, networking and lots of surprises. Take advantage of this night to relax from the daily pressures of the industry and have fun while you meet and greet new people from the same industry. Register on the evening to be notified of upcoming events and promotions at Ramada Plaza. For more information and reservations, call 4428-1555.

Quiz Night

DJ Rodrigue

2nd day of Eid: W Doha. Wahm invites you to cool your heels and fire up your imagination at its comfy, cozy cabanas.

DJ Rodrigue will DJ modern lounge tunes every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in the funky, cool poolside lounge.

Starts at 9:00 p.m. For more information, call 4453-5323.

Classic Dance Hits

Tues 14th: Doha Marriott. Heat up the dance floor with the hottest mashups! Dance to the mixes of dance hits from the last four decades. For more information, call 429-8444 after 8:00 p.m. or email PearlLoungeDoha@marriott.com

DJ Marie-Claire

Wed 15th: W Doha. Get your groove on with the contemporary tunes, DJ MarieClaire has her finger on the pulse of what is new and hot and will play the coolest signature ambient grooves inspired by the world’s best club music in Crystal Lounge.

Starts at 8:00 p.m. For more information, call 4453-5135.

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Café del Mar

Fri 17th: W Doha. Soothe your senses with the cool beats and hot mixes from a resident DJ from FROM Café del Mar in Paris. And as you chill out, get to grab a free Café del Mar CD at Wahm. From 9:00 p.m. till 2:00 a.m. For more information, call 4453-5135.

Laughter Factory

Sun 19th – Mon 20th: Shehrazad, Ramada Plaza. Come and enjoy the best of international stand-up comedy, featuring world-class comedians from the Comedy Store in London. Guests are guaranteed a giggle! QR 110 per person, includes 1 free drink. For more information and reservations, call 4428-1555.

Latin Night

Tues 21st: Doha Marriott. Experience a hot night that features great mixes of Salsa, Merengue, Pachata and Reggaeton music. For more information, call 429-8444 after 8:00 p.m. or email PearlLoungeDoha@marriott.com

Mon 27th: Shehrazad, Ramada Plaza. Bring along your team of 6 to take part in Doha’s favourite Quiz Night. No entry free and great prizes to be won. Why not get your competitive hat on and come along and have some fun? For more information, call 4428-1555.

Old School & RnB Night

Tues 28th: Doha Marriott. Get your groove on with the best urban dance hits over the past two decades. For more information, call 429-8444 after 8:00 p.m. or email PearlLoungeDoha@marriott.com

Hear it! Live it! Love it!

Sundays after Ramadan: Doha Marriott.

Feel the Heat of a Lebanese Night featuring live performances by Jameel & Fadi from 10:00 p.m. onwards. Reserve a table and come early to receive complimentary oriental tidbits. For more information, call 429-8444 after 8:00 p.m. or email PearlLoungeDoha@ marriott.com

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Mondays after Ramadan: Doha Marriott.

DJ Joe Mitri welcomes all cadies & couples at the Pearl Lounge Club. Ladies receive a free Welcome Drink when entering before 11:30 p.m. Free entrance.

Open from 9:00 p.m. till late. For more information, call 429-8444 after 8:00 p.m. or email PearlLoungeDoha@marriott.com

Ya Habibi

Wednesdays after Ramadan: Doha Marriott. A night that is a definite must for all Arabic music lovers. DJ Imran is the pioneer of Arabic dance remixes and brings you the weekly Oriental Night Fever! Open from 9:00 p.m. till late. For more information, call 429-8444 after 8:00 p.m. or email PearlLoungeDoha@marriott.com

Kiss ‘n Fly

Wednesdays: W Doha. Get on board with W’s extravagant ladies night, where ladies are welcome in the sapphire chic atmosphere, and enticing complimentary cocktails. Grab your boarding pass with passion and be set adrift in W’s cool musical ambience. Mysterious surprises await. 2 complimentary drinks for the ladies! Starts at 9:00 p.m. For more information, call 4453-5135.

Fusion Nights

Thursdays and Fridays after Ramadan: Doha Marriott. Pearl Lounge’s Resident DJ Joe Mitri heats up the dance floor and makes everyone grooving and partying to the latest House, R&B, Pop and Arabic tunes he belts out on the decks! Open from 9:00 p.m. till late. For more information, call 429-8499 after 8:00 p.m. or email PearlLoungeDoha@marriott.com

Bollywood Nights

Saturdays after Ramadan: Doha Marriott.

Bollywood meets Hollywood at the Pearl Lounge!

Enjoy current and classic Bollywood hits mixed with a touch of House, R&B, and memorable Pop expertly mixed by Top Indian DJs. For more information, call 429-8444 after 8:00 p.m. or email PearlLoungeDoha@marriott.com

Jazz Club

Daily: Oryx Rotana. Opening this September, the exclusive Jazz Club brings the sounds of Bourbon Street blues to Doha. This select hide-away for the discerning and elite clients will afford the quintessential atmospheric ambiance for you to enjoy top class live Blues and Jazz daily amidst exotic drinks and contemporary menu. Members only and reservations are a must. For more information, call 4402-3333.

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Ramadan at the Great Room

Iftar Buffets at the Corniche Restaurant

Daily during Ramadan: Doha Marriott.

Treat your family and friends to a fulfilling Iftar buffet offering traditional Oriental dishes from the Middle East. An a la carte Sohour menu will be available for late night appetites. For those who prefer privacy or would like to arrange group and company functions, the EVENTS by the Marriott team also offer special banquet Iftar or Sohour menus and buffets. The team will be more than happy to arrange an outside catering with customized buffets to private houses and offices.

For more information, call 4429-8499 or email DineMarriottDoha@marriott.com

La Cigale Ramadan

Daily during Ramadan: La Cigale. Share the wonders of food from a delicious Iftar buffet that features traditional Ramadan delicacies and a wide variety of Lebanese specialities. Also, get to enjoy delectable a Souhour buffet while admiring the luxurious interiors and themed decorations at La Cigale Ramadan Tent. Relax with friends and family amid soft live music and aromatic Shishas. For more information or reservations, call 4428-8888.

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La Cigale’s Ramadan Treats

Daily during Ramadan: La Cigale. Get to experience Ramadan specialitiesssssss and delicacies like the Iftar Box, flavoursome sweets, homechocolatee, Ramadan Unwrapped Chocolate with special greetings like “Koul Aam Wa Antom Bi Kheir” and “Ramadan Kareem” and freshly prepared Arabicsweets. For more information, call 4428-8888.

Ramadan Celebration

Daily during Ramadan: Four Seasons Doha. Ramadan at the hotel is definitely a lavish family affair. Break the fast at sunset Iftar or experience Sohour, extended until the early hours of dawn. For more information, call 4494-8888.

Sohour at Wahm

Daily during Ramadan: W Doha. Enjoy live traditional Arabic instrumental music from Iftar through Sohour while relaxing in Wahm’s cabanas or jewel-toned, cushioned banquets. Wham features shisha service and an a la carte Arabic menu. No alcoholic beverage service. For more information, call 4453-5135.

Daily during Ramadan: W Doha. Honor the breaking of fast with family and friends and celebrate in the Great Room’s Ramadan tent featuring live food stations, extended Arabic buffet, sheesha service and live traditional Arabic instrumental music. QR 190 for Iftar and QR 240 for Sohour. Children under six are free and discounted rates for kids below12. For more information, call 4453-5135.

Ramada Ramadan Treat

Daily during Ramadan: Ramada Plaza.

During the Holy month of Ramadan, on the sound of the traditional evening cannon, Iftar will be served in the Hyde Park Coffee Shop. Guests can choose from an array of special Ramadan dishes and a huge selection of desserts and sweets, all specially prepared by a team of renowned Arabic Chefs. QR 120 per person.

For more information and reservations, call 4428-1555.

Moroccan Ramadan

Daily during Ramadan: Mövenpick Tower & Suites. You are invited for a culinary trip to discover the flavours of the Moroccan cuisine by freshly prepared by our Moroccan Chef Amina Tyal and the magic rhythms of the Moroccan music. Embark on a private tour in four of the greatest and imperial cities of Morocco and discover its culinary specialities and unique music every week.

Then fill out the questionnaire and win two trips for two families to Morocco. For more information, call 4496-6600.

Iftar at Al Qasr Ballroom

Daily during Ramadan: Grand Regency. Experience a journey through five different Arabic Cuisines in traditional Bedouin-styled Souq featuring Arabian gastronomy from Lebanon, Morocco, Qatar, Egypt and shawarma and Falafel stations and a lot more.

Traditional Iftar dishes include cold Mezzeh, Arabic hot dishes, Ramadan sweets and juices, Arabic coffee, dates, Arabic fresh bread and International dishes.

For more information, call 4434-3203/ 3333.

Ramadan Nights

Daily during Ramadan: Four Seasons Doha. A lavish Iftar buffet as well as an elaborate Sohour buffet at Brasserie on the Beach features an extensive selection of dishes, including oriental favourites and international classics. Elegant Sohour evenings are extended until the early hours of dawn at the Arabica Ramadan Terrace where the sound of the oriental tunes of oud and the aroma of flavoured shisha will arise. Iftar: QR 195 per person; Sohour: QR 250 per person; Ramadan Tent: minimum charge of QR 250 per person. Children under 12 dine at 50% off while children under 5 years dine for free. For more information, call 4494-8888.

Sohour at Al Qasr Ballroom

Daily during Ramadan: Grand Regency. Enjoy a Sohour buffet serving traditional hot dishes, Mezzeh, various cheese and sweets and juices. For more information, call 4434-3203/ 3333.

Iftar at the Seasons Restaurant

Daily during Ramadan: Mรถvenpick Hotel. Come and feast on traditional delicacies of hot and cold mezzeh, flavoured salads, mixed grills, traditional drinks and sweets, all served in a festive ambience. Turkish and Arabic coffee lends a perfect finishing touch to the meal. Opens for Iftar at sunset. An International buffet is served after the Iftar buffet, until 11:00 p.m. For more information, call 4429- 1360.

Iftar at The Grill

Daily during Ramadan: Grand Hyatt Doha. Feast your eyes on the sumptuous traditional Arabic options during the month of Ramadan. Enjoy a delightful Iftar experience and break your fast with our lavish buffet for only QR 190 per person, a perfect complement to the mind-enriching day of fasting and prayer. From sunset till 8:00 p.m. For more details, call 4448-1240.

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The Eid Festival at Al Mourjan

Eid: Al Mourjan. The feasts and festivities at Al Mourjan continue with Eid Seafood fiesta, the Al Mourjan Lobster, Tiger Shrimps, and succulent Hammours that will blow your mind away. For more information, call 6604-0290 or 4483-4423.

Ramadan at Kempinski

Daily during Ramadan: Kempinski Doha. The holy month of Ramadan brings with it a time to share and care. Find rich tradition all wrapped up in one rejuvenating menu. Break the fast in Aroma. Ambience comes together to create a truly memorable Ramadan. QR 180 for the Iftar set menu and QR 150 for the Sohour set menu. For more information and reservations, call 4405-3333 or email reservations.doha@kempinski.com

Sohour Indulgence

Sohour at The Grill

Iftar Specials!

Daily during Ramadan: Sheraton Doha.

Delight your appetites as you break your fast at the Al Hubara restaurant. QR 180 per person. From 6:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m.

For more information, call 4485-4556 or visit www.sheraton.com/doha

Daily during Ramadan: Grand Tent, Al Maha, Grand Hyatt Doha. Authentic flavours of Arabian hospitality awaits guests during this holy month of Ramadan at the Grand Tent, with shisha and a live Oud player, families and friends can enjoy Suhoor in Daily during Ramadan: Holiday Villa true Arabian style. The air-conditioned tent Doha. During the month of Ramadan, will offer special delicacies including cold get to savour a a feast of delicacies Mezzeh, hot cuisine such as Shawarma and spanning from several continents that’ll mixed grills, a selection of sweets and an keep you craving for more at the Legends assortment of soft beverages. Meanwhile restaurant. Iftar buffet is from sunset to Arabic sweets and light savouries, as 10:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m. for QR 145 while well as a wide selection of hot and cold the Sohour buffet is from 11:00 p.m. till beverages are available for Suhoor in Al 2:00 a.m. for QR 100. For more information, Maha Lounge. From 6:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. call 4408-4888.

For more details, call 4448-1282.

Ramadan at Lagenda

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Eid Brunch & Dinner Buffet

Daily during Ramadan: Grand Hyatt Doha.

1st and 2nd day of Eid: Doha Marriott.

For late entertaining, The Grill offers you “Eid Mubarak!” Celebrate the end of fasting the opportunity to sit down with your loved in style and treat yourself, friends and family ones, and enjoy an array of regional and to our lavish Gallery Brunch and Dinner international cuisines, refreshing Ramadan Buffet offering plethora of culinary delights beverages and a delightful dessert selection from around the world while enjoying for QR 220. From 8:30 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. For finest hospitality and Arabic Specialities. more details, call 4448-1240.

For more information, call 4429-8499 or email DineMarriottDoha@marriott.com

Eid El Fitr at the Café Restaurant

Eid: InterContinental Doha. Celebrate Eid El Fitr with your friends and families at from 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. Enjoy a lavish brunch with sumptuous buffet, live cooking stations, and special buffet for the little ones. For more information, call 4484-4444.

Eid Special Lunch Buffet

Eid: Sheraton Doha. On the first and second day of Eid Al Fitr, get to savour the special flavours made just for this occasion at the Al Shaheen restaurant! QR 215 per person. From 11:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m.

For more information, call 4485-4556 or visit www.sheraton.com/doha

Eid Celebrations at Lagoon Eid: Ritz-Carlton. Savour a traditional Ritz-Carlton brunch served from 12:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m., full of your favourite holiday specials including fresh seafood, international salads, carvery and sweet treats. Also including an authentic Arabic buffet display of traditional dishes such as chicken and beef shawarma, and mezze from 6:30 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For reservations, call 4484-8000.

Eid Jazz Brunch

Eid: W Doha. Here’s a yummy thought – Eid Jazz Brunch at Market, Chef JeanGeorges’ casual kitchen, a re-imagination of modern dining in a simple, elegant setting. Watch fresh, local produce and ingredients come together splendidly in the Mediterranean-inspired show kitchen, where global gastronomy has found its home in modern takes on comfort food complemented by cool and stylish live entertainment from the renowned Doha Jazz Band. From 12:00 noon till 4:00 p.m.

For more information, call 4453-5373 or 4453-5135.

Eid Spice Brunch

Eid: W Doha. Add some flavor to the Eid celebration with the delicious allyou-can-eat Friday offer at Spice Market featuring delectable Southeast Asian food by Chef Vongerichten accompanied by complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks and signature Spice Market beverages.

From 12:00 noon till 4:00 p.m. For more information, call 4453-5363 or 4453-5135.

Special Eid Buffet!

Eid: Sheraton Doha. Celebrate Eid with family and friends on a remarkable buffet from the first to the third day of Eid Al Fitr at the Al Hubara restaurant. QR 195 per person. From 11:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m.

For more information, call 4485-4556 or visit www.sheraton.com/doha

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From 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. For more information, call 4484-8000.

The Art of Cocktail Making Fri 24th: Ritz-Carlton Doha. Join the Habanos’ team and learn how to make some of the most exciting combinations of flavours of cocktail recipes. QR 225 per person. Starts at 4:00 p.m. For more information, call 4484-8000.

Quintessence of Morocco Mondays to Saturdays: Grand Regency.

Discover the traditional Moroccan cuisine, artistically prepared and refreshingly authentic at Tangia. From 6:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. For more information, call 4434-3203 or 4434-3333.

Mondays, Wednesdays to Saturdays: InterContinental Doha. Enjoy a different theme every night of the week from 7:00 p.m. till 11:30 p.m. Saturdays are Seafood night. Mondays usher in a Far Eastern buffet with specialities from Thailand, China, Japan and Malaysia.

Wednesdays offer South Indian cuisine and Thursdays offer up Phoenician night with Lebanese specialities. Fridays offer the Friday Brunch from 12:30 p.m. till 4:00 p.m.

All prices include a house beverage. For more information, call 484-4919.

Curry Night

Wednesdays: Mövenpick Tower and Suites. With a tantalizing buffet featuring ten kinds of meat, seafood and vegetarian curries from green to red, mild to spicy, the selection will enliven your palate with all the flavours that true curry lovers really want. QR 115 per person, reservations are essential. For more information, call 4496-6600.

100 Meter Gourmet Route

Thursdays after Ramadan: Doha Marriott. The Gallery restaurants have banded together to enrich the palate and enhance the dining experience of its guests, a real Feast of the Senses. The Gourmet Route is a culinary journey that evokes an open food market with spectacular live cooking stations, presenting cuisines from Latin and North America, Europe, China, Japan, India, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. For more information and reservations, call 4429-8499 or email DineMarriottDoha@marriott.com

Weekend Gallery Brunch

Fridays and Saturdays after Ramadan: Doha Marriott. Enjoy a lavish weekend brunch and spoil your taste buds. An array of cuisines is offered featuring Asia Live!, Corniche, All’ Aperto, Taj Rasoi and Salsa.

Indulge in specialities freshly prepared in front of you and maybe even have a glass of Bubbly. Your kids will also enjoy their buffet and the kid’s club. For more information and reservations, call 4429-8499 or email DineMarriottDoha@marriott.com

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Grand Gourmet Brunch

Fridays: Grand Regency. For a leisurely late-morning start to a weekend, lavish yourself with a magnificent well-prepared and savoury buffet brunch. Start with homemade baked goodies and finish with the absolutely decadent chocolate fountain! For more information, call 4434-3203 or 4434-3333.

Seafood Extravaganza

Fridays: InterContinental Doha. Seafood lovers can savour a sumptuous buffet of fresh seafood dishes at Fish Market – the place to go for fresh fish & seafood. From 7:00 till midnight. For more information, call 4484-4444.

Grand Theme Nights

Saturdays to Thursdays: Grand Regency. There’s something irresistible to look forward to every night!

This offering features various flavours from a delectable mouth-watering buffet. Saturday is Italian Night, Sunday is Arabian Night, Monday is Far Eastern Night, Tuesday is Seafood Night, Wednesday is Mediterranean Night and Thursday is Curry Night. From 7:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. For more information, call 4434-3203 or 4434-3333.

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Seafood Dinner Buffet

Daily after Ramadan: Doha Marriott. Tempt your appetite every evening with our delectable seafood buffet at the Corniche, Mediterranean restaurant. It is one of Doha Marriott’s highlights for all seafood lovers. We feature a wide variety of local and imported seafood prepared according to contemporary and traditional recipes. Surely a treat for all. For more information and reservations, call 4429-8499 or email DineMarriottDoha@marriott.com

Dine at Rocca

Daily: Grand Hyatt Doha. Entice your senses at the poolside restaurant overlooking landscaped gardens and West Bay lagoon. In a pleasing atmosphere, enjoy tantalizing specialities from various regions of the Mediterranean cuisine. From 11:00 a.m. till 1:00 a.m.

For more details, call 4448-1270.

Chef’s Specials

Daily: Sheraton Doha. Only at the La Veranda restaurant can you experience authentic Italian specialties created specially by culinary experts. Special gastronomy starts at QR 65 during lunch and dinner. For more information, call 4485-4556 or visit www.sheraton.com/doha

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Monthly: Al Mourjan. Pommegranates are a sweet and healthy component to several dishes on offer at Mourjan this month. Delight yourself with six different appetizers made with pommegranates, the fattouche, the baba-ganouge, the moutabal, the sojok, the makanek, and the chicken liver. For more information, call 6604-0290 or 4483-4423.

Grand High Tea

Daily: Grand Regency. A delightful selection of traditional and flavoured teas, as well as a selection of exceptional steamy coffees will be served with mouth-watering freshly baked goods. From 3:00 p.m. till 6:00 p.m. For more information, call 4434-3203 or 4434-3333.

Wok Mee Business Lunch

Daily: Mövenpick Tower and Suites. For an Asian Twist at lunch time try the new business lunch menu.

The three course menu has you spoilt for choice and features favourites such as the traditional Thai Fish Cakes, Nasi Goreng, Green Mango Salad and Toffee Bananas with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. QR 85 per person.

Get a 15% discount with the MTS membership card.

Free membership with every reservation. For more information, call 4496-6600.

Munch & Crunch with a Quick Lunch!

Daily: Sheraton Doha. Don’t waste time and get down to seriously delicious business. It’s a quick lunch buffet at the speed of light at the La Veranda restaurant.

Tasty treats starts at QR 95. From 12:00 noon till 3:00 p.m. For more information, call 4485-4556 or visit www.sheraton.com/doha

The Cellar

Daily: Oryx Rotana. The only place in Doha where you can enjoy the perfect blend of Mediterranean Tapas complemented with vintage vino. The vino tasting section by itself is a story to tell your friends and drag them to live the same. For more information, call 4402-3333.

COMMUNITY Parenting Movie Night

Sun 19th: Qipco Compound, West Bay. Watch a parenting-related movie, documentary or video and discuss it afterwards. Dads, grandparents, etc. are welcome to attend, as are prospective members! Starts at 8:00 p.m.For further details please visit www.dohamums.com or email events@dohamums.com

Angsana Spa Event

Tues 21st: Grand Regency.

Members are invited to experience a Hydrotherapy treatment at the luxurious Angsana Spa. For more information, visit www.dohamums.com or email events@dohamums.com

Jelly & Sprinkles Afternoon Fun

Tues 21st: Rays Reef, Royal Plaza. Come and join Mums the Word for an afternoon of singing & dancing, painting & craft work, lots of fun on the slides, tunnels, soft play, bumper cars, heaps of toys, and much more... Included in the afternoon is dinner & drink followed by jelly and sprinkles. QR 40 per child. QR 20 per adult wanting dinner.

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Doha Mums Night Out

Tues 28th: Al Mourjan. Serving an extensive range of authentic Lebanese cuisine including over a hundred Lebanese appetisers, succulent seafood and barbeques, all in the surrounds of the breathtaking beauty of the Arabian Sea, this is one dinner not to be missed! Starts at 7:00 p.m. RSVPs are essential. For further details please visit www.dohamums.com or email events@dohamums.com

Tuesday Special at Fun City

Tuesdays: City Centre Mall. Doha Mums members receive a special offer for the over 4 year olds: two complimentary coupons for each child on every purchase of a Power Card with a value of QR 40.

Each coupon entitles the child for one free entry on a Big Ride or Soft Play. Members are asked to print a copy of their member profile to present at Fun City’s reception to receive their complimentary coupons.

For further details on how to become a member please visit www.dohamums.com or email events@dohamums.com

Parachute Play

Wednesdays: Al Waab. From 10:00 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. Let your kind experience a positive co-operative group activity which can be used for different games for ages 18 months to 6 years and is both educational and fun. It is non-competitive play and teaches agility, body movements, co-ordination and teamwork. Tea & coffee plus snacks will be available afterwards for the mums. For further details please visit www.dohamums.com or email events@dohamums.com

Doha Community Orchestra

Thursdays: American School of Doha.

Volunteer orchestra of all nationalities performing concerts throughout the year. For more information on joining, donating instruments or concerts, email dohaorchestra@gmail.com or visit www.dohaorchestra.com

Soccer Break for Dads

Saturdays: Qipco Compound. Join a fun, friendly soccer game with likeminded dads. For more information, visit www.dohamums.com or RSVP to events@dohamums.com

Ramadan at the Royal Plaza

Daily during Ramadan: Royal Plaza Mall.

Enjoy complimentary Arabic coffee and dates at the welcome tent from 8:00 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. As for the children, they can get to enjoy educational programs at the second floor from 8:30 p.m. till 10:30 p.m.

For more information, call 4413-0000.

Kid’s Club

Daily: Grand Hyatt Doha. Kid’s Club is created to offer your children the opportunity to meet new friends during their holiday, have fun in a safe environment.

Our childcare employees are well trained to entertain and care for your children, so you can relax and enjoy some grown-up time at Jaula Spa or a romantic dinner for two at Rocca. From 10:00 a.m. till 8:00 p.m. Contact the spa reception today at 4448-1056 to sign your child up for a wonderful Kid’s Club experience.

SPORTS & FITNESS Losail International Circuit: Track Day for Bikes and Cars

Fri 17th: Losail International Circuit. Are you a speed junkie and have felt the need for speed? Now’s your chance to blaze through the Qatari race track where world championships take place. Rates are from QR 400 to QR 1,200. For more information, visit www.circuitlosail.com

Body Groove

Sundays: InterContinental Doha. So you think you can dance? Then body groove is for you! Combining all types of dance styles from hip-hop to Latin to house and even contemporary, this 60min cardio workout will have something for everybody! Starts at 9:00 a.m. Begins after Eid. QR 30 for members and QR 40 for non-members. For more information, call 4484-4444.

Introduction to Yoga Courses

Sundays to Wednesdays: Yama Yoga Studios. Progress step-by-step with these courses. This 8-session course will introduce the principles of yoga breathing, the basics of poses and fundamentals such as Sun Salutation and deep relaxation. Ladies-only course on Mondays and Wednesday from 8:30 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. Sundays and Tuesdays are from 10:00 a.m. till 11:15 a.m. and from 6:00 p.m. till 7:15 p.m.

QR 300 per person. Pre-registration is required. For more information, email valerie.jeremijenko@gmail.com or visit www.yamayogastudios.com

Pilates

Kickfit

Sundays to Thursdays: Yama Yoga Studios. Develop the core with an experienced Pilates teacher. Yama Yoga offers Pilates on Monday and Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 a.m.

QR 60 per class. Yama Yoga is going to be closed in July and will re-open on August 15th. For more information, email valerie.jeremijenko@gmail.com or visit www.yamayogastudios.com

Sundays and Thursdays: InterContinental Doha. Kickfit combines boxing, karate Muay Thai and Capoiera into a fun, yet challenging high-energy and calorie burning total body workout. Using the Shadow boxing format, this class is great for all levels of fitness wanting to burn fat and tone muscles quickly. Sundays at 5:00 pm and Thursdays at 9:00 p.m. Begins after Eid. QR 30 for members and QR 40 for non-members. For more information, call 4484-4444.

Mommy and Me Yoga Classes

STEP AO2

Sundays and Tuesdays: Yama Yoga Studios. Mums and babies can do this class together. As well as lots of fun for everyone the class will help new Mums regain their pre-pregnancy core. Starts at 10:00 a.m.

QR 60 per class. For more information, email valerie.jeremijenko@gmail.com or visit www.yamayogastudios.com

Mondays and Wednesdays: InterContinental Doha. One of the most popular Group fitness classes worldwide, Step AO2 improves both mental and physical fitness, burning away calories while learning fun routines to the newest music. Suitable for intermediate steppers.

Starts at 9:00 a.m. Begins after Eid. QR 30 for members and QR 40 for non-members.

For more information, call 4484-4444.

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SPORTS & FITNESS Prenatal Yoga

Abs Workout

Mondays and Fridays: InterContinental Doha. Instructors will concentrate on your exercise technique to work the abdominal muscles from every conceivable angle. To give your abs and good base of strength and tone, you need to concentrate and focus on core strength and stability. The instructor will check that you constantly maintain control in the correct area. Join us and get the abs you’ve always wanted! Mondays at 7:15 p.m. and Fridays at 11:15 a.m. Begins after Eid. Free for members and QR 30 for non-members. For more information, call 4484-4444.

Spinning

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: InterContinental Doha. The Spinning program is the original and most popular group cycling class. With no complicated moves to learn, a motivating group environment, top-notch instructors and music that begs your legs to pedal.

Every class is a little different, but one of the great things about the spinning program is that it is adaptable to your fitness level. Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m., Fridays at 12 noon and Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. Begins after Eid. QR 25 for members and QR 35 for non-members. For more information, call 4484-4444.

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Kids and Pre Teen Yoga

Wednesdays and Saturdays: Yama Yoga Studios. Kids Yoga lets your children burn off energy in an imaginative way before learning relaxation and breathing techniques that will last a life time.

Classes are offered for 4 to 8 year olds on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Pre Teen classes on Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m.

QR 60 per class. For more information, email valerie.jeremijenko@gmail.com or visit www.yamayogastudios.com

Circuit Training

Thursdays: InterContinental Doha. It is widely regarded as the best all round form of group exercise. It allows each individual to work at one’s own pace but in a group environment. This session is not for the faint hearted; however, if you enjoy a tough workout in a friendly atmosphere with every session different from the last, then this what you’ve been looking for. All you need is a lot of enthusiasm and a sense of humour when it gets tough! Starts at 7:00 p.m. Starts at 9:00 a.m. Begins after Eid. QR 30 for members and QR 40 for non-members. For more information, call 4484-4444.

Fridays: Yama Yoga Studios. Enjoy a four-week long prenatal yoga class and prenatal education courses. The prenatal classes start at 11:30 a.m.

QR 60 per person. Yama Yoga is going to be closed in July and will re-open on August 15th. For more information, email valerie.jeremijenko@gmail.com or visit www.yamayogastudios.com

Regular Yoga Classes

Daily: Yama Yoga Studios. Open Yoga Classes in the traditions of Flow Yoga, Power Yoga and Astanga Yoga at Yama Yoga Studio. Dynamic yoga classes which help to build endurance, strength and flexibility and to control stress. Morning classes: Sundays to Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. and Fridays and Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Evening Classes: Sundays to Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.

QR 60 per class. For more information, email valerie.jeremijenko@gmail.com or visit www.yamayogastudios.com

Summer at Bodylines

Daily: Oryx Rotana. Join now and get up to 20 % discount on your annual membership, free extension to membership, various generous discounts in Choices restaurant and on beauty therapies and body massages in addition to many free vouchers you can use to pamper yourself and your guests. Sign up now offer is valid only for the first 50 members. Bodylines offer top of the line spacious gym, jacuzzis, sauna and steam rooms in addition to spa services and facilities and a temperature controlled outdoor swimming pool. For more information, call 4402-3485.

QATAR STARS LEAGUE

Lakhwyia vs. Al Sailiya

Mon 13th: Al Gharafa Stadium. Two teams duke it out on the green! Game starts at 6:00 p.m. Catch up on all the QSL team info, stats, rankings and find out the latest match details at www.qsl.com.qa

Al Arabi vs. Umm Salal

Mon 13th: Al Arabi Stadium. Show your support and cheer for your pick! Game starts at 8:00 p.m. Catch up on all the QSL team info, stats, rankings and find out the latest match details at www.qsl.com.qa

Al Sadd vs. Al Rayyan

Tues 14th: Al Sadd Stadium. Two of the league’s biggest rivals will come face to face in a fierce battle with a lot of history! Game starts at 6:00 p.m. Catch up on all the QSL team info, stats, rankings and find out the latest match details at www.qsl.com.qa

Al Wakra vs. Al Khor

Tues 14th: Al Wakra Stadium. Be part of the sporting frenzy! Game starts at 8:00 p.m. Catch up on all the QSL team info, stats, rankings and find out the latest match details at www.qsl.com.qa

Al Kharaitiyat vs. Qatar SC

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COLOUR SCOPE

By Moona Masri-Whitice, MBA Dewey Color Instructor and Consultant

In the world of colour black is the most misunderstood. In reality, black is not a colour, strictly speaking: it is the absence of all colour because it absorbs all aspects of light. While white reveals, black conceals and both positive and negative meanings. In times of fear and uncertainty black has been linked to the threatening unknown, the bad experience, the dark and unseen and fear itself.

In a positive state, black is seen as a restful emptiness into which anything may emerge and disappear once again. It is also mysterious, providing a sense of potential and possibility. It can be conservative, and it always goes well with almost any colour except the very dark. It can be serious and conventional as well as sexy and sophisticated.

Nature of Black: Clothing designers have instilled a love for

the colour because black is visually slimming. The Little Black Dress is a must for virtually all women’s wardrobes. Black makes other colours appear brighter.

Black gemstones symbolize self control and resilience and are said to have protective energies in the sense that since black is the absence of light, it therefore, can be used to create invisibility and provide protection to the wearer.

These stones are black tourmaline and kyanite, onyx and jet.

Culture of Black: In most Western countries, besides the

little black dress and formal tuxedos, wearing too much black has negative connotations. Black is the traditional colour of mourning.

Among young people, black is often seen as a colour of rebellion and sparked a whole way of dressing called Goth (short for Gothic) and Emo (short for emotional). Black, especially combined with orange is the colour of Halloween and in early Western culture, the good guy always wore white while the bad guy always wore black, except for Batman as he wore black to lend an air of mystery to himself. In Asia and in the Gulf, black has more positive connotations. It is the colour for little boys in China and most Gulf women wear black Abayas everyday to shroud their identity from the outside world.

Using Black: Use the black in your décor to convey elegance, sophistication, or perhaps a touch of mystery. Dark charcoal gray and very dark brown can sometimes stand in for black. However, be careful using black with very dark colours because if they are too dark or too similar they will blend together. Black works best with bright, jewel-toned shades like red, blue and greens.

Put some black in your life when you want: • to become inconspicuous • to open the door to mystery • to prepare for the unknown • a restful emptiness

The more you like black, you make emotional decisions

The less you like black,

you make unemotional decisions – the more logical you are.

The Dewey Color System® is the world’s only validated, color-based, personality testing instrument. It’s the first proven system that scientifically predicts the recognized major psychometric personality factors without language. www.deweycolorsystem.com

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