Issue 9 by theCITY Magazine

Issue 9 / February 2013

from Kuwaitis to the world!

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The Monthly Key to Your City

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SALOONS & SPAs

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Fahaheel & Jabriya

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COVER PHOTO..

This issueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cover is very special to us. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s from a photo shoot by our writer Dana Tuwairish, and the photographer is the talented Lulwa Al-Khattaf. Lulwa is very passionate about her photography and we are positive that by enriching this talent, she will become quite a bigger success in the field of photography.

Lulwa Al-Khattaf @lulualkhataf lulu.r.s@hotmail.com

Dear readers, This issue is very special to us, celebrating the national holidays. May our beloved Kuwait always be prosperous and happy, and may we all have it in us to give back to our country. We have several interesting articles in this issue, some highlighting the work of volunteer groups. We admire their great work and their passion, and we have made it part of our plan to feature the works of volunteer groups in our magazine regularly. We also have some reviews of small businesses and projects that are interesting, and honestly it’s something to be proud of when seeing how people are working hard on achieving their dreams and ambitions. Enjoy the national holidays vacation, and be safe.

،‫أعزائي القراء‬ ‫ مثل‬.‫ وهي مناسبة حمببة لقلوبنا جميعًا‬،‫نحتفل يف شهر فرباير بأعيادنا الوطنية‬ ‫ نحن دائمًا نشعر بالفخر ملا نراه من جهد وإخالص‬،‫ما نفخر النتمائنا لهذا الوطن‬ ‫يقدمه أبناء وبنات هذا الوطن خصوصًا يف جمال املشاريع الصغرية واملتوسطة‬ ‫وكذلك من نشاطات غري ربحية تطوعية يسعون من خاللها إىل رفعة شأن وطننا‬ .‫احلبيب‬ ‫أحتدث يف هذا الشهر عن مشروع الفروسية العالجية الذي قامت بتأسيسه‬ .‫ إنسانة مبنتهى الروعة ومشروعها مبنتهى التميز‬،‫الدكتورة رغد املطبقاين‬ ‫مشاهدتها وهي تقوم بعملها ملساعدة ذوو اإلعاقات الذهنية واجلسدية شيء‬ .‫يدعو إىل التفاؤل واألمل‬ ‫كما نسلط الضوء يف هذا العدد على بعض املشاريع األخرى التي نرى أنها من أكرث‬ ‫ وأمتنى للكويت‬،‫ أمتنى لكم التفاؤل واألمل والسعادة‬.‫املشاريع متيزًا يف الساحة‬ .‫دوام السالم واالستقرار والتقدم‬

Kind regards,

Khaled Al-Qahtani

‫أطيب التمنيات‬

‫لنا الرشيد‬

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Ali Al-Khudari

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Welcome to the Family Sabeka Al-Fuzai

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ONTENTS

Khaled Al-Qahtani Editor-in-Chief

Lana Al-Resheed

February 2013

Managing Director

Head of Photography Dept

PR & Marketing

Basma Sultan

Abdulrhman Al-Yousef

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Sales Team

Photographers

24 theVISIT:

Dana Baluch Ali Moussa Mohammad Essa Content Editor

Hussain Al-Qatari

Mahmoud Al-Rayes Lulwa Al-Khattaf

EACH

28 Kuwaiti Girl Goes to Antarctica

Business Development

Bader Al-Mutawa

32 Yalwa.com Celebrations Directory

Creative Director

38 I AM THE KUWAITI WOMAN

Tarek Elhelo

48 Friday Market

Graphic Designer

Hussain Kuwala

52 Dine with Basma: ANGELATTO

57 A Kuwaiti Girl in the US 58 CLEAN:

Published and Distributed By:

A Real Food Initiative

62 Candynails 74 Thameen 78 Scientific Research Team

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Reasonable care is taken to ensure that theCITY Magazine articles and other information in the magazine are up-to-date and as accurate as possible as of the time of publication. No responsibility can be taken by theCITY Magazine for any errors or omissions contained herein. Furthermore, responsibility for any losses, damages or distress resulting from adherence to any information made available through this magazine is not the responsibility of theCITY Magazine. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of theCITY Magazine.

Mahmood Al-Rayes

Lulwa Al-Khattaf

Abdulrhman Al-Yousef

@Makzii

@lulualkhataf

@goldenvisionq8

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62 LIFE

BEAUTY AND FASHION

14 Where is Love?

64 How To Create Fashion

16 Are You Really Happy?

66 Black & White Acessories

17 ‫احتفاالتي باألعياد الوطنية‬

67 Make Up Room

18 Pieces by Farah

68 A Very Haute Couture

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70 SS13 Catwalk Show

21 LDSB 23 ‫السرداب الكويتي علي‬

‫طريقة هوليوود‬

TRAVEL & TOURISM 72 Discover Hongkong

WELLNESS 34 Weight Loss Trends 35 ‫المـيـزوثـيرابي‬ 36 Bright Smile for Every Bride

ART

YOUTH 82 P2BK 83 ‫عـــمـــار يـــا كـــويــــت‬

84 Fashion Designer Ali Al Saad AUTOMOBILES

44 Photographing

88 The New Aston Martin

46 the PHOTOGRAPHERS

THE VIBE

The National Holidays

90 Warba Bank New Branch FOOD 60 The Matrix

Three-logy Pasta Dish

92 Art Olympiad Competition 94 Pieces By Farah Goes to Paris 95 First LDSB Event in Kuwait

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At Zain we share a sense of belonging

Leading Telco Provides Attractive Laid Back Yet Professional Atmosphere I work as a Corporate Social Responsibility Coordinator at Zain. I joined Zain back in 2008 as a part-timer in the Future University Network (FUN) program, part of Zainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CSR programs targeted towards the youth. The main aim of the program is to bridge the gap between actual work experience and the university experience. Which is exactly what I found at Zain. Having to have to work in separate fields from marketing, sales, PR, Media, CSR, truly enriches a students work experience and exposes them to the main facets of an organization. The experience provided at Zain is truly a life changer. Hosting 40 nationalities and employing over 1200 employees, an individual is exposed to a lot of different personalities and cultures. My experience at Zain has taught me a lot on effective ways of communicating with people from different backgrounds.

A Wonderful World

Abdullah Al Zanki

During my years at university, I had the pleasure of working with 3 different, respectable organizations (Zain included), and Zain by far stands out to be the one where I can see myself develop on a professional, and personal level. Zain’s three values, which are “Radiance, Heart, and Belonging”, are evident throughout the organization and a family environment is what you’ll instantly recognize at Zain. We promote a professional, yet somewhat, casual environment. I’d like to invite all the youth from universities to apply to the FUN Program, as they would benefit from the experience that they attain from the program. Students entering the program will learn from direct hands-on experience, and gain a variety of skills that can direct students to a potential, prospering career path at Zain, or at other respectable organizations locally, and globally.

Photography By Abdulrhman Al-Yousef

Dalal Al-Janaie Mars Venus Coaching , Kuwait

dalal@marsvenuscoaching.com www.marsvenuscoachdalal.com @marsvenuskuwait @marsvenuskuwait

Where is Dear readers,

Love?

I am so happy to meet with you once again this month. February is an amazing month, especially here in Kuwait, where it is filled with love both with Valentine’s day on the 14th and National and Liberation day on the 25th and 26th. In actuality, there are so many kinds of love but, I know, many of you are looking for that special someone to live happily ever after with, just like the movies, right? If Cinderella found her Prince Charming, why not you, right? The quest to find love has filled books, movies, songs, and millions of hours of discussion. So, if you are one those people who want love or want to increase the love in your life, you are definitely not alone, so that can be a load off. So, how does one find love and, once found, hold on to it? This question has plagued relationships for years, but today I’d like to put a new spin on it. Ladies, if I may, I would like to talk with you. Did you know that finding love starts with loving yourself? You MUST love yourself and have a life that you love. In actuality, you must love yourself more that you love anyone else. You cannot love anyone more than you love yourself and expect to have a balanced, solid relationship. It just doesn’t work that way. The sad truth is, no one can love you more than you love yourself. So, if we were to quantify how much you love yourself on a scale of one to ten, ten being the most: If you love yourself 7/10 that means that your special someone can love you only a maximum of 6/10. The love you give yourself places the ceiling on the love you will receive. The more you love yourself, the more you will allow love to enter your life and, if you restrict that amount of love, it will affect you negatively. A question that may arise is: How do I love myself? Take a look at your life and the activities you are a part of. What are you spending your life on? Spending every spare second attached to your phone waiting for his message or his call is a horrible way to spend your time. Waiting, feeling sorry for yourself and resenting him is not the way to a healthy relationship. Get up! Go join a gym, join a club, join a class, join anything and enjoy your life. Do not allow him to become the center of your life and the one and only point of happiness for you. Meet different people, get a large variety of experiences, and enjoy your life. Please understand that you must be a complete person and not part of him. The phrase “You Complete Me.” is incorrect. So this means you are able to be happy without him. You must not depend on him for your happiness. Believe it or not, he is only responsible for 10% of your happiness and you are responsible for the remaining 90%. So that means, even if he is not there, you are still very happy. Find the calm within you. The most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself. Be nice to yourself. Love yourself. Don’t allow yourself to treat yourself badly. Remember, we are all trying to be the best we can be, give yourself a break. The most powerful words that determine our self worth are “I am”. Take a moment to notice the words that you choose to follow. If you say “I am not good enough” what do you expect the world to think? What you believe about yourself will affect the world’s perception of you. Why would you choose to label yourself anything less than amazing? Why, when the world is a wonderful place full of possibilities, would you choose to be something not up to the standard you want? I don’t know either. Ladies, I guarantee, once you begin to love yourself and change your perspective of what love truly means to you, you will find things will change for you. You will exude confidence, self love and a special something that will make you simply an amazing catch for any guy. Go ahead and try it! If you have any questions or comments or stories, I would love to hear from you. Connect with me!

February 2013

‫أين يوجد‬

‫احلب؟‬

‫يسعدين أن ألتقي معكم مرة أخرى يف شهر فرباير و أنتم يف أحسن حال‪ .‬هذا الشهر يتميز بالفرح و السرور بسبب إحتفاالت يوم‬ ‫احلب العاملي بتاريخ ‪ 14‬فرباير والعيد الوطني و عيد اإلستقالل بتاريخ ‪ 25‬و ‪ 26‬فرباير‪.‬‬

‫هناك أنواع كثرية من احلب‪ .‬وكما يف األفالم السينمائية‪ ،‬جميعنا يبحث عن احلب الذي يجعلنا نعيش معه بسعادة و هناء مدى العمر‪.‬‬ ‫فلماذا أنتم ال حتصلون على احلب الذي تريدينوه مثل سندريال التي وجدت حبيبها‪ .‬إن عملية البحث عن احلب مألت الكتب و األفالم‬ ‫السينمائية و األغاين ‪ ،‬كما استحوذ على نقاشات كثرية ال تعد و ال حتصى‪ .‬فأنتم لستم الوحيدين الذمي تبحثون عن احلب احلقيقي و‬ ‫تريدونه أن يبقى متقدا طوال احلياة‪ .‬و لكن يبقى السؤال احملري و هو كيفية العثور على احلب احلقيقي و كيفية احملافظة عليه؟‬ ‫هذا السؤال يهدد عالقات الناس و يحتاج إىل كشف خباياه‪.‬‬ ‫يا نساء قبل أن تبحثوا عن احلب يف حياتكم عليكم أن حتبوا أنفسكم و أن حتبوا احلياة التي تعيشونها‪ .‬فأنتم تريدون أن جتدوا شخصا‬ ‫يبادلكم احلب و تكون بينكم عالقة متينة و متوازنة مدى العمر أكرث من حبكم ألنفسكم‪ .‬و احلقيقة احملزنة هي أنه ال يوجد شخص‬ ‫سيحبكم أكرث من حبكم ألنفسكم‪ ،‬و ميكن توضيح ذلك باألرقام على مقياس من ‪ 10‬درجات‪ .‬فأعلى درجة حب ميكن أن تعطونها‬ ‫ألنفسكم هي ‪10‬من ‪ 10‬درجات‪ .‬فإذا أحببتم أنفسكم ‪ 7‬من ‪ 10‬درجات فأكرب درجة ميكن أن يعطيها لكم احلبيب هي ‪ 6‬من ‪ 10‬درجات‪.‬‬ ‫فدرجة حمبتكم ألنفسكم حتدد السقف لنسبة حمبة شريك العمر لكم‪ .‬فكلما زادت نسبة حمبتكم ألنفسكم أدى إىل زيادة نسبة‬ ‫حمبة الرجل لكم‪ ،‬و كلما قلت نسبة حمبتكم ألنفسكم أدى إىل نتيجة سلبية ملصري حمبته لكم‪.‬‬ ‫السؤال الذي يطرح نفسه اآلن هو كيف ميكنكم من رفع نسبة حمبتكم ألنفسكم؟ و أفضل طريقة لإلجابة على هذا السؤال هي‬ ‫عن طريق مراقبة و حتليل أوضاعكم احلالية‪ ،‬و كيف تقضون أوقاتكم و حياتكم اليومية؟ فأسوأ حياة ميكن أن تعيشوها هي عن‬ ‫طريق انتظار مكاملة أو رسالة من تليفون احلبيب‪ ،‬أو عن طريق الشعور باألسف لعالقة غري متوازنة مع الشريك‪ .‬فبدال من ذلك‬ ‫قوموا باإلشرتاك بأنشطة اجتماعية و ثقافية و منوا هواياتكم و اندجموا باحلياة اإلجتماعية و اشرتكوا بالنوادي الرياضيه و استمتعوا‬ ‫بحياتكم‪ .‬و أهم من ذلك هو أن ال تدعوا الرجل أن يكون حمور حياتكم و مصدر السعادة الوحيد لكم‪ .‬فكونوا شخصيات قائمة بذاتكم‬ ‫و ليس ملحقا تبعا للرجل‪ .‬فمن األقوال املنتشرة يف اجملتمع هي أن " املرأة تكمل الرجل " و هذا قول خاطىء‪ .‬فاملرأة يجب أن‬ ‫تكون سعيدة مع نفسها و ليس بسبب وجود الرجل يف حياتها‪ .‬فنسبة ‪ % 90‬من سعادة املرأة يجب أن تنبع منها شخصيا و ‪% 10‬‬ ‫من نسبة سعادتها تعود لعالقتها بالرجل‪ .‬أي أن معنى ذلك هو أنكم سعيدات بحياتكم بوجود الرجل أو بدونه‪.‬‬ ‫يا نساء حاولوا أن جتدوا الراحة داخل أنفسكم ألن أهم شىء يف حياتكم هي عالقتكم بأنفسكم‪ .‬فحبوا أنفسكم و عزوها و احرتموها‬ ‫و كونوا رقيقني كرماء معها و أحسنوا إليها‪ ،‬و ال تعاملوها بسوء و عدم تقدير و امتهان‪.‬‬ ‫عزيزتي املرأة تذكري دائما بأن من أقوى العبارات هي التي تبدأ بكلمة انا ‪ ....‬ألنك بذلك حتددين قيمتك للعامل‪ .‬فإذا قلتي أنا لست‬ ‫بكفؤ فماذا تتوقعني من اآلخرين أن يقولوا عنك بعد أن حددتي للعامل بنفسك قيمتك احلقيقية لهم‪ .‬فمنظورك لنفسك يؤثر على‬ ‫مصريك يف عالقاتك مع اآلخرين‪ .‬ملاذا ال تختارين لنفسك مثال قول أنا إنسانة رائعة؟ أنا ال أفهم ملاذا ال تختارين لنفسك األفضل و‬ ‫أنت تعيشني يف عامل ميكن أن حتدث فيه جميع اإلحتماالت؟‬ ‫يا نساء انا متأكدة بأنكم عندما حتبوا أنفسكم و تغريوا مفاهيمكم للحب احلقيقي فسوف تتغري أموركم لألحسن و ستزيد ثقتكم‬ ‫بأنفسكم و ستصبحون ببساطة نساء رائعات و مطلب ألي رجل‪.‬‬ ‫أعزائي القراء ميكنكم التواصل معي عرب وسائل التواصل اإلجتماعي‪.‬‬

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Saad Al-Dousari‫‏‬ @SaadAldousari

Are You Really,

t’s February again. Happy National Day, Kuwait. Happy is the key word here. So tell me my friend, are you happy? Happiness, real happiness, is a rare currency. Not only today or at this era of time, but throughout the whole history of humankind. Don’t be shocked. I’m not referring to a happiness obvious on the looks but covers deep misery within. Neither am I referring to a happiness that lasts for seconds and then gets sunk in a deep ocean of irritation and inconvenience. Let’s agree on some basis beforehand and then get deeper. I will get a little bit philosophical/academic here. Not too much, just a bit. Dr. David Hawkins says that there are varied levels of consciousness that people live in accord with; you might want to call them energy fields or emotion-thought waves. In each level, the subject (you or me) experiences certain emotions and thought patterns throughout their day. For example, there are people who always strive to protect themselves. They embrace the worldview that considers the world as a dangerous place. They feel endangered of almost everything, which makes fear their most dominant emotion. There are others who are angry about the world to the extent that tiny situations trigger them and get them mad. They might say that they want to improve the world (politically or socially) but this isn’t the issue; they are just reflecting their innermost emotion, i.e. anger, and projecting it outside. The levels of consciousness go up to the point of courage, the courage to admit one’s own responsibility, which is a major shift that most people don’t dare to reach. When people admit their own responsibility of themselves, that they don’t require anything outside to make them happy, only then come the levels of real positivity; acceptance, love, & joy. With the acceptance of everything, one will be truly happy, because then he/she won’t depend on outer factors to make them fulfilled, but rather on their inner stillness even in the midst of chaos. Nothing then can shake their stillness. Only then people will touch the beauty and joys of life.

February 2013

Really Happy?

‫‪Jumana Al-Awadhi‬‬ ‫‪@welovekuwait‬‬ ‫‪@organickuwait‬‬

‫احتفاالتي باألعياد الوطنية‬ ‫تعترب‬

‫احتفاالت الكويت الوطنية من أهم األحداث الرتبوية يف حياة الطفل‪ .‬حسن استغاللها لزرع قيم تعزز الوطنية والوالء وحب الكويت واجب األهل جتاه أبنائهم قبل ان يكون‬ ‫واجبهم جتاه وطنهم‪ .‬فهذة املشاعر ضرورية لطفولة سليمة فحيث يكرب عند الطفل شعوره باالنتماء و متلئه األحاسيس اجلميلة لوطنه وأهله وجمتمعه وهذة املشاعر تدفعه‬ ‫للعمل والعطاء وجتعل للحياة قيمة ومعنى وهدف‪.‬‬ ‫احتفالياتنا بأعيادنا الوطنية يف بيتي الصغري مع أطفايل وزوجي يف لندن مليئة بالنشاطات املمتعة مثل ترديد األغاين الوطنية والنشيد الوطني و تزيني املنزل واحلديقة برسومات واعالم‬ ‫من صنع ايدينا‪ .‬الغناء والرسم من امتع النشاطات التعليمية عند األطفال من كل االعمار‪ .‬مالبسنا الوطنية اجلميلة وعلما رمزا ومفخرة نرتديه باعتزاز واحرتام‪ .‬أعلم ولدي إذا شاف‬ ‫العلم طايح يركض يشيله‪.‬‬ ‫نحتفل يف بيتنا اجلميل عن طريق اعداد أطباق حتمل ألوان علم الكويت وهذا درس بالتغذية والتنويع يف االكل والعناصر الغذائية التي يحملها كل طعام من كل لون‪ .‬خيار‪ ،‬زيتون‪ ،‬طماط‪،‬‬ ‫فلفل احمر و أخضر‪ ،‬أرض شوكي ملفوف وغريها وايد أنواع من اخلضار‪.‬‬ ‫عندما كان ابني ال يتعدي عمره سنة كتبت ورسمت كتاب "ألننا نحب الكويت" وهو كتاب من ضمن سلسلة كتب موجه للطفل الكويتي حتمل رسائل تربوية ثقافية تغذوية وايضا وطنية‪.‬‬ ‫ويعترب من اكرث الكتب املطلوبة من املدرسني واالهايل وهذا يحملني مسؤولية أعتز بحملها وهي إيصال رسالة ذات قيمة لعقل الطفل الكويتي وقلبه‪ .‬زوجي اقرتح علي اضافة‬ ‫صفحة عن مضار الرغوة او الفوم املستخدمة استخدام خاطئ يف االحتفاليات‪ .‬قلت له ال اريد ان اضيف منظر غري جميل بكتابي املرتوس صور جميلة عن لكويت وماكنت ابي اخليها‬ ‫صورة من صور الكويت يف عيون االطفال‪ .‬ما كنت ابي ارضخ للرغوة كواقع الن الرغوة اللي يرشها البعض عن حسن نية وجهل بالضرر اللي تسببه للبيئة والناس ترسل رسائل خطرية‬ ‫للطفل منها ان تدمري البيئة وعدم احرتام املمتلكات وحقوق الناس وتخريب ممتلكات الدولة و ممتلكات اآلخرين وتبعث رسائل خفية بان التدمري والتوسيخ والعنف امور ممتعة واحيانا‬ ‫دعوة للمفخرة ايضا!‬ ‫جهل كبري و عدم ثقافة وكأنه انتقام وليس احتفال‪ .‬فيه الكثري من العداوة ضد اآلخرين‪.‬ومنظر الشارع بعد حرب الرغوة حمزن وقبيح‪ .‬أعرف الكثري من الناس ال يخرجون للتعبري عن‬ ‫فرحتهم بسبب هذه الصورة املشوهة عن األعياد الوطنية‪.‬‬ ‫احلمداهلل و أشوه أين ما ضفت هالصورة يف كتابي‪ .‬حزتها ما كنت أعرف أن كتابي راح ينتقل لعدة دول وسيكون موجود يف املكتبة الوطنية يف فرنسا وسيطلبه مني مدرسني يف‬ ‫عدة دول منها أمريكا وهولندا و أسرتاليا‪ .‬أيضًا عيايل خذوه ملدارسهم هني‪ .‬و طبعا سعيدة باالخبار اللي اسمعها من الكويت انه مت منع الرغوة بالكويت إن شاء اهلل ال يحل بديال عنه‬ ‫اي شي ممكن يضر الناس او البيئة او الكويت باي شكل و إن شاء اهلل يكون تعبرينا عن فرحتنا بأرقى األساليب والتي حتمل رسائل تربوية عميقة للطفل‪ .‬كل عام وإحنا والكويت بألف خري‪.‬‬

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Farah Al-Humaidhi @piecesbyfarah @piecesbyfarah

Pieces by Farah Designs to Enliven Your Life!

Pieces by Farah is a brand, I launched in the year 2011, a Functional mix of Furniture & Home Accessories manufactured in Kuwait. Pieces by Farah is not just about unique & amazing Furniture & Home accessory lines but is also about quality & craftsmanship. Pieces comes in 3 wide ranges namely, Furniture Pieces, Lighting Pieces & Home Accessories. The distinctive design & its practical application are the most fascinating aspect of the line. The adaptability & functionality of the Furniture pieces, the exquisiteness of the Lighting pieces & exclusiveness of the home accessory line are the endearing facets of its startling evolution. Pieces, as a concept was evolved out of the need to create multifunctional pieces that are adaptable & useful for tight spaces. My intention was just not to create an artistically beautiful piece but also functional that made sense to the space constraint. I focused more on exploring form & functions of each piece to gather their diverse application than what one would see at a glance. I sought to create pieces that are practical & serviceable to newlyweds who live in apartments and these pieces in turn unveil their versatility & resourcefulness while entertaining guests. Pieces as I already mentioned, is a functional mix of furniture that lets you to customize each piece as per ones taste. The beauty being each piece comes with more than 4 pallets and each pallet has over 30 options to customize from, resulting in creating hundreds of unique pieces. The Product ranges from Furniture, Lighting to Home Accessories. The furniture collection is a vast compilation of functional pieces ranging from coffee table, side tables and centre table to single seaters that can be converted into individual puffs. The lighting collection is a set of customizable lamp shades ranging from floor to table lamps. The newest entrant, Home Accessories is the most extensive blend of the lot, ranging from vases to tablewares. Here I would delve more into the Tablewares which is a significant part of my collection.

TABLEWARES

The tablewares form an integral part of any dining experience. The kind of tableware that you choose for dining leaves a positive effect on the meal taken, be it when you are alone or when you are hosting an elaborate party. They not only lend elegance to most simple dinner but also add an element of excitement that makes dining a memorable experience. The Tableware design whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simple or intricate, enhances the aura of the room where the meal is served & also complements the meal that has been painstakingly prepared. Creating memories becomes effortless when one knows how to add magic to everyday life with use of tablewares. Pieces By Farah Tableware collections comprises of small bowls & trays, bread basket, embrace bowls to Compartment Trays & large Cone bowls that can be used for large & substantial gatherings. The uniqueness is not only due to the variety of shades available which is customizable but more due to the material used â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hardened Crochet. The distinctiveness of the tablewares shaped out of the hardened crochets, lies in its reputation for quality, design& its customizability. Tablewares are not only suitable for small gatherings but are also adaptable for bigger occasions like weddings & receptions. Below detailed are the descriptions of some of our exclusive products:

The Trays Pieces:

Pieces have a wide range of trays that are appropriate for any kind of gatherings. First comes our Bowl trays which come in 3, 4 & 6 bowls- which is immensely popular for distributing dry fruits & nuts. Second is the Round, Square & Rectangle Trays which are regular tray coming in different sizes ranging from small, medium to large & finally we have the Compartment Trays ranging from one , two & three. The compartments trays are highly received due to its functionality. They can be used for serving food at one side & tissue on the other side or spoons & forks on the other end or desserts on one side & the topping on the other sideâ&#x20AC;Śthe options are endless varying according to one desire & taste.

All our Pieces can be ordered on line, so kindly visit our website: www.piecesbyfarah.com

The Cake Stand: The most unassuming yet the most refined Piece is the Cake Stand, which hold the dessert overhead & has storage underneath for the serving plates. A beauty that can carry alone, irrespective of the spectacular dessert that it displays. The Cake Cover Piece & Tri Cover Piece are part of the series that inherits same exclusiveness yet performs its job effortlessly.

The Coffee Trays & Tea Tumbler Sets: One of the most desired Pieces is the Coffee Tray. Coffee, being the regional favorite, is to Middle East what Chocolates are to Swiss. Saying this the amount of coffee being served is just mind blowing hence with this in mind our coffee tray comes with 12 set of glasses which ease in dispensing the coffees faster. Pieces also have Tea tumbler Sets which come in different shades to match the mood of the space or the owner. You have an option of two shapes, Flower for regular & Square for those who prefer a modern touch.

Bowls:

Pieces initial foray into the tablewares were with the launch of the Bowl Series. They range from individual embrace bowls to small bowls & to the large cones. For small gathering & small portions Embrace Bowls are the perfect match while for large get-togethers options are available from Large Glass Cone Bowls to Round Stainless Steel Bowls. Pieces, not only lend charm to the dinning space but also make the event a moment to cherish. Pieces now come in 3 Style namely Dantail, Fiber & Hole along with a wide range of palettes. One has the option to select according to ones Dining Space to match the fabrics or the paints on the walls. The functional aspect of the Pieces Tablewares makes it charm be it in a small group or at a large congregation.

Tissue Holder & Tissue Basket: A very down to earth product yet most functional are the napkin holders & Tissue Baskets. They not only serve the purpose for which it was crafted but also do it with a flourish by adding charm to the space.

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February 2013

‫‪Areej Hamadah‬‬

‫‪LDSB‬‬

‫االدارة القانونية للمشاريع‬ ‫‪ LDSB‬هي اختصار جلملة ‪Legal Department for small business‬‬ ‫مبعنى االدارة القانونية للمشاريع الصغرية فأغلبنا يسعى لتحقيق النجاح‬ ‫يف مشروعه اخلاص فرتاه يوفر كل أسباب النجاح من ناحية االعداد ووضع‬ ‫اخلطط االسرتاتيجية اضافة اىل دراسة اجلدوى لتحقيق الربح املادي و املعنوي‬ ‫ولكن أين هم يف الكويت من االهتمام بالدور القانوين سواء على مستوى احلياة‬ ‫الشخصية أو على مستوى املشاريع التجارية فيما عدا الشركات الكربى‬ ‫يف الكويت مقارنة باهتمام الدول األجنبية أو الغربية بالدور القانوين و أهمية‬ ‫املستشار القانوين ‪.‬‬ ‫ويف ظل انتشار املشاريع الصغرية بشكل عام و املنزلية بشكل خاص لدى‬ ‫الشباب ورغم جناحهم على مستوى دول اخلليج وليس فقط على مستوى‬ ‫الكويت اال أنهم يفتقدون لقيمة االستشارة القانونية وال يعون مدى أهمية‬ ‫وخطورة األوراق املالية املتعامل بها إضافة إىل توقيعهم على عقود قد تكون‬ ‫بها بعض البنود الغامضة بحيث ال حتمي حقوقهم أو تلزمهم بواجبات قد تكون‬ ‫مرهقة لهم وقد تدخلهم يف مشاكل قانونية هم يف غنى عنها مما قد‬ ‫يحملهم بتكاليف مادية عالية‪.‬‬ ‫فاالستشارة عبارة عن عمل فكري بالدرجة األوىل وجوهره هو توجيه هذا الفكر‬ ‫نحو فحص و تشخيص خمتلف املعطيات وتقدميه بشكل رأي يحقق أكرب قدر‬ ‫ممكن من احلماية القانونية لصاحب املشروع ‪.‬‬ ‫وحيث أن الشاب عند بدأه ملشروعه يكون تفكريه كله منصب على كيفية جناح‬ ‫هذا املشروع وبالتايل جلوءه إىل مبدأ االستشارة القانونية مهم جدا لتخفيف‬ ‫العبء عليه فيما يخص مراجعة ودراسة القوانني و املراسيم و القرارات‬ ‫الوزارية واللوائح اال انه مع األسف الشديد رغم أهمية ذلك مل يصل الغالبية‬ ‫بعد اىل القناعة الالزمة باعتماد االستشارات القانونية كمنهج عملي و تنظيمي‬ ‫الدارة املشروع حتى لو كان هذا املشروع صغري ويف بدايته ولعل ذلك يعود‬ ‫إىل تدين درجة الوعي القانوين بني املتعاملني واىل أن ذهنية الناس يف جمتمعنا‬ ‫تفضل أن تتعامل مع املرض بعد وقوعه من أن تتعامل مسبقًا مع وسائل‬ ‫الوقاية من املرض وعليه‪ ،‬ميكن القول إن االستشارة القانونية يف بالدنا ال‬ ‫حتظى باالهتمام الكايف واملناسب باعتبار أن االستشارة القانونية وقاية‬ ‫والدعوى عالجًا وهو اسلوب يساهم بتطور هذا املشروع لقيامه على اسس‬ ‫سليمة لعدم امكانيته يف ظل التحوالت املتتالية أن يواكب النمط املتسارع‬ ‫و املتشابك ملنظومة قانونية معقدة فالعمل االستشاري القانوين تبقى له‬ ‫مكانته املتميزة يف النظم القانونية التي تصبو اىل ضبط و ترقية االداء ‪.‬‬ ‫ولعل معظمنا يعرف حجم الطلب على االستشارات القانونية واملدى الهائل‬ ‫املتقدم الذي وصلت إليه االستشارة القانونية يف أعمال احملامني يف‬ ‫أوروبا وأمريكا وبقاع أخرى من العامل بحيث أصبحت معظم شركات احملاماة‬ ‫املعروفة والعريقة يف العامل هي تلك الشركات التي تتخذ من االستشارات‬ ‫القانونية نشاطًا رئيسًا بل رمبا وحيدًا لها‪.‬‬ ‫والواضح أن هذا القرن يف جمال مهنة احملاماة هو قرن االستشارات‬ ‫القانونية ال قرن املنازعات القضائية وأن ذلك يعزز بعوامل عديدة منها أن‬ ‫حياتنا اليوم موسومة بطابع االتصال فائق السرعة وهذه ال تقبل بطء التقاضي‬ ‫سواء كان التقاضي عامًا (قضاء الدولة) أو خاصًا (قضاء التحكيم) كما أن إنشاء‬ ‫العالقات القانونية والتعامل بني األشخاص الطبيعيني منهم واملعنويني مل يعد‬ ‫يؤسس على افرتاض حسن النية وسهولة التنفيذ واملصداقية‬

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‫الصغيرة‬

February 2013

‫‪VILLA‬‬

‫‪By Abkhat Al-Roumi‬‬

‫السرداب الكويتي علي طريقة هوليوود ‪...‬‬ ‫منذ‬

‫فرتة من الزمن انتشرت فكرة السرداب يف الفلل الكويتية ونحصرت فكرة‬ ‫السرداب واستخدامه علي منط واحد وهي فكرة الصاالت املفتوحة وهي الفكرة املنتشرة‬ ‫بشكل كبري و شائع يف اغلب الفلل يف الفرتة األخرية اصبحنا نرى تنوع وأفكار جديدة يل‬ ‫استخدامات السرداب يف البيت الكويتي صمم سرداب منزلك علي حسب احتياجاتك وليس‬ ‫علي الفرضيات وما اقصده بالفرضيات ما نسمعه من جملة شهرية يل أصحاب الصاالت‬ ‫املفتوحة بالكويتي (( إذا صار عندنا حفلة أو عزمية )) اهلل يكرث افراح أهل الكويت ان شاء‬ ‫اهلل لكن من املمكن ان نوفر نظام الصاالت املفتوحة يف الدور األرضي و نستغني عن تكرار‬ ‫نفس الفكرة يف السرداب من الذكاء ان نستفيد من كل ركن يف املنزل و نوظفة التوظيف‬ ‫الصحيح ال تغفل عن أي ركن من أركان منزلك استغل كل مساحة متوفرة لديك بذكاء وابتكار‬ ‫وال تنسي يجب ان يكون تصميم اخملطط مفيد و يلبي احتياجاتك اجمع بني القيمة اجلمالية‬ ‫للمنزل و التوظيف الذكي يل املساحات دون استثناء اي منهما كن مبتكر وتخيل ان السرداب‬ ‫هو عامل املرح لك ويل أسرتك دلل نفسك من خالل تصميم خمتلف عن املعتاد والشائع‬ ‫واختار ما يناسب عائلتك واحالمهم هناك أكرث من فكرة ميكن تطبيقها بسهولة وذكاء وهذا‬ ‫ما نراه يف الوقت احلايل من تطور نظرة اجملتمع الكويتي للمنزل‬

‫عش حياة املشاهري‬

‫من منا ال يحلم ان يعيش حياة املشاهري وجنوم السينما ومااقصده هو بيوت املشاهري‬ ‫وجنوم السينما كن جنم يف منزلك وما يجذبنا لهم هو ما نراه من ترف ووسائل الراحة يف‬ ‫فلل هوليوود‬ ‫هناك أفكار بسيطة وسهلة التطبيق اخرت منها ما يناسبك ويناسب عائلتك اجعل احلياة‬ ‫تنبض بكل ركن من منزلك وحقق امنياتك من خالل التخطيط يل سرداب مفيد لك ويل عائلتك‬ ‫هي أفكار ليست جديدة ومت تطبيقها وتكراره اخرت منها ونفذها علي طريقتك اخلاصة بنمط‬ ‫هوليوود ترى من خاللها نفسك مع مراعاة مساحة املنزل و الواجهة واالرتداد‬

‫املساحات الصغرية ‪...‬‬

‫إذا كنت من أصحاب املساحات احملدودة من ( ‪ ٣٥٠‬ايل ‪ ) ٤٥٠‬مرت من املمكن ان تستغل‬ ‫املساحة بذكاء احد األفكار ان تستغل كل املساحة املوجودة بالبناء واالبتعاد عن املالحق‬ ‫من خالل توظيف السرداب بان يكون موقف للسيارات وجزء منه للمطبخ ومبا ان البيت الكويتي يف الغالب يتطلب وجود طباخ وسائق أيضًا من املمكن ان نوفر غرفة يل موظفني‬ ‫املنزل يف السرداب مع وجود باب داخلي تستطيع من خالله ان تصل ايل داخل املنزل بسهولة وباب آخر خارجي خلف املنزل بني املطبخ الرئيسي واملطبخ يف الدور األرضي مع‬ ‫توفري مصعد للطعام بني املطبخ الرئيسي والداخلي لتوفري خدمة أسهل وزيادة أدوار املنزل سرداب دور ارضي وأول وثاين أو علي حسب احتياجك‬

‫املساحات املتوسطة ‪...‬‬

‫وهي املساحات األكرث شيوعا يف الكويت من ( ‪ ٥٠٠‬ايل ‪ ) ٧٠٠‬مرت املساحات يف هذه احلدود تكون فيها خياراتك متعددة من املمكن ان تقسمها ايل ثالث أقسام جزء منها يكون يل‬ ‫موقف السيارات وجزء منه سكن يل موظفني املنزل وجزء منه يكون عبارة عن نادي صحي متكامل من حمام سباحة وأجهزة رياضية وغرفة سونا أو ان تستغني عن موقف السيارات‬ ‫وسكن املوظفني وتستبدله بتوفري غرفة معيشة يل األطفال مع مطبخ حتضريي وحمام مع مساحة خمصصة يل األطفال و مكتبة خاصة بهم وكل ما يسعد أوالدك إنشاء حارة‬ ‫للدراجات أو ترميبلوين وأي ألعاب تسعد أطفالك من الضروري توفري مساحة معقولة لألطفال داخل املنزل وذلك بسبب الظروف املناخية للكويت ال تسمح لألطفال االستمتاع واللعب‬ ‫خارج املنزل طول السنة إال اشهر قليله خالل السنة‬

‫املساحات الكبرية‬

‫وهنا تكون خياراتك أكرث من ما سبق يل املساحات الكبرية من ( ‪ ١٠٠٠‬ايل ‪ ) ١٥٠٠‬مرت واكرث لك ان تختار من ما سبق وان تضيف عليه عش حياتك علي طريقة هوليوود واستمتع بوسائل‬ ‫الراحة والرتفيه يف منزلك كما ذكرنا فيما سبق ان يكون لديك نادي صحي خاص مع حمام سباحة وغرفة سونا مع توفري األجهزة الرياضية ومارس متارينك اليومية يف منزلك ومتتع‬ ‫بصحة جيدة وأيضًا ممكن ان تضيف صالون جتميلي خاص بك وغرفة مساج توفر فيها درجة احلرارة الالزمة مع أجواء هادئة وكما نري اآلن يف الكويت اغلب مراكز التجميل واملراكز‬ ‫الطبية والنوادي الصحية توفر خدمات منزلية بكفاءة عالية إذن انت بحاجة ايل أرقام هواتف ألخذ املواعيد وانت يف منزلك متتع مبكتبة خاصة او صالة سينما منزلية مبؤثرات صوتية‬ ‫عالية اجلودة ومقاعد مريحة عيش جو السينما يف منزلك وأيضًا ممكن ان تضيف مالعب مصغرة مع مراعاة ارتفاع االسقف وان يكون هناك تخطيط مسبق لالسقف الن املالعب‬ ‫حتتاج ايل ارتفاعات معينة ممكن ان يكون لديك ملعب كرة قدم يل األوالد أو ملعب تنس أو كرة سلة علي حسب الرغبة‬

‫لك ان تختار ‪...‬‬

‫من املمكن اختيار اي فكرة مما ذكرناه عن املساحات الكبرية وتطبيقة يل أصحاب املساحات الصغرية واملتوسطة‬ ‫من فكرة واحدة ايل ثالثة وليس اكرث وذلك يل التزامك باملساحة املتوفرة لديك عش حياة املشاهري علي طريقتك اخلاصة بتوفري كل ما تتمناه من وسائل الراحة يف سرداب منزلك‬ ‫هي أفكار من املمكن تطبيقها ال تبخل علي نفسك ودلل نفسك انت وعائلتك علي طريقة هوليوود بأجواء كويتية ‪..‬‬

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EACH a business with a noble cause

This month’s visit is quite extraordinary. It is the best visit I made to date; the place I visited, and the business I discovered is just amazing. It’s unique. It’s different. And it’s something worth a lot of praise, admiration and support. Dr Raghad Al Motabbagani, a Saudi therapist specialized in helping children with various disabilities overcome their problems and obstacles with horseback riding started to give sessions in various locations here in Kuwait. The fact that the sessions take place in several locations might sound very convenient to some, but it is in fact due to lack of funding. Not that Dr Raghad is complaining -- on the contrary, she is full of positivity and is adamant on helping people no matter the cost. She says that as long as she has a horse, a saddle, and a child in need of help, she’s ready to help. I met the parent of one of the children. She was seemed very happy and relieved to have met Dr Raghad. It was one of the most inspiring moments I have witnessed recently. The mother of the 5-year old girl told me, “I was very happy when I found out that Dr Raghad can offer this great help at such an affordable cost. It’s such a tiring journey to discover that your child had a mental disability, and it’s another story of agony and pain to find suitable help for this child. Dr Raghad’s business is a true blessing.” I was brought to tears when I finally met the gorgeous 5-year old girl. She was very smart, brave, and very loving. As is my nature when I see kids, I kissed her cheeks and she gave me a very warm hug and a kiss on my cheek. It was very beautiful. I felt so happy that she is being helped by someone as Dr Raghad. This child, and I’m sure many other children, are bright and wonderful and they deserve to be given a chance to improve and communicate. After the kiss and the hug, she withdrew and went to a world of her own. She was very reclusive, but Dr Raghad managed to manipulate all the guarding fences this little girl has built; she started to speak to her in a medium she understands better due to her mental -- I don’t wanna say disability, let’s just say “state” … She started to sing the commands to the child. Soon enough, the child started to hum to the tune, and then to my awe she spoke the commands to the horse. She said,” Walk, Daisy.” And Daisy walked! What a wonderful breakthrough! A child on the spectrum of autism, speaking a command to a horse! “What we try to do is try to force the patient to face the reality of here and now,” explained Dr Raghad. Assisting her are her two daughters, who are ever so affectionate and warm towards all the kids. Seeing them interact was beyond inspiring. Dr Raghad can be reached via phone on number 55189515.

‫ال أبالغ حني أقول أن هذا املشروع من أفضل املشاريع التي رأيتها إطالقًا يف حياتي‪ .‬مشروع الدكتورة رغد املطبقاين ‪ EACH‬يهتم مبعاجلة اإلعاقات اجلسدية والذهنية‬ ‫عن طريق الفروسية‪ .‬من كان يعتقد أن ركوب اخليل يساعد يف حتسني اإلعاقات اجلسدية والذهنية؟ مل أفهم كيف ميكن ذلك عندما سمعت عنها يف البداية لكن عند‬ ‫زيارتي للدكتورة رغد يف نادي املسيلة رأيت الطريقة املميزة التي تتعامل بها الدكتورة مع األطفال ذوي اإلعاقات الذهنية وحتدثت مع أولياء أمور بعض األطفال الذين كانوا‬ ‫متواجدين يف املكان يف تلك األثناء‪.‬‬ ‫قالت يل والدة أحد األطفال‪“ :‬نحن ممتنون جدًا لوجود خدمات كالتي تقدمها الدكتورة رغد‪ .‬جمرد معرفة أن طفلنا مصاب بالتوحد هو معاناة كبرية‪ ،‬واملعاناة األكرب هي إيجاد‬ ‫خمتصني للتعامل معه‪ ،‬لكن وهلل احلمد مع اخلدمات التي تقدمها الدكتورة هنا نحن نالحظ حتسن حالة طفلنا بشكل كبري‪”.‬‬ ‫تعامل الدكتورة رغد بشكل مهني مميز‪ .‬قبل ابتداء جلسة العالج كانت تكلمني بكل شغف وحماس عن عملها يف بريطانيا ثم األردن قبل أن تقرر اجمليء إىل الكويت‪ .‬سألتها‬ ‫عن سبب اختيارها للكويت بالتحديد‪ ،‬فقالت أن شيئًا ما يف الكويت وأهلها جذبها بشدة للعمل هنا‪.‬‬ ‫ابتدأت اجللسة مع طفلة جميلة مصابة بالتوحد‪ ،‬وكانت سارحة يف عامل آخر ولكن الدكتورة رغد استطاعت بطريقتها اخلاصة أن جتذب انتباه هذه الطفلة‪ .‬من املعروف‬ ‫أن األطفال املصابون بالتوحد ال يجيدون التواصل مع اآلخرين‪ ،‬لكن الدكتورة رغد بخربتها استطاعت أن تعلم هذه الطفلة كيفية إعطاء األمر للحصان باملشي والتوقف‪ ،‬كان‬

‫بالفعل مشهد ال ينسى‪ .‬من املعروف أيضًا أن األطفال املتوحدون يفضلون‬ ‫العزلة وال يحبون االختالط باآلخرين إال أن اجلو الذي وفرته الدكتورة رغد مع‬ ‫فريقها جعلها تشعر باألمان وكانت سعيدة ومستمتعة بوقتها‪.‬‬ ‫أنصح اجلميع بالذهاب لرؤية ما تقدمه الدكتورة رغد‪ ،‬فمشروعها مميز‬ ‫ويستحق كل الدعم‪ .‬للتواصل معها ميكنكم االتصال بالرقم ‪٥٥١٨٩٥١٥‬‬ ‫‪Photography By Abdulrhman Al-Yousef‬‬

‫الفروسية‬ ‫العلاجية‬

‫مشروع مميز‬ ‫بهدف نبيل‬

A Kuwaiti girl goes to

Antarctica

We met Maryam and instantly fell in love. She’s passionate, positive, and has high aspirations. Just by sitting with her, our office filled with positivity and joy. Maryam studied in the USA and then in Spain, and throughout her studies she traveled to several places around the world. We met her and talked about her recent trip to Antractica.

Q: Why did you go to Antarctica? What did you enjoy the most about the trip?

A: I have always wanted to visit a new and different place as opposed to the cities I usually visit, besides that I wanted to go somewhere far and that might be considered as “the end/ edge of the world”. I enjoyed the wilderness of Antarctica, the best thing about my trip was that i got to experience nature at its fullest where there is nothing manmade or altered, and the activities we did during our trip such as hiking, mountaineering, kayaking, and camping were very enjoyable. Not to forget the amazing group of people traveling on the same ship where most of them are frequent travellers, and you get to hear stories about their experiences around the world.

February 2013

Q: Talk to us a little about the project you’re starting for cancer survivors

A: While I was in Antarctica I was inspired by many travelers on the ship, especially some breast cancer survivors who came to experience the adventure of Antarctica. While I was there I started thinking of creating a similar activity for the breast cancer survivors in Kuwait by arranging a trip every year so they would travel and experience new destination and a new adventure. As a start, I am creating a simple greeting cards project (@ikrooti) as a small business to help raise some money for the fund as a start.

Q: When do you plan to do this?

A: Hopefully during this year. Currently I am searching for breast cancer survivors through family and friends, and hopefully through the City Magazine I will attract more.

Q: We know that you’re working on some greeting cards for sale to raise funds for your project. Why greeting cards?

A: I have learned that to create (or innovate) something, you need to find your pain and create the pain killer. And in my life, I was not lucky in finding (or getting) the right greeting cards that are suitable for many occasion, and that was my pain. Creating greeting cards that represents cultural events from my life was my Pain killer. Check @ikrooti to get more information.

Q: What would you say is your motto in lie? A: Do good to feel good!

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‫شابة كويتية تذهب إلى‬

‫القطب الجنوبي‬ ‫يف هذا العدد تعرفنا مع الشابة الكويتية مرمي سلطان عبداهلل‪ ،‬شابة طموحة تعشق عملها وتقوم‬ ‫حاليًا بالعمل على مشروع خريي مميز جدًا يستحق كل الدعم واملساعدة‪.‬‬ ‫ترى مرمي أن طريقة مساعدتها لغريها ستكون من خالل تقدمي أعز األشياء إىل قلبها وهو السفر ‪،‬‬ ‫جتهز مرمي حاليًا لرحلة إىل القطب اجلنوبي جملموعة من الناس الذين تشافوا من مرض السرطان‪.‬‬ ‫السبب هو أن مرضى السرطان غالبًا ما يكونون قد خرجوا من دوامة سلبية مع املرض ورحلة العالج‪،‬‬ ‫وتتمنى مرمي من خالل تنظيمها لهذه الرحلة أن تساعدهم على الشعور باملغامرة والفرح ومتكينهم‬ ‫من اإلحساس بأن ما واجهوه من مشاق يف رحلتهم من املرض إىل العالج يستحق العناء فع ًال‪ .‬االبتعاد‬ ‫عن كل ما يشتت الذهن والرتكيز على احلياة والطبيعة اجلميلة شعور مميز وجميل‪ ،‬وتود مرمي أن‬ ‫تساعد هؤالء األشخاص للشعور بذلك‪.‬‬ ‫أسرة جملة ذا سيتي فخورة جدًا مبرمي وتتمنى لها كل التوفيق‪.‬‬

‫‪Photography By Mahmood Al-Rayes‬‬

‫‪February 2013‬‬

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The creators of this website are three young aspiring entrepreneurs Aroob AlAbdaly, Basma AlBaghli, and Nour AlBaghli who are passionate about weddings, celebrations, and events. Their dynamic personalities lead their collaboration in the formation of the website where each individual plays a vital role. They aim to aspire generations of brides to be and take Yalwah.com to endless limits!

February 2013

What is Yalwah.com?

Yalwah.com is kuwait’s first online wedding directory/blog of its kind related to the world of weddings, events, celebrations, and all the preparations related to it. The website is subdivided into two parts on the same page that is user friendly. First of all, the directory consists of 16 categories of the best service providers in the wedding and event industry. Through these categories, users can view and select the services that suit their needs and tastes.

What makes Yalwah unique?

We are friends that have a common interest in this specific field as well as our knowledge, experience, connections, and clientele. All of these elements qualify us into being an important intermediary source of information between vendors and clients within quality and high standards that are the basis of our work.

Does your website offer any kind of discounts or promotions?

Yes, indeed we do! Our website offers more than just a phonebook or a regular listing, in fact all companies within the categories of our directory have special offers or packages specifically for the Yalwah clients (website users). Our aim is to serve clients who need assistance in planning their happy moments within the wide spectrum of events.

How does the directory work?

The directory currently has 16 different categories. These categories appear on the website and are clickable to take you to the list of companies within these categories, then the user can select the company of their choice and view its special page that contains the company’s information along side with offers and promotions provided by that specific company. At the end of their selection journey, they will end up having a specialized list of choices.

What are your current activities?

We are already pre occupied by the website and our clients, we participated in a highly important event which we sponsored and were guest speakers at, which was “LDSB” Legal Department for small businesses. We showed our role and support in such awareness campaigns where we showed support for all small businesses. We are also participating in P2BK in March!

What do you wish to achieve in the future with Yalwah.com ?

Yalwah wants to expand its borders locally and regionally as being the most prominent source of information and high quality services in the field of weddings, events, and celebrations!

What would be your advice to any ladies who are thinking of establishing their own business but are reluctant or in need of advice?

We would advise anyone starting any type of business to never give up and to always believe in yourself no matter what obstacles come along the way, even if you started small, it will gradually expand and prosper through your commitment, effort, and continuation

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Photography By Khadija Al-Shimmiri

Prof. Peter Corridon

Emerging Weight Loss Trends

ere in the second month of 2013, and it doesn’t seem like your resolution to loose weight will last. Perhaps you have made similar resolutions year after year and have not seen any substantial results. The diets and personal sacrifices have brought little reward in your quest to merely get back in shape, reduce your risk for obesity or loose substantial and life-threatening fat. In such cases it is natural to get disheartened. If you are reading this, and can relate to this scenario, either personally or with regards to a loved one, I wish to tell you that you are not alone. Here in Kuwait, as well as across the globe, this problem also plagues the staggering, and growing proportions of individuals that suffer with weight loss year after year. Growing rates of obesity are threatening the state of health worldwide. As a means of trying to combat this effect, health practitioners, researchers and even government officials/spokespersons have begun to preach the need for our societies to become less indulgent in poor eating habits and sedentary lifestyles, and more reliant on proper diet and exercise. Many have responded to these petitions, and are taking significant measures to ensure their health and longevity. Take for instance the United States. Within our lifetimes, no one can deny that this country has been at the forefront of the discovery of many of the world’s great inventions and insights that enhance our daily lives. As a result, with the alarming global rate of obesity, there is an intense interest in the development of non-surgical alternative methods to combat obesity. Many can argue the pros and cons of these alternative methods, however this is not my aim in this discourse. It is merely my hope to identify the emergence of these alternate weight loss trends, and encourage you the reader to consult your medical practitioner if you have specific interest in any of the succeeding procedures so that you may properly gauge whether you should purse any interest in a given technique(s). In this article, we shall consider 3 techniques: Metabolic Boasters; Weight-Loss Hypnosis; and Fat Freezing.

First, let us discuss Metabolism Boasters. These are compounds and techniques that directly enhance a person’s natural metabolic rate, and in so doing increase their fat burning capacities. There are exhaustive lists of such compounds (in either natural forms or dietary supplements) and identified methods that range from increasing your water intake to enhance kidney function; increasing the consumption of foods high in fiber that slow down the rate of digestion and reduce food cravings and binge eating; reducing the consumption of foods that are high in sugar and salt that reduce metabolic rates; the consumption of several small meals across a day; and the use of cold drinks that force your body to burn greater quantities of energy that can be stored in fat deposits in an attempt to regulate normal temperature. Next, we shall consider Weight-Loss Hypnosis. This technique is generally used in conjunction with diet and exercise plans. This procedure is aimed to utilize the brain’s ability to intensely concentrate on a subject, in this case weight loss, and help an individual hyperfocus on his or her weight loss goal and aid the pound shedding process. As you read this you may consider that it is difficult to gauge the success of this process, and you would be absolutely correct in your judgment. This is because most scientific studies that have been used to evaluate this process have observed minor weight loss that averages around 3 kilograms, and have been challenged for the manner by which these conclusions are made. Nevertheless that may or may not be a placebo effect that can help the weight loss process. The last method that will be discussed is Fat Freezing. This process uses Cryolipolysis, a method that vacuum pressure and intense cooling temperatures to significantly reduce the temperature of fat cells (in fatty deposits) below the skin, causing them to rupture and thereby reduce the sizes of fat layers. This process is considered as a non-surgical substitute for liposuction. During a treatment session, the fat freezing device is applied directly to the skin and thermal conduction is exploited to rapidly and transiently decrease tissue normal temperatures. As one could imagine, with this process, there can be numbness and bruising of skin covering the fat. However, no longterm damage or discomfort has resulted from such procedures. The massive waiting lists and costs associated with weight loss surgeries, and the substantial lifestyle demands these processes require, may increase the demand for alternative weight loss regimens. Furthermore, living in this blessed nation we benefit from the many pleasures of life. These pleasures, as previously witnessed in other societies, also have the ability to lead us to more sedentary lifestyles that foster rapid and significant weight gain. Unfortunately, for many it is generally easier to add fat than eliminate it, and thus weight loss can be an enormous challenge to confront. Nevertheless, if you are in such a situation that requires you to loose weight there are still proven methods that can provide welcomed results. The methods outlined above have been shown to be quite useful, but as always for long-term results there’s seems to be no getting away from making lifestyle changes that rely on proper diet and exercise.

February 2013

‫‪PHARMACISTS‬‬ ‫‪Ph. Nouf & Shabari‬‬ ‫‪Al-Qahtani‬‬

‫المـيـزوثـيرابي‬ ‫جميعنا االن نسمع عن امليزوثريابى والكثري قام بتجربته فما هو امليزوثريابى؟مما‬ ‫يتكون؟وحمذور ملن؟ومايفعله؟وماهى اثاره اجلانبيه؟‬

‫ما هو امليزوثريابى؟‬

‫امليزوثريابي وهي عبارة عن حقن صغرية و دقيقة جدا غري مؤملة اىل حد ما ‪ ،‬تعطى حتت‬ ‫سطح اجللد و حتتوي على مواد و تراكيب خمتلفة قد تكون مستخلصات نباتية او مكمالت‬ ‫غذائية او فيتامينات او إنزميات او احماض أمينية او مواد مغذية او مواد معدنية او أدوية‪.‬‬

‫يتكون من‬

‫مستحضرات سائلة قابلة للحقن يف طبقات اجللد بواسطة اإلبر الدقيقة مثل ‪ :‬موسعات‬ ‫االوعية الدموية ‪ ،‬مضادات االلتهاب غري الستريويدية خمففات التوتر العضلي ‪ ،‬االنزميات‬ ‫احلالة للربوتني ‪ ،‬املواد البيولوجية ( و تشمل الفيتامينات واملعادن و خالصة النباتات )‬ ‫‪ ،‬و اللقاحات ‪ ،‬الهرمونات ‪ ،‬املواد التخديرية ‪ ،‬مضادات الهرمونات ‪ ،‬كما ميكن إضافة مادة‬ ‫الفوسفاتيديلكولني ‪ ،‬وهي عامل مضاد لألكسدة مشتق من مادة اللستني ( مادة دهنية‬ ‫يف انسجة النبات ) و مادة األيزوبروتريينول و اللتان تستخدمان بصفة خاصة يف معاجلة‬ ‫السليوليت و تقليل دهون اجلسم ‪.‬‬

‫ما يفعله امليزوثريابى‬

‫امليزوثريابي هي تقنية عرفت يف عام ‪1952‬م على يد طبيب فرنسي يدعى مايكل بيستور‬ ‫وهي خاصية طبية تتضمن حقن مواد صيدالنية وفيتامينات وايضا احلوامض االمينية اسفل‬ ‫سطح البشرة‪ .‬وامليزوثريابي عالج آمن وفعال للسيليوليت والذي ساعد الكثري من النساء‬ ‫لعقود من الزمن وان هذه التقنية تستخدم يف كل من احلاالت التالية‪:‬‬ ‫‪ -1‬إزالة للسيليوليت‬ ‫‪ -2‬لتخفيف الوزن‬ ‫‪ -3‬لنضارة الوجه والتجاعيد‬ ‫‪ -4‬إلزالة الشحوم والسمنة املوضعية‬ ‫‪ -5‬الكلف وحب الشباب والندبات‬ ‫‪ -6‬تشققات يف اجلسم (السرتش مارك)‬ ‫‪ -7‬لتساقط الشعر‬

‫اثاره اجلانبيه‬

‫كدمات على سطح اجللد تختفي خالل اسبوع‪ ،‬وتورم بسيط ويستمر ليوم او يومني‪ ،‬ويالحظ‬ ‫بعض املرضى حدوث حكة ملدة ساعتني بعد اجللسة وينصح بارتداء املالبس الفضفاضة‬ ‫وجتنب التمارين الرياضية القوية ملدة يوم بعد اجللسة‬

‫مدة العالج والتخدير‬

‫حتتاج كل عالجات امليزوثريابى سواء إلزالة الدهون أوالسليوليت أو إعادة منو الشعر أو شباب‬ ‫الوجه إىل متوسط من ‪ 5‬إىل ‪ 15‬جلسة‪ .‬عدد اجللسات يختلف وفقًا لنوع العالج وحالة الشخص‬ ‫الذى يتلقى العالج‪ .‬عادة ترتاوح الفرتة بني اجللسات من ‪ 10‬إىل ‪ 14‬يوم‪ .‬تستغرق اجللسة بني‬ ‫‪ 5‬إىل ‪ 30‬دقيقة وفقًا حلجم وعدد املناطق املعاجلة‪ .‬احلقن بامليزوثريابى ال يستغرق وقت‬ ‫طويل و ال يسبب أى أمل تقريبًا‪.‬‬

‫بالنسبة للتخدير‪..‬ال يحتاج حقن امليزوثريابى إىل أى تخدير حيث أنه يحقن بإبرة رفيعة جدًا‪ .‬قد‬ ‫ُيستخدم فقط كرمي خمدر على املنطقة املراد حقنها قبل احلقن‪.‬‬

‫متى تظهر النتائج‬

‫ً‬ ‫عادة ال تظهر نتيجة امليزوثريابى إال بعد اجللسة الثانية أو الثالثة‪ .‬إلزالة الدهون ستبدأ مالحظة‬ ‫أن املنطقة املعاجلة تبدو أنحف و اجللد يبدو فى حالة أفضل‪.‬‬ ‫ً‬ ‫إلعادة‬ ‫فستفقد تقريبًا نصف سم من الدهون فى اجللسة الواحدة من بعد اجللسة األوىل‪.‬‬ ‫شباب الوجه ستبدأ فى مالحظة أن نوع اجللد يتحسن بعد ثانى أو ثالث جلسة‪ .‬إلزالة‬

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‫ً‬ ‫عادة فى رؤية النتيجة بعد اجللسة الثالثة‪.‬‬ ‫السليوليت وإعادة منو الشعر تبدأ‬ ‫عمومًا فى حاالت إزالة الدهون‪ ،‬احملافظة على الرياضة والغذاء املتوازن القليل فى الدهون‬ ‫و النشويات يجعل ظهور النتائج أسرع و أفضل‬

‫من يجب االمتناع عنه‬

‫‪.1‬املرأة احلامل و األم املرضعة‬ ‫‪ .2‬األشخاص املصابون بداء السكري املرتبط باألنسولني‬ ‫‪ .3‬األشخاص الذين لديهم تاريخ شخصي باإلصابة بالسرطان‬ ‫‪ .4‬األشخاص الذين لديهم تاريخ مرضي باإلصابة باجللطات الدموية أو األمراض‬ ‫املرتبطة بالدم‬ ‫‪ .5‬األشخاص الذين يتناولون أدوية مسيلة للدم‬ ‫‪ .6‬األشخاص الذين يتناولون جمموعة من أدوية القلب‬ ‫‪ .7‬األشخاص الذين لديهم تاريخ مرضي بأمراض القلب‬ ‫‪ .8‬األشخاص الذين يعانون من السكتة الدماغية ‪.‬‬

Dr.Yousef Sadik Marafie

Prosthodontist Specialist in Implants, Esthetic, and Reconstructive Dentistry. Bayan Dental Clinic @bayandentalkw Bayandental

Bright Smile for The harmony of the teeth is the secret behind every beautiful smile. This directly reflects on the individual external appearance, which at the end has a great impact on their self-confidence. To create a beautiful smile it is crucial to follow golden principles. Not only does it involve proper alignment, shape and color of the teeth in relation to the face and lips, it goes further by taking into consideration the personality of the individual. Where even when following worldwide guidelines, we aim to keep an individual smile as part of their own personalized characteristics. With the major advancement of technology we see in the world of prosthodontics and cosmetic dentistry, it is now possible to achieve the desired smile in a rather short period of time. This in return has a positive impact on the individual especially in their self-confidence an acceptance around people. Today, a white smile compliments a white wedding. Having a white smile is one of the top esthetic demands that every bride stresses on in order to shine on her wedding day with a glowing smile. Veneers and lumineers are one of the latest options provided in prosthodontic and cosmetic dentistry. Basically, they are a thin, strong layer of ceramics (porcelain), a restorative material, that are placed on the outer surface of the front teeth. Veneers and lumineers similar in concept to eye contact lenses. Veneers have a thickness ranging from 0.5-0.7mm; whereas, lumineers have a thickness of 0.3mm. Veneers and lumineers can be the proper choice of treatment to change the color and shape of teeth. Additionally, they are used to correct any present dental abnormalities and defects such as closing a diastama, mild crowding and visible cracks on the surface of the teeth.

Every Bride

As a result, with the help of veneers and lumineers we now can create a bright smile that is in uniform in shape and color with the rest of the teeth. This method is an efficient dental cosmetic treatment that can be achieved within a short period of time when compared to other forms of treatment such as orthodontic treatment. To every bride, take the steps to shine with a beautiful mesmerizing smile on your special day. Consider consulting your prosthodontist before your wedding to follow professional advice and recommendations in order to obtain maximum benefits and satisfactory results. Prosthodontists advice brides-to-be to initially visit the dentist before the wedding in a proper and reasonable period of time. This will allow them to efficiently plan their treatment step by step. It will also allow them to fabricate primary molds to give an over view of the treatment plan as well as discuss thoroughly the treatment and the predicted outcomes. These steps will ensure achieving maximum results of every case depending on the state and number of teeth involved. In general, the bride is recommended to visit the dentist at least one month before her big day. It is also important to point out that prosthodontic and cosmetic dentistry requires patience and complete cooperation on behalf of the individual. It is strongly advised not to rush the treatment because remember prosthodontic and cosmetic dentistry is very similar to building a house. The more time you spend on the foundation, the better the results.

To all our brides to be, your bright smile is our goalâ&#x20AC;Ś.

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I AM THE

Woman

February 2013

A lovely art gallery and cultural experience, Tahani Al-Ayoubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s I Am the Kuwaiti Woman is a photography exhibition that takes place in one of the alleys of Shuwaikh. The exhibition displays magestically in black and white the great pictures of Kuwaiti ladies, moments frozen from their everyday lives.

The idea for the exhibition started with Tahani Al-Ayoub, a photographer who saw that the current tense situtation is very negative and filled with discord. It is at times like these that it becomes important to remember the suffering of our ancestors who worked very hard on keeping the rhythm of life ongoing amidst the long absence of men in their long trips into the sea for pearl diving. Kuwaiti women played a significant role not just in the far past, but also in the near past during the 1990 invasion. Kuwaiti women stood side by side with their brothers and fought for their freedom. The exhibition aims to create a sort of solidarity and union between todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s devided Kuwait. The photographer Tahani Al-Ayoub managed to create a very interesting space for contemplation, dialogue and reflection on the beauty of the past, and all the great values that existed strongly in the past.

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‫نبعت فكرة هذا املشروع نظرا للظروف التي متر بها بالدنا العزيزة منذ فرتة ليست بقليلة متزقت من خالل بعض التصرفات غري املسؤولة اللحمة الوطنية‪ ،‬و أصبح بني‬ ‫األخ و أخيه يف الوطن فوارق كثرية منها الطبقية و الطائفية و القبلية التي نخرت يف قيم اجملتمع الكويتي األصيل و ألن املرأة الكويتية كانت لها اليدالعليا يف التنشئة‬ ‫اجملتمعية و احلفاظ على األسرة و تربية األبناء و السهر على املنزل و متطلباته يف غياب الرجل يف رحالت الغوص على اللؤلؤ و التجارة كسبا للعيش و التي كانت تستغرق‬ ‫أشهرا عديدة‪.‬‬ ‫كما كان لها دور فاعل أثناء الغزو العراقي الغاشم‪ ،‬فقد كانت نعم األم و ربة املنزل‪ ،‬كما ظهرت املرأة بصورة جديدة حيث قاومت جنبا اىل جنب مع أخيها الرجل فأصبحت‬ ‫األسرية و الشهيدة‪.‬‬ ‫إن معرضنا هذا يلقي الضوء على مناذج من نساء الوطن باختالف تركيبتهن االجتماعية‪ ،‬فال فرق بينهن بتاتا و هن يشكلن لبنات بناء الوطن بكامله من خالل عرض صورهن‬ ‫يف جزء يشكل موروثا تاريخيا لكل شعب الكويت‪ .‬فعندما نقول “السكة” يفهم اجلميع املعنى‪ .‬فالسكة هي شارع صغري تقع على جنبيه املنازل فيلتقي اجلميع صباح‬ ‫مساء بشكل متآلف من روح األسرة الواحدة يتزاورون يف السراء والضراء و قد حرصنا على ان تكون املرأة الكويتية من معظم تلك النماذج تتحلى باالزياء اخملتلفة و‬ ‫احللي قدميا و حديثا‪ .‬مل نستعن يف هذا املعرض مبوديل لتقوم بدورنا يف اجملتمع و لكن املرأة الكويتية وقفت بنفسها بشخصيات كويتية حقيقية وقفن جنبا جلنب‬ ‫لتقول “أنا املرأة الكويتية” راجني املوىل عز و جل ان يحفظ الكويت أمريا و حكومة و شعبا‪.‬‬

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‫‪Photography By Lulwa Al-Khattaf‬‬

‫الكويتية‬ ‫�أنا املر�أة‬

‫معرضفوتوغرافيفيسكةبالشويخ‬

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MAKINGOF

February 2013

‫السيدة تهاين األيوب‬ Tahani Alayoub

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Athoob Al-Shuaibi www.athoob.com @athoob @athoob

Photographing

The National Holidays

he Law of Kuwait prohibits taking pictures of people in public places without their notion, but allows photography in public events and celebrations, or places in which a person is expected to be vulnerable to photographers’s cameras. So, we find that national holidays in Kuwait must not be missed out as a chance to practice event and street photography, which is based on documenting physical expressions and emotions. One of the most important tips for a successful photo-shoot is to take as much photographs as you can. Get close to the people and show their faces, or choose a telephoto lens for closeup shots. Also, take multiple shots of the same scene to ensure that you get the best moment. People often welcome photographers and deliberately draw their attention during these events, so always be ready. Despite the willingness of people to be observed, it must be taken into account that women may not welcome having their pictures taken of them nor of their children. Allude to be authorized either by a smile, salute or simply by waving your camera. Furthermore, choosing a high visibility vest shows that you are a trustworthy photographer and encourages the public to interact happily with your camera. Remember, look behind your back because the best shot might be happening over there! Documenting the national holidays will be incomplete if you don’t take some shots of the buildings which compete with each other in decorations and splendid illuminations. Maybe you’ll have to get a prior written authorization to shoot some of them, such as banks, stock exchange and government buildings. Photographers are often stopped by security guards. But, above this frustrating fact, they usually get the most beautiful footage of the cityscape during this season. Perhaps you should accompany some pros to learn where you can find the perfect locations if this is your first time shooting. Finally, you don’t have to worry, because you will get so many photographers which will leave you puzzled of what are you going to do with all of them at the end of the celebrations. Happy National Holidays my beloved Kuwait.

February 2013

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‫‪PHOTOGRAPHERS‬‬ ‫‪Khadija Al-Shimmiri‬‬ ‫‪@k_alshimmiri‬‬ ‫‪@k_alshimmiri‬‬ ‫‪Khadija Al-Shimmiri is a passionate young photogapher. We love her for her enthusiasm and persistence, and admire her taste‬‬ ‫‪in photography. For this issue she is introducing us to the photos of Ahmad Aleidan‬‬

‫‪SONY NEX-7‬‬

‫استمتع باحتاد السرعة واألناقة مع األداء والسيطرة يف‬ ‫كامريا ‪ ،7-NEX‬والتي مت تزويدها بحساس ذي مقاس كبري‬ ‫من نوع ‪ APS-C‬مما يتيح لك احلصول على صور رائعة عالية‬ ‫اجلودة‪ .‬وتتميز الكامريا بأسرع فارق زمني للتصوير يف العامل‬ ‫قدره ‪ 0.02‬ثانية وضبط بؤري تلقائي عايل السرعة لالستجابة‬ ‫لسرعة اإلضاءة‪.‬‬

‫‪FUJIFILM INSTAX‬‬

‫التصوير يف هذا العصر متعه ال مثيل لها‬ ‫ولكن استخدام الكامريا الفوريه هو املتعة‬ ‫احلقيقه‬ ‫بعيدًا عن االحتفاظ بذكرياتنا يف سيدي او‬ ‫ميموري‬ ‫ونفقد تلك اللحظة والذكرى اجلميلة‬ ‫احملفوظة فيهم مبجرد فقدنا لهم‬ ‫هنا يأتي دور كامريا فوجي الفورية‪ ,‬تصور‬ ‫ويف يف نفس الوقت تطبع الصورة‬

‫‪50MM LENS‬‬ ‫العدسه االجمل يف عامل الكامريات‬ ‫وتستخدم على نطاق واسع من قبل الكثري والعديد من‬ ‫املصورين‬ ‫وهي رائعة جدًا يف تصوير البورتريه‪ ،‬وتتميز بفتحة عدسة‬ ‫وساعة جدًا (‪ )1.2‬مما تتيح عزال رائعًا يف الصور وستأخذ‬ ‫راحتك يف تقليل االيزو‬ ‫العدسة من صنف عدسات الربامي (‪ )Prime‬اي مبعنى ال‬ ‫ميكنك عمل زوم بواسطتها‬

‫‪MONOPOD‬‬

‫يتم استخدامها يف جميع احلاالت و لكن يف حاالت اإلضاءة‬ ‫األكرث تطرفًا فيكون احملول ‪ Monopod‬بدي ًال لطيف للحامل‬ ‫الثالثي ‪tripod‬‬ ‫حيث انه يعترب اسهل كثريًا يف حمله ومع املمارسة عليك أن تكون‬ ‫قادرا على حمل احملول ‪ monopod‬حتي يكون قريب ومستقر كما يف‬ ‫احلامل الثالثي ‪، tripod‬وذلك لفرتة قصرية على أي حال‪.‬‬

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Ahmad Aleidan www.bin3edan.com ahmad@bin3edan.com 500 36 800

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By Bashayer Al-Osaimi

Old is bashayeros

GOLD ‫قدميك ندميك ولو جديدك أغناك‬

Friday Market Despite all the megamalls, hypermarkets and grand shopping centers, the Friday Market, Kuwait’s most renowned market remains one of the biggest landmarks in the country. You don’t have to buy anything there; all you have to do is just walk into the place and take a stroll between the aisles. It’s very comforting to know that with all the inflation and price hikes, there remains a place where you can purchase goods with very reasonable prices. I found a very lovely set of outdoors seating coushins at a very affordable, rate. There are also the traditional Kuwaiti painted dishes and glasses which are very cute, I could almost swear that the tea tastes very different and much better when you use them. I also found small wooden boxes decorated with beautiful carvings. They were very wellmade, I’m pretty sure if they were sold outside the price would have been very high. We also saw a lot of fabrics, strings, and buttons thrown around. For those who would like to look around, they will be able to find a few gems amid the pile of stuff. The Friday Market is indeed a true gem of Kuwait. It captures quite a lot of the Kuwaiti sense. It’s one of the very best places in Kuwait, seriously.

February 2013

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‫لتسهيل التسوق للزائرين ‪ ،‬مساحته احلني ‪140000‬‬ ‫مرت مربع ‪ ،‬متخيلني انهم ‪ 2600‬بسطه تقريبا وركبو‬ ‫مظالت للبسطات عشان حتميهم من الشمس‬ ‫هذا غري اخلدمات مثل مصليات وكافرتيات واسعاف‬ ‫ومركز شرطه ودورات مياه ‪ ،‬طبعا مواقف السيارات‬ ‫مساحتها ‪ 10000‬مرت مربع ومع هذا ما حتصل موقف‬ ‫اال بالغصب ‪ ،‬ايام العمل اخلميس واجلمعة والسبت‪.‬‬ ‫ادري وايد ناس ماراح تفكر تشرتي شي من سوق‬ ‫اجلمعة بس على األقل روحو شوفوه ترى ممتع‬ ‫وايد ‪.‬‬

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‫سوق الجمعة‬

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‫‪www.thecitym.com‬‬ ‫‪Photography By Abdulrhman Al-Yousef‬‬

‫تطور األسواق ومير الزمن ويبقى سوق اجلمعة‬ ‫من اشهر و اقدم االسواق يف الكويت ‪ ,‬ممكن‬ ‫تالقي كل شرايح اجملتمع تتسوق او تتمشى‬ ‫هناك مو شرط انك تشرتي شي بس ملا تتمشى‬ ‫وتشوف اشياء بسيطه هناك وبأسعار رمزيه جدا‬ ‫ترتاح النك تدري على هالغال اللي بالعامل للحني يف‬ ‫اماكن مثل سوق اجلمعة ممكن يتسوق منها‬ ‫االنسان البسيط ‪.‬‬ ‫من ناحيه ثانيه يف اشياء صعب انك تالقيها يف‬ ‫مكان ثاين بنفس هاالسعار ‪ ،‬يعني شفنا هناك‬ ‫قعدات عربيه من السدو للرب والدواوين بأسعار‬ ‫معقوله (طبعا كان السعر بدون ما اكاسر) والوان‬ ‫واشكال يعني طب وتخري ‪ .‬حبيت املواعني هناك‬ ‫وايد خصوصا قوري امللبس واستكانة ام نقطه ‪،‬‬ ‫احس الشاي فيهم طعمه غري ‪.‬‬ ‫من كرث االشياء وتنوعها ماتدري عند منو توقف‬ ‫‪ ,‬من البسطات املميزه اللي شدة انتباهي‬ ‫الصناديق اخلشبيه املشغوله ‪ ,‬حبيتها وايد‬ ‫والنقش اللي عليها دقيق ومتقن اتوقع لو ينباعون‬ ‫بره راح يكون سعرهم خيايل ‪ ,‬للي يحب االنتيك‬ ‫ضروري يزور هالبسطه ‪.‬‬ ‫واحنا نتمشى مرينا على جهه كلها خامات‬ ‫وكلف ‪ ,‬الكلف والزراير حمذوفني على األرض‬ ‫بس تالقي بينهم اشياء زينه اذا الواحد له خلق‬ ‫يحوس ‪ ،‬اما اخلامات نوعيتهم زينه لالستعمال‬ ‫العادي وخصوصا الرتتر عجبوين وبصراحه ماكو‬ ‫فرق بني الرتتر مالهم والرتتر اللي ينباع مبحل‬ ‫اخلامات العاديه ‪ ،‬و العيد الوطني ما نسوه تالقون‬ ‫السديريات اللي عليها علم الكويت اشكال والوان‬ ‫وحق كل األعمار ‪.‬‬ ‫طول ما انت متشي تالقي احلماليني يفرتون‬ ‫عشان يشيلون اغراضك ملا سالت البنغايل جم‬ ‫تاخذ قايل دينارين ‪ ،‬بالنسبه يل اشوفه سعر معقول‬ ‫بالنسبه للوقت اللي يفرت فيه وراك‪.‬‬ ‫طبعا يف زاويه كان فيها زرع وورد صناعي لك‬ ‫عليه شوي ‪ ,‬بس لنا واملصور عبدالرحمن صممو‬ ‫اين اصور فيها وبصراحه الصوره طلعت حلوه‬ ‫عكس ما توقعت ‪.‬‬ ‫الشي اللي لفت انتباهي نفسية اللي يبيعون‬ ‫ناس بسيطه وايد و دمهم خفيف ويحبون ياخذون‬ ‫ويعطون معاك حتى لو ما شريت منهم ‪.‬‬ ‫سولفنا شوي مع واحد من املسؤولني يف سوق‬ ‫اجلمعة وقالنا ان السوق من خمس سنني ما كان‬ ‫بهالصوره هذي وان حصله جتديدات وتوسيعات‬

Angelatto: Unique Dessert, Delicuous Experience

I have been an avid follower of Angelatto on Instagram. Their picture of the chocolate fountain was always one of my major weaknesses. I could almost smell the warm aroma of choclate just by looking at the picture. Recently I was invited to a dinner, and decided to take dessert form there. The trip to Angelatto was totally worthwhile! The name of the place combines the words Angel and Gelatto, and indeed the gelattos are angelic/heavenly!

February 2013

Let me tell you about the gelatto cup, a delicious treat made of three layers: sorbet, ice cream, and biscuit. I tried the their signature Spicy Chocolate. Words cannot describe how good this flavor is; it’s just amazing. I don’t think I have ever tasted anything this good in my life. Their banoffee flavor is another story, studded with delicious tiny banana candy and intense in flavor. They also have a raspberry and frozen yogrut gelatto cup, but I couldn’t taste it; I had to leave room for the cake.They serve a yummy kanafa cake, made with creamy cheese ice cream filling and sprinkled with orange-colored kanafa noodles.There was also a banoffee cake, a red velvet cake (who doesn’t love anything red velvet?) but the winner in my opinion is a scrumptious concoction that involves lemongrass and raspberry. The base is an almond cake, and it is topped with raspberry gelatto and then a layer of lemongrass gelatto. The different flavors blend together very well. It’s absolutely delicious. Let’s start from the beginning; the deocration is exceptional. The wooden furntiture, the great lighting, and the beautiful colors of the displayed items are very inviting. I felt as if I was transported to a cozy European cafe. The place smells of waffles and coffee, two of my favorite food aromas ever. I spent nearly four horus at the cafe; time indeed flies when you’re around great food. I took a look around the many fridges, and all items on display were virbantly colorful, made of ice cream. Flavors vary between those of tangy fruits, rich deep coffee flavors and biting spices. They also had ice cream sandiwches made with macaroons; delicious! Some of the flavors that I fell in love with are chocolate, vanilla, laveder, lemon, caramel, blossom water, bubblegum, and raspberry. Some of these flavors are a little unfamiliar, but they taste exceptional.

I couldn’t resist but walk into the kitchen of Angelatto, where I met the chef and he was kind enough to let me help in making some dessert. I made Snickers waffles and learned the best way to present them in the most appetizing and attractive manner. It goes perfectly with a cup of esspresso. With Angelatto, it’s a different story: an affogato, a scoop of vanilla ice cream downed in coffee, which comes with a little bit of melted chocolate on the side, that’s completely pampering yourself.

Another fantastic dessert they offer is the gelatto bonbon; colorful ice cream balls on wooden sticks, which can be styled like the Kuwaiti flag. A wonderful idea for a gift to be given to friends or family. You should definitely go to Angelatto next time you’re going to a dinner or lunch and looking for dessert to take with you. Or you know what? Just go get a treat for yourself. Why shouldn’t you? Until I see you in our next issue to talk about another food experience, take care!

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‫ليست فقط حلويات التقدمي الصغرية هي ما تقدم يف اجنيالتو‪،‬‬ ‫فالكيكات الكاملة ايضا من اختصاص اجنيالتو و هم بارعون بابتكار‬ ‫نكهات غريبة و مميزة ‪ ،‬منها كيكة الكنافة ‪ ،‬طبقة اآليسكرمي‬ ‫باجلبنة مع رشات من الكنافة الربتقالية و جتربة جديدة للجميع‬ ‫بأن يستطعموا الكنافة باردة ‪“ ،‬الرد فيلفت” ميكنك تخيل الطعم‬ ‫مبجرد النظر اليها ‪ ،‬من منا ال يحب حلويات باللون االحمر ؟؟‪،‬‬ ‫كيكة البنويف ايضا حملبي املوز و التويف ‪ ،‬أما اهم هذه النكهات‬ ‫و االلوان و التقدمي فالفائزة األوىل كانت كيكة “التوت و الليمون‬ ‫جراس” ‪ ،‬طبقة من كيك اللوز تعلوها طبقة من جيالتو الرازبريي”‬ ‫توت” تعقبها طبقة من” الليمون جراس” ‪ ،‬درجات متفاوتة باللون‬ ‫و الطعم و القوام تتشارك و تتداخل لتعطيك الطعم احلامل ‪.‬‬

‫كان املفضل لدي نكهة الفستق ألنه نكهة‬ ‫املكسرات املفضلة لدي على اإلطالق‪ ،‬لننتقل‬ ‫“للجيالتو كب” ‪،‬طبقة من السوربيه و طبقة من‬ ‫االيسكرمي و طبقة البسكويت ‪ ،‬ثالث طبقات كل‬ ‫واحدة منها حتكي حكاية ‪ ،‬حلويات اجليالتو كب‬ ‫كما ميكننا ان نستوحي من االسم تقدم يف‬ ‫كؤوس صغرية هي ايضا من حلويات التقدمي‬ ‫الشهية ‪ ،‬أحد أهم النكهات و اغربها و التي قمت‬ ‫بتجربتها كان “ سبايسي شوكليت” طعم من‬ ‫وحي املغامرة‪ ،‬طعمان يدغدغان حاسة التذوق‬ ‫و تنبهها ‪،‬حار الذع و شيكوالتة غنية الطعم ‪،‬‬ ‫لن احكي اكرث من ذلك فهو طعم ال يتكرر و قد‬ ‫ال جتده إال يف اجنيالنو و قطعًا يستحق التجربة‬ ‫‪،‬حملبي املوز جيالتو كب املوز “ البانويف” نكهة‬ ‫طبيعية و قطعة الزينة بشكل املوز “ النتفة” تزيد‬ ‫الشكل جما ًال و إغراء‪ ،‬هناك نكهات لذيذة اخرى‬ ‫من “اجليالتو كب” منها الرازبريي و الفروزن يوجرت‬ ‫و غريها من النكهات التي حتما ستحب أغلبها‪.‬‬

‫مل استطع مقاومة دخول مطبخ اجنيالتو و مقابلة الشيف‪ ،‬و‬ ‫قمت بأول جتربة يف حياتي يف صنع احللويات يف مطبخ معد‬ ‫و متكامل كمطبخ اجنيالتو ‪،‬قمت بتحضري السنيكرز الوافل و‬ ‫تعلمت طريقة التقدمي املثالية كما هو احلال لديهم‪ ،‬قطعتان من‬ ‫الوافل ‪ ،‬قطعتان من عجينة الوافل بنكهة زبدة الفول السوداين‪،‬‬ ‫مع ملعقة آيسكرمي و شوكوالتة باملكسرات ‪ ،‬طبق كهذا يحتاج‬ ‫قطعًا إىل فنجان اسربيسسو و اللذي جتده لدى اجنيالتو بنكهة‬ ‫قوية “مضبوطة” ‪.‬‬ ‫من املشروبات املميزة برتكيبتها الفريدة و طعمها املتكامل‬ ‫لدى اجنيالتو “أفوجاتو”‪ ،‬ملعقتان صغريتان من ايسكرمي الفانيال‬ ‫يف كأس ‪ ،‬تأتيك مع فنجان اسربيسو و فنجان من الشيكوالتة‬ ‫السائلة من نافورة الشيكوالتة التي تتوسط احملل‪ ،‬فتقوم بخلط‬ ‫االمزجة الثالثة يف كأس األيسكرمي‪ ،‬طعم حلو بني ساخن و بارد هو‬ ‫اكمل درجات الدالل لنفسك ‪.‬‬ ‫“ اجليالتو بون بون”‪ ،‬حلويات اآليسكرمي بنكهات و الوان متنوعة‪،‬‬ ‫قطع االيسكرمي الصغرية على عيدان خشبية‪ ،‬و مبناسبة األعياد‬ ‫الوطنية فإن “أجنيالتو” يقدمونه على شكل علم الكويت‪ ،‬انصح‬ ‫باالستمتاع بها مع األهل و األصدقاء خالل فرتة إجازة العيد‬ ‫الوطني‪.‬‬ ‫جتربة اكرث من رائعة‪ ،‬من حيث اخلدمة و االصناف و األجواء‪ ،‬وصو ًال‬ ‫غلى دخول املطبخ و تعلم املزيد حول عامل األيسكرمي اإليطايل‬ ‫و املصنع يف الكويت بفكرة كويتية ذكية و مبتكرة‪ ،‬و متعة ال‬ ‫تنتهي بالزيارة فالطلبات املنزلية و طلبات احلفالت و املناسبات‬ ‫اخلارجية جتعل من مناسباتكم ذكريات ال نتنسى بحالوة األيسكرمي‬ ‫من “أجنيالتو”‬ ‫حتى التقي بكم يف العدد القادم‪ ،‬و جتربة جديدة‪ ،‬كل عام و انتم‬ ‫بخري و وطننا احلبيب بألف خري‪.‬‬

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‫أجنيالتو‪:‬‬ ‫جتربة حلوة‪،‬‬ ‫وحتلية فريدة‬

‫اسم احملل يتكون من مقطعني باألصل‬ ‫(اجنل) ‪ :‬مالك و (جيالتو) ‪ :‬ايسكرمي‪ ،‬و هو‬ ‫بالفعل طعم (مالئكي) ‪،‬إضاءة جميلة و‬ ‫ديكورات خشبية و الوان مبهجة يف تلك‬ ‫الزاوية تشد انتباهك فتأخذك خطواتك‬ ‫لتستكشف ما هو هذا املكان‪ ،‬أول شعور‬ ‫يل كان استمتاعي مبكان جديد و احساس‬ ‫بأنني خارج الكويت‪ ،‬لون اخلشب الداكن و‬ ‫الكراسي البنفسجية و الوسائد امللونة‬ ‫تدخل السرور إىل النفس ‪ ،‬عن نفسي‬ ‫قضيت أكرث من اربع ساعات يف املكان دون‬ ‫ان اشعر‪ ،‬رائحة تلف املكان مبزيج ما بني‬ ‫عجينة الوافل و رائحة القهوة اللذيذة ‪ ،‬أهم‬ ‫مزيج يبعث السرور يف قلبي‬

‫مل تكن زيارتي هذه الزيارة األوىل لـ “اجنيالنو”‪ ،‬فقد كنت‬ ‫من متابعيهم على كانت صورهم تشد انتباهي دائمًا ‪،‬‬ ‫خاصة نافورة الشوكوالتة‪ ،‬كنت استطيع ان اشم رائحة‬ ‫الكاكاو من خالل الصور‪ ،‬كنت قد دعيت إىل مناسبة و‬ ‫قررت تأن أخذ التحلية من اجنيالتو ‪ ،‬و عند زيارتي شدين‬ ‫كل شيء يف املكان‪ ،‬فقررت أن اشارككم هذه التجربة‬ ‫بزيارة و صور جميلة بجمال املكان و النكهات‪ ،‬و يوم‬ ‫خمصص اقضيه يف اجنيالتو لتشاركوين فرحة النظر و‬ ‫الطعم لديهم ‪ ،‬لنبدأ الرحلة‪.....‬‬

‫تنقلت بني برادات العرض كل شيئ‬ ‫لديهم ملون و مصنوع من االيسكرمي‪،‬‬ ‫نكهات متنوعة ما بني الفاكهة و القهوة‬ ‫و املكسرات حتى البهارات الالذعة ‪،‬‬ ‫املكارون باجليالتو بألوانه و نكهاته و حجمه‬ ‫الصغري تصعب مقاومة التجربة‪ ،‬نكهات‬ ‫منوعة ما بني الشيكوالتة و الفانيليا و‬ ‫الالفندر و الليمون و الكراميل و ماء الزهر‬ ‫و التوت و البابل جم‪ ،‬نكهات غريبة أعلم‬ ‫ذلك لكنها فع ًال تستحق التجربة‪ ،‬ميكنكم‬ ‫االستمتاع بها خارج احملل فأجنيالتو لديهم‬ ‫علب حافظة للربودة لساعات‪ ،‬انصح ان‬ ‫تأخذوها كضيافة عند زيارة االصدقاء‪،‬‬

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‫* وجدت نفسي يف العمل يف املطاعم ‪..‬‬ ‫ونعم أشتاق للكويت كثريًا‬

‫دعينا نتحدث اآلن عن عملك يف الواليات املتحدة األمريكية‪ ،‬كيف بدأت القصة؟‬ ‫عندما تخرجت من اجلامعة كان تخصصي يف التاريخ حيث أنني أعشق التاريخ‪ ،‬ولكنني مل أكن‬ ‫أخطط ألن أكون مدرسة كوالدي‪ ،‬وكنت يف تلك الفرتة أعيش مع عائلة أمريكية من أصول‬ ‫لبنانية‪ ،‬وأثناء دراستي كانت هنالك عائلة عراقية قررت افتتاح مطعم مأكوالت لبنانية يف يف‬ ‫منطقتي يف متشيغن حيث أن والية متشيغن باملناسبة مليئة باملهاجرين العرب‪ ،‬فتقدمت‬ ‫للوظيفة وأثناء مقابلتي قلت لهم‪ :‬أنا أتكلم العربية وأحب "احلمص" فهل لديكم وظيفة يل؟‬ ‫ومن هنا بدأت مسريتي يف العمل يف املطاعم والتي بدأتها كنادلة‪ ،‬وانتقلت من مطعم إىل‬ ‫آخر يف مدينتي "كاالمازو" حتى وصلت لوقت كنت أعمل فيه يف ثالث مطاعم يف وقت واحد‪.‬‬ ‫وكيف انتقلتي إىل فيالديلفيا يف والية بنسلفينيا؟‬ ‫والدتي أص ًال من فيالديلفيا وأهلها يعيشون هنا‪ ،‬لذلك انتقلت هنا يف البداية عند خالتي‪ ،‬والتي‬ ‫ما إن استقريت حتى بدأت تقنعني بضرورة العمل يف أحد مطاعم املدينة نظرًا خلربتي يف‬ ‫العمل يف جمال املطاعم وأيض ُا لكرثة املطاعم يف فيالديلفيا خصوصًا وأن هنالك العديد من‬ ‫املطاعم الراقية يف املدينة‪.‬‬ ‫وكيف اخرتتي بني هذا الكم الهائل يف املطاعم؟‬ ‫كان هنالك معرض للفرص الوظيفية يف جمال املطاعم يف املدينة فذهبت له وقدمت‬ ‫سريتي الذاتية ألكرث من مطعم‪ ،‬ومت االتصال بي من قبل أحد املطاعم الراقية وقابلوين‬ ‫وحصلت على أول وظيفة يل يف فيالديلفيا كنادلة أيضًا ملدة أربعة شهور كان يف بعض‬ ‫الفرتات تسند إيل بعض املهام اإلدارية يف املطعم‪.‬‬ ‫وكيف انتقلت ملطعمك احلايل "‪ "El Vez‬؟‬ ‫إنتقلت مديرتي السابقة إىل مطعم "‪ "El Vez‬وعرضت علي أن أكون معها يف نفس املطعم‬ ‫وأن تسند يل مهام إدارية كمسؤولة عن املوظفني فوافقت‪.‬‬

‫يف أي خطوة أقوم بها مستقب ًال‪.‬‬ ‫ما هي الصعوبات التي واجهتك يف عملك هنا يف "‪ "El Vez‬؟‬ ‫أعتقد أنها الصعوبات املعتادة على فتاة يف مثل سني تعمل يف شفتات متأخرة بعض‬ ‫األحيان‪ ،‬ومن حسن حظي أنني أسكن قريبًا جدًا من املطعم‪ ،‬وأيضًا كون الوظائف اإلدارية يف‬ ‫املطاعم يطغي عليها العنصر الذكري فيها بعض التحدي‪.‬‬ ‫فيالديلفيا فيها العديد من الطلبة الكويتيني املبتعثني للواليات املتحدة األمريكية للدراسة‪،‬‬ ‫هل تصادفينهم يف املطعم؟‬ ‫طبعًا أصادف العديد منهم‪ ،‬وكثريًا منهم عندما يعلمون بأنني كويتية يبدون فخرهم وإعجابهم‬ ‫بي كوين منهم وأعمل هنا‪ ،‬بالنسبة يل هذه وظيفتي فقط وأنا فخورة بها جدًا‪.‬‬ ‫هل حصل لك موقف طريف مع أحد الطلبة الكويتيني الدارسني هنا؟‬ ‫نعم يف إحدى الليايل كانت هنالك عائلة كويتية حتتفل بتخرج إحدى بناتها من جامعة متبل‪،‬‬ ‫وكنت وقتها أعمل كنادلة يف املطعم ومل أكشف لهم عن جنسيتي حيث كنت أحدثهم‬ ‫باللغة اإلجنليزية‪ ،‬وعندما كنت أقدم لهم الطعام قامت األم بسؤال ابنتها باللهجة الكويتية‪:‬‬ ‫"وين احلمام؟" فقلت ال شعوريًا باللغة اإلجنليزية‪ ”It’s down the hall on your left“ :‬وذهبت‬ ‫ألكمل باقي الطلب‪ ،‬وعندما عدت سألتني األم‪" :‬إنتي تتحجني عربي؟" فقلت لها‪" :‬إي أنا‬ ‫كويتية" فتفاجأت وقالت يل‪" :‬وليش ما قلتي من األول!"‪.‬‬ ‫أليس من األسهل لك العمل يف الكويت كونك كويتية وبالتأكيد سيكون مدخولك الشهري‬ ‫أعلى بكثري من هنا؟‬ ‫أعتقد أن السبب هو عندما عملت يف فرتة اجلامعة والتي جعلتني حقًا أكتشف حبي لهذه‬ ‫املهنة‪ ،‬ولو مل أحصل وقتها على تلك الفرصة لكنت اآلن جالسة على مكتب أحتسي القهوة‬ ‫وأتقاضى ثالث أضعاف راتبي حاليًا‪ ،‬ولكنني فضلت التحدي هنا وأريد حقًا احلصول على فرصة‬ ‫مشابهة يف الكويت يف أحد املطاعم هناك‪.‬‬

‫متى قررتي البقاء يف أمريكا والعمل فيها؟‬ ‫يف نفس الوقت الذي حصلت فيه على وظيفتي األوىل هنا‪ ،‬فالعمل يف جمال املطاعم يف‬ ‫الواليات املتحدة خمتلف متامًا عن الطريقة املعمول بها يف الكويت‪ ،‬ال أنكر أن يف اآلونة‬ ‫األخرية كان هنالك تطور ملحوظ يف صناعة التغدية واملطاعم يف الكويت ولكن هنا األمر‬ ‫خمتلف متامًا‪ ،‬فثقافة اخلروج لتناول الطعام منتشرة بني األمريكيني بشكل كبري وشبه يومي‪.‬‬

‫هل تشتاقني للكويت؟‬ ‫بالتأكيد‪ ،‬أشتاق لها كثريًا‪ ،‬والزلت أتواصل مع الكثريين هناك‪ ،‬وكلما حصلت يل الفرصة للذهاب‬ ‫هناك ال أفوتها حتى لو كانت ملدة أسبوع واحد فقط‪.‬‬

‫أال تعتقدين أنه يف يوم ما ستعودين للكويت للعمل يف أحد املطاعم هناك أو حتى بدأ‬ ‫مطعمك اخلاص؟‬ ‫طبعًا الفكرة موجودة وال أستبعد أن تكون قريبًا‪ ،‬ولكنني أريد أو ًال أن أتأكد من دراسة املوضوع‬ ‫بشكل جيد جدًا قبل القيام به‪ ،‬حيث أنني ابتعدت عن الكويت ملدة سبع سنوات وال أريد التسرع‬

‫إليسا نحن سعداء جدًا باستضافتك يف جملة ‪ ،The City Magazine‬ونتمنى لك التوفيق يف‬ ‫حياتك أينما كانت سواء هنا يف الواليات املتحدة أو إذا قررتي العودة للكويت‪.‬‬ ‫شكرًا لكم على هذا اللقاء وأنا حقًا سعيدة بوجودكم هنا يف فيالديلفيا مع متنياتي لكم بتحقيق‬ ‫املزيد من النجاحات‪.‬‬

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‫حدثينا عن حياة إليسا‪ ،‬من هي؟‬ ‫أنا إليسا الدوخي‪ ،‬عمري خمس وعشرون عامًا من أب‬ ‫كويتي وأم أمريكية‪ ،‬ولدت يف الواليات املتحدة األمريكية‬ ‫وانتقلت للكويت عندما كان عمري عشر أشهر فقط‪،‬‬ ‫درست كأي طفلة يف املدارس احلكومية يف مرحلتي‬ ‫الروضة واالبتدائي‪ ،‬ومن ثمة درست املتوسطة‬ ‫والثانوية يف نفس املدرسة التي تعمل بها والدتي‬ ‫حتى الصف العاشر‪ ،‬بعدها الواليات املتحدة حيث رجع‬ ‫والدي ووالدتي المتام دراساتهم العليا وانتقلت معهم‬ ‫وامتمت دراستي الثانوية هنا‪ ،‬حيث والدي ووالدتي‬ ‫مدرسي لغة إجنليزية‪.‬‬ ‫إليسا اسم مميز‪ ،‬ما قصة اسمك؟‬ ‫عندما تزوج والدي بوالدتي يف الواليات املتحدة يف فرتة‬ ‫الثمانينات‪ ،‬كان هنالك برنامج مشهور اسمه “‪Who’s‬‬ ‫‪ ”?the boss‬حيث كانت احدى الفتيات الصغريات يف‬ ‫الربنامج املمثلة األمريكية املعروفة ‪Alyssa Milano‬‬ ‫فقرر والداي وقتها تسميتي إليسا نسبة لها‪.‬‬ ‫هل قام أحد من قبل مبمازحتك عندما كنت يف الكويت‬ ‫على اسمك حيث أن اسمك على اسم املغنية اللبنانية‬ ‫الشهرية إليسا خوري؟‬ ‫نعم كثريًا‪ ،‬واملفارقة أيضًا أن عائلتي هي الدوخي‬ ‫التي يأتي منها الفنان الكويتي الشهري عوض الدوخي‪،‬‬ ‫وكثريًا ما كنت اتصل يف املرحلة املتوسطة على‬ ‫بيت صديقتي رمي ألطلبها فرتد علي أمها وتسأل‬ ‫من يريدها فأقول‪" :‬إليسا" فتقول يل مازحة‪" :‬إليسا‬ ‫الفنانة؟ هل من املمكن أن تغنني يل؟" فأقول لها‪" :‬ال‬ ‫أعرف الغناء" فتقول ما اسم عائلتك؟ فأرد‪" :‬الدوخي"‬ ‫فرتد ممازحة‪" :‬ال عاد احلني الزم تغنني" وال استطيع‬ ‫التحدث مع صديقتي إىل عندما أغني ألمها‪.‬‬ ‫ماذا عن اجلامعة؟ أين درستي بعد الثانوية؟‬ ‫درست يف مدينة صغرية يف والية ميتشيغن تدعى‬ ‫"كاالمازو"‪ ،‬وامتمت دراستي بجامعة املدينة الصغرية‬ ‫نسيبًا مقارنة بباقي جامعات الواليات املتحدة األمريكية‬ ‫حيث ال منح دراسية وال مساعدات للطلبة الدارسني‬ ‫فيها فدفعت مصاريف الدراسة بنفسي وكانت هذه‬ ‫نقطة اعتمادي على نفسي وحصويل على عمل لتغطية‬ ‫تكاليف دراستي‪.‬‬

‫إليســـا‬ ‫الدوخي‪:‬‬

‫أتحجى عربي ‪ ..‬وأحب «الحمص»!‬ ‫قابلها‪ :‬جعفر املوسوي ‪ -‬تصوير‪ :‬فهد الغريب‬

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‫مل يساعدك أحد على االطالق؟‬ ‫بلى ساعدين والداي بالطبع ولكنني أردت االعتماد على‬ ‫نفسي فعملت باجلامعة يف البداية مبكتب صغري يف‬ ‫إدارة اجلامعة‪.‬‬ ‫كيف بدأت قصة احلب بني والدك ووالدتك؟‬ ‫كان أبي يدرس كطالب أجنبي يف جامعة جورج‬ ‫واشنطن يف العاصمة واشنطن دي سي‪ ،‬وكانت‬ ‫والدتي تعمل كمرشدة للطلبة األجانب يف اجلامعة‪،‬‬ ‫وبدأت قصة روميو وجولييت من تلك اللحظة‪.‬‬ ‫دعينا نتحدث عن حياتك يف الكويت‪ ،‬هل لديك أصدقاء‬ ‫يف الكويت مازلت تتواصلني معهم؟‬ ‫طبعًا‪ ،‬يف احلقيقة أتيت لتوي من الكويت حيث قضيت‬ ‫إجازة خاطفة مدتها أسبوعني فقط نظرًا لظروف‬ ‫عملي‪ ،‬وقابلت العديد من أصدقاء الدراسة وغريهم‬ ‫الذين اعتدت على قضاء الوقت معهم عندما كنت يف‬ ‫الكويت‪ ،‬أذكر منهم نورة الشمري والتي متلك مدونة عن‬ ‫الطعام‪.‬‬ ‫هل لديك مكان حمدد تفضلني قضاء الوقت فيه يف‬ ‫الكويت؟‬ ‫أفضل اجللوس مع أصدقائي ومن أحب يف أحد‬ ‫كافيهات جممع املارينا‪ ،‬ولكن يف سفرتي األخرية مل‬ ‫أذهب هناك نظرًا لضيق الوقت فقد قضيت معظم‬ ‫إجازتي بصحبة أهلي وأقربائي‪.‬‬

introduces CLEAN, a real food initiative theCITY Magazine, in partnership with a number of passionate business owners in Kuwait launched CLEAN, a real-food initiative that aims to spread awareness about the importance of organic food. The initiative aims to hold workshops, seminars, lectures and cooking classes throughout the year in order to raise awareness and help people achieve their goal in having a healthier lifestyle. The first CLEAN event took place on the 29th of January at Chef Boutique, one of the participating organizers of the event. It consisted of talks by four speakers. Dr Nada Alragom representing Kuwait Food Revolution went first and spoke about the importance of consuming foods that are not processed. Her talk included information about the many unhealthy additives in processed foods and the dangers they pose on our health. This was followed by a talk by Juna Alawadhi, a representative of Jadi Morgan, an organic restaurant in Kuwait that caters for people with food allergies, as well as those who work long hours and don’t have the time to prepare healthy wholesome meals. Ms Alawadhi spoke about the importance of choosing wholesome natural ingredients for preparing meals, especially breakfast. Starting the day with the right meal sets the tone for the rest of the day, and that’s something vital. Mr Hamad Alkulaib, owner of Biophilia Nurseries spoke about several misconceptions people have about the ability to grow food in Kuwait’s climate. Through using certain equipment and techniques, people can grow their own food with ease and convenience, whether indoors or outdoors, he said. Mr Waleed Alessa of Natureland, Kuwait’s premiere organic food brand, and the owner of Alraha Stone Mill Organic Restaurant, shared with the audience some tips about the importance of using good oils in our diet. He explained to the audience oil extraction techniques and their differences, and spoke about the benefits of different oils, but especially virgin coconut oil. The lectures were followed by a dinner prepared by Ms Shaikha Alarfaj, owner of Ginger Vegan Restaurant. Alarfaj, who has been consuming a plant-based diet for over 9 years now spoke about how eating more vegetables has helped her regain better health and vitality. The ingredients for the dinner were generously provided by Mr Waleed Alessa and prepared by Ms Shaikha. Of course there were some snacks provided by Ginger Vegan Restaurant and Alraha Stonemill Organic Restaurant, as well. The event attendees left the with a bag of goodies which included several gifts from the participating businesses to help them embark on their journey of a healthier life. theCITY Magazine would like to thank the participating businesses for their efforts in making this event a success. Special thanks go to Mr Faisal Khajah at ABYAT for his great efforts. Follow CLEAN’s instagram account @cleankwt for updates on their future events.

February 2013

Photography By Khadija Al-Shimmiri

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Fawaz Al-Omaim

Ingredients: Penne Rigate pasta Conchiglie Rigate pasta Fusilli pasta Heavy Cream Saffron Oregano Basil Leaves Parmesan Cheese Garlic Onion Chili Flakes Tomato Paste Butter Olive Oil Pine Nuts Kalamata Olives Salt Pepper

The Matrix Three-logy Pasta Dish

Preparation: • Bring to a boil 3 large pot of half full water. Cook the 3 pasta separately till al dente. (about 8-10 mins… read box direction) • (Pesto sauce): in a food processor, blend together basil leaves, nuts, garlic, and cheese. Pour in oil slowly while still mixing. Stir in salt and pepper... Toss to the Penne Rigate in a skillet. Set aside. • (Hot Saffron Pink Sauce): In medium skillet, saute garlic in olive oil for 2 minutes. Add tomato paste and simmer for 1 minute. Add heavy cream, simmer for 2 minutes. Add chili flakes & basil. Stir well. Add saffron and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, Add cheese and stir. Toss in the Conchiglie Rigate. Set aside. • (Creamy Kalamata Olive Basil Sauce): Remove the seed of the olives then put in a food processor, add Basil leaves. • In a skillet, heat heavy cream and add the Kalamata Olive basil puree, stir until combine properly. Add black pepper and toss in the Fusili Pasta. • Serve theFebruary three pasta 2013 as you prefer in a serving dish.

The Matrix Trilogy

Two keywords describing “The Matrix Trilogy”… influence and dimension. This movie is so complex that it combines different mythologies, religions, interpretations and philosophies. I have to say that the Wachowski brother’s reflects their multifaceted thinking in the movie. And the depth of the dimension layers which covers the plot is so profound. Not to mention how simple they deliver it to the audience and nothing was lost in translation.

Photography By Mahmood Al-Rayes

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CANDYNAILS,

Lovely Nails, Vibrant Colors

February 2013

One of the new unique businesses in Kuwait that cater for ladies is Candynails, located on the coastal strip of Fintas. We were impressed by their lovely colors and the professionalism of Fatima Khuraibet, the owner of this cute nail spa. Here is our chitchat with Fatima:

the latest worldwide trends. The newest nail trends are the leather effect, velvet and ceramic effects. Girls like everything that is new and daring. We make sure we satisfy all our trendy customers on whats new and fashionable.

Q: Could you introduce yourself to our readers?

Q: Do you offer anything else other than nail services?

Q: What made you decide to open a nail salon?

A: As we are living in a hectic world, we all need to unwind from the lifestyle we live in, the moment the client walks in the salon, something special is offered, and that’s why I’m still growing. My plan is to have 3 sections at the salon, Candy Nails, Candy Hair and Candy Face & Body. Candy Nails is phase one of the salon plan which I have just completed.

The second phase that I am working on now is Candy Hair. In this section of the salon, we focus on hair treatments, dyes, trendy hairstyles. In the near future I will be starting the Candy Face & Body section. Q: What do you wish to achieve in the future?

A: I wish to expand first in Kuwait, then later provide our unique services to the Middle East. Our aim is to educate people more on how to take care of their nails and skin.

Q: What would be your advice to people with ideas for small businesses?

A: Select a business that you enjoy and that complements your lifestyle. The biggest challenge of being a small business owner is also the biggest reward – compassionately managing the employees. And in addition to having responsibility for your employees,You must be involved in your business to make your mark. Even the best staff needs your attention, whether it be to offer constructive criticism or praise. Don’t isolate yourself from your employees or customers. The best advice is to stick with it. A business plan is great, but be prepared to revise it continuously. There WILL be bumps in the road. Your experience in business and in your particular industry grows each day. And, what happens around you can change daily. You have to draw upon these things in order to work through the bumps in the road. There is a sigh of relief once you hit the seven-year mark. Establish core values – be honest and fair, give back to the community, take care of your customers and

A: I’m Fatima Khuraibet and I’m the owner of candynails. I have a bachelors degree in MIS. I currently work in Kuwait Oil Company.

A: My basic concept was to appeal to a certain client. I wanted the business woman, the career woman who wanted the convenience of quality nail care. That was the primary consideration when I conducted my feasibility study dealing with opening a salon.

Q: Do you think the location is good enough to get you a good flow of clients?

A: Yes, I believe our location is excellent since it’s the first nail salon in that area. We cover Fintas, Egaila, Abu-Hasani, Qurain and their surroundings. Plus, we are located on the coastal road with a great view and plenty of parking space. Fintas coastal area is a booming location with many creative businesses opening and providing all the services needed to residents living away from Kuwait City.

Q: What makes your spa different than the rest of the nail spas and salons in Kuwait?

A: We always make sure our customers feel comfortable during their nail salon experience. And I firmly believe that an educated client is always a good client. So I educate them on taking care of their nails, on how their nails should look. Even if I don’t do their nails, I feel that it is important for the client to recognize what good work is and to be able to tell another technician how to do their nails. We have trained our technicians on taking care of the diabetic foot. Diabetics are very sensitive and therefore we have our very own technique and care for those ladies. The salon business is a nurturing industry, and

employees, and have fun. Remember the ‘Grandma Rule’ – treat everyone the way you would want your grandmother to be treated. You can reach us on Twitter and Instagram by looking up @candynails

consequently, I believe in creating a nurturing environment for both employees and clients. As a client, you are treated to the ‘Candy Nails Method’ where every appointment is designed to find out what your needs are and then customized to fit those needs.The feedback is welcome, and rare instances of negative comments are promptly researched and addressed.

Q: What are some of the latest trends in nail colors and styles these days in Kuwait?

A: The world of nail trends and fashion is endless and limitless, we are updated on a monthly basis on

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Photography By Khadija Al-Shimmiri

Fadhila Madouh

How To Create

Fashion

ashion design education does not happen in the typical university lecture hall or laboratory. It takes place in studios (places for work) and through seminars where talents are nurtured and developed through a process of a project based learning, practice, and critical thinking. You will learn to change and innovate. Think differently, unconventionally from a new perspective. You will have to view things more expansively, if you desire to contribute in the fashion design world. Leading fashion couturiers and groundbreaking trendsetters challenged the rules of style, they have created high standards and major influences in hautecouture and ready-to-wear to fabulously elegant accessories through the decades. Their designs have addressed an international audience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not just the privileged classes, but literally, the whole planet. Being a successful fashion designer not only requires drawing, an eye for colour and texture, an ability to visualize concepts in three dimensions, and the mechanical skills in sewing and cutting fabrics. But it also requires knowledge of the business and marketing aspects in the fashion world. Fashion designers cannot neglect the need to shock, to produce something new. It is an extremely competitive industry. Fabrics, colours, motifs, and forms change from season to the next. Seasonal fashion shows start in New York and end in Paris. While the fashion conscious audiences around the world witness style movements and scan the pages of fashion magazines to keep up with the latest trends. We all know that what we wear is an enormously powerful statement that can reveal more about us than anything we may say or do. And fashion is a way of giving a clear message about who we are. However, the abiding fascination with fashion trends and must have items has nothing to do with design and creativity. To help explain more about fashion design I will present articles in the coming issues of the city magazine that focuses primarily on the path that led to the way we look now.

February 2013

Fashion House by A N W A R A L - M A S H A A N

ALJABRIYA BLOCK 1A - STREET 105 - BILL 39 INSTAGRAM @SHATHER_FASHION_HOUSE CONTACT : +965 94023309

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By Nouf Al-Jassim

Black & White

Acessories

Black and white are definitely two of the most popular colors found in fashion as they are never absent from the runway fashion presentations.

The black and white fashion trend is a timeless trend which will never go out of style due to the elegance and simplicity exuded by the colors, it has alway been a trend in almost every fashion labels, in clothing and even in accessories!

Every designer can not resist this chockablock trend! Black & white pairings are an ‘It’ look for this season, its just that simple! “Its great that something so classic is suddenly so cutting-edge” that’s what they say!

Black & White trend never been limited on clothings only! It came into fashion accessories too, you can just mix and match black outfit with a white accessories, where white accessories can always add an unexpected element to an all-black outfit, but again, it’s not as simple as it sounds .. Really!

All of your outfits can instantly be made to dance with the vibe of the moment with the addition of the right Black OR White OR Black & White accessory piece.

No need to add a solid accessory to a bold print to balance it, like a big, beautiful black and white floral dress. Pair the print dress with a simple, solid belt to define the waist and a pair of not-too-delicate heeled shoes (black usually looks better with print).

Usually black & white jewelry are paired with gold, silver, platinum or dark bronze. The point here is your piece must always look classy in an understatedly sophisticated manner.

Inspire yourself from these simple advices and exude the right amount of elegance and sexiness every woman needs in order to underline best her femininity.

with

Sabeeka and Shaikha @Makeuproomkw

The History of Makeup! When you actually look at the habits of people hundreds or thousands of years ago, you will see that appearance has always been important to societies. In fact people have been working very hard to develop the cosmetics. For example; they used Pottery, Fish scales, water, berries, flowers, charcoal, almond oil.. etc to bring out lips sticks, foundations, powders & eye liners, just to look their best! And that’s why cosmetic has such a long history. How did it start? How did it develop? Let us tell you!!

The Ancient Egyptians were developing almost every kind of cosmetic that we would use today. They had creams for stretch marks and to fight aging. They used oils to moisturize their skin and they had collections of perfumes. Most important was the eye makeup “obviously”! They used mixed ingredients to bring out “Kohl” which is the dark-colored powder to make their eyes stand out. Also, to complement the fancy eye makeup, they applied a mixture of red clay and water to their lips and cheeks. The nails weren’t left out either, they used henna to dye them orange.. Yes! It was extremely important to them that they looked and smelled good.

Around the 1920s tanned skin gained popularity. By 1930, there were several products to tan your skin without the sun. And NOW! Today there is a wide variety of cosmetics for every need of which anyone could imagine!

In England in the middle Ages, During the Renaissance, only the Aristocracy used cosmetics. In that time, a “pale face” was the desired look because it defined your place in society. And to achieve that look women and men used variety of products to lighten up their skin. Some of their products were quite dangerous to their health, until they found an alternative cosmetic which is the facial powder that made of zinc oxide. And that’s what they still use today. In the Edwardian society, makeup regained its appeal. Women were expected to have a youthful appearance. And back then cosmetics could be easily bought at any beauty salons, but women were ashamed to admit they needed help to look pretty and young, so they go and buy cosmetics in secrecy to avoid anyone knowing that they needed the products to look young.

The history of cosmetic has been quite varied and colorful, and makeup today continues to be incredibly culturally diverse. It is not only a way to enhance one’s beauty; but it has become somewhat of an art and it is the foundation for the fashion world!

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‫‪Maha Al-Qandi‬‬ ‫‪Mahaalqandi‬‬

‫‪S/S 2013‬‬ ‫‪VALENTINO‬‬

‫‪Mahaalqandi‬‬

‫‪A VERY HAUTE COUTURE‬‬ ‫‪CHANEL‬‬

‫قدمت دار شانيل لربيع وصيف ‪( 2013‬هوت كوتور) عرضا رائعا يف أجواء الغابه حيث‬ ‫امتأل ‪ RUNWAY‬باالشجار والتي ذكر كارل ليجرفلد أنه قد حلم بها ‪ ,‬رسم الرسمه وثم‬ ‫سلمها للتطبيق‪.‬‬ ‫اكرث من اي اسم اخر يف باريس تتفوق شانيل بكل ما يتعلق بالهوت كوتور وذلك يرجع اىل‬ ‫العقل واخليال الرائع للرجل وراء ذلك‪.‬‬

‫قدم فالنتينو عرضه حتت عنوان "الطبيعه اجلمال والعراقه" مستوحى من حدائق‬ ‫الربيع ‪ ,‬وكالعاده كانت موديالت فخمه جميله رقيقه وجذابه ركز فيها على االكمام‬ ‫املنفوخه واالزهار والدانتيالت والستان واعتمد على االلوان االحمر واالسود والذهبي‬ ‫واالوف وايت‪.‬‬

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‫‪Ellie Saab‬‬

‫توافد حضور النجمات العامليات والعربيات ايل عرض ايلي صعب والذي ابهر احلضور بالعرض‬ ‫املليء باالقمشه اخملتلفه وألوان الباستيل وهي بصمه يتميز بها املصمم كل موسم‬ ‫ولكن بروح جديده يف كل مره‬

‫‪GIAMBATISTA VALLI‬‬ ‫هو املصمم االجدر باعاده تصاميم املاضي اىل عامل احلاضر بروح املستقبل اناقته الهائه‬ ‫مع قليل من الدراما لفتت انتباه احلضور‪ ,‬التطريزات والتفاصيل الدقيقه باالضافه اىل‬ ‫اكسسوارات الشعر واالحزمه لعبت دورا كبريا يف العرض ‪.‬‬ ‫العرض كان تقليديا وفاخرا بنفس الوقت كما وصفه رئيس حترير جملة فوغ‪.‬‬

‫‪DIOR‬‬ ‫رغم بروده اجلو يف باريس والثلوج التي غطت املنطقه اال انه عند دخولك اىل منصه العرض‬ ‫فان هذه االجواء تتحول اىل ربيع جميل مليء باالزهار واجلو الدايفء من خالق احلدائق التي‬ ‫متايل حولها العارضات بفساتينهم املزخرفه باالزهار التي مل تكن ناعمه بتطريزها كعادتها‬ ‫ولكنها كانت رقيقه جدا للناظرين‪.‬‬ ‫االحذيه املدببه بالوان الباستيل والقفازات بالورود الصغريه جعلت العارضات كفراشات على‬ ‫الرنوي‪.‬‬

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Faisal Al-Thani

SS13 Catwalk Show Report

After travelling to four major fashion capitals in as many weeks, be it via Eurostar, aeroplane or Style.com, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to sort out the directional trends from the flash-in-the-pan eyebrow-raisers for Spring/Summer 2013...

1 Burberry Prorsum ss 2013

2 Peter Pilotto ss 2013

3 Balmain ss 2013

Mirror Metallics: Spring 2013 Fashion Week–On the runways this season, designers have really put their pedals to the metal for Spring 2013, amping up everyone’s favorite leather treatment: metallic. Mirrorshine, high-gloss metallics, whether in silver, pewter, copper, gold–as well as the increasingly popular iridescent “oil slick” treatments– add just enough futuristic twist to move this trend forward. Jonathan Saunders (left) goes Space Age at London Fashion Week, Z Spoke by Zac Posen (center) creates a new neutral at New York Fashion Week, while Simone Rocha (right) goes for high-shine gold at London Fashion Week.

HYPER PRINT: London Fashion Week designers presented a stunning array of print, making the biggest impact when worn head-to-toe. Renowned for her striking prints, design talent Mary Katrantzou wowed with enlarged graphic prints which represented stamps and obsolete foreign bank notes, giving the collection a cultural nostalgia. Designs from Peter Pilotto also drew admiration from audiences, enhancing their penchant for print by adding texture, bead embellishment and embroidery to their complex digitally-inspired patterns. PPQ also shone with their collection which was based around a stunning, reimagined paisley print with heart and floral elements worked into the intricate pattern.

4 oscar de la renta ss 2013

Optical: Optical prints have also made a come back. Building on the stripe trend, geometric shapes in black, or even colours supported the striped brigade down the catwalk.

Bright colours: Bright colours are a must in summer. Shimmering in the light and complementing that healthy summer glow. This season, the bright, jewel hues range from fuchsia to ochre and emerald green to cobalt blue. Wear the together, as colour blocking, match them or go for a degradée style.

5 dolce and gabbana ss 2013

-Sheer luxe: With light fabrics, and light colours, (and black), transparency is inevitable, and the Spring Summer 2013 collections embraced it. From sports couture to risqué ensembles, transparency is key. More demure, lady like expressions of sheer also graced the catwalk, and they’re the ones that will fly off the racks come spring.

Bold stripes: Every spring we see the return of stripes but what is unique to spring/summer 2013, is big and bold stripes. Keeps this trend going in bold proportions with broader stripes of alternating bright and dark colours. While the key colour scheme is monochromatic, designers have included shades of greys, greens and navy blues that speak of confident styling in their collection

6 Marc Jacobs

Ruffles: with a season where the collections all shared lightness, in terms of fabric, construction and colouring, ruffles also proved to be very popular. When wanting to add some depth, some texture and extra movement to highly studied, yet light, destructured garments, the ruffle is the solution. Applied to form a peplum waist, as a sleeve on a top, a bib or a style statement, the ruffle will be a big thing this spring.

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By Sulaiman Al-Mudayan info@thecitym.com Q8concierge.com @Q8concierge kwt concierge

Hong Kong is a huge city with several district articles containing sightseeing, restaurant, nightlife and accommodation listings — consider printing them all. Hong Kong, Heūng góng in Cantonese, meaning fragrant harbour is a place with multiple personalities, as a result of being both Cantonese Chinese and under a more recent contemporary ex-British influence. Today, the former British colony is a major tourism destination for China’s increasingly affluent mainland population. It is also an important hub in East Asia with global connections to many of the world’s cities. It is a unique destination that has absorbed people and cultural influences from places as diverse as Vietnam and Vancouver and proudly proclaims itself to be Asia’s World City.

Hotel & Resort The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

Hotel ICON Hong Kong Tel: +852 3400 1000 www.hotel-icon.com

Tel: +852 2263 2263 www.ritzcarlton.com

Tel: +852 2918 1838 www.upperhouse.com

February 2013

Tivo

Aqua Tokyo

Tel: +852 3427 2288 www.aqua.com.hk

T: +852 2116 8055

Hullett House The Upper House

Restaurants & Lounge

Tel: +3988 0000 www.hulletthouse.com

Caprice Restaurant Tel: (852) 3196-8888

Zuma restaurant Hong Kong Tel: +852 3657 6388 www.zumarestaurant.com

Shopping The best and most famous tailor in Hong Kong - Samâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tailor Tel: +852 2367-9423 www.samstailor.com

See & Do

Harbour Cruises

The Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery Tel: +852 2985 5248 www.plm.org.hk

AMMO

Morning Harbour and Noon Day Gun Firing Cruise

Tel: +852 2357 9888

www.watertours.com.hk

The Peak

Tel: +852 2849 0668

Bo Innovation

Tel: +852 2850 8371 www.boinnovation.com

LANDMARK

Tel: +852 2357 9888

A Symphony of Lights Harbour Cruise Hong Kong Disneyland

www.watertours.com.hk

Tel:+852 1 83 0830 www.hongkongdisneyland.com

Pacific Place LILY & BLOOM

www.pacificplace.com

Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

Tel: +852 2810 6166 www.lily-bloom.com

Ngong Ping 360

ARMANI/AQUA

Tel: +852. 3583 2828

Culture & Heritage

Elements

Tel: +852. 3583 2828

Temple Street Night Market

Tel: +852 3666 0606 www.np360.com.hk

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Thameen

volunteering group

Thameen Group started in the beginning of 2011. It is a volunteer group that aims to create a better individual by helping in the development of personality, enriching culture and assisting individuals gain experience in a variety of fields. It has a neutral policy, and aims to build precious individuals with indispensable qualities, who in turn can assist in building a better society. Thameen believes that inside each and every one of us there is a valuable gem, and they aim to let that gem shine. By polishing that gem, they will be able to find the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strengths and help polish them, and find their weaknesses and help in turning them into strengths. These are some of the clubs that fall under the umbrella of Thameen:

February 2013

Thameen Toastmasters

This aims to help people enrich their communication skills. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s affiliated of course with the international Toastmasters Organization. All members enjoy international membership, and the activities for this club are designed to appeal to different groups of people.

Thameen debating club

This club aims to assist members in having better debate skills. Thameen believes that by knowing the art of debate, individuals will be able to achieve better in their lives in general, and that the need for good debate today is essential.

Thameen Passion Club

This discussion group aims to give members a space where they can discuss their passion about different things. Activities held by this club include poetry reading, discussion of art work, and other similar activities.

Thameen Work Club

This branch of Thameen aims to hold charitable events such as fundraisers and sales. To date they organized several events including ones for donating to Syria, and others to donate money to poor families in Kuwait.

Thameen Positive Thinking Club

This club aims to discuss positive thinking and everything positive in general. All members discuss several experiences in which they felt that a negative experience turned positive, and discuss other spiritual experiences they have had.

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‫أندية ثمني‪:‬‬ ‫ثمني توستماسرتز لفنون التواصل و املهارات القيادية‬

‫تعاونت جمموعة ثمني مع منظمة ‪Toastmasters International‬‬ ‫التي تأسست يف عام ‪ 1924‬يف والية كاليفورنيا بالواليات املتحدة األمريكية حيث مت إستقطاب‬ ‫كافة املناهج التعليمية من هذه املنظمة العريقة ليستفيد منعها األعضاء و ليتمتعوا‬ ‫بعضوية دولية معرتف بها يف جميع أنحاء العامل كونهم مؤسسني لنادي يتبع ألكرب منظمة‬ ‫تطوعية يف العامل‪ .‬األسلوب التعلمي يف نادي التوستماسرتز فريد من نوعه حيث يعتمد على‬ ‫التعلم عرب املمارسة لعدة أدوار تعليمية من إدارة لألجتماعات و إلقاء للخطب و تعلم أسلوب‬ ‫التقييم البناء و كتابة و صناعة قادة و فن اإلنصات و فن إدارة الوقت‪ .‬كما يحصل األعضاء على‬ ‫شهادات دولية يف فنون التواصل و القيادة عند إجتياز كل مرحلة من مراحل التعليم يف‬ ‫التوستماسرتز‪.‬‬

‫نادي ثمني للمناظرة‬

‫أسست جمموعة ثمني نادي للمناظرة وفق معايري منظمة التوستماسرتز الدولية و هو‬ ‫النادي احلاصل على الرتتيب الثاين على مستوى اخلليج و التاسع على مستوى العامل‪ .‬يكتسب‬ ‫األعضاء يف املناظره على أصوله الذي ميارسه القادة و رؤساء الدول بأسلوب راقي و حمرتم‬ ‫يعتمد على أسلوب اإلقناع املنطقي‪.‬‬

‫نادي حس ثمني‬

‫أطلقة جمموعة ثمني نادي حس من خالل فكر مبتكر و يختص بتفعيل املشاعر احلسية و‬ ‫الذوقية عرب جتارب مير بها أعضاء النادي يف إجتماعاته ملناقشة مشاعر و إحساس كل عضو‬ ‫مو وجهة نظره اخلاصة و حسب فهمه حلقيقة التجربة لتذوق كل ما هو جميل‪ .‬و قد خاض‬ ‫النادي عدة جتارب منها قرائة لوحات فنية ‪ ,‬تذوق منحوتات أثرية ‪ ,‬قرائة أعماق البحار عرب حركة‬ ‫األسماك و العديد من التجارب اجلميلة‪.‬‬

‫نادي أيادي‬

‫يف هذا النادي يتعلم األعضاء فن العطاء و هو نادي خريي تطوعي يتفرد برؤية متميزة و‬ ‫خمتلفة ملعنى العطاء يف اجملتمع‪ .‬و تقام فعاليات النادي بشكل موسمي و ذلك بناء على‬ ‫إحتياجات اجملتمع مثل إثامة حملة للتربع بالدم ألبناء سوريا ‪ ,‬و تنظيم مزاد كتب يعطى ريعه‬ ‫لألسر املتعففة يف الكويت و العديد من األعمال اخلريية‪.‬‬

‫نادي شغف لعلوم الطاقة‬

‫نادي شغف يختص بتقدمي العديد من الدورات و اجللسات اخملتصة بعلوم الطاقة و حتويل‬ ‫الطاقة السلبية إىل طاقة إيجابية يف حياة اإلنسان ليحضى بالسعادة و الطمئنينة‪ .‬قامت‬ ‫جمموعة ثمني بتنظيم العديد من اجللسات يف أماكن رومانسية تدخل السرور إىل قلوب‬ ‫األعضاء و تساعدهم على التأمل بجمال هذا الكون و اإلحتاد معه‪.‬‬

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‫مجموعة ثمين‬

‫التطوعية‬

‫جمموعة ثمني انطلقت مع بداية عام ‪ 2011‬و هي جمموعة تطوعية تسعى إىل إيجاد إنسان أفضل يف جمال‬ ‫تطوير الذات و إكتساب الثقافة الراقية مبختلف جماالت احلياة‪ .‬كما أنها جمموعة حيادية متارس أعمالها من‬ ‫خالل العمل التطوعي بخطوات ثمينة و التي هي مبثابة إلتزام نحو رؤيتنا و التي تتمثل ببناء إنسان ثمني لتحقيق‬ ‫حضارة جميلة‪.‬‬ ‫تؤمن ثمني أن داخل كل منا حجر كرمي و أن كل إنسان بداخله منجم من املهارات و القدرات التي تتطلب البحث‬ ‫عنها و الغوص لألستخراجها و صقلها و تلميعها‪ .‬نحن كبشر يوحدنا اجملتمع و لكن خمتلفون و لكل منا مهارة أو‬ ‫موهبة أو ثقافة خمتلفة‪ .‬جمموعة ثمني تساعد أعضائها على إكتشاف و صقل مهاراتهم من خالل أنديتها التي‬ ‫توفر أجواء مبدعة و خالقة تساعد األفراد على إيجاد النقاط املشرتكة بينهم ليتكاملوا معا و يوحدوا جهودهم‬ ‫ليسطع كل حجر منهم و يصبح شخص ثمني لذاته و اجملتمع و العامل أجمع‪.‬‬ ‫نعمل يف ثمني من خالل جمع ذوي اخلربات و أصحاب املواهب و املبتدئني الراغبني بتطوير أنفسهم يف نادي واحد يهتم بتطوير جانب معني من جوانب احلياة و‬ ‫ذك للعمل معا يف أجواء إيجابية و بإحساس الصداقة اجلميلة من خالل ‪ 5‬أندية أساسية‪.‬‬

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Scientific Research Team Talk About Their Passion

The Scientific Research Team (SRT) is considered to be an integral part of the Voluntary Work Center (VWC) under the leadership of Her Highness Sheikha Amthal Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah. The idea of formulating this team was intended to merge scientific research with voluntary work through community service, in other words, admitting Kuwaiti volunteers, training them under the supervision of qualified personnel to conduct voluntary activities which will enrich their personalities and provide them with unique scientific experience. The team primary objective is to conduct voluntary environmental projects which are based on scientific concepts, that adds uniqueness and quality to the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s multiple activities making it a specialized Kuwaiti team that emphasizes the combined usage of analytical and scientific tools with voluntary work. At SRT, we insisted that its members should come from different professions and backgrounds in the sole purpose of creating versatility in designing its environmental awareness projects and reaching for members of Kuwaiti community. The SRT memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expertise can range from scientific research, education, finance, public relations, and literature upon which we firmly believe that this combination in specialization will be significant in assisting us in understanding and developing awareness programs which pertains to different ages like children, adults and students who are interested in environmental awareness issues. This concept of thinking will better serve and protect Kuwait environment in all its compartments such as: marine, land, and air. Our environmental projects encompass various contemporary environmental issues upon which our volunteers contribute by developing solutions, conducting lectures, and providing training sessions for the public. Currently we are supervising voluntary projects in Kuwait which covers numerous environmental topics such as: recycling of rubber tires, protection of natural coral reefs in Kuwaitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Territorial waters, and many other important educational activities with high profile clients such as Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, Public Authority for Agriculture and Fish Resources, Kuwait Oil Company, Environment Public Authority and many other important governmental sectors in Kuwait. Our vision is to serve our beloved country Kuwait as volunteers who perform professionally through scientific research which brings uniqueness to the nature of voluntary work not only to Kuwait, but to the whole world.

February 2013

Dr.Qusaie Karam

My name is Dr.Qusaie Karam, I am a research scientist at Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) specializing in environmental toxicology and the negative effects of hazardous chemicals on the health of marine organisms. Since childhood I have participated in numerous voluntary works such as in school, and during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. I have cultivated my personality in a manner that I should return the favor to my beloved country Kuwait which have given me a lot and is still giving me, and the best way I can do this is through indulging in voluntary activities. Through the assistance of the Voluntary Work Center I have initiated the Scientific Research Team (SRT) to use scientific concepts and apply them through voluntary work and volunteers. Joining the Voluntary Work Center (VWC) have assisted me in developing unique ideas for environmental projects with national and humanitarian feasibility upon which we currently execute. And from the resultant examined data we plan for a better future of Kuwait’s environment.

Nouf Al-Omani

I am Nouf Mohammed Al-Omani and I work in Environmental Sciences Department at Kuwait institute for scientific research. Through volunteering I can apply my professional and educational experience in voluntary work by participating and planning for projects that preserves Kuwait’s environment and reduce sources of pollution. Through the SRT, we unify our efforts with the help of the youth in order to generate awareness in the Kuwaiti society so that it can preserve its environment by using optimal ways to apply numerous environmental concepts.

Razan Al-Hamad

My name is Razan Al-Hamad, I studied business administration at the College of Administrative Sciences in Kuwait , I have an experience of 11 years in Ahli United Bank and now I work as a public relations officer at the Canadian Bilingual School. I believe that volunteer work aims in developing projects that assists in generating environmental awareness about pollution in Kuwait and its always been one of my primary concerns which encourages me to offer help to my country Kuwait in a better way. Therefore I felt that by joining the Scientific Research Team I will fulfill my goals and together we will work to make Kuwait a better country because it deserve a pollution-free environment. My name is Aseel Al-Thuwaini and I am a Kuwait University graduate specialized in Information Sciences. I like participating in voluntary activities and by joining the Scientific Research Team my wish came true because I believe that cooperation between the volunteers increases the potential in the human to give for his country without reward. Kuwait deserves the best always.

Ahmed Shehab Al-Shehab

My name is Ahmed Al-Shehab and I am a Media Officer at the Department of Public Relations and Information at Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research and I consider voluntary work as a way to express my love for my country and to create a sense of affiliation with Kuwait. The main reason for joining the SRT is my sincere love for science and knowledge and the desire to make use of my time with everything that is helpful to my country and its future .

Mouneera Al-Sharar

My name is Mouneera Al-Sharar, I have a diploma in electronics engineering and I’m working now as a assistant engineer at the Ministry of Interior. I joined the SRT group to learn new skills in my life and to let my free time help me to return the favor for all the good deeds that my country Kuwait have done to me.

Haya Al-Omran

My name is Haya Al-Omran and I am an Arabic language teacher, volunteer work a passion for me and is an integral part of my daily life from which I feel personal satisfaction from the work I do to my community. I joined the Scientific Research Team (SRT) on my belief that I have a duty towards my beloved country Kuwait and a mean to express my sense of belonging to this land. Also, to return the favor to the Kuwaiti community for all the services that it provided to me. The environmental projects developed by SRT have fulfilled my desire to make use of my spare time in a manner that brings benefit to my country.

Ghada Al-Terkait

Volunteer work is part of my life, and my love to do good and to help in building a beautiful country is the reason why I joined the Scientific Research Team. I believe that through proper planning, effective application of environmental projects and activities our beloved Kuwait will be better.

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‫الدكتور قصي كرم‬

‫اسمي الدكتور قصي كرم‪ ،‬اعمل كباحث علمي يف معهد الكويت لألبحاث العلمية و متخصص‬ ‫يف علم السموم البيئية والتأثريات السليبة الضارة للمواد الكيميائية اخلطرة على صحة‬ ‫الكائنات البحرية‪ .‬منذ الطفولة و لدي رغبة كبرية يف االنضمام لألنشطة التطوعية و قد شاركت‬ ‫يف أعمال تطوعية عديدة أثناء الفرتة الدراسية‪ ،‬و أثناء الغزو العراقي الغاشم لكويتنا احلبيبة‪ .‬و‬ ‫لقد طورت شخصيتي كانسان لرد اجلميل لوطني الكويت التي قدم يل الكثري و ما زالت يقدم‪ .‬و‬ ‫أفضل وسيلة لتحقيق ذلك هو من اخلالل املشاركة األنشطة الطوعية‪ .‬من خالل املساعدة‬ ‫املقدمة من مركز العمل التطوعي شرعت يف تشكيل فريق البحث العلمي (‪Scientific‬‬ ‫‪ )Research Team‬حيث من خالله نقوم باستخدام املفاهيم العلمية و من ثم تسخري جمال‬ ‫العمل التطوعي و املتطوعني لتطبيق هذه املفاهيم‪ .‬و قد ساعدين االنضمام ملركز العمل‬ ‫التطوعي كثريا يف تنمية أفكار مميزة ملشاريع بيئية ذات جدوى وطنية و إنسانية فريدة من‬ ‫نوعها نقوم حاليا بتنفيذها و من خالل نتائجها املدروسة نقوم بالتخطيط ملستقبل أفضل‬ ‫لبيئة دولة الكويت‪.‬‬

‫نوف العماين‬

‫اسمي نوف حممد العماين و اعمل يف دائرة العلوم البيئية يف معهد الكويت لألبحاث العلمية‪.‬‬ ‫أنا أحب أن أطبق خرباتي العملية و الدراسية يف العمل التطوعي عن طريق املشاركة و‬ ‫التخطيط ملشاريع لتساهم يف حماية بيئة الكويت و احلد من مصادر التلوث بها‪ .‬من خالل‬ ‫فريق البحث العلمي نقوم بتوحيد اجلهود و السواعد الشبابية لتوعية اجملتمع الكويتي للحفاظ‬ ‫على بيئته من خالل الطرق األمثل لتطبيق املفاهيم البيئية املتعددة‪.‬‬

‫رازان احلمد‬

‫اسمي رزان احلمد‪ ،‬متخصصة يف إدارة اإلعمال من كلية العلوم اإلدارية جامعة الكويت‪ ،‬لدي ‪11‬‬ ‫عام خربة من البنك األهلي املتحد و اآلن اعمل كمسئولة عالقات عامة يف املدرسة الكندية‬ ‫ثنائية اللغة‪ .‬سمعت عن العمل التطوعي أن‬

‫يهدف لتنظيم مشاريع تساعد يف توعية اجملتمع عن أخطار التلوث البيئي يف الكويت و يعترب‬ ‫هذا األمر من اهتماماتي األوىل التي حتثني دائما على تقدمي املساعدة لبلدي الكويت على نحو‬ ‫لذلك شعرت أن انضمامي لفريق البحث العلمي التابع ملركز العمل التطوعي‬ ‫أفضل‪ .‬‬ ‫سوف يحقق أهدايف و من خالل عملنا كمجموعة سوف جنعل الكويت بلد أفضل الن الكويت‬ ‫تستحق بيئة أفضل خالية من التلوث‪ .‬‬

‫اسيل الثويني‬

‫أسيل الثويني خريجة جامعة الكويت تخصص علوم معلومات و أحب املشاركة يف األنشطة‬ ‫التطوعية و من خالل انضمامي لفريق البحث العلمي حتققت أمنيتي ألنني أؤمن بان روح‬ ‫التعاون بني املتطوعني لهدف وطني يزيد من عطاء اإلنسان لبلده من غري مقابل‪ .‬و الكويت‬ ‫تستحق األفضل دائما‪.‬‬

‫أحمد شهاب الشهاب‬

‫أحمد شهاب الشهاب مسئول إعالم بدائرة العالقات العامة و اإلعالم مبعهد الكويت لألبحاث‬ ‫العلمية‪ ،‬و أعترب العمل التطوعي نوع من التعبري عن حبي لوطني وانتمائي له‪ .‬انضممت‬ ‫لفريق البحث العلمي حبا بالعلم و املعرفة ورغبة يف استغالل وقتي بكل ما هو نافع لبلدي‬ ‫ومستقبلها‪.‬‬

‫منرية الشرار‬

‫اسمي منرية الشرار حاصلة على دبلوم يف الهندسة االلكرتونية‪ ،‬و اعمل حاليا كمساعد‬ ‫مهندس يف وزارة الداخلية‪ .‬انضممت لفريق البحث العلمي يف ألتعلم مهارات جديدة يف‬ ‫حياتي و الستغل أوقات فراغي يف أنشطة مفيدة للعمل على رد اجلميل لدولتي الكويت‬ ‫عرفانا ملا قدمته يل من خدمات عظيمة‪.‬‬

‫هيا العمران‬

‫اسمي هيا العمران معلمة لغة عربية‪ ،‬العمل التطوعي شغف بالنسبة يل وهو جزء ال يتجزءا‬ ‫من حياتي اليومية من خالله اشعر بالرضا النفسي ملا أقدمه جملتمعي‪ .‬و قد انضممت‬ ‫لفريق البحث العلمي إميانا بواجبي نحو دولتي احلبيبة الكويت وتعبريًا النتمائي لهذه األرض و‬ ‫ردا اجلميل للمجتمع الكويتي و كل ما قدمه يل من خدمات‪ .‬مشاريع الفريق البيئية ساهمت‬ ‫يف حتقيق رغبتي الشديدة يف استغالل أوقات فراغي مبا ينفع وطني و يعيد عليه بالفائدة‪.‬‬

‫غاده الرتكيت‬

‫العمل التطوعي جزء من حياتي ‪ ،‬إن حبي لعمل اخلري و املساعدة يف بناء دوله جميله هو‬ ‫سبب انضمامي لهذا الفريق‪ .‬فبالتخطيط السليم و التطبيق الفعال للمشاريع واألنشطة‬ ‫البيئية نتطلع إيل كويت أفضل‪.‬‬

‫‪Photography By Abdulrhman Al-Yousef‬‬

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‫أعضاء فربق البحث‬ ‫العلمي يتحدثون عن أعمالهم‬ ‫يعترب فريق البحث العلمي (‪ )SRT‬جزءا ال يتجزأ من مركز العمل التطوعي (‪ )VWC‬حتت قيادة سمو الشيخة أمثال األحمد اجلابر الصباح‪ .‬و تبلورت فكرة تأسيس هذا‬ ‫الفريق لغرض دمج البحث العلمي مع العمل التطوعي من خالل األنشطة التي يقدمها الفريق لتوعية اجملتمع‪ ،‬أو بعبارة أخرى‪ ،‬االستعانة مبتطوعني كويتيني وتدريبهم‬ ‫حتت إشراف مسئولني مؤهلني لعمل أنشطة تطوعية تساعد يف إثراء شخصياتهم وتزويدهم باخلربات و التجارب العلمية الفريدة‪ .‬إن الهدف األساسي للفريق هو‬ ‫عمل مشاريع بيئية تطوعية تقوم على مفاهيم و أسس علمية صحيحة تضيف نوعا من اجلودة و التميز إيل أنشطة الفريق املتعددة التي جتعل هذه الفريق فريقا‬ ‫كويتيا متخصصا يركز على االستخدام املشرتك ألدوات حتليلية علمية و دجمها مع العمل التطوعي‪ .‬و حرصنا أن تكون تخصصات أعضاء فريق البحث العلمي متنوعة‬ ‫و مهامهم خمتلفة يف سبيل هدف واحد و هو التنوع و اإلبداع يف تصميم مشاريع تهدف إيل حتقيق الوعي البيئي و غرس ذلك يف أفراد اجملتمع الكويتي‪ .‬و تختلف‬ ‫خربات و تخصصات أعضاء الفريق حيث تشتمل على تخصص البحث العلمي والتعليم والتمويل و العالقات العامة و األدب لذلك نعتقد اعتقادا راسخا بأن هذا املزيج‬ ‫من التخصصات املميزة سوف تساهم مساهمة كبرية يف املساعدة يف تطوير برامج توعوية ذات صلة باملراحل العمرية اخملتلفة مثل األطفال و البالغني والطالب‬ ‫املهتمني يف قضايا الوعي البيئي‪ .‬و سوف يقدم هذا األسلوب من التفكري خدمة أفضل و يحمي البيئة الكويتية يف جميع أنظمتها البحرية والربية واجلوية‪ .‬و تهدف‬ ‫مشاريعنا البيئية على مناقشة قضايا بيئية معاصرة و متنوعة بحيث يقوم متطوعينا باملساهمة يف تطوير حلول‪ ،‬تقدمي حماضرات‪ ،‬و توفري دورات تدريبية لعامة‬ ‫الشعب‪ .‬نقوم حاليا باإلشراف على مشاريع تطوعية يف الكويت تناقش مواضيع و قضايا بيئية متعددة مثل‪ :‬إعادة تدوير اإلطارات املطاطية‪ ،‬حماية الشعاب املرجانية‬ ‫الطبيعية يف املياه اإلقليمية الكويتية‪ ،‬وغريها من األنشطة التعليمية اخملتلفة مع عدد من العمالء رفيعي املستوى مثل معهد الكويت لألبحاث العلمية و الهيئة‬ ‫العامة لشؤون الزراعة والرثوة السمكية‪ ،‬شركة نفط الكويت‪ ،‬الهيئة العامة للبيئة وغريها من القطاعات احلكومية املهمة يف دولة الكويت‪ .‬رؤيتنا هي خدمة بلدنا‬ ‫احلبيب الكويت كمتطوعني يقومون مهامهم بأسلوب مهني من خالل البحث العلمي الذي يضيف التميز لطبيعة العمل التطوعي ليس فقط للكويت‪ ،‬ولكن بالعامل‬ ‫قاطبة‪.‬‬

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PAGE Hello there to whom is reading this! So it’s been a very busy month on us, we are getting ready for the upcoming exposition which is P2BK (Proud To be Kuwaiti). We are so excited for the new surprises, specially that its going to be two weeks long! Basically we are sketching down our designs and turning them into actual cloths, and of course trying to come up with an amazing booth design. This will be our third year participating in P2BK, from our past experiences P2BK is one of the most successful expositions held in Kuwait. Every year is a new exciting year filled with surprises and booths to look forward to. This week we went to pick out a booth and from the outline thats was given to us it seemed like its going to be different than any other past expositions; there are so many new changes that are going to happen, and we just can’t wait for that! Don’t forget to pass by our booth in P2BK 2013 starting from 5th of March! Catch us up on the next issue!

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‫‪Dana Al-Tuwarish‬‬ ‫‪@danah_kuwait‬‬

‫عـــمـــار يـــا كـــويــــت‬ ‫الكويت‪ ....‬بدأت مقالتي بكلمة تعني يل و لغريي من الناس الكثري الكثري فهي ليست تلك‬ ‫احلدود املرسومة عاخلريطة إنها مرسومة بقلبي‪ ,‬روحي‪ ,‬بوجداين ‪ ...‬بني أضلعي‪ .‬مكتوبة‬ ‫أمام عيني مسموعة بكل جوارحي مقروءة بني شفتي‪ .‬كم أعشق تراب هذه األرض الطيبة‬ ‫و كم أحب هذه البلد فحبها مل ندرسه يف املدارس و لكننا شعرنا به داخل بيوتنا مع أسرتنا‬ ‫يف كل مناسباتنا حاجز ال مير علينا بل يعيش معنا ساكن فينا يأكل و يشرب معنا هو هواء‬ ‫نستنشقه هواء عليل يرد الروح او كما يقال بلهجتنا " هوها يجيب العافية" فما اطيبك‬ ‫من بلد و ما احبك ايل و ما اجمل تلك اللحظات التي اعيشها فيك برفقة اغلى صديقاتي‪.‬‬ ‫لولوة اخلطاف موهبة تتألأل كأسمها تخطفه بأله التصوير احلى اللقطات و تربز جمال‬ ‫كويتنا احلبيبة‪ .‬كل روح تتغنى بحب الكويت و كل مواطن و مقيم ال ينكر خري و دفء حنان هذا‬ ‫البلد و أشخاصه الطيبينب فهنيئًا لنا يا أهل الكويت هنيئا لنا كسبنا العيش يف هذه االرض‬ ‫املعطاءة و من هنا نبدأ و إىل الكويت دار اخلري ننتهي‬

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Ali Al-Khudari alialkhudari@hotmail.com ALIALKHUDARI @alialkhudari

Interview with

Ali Al Saad

Can you talk to us about yourself? Pleasure to present my self. I am Ali Al Sa’ad, a 19 year old , second year university student at American university of the middle east majoring in accounting. Since my tender age I have been interested in different kinds of art namely painting , manual creativity and photography. Art has always been my favorite subject at school I completed high school with different art awards and certificates . I even took part successfully in various art competitions , artistic designs and surrealism were my great favorite. Lately by the age of 17 I have been more interested in designing women’s clothes . I am also involved in styling man’s wears. When did you start your interest in fashion?

My love for fashion has taken me for away from my home, Kuwait. Several times I have been to different regions in China and Europe. The mean reason to go to china was to find out for myself the quality of the finished products like any well known brand. Most of the products in Kuwait don’t look professionally cut and I decided to get ideas from else where , in Europe I have acquired a variety of ideas from foreign designers much more than if I were to stay only in Kuwait .

Have you had any shows or exhibition?

Personally I have not presented at a large scale in any show however for almost a year I have been designing on my own and sharing ideas only with family and friends also learning the trade as I go along and meeting professionals in the field . that year was all about creating my self and knowing what I really wanted to do in my fashion career . The following year , I felt ready to produce and present my designs in Kuwait to public because I had enough experience from foreign countries and my connections to satisfy what my business needs. So I joined some local exhibitions I felt very positive about my acquired knowledge.

Do you design clothes only for women or for both women and men?

For the time being I am interested mostly in women’s fashion. However I also have in mind to start another line regarding men’s wear with new ideas and a totally different sprite than the women’s line.

What do you focus on in your designs? What do you think makes them unique?

Regarding my designs I focus not only on the exterior part but also the interior quality finish. I am extremely demanding about an completed products, not a stitch can go missing. My close intention and ideas make my project unique.

Do you want to design clothes in your career, or do you want to keep this only a hobby?

Designing is my main objective and I am granting all my time to improve upon it as a full time accomplishment. Although I am majoring in accounting . I am looking forward to be a self employed and my studies in accounting will help me pursue my goal as a designer too .

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In the future I would like to go through further studies in design and get a degree. I also want to be well known as a designer in Kuwait first and I would like to compete not only nationally but also internationally going on a large scale all over the world by creating a larger industry.

00965-66633155 ali_alsaad ( womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wear ) ali_alsaadls ( menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s styling ) ali.al.saad@live.com ali.al.saad.ls@windowslive.com www.thecitym.com

Khalil Al-Hamar khalil.alhamar@edges-kw.com @khalilalhamar

Gadgets

SAMSUNG GALAXY CAMERA Technology is one of the trends in the world getting bigger and bigger daily. Corporates are investing lots in technology that get an output of successful product/service to help the society. The world moved from an oral communication to a typed communication by using the social media and digital messages. Social Media such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram is the way of sharing photos, messages, content and communicating. Therefore, after Instagram got popular in the market, Samsung Galaxy Camera has released before two weeks ago locally. The camera is the simplest way of sharing your photos to the social media channels by using the Android Operating System in the device. Additionally, the camera got quite interesting features such as:

Network/Bearer and Wireless Connectivity GSM 3G , HSPA-PLUS HSPA+21 (850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100) 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz / 5GHz Wi-Fi Direct available GAP, SSP, HSP, A2DP, SPP, OPP, AVRCP 1.3, HID DLNA, HDMI 1.4 support KIES, KIES Air support

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Lens

F = 4.1 ~ 86.1mm (35mm film equivalent : 23 ~ 483mm) 2.8 (W) ~ 5.9 (T) 21x Zoom Lens

Chipset Quad Core Application Processor 1.4GHz CPU Speed

Physical Specification

70.8 x 128.7 x 19.1mm Dimension 300g Weight

Battery

1650mAh Battery Capacity USB Chargeable Standby Time : Up to 280 hours (3G)

Shutter Speed

ChatON available Instagram, Paper Artist, Dropbox, Gallery, Photo wizard, Video Editor, AllShare Play, S-Suggest, SVoice

Android 4.1 (Jellybean)

Image Stabilization

Optical Image Stablisation

Memory

3.87GB Memory

Colour

White, Cobalt Black

Location

Assisted GPS / GLONASS available

Exposure

Auto : 1 / 8 ~ 1 / 2000sec Manual : 16 ~ 1 / 2000sec

Program AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual Exposure

White Balance

Multi, Spot, Centre-weighted, Face Detection AE

Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom

Services and Applications Samsung Apps available

Âą2EV (1 / 3EV steps) Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200

Micro SIM Adapter For Apple Devices Micro SIM Adapter enables you to use a Micro SIM card in a slot thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designed for a regular SIM card. With the adapter, you can use the same Micro SIM card in different devices. Includes a sticker template that shows the size of a Micro SIM vs. the size of a regular SIM card. For those who have to cut a regular SIM card to the Micro SIM size, this adapter also enables you to use the cut SIM in a regular SIM card slot / tray.

Jawbone Big Jambox Smart Speaker Red Dot BIG JAMBOX turns any phone, tablet or mobile device into a portable, hi-fi sound system. Now you can play music, movies and games and fill even the largest spaces with sound. Precision-tuned drivers and dual passive bass radiators work in concert to produce amazingly clear, full audio at any volume. Stream all your digital media from any BluetoothÂŽ device and control BIG JAMBOX from across the room, or use the buttons on top to pause, play and skip. With a built-in rechargeable battery that lasts up to 15 hours, you can party all day or night, anywhere.

Kuwait Finder App Kuwait Finder app is the latest app project released by the Public Authority For Civil Information. The app works by searching the location name, area, address or postal code with the latest updated maps. The app is available in the AppStore for iPhone, iPod and iPad devices.

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THE NEW

Rapide Aston Martin has officially unveiled the new 2014 Rapide S which will replace the outgoing Rapide as a facelift. The improvements include changes to the exterior and interior design of the four-door coupe. Still instantly recognisable as an Aston Martin, the new Rapide S now boasts an imposing ‘face’ with the new full grille design. At the back, it got a striking new rear deck profile with a more pronounced boot lid ‘flip’. This upgrade not only aesthetic but also works to counteract lift at higher speeds. Aston Martin Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ulrich Bez said: “The Rapide S is to me, without doubt, the most beautiful four-door sports car on the market today. This is, very clearly, the power of luxury in action.

Under its long bonnet, sits a new AM11 naturally aspirated 6.0-litre V12 powerplant. Power from the new engine is up by 17% or 550 hp from the previous 470 hp. Peak torque increases, too, up from 600 Nm to 620 Nm at 5,000 rpm. New Rapide S shaves 0.3 seconds off its 0-100 km/h time, which drops from the 5.2 seconds of the current car to just 4.9 seconds for the new model. Top speed climbs, meanwhile, to 306 km/h. Transmission is a six-speed automatic with electronic shift-by-wire control system. The new Rapide S also features the latest Gen4 iteration of Aston Martin’s hi-tech Adaptive Damping System (ADS). The system now offers three distinct settings: ‘Normal’, ‘Sport’ and ‘Track’. The ADS automatically alters the suspension settings to ensure the driver has high levels of control at all times, with the ability to respond quickly to different driving conditions and adapting its set-up to suit the driver’s requirements.

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Inside, new car now boasts a host of new luxury- or sports-orientated options, allowing buyers to tailor the car to their style. The new optional Carbon Exterior Pack, for instance, features a front splitter, rear diffuser, mirror caps and rear lamp infills all in carbon fiber. Another option is the new piano black interior pack that adds a deep, rich, mirror-like shine to the facia, transmission tunnel centre plate, door handles, darker surround in the instrument binnacle, and steering wheel with black hornpush surround. However, for those who desire a more sporting feel, there is the optional duotone perforated red and black leather. Also, similar to other new Aston Martin cars, interior also features the standard-fit pure glass transmission selector switches in the centre console. Other available options include a reversing camera and twin screen rear seat entertainment system with wireless headphones, remote control and six-disc DVD changer. For those seeking ultimate personalisation, they can now consider the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Q by Aston Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; service, which offers uniquely tailored options for individualisation. The Q service provides limitless boundaries to customer choice and specification, enabling customers to tailor their cars as they wish.

The new 2014 Aston Martin Rapide S will be available to order through the local dealer this summer prices to be announced closer to the on-sale date.

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VIBE Warba Bank inaugurates new branch in Farwaniya As part of the bank’s commitment to its expansion strategy, Warba Bank, the latest Kuwaiti Bank offering Sharia compliant banking experience, today announced the opening of its new branch in Farwaniya area. The opening of the Farwaniya branch brings Warba Bank’s nation-wide network to five. The branch was officially inaugurated by His Excellency Mustafa Jassem Al-Shamali, Deputy Prime Minister of Kuwait and Minister of Finance, Kuwait,. The ceremony was also marked attendance by Mr. Jassar Dakheel Al Jassar, Chairman and Managing Director of Warba Bank, as well as executive management at the bank. The Farwaniya branch features state-of-the-art technology and innovative banking procedures, offering a complete spectrum of banking services, including the opening of various types of accounts, bank deposits, credit cards of all types (accredited internationally), ATM cards, credential cards, prepaid cards and as well as other tailored financial solutions. Through this new branch, customers can benefit from the unique Murabaha finance service, through which customers will be to avail finances up to KD 70,000 for housing, and KD 15,000 for consumer products. Customers can reach out to Warba Bank through its helpline number: 1825555, for more information on bank’s product offerings.

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Warba Bank gives away 12 Mini Coopers Winners were announced during a grand ceremony held at 360 Mall

Warba Bank, the most recently opened Islamic bank in Kuwait, today celebrated the conclusion of â&#x20AC;&#x153;La t7atyâ&#x20AC;? campaign, which was launched in September 2012, where twelve customers won a new Mini Cooper through a first-of-its-kind campaign on the level of local banks in Kuwait.

The lucky winners who drove away 12 Mini Coopers are: First Prize:

Falah Shabeeb Alajmi

Second Prize:

Fahad Saif Al Rasheedi

Third Prize:

Mahmoud Hamad Alazmi

Fourth Prize:

Mohammad Rajeh Al Hajri

Fifth Prize:

Riyadh Sami Alamer

Sixth Prize:

Fatheyah Obaid Al Rashidi

Seventh Prize:

Summayah Bader bu-rusley

Eighth Prize:

Nawaf Fahad Al Tobaikh

Ninth Prize:

Mohammad Ayad Al Rasheedi

Tenth Prize:

Naflah Mohammad Alajmi

Eleventh Prize:

Abdulrahman Mohammad Alburak

Twelfth Prize:

Ahmad Saleh Alawiss

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VIBE Voting opens for the Sixth edition of Landmark Group’s “Art Olympiad” competition Landmark Group Kuwait announced voting for “Art Olympiad 2013” is now open to public. The 50 shortlisted drawings have been put up online on the Landmark Group Facebook page for public to vote. This year students were provided with themes including Design Your Own Living Room, Graffiti, Your favorite Cartoon Character, Kuwait Liberation Day etc. and the selected ones were judged on the basis of Creativity, Workmanship, Overall impression and Relevance to the theme to enter the online Voting process.

February 2013

Press Releases Marina Hotel celebrates its Annual Staff Party Marina Hotel Kuwait held its annual staff party 2012 at Salwa Sabah Al Ahmed Theater and Hall. The event was filled with fun and entertainment which gave everyone the opportunity to celebrate and enjoy. In his welcoming speech, Mr. Nabil Hammoud, General Manager, appreciated the team spirit that prevailed between the hotel’s management and employees. He reiterated the hotels vision and commitment of mentoring the employee’s skills and interests by ensuring a professional working ambience which includes efficiency and exceptional service towards guests. The event concluded with a lavish dinner buffet, employees and management were glad to be part of the celebration.

PAPILLON COLLECTION NOW AVAILABLE AT MOUAWAD BOUTIQUES Mouawad, the luxury jewellery brand, introduces an entrancing new collection to all of its boutiques across the GCC today with the launch of Papillon. The butterfly- and flower-inspired boutique collection includes rings, pendants, earrings and bracelets; all realized in 18K yellow gold or sterling silver and set with a colourful array of gemstones. Designed and handcrafted by Mouawad’s skilled artisans, the Papillon collection captures and blends the vivacity and the shape of flower petals and butterfly wings. Their particular palette of colours, unique natural designs, and their delicate beauty and refinement were the inspiration for the exquisite motif of the whole collection.

Alain Mouawad becomes Guardian of the Mouawad Watch Division Today, Alain Mouawad has joined his two brothers, Fred and Pascal, in a new watchmaking venture—becoming partners of the Manufacture Mouawad SA, located in Breuleux with executive offices in Carouge-Geneva. They will be focusing on the new Mouawad Watch Line and furthering the development of complication movements. Alain Mouawad, a fourth-generation member of the Mouawad family, developed an early passion for horology and the luxury watch business. This passion, coupled with his marketing expertise, has enabled him to make his mark in the timepiece industry. As well as contributing to the development of Robergé established 40 years ago by his father Robert Mouawad, he launched the Blacksand collection in 2010. In creating the BLACKSAND Collection, Alain wished to pay tribute to the know-how and legacy of Swiss watchmaking while also offering a distinctly unique product catered to an elite connoisseur clientele.

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VIBE

Pieces By Farah Goes to

Paris!

Pieces By Farah is proud to announce its first participation in Masion & Objet 2013. Maison & Objet is one of the Leading Expoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of Europe that showcases some of the best from the interior design & decoration industry held bi annually at Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center. Maison & Objet is not only the host to around 70000 business & entrepreneurs but also the one to gives the world the first glimpse into the trends, colors that in turn defines the interior design concept for the upcoming season or seasons to come. A classic opportunity to acquire an overview into the latest & unique trends in decoration, furniture, home accessories, furnishing etc. A year after its launch in Dec 2011, Pieces has come a long way in a short interval to reach one of the pinnacles of its career. Exhibiting at Masion was an enlightening moment for Pieces where it was exposed to the vibrant international market. People from different ends of the world joined together, under one massive roof to inspire & lead the design for tomorrow. Pieces came under Ethnic Chic category as the items were classified as very sleek & delicate, where we exhibited our products ranging from functional furniture to elegant lighting & contemporary tableware. Indeed, a great exposure for Pieces as this have paved way for business development with offers for distributorship & franchise coming from areas previously considered inaccessible.

February 2013

First LDSB Event in Kuwait

theCITY Magazine columnist lawyer Areej Hamadah of Al-Refaie Attorneys at Law organized the first Legal Department for Small Businesses (LDSB) event. The event was attended by a big number of people from different backgrounds. Several businesses spoke about their own experiences as well. The event was a big success, and Ms Hamadah plans to take this step further by raising awareness among the community of entrepreneurs with regards to documenting and legalizing their work through the appropriate mediums.

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FEBRUARY READS

House of Earth

The Dinner

By Woody Guthrie

By Herman Koch

The most welcome miracle of the month is this “new” novel by Woody Guthrie. The folk-singing legend died in 1967, leaving behind thousands of pages of poetry, lyrics, and prose, but only one finished novel. Now published for the first time, House of Earth seems the perfect match for his powerful autobiography Bound for Glory , carrying with it strong portrait of rural resilience and social activism.

An international best seller as winner of the Publieksprijs prize, this book features two couples at a posh restaurant in Amsterdam chatting politely before finally addressing the real issue: their teenage sons have been caught on film in a gruesome criminal act that has shaken the nation.

A Week in Winter

Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker

By Maeve Binchy

By Jennifer Chiaverini

The last thing that residents in Stoneybridge expected in their sleepy little town was a bread & breakfast, but Chicky Starr’s crazy idea to somehow transform a decrepit mansion into a tourist spot turned out finally to be a success. In truth, not all the visitors to the Irish seacoast village were quite prepared for what they found or, for that matter, with each.

In Washington, DC, freedwoman Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley becomes the personal modiste (and confidante) of First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln. Chiaverini departs from her popular “Elm Creek Quilt” series to tell the story.

The Wolf Gift

A Good American

By Anne Rice

By Alex George

When Reuben Golding, a young reporter on assignment, arrives at a secluded mansion on a bluff high above the Pacific, it’s at the behest of the home’s enigmatic female owner. She quickly seduces him, but their idyllic night is shattered by violence when the man is inexplicably attacked bitten—by a beast he cannot see in the rural darkness.

Stretching from pre-World War I Germany to the Midwest of the present day, this multi-tiered debut novel tracks four generations of a single family as they respond to global events and local situations. Family connections and crises play significant parts in this carefully plotted large-scale saga, making it a fine choice for readers who yearn for full immersion fictions.

Vampires in the Lemon Grove

See Now Then

By Karen Russell

By Jamaica Kincaid

Ms. Russell deftly combines elements of the weird and supernatural with acute psychological realism; elements of the gothic with dry, contemporary humor. From apparent influences as disparate as George Saunders, Saki, Stephen King, Carson McCullers and Joy Williams, she has fashioned a quirky, textured voice that is thoroughly her own

Man marries. Woman grows old and fat. Man throws her over for a prettier version. It’s a familiar story. Yet, in Jamaica Kincaid’s voice, the scorned woman’s fury becomes a spellbinding tale, as lyrical as Paradise Lost, a resonant as a Greek epic. This is hell like none other. You descend it circle by circle, and, word by word, you yield to the storyteller’s art…Kincaid is not easy reading. Not much that is worthwhile in literature is. But she is fierce and true. Certainly, that is so of See Now Then. After 10 years of inexplicable fictional silence, she comes forth with a mighty roar.

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HOROSCOPES ARIES (March 21 - April 20)

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23)

TAURUS (April 21 - MAY 21)

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22)

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21)

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21)

Your forceful manner makes waves in the workplace. Keep your opinions to yourself this month and you will be a lot happier from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Your personal life blossoms when an old friend comes back into your life later in the month. Leo and Sagittarius play important roles.

Your strong, steady nature will keep you calm during a tumultuous month at work. You won’t fall prey to co-workers’ worries. However, it’s a different story when it comes to romance. An evening with that special someone will allow you to open up and let your emotions show.

You’ll feel like you’re on an emotional roller coaster when it comes to family this month. Relatives will be spending a lot of time with you and sharing their true feelings. Don’t hold your emotions in. Venting them will help bring you back to an even keel. Look to friends for relaxation.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)

Bask in the glory at work this month as you successfully complete a difficult project. Your superiors will be impressed. Your social life improves and your phone won’t stop ringing. Friends you haven’t heard from in quite a long time will be in touch. Taurus and Gemini are involved.

Don’t let work get you down this month. It’s only a job; so many more important things go on after 5 p.m. Romance blossoms later in the month. You’ll be swept off your feet when you least expect it by someone whom you never thought could interest you. Gemini and Aries are involved.

You know who you are and what you can do, so don’t be a showoff at work early in the month. It can make you look foolish in front of your boss. Family matters are of prime importance this month. Show loved ones how much you care — even if they do drive you crazy at times.

Don’t let a mistake at work get you down late in the month. Just explain yourself and correct the error. You don’t lie well, so don’t try it. Your family ties grow stronger this month. As for romance, you’re riding a wave of excitement. Enjoy it and start thinking about the future.

CAPRICION (December 22 - January 19)

Keep your shoulder to the wheel at work this month. Don’t let petty arguments among coworkers distract you. A close friend will need your help. Give him or her support. However, stand your ground when he or she makes a ludicrous request. You’ll be thanked for it later.

LEO (July 23 - August 22)

AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19)

VIRGO (August 23 - September 23)

PISCES (February 20 - March 20)

Your outgoing personality is a hit with superiors at work. They need someone to go after the heavy hitters and it very well could be you. Your loyalty to a good friend could put you in a difficult situation this month. Don’t lose someone close to you just because you’re feeling impetuous.

Even though it may be hard for you, you’re going to have to sit still when it comes to a family event this month. Let relatives make the plans and only give your input if asked. It all will work out for the best. A friend will look to you for advice later in the month. Try not to be judgmental.

Don’t be a follower at work this month. Now’s your chance to take the lead and show everyone what you’re capable of. A loved one will seem aloof this month, but don’t overreact. He or she just needs to be alone for a little while. Respect his or her wishes. You’ll be close again soon.

Life is your stage this month — make your mark wherever you go. However, don’t let your satiric nature go overboard. Remember to respect other people’s feelings. Show compassion to a friend in need later in the month. He or she is counting on you for advice.