dj issue 35

plus Issue 35Dec 2011

Special FeaturesOutdoor Fun, Hiking, Parks

Dining Around Town31 Hot 2011 Eateries, Ginza i Chome, Sakura

Who’s WhoDr. Ghassan Al-Sulaiman

JEDDAH’S GREAT OUTDOORS

2011 RESTAURANT

ROUND-UP

10 great ideas for outdoor fun & more

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The End of One Year…The Beginning of a New YearBeginnings and endings. At this time of year, my thoughts turn towards all of the many blessings which I am abundantly grateful for…family, friends, work, love, laughter. This year-end issue

of Destination Jeddah is a celebration of life! A celebration of this complex, vibrant city of Jeddah which I am privileged and honored to call home. From prominent Businessmen like Dr. Ghassan Al-Sulaiman to aspiring artists like Fahad Ayad, and so many other talented people contribute to the life-blood of Jeddah - we’re fortunate to reap the benefits of their vision.

A few friends of mine were recently lamenting about their perceived lack of activities here in Jeddah, which got me thinking about all the amazing op-portunities which abound around us. Be it indoors at some of the world’s most exclusive shopping venues or fine-dining destinations to the bounty of the Red Sea and the plethora of outdoor options…Jeddah is actually bursting at the seams with exciting family-friendly adventures of all kinds! Martial arts, golf, horse-back riding, go-karting; the list seems endless for those in the know. Not to mention art galleries, restaurant openings, classes in all subjects, etc - who has the time to be bored in Jeddah?

We decided to do a short article about some new dining spots of 2011, so imagine our delight when this article quickly grew to over four pages! Even more exotic cuisines and fusion restaurants are in the planning stages for 2012 - completely vindicat-ing our suspicion that Jeddah is fast becoming a gourmand’s destination. Japanese, Italian, Frozen Yoghurt…if you can imagine it, then you can find it right here, right now!

As always, our pages are full of information for the busy city-dweller, the young jet-setters, and every-one in between. As this year draws to a close, I must thank all of our loyal readers for their continuing support and feedback. Without you, there would be no magazine to record the monthly highs and lows of this marvelous city… this city which I have come to call home… Jeddah.

Thank you :)

Enas Hashani Editor-in-Chief [email protected]

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FeaturedContent

45 Art & Entertainment 54 Fashion & Shopping 67 Restaurants73 Religious 78 Travel86 Health & Beauty91 General

Useful InformationReaders’ Feedback & City Facts

Arts & EntertainmentFahad Ayyad., Moona Al-Qahtani

Dining Around Town2011 Eateries, Ginza i Chome, Pinkberry, Sakura

Special FeaturesOutdoor fun for the Whole Family

Settling InSettiling In... For kids

Travel TrendsTravel News

Time BustersTV Shows & Book review

Fashion & ShoppingFashion Trends , Look for less, Dos & Donts

10 Things We Love About Jeddah

Healthy LivingBeauty, Drink You Fruits & Vegetables, Green Tea

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Reader’s FeedbackWe’re always happy to hear from you! Opinions, stories, comments, feedback and suggestions from our readers are what made DJ what it is today.

Word on the street

Greetings, Today, my fiancé and I thought it would be nice to visit Zodiac for shisha and drinks. Since the weather is starting to be nice and lovely, we thought that Zodiac’s balcony would be the perfect choice. I’m afraid we were wrong.

First of all, after we settled down and started enjoying the cool breeze and the nice view, the waiter said that we have to have dinner and the minimum charge was 120 per person (which is a bit too much in my opinion). We weren’t hungry at all so we asked him if we could only have drinks and shisha but he strictly refused, even if we went indoors. We felt uneasy because we really weren’t hungry for a meal. Nevertheless, we couldn’t resist the lovely view and decided to stay, and after a while we ordered sushi and their famous chicken pastry with spinach konafa shells. Okay, so the dishes were poorly made, the creamy sauce was too greasy, and the waiter was too pushy all the time. It’s nice when a waiter recommends a popular dish, but it’s annoying when he makes the decision for you!

In conclusion, the minimum charge was over priced, the waiter made us feel uncomfortable, the food wasn’t as good as I remember it, and they should give people the choice of either dining in or having a relaxing shisha time. But after all... the weather and the view were amazing tonight. Luji

Dear Eric, Thank you so much for your nice email.We at DJ strive to provide our readers with the best possible information and it is really wonderful seeing people appreciating it, we are really glad that we have a fan base at Saudia Airlines and we hope to be on board so visitors can enjoy it and benefit from its information.Please keep in touch and your feed backs are always appreciated. DJ Team

Dear Editor,

Greetings from Makkah. I recently got ahold of your magazine and it was very helpful as I was unaware of the restaurants and “things to do” in Jeddah. The magazine is well organized, lively and colorful, so keep up with good work. Also, on the website if you could use “Google maps”, to pinpoint the locations of the restaurants or other “Outlets”, then it would be really easy getting to the desired location.

Thank you.Mubashar

Greetings,

I first extend my warmest congratulations to the staff and management of Destination Jeddah Mag. You know what? The first thing I did when I got back from my vacation was to find a copy of your magazine. We’re happy that we are a part of the August issue. Some of my friends already have a copy from the Saudia Arabian Airlines library. We introduced this magazine to the Saudia flight attendants and they were amazed and impressed, saying that it was a total package with fashion, culture, tradition, adventure, restaurants, malls and other services found in the directory. We also shared your magazine on Facebook.

Eric Guillermo Palomaof Saudi Arabian Airlines

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Thoughts to Ponder

Although the calibre of academics and teachers are always important factors while selecting a school for your child, the safety of your child must remain a priority. Always find out if necessary health and safety measures are implemented in your school of choice, and that they have adequate resources to tackle emergencies should the occasion arise – such as fire extinguishers and staff trained in CPR and First Aid. While the incidence of a tragedy is rare, schools with proper safety measures will set your mind at ease and

minimize the chances of your child’s safety being jeopardized. Also ensure that you keep your contact details valid and up to date on your child’s registration, so that you can be directly informed when alarming situations occur. A secure environment is imperative to both the learning and wellbeing of your child. Parental pressure can be the necessary impetus to ensure school reform - schools will quickly adopt all necessary safety measures if they see that they are losing their students to more responsible schools!

Parental pressure for better schools

Thumbs up to...

Institutions that have been licensed and inspected by the Fire Department provide us with greater reassurance. The Jeddah Knowledge School, for example, adheres to all safety and health standards stipulated by the Kingdom and runs regular fire drills with exit plans posted throughout the building. Security guards patrol the campus and the playground equipment is frequently inspected for hazards. Thanks for looking after our kids, JKS! We hope other schools will incorporate comprehensive safety measures like this too.

Schools with adequate safety measures

In light of the recent fire that occurred at a local girls’ school, several issues have been raised with regards to school safety. Schools are entrusted with not only the education, but also the welfare of our kids, and should up the ante in providing a secure atmosphere to prevent such devastating circumstances. We never want the safety of our kids to be compromised simply due to the incompetency of school staff or facilities.

Thumbs down to...Schools with inadequate safety measures

Useful Information

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Fact Sheet

December WeatherCity& Country

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Country: Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaCapital: RiyadhHead of State: King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-SaudCrown Prince: Prince Naif bin AbdulazizPopulation: 29،207،277 (72% Saudi, 27% foreign)Population Growth: 1.75% (approx. 2% per year) (55% are under the age of 20)

Birth rate: 28.29 births/1,000 population (2010 est.)Area: 2,149,640 sq. kmMajor Cities: Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam.Holy Cities: Makkah, Madinah.International Airports: Jeddah: King Abdul Aziz Int’l. Airport (Airport Code: JED)Madinah: Prince Muhammad Bin Abdul Aziz Airport / Riyadh: King Khaled Int’l Airport / Dammam: King Fahad Int’l Airport.

Major Arabic Newspapers: Al-Watan , Al Hayat, Al-Iqtisadiya, Al-Madinah. Okaz & Al Alsharq Al Awsat.

Major English Newspapers: Saudi Gazette, Arab News.

City: JeddahHead of Region: Prince Khalid Al-FaisalLocation: West coast of Saudi Arabia, on the Red SeaDistance between Jeddah & Makkah: 80kmDistance between Jeddah & Madinah:405kmInhabited Area: 1,500 sq. km - Largest urban center in the Makkah provinceJeddah Population: 3.4 million and the 2nd largest city in Saudi Arabia.Official Language: Arabic. English is the second official language.

Eid Al-Adha (The Feast of Sacrifice): October 26, 2012 Calendar: The Hijri lunar calendar is the traditional measure of time and the Gregorian calendar is used as well in business. (1433/2012)

IMPORTANT DATES:National Day: Sept 23, 2012Ramadan (The Holy Month of Fasting): July 20 - August 18, 2012Eid Al-Fitr (The Feast of Fast-Breaking): August 19, 2012

Mini Temperature: 20°C - 68°F Max Temperature: 31°C - 88°F Sunshine Hours: 8Probability of Rain: 6% Humidity: 63%



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Telephone, Mobile & Internet:The main telephone service provider is STC – Saudi Telecom Company. The Main mobile service providers are STC, Mobily and Zain. They also offer mobile Internet solutions*STC: www.stc.com/ *Mobily: www.mobily.com*Zain: www.zain.comTo block commercial SMSs for STC users: Call 800-2444455 toll-free (24 hr service Sat-Wed) or e-mail: [email protected] Service Providers: *Orbit Satellite internet: www.orbitsatnet.com *www.zajil.net, *awalnet.net.sa, * www.naseej.com, *www.shabakah.net.sa, * www.sol.net.sa, *cyberia.net.sa, *Nesma: www.nesma.net.sa

City Codes: Riyadh: 01 Jeddah and Makkah: 02 Dammam, Dahran, Alkhobar and Jubail: 03 Madinah and Yanbu: 04 Abha and Najran: 07

Business & Banking Hours: 8/9AM - 4/5PM Sat-Wed, some are open on Thursdays for half a day 8/9AM - 1/2PM. Weekend: Thursday- Friday.Shopping Hours: 10AM - 1PM 5PM - 10/11PM

Time Zone: GMT+3

Country Code: 966

Emergencies :Ambulance...................................997Electricity Emergency...............933Fire Fighters..................................998Natural Disasters.........................988National Security........................989Nijm “ Insurance Company for Car Accident “.........................920000560Road Security..............................996Traffic Accidents.........................993Water Emergency......8004411110

Mobily..........................................1100STC...................................................902Zain..................................................959

Information/ Maintenance:International Information.......905Telephone Maintenance.........904Telephone Directory.................905Speaking Clock.........................1222

1.00 US Dollar (USD) = SR3.751.00 Euro (EUR) = SR5.231.00 British Pound (GBP) = SR5.941.00 Indian Rupee (INR) = SR0.0791.00 Pakistan Rupee (PKR) = SR0.0471.00 Phillippines Peso (PHP) = SR0.08

Currency Exchange Rates:

Currency: Saudi Riyal (SR) - divided into 100 Halalas; Notes printed in 1 (one), 5 (five), 10 (ten), 50 (fifty), 100 (one hundred), 500 (five hundred) Riyal denominations.

RadioStations FM Channel TypeRotana 88.0 Arabic popQuraan 89.9 Religious Jeddah Radio 92.6 National NewsAFN 93.7 Western MusicPanorama 102.0 Arabic PopMBC FM 103.0 Khaliji Music 103.9 Western Music 107.0 Techno MusicMix FM 105.5 Westren & Arabic PopAlif alif 101.0 Arabic mix

Electricity: 110V and 220V

Transportation:Air: Saudi Arabian Airlines - Nas Airlines Land: Bus: SAPTCO: National Bus Company offering transportation between most Saudi cities. Inside the city: Taxis and Chauffeur companies. Railroad: Only one passenger train service between Riyadh and Dammam.

Cut this out and keep in your wallet

TVNational TV: Saudi Channel 1/ Saudi Channel 2 (English)/ Saudi Channel 3 (Sports)/ Al Ekhbariya News Satellite TV: Thousands of free channels from across the Middle East, Asia andEurope can be viewed using a satellite dish and receiver.Premium Satellite Providers: OSN (Orbit Showtime Network): Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.osnetwork.com ART: Premium Arabic, Western, and Asian Entertainment www.artonline.tv DESTINATION JEDDAH 11

Settling In

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Settling In…For KidsYour parents made the decision to travel halfway around the world and drop you in a foreign country, probably against your will. If you’re between the ages of 0-18…your first instinct is to complain about the heat and the absence of your friends! But instead of reveling in your misery, why not embrace the adventure of life in an exotic country – you can learn a new language, make new friends, and have a wealth of amazing stories to relate to your family and friends back home via Facebook, it all depends upon your attitude.

If you are deposited in one of the many international compounds around Jeddah, look to your neighbors to form a solid base for your new social life. BBQs, pool parties, and weekend get-togethers are all wonderful

opportunities to meet and mingle with kids of your age. Life within compounds can be as hectic or calm as you desire – you’ll find people welcome newcomers with open arms and are quick to suggest the best shops and restaurants around town

to help you settle in. Weekend bus trips and outings are convenient ways

to navigate the city if the family driver is monopolized by your parents; embrace these opportunities for independence, especially if you’re a teenager.

School life will become inordinately important to your happiness, so put a smile on your face and put your best foot forward in making a good first impression. The international student bodies at Jeddah’s many international schools guarantee that you will find someone who speaks your language and understands your situation. Bonding with your school friends is an important first step in your future happiness; invitations to the beach, parties, dinners, and shopping trips will all revolve upon your circle of friends, so cast your net as wide as possible to include a variety of interesting people! If you’re lucky enough to already have family in Jeddah, use their contacts to kick-start your social life.

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Clubs, sports, arts, music – these are all wonderful activities which will also keep you busy and involved. The trick to settling down in a new country is to appreciate the new opportunities which present themselves…don’t waste your time comparing, instead spend your time celebrating!

Keep a journal filled with souvenirs

Buy a camera and create an epic photo album

Fill up a diary with your adventures

Learn Arabic

Take weekend trips and explore the country

Sample different cuisines – Jeddah is full of gourmet eateries

Socialize, socialize, socialize!

Throw a party

Participate in your compound activities

Learn scuba-diving or sailing

Begin a Saudi stamp or rock collection

Have a traditional Saudi outfit custom-sewn just for you!


By Gary Avila

Name: Fayerolla JacobsAge: 42 Nationality: AustralianOccupation:Teacher at Jeddah Knowledge SchoolYears of stay in Jeddah:5 years

Profile Check

Destination Jeddah would like to recognize the challenges and rewards foreign workers face working in KSA. In this section, we will feature expats from all walks of life who share their stories with us. Watch this space...you might be next!

What do you miss most from your country? Public beaches and recreation facilities.What do you love most about Jeddah? ShoppingIs there anything you can find in Jeddah that you don’t have in your country? Being close to the holy cities Makkah and Madinah, and the fact that you can pray anywhere and everywhere.Describe Jeddah in one word: Sensational!Do you have any suggestions to improve Jeddah as an ideal workplace?More organised systems.



Profile:Who: Dr.Ghassan Al-SulaimanWhat: Chairman of Ghassan Al-Sulaiman Holding CompanyWhere: Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaQualifications: MA in Business Administration, University of San Fransisco, 1980. PhD in BusinessAdministration, Hull University, UK, 2004

Who’sWho

With a clear mindset and a visionary approach, Dr. Ghassan Al-Sulaiman makes distinctive footprints in a variety of industries in Saudi Arabia and neighboring countries. Be it retail, food and beverage, investment banking, real estate, or advertising and marketing, Dr. Al-Sulaiman has managed to establish entities that are successfully operating within their markets or are excelling as leaders with renowned names. IKEA for instance, is a retail landmark in Saudi Arabia that was launched by Dr. Al-Sulaiman in the early 1980’s. Securing the IKEA franchise was a coup which only hinted at the bright future in entrepreneurship for this ambitious businessman.

Today, Dr. Al-Sulaiman is the chairman of numerous reputable companies that are operating powerfully in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain; all exceptionally dominant brands and franchises. IKEA in furniture, Margherita and Semsom in food and beverage, Emara and Siraj Capital in real estate, Venture Capital Bank and Saudi Venture Capital in investment banking, and the list continues. All his companies carry his hallmark of his vision to capitalize upon existing business vacuums in order to create and sustain long-term business success.

The key driver behind Dr. Al-Sulaiman’s investment in these diverse industries is his ‘entrepreneurship mindset’; his passion lies in “building a company from scratch rather than getting involved in an already existing one,” as he clarifies. And up until today, Dr. Al-Sulaiman refers to himself as an ‘entrepreneur who delves into novel initiatives and takes considerable

Business

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Dr.Ghassan Al-Sulaiman

A Visionary Entrepreneur with

Business in His Blood

risk’ - he personally relates to this title more than as chairman or CEO or any other position he may have held considering the nature of his professional accomplishments.Realizing that his strength is in ’finding new opportunities, fulfilling visions, and building business models’, Dr. Al-Sulaiman knew how to best leverage his skills and expertise and utilize them efficiently. “I truly add value when the business is in its early development stages, when it is at the beginning of its life cycle, regardless of the industry,” elaborates Dr. Al-Sulaiman as he modestly explains the most effective role he plays in the professional arena. “I am not an executive man,” he bluntly states; operational management of his projects is handled by his teams who excel in these tasks, leaving him the key role of strategist.

One of the essential investment strategies that Dr. Al-Sulaiman believes in and adopts is ‘to invest when people are not investing’, referring to a concept first articulated by billionaire Warren Buffett. Dr. Al-Sulaiman is currently applying this strategy in Bahrain with his new real estate investment in a mixed-use development. To this farsighted entrepreneur, his investments are generated from macro outlooks with long-term visions and a full understanding of the socio-economic dynamics at play in the constantly changing global economy.

Another innovative, macro project that Dr. Al-Sulaiman is launching soon is Al-Jazira; an all-inclusive tourism company that will offer diverse services to tourists in Saudi Arabia with a holistic approach. Considering the novelty of this sector in the country, (the Ministry of


Tourism was founded within the past 10 years), there are notable opportunities for breakthrough investments. “This year, we’ve had 20 million people coming for Hajj and Umrah; yet the vast majority came and left without seeing much of what this country has to offer.” An opportunity for Al-Jazira to provide comprehensive touristic services in order to promote domestic tourism and provide a richer experience for international tourists as well? Dr. Al-Sulaiman thinks so...hence the motivation behind Al-Jazira is built first and foremost upon the certainty of his business acumen.

Aside from the commercial opportunity, Dr. Al-Sulaiman also envisions Al-Jazira’s role as fulfilling specific community service objectives that are key priorities for his country’s development. The first is diversification in economy – it has been integral for the country to develop other sectors besides oil to support the economy; and Saudi Arabia happens to be exclusively fortunate with the geographical treasures, Makkah and Madinah, which are significant landmarks that continue to attract religious tourists from around the world.

The second community service that AL-Jazira will present to the country is employment; “tourism is considered the largest employer in the world,” as Dr. Al-Sulaiman points out. Given the human- based nature of this industry, businesses operating within it actively contribute to reducing unemployment by creating jobs for people with different qualifications and skills. In addition to tackling the well-documented male


unemployment dilemma, he plans to increase the number of women in the workplace through Al-Jazira and all his other companies. It’s recognized that women can play an important role in all sectors of Saudi Arabia’s continued growth strategies.

Commitment to social development is a personal pledge to this entrepreneur. “I try to find the community benefit in my work, even if I am the only one who sees it,” he states. Regardless of the industry he is investing in, Dr. Al-Sulaiman always finds a way to serve the community while offering beneficial products or services. Al-Jazira is definitely one clear manifestation of his genuine dedication.

Serving the community is an issue on the top of his agenda, and at one point in his life he spent most of his time with non-profit organizations. However, the civil society in the country today needs to develop further in order to support NGOs. Accordingly, Dr. Al-Sulaiman realized that he can “add more value to the community through profit organizations with strong corporate social responsibility activities.”

In fact, when deciding on investing in a new business, Dr. Ghassan considers three key factors: differentiation, community service, and profitability/risk. To him, differentiation is the basic make-it or break-it of all new businesses; “ideas can be borrowed, however they have to be developed in one’s own way to ultimately create a unique offering.” As for profitability and risk, he rightfully states that “evaluating risk comes with experience” and every entrepreneur must go through a couple of failures in order to gain that expertise.The restaurant business, for example, is a deceptively risky one; it is quite common

for entrepreneurs to invest in it given the low barriers to starting up a restaurant. However, this is a challenging industry, as it is easy to enter yet challenging to maintain. Dr. Al-Sulaiman’s food and beverage company, Al-Mathaq, is behind the recent openings of Margherita and Semsom. Naysayers poised to pounce upon these new restaurants, yet since both opened their doors, their dining rooms have been overflowing with satisfied customers. Due to their differentiated concepts, they have successfully established their popularity in Jeddah’s competitive dining scene. Not one to rest upon his laurels, Dr. Al-Sulaiman is planning upon opening more restaurants under his Al-Mathaq umbrella. Four different dining concepts will be launched throughout 2012, one of which is an original bakery concept. Distinctiveness is fundamental, especially in this market, given the competitive scene and sophisticated consumer appetites. Al-Mathaq ensures that it offers novel concepts to ensure that it is always one step ahead.

Dr. Al-Sulaiman proudly confesses, “I am a workaholic. I love my work because there is always something new.” This passionate, self-made entrepreneur has recognized his innate business strengths and utilized them in his areas of interest. Although at first glance, the link between real estate, investment banking, food and beverages and his other industries may not be clear; when a true entrepreneur explains the connecting thread, outsiders can also discern his patterns of success. Since Dr. Al-Sulaiman is more concerned with the timing and reasons behind his investment descisions rather than the country or the industry, his varied business interests span global industries with equal success, proving that excellence can be achieved anytime, anywhere... it’s just a matter of vision.

Events &Happenings

WHAT’S BEEN GOING ON...INTERNATIONS: The Community for Expatriates and Global Minds Jeddah Chapter organized their first ‘Polyglot Event’, a language exchange get-together at Bridges Café. Expats and global minded Saudis attended; members of InterNations contributed tips on how to bridge the gap between the cultural differences between nationalities to better understand each other’s norms and traditions. Live InterNations spirit…”Nobody stands alone!” Log on to www.internations.org

SIEMENS STUDENT AWARDS:

The Siemens Student Award 2011 asked for the best answers to one of the world’s toughest questions, “How can you build sustainable cities in the desert?” The winning team from Egypt received $25,000 and the 1st runner-up, Ms Noura Chehab from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), was awarded $15,000. Her idea titled “Transferring A Desert Into A Haven” proposed an integrated system which simultaneously desalinates salt water, produces electricity and treats wastewater. The system promises significant advantages as it does not require extensive energy inputs or high water pressure.

SAVOLA HR TAKE PART IN PROGRAM TO TRAIN PERSONS WITH DISABILITES : Savola’s production managers and HR team recently flew to Amsterdam to attend the training program, “The Concept and Implementation of the Mentor and Buddy System in HR.” Coinciding with Savola’s aim to train and employ persons with disabilities, the program included segments on how to identify disabilities, how to deal with them, and offering moral support to employees with special needs. Faten Al Yafi, Senior Executive Director said, “By organizing these training programs, Savola aims to effectively integrate the persons with disabilities in the workplace as part of the Makeen initiative.”

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THE POND’S ARABIA BRAND COUNCIL:

Pond’s, a pioneer in beauty and skincare secrets, was excited to announce its ‘Arabia Beauty Council’ on November 16th. The council consists of Simone Heng, Dana Hamdan, Rosemin Manji and Amira Al Fadl — four empowered women within the fashion, beauty, art and media industries across the Gulf. Each member has been selected based on their innovation, achievements and ability to portray the aspirations of today’s women, and will be featured in a variety of upcoming campaigns. “We are extremely excited to be associated with such an impressive group of women who are beyond doubt positive and strong role models, representing the cultural diversity of our region,” said Tina Chikhani, Marketing Director.

33RD SAUDI INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW:

November saw the presentation of Toyota’s full line-up at the 33rd Saudi International Motor Show (SIMS) held at the Jeddah Centre for Forums and Events. “This year’s highlights are Toyota’s latest FT-86 concept car and the reveal of the all new Camry 2012 model for the first time to the Saudi public,” said Faisal Abdullah, Vice President of Abdul Latif Jameel. Toyota hosted the largest booth at the show, and made the experience exciting with an array of competitions targeted at the youth, accessorized versions of cars for Toyota fanatics, and a Toyota Café for visitors to relax.


GERMAN-BAVARIAN FOOD FESTIVAL : From the 10th to 17th of November, Jeddah Hilton proudly hosted the German-Bavarian Food Festival in celebration of Lufthansa German Airlines’ new route from Jeddah to Munich. Chef Fabian from Munich prepared a selection of traditional dishes such as apple strudel, bread and potato dumplings, roasted veal shank, and kaiserchmarren dessert. “The food festival will add to the culinary experience of the guests and visitors of Jeddah Hilton, and help in exploring the culture of other countries,” said Alexander Musch, Director of Operation. A giant pretzel was also prepared to commemorate the event.

SUNSHINE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SPORTS DAY 2011:

On the 23rd of November, Sunshine International School held its annual sports day, with nursery and kindergarten students participating in various activities such as archery, football, basketball and tennis. In the spirit of the vibrant occasion, children dressed in football uniforms and other sporting attire. Each student received a certificate at the end of the exciting day, commending them on their cooperation and teamwork.

STC ESTABLISHES INVESTMENT FUND TO ENRICH INNOVATION IN TECHNOLOGY :

STC Group recently announced its $50 million self-financed investment in the Venture Capital Fund. The fund specializes in start up, small, and medium sized telecommunication and IT companies operating in Saudi and internationally. Eng Saud bin Majed Al Daweesh, CEO, explained “This Fund targets the local market and invests in local Saudi expertise, talent, and venture capital ideas. It comes as part of the Kingdom’s strategic drive to transform to a knowledge-based economy by enriching the spirit of both initiative and innovation.”

THE BLESSINGS OF SIGHT:

Makkah Clock Royal Tower- A Fairmont Hotel - initiated their ‘Feel YourSenses’ program to support people who are losing their eyesight. They collaborated with the Ebsar Foundation, an organization which helps the visually impaired. Surrounded by spiritual serenity, the first patient removed his bandages in the heart of the most scared land for Muslims…Makkah. Upon removing the bandages, the first sight Wael witnessed was the Holy Kaabah.

Events &Happenings


PAUL’S SAUDI DEBUT :

PAUL Bakery and Restaurant celebrated the grand opening of its first Saudi branch on the 22nd of November. The event attracted many high profile personalities such as His Excellency the French Ambassador, Consul General, diplomats, Saudi businessmen and celebrities. “PAUL embodies the best of French culture,” said Mr. Christian Raimbault, PAUL’s International General Manager of Europe, Middle East and Africa. “We were keen to come to you and present our famous tasty breads, baking, gourmet pastries and main courses.”


CLASSIC MUSIC, CONTEMPORARY JAZZ & THE SOUNDS OF ARABIA:

A musical evening at the behest of the German Consul General, Dr. Rolf Theodor Schuster, took place on November 22 at the Italian Cultural Center. German brothers Johannes Tonio Kreusch and Cornelius Claudio Kreusch, classically trained artists of the guitar and piano, combined the European legacy of classical music and contemporary jazz. Their recent Jeddah concert invited musicians from all over Arabia to join them on the stage in a unique, musical fusion experience. Johannes débuted at New York’s Carnegie Hall in 1996, while Cornelius was selected as the youngest pianist for the Concours International de Piano Jazz Martial Solal in Paris in 1989 and was one of five finalists at the Great American Jazz Piano Competition in 1994. Music lovers were able to appreciate the new sounds as the expert musicians merged the classical tradition with an Arabian flair. Artistic collaborations such as these are hallmarks of Jeddah’s international appeal and cosmopolitan audience.


The technology era has an enormous impact in breaking the barrier of distance while encouraging participation in international programs and initiatives. It sparks the passion of individuals in the international community to learn about the culture of Saudi Arabia through the variety of civil society initiatives which flourish via Facebook and Twitter.

“It is commonly known that Saudi Arabia is the source of black gold, but what else do others know about us?!” says Mohammad Bakhrieba. “This is why I decided to launch the ‘Call of Culture’ initiative, a call for individuals to take the lead in fulfilling their natural mission towards the global society.” He explains that influential initiatives are usually based on scientific studies in order to quantify goals, therefore he devised a questionnaire to measure Saudi youth’s understanding of their Saudi culture. Unfortunately, the dominance of western culture in media and social networks has resulted in misconceptions about local Saudi culture.

This idea is the first social project of an international group founded by Globcal

International to advance intellectual communication. The word ‘Globcal’ is a combination of the words Global and Local. This means that everyone has a role locally and globally; the duty to answer this global call is imperative in order to unify the world. This all volunteer project hopes to empower the youth of Saudi Arabia to communicate proudly and effectively on the world stage.

Bakhrieba first promoted the idea in Italy, then came back home and re-launched it in TEDx. The project will be launched in Naples 2.0 – International Social Innovation Conference, organized by the EU Commission for Social Development. After the project is completed, he plans to send CDs to all Saudi students abroad to learn about their culture and start their role in promoting it internationally. “It’s a BIG BANG project and we are looking forward to making it happen!” he says enthusiastically. “Just remember, every one of us has a role in the development and well being of world societies…both locally and internationally.”

Globcal: Starting Locally…Thinking Globally

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Samah Khashoggi

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Gift registry Specialists will provide tips and demonstrations on how to select tablewear, bedding and bath items for your new home.Red Sea Mall: +966-22150191Mall of Arabia: +966-26123199

Learn about gift registry and let their experts help you create the home of your dreams.Red Sea Mall: +966-22150191Mall of Arabia: +966-26123199

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Date: 4 -5 DecVenue: Al Faisaliah Hotel.Info: www.wilforumksa.com

Date: 6 DecVenue: Jeddah Hilton Hotel.Discussion on the challenges, solutions and opportunities for water and food in Saudi Arabia.

Date: 21 - 23 DecVenue: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre.Info: www.elagatygroup.com

RIYADH:annual Women in Leadership

Interactive discussionwater and food

RIYADH:Media Industry Exhibition

Complimentary class by Pottery Barn “Set up your new home”

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Leila Al Marashi’s Art exhibition features a series of canvases derived from her popular fashion label, SugarVintage. Inspired by her Emirati heritage and celebrating her passion for 1940s vintage fashion icons, SugarVintage was founded in April 2008.

Marashi’s current exhibition, taking place at Maison Bo-M in Stars Avenue Mall, features iconic images from her ‘Turathi’ collection. She mixes elements of authentic UAE cultural heritage such as the Burqa masks, with film stars and pop culture references like Marilyn Monroe & Audrey Hepburn, fully embroidered with pearls, sequins and stones. Imaginative, playful, and irreverent creations which are delights to behold! The exhibition will run until January 2012 – a wonderful opportunity to begin the new year with some new art to grace your walls.

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OUTDOOR FUN for the Whole Family

By Serene Feteih

SALTY SPLASHStay at one of Jeddah’s many beach resorts for a weekend and enjoy some quality time with the family; swimming, jet skiing, volleyball, snorkeling, building sandcastles or just lazing about in the sun and enjoying the view.

PARK N PICNICThere are many parks all over Jeddah. Most of them have a playground, some have a basketball area too and plenty of grass to run around on. So pack your picnic basket, toys, and bikes and don’t forget to pick up your litter before leaving.

PAINTBALLIf you’re searching for an adrenaline rush, head with your older kids to Al-Rawdah District for an hour of fun!

BALADI YA BALADIDowntown is so much fun this time of year. The colors, the souks, the products are just so vibrant and busy. Grab your camera and make an album in a day, plus treat yourself to some cool gadgets at amazing bargain prices!


ZOOMANIA …Drop by Fayfa and check out the new animals. Young kids especially will love seeing and learning about animals that are not familiar to them.

FAST WHEELS…Although this place is not outdoors, it’s definitely worth going with your family. With all types of entertainment from go-karting to bowling , wall-climbing to archery, In10so will keep you moving for hours! Located in Serafi MegaMall and Red Sea Mall.

HORSE-BACK RIDINGAs the weather is becoming more pleasant, this is a great time to take the whole family for something different and exciting! Try out activities you wouldn’t normally do in the summer heat. Riding is fun for the whole family at (Mutabbagani) Trio Ranch or Al-Aseel.


SPORTSNow that the weather is getting cooler, get your family moving and sign up for basketball, football or tennis lessons.

CAMP ROCKMoonlight Mountain is great for you with your older kids if you’re into mountain climbing. Reward yourself with some meditation and an amazing sunset view before heading back home.

A BUMPY RIDE?Camel rides are fun! Head to the Hamra Corniche and try out a new experience with your kids. The colorful decorations on the camels’ “hawdaj” (saddle/shade structures) will make memorable photo snaps and draw smiles galore.


IS THAT A MONKEY?A smooth 3 hour drive to Taif and you can enjoy some wildlife along with great weather and scenery.

ALTERNATIVESGolf …yes we have golfing in Jeddah! Desert Lakes Golf Course. Test your analytical mind skills and physical prowess with this challenging sport. Or take the kids biking along the Corniche and through neighborhood parks to maximize the joy of the breeze in your face and the cool weather.

SAILIN…Not really… Located on the Corniche underneath a 24 meter high sail that covers a large pool, this place is a great choice for the whole family to spend the day while the kids splish splash in the water and the parents enjoy the seating area with cool cocktails.

CRUISIN’ ALONG…If you haven’t yet tried the dinner buffet cruise… Marsa Al-Ahlam’s floating restaurant is not to be missed. Great weather, wonderful food, and a boat ride thrown in for good measure!


The group is called “Jeddah Hash House Harriers”. Originally a British social running club, Harrier clubs can be found all over the world and have evolved into a relaxed, expat-oriented weekly get-together. Personally, I’ve been a member for about a year and a half now, and have gone from a casual sight-seer to a dedicated runner in the different hills, mountains and locations we visit each week. Here is what you need to know to become a HASHer:

1 THURSDAY IS MINE!I’ve found it quite peaceful and therapeutic to dedicate Thursday of every week to this natural outing. The hike is usually a 5-7 km trail of ups and downs at various locations east and north of the borders of Jeddah. Locations include Usfan, Briman and Mersal

village. Tell everyone around you that Thursdays are yours. A great boost to clear your mind and feel that you still own part of your busy week to fill with some fresh air and beautiful people.

2 A GOOD STRETCHAnother thing I’ve come to like is guaranteeing that a week will not pass without me getting some physical activity. The age of people ranges from 7-70 yrs old. You must always remember to stretch and warm up. The trail can take a toll on your joints and body if you’re not an active person. But don’t worry, you’ll get used to it with time. I remember being out of breath after the first kilometer, but now, I strive to make sure I’m among the top 10 finishers. Don’t forget to hydrate all day long leading up to the hike as well.

ON, ON!By Rayan A. Karkadan

Hiking? In Jeddah? Like a real hike? Where…the mall? These are some of the responses I usually get when I tell people I go hiking in Jeddah. Yes, hiking - even running!

What’s even more shocking is that this Thursday marks the 1,601 consecutive week that this hike has been conducted, right here in our hometown. Let me repeat that number again: 1601 consecutive weeks. And since a large number of this group is non-Saudi, they find it amusing that Saudis living in Jeddah have not experienced a hike in their own backyard. New comers are usually greeted with smiles, a humorous Introduction ,and the question “Where have you been all this time?!“

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5 FOOD AND MUSICAfter everyone has completed the course, the group usually divides into smaller groups to socialize and enjoy a casual BBQ. Firewood, meat, marshmallows, and a good ole’ guitar…nothing like some good food, good music, and good laughs with good people under the stars right here in your hometown!

ON, ON!

3 ARE YOU A LONG OR A MINI?The good people of the “HASH” go a day earlier and mark the trails with chalk to make sure it’s safe and to add a little fun. They occasionally mark the wrong ways on purpose as to mislead you. You have to find the right trail, and the first person to do so yells “On, on!” This famous phrase has become closely related to all HASHers. That being said, the HASHers mark two trails - a more family oriented ‘Mini HASH‘, and the long run, which involves longer, advanced running. I suggest newbies start with the mini to test the waters (and their physical prowess.)

4 DO YOU TEND TO TAKE THINGS SERIOUSLY?I ask this because the answer in my case is “Yes!” If you’re the competitive type, you’ll enjoy the friendly, competitive nature of your fellow HASHers, so don’t worry if your first attempt is only the mini-run, (my first was the mini as well.) However, I often went for a brisk jog during the week to improve my speed and stamina. Having so many fit hikers around really helps you get the best out of yourself.



There is no shortage of family-friendly outings in Jeddah. Amusement parks, beaches, and everything in between are available in town and most residents have become pretty familiar with what is available. There are even plenty of green parks for the enterprising families who need a little more greenery in their lives, especially in the cooler winter months when it’s positively pleasant to spend time outdoors.

In September of last year, Jeddah Mayor Hani Abu Ras introduced the mayoralty’s plan of establishing public parks throughout Jeddah. The development initiative also included plans to further improve existing parks in the city. The project was coordinated through the Parks and Beautification Department which has also been overseeing the addition of thousands of trees and other greenery in the city.

By Dina Ismail

Parks, Picnics, and PlaytimeA Greener Jeddah:


What does this mean for you and your family? Simply put, there is no simpler and more pleasant way to spend an afternoon than picnicking with family friends in a park. Over 90 parks have already been implemented in various areas and districts around Jeddah – each including a differing range of facilities such as seating areas, playgrounds, car parking, shaded areas, and football and basketball courts, so be sure to plan a visit before temperatures soar and the idea of a day spent outside starts to seem a little less appealing.

The Jeddah parks project has made it easier than ever to take advantage of Jeddah’s beauty as a city. Rather than spending all day cooped up in an over air-conditioned, underwhelming location, be creative about your outings and take your family to one of

the many parks that now proudly dot the Jeddah landscape. Pack a picnic, a deck of cards, and some toys and head out in the late afternoon when the sun is not as strong - also the perfect time to enjoy a spectacular Jeddah sunset.

The artistice sand dunes and impressive deserts of the Middle East may not immediately bring images of lush greenery to mind - but Jeddah has managed to make it possible...so why not try it out and start enjoying Jeddah’s scenic outdoors?


San Francisco has a world-famous Chinatown, London has a world-famous Southall (India/Pakistan town) …and Jeddah has Aziziyah. The largest concentration of Indians and Pakistanis in the entire Kingdom, this neighborhood has its origins in two schools which relocated to the area in the mid-1980’s. The Pakistan International School Jeddah and the International Indian School together have a student body approaching 30,000 students! As families clustered into the area in order to be close to these schools, the neighborhood took on a distinctively South Asian flavor. Today, Aziziyah is THE place to visit for authentic Indian and Pakistani food, clothing, and groceries, and the Kababish Market (named after one of the earliest Pakistani restaurants in Jeddah) is the center of Aziziyah.

KABABISH Market:Gateway to AziziyahBy Fouzia Khan

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Located between Amir Majed Street and Moalifeen Street, Kababish Market comes alive in the evenings when men, women, and children throng the streets to enjoy freshly fried pakoras, samosas, and jilebis (tasty meat or vegetable fritters and sweet, crispy snacks, respectively). Sidewalk vendors display their wares ranging from toys and trinkets, home goods, and the luscious fresh fruits and vegetables necessary for truly authentic regional dishes. Women crowd the fabric stores to purchase the latest designs from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, either ready-made garments or the fabrics which they can get tailored to their specifications, while single men frequent the many excellent kabab, nihari, and take-away curry stalls.

If you’ve never been to Aziziyah, prepare yourself for a step into a different culture where you will hear Urdu, Hindi, and the myriad regional dialects of the subcontinent as well as see people from all over the world. It’s a popular destination for visitors to Jeddah who are performing Umrah and Hajj – simply to enjoy a spicy meal or pick up some gift items unavailable elsewhere in the Kingdom. The famous hand-made leather slippers called ‘khussas’ can be found here, as well as glittering glass


bangles, costume jewelry, and even bridal wear to adorn both the bride and groom from head to toe. The weeks leading up to both Eids are an especially busy time as people from outlying areas such as Rabigh and Yanbu also frequent the markets in Aziziyah for all their food and shopping needs.

Beauty parlors offer intricate henna designs to decorate ladies’ hands and feet, in addition to beauty treatments from the subcontinent. Threading, waxing, turmeric face masques, hot-oil hair massage, and henna hair-dyes are just a sample of the specialties on offer. Jewelry stores stocked with gold, silver, and precious stones from the region present delicate daily wear to ornate bridal sets – Aziziyah is a one-stop shopping and dining experience where you can travel to Pakistan and India without a passport!

End your visit with a freshly-made ‘paan’ – it’s a customary treat which is popular after a meal to aid in digestion and as a breath-freshener. Made of crushed betel nuts, cardamom, spices, (sweet paan contains desiccated coconut and sugar), and herbal pastes wrapped in a betel-leaf; paan is a delicious, unique taste of the region. For those searching for a sweeter taste, try the golden, pretzel-shaped jilebis which emerge crispy from hot oil and an immersion in sugar syrup…it’s impossible to stop after just one bite.



FAHAD AYYADWhat’s Up Jeddah’s resident photographer Fahad Ayyad mostly works in his wood paneled, sound-proof, home-recording studio. His colorful collection of acoustic and electric guitars are perfectly aligned against a wall. With comfy couches and dim lighting, it looks like a classic recording studio…except that multi-talented Ayyad is switching gears from music to photography. Both remain passions of his; he has installed large lighting fixtures placed high against the walls and an interesting variety of different props fill up the shelves and corners. It’s truly an atmosphere built for creativity.

By Rayan Khayat

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developed technically as a photographer. With his reliable Cannon 1DS Mark III, Ayyad has done personal requests, fashion spreads, and his ads are featured in the streets of Jeddah. Although usually hired for his technical skills, Ayyad prefers to be more involved. He would rather keep editing to a minimum and only what he can do in a dark room. This dedication stems from his love of the art of photography, collecting vintage cameras and his dream of having a darkroom of his own. In the future, Ayyad is hoping to create videos. It will be exciting to see what he can create with his inventiveness and motivation to simultaneously use the two mediums he loves best…music and photography

Music has been a major inspiration for Ayyad’s work, he was in a band that stood out from the heavy metal Jeddah scene. His experiences led him to explore the use of images. Ayyad’s photographs clearly show a meticulous dedication to creating and achieving a certain picture he has in his mind. Ayyad’s photographs are of things that are out of place, hazy implausible situations that are almost dreamlike. Like a perplexing collage that’s also slightly melancholic, perhaps of situations that only exist in the mind. Except they do for him, being so driven and resourceful. It could be a prop-laden story in his studio or more ambitious endeavors such as a challenging underwater adventure. It isn’t something the viewer always understands, but it is there to be seen and experienced thru Ayyad’s eyes. Within the space of a few years, Ayyad had


E-mail: [email protected]: +966-558333339website: http://www.fahadayyad.com

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MOONA Al-Qahtani:Fashion Illustrator & Artist

Moona Al-Qahtani grew up in an atmosphere of freedom to explore her innate curiosity for life…a formative experience where she was afforded the opportunity and tools to pursue her passions. As an experimental artist trying out different mediums, she found school guidelines restrictive; her home was the place where she found the artistic support and freedom to thrive.

Rayan Khayat

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MOONA Al-Qahtani:Fashion Illustrator & Artist

Her mother, who owns a craft and sewing class shop, was her initial source of inspiration. She used to make dresses for her daughters and used patterns and cuts she would find in Vogue and McCall’s, magazines which were always around the house. Moona took cues from the world of fashion and applied her skills to oil paintings, but the efficiency and immediacy of digital art soon became attractive to her. Fashion designers such as Galliano and Vogue illustrators such as Rene Bouche and Rene Grau become her new influences.

Moona wanted to become a part of this world with its colors and she soon became a digital fashion illustrator. She found that it was a method to maximize creativity to create something real and was the foundational element of the fashion process. Her style is glamorous and luxurious, reminiscent of a time when intricate details and quality were a part of clothes. She takes her cues from old Hollywood and Egyptian cinema, touches which are transported into her modern designs. Women with bountiful constructions of lavish fabrics, sparkling, large shapes of jewelry and sophisticated up-dos are her visions of beauty.

Rayan Khayat


Other works of Moona’s include graphic illustrations which exhibit the art of collaging and styling. Some of her work resembles pop art, with its cultural references, bright bold colors and print screen-like qualities. She has also leaned towards including common images from the Arab community. Her brightly colored ensembles of camels with Louis Vuitton bags and fully veiled women by an Eiffel Tower in the desert reveal a different vision of Mona’s - one with a sharp eye on social habits and a satirical sense of humor. Alongside a prolific interest in fashion illustration, Moona also exposes society’s use of beauty affectations; layers upon layers masking and covering, out-of-place styles, and clown make-up. Moona hasn’t completely abandoned making art with her hands, creating large canvas paintings using knives for experimentation. Her latest series, ‘Shanab,’ features large towering portraits of men with scraggily moustaches and colorful faces.

She updates regularly on her blog and portfolio, http://www.psychomagic.net/. It is the joy of creating art that continues to motivate her.


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CBA LibraryTel: +966-2- 6900671Effat Library Tel: +966-2-6364300Jeddah Public LibraryTel: +966 2-6363920Mirza LibraryTel: +966-2-6721063My LibraryTel: +966-2-2631709

Al-Fanous BookstoresTel: +966-2-6553897Al-Maktaba Stores Tel: +966-2-2562187Al-Obeikan BookstoresTel: +966-2-6927018 / 920020209Dar Al-Mareekh Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6524682Jarir BookstoresTel: +920000089Little BookRoshana Center Tel: +966-2-2634817Stars AvenueTel: +966-2-2754689Madina Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6659045Mamoun Bookstores Tel: +966-2-6446614Tihama BookstoreTel: +966-2-6970690Rawaea Al-MaktabatTel: +966-2-6827730VirginTel: +966-2-2633886

Al-HokairTel: +966-2-6836666Al-Shallal Theme ParkTel: +966-2-6063993Bowling CityTel: +966-2-6690800Bowling WorldTel: +966-2-6744545Chucky CheeseTel: +966-2-6062608Color Me MineRed Sea MallTel: +966-2-2180081Funtime PizzaTel: +966-2-6555992Fun DayTel: +966-2-2635487Ice Land Tel: +966-2-6626666IN10SOTel: +966-2-2844992Jeddah LanesTel: +966-2-6636381/ 6690343Jungle LandTel: +966-2-2881111Kid’s CafeTel: +966-2-2634888Mob: +966-555651653Kid’s CastleTel: +966-2-2634760Moon ToonTel: +966-2-2844855OceanicaTel: +966-2-2150723Smart Kid (Al-Hokair)Tel: +966-2-4202370SparksTel: +966-2-6162144Stationery FantasiesTel: +966-2-6827730Vi Kids ClubTel: +966-2-2616899VortexTel: +920009550

Al-Alamia GalleryTel: +966-2-6635107Al-Tayebat International City Museum for Sciences & KnowledgeSitteen St.Tel: +966-503601376 www.altayebatcity.com Art Frame Trading Est.Macarona St.Tel: +966-2-6722339ATHR GalleryTel: +966-2- 2845009www.athrart.com Darat Safeya BinzagrTel: +966-2- 6571030www.daratsb.comEbdaa Gallery CenterTel: +966-2- 2154480www.ebdaagallery.com Jeddah Atelier Tel: +966-2-6530812Mansoojat Foundationwww.mansoojat.org Rochan GalleryTel: +966-2-6655630 Ext.236Saudi Center for the Fine ArtsTel: +966-2-6696786Basmoca Virtual Museum www.basmoca.com

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Tel: +96626685533 Email:: [email protected]: www.jasminebox.comLocation: Stars Avenue Mall and on Rawdah Street

SHOP WE !!Jasmine Box, a new luxury lifestyle boutique in Jeddah, offers customers a superior selection of fashion choices, feminine home accessories and furniture all under one roof!

Selling an exclusive but diverse range of internationally-sourced products, Jasmine Box aims to bring customers special products not available elsewhere in Saudi Arabia.

Long-lasting scented candles, funky cushions, ornate vases as well as trendy clothing and fashion accessories are displayed in a mix and match fashion. Everything in this unique and charming shop, from the hangers to the lovely seating arrangement, is for sale or available to order.

FASHION...Always up to date with the latest in fashion, DJ’s Fashion Editor Carol Keyrouz is ready to teach readers what’s in and what’s not. From tips to new trends, this fashion editor never misses a beat, and focuses on ensuring that you look your best wherever you go.

ZARA Kimono279 SR

METALLICS!

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OASIS shirt 180 SR

ASOS 223 SR

ASOS 50 SR

ROBERTO CAVALLI 12193 SR

SNAKE PRINTS!

ZARA89 SR

YSL cuff 4656 SR

ZARA shoes 479 SR

OASIS shirt 180 SR

This is one trend you can’t ignore this season! Exotic prints are seen everywhere from the Fall/Winter 2011 runways to gracing the shelves of every store. Animal print continues to be huge, with snakeskin being a sophisticated update to leopard print. Easily update your existing wardrobe by adding a touch of snakeskin to your outfit for that instant glamorous look!

FRENCH SOLE 665 SR

ZARA129 SR



ASOS70 SR

Former “Posh Spice” has always been in the spotlight as a style icon. Over the years she has left us guessing as she periodically reinvents herself, yet has never failed to look every inch the glamour star. Whether on the red carpet or at soccer practice with her family, Victoria always looks polished. Here’s how you can achieve one of her stylish outfits for less!

STAR STYLEFOR LESS

Warm yourself up stylishly with Marc by Marc Jacobs matching hat and gloves set, as well as Alexander McQueen’s red skull scarf. Instantly go from day to night in black crystal Lanvin cufflinks, organize your personal items into a small chest wallet by Bottega Veneta, smarten up your casual look with Converse’s leather sneakers and cover up in a beautifully unique wool and leather coat by Alexander McQueen!

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 13427 SR

MARC BY MARC JACOBS 260 SR


LANVIN 1266 SR

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CONVERSE 422 SR

BOTTEGAVENETA 2267 SR

MARC BY MARC JACOBS 314 SR

RIVER ISLAND300 SR

DEBENHAMS108 SR

TOPSHOP 210 SR

KOOKAI1016 SR

VICTORIA BECKHAM

DKNY1173 SR

DEBENHAMS60 SR

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VALENTINO 3980 SR

Strut your stuff in Christian Louboutin’s metal pumps, rock your world in a studded leather dress by Versace for H&M, carry your essentials in an oversized colored clutch by Valentino, warm up your beautiful hands with exquisite embroidered fingerless gloves by Alexander McQueen, feel like the star that you are in Prada’s unique shades and cover up in style with a funky abaya from Cream!

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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN 3630 SR

CREAM abaya 1600 SR

PRADA 1266 SR

VERSACE for H&M 1500 SR


RIVER ISLAND 240 SR

Colin Farell the Irish actor has always been more famous for his rowdy behavior than his fashion sense, however here it looks like he has made an effort to polish up his looks! Although it’s still part of his care-free sense of style, he is right on track with the plaid trend and he pairs it up with a neat navy cardigan.

COLIN FARELL

ZARA 259 SR

STAR STYLEFOR LESS

ZARA 199 SR

ASOS120 SR


TRENDS

LANVIN 1560 SR

ASOS 151 SR

DIESEL574 SR

RALPH LAUREN 423 SR

DIESEL 254 SR


ZARA 68 SR

CONVERSE 260 SR.

It has been obvious to see that Leather is one of the top fall trends this year! On the runways we saw a variety of luxury skins, textures and colors for men such as black brown caramel and cognac. Nothing makes a man look sexier and tougher than the biker boy look!

PLAID!!

CHARVET 393 SR

ZARA 129 SR

MULBERRY 925 SR

ZARA139 SR

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CREAM abaya 1600 SR

DON’T! overdo the abaya

DO!modern abaya

Do add your own personal style to your abaya! Different colors, designs and fabrics can make your abaya unique and let you stand out from the crowd.

Don’t overdo it! Keep the designs and colors on your abaya simple and don’t wear Burberry or Fendi print abayas!

Abaya by Diala Kabbara


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Mob: +966-500257579www.uniquegifts-sa.blogspot.comLocation: Qurtobah center, Arafat Road, Al Hamra’a dist.

UNIQUE GIFTS

T-BAG PRODUCTSThere are also a variety of other products on as such as greeting cards, gift bags, trays, trinket boxes and notebooks... all decorated with recycled tea bags. This unique and creative touch results in charming, eco-friendly gifts sure be appreciated and cherished.

Jeddah is truly a shopper’s paradise, IF you know where to look. While most people check out the main malls...let DJ introduce you to the hidden gems of Jeddah where you can discover unique gifts, memorable souvenirs, and one-of-a-kind handmade treasures.

Delicately handmade, these coasters carry with them the comforting vibe of being made in a home-based studio in Jeddah. A set of 6 comes priced at 150 SR, and a coaster box at 80 SR.

Unique Gifts offer the latest range of stylish and modern gifts from around the world. Your one-stop shop for innovative gadgets and homeware you won’t find anywhere else.


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CREAM abaya 1600 SR

While Alakeel’s Toby brand is well-known locally and fast becoming a presence upon the international style scene, kudos to illustrious shoe-designer Christian Louboutin for wearing a Toby shirt in the French Marie Claire’s October issue! Although Hatem has previously mentioned being a close friend of Louboutin – their acquaintance even preceding Hatem’s days as a designer – it came as a pleasant surprise when the fashion mogul exhibited his shirt for the magazine photoshoot. Hatem originally presented Louboutin with the shirt as a gift, but never expected such a thrilling response. To be endorsed by such a prominent designer has certainly been a major honour for Toby, providing the brand with further international exposure at a time when it is already receiving wide recognition abroad. Hatem

previously collaborated with Louboutin in 2009 when his models sported Louboutin shoes at Fashion Expo Arabia in the UAE. Hatem’s new line of shirts continue to convey his already well-established penchant for artistically fusing Middle Eastern and Western style into a genre all his own. Steeped in aesthetic flair, males of all ages can now enjoy Hatem’s iconic clothing and proudly join the thobe revolution – looking edgy and refined in Hatem’s contemporary twist to the traditional Arabian robe.

Store 1 Location: Prince Sultan Street, across the street from the fist statue Tel: +966-2-692 3215 Mob: +966-54 057 6639Store 2 Location: Rawda Street, between Ultimate Power Gym and DomvsTel: +966 2 664 6671

Hatem Alakeel, the designer behind the iconic Toby brand, continues to build up his fashion empire. 2011 saw him open a second boutique in Jeddah, heralded for both its stylish interior as well as the masterfully executed clothing adorning the hangers. In addition, he oversaw the strategic placement of his line in the Saks Fifth Avenue store in Dubai, launched his HA Design Company for corporate uniforms, and recently unveiled his new line of dress shirts...leaving fans to wonder what 2012 will bring!

REACHES NEW HEIGHTS WITH TOBYHatem Alakeel:

By Nazeeha Jacobs

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POTTERY BARNWith the recent launch of the new store in Mall of Arabia, Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids now boast a total of seven stores in the Kingdom – evidently flourishing despite only being introduced to the Saudi market in April.

Offering exceptional furnishings and home décor for every living space – from bedrooms and bathrooms to home offices and outdoors – Pottery Barn aims to provide customers with the opportunity to transform their homes into a reflection of their personalities with stylish, high quality furniture and decorative accessories. Pottery Barn’s main focus for this season is Diwaniya style sofas, allowing customers to create a perfect cosy setting

according to the size of their space and personal tastes.

Also operated by Alshaya International Trading Co., Pottery Barn Kids is a brand that accommodates the furnishing needs of babies and kids, seeking to provide appealing spaces that are both comfortable and functional. Its furnishings ensure child-friendly bedrooms and nurseries that retain a superior element

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of style. A wide range of gifts for children and expectant mothers are also available, and these can be personalized with names or unique messages as part of the Pottery Barn monogramming service.

In addition to their premium furniture ranges, Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids also offer a variety of extra services. A few of these include complimentary design classes, in-store events for children, and in-home consultation through which an associate is able to visit customer’s homes and personally assist in planning their spaces. In equipping customers with these services, the two brands aim to guarantee an enjoyable shopping experience and supply customers with all the necessary resources to create their ideal living space.

The excellent aesthetics, value and service of Pottery Barn and Pottery Barn Kids are what distinguishes them from other furniture stores and what has made them so popular in a mere few months. With a steady growth in consumer demand, they eagerly anticipate further expansion throughout the Kingdom in the upcoming year.

Location 1: Red Sea MallContact: +966-2-2150191Location 2: Mall of ArabiaContact: +966-2-6123199



SIMPLE SELF DEFENSE64 easy-to-use self-defense strategies for woman - no prior experience necessary. This App explains each strategy and why it’s effective, and offers helpful tips in four basic categories: Planning and setting boundaries/Nonviolent strategies/Basic physical techniques/Advanced physical techniques.

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GAME REVIEWS

RESIDENT EVIL: THE MERCENARIES 3DPacked with intensive action, players compete to defeat as many enemies as possible. Players select their skills for their character to either boost weapon performance, melee abilities, or other attributes. Enjoy a single-player experience or take advantage of Wi-Fi, allowing players from around the world to join forces. Available on PC & Nintendo 3DS

CALL OF JUAREZ: THE CARTELThis is the third installment of the Western action shooter Call of Juarez franchise. When a Mexican drug cartel bombs a U.S. law enforcement agency, the U.S. government puts together a special task force to bring them down. Play as a brutal LAPD cop, a DEA agent, or gang-affiliated street kid turned FBI agent. Embark on an epic, bloody road trip from the streets of Los Angeles to Ciudad Juarez as you try to fight to dismantle the Cartel and solve the mystery of the bombing. Available on PC, PlayStation 3 & Xbox 360

LEARN GYMNASTICS”KIDS”Encourage self-confidence and build physical and social skills with gymnastics! These fun games and exercises provide training for beginners and instructors. Just follow along with this easy-to-use video program and discover entertaining activities that will have children balancing and tumbling in no time.


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SPORTS GADGETS H2O AUDIO SURGE 2G WATERPROOF HEADPHONES, AMPHIBX (MEDIUM) & WAISTBELT BUNDLE 400 SRThe swim bundle provides everything you need to get into the water with your playlist. Withstands submersion down to 36m underwater, Full operation of touch and click wheel controls, waterproof Armband to be worn on hip or back, perfect for swimming, surfing, kayaking, etc.Available at Memega

LEKI’s Nordic Walking Instructor poles provide the perfect combination of balance, weight, and quality for walkers of all levels. A unique Trigger System provides support with a strap that completely wraps the hand and wrist. The two-section poles adjust from 105-135 cms and feature heat-treated aluminum upper shafts and carbon lower shafts. An instructional DVD is included.Available at Go Sport

LIQUID IMAGE VIDEOMASK 311 5-MEGAPIXEL COMPACT CAMERA 500 SRKeep your hands free as you dive! This is the world’’s only dive mask that has an integrated waterproof digital video 5mp camera. Operates to a depth of 10m - ideal for snorkeling, spearfishing, freediving, and shallow scuba diving.Available at Memega

RUCKSACK COVER 49 SR Protects your rucksack during bad weather - totally waterproof material allows safe hiking in all weather, plus the rugged construction ensures durability over hazardous terrain.Available at Go Sport

FUZION LANDSHARK 4-WHEEL KNEEBOARD 300 SRShredding the sidewalk or catching a concrete wave has never been easier than with the Fuzion LandShark! The wide, super-stable 7-ply wood deck gets you close to the ground, plus the custom PU wheels let you stick to the road no matter how tight the curve. The super responsive steering and the hand brake keep you in control. Available at amazon.com

BIVOUAC STAINLESS STEEL KNIFE WITH COVER 69 SROfficial French Army Selection! Solid blade, safety catch knife, 1 stainless steel fork, 1 stainless steel spoon, 1 sharp can opener, & 1 hardened stainless steel corkscrew with 5 spirals. Also comes with 1 reinforced canvas sheath and belt clip - everything you need for outdoor meals.Available at Go Sport



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Al-Jadila BoutiqueTel: +966-2-2841249Baby FityaniTel: +966-2-6673971CuginiTel: +966-2-6612099DADUTel: +966-2-6633699Jasmine BoxTel: +966-2-6685533Jungle BlueTel: +966-505660175LollipopTel: +966-2-6643295Life Tel: +966-2-2844266Nawal Al-MaimaniTel: +966-2-6606502NoukiesTel: +966-2-2611200 Ext: 110OndasTel: +966-2-2611200 Ext:105Mob: +966-5535079744Paris & OliverTel: +966-2-2611210Mob: +966-5535079744SabineTel: +966-2-6651572SotraTel: +966-2-6915082The Neverland CircusTel: +966-500398181Pink or BlueTel: +966-2-6634452The Wedding ShopTel: +966-2-6690808

BazerkaanTel: +966-2-2560044HMTel: +966-2-6828064Lomar Tel: 920000554Omar Azure Tel: +966-2-6921773SAB ThobeTel: +966-2-6100009SindiTel: +966-2-6678587Siraj SanadTel: +966-2-6979720TasmeemTel: +966-2-6519014TobyTel: +966-540576639

Boutiques

Al-Khidra LandscapingTel: +966-2-6913946Alwan Tel: +966-2-6837239 Arabian Flower

Afaf BaflahTel: +966-505325251Amal Engawi Tel: +966-503613314 Basma AbuljadayelTel: +966-506634000Basma Al-MouawadTel: +966-533653333Diala kabbaraTel: +966-535687773 Eman JoharjyTel: +966-508704799Fatima AbedTel: +966-554369993Gardenia HafezTel: +966-506666230Hanaa SammanTel: +966-505350958Maha GhalayeniTel: +966-506661634Manar Al-RawiTel: +966-569169923Meriam ArabTel: +966-503333128Mona AbulfarajTel: +966-505652018Nawal MaimaniTel: +966-2-6606502NiyaahTel: +966-500545455Rania KhogeerTel: +966-555532571Rana IsmailTel: +966-556666881Rotana AlhashimiTel: +966-554598449Sahar SerafiTel: +966-505622515Salma RudwanTel: +966-504627012Samah KhashoggiTel: +966-505311588Shaza KhayaliTel: +966-500909321Thanaa AddasTel: +966-504664288Turki JadallahTel: +966-506677800Wed BogaryTel: +966-504634001

Abdul Latif Tel: +966-2-6913750Al-AlameyaTel: +966-2-6915188Al-AmerTel: +966-2-6977767Al-FakhamaTel: +966-2-6355043Al-SabbanTel: +966-2-6919900American GalleryTel: +966-2-6676031Batal DesignTel: +966-2-6983288Bin ShayhoonTel: +966-2-2574815Bo ConceptTel: +966-2-6141418 DimosTel: +966-2-2830302DomvsTel: +966-2-6611447EstikbalTel: +966-2-6687511HabaTel: +966-2-6687084Home Plaza

Tel: +966-2-6644403Azhar Rima Tel: +966-2-2564001Eshrak Tel: +966-2-6643035Florina Tel: +966-2-6670719 Flowers CenterTel: +966-2-6607391 Flowers Queen Tel: +966-2-6621779Gardenia Tel: +966-2-6609220Jannati Tel: +966-2-6984852Orkidia Tel: +966-2-6833136Nargis Flowers Est.Tel: +966-2-6673008PetalsTel: +966-2-6642519Rabya Tel: +966-2-6602856Spring FlowerTel: +966-2-6519684Sendian FlowersTel: +966-2-6835679Sultan Garden CenterTel: +966-2-6686666

Tel: +966-2-6913659IKEATel: +966-2-6633000La Maison ColonialTel: +966-2-2616800Ligne RosetTel: +966-2-6634158MazarTel: +966-2-6642626MourastarrTel: +966-2-6980498 MilaDoraTel: +966-2-6615152NVTel: +966-2-6684686OptionsTel: +966-2-6824888Roche BoboisTel: +966-2-6647272 VisionnaireTel: +966-2-6988591 WahatTel: +966-2-6636267

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Shopping CenterAl-Khayat CenterTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6655558Shops: BOSS, Burberry, Chanel, Christian Dior, Coach, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Jacques Dessange Salon, Jamalouki, Louis Vuitton, Roberto Cavalli, Rubaiyat, Sergio, Tiffany & Co. & Co., Tods, TOUS , Yves Saint Laurent

Ana Special Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6649155Shops: Al-Mohra, Almayass, Basics, Buttons, Diva, Fox Fibre, I Love Hishma, Kash Kash, Vaniti, Lilies, Little Blossoms, Only For You, Sotra, Set Al-Hoson, Tefa, Flash Flare

Aziz MallPrince Majed Rd.Tel: +966-2-6162222Supermarket: Panda Shops: Accessorize, Adams, Al-Maghrabi, Al-Sawani, Aldo, Aldo Accessories,


Ann Harvey, Athletes Foot, Aussino, B.Bush, Baby Shop, Barratts, Bata, Behavior, Bershka, Bhs, Camieu, Celina, Celio, Charles & Keith, City Max, Claire’s, Damas Jewelry, Dorothy Perkins, Etam, Faces, Femi.9, Gap, Giordano, Howard, Kids, Kotton, La Senza, La Senza Girl, La Vie En Rose, Mango, Mexx, Mikyaji, Milano, Miss Selfridge, Mothercare, Naomi, Nectar, New Look, Next, Nine West, Okaidi, Orchestra, Pans & Co, Paris Gallery, Pom Cherry, Promod, Pull & Bear, Pumpkin Patch, River Island, Riyadh Bank, SGT Major, Showtime, Sports City, Starbucks, Stradivarius, Swatch, Tape A L’Oeil, Terranova, The Body Shop, Urban, Vero Moda, Xanka, Zara, Zoppini

Badriyah TowersRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6062777Shops: Babooche, Basket of Pearl, Blend, Boutque Mix, BSX, Denim, Diesel, DKNY, Entra, Free Days, Hawanim, Infiore, Kurta Boutique, Le Style, Levi’s Store, Nowar, Optics2020, Pharmwacy, Samuel and Kevin, Suite 966, T Shirt & Jeans, Tony G’s, U Right, Zearuci

Basateen Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6611721Shops: Al-Ghazali, Al-Moalim, Al-Sawani Department Store, Anne Klein, Baby Fitaihi, Bakhashwain, Bali, Benetton, Betty Barkley, Esprit, Courier, Glitter, Guess, La Perla, Max & Co., Max Mara, Noon, Opticals, Replay, Rubaiyat, Swish, XOXO

Coral MallTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6607624Shops: Adawliah (Yamaha), Armani Jeans, Beach & Beyond, Calvin Klein, Color Be Mine, Ecko, Ed Hardy, FCUK, Geox, Killah, Lacoste,

Lindex, Lola et moi, Marlboro Classic, Miss Sixty, Patch Work, Primo, Quick Silver, Serb, St.Dupont, Sun Spot

EtoileKing Rd.Tel: +966-2-6973428Shops: Al-Romaizan, Boss, Canali, Come As You Are, Emad Rizq, Fitoshi, Gentle Man, Lomar, Lo Spazio, My Fair Lady, Rawasy,

Hera’a AvenueHera’a St.Tel: +966-2-6942236Shops: Adams’ Kids, Aldo, Alhomaidhi, Barrats, Bershka, Camieu, Charles & Keith, Faces, Early Learning Center, Jennyfer, La Senza, La Senza Girl, La Senza Shop, La Vie en Rose, Marks & Spencer, Mikyaji, Mansoon, Nayomi, Nine West, Sergent Major, Sports City, Spring, Swatch, Tape A Loeil, The Body Shop, Wallis, Zain, Zara Kids.

Hera’a Intl. SouqHera’a St.Tel: +966-2-6540097Supermarket: Danube.Shops: Adams, Al-Attar, Al-Dahham, Al-Humaidi, Al-Maghrabi, Al-Mualim, Barkley, Benatton, Bershka, Bhs, Celio, Claire’s, Diesel, Esprit, Faces, Giordano, Guess, Health Lines, Jacadi, La Moda, La Senza, Mango, Milano, Mothercare, Naomi, Nectar, Next, Next Kids, Nina, Nine West, Panasonic, Paper Moon, Promod, Quick Silver, River Island, Sisley, Sony, The Body Shop, U2, Zara, Zain, Zimas

Jeddah MallTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6678666Shops: Al-Musali & Al- Raies, Barakat Jewellery, Damas, Elite, Eye2eye, Faces, Gosh, Karen Millen, Kipling, Luxury, Maria Pino, Naomi, Swatch, Trussardi, WAIPAI


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La Promenade Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6688737Shops: Budget, Chic Boutique, Chole, Femi.9, Lerre, Lifestyles, Mavi, PaperMoon, Quik Sliver, Roxy, Sport Look

Le Mall Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6600111Shops: Accessorize, Claire’s, Fitaihi Jeweley, Karen Millen, la Senza, Musalli, Nine West, Rizq Jewellery, Rosyblue, Rubaiyat (Bags & Shoes), Showtime, Springfield, Swatch, The Body Shop Mall of ArabiaAl-Haramein Rd.Tel: +920009550 Supermarket: PandaShops: Abu Sharaf, Accesorize, Adams, Adidas, Ahmad Abdulwahed, Alpha Opticals, Alshaya, Balad, Bershaka, Blue Age, Bonia, Boots, Brics, BSB, BSX, C&B, C&K, Cameui, Camille’s Sidewalk, Carters, Celio, Chad Valley, Coast, D-F-P-T, Debenhams, Diesel, Desigual, Dorthy Perkins, Forever21, Evans, Exit, Faces, Gap, GBK, Girls, H-Flow, H&M, Hokair, Hush Hush, I Style, Jennyfer, Kikik, LaSenza, La Senza Gril, La Vie En Rose, Lady Bird, Life Kids, Limited Too, Liz Claiborne, Lynnes, Mango, Maghrabi Kids, Mini Modu, Miss Selfridge, Miss Whatever, Mothercare, Nectar, New Yorker, Next,Nike, Nil Yarz, Nose, Oasis, Okaidi, Opt. Centre, Party Princess, Pride of Kashmir, Principle, Pull & Bear, Puma, Pumpkin Patch, Quiz, Ribbon, Rina, Salhiya, School, Sgt.Major, SIA,Spring, Stradivarius, Sun & Sands Sports, Swiss Corner, Tally Wejil, TCF, Terranova, Terranova Kids, The Museum, TPC, Twaila, Vero Moda, Vertbaudet, Viss, Wallis, Warehouse, White Company, Zahoor Al-Reef, Zara, Zoppini, ZYNG

Nojoud CenterTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2571217Shops: Adidas, Al-Badr Optical, Alcott, Alhomaidhi, Bonia, Cortefiel, Emad Rizq, Faces, Feni 9, Gerry Weber, GS Big & Tall, I Zone, Pumpkin Patch, Lora Lina Sfera, Magrabi, Mango, Mobily, Women’s Secret, Sarafia, Shalky , Smash,Tanagra, Vincci

Red Sea MallKing Rd.Tel: +966-2-2151551Supermarket: DanubeShops: Adidas, Aigner, All Star Converse, Al-Mussali, Al-Refaie, Al-Sawani, Axiom, Barove, Beach & Beyond, Benetton, Bhs, Body Action, Body Shop, Bomby, Bonia, Boroue, Boss, Burberry,Calvin Klein, Change, Claire’s, Coach, Coast, Diesel, Diorucci, Divisage, Dorothy Perkins, Early Learning Center, Elaf (Travel Agency), Escada & Loriel, Esprit, Etro, Evans, Eye Fashion, Faces, Faith, Fanateer, Fashion Top, FCUK, Ferragamo, Fetaihi, Foot Locker, Giordano, Givenchy, Go Sport, Guess, Guess Accessories, Guess Kids, G2000, Izzue,Lacoste, La Perla, Lazourdi, Levis, Life Line, Life Styles, Limited Too, MAC, Mac PC’s, Maghrabi, Maghrabi kids, Mikyaji, Milano, Miss Sixty, Mommy Me, Montblanc, Mother Care, Naomi, Nara Camicie , Next, Noon, Nokia, Oasis, Obaji, Occasions, Occulis, Optic Center, Panasonic, Paris Gallery, Patchi, Puma Watches, Replay, Rubaiyat, Rolex, Rouj, S & K (Samuel & Kenvin), Samsonite, Sephora, Sergio Rossi, Sony, Sports Wear, Swatch, Tea Gschwender, Tiffany & Co.,




Tihama (Stationery), Top Shop, Top Man, Versace, Vision Express, XOXO, Zuhur, Zoopini Roshana CenterTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2634899Shops: 4U4Ever, Abo Moammar, Adolfo Dominguzs, Aire Barcelona, Al Homaidi Watches, Al Naghi Jewellery, AMH, Armand Basi, Baby Fitaihi, Bayana, Biggie Best,Bimba & Lola, Blanco, ByBasi, Comfort Zone, Dandara, Diktons Barcelona, Extra Ordinary, Fairooz, Fityani, Gara Roufa, Her Majesty, Jade Jewellery, Jounah, La Femme Chic, Lights, Linen Chest, Little Book, Lolaetmoi, Lorina, Majed Saleem Jewellery, Mario Zegnoti, Memories Gifts, Mr. Mohammad Rizq, My Fair Lady, Nail Spa, Nof Jewelery, On Time Plus, Pretty Shoes Yalghi Couture, Reem Spoosa,Ruben Perlotti, Sabaya, Samsung, Sarwat, Scholl, Seasons Perfumes, SID, Virgin Megastore

Roshan MallMalek Rd.Tel: +966-2-6226720Supermarket: Hyper Panda Shops: Abdul Samad Al-Qurashi, Axiom, Bonia, Callem, Cavlo Rino, Cell Com, Cinnzeo, Claire’s, Colombia Sports Wear, Fendi, Gerry Weber, Giordano, Grand Optics, Gucci, Herffy, Ikks, It’s Mine, Jacqueline Riu, Kashmir, Lingo, Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics, Maghrabi, Mango, Mikyaji, Miss Fashion, Missha, Mothercare, Nayomi, Nectar, Panda, Royal Mandaina, Samuel

& Kevin, Sayadyah Express, Sensi, Show Time, Stadivarious, Sun & Sand Sports, Swatch, The Body Shop, Timberland, Tom Tailer, Toys R Us, U-Qote, Vavavoom, Versace

Serafi Mega MallTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2844886Supermarket: DanubeShops: Al-Sawani, Baleno, Claire D K, Claire’s, Faces, Go Sport, Life Style, Maghrabi, Pepe Jeans, Samuel & Kevin, Sensi, Swatch, Voyage

Stars Avenue MallMalek Rd.Tel: +966-2-2754522Super market: Carrefour.Shops: Agatha, Al-Ghazalo, Al-Humaidi, Al-Mutahajibah, Al-Othaim, Al-Shayiya Accessory, Arabian Oud, Argeterie, Art of Idea, Axiom, Baby Fitaihi, Batteel, BCBG, Benetton, Body Shop, Bonpoint, Borbonese, Breil, Carolina Herrera CH, Champion, Coach, Cole Haan, Collci, Courier, Cream, Custo Barcelona, Cute, Derby X, Destination Maternity, Faces, Faith Connexion, Farsi Jewelry, Fayandra, Fityani, GBK, GC Watches, Geox, Guess Accessory, Guess by Marciano, Hang Ten, Issam Jamal, Jarkas, Jasmine Box, Jimmy Choo, Kanz Al-Sahra, Karen Millen, Khider Rizek, Kohar, Kurt Geiger, La Perla Palace, Lacoste, Lide X, Little Book, Liujo, L’ Occitane, Love Sac, Lyne’s, Maison Bo-m Magrabi, Majesty, Mama’s and Papa’s, Mango, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Masagh, Max Mara, Mikayaji, Mimosa, Moschino,

Mutamiez, My Accessory, Nayomi, Nectar, Newbury, New Look, Odd Molly, Oliver and Company, Painegonda, Patchi, Paul and Joe, Paul Smith, Penny Black, Petit Bateau, Pomellato, Paul Frank, Pucci, Quick Silver, Replay, Rubaiyat, Rumaizan, Saks Fifth Avenue, Samuel and Kevin, Sensi, Shalky QQ, Space Toom, Stella McCartney, Swarovski, Swatch, Tara Jarmon, Teen2Teen, The Counter, Tiffany, Tipity Toes, Tumi, Vertu, Victoria Casal, Voila, Waed, Wahat Al-Jalabiya, Wazer Pharmacy, XOXO, Zanotti

Tahlia CenterTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2634662Shops: Al-Humaidi, Al-Rayes, Armani Exchange, Bakhsh Jewellery, Birkenstock, Coach, Claire’s, Cope Copine, Daniel Hechter, Du Pareil Au M’em, Emad Rizq, Esprit, Evans, Giordano, Lacoste, La Moda, Laura Ashley, LoraChilli, Laurel, Limited Too, Longines, Make Up Forever, Mac, Mikyajy, Milano, Moawad, Naoumi, Nectar, Omega, Paris Gallery, Pierre Cardin, River Island, Rolex, Rubaiyat,Sanrio, Sephora, Swarovski, Swatch, T.S. Dupont, Terranova, The Body Shop, Tiffany &Co., Tina Tailor,Top Shop / Top Man



DiningAround Town

31 HOT OPENINGS2011EATERIESJeddah’s international dining scene is constantly evolving; 2011 was no exception. Blink and you’ll miss the hot new spot in town! From Indian fusion to rustic Italian to Armenian cuisine...Jeddahwis are truly spoilt for choice in the food scene. Whether you crave down home Lebanese or cordon bleu French, it’s all available if you know where to look. DJ covers the best of 2011’s new restaurants, so discover the delicious dining options on your doorstep. And be sure to check out the upcoming new eateries planned for 2012 – DJ shares the inside scoop after tracking down the rumors around town.

AROMEItalian

Date opened: FebruaryLocation: Jeddah HiltonOur take on it: One of the best fine dining Italian restuarant in town.

SALAD BOUTIQUEInternational

Date opened: JanuaryLocation: Equestrian Club, Al Hamra, Corniche Our take on it: Love the outdoor patio, and endless salad choices. Dressing flavors could use more variety.

LE TRAITEURCasual French

Date opened: JuneLocation: Abu Al Abbas bin Abdel Mutaleb Street, near CornicheOur take on it: Classy ambiance with high quality food.

Casual Franchise Local OutdoorFine

MUSEFrench Date opened: AugustLocation: Equestrian Club, Al Hamra, CornicheOur take on it: Creative plating and interesting flavor combinations, but we’re still waiting for it to officially open.

BRUNCHInternational

Date opened: SeptemberLocation: Diners Square, Malik RoadOur take on it: All day breakfast for us who love to sleep in!


MARGHARITAItalian pizzeria

Date opened: FebruaryLocation: The Courtyard, Bin Sulaiman Center, Rawdah StreetOur take on it: Still holding on as one of Jeddah’s hot spots.

ROSSOPOMODOROItalian

Date opened: MarchLocation: Etoile Mall, Malik RoadOur take on it: Love their pizzas and take-home ingredients.

SHOKOLA6ADessert

Date opened: SeptemberLocation: RedSea Mall, Malik RoadOur take on it: Simple concept that presented great chocolate in fountains with various dipping goodies.

VAPIANOItalian

Date opened: AprilLocation: Mall of ArabiaOur take on it: Great for a quick Italian bite at the end of a long shopping day.

PIATTOItalian

Date opened: JulyLocation: Etoile Mall, Malik RoadOur take on it: Love their complimentary appetizer, and thumbs up for not allowing smoking.

STUDIO MASRSouth Egyptian

Date opened: AugustLocation: Solidaire Mall, Tahlia St. at intersection between Madina Rd & Magra El Seel Rd.Our take on it: You are sure to leave stuffed.

MayrigLebaniese fusionArmenian

Date opened: FebruaryLocation: Mohammed Bin Abdul Aziz St, Al AndalusOur take on it: Good food- just wish that they would utilize their outdoor area.

TIKKICasual diningTurkish

Date opened: OctoberLocation: Abdul Aziz Street, Al RuwaisOur take on it: About time Jeddah has a decent Turkish restaurant.

SoyChinese

Date opened: JanuaryLocation: Rawdah Street, previous location of TokiOur take on it: Best duck in town, and they are making their mark in the dining scene.

YEMENI DELIGHTSYemeni

Date opened: SeptemberLocation: RedSea MallOur take on it: Flavorsome traditional cuisine in a modern setting.

BAHARATIndian Fusion

Date opened: FebruaryLocation: Stars Avenue Mall, Malik Rd & Sari StOur take on it: An ultra chic restaurant presenting traditional Indian cuisine with an upscale modern twist.

MEZZA MAISONLebanese

Date opened: FebrauaryLocation: Equestrian Club. Al Hamra CornicheOur take on it: Can’t beat their Mezza.

ALBALADitalian Lebanese

Date opened: AprilLocation: Mall of ArabiaOur take on it: Why isn’t it the same as the one in Beirut?SEMSOM

Lebanese fusion

Date opened: MarchLocation: The Courtyard, Bin Sulaiman Center, Rawdah Street Our take on it: LOVE their lunch specials.

OISHI SUSHIJapanese

Date opened: MarchLocation: Al Batterji St, Near Saudi German HospitalOur take on it: Delicious sushi and teppanyaki on the go.


ILPORTOItalian

Date opened: JanuaryLocation: Equestrian Club. Al Hamra Corniche.Our take on it: Take me their any time, never have enough.

KOME SUSHI BAR Japanese

Date opened: AugustLocation: Equestrian Club, Al Hamra, CornicheOur take on it: One of Jeddah’s must-try sushi hubs.

FROZEN YOGURTFrozen yogurt

Date opened: JuneLocation: Red Sea Mall and Mall of ArabiaOur take on it: Delicious, filling, sweet and healthy! What more can we ask for?

ZINZIBAR International with an Indian Twist

619 BURGERAmerican

SEA GATESea food

YOGEN FRUZSea food

THE COUNTERSea food

PINK CAMELPastry shop

NOODLE HOUSEJapanese

PINKBERRYFrozen yogurt

Date opened: NovemberLocation: RedSea Mall.Our take on it: Finally has arrived! We love healthy competition.

MARCEL’SFrozen yogurt

Date opened: JulyLocation: Opposite Danube Supermarket, Tahlia StreetOur take on it: Endless choices of ice cream and frozen yogurt.

19TH CENTURY Burgers

Date opened: August Location: Prince Sultan StreetOur take on it: The new bully on the block, watch out burgers.

CHOCOLATCafe

Date opened: AugustLocation: The Courtyard, Bin Sulaiman Center, Rawdah StreetOur take on it: An unprecedented experience with chocolate. Sensual, refined and oh, so good!

PERUVISouth American bistro

Date opened: JulyLocation: Prince Naif StreetOur take on it: Best take away grilled chicken and love their avocado sauce.

OUTBACK Steakhouse

Date opened: OctoberLocation: Teatro Mall, Tahlia StreetOur take on it: Onion blossom is so addictive that it should come with a warning.

PAULFrench bistro

Date opened: AugustLocation: Sands Hotel, Abdul-Rahman Al-Tubayshi St.Our take on it: Breakfast, Brunch, lunch or lite treat, Paul is the place.

WHAT

BRING?2012WILL

16 HUNDREDSteak house

Date opened: MayLocation: Le Chateau Mall, Tahlia Street.Our take on it: If you are trying to impress - this is the place to dine!



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Ginza i ChomeJapanese cuisine is a trend in Jeddah that shows no signs of slowing down. It certainly has come a long way this millennium with newer and more creative selections that cater to Jeddah tastes. With its increased popularity and growing demands, new Japanese restaurants are opening up, from casual to fine dining, and even delivery based. One of these restaurants which offers a great dining experience is Ginza i Chome located in the ritzy Rosewood Corniche Hotel.

As one would expect, the setting is unrivaled. Modern, yet with natural textures, the décor exudes quality, somehow reminding one of entering an Asian-inspired spa. Choose a seat at the sushi bar where Saudi Arabia’s award winning sushi chef can gratify your unique requests; or go for the “Omakase” (As Per the Chef) and let him take the lead and make something for you. A quick conversation with him and you won’t be disappointed. Or, if sitting at a bar isn’t your style, the seating for two offers a more intimate and relaxing first rate view of the Red Sea. The scenery alone during sunset will get your taste buds all wound up. Tables for more private gatherings are also available. Soft music and a

friendly and knowledgeable staff are only the beginning of the pleasantries of the outing. Servers are well-versed regarding the items on the menu, as well as having impeccable timing.

They offer many classic sushi rolls such as California and Unagi, as well as twists tosome favorite items. Instead of a miso soup, we tried a pumpkin soup infused with Japanese flavors. Creamy, yet subtle, it was a flavor that can only be experienced here. A shredded cucumber and crab salad in a light dressing leaves you wanting more. Also, if eating raw fish isn’t your cup of tea, this would be the place to brave up and give it a try. It’s all extremely fresh and of a high-

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quality. The salmon and tuna sashimi are like butter and practically melt in your mouth. As with true Japanese restaurants, there is no smoking at this restaurant, as it compromises the integrityof the sushi, so don’t expect to sit next to any smokers or find shishas anywhere. Choices for a main course include different tempuras, teppenyakis, teriyakis and noodles, so the variety is offered for those who don’t fill up on sushi alone. Or, starting this December, go for the All-You-Can-Eat Sushi, and really get your money’s worth! For dessert, the banana tempura arrives warm, drizzled with a berry sauce, and served with a scoop each of vanilla and

chocolate ice cream. You will find that it is the perfect end to a satisfying meal.

With all of the competition sushi restaurants are facing, Ginza i Chome stands out as a must-try for sushi and sashimi lovers. More on the pricier side, yet definitely worth the experience as the focus is on the quality of the ingredients as well as on the impeccable service. Treat your loved ones to a superior dining experience. This place is fast becoming THE place for quality Japanese food in Jeddah.

Location: Rosewood Hotel on the CornicheContact: +966-2-257 8888

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There is frozen yoghurt…and then there is Pinkberry. This gourmet, luscious brand from California carries the superstar touch as it’s the frozen yoghurt of choice among Hollywood stars. Alshaya opened Jeddah’s first Pinkberry at Red Sea Mall, with more locations across KSA already in the planning stages.

Location: RedSea Mall, Malik Road.Tel: +966-2-250436

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Pinkberry is Here!!

Non-fat, but full of exquisite flavor, Pinkberry comes in six mouth-watering flavors: Original, Chocolate, Passion Fruit, Pomegranate, Mango, and Coconut. Rich in calcium, vitamins and minerals, yoghurt gourmands can customize their serving with the addition of toppings ranging from fresh fruit, decadent chocolate, nuts, or crushed

cookies. “Pinkberry brings a fresh and appealing new taste experience to

KSA and we are delighted to open our first store here in Jeddah,” said Nader Hallal, Head of Marketing for the brand. “We are sure that Pinkberry will win the

hearts of local consumers.”

Pinkberry is headquartered in California with a large number of outlets spread across Southern California and New York and a

strong fan base among Hollywood stars. The first Pinkberry store was introduced to the Gulf region in Kuwait in 2009 and is now widely available throughout the Middle East. The concept began in 2005 when co-founders Shelly Hwang, a restaurateur, and Young Lee, a Parsons-trained designer with a fascination for desserts and frozen treats, blended past inspirations from an Italian gelato store with fond memories of mixing fruit with soft serve at a Hawaiian pineapple plantation. Pinkberry is made with real non-fat milk and real non-fat yogurt, among many other natural ingredients, that gives it a refreshing, tart taste. It’s more than just a dessert…it’s a social experience.



SAKURADeriving its name from the Japanese cherry blossom, the Crowne Plaza’s Hotel new Japanese restaurant Sakura embodies every aspect of its namesake – charming, elegant and unique. Japanese cuisine at its best, Sakura delivers high-quality dishes in a refined, contemporary atmosphere. Formerly located on the mezzanine floor of Crowne Plaza, the restaurant has been recently renovated and relocated to a premiere position in the hotel where it is now accessible from the street and thus convenient to diners who are not hotel guests.

Sakura’s interior is both contemporary and upscale, featuring a sushi bar and skilful attention to every detail. This is evident throughout the restaurant, from its matchless décor to elaborate table settings. It boasts an extensive menu with vibrant pictures of each individual dish, providing visual examples of the culinary delights that await the diner. Aside from the regular varieties of sushi and teppanyaki, Sakura has made its menu distinctive by offering dishes such as Japanese curry and a simmering ‘hot pot’, complex dishes not found in other Japanese restaurants in Jeddah.

Although only in its soft opening stages, Sakura’s service is exemplary, with waiters eager to satisfy and possessing insightful knowledge into each dish served. Its grand opening is currently scheduled for early February, and Sakura already displays the

vivid potential to become one of the city’s favourite food hubs for Japanese cuisine, with its enticing ambience and exotic menu.

Location: Crowne Plaza HotelContact: +966-2-6611000

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Three friends and I went out for tea and dessert to Chai N Ba, but as soon as we walked in the manager said, “No, no…we don’t have shisha.” I don’t know why he im-mediately assumed that we wanted shisha, so we assured him that we didn’t want any. He then proceeded to inform us that there is a minimum charge of 50SR! We agreed to his odd demand, but when we tried to order, the waiter informed us that they had ran out of everything except 3 or 4 types of panini sandwiches (no dessert, no pizza, no nothing else!) So we ordered tea for 16SR.

When we asked for our bill, we were shocked to receive a bill for 200SR…just for tea! I called the manager and asked him how he could charge us for that amount when his restaurant didn’t even have most of their menu items available. He was very rude and responded, “That’s how we are. We only have sandwiches – which one do you want?” I replied that we had wanted tea and dessert; if he wanted to charge us the minimum cover charge, then he should have had ALL the menu items available, otherwise don’t have the nerve to overcharge us just for tea. He then complained about his rent and overhead and told us “Nobody is forcing you to stay here.” So we left 20SR to cover our tea. He quizzed us before we left to check if we had paid, then sent a waiter to our car to return our money with the message, “The manager says he doesn’t want your money.”

Although we heard they just closed for reno-vation or maybe even permanently, that’s not an excuse to have such a bad experience.

Mystery Diner

Taking a break...

Popular with Chopsticks lovers throughout Jeddah, the shrimp blast captivates your tastebuds with its crispy batter draped in a unique spicy mayonnaise. It’s the perfect start to any meal, light yet sumptuous with a nutty hint. The shrimp blast truly lives up to its name, awakening the appetite with a blast of unparalleled flavour distinctive to any-thing you’ve tasted before. A definite must-try for those who haven’t yet, and a steady favourite for those existing shrimp blast fans.

You’ve GOT to try..

SHRIMP BLAST

Take it from us; you won’t regret it!

Location: Prince Sultan St., Tel: +966-2-6907575



Al PinaKing Rd. Tel: +966-2-6905885AnooshSari St.Tel: +966-2-6832209Bon BonAndalus St.Tel: +966-2-6697655ChocolatekhaldiaTel: +966-2-6068830 Chocolate CornerRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6630449Chocolate SenseTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2847740Chocolate StudioSari St.Tel: +966-2-6985222GanacheRawadah St.Tel: +966-2-6601390 CaramelRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6688527 ChocolineTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2842846DactyliferaPrince Sultan St.Tel: +92008182Miss ChocolateRawda St.Tel: +966-2-6638989Nesma ChocolatesPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6947790Red Sea MallTel: +966-2-2150141Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-2845820Patchi

16 Hundred Le Chateau Mall,Tahlia StTel: +966-2-2614415Tel: +966-54930232019th Century burger Tel: +966-920019819 Americano Burger Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6728488American Corner Khalideya St.Tel: +966-2-6060188 Applebees Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6610012Crowne Grill Tel: +966-2-6611000 Chili’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6634760Roshan MallTel: +966-2-6046800 Flap Jacks Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6681191 Fuddruckers Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6686330 Manhattan Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000Muchos Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6613111Mugg & Bean Serafi MegamallTel: +966-2-6573333 ext. 334Outback SteakhouseTahlia St.Tel: + 966-2-2892990Ruby Tuesday Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6501999 Steak House Malek Rd.Tel: +966-2-6829955Red Sea Mall.Tel: +966-2-2151200 T.G.I Friday’s Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6529330The Texan Meridien HotelTel: +966-2-6633333Tony Roma’s Mall of ArabiaTel: +966-2-6123534Uno’s Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6221320

Al Mashrabia Café Tel: +966-2-6611000 360 CafeIntercontinental HotelTel: +966-2-6611800Annafora CafeIntercontinental HotelTel: +966-2-6611800Avezzano CafeSerafi Mega MallTel: +966-595122266Campioni Sports CafeBatarji St.Tel: +966-2-6395695 Cilantro Cafe

Rio De JaneiroSari StTel: +966-502330914 SpearsIntercontinental HotelTel: +966-2-6611800 On The BorderMalik RdTel: +966-2-22150891

Be OneMaa’adi St. Tel: +966-2-6143753Baytote Chinese Dlv.Rawdah Dist. Tel: +966-2-6164442China Gate Sari St.Tel: +966-2-6970672 China HutPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6625898ChopsticksPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6907575Durrat ChinaPrince Abdullah St.Tel: +966-2-2616885 Golden PalaceTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6690377Gulf Royal Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6653335NoodlesRosewood CornicheTel: +966-2-2578888SoyRawadah St.Tel: +966-2-6643414Toki Laylati,Malek Rd.Tel: +966-2-6060606 Xian GongSheraton HotelTel: +966-2-6992212

Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2611191 Chai & Ba Khalideya Dist.Tel: +966-2-6642084 Coffee Bean &Tea Leaf Al-Shate’e Dist.Tel: +966-2-2753914Coffee Republic Corniche St.Tel: +966-2-6637575Costa Coffee Sari St.Tel: +966-2-6067741Craze Rawdah Star CenterTel: +966-2-6653065 Deera Cafe King Rd. Tel: +966-2-2754491 Joffrey’s Coffee Tahalia St.Tel: +966-2-6677234Melange Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6695619Pearls CafeRawadah St.Tel: +966-2-6642233Soleil Rosewood HotelTel: +966-2-2578888Tea AmoTahlia St./ Coral MallTel: +966-2-6601738TeaGschwendnerRed Sea MallTel: +966-2-2150695 Tea RoseAndalus St.Tel: +966-2-6688233Teayana Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6681660 Uromshi CafePrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6066668

Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6695858Voila Chocolate Millenium Ctr. Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6684343Stars AvenueTel: +966-2-2754411Directory

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Coffee & Tea Shops Bateel

Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6630373Kingdom of DatesHera’a St.Tel: +966-2-6590838SalheyaPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6973281Talah DatesSari St. Tel: +966-2-6837887 TamratyAl Murjan St.Tel: +966-2-6637995

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Khalidya MarketTel: +8001240061 Little Caesar’s Hera’a St.Tel: +966-2-6823018Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6749687McDonald’sRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6560017 Mister BurgerAl-Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6822223New York Cab Pizza Mohammadyah Dist.Tel: +966-2-6947972Panino’sObhur Tel: +966-2-6561911Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6654264Khalideya Dist.Tel: +966-2-6064717Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6676991 Peruvi Shate’e Dist.

AlbaikRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6060244Al-TazajTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6683371Big Bite Rawdah St.Tel: +920001219Burger King Sari St.Tel: +966-2-6394375Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6836062Capo GrilloKhalideya Dist.Tel: +966-2-69829152Domino’s Pizza Shate’e Tel: +966-2-6065633Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561888Forn Wa SajRawdah Dist.Tel: +966-2-2574747HerfyCorniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-6829276 Hot WavesCorniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-2757241Jan BurgerHera’a St.Tel: +966-2-6924679 Joe’s DinerKhalideya Dist.Tel: 920005637JollibeeKhalideya SouqTel: +966-2-6984043Jeddah Intl. MallAl-BaladAl-Qetar SquareKayyal St.KaddouraPalestine St. Tel: +966-2-6683844KFC Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6613356Kudu

Tel: +966-2-6923393Philly’sKayyal St.Tel: +966-2-6394146Pizza Hut Hamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6513113Al-Naeem Dist.Tel: +966-2-6548890ObhurTel: +966-2-2341962Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6672917Quiznos Sub Sari St.Tel: +966-2-6068014 Subway Khalideya Dist.Tel: +966-2-6063493 Madinah Rd.Tel: +966-2-6120513 Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6651377Sultan Al Burger Rawdah Dist.Tel: +966-2-6677344 Wonder Burger DeliveryTel: +966-2-6694348

Bert’s Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6606633Cafe Lenotre Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2611222 Champs-Elysées Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-2845454 Crêpe Café Roshana MallTel: +966 -2-2634989Stars AvenueTel: +966-2-2754522Delifrance Prince Sultan St.Tel: +920009950Corniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-2567196La Cuisine Palestine St.Tel: +966-2-6630363Le CielAndalus St.Tel: +966-2-6525354Le CroissantKing Rd.Tel: +966-2-6222861Le TraiteurCorniche Tel: +966-2- 6556022 MoonMilk Al-Shatee, Prince Naif St.Tel: +966-2-2886229 PaulTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-26671633

Al Zahra Tel: +966-2-6611000 Al-AmwajHilton JeddahTel: +966-2-6590000Al-SafinaHilton HotelTel: +966-2-6590000Al-Shurafa Al-Hamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6602743Al-Shurafa Lounge Qasr Al-SharqTel: +966-2-6599999Andalusia Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6063210Andalusian cuisinePark HyattTel: +966-2-2639666Barnie’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6696201

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International


Angelicos PizzeriaHamad Al Jaser St. in Rawdah Dist.Tel: +966-2-6622964Aldente Sari St.Tel: +966-2-6970220Al-FornTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6612874Aromi Qasr Al-SharqTel: +966-2-6599999Balsamico Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6633115Balsamico Too Malek Rd.Tel: +966-565345317Castello Khaled Ibn Al-Waleed St.Tel: +966-2-665228 Ciao Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6653710il Gusto Palestine St.Tel: +966-2-6600337il Gabiano Corniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-6587042il Villaggio Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6688233il PortoAl-Hamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6501024Isabella Al-Zahra Dist.Tel: +966-2-2566008

Baskin RobbinsMusaediyyaTel: +966-2-6640574 Fresh Berry Tel: +966-2-2847443 GelatoPalestine St.Tel: +966-2-2631820Marble Slab CreameryMall of ArabiaTel: +966-2-2906803Marcel’sTahliah St. / Red Sea Mall / Basateen MallTel: +966-2-2613899

Beaux Arts Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6983028Black Rose Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6672953 Blue Diamond Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6605301/6605310 Bubbles Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6697655BrunchMalik Rd.,Dinner square. Tel : +966 5609 89762 Café Aroma Al-Hamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6605160Cappuccino Grand Cafe Hamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-2891009Casper & Gambini’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6995911Cast & Crew Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-2616770Chilli Grill Khalediya St.Tel: +966-2-6928383 Dardasha Park HyattTel: +966-2-2639666Gelato Palestine St.Tel: +966-2-2631820 Grand Prix CaféTahlia majra alsail.Tel: +966-2-2631846Fratelli Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6907217 Harley Café Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6651010 Habsburg Rosewood HotelTel: +966-2-2578888Java Lounge Andalus St.Tel: +966-507533090 JooossCorniche St.Tel: +966-2-2757090Le Chalet Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6642330 Le Notre Coffee ShopAlhamra Dist. Tel: +966-2-6517527Lolita Café Obhur

Bait Al-Jawi Hera’a St.Tel: +966-2-2367666Gado GadoAndalus St.Tel: +966-2-6514774ObhurTel: +966-2-6560787

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Tel: +966-2-6562369 Lost City Alhamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6655773MayrigAndalus St.Tel: +966-2-2616060MelangeTahliah St.Tel: +966-2-6636214Montarosa Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6391393Pearls Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6642233Promenade CafeTahliah St.Tel: +966-2-6688712Salad Boutique Alhamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6515656Shadow Lounge Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-2614777Tche Tche Cafe Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6223091TenidorZahra Dist.Tel: +966-2-2754144

Terrace Lounge Corniche St.Tel: +966-2-6995676Toasted Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-2616747Baghdadia Dist.Tel: +966-2-6517883Vertigo Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6633241WhiteSari St.Tel: +966-2-6068171Zodiac Palestine St.Tel: +966-2-6607548

MovenpickCorniche St.Tel: +966-2-6823366Pink BerryTel: +966-2-250436 StickhouseTel: +966-2-6927878Mob: +966-515047184

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Lallo’s Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6614719ObhurTel: +966-2-6561113Makaronah St.Tel: +966-2-2906441il’OlivoArafat St.Tel: +966-2-6687494La Promenade Café Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6688712La Villa Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6673434MaggianosTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6606625MargheritaKhalediya St.Tel: +966-2-6061100Monta Rosa Prince sultan st.Tel: +966-2-6391393OlioStars AvenueTel:+966-2-2754811PiattoEtoile / Al Malik RdTel:+966-2-6922501Pizza Fusion Rawda Star CenterTel: +966-2-2616933Pane Caldo Red Sea MallTel: +966-2-2150393Pizza Lenou Corniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-6140663Pizza Napoli Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6927796PortofinoRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6655855RossopomodoroEtoile/ King RdTel: +966-2-6926318Salues Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6680335Sbarro Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6067449ScaliniHabitat HotelTel: +966-2-2578800Vera Pizza Batarji St.Tel: +920003213

Benihana Sands Hotel / Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6686014Ginza i chome Rosewood HotelTel: +966-2-2578888Hakkaido Tel: +966-2-6521234 Kome sushi bar Tel: +966-2-6141616 Le Japonais Westin JeddahTel: +966-2-6588200 MabuAl Andalous Dist.Tel: +966-2-6604300OhayoAl-Kayyal St.Tel: +966-2-6836789Oishii SushiAl-Baterji St.Tel: +966-533575162OsakaRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6645956Sakura Crowne PlazaTel: +966-2-6611000 Shogun LoungeTel: +966-2-6062288 Mob: +966-559662288Sushi Yushi Attallah CenterTel: +966-2-6944419Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-2616734 Obhur.Tel: +966-2-656156Wakame Rawdah St.Tel:+966-2-6682003Zn LoungeRoshana Mall, Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2634889 Mob: +966-535598855

Abu Shakra Al-Hamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6645111 Abu ZaidHera’a St.Tel: +966-2-6936633

Al-Dawwar Al-Masri Red Sea MallTel: +966-2-2150390Al-FairouzKing Fahad St.Tel: +966-2-6703911Al-Nakheel Corniche Rd.Tel:+966-2-6066644Al-Wada’a Corniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-6555550 Al-SunobarahSari St.Tel: +966-2-6609720Al-ZawaqaSari St.Tel: +966-2-6916004 Areej ZamanSultan Bin Salman St.Tel: +966-2-6597122 Bab Al YemenShate’e Dist.Tel: +966-2-2899090Bait Al-Buff Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6917578BeiruitiTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6686354ObhurTel: +966-2-6562606Belajio North Corniche RoadTel: +966-2-6222784Tel: +966-2-6222779Bhar Sari St.Tel: +966-2-6973420Byblos Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6697655 Chez SiranRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-2616910Cusine Halawani Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6688900Crunchy SquareRawdah St.Tel:+966-2-6672977Foul wa DuggaMurjaan Dist.Tel: +966-504814385GhouziHera St.Tel: +966-6900004Goodies Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6657721Stars AvenueTel: +966-2-2754527Green Island Café

Corniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-6990090Kan Ya Makan Al-Hamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6697777Kanz Obhur ObhurTel: +966-2-2902888Khayal Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6629999ManuoshaSari St.Tel: +966-2-2565275Mataam Al-SharqQasr Al-SharqTel: +966-2-6599999Mathag ZamanKhalideya St.Tel: +966-2-6067553 Nafoura Park HyattTel: +966-2-2639666Palm Beach Salamah Dist.Tel: +966-2-6394007RedanTel: +966-2-6542949Roody Opp. Al-Shatee SoukTel: +966-2-6919126Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-2388488SaddahTel: +966-2-6055982SemsomKhalediya St.Tel: +966-2-6068600Shami Corniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-6065353Shawarmatac Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6688994Sheikh ManqoushSari St.Tel: +966-2-6837330ShoroQuraish St.Tel: +966-2-6626246SindianRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6678189Studio masr Tel: +966-2-2615752 Taktaka Khalideyah Dist.Tel: +966-2-6064148/ 6060790Yemeni delights Tel: +966-5-38372874 Yildizlar Andalus St.

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Amou HamzaSafa Dist.Tel: +966-2-6677070 Al-Danah Corniche Rd.Tel: +966-2-6990090Al-Hori Tel: +966-502724033 Al-MultaqaKing Rd.Tel: +966-2-6066666AtlantisTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6611800El BengalaTel: +966-2-6166332Fish Market Al-Hamra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6611800The Manhattan Fish Market Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6141900Sayadiyah ExpressFor Delivery Tel: +966-566640660

Papaya Next to Sawari MallTel: +966-2-2753425Thai ThaiPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6913808

Al-Emad Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-2575268AL-FornRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6642388Hail StreetTel: +966-2-6612874Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6990352Al-MahawiSari St. Tel: +966-2-2575739 Al-Samadi SweetsRawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6642424 Al-Zawaq Tahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6605061 Atayeb Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6642150BonbonAndalus St.Tel: +966-2-6697655Cake-a-liciousAl-Batarji St.Tel: +966-2-2889926 Cheesecake FactoryTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6690895Crepe FactoryAl-Shati DistTel: +966-2-6995676Crunchez

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Red Sea MallTel: +966-2-2150145 CrustyRawdah St.Tel: +920026633DactyliferaPrince Sultan St.Tel: +920008182Edible ArrangmentsBatarji St.Tel: +920024070Helen’s KitchenKayyal St.Tel: +966-2-6977729 La FraiseAndalus St.Tel: +966-2-6511312 Le Croissant Shop Khalideya Dist.Tel: +966-2-6065184Le GourmetTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-6605061Le NotreTahlia St.Tel: +966-2-2611222Le Vendome King Rd.Tel: +966-2-6924606Lite Bite Sari St.Tel: +966-2-6989081Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562262Minimoonz Tahlia CenterTel: +966-507702501 Munch Bakery Arafat St.Tel: +966-2-6605010 Marble Slab CreameryTel: +966-557616616Pie Sweet PieTel: +966-533888959Samadi Rawdah St.Tel: +966-2-6642424Saadeddin Pastry Tel: +966-920017070 Shake LiciousKhalidiyahTel: +966-2-6928208

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The Zamzam well is located approximately 20m east of the Kaaba. Electric pumps draw the water, which is available throughout the Masjid al-Haram, via water fountains and dispensing containers. Since then, millions and millions of pilgrims coming for Hajj and Umrah from every part of the world have not only drank it to their heart’s content, but also carried it with them back to their homes. Despite the long years and heavy usage, the well remains clean with steady levels – a miracle of the desert. The well has never been infected by germs or microbes, nor has it been polluted by floodwater or drainage. No one has ever contracted any disease whatsoever over the ages due to harmful bacteria in the water.

“Zamzam is the best water on the face of the Earth,” according to Dr. Hamdi Saif, a professor of Alexandria University who has conducted extensive research of the chemical and physical properties of Zamzam water. He found that it contains the perfect balance of electrolytes and also essential trace minerals that are vital for good health. Zamzam water is believed useful in aiding the treatment of kidney and heart diseases, eye problems, migraine headaches, and a number of other chronic conditions. “Unlike any other water, Zamzam contains appreciable amounts of calcium, magnesium, and fluoride,” said Saif.

A Contemporary Miracleof TheWell ZAMZAM:

By Habib Shaikh

Visitors to Makkah invariably depart this holy city with containers full of water. But this is no ordinary water; Zamzam water is considered one of the miracles bestowed upon the land. It started gushing out nearly 4,000 years ago in a spontaneous way to meet a dire need. The story began when Prophet Ibrahim set forth on a mission and left his wife Hajar and baby son Ismail in the barren lands of the Makkan valley upon God’s command. When they ran out of water, Hajar feared her young son would die of hunger and thirst, so she frantically ran between the hills of Safa and Marwa in search of water. She ran between these points seven times (a journey which is recreated by pilgrims to Makkah during the Sai), only to discover that a bubbling spring of fresh water had sprung up from the ground where Ismail had struck his heel! Muslims believe that upon God’s command, Archangel Jibril caused the Zamzam spring to provide sustenance for Hajar and Ismail. The name of the well comes from the phrase Zomë Zomë, meaning ‘stop’, a command repeated by Hagar during her attempt to contain the spring water.

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Tel: +966-2-574-5555Hawazen Hotel (3-star)Gazzah St.Tel: +966-2-575-5575Hilton Makkah & Towers (5-star)Hijrah St.Tel: +966-2-534-0000InterContinental Dar Al-Tawhid (5-star)Ibrahim Al-Khalil St.Tel: +966-2-541-1111Le Meridien Makkah (5-star)Ajyad St.Tel: +966-2-575-1111Le Meridien Towers Hotel (5-star)Rawabi Ajyad RoadTel: +966-2-539-9999Manazel Al-Ain Mesrcure (4-star)Al-Azizia St.Tel: +966-2-557-8000Mercure Grand Um Al-Qura (5-star)Al-Jamaiza St.Tel: +966-2-570-2212Mercure Hibatullah Hotel (4-star)Um Al-Qura St.Tel: +966-2-549-8855Mouta Hotels (4-star)Asshibikah Jobal St.Tel: +966-2-543-5553Ramada Makkah Hotel (5-star)Ajyad St.Tel: +966-2-577-1448Ramada Makkah Shubaika (5-star)Al-Shubaika St.Tel: +966-2-546-0024Sheraton Makkah Hotel & Towers (5-star)Gazzah St.Tel: +966-2-576-0000Zam Zam Grand Suites (5-star)Adjiad St.Tel: +966-2-571-5555

MadinahAl-Ameen Crom Hotel (4-star)Markazeyah al GharbiyahTel: +966-4-819-8000Al-Ansar Golden Hotel (4-star) Few steps away from Al-HaramTel: +966-4-829-0177Al-Ansar New Place (4-star) Al-Siteen St.Tel: +966-4-820-7770Al-Ansar Silver Hotel (4-star) Al-Siteen St.Tel: +966-4-820-7117Al-Haram Hotel (5-star) Abi Zar RdTel: +966-4-818-2300Al-Jaad Crom Hotel (4-star)Markazeyah Al-GharbiyahTel: +966-4-819-2020 Al-Karam Hotel (4-star) King Abdulaziz St.Tel: +966-4-815-5500Andalus Classy Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St.Tel: +966-4-829-0000Andalus Dar Al-Khair Hotel (4-star) Few steps away fromAl-Haram Tel: +966-4-818-1114Anwar Al-Madinah Movenpick (4-star) in the Courtyard of Al-Haram Tel: +966-4-818-1000Barakat Andalus Hotel(4-star) Al-Siteen St.Tel: +966-4-820-8884Dallah Taibah Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St., crossing Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-829-0180Dar Al-Hijra InterContinental (4-star) King Fahad St. Tel: +966-4-820-7777Dar Al-Iman InterContinental (5-star) Off Al-Siteen St.Tel: +966-4-820-6666Dar Al-Taqwa InterContinental (5-star) Off Al-Siteen St.Tel: +966-4-829-1111Durrat Andalus Hotel (4-star)King Fahad St.

Tel: +966-4-829-1114Green Palace Hotel (4-star)Abi Zar St.Tel: +966-4-826-9040Hotel Elaf Taibah (3-star)Saad Bin Maaz St.Tel: +966-4-818-0050Hilton Madinah (5-star)King Fahad RoadFew steps away from Al-HaramTel: +966-4-820-1000 Le Meridien Madinah (4-star)Khalid Bin El-Waleed St.Tel: +966-4-846-0777Marriott Madinah (5-star)Omer Ibn Al-Khatab St.Tel: +966-4-818-0000Movenpick (5-star)In front of Al-Safeya BridgeOpposite Al-HaramTel: +966-4-818-8888 Ramada Al-Hamra(4-star)Abi Zar St.Tel: +966-4-820-8084Ramada Al-Qibla(5-star)Islamic Court St.Tel: +966-4-816-0008The Madinah Oberoi (3-star)Abi Zar St.Tel: +966-4-828-2222

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Ajyad Makkah (4-star)Ibrahim Al-Khalil St.Tel: +966-2-572-0500 Al-Kadesia Hotels (3-star)Ajyad St.Tel: +966-2-570-0866 Al Jaad Crom Hotel NaqaAl-Sulaimaneyah St.Tel: +966-2-570-5555Al-Shohada Hotel (5-star)Ajyad St.Tel: +966-2-574-4401Dar Al-Manasek Hotel (4-star)Ibrahim Al-Khalil St.Tel: +966-2-539-4444Elaf Ajyad Hotel (4-star)Al-Masafi St.Tel: +966-2-572-2200Elaf Al-Sud Hotel (4-star)Ajayad Al-Sud St.Tel: +966-2-570-8586Elad Kindah Hotel (5-star)Al-Messyaal St.

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Switzerland - Crans-Montana’s 33 Carat Special The two neighbouring resorts of Crans and Montana are situated at an altitude of 1500m on a sun-drenched plateau above the Rhone Valley. Idyllic mountain village or alpine town? Crans-Montana embodies both and combines all the comforts of a holiday resort with natural landscape and panoramic views of the Valais Alps. The modern side of Crans-Montana offers the most extensive alpine shopping for miles around. Enjoy a

Abu Dhabi - Jumeirah at Etihad Towers Festive Season Offers QUEST offers contemporary cuisine with an Asian twist with 360 degree panoramic views of the Abu Dhabi cityscape, Arabian Gulf and Corniche 24 December: Festive four-course set dinner menu inclusive of soft beverages and a glass of bubbly for AED 750. 25 December: Four-course set lunch for AED 450 (AED 630 with two glasses of bubbly.) New Year’s Eve: Welcome reception at Ray’s Bar with gourmet canapés from 7-8pm, followed by an indulgent five-course set menu. ROSEWATER offers international cuisine with al fresco dining options also available.24 December: Delicious festive buffet inclusive of a glass of bubbly for AED 450. 25 December: Buffet for the whole family with kids’ corner and a special guest from the North Pole! AED 350 (AED 575 with free flow of bubbly.)New Year’s Eve: Sumptuous buffet designed to tantalize the most sophisticated palates. AED 750 (AED 900 inclusive of wine, beer and soft drinks.)

LI BEIRUT offers modern Lebanese cuisine with European touches in a chic designer setting offering sea views with both indoor and al fresco terrace seating. New Year’s Eve: Welcome the New Year with a gourmet Lebanese five-course set menu inclusive of a glass of bubbly for AED 1100.

For more information on Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas, please visit: www.anantara.com

Abu Dhabi - Anantara Middle East Expansion PlansEastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa, Abu Dhabi by Anantara is a new luxury five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi’s Eastern Mangroves District, situated just 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 10 minutes away from downtown. The hotel, expected to open in the second quarter of 2012, consists of 222 hotel rooms and suites, five food and beverage outlets, including a Thai restaurant, an all day dining restaurant with live kitchens serving seafood, Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine, a pool bar, a lobby lounge and a rooftop lounge providing exquisite views of the mangroves, combined with authentic Arabian/Emirati hospitality.

The two Lodges, Al Yamm and Al Sahel, are set to open in the second quarter of 2012, bringing two new experiences to Sir Bani Yas Island. Each comprising of 30 luxury villas, Al Yamm Lodge is situated on the eastern sandy shores of the island, while Al Sahel Lodge can be found in the heart of the Arabian wildlife park.

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reduction of 33% off hotel accommodation, ski pass, ski hire and skiing lessons. Valid from 4 nights and 3 days skiing during the period from Nov. 19 – Dec. 24, 2011, from Jan. 7 – Feb. 11, 2012 and also from March 10 - April 6, 2012.Other Highlights of the 33 Carat Gold Offer:· Golf: 18-hole Severiano Ballesteros and 9-hole Jack Nicklaus golf courses offer panoramic views· Shopping: Crans and Montana comprise the most extensive alpine shoppers’ paradise· · Plaine Morte: huge glacier stretching for 10 square kilometres at an altitude of 3000 m · Sierre: town with the most hours of sunshine in Switzerland is a popular nearby excursion with its beautiful old quarter and museums. A funicular railway links Montana with Sierre. · Grottensee near St-Léonard: boat trips across this underground lake between Sion and Sierre from March to November.

UK - Arthur Christmas Brings The Regent Street Christmas Lights to TownWorld famous shopping and lifestyle destination Regent Street, London W1 is pleased to announce its annual switch-on of Christmas lights, this year adorned with extra festive flair as it celebrates the release of the family movie, ARTHUR CHRISTMAS, starring a stellar line-up of UK talent including Bill Nighy, James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie and Ashley Jensen. Released on 11th November 2011, the 3D, CGI-animated comedy reveals the never-before-seen answer to every child’s question: “So how does Santa deliver all those presents in one night?” The

answer: Santa’s exhilarating, ultra-high-tech operation hidden beneath the North Pole.In the weeks leading up to Christmas, shoppers will be able walk the Mile of Style under a canopy of glittering lights whilst seeking that special gift from the wide array of flagship stores along Regent Street, including Omega, Gant, Ferrari, Banana Republic, Armani Exchange, Anthropologie, Jaeger, Liberty, Apple, Hamleys, and Michael Kors.

First Class celebration for British Airways in Saudi Arabia To launch its new First class cabin, British Airways hosted a reception at the Riyadh British Embassy last month. The new seats were showcased, and the airline announced that the Riyadh route will begin to fly daily to meet increasing demand.

New features of the cabin include a 60% wider bed at the shoulders; personal wardrobe; personal electronic blinds; 15” in-flight entertainment screen; USB port, ambient mood lighting, and a leather-bound writing table.

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Abu Dhabi – Cristal SalamCristal Hotels and Resorts announces the opening of its new Abu Dhabi hotel. The hotel is just a few minutes from Abu Dhabi Airport and within convenient distances to most malls, offices and tourist locations. Guests can enjoy sumptuous cuisines and snacks in the restaurant or lounge, enjoy the swimming pool, keep in shape at the health club or pamper themselves at the spa. All the properties belonging to Cristal Hotels and Resorts are environmently-friendly hotels emphasizing corporate social responsibility and representing contemporary style, distinctive architecture, bold interiors, as well as state-of-the-art technology.

New Lufthansa Airlines flights from Jeddah to Munich Lufthansa German Airlines recently celebrated the launch of its three weekly service connecting Jeddah to Munich, Germany. Lufthansa operates its new Munich service with an Airbus A340- 300 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, offering 8 first class, 48 business class and 165 economy class seats. In Munich, exclusive lounge facilities await passengers in transit.

UAE – The Hotel ShowOrganisers of The Hotel Show 2012 have experienced a surge in interest from companies wanting to tap the anticipated growth in the GCC hospitality sector. At Dubai World Trade Centre from May 15-17, 2012, The Hotel Show is seen as the gateway to reach the vast business opportunities in the region. The GCC hospitality industry is expected to enjoy high growth in 2012 as hotel chains establish new properties to support increases in inbound tourism.

For further information, visit www.cristalhotelsandresorts.com.

For further information, visit http://www.lufthansa.com

To register for this three day event, please visit www.thehotelshow.com

A healthy pipeline of hotel projects remains in place for 2012 with a focus on budget hotels and commercial tourism across the GCC. This is being driven by religious tourism demands in Saudi Arabia, the associated accommodation requirements of the Qatar World Cup 2022, increased tourist arrivals to the UAE and development plans to position Oman as a top tourist destination.

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DJ’s Beauty Editor Nilo shares her knowledge and expertise with our readers. Her goal is to impart confidence, share tips, revamp beauty routines, and let you in on Jeddah’s latest beauty news and great finds - enjoy!

A: Many women end up adding more powder to their face to make themselves look fresh and at times it ends up looking cakey and overdone. Don’t add more makeup until you’ve sprayed your face with some mineral water, rose water or a hydration spray. Then separate a tissue and gently blot. Then proceed with applying your lipstick, blush, concealer or powder. This will help to avoid the “dry” look and give you a fresh face! Try Givenchy’s Mist Me Gentle Spray

Beauty Tip !For red lips that don’t look retro, fill in lips with a red pencil, add a clear balm and blot for the perfect natural red lip color.

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Is Keratin Hair Treatment Safe?

Thick, frizzy coarse hair can be hard to maintain. Women are always looking for easy solutions to tame their unruly hair...especially in Jeddah’s humid environment. Keratin is an expensive but popular treatment not only in Jeddah, but all over the world. Little do people know that all Keratin treatments, including Brazilian blow dry and Brazilian Keratin Treatments, contain a straightening agent called formaldehyde which is a chemical typically used for preserving bodies and cigarettes! Formaldehyde may straighten the hair, but it can be dangerous to your skin, respiratory tract, cause hair loss and has even been linked to cancer. There are no formaldehyde-free formulas for straightening hair on the market – no matter what they say – so beware. If you still decide you must get it done, please ensure you wear a mask, close your eyes and try not to inhale the fumes.

FACT: Hair treatments are unregulated.

No health agency regulates ingredients in cosmetics - it’s up to the manufacturers to police themselves. The profit motive rarely takes consumer safety into consideration.

FACT: Keratin Treatments cannot work without Formaldehyde

Many companies claim their products are Formaldehyde-free, but they still

contain glycol or formalin (which becomes formaldehyde gas after

being heated or dried). Even the Brazilian Blow-dry (which

claims to be Formaldehyde-free) still contains over 12% of the chemical.

Many women dream of soft silky “Pantene Pro-V” model hair. But if the reality is that you have curly, frizzy or coarse hair - don’t ruin your hair by trying to permanently change it; invest in a top of the line hair straightener and smoothing/styling products to work with what you already have.

Let’s face the FACTS

FACT: Formaldehyde is toxic. Period.This chemical can cause short-term irritation to the eyes and upper respiratory tract. Long-term effects include possible links to nasal cancer and leukemia according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer. Many women claim hair loss due to repeated treatment. Many universities studying the effects of this chemical including Berkeley say, “All products containing it should be banned.”


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Living Green is easy, fun, and necessary for the future of our world. Pollution, dwindling resources, and environmental issues impact us all - catch the green spirit and help ensure a better future for yourself, your children, and all the generations to follow

Stores in Jeddah that stock organic food: Abazeer Organic ProductsTel: +966-2-6612285 / +966-2-6676157Al-Shoula on Madineh RoadOrganic Shop Nofa HoldingsProvides a variety of organic productsAl-Shoalla Center - Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-2-6073890Reyhan Gourmet shopAl-Andalus St.Tel: +966-2-6688233Watania Organic Products Abdul Rahman Al- Sudairi St.Tel: +966-2-6915082Danube, Bin Dawood SupermarketsProvides a variety of organic products

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The ultimate travellers’ power pack, Globetrotter comprises the Freeloader Portable Solar Energy System, complete with connectors/connection cables, the Freeloader Supercharger for all weather, and a tough carry pouch. Freeloader is an advanced portable charging system that can power ANY hand held device anywhere, anytime. Freeloader takes power from its solar panels, the supplied Supercharger or via its charge cable that plugs into a computers’ USB. Once charged, Super Charger will fully power a FreeLoader in as little as 4 hours in sunshine. Useful for all your electronic power needs - iPod, phones, etc.Available at amazon.com

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There is none amongst the believers who plants a tree, or sows a seed, and then a bird, or a person, or an animal eats thereof, but it is regarded as having given a charitable gift [for which there is great recompense[Al-Bukhari, III:513]

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4. Once the water in the cans is frozen, take the cans out and start to hammer out the dotted designs. (The ice inside the cans acts as resistance, so the can won’t crumple or dent when you hammer it.)5. When you finish hammering out your designs, run the cans under warm water to melt the ice.6. Give the cans a coat of bright paint, then let them dry7. Insert a candle and light them up - they are beautiful in the house or garden.photos courtesy of homemademamas.net

Last month, Ford Middle East honoured the recipients of its 2011 Conservation and Environmental Grants, with 12 projects receiving a total of US$100,000 in a ceremony held in Dubai. This year’s projects include volunteerism to collect and segregate plastic waste in Kuwait, saving coral reefs in the UAE, and many more.

Each year, Ford Grants makes US$100,000 available to individuals and non-profit groups with projects in nature preservation, environmental education and conservation engineering. The programme is open to applicants from KSA and other gulf countries.

For more information about Ford Grants, supported by UNESCO, visit www.me.ford.com.

2011 Ford Motor Company Conservation and Environmental Grants

What you need: 1. The design template.2. A sharp nail. The bigger the nail the bigger the holes.3. A clean tin can. The template is made for a 4.5 inch tall can.4. Scissors.5. An old rag. You really only need this if you’re working on cement. It helps keep your can from getting scratched up.6. A hammer. 7. Tape.

Method: 1. Wash the cans, remove the labels, and smooth any rough or jagged edges.2. Using the marker, mark out designs using dots and lines. Be as creative as you’d like!3. Fill the cans with water until they are almost full, then put the cans in the freezer.

Turn unwanted cans into beautiful lanterns using this safe and easy technique. Start collecting tin cans of different sizes because once you see how pretty these little lanterns are...You’ll be busy making them for all your friends and family!

Tin Can Lanterns



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Food-savvy Jeddahwis know that consuming at least five servings of fruit and vegetables on a daily basis is the smart way to long-life and good health…but did you know that you can quickly and easily satisfy a serving with a daily glass of delicious fresh juice? Fresh fruit juice bars can be found all over Jeddah and offer a mind-boggling variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables available for immediate juicing. Purists enjoy their one-flavor juices while adventurous types request custom-made mixes (ever tried apple/grape, carrot/watermelon, or banana/kiwi?!)

Juice should be consumed immediately or by the end of the day in order to maximize vitamin and mineral absorption. Freshly juiced fruits and vegetables also contain vital enzymes which trigger the body’s digestive and immune systems to operate at maximum efficiency. While juice is lacking in the fiber found in whole fruits and vegetables, the immediate benefits of regular consumption is evident in higher energy levels, a stronger immune system, and improved skin clarity.

& By Dilara Hafiz

Drink Your Fruit Vegetables

Juice Places• Juice World Heraa St. +966-56926677

• Fkehat lebnan +966-2 6658023 - +966-2 6608909

• Goodies Tahlia St. and King Road +966-2 2847333

• Halawani Sultan St. +966-2 6688900

Fresh Juice Facts• One cup of carrot juice = nutrition of four cups of raw, chopped carrots!

• One 4-oz glass of 100% juice provides a full serving of fruit.

• Jeddahwis favorite juices: orange, fruit cocktail, carrot, apple.

• Drinking grape juice prevents cardiac problems and improves cardiovascular function.

• Orange juice is rich in Vitamin C, folic acid, and potassium


For a start, don’t expect all green teas to taste the same, just because they’re all one color doesn’t mean that they’re identical. Different kinds of green tea have different flavors depending on the type of leaves selected and how they were processed. Popular for its fresh, light flavor, green tea can be drank hot or cold and is a fashionable flavoring for ice creams, soft drinks, and even as a spice.

Green tea’s medicinal properties have also been proven anecdotally as well as scientifically. It’s known to lower the risks for a wide range of diseases, from simple infections to chronic degenerative conditions such as cardiovascular disease and even cancer. It may also help prevent or slow weight gain by limiting fat absorption in the body; hence it’s recent popularity as THE weight loss drug of the 21st century.

A version of green tea called ‘matcha’ is made from the powder of ground green tea leaves. Originally from Japan, matcha can be bitter for those unaccustomed to its bitter taste. However it is rich in nutrients, antioxidants, fiber and chlorophyll. Tea drinkers all over the world are making the switch from black to green – experience the rejuvenating properties of green tea for yourself.

green tea: Overhyped or Nature’s Miracle Drink?

Green tea originated in China thousands of years ago and spread throughout East Asia. It’s now the drink de rigueur all over the world…but does it really deliver on all its life-extending promises?



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What DJ staff will be watching..

FOR DECEMBER 2011

The American Dad

On: OSN ComedyShowing Time: Every Wednesday10:00 pm KSA

Medium

On: MBC4Showing Time: Every Thursday & Friday 09:00 am KSA

Army Wives(Season 4)

On: FOXShowing Time: Every Wednesday 10:00 pm KSA

Cougar Town(Season 1)

On: FOX Showing Time: Every Saturday 09:30 pm KSA

Once upon a time(Season 1)

On: OSN First Showing Time: Every Wednesday07:00pm KSA

The Mentalist

On: MBC ActionShowing Time: Every Saturday09:00 pm KSA

Ringer(Season 1)

On: MBC 4Showing Time: Every Tuesday 11:00 pm KSA

Tonight Show with Jay Leno

On: OSN ComedyShowing Time: Every Saturday 9:00 pm KSA

The Ellen DeGeneres Show

On: OSN Comedy Showing Time: Every Sunday05:00 pm KSA

Boardwalk Empire (Season 2)

On: OSN FirstShowing Time: Every Monday 09:00 pm KSA

The Killing (Season 1)

On: OSN FirstShowing Time: Every Saturday8:00 pm KSA

The Secret Circle(Season 1)

On: MBC 4Showing Time: Every Wednesday11:00 pm KSA


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Game of Thrones is the first book in his ambitious A Song of Fire and Ice series – 5 books and counting. Already made into a vivid HBO series, this saga of kings, princesses, dragons and magic isn’t your typical fantasy novel. It’s more like a fascinating soap opera set in an alternate reality; a world where greed, ambition, and honor motivate the characters.

Lord of the Rings fans will welcome this series as a gripping return to a finely detailed world, while Harry Potter fans will appreciate the independence of the young heroes and heroines who battle for survival in a hostile world. Martin’s writing style is unique – he devotes chapters to different characters so that you move through the story from differing points of view. Once you become vested in the story-line of a character, you can’t wait for them to reappear and take up the thread of the narrative once more!

Blockbuster book sales in the US and England have critics hailing Martin as the ‘American Tolkien’. While Martin sometimes gets bogged down with excruciating personal genealogies, his story is gripping. The HBO series is lush and dramatic; fascinating viewing which will have you impatient for the 2nd season.

Game of ThronesBy: George R.RMartin

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Never trust a pretty girl with an ugly secret. Teen drama/mystery involves Aria, Emily, Spencer, and Hannah reunited and they have constantly been receiving messages (usually via cell phone text) from the anonymous “A”, who knows all the four girls dark secrets. They believed it was their missing best friend, Alison who also shared her secrets. However her corpse is found, yet again “A” continues stalking and watches their every move.

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Staff of the Month TV Selection: Yousef Kurashi


CAROL KEYROUZNINTENDO WII! is the

only interactive video game that requires you to be active

and therefore makes the games fun and entertaining

for the whole family! Wii Fit is an excellent way to keep fit and healthy as it records

your daily activities and provides you with a virtual

personal trainer! Wii Resort helps both you and your kids

engage in some physical activity while making it super fun. Creating your

own Wii characters makes it entertaining as you

challenge your opponents and beat their scores.

DJ Staff Pick of the Month

WALAA AL-ATTAS For the past few years I have tried many different scrubs and finally i found a good one! St.Ives apricot scrub made my skin so soft and the oiliness went away. Yes, the beads are kinda big- that’s why you have to be very gentle when you use it so it won’t leave your face irritated. I love this product and I don’t think that I’ll ever switch to another scrub. Not too expensive, pretty package, and works beautifully removing dead skin cells and dirt.

NAZEEHA JACOBSMAC’s Studio Moisture Tint has recently become one of my favourite make up products. It evens out skintone while hydrating the skin, and feels soft and light on my face. With SPF 15 protection included, it really has all the characteristics of a good facial product packed into one. It comes in a variety of shades making it great for all skintones.

RASHAD KKMy pick of the month

is the 2011 Ducati Diavel - it’s a dramatic

departure for the Italian manufacturer known

for their sport-oriented bikes. Translating to

“devil” in English, the Diavel combines

sportbike powertrain and lightweight construction

with a cruiser-like layout.A Carbon model is 7

pounds lighter, and has carbon fiber trim and

lighter weight Marchesini wheels.

DJ staff are out and about bringing the best of Jeddah to DJ readers. Here are some of their latest picks – maybe you’ll spot something you have been looking for!


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EGYPTE: Tel: +966-1-4810464E: Tel: +966-1-4831275C: Tel: +966-2-6605205ERITREAE: Tel: +966-1-4801731C: Tel: +966-2-6740592ETHIOPIAE: Tel: +966-1-4824055C: Tel: +966-2-6653444FINLANDE: Tel: +966-1-4881515C: Tel: +966-2-6438235FRANCEE: Tel: +966-1-4881255C: Tel: +966-2-6681544C: Tel: +966-2-6681563GABONE: Tel: +966-1-4567173GAMBIAE: Tel: +966-1-2052158C: Tel: +966-2-2573193GERMANYE: Tel: +966-1-4880700C: Tel: +966-2-6996436GHANAE: Tel: +966-1-4545122C: Tel: +966-2-6601429GREECEE: Tel: +966-1-4801975C: Tel: +966-2-6674088GUINEAE: Tel: +966-1-4881121C: Tel: +966-2-6637540HUNGARYE: Tel: +966-1-4568644INDIAE: Tel: +966-1-4884144C: Tel: +966-2-6500104INDONESIAE: Tel: +966-1-4882282C: Tel: +966-2-6711271IRANE: Tel: +966-1-4881444C: Tel: +966-2-6676132IRELANDE: Tel: +966-1-4882300ITALYE: TEL: +966-1-4881212C: Tel: +966-2-6421454JAPAN E: Tel: +966-1-2881100

C: Tel: +966-2-6670676JORDANE: Tel: +966-1-4880039C: Tel: +966-2-6607630KENYAE: Tel: +966-1-4882484C: Tel: +966-2-4881238KOREAE: Tel: +966-1-4882211C: Tel: +966-2-6681990KUWAITE: Tel: +966-1-4883500C: Tel: +966-2-6604898LEBANONE: Tel: +966-1-4804060C: Tel: +966-2-6690599MALAYSIA E: Tel: +966-1-4887100C: Tel: +966-2-6727740MALIE: Tel: +966-1-4195640C: Tel: +966-2-6514940MALTAE: Tel: +966-1-4615315C: Tel: +966-2-6991599MAURITANIAE: Tel: +966-1-4646749C: Tel: +966-2-6297722MEXICOE: Tel: +966-1-4808822C: Tel: +966-2-6495332MOROCCOE: Tel: +966-1-4811858C: Tel: +966-2-6695234C: Tel: +966-2-6695238NEPALE: Tel: +966-1-4645170NETHERLANDSE: Tel: +966-1-4880011NEW ZELANDE: Tel: +966-1-4887988C: Tel: +966-2-6512109NIGERIAE: Tel: +966-1-4823024C: Tel: +966-2-6716865NORWAYE: Tel: +966-1-4881904C: Tel: +966-2-6611222 Ext 300OMAN E: Tel: +966-1-4823120C: Tel: +966-2-6996838

PAKISTANE: Tel: +966-1-4884111C: Tel: +966-2-6692371PHILIPPINESE: Tel: +966-1-4880835C: Tel: +966-2-6696797C: Tel: +966-2-6693254PORTUGALE: Tel: +966-1-4826964QATARE: Tel: +966-1-4825544C: Tel: +966-2-6945666RUSSIAE: Tel: +966-1-4811432C: Tel: +966-2-6659212SENEGALE: Tel: +966-1-4880146C: Tel: +966-2-6690275SIERRA LEONEE: Tel: +966-1-4643982SINGAPOREE: Tel: +966-1-4803855C: Tel: +966-2-6073980SOUTH AFRICAE: Tel: +966-1-4429728C: Tel: +966-2-6060299SPAINE: Tel: +966-1-4880606C: Tel: +966-2-6607000SRI LANKAE: Tel: +966-1-4606906C: Tel: +966-2-6065414SUDANE: Tel: +966-1-4828857C: Tel: +966-2-6475108C: Tel: +966-2-6471273SWEDENE: Tel: +966-1-4883100C: Tel: +966-2-6529615Ext 204SWITZERLANDE: Tel: +966-1-4881291C: Tel: +966-2-6510772SYRIAE: Tel: +966-1-4887481TANZANIAE: Tel: +966-1-4542833C: Tel: +966-2-6657528THAILANDE: Tel: +966-1-4881174C: Tel: +966-2-6655317



Compounds

TUNISIAE: Tel: +966-1-4887900C: Tel: +966-2-6605328TURKEYE: Tel: +966-1-4820101C: Tel: +966-2-6601607UGANDAE: Tel: +966-1-4544910UKRAINEE: Tel: +966-1-4508536UAEE: Tel: +966-1-4881227C: Tel: +966-2-6670307C: Tel: +966-2-6515436USA E: Tel: +966-1-4801831C: Tel: +966-2-6670080URUGUAYE: Tel: +966-1-4620739C: Tel: +966-2-6633300YEMENE: Tel: +966-1-4881769C: Tel: +966-2-6896444C: Tel: +966-2-6898555

Abir CompoundPrince Sultan St.,Near Saudia CityTel: +966-2-6522358Al-Andalus Luxury VillasTahliyah St. behind Suzuki ShowroomTel: +966-2-6695154Al-Aoun VillageAl Bawadi, Near Al-Mirabi Mercedes BenzTel: +966-2-2563381Arabian Homes Al Bawadi Dist.Tel: +966-2-6822201www.arabian-homes.comAromary VillageHera’a St., Behind Al-RajhiTel: +966-2-6940086Al Basateen VillageNext to Continental School, Off Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6944015Belleview Executive CompoundAl-Amal St., Near Jeddah Preparatory School

Tel: +966-2-6547666www.belleviewcompund.comBelleview 2 CompoundNear King Faisal Specialist HospitalTel: +966-2-6642636Binzagr Villa CompoundAl Azizeyyah, Madinah Rd., One block after Lexus ShowroomTel: +966-2-6642636Elite 2 CompoundNear Jeddah International Souk Tel: +966-2-6681111www.elitecompounds.comElite CompoundNear Jeddah International Souk Tel: +966-2-6610930www.elitecompounds.comFatima CompoundNear Corniche, Behind Business Park Tel: +966-2-6515416Garden City CompoundPalestine St., Behind Al-Nakheel BldgTel: +966-2-6607590www.hhaproperty.com.saAl-Hajrayn VillageCorniche, Near A-Bilad HotelTel: +966-2-6943464www.alhajrayn.comHiba CompoundAl-Hamraa, Ibrahim Adham St., Near Tarik Binladen Hospital Tel: +966-2-6650819Kindi Housing CompoundAl Rabwah, North JeddahTel: +966-2-6916219Lotus CompoundsAl Hamra, Al-Naeem, Al-Rihab, Contact PMDCLotus 1: Al-Hamraa Dist Tel: +966-2-6980145Lotus 2: Al-Nayeen Dist Tel: +966-2-6541107Lotus 3: Al-Nayeem Dist Tel: +966-2-6548808

M&M CompoundNorth Abhor, Nr, Amir Abdullah Mosque.Tel: +966-2-6562166M.M Al-Rumaih CompoundAl Shatee, On Corniche Rd., 3KM North of Hotel Sheraton Tel: +966-2-6991231Al-Manar CompoundAl Safa, Prince Metab St., Near Al-Jedani HospitalTel: +966-2-6938770Al-Mubarakiah VillageEast Jeddah, King Abdullah St. Near Abraq Al-RaghamaTel: +966-2-6400158Mura Bustan CompoundsTel: +966-2- 6910041Nada VillagePrince Majed St., Near Baud TelecomTel: +966-2-6920099Al-Najia Compounds Madinah Rd., Besides SAS Radisson HotelTel: +966-2-6518178Nueva AndaluciaAl-Rawdah, Sari St.Tel: +966-2-6823434www.andalucia.comRaytheon CompoundOpp. Saudi German HospitalTel: +966-2-6518178www.raytheon.comReem Compound Al-Salamah, Saqr Al-Quraish St.Tel: +966-2-6829196Al-Salam CompoundAl-Rehab, Palestine St., Between Dallah Tower& Makkah HighwayTel: +966-2-6717121www.alsalamcompound.comSalamia CompoundAl-Sulaymaneyyah, Near Carrefour HypermarketTel: +966-2-6400253www.salmiacompund.comSari PalmsSari St.Tel: +966-2-6607590www.hhaproperty.com.sa/



www.coralschool.netDar Al Fikr SchoolTel: +966-2-6311118 (Boys) Tel: +966-2-6311117 (Girls) www.fikr.sch.saDar Al-Hanan SchoolTel: 920029669Dar Al-Ruwaad SchoolTel: +966-2-6592225Dar Jana International SchoolTel: +966-2-6648315www.djis.edu.sa Global International SchoolTel: +966-2-6523444Tel: +966-2-6144101 ( KG )www.gis.sch.saJeddah International SchoolTel: +966-2-6061253www.jischool.orgJeddah Knowledge School Tel: +966-2-6620174www.jks.edu.saJeddah Preparatory & Grammar School Tel: +966-2-6542354www.jpgs.orgManarat Jeddah SchoolTel: +966-2-6730225www.manaratjeddahschools.comMy little house Tel: +966-2-6652490www.mylittlehouse-sa.com Thamer International School Tel: +966-2-6680747www.tis-edu.comYoung Entrepreneur SchoolTel: +966 -2- 6127670Mob: +966 -5-6073 5670www.yes.sa.comWall Street Institute Tel: +966 (02) 2833094 Tel: +966 (02) 2833095 www.wsi-ksa.com

Al-BayanTel: +966-2-6611004www.al-byan.com Al-Fasial International SchoolTel: +966-2-6761955www.alfaisal-school.comAl-Waha International SchoolTel: +966-2-6729660www.alwahaschool.comThe American International SchoolTel: +966-2-6620051www.aisj.edu.saThe British International SchoolTel: +966-2-6990019www.continentalschool.comCoral International School Tel: +966-2-6832002

Mob: +966-550569333My Little Kingdom SchoolTel: +966-2-6393951Tel: +966-2-2575909Up and AwayTel: +966-2-6614791

Agriculture & WaterTel: +966-2-6210002Communication &TransportationTel: +966-1-4042928Disabled Children’sAssociationTel: +966-2-66224080/8001241118EducationTel: +966-2-6723028/6444305Foreign AffairsTel: +966-2-6047000HealthTel: +966-2-6970006Information & CultureTel: +966-2-6514060/6476222InteriorTel: +966-2-6684000Jeddah Chamber of CommerceTel: +966-2-6515111Water & ElectricityTel: +966-2-6725349

Schools & Institutes

Ministries

saripalm.Saudia CityAl-Khaledeyyah Dist.Tel: +966-2-6820030www.saudicity.comShaker Village CompoundAl-Hahdah, Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-2-6991840Sharbatly VillagePrince Majed St., North of JeddahTel: +966-2-6910828www.sharbatlyvillage.comSiham CompundAl-Rawdah, Near Saudi Binladen GroupTel: +966-2-6426431Sunset ResidenceAl-Rowdah St., Near Jeddah Int. MarketTel: +966-2-6604276

ABC SchoolTel: +966-2-6988827Ambassadors SchoolTel: 800-124-9000Web: www.ambassadors-schools.comBuilding Blocks Tel: +966-2-6060755Mob: +966-5-41525616Childhood SpringTel: +966-2-6607533Creative Childhood Summer SchoolTel: +966-2-6077224Mob: +966-5-04390998IPS (Innovators Private School)Tel: +966-2-6980685Mob: +966-569490403Jack N JillMob: +966-507369963Junior’s & Mom’sMob: +966-504313440Mob: +966-551796254Kids Campos Tel: +966-2-6642351Kids Time NurseryTel: +966-2-6543111Mob: +966-569693794Little Smarties Tel: +966-2-6061913Mama et Moi

Kindergartens

Mawakeb Alajar

+966 5522412167

Department of Environmental Protection

+966 2 6062430 -

Receives waste: paper - cardboard Canned - PlasticNylon - Metal Aluminum - Tin



Social Services Organization

Charitable Society for the memorization of the Qura’nTel: +8002442777www.qj.org.saCharity Society in JeddahAl-Zahra Dist.Tel: +966-2-6391100Charitable Servicesfor the Care of CancerPatientsAl-Rowais Dist.Tel: +966-2-6511373Committee for Social Services and HealthTel: +966-2-6875521firstwelfaresociety.org.saCommittee for the Welfare of Prisoners and Their FamiliesTel: +966-2-219 7767 / 920006065pcare.org.saEnabling Marriage& Family SupportFoundationAl-Nozla Dist.Tel: +966-2-6811168/920000900Faisaliah Women’sCharitable FoundationAl-Rowais Dist.Tel: +966-2-6535000Friends of the HeartFoundation in JeddahBehind Al-Tahlia StationTel: +966-2-6658384King Abdul-Aziz Shelter for Abused Women & ChildrenTel: +800116066www.7imayah.orgMaharat CenterMadinah Rd.Tel: +966-2-6656218www.maharat.orgMajid Bin AbdulaizFoundation forDevelopment & SocialServicesAl-Shate’e Dist.Tel: +966-2-6062959Ministry of Social AffairsTel: +966-1-4778888mosa.gov.sa/portal/National CharitableFoundation for BloodDonationTel: +966-2-6905008

NOTICEIf you have any complaints about services around Jeddah such as:

* Pricing irregularities * Expired Items * Denied coverage of warranted items e.g. a mobile, car, etc. * Refusal of service * Unhygienic food / working conditions

Complaints can be filed to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry Web Site or to their hotline.

Hotline: +8001241616 website: www.commerce.gov.sa/english/

Tel: +966-2-6914620(KAUST)King Abdullah University of Science and Technologywww.kaust.edu.saKing Abdulaziz UniversityTel: +966-2-6400000www.kau.edu.saPrince Sultan Aviation AcademyTel: +966-2-6862997www.fo.sv.netPrince Sultan College for Tourism and Hotel SciencesTel: +966-2-2844425Tel: +920016165www.pscj.edu.sa

National Society for Human rightsTel: +966-2-6222261www.nshrsa.orgPrincess Fawziah Center for Women & ChildrenTel: +966-2-6369891firstwelfaresociety.org.saSaudi Environmental SocietyMurjaan Dist.Tel: +966-2-6996193www.sens.org.saSociety FriendsCharitable FoundationTahlia st.Tel: +966-2-6919999The School of EtiquetteTel: +966-505558703www.etiquetteschool-sa.comWedad Charity FoundationTel: +966-2-2753377www.wedad.orgWomen’s CharitableFoundation in JeddahAl-Nazla DistTel: +966-2-6369652Zamzam Foundation for Volunteer Health ServicesAl-Sulaimaniya Dist.Tel: +966-2-2600000

College of Business Administration (CBA)Tel: +966-2-2159000/2159009(Boys’ section) Tel: +966-2-6900671/6900238(Girls’ section) www.cba.edu.saDar Al-Hekma CollegeTel: +966-2-6303333www.daralhekma.edu.saEffat CollegeTel: +966-2-6364300www.effatcollege.edu.saIbn Sina National College for Medical StudiesTel: +966-2-6355882/6356555 www.ibnsina.edu.saJeddah College of TechnologyTel: +966-2-6370387www.jct.edu.saJeddah Community CollegeTel: +966-2-2870026www.jcc.kau.edu.saJeddah Teacher’s College

Universities



10 Things We LOVE About Jeddah

Every month locals and expats will

brainstorm all the different things they

love about Jeddah.

We’ll select the top 10 every month to

showcase in DJ - check out if your favorites

make the list! Maybe you’ll discover some

hidden treasures or realize how many

amazing things make Jeddah the thriving,

bustling metropolis it has become.

I love the most beautiful largest glowing globe I have ever seen. It still fascinates me till this day.

I love that Jeddah is a city thatnever sleeps. I can go out at anytime

I love the heat, I don’t like cold weather

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3 I love the beach resorts in obhur

10I love that we dont have taxes

1 I love to sit on the Corniche at 2 in the morning and just watch the moon and listen to the waves

4 I love Danube’s manageesh

2 I love the art exhibitions that pop up all the time

I love wearing my Abbaya saves time when you unexpectedly plan to go out.

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5 I love taking my time reading in Virgin Megastores

Is Back

Tel: +966 (2) 661 1000 Ext. 1111 Fax: +966 (2) 660 6326 E.mail: [email protected] www.crowneplaza.com

Just like the blooming cherry blossoms it is named after, Sakura, Jeddah's foremost Japanese restaurant is once again in full bloom in a new location and decor, as well as a new chef.

Chef Ho Dinh son, who's culinary experience spans eighteen years spent between Japan and Vietnam, has been flown in to titillate the most discerning palates with the best that Japanese cuisine has to offer.

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