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ISSUE 81 OCTOBER 2015

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Scotland’s FestivitiesLocal Jewelry Designers

Abdullah Al MunifENTREPRENEURIAL GENIUS

Global vs Local Cuisine

THE CHIEF CHEFS OF KSA

Which dish wins?

Up Close and Personal with

Something Unexpected will happen atAl Zahra Branch

on October 19th 2015

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Editor-in-Chief Enas HashaniManaging Editor Maria MahdalyExecutive Editor Bassma Al Toaimi

EditorsSahrish AliSohila El Saadany

Contributing WritersAhmed GassasAnousha VakaniElizabeth Davis Johara Al MogbelMassa BitarMirvat Ammouri Mohammed HarasaniMohammed MirzaRakan TarabzoniSumaiyya NaseemZareen MuzaffarIntern Aabiya Baqai

Art Director Reem Al Assal Studio Manager Mohamed Fawzy Graphic DesignersDina Al Amoudi Mohammed RashadIntern Lama Al Sharqawi Photographers Dina Al Amoudi Mohamed FawzyNawwaf Al Farraj Ryan NawawiReem Al Rifaie Tom Flanagan Social Media Hurreia BalouchWeb Admin/Associate Editor Swalah Eshki

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FOOD!

Enas Hashani Editor-in-Chief

This is the issue that makes the Destination team dance, exercise you might say, in preparation for the days of gorging in the office done in the name of research. And the Destination Food Issue, well it’s a keeper.

We decided that for this issue of Destination, it’s high time we turned the spotlight to the creators of great food in the city. Heading the pack is the inspiring interview with Abdullah Al Munif, founder of Anoosh and entrepreneurial genius. We also caught up with foodies Mona Mosly, Ayah Enani, Yousef Khumayes and Anas Al Salim to get a glimpse of the local culinary scene.

It is often said that life in Jeddah is an acquired taste. People who don’t try to discover it would hastily say it’s not for everyone. We say though that regardless of where you find yourself living, it’s important to have a tall order of gratitude and a side of optimism.

A true Jeddahwi sees the vision of progress beyond the traffic and road blocks. He appreciates the burgeoning community of artists, entrepreneurs, innovators, hipsters and geeks over the nuances of cultural differences. She knows that boredom is a state of mind, self-imposed by those who don’t leave their comfort zone.

Hence, till next time dear readers, Love like a foodie. Live like a true Jeddahwi.

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DESTINATIONKSA Dining Around Town• Dining Scoop- Zaika’s Must-Try Dish • Hotdogs: The Best of the Best • Global and Local Foods

62Explore KSA

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Spirituality• Pay it Forward • Deal with Emotional Challenges

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Style & Shopping• Jewelers in Town• Wear Parisian • Facial Cleansers to Look For

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Special Features• The Local Culinary Scene with Saudi Foodies

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LG Takes the Saudi National Day to the Peak of Kilimanjaro

A New Walkway in Town

LG and Qimmam partnered up to take the Saudi Flag to the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. A group of friends from Saudi and different parts of the world have decided to take the extra mile in celebrating Saudi’s National Day. Qimmam approached LG with the idea and LG are sponsoring and supporting the adventure. The people undertaking the adventure have all received a new LG G4 to document their journey.

A Kilo of Kindness for a Treat of Ice Cream campaign was launched by Mövenpick from Sept. 5 – 12. Supporting #AKiloOfKindness was done in two ways; firstly, by dropping off donations at participating hotels and secondly by encouraging kindness in others by spreading the word on Facebook and Instagram with the #AKiloOfKindness hashtag.

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Saudi Syrian AidSaudi Arabia has taken it upon itself to help its brothers and sisters in need in Syria. We came across a thorough research that highlights how Saudi is doing that.*Note that these are only some of the Saudi initiatives done over the past years.

• The Saudi National Campaign to Support the Brothers in Syria created 57 relief programs and projects for the displaced Syrians in Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey and Syria. • The Saudi Campaign to Support Displaced Syrians also supplied monetary assistance in forms of checks to Syrian refugee families in Lebanon’s Barja area, south of Beirut, to pay rent for their houses.

• The Saudi Fund for Development signed two cooperation agreements with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Riyadh. The two pacts will deliver $10 million to help the refugees.

• Alwaleed bin Talal Charity Foundation provided $200,000 to UNICEF in response to the urgent needs of children affected by the Syrian conflict.

• Specialized Saudi clinics located in the Al Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan have intensified their efforts to provide medical care for Syrian patients.

• In April, Saudi Arabia welcomed thousands of Syrian Refugees into Saudi for residential stay without any stipulations, confines or Visa, and covered all their expenses.

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Syrian refugees entering Saudi were given two options: a. That a Saudi citizen appoints the refugee and allows him to travel in Saudi Arabia (Similar to one with a visitors Visa). b. That the refugee transfers to a hotel in the city of Samtha (a town in Jizan), where a flat is distributed for each Syrian family with all their expenses covered by the government for an indefinite period.

• There are 500,000 Syrians in Saudi Arabia that have been given visas, 3,000 of which, based on a recent royal decree, have been given scholarships to attend universities inside the Kingdom. They are also given healthcare for themselves and their families.

Saudi Arabia will always support its brothers through their adversity.


Together in Breast Cancer AWARENESSFact: Breast Cancer is the single leading cause of death for Saudi women. The Kingdom has of the highest mortality rate for the disease globally.By Sahrish Ali

10KSAFor you, for her, for us.

Founded by Princess Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud and Dr. Modia Batterjee, 10KSA aims to raise breast cancer awareness within the community and support the movement globally. Proceeds from all 10KSA initiatives fund the Zahra Breast Cancer Association.

Dr. Modia Batterjee also leads Albidayah Center and it has been in partnership with Princess Reema's breast cancer campaigns since 2010.

This month they have organized a special evening of time-honored style featuring women from KSA. The evening’s main feature is a fashion-show titled, The Vault.

It is a collaboration effort between Albidayah Center and 10KSA Jeddah ambassadors to raise awareness for breast cancer and to encourage women to participate in 10KSA Guinness Record Breaking event in December. Hence, ticket sales will be donated to 10KSA campaign and the event on December 12.

We hope to unlock old habits and ideas on

health. Traditional Saudi clothes will be fashioned in a contemporary way. The aim is to recognize

that we are all Saudi women and we come together in awareness

of breast cancer in our nation.

– Modia Batterjee

The ambassadors of 10KSA started awareness programs, some of which include:

• Collaborating with Help Center where Dina Arif of Doodle For A Cause had sessions and various activities with students to bring attention to the fact that breast cancer also affects those with special needs.

• In October 10KSA ambassadors and Dr. Modia Batterjee (Founder of

Albidayah Breastfeeding and Women's Awareness Center) are planning a group mammogram at Fakeih Hospital.

• One of the ambassadors, Noor Jabri, is a breast cancer survivor and she is planning a pink party this month. The proceeds would be used for free mammograms.

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Doodle for a CauseDina Arif is head of this creative campaign. Last year the campaign encouraged the public to get involved by doodling art about breast cancer incorporating the color pink.

The doodles were displayed in “21,39” exhibition earlier this year and a book of compilations of all the doodles was made and sold at the exhibition as well. Doodle For A Cause was nominated for King Khalid Development Award and Dina Arif was selected as one of the ambassadors for the 10KSA initiative.

Doodle for a Cause is an innovative way to create awareness and was established in the

memory of a dear friend who lost her life fighting

breast cancer.– Dina Arif

This year, Doodle for a Cause start their new campaign this month. Everyone is welcome to doodle and upload his or her work to the official social media channels. Everyone is free to draw anything as long as it was about breast cancer, for the purpose of gaining awareness about early detection.

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1. Virgin Megastore Opens Largest Apple Shop in Saudi Arabia Virgin Megastore announced the opening of the biggest Apple shop in Saudi Arabia at Red Sea Mall. The Apple shop occupies over 1,900 square meters and follows the contemporary design in line with Apple guidelines.

4. Jaguar Celebrates with Forward Thinkers Film Series Jaguar is challenging conventional perceptions of innovation and performance in its newly revealed Forward Thinkers film series. CEO of Lomar, Loai Naseem, is one of the influencers in the campaign film series which highlights Jaguar brand through his daily life.

2. Etihad Airways Welcomes Al Ittihad FC to Abu Dhabi Eithad Airways welcomed Al Ittihad Football Club players and management staff to Abu Dhabi as they start their UAE pre-season training. The Jeddah-based club played Baniyas Club and Al Jazira Club in their pre-season before they headed back for the Abdul Latif Jameel League.

3. KAEC Exhibits Residential Products of the Award Winning Al Waha Village KAEC’s launch event was held Sept. 3 -5 in Jeddah Hilton Hotel. The launching was the response of the high demand for residential communities in the region. Al Waha Village is an award winning state-of-the-art community offering residents a refreshing new approach to living.

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5. Al Shiaka Holds its First Board Meeting Al Shiaka, a Saudi men’s outfitter specialized in designing and making men’s thobes held its first board meeting after partnering with SEDCO Holding. Anees Moumina was appointed as Chairman of the Board. In the meeting, the board audit committee was formed as well as approving the business agenda.

6. Red Sea Mall Expansion Launched At a special ceremony at Park Hyatt, Red Sea Mall formally announced the commencement of its largest expansion project of SR 200 million. Chairman of Red Sea Mall Markets, Saleh Bin Mahfouz, opened the ceremony and made the announcement of the expansion. “The expansion will add even more international brands and entertainment facilities, and underscores our unwavering commitment to enhancing the Red Sea Mall experience for our valued visitors and tenants.”

8. Fakieh Aquarium First International SeminarThe first international seminar held at Fakieh Aquarium by Tarfeeh Fakieh was about the challenges of environmental conservation of marine life in the Red Sea. The seminar was addressed by Jamil Attar, Owner Representative of Fakieh Group, and featured talks by Dr. Michael Berumen, Dr. Francesco Cardi, Jose Ignacio and Bernardo Do Nascimento and closed by Zaki Sadayo, Executive Director of Fakieh Aquarium.

9. JEI Learning Center Grand OpeningThe first JEI Learning Center in Saudi Arabia opened in Jeddah at the Platini Tower on the crossing of Sari and Sitteen Street. The center provides help with Math and English for students in Kindergarten up until grade 8. JEI Learning Center is an internationally acclaimed Math and English learning center.

7. Rubaiyat’s Shoe ShowOn Sept. 8, Rubaiyat hosted the shoe event with designer Rupert Sanderson at Rubaiyat Department Store in Stars Avenue. A lucky winner received a signed framed shoe sketch by Rupert Sanderson himself. The FW15 collection was launched at the event.

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OCT. 20 – 22 EXCS INTERNATIONAL LUXURY MOTOR SHOW Luxury car exhibition featuring some of the most exotic cars.

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OCT. 1 – 9 THE ARAB DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY PROGRAM Memory For Forgetfulness. Installations by Omar Imam, Reem Falaknaz, Natalie Naccache and Samar Hazboun.

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OCT. 21 - JAN. 20 POSITIVE MOTHERING 12-WEEK PROGRAMTala Al Soleiman and Assia Khashoggi will introduce mothers to 12 magical strategies that will help them deal positively with their child's misbehavior.

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OCT. 26 - NOV. 16 POSITIVE NANNYING 4-WEEK PROGRAMThrough introducing simple strategies and tools, Tala Al Soleiman and Assia Khashoggi will guide your nanny to become more attuned, responsive and productive with your child.

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Yes, it is scary – cancer can be a nightmare.

FINANCIAL PLANNING W I T H R E E M A S A A D

What is Cancer? According to cancer.org, cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. If the spread is not controlled, it can result in death.

The medical consequences, the looming end of life, the painful treatment (if available), shattered hopes, disrupted plans and dreams, leaving our loved ones; these are just some of the emotions associated with cancer.

Sadly, there is another detriment to this debilitating disease: Financial burden.

According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), the estimated medical costs for cancer in the US in 2011 reached $88 billion (SR 330 billion), about 17 percent of the entire GDP of Saudi Arabia for that year. In the GCC, over the period 1998-2009, the number of new cases of cancer reached 23,000 of which 22 percent is breast cancer.

The Author:Reem Asaad is an inspirational Saudi woman. She is a wife, mother, writer and financial adviser.

Asaad was ranked the third most powerful Arab Woman in 2012 by Arabian Business Magazine.

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Economic Impact of CancerSo how much does it cost to receive cancer treatment?

The financial costs of cancer are high for both the person with cancer and for society as a whole. One of the major costs of cancer is treatment. But lack of health insurance and other barriers to health care prevent many patients from getting optimal health care. This means that many cases go undiagnosed until a later stage when treatment can be more extensive, more costly and less successful.

For more information, visit cancer.org. Also, tune in for the biggest awareness campaign for breast cancer in Saudi Arabia: 10KSA.

Newly approved cancer drugs cost an average of $10,000 per month, with some therapies topping $30,000 per month, according to American Society of Medical Oncology (ASCO). So an average year's worth of new drugs would cost $24,000 to $36,000 in addition to health insurance premiums.

So what can you do? Regular checkups, mammograms, wholesome exercise and healthful meals can all contribute to a better quality of life a whole and detecting disease early on.

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His inspiring brilliant story.Abdullah Al Munif

By Johara Al Mogbel

From its relatively obscure origins back in 2004, Anoosh has rapidly grown into a household name. The Anoosh cookie isn’t just a brand, it’s a lifestyle. And the intriguing growth from chocolate atelier to the number one cookie shop in the country is a compelling story, thanks to the intrepid entrepreneur behind the brand, Abdullah Al Munif.

Us being us, of course, we weren’t content to merely reading about the story.

And it’s quite an inspiring one. Al Munif is not one to shy away from his failures, and he likes talking about them more than his successes because in his opinion, “People learn from my failures. And I have a lot of those.”

He started off with one, graduating high school without enough credits to get into any of the colleges. Undaunted, he sold his car and went to the US to learn English. When he got to Michigan, he enrolled in a high school program and worked part time at a pizza restaurant to finance his trip.

“I started as a dishwasher, then I became a delivery guy so I could get commission. My first delivery was: I took some pizza to the dorms, and you’re supposed to hold the pizza box up, right? I got down from the car, carrying the pizza like like a bunch of books- the experience was zero- and I knocked the door and handed ST

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it to them. I remember they were four girls, and they gave me a 5-dollar tip. They closed the door, and I was happy with the tip as I started leaving, but a few moments later they were yelling ‘Hey, pizza guy!' I go back, and one of the girls says, 'first of all, give me my tip back.' I gave her the five dollars back. 'And here, take your pizza.' I’ve never been in the position where someone says: here, this is how you carry pizza. I went back, and my Lebanese manager told me: 'yee shoo, shayel kutub ma’ak' [you think you’re carrying books]?”

When Al Munif came back to Saudi Arabia with the ability to speak English fluently but no degree to prove it, he worked two jobs; as a receptionist in Shell Petromin in the morning, and as a merchandiser in Saco in the evening. Then he got an offer to work as a secretary in Riyadh Military Hospital. “When I sat down with HR he spoke to me in English and everything went well enough that he waivered the written test. When I got the job, I had to write in English and they saw the mess in spelling and what not so they gave me English courses to improve myself. I ended up working there for five years.”

An unrelenting entrepreneur, Al Munif started a dot-com business in the evening that provided reviews and bookings to hotels and restaurants. But it was an idea beyond its time, as

dial-ups were still in use and the Internet wasn’t as widely spread. “Even when I would go to a hotel in Makkah or Madinah to sign them on, they wouldn’t be connected. So it failed. I’d even gotten a loan from the bank but I lost the money.”

After that debacle, he worked in Tawuniya Insurance as a secretary to the director. While he was there, he was approached by a college professor to join him and

other investors in their date export business. He agreed and joined them, but four to five months later, the company shut down. “He went back to the university, and I was out of a job. So I started building my own private labelling of mamool and dates.”

The concept was kickstarted by the dates. “I used to take my produce to a chocolate factory and have them dipped, because I didn’t have the facilities to do


“In 2008-2009, I started to build a little company and sell it, build a brand and sell it, so while currently operating under Al Munif Holding, I’ve opened a number of companies. So far there’s been around eight that I’ve invested in.”

Al Munif’s business acumen extends altruistically as well, as he’s a board member of Oqal Angel Investment Committee that helps entrepreneurs and mentors them.

Before we left, we asked Al Munif what his next plans for Anoosh were. “Chocolate

bars. We’re working on a new concept. We’re going to make the bar fun. What’s your favorite dessert? Maamoul, kunafa? Salted caramels? We’ll make it out of people’s favorite desserts. We’ll get Oreos, and drop it in the bar, we’ll add potato chips. Ever tried potato chips with chocolate? It’s beautiful. The combination of two things, this is what we mean about fun. We’re planning on 100 flavors in the line.”

Oh, yum. We positively can’t wait for those chocolate bars.

it myself. At the chocolate factory I found these chocolates that were really colorful, and it was right after Easter. The factory’s in Lebanon, so the guy sold me his stock, and I opened my first kiosk in 2004.”

Thus Anoosh was born. The name comes from the Armenian term for cute. “Everyone was using French, Italian or American names, so we decided to try Eastern Europe.” In 2004, the first kiosk was set up, but then the next problem arose.

In the winter, the electricity would be turned off and the chocolate would melt in the kiosks which pushed Al Munif into opening his first store on Takhassossi road in Riyadh in 2006. He’d opened a chocolate store and there was minimal traffic so he worked on making a buzz in the environment. “I invited different people to the store; university students for example, as well as embassies, kids’ programs, charity organizations, so they could try the products. They ended up liking them, and suddenly there was a demand.” And now, they have 30 branches in the Kingdom.

But once an entrepreneur, always an entrepreneur. It wasn’t enough for Al Munif to stick with Anoosh. The need to build something from the ground up prevailed and he was back in business.


Tell us about what you do.I am and always will be a market researcher; helping clients by arming them with the knowledge they need to achieve their goals (increase sales, understand the market, improve service or even know how people perceive them). We are the voice of the public communicated to companies and governments. After 17 years of experience in social and market research, in 2013 Research Corner was established, with two brands under its umbrella, InLight Consultancy focusing on Social and Market PH

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WECRITIQUE: Bringing Mystery Shopping to Saudi Arabia

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What exactly is mystery shopping?Although mystery shopping has been around for more than 70 years, many people have never heard of this type of service. Mystery shopping is an area of work which is rapidly growing in popularity for organizations.

Every mystery shopping project have the same goals working covertly to increase an entity’s sales, reduce risk

Ghaida Fatany gives us insight into what mystery shopping is all about and how she got into this field.

of liability, making employees more aware of their customers, and improving customer experience and satisfaction. All of this is done using a special process in which the mystery visitor/shopper would take on an assignment, go to the business anonymously, and note very specific elements of their entire experience, be it about products or services.

All visit data/information is then gathered, analyzed and reported back to the client with a plan or recommendations on improving and/or maintaining their performance.


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How is WeCritique different from other mystery shopper companies?I would say our local knowledge and expertise combined with the international standards we apply is where we stand out.

We take pride in the service we offer our clients, we work closely with them until the implementation phase and monitoring its effect over time, so we witness first hand their success stories.

What is the key to becoming a successful mystery shopper?Being an anonymous visitor requires full awareness of the objectives in hand and paying attention to details so their feedback form serves the analysis phase effectively. That is why all our mystery shoppers/visitors go under tailored training for each project separately.

Is mystery shopping a common service around the GCC? Many governments, like the UAE for example, conduct on-going mystery visits to improve and maintain the service they offer. This is not uncommon for many countries around the world. We hope that this culture is fully adapted in our country on various levels. We take pride in assisting governments and the private sector in improving what they have to offer creating a better customer experience.

Word of advice for businesses looking to improve their sales and customer loyalty?It is all about your customer experience and building your customer loyalty. They can become your ambassadors to moving forward or your enemy in pushing you back. Word of mouth is a very strong tool in Saudi Arabia.

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Since she was a judge on The Taste, we asked her what she thinks makes a good chef. “Preparing food is indeed important. People should understand the cooking process. Being a chef requires technique; it’s like chemistry. You must know basics, ways and methods of cooking. The taste of a dish can be accomplished by anyone, but the technique itself is what sets apart one chef from the other. The way of cutting, cooking, temperature and such,” she replies.

After being on the show, Mosly was

offered a very special job at Al Jadayel Catering Co. that is responsible for catering to airline flights. She now holds the executive chef position there.

Mosly had worked at Leylaty before that and says her current job is very different. She continues, “I do catering for private jets. It’s a different experience; you aren’t cooking banquets or cooking at restaurants. Airline cooking is different since you prepare about 70 to 80 percent and the rest is continued on the plane. It’s a bit monamosly

challenging because you need to keep the appropriate temperature.”

The toque (chef hat) however, comes off once she is back home. She explains, “I don’t really cook at home, sometimes I cook for my family. But I cook at work for 9 hours, so I really don’t have time to go back and do it again at home.”

Finally, we expect to see a lot more of Mosly since she has taken a liking to media. She proudly exclaims, “This is the time for chefs to rise!”

Mosly is probably best known for her appearance as a judge on the hit cooking show, The Taste. She describes her experience with everyone on the show, “I wasn’t nervous on The Taste at all despite it being my first TV experience. They themselves were surprised as they thought I would be shy. I don’t have a shy personality and I get along with people really fast so it wasn’t hard.”

She is no stranger to the camera though, as she was featured on Maggi Diaries on YouTube.


Chef Anas Mubarak Al Salim won the 2014/2015 Saudi Excellence for Tourism Award for Best Young Chef; a prestigious award that is only bestowed upon the crème de la crème in the culinary field. Al Salim is also a demi-chef de partie at the Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh at Kingdom Center and he dedicates his win to the entire culinary team there.

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For someone who was not at all interested in being a chef, Al Salim surprised himself and everyone around him. “My beginnings were not easy since Saudi society is still a bit resistant to the chef occupation. Surprisingly, before I started studying culinary arts, I was never into cooking, but I have come to discover that it is indeed my true calling.”

He continues, “The minute I realized how much I love cooking and how much I excelled at it, I started setting goals for myself. My first goal is to learn all types of cuisines. The second is

to specialize in one of them and last but not least, I want to be one of the best chefs worldwide.”

The competition was judged by Saudi and international industry experts. The panel had set specific plates to be prepared along with the judging criteria; these were taste, skills, cleanliness and presentation. Al Salim participated the year before and won second place; this year he was determined to come out on top and that is exactly what he did. Al Salim’s victory intensified his drive to become a world-renowned chef.

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this title has given me a push to learn everything new and creative in this field and to work hard towards my goals.”

This experience has taught him that he is capable of anything; he assures “Nothing is impossible, I can achieve anything I desire with handwork, perseverance and determination.” Al Salim vows to always continue pushing himself to prepare creative and delicious dishes. He believes that “thinking outside the box” is a must in order for him to leave his mark on the culinary world.

The minute I realized how much I love cooking and how

much I excelled at it, I started setting goals

for myself. — Chef Anas Al Salim


Surrounded by the aroma of delicious pies, Ayah Enani talks to us about her culinary journey. Enani started off as a chef at her own kids’ cooking club, moved on to become a TV contestant and presenter and is now the proud owner of Pie Paradise as well as a diligent student at Effat University.

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It all started from a young age after her mom sent her to a cooking club. “I made fettuccini for my family after returning and they all loved it. Their reactions encouraged and inspired me to continue in the culinary field.”

She continues, “In high school, I created My Little Cook club

to become a host of not one show but two. “One was The Little Cook, based on my real life club. It was a huge success. I would have five kids around and we would all cook and have fun. Then there was the Fatafeat Magazine, a morning show about cooking, culinary updates, health, fitness and so on. It was a whole magazine summarized in a show,” she says.

She is no longer with Fatafeat. However, she freelances and does live cooking shows, something she truly enjoys, as she loves interacting with the audience. She also ayahenani / pie.paradise

writes up Ramadan booklets for stores and their products.

Enani is now a student at Effat studying entrepreneurship alongside owning her business Pie Paradise. “I am planning to take Pie Paradise to the next level after establishing a database of customers. I’ll start my own shop because up until now it is Instagram based. I don’t want to rush through it though. It has to happen with ease.”

This pie master will knead herself a bright future.

where I taught kids from 6 to 12 year olds how to cook. It has been on for five years, even though I stopped recently.”

Enani taught both children and adults, but enjoys teaching the former more. “Children are very punctual, they come on time and leave on time. They are very energetic when they come, they actually want to cook and learn; they are truly passionate and talented.” In 2011, Enani had her first TV break as a contestant on the Fatafeat show, Star Chef. She won the show and moved on


Ever since a young age, Khumayes seemed to know exactly what his passion was and pursued it every way possible. As a child he started experimenting at his home kitchen, but at the age of 12 he took it even further by working at Bullwinkle’s Jeddah during the summer.

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says, “I am so happy that I was part of this great program that is trying to help people change their lifestyle. It was hard at the start being in a kitchen that’s not mine talking to invisible people (the camera), but once I got into it I really loved it and felt I was helping people make their cooking healthier.” Being a healthy chef does not mean he doesn’t like indulging in some comfort food himself. “I really have a soft spot for ice cream and cookies, I like sweet stuff as my comfort food,” he confesses.

The chef updated us on everything new going on with him right now. “I opened a pizzeria in Europe now and I am planning something big in Abu Dhabi very soon.”

He also hopes to open something in Jeddah really soon.

Fast forward years later, Khumayes is a contestant on the fan favorite Top Chef Middle East show, the second place winner on the first season. Khumayes recounts his experience, “It was a pleasure being on such a global program. I met some great chefs whom I am still friends with and worked with after the show. I also learnt a lot about my creativity and myself. I didn’t expect to win seven out of the 13 episodes and my dishes to be added to worldwide establishments.” This definitely gave him a boost to pursue his dream in the culinary world.

Khumayes’s TV adventure was only starting. He then went on to host the Saudi Chefs show on OSN Ya Hala and followed that by becoming a host on Dr. Chef. Commenting on his Dr. Chef journey, he chefyk

Anyone can make banoffee pie. It’s simple. But the difference with mine is the balance of

ingredients, the technique and the taste. When

customers have tried a slice, they often call back

to order a full pie. — Chef Yousef Khumayes


Soulful Art with

By Sahrish Ali

We speak about the monsters and oddball creatures that Sara Abdu creates.

Sara AbduAdventures in Art ExplorationGrowing up watching Tim Burton’s works and such had a pivotal effect on how Abdu creates art now. As with the beginning of all things, there are a lot of trials. After experimenting different styles, she eventually started shaping her identity as an artist at the age of 16.

On Creativity and ArtHer creativity originates from personal experiences, a memory or ideas that illustrate certain situations. Abdu begins her creative process by organizing her thoughts, refining the idea then putting it in the form of a quote. Then she spends some time with that and sketches out the idea until she manifests it on canvas.

On InspirationIt’s important to create something honest with which people can relate. It shows the many languages an artwork can speak. Departure, solitude, love, fear, the meaning of existence, God’s creation and music are all sources of my inspiration.

Most of my artwork includes writing as well. I have always wanted to find a balance between words and illustration,

and my work focuses on their cohesive existence.

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How would you define your art? What I do can be classified as pop surrealism art. It has a dark childish sense I am kind of stuck in between. Most if not all of my artworks have white backgrounds so my main focus is intensified on my characters and what I want to deliver through them. There is a concept I have been trying to identify in my work

When it comes to executing, I am very critical about my work and I think the rest of

my life will be an attempt to create the best I can. If my

work can inspire others, if it can really touch them and open a true conversation

with their soul, then there’s nothing else I need.

— Sara Abdu

for years and it’s ‘beauty of ugliness.’ The word ‘ugly’ has always bothered me, where things are labeled and classified according to their appearance.

When did you start exhibiting your work? I first exhibited my work at the Saudi Art Center at the age of 14. That was a time when I was still learning new techniques and developing my identity.

After Athr Gallery approached me, I exhibited at many other places including Dubai Art Fair, Abu Dhabi Art Fair and START Art Fair in London. My very first solo show, “The Intangible Bonds In Our Existence,” was held at Athr last year.

Art in PiecesWhile speaking about her art pieces, Abdu elaborates how every piece was a different experience. That is the most enjoyable part: creating something that sets you in a unique state of mind.


Jahanamiya

Founder and editor in chief of a unique online platform for Saudi women, Ahd Niazy, gives us some perspective in this heart to heart. By Sahrish Ali

The Backstory“There were two things that happened around the same time that led to the creation of Jahanamiya. The first was that I was taking a class on Orientalism, which is the way the west has historically represented the Middle East and Asia in a manner that is stereotypical. I began thinking a lot about identity, representation, and particularly self-representation.

The second was that I came upon a website that claimed

to empower Iraqi women by telling their stories. At first, I was excited by such a feminist concept, but as I started reading, I realized something was wrong. I looked into its background and found that the site was founded by a group of western women who were telling the stories of Iraqi women in order to empower them. To me, there’s nothing empowering about someone else telling your story.”

The Name: JahanamiyaNiazy’s mentor, Majed Munshi, was actually the one who suggested “Jahanamiya.” “At the time, I had never heard the name before, but it immediately gripped me. I liked the way it sounded. And once I learned which plant it was, I knew it was the right name.” CO

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What makes Jahanamiya different?Jahanamiya is unique because it uses storytelling to achieve two things:

• To learn more about Saudi culture – which is very complicated – through the eyes of the women experiencing it. And in turn, to celebrate our diversity.

• To shatter western stereotypes of oppressed, burka-clad Saudi women who barely breathe without the permission of a man. To focus on the experiences that Saudi women want to talk about, instead of those that others want to talk about for them.

Goals for the Future of JahanamiyaI hope there is a larger range of voices presented from all over the Kingdom in each of our future issues. I hope Jahanamiya becomes a literary archive of the experiences of Saudi women, narrated by the women themselves.

Web: jahanamiya.com

Jahanamiya

On ChallengesThe magazine started out as just me working on the project, as well as juggling my course load – I’m a full time student at Emory University. This involved sending a lot of emails to potential contributors (writers and artists) between classes, and quickly learning the value of follow-up emails.

Through all the networking I did to find contributors, I met many inspirational Saudis. This is what I have been most grateful for throughout this process – all the people who encouraged me to pursue Jahanamiya, to ensure it reached its full potential.

ThemesEach issue revolves around a particular theme. Choosing themes is tricky because they are based on elements of Saudi culture without being too broad, or too specific.

Jahanamiya is the Arabic name of the Bougainvillea, which grows locally. The plant has bright fuchsia flowers, and it thrives despite the Saudi heat. It takes care of itself, adds beauty and color to our often-bare streets, and most importantly – no two of its flowers are the same. Much like Saudi women.



Director/Creator Abdulaziz Al Muzaini makes history with the all-female lead roles Saudi animated series, Queens. It talks about the daily life of two sisters, Ritaj and Fatin. The first episode was written by Noha Al Fard. More episodes are planned for release.

Animation Box By Abdullah Rafa

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By Anousha Vakani

Although we have plenty of noteworthy jewelry designers in Jeddah, we caught up with just a few to get their inside stories.

THE JEWELERS

What’s your brand and how would you describe your designs?My brand name is Sabah Jewelry. I have a great passion for gemstones, so I work mostly with them. I buy mainly from the International Gem and Jewelry Show, which is usually held in different states of the US. I try to attend the largest show possible with the largest number of exhibitors from of all over the world so I can have a rich collection of beautiful and rare gemstones. ST

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SABAH JEWELRYWhere can we find your collections?My collections are found at my shop in the Red Sea Mall in Jeddah and we are currently working on opening a new branch in Jeddah Mall.

Who’s your icon/favorite jewelry brand?I love the work of most of the famous jewelry designers but as for the old houses I love the designs of Van Cleef & Arples and Cartier. In more recent designs I love the work of Cathy Waterman, Gurhan and Marco Bicego who plays with gemstones and pearls in an elegant way.

Favorite stone?My favorite gemstone is diamond, which is also my birthstone. But like most Saudi women, I love ruby. I also adore Labradorite stone – it enchants me.

Location: Red Sea Mall, Gate 2 sabah_jewelry

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LILLIAN ISMAIL To support Saudi entrepreneurs and websites, I am currently selling my pieces through Stylana.com and soon Artistia.com. As for the men’s pieces, they can be found at Lomar.

One essential piece of jewelry you can't leave the house without?One piece that I can’t leave the house without is a diamond ring I received as a gift from my father in my early teenage years. It is a sentimental and valuable piece, and wearing it has become a habit. I love seeing a diamond sparkle on my hand everyday.

Name: Lillian Ismail Title: Brand Owner/Designer

My pieces make the buyer and the owner proud of where they come from, or at least appreciate culture and tradition.

What are you working on right now? My team and I want to expand Jadela within the country and around the Gulf. I will be focusing on my last two years of college which will be very tough and challenging as I get closer to graduation. We hope to produce a new collection in 2016. Finally, a small surprise for our customers: we are happy to bring back our coin pieces in the near future!

Where can we find your collections?The full women’s collection from Jadela is available at AlNadera Jewelry in Tahlia.

What’s your brand and how would you describe your designs?Lillian Ismail is the brand name I started as my graduation project in Dar AlFikr when I was a senior in high school. Through my designs, I try “to bring the past to present in a reflection of a jewel.” In other words, my designs are all inspired by traditional jewelry with a modern twist to them.

Email: [email protected] Web: lillianismail.com

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What’s your brand and how would you describe your designs? My brand is TasneemEshki. My designs are inspired by prayer beads so each piece holds 33 or 99 beads. My pieces can be used for spiritual meditation or simply enjoyed for their artistic design.

Where can we find your collections? You can find and purchase my pieces at Etre department store in Red Sea Mall, and view them on my Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest accounts. What are you working on right now? What’s the inspiration for your upcoming collection?I am currently working on Hajj/Summer collection. Nature, people, conversations, relationships and ideas always inspire my designs.

TASNEEM ESHKI Upcoming trend you’re excited about? I am excited about the autumn color trend this year, some of which include shades of pink for emotions, shades of red for humanity and shades of blue for dreams.

Who’s your icon/favorite jewelry brand?I love jewelry that holds meanings and pieces that are inspired by cultures or by art like Frey Wille.

Name: Tasneem EshkiTitle: Brand Owner/Designer

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How would you describe your designs?My designs are traditionally classic and timeless, yet they are modern and wearable wrapped in a contemporary artistic aesthetic.

Tell us more about your collections.We create pieces mainly customized to truly reflect the spirit and the unique taste and individuality of a person. My first collection was the Allah collection as I believe everything should start with faith. The second collection is “Isme,” which is a play

YATAGHAN JEWELLERY on the words “is me” and also translates to “my name” in Arabic.

The “Harfi” collection, which translates to “my letter,” consists of lighter, more affordable pieces. I am also working on collections that continue to reflect women’s strength and empowerment.

Where can we find your collections?In our showroom at The Store. Instagram is our main platform and all orders are placed through email and Whatsapp.

Name: Sarah Abudawood Title: Owner and Designer

Email: [email protected] Mob: +971-505050749

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How would you describe your designs?Charmaleena always pushes boundaries and aims to fascinate even more. Our collections celebrate the joy of love, freedom, strength and growth through the journey of life.

CHARMALEENA JEWELLERY

Who’s your icon/favorite jewelry brand?A few jewelry houses that are personal favorites include Degrisogono for their creative different pieces, Bogart classic and artistic Van Cleef & Arples and Cartier’s eternity.

Where can we find your collections? You can view all our collections by visiting our Showroom located in Al Rawdah Street in El Khereiji Group Building, or on our website.

Tel: +966-12-6121377Email: [email protected]: charmaleena.com

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Name: Leena Mohamed EL Khereiji and Hala Mohamed El KhereijiLeena: Co-Owner and DesignerHala: Co-Owner and Business Developer

What are you working on now? I’m working on the next collection that I will launch in April 2016 at the same exhibition where I was awarded first place, the International Jewelry Salon Exhibition in Jeddah and Riyadh.


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Our exclusive one-on-one with the legendary shoe designer, Rupert Sanderson. By Sohila El Saadany

Rubaiyat hosted the Shoe Show event at their Department Store in Stars Avenue Mall. This very exclusive event showcased the largest and most exciting selections of designer shoes in KSA. The presence of the world acclaimed British designer Rupert Sanderson, who visited Saudi Arabia for the first time, added the

final touch of glamour to a delightful evening.

How is your experience in Saudi Arabia so far? It is off to a great start. I have never been to Saudi and its perception of it being quite a closed society isn’t true. I have come to meet really wonderful women who are sophisticated and well traveled and well informed. The culture here is great, even the abaya looks properly different. There’s great energy here. Not to mention that I am loving the food.

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What are your expectations for your collection here in Rubaiyat?Rubaiyat Department Store is very sophisticated, definitely one of the best in the world. We are very honored to be here with some very famous brands, and to have our own space here is a very prominent marketing strategy. I want my designs to be widely understood and widely worn.

What inspires your work?Everything inspires my designs. It’s a strange thing because I don’t aggressively seek out inspiration, it just comes. Sometimes I’ll have good days and some bad ones. It’s like there’s a hyperactive subconscious, it can come up with some crazy stuff.

What also inspires me is being in Italy and working in the factory, just being around the process, the craft of it. The silhouette buildings can come from anywhere, a piece of jewelry or cutlery or even from a boat. Any elegant shape or form can trigger inspiration.

Rubaiyat Department Store is very sophisticated, definitely one of the best in the world.”

- Rupert Sanderson

Do you have any specific rituals you do whenever you are working? I like to be at home. I have a studio there, and I really like it. But I also like being around people who are inspiring. I like to be free of the concerns of everyday life. It’s very simple, as long as I have got some paper and pencils, maybe a nice view and a cup of tea.



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Motchi We saw this account and had to put it on our list of places to try.

They opened not more than two months ago, and although they offer all sorts of sweets from cookies, cheesecake to cronuts, the first thing we’re ordering is the brownies.

Must-Try!Zaika’s Mutton Bhuna Ghosht

Baby lamb cooked in tomato, onion, spices and herbs. Just look

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Sitting discreetly on the restaurant-ridden Um Al Qura Street, this place should definitely be on the list of one of Jeddah's best burger joints.

Carrying a typical American early-mid 20th century

chairs in the entire place. There are not that many burgers to choose from, one of the best ones amongst them is the Big Mouth burger.

The burger is juicy, the sauce in the burger compliments it fantastically

and the economical price at which it is priced will definitely make visitors come repeatedly.

A place for those who consider value for money and taste more over a dine-in experience.

Park Hyatt’s Andalusia

Andalusia has added new theme nights. Barbeque Revolution every Saturday, Spanish Tapas every Monday and Seafood Fiesta every Friday from 6:30 p.m. until 12 a.m. Al Bohsali OpeningAl Bohsali opened last month at Universal Plaza on Al Battarjee Street offering some of your favorite Arabic sweets.

DJ RecommendsMosakhan Express

Must try: Mosakhan sandwich and bites, and their delicious

ouzi. If you’re feeling creative, try the

mosakhan pizza. Oh, they deliver too.

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ambiance similar to 19th Century Burger, Juicy Burger, staying true to its name, predominantly features burgers on its menu.

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Yellowtail Jalapeño Sashimi 95 SR Served as thin slices each bite is smooth with a citrus soy tang and a crunchy spicy kick.

Wagyu Beef Tacos 85 SRTalk about finger food done right, this tender and juicy dish is truly a treat!

Rock Shrimps Tempura 80 SRThe hot crisp coating gives way to the tender shrimp. The sauce tastes creamy and also spicy to keep it light.

Crispy Rice Salmon 58 SRThese scrumptious little bites are where deep fried goodness meets delicate elegance.

Marinated Baby Chicken 85 SRPreferably served with a bowl of rice or veggies of your choice, the chicken is flavorful and marinated to perfection!

Hanisan’s Selection of Sushi Rolls 65 SRThis is the traditional way to start an “Izakaya meal”. From classic ingredients including tuna, shrimp, and crab, to more intense flavors such as Philadelphia and California.

Spicy Crab Salad 120 SRMild and spicy, soft and crispy, light and filling!

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A local icon, Leylaty group has delighted literally generations of diners. Hanisan Japanese Restaurant, the latest addition to the renowned group, brings a contemporary yet sophisticated dining experience to the heart of Jeddah.

Are you ready to indulge your senses with new dishes? Here are a few of our specialties and our new menu features much more!

Hanisan offers a modern representation of the Japanese authentic “Izakaya” style where a good meal is shared with family and friends. The restaurant delivers innovation at every level through its signature dishes, cutting edge service, and modern design. Through their passion for combining flavors and textures, the professional kitchen team prepares your dishes with dedication using the finest and freshest ingredients and presents it with precision to deliver a feast for your eyes. From the wide selection

of starters to the Hanisan’s classic main courses, there is something for all taste buds and budgets. The exquisite dishes combine bold new recipes with traditional flavors while maintaining the essence of the conventional Japanese cuisine. Even though the menu is extensive, the service team are experts in generously explaining every order to the guests and ensuring that each course moves smoothly to the table. Representing the spirit of Japanese hospitality, whether it is for a corporate lunch or a longer Friday night

dinner, Hanisan, will take you on a great voyage to Japan with its delightful inviting ambience and Japanese imported products. The table art is modern and minimalistic and will appeal to anyone who walks through its doors. The Hanisan philosophy is all about providing top notch Japanese food in an outstanding environment that will leave you feeling satisfied.


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Hanisanʼs Chef began his culinary journey in 1987 and has practiced working with his edible art in many International venues ever since then. After moving to the Middle-East, Chef Weni gained experience at some of Dubaiʼs top restaurants, includ-ing the Nobu family in 2010, Zuma in 2012, and finally Akiko, where the restaurant has won the 2014 Bahrain awards as the best Japanese restaurant by Time Out Magazine Bahrain. Today, he brings these years of rich culinary experiences to you at Hanisan Japanese Restaurant, Jeddah.

CHEF WENI SUSILOWATIBOOK YOUR TABLE NOW!

Yellowtail Jalapeño Sashimi 95 SR Served as thin slices each bite is smooth with a citrus soy tang and a crunchy spicy kick.

Wagyu Beef Tacos 85 SRTalk about finger food done right, this tender and juicy dish is truly a treat!

Rock Shrimps Tempura 80 SRThe hot crisp coating gives way to the tender shrimp. The sauce tastes creamy and also spicy to keep it light.

Crispy Rice Salmon 58 SRThese scrumptious little bites are where deep fried goodness meets delicate elegance.

Marinated Baby Chicken 85 SRPreferably served with a bowl of rice or veggies of your choice, the chicken is flavorful and marinated to perfection!

Hanisan’s Selection of Sushi Rolls 65 SRThis is the traditional way to start an “Izakaya meal”. From classic ingredients including tuna, shrimp, and crab, to more intense flavors such as Philadelphia and California.

Spicy Crab Salad 120 SRMild and spicy, soft and crispy, light and filling!

NEW MENU SPECIALTIES

Some Signaturesinclude, Salmon Salad

& Black Cod Miso

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With its chic setting and delectable meals, Quirinale embodies richness and originality. The restaurant derives its name from the luxurious palace that stands on the tallest hill in Italy and its décor and food definitely reflect the splendor.

The two-story restaurant is filled with decorations coming directly from Italy. To reach the second floor, guests can use the beautifully executed spiral stairs or take the elevator that is embedded in a brick wall imitating Italy’s own old corners.

Fettuccine Mare e Monti

Quirinale

Nestled in the elegant Le Chateau mall, Quirinale is the emblem of sophistication and authentic Italian taste.

An Italian Gem in Jeddah

Several more seating

arrangements are on the top floor, some even

overlook Le Chateau. There is also a private dining room

that can be used for any occasion and hosts up

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Scamorza

Succulent mixed grill.

It's Time for Tiramisu!The ingredients are blended so well together to result in this perfect little cup of goodness.

Quirinale is bound to blow everyone’s minds away with fresh Italian dishes prepared by their Italian chef. Guests can even watch their meals being prepared through the open kitchen area and pizzas are baked in the traditional brick oven right in front of guests.

A collection of exquisite pasta is available, one of which is the Fettuccine Mare e Monti, fettuccine with mixed seafood and mushrooms immersed in Quirinale’s own pink sauce. The restaurant adds a unique twist to its ravioli that is submerged in spinach and parmesan sauce.

The scrumptious seafood that arrives from Italy and is always fresh is highly recommended. The Gamberoni is a must try; the grilled prawns marinated in oil and lemon, topped with caramelized tomato will leave visitors in awe of the taste.

Some of Quirinale’s other specialties include the Scamorza, sizzling melted cheese topped with smoked beef bacon and the Ensalada Quirinale, seasoned salmon salad with green apples and avocado. The Risotto all’Aragosta, risotto with pink sauce and lobster, is a treat for the taste buds.

The service in Quirinale is impeccable, starting from waiters who are always helpful and cheerful to chefs who are immaculate and work hard to perfect the dishes.

Famous for its pizzas and pasta, Quirinale has a wide range of pizzas such as the Vegetariana, which is the perfect pizza for veggie lovers as it is topped with homemade tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers and basil.

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LUSINLusin has, since 2011, served culture and history on a spoon. The first and most favored dining address for authentic Armenian cuisine, Lusin is a marvelous feat of oriental culinary excellence.

The journey begins the moment your eyes fall upon the restaurant’s front façade and its interiors. Made entirely from naturally rose tinted Tufo, a type of volcanic stone unique to Armenian architecture, the walls envelope you with a sense of warmth. Brought in directly from its mother country, the stones are given a further touch of history with delicate engravings of Armenian poetry.

For those seeking a truly traditional vegetarian treat, one cannot go wrong with the Armenian Itch— bulgur, cracked wheat salad dressed with tomato sauce and parsley. This is a household staple in Armenia served as an afternoon palate cleanser for children coming home from school and as the family waits for grandma or mother to serve dinner.

We were pleasantly delighted to learn from Chef Kasem that the stone oven installed in the kitchen served an integral purpose their culinary creations. One might notice that the Lusin dishes have a subtle smoky aroma and flavor, which apparently comes from the wood burn within the oven.


Authentically Armenian.

The Lusin Salad

In developing an authentic yet refined collection of Armenian classics, Lusin partnered with renowned Chef Anahid Doniguian. Regionally and internationally recognized as one of the foremost authorities in Middle Eastern cuisine, the New York trained chef penned over 13 award winning cookbooks. Being of Armenian descent herself, Chef Anahid went to revive traditional recipes with a sophisticated Lusin twist.

Armenian cuisine is far more complex than meat skewers and lamb chops. As Lusin reintroduces the culture, they offer what is called the Lusin Salad—an in house creation consisting of eggplant with cheese and pesto sauce.

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Complete your Armenian dining experience with their artisan crafted desserts. Refresh your taste buds with Ice Cream Lusin - rose ice cream wrapped with cotton candy or their homemade Armenian delight with cream.

Overall, Lusin is a town favorite for good reason. In a city where the word “authentic” is thrown around too often in the dining scene, Lusin sets itself apart by matter of show rather than tell.

You will never go wrong with any of the succulent grill offerings at Lusin. The restaurant prides itself in getting only the finest meat and produce in Riyadh. For those who prefer to veer away from meaty options need not fret; the Soborak (made from layers of pastry stuffed with cheese) alone, can make for a fine argument of how well balanced the menu is to accommodate less carnivorous guest. There is also the authentically made Pilaf as well as Mixed Dolma to keep you satisfied.

A must try is the Manti, an oven baked Armenian dish of traditional dough wrapping small balls of meat. The result is a tasty pot that does a graceful dance with the tomato sauce and yogurt. Each bite has a textured crispness brought about by the dough that lingers in your mind long after the dish is gone.

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RUNNING AFTER A GOOD HOT DOG?A run down of Jeddah's best hot dogs.

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Price: SR 41Value for money

8/10Taste 6/10

Overall 7/10

Price: SR 21Value for money

8/10Taste 8.5/10

Overall 8.5/10

Century Hot Dog It’s grilled, crunchy and is served on a freshly baked bun, with toppings like Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and white onion. It is sealed off with the special century sauce. It has just the right amount of toppings. Only fresh, simple, high-quality ingredients are used and the hot dog is simply outstanding.

Jumbo Chili Cheese Hot Dog It's a beef hot dog topped with chili cheese sauce. The bakery hot dog buns are standard, and there is nothing particularly remarkable about them. On the other hand, the toppings are simple and delicious. All in all, I’ve had better.




SHAKE SHACKPrice: SR 25Value for money 8/10Taste 7/10Overall 7.5/10

Shack-Cago Hot Dog Greasy but tasty, this

Chicago style hot dog is one of the best in

my opinion. The many toppings include

relish, onions, pickles, tomatoes and mustard.

It should come as no surprise that Shake

Shack serves great hot dogs, given that they

started off as a humble hot dog cart in the

United States.

HOT WAVESPrice: SR 17Value for money 8.5/10Taste 8/10Overall 8/10

Hot Waves Hot Dog Simple but flavorful, this

hot dog is topped with cheese, mustard and

chopped raw onion; not too many ingredients

but they work together well. The beef hot dog

is thoroughly grilled, making the outer layer crunchy, which makes it even better and the sesame seed covered

buns are soft and spongy. It had a pleasing

homemade taste to it.

The Author: Mohammed Ismail Harasani, Food Critic Email: [email protected]

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MANTU ORIGIN: AfghanistanDIFFERENCES: -Can be served with yogurt. -Stuffed with minced beef.- Spices used.

ORIGIN: Theory: The churro was created by Spanish shepherds to substitute for fresh baked goods.

CHURROSare usually sweet, but in Uruguay for

example, they have savory ones filled

with melted cheese.

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MANTU

VSDIM SUM

TURUMBA (Known as Balah Al Sham)ORIGIN: Ottoman Empire DIFFERENCE: - Turumba is dipped in sugar syrup.

DIM SUM (DUMPLINGS)

literally translates to "touch the heart"

ORIGIN: Although there are many myths regarding the origins of dim sum, the most

popular story is that many centuries ago,

chefs of the Royal Court created dim sums to "touch the heart" of

Chinese emperors.

Which came first?

So who came first - the Spanish or the

Ottomans?


SALEEG DIFFERENCE:

- The rice is cooked with milk.

- Saleeg is only cooked with either chicken or

meat and is served with duggus, a sauce/salad

made of lemon, parsley, tomato, salt and pepper.

DIFFERENCES: - You need Wonton wrappers for dim sum. - Served with soy sauce.- Stuffed with beef/chicken/seafood.

DID YOU KNOW?Never wash the rice when cooking risotto because the starch makes the rice creamy.

RISOTTOORIGIN: Italy

Risotto can be cooked in a variety of flavors including

pesto, zucchini, salmon and chicken.

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RISOTTO

We know for a fact Saleeg came first. If

you can prove us wrong, you get a dish of Saleeg

from us!


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MANA'EESH

CRÊPEORIGIN: France The word crêpe is French for pancake. DIFFERENCE: The traditional French recipe for crêpe does not include yeast.

LAHOOH ORIGIN: Somalia and YemenDIFFERENCE: Lahooh is cooked with yeast.

PIZZA ORIGIN: Italy

The word pizza was first documented in 997 AD

in Gaeta, Italy.Until around 1830,

pizza was sold from open-air stands.

MANA'EESH ORIGIN: Levant DIFFERENCE: Mana'eesh doesn't have a base. The base is the topping. Mostly all pizzas have tomato sauce as the base.

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To the French, it's

fancy. To us, it's our grandma's

simple treat. Hah!

According to Reem (our Lebanese art

director), mana'eesh was created in villages since

the dawn of dough. If you can prove her wrong, we'll publish a photo of her with a

pizza on her head!


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TORTELLINI ORIGIN: Italy

Alternative Name: Belly Button

MYTH OR REALITY?Lucrezia Borgia (daughter of Pope Alexander VI) spent the night at an inn in a small town in Modena. The innkeeper was captivated by her beauty so he peeked through her room keyhole and her navel inspired him to create the tortellini.


So, do we all agree that the

traditional versions win?

Yeah? Ok.


Macadamia GingerLet the exciting combination of spicy ginger and crunchy macadamia nuts transport you to chocolate softens the lively flavors locked within.

Take your taste buds on an expedition to savor, with Godiva’s travel-inspired sablés butter biscuit collection. Born out of Chef Chocolatier, Jean Apostolou’s adventures, the collection boasts four beautiful biscuit flavors, each reminiscent of the provenance that inspired its creation.

Journey to Africa with the Ultimate Chocolate biscuit, Oceana with the Macadamia Ginger, Europe with Almond Speculoos and the United States with the fabulous Pecan Chocolate Chip biscuit.

Delicate in appearance but strong in flavor, the

sablés biscuits strike the perfect balance between wonderfully sophisticated and wickedly indulgent.

Featuring a smothering of premium Belgian chocolate, the irresistible pieces have an indulgent, crunchy texture that will delight with every bite.

GODIVA’S EXQUISITE NEW COLLECTION INCLUDES:

Ultimate Chocolate Decadent and dark, this sophisticated biscuit is a flavorful celebration of the beauty and intensity of Africa.

Pecan Chocolate Chip An ode to Americana, these caramelized pecan nuts and chunky cocoa chips are dipped in smooth Belgian milk chocolate.

Almond Speculoos Crushed almonds add a pleasing crunch to this spiced Speculoos biscuit. Dipped in dark Belgian chocolate, this piece captures the sweet, familiar flavors of Europe.

Godiva sablés are now available in Godiva stores.

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DON’T BE A VICTIMof Food PoisoningHow to avoid food poisoning both at home and when eating out.By Massa Bitar

Symptoms of Food PoisoningSymptoms can start at any point between a few hours to several weeks later.

Most common symptoms are: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, lack of energy, lack of appetite, fever, aching muscles and chills.

Symptoms are stronger in children, elderly, pregnant women and people with immunodeficiency.

A few months ago, more than 2,000 restaurants in Jeddah were shut down due to unsanitary food practices and an ascending number of food-poisoning cases.

In fact, food in most of these restaurants was contaminated with more than 11 types of harmful bacteria.

Bacteria multiply faster in hot and humid weathers, which create the perfect breeding grounds for bacteria to grow in food.

If this food ends up in our systems, food poisoning is an unavoidable consequence.

PreventionFollow these tips when handling food at home:

Keep it away from all sorts of contaminants (raw meats or eggs, dirty surfaces, unwashed hands, dirty equipment, poor

personal hygiene in staff, pests, cleaning cloths and cleaning chemicals).

Wash and disinfect all utensils and surfaces before and after food preparation.

Make sure that the food doesn’t stay at room temperature for more than two hours.

Throw the food if it stays for more than four hours at room temperature.

Wash your hands very well before touching any food product.

When you buy food at the supermarket, take it home as quickly as possible.

Do not leave hot food to cool at room-temperature, wait till no more steam is rising and cool it rapidly by dipping the container in ice water bath.

Do not over pack your refrigerator.

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Raw or undercooked: meat, poultry, eggs, fish or shellfish or any foods containing them.

Raw or unpasteurized milk, cheese, fruit or vegetable juices.

Soft cheeses made with unpasteurized milk such as feta, Brie, Camembert, and Mexican-style.

Avoid water if it’s not straight from a sealed bottle. (Beware of ice cubes- ice machines can be loaded with bacteria).

Check bathrooms. They are a good indicator for the overall cleanliness of a place.

Scan the employees. Clean uniform, hair pulled back, clean fingernails, no uncovered cuts, no sign of sickness- coughing or runny nose, have Baladiah cards.

When in doubt, avoid it. After

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Recommendation

By Mirvat Ammouri

• Eat clean: Healthy fats, well-sourced proteins and complex organic carbs.

• Have a well-rounded weight training/resistance training program targeting all muscles.

• 2-3 times per week of high intensity cardio (30 minutes is enough). Get your heart really pumping and break a real sweat.

Our focus is to turn the light on these hard-held

beliefs on fitness, training, and health and to shed

away the misconceptions that, despite the wealth of knowledge in the wellness industry, still exist today.

Conclusion Having washboard abs that your friends would envy is more than just abs exercises.

Muscles and fat are two different things in your body. One doesn’t turn to the other.

Doing exercises like crunches or resistance training using weights strengthens the

muscles making them look strong and toned. For the muscles to show however, you need

to shed off the layers of fat under the skin that hide them away. And to do that, a

good high intensity cardio regimen must be a part of your overall

workout routine.

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Doing crunches, sit-ups, and planks

will slim my waist and show

my packs.

In addition to a healthy nutritious diet, exercises focusing on fat burning are essential.


It's Not Always About the Money Time is more valuable than materials, so taking time out and donating one hour a month is also considered a great act of giving. Some ideas off the top of my head would be to volunteer at a children's hospital, or go out and visit the poorest parts of your town and help distribute food and clothes with one of the community charities. Or volunteer with the local high schools and teach some skills or career planning trainings to kids who would benefit from such practices.

Pay it Forward is a movement based on repaying good deeds forward to others rather than the original benefactor. By Rakan Tarabzoni

Islam, like many other civilizations, realized this from the very beginning and made sure of its implementation. Hence, giving to charity is one of the main five pillars of the religion, making Zakat obligatory for all Muslims.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

Don’t Just Give Out Your Old Clothes Try setting a fixed number of items you have and always maintain that number. For example, if you

have 15 pairs of shoes, make sure they remain 15, so if you buy a new one, you must give one out to charity. The point is to have a fixed number and not go over it.

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Family Comes FirstYou will be surprised to know that often your relatives, close or distant, qualify for the help. And if that is the case, they come foremost.

Set Aside a Certain Amount for Helping OthersIn Islam, we are asked to give out 2.5 percent as Zakat, so why not make it a habit to give out 2.5 percent of any income you make. Personally, I adapted the idea, and made a monthly habit.

In all cases, the act of giving is an enriching experience all by itself. So make it a habit, add one more reminder into your smartphone to give back to the community. One final note, always remember Prophet Mohammed’s saying: "The wealth of a man never diminishes by giving to the needy."

What to do With the Extra Food? Most of us face the issue of having ordered/cooked too much food that gets beyond the need of the family. I would suggest making it a habit to give away the extra food especially when it is extra food after a party.


Sometimes we face stubborn challenges that hold us back from our dreams. They can come in the form of loss: whether a loss of health, wealth, loved ones, or loved things. These mentally hold us back from fulfilling the vision we have for our life.

How to Deal with

Emotional Challenges and Hardships

WE ARE TOLD IN THE QUR’AN:

“And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient.” [Qur’an: Chapter 2, Verse 155].

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So the question is, how can we overcome the losses, challenges and disappointments while carrying on with our lives and maintaining a strong connection with Allah? First, it helps to remember that loss is a natural part of life, because everything is transient and temporary. Although we can experience great sadness, we can also experience great joy.

ALLAH TELLS US ONCE AGAIN IN SURAT AL NAJM:

“And that to your Lord is the finality. And that

it is He who makes [one] laugh and weep. And that it is He who causes death and gives life.” [Qur’an:

Chapter 53, Verses 42-44]

Our health, wealth, and loved ones are all blessings and gifts that belong to Allah, which He lends us for some time. We know that for the believer, being tested or being blessed is an opportunity for patience and gratitude: “How wonderful is the case of a believer; there is good for him in everything and

this applies only to a believer. If prosperity attends him, he expresses gratitude to Allah and that is good for him; andif adversity befalls him, he endures it patiently and that is better for him.”

We are also told about loss, the greatest loss, being a loss of Allah’s pleasure and happiness both now and in the Hereafter in Surat Al Asr: “By time, indeed, mankind is in loss. Except for those who have believed and done righteous

deeds and advised each other to truth and advised each other to patience.” [Qur’an:

Chapter 103, Verses 1-3]

THE KEYS TO COPE WITH LOSS

1. Belief in Allah 2. Doing Good3. Enjoining each 3. other to truth4. Enjoining each 4. other to patience

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Explore Nature With Raffles Praslin “Ranger for a Day” ‘‘Ranger for a Day’’ and ‘‘Junior Ranger for a Day’’ is a special experience only found at Seychelles with Raffles Praslin. Partnering with Seychelles National Parks Authority, the program provides budding conservationists with ‘behind the scenes’ access to inaccessible areas on Curieuse Island. This is fun activity helps raise awareness and conserve nature.

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Explore the Omani Culture with Al Bustan Palace

The Blue restaurant of Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar presents a more delightful weekend feast, as it revamped its Friday Family Brunch. The dining outlet will provide its guests with a variety of more delicious food choices as well as a cozier ambience and heaps of entertainment for children of allages. The hotel also welcomed its new Scottish executive chef, Alexander Peter Reilly.

guests from the historic souk in Nizwa and the heights of Jebel Al Akhdar, to the newly opened Six Senses Spa at Al Bustan Palace and more.

Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel, invites guests to their “Flavors of Oman” excursion. The journey showcases the various attractions of Oman, taking

Mövenpick Al Khobar Revamps its Friday Family Brunch at The Blue


The Filmfest Hamburg descends into the city from Oct. 1 – 10. Combine this year’s international festival with the perfect Hamburg getaway at Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten. The hotel offers its historic charm along with 15 percent off the best available rate in a luxury suite including breakfast, plus a $28 spa voucher. Rates start from $289 per night.

Filmfest Hamburg Getaway

Running the Marathon The Fairmont Empress on Vancouver Island, Canada, is an official partner with the GoodLife Fitness Marathon on Oct. 11 as the Royal Host Hotel. Participants can take advantage of the hotel’s two-night ‘Marathon’ package. It includes a $20 food and beverage credit per room plus a late checkout. The package is valid for bookings from Oct. 8 – 13.

from SR 435 (Cost of

airfare is excluded)

Starwood Celebrates Opening of Sheraton Bucharest Hotel Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced its market entry in Romania with the opening of the Sheraton® Bucharest Hotel, which is located in one of the

most charming cities in central Europe. In partnership with SC Grand Plaza Hotel SA, the milestone debut builds upon the Sheraton first mover advantage in the region and expands the brand’s European portfolio to more than 60 hotels.

FRANKFURT FUN

Have fun on this tour as you “Hop On Hop Off” tourist busses

to explore the city of Frankfurt and visit the main tourist highlights during one day. Stay for three days and two nights and have some Frankfurt fun. Web: kanootravel.com

New Road Links Saudi and Oman The inauguration of a 680-kilometer long road linking Oman with Saudi Arabia is expected to be a milestone for both countries. The opening of the road, which is supposed to take place in October, will create investment opportunities and boost tourism and business between the two countries.


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Edinburgh, The Festival City and Glasgow, The European City of CultureBy Ahmed Gassas

Scotland is known for its rich culture and history. While Edinburgh is its capital city, Glasgow is its largest city. Edinburgh is known to be the world leading festival city. During the month of August, Edinburgh holds six of the major festivals throughout the year and marks this month as one of the busiest for the capital.

THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOOIn its 66th year, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo was held Aug. 5 – 27 in an open area located right in front of the Edinburgh Castle. The theme this year was ‘East Meets West’. With around

1,200 performers, the bands and groups came from different regions of the world.

The performers came from the UK, India, Nepal, USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Finland, China and Switzerland. The diversity in performances shown at the Tattoo make this festival one of the most enjoyable and truly unforgettable experiences.

Performances have been a sellout for the past 16 consecutive years with this year’s crowd being 8,800 visitors per evening.

The Tattoo lasts around 90 minutes. Since 1952, performers have travelled to Edinburgh from 48 countries to take part in this parade.

Web: edintattoo.co.uk

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commissioned to artist Martin Creed and each 104 steps featured a different colored marble from all around the world. There were also temporary pieces such as Charles Avery’s Island Jadindagadendar tree, which is part of his lifelong project The Islanders that was displayed at the Waverly Train Station.

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EDINBURGH ART FESTIVAL The Edinburgh Art Festival is the youngest one of the Edinburgh summer festivals and the UK’s largest annual festival of visual art. This year marked its 12th year. This years’ commission program was titled The Improbable City and it brought together the work of seven artists, all of which offer an encounter with worlds or spaces at the limits of the probable. Platform: 2015 is the first in an annual exhibition dedicated to showcasing new talent at the heart of the festival. The vast majority of the festival was free to attend.

There have been more than 30 galleries, museums and artist-run spaces set up around the city with over 100 artists. There were some permanent commissions for instance such as the Scotsman Steps that linked the Old and New Towns. The restoration project was

EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL The Edinburgh International Festival was held Aug. 7 – 31 and featured a wide range of entertainment including opera, theater, dance and the best music from around the world. The EIF was first inaugurated in 1947 and is in its 68th successful year.

Mozart’s The Magic Flute was re-imagined and comically animated. It was sung in German with English subtitles. The stage was a white backdrop with a projector to give life of the characters and the scene. One of the highlights of The Magic Flute was the three-story spider.

Web: eif.co.uk

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EDINBURGH FESTIVAL FRINGE The Edinburgh Festival Fringe featured 50,459 performances of 3,314 shows from 49 countries in 313 venues across Edinburgh.

EDINBURGH BOOK FESTIVAL The Edinburgh Book Festival is held for 17 days at Charlotte Square Gardens in central Edinburgh from Aug. 15 – 31. There are over 800 authors in 750 events for adults, teens and children. Old favorites, debut authors and international writers from all across the world are brought in to inspire and entertain.

Web: edbookfest.co.uk

KELVINGROVE ART GALLERY AND MUSEUM The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is among the top three free-to-enter visitor attractions in Scotland and one of the most visited museums in the UK outside London as well as one of Europe’s great art collections. The museum featured pieces of French art, Dutch art, Scottish art and much more.

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Charlotte Square Gardens

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THE GLASGOW SCHOOL OF ART: GLASGOW STYLE CITY WALKING TOUR The Glasgow Style City Walking Tour gives visitors an in-depth overview of the industrial city’s architectural language and the building that shaped Glasgow’s style as early as 1859 with St. Vincent Street Church.

GLASGOW MUSIC CITY TOUR The guided walking tour explores Glasgow’s music scene. Glasgow is officially designated as a UNESCO City of Music and even Time Magazine labeled it as “Europe’s Secret Capital of Music.” Some of the sites visited during this tour include the temporary installment of Barrowland Park with all the performers that performed at Barrowland names labeled across the pathway and the visit of King Tuts, the venue where some of the biggest names (such as Oasis), started their career.

Web: glasgowmusiccitytours.com

The Fringe began in 1947 and is in its 68th year and features different acts such as theater, dance, circus, comedy, music, opera, cabaret, children’s shows, free shows, exhibitions, events and spoken words. According to Kath mainland, Chief Executive of The Fringe, the festival is “the largest, oldest, most well renowned festival in the world.” The festival is something for everyone and has something new for everyone to experience and enjoy.

Many of today’s big names such as Mike Myers, Hugh Laurie, Miranda Hart and Rachel Weisz got their first break at the Fringe. A number of emerging talents such as Ricky Gervais, John Malkovich and Susan Sarandon have also decided to perform at the Fringe.

Web: edfringe.com

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Exploring the heritage of ancient architecture, artisans and awe-inspiring landscape in Asir.By Elizabeth Davis

When the temperatures rise in the city, dwellers in the know flock to Asir Province for its cooler climate and mountain terrain—but a visit to this southern region isn’t just about the good weather.

Located in the Sarawat Mountains, the largest range in the Arabian Peninsula, Asir boasts Saudi Arabia’s highest peak-Mount Souda, as well as a local culture rich in ancient traditions.

Abha, the region’s capital city, sits 7,448 feet above sea level and its year-round mild climate and sunny days are to

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thank for the city’s abundance of open spaces, parks and outdoor cafes. Encased by rugged peaks, most famously Mount Souda, the city’s remote location has tempered rapid modernization, so besides a few shopping malls and a couple of western fast food spots, Abha remains authentic and unspoiled.

Aplomb with pastoral charm, the region’s people and places are welcoming and relaxed which make it a perfect weekend destination.

Where to Stay Abha Palace HotelThe only five-star hotel in region, Abha Palace Hotel exudes old-world elegance and

hospitality. One of seven hotel properties owned and operated by the Syahya National Co. for Tourism, Abha Palace features 122 standard superior rooms and 14 luxury suites. The hotels rich tawny wood and marble interiors evoke classic elegance.

Perfectly perched on the mountainside, the hotel overlooks Lake Saad, and offers both city and garden views from lobby’s terrace, restaurant as well as most rooms. An in-house tour company offers experienced local guides, which makes it easy to explore the area’s highlights. For convenience and luxury, a stay at Abha Palace takes the stress and guesswork out of exploring the area.

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Al Habala and Al Souda Cable Car trips are a much different experience and not for the meek—however, they both deliver the most extraordinary experiences you can have in Asir.

Known as the Hanging Village, Al Habala cable car station is located at the Syahya’s Al Habala resort and transports

Must-See and DosCulture, Cable Cars and MoreSoar over the city center and mountain gorges on one of Syahya’s four cable cars, which transport tourists to various points of interest around Abha. Taking an aerial tour of the city is particularly easy for Abha Palace Hotel’s guests since one of the cable car stations is located adjacent to the hotel, at the New Abha Resort.

For the less adventurous, the gondola leaving from Abha Palace Hotel is the relaxed trip over downtown, stopping mid-way at Abu Khayal and then onto one of Syahya’s other properties, the Green Mountain Restaurant. Abha Palace-Interior


with its austere beauty and quiet expanse.

Dedicate a full day to a trip to Mount Sooda and the cable car ride to Rijal Almaa. The road to the summit winds through some remarkable old villages, where children stop tourists to sell hand-woven head wreaths made of marigolds and sage.

It’s best to start early in the day to enjoy the best weather and leisurely day of local culture. After a stomach-knotting 7-kilometer descent from Al Sooda resort down the vast escarpment, visitors disembark at Rijal Almaa. In 2015 Rijal Almaa, a small

visitors over a deep mountainside ravine, descending 600 meters to the cliff side abodes. Once inhabited by a local tribe, the cluster of clay and wood houses are indicative of the regions traditional architecture. Precariously positioned 400 meters above an imposing craggy crevasse, a walk among the ancient homes while listening to songbirds and the far-off Adan (call to prayer) is magical. Walking trails line the rocky cliffs dotted with relic buildings.

High above the village, lying prostrate along the jagged rock face, a large rope dangles over the precipice. Long before the invention of the cable car, these cliff dwellers transported goods and people up and down the steep ledges.

After wandering about, grab a fresh mango juice at the food kiosk and relax for bit at one of the shaded tables on the lower terrace area. It’s a great spot to see small troops of baboons tussling about under the trees.

Spanning from the border of Jordan down through Yemen, the Sarawat Mountain range captures the imagination

city about 45 kilometers west of Abha, was submitted as a UNESCO World Heritage Cultural site due to its well-preserved clay-constructed palaces and homes.

The primitive adobe-like buildings are made of layers of shale, stone and local clay and dot almost every town and enclave in Asir. Architecture here is incongruous at best, where timeworn mud homes are juxtaposed with modern cement and marble villas.

Flights depart from Riyadh and Jeddah to Abha International

Airport daily, which makes a sojourn to this southern gem

easy and affordable.

HOW TO GET THERE


HISTORIC SAUDI IMRU’ AL QAIS The Poet-Prince

Born in the 6th century A.D. in the Najd region, Imru’ Al Qais is considered by many to be one of the founding fathers of Arabic poetry.

Like many historic figures of ancient Arabia, due to a lack of a formal writing system and a heavy reliance on oral transmission of stories, the details of the life of Imru' Al Qais are hard to determine with certainty. But historians believe based on the content of his poems that he was born into royalty, in the house of the Kindah Kingdom's regent.

He began composing poetry from his childhood days, an activity that was condemned by his father. In his poetry, he used language that was easy to understand. While the content of his poems have been criticized, the prose is widely praised.

He is the author of one of the odes in the Muallaqat, a compilation of Arabic literature attributed to seven famous Arabian poets.

His personal life was just as interesting

as his poems. He was sent in to exile by his father. While in exile he heard of his father's killing by the Asad tribe. He takes it on himself to avenge his father's death, which he managed to do after many years.

Imru’ Al Qais has been a source of literary and national inspiration for Arabic intellectuals all the way to the 20th century.

The inspiring story of Imru’ Al Qais. By Mohammed Mirza


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SUSHI YOSHI Rawdah Star CenterTel: +966-12-2616734

WAKAME Malik Rd.Tel: +966-12-61242034

ZN LOUNGERoshana Mall - Tahlia St.Tel: +966-12-2634889

INDIAN

BHARATSari St.Tel: +966-12-2754606

LASANIMohamadia Dist.Tel: +966-12-6510162

SHEZANSari St.Tel: +966-12-6621086

ZAIKA Tel: +966-12-6111796Rawdah St.FUSION

AJJIThe Bellevue - Al ShateeMob: +966-555356519

OSUMIRoshana Mall, Tahlia St.Tel: 920009522

PAN JAN Rawdah St. Tel: +966-12-6065994

T.Y. LOUNGEAl Malik Rd.Tel: +966-12-6905848

CHINESE

BAYTOTE CHINESERawdah Dist. Tel: 920007741

CHOPSTICKSPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-12-6907575

DURRAT CHINARawdah St.Tel: +966-12-2616885

GOLDEN PALACETahlia St.Tel: +966-12-6690377

GULF ROYAL Rawdah St.Tel: +966-12-6653335

HAINANAl Shallal Theme ParkTel: +966-12-6902200

NOODLESRosewood JeddahTel: +966-12-2607111

P.F. CHANGSTahlia St.Tel: +966-12-2617021

TOKI Laylati - Al Malik Rd.Tel: +966-12-6060606

YUMMY YUMMYAl Zahrah Dist. Tel: +966-12-6994998

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COMPOUNDS

AL ANDALUS LUXURY Tahliah St. Tel: +966-12-6695154

AL BASATEEN VILLAGEPrince Sultan St.Tel: +966-12-6944015

AL HAJRAYN VILLAGECorniche Rd.Tel: +966-12-6943464

AL SALAM COMPOUNDPalestine St.Tel: +966-12-6717121

ARABIAN HOMES Al Bawadi Dist.Tel: +966-12-6822201www.arabian-homes.com

AROMARY VILLAGEHera’a St.Tel: +966-12-6940086

BELLEVIEW EXECUTIVENear Jeddah PreparatoryTel: +966-12-6547666

CAR SERVICES

AVISTel: +966-12-6677379

BUDGETTel: +966-12-6927070

CAREEMwww.careem.com

DALEELTel: +966-12-6719219

DISCOVERYTel: +966-12-6714475

EASY TAXIwww.easytaxi.com

FERNASTel: +966-12-6718712

HERTZTel: +966-12-6040339

KEY RENT A CARTel: +966-12-6856251

MEEZA PRIVATE CAR SERVICEMob: +966-540544486Tel: +966-12-6968666

UBERApplication: Uber.com/[email protected]

V. COOLTel: +966-12-6396969

BELLEVIEW 12 COMPOUNDRawda St.Tel: +966-12-6642636

DIVONA COMPOUNDAl Shatie Compound Tel: +966-12-6124484

ELITE 12 COMPOUNDNear Jeddah Int’l Souk Tel: +966-12-6681111

ELITE COMPOUNDNear Jeddah Int’l Souk Tel: +966-12-6610930

HIBA COMPOUNDAl-Hamraa Tel: +966-12-6650819

KINDI HOUSING Al Rabwah, North JeddahTel: +966-12-6910884

LOTUS COMPOUNDLotus 4: Al Naeem Dist. Tel: +966-12-6548808

M&M COMPOUNDNorth ObhorTel: +966-12-6562544

M.M AL-RUMAIH COMPOUNDAl Shatee, Corniche Rd.Tel: +966-12-6991231

MURA BUSTAN Tel: +966-12-6910041

NUEVA ANDALUCIAAl-Rawdah, Sari St.Tel: +966-12-6823434

RAYTHEON COMPOUNDOpp. Saudi German HospitalTel: +966-12-6915380www.raytheon.com

SHAKER VILLAGECOMPOUNDAl Hahdah, Prince Sultan St.Tel: +966-12-6991840

KINDERGARTENS

ABC SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6988827

AMBASSADORS Tel: 8001249000

APPLE TREE MONTESSORITel: +966-12-6824350

BUILDING BLOCKS Tel: +966-12-6611004

CREATIVE CHILDHOOD SUMMER SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6077224

FUTURE INSTITUTETel: +966-12-6600660www.future-center.com

GLOBAL INT’LTel: +966-12-6523444( KG )Tel: +966-12-6144101

JEDDAH CAMPUS SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6061101www.jcs.edu.sa

JEDDAH INT’L SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6061253www.jischool.org

JEDDAH KNOWLEDGE Tel: +966-12-6620174www.jks.edu.sa

JEDDAH PREPARATORY & GRAMMAR SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6542354www.jpgs.org

JEDDAH PRIVATE INTL. SCHOOL (JPIS) / MANAGED BY SABIS®Tel: +966-12-6064309www.jpis-sabis.net

LITTLE CATERPILLARS CLUBAl Rawdah Dist.Tel: +966-12-6615524Mob: +966-540997755

MAJESTIC SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6929895Mob: +966-555622234

MANARAT JEDDAH Tel: +966-12-6783215

MMS EDUCATIONTel: +966-12-6500070www.mms1.org

MY LITTLE HOUSE Tel: +966-12-6652490www.mylittlehouse-sa.com

SAE INSTITUTETel: 920020723www.saejeddah.com

THAMER INT’L SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6977033www.tis-edu.com

THE AMERICAN INT’LTel: +966-12-6620051www.aisj.edu.sa

THE BRITISH INT’LTel: +966-12-6990019www.continentalschool.com

WALL STREET Tel: +966 -12- 2566316Tel: +966 -12- 6523200 www.wsi-ksa.com

SCHOOLS & INSTITUTES

ADVANCED GENERATIONS SCHOOL Tel: +966-12-6165596www.ags.edu.sa

CAMBRIDGE ENGLISHTel: 920001799 Ext:402

CORAL INTERNATIONAL Tel: +966-12-6832002www.coralschool.net

DAR AL FIKR SCHOOL(Boys) Tel: +966-12-6311118 (Girls) Tel: +966-12-6311117

DAR AL HANAN Tel: 920029669

DAR JANA INT’LTel: +966-12-6648310

EDUCON STUDY ABROADTel: 920001338

FRENCH LEARNING CENTERJamjoom Mall2nd floor, entry 5-6Tel: +966-12-6612280/84 Mob: +966-52105250

ENCHANTED GARDENMob: +966-546916812

FASTRACKIDS KINDERGARTEN Tahlia St. Tel: +966-12-6616539Facebook: Ftkksa

FRIENDS ZONE Mob: +966-558887240

JACK N JILLMob: +966-507369963

JEDDAH PRE-SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6542354

KIDS CAMPUS Mob: +966-596080131

MAMA ET MOIMob: +966-550569333

MY LITTLE KINGDOM SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6393951

MY LITTLE STEPTel: +966-12-6831299

SUNFLOWER KIDS DAY CARETel: +966-12-6654398Mob: +966-551321644

SUNSHINE SCHOOLTel: +966-12-6060958



HOSPITALS

AL MASHFA HOSPITAL Tel: +966-12-2292222

DR. ERFAN & BAGEDO Tel: +966-12-6038888

DR. GHASSAN PHARAONTel: +966-12-6823200 DR. SOLIMAN FAKEEH Tel: +966-12-6655000

INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Tel: +966-12-6509000

JEDDAH INSTITUTE FORSPEECH & HEARINGTel: +966-12-6675311

KING FAISAL SPECIALIST Tel: +966-12-6677777

MAGRABI EYE & EAR HOSPITAL Tel: +966-12-6365000

SALAM MEDICAL SERVICES CO.- HOME HEALTH CARE Tel: 920001153

SAUDI GERMANTel: +966-12-6829000

PEST CONTROL

SWEEP Tel: +966-12-6223772 Mob: +966-565649998 www.sweeppestcontrol.com

JAMALOUKITel: +966-12-6651888

JEAN LOUIS DAVIDTel: +966-12-6068678/9

LAMASAT Tel: +966-12-6834002

LUCIE SAINT CLAIR Tel: +966-12-2832020

LUCINE SPA & SALONTel: +966-12-6636777

MAISON DE JOELLE Tahlia StMob: +966-566882700 Tel: +966-12-6643979 www.maisondejoelle.com

MANA CENTER Tel: +966-12-6066628

MERMAID Tel: +966-12-6616644

NAIL ART Tel: +966-12-6675511

NAIL CARE Mob: +966-544426264

NAWARA SALON Tel: +966-12-6610606

ORIANA Tel: +966-12-6220773Tel: 920002132

PLANET BEACH Tel: 8001247776

RIMA CENTERTel: +966-12-6915423

SPA LOUNGETel: +966-12-2630904

TONI & GUY Tel: +966-12-2616230

VIVA LA VIETel: +966-12-6929163

SPA & BEAUTY CENTER

7L HOUSE Tel: +966-12-6532812

AL MEGAYENA Tel: +966-12-6655763

ALEXANDRE ZOUARITel: +966-12-6656161

BOUTHAINATel: +966-12-6631809

CARMEN CENTERTel: +966-12-6648122

CHAMELLE PLAZATel: +966-12-6656807

CLAUDE MAXIME MONDIALTel: +966-12-6637450

DR. EDREES FOOT SPAMob: +966-500506507

E SPATel: +966-12-2632093

HENNA BEAUTY LOUNGE Tel: +966-12-6587091 Mob: +966-550352226

CLINICS

A.C.T CENTERTel: +966-12-2615951

AL HAMRA CLINICS Tel: +966-12-6655588

ALAA BAHRI FOR ARTIFICIAL EYESTel: +966-12-6927792

ANDALUSIA DENTAL Tel: +966-12-2611111

BEAUTY CLINICTel: 920020129

DALIA CLINICTel: +966-1-2613929

DR. EDREES PODIATRIC Mob: +966-500506507

DR. MUNIR HARASANI CLINICSTel: 9200-12355www.harasaniclinics.com

DR. EFFAT DAGHOSTANI Tel: +966-12-6601729

DR. NASHWA RADWAN Tel: +966-12-6633737 Mob:+966-560000702

LA PERLE DENTAL SPATel: 920011663

FIRST CLINICTel: 920029090

FIRST SCANMob: +966503677081

IC CENTERMob:+966-552200922

IDEAL CLINICS Tel: +966-12-6635444

INTERNATIONAL PHYSIOTHERAPY CENTER Mob: +966-506673533Mob: +966-506634004

MAGRABI EYE & EAR Tel: +966-12-6655200

OBAJI CLINICSTel: +966-12-6614000

ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALTY CLINICSTel: 920001210

SAUDI AMERICAN Tel: +966-12-6605050

GYM & HEALTH CENTERS

ARENA MMA & CROSSFITTel: 9200 27362

B WELL GYMTel: +966-12-6066477

BODY ZONE FITNESS Tel: +966-12-6611000

CHAMELLE PLAZA GYM Tel: +966-12-6634355

CONCEPT 1010Tel: +966-12-6165664

CURVES GYMTel: +966-12-6638806

FITNESS FIRST Tel: +966-12-6900881

FITNESS TIME Tel: 920003131

GOLD’S GYM Tel: 8001247778

HILTONIA GYMTel: +966-12-6590000

OLYMPIA CENTERDR. SOLIMAN FAKEEH Tel: +966-12-6655000

POWER IN GYM Tel: +966-12-6061516

SPORT TECHTel: +966-12-6071129

STAR POWER CLUB Tel: +966-12-6776177

THE LIFT Tel: 8001247775

WORLD GYMTel: +920001566

Z-CLUBTel: +966-12-6690204

Kids:

ARENA HEROES MMA & FITNESSTel: 9200 27362

FRIENDS ZONETel: +966-12-6224345Mob: +966-533657700

JUNIOR GYMTel: +966-12-6911347Mob: +966-560666108

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FURNITURE

AL GHALIA INTERIORSTel: 8111002102 [email protected]

AL ALAMEYATel: +966-12-6915188

AL SABBANTel: +966-12-6919900

AMERICAN GALLERYTel: +966-12-6676031

BATAL DESIGNTel: 920000374

BIN SHAYHOONTel: +966-12-6471468

BO CONCEPTTel: +966-12-6141418

DIMOSTel: +966-12-2830302

DOMVSTel: +966-12-6611447

ESTIKBALTel: +966-12-6603611

GOLDENLINES LIFTS Tel: 920017779

H.Q INTERIORS Tel: +966-12-6395665 www.hq-interiors.com

IKEATel: +966-12-6633000

PHOTOGRAPHER

UNIQUE SHOTSTel: +966-12-6067071Tel: +966-12-6067772

CUSTOM THOBES

LOMAR Tel: 920000554

MIHYAR Tel: +966-12-2615196

SAB THOBETel: +966-12-6100009

SINDITel: +966-12-6678587

TOBYMob: +966-504696639

FASHION DESIGNERS AFAF BAFLAHMob: +966-505325251

ALAA & HALATel: +966-12-6130007

AMAL ENGAWI Mob: +966-503613314

ARWA MAGHRABI Mob: +966-500062525

BASMA ABULJADAYELMob: +966-506634000

CAROL KEYROUZMob: +966-562633332

DIALA KABBARAMob: +966-508704799

EMAN JOHARJYMob: +966-535687773

FATIMA ABEDMob: +966-554369993

GARDENIA HAFEZMob: +966-567444274

HALA CHANDAB - ID ABAYAMob: +966-564389049

HANAA SAMMANMob: +966-505350958

HAYA ALHUSSAINIMob: +966-504659093

HEBA AL QURASHIMob: +966-541713781

MAHA GHALAYENIMob: +966-506661634

MANAR AL RAWIMob: +966-569169923

MERIAM ARABMob: +966-503333128

MONA ABULFARAJMob: +966-505652018

NADA AYOUBMob: +966-505582627

NIYAAHMob: +966-500545455

RANIA KHOGEERMob: +966-555532571

RANA ISMAIL-LIBRA BOUTIQUETel: +966-12-6116335 Mob: +966-540884744

RAWAN AZHARMob: +966-567800139

REDA OMDAHMob: +966-568056056

ROTANA ALHASHIMIMob: +966-554598449

SAHAR SERAFIMob: +966-505622515

SALMA RUDWANMob: +966-504627012

SAMAH KHASHOGGIMob: +966-505311588

SHAZA KHAYALIMob: +966-500909321

SUE ABAYAMob: +966-541151595

THANAA ADDASMob: +966-504664288

TURKI JADALLAHMob: +966-506677800

WED BOGARYMob: +966-504634001

WID ZAHIDMob: +966-503349519

YASMINA NAJI-SHOES DESIGNERMob: +966-540004777

FLORISTS

AZHAR RIMA Tel: +966-12-2564001

ESHRAK Tel: +966-12-6643035

FLORINA Tel: +966-12-6670719

GARDENIA AL HAMRA Tel: +966-12-6609220

GARDENIA SULTAN STREET Tel: +966-12-6067646

GARDENIA IMC HOSPITAL Tel: +966-12-6509000

JANNATI

N CUBESMob: +966-551406813

NADOTel: +966-12-6915335

NARGIS FLOWERS EST.Tel: +966-12-6673008

PETALSTel: +966-12-6642519

RABYA Tel: +966-12-6602856

SENDIAN FLOWERSTel: +966-12-6835679

SPRING FLOWERTel: +966-12-6519684

SULTAN GARDEN CENTERTel: +966-12-6686666

BOUTIQUES

7 CAMICIETel: +966-12-2343546

AMK BOUTIQUEMob: +966-530262831

ARWA BOUTIQUEMob: +966-505602685

BABY FITYANITel: +966-12-6673971

DADUTel: +966-12-6633699

DIVINE DARLINGSMob: +966-554634444

DUNIA BOUTIQUETel: +966-12-6830133

G-STAR RAWTel: 800 0200454

JASMINE BOXTel: +966-12-6685533

LIFE Tel: +966-12-2844266

MAYASSTel: +966-12-6649188

MAYSAMob: +966-504630920

MY LITTLE CLOSETMob: +966-562900025

NAWAL AL-MAIMANITel: +966-12-6606502

NOUKIESTel: +966-12-2754210

ONDASTel: +966-12-2754217

PARIS & OLIVERTel: +966-12-2754213

PIMPURSHIRT Tel: +966-12-6981962

PINK OR BLUETel: +966-12-6634452

SOTRATel: +966-12-6915082

THE WEDDING SHOPMob: +966-504630920

THE SHOP Mob: +966-556650009

THE STORETel: +966-12-6106013

ZAD SHOPTel: +966-12-2155513Mob: +966-531116885



TRAVEL AGENCIES

ACE TRAVELTel: +966-12-6056002www.ace-travel.com

AL TAYYAR GROUP Hotline: 920012333www.altayyargroup.com

AL ZOUMAN TRAVEL & TOURISMTel: +966-12-6512525www.alzouman.com.sa

HOTELS

AB FOR ELAF HOTEL CO (5-star)Tel: +966-12-2150525

AL BADER HOTEL (5-star)Tel: +966-12-6310000

AL BILAD HOTEL (4-star) Tel: +966-12-694 4777

AL HAMRA SOFITEL HOTEL (5-star)Tel: +966-12-6602000

BAY LA SUNwww.baylasunhotel.com

CAIRO HOTEL (3-star)Tel: +966-12-6483870

CROM AIRPORT HOTEL (5-star)Tel: +966-12-6852222

CROWNE PLAZA (5-star)Tel: +966-12-6611000

HOLIDAY INN (5-star)Tel: +966-12-6314000

INTERCONTINENTAL (5-star) Tel: +966-12-2295555

JEDDAH HILTON (5-star) Tel: +966-12- 6590000

JEDDAH MARRIOTT HOTEL (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6714000

LE MERIDIEN (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6633333

MOVENPICK (4-star) Tel: +966-12-6676655

PARK HYATT JEDDAH (5-star)Tel: +966-12-2639666

QASR AL SHARQ (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6599999

RADISSON SAS (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6521234

RAMADA (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6670777

ROSEWOOD JEDDAH (5-star)Tel: +966-12-2607111

SAND DUNES HOTEL WESTIN (5-star) Tel: +966-12-6588200

TOUR OPERATORS

AL AHLAM MARINE TOURISM GROUP (DREAM DIVERS) Tel: +966-12-6691334www.dreamdiver.net

AL SAMAKLKY FOUNDATIONTel: +966-12-6640662www.samallaghi.com

AL SHITAIWI TRAVEL & TOURISMTel: +966-12-6794022www.alshitaiwitours.com

ARABIAN CAMPMob: +966-505664137www.arabiancamp.com

EXPLORER TOURS Tel: +966-12-6040985www.jawlahtours.com

HAJEEJ FOR DOMESTIC TOURISIM Tel: +966-12-6675669www.explorer.com.sa

JAWLAH TOURSTel: 920014044www.hajeej.biz

PLATIN LUXURY TRAVEL SERVICESTel: +966-12-6575266www.platin.com.sa

NOMADE ARABIATel: +966-12-6550072www.nomadarabia.sa

SADD AL SAMALLAGHI EST. FOR SERVICES & DOMESTIC TOURSTel: +966-12-6685054www.samallaghi.com

THE CULTURE [email protected] www.theculturetrip.com

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ALIREZA TRAVEL & TOURSTel: + 966-12-6481360www.Alirezatravel.com

ATTAR TRAVEL & TOURISMTel: +966-12-6611222www.attar-travel.com

DNATA TRAVELHotline: [email protected]

ELAF TRAVEL & TOURISMTel: +966-12-6646559www.elaf group.com

FERNAS TRAVEL Tel: +966-12-6677472www.fernastravel.com

VINTERCONTINENTAL Tel: +966 -12- 6677988www.itc-Icc.com

ITL WORLD Tel: +966 -12- 6147222Tel: 8001180222

MIRAG TRAVELTel: +966-12-6634488

NILE TRAVEL AGENCYTel: +966-12-6645999

NESMA TRAVELTel: +966-12-2833102

PORTFOLIO TRAVEL LTD.Tel: +966-12-6604500

ZAHID GROUP Tel: +966-12-6525670



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