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FINE FOODIES
GRINNING
HAUTE SHADES
WHAT’S TRENDING?
POSH FAIRY
Local brother and sister entrepreneurs Rawan and Abdullah AlMousherji are bringing a historic brand to Kuwait via their new partnership with The East India Company. We check in with them about their love for food and the new store.
The small operation that prides itself on making jewelry that serves as a powerful statement for the fearless woman is back with a new collection. We sit down for an interview with Anne Gedeon of GRIN to hear what’s new.
There is a new sunglass sheriff in town coming to you with panache and affordable prices. The result is Brazilian Kiosk shopping at its finest. The folks at Chilli Beans are bringing attitude and spice back to your eyewear.
Too many social media accounts and not enough time? Check out our brand new page to show you what’s on, online: we’re liking, tweeting, pinning and sharing, so don’t waste an instant and start sharing with us, you might get a mention next month!
In this month’s up close and personal we interview Joumana Soufi, and learn how a daydream of an idea turned into fashion gold. As the company looks to expand in the coming months we learn of the many things that drive the person behind the brand.
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CYCLING GEAR
TOUR D’ITALIA
In a perfect example of companies synergizing efforts for a better user experience, the folks at H&M have teamed up with Brick Lane Bikes to bring you crossover cycling gear that is as fashionable as it is functional.
With the opening of the Olive Garden at The Grand Avenue-The Avenues, we welcome authentic Italian indulgence and impeccable hospitality. We sit down for a tour of the wonderful Italy, one plate at a time.
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STREET CLASSICS
INDIA ART FAIR
TRAVEL EAT REPEAT
The VIVA 512 Knockout Tournament looks to put competition gaming on the local map. With their first, one-of-a-kind, event coming up at the end of March, it may be time to start upping your game skills for a chance at a cash prize.
Where do you go when you want a good menu of street classics served in their simplest delicious form? The arrival of the Junkyard restaurant shows how the basics can shine when you keep it simple, yet packed with flavor.
A recent trip to the India Art Fair suggests that it may be time for a closer look at the artists coming out of this South Asian nation. In its most successful event to date, we get highlights of the three-day event by art guru Deepa Pant.
A new take on travel dining that sends you outside the norm of the everyday. Join us in a culinary adventure in Jordan that has you fully engaged with mind, body, and soul. The result is both a meal and a trip that are bettered in the process.
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One local entrepreneur looks to ratify the game of home repair with services more often seen abroad. With ambition in mind and a mission station to operate from, this company aims to bring you a difference in service that is quantifiable.