Man Cave Must Haves THE ENGINES BEHIND
7 CAR LOUNGE Talal and Adel Al Onzi
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How Much Protein is Enough? Under the Italian Sun with Maserati and Zegna ISSUE 29 JULY 2015
FROM THE EDITOR
YOU’RE IN FOR A RIDE! July is rolling in nicely, we’re halfway through the Holy Month and the festive lights are starting to line the streets signaling the coming of Eid Al Fitr. For this issue of Destination Riyadh, we decided to put together a special edition that celebrates and gives insight into the men of the city. A decision that made most of the gents in our office jump out of their seats and left the rest of us intrigued. As we were brainstorming, we found ourselves asking, “What do men want?” Someone yelled “cars!” from the back of the room followed by a dozen yes’s. Sure enough, a good portion of these pages have been crafted to make the eyes of petrol heads twinkle. For your reading pleasure, we tracked down Talal Al Onzi, the gentleman and automotive aficionado behind the first exotic car dealership in Saudi Arabia. We’ve also invited the Mustang Club for a sit down to get your engines all revved up. Beyond testosterone driven clichés, being a man is circumstantial but being a gentleman in this day and age, now that’s something. And so our quest took an interesting turn, we burned the midnight oil to put together a primer on how to be a “Riyadhi Gentleman.” From matters of manly manners, building your dapper closet and man caves to finding the best football café hideaways; this issue has got the men covered. Oh but we’re far from over. July is still filled to the brim with relevant articles for everyone. Consider your inner carnivore indulged with a meaty take on steak and grills. We’ve got beauty and style low downs for our Riyadhi women too. Destination Riyadh is a magazine that is made for you by you. We are able to churn one issue after another because of the wonderful Riyadhis setting up shop in the city, driving change in the community and simply making Riyadh a pretty awesome place to live. Eid Mubarak and may your days be filled with joy, blessedness and laughter!
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It's all about the men!
Meet Momad, this month’s emerging artist!
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Business • What You Need to Know About Zakat • The Engine Behind 7 Car Lounge • Mishal Al Yami and the Mustang Club KSA
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Healthy Living • How Much Protein is Enough? • Apple Cider Vinegar • Chinese Cupping Therapy
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Spirituality • Wedad Charity Speaks Out • The Inspiring Speaker, Ahmed Emara • Optimism
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Travel Trends • Travel News: - Park Hyatt Jeddah Special Offer - UAE Nationals Exempted from Schengen Visa • A Trip to Italy with Maserati
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Arts & Entertainment • Saudi Art in Amsterdam • Artist's Corner: Momad • Islamic Books
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Explore KSA • Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque • Historic Saudi: Petroglyphs at Shuwaymis
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Saudi Students Win Big in 2015 Intel ISEF Competition The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, in which as many as 1,700 students from 75 countries participated, saw six amazingly bright students from Saudi Arabia win eight medals this year. The highest accolade was Abduljabbar Alhamood’s Dudley R. Herschbach SIYSS Award, which he received for his study on temporarily genetically modifying a variety of important crops. He also won Intel ISEF Best of Category Award of $5,000 for Plant Sciences and placed first in that category. Abdulaziz Yahya Alshahrani of Alareen
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School in Abha won fourth place in Biomedical and Health Sciences, Refal and Renad Mowaffaq Bougis of the 30th Secondary School in Makkah won fourth in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Noorah Ziad Alfaddagh from Al Faisaliah Islamic Schools in Khobar won fourth in Environmental Engineering, and Lulwah Ziyad Alshiha from Najd National Schools in Riyadh won fourth in Plant Sciences. We have never been more proud, and we hope to see these students become role models for the other enterprising students of the region. Congratulations!
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Swindler Tricks Twitter Users for Sympathy, Money A twitter user by the name of Sara Ibrahim managed to convince thousands of Saudi twitter users that she was a child with cancer before being uncovered. The unknown person behind the fake social media accounts had been using the images of an actual cancer survivor named Esme to solicit sympathy and donations from people. Reports indicate that the imposter had redirected inquirers that wished to help her to a bank account that belonged to a woman named Ilham Mahfooth who was allegedly a Syrian refugee in need of help. Lawyers said the deception may carry a 3 year jail sentence and a SR 2 million fine.
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Team Galag Concludes Gumball 3000
Uber
Uber started a campaign, UberGive, on June 15, where drivers picked up nonperishable food donations from homes and delivered them to Albir Society so they can be assorted to help feed communities in Ramadan.
BEHIND THE SCENES
The representative Saudi team in Gumball 3000’s annual run, Team Galag, won the Spirit of Gumball3000 this year for awesome overall everything, by which we mean we loved their steampunk inspired baseball hats, their brilliant car and their name. The team drove in a Mercedes SLR with Saudi plates and what seemed to look like a slick black matte paint job and revving that really was, well, galag. We have received reports with information noting that their Snapchat had been a highlight, but this writer missed it. Till next year, Gumball 3000! And Team 37‌ Put your hats up for sale already, will you?
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EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS
EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
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1. Summer Bash at Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski
2. Harvey Nichol’s Caravan
The summer lounge pool bash at the Kempinski Resense Spa gave women of Riyadh the chance to chill and get all glammed up. The guests were treated to a fresh juice bar, lovely canapés and went home with exclusive gifts from GlamGlowm, Foreo, Whites Pharmacy and more. 3.
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The launch event took place May 22 and the opining this time was with the Emirati editor Nadya Hasan. The caravan put together top Saudi and GCC designers to showcase their latest seasonal collections of abayas and jalabiyas just in time for Ramadan.
3. Sara World Exhibition Returns for its 5th Edition
A women’s bazar held in Nayara began June 11. The well-known Kuwaiti actress, Amal Awadi, attended this year’s edition.
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4. Ramadan Looks Revealed at Sephora
Women were given a special beauty treat with a session on how to prepare their Ramadan look with makeup artist and trainer Sumiyah Alshihri at Sephora. The event was held at the new branch in Olaya Towers June 14. 8
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5. Themar 2015
6. Jergens Unveils Oud Lotion in 4Spa
Themar usually brings together the best of what the GCC has to offer in terms of seasonal wear. This year was no exception. The general theme was inspired by Turkey, as was evident in the abundance of masabeeh (lanterns) hanging from the ceilings and the guest tent on display in the middle. A large number of top-notch designers from different parts of the Middle East were represented this year. From Saudi Arabia, there were Alshaikha, AlJwhara Fashion, Bazah, Dalila, Waela, Rawiah Bagabas, Shall Boutique, Sara Couture, Famed, Fatima Alsubaie, H&A Designer, Hala Alshoal, Juju, Le Voile, Madi, Marwa RMR, Mayyal, Pashmina, Memash, Miskeyana, MLML, and Nashel Designs. Anfal Designs, Qumar 14, Dar May, Nashel, Qamar, and Unica represented Kuwait, while Stola Fashion, Raw by Ayten, and HF Boutique were a great display of Emirati talent. 7. There was also Nazeeka, from Egypt, and Ömür Karamollaoglu from Turkey. With a wide range of kaftans, turbans, jewelry, home décor, gift items, handicrafts, artworks and food available, Themar was, as usual, quite the shopping experience. The exhibition will run from May 21 till the end of July.
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Jergens showcased their new Restage and Oud range in a launch event at the renowned 4Spa. Bloggers and fashion icons were pampered with free manicures, catering from Mini Treats and Outdoor Gathering floral arrangements.
7. Bake n’ Blush Held for the First Time
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The Bake n’ Blush by Pink Tarha was held at Star Compound May 30. The event was a combination of a bazaar and workshops. Nadiya of BakeFresh, gave an intro session to cake decorating while makeup artist, Angel of G.A.P. ran a fun Makeup 101 for the guests.
8. Raymond Chouty at the Naila Art Gallery
All the way from Uruguay, the painter Marcelo de Leon opened his exhibition at the Naila Art Gallery June 6. The Ambassador of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay showed a selection of the artist’s beautiful pieces.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
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SAHAB EXHIBITION The exhibition aims to introduce, support and showcase crafts and fashion heritage.
ANA TAYYEB An event aimed for 3-10 year olds to guide them through fun activities towards a positive learning experience of selfgrowth and Islamic attributes.
Location: Al Khozama Hall Mob: +966-554264515 Email: binsaif64@gmail.com
Location: Kore Studios Field Mob: +966-541994177 Email: products@fonjanstudio.com
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RIYADH FESTIVAL FOR SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENT A festival all about the shopping and entertainment of Riyadh Tel: +966-11-4040044
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MEETING OF CHANGE Women-only event. Arabic workshop discussing change in individuals lives. Location: Dour for Business Ladies Tel: +966-11-2807888 Email: dbc.com.sa
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JUNE 9 – JULY 4
CRATE RAMADAN Three designers presenting their pieces for Ramadan season. Location: Alaan Artspace Mob: +966-549998761 Email: contact@alaanart.com Web: alaanart.com
Let us enjoy a time of giving and receiving. Let us bring family and friends together. Let us offer you an authentic Ramadan experience. Let us turn this Ramadan into a lasting memor y.
PALATIAL RAMADAN NIGHTS Every evening we set out glorious Iftar and Sahour buffets in The Ritz-Carlton Ballrooms and at Al Orjouan restaurant, and, while you relax with family and friends, we’ll keep the little ones entertained for you. For reservations please call 96611 8028333 email iftar@ritzcarlton.com or visit ritzcarlton.com/riyadh
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FRIENDS OF KIDS An Arabic educational and interactive program for 6-7 year olds to strengthen their Arabic language. Every Monday and Tuesday. Time: Normal Days 4-5 p.m., Ramadan 9 - 10 p.m. Fee: SR 1,000 kanyama
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WITH WILL… I WILL Four-hour course that will help you understand your values, empower your inner strong points and determine your life purpose. Location: Dour Center Fee: SR 550 Mob: +966-552100747 Email: co1activecoach@willcoaching.com Web: willcoaching.com
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HARVEY NICHOLS RAMADAN CARAVAN A fashion pop-up market showcasing local and regional designers. Location: Harvey Nichols, Al Faisaliah harveynicholsriyadh
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NEUROPHYSIOLOGY AND EPILEPSY WORKSHOP Directed by Dr. Amal Mokeem; two-day workshop and lecture.
NEUROPHYSIOLOGY AND EPILEPSY WORKSHOP Exhibition for fashion, graphics and interior sections of Prince Nourah bint Abdulrahman University
Location: King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center E-mail: mezalmuallem@kfshrc.edu.sa
Location: Prince Nourah bint Abdulrahman University E-mail: gpad4@outlook.com
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DINOSAURS EVENT Dinosaurs arrived at Al Othaim Mall Rabwah. Location: Al Othaim Mall Rabwah Tel: 920008331 Web: othaimmalls.com
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Clean Your Finances With
ZAKAT
All you need to know about zakat. By Sahrish Ali
The teachings of the Holy Qur’an and hadith classify the people on whom Zakat should be spent, into eight groups: "The alms are only for the Fuqara' (the poor), and Al Masakin (the needy) and those employed to collect (the funds); and to attract the hearts of those who have been inclined (towards Islam); and to free the captives; and for those in debt; and for Allah's Cause, and for the wayfarer (a traveler who is cut off from everything); a duty imposed by Allah. And Allah is All-Knower, All-Wise." [Al Quran 9:60]
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In terms of meaning, the word Zakat is taken as “purification” and “growth.” In the light of Islamic teachings it is defined as an act, made obligatory upon every eligible Muslim, in which he or she has to give a calculated amount of his/her wealth to less fortunate people. who have been described by the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and hadith.
If a person’s wealth exceeds the nisaab, then they must pay zakat on their total wealth. Nisaab is equivalent to the monetary value of 85 grams of gold or 595 grams of silver. Since the nisaab value constantly changes, it should be checked and calculated before paying zakat.
THERE ARE TWO KINDS OF ZAKAT
Zakat on wealth, which differs from Zakat Al Fitr. Whoever pays zakat on wealth is not relieved of paying Zakat Al Fitr and vice versa.
ZAKAT ON BUSINESSES
Steps you should follow while paying zakat for your business: 1. Take your current savings, all cash in hand, any tradable business inventory you own, and the value of any active investments and marketable securities you have and add them together. 2. Deduce any immediate liabilities such as your bills, payroll, insurance payments, etc. 3. Subtract your immediate liabilities from your current assets. 4. The following equation may be useful to conveniently get the percentage of zakat: The amount of zakat = the value of goods in hand + cash assets + recoverable debts - debts x 2.5 percent.
GRANTS
If the money you have is in the form of a grant from the government, the easiest way for you, with regards to paying zakat, is to wait until one hijri year has passed, then check your bank and pay 2.5 percent (25 out of every thousand) from whatever you have. In case you are living hand to mouth, as it were (i.e., spending it all straightaway), and you do not have enough left to reach the level of the nisaab, and a year has passed, then you are not obliged to pay zakat.
KEEP IN MIND • Zakat cannot be paid for building, repairing or renovation of mosques. • The money from zakat cannot be used to pay the outstanding debts of a person who died. If paid, such action will be considered invalid. Whoever dies and owes zakat, his heirs must pay it from his wealth, and that takes precedence over the will and inheritance. • No zakat is due on houses, cars or buildings that a person owns, unless one intends to trade in them. • By reducing wealth confinement the Zakat system makes sure the circulation of wealth in society is fair.
The Department of Zakat and Income Tax (DZIT) is a government agency that reports to Ministry of Finance. It was established as per Ministerial Resolution no. 394, dated 1370/8/7 H. (1951/06/14).
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A certified petrol head turns his love for exotic cars into a thriving business, 7 Car Lounge.
By Jou Pabalate
By the window, you’ll see one out of the 499 Ferrari La Ferraris ever assembled and beside it is a McLaren P1, equally rare, with only 375 units ever produced. Inside, it gets more interesting, parked after rows of classic and other exotic cars is a 1936 Maybach SW38, one out of three remaining in the world.
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Interview with Talal Al Onzi
Al Onzi navigates through conversations as a gentleman would, being observant before speaking in concise and well thought of responses. Sitting across from him in his office adorned with classic memorabilia, you get a sense of a Saudi man of character, classy mindedness and, well, fun. The fun part comes when you start talking about cars his motor head syndrome emerges. Al Onzi shared how his love affair with cars started. “I was 12 years old, my father took me and my brother, Adel to a showroom on King Fahad Road. There I saw the Ferrari F40 for the first time in my life. It was love at first sight,” he jokes. “Since that day, I would drag my father and brother to visit it every Friday. It became a ritual for us three, I would spend hours and hours just looking at the F40, marveling and studying it.”
This is the remarkable and rather rarified world of Talal Al Onzi, a car collector, enthusiast and owner of 7 Car Lounge, the first dealership of its kind in the Kingdom. A year since its inception, 7 Car Lounge has already made a mark in the international automotive scene. It has been ranked as one of the Top 10 exotic car dealerships in the world, pitted
against older contemporaries in Dubai, Tokyo, Europe and multinational franchises.
A Boy and the Ferrari
At first encounter, Al Onzi exudes the stature you would expect from a businessman. Apart from being the owner of 7 Car Lounge, he is the Chairman of Baraa Trading, whose portfolio includes Nozomi, Disk Dr and Rent-A-Car.
It was a valid infatuation by any auto aficionado’s standard. After all, the F40 is dubbed to this day as the ‘greatest supercar the world has ever seen’ by no other than Jeremy Clarkson. It took years but eventually, Al Onzi did get to buy his first F40 in 2008. “It’s still my favorite car, hands down. I’ll choose it over any other,” says the man with over 50 other collectible vehicles in their Riyadh and Dubai garages.
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In the Business of Selling Myths
“You have to do what you love. Right after graduating, I borrowed some cash from the family, which was less than SR 200,000. I moved to Dubai for a while, it was known as the market for exotic cars to learn how the business goes. I started with buying and selling kits, trading between the Kingdom and UAE.” Al Onzi has been in the business for over 12 years now. He opened 7 Car Lounge in 2014. He continues to run the car gallery with his brother, Adel, who serves as the managing director. 20 DESTINATION RIYADH JULY 2015
The dealership can pride itself in having sold exotic cars that are considered legends in the market. Their list includes two Pagani Huayras (one with a completely blue carbon fibre exterior), two Ferrari LaFerraris, a McLaren P1, multiple Porsche 918 Spyders and a Ferrari F40.
According to Adel, a motor head in his own right with an affinity for Jaguars and Porsches, the lounge is more than just a dealership. As the executive at helm of the day to day business, he explains, “Car collection is an enigmatic pursuit but one, which with the help of professionals, is worthwhile.”
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Young men have a natural affinity for cars and as they grow older it becomes mere enthusiasm. This was not the case for Al Onzi; his relentless passion for cars spilled over into his adult life and is the fuel for creating a one-stop shop for collectors.
“Our goal is to provide unique services that, up until now, no one else has been able to offer in the market. Seven is my favorite, lucky number but also, it stands for the seven services,” Talal said. From restoration, to getting an elusive exotic car straight from the factory or off the market, to vintage cars with a story – the place is a motor head’s Disneyland. And if the automobiles are not enough to show for it, at the back of the showroom is a literal gentleman’s backroom accessible through biometric recognition for petrol heads.
The elite lounge is a place for us and our like minded clients. It is only open for 77 members. Twenty-five of the slots have been filled already. Aspiring members should have at least bought $2 million worth of cars from the dealership and have a shared passion for automotive. — Adel Al Onzi, Managing Director
Collecting as a Solid Investment
Because cars are not directly connected to the global economy, it does not carry the same risks as investments that rely on the financial markets. While others may think that car collecting is merely a rich man’s lavish pursuit, it in fact is a viable and profitable endeavor if you know what you’re doing.
Supercars and exotic units can change value overnight, depending on the demand. Vintage cars are in a whole different category. Really rare cars like the Maybach for example, don’t get sold in a dealership; you have to go to the annual auctions.
authorized car consultant to inspect it and also advise you on the value of it. To protect your investments, you need to equally invest in a garage, especially in Riyadh. The weather here is the number one enemy in maintaining your cars.”
Al Onzi’s tip for first time investors
In ending our talk, Talal emphasized on what he says is the most important part of being a petrol head, “Don’t let your car get stuck in the garage, it’s not healthy for the car or you. Drive it. Enjoy the ride.”
“Familiarize yourself thoroughly with what you intend to buy – don’t purchase blindly. Once you find a classic or vintage car you are interested in, find an
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DON’T DRIVE?
hire a ride!
Since getting around town is always an issue (especially for women), we rounded up some of the most used transportation services available.
Uber
Mondo Taxi
Uber is an internationally renowned service. However, you need to sign up with your credit card, as it doesn’t accept any other form of payment. It is definitely more expensive than other transportation services around. There’s always a water bottle in your ride. For long trips around and outside the city, they have fixed flat rates. There are two car options: low cost Uber X starts with a base rate of SR 6 and adds 0.50 per minute. Minimum fare is SR 12. Uber black is the original Uber, which starts its base rate at SR 9 with a minimum fare of SR 20.
If you don’t mind taking a taxi instead of riding in a private car, Mondo Taxi is the service to use. They screen their drivers and cars fairly well; so far we haven’t had to ride a beat up limousine from their fleet. Their GPS drop pin is quite accurate in the city, which means less hassle in needing to call the driver and giving the exact location. The prices can be metered or you can try your hand at negotiating. What makes Mondo Taxi a good option is their consistency in getting clean-cut drivers and cars as compared to other similar services. They do have fewer cars compared to the next one on the list, so it’s best to use when you have a few minutes of waiting time to spare.
Payment: Credit Web: uber.com
Payment: Cash Web: mondotaxi.com
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By Sahrish Ali
The best thing about Careem is their occasional offers and freeride promotions. They are very generous about that.
Careem
Taxi Pixi
Easy Taxi
Careem provides easy sign up and bookings with their app, which is available for download on all platforms. It’s very straightforward and easy to use. Once you sign up, they prompt you if you need to be picked up right at the moment or if you would like to book a ride for later. If you have chosen a drop-off location, the app shows you an estimate amount, of course depending on the type of car you have chosen.
Taxi Pixi uses the same concept as Careem. However, the app interface is a bit cluttered. They have two kinds of trips: one way or car rentals. Each kind of trip offers four different types of cars. Cars can also be rented for 4 hours, 8 hours or for a full day. Prices depend on your location but often start at above SR 18. They give you a receipt either by email or on your app itself after completing a trip. Cars are always clean and the drivers courteous.
If you don’t mind taking a taxi instead of riding in a private car, Easy Taxi is the service to use. We haven’t come across any other taxi services with such fast arriving cars. There’s always a 100 percent guarantee that a cab will reach you within minutes of requesting one. The taxis are mostly clean, however, not always. At first they didn’t really have a dedicated system for fares: you could either negotiate the prices or go along with the meter system. Fare rate is around 10-5 riyals more than what you would pay a normal cab.
Most of their cars are on time and the chauffeurs are very well mannered. Payment: Cash or credit Web: careem.com
Payment: Cash Web: taxipixi.com
Payment: Cash or credit Web: easytaxi.com
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CAR CULTURE IN
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Mishal Al Yami and the
MUSTANG CLUB KSA
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By Zeyad Haj Bakry
Tell us about how the club started.
Mustang Club KSA was founded in late 2009. Back then, we were just a few strangers who met by chance because of the love we had for the Mustangs we owned. We wanted to create a foundation to bring the entire community of Mustang owners under one roof. Today our club also has a professional racing team which competes in various racing events around the Kingdom.
How many Mustang owners have joined the club?
There are over 500 members in the club, which accounts for about a quarter of all Mustang drivers in the country. In the future, we envision that at least 80 percent of all Mustang buyers in Saudi will be associated with the club. We also hope that people who walk out of the dealership with a Mustang get a membership at the club.
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We recently met up with Mishal Al Yami, Co-Founder and President of the Mustang Club KSA which is currently one of the largest and most successful car clubs in the Kingdom.
What perks does the club offer to its members?
There is a small fee for joining the club which allows members to enjoy many benefits that outweigh the cost of joining. Mustang Club KSA members get discounts on car parts and on maintenance costs at the Ford dealership. We’ve also partnered with some clothing stores and restaurants/cafes to give promotions to our members. We have a club center where members can conduct meetings and enjoy facilities like free Internet. It’s basically like a second home where our members can come to relax.
How does Al Jazirah Ford help you grow?
Al Jazirah Ford currently helps us with sponsorships and provides financial support for events and travel expenses. We hope to strengthen our partnership with Al Jazirah
Ford further, and improve our club even more.
Will the club become a marketing tool to increase Mustang sales in the country? Do you think more people will buy Mustangs to join the club? It’s already happening. There have been cases where people sell their other sports cars and buy a Mustang in order to join the club. We also let some friends of members join the club, and they eventually buy Mustangs to become true members of the club. Our club will bring more Mustang buyers, but more importantly, better Mustang buyers.
the first in the country to have partnered with Ensan Charity Committee for nonprofit to provide car entertainment events, like professional drifting shows, as well as some PlayStation and football challenges with trophies and gifts for the children at Ensan.
In what ways has Mustang Club KSA benefitted society?
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Our members have also participated in blood donation drives and our racing team helps us educate members, as well as the general public, about responsible driving on roads. We organized a few sessions about safe driving which were open to the public.
the dangers of texting while driving because he caught one of our members doing it. We are like a family in this club, and the action of one can affect the image of everyone.
What are some responsibilities that the club members hold in the society?
What makes us special is the readiness and coverage.
How do other car clubs compete, and do you encourage competition?
While other clubs may actually have more members, our club is more active. We regularly attend car events and meet-ups. We ensure that our facilities and backstage equipment are always ready. We definitely encourage the formation of other car clubs. We’ve helped in creating new car clubs and getting them accredited from SAMF. We helped in the foundation of Mustang Club Jordan and kick-started their club.
We really want to channel the nature of good behavior into our club. We have some guidelines about what we expect from our members. If anyone, even myself, breaks these rules, they’ll be removed from the club. We also govern each other’s actions, especially in terms of driving. For example, once a member sent a mass Whatsapp message about
Any further comments?
We are really excited about the future of Mustang Club Jeddah because this is just the beginning. Car culture is a great thing, and we are innovators in this sector. We are sure there is more to come because there are many who share the passion for cars. Mustang_KSA MustangClubKSA
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S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S
RULES OF A RIYADHI Gentleman A matter of manly manners in maneuvering life in the city. By Johara Al Mogbel and Jou Pabalate
Automotive Maintenance
Driving
Modern knights need a steady steed. Consider your car as your air-conditioned chariot.
Road rage is unattractive. True gentlemen do not transform into the hulk when dealing with errant drivers. When confronted with continued pigheadedness, one is advised to get in one’s car and drive away. When driving, tread lightly on the gas pedal. A gentleman must always take heed of killing other passengers for the sake of saving three minutes, as murdering someone while speeding is quite unseemly. Automotive Yoga is not a
• Wash your car at least twice a month, in and out. • Check your coolant especially during this season. You do not want you or your car to overheat in the middle of King Fahad Road. • Check your tires constantly. Underinflated or cracked tires in this weather spells KABOOM. • Sun shades are a must in the summer, unless you want your interiors and your bum crisp. Abu Riyalin stores have them for SR 10 – 25.
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thing. Never have your foot raised on your chair or your toes cooled by the AC. Definitely not with your windows open too.
Cell Phone Etiquette SITUATIONS AND PLACES
MESSAGING/SMS/MOBILE BROWSING/TAKING SELFIES
TALKING AND MAKING CALLS
Mosque
Never
Never
Family dinner or any family moment at that
Unless you’re taking #ussies
Unless you’re a superhero and the world will end without you.
Driving
It can wait. Besides, it’s illegal.
Park
Business Meetings (Always put your phone on silent mode)
Short meetings, don’t touch your phone.
If a call is important excuse yourself.
Public Areas (gyms, restaurants, queues)
Quick check ups. Be mindful of your immediate reality.
Talking loudly on the phone is rather unbecoming.
Social Gatherings
Don’t be the invisible phone fiddling guest.
Excuse yourself
When your wife is talking to you
Fatal
Fatal
Errands and E-Services A Riyadhi man knows his responsibilities and maneuvers his way around errands efficiently. UTILITIES – Electric, telecom and other bills can be registered under your bank account. Don’t be a caveman, do your transactions online
and it will help you settle your accountabilities easily. GOVERNMENTAL CONCERNS – Check your traffic violations, file for your national ID and passport, settle other family requirements through moi.gov.sa. It’s not hard, you don’t need a wasta and you’re just being lazy.
Foodie Etiquette • PRE-DINING Choose a restaurant in advance, make a reservation when possible.
they would like to have, unless there’s a pre-set menu. Know your waiter’s name. • DURING MEAL
• ORDERING Ask your company what
• AFTER MEAL Thank your waiter for good service and don’t forget to tip.
Grooming A WELL-KEPT BEARD is the best accessory a gentleman could ever grow. For those encumbered with out of control facial hair, it is recommended to look into laser hair removal treatment for the lines of your beard, as it will make grooming much easier and will vastly improve your visage. PERFUME is important for a gentleman’s overall disposition. A gentleman must always use bokhoor on his thobe and shmaagh for a clean understated smell that will linger throughout the day. DESTINATIONRYD.COM 29
Kissing
Charity is an important pillar in Islam, and ‘having your palm open’ towards your family, friends and loved ones as well is the best use for your money. Be Hatem, not Scrooge.
Or the tasteful way of greeting other human beings and avoid awkward encounters in Riyadh.
Home Improvement A true gentleman knows how to handle a hammer. The essential Homeowner’s Toolbox: utility knife, screwdriver, nail and screw set, pliers, wrench, electrical power drill. Should home improvement feel absolutely tasking, have a plumber, carpenter and the like on speed dial.
Internet Trolls Never be an Internet troll. Or a real troll. At all. If you need an explanation for why a human being must avoid being a troll, then it is too late. We can no longer help you.
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NEW ACQUAINTANCES: Alsalamo Alaikum, handshake FAMILIES Cheek kissing, Seniors - forehead WEDDINGS Cheek kissing - Groom, father of the groom FRIENDS If you haven’t seen them in more than five days. BASIC CHEAT SHEET TO KISSING PER REGION Najdi: Right, Left, Left North: Right, Right, Right Hijazi: Right, Left, Right or Right, Right, Left
When in doubt, take cue from the person you’re greeting. Don’t abruptly shift to the other cheek or pull back. And if it needs to be stated: it’s cheek to cheek, you’re kissing the air. Your lips must not land on the other person’s face. EVER.
Leisurely Pursuits Gentlemanly Pursuits Joining a club of your passion, volunteerism, playing sports, meaningful activities. Reading, learning something new, playing a musical instrument, gaming. Work – yes for some of us, if work is fun for you then bless you. Being a sports enthusiast (football, basketball, etc.) Watching TV shows day in and day out. Smoking Shisha every night and wondering where your time went. Driving around the city and being a creep.
Doesn’t Count At least two gray category pastime regularly, one yellow once in a while, no blacks.
Relationships A true gentleman never forgets his family. He visits them on a regular basis, and helps out around his parents’ house, and concedes when his mother kisses his cheek in public. He is also patient when escorting his grandparents to various places and appreciates their role in his existence. Most importantly, a gentleman is not ashamed of his mother’s name, as that is preposterous and makes no sense.
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Generosity
Working Out A gentleman goes to the gym for the purpose of working out, not to take selfies or photos of their uncovered abs, chests and appendages for Snapchat. Bodybuilding must be approached with caution. One must not be too proud to not bother asking a professional trainer before engaging in weightlifting activities. Should one not have the time to go to the gym, a Riyadhi gentleman finds a way to stay active, even if it’s just in the comfort of his home.
Office Ethics A true gentleman is polite and courteous to his co-workers. A true gentleman must always keep his workspace clean and tidy. One’s workspace represents the work ethic of a person. Also, an office is usually shared with other people, and one must be careful not to offend others with a horribly kept desk.
Traveling Gentlemen respect the laws and the culture of country he is visiting. A true gentleman does not embarrass his nation by behaving unbecomingly. A true gentleman keeps his appendages to himself, and should the flight prove to be unbearable for his delicate calves, seek permission from the passenger to place his presumably socked feet in their general vicinity. Should the passenger be a woman, however, don’t even think of it. DESTINATIONRYD.COM 31
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MAN CAVE Must Haves for the Discerning Gentleman What every dapper gentleman needs in his milhaq.
Bang and Olufsen Wireless Speakers
Every man cave needs a good sound system, and how better can you get than Bang and Olufsen? The Danish audio company has just released their Beolab collection, and it is oh so very sleek. Where to Find Bang and Olufsen Riyadh bang-olufsen.com
Retro Pinball Machine
Nostalgia is always a winner. And who ever said no to skeeball? Get this wooden version to match the rest of your room’s naturally timeless aesthetic. Where to Find: Restoration Hardware: restorationhardware.com
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By Johara Al Mogbel
Nintendo Controller Coffee Table
Pancake Printer
What’s anything without food? Edibles are by far the most important part of any gathering, and since breakfast is the best thing ever all day round, this pancake printer will come in pretty handy. Keep pancake mix and some honey in your cupboards and prepare to be entertained as your pancake printer does some art for you. Where to Find kickstarter.com
USB Typewriter
Nothing says dapper as much as a typewriter does. But in this time and age, a typewriter can be a little unwieldy, which is why we love this customized iPad typewriter keyboard. You’ll feel like Ernest Hemingway while you write your autobiography about how you got this rich to afford all the things on this list.
You’ve got to have a table to rest your art books on, and what’s better than this fully functional Nintendo controller coffee table? Yeah, you heard us right, you can play with it! Made of maple, mahogany and walnut, it’s the ultimate classy ode to one of the best gaming systems this world has seen. Where to Find etsy.com
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Le Beanock
It’s a beanbag and a hammock, and we hate that we didn’t think of this genius combination first. Hang it from your ceiling and claim your spot as King of the Cave every time your friends come over. Where to Find lebeanock.com
Cinema Projector
Hands down, the most important thing in any bachelor pad is the TV. But why stick to an expensive flat screen when you can go bigger and better with a home cinema projector? We like this option from Sim2 because it looks like a hybrid between a futuristic device and a 1980s sports car. Where to Find sim2usa.com DESTINATIONRYD.COM 33
S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S
Traditional is the New Modern The thobe and the shemagh are essential pieces for any Saudi or Khaleeji. It’s the quickest way to look dapper without making too much of an effort (which is why we don’t understand how Hollywood keeps on getting it so wrong.)
Essentials: Thobe
Cufflinks
five 100 percent cotton white ones for Summer, two colored ones for winter.
This is the splash of color you can give to your thobe. It’s a staple accessory especially if you’re wearing your thobe ensemble for official business or to a formal gathering.
THE RIYADHI MAN’S STYLE ESSENTIALS Want to look a tad bit more put together? Here are the classic items every Riyadhi needs in his closet. By Jou Pabalate
The style of thobes tend to vary from region to region or country to country. However, as the Najdis in the office were keen to emphasize – a clean, well-ironed and unadorned thobe is the preferred one in Riyadh.
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1
Shemagh
Mind your mirzam. Due to 3 popular demand, HERE ARE THE BASIC ONES
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Iqal
one to two. This black woven ring is used to keep the shemagh or ghutra in place. FACT BIT:
The iqal is said to have a Bedouin pragmatic origin. According to stories, it was initially used to pin the camel’s front right leg in order to keep it from moving. The tribesmen would then put it over their heads to keep their hands free while riding or shepherding the camels.
Thaqiyah
White cap underneath to hold the shemagh in place.
NAL OUR TRADITIO’TS N O D LE STY •Semi-transparent thobes and with that, going undershirt-less. You know how some try to do away with Sirwal? Yeah, don’t do that. It’s not a trend and it will never be one. • Cap, high tops and thobes – like, why? By the remote chance that you’ll be attending a basketball or baseball game, it really still doesn’t work. • One of the wonderful accidental benefits of a thobe is you get to hide your kirsha. You obviously lose out on this benefit when your thobe is hugging you in all the wrong places.
Blazer
QTY. 1 COLORS
The 20 somethings for the twentysomething
Navy Blue or Black you’ll know it’s a blazer based on the texture and fabric. It’s usually softer, made from cotton, hopsack or the like. A more casual look compared to a dress suit.
There comes a time in a man’s life when he needs to start looking like a man, a big part of that is having the right items in your closet.
Suit
QTY. One COLORS
Whether it’s that once a year company iftar or your first big pitch at the meeting, this is an investment.
It’s an investment and you will need one eventually for weddings and other formal occasions.
DO’S: • mix the blazer with any top, button up or even a t-shirt for an instant put together look. • Leave it in your car for emergency need to look stylish moments.
T-Shirts QTY. 3 - 10 COLORS black, grey and white
Basics
Navy Blue and/or black
Bisht
DO: Have your suit tailored, even if you do buy it off the rack, make it fit you right by going to a tailor. DON’T: Mismatch your pants and the suit. Buy them in pairs.
DO’S • Blank Tees are a necessity, either as an undergarment or a standalone dress down wear • It’s okay to experiment with graphic or printed tees but do so with caution • Have v-neck and crew neck options DON’TS • Huge in your face branding logos are a no-no. • Leave the statement and superhero shirts unless you’re going to comicon. DESTINATIONRYD.COM 35
Accessories Watch
Pants QTY. 3
Leather or steel straps are a good base. It’s the only timeless accessory you’re ever going to need consistently.
COLORS:
Dark blues, olive and khaki
Leather belt
Khaki or Chinos – Straight or skinny legs depending on your body type. Solid color dark jeans – It’s worth splurging on a good pair of jeans. Dark ones are more versatile and can be great for dress down Thursdays in the office and just about any other casual event you’re going to.
Always match your belt with your shoes. Hence, we say, play it safe in the beginning with a brown or black one.
Sunglasses
You’re a Riyadhi, this doesn’t even have to be mentioned. Classics, you cannot go wrong with: wayfarers, aviators, clubmasters.
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2
DON’TS: Unless you’re a triathlete or an actual athlete going for a cycling ride in our 50-degree weather, avoid solar flare sport glasses like a plague.
Brown/Black 1 Long wings 2 Cap toes 3 Toe Bals
1
Is the sun to bright indoors? No. Take your glasses off please.
JEANS
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2
1 Classic sneakers 2 Chunky sneakers 1 3 High tops
Ties
CHINOS
If you have a suit then you should have this. Aim to have at least one formal tie and one informal. The difference? Suit ties are silk, casual ties that you can use for your blazer or button up shirts are textured.
1 Classic sneakers 2 Penny loafers 3 Camp Mocs 4 Boat shoes 5 Chukkas
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4
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QTY. 5-10 pairs DO’S • Five black or colored pairs are essential. • Try to match your socks with your pants
shoes QTY. 1 from each category minimum DRESS TROUSERS/SUIT COLORS:
Socks:
QTY. 2-3 COLORS
Red, black, textured
DON’T • Wear white or sport socks with your casual or business wear. Leave them for the gym.
Don’t know what hue of blue matches you? We’ve got you covered with the king of all jeans, 7 for all Mankind.
3 American Washes
Aiming for that ruggedly handsome look? American washes are a top choice for modern and classic men with a penchant for Italian denim with just the right stone wash.
1 Luxe Performance
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SHADES OF BLUE
Trends come and go but denim is always in. Blue is a must have in every chap’s closet and this season it’s all about the shades. Slimmy
• Regular slim cut from top to bottom • Slightly tapered leg opening • Zip fly
Combines everything a guy loves about jeans. Proven comfort inside and out with great fabric that keeps you looking your best throughout the day.
2 Clean and Coated
Chad
• Classic straight • Comfortable through hip and thigh
• Slim Straight • Slim through hip and thigh
• Slightly tapered from knee down • Zip fly
• Low Rise
• Button Fly
“It’s a good investment to buy a pair of well cut jeans and spend a little more on something that is useful and will last longer.” — Nahar, Fashion Buyer
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Slimmy Dark Blue
1
Blue Lake
1
A must have for those desiring a luxurious clean look that can go from day to night.
Straight
3
American Blue
Standard Colored Navy
1
Standard New Ride
Paseden Midnigh
1
Standard Dark Blue
Standard
• Classic regular • Comfortable from waist to hip • Straight leg from knee to ankle • Button fly
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TRAVEL
IN STYLE
We travel, some of us forever, to seek other states, other lives, other souls. -Anaïs Nin, The Diary of Anaïs Nin
By Felwa Alhudaithy
There was a time not long ago when travel was considered a luxury, a time when people took it to heart to wear their best, to introduce themselves by what they bring from far off places. It would be an adventure in itself to travel like Elizabeth Taylor during the Burton years.
It would be joyful to jet set with huge trunks of Louis Vuitton, to go to the Far East and bring green tea. It would be marvelous to be a character in one of Agatha Christie’s novels and spend winters in Egypt exploring the city, buying every miniature pharaoh in sight. Touring new lands is an integral part of growing up. It makes the man, it makes the woman and it even makes the child.
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I was recently blessed to visit Tokyo. I have to admit that I’m fresh off the holiday wagon, but even through the sleep-deprived holiday blues, I’m content in my pursuit of happiness. Although walking through the Sakura filled parks of Japan was a vision from a dream I’ve had for as long as I remember, it was eating sushi from the most adorable chefs that got me weak in the stomach.
SOURCE PHOTO/ NEWS.ARTNET.COM • FELWA
I remember reading this quote for the very first time in high school. I felt that my journey, wherever it may lead me, would always be a part of a bigger picture. Whenever I feel a rut coming, I urge myself to seek new lands, to meet new people, to hear their stories, to explore their wisdom, if only to widen my horizons, if only to have fun.
Don’t be afraid to rub shoulders with locals. Get them talking, listen to their stories, be part of the hustle and bustle. Walk through old mansions, touch the walls of nations that came before us, breathe in the culture. It’s just like tapping into a live time machine.
MY ADVICE
• Don’t forget to charge your camera; you’ll want to document life as it happens. Try a Polaroid for a vintage outlook of your trip and instant gratification. • Dress like your favorite screen vixen. Brigitte Bardot’s style in “A Very Private Affair” sums up my aspirations as a chic tourist. A basket bag, kitten heels and high-waist pants, you’ll look like a 60s postcards and you’ll feel like a million dollar baby. • Try the local street food. • Skip the malls and walk into concept stores that stock local designers. Invest in that one item that will tell the story of the city, the timeless item, a living embodiment of your trip. • The classic Luxe pocket size city guides series is a must for discovering a few spots from the fashion insider’s checklist. Sometimes all you need is to disappear and abandon technology and the chaos of modern city life. Whether your skiing in the Alps or cruising the Mediterranean for some sunshine, turn off your phone and live the moment.
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Beauty Counter Must Haves for your Best Summer Style SKIN CARE
Be summer skin smart in style with these beauty counter essentials available right here in the capital.
Kerstin Florian Rejuvenating Rose Water As important as drinking eight glasses of water per day, this atomizer delivers minerals and nutrients that moisturize skin with just a spritz.
By Elizabeth Davis
The intense climate takes a toll on skin, hair and nails all yearround, but July and August’s sun could leave you looking and feeling like an old, dried fruit.
To give your skin an instant glow and refreshment, keep your rosewater mist in the fridge. After the pool or before heading out, spritz the chilled elixir directly onto skin and hair for a perfumed pick-up.
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MAKEUP
Make Up For Ever Aqua Liner Unless you’re fashioning your beauty style after a weepy anime heroine, when it’s hot stay away from soft-cream eyeliners that will smear and run. Summer heat means it’s time to use waterproof liner.
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Give your makeup routine a breather and let your skin’s sun-kissed color take center stage. Move away from heavy eye makeup like black liner and try a gunmetal gray or mocha brown shade of liner. It will give you an effortless beach-beauty look.
HAIR CARE
PHYTO 9 Nourishing Day Cream
From swimming laps to splashing in the surf, summer fun can zap the luster from even the silkiest of locks. Chlorine, salt and harsh minerals strip the hair bare, leaving it dry, dull and in need of repair. Packed with macadamia nut oil, rosemary, calendula Sage
and sage extracts, PHYTO 9 is the gold standard of leave-in hair conditioners. Sans fragrance, sulfates or synthetics, the hair care line prides itself on being almost 100 percent natural. Made with botanicals and herbs. Grab it here: Whites (For the best selection of products, visit Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Pharmacy)
For super dry tresses, mix a few drops of coconut oil with a dab of PHYTO 9 straight after showering and comb through your hair. This combo of cream and oil locks in moisture and shine.
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A Piece of Saudi in Amsterdam
Aarnout Helb
By Sohila El Saadany
Although trained as a lawyer, Helb was interested in art and beauty ever since a young age. According to him, “Art just comes with life, not with any profession. Artworks are mere flowers of the mind and craftsmanship and they need to be evaluated to distinguish between nonsense and illusion, truth and genuine projection.” He decided to open Greenbox Museum of Contemporary Art from Saudi Arabia, solely dedicated to art made by Saudis on July 12, 2008. The process for that was a long one, but Helb took such a step to try and limit misconceptions about Saudi culture. He explains, “One element to it was increased xenophobia in the Netherlands since the 1990s.
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Another was this open world of internet communication in which recitals and sermons from the MENA region may end up on television here without anyone to supply context or history to embed things in a manner that the majority of people understand and appreciate.” When asked what interested him in Saudi art particularly, he replied, “I do not define anything as ‘Saudi art.’ I take an interest in what artists make in Saudi Arabia. What I find interesting is the moral position that Saudi Arabians have in the world at large, because of their connection with the land and cities from which one of the world’s most important cultures originates and always returns.”
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Greenbox Museum is nestled in Amsterdam to expose the Dutch audience to art made by Saudis. Aarnout Helb, the museum’s founder, offered his insight on Greenbox and Saudi art.
Students at the musuem
Even though it may not be very easy to get Dutch people to visit the museum because it is very foreign to them, Helb still succeeds in getting a lot of people interested. He says, “When I manage to get them into the museum, they react with much interest and enthusiasm. Showing people Abdulnasser Gharem’s The Path and Lulwah Al Homoud’s 99 Most Beautiful Names of Allah or reading to them what Ashraf Fayadh wrote about
Ahmed Mater’s Magnetism, gets them interested in Saudi culture.” Helb chose the museum’s name because he wanted to come up with something lively and of nature. He was also inspired by the green corner at his own house, where he has a green landscape painting and green lamp. As for choosing which artists should be displayed in the museum, Helb elaborates “The museum builds a permanent collection, so it displays whatever it acquires. The artist should be truthful and not completely unaware of beauty.” Helb’s love for art is apparent. He articulates his view of museums as he says, “Museums should preferably be of the world and not create a world of their own.” Web: greenboxmuseum.com
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ARTIST’S CORNER MEET MOMAD, THIS MONTH’S EMERGING ARTIST! By Johara Al Mogbel
What got you started?
The need to escape reality leading to a much more real world deep inside my mind. Because without it, all meaning is lost.
NAME: Momad AGE: 38 OCCUPATION: Full time writer,
Is your work the result of sudden inspiration, or long term planning? How do you think up your concepts?
artist and nomad. MEDIUM: Ink on paper or anything that will sit still long enough.
I am a self-taught artist, therefore planning and preparing ahead is not a possibility. I will “see” or dream an image that I will quickly try to capture as a small sketch. Other times I just start collaging papers, ideas and images, to support my concept. I usually get inspired by an artwork or a topic I’m interested in, and try my best to come up with the desired result.
What do you think of the art scene in Riyadh? Anything you’d like to see changed? Sudden inspiration, or ‘the spark,’ is the catalyst; a visual, story or a character demanding to be brought to life. The journey of bringing this spark to life requires patience and long hours of meditation and contemplation. An idea begins as an almost intangible line, almost, if you reach for it enough times you might finally 46 DESTINATION RIYADH JULY 2015
grab onto something one day. You then follow this line, this idea, to see what surprising places it might take you.
What is, in your opinion, the best thing you’ve ever created and why? The best thing I have ever created is the thing I have yet to create. Because if I’m not improving my craft and surprising myself with each work, then I am no longer moving forward.
What do you think of the art scene in Riyadh? Anything you’d like to see changed? I’ve been away for 10 years and I've been surprised by the new wave of energy and hunger for art washing over the city. It is very encouraging and exciting. Nothing needs to change, because things are already changing.
Who are your role models? My mother.
What does being creative mean to you? Being in a constant state of wonder. Not being afraid of new ideas.
Favorite piece of artwork by someone else?
The work of Abdulrahman Nugamshi has been powerful and inspiring at the moment. Web: momad.ink momad.ink
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Augmented reality is an advanced technology that enhances digital information with a live video. In other words, AR utilizes an existing picture and blends new data into it. This technology can offer numerous benefits for businesses; as it helps customers experience what your product has to offer in an entertaining attractive method. Experts refer to augmented reality as an artificial environment presented through the combination of real world and digital data.
WHAT IS DESTINATION KSA AR+?
Destination KSA AR+ is a mobile application through which Desitnation magazines evolved to Augmented Reality enabled magazines. We believe that through AR technologies the perception of printed media can be altered to the best. Combining printed media with AR technologies will enhance the reader experience enormously through: - Circularity of communication - Dynamic contents
Open the application and point the camera to the page with the AR+ icon and experience the magic.
- High degree of interactivity - Active enjoyment - Multi-mediality So enabling Destination magazines with AR technologies through the use of Destination KSA AR+ will definitely revolutionize the perception of its readers. Follow the instructions below to download the application and enjoy a whole new experience of Destination magazines. Reality has been Updated.
Scan the QR code to download the application from the App Store and Google Play, Destination KSA AR+ Application is developed and powered by Zeedia platform. www.zeedia.net
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Islamic Books you’ve got to Read The Unchallengeable Miracles of the Quran
A library in a Muslim household is incomplete without a good collection of Islamic books. Here are some must-reads.
Yusuf Al Hajj Ahmad This book highlights some of the miracles mentioned in the Qur’an in a way that is relevant to readers coming from different backgrounds and presents the facts in an intellectual way.
By Mohammed Mirza
Muhammad, His Life Based on the Earliest Sources Based on Arabic sources of the eighth and ninth centuries, this book is immensely popular as the definitive biography of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in English.
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Dr. Muhammed Abd Al Rahaman Al Arifi The book thoughtprovokingly uses incidents from the life of the Prophet (PBUH) and his companions to help you change or improve your perspective of life.
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The Ideal Muslimah
Muhammad Ali Al Hashimi
From discussing the most trivial of matters to encouraging women to look at the bigger picture of their purpose in life, the book is a must-read for Muslim women from all different walks of life.
The Ideal Muslim Muhammad Ali Al Hashimi
Lost Islamic History
The Muslim man has most excellent example in the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The book highlights the relationship an ideal Muslim man must have with his Lord, family, parents, relatives, friends and the community at large.
Firas Alkhateeb Lost Islamic History gracefully brings together the work of diverse people, geographies and kingdoms, all entwined into one narrative that begins with the Prophet (PBUH) and continues to the present day.
Stories of the Prophets Ibn Kathir The stories of the Prophets mentioned in the book are in a chorological order, and Qur’anic verses, hadiths or interpretations of renowned exegetes of Ibn Kathir’s time support all statements in it.
The Choice Vol. 1 and 2
Ahmed Deedat Interesting for readers of different faiths, The Choice is written in a way similar to the authors on stage persona, the kind that will be informative yet entertaining at the same time.
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DINING SCOOP RITZ-CARLTON CELEBRATES THE HOLY MONTH OF RAMADAN Ritz-Carlton invite families to break their fast during Ramadan with an iftar buffet with different cuisines from around the world. Ramadan has inspired the glorious setting with lavish designs and decorations that present a traditional Arabian ambience. In addition to the main buffet, guests can enjoy traditional Arabian iftar and suhoor at the relaxing atmosphere of Al Orjouan restaurant.
Delicious new season of Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit
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Tucked Away Korean Palace
and the occasionally available galbi, but for us, we love Korean Palace for their generally Asian offerings. The Beef with Mushroom is a dish that can feed a family. Garlic chili shrimps are always awesome, buttered lemon chicken is a safe bet and for noodles (‘cause who doesn’t eat noodles
This is an ode to a classic! Korean Palace remains to be the only place in Riyadh where you will find the owner greeting every customer who comes in as he has for the past couple of decades. This, together with the fading Korean posters add to its authenticity.
in an Asian place?), the mixed canton comes highly recommended. Minus the overly extensive menu that may confuse newcomers into ordering things we would stay away from—It’s Kimchiriffic restaurant if you know what to get (forgive us, we just had to do it). Listen to the waiters, they actually know what to recommend.
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R E A L IT Y for the service alone. As for the brownies? Well. We enjoyed them, and they looked just like the images. But unfortunately, they tasted like Betty Crocker, which for SR 80 a dozen we could’ve just bought a box and made it ourselves. The cookies had a good distribution of chocolate but it wasn’t drool worthy. We might order again if the baker ever decides to improve her recipes, but otherwise, this jury won’t ask for a retrial.
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The Non Arab’s Guide to Middle Eastern
Mashwi
One of the most popular cuisines around the world, the Middle East doesn’t mess about when it comes to stomachs. By Johara Al Mogbel
Shish Tawooq
Chicken cubes marinated, skewered and then grilled. The marinades are usually a mixture of lemon juice or yogurt, or a tomato puree.
Shashlik
Lamb cubes marinated and then skewered along with alternating pieces of fat or vegetables. Shashlik is the lamb equivalent of shish tawooq. It’s also called shish kabab in Turkish cuisine. Origin: Western and Central Asia
Origin: Turkish
Ground lamb shaped into a tube, skewered, then grilled. The ground meat is occasionally mixed with chopped on onions according to taste. The kabab is usually served without the skewer on a plate of rice. Origin: Iranian
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Shawerma
Chicken, lamb, or veal meat that’s placed on a continuously rotating spit so that the meat roasts on all sides. The meat is then sliced off and either served on a plate or in wrapped Arabic pita bread as a sandwich. Tahina, pickles and lettuce are traditional additions.
Riyash
Lamb chops marinated, and then grilled. The popularity of this particular grilled meat lies in the fact that the bone makes an excellent handle for chomping. Origin: Lebanese
Origin: The Levant. (Bilad Al Sham)
Döner Kebap
The döner meat is shaved off the pit thinner than the shawerma and thus ends up being crispier. It’s also served in a fat bun-shaped Turkish bread instead of wrapped, and with sumac, tomato, onion and chili. Spread the yogurt on top of the döner.
Kofta
Kofta is the Arabic answer to meatballs. Made of ground lamb mixed with spices, diced onions, or tomatoes, kofta is usually served in its juices or in a gravy or tomato sauce. Origin: Iraq, Syria
Origin: Turkey
Special Bread for Döner
Tomato Sauce
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STEAK UNCHAINED By Duha AlHosainy
There is no better word to start your mouth watering than steak. One problem though, the possibilities of kinds and recipes are endless. You don’t believe me? There are 13 primal steak cuts! Getting the
right steak for the right recipe is an art on its own. But you don’t need to worry, we got your back. Here are some of the basic cuts as a kick-start for your new journey into the world of steak.
TENDERLOIN Where it’s cut Just above the strip. How it tastes like The most luxurious cut melts in your mouth like butter, the most tender of its kind. Extremely low in fat and beefy flavor. Best way to cook Because the Tenderloin lacks the beefy flavor, it’s always seasoned heavily with a piece of butter on top for even more tenderness. Popping the piece into an oven set to high heat will give you a steak crispy and chock-full of flavor from the outside, and succulent from the inside.
STRIP Where it’s cut Boneless cut from the back, just behind the ribs. How it tastes like The Strip, also known as the Top Sirloin, is tender to the bite but still a bit chewy, zazzed with a strong beefy flavor. The percentage of fat in this baby is low, which will leave a little crispy layer for the perfect story ending. Best way to cook The perfect way to get the most out of it is by throwing it on the grill to get that smoky flavor. 56 DESTINATION RIYADH JULY 2015
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Everything you need to know about steak.
RIB EYE Where it’s cut From the ribs, with or without the bone. How it tastes like A very fatty piece of steak that makes for an insanely flavored beefy chunk. Considered to be the tastiest part of a cow by many, this savory mass is THE go-to for steak lovers! Best way to cook Season it with salt and pepper, cook it in medium heat, give the fat time and trust it to give you a steak loaded with flavor.
T-BONE Where it’s cut It’s the combination of both the Strip and the Tenderloin connected with a T-shaped bone. How it tastes like This mean baby combines the best of both worlds, the Strip and the Tenderloin. Best way to cook Grilled! This big mama is hard to cook otherwise, a hearty meal indeed.
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SHARPEN YOUR KNIVES AND FORKS, HERE’S OUR TOP PICK OF CARNIVORES HOUSES IN TOWN 1. Steak House Steak House has the black stone, which is a heated slab you get to “cook” your steak right on your table. Our handy tip is if you’re ordering it a la Blackstone, it’s best to keep the doneness a step before how you’d like your meat. So if you like it medium well, order it medium rare and just cook to your desired perfection.
BRISKET Where it’s cut Lower part of the chest. How it tastes like This piece of meat is left with a fat cap around it to provide it from drying out while cooking, giving it a perfect crispy shell. Best way to cook To get the most out of it you cook it Texas-style; slow-cooked and smoked. This beauty takes from 10-12 hours to cook, and wow, it is worth it! Crunchy from the outside, luscious from the inside, booming with a smoky flavor.
2. The Butcher Shop and Grill Doneness is tricky business and after a while, the Butcher Shop and Grill has gotten the art down to a T-bone. When it comes to flavorful steaks, we’d gladly march to this restaurant. Their meats are always fresh and so far, they’ve been consistent in serving our medium rare and salt and pepper specifications with no stutter whatsoever. 3. Entrecôte This is for folks who love their steak fillet simple and straightforward. True to its Parisian origin, don’t expect cuts and all that jazz. In fact, there’s nothing on the main course menu except for the steak, greens and fries at SR 150 per person. 3. The Terrace Grill One of the food and beverage outlets at the Marriott hotel, the Terrace Grill is great for romantic evenings- while satisfying your inner carnivore. It’s less commercial approach to being a steak house works in their favor. The chef is careful in selecting their meat imports, which means you’ll get a fine selection to choose your cuts from every visit. 4. The Appetit Kitchen There’s only one steak on their menu but it’s well worth it. The fillet mignon Rosini style is a center cut with grilled foie gras and Perigueux sauce. We’d say it’s a petite kind of serving as one would expect of a Parisian dish but delightful and succulent nonetheless.
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RIYADH’S FAVORITE
SPORTS CAFES
We’ve put together a recommended list for guys to go watch the games and do their battle cries in peace. By Jou Pabalate
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1. Address Café King Abdulaziz Rd.
This is the sports café for fans who want a laid back and relaxed ambience away from the usual upbeat ambience. It’s quite a charming place complete with white interiors, tea and desserts for well, the refined sports enthusiast. They also have a special VIP area you can rent and use as a private game-viewing cinema.
2. Al Masaa Café King Abdullah Rd.
Cozy seats that make you feel like it’s an extension of your living room. Their traditional coffee and tea offering just adds to the whole watching the game with the fellow chaps and makes it a tad homier.
3. Fans Up Café Othman Bin Affan St.
Watching a hat trick pulled off on a cinema size screen, a fan’s dream comes true. This multiplex boast having the best match experience and apparently, the best mocha drink on their side of town.
4. East Stadium Prince Bandar Rd.
If you want hardcore, this is it. We’ve come to the conclusion that this place is being kept somewhat of a secret so that Riyadhis can go mad on football uninterrupted.
It has sports cinema that can accommodate 300 spectators, fitted with football chairs if we may add. There’s also private rooms, billiard tables and a gaming section.
5. One Way Caffe Abdullah Al Anqari St.
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Your Guide to
HEALTHY PROTEIN CONSUMPTION Does your body need more protein? Protein is an essential supplement for healthy muscles, bones and body. Meeting the daily protein requirement is essential, especially if you are working out and placing any form of stress on your muscles. The amounts vary depending on the age, sex, weight, height and activity level of the person. According to the Institute of Medicine, your daily protein intake coming from protein sources should range from 10 – 35 percent.
Like any other food, overconsumption of protein can harm the body and damage your liver and other vital organs. Furthermore, only a certain amount of protein can be digested in one meal so it becomes unnecessary and harmful to exceed the body’s threshold. This ideal amount of protein is recommended to be 20 grams.
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Protein promotes satiety and keeps a person full for long hours since it takes time for the body to digest; this is why you should always have a source of protein in your meals/snacks. Whether it’s a handful of nuts, a protein shake or even chocolate milk. SOURCE PHOTO/FITLISTA.COM • GALLERYHIP.COM • NUTRAINGREDIENTS.COM
By Amal Al Toaimi
It is important to remember that having a meal with too much protein is pointless since the body only digests what it needs and stores the rest as fat, similar to other excess food intake. Admittedly, an active individual who works out on a regular basis, whether it’s endurance or strength training, would require a higher amount of protein compared to a person who doesn’t engage in exercises at all. This is because during a workout your body tears muscle, and in order for it to grow and recover you would need the sufficient amount of protein to help build these tissues and enable fast recovery. In order to maximize benefits, your post workout meal should consist of protein, fats and carbs.
Respect your body’s limits and requirements and show it the love it deserves.
PROTEIN IN TOWN
FATS
PROTEIN POWDER
• GNC Stores • Danube Supermarket • Nutrition Solutions (Othaim Mall)
CARBS
With our busy lifestyles, having a meal right after working out can be difficult for some. A great tip is to carry a protein snack which is conveniently available in the market, making it much easier to consume post-workout protein.
You can opt for the appropriate nutritional content depending on personal health goals. Always remember that healthy food and lifestyle are the gateway to a happier life.
SNACKS
• Whites Pharmacy • Lulu Supermarket • Nutrition Solutions (Othaim Mall) Note: Don’t forget to drink around 2.5 liters of water per day and get seven to eight hours of sleep. 500 ml x5 = 2.5 LITERS
JUICE BARS
• Farghali • 50 Fruits (Exit 15) • Juice Time (Murooj) • Tutti Mango (Euromarche, Sahara Mall)
PROTEIN ICE CREAM
• Shakes (Hayat Mall, Takhassussi St.)
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
A Miracle in a Food?
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By Massa Bitar, MS. RD.
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is claimed to be a wonder food providing all sorts of health benefits, skin care, cleaning and disinfection.
Potent Biological Effects ACV is very low in calories (3 kcal/tbsp) with only a few nutrients: potassium, amino acids and antioxidants.
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This article explores the most praised health claims for this all-natural product, Apple Cider Vinegar, and the science behind them.
constipation. Most vinegar companies filter this film, so look for unfiltered versions, and if made from organic apple it’s even better.
Antibacterial
ACV is well-known as a powerful antibacterial. It helps kill pathogens and can be applied topically for cleaning and disinfecting. It also has been proven as an effective food preservative.
Improve Heart Health
One study showed that women who eat vinegar-based salad dressings have lower risk for heart disease. Other studies, conducted on animals, have shown that consuming ACV can lower blood pressure, triglycerides and bad cholesterol-LDL, and increase good cholesterol-HDL.
Weight Loss Aid?
Another study showed that people who take ACV tend to consume 200-275 less calories for the rest of the day. In fact, ACV has many mechanisms that were associated with promoting satiety and favoring weight loss:
1- It inhibits carbohydrate digestion, leading to slower rise in sugar.
2- It slows down gastric emptying, helping in feeling full for longer.
3- It contains the great appetite suppressing fiber: pectin.
4- Acids in ACV are precursors for
important fat breakdown hormones such as growth hormone.
Blood Sugar
This is by far the most studied area. Vinegar seems to inactivate some of the carbohydrate digesting enzymes, slowing down sugar absortion and preventing blood sugars from rising to high levels. To make ACV, yeast is added to apples producing acetic acid, which increases the absorption of important minerals (e.g. iron and calcium). Thus, adding vinegar to nutritious salads makes them even more nutritious. High quality vinegar should have a slimy film called mother of vinegar. Probiotics and other beneficial bacteria within it support immune functions, and can aid
A study published in Diabetes Care Journal found that consuming ACV improves insulin sensitivity and reduces blood levels of insulin. Also, taken at bedtime, it slighty reduces morning fasting blood sugar levels. More studies are still needed, but for now if you are on blood glucose lowering medications, consult your doctor before increasing your ACV doses.
CONCLUSION Despite the limited research, adding 1-2 tablespoons of diluted/unfiltered ACV to your daily diet would be very beneficial, especially for controlling blood sugar and body weight. Nevertheless, adding one sole ingredient to your diet cannot replace a healthy lifestyle and portion control. Also, do not start any course of ACV if you are under the care of a physician. Finally, do not drink ACV straight; its acidity is very harmful to your tooth enamel and esophagus. massa’s nutriclub massa.nutriclub
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Cups of Wellness Traditional Chinese medicine promotes health and harmony.
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By Elizabeth Davis
Chinese cupping therapy does not involve any cutting, bloodletting or incisions. The skin is not compromised in any way other than the occasional bruise or suction mark, which dissipates quickly. Interestingly, the skin’s discoloration once the cups are removed is used to determine the body’s toxicity and circulatory health. A light to dark pink mark or bruise can mean fair-to-poor circulation whereas dark purple marks could indicate a more serious illness like an infection, liver or kidney disease.
More than just a hot celebrity health trend, cupping therapy dates back over three thousand years in China and historical evidence proves the healing modality was popular with many ancient cultures, including the early Egyptians and Greeks. Centuries of therapeutic practice are a testament to cuppings healing power. For busy, anxiety-riddled Riyadhis, taking a time-out to heal and relax is a must and cupping offers an important opportunity to improve your circulatory health and good harmony.
“When people are highly stressed mainly the neck and back muscles are affected,” explained Dr. Valentina, a Naturopathic physician trained in acupuncture, herbal medicine and homeopathy at Luthan Hotel Spas, “the healing cups are the best option for relieving stress because it will remove any blockage and improve blood circulation in that area. It leaves the back and neck relaxed.” Inside the therapy room, clients are positioned facedown on the massage table. Fresh slices of ginger are placed in a purposeful pattern on the back, following meridian lines or the paths of energy across the body. The ginger aids in detoxification and particularly helps heal respiratory illness.
vacuum. The skin and muscle tingle with pressure, which can be slightly uncomfortable at times, but not painful. Don’t be fooled into thinking a cupping session might feel like a trip to the doctor’s office. The spa stays true to its signature luxury style by adding a deep tissue foot and leg massage into the treatment. As the cups are working their medicinal magic, the pressurepoint massage on the lower appendages helps to further relax the body.
The mildly heated cups are then placed over the ginger, adhering to the skin to create a
Once the cups are removed, aromatic oil is gently applied to sooth the skin and muscles.
“Cupping is not superficial healing,” explained Dr. Valentina, “it’s based on Chinese traditional medicine. In our body we have meridian lines that relate to every organ. Meridian lines have an energy flow that promotes circulation to the organs but when the median lines are blocked, it leads to disease. Cupping therapy removes blockage, so it not only provides muscular relief, but promotes the health of the lymphatic system and other organs.”
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DUA’AS TO REMEMBER THIS
RAMADAN
As the Prophet (PBUH) mentioned, “Nothing could change the qadar except dua’a.” [Sahih Al Jami’] By Kareem El Sayed
The Four Categories Since Ramadan is all about piety and improvement, pray and beg Allah to improve you. Pick two aspects of your religion that you would like to improve and pray earnestly that Allah helps you with them. Maybe you have not perfomed Hajj or umrah yet? Make dua’a asking Allah to give you the opportunity to perform the pilgrimages. Do you to shed a bad habit? Or do you want to build a new one like praying in the mosque regularly? This is your chance to ask Allah to your heart’s content.
Life
One of the first dua’as we come across during taraweeh is “Our Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good…” [Surat Albaqarah, Chapter 2, Verse 201].
Allah teaches us to pray for the life of this world. So ask for Allah’s help from the bottom of your heart. Do you need help with your marriage, job, house, car or health? This is the time to ask Allah.
Hereafter
The next part of the previously mentioned dua’a is “… and in the Hereafter [that which is] good …” Since our ultimate destination is the next life, we ought to dedicate part of our prayers to having an enjoyable afterlife too. Putting the dua’a in this order does not mean one is more important than the other. Do you want to sit with the Prophet (PBUH) in Paradise? Or maybe see and speak to your Creator? Is there an aspect of Hellfire that you find particularly terrifying? Seek Allah’s protection from it.
Others
Ramadan is not a time to be selfish. This is why Allah makes it obligatory upon us to give Zakat Al Fitr, and also helps us unite our community during taraweeh and Eid. When you’re
making du’aa think of your family, friends, the community and everyone at large. By praying for them, we will also get the added blessings of having the angels say ‘Ameen’ to those dua’as and praying for us as well. [Sunan Abi Dawud]
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Religion
WEDAD CHARITY SPEAKS OUT Hussein Bahry established Wedad Charity Foundation to be the voice of children with anonymous lineage. What makes Wedad Charity Foundation different from all the other foundations? Wedad Charity Foundation focuses on cases of children with anonymous lineage and aims to provide a safe, stable and nurturing environment that would allow them to thrive and develop. At the foundation we truly strive to open the minds and hearts of society to those cases. We have social workers and health and psychology specialists that monitor and provide guidance to the children. We are also establishing a high standard research center that deals with these cases.
What is the age range for children at the foundation? How many have been taken in by families? We have newborns up until two year olds. We are in the process of completing the fostering procedure of 21 children by approved families, and 124 are currently being fostered.
How does the foundation assess the families that take in the children? It monitors the family on a regular basis. Representatives of Wedad pay visits to these families to see how well the child is coping.
STEPS TO FOSTER A BABY 1- Fill application in the foundation 2- Bring ID and Family Card 3- Letter of Acknowledgment from the neighborhood mayor 4- Letter of Acknowledgment from three friends or relatives 5- Approval letter from husband 6- Letter from employer Fostering is about opening up 7- Results of all medical texts your heart, so enjoy the blessings 8- Letter of good behavior from of having a foster child. employer/ neighborhood mayor
How does the foundation deal with the children's education? When the children come of age, they will join governmental schools. Their teachers will be involved with them to enable them to cope better and easier.
What criteria does the foundation set for families that want to take in children? • The family must be Saudi. • Compatible skin color between the family and the baby. • The wife must be less than 50 years old. • Couple must be healthy and free of any diseases. • Couple must be of good behavior and reputation. • Infertile couples married for two years or less are eligible. Otherwise a couple must be married for five years. • Breastfeeding is mandatory either facilitated by vitamins or done by a relative. Web: wedad.org
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By Maryam Al Dabbagh
We all go through periods of worry, desperation and just plain hopelessness in our lives. We feel as though we’re stuck in a hole in the ground, with no way out and no compass to guide us. Sometimes, we’re in need of a guide to stick a GPS in our hands and point us in the right direction, to allow us to realize that it’s not
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actually a hole we’re in – it’s a tunnel, and we can see the light at the end of it, just around the next bend. Ahmed Emara is one of those people whose inspirational lectures, quotes and stories provide encouragement to everyone – whether you’re going through tough times or if you just need a little pickme-up to get you through your day with a smile.Emara is an
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AHMED EMARA A motivational lecturer,
Egyptian with a great deal of international experience as both a student and a teacher. Beginning with his bachelor’s degree in Islamic psychology from a university in Saudi Arabia and ending with two PhDs in psychology and parapsychology from universities in the US, he had a very intriguing education, which he utilizes to the maximum in his inspirational work. His professional background in psychology can be seen in each and every one of his videos, lectures and articles. Combined with a sincere dosage of faith grounded upon Islamic principles, Emara’s work demonstrates that a symbiosis of two worlds can truly be found between the spiritual wisdom in Islam and the scientific knowledge of the West. In his videos, he combines excellent public speaking skills burnished by
lucidity and confidence, with a genuine message that anyone in the audience will find value in. His many thoughtful articles urge readers to look beyond any lackadaisical practice of religion, in mere shallow actions alone. Emara tells us to go deeper than just following traditions blindly; to choose and practice what one truly believes in order to bring about a better and more fulfilling life for themselves and others.
This awareness can only come about when one chooses to employ their God-given intelligence to exercise this important choice, and only
then can one find true value in worship. Emara also complements this with many self-help articles that urge readers to think positively in order to bring about truly positive changes in their lives. Emara’s work is well worth looking into, and is yet another example of an excellent force for change in the religious community.
Learn more about Emara and read his eye-opening articles on his website. Web: ahmedemara.net Email: info@ahmedemara.net DrAhmedEmara DrAhmedEmara a.3emara
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OPTIMISM If pessimistic thoughts and actions persist, they could be the roots to future problems. Who knew being optimistically happy would be the world’s cure?
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By Sarah Alruwaily and Nada Megbil
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‘Urwah ibn Al Zubair (ra) had to have his leg amputated.
While a friend was visiting him, he said, “If you came to give me condolence for the loss of my leg, I already submitted to Allah with patience to reward me for its loss.” But the guest told him, “I came to inform you that your son fell down in a stable, the animal stepped over him and he passed away.”
He said: “Oh Allah! You took one child, and left me many. You took one organ from my body, and left me many organs. Oh Allah! You tested me with my body, and you were kind to leave me with good health. You tested me with the loss of my son, but you were kind in leaving me the rest of my children.”
Everybody has the ability to change the way they think.
A simple alteration to your thinking style can go a long way to improving yourself. Optimism describes how a person is always looking for the best in any situation and expecting good things to happen.
See, it’s easy to hate and take out your anger on the world.
What’s difficult is searching through the hatred for that one silver lining, bottling up that anger inside of you and locking it up in your mental basement. It may seem hopeless at times to put in effort to operate that hint of optimism in yourself but what if I said all your problems would shrink if you initialized your optimistic filter? Findings from a Dutch study, which was focused on the relationship between optimism and depression, showed that when compared to optimists, pessimists were more likely to develop depressive disorders. Other studies showed a correlation between pessimism and lower resistance to stress, lower quantities of motivation and lower overall life satisfaction. Mental health is the most obvious influence of mentality.
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ALFURSAN AWARDS Alfursan won the 2015 Freddie Awards for Middle East and Asia/Oceania Airlines, as the Up and Coming Program of the Year.
UAE Nationals Exempted from Schengen The European Parliament adopted new regulations allowing UAE nationals to travel to the Schengen zone without visas. UAE is the first Arab nation to be granted free entry to the Schengen area.
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Park Hyatt’s Summer
Enjoy your summer with Park Hyatt Jeddah’s three nights package. It includes breakfast at Nafoura restaurant and complimentary Internet access in addition to your choice of either a spa treatment at Seba or Evania or dinner at Andalusia restaurant (once per stay). This offer is valid from June 5 until Aug. 31. Tel : +966-12-2639666
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The Oberoi Dubai Embraces the Spirit of Ramadan Experience the Arabian cuisine among an authentic ambience during Ramadan as you enjoy your delectable dinner at Al Majlis, a traditional Arabian tent at the Grand Ballroom of the hotel.
King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah is preparing to receive about 20,000 flights accommodating up to 7 million pilgrims by the end of Ramadan.
Haramain High Speed Rail Updates
The Haramain High Speed Rail Project in Jeddah and Makkah is almost ready. The train between Madina and Rabigh is set to embark on its trial after Ramadan. As for the train between Makkah and Jeddah, it will operate by the end of 2016.
Cheval Blanc Randheli Eid Offer
Book your stay at Cheval Blanc Randheli in the Maldives and enjoy special Eid offers. Stay a minimum of four nights for the price of three. During: 15-30 July 2015 Web: ovholidays.com
Meydan and Bab Al Shams Awards The Meydan Hotel and Bab Al Shams Resort and Spa of Meydan Hotels and Hospitality, were selected as the Middle East’s Leading Sports Resort and the Middle East’s Leading Desert Resort at the 22nd Annual World Trade Awards.
Cruise Greece and Italy Enjoy an eight day cruise of Greece and Italy as you leave from Istanbul. Embark on a journey aboard the Celebrity Equinox and relax.
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Carlson Rezidor’s New Park Inn Property in Saudi Carlson Rezidor hotel group announced two new Park Inn properties by Radisson hotels. The group’s first properties in Makkah and Najran will open in 2016. The one in Makkah will feature 330 rooms, while in Najran, the hotel will consist of 120 rooms.
SAUDI’S WORLD’S LARGEST HOTEL Abraj Kudai will become the world’s largest hotel located in Makkah. The project will have a total built area of 1.4 million square meter. The $3.5 billion project will comprise of 12 towers with a total of 10,000 rooms, 70 restaurants, rooftop helipads, royal floors and more.
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UNDER THE
ITALIAN SUN
We visited Italy to see luxury carmaker Maserati collaborating with renowned fashion house Ermenegildo Zegna to bring together a limited edition of Maserati cars. By Mohammed Mirza
Day 1 We arrived in Milan airport and from there we were taken to the small picturesque town of Stresa, which lies on the shores of Lake Maggiore in Northern Italy. There we were taken to our hotel, the Hotel des Iles Borromees where we checked in and had some free time to ourselves.
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What then followed was a press conference at the Hemmingway suite. It was in this very same suite where renowned writer Ernest Hemmingway stayed and is believed to write much of what is arguably his best work, “A Farewell to Arms.� At the press conference, done over a casual dinner, we had the chance to meet two inspiring individuals: CEO of Maserati, Harald J. Wester and the CEO of Ermenegildo Zegna, Gildo Zegna. The two CEOs discussed the possibility of a collaboration. The idea initially faced a few initial setbacks like any other project, but overcoming all odds, it has managed to see the light of day.
CEO of Maserati, Harald J. Wester (right) CEO of Ermenegildo Zegna, Gildo Zegna (left)
It was more than just two companies collaborating; it was two great Italian business houses with rich heritage and dedication for the finest quality coming together. Following a dynamic question and answer session at the press conference we were taken for a delectable Italian dinner. They say Italians love their food, and we realized the famous proverb even more over our dinner. Where everyone, from the chef to the diners seemed to be passionate about the food.
Day 2 For the second day, we had an experience akin to an episode of Top Gear. After a technical briefing we were given Maserati sedans, the Quattroporte and Ghibli. We drove the Ghibli to the commune of Trivero, which was an hour’s drive away. The
journey was remarkable, with the sun glinting on our gleaming car as we made our way through picture-postcard terrain. Trivero is home to the former house of the Zegna family, the Casa Zegna. The ancestral home now serves as an archive –museum. We met and were given a tour of the house by no other than the Zegna family.
We then visited the Zegna mill. Here, we learnt how the finest luxury suiting Ermenegildo Zegna is famous for is made. There was an archive room where samples of all cloth produced in Zegna’s factory is archived along with a document that mentions the manufacturing procedure of each. Some archives date back to around 100 years ago.
Manualy cleaning the cashmere.
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Afterwards we went for lunch at the Bucaneve Restaurant. The restaurant is famous for using local ingredients and still adhering to traditional recipes. After looking at a nondescript menu I was a little apprehensive but once the food started coming in, my worries went away and I started to indulge in the scrumptious Italian cuisine. After lunch, we went to the Balocco Race Track – the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles proving ground. The sight of it was absolutely breathtaking; the tracks go on for miles even beyond the horizon. The Maserati MC12, MC Stradale Centennial Edition and GranTurismo Sport – all entitled to their place among the finest sports cars in
Turin, Italy
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Maserati MC12
the world were waiting for us on the track. We got to experience their power, agility and handling to the fullest as we were driven in them by professional rally and race drivers. Following an exhilarating experience on the racetrack, we drove to the city of Turin. The city to us was like a mini Italy. It has all the essentials of what Italy has to offer in
the confines of a single city. From the modern architecture of cosmopolitan cities to the charming qualities of small towns up in the mountains, combined with the history of Italy’s ancient cities, Turin is a beautiful amalgam of it all.
Tour of Zegna factory.
We paid a visit to the National Museum of Cinema. The museum had an exhibit setup where we got to discover the technical side of movie making. The experience was like watching a film that revolves around us.
The entrance to Casa Zegna.
Day 3 We were one of the first group of journalists to ever enter Maserati’s state of the art factory. It is here where some of Maserati’s flagship cars are born and stamped with the recognizable Trident logo before being shipped all over the world. Once inside we saw cars at different stages in the highly modernized production line. It was a great experience to go behind the scenes and watch mechanical lifts move the cars from station to station and the final luxurious finished product
waiting for us at the end of the production line. The trip came to an end, but the overall journey starting from getting to experience Maserati’s latest lineup and Zegna’s luxurious textiles to breathtaking countryside landscapes and the finest Italian cuisine was definitely an unforgettable one.
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SPECIAL PLACES
Deerah
Land of the Unexpected Treasures
A local’s guide to navigating the most popular tourist destination. Addeerah is pretty popular with tourists visiting Riyadh. With the Masmak Palace nearby, and back alley shops filled with brass trinkets and camel dummies for them to take home, it’s the place tour guides go to when they want to show their charges an ‘authentic’ souq. But the area is so much more than the shallow surface its reputation scratches.
Municipality headquarters, the wholesale market, the biggest gold souk, as well as the Masmak Museum. Then there are the bisht sellers, the carpet hawkers and the farwa specialists. It’s also placed close to Abu Swailem Street, the one end all for all crafting and gift supplies. And every year, the city’s Eid celebrations are held there as well.
As a major hub in the city, Addeerah houses the Riyadh
Magical one stop for all things traditional, you say? Yes! It is.
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By Johara Al Mogbel
Eid celebrations
HERE’S OUR TOP FIVE PLACES TO EXPERIENCE IN ADDEERAH: 1- Watch the Bisht Makers Sew Their Wares
There’s an area in Deerah where the bisht shops convene, and to entice customers to walk in, a tailor can usually be found working on the gold hems of the bishts in a seat on the pavement. Stop to watch how this traditional Saudi clothing is made, and feel free to ask questions.
2- Shop for Gems and Custom Made Jewelry in Thmairy Eid celebrations
Taibah has its fine share of jewelers, but Thmairy in Deerah has more stores, and a lot more options. Loose gems can be found here, as well. Buy ghawayesh (gold bangle), fix or polish any old jewelry, or simply window shop the dazzling displays.
3- Dig Into History in the Vintage Shops
In the back of Thmairy, in which I like to call ‘the secret garden of stuff’, there are a number of shops that sell the oddest collections of historical relics. From watches with Saddam’s face on them to currencies of random countries, these places used to make child me very happy. Sometimes you’ll find them, sometimes you won’t. They’re kind of like the Room of Requirement, now that we think of it.
4- Buy Traditional Arabic Carpets, or the Components of a ‘Majlis Arabi’
Traditional Saudi living rooms used to be on the ground, with seats made of a traditional red wool or cotton pattern. Deerah is filled with shops that sell these, along with other paraphernalia to stock your themed living room with. They even sell patterned wool bags.
5- Visit the Deerah Masjid
The entrance to this particular masjid is one of the prettiest design feats in the city, in our opinion. It’s a perfect meld of modern architecture and traditional Saudi design, and it’s all done so well. Buy some mukasarat (nuts) from a street seller and do some pigeon watching in the little garden by the masjid during athaan for a tranquil experience. All that, and it barely skims the surface of all the area has to offer.
fake vintage bric-a-brac
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EXPLORE KSA
Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque The Pride of Jouf
Despite being one of the oldest mosques in the world, this ancient Saudi mosque continues to be rather unheard-of. By Mohammed Mirza
It was just barren desert and as we approached closer to the city of Sakaka I saw circles of green irrigated fields measuring hundreds of meters in diameter. It was an amazing contrast seeing vast tracts of desert intermingling with circular fields of fertile farmland.
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It was my first ever trip to the northern part of the country, I kept peeking from the window of the aircraft to catch sight of the new landscape. What astonished me most was the fact that there were hardly any mountains in this part of the country especially coming from craggy Hijaz.
I landed at Jouf airport, and made my way to Sakaka located some 30 kilometers away from the airport. The street was wide and lined with short olive trees almost like I was in a country near the Mediterranean. After catching up with a friend who lives in Sakaka, we made our way to the historic town of Domat Al Jandal, where the remarkable Omar Bin Al Khattab mosque stands. It is believed that Omar (RA) ordered the construction of the mosque on his return from Bait Al Maqdis in Jerusalem. The mosque’s construction is dated back to over 1,300 years making it one of the most important historic, cultural, and heritage landmarks in the country and a prominent tourist attraction in the northern province of Jouf. As we approached the center of the small town of Domat Al Jandal we saw brown colored signboards pointing towards the historic part of the city.
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We reached it and soon after noticed a lofty minaret standing tall from the surrounding historic ruins of an ancient housing quarters. The minaret stands adjacent to Omar Bin Al Khattab mosque and is said to be one of the oldest in the world. It measures about 12.7 meters and is the most striking feature of the mosque. Despite the recent proliferation of buildings and television towers, the soaring minaret gives a distinctively Islamic look to the skyline of the ancient dwelling. DESTINATIONRYD.COM 83
The actual mosque is below ground level, so we had to descend two flights of stairs to reach it. The entrance of the mosque is quite small compared to the prayer halls it leads to. Cobblestone pathways led us to the quadrangle courtyard of the mosque. It was rather empty and serene. The mosque is divided in two parts. On the northern part is the original structure and opposite to that is a much later extension to the mosque. We first entered the more recent structure, which surprisingly doesn’t have a door. There were prayer rugs in the mosque, which show that prayer is held even to this day in the historic mosque. The structure is made of uneven stones adjoined with mortar. The prayer hall is noticeably wide in width and short in length. Numerous pillars form the basis of the structure with uneven arches between them, all affixed by beams of wood. The roof of the building is made from straw and reinforced with logs of wood. Lanterns hang from the ceiling, which give a historical feel to the mosque. We then proceeded toward the older part of the mosque, which has small wooden doors that seem relatively new. But once inside it seems as if much of the original structure remains, with a similar straw roof and uneven stones in its walls.
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Surprisingly, the access to the top of both structures is open to the public and a path of rutted stairs leads to the top. I’d decided not to walk on the roof as some of the other tourists, as to me the roof appeared to be fragile and I didn’t want to damage a heritage structure such as this one.
There were many more places in Dumat Al Jandal we had to explore, most of which were in a close vicinity to the mosque so without further ado we made our way out of the mosque and head towards the other sites the ancient city houses.
HISTORIC SAUDI
Petroglyphs At Shuwaymis An example of Saudi Arabian rock art. By Mohammed Mirza
Rock art sites in Saudi Arabia are among the oldest and richest in terms of content depicted in the entire Arabian Peninsula. This site at Shuwaymis is one of the best examples of Saudi Arabian rock art. Located close to the village of Hait in Hail Province, these ancient petroglyphs at Shuwaymis are just as remarkable but not as popular as the ones at Jubbah in the north. The site became famous only recently in 2001 when a school principal, Mamdouh Al Rasheedi, spotted it. It is however said that Bedouins of the region were aware of the site prior to it.
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The petroglyphs portray ancient biodiversity found in the region including cheetahs, ibex and cattle. They depict hunting scenes, in which men are seen carrying bows and arrows and using hunting dogs that are believed to be salukis. On the eastern side of the site, a huge panel of camels, dating to a later period is found. Close to it are deeply carved footprints that are believed to be of the Neolithic Era. There is also an impressive 2-meter image of a lion.
Considering the era they belong to, which was far removed from the most basic tools and materials, it is quite astounding to see the detail of form that is depicted in the rock art at Shuwaymis.
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MEXICAN BUFFALO’S Tahlia St. Tel: +966-11-2792123 EL CHICO’S Exit 5 Tel: +966-11-4640385 FAJITA AVENUE Al Hamra Tel: +966-11-4644999 TAKO HUT Faisaliyyah Mall Tel: 920000129
MIDDLE-EASTERN ABDUL WAHAB Tahlia St. Tel: +966-11-2934111
GHOUZI Al Rawdah, Khuraish St. Tel: +966-11-4934162 KARAM BEIRUT Tahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4161717 KOSHARY EXPRESS Jarir St. Tel: +966-11-4728881 LEBANESE CORNER Olaya (Talateen St.) Tel: +966-11-2170555 MAMA NOURA Dabab St. Tel: +966-11-4622195 MAREEZ King Abdullah St. Tel: +966-11-4508877 SHAWERMA HOUSE Prince Mamdouh St. Tel: +966-11-2191999 SHAWERMAMA Abdullah Bin Rawaha St Tel: +966-11-2936644
INDIAN ALADDIN Kingdom Center Tel: +966-11-2112150
CHINESE CANTON Olaya St. Tel: +966-11-4520584 CHINESE GOLDEN PALACE Olaya Dist. Tel: +966-11-4655127 GOLDEN DRAGON Olaya Dist. Tel: +966-11-4645136 GULF ROYAL Olaya St. Tel: +966-11-4631622 MIRAGE RESTAURANT Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-11-4834127 NOODLE HOUSE Centria Mall, Olaya St. Tel: +966-11-2939969 PEKING Suliamaniyah Tel: +966-11-4765250 SEASONS Madina St., Exit 28 TAAL Olaya Dist. Tel: +966-11-2734383
JAPANESE FURUSATO Tahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4657648 HAYAT Prince Mansoor bin Abdul Aziz St. Tel: +966-11-4042655 LA SANI King Fahad Rd. Tel: +966-11-4655666 MARHABA Olaya St. Tel: +966-11-4622070 SAMURAI Faisaliah Mall & Kingdom Mall Tel: +966-11-2734386 SHOGUN Radisson Blu Hotel Tel: +966-11-4791234 SUSHI YOSHI Al Dabab St. Tel: +966-11-8120055 TOKYO Ouruba St. Tel: +966-11-4605672 YOKARI Centria Mall, 2nd Floor Tel: +966-11-2886999
SAUDI AL SUDDA Oruba St. Tel: +966-11-4800111 SHAWAYA HOUSE Khalid Bin Al Waleed St. Mob: +966-557819214 SHEIKH AL MANDY Dabab St. Tel: +966-11-4644099
SEA FOOD AMO HAMZA Olaya St. Tel: +966-11-2316148 DOE King Abdullah St. Tel: +966-11-4887080 DR. OCEAN Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-11-4708647 FOUNTAIN FISH Al Malaz Dist. Tel: +966-11-2158888
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KLM ROYAL DUTCH AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4771026 www.klm.com
AIR CANADA Tel: +966-11-4772228 www.aircanada.ca AIR FRANCE Tel: +966-11-2885218 www.airfrance.com AIR INDIA Tel: +966-11-4786409 www.airindia.com AIR NIGERIA Tel: +966-11-4626165 www.myairnigeria.com AMERICAN AIRLINES–AA Tel: +966-11-4625993 www.aa.com
CYPRUS AIRWAYS Tel: +966-11-4640391 www.cyprusair.com DELTA AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4613688 www.delta.com EGYPT AIR Tel: +966-11-4784004 www.egyptair.com
SUDAN AIRWAYS Tel: +966-11-4720040 www.sudanair.com
KUWAIT AIRWAYS Tel: +966-11-4631218 www.kuwait-airways.com
SWISS AIR Tel: +966-11-4789745 www.swissair.com
LUFTHANSA Tel: 8001245550 www.lufthansa.com
TAM BRAZILIAN AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4633133 www.tam.com.br
MALAYSIA AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4784039 www.malaysiaairlines.com
ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4782140 www.flyethiopian.com ETIHAD AIRWAYS Tel: +966-11-4197722 www.etihadairways.com GARUDA INDONESIA Tel: +966-11-2937690 www.garudaindonesia.com
GULF AIR Tel: +966-11-4626666 www.gulfair.com JAPAN AIRLINES–JAL Tel: +966-11-4645056 www.jal.com
THAI AIRWAYS Tel: +966-11-4766766 www.thaiairways.com
AL ROMAIZAN TRAVEL AGENCY Tel: +966-11-4652100 www.romaizan.com AL SARH TRAVEL & TOURISM Tel: +966-11-4941111 www.alsarh.com.sa AL SAGER TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4827979 AL SARAH TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4647480 AL SARH TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4627000 AL TASHELAT TRAVELS Tel: +966-11-4034477 AL TAYYAR TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4633133 www.altayyargroup.com AMJAD TRAVEL & TOURISM Tel: +966-11-41161737 www.amjadtravel.com
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TURKISH AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4000287 www.turkishairlines.com
PAKISTAN INT’L AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4659600 www.piac.com.pk
UNITED AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4772228 www.united.com
HAYA TOUR Al Nozha Dist. Tel: +966-11-4507176
YEMENIA AIRWAYS Tel: +966-11-4039282 www.yemenia.com
KINGDOM WINGS TRAVEL AGENCY Tel: +966-11-4625544
QANTAS AIRWAYS Tel: +966-11-4772228 www.qantas.com.au QATAR AIRWAYS Tel: +966-11-21180424 www.qatarairways.com ROYAL AIR MOROCCO Tel: +966-11-47741100 www.royalairmaroc.com
GERMAN WINGS AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4632004 www.germanwings.com
TAROM ROMANIAN AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-5788935 www.tarom.ro
AL RASHEED AWNINGS FACTORY Tel: +966-11-4059031
OLYMPIC AIR Tel: +966-11-4644596 www.olympicair.com
PHILIPPINE AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-2160530 www.philippine airlines.com
EMIRATES AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4655485 www.emirates.com
SRILANKAN AIRLINES www.srilankan.lk
KOREAN AIR Tel: +966-11-4658222 www.koreanair.com
MIDDLE EAST AIRLINES BIMAN BANGLADESH AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4614670 www.mea.com.lb Tel: +966-11-4623537 www.biman-airlines.com NAS AIR Tel: +966-11-2171800 BRITISH AIRWAYS www.flynas.com Tel: +966-11-4645550 www.britishairways.com
SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS – SAA Tel: +966-11-4633133 www.flysaa.com
ROYAL JORDANIAN Tel: +966-11-2180850 www.rj.com SAUDI ARABIAN AIRLINES Tel: 920022222 www.saudiairlines.com SINGAPORE AIRLINES Tel: +966-11-4734102 www.singaporeair.com
TRAVEL AGENCIES ABC TRAVEL AGENCY & CARGO Tel: +966-11-4631600 ACE TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4648701 www.ace-travel.com AL ABBAD TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4778736 AL AHMADIAH TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4656668 AL MOUWASAT TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4160580 AL NAIEM TRAVEL & TOURISM Tel: +966-11-4655698 AL RAJHI TRAVEL Tel: +966-11-4566900
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HOTELS AL FAISALIAH HOTEL King Fahad Rd. Tel: +966-11-2732000 AL KHOZAMA HOTEL Olaya Rd. Tel: +966-11-4654650 AL MASHREQ BOUTIQUE HOTEL Orubah Road Tel: +966-11-2834777
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL RIYADH MINHA Old Airport Rd. Tel: +966-11-8749200
LUTHAN HOTEL AND SPA A WOMEN ONLY HOTEL Orubah Rd. Tel: +966-11-4807799
RADISSON BLU HOTEL Al Mubarakiah Plaza King Abdul Aziz St. Tel: +966-11-4791234
MADAREEM CROWN HOTEL King Khalid International Airport Rd. Tel: +966-11-2758888
RIYADH MARRIOTT HOTEL Al Maather St. Tel: +966-11-4779300
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RIYADH PALACE HOTEL Ministries Area Tel: +966-11-4054444 SHERATON RIYADH HOTEL & TOWERS Olaya Junction of King Fahad & King Abdullah Rd. Tel: +966-11-4543300 THE RITZ-CARLTON RIYADH Hada Area, Makkah Rd. Tel: +966-11-8028020 VIVIENDA HOTEL VILLAS Prince Turki Street Tel: +966-11-4002200 Granada Oasis Tel: +966-11-5118000
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL Kingdom Center Tel: +966-11-2115000
BURJ RAFAL HOTEL KEMPINSKI King Fahad Road Tel: +966-11-5117777
GOLDEN TULIP ANDALUSIA Olaya Rd. Tel: +966-11-4611000
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ENT CENTER Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-4802229 MAYIEZ MEDICAL Olaya Tel: +966-11-2169999
BEAUTY CLINICS AL MANIHAL CENTER Diplomatic Quarter Tel: +966-11-4881069 AL SAFEER Al Naseem Tel: +966-11-2050810
PEARL’S SMILE Sulaimaniya Tel: +966-11-4646334
APOLLO Tel: 920027070 AYAN CONSULTATIVE King Fahad Rd. Tel: +966-11-2725555 AYMA CONSULTATIVE King Abdullah Rd. Tel: +966-11-2635555 BEAUTY CORNER King Fahad Rd. Mob: +966-543300557 www.beautycorner.co FOUR SALON & NAIL SPA Diplomatic Quarter Tel: +966-11-2014444 www.www.four.com.sa MALESA Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-4888831 MED ART CLINICS Olaya Main St. Tel: 920000045 OBAGI HOSPITAL Makkah Rd. Tel: +966-11-4627111 PLATINIUM Khurais Rd. Tel: +966-11-2097777 THE BRITISH CENTER King Fahad Rd. Tel: +966-11-2795555
CLINICS ATTADAWE King Abdullah Rd. Tel: +966-11-2780211 CONSULTING CENTER Tel: +966-11-4555545 CZECH CENTER Infront of King Saud University Tel: 920002737 Tel: + 966-11-4877855
THE EYE CENTER Tel: +966-11-4623094 www.eyecenter.com.sa
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YIBREEN Off of Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-4411115
HOSPITALS ABAS MEDICAL GROUP Rawda-Hamra-Dabab Tel: 920000172
RIYADH MEDICAL Orouba St. Tel: +966-11-4653060
MEN
APPLE FITNESS Tel: +966-11-4538800
ADMA Makkah Rd. Tel: +966-11-4660000
SAUDI SUGEONS Tahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4653030
BODY MASTERS Tel: 920000626 Tel: +966-11-4875531
SSC Tel: +966-11-2335000
FITNESS TIME Tel: 920003131
ALAMAL COMPLEX FOR MENTAL HEALTH Al Khuzami Dist. Tel: +966-11-4804548 www.alamal.med.sa
URANUS MEDICAL Orouba St. Tel: +966-11-4657000
GOLD’S GYM Tel: +966-11-6912077
WHITE WING MEDICAL Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-4834286
DENTAL CLINICS AAGI DENTAL CENTER Tel: +966-11-2080107 DIMA DENTAL Tahlia St. Tel: +966-11-4661200 GAMA DENTAL CLINIC King Abdulaziz Road Tel: +966-11- 4542929 Mob: +966-534542929 NOBLE SMILE Abdullah Al Angary St. Tel: +966-11-4197740 RAMAH DENTAL Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-4800931
LIFE FITNESS Tel: +966-11-2061133 UP SCALE CLUB King Fahad Rd. Tel: +966-11-4871502
WOMEN
AL JAFEL HOSPITAL Western Ring Rd. Tel: +966-11-4322222 www.aljafelhospital.com AL MOUWASAT HOSPITAL Western Ring Rd., Exit 114 Tel: +966-11-4455555
AL MULTAKA LADIES Tel: +966-11-4783388
DALLAH HOSPITAL Tel: +966-11-4720777
CURVES Olaya St. Tel: +966-11-4633219
DR. ABDUL RAHMAN AL MISHARI HOSPITAL Olaya Dist. Tel: +966-11-4657700 http://drabdulrahman almishari.com.sa
KINETICO Tel: +966-11-2815595 Mob: + 966-530034010 LUTHAN HOTEL & SPA Tel: +966-11-4807799 LUMIERE Olaya Tel: +966-11-2169030
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AL HAMMADI HOSPITAL Khalid ibn Yazid Muawiyah St. Tel: +966-11-4643312 www.hammadi.com
AL MANIHAL CENTER Diplomatic Quarter Tel: +966-11-4881069
SANAYA DENTAL Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-2174888
AL HOKAMA Mallaz Tel: +966-11-4797777
AL FALAH INT’L Tel: +966-11-4463737 www.alfalah.com.sa
SCENTED Tel: +966-11-2112003 SPECTRUM Mob: +966-552007897 Olaya Main St.
DR. SULAIMAN AL HABIB Olaya Medical Complex Tel: +966-11-4622224 www.drsulaimanalhabib.com GREEN CRESCENT Abdul Malik Bin Marwan St. Tel: +966-11-4644434 www.gch.com.sa KING ABDULAZIZ UNIVERSITY King Abdul Aziz Rd. Tel: +966-11-4775524 www.medicine.ksu.edu.sa
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KING FAHAD MEDICAL CITY (KFMC) Makkah Rd. Tel: 8001277000 KINGDOM HOSPITAL Tel: +966-11-2751111
SULTAN BIN ABDULAZIZ HUMANITARIAN CITY Exit 6 Tel: +966-11-5620000
PHARMACIES ADHWAA AL SEHA Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-4887455
KING FAISAL SHRC Al Zahrawi St. Tel: +966-11-4647272 www.kfshrc.edu.sa KING KHALED EYE SPECIALIST HOSPITAL Oruba Branch St. Tel: +966-11-4821234 www.kkesh.med.sa KING SAUD MEDICAL CITY Al Imam Abdul Aziz ibn Saud St. Tel: +966-11-4355555 www.ksmc.med.sa MAGHRABI HOSPITAL Tel: +966-11-4455049 www.maghrabi.com.sa NATIONAL GUARD HEALTH King Abdulaziz Medical City Tel: +966-11-8011111 www.ngha.med.sa OBIED SPECIALIZED Al Farazdaq Rd. Tel: +966-11-4767222
AL DIMISHQI Prince Abdullah Rd. Tel: +966-11-4707887 AL FARABI Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-11-4880843 AL HOZAIMI Ibn Sulaiman Commercial Center Tel: +966-11-4722054 AL JAZA Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-11-4642072 AL LIZAM Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-11-4655595 AL MOWASA 3 Prince Abdullah Rd. Tel: +966-11-4568598 AL MUTANABBI Jareer St. Tel: +966-11-2910981
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RIYADH CARE HOSPITAL Tel: +966-11-4933000 www.riyadhcare.com RIYADH MILITARY Makkah Rd. Tel: +966-11-4791000 www.rmh.med.sa
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AL THALATHEEN Talatheen St. Tel: +966-11-4623529
NOORANA PHARMACY Al Malaz Tel: +966-11-4785006
AL SHAMSIA Jamal Center Tel: +966-11-4057296 ARAC HEALTH CARE Talatheen St. Tel: +966-11-4645107 ASIR PHARMACY Prince Abdullah Rd. Tel: +966-11-4811629 DAR AL DANA Abdullah Bin Sulaiman Al Hamdan Tel: +966-11-4643373
OLAYA INTERNATIONAL Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-11-4160349 PRINCE PHARMACY Talatheen St. Tel: +966-11-4611418 RAJAA PHARMACY 2 Oruba St. Tel: +966-11-4624942 RIYADH CORNER Jareer St. Tel: +966-11-4780759
MAZIN PHARMACY Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-11-4624562
SARA SPECTRUM MEDICAL PHARMACY Akkariya Buildings Tel: +966-11-4601018
MEDICINE TIME Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-11-4569140
SHRAZAD Sitteen St. Tel: +966-11-4787047
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UNIVERSITY PHARMACY Akkariya Buildings Tel: +966-11-4191944
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