Saudi Arabia

A JOURNEY

Through the Decades

Around Town plus Dining Steak, 19th Century, Al-Seddah

Special Features Fashion Hajj: Then, Now, Fashion Trends, & The Future Look for Less

Issue 34 Nov 2011

A Time for Reflection…

EDITORIAL Editor-in-Chief Enas Hashani

Hajj transforms the bustling city of Jeddah into a microcosm of the world as pilgrims from around the globe pass through our city on their journey to Makkah and Madinah. The city swells with piety and celebration as millions gather in annual pilgrimage. Even if you’re not participating, you can’t help but become caught up in the excitement! This issue is loaded with Hajj stories and pictures as we share these blessed days with our readers.

Editorial Director

Celebrate Eid Al-Adha with traditional meals and family time. This Eid is fondly known as ‘The Meat Holiday’, but if you don’t feel like cooking at home, select one of the steak houses from our Steak Review for a delicious meal. For those of you who’ve never tried ‘madfoon’ – make this Eid special with a trip to Balad in search of this authentic Yemeni dish. Or become inspired by reading about the talented Chef Yousef and his fusion of Eastern and Western cuisine.

Carol Keyrouz

If you feel like hitting the road during this nice winter weather, read about the natural beauty of Taif and the Shifa Valley in our ‘Explore KSA’ section. There are so many lovely destinations within a day’s drive of Jeddah, plus you’ll escape the Hajj crowds in the main city. If you have the time, splurge on a private jet holiday after reading about the merits of flying private vs. commercial.

It’s something I’ve always wanted to do; gather your family and friends together for an impromptu vacation! Or simply spend your days shopping – our Fashion and Beauty pages are packed with tips to keep you feeling good and looking even better this month.

Islam places a high value on intention… behind every good deed lies the initial good thought. As the days of Hajj and Eid unfurl around us, let’s unite with the intention to make Jeddah, in all its diversity and color, the most beautiful city in the Middle East to reflect this joyous time of spirituality. Ameen.

Destination Jeddah is your guide to Jeddah and beyond…

Enas Hashani Editor-in-Chief editor@destinationjeddah.com

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Art Director

Walaa Al Attas

Senior Graphic Designer Mohammed Rashad KK

Graphic Designers Sarah Taibah Yousef Kurashi

Editorial Associates Maydah Hashani Nazeeha Jacobs Swalah Eshki

Fashion Editor Beauty Editor Nilo Haq

Photography

Abdullah Alsalih Heba Al-Attas Yousef Kurashi

Contributing Writers Dalya Bajunaid Fouzia Khan Yousra Elwi Nourah Alshubaily Rayan Khayat Habib Shaik

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Explore KSA

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Arts & Entertainment

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Fashion & Shopping

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Dining Around Town

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Travel Trends

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Healthy Living

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Time Busters

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10 Things

The Steps of Hajj

Taif, Al Shifa, and the Hada Valley

Courtyard Society Exhibition, Awad Abu Salah

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

Super Chef Yousef Khumayes, Steak, 19th Century, Al-Seddah

Private Jet, Travel News

Mayara Spa, Tony & Guy, Teach your kids

TV Shows & Book review

We Love About Jeddah 41 Art & Entertainment 50 Fashion & Shopping 63 Restaurants 71 Religious 76 Travel 86 Health & Beauty 89 General

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Useful Information Word on the street

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

Dear DJ, I love your new look – very colorful and graphic! I also enjoy the way you are constantly innovating with reviews and sections that are informative to your readers. The pizza roundup and the fashion/style sections were both great.

Loyal Reader Dear Editor, You recently published pictures of cupcakes named Goodies with a commentary which affects the reputation of our true products which are known by their famous quality. The images are NOT our products; unfortunately, there is somebody who used the name ‘Goodies’.

Our company Goodies has two shops in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, one is in the area of Al Tahlia and the second in Stars Avenue Mall; our products are sold only in these two shops.

Thank you.

Goodies Dear Goodies, Thank you for drawing our attention to this issue. There is a long-standing cupcake store named ‘Goodies’/’Atayeb’ in Jeddah which specializes in cupcakes; this store supplied pictures of their products for our cupcake review. We apologize to our readers for any confusion between Goodies the restaurant and Goodies: Atayeb the cupcake store.

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Dear DJ As avid readers of your publication, we would like to commend you on an outstanding publication. It’s a life line for many, especially non-Arabic readers!!

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Thoughts

to Ponder Do your children watch too much TV? How much is too much?

Rules certainly differ from family to family, but a sensible TV-watching policy for schoolage children is worth implementing. Studies show that children who have TVs in their own rooms are exposed to inappropriate shows and generally watch far more TV than their parents assume. Monitoring your children’s viewing is essential if you are concerned by negative peer or social pressures. Setting up some basic rules such as ‘No TV until you’ve finished your homework’ or ‘Only one hour of TV on school nights’ can give you peace of mind AND ensure that your child remains focused on academics during the school week. Without TV as an option, your children are free to explore other activities such as reading, cooking, puzzles, and other hobbies.

On weekends, the lure of family and friends may prove more enjoyable than hours spent in front of the TV…so try limiting TV watching and see what avenues of exploration open up for your children!

Thumbs up to...

MBC for Effective Self-Regulation

MBC channels are great in censoring just the right amount without affecting the show or movie. They have the latest and best shows, so it’s great letting the kids watch without worrying about what they are watching. It’s also convenient when you have company so you are not embarrassed if something inappropriate comes on! They have managed to do it just right, they even censor foul words/ language. We give them a big ‘thumbs up’ for all the hard work they put in to ensure that what we watch is familyfriendly. Thank you MBC! 8

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Thumbs down to...

Sexual Advertising We are disappointed to note that two popular sporting goods companies are using gratuitous and overtly physical imagery in their latest ads. Can’t they come up with more culturally appropriate visuals, not to mention refrain from using scantily clad women to market their products? Especially since they aim their products directly at the lucrative youth market? Companies should be aware of the unspoken messages clearly evident in their marketing campaigns.

We expect more intelligent advertising in the 21st century.

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Useful Information

City

November Weather

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Country Fact Sheet

Mini Temperature: 23*C-73*F Max Temperature: 34*C-93*F Sunshine Hours: 8 Probability of Rain: 5% Humidity: 65%

Country:

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Capital: Riyadh

Head of State:

King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Crown Prince: Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Population: 29،207،277 (72% Saudi, 27% foreign)

Population Growth:

1.75% (approx. 2% per year) (55% are under the age of 20)

Birth rate: 28.29 births/1,000 population (2010 est.)

Area: 2,149,640 sq. km Major Cities:

Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam.

Holy Cities:

Makkah, Madinah.

International Airports:

Jeddah: King Abdul Aziz Int’l.

Airport (Airport Code: JED) Madinah: Prince Muhammad Bin Abdul Aziz Airport / Riyadh: King Khaled Int’l Airport / Dammam: King Fahad Int’l Airport.

City: Jeddah Head of Region:

Prince Khalid Al-Faisal

Location:

West coast of Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea Distance between Jeddah & Makkah: 80km Distance between Jeddah & Madinah:405km

Inhabited Area:

Major Arabic Newspapers:

Al-Watan , Al Hayat, Al-Iqtisadiya, AlMadinah. Okaz & Al alsharq al awsat.

1,500 sq. km - Largest urban center in the Makkah province

3.4 million and the 2nd largest city in Saudi Arabia.

Jeddah Population:

Major English Newspapers:

Official Language:

IMPORTANT DATES:

Eid Al-Adha (The Feast of Sacrifice):

Saudi Gazette, Arab News.

National Day: Sept 23, 2011 Ramadan (The Holy Month of Fasting): August 1 - August 29, 2011

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Arabic. English is the second official language.

November 6, 2011

Calendar: The Hijri lunar calendar is the traditional measure of time and the Gregorian calendar is used as well in business. (1432/2011)

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Useful Information

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Country

Fact Sheet

Cut this out and keep in your wallet

Business & Banking Hours:

8/9AM - 4/5PM Sat-Wed, some are open on Thursdays for half a day 8/9AM - 1/2PM.

Weekend: Thursday- Friday.

Shopping Hours: 10AM - 1PM 5PM - 10/11PM

Currency:

Saudi Riyal (SR) - divided into 100 Halalas; Notes printed in 1 (one), 5 (five), 10 (ten), 20 (twenty), 50 (fifty), 100 (one hundred), 200 (two hundred), 500 (five hundred) Riyal denominations.

Currency Exchange Rates: 1.00 US Dollar (USD) = SR3.75 1.00 Euro (EUR) = SR5.23 1.00 British Pound (GBP) = SR5.94 1.00 Indian Rupee (INR) = SR0.079 1.00 Pakistan Rupee (PKR) = SR0.047 1.00 Phillippines Peso (PHP) = SR0.08

Electricity: 110V and 220V Country Code: 966

City Codes:

Riyadh: 01 3 GMT+

Time Zone:

Jeddah and Makkah: 02 Dammam, Dahran, Alkhobar and Jubail: 03 Madinah and Yanbu: 04

Abha and Najran: 07

TV National TV: Saudi Channel 1/ Saudi

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Channel 2 (English)/ Saudi Channel 3 (Sports)/ Al Ekhbariya News Satellite TV: Thousands of free channels from across the Middle East, Asia and Europe can be viewed using a satellite dish and receiver.

Premium Satellite Providers: OSN (Orbit Showtime Network): Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.osnetwork.com ART: Premium Arabic, Western, and Asian Entertainment www.artonline. tv DESTINATION JEDDAH

Emergencies : Information/ Maintenance: International Information.......905 Telephone Maintenance.........904 Telephone Directory.................905 Speaking Clock.........................1222 Mobily..........................................1100 STC...................................................902 Zain..................................................959

Radio Stations FM Channel Rotana Quraan Jeddah Radio AFN Panorama MBC FM

Mix FM Alif alif

88.0 89.9 92.6 93.7 102.0 103.0 103.9 107.0 105.5 101.0

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

Type Arabic pop Religious National News Western Music Arabic Pop Khaliji Music Western Music Techno Music Westren & Arabic Pop Arabic mix

Telephone, Mobile & Internet:

The main telephone service provider is STC – Saudi Telecom Company. The Main mobile service providers are STC, Mobily and Zain.

They also offer mobile Internet solutions *STC: www.stc.com/ *Mobily: www.mobily.com *Zain: www.zain.com To block commercial SMSs for STC users: Call 800-2444455 toll-free (24 hr service SatWed) or e-mail: Ecare@stc.com.sa Internet Service Providers: *Orbit Satellite internet: www.orbitsatnet.com *www.zajil.net, *awalnet.net.sa, * www.naseej.com, *www.shabakah.net.sa, * www.sol.net.sa, *cyberia.net.sa, *Nesma: www.nesma.net.sa

Transportation:

Air: Saudi Arabian Airlines - Nas Airlines Land: Bus: SAPTCO: National Bus Company offering transportation between most Saudi cities.

Inside the city: Taxis and Chauffeur companies.

Railroad: Only one passenger train service between Riyadh and Dammam.

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Events & Happenings

WHAT’S BEEN GOING ON...

COCA-COLA MIDDLE EAST & ENSAN: For the fourth consecutive year, Coca-Cola Middle East pledged 10% of the proceeds of Ramadan sales of Coca-Cola family size packages to Ensan the Saudi Charity Committee for Orphans Care. HRH Prince Faisal bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz, Chairman of Ensan, applauds Coca-Cola’s efforts.

Abdullah Al Aarak, Assistant GM at CocaCola Bottling Co. said, “We are committed to support our local community. The holy month of Ramadan is a time to support the well-being of orphans while also celebrating the spirit of giving.”

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF NIVEA: To celebrate its 100th Anniversary, NIVEA hosted a series of centenary events around KSA. The original NIVEA Crème began in 1911 with its unmistakable fragrance. Today the NIVEA family contains over 500 skin and beauty care products that are enjoyed by customers in more than 200 countries. 2011 saw the development of NIVEA Pure & Natural containing natural, organic ingredients.

SONY ERICSSON XPERIA ARC S: Sony Ericsson’s super-slim, super-fast Xperia arc S is currently due for release on the 19th of November. Upping the ante with a still-single core 1.4GHz processor, 4.2” Reality Display and ability to capture images in 3D, this new addition to the Xperia™ family comes in a fetching, fashion-forward white gloss livery and is priced at SR 1,999.

The device also offers Sony’s award winning Exmor R™ mobile image sensor, as well as access to top social media feeds including Facebook inside Xperia™, and the extensive world of Android™ comprising over 250,000 applications.

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Events & Happenings

NEW FURNITURE COLLECTION FROM ALSHAYA HOME: Alshaya Home is proud to release new lines of furniture from their renowned brands And So To Bed and Becara. Some of the latest beds from English brand And So To Bed feature glamourous high headboards, swan-necked endposts, and the ‘Juliet Caned’ classic French bed modeled in 18th century Rococo style; while Becara’s Spanish furnishings infuse any house with a unique taste of the Mediterranean with its modern, clean-cut designs, including signature cane-weaving and an emphasis on comfort. Both of these exclusive collections are currently available at the Alshaya Home flagship store in Al Haddab Centre, Tahlia Street.

SAMSUNG ROAD SHOW: Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., held a three day road show at Red Sea Mall to give Samsung’s loyal customers a hands on experience with the Galaxy family including the Galaxy Tab 10.1, the world’s thinnest mobile tablet, and the Galaxy S II, Samsung’s ultimate thin, lightweight smart phone. Park JaeChun, General Manager of Samsung Electronics, said, “We are always looking for ways to improve and present new technologies that meet all the expectations of the tech-savvy generation.”

PNYG AND PHENOMENAL GROUP ALLIANCE: PNYG (Germany and France) and Phenomenal Group (Saudi Arabia) have signed a strategic alliance in PNYG’s office in Monte Carlo. Phenomenal Group will now represent PNYG in the Middle East in advertising, public relations, and real estate, as well as several other projects. Abdullah Hamad, Director of Phenomenal in the south of Europe, said “We have achieved great success with this alliance and we have redistributed our activities of the group in Europe, which will result in achievements and successes in the years to come.”

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Events & Happenings

ASDA’A BURSON-MARSTELLER NAMED ‘MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA PR AGENCY OF THE YEAR’: ASDA’A Burson-Marsteller was named “Middle East and Africa PR Agency of the Year” at the International Business Awards in Abu Dhabi on October 11, 2011. ASDA’A also received the “International Campaign of the Year – Multicultural” award for its work on behalf of the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF), while the groundbreaking ASDA’A BursonMarsteller Arab Youth Survey was commended in the “Global Issues” category.

SPICE: Chef Khalid Arif from the hit MBC 1 TV show, Sabeh el Kheir Ya Arab, joined 19 other world-renowned chefs in Singapore to participate in the Singaporean International Culinary Exchange (SPICE). They learnt about Singaporean cuisine; the chefs organized themselves into teams and presented their own Singapore-inspired creations to Singapore’s food and beverage industry representatives and media for the showcase finale. “We hope to inspire the chefs to create dishes with a distinct Singapore twist at their own establishments when they return home,” said Ranita Sundramoorthy, Director of Attractions, Dining and Retail of the Singapore Tourism Board.

SAVOLA GROUP LAUNCHES NEW COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGY:

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The Savola Group organized a strategic Corporate Communications Workshop “Time to Grow” for its senior executives. It introduced their new corporate communication strategy focusing on 4 key components: media presence, internal communications, CSR, and stakeholder and reputation management. Dr. Abdulraouf Mannaa, MD of The Savola Group said, “Communication is the central nervous system of any organization...

Savola believes in the importance of communications as a strategic tool.”

TOUS OPENING: For those of you familiar with its signature bear emblem, TOUS jewelry store has now unveiled a new revamped store on Tahlia Street. The grand opening on the 5th of October was a highly anticipated event, drawing hundreds of eager TOUS fans -- even Ittihad Chairman, Gen. Muhammed Bin Dakhil. The glamorous ribbon-cutting ceremony included laser lights, bubbles and confetti, with guests being offered sparkling drinks and sushi. TOUS also released a special collection on the 16th of October in celebration of Grandmother’s Day. TEDx ARABIA 2011: On the 6th of October, Dar Al-Hekma hosted Saudi Arabia’s second annual TEDx convention. Focused around the tagline “Ideas worth spreading”, TEDx is a brainstorming event in which participants discuss concepts centred on a variety of themes such as global issues, culture and welfare. Several participants conducted speeches and shared success stories, with young Saudi, Bandar Al-Mutlaq, being the first to take to the stage to discuss an urgent need for international dialogue in a time of worldwide political upheaval. Environmental issues, health care and the attitude of the youth were also pertinent topics of discussion.

SOTRA FUNNY FACE PHOTOBOOTH: For a special four days during October, Sotra boutique held a ‘Funny Face’ campaign in support of breast cancer.

Sotra partnered with Zahra Breast Cancer Association and donated SR 50 per photo, which went towards funding masectomy packages for breast cancer survivors. Each package included a wig, silicon pads, masectomy bras, Sotra’s signature Turban, and arranged access to a support group.

Not only was the event for a good cause, but participants had a great time dressing up and putting on their funniest facial expressions for the camera.

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Mark Your Calendar

November 2011

Italian Festival at Habsburg

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Date: 26 Oct - 4 Nov Venue: Rosewood Corniche Visiting Chef Claudio Melis exhibits the finest cuisine from his birthplace, the island of Sardinia, Italy.

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Camping over night between the red sand of the Empty Quarter

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Visiting 1st biggest nature reserve in the world. Includes arabian food, camels ride, 4wd 2500 and sand dunning.

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Saudi International Motor Show

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Date: 19 - 23 November Venue: Jeddah Center for Forums & Events.

A trade show dedicated to show the latest products, service, technology and trends.

Pottery Factory

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Design your jar by local clay and chose a wonderful ones of variety of choices. Including traditional Hejazi Dinner at Mersal Arabian Village

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Saudi Healthcare/ Saudi HospitalsSun Date: 27 - 30 November Venue: Int. Medical, Insurance, Dental, Pharmaceutical Hospital Supplies and Labware Exhibition and Symposium.

Upcoming Events Explore Tours +966-5-07678139 DJ Recommendations info@DestinationJeddah.com Family Day

take your kids for a drive and visit KAUST or Rabeghâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful beach.

Diving, Snorkiling & Fishing At Umluj

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From Wednesday to Friday Expereans virgin coral reef of ( 2 H. From Yanbou ) visiting sandy palms beach & Rass Hassan Island.

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Date: 19 - 22 November Venue: Park Hyatt Jeddah This event will highlight the key solutions to the latest challenges in Saudi Arabiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health infrastructure industry.

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Fishing and Snorkeling at Al Lith Island

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Fishing and Snorkeling at Al Lith Island - boat trip + 3Meals

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Islam & Global Cultures

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Sample the richness of our bazaar, enjoy the delights of the folkloric traditions and savour the delicacies of our multicultural dinner.

Tickets: 200 SR Contact: +966-595 943 448

Environmental Infrastructure form

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Date: 27 - 29 November Venue: Park Hyatt Jeddah EIF is the only event in the region to tackle sustainable development and infrastructure together, with the support of the Saudi government.

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Useful Information Settling In

Hajj: The Journey

of a Lifetime

“And proclaim the Pilgrimage among men: they will come to thee on foot and (mounted) on every kind of camel, lean on account of journeys through deep and distant mountain highways; That they may witness the benefits (provided) for them, and celebrate the name of God, through the Days appointed, over the cattle which He has provided for them (for sacrifice): then eat ye thereof and feed the distressed ones in want. Then let them complete the rites prescribed for them, perform their vows,and (again) circumambulate the Ancient House.” 22:27-29 Yusuf Ali Translation of Holy Quran The pilgrimage takes place on the eighth, ninth, and tenth day of the twelfth month of the Islamic lunar calendar (November 4-7, 2011) and will be followed by the celebration of Eid al-Adha, also known as the ‘Festival of the Sacrifice’.

The Hajj is the 5th pillar of Islam. It is the annual pilgrimage to Makkah which is the journey of a lifetime – a spiritual, physical, and emotional journey which is the duty of every able-bodied Muslim man and woman.

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Hajj is the single largest religious gathering in the world – over 3 million pilgrims will be in attendance, all jostling to perform the rituals as laid down by Prophet Abraham over 2,000 years ago. Organizing the comfort and safety of so many people all crowded together into one small area is a logistical challenge which the Saudi government is constantly improving upon.

The advent of the Makkah lightrail as well as several expansion projects serve to improve the congestion and overall quality of the experience for the millions of worshippers who gather from all over the world each year.

While air-travel has eased the difficulties associated with the journey to Makkah… the actual Hajj rituals remain the same as laid down by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) 1,600 years ago.

Don’t let this step-by-step guide

The Steps of Hajj

fool you. Hajj is not just a to-do list, but a journey filled with mystery and grandeur.

Every Muslim who has completed their Hajj is at a loss for words to describe the multitude of emotions they felt during their stay in Makkah. While Makkah remains a city open to Muslims only…non-Muslims can read extensively about the rites and rituals associated with Hajj online or from several excellent books on this subject which are widely available at Jarir Bookstore.

an overview

1. Be a Muslim who is physically & financially able to make the journey 2. Wear ihram (for men - two pieces of unstitched white cloth, for women – a modest outfit which completely covers the head and body, leaving the face and hands uncovered) 3. Tawaf (‘turning’ or circumambulation – circling the Kaabah counterclockwise seven times) 4. Multazam (recommended prayer) 5. Maqam Ibrahim (pray and remember Prophet Abraham) 6. Well of Zamzam (drink from the well) 7. Sa’I (walk briskly between the hills of Safa & Marwah) 8. Halq/Taqsir (shave head or cut off a piece of hair) 9. Mina (stay in a tent for one day in the Mina Valley) 10. Plain of Arafat (remain for one day to commemorate Prophet Muhammad’s Last Sermon) 11. Muzdalifah (spend one night out in the open in Muzdalifah) 12. Return to Mina (throw pebbles at three stone pillars which represent the devil) 13. Sacrifice (sacrifice a lamb, or pay to have the sacrifice performed on your behalf) 14. Return to Makkah (bathe, wear everyday clothes, and perform the final tawaf) DESTINATION JEDDAH 23

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HAJJ:

By Dilara Hafiz

‘Hajj’ means literally ‘to set out for a place.’ Worshippers have been setting out for the Kaabah in Makkah since Prophet Abraham and his son, Ishmael, constructed it almost 4,000 years ago.

While the rituals evolved until Prophet Muhammad performed the Hajj in 631 CE with the first group of Muslims, the sanctity and spirituality of the place contain whispers of its historical significance.

From the footsteps of Abraham to the majestic mountains ringing Makkah… today’s pilgrims are humble seekers following in the long traditions laid down

by Muslims through the ages.

The earliest Hajj saw crowds in the thousands.

Today’s Hajj crowds approach 3 million and counting! While the expansions continue in order to accommodate the growing numbers of pilgrims, the piety and sincerity on the faces of the worshippers remains the same. The belief that Muslims only perform Hajj when they are called by God, the belief that performing Hajj fulfills one of the five pillars of Islam, and the belief that one’s sins are wiped away after a successful Hajj are all powerful forces embodied within the Muslim ummah (community). As world travel has facilitated the Hajj journey, Muslims from all corners of the globe mingle and worship side by side as they perform the rituals of Hajj.

Although the earliest Hajjis were predominantly aged men, today’s Hajj sees the kaleidoscope of the world’s colors and ethnicities all together in the largest annual spiritual gathering anywhere in the world.

Languages may differ, but the same words are on the lips of each pilgrim: “At Your Service, Oh Lord…At Your Service”

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Then, Now,

& The Future

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A 2008 study on the longer-term effect of participating in the Hajj found that Muslims’ communities become more open after the Hajj experience.

Entitled Estimating the Impact of the Hajj: Religion and Tolerance in Islam’s Global Gathering, a study conducted in conjunction with Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government found that the Hajj experience promotes peaceful coexistence, equality, and harmony.

Specifically, the report states that the Hajj “increases belief in equality and harmony among ethnic groups and Islamic community and that “Hajjis show increased belief in peace, and in equality and harmony among adherents of different religions” Muslim pilgrims pray atop Mount Arafat (AP photo/Hassan Ammar)

Muslims touch and write on the Jabal al-Rahma pillar on Mount Arafat (AP photo/Hassan Ammar)

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Pilgrims in prayer in front of the Kaaba

Muslim pilgrims reach to touch the golden doors of the Kaaba (AP photo/Hassan Ammar)

Early days of the Kabaa

In shadows and sunlight, thousands of Muslim pilgrims pray inside the grand mosque (AP photo/Hassan Ammar)

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Grand Mosque Extension Project

King Abdullah, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, has laid the foundation stone marking the start of the largest Makkah expansion project in history. The SR40 billion project will increase the capacity of the Grand Mosque to more than 2.5million worshippers as well as incorporate new measures to ensure pilgrims’ comfort and safety.

The new project, covering over 400,000 square meters in the northwest and northeast of the Kaabah complex, is the project of the century, said Muhammad Al-Khozaim, vice president of the Presidency for the Two Holy Mosques Affairs. Al-Khozaim also discussed the plans to expand the mataf (the circumambulation areas around the Holy Kaaba) and provide air-conditioning for all parts of the Grand Mosque, adding that the two schemes will be carried out shortly along with the new Haram expansion project.

Abdul Mohsen Bin Humaid, Director of Projects, said the new project would be completed in a year and a half. The expansion will comprise three parts:

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construction of a new building; expansion and development of courtyards around the mosque, including walkways, tunnels and toilets; and development of service facilities for air-conditioning, electricity and drinking water. The expansion’s main gate will be named after King Abdullah and will have two minarets, bringing the mosque’s total number of minarets to 11. A 1,200-meter tunnel will be constructed from the end of the expansion passing through Jabal Hindi while another tunnel with a length of 1,100 meters will be built under Jabal Madafie.

An emergency 700-meter tunnel crossing the other two tunnels will be constructed from Jabal Al-Kaaba.

Present area of Grand Mosque = 356,000sqm Expansion area of GrandMosque = 456,000sqm 10,000 workers are already working around-theclock on the site.

Multi-level extension on the north side of the complex includes new stairways and tunnels Proposed SR40 billion high-speed train linking Jeddah to Madinah via Makkah in bidding stages.

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The Beauty of Taif, Al Shifa, and the Hada Valley

By Fouzia Khan

Tucked up into the Sarawat Mountain range lays the beautiful city of Taif. Also known as the summer capital of the Western Region, Taif is rich in agricultural products and bountiful fruit gardens. It is a glorious mountain retreat which offers both natural beauty and opportunities for adventurous travel alike. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also the perfect base to visit the neighboring villages in the region.

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Taif is almost 5,600 feet above sea level; while the towns of Al Shifa and Hada are even higher up the mountain range. Their cooler temperatures have made these locations traditional summer resorts for visitors from all over the Kingdom. This area has farms of honey, pomegranates, grapes, carrots, apples, roses, and vegetables in abundance. People who visit Al Shifa and Hada can have a taste of the crisp, fresh produce which is sold by hawkers from push carts alongside the mountain roads. The winding roads which cling to the mountainside also offer magnificent photographic opportunities.

The city of Taif is located in the western part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is administered by the Governorate of Makkah region. The most important roads are the Taif-Riyadh and Taif-Makkah-Jeddah highways which pass through the high Hada Mountains. Thousands of vacationers from the Kingdom and other Arab Gulf states spend the summer season in Al Shifa, Hada, and Taif resorts to enjoy their green scenery and cooler climates.

People looking for relaxation or camping enjoy visiting Al Shifa. Located only 70-80 kilometers away from Taif, Al Shifa is a beautiful village in the Hada Valley full of forests, mountain views, and rich farmland.

Outdoor picnics and barbeques are popular pastimes, as is simply soaking up the cool, fresh mountain air. More intrepid visitors

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can enjoy exploring on camel-back or horse-back. There is an entire market set up for campers which will provide all the daily necessities; campgrounds fill up during summer, so advance planning is necessary.

The resorts are open year-round.

Al Shifa and Hada are located close to each other; Hada is the highest point in the Hada Mountain range. Between the Al Hada hospital and the Sheraton Hotel at the top of the Al Hada Mountains is a large nature reserve where monkeys are often spotted.

Al Hada means â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;tranquilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and this reserve of trees and plants is a true respite from the bustling cities.

The cool mountain breezes allow visitors to forget the heat of the summer season; fog is even common in the early mornings and evenings. In winter, visitors marvel at the mistiness of the weather, although only experienced drivers should brave the roads under these conditions.

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Awad Abu Salah: An Abstract Artist Awad Abu Salah is a Sudanese abstract artist based in Jeddah. As a young boy, he grew up surrounded by creativity: his father was a well-known poet and his brother an interior designer. Abu Salah began experimenting with colors in middle school, and from there, his journey as an artist began.

In 1980, Abu Salah graduated with honors from the College of Fine and Applied Arts in Khartoum. Since then, he has had over twelve solo exhibitions and has participated in many group exhibitions, both within the Kingdom and abroad. He is also a member of several art societies, has been an art teacher for over twelve years, and has won many awards. His most recent award was received at the Souk Okaz Festival.

The Souk Okaz Festival is a revival of the ancient Arabian festivals that date back to pre-Islamic times. It is a competition 36 DESTINATION JEDDAH

comprising various arts including painting, poetry, calligraphy, and dramas. The painters’ task was to choose a poem by a well-known poet and produce a painting based on this poem. Abu Salah chose a poem by Mr. Ghazel Gosaibi, and produced a piece done in the impressionistic style.

When asked the name of the painting, Abu Salah replies, “The painting has no name. None of my work is named so that the person looking at it can interpret it in their own way.” Abu Salah reveals that he is inspired by life itself and that “…a true artist keeps his inspirations on file in his

head, and uses them when the time is right.”

He explains that he was once inspired by drops of water from an AC dripping onto an advertisement in a newspaper. This not only gave him one idea, but several ideas for future paintings which he later won awards for. “An artist has an open mind, and sees things differently than other people do. That is a true artist.”

His message to his audience is simply this: “I think what I want to say, my paintings say. I should not need to speak, my paintings should speak for me. I speak in colors and lines through my work. There is sadness, there is happiness...they all have to do with man. How he feels on the inside, how he feels on the outside…”

Abu Salah muses on the future of art and its role in society as he comments, “I hope people of the Arab world will take more notice of art, especially abstract art, because it is the key to civilization, culture and society. We know so much about civilizations of the past through the art that was left behind. Art is the TV screen of our time now, it will show people later what we have been doing. And I hope people will give more attention to the art in our religion. Old Islamic art was one of the most beautiful arts in the world. Our civilization had art within it, Arabic writing, before people even realized it. People should learn more and teach more about these things for the generations to come.”

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SOCIETY EXHIBITION The Courtyard

By Rayan Khayat

On an unsurprisingly humid Jeddah evening, the Courtyard was comfortably fanned and waiters were passing out cold refreshments. Photographs were displayed in the outdoor area, blown up and placed in glass frames, while indoors, sculptures, paintings and digital art were placed in horizontal rows on either side. An emotive piano piece was played on loop from a screen among the rows which was the exhibition’s only video piece. The show is the second exhibition from the larger Urban Art Show series titled Society Exhibition, which “aims to promote the concept that we are all obligated to act to benefit the society as a whole.” The pieces range from topical critiques to aesthetic appreciation and also familiar personal issues.

A common theme in some of the works is the tensions between traditions and customs with modern developments. By using a slightly melancholic yet charming animated style, Sarah Abdali explained her paintings to be a reflection on what she feels the Saudi community is losing in favor of modern developments. Another artist with similar ideas is Salwa Zahid, who illustrates feminist issues by using vivid colors and adding fabric textures to the canvas. The cultural strain is a frequent topic among Saudi artists, which only proves its prevalence in the community.

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However it was interesting to see work that reflected something other than the problems of being a ‘modern Arab’ and went further.

Swiss born Michael Bou-Nacklie’s photographs lean towards a photojournalistic purpose. He has captured notable instances in the community with his urgent and humanitarian vision.

Bou-Nacklie photos are of real moments and he avoids editing and manipulation, he says that “finding a unique moment to photograph is the driving force all photographers want, we want to tell a story but we want to do it in a way that doesn’t take advantage of the access we have been given.” Abrar Hamidaddin instead works creatively to assemble scenarios that are aesthetically striking, joyful yet wistful with its nostalgic hues and vintage elements.

And 17-year old Basma Felemban has created a series of mostly digital pieces which focus on the beauty and symbolic nature of the written Arabic word while lightly touching upon social concerns. With a combination of an earthy and muted jewel tone color palette, her minimalist works bring close attention to the undulating shapes of Arabic letters.

Interestingly, the pieces that depart from culturally specific and Arab social themes happen to be the sculptors, who have focused on personal matters and ideas. Adil Khiyami uses silky bronze contours to materialize figures representing his family, mother and personal struggles. And firmly, Talal Altukhaes’s two complimentary pieces with black and gray stone revolve around the strain between personal strength and the chaos which distracts it. Similarly, Nora Almazrooa two toppled step pyramids evoke the yin and yang from a gender perspective.

Adil Khiyami

Talal Altukhaes

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Noura Almazrooa

Sara Abdali

Salwa Zahid Thamer Alhassan

The ‘Society Exhibition,’ achieves its goals of not only revealing social concerns but also celebrating Jeddah’s community and culture. The gallery shared work by artists with a range of different backgrounds, from the ones who are educated in their craft and to others who are self-taught and having their work shown for the first time. If the venture upholds mobility, encouragement and quality of work, it could be a wonderfully successful undertaking for Jeddah’s artists to share their work and grow together.

Michael Bou-Nacklie’s

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By Nazeeha Jacobs

Sotra, one of Jeddah’s leading womenswear boutiques, continues to dazzle customers with its unique fusion of modernity and modesty. Featuring trademark asymmetrical designs and sparkling embellishments, Sotra’s new Fall/Winter collection is sure to become an integral part of the wardrobe of every cosmopolitan Arab woman. Some of the highlights of their new line include biker sleeves, cropped tops, Peter Pan collars and neon yellow!

One of the most appealing features of Sotra items is their versatility — a dress for a laid-back afternoon can transform to trendy evening look with the simple addition of a belt or a few glamorous accessories. Sotra emphasizes the versatility of their clothing by also offering a styling service in which customers can be advised on several ways to update their wardrobe.

A few months ago, Sotra topped wishlists of women all around Jeddah with their popular turban, which impressively sold out on the second day of sales. The female turban has graced global runways for a while now, and Sotra decided to introduce this stylish item to the Saudi market by offering 4 shapes: The Knot, The Arch, The Bow and The Origami. Innovation seems to be 46 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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the key concept of this brand. Introducing a new spin on the classic bow tie, Sotra also recently released a line of bow tie necklaces and brooches — a contemporary and bold element to any outfit.

This month, Sotra unveils their new jewelry collection to build on their existing collection of headbands, scarves and accessories. Make sure to visit their store to view their new line and immerse yourself in the artful sophistication that makes Sotra such a distinctive brand.

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By Yousra Elwi

Eng. Bassim Al-Juhany , CEO of Tamkeen Company with Ramon Ros, Commercial Director of TOUS

Mr. Ramon Ros, Managing Director of TOUS, flew in from Barcelona to celebrate the new Tahlia Street store. There are currently 4 TOUS outlets in Saudi, with more being planned. The Spanish teddy bear has been embraced widely in the Gulf since 2007, currently available in UAE, Kuwait and soon Qatar.

TOUS began its global expansion in Japan in 1996 and is now available in 45 countries.

‘Think global, act local’ is the fundamental concept adopted by TOUS, explains Mr. Ros, who describes TOUS’ market position as ‘affordable luxury’, basically ‘the Zara concept applied to fine jewelry’.

Since spreading outside Spain, TOUS became more adaptable to consumer trends, clear in its 30 different annual collections. In 2000, TOUS widened its scope by launching watches, bags, shades and perfumes.

Through each piece, the TOUS teddy bear displays its unique character. It was developed in 1985 when Ms. Rosa Oriol, 48 DESTINATION JEDDAH

wife of Salvador Tous, walked by a shop and glimpsed a teddy bear in the window, reminiscing childhood memories. Nostalgia is a key factor in the success of this icon; owning a piece of jewelry that holds this symbol of childhood often evokes pleasant emotions, and to some, even luck. The tenderness portrayed through the bear is evident when you walk into any of their stores, wear TOUS jewelry, or even spray on the brand’s soft fragrances.

Latina pop star Jennifer Lopez is currently the face of this affectionate brand — her down-to-earth attitude and her popularity perfectly embody the Tous brand.

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Al-Jadila Boutique Tel: +966-2-2841249 Baby Fityani Tel: +966-2-6673971 Cugini Tel: +966-2-6612099 DADU Tel: +966-2-6633699 Jasmine Box Tel: +966-2-6685533 Jungle Blue Tel: +966-505660175 Lollipop Tel: +966-2-6643295 Life Tel: +966-2-2844266 Nawal Al-Maimani Tel: +966-2-6606502 Noukies Tel: +966-2-2611200 Ext: 110 Ondas Tel: +966-2-2611200 Ext:105 Mob: +966-5535079744 Paris & Oliver Tel: +966-2-2611210 Mob: +966-5535079744 Sabine Tel: +966-2-6651572 Sotra Tel: +966-2-6915082 The Neverland Circus Tel: +966-500398181 Pink or Blue Tel: +966-2-6634452 The Wedding Shop Tel: +966-2-6690808

Afaf Baflah Tel: +966-505325251 Amal Engawi Tel: +966-503613314 Basma Abuljadayel Tel: +966-506634000 Basma Al-Mouawad Tel: +966-533653333 Diala kabbara Tel: +966-535687773 Eman Joharjy Tel: +966-508704799 Fatima Abed Tel: +966-554369993 Gardenia Hafez Tel: +966-506666230 Hanaa Samman Tel: +966-505350958 Maha Ghalayeni Tel: +966-506661634 Manar Al-Rawi Tel: +966-569169923 Meriam Arab Tel: +966-503333128 Mona Abulfaraj Tel: +966-505652018 Nawal Maimani Tel: +966-2-6606502 Niyaah Tel: +966-500545455 Rania Khogeer Tel: +966-555532571 Rana Ismail Tel: +966-556666881 Rotana Alhashimi Tel: +966-554598449 Sahar Serafi Tel: +966-505622515 Salma Rudwan Tel: +966-504627012 Samah Khashoggi Tel: +966-505311588 Shaza Khayali Tel: +966-500909321 Thanaa Addas Tel: +966-504664288 Turki Jadallah Tel: +966-506677800 Wed Bogary Tel: +966-504634001

Custom Thobes Bazerkaan Tel: +966-2-2560044 HM Tel: +966-2-6828064 Lomar Tel: 920000554 Omar Azure Tel: +966-2-6921773 SAB Thobe Tel: +966-2-6100009 Sindi Tel: +966-2-6678587 Siraj Sanad Tel: +966-2-6979720 Tasmeem Tel: +966-2-6519014 Toby Tel: +966-540576639 50 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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

Furniture

Abdul Latif Tel: +966-2-6913750 Al-Alameya Tel: +966-2-6915188 Al-Amer Tel: +966-2-6977767 Al-Fakhama Tel: +966-2-6355043 Al-Sabban Tel: +966-2-6919900 American Gallery Tel: +966-2-6676031 Batal Design Tel: +966-2-6983288 Bin Shayhoon Tel: +966-2-2574815 Bo Concept Tel: +966-2-6141418 Dimos Tel: +966-2-2830302 Domvs Florists Tel: +966-2-6611447 Al-Khidra Landscaping Estikbal Tel: +966-2-6913946 Tel: +966-2-6687511 Alwan Haba Tel: +966-2-6837239 Tel: +966-2-6687084 Arabian Flower Home Plaza

Tel: +966-2-6913659 IKEA Tel: +966-2-6633000 La Maison Colonial Tel: +966-2-2616800 Ligne Roset Tel: +966-2-6634158 Mazar Tel: +966-2-6642626 Mourastarr Tel: +966-2-6980498 MilaDora Tel: +966-2-6615152 NV Tel: +966-2-6684686 Options Tel: +966-2-6824888 Roche Bobois Tel: +966-2-6647272 Visionnaire Tel: +966-2-6988591 Wahat Tel: +966-2-6636267

Shopping Center Al-Khayat Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6655558 Shops: BOSS, Burberry, Chanel, Christian Dior, Coach, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Emporio Armani, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Jacques Dessange Salon, Jamalouki, Louis Vuitton, Roberto Cavalli, Rubaiyat, Sergio, Tiffany & Co. & Co., Tods, TOUS , Yves Saint Laurent Ana Special Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6649155 Shops: Al-Mohra, Almayass, Basics, Buttons, Diva, Fox Fibre, I Love Hishma, Kash Kash, Vaniti, Lilies, Little Blossoms, Only For You, Sotra, Set Al-Hoson, Tefa, Flash Flare Aziz Mall Prince Majed Rd. Tel: +966-2-6162222 Supermarket: Panda Shops: Accessorize, Adams, Al-Maghrabi, Al-Sawani, Aldo, Aldo Accessories,

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

EVENING COLLECTION

By Rana Ismail

Etoile King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6973428 Shops: Al-Romaizan, Boss, Canali, Come As You Are, Emad Rizq, Fitoshi, Gentle Man, Lomar, Lo Spazio, My Fair Lady, Rawasy, Hera’a Avenue Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6942236 Shops: Adams’ Kids, Aldo, Alhomaidhi, Barrats, Bershka, Camieu, Charles & Keith, Faces, Early Learning Center, Jennyfer, La Senza, La Senza Girl, La Senza Shop, La Vie en Rose, Marks & Spencer, Mikyaji, Mansoon, Nayomi, Nine West, Sergent Major, Sports City, Spring, Swatch, Tape A Loeil, The Body Shop, Wallis, Zain, Zara Kids.

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

Hera’a Intl. Souq Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6540097 Supermarket: Danube.

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

Basateen Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6611721 Shops: Al-Ghazali, Al-Moalim, Al-Sawani Department Store, Anne Klein, Baby Fitaihi, Bakhashwain, Bali, Benetton, Betty Barkley, Esprit, Courier, Glitter, Guess, La Perla, Max & Co., Max Mara, Noon, Opticals, Replay, Rubaiyat, Swish, XOXO Coral Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6607624 Shops: Adawliah (Yamaha), Armani Jeans, Beach & Beyond, Calvin Klein, Color Be Mine, Ecko, Ed Hardy, FCUK, Geox, Killah, Lacoste,

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

Jeddah Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6678666 facebook.com/LIBRABTQ Shops: Al-Musali & Al- Raies, twitter: @LibraBoutique10 Barakat Jewellery, Damas, www.librabotique.com Elite, Eye2eye, Faces, Gosh, Le Chateau on Tahlia St. Karen Millen, Kipling, +966-2-2511063 Luxury, Maria Pino, Naomi, +966-540884744 http://www.facebook.com/LIBRABTQ Swatch, Trussardi, WAIPAI http://twitter.com/LibraBoutique10 www.libraboutique.com Le Chateau on Tahlia St. +966-2-2511063 +966-540884744

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La Promenade Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688737 Shops: Budget, Chic Boutique, Chole, Femi.9, Lerre, Lifestyles, Mavi, PaperMoon, Quik Sliver, Roxy, Sport Look Le Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6600111 Shops: Accessorize, Claire’s, Fitaihi Jeweley, Karen Millen, la Senza, Musalli, Nine West, Rizq Jewellery, Rosyblue, Rubaiyat (Bags & Shoes), Showtime, Springfield, Swatch, The Body Shop Mall of Arabia Al-Haramein Rd. Tel: +920009550 Supermarket: Panda Shops: Abu Sharaf, Accesorize, Adams, Adidas, Ahmad Abdulwahed, Alpha Opticals, Alshaya, Balad, Bershaka, Blue Age, Bonia, Boots, Brics, BSB, BSX, C&B, C&K, Cameui, Camille’s Sidewalk, Carters, Celio, Chad Valley, Coast, D-F-P-T, Debenhams, Diesel, Desigual, Dorthy Perkins, Forever21, Evans, Exit, Faces, Gap, GBK, Girls, H-Flow, H&M, Hokair, Hush Hush, I Style, Jennyfer, Kikik, LaSenza, La Senza Gril, La Vie En Rose, Lady Bird, Life Kids, Limited Too, Liz Claiborne, Lynnes, Mango, Maghrabi Kids, Mini Modu, Miss Selfridge, Miss Whatever, Mothercare, Nectar, New Yorker, Next,Nike, Nil Yarz, Nose, Oasis, Okaidi, Opt. Centre, Party Princess, Pride of Kashmir, Principle, Pull & Bear, Puma, Pumpkin Patch, Quiz, Ribbon, Rina, Salhiya, School, Sgt.Major, SIA,Spring, Stradivarius, Sun & Sands Sports, Swiss Corner, Tally Wejil, TCF, Terranova, Terranova Kids, The Museum, TPC, Twaila, Vero Moda, Vertbaudet, Viss, Wallis, Warehouse, White Company, Zahoor AlReef, Zara, Zoppini, ZYNG 52 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Nojoud Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2571217 Shops: Adidas, Al-Badr Optical, Alcott, Alhomaidhi, Bonia, Cortefiel, Emad Rizq, Faces, Feni 9, Gerry Weber, GS Big & Tall, I Zone, Pumpkin Patch, Lora Lina Sfera, Magrabi, Mango, Mobily, Women’s Secret, Sarafia, Shalky , Smash,Tanagra, Vincci Red Sea Mall King Rd. Tel: +966-2-2151551 Supermarket: Danube Shops: Adidas, Aigner, All Star Converse, Al-Mussali, Al-Refaie, Al-Sawani, Axiom, Barove, Beach & Beyond, Benetton, Bhs, Body Action, Body Shop, Bomby, Bonia, Boroue, Boss, Burberry,Calvin Klein, Change, Claire’s, Coach, Coast, Diesel, Diorucci, Divisage, Dorothy Perkins, Early Learning Center, Elaf (Travel Agency), Escada & Loriel, Esprit, Etro, Evans, Eye Fashion, Faces, Faith, Fanateer, Fashion Top, FCUK, Ferragamo, Fetaihi, Foot Locker, Giordano, Givenchy, Go Sport, Guess, Guess Accessories, Guess Kids, G2000, Izzue,Lacoste, La Perla, Lazourdi, Levis, Life Line, Life Styles, Limited Too, MAC, Mac PC’s, Maghrabi, Maghrabi kids, Mikyaji, Milano, Miss Sixty, Mommy Me, Montblanc, Mother Care, Naomi, Nara Camicie , Next, Noon, Nokia, Oasis, Obaji, Occasions, Occulis, Optic Center, Panasonic, Paris Gallery, Patchi, Puma Watches, Replay, Rubaiyat, Rolex, Rouj, S & K (Samuel & Kenvin), Samsonite, Sephora, Sergio Rossi, Sony, Sports Wear, Swatch, Tea Gschwender, Tiffany & Co.,

Tihama (Stationery), Top Shop, Top Man, Versace, Vision Express, XOXO, Zuhur, Zoopini Roshana Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634899 Shops: 4U4Ever, Abo Moammar, Adolfo Dominguzs, Aire Barcelona, Al Homaidi Watches, Al Naghi Jewellery, AMH, Armand Basi, Baby Fitaihi, Bayana, Biggie Best,Bimba & Lola, Blanco, ByBasi, Comfort Zone, Dandara, Diktons Barcelona, Extra Ordinary, Fairooz, Fityani, Gara Roufa, Her Majesty, Jade Jewellery, Jounah, La Femme Chic, Lights, Linen Chest, Little Book, Lolaetmoi, Lorina, Majed Saleem Jewellery, Mario Zegnoti, Memories Gifts, Mr. Mohammad Rizq, My Fair Lady, Nail Spa, Nof Jewelery, On Time Plus, Pretty Shoes Yalghi Couture, Reem Spoosa,Ruben Perlotti, Sabaya, Samsung, Sarwat, Scholl, Seasons Perfumes, SID, Virgin Megastore Roshan Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6226720 Supermarket: Hyper Panda Shops: Abdul Samad Al-Qurashi, Axiom, Bonia, Callem, Cavlo Rino, Cell Com, Cinnzeo, Claire’s, Colombia Sports Wear, Fendi, Gerry Weber, Giordano, Grand Optics, Gucci, Herffy, Ikks, It’s Mine, Jacqueline Riu, Kashmir, Lingo, Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics, Maghrabi, Mango, Mikyaji, Miss Fashion, Missha, Mothercare, Nayomi, Nectar, Panda, Royal Mandaina, Samuel

& Kevin, Sayadyah Express, Sensi, Show Time, Stadivarious, Sun & Sand Sports, Swatch, The Body Shop, Timberland, Tom Tailer, Toys R Us, U-Qote, Vavavoom, Versace Serafi Mega Mall Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2844886 Supermarket: Danube Shops: Al-Sawani, Baleno, Claire D K, Claire’s, Faces, Go Sport, Life Style, Maghrabi, Pepe Jeans, Samuel & Kevin, Sensi, Swatch, Voyage Stars Avenue Mall Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-2754522 Super market: Carrefour.

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

My Accessory, Nayomi, Nectar, Newbury, New Look, Odd Molly, Oliver and Company, Painegonda, Patchi, Paul and Joe, Paul Smith, Penny Black, Petit Bateau, Pomellato, Paul Frank, Pucci, Quick Silver, Replay, Rubaiyat, Rumaizan, Saks Fifth Avenue, Samuel and Kevin, Sensi, Shalky QQ, Space Toom, Stella McCartney, Swarovski, Swatch, Tara Jarmon, Teen2Teen, The Counter, Tiffany, Tipity Toes, Tumi, Vertu, Victoria Casal, Voila, Waed, Wahat Al-Jalabiya, Wazer Pharmacy, XOXO, Zanotti Tahlia Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2634662 Shops: Al-Humaidi, AlRayes, Armani Exchange, Bakhsh Jewellery, Birkenstock, Coach, Claire’s, Cope Copine, Daniel Hechter, Du Pareil Au M’em, Emad Rizq, Esprit, Evans, Giordano, Lacoste, La Moda, Laura Ashley, LoraChilli, Laurel, Limited Too, Longines, Make Up Forever, Mac, Mikyajy, Milano, Moawad, Naoumi, Nectar, Omega, Paris Gallery, Pierre Cardin, River Island, Rolex, Rubaiyat,Sanrio, Sephora, Swarovski, Swatch, T.S. Dupont, Terranova, The Body Shop, Tiffany &Co., Tina Tailor,Top Shop / Top Man

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Dining Around Town

Super Chef Yousef Khumayes

The Perfect Blend of Ingredients Master of Middle-East Fusion

By Dilara Hafiz

From the age of four, Chef Yousef could be found in the kitchen, experimenting with his favorite ingredients and leaving a trail of mess in his tracks! Luckily he’s honed his skills and with the launch of his new website www.chefyousefkhumayes.com, others can try out his recipes and judge for themselves – he’s certainly left a track of awards and accomplishments in his wake as an adult!

Chef Yousef spent most of his childhood in Jeddah. At the age of fourteen, he and his family moved to the Irish capital of Dublin where he was able to pursue his passion for the culinary arts. His mixed background and international upbringing exposed him to a wide variety of culinary styles and techniques that he often blends in what he dubs ’Middle-Eastern Fusion’, something that is evident in his delicious, exciting, and surprising dishes. He has worked in leading hotels and restaurants around the world including The Four Seasons Hotel, The Berkley Court in Dublin, and The Elephant & Castle, among many others.

After gaining a wealth of expertise in Europe, Chef Yousef moved back to the Middle East to apply what he’s learnt over 54 DESTINATION JEDDAH

the years.

He entered LBC’s ‘Top Chef’ Middle East and quickly exceeded viewer’s expectations with two wins in the first six episodes, as well as creating four winning dishes out of a potential seven that have been added to the menus of international restaurants and hotels; a sandwich to the menu of Lina’s Restaurants, a dessert to Noura Desserts & Pastries Chain, a burger to Crepe Away Restaurants, and a breakfast dish to LeRoyal Hotel Group.

The launch of his own website, which will contain many tools, tips, and aids for those with an interest in the culinary arts, will allow his fans to continue to be dazzled by his imaginative use of ingredients. The

website promises to be a leading resource in the Middle East, offering recipes, howto videos, Q&A, information for bookings, private lessons, etc. as well as much more.

The public will also be able to sign up to receive newsletters that provide them with all the latest tips, Chef Yousef news, recipes, and videos.

1) What are you currently involved in (other than your website)?

I am currently working as the expert chef for 3a2ilati.com, along with a lot of other exciting projects including a consultancy company for restaurants and businesses, a catering business, and cooking classes/ food seminars. I like to keep busy!

2) What’s it like being one of the few professional Saudi chefs in KSA? I am so proud to be one of the few professional chefs in Saudi Arabia, but I’m also aware that it comes with a responsibility, and I guess that’s what gives me the extra drive and need to help everyone to get to know healthy food and teach people to cook, whether it is professionally or for your family at home. At the end of the day… anyone can learn to cook. That’s what I’m trying to encourage people to do – enjoy cooking.

3) Can you share some of your personal/family life details with our readers?

I have 3 brothers, my mom is Irish and my dad is Saudi from Jeddah. I am married and I have 2 little girls Layla Yousef (2years and 8 months) and Alana Yousef (1 month.)

4) What’s your favorite dish?

I have a lot of favorite dishes because I’ve traveled around the world and tried a lot of interesting things like shark, kangaroo, ostrich, oysters, and more. I am a big fan of seafood and spring lamb.

5) Do you cook at home?

Yes, I’m always cooking and trying new recipes at home, unless I had a really long day. But if you check and subscribe to my website or social network pages, you’ll regularly see some of the new creations I come up with.

6) Any advice for aspiring chefs?

My advice for aspiring chefs is don’t be shy or embarrassed to be a chef, if it’s your dream or you enjoy doing it, keep it up and always be proud of what you do. If you enjoy what you do, you will be happy going to work every day.

For more information: www.facebook.com/chefyousefkhumayes www.twitter.com/chefjoekhumayes www.chefyousefkhumayes.com

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Dining Around Town

Rare, Medium or Well Done?

By Yousra Elwi

Steak lovers are some of the finickiest food gourmets – there is no compromise when it comes to the cut of meat or the degree of doneness. It is either a mouth-watering pleasure or a crushing disappointment if the steak does not emerge from the kitchen cooked to perfection. Accordingly, restaurants serving steak have a meticulous checklist that requires profound expertise, but which of Jeddah’s steak restaurants live up to these expectations? When it comes to steak, the chef either makes or breaks it…

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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE NEW

The most recent entry to the scene, Outback Steakhouse is a new American casual dining chain, its presence long awaited for in Jeddah after a lot of teasing from its branch in Riyadh. Like most American diners, steak comes as one section of the menu, in addition to pastas, chicken and seafood.

Outback serves exclusive steak variations that can’t be found anywhere else; 7 steak plate options from which you can choose your preferred cut, portion, sauce and 2-sides accompaniment. The thick-cut Victoria Filet is one tender delight only found in Outback, but the must-try is the Outback Special, this flavored Sirloin piece is definitely a popular favorite! To spice up your meat, try their peppercorn sauce as the chef clearly knows the right ingredients for it.

LA CUISINE

With a taste of Paris, La Cuisine brings its guests an authentically French dining experience with all the trimmings. Widely renowned for its special ‘Entrecote Café de Paris’ menu, which is a full 3-course meal of salad, the sliced Entrecote steak with the scrumptious Café de Paris sauce accompanied with home-made fries, and a delectable dessert, La Cuisine successfully transports its diners to the actual L’Entrecote restaurant in Paris. Besides this classic French course, the menu offers several other steak plates that further reveal the cuisine’s specialties; the Chateaubriand is definitely a favorite steak plate at La Cuisine, as for the Filet de Charolais Foie Gras, it is exclusively ordered by those who are familiar with it and savor it. Mmmmm!

MONTEROSA

If you consider steak to be just another piece of meat and you are more concerned with the outing itself, Monterosa is definitely one of the top options. This lounge / restaurant offers steak dishes that are quite delicious relative to other similar venues; in fact, the Chef prepares the commercially popular Filet Mignon with obvious expertise. Aside

from the common Mushroom and Pepper steak sauces, Monterosa adds its unique touch by offering some creative sauce options, one of which is an interesting fruit mix sauce. So if you’d like to dine out in a place where shisha is available and steak is an option on the menu, Monterosa is your place.

RUBY TUESDAY

A favorite American chain famed for its fresh salad bar and flavorsome steaks, Ruby Tuesday has been serving premium quality, certified Angus Beef steaks that have gained quite a recognition amongst steak lovers.

Whether you order Sirloin, Rib-eye, Filet Mignon or a New York Strip, it is guaranteed that your steak will be tender and juicy. As for flavors, this restaurant specializes in intense seasonings and bold sauces; a real full-onflavor experience is the Peppercorn seasoned Sirloin with Parmesan Cream sauce. Another plate that smacks your taste-buds is the Bayou Surf and Turf, which is Sirloin with Shrimps and Remoulade sauce. Steak at Ruby Tuesday is quite a heavy eat, deliciously loaded with flavors, but its worth it.

16 HUNDRED

The finest steak restaurant in town, 16 Hundred has gained a reputation of offering exceptionally prime steak in an ultramodern, upscale setting. Novel in terms of time and concept, 16 Hundred is a steak lovers’ haven and has clearly set the standard since it opened a few months ago. Finicky steak eaters will definitely appreciate the range of USDA steaks available at 16 Hundred along with the chef’s expertise in searing them. This is one of the few restaurants that actually serve steak mediumwell, unlike the majority of other restaurants that just can’t get it right. The Wagyu Ribeye is one tender pleasure for steak cravers, unsurpassed by any other steak restaurant in town. The sauces and butters assortment ensure that all preferences are met.

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Ratings are given according to the steak servings

Dining Around Town

SPEARS

This is the ultimate treat for carnivores.

With a unique Brazilian flair, Spears brings the country’s national steakhouse concept to cosmopolitan Jeddah. To be more accurate, it is more of a barbecue restaurant than a steakhouse; different meat types and variations are served directly off the actual spears they were barbecued on. As they land on your plate, your visual sense is highly stimulated before your tasting experience even starts. Whether the waiter is approaching you with a sword of lamb chops, beef kebabs or grilled lamb, the appearance of sizzling pieces definitely elevates your appetite. The lusciously tender texture of all their meats gives pleasure with every bite. As for the quantity, Brazilians seem to be quite generous; as long as you have the green side of your stick visible, your plate will constantly be refilled with whatever spears are going around. If you plan to dine in Spears, you should be really craving meat as it can be an overwhelming experience.

STEAK HOUSE

As the name implies, it is THE conventional American steakhouse that is spontaneously recommended when planning to go to a steak restaurant. As one of the oldest in Jeddah, Steak House is a safe option where you know you won’t go wrong; the quality is consistent, options are available, and the expertise is evident. Steak House 58 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Ratings are given according to the steak servings

is considered to be the healthiest steak restaurant in town with simply grilled fatfree options and a variety of fresh veggies available in the salad bar. In fact, it has special menu selections for those opting for a lighter, healthier meal. Besides, Steak House is one of the few restaurants where you feel you are getting value-for-money; items are reasonably priced and decently sized. Scrumptious flavors are also a specialty in Steak House; whether it is the meat seasoning or the side sauces, they clearly know how to mix their spices. If you are going out with family or friends and looking for a steak restaurant that will get a fair consensus, Steak House is your safest bet.

LE NOTRE

Initially known for its gourmet desserts, Le Notre surprises meat lovers in Jeddah with some of the most delectable steak dishes in town. When it comes to fine dining, Le Notre is just as gourmet as it is with its desserts; it offers a French fine dining experience with a multicultural menu, specializing in the ‘crème de la crème’ of the most popular cuisines. The Wagyu beef, considered the finest and most expensive beef in the world, is served Japanese style at Le Notre, seasoned with the intense flavor enhancer, Wasabe. The Prime Rib is also one juicy delicacy not to be missed, accompanied with the sauce of your choice.

To satisfy the majority who are looking for a classy dining place that serves tasty dishes while offering shisha, Le Notre wraps it all up in one pleasing package.

UPTOWN 966

The former Casper and Gambini’s, Uptown 966 has undergone a smooth and suave transition keeping the existing loyalists while appealing to an even wider base.

Maintaining the distinctive trendy-casual dining concept, Uptown 966 serves most of old Casper’s favorite dishes in addition to several new entries. This restaurant’s edge comes in its perfect blend of fresh ingredients with gourmet recipes; this specialty is evident in the Beef Tenderloin, which is the favorite of steak lovers in Jeddah. This is one order that never fails the diner’s expectations; the meat is always juicy and cooked to perfection, with a polished sizzling appearance.

The accompanying Soy Butter Sauce is remarkably delicious even on its own; when poured on the piece of steak, this sauce seems like it penetrates the meat and flavors it from within! Accompanied by either mashed potatoes or steamed rice, steak at Uptown 966 is a sophisticated delight.

MELANGE

One of the most hip, outdoor hangouts in Jeddah, spacious and strategically located, Melange is a lounge / restaurant offering shisha, drinks, and a wide variety of international dishes. Venues such as Melange tend to set mediocre expectations when it comes to food, as their primary focus seems to be the ambiance and the shisha.

Thankfully, Melange breaks the rule. In fact, the Chef at Melange sears some of the best steaks in town using premium Angus beef.

The Chateaubriand Steak is a must-try - it is actually served to the exact cooking degree requested. What is equally impressive is the creamy Peppercorn sauce that adds just the right tang to the steak. Although not essentially a steak cuisine restaurant, Melange serves its steaks to high standards.

ZODIAC

Extravagance and flair are brought to the fine dining scene in Jeddah with Zodiac; this is one restaurant that truly comprehends the notion of modern fine dining and reflects it in all the given elements. In terms of its menu, Zodiac serves famous plates from European cuisines while adding a touch of creativity to give it an exclusive Zodiac experience. Although common, the Rib-Eye steak at Zodiac has a distinctive flavor to it; the tangy meat seasoning is immediately evident from the first bite. As for the Flame Grilled Lamb Chops, they are offered with a delectable brown sauce that makes you rethink what you already knew about the taste of lamb chops. In general, if you are the meticulous type when it comes to meat quality and cooking degree, Zodiac might not be on the top of your steak restaurants‘ list; however if you crave intense seasonings and sauces and are lured by fancy plate presentations, Zodiac is your place.

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Ratings are given according to the steak servings

Dining Around Town

19th Century Burgers: Classic Hamburgers with a Retro Touch

The search for the perfect hamburger may have come to an end – stepping into the 19th Century Burger restaurant is a step back in time to an age when everything was prepared made-to-order, using only the freshest ingredients. This isn’t your usual burger joint. A casual meal is transformed into an unforgettable experience.

Only 100% certified Angus beef imported from the US is used in their hamburgers.

Their French fries are made from freshly cut potatoes and their bread is baked in their own kitchen; this attention to quality is evident with just one taste. The enthusiastic, friendly staff make the meal even more enjoyable, leaving you to appreciate the retro décor. This is a classy restaurant for a family meal or night out with friends. The pictures artfully hanging around the restaurant help evoke the mood 60 DESTINATION JEDDAH

of a classic, American diner transplanted into the Middle East.

Surprisingly, this concept has not been franchised; it’s 100% Saudi owned and managed. With its original touches to a familiar concept, this group have hit upon a winner! The logo and overall feel of the 19th Century Burger suit the food perfectly.

Location: Prince Sultan Street Contact No : 920019819

Find Buried Treasure at

Al-Seddah…

Given the popularity of lamb and fresh meat during Eid Al-Adha (it’s also known as ‘the meat holiday’!), a visit to one of Jeddah’s best kept secrets during the Eid holiday is a great idea. Al Soddah is a Yemeni restaurant tucked away in Balad. Located near Eve’s Graveyard, this place is full of history and steeped in legends handed down through the ages.

As you navigate your car through the winding alleyways, you may be surprised by the diversity of the crowds who are also wending their way to Al Soddah. Famed for its ‘madfoon’ – a delicacy made of tender baby goat which is spiced and then buried in a hole in the ground where it cooks slowly over the coals, Al Soddah serves this Yemeni specialty cooked to perfection. Keeping with tradition, diners are seated on the floor and enjoy the lamb from a communal platter placed in the middle of each dining group, no cutlery required! Many people also order madfoon to take home – it is accompanied by rice cooked in a flavorsome broth accented by Yemeni spices. Their secret spice recipe ensures that no copycat eateries can duplicate their success.

Madfoon literally translates to ‘buried’; VIPs, royalty, and diplomats have all been spotted enjoying Al Soddah’s delicious version. Make this Eid unique with a platter of authentic madfoon.

Location: Al-Balad Contact No: +966(02)6042491 - +966(02)6042492

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Mystery You’ve GOT Diner to try..

Taking a break...

A friend and I took a break from Stars Avenue Mall shopping at the Haagen Dazs Café. Known world-wide for its high quality ice creams and sorbets, we sat in their swiveling chairs where a friendly waiter presented us with menus. I decided on the Summertime Cone, while my friend picked the Banana & Dulce Crepe. While waiting for our ice creams, we noticed that our table-top was sticky. A simple wipe-down after each customer could easily solve this.

It was a bit unsettling to think about what else they forgot to clean, but we tried not to dwell on that fact. At least they had the ice-cream flavors we wanted.

The plates came out individually; extra planning is needed so that the orders come out at the same time. The fresh fruits were ripe and flavorful, nicely complementing the strawberry cheesecake ice cream on the plate. The crepe was ok, not as warm as we normally like it. I had been looking forward to the contrast between a warm banana crepe with cold dulce de leche ice cream, but sadly, that didn’t happen. Still, it’d hard to have a bad experience when the overall quality of the ingredients is so good. Haagen Dazs Café is a great place to hang out with friends, enjoy an ice-cream, and listen to the water fountains…just don’t touch the tables.

Location: Stars Avenue– 2nd Floor

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Penne with Pesto Sauce Thanks to a recommendation from our foodie friends at NBK Bank, we took the plunge and ordered cooked pasta from a fast food joint… and boy, were we amazed at the food! We hesitated for days before deciding, after all, our expectations for fast food are usually pretty low, especially for a pasta dish which requires care and attention. Imagine our surprise when the Pesto Pasta plate from Sbarro Khalidiyah arrived – still hot enough to enjoy. The pasta was cooked just right, with marinated grilled chicken tenderloins mixed with sun-dried tomatoes in a tasty pesto sauce. We actually regretted not having ordered more – seriously, it was that good.

So try the Penne with Pesto from Sbarro. The trick is to eat it hot – enjoy! Thanks to our friends at NBK; we’re now waiting for your next recommendation…

Take it from us; you won’t regret it!

Location: Al-Khaldia - Tel: +966-2-6067449

Restaurants

Directory American

Brazilian

16 Hundred Le Chateau Mall,Tahlia St Tel: +966-2-2614415 Tel: +966-549302320 Americano Burger Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6728488 American Corner Khalideya St. Tel: +966-2-6060188 Applebees Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6610012 Chili’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6634760 Roshan Mall Tel: +966-2-6046800 Flap Jacks Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6681191 Fuddruckers Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6686330 Manhattan Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Muchos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613111 Mugg & Bean Serafi Megamall Tel: +966-2-6573333 ext. 334 Outback Steakhouse Tahlia St. Tel: + 966-2-2892990 Ruby Tuesday Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6501999 Steak House Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6829955 Red Sea Mall.

Tel: +966-2-2151200 T.G.I Friday’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6529330 The Texan Meridien Hotel Tel: +966-2-6633333 Tony Roma’s Mall of Arabia Tel: +966-2-6123534 Uno’s Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6221320

Rio De Janeiro Sari St Tel: +966-502330914 Spears Intercontinental Hotel Tel: +966-2-6611800 On The Border Malik Rd Tel: +966-2-22150891

Chocolates Al Pina King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6905885 Anoosh Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6832209 Bon Bon Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Chocolate khaldia Tel: +966-2-6068830 Chocolate Corner Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6630449 Chocolate Sense Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2847740 Chocolate Studio Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6985222 Ganache Rawadah St. Tel: +966-2-6601390 Caramel Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6688527 Chocoline Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2842846 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: +92008182 Miss Chocolate Rawda St. Tel: +966-2-6638989 Nesma Chocolates Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6947790 Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150141 Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-2845820 Patchi

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

Chinese Be One Maa’adi St. Tel: +966-2-6143753 Baytote Chinese Dlv. Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6164442 China Gate Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6970672 China Hut Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6625898 Chopsticks Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6907575 Durrat China Prince Abdullah St. Tel: +966-2-2616885 Golden Palace Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6690377 Gulf Royal Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6653335 Noodles Rosewood Corniche Tel: +966-2-2578888 Soy Rawadah St. Tel: +966-2-6643414 Toki Laylati,Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6060606 Xian Gong Sheraton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6992212

Coffee & Tea Shops

Chai & Ba Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6642084 Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Al-Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2753914 Coffee Republic Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6637575 Costa Coffee Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6067741 Craze Rawdah Star Center Tel: +966-2-6653065 Deera Cafe King Rd. Tel: +966-2-2754491 Joffrey’s Coffee Tahalia St. Tel: +966-2-6677234 Melange Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6695619 Pearls Cafe Rawadah St. Tel: +966-2-6642233 Soleil Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Tea Amo Tahlia St./ Coral Mall Tel: +966-2-6601738 TeaGschwendner Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150695 Tea Rose Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6688233 Teayana Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6681660 Uromshi Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6066668

Dates

Bateel Tahlia St. 360 Cafe Tel: +966-2-6630373 Intercontinental Hotel Kingdom of Dates Tel: +966-2-6611800 Hera’a St. Annafora Cafe Intercontinental Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590838 Salheya Tel: +966-2-6611800 Prince Sultan St. Avezzano Cafe Serafi Mega Mall Tel: +966-2-6973281 Tel: +966-595122266 Talah Dates Campioni Sports Cafe Sari St. Batarji St. Tel: +966-2-6837887 Tel: +966-2-6395695 Tamraty Cilantro Cafe Al Murjan St. Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6637995 Tel: +966-2-2611191 DESTINATION JEDDAH 63

Fast Food

French

Albaik Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6060244 Al-Tazaj Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6683371 Big Bite Rawdah St. Tel: +920001219 Burger King Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6394375 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6836062 Capo Grillo Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-69829152 Domino’s Pizza Shate’e Tel: +966-2-6065633 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561888 Forn Wa Saj Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2574747 Herfy Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6829276 Hot Waves Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-2757241 Jan Burger Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6924679 Joe’s Diner Khalideya Dist.

Tel: 920005637 Jollibee Khalideya Souq Tel: +966-2-6984043 Jeddah Intl. Mall Al-Balad Al-Qetar Square Kayyal St. Kaddoura Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6683844 KFC Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6613356 Kudu

Bert’s Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6606633 Cafe Lenotre Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2611222 Champs-Elysées Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2845454 Crêpe Café Roshana Mall Tel: +966 -2-2634989 Stars Avenue Tel: +966-2-2754522 Delifrance Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920009950 Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-2567196 La Cuisine Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6630363 Le Ciel Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6525354 Le Croissant King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6222861 Le Traiteur Corniche Tel: +966-2- 6556022 MoonMilk Al-Shatee, Prince Naif St. Tel: +966-2-2886229 Paul Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-26671633

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Khalidya Market Tel: +8001240061 Little Caesar’s Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6823018 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6749687 McDonald’s Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6560017 Mister Burger Al-Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6822223 New York Cab Pizza Mohammadyah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6947972 Panino’s Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561911 Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6654264 Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6064717 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6676991 Peruvi Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6923393 Philly’s Kayyal St. Tel: +966-2-6394146 Pizza Hut Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6513113 Al-Naeem Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6548890 Obhur Tel: +966-2-2341962 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6672917 Quiznos Sub Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6068014 Subway Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6063493 Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-2-6120513 Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6651377 Sultan Al Burger Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6677344 Wonder Burger Delivery Tel: +966-2-6694348

International Al-Amwaj Hilton Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Safina Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Al-Shurafa Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6602743 Al-Shurafa Lounge Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Andalusia Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6063210 Andalusian cuisine Park Hyatt Tel: +966-2-2639666 Barnie’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6696201

!"#$"%&'()$*++ ,$"%-.'/ Movenpick Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-6823366 Stickhouse Tel: +966-2-6927878 Mob: +966-515047184

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Beaux Arts Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6983028 Black Rose Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6672953 Blue Diamond Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6605301 /6605310 Bubbles Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Brunch Malik Rd.,Dinner square.

Tel : +966 5609 89762 Café Aroma Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6605160 Cappuccino Grand Cafe Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2891009 Casper & Gambini’s Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6995911 Cast & Crew Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2616770 Chilli Grill Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6928383 Dardasha Park Hyatt Tel: +966-2-2639666 Gelato Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-2631820 Grand Prix Café Tahlia majra alsail.

Tel: +966-2-2631846 Fratelli Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6907217 Harley Café Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6651010 Habsburg Rosewood Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578888 Java Lounge Andalus St. Tel: +966-507533090 Joooss Corniche St. Tel: +966-2-2757090 Le Chalet Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642330 Le Notre Coffee Shop Alhamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6517527 Lolita Café Obhur

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

Italian

Angelicos Pizzeria Hamad Al Jaser St. in Rawdah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6622964 Aldente Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6970220 Al-Forn Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6612874 Aromi Qasr Al-Sharq Terrace Lounge Tel: +966-2-6599999 Corniche St. Balsamico Tel: +966-2-6995676 Tahlia St. Toasted Tel: +966-2-6633115 Rawdah St. Balsamico Too Tel: +966-2-2616747 Baghdadia Dist.

Malek Rd. Tel: +966-2-6517883 Tel: +966-565345317 Vertigo Castello Andalus St. Khaled Ibn Tel: +966-2-6633241 Al-Waleed St. White Tel: +966-2-665228 Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6068171 Ciao Zodiac Andalus St. Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6653710 Tel: +966-2-6607548 il Gusto Palestine St. Ice Cream Tel: +966-2-6600337 Baskin Robbins il Gabiano Musaediyya Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6640574 Tel: +966-2-6587042 Gelato il Villaggio Palestine St. Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2631820 Marble Slab Creamery Tel: +966-2-6688233 il Porto Mall of Arabia Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2906803 Tel: +966-2-6501024 Marcel’s Isabella Tahliah St. / Red Sea Mall / Basateen Mall Al-Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2613899 Tel: +966-2-2566008

www.jeddahfood.com Tel: +966-2-6562369 Lost City Alhamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6655773 Mayrig Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-2616060 Melange Tahliah St. Tel: +966-2-6636214 Montarosa Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6391393 Pearls Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642233 Promenade Cafe Tahliah St. Tel: +966-2-6688712 Salad Boutique Alhamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6515656 Shadow Lounge Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2614777 Tche Tche Cafe Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6223091 Tenidor Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2754144

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Lallo’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6614719 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6561113 Makaronah St. Tel: +966-2-2906441 il’Olivo Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6687494 La Promenade Café Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688712 La Villa Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6673434 Maggianos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6606625 Margherita Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6061100 Monta Rosa Prince sultan st.

Tel: +966-2-6391393 Olio Stars Avenue Tel:+966-2-2754811 Piatto Etoile / Al Malik Rd Tel:+966-2-6922501 Pizza Fusion Rawda Star Center Tel: +966-2-2616933 Pane Caldo Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150393 Pizza Lenou Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6140663 Pizza Napoli Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6927796 Portofino Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6655855 Rossopomodoro Etoile/ King Rd Tel: +966-2-6926318 Salues Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6680335 Sbarro Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6067449 Scalini Habitat Hotel Tel: +966-2-2578800 Vera Pizza Batarji St. Tel: +920003213 66 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6555550 Benihana Al-Rausha Sands Hotel / Tahlia St. Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6686014 Tel: +966-2-6541460 Ginza i chome Al-Sunobarah Rosewood Hotel Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2578888 Tel: +966-2-6609720 Le Japonais Al-Zawaqa Westin Jeddah Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6588200 Tel: +966-2-6916004 Mabu Areej Zaman Sultan Bin Salman St. Al Andalous Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6597122 Tel: +966-2-6604300 Bab Al Yemen Ohayo Shate’e Dist.

Al-Kayyal St. Tel: +966-2-2899090 Tel: +966-2-6836789 Bait Al-Buff Oishii Sushi Prince Sultan St. Al-Baterji St. Tel: +966-2-6917578 Tel: +966-533575162 Beiruiti Osaka Tahlia St. Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6686354 Tel: +966-2-6645956 Obhur Shogun Lounge Tel: +966-2-6562606 Tel: +966-2-6062288 Mob: +966-559662288 Belajio North Corniche Road Sushi Yushi Tel: +966-2-6222784 Attallah Center Tel: +966-2-6222779 Tel: +966-2-6944419 Bhar Rawdah St. Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2616734 Tel: +966-2-6973420 Wakame Byblos Rawdah St. Andalus St. Tel:+966-2-6682003 Tel: +966-2-6697655 Zn Lounge Chez Siran Roshana Mall, Tahlia St. Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-2634889 Tel: +966-2-2616910 Mob: +966-535598855 Cusine Halawani Tahlia St. Middle-Eastern Tel: +966-2-6688900 Abu Shakra Crunchy Square Al-Hamra Dist.

Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6645111 Tel:+966-2-6672977 Abu Zaid Foul wa Dugga Hera’a St. Murjaan Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6936633 Tel: +966-504814385 Al-Dawwar Al-Masri Ghouzi Red Sea Mall Hera St. Tel: +966-2-2150390 Tel: +966-6900004 Al-Fairouz Goodies King Fahad St. Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6703911 Tel: +966-2-6657721 Al-Nakheel Stars Avenue Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-2754527 Tel:+966-2-6066644 Green Island Café Al-Wada’a Corniche Rd.

Japanese

Tel: +966-2-6990090 Kan Ya Makan Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6697777 Kanz Obhur Obhur Tel: +966-2-2902888 Khayal Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6629999 Manuosha Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2565275 Mataam Al-Sharq Qasr Al-Sharq Tel: +966-2-6599999 Mathag Zaman Khalideya St. Tel: +966-2-6067553 Nafoura Park Hyatt Tel: +966-2-2639666 Palm Beach Salamah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6394007 Redan Tel: +966-2-6542949 Roody Opp. Al-Shatee Souk Tel: +966-2-6919126 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2388488 Saddah Tel: +966-2-6055982 Semsom Khalediya St. Tel: +966-2-6068600 Shami Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6065353 Shawarmatac Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6688994 Sheesh Kabaab Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6712047 Sheikh Manqoush Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6837330 Shoro Quraish St. Tel: +966-2-6626246 Sindian Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6678189 Taktaka Khalideyah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6064148/ 6060790 Teen Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6689531 Yildizlar Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6531150

Moroccan

Original recipe since 1991

Nosh Lounge Hera’a St. Tel: +966-2-6543888

Persian Al-Khayam Hilton Hotel Tel: +966-2-6590000 Jahan Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6571427 Sultani Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6693898 Tikka Express Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6631825

Sea Food Amou Hamza Safa Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6677070 Al-Danah Corniche Rd. Tel: +966-2-6990090 Al-Hori Tel: +966-502724033 Al-Multaqa King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6066666 Atlantis Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6611800 El Bengala Tel: +966-2-6166332 Fish Market Al-Hamra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6611800 The Manhattan Fish Market Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6141900 Sayadiyah Express For Delivery Tel: +966-566640660

Red Saea Mall El basatine Center El Tahlia Mall Beach Resorts Fal and Crystal El Tayif Mall

Tel: 02 6694423 Sweets/Dessert &Bakery Al-Emad Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-2575268 AL-Forn Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642388 Hail Street Tel: +966-2-6612874 Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6990352 Al-Mahawi Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2575739 Al-Samadi Sweets Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424 Al-Zawaq Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6605061 Atayeb Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642150 Bonbon Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6697655 Cake-a-licious Al-Batarji St. Tel: +966-2-2889926 Cheesecake Factory

Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6690895 Crepe Factory Al-Shati Dist Tel: +966-2-6995676 Crunchez Red Sea Mall Tel: +966-2-2150145 Crusty Rawdah St. Tel: +920026633 Dactylifera Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920008182 Edible Arrangments Batarji St. Tel: +920024070 Helen’s Kitchen Kayyal St. Tel: +966-2-6977729 La Fraise Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6511312 Le Croissant Shop Khalideya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6065184 Le Gourmet Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-6605061 Le Notre Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2611222

Le Vendome King Rd. Tel: +966-2-6924606 Lite Bite Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6989081 Obhur Tel: +966-2-6562262 Minimoonz Tahlia Center Tel: +966-507702501 Munch Bakery Arafat St. Tel: +966-2-6605010 Pie Sweet Pie Tel: +966-557616616 Samadi Rawdah St. Tel: +966-2-6642424 Shake Licious Khalidiyah Tel: +966-2-6928208

South-Asian Asia Restaurant Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6828525 Bharat Sari St. Tel: +966-2-2754606 India Gate Sharafiya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6440276 Mahrajah Palestine St. Tel: +966-2-6656558 Kohinoor Ramada Hotel Tel: +966-2-6670777 Marhaba Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6636201 Raj Tahlia St. Tel: +966-2-2632137 Shezan Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6621086 Taj Mahal Khalideyah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6979698

Thai Papaya Next to Sawari Mall Tel: +966-2-2753425 Thai Thai Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6913808 Sea View Shisha Play Area Delivery Wi-Fi Outdoor Seating DESTINATION JEDDAH 67

Spirituality

A Pilgrim’s Diary

By Bashir Karamali

Millions of Muslims from all over the world have performed the Haj…it is indeed a blessed journey that is based on the belief in Allah and a sincere response to His call as an act of obedience and piety. The following excerpts are from one pilgrim’s Haj diary; the rituals of Haj are familiar to most Muslims, however these observations invite readers to revisit their Haj memories in a different light or even inspire those who are contemplating Haj in 2012, inshallah.

A Look Back…

“The feeling of God-consciousness begins to permeate within you well before you set out on the journey; and then it grows progressively stronger all during your stay in the Holy Land. My mind-set was completely different from the hundreds of flights that I’ve taken over the past 50 years. I found my mind turning to Allah, the Creator of the Universe, as the awesome beauty of the cycle of day and night was gradually unfolding before my eyes as I flew eastward on my journey. This all-powerful feeling of God-consciousness just kept intensifying as I touched down at Jeddah Airport and began the bus-ride to Makkah. I was overwhelmed by the hundreds of thousands of men and women from all 68 DESTINATION JEDDAH

corners of the globe – a mosaic of different colors and features – all in total devotion to Allah and praying for His mercy and forgiveness. It is not surprising that no one returns unchanged from the Haj experience.

My spiritual battery was recharged and I developed a strong commitment to stay on the ‘Sirat ul- Mustaqeem’ (the Straight Path).”

First Glimpse…

“It is an electrifying sensation in both mind and body upon glimpsing the Kaabah for the first time. The throng of humanity circling the Kabah all through the 24 hours of day and night is simply awesome. I got an aerial view of the crowds when I offered my prayers from the upper level terrace one evening –the moon and the stars glittered

above my head as I watched the pilgrims circling the Kabah in graceful, everenlarging circles. It looked as if there was an aura of peace and calm overhanging the heads of the pilgrims.”

Some Thoughts on the Stampede…

“Again last year, there was a stampede at the Jamarah during the symbolic stoning of Satan in which many pilgrims lost their lives. Considering the crowds involved during this ritual, it is a testament to the efforts of the Saudi government to ensure the pilgrims’ safety that more lives are not lost during the Haj. The sheer numbers of Muslims eager to perform Haj (2-3 million every year) creates congestion beyond imagination, yet somehow people practice patience in order to complete their Haj in safety.”

One Final Comment…

“During the Haj rituals, I feel that I witnessed ‘crowd psychology’ being transformed into a sublime ‘Spiritual Awakening’ – Haj is a symbol of sacrifice in which the soul of man sacrifices all comforts and luxuries for the sake of the happiness derived from the feeling of standing before the Almighty. It is like being drowned in the Sea of God’s Love. When I think back to how difficult the journey must have been for pilgrims in the past before the advent of large ships and airplanes…for many it took months by camel-caravans and so many of the aged didn’t even survive the journey.

While the actual travel has been greatly simplified today, I would strongly urge people to undertake their Haj in their youth or middle-age as it is still a physicallydemanding experience.”

On a Lighter Note…

“One of the positives stemming from the pilgrimage was the loss of about 12lbs of body-weight…I sometimes wonder, in a light-hearted vein, if this phenomenon reflects the weight of my sins forgiven by the Almighty!”

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The Call To Prayer . . .

A Song for the Soul

By Dilara Hafiz

A visitor to Saudi Arabia cannot help hearing the melodious sounds of Arabic as it floats from the minarets of mosques in the 5 times daily call to prayer known as the ‘adhan’. Traditionally sung by men who are chosen for the beauty of their voices, the adhan originated at the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) when he selected a former slave named Bilal to call the prayer from the fledgling Muslim community’s first mosque in Madinah. Bilal had endured horrendous suffering at the hands of his former employer as he clung to his Islamic faith and refused to renounce it at the demands of his employer. Abu Bakr, the Prophet’s uncle and staunchest supporter, was impressed with his fortitude and freed Bilal from captivity. Bilal became the first muezzin (one who calls the prayer) in history.

The Call to Prayer (Adhan) Recital 4x

Arabic

Transliteration

Transliteration

‫أاهلل كبر‬

Allahu Akbar

God is Greatest

‫أشهد أن ال اله إال اهلل‬

Ash-hadu al-la ilaha illa llah

I bear witness that there is no God except the One God

‫أشهد أن محمدا رسول اهلل‬

Ash-hadu anna Muħammadan rasulullah

I bear witness that Muhammad is God’s Messenger

2x

‫حي على الصالة‬

Ħayya ‘ala-salah

Come to salat (prayer, worship)

2x

‫حي على الفالح‬

Ħayya ‘ala ‘l-falaħ

Come to success

‫الصالة خير من النوم‬

(For Fajr) As-salatu khayru min an-nawm

Salat (prayer, worship) is better than sleep

2x

‫اهلل أكبر‬

Allahu Akbar

God is Greatest

1x

‫ال إله إال اهلل‬

La ilaha illallah

There is no god except Allah.

2x 2x

2x

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Andalus Classy Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St. Tel: +966-4-829-0000

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Durrat Andalus Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St.

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Al-Shohada Hotel (5-star) Ajyad St. Dar Al-Manasek Hotel (4-star) Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. Tel: +966-2-539-4444

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Elaf Al-Sud Hotel (4-star) Ajayad Al-Sud St. Tel: +966-2-570-8586

Elad Kindah Hotel (5-star) Al-Messyaal St.

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Travel Trends

TRAVEL NEWS

Saudi Airlines HOT Deals

Saudi Airlines is offering a variety of flight/ hotel combinations to their most popular worldwide destinations – check out the following deals which are just a few of the specials now on sale. Prices include roundtrip airfare and early booking is recommended to secure your preferred choice of hotel.

Arabia introduces flights to Yanbu

For more information: www.saudiaworldholidays.com

www.airarabia.com.

Stay 7 Nights in Nairobi from SR 4304 per person,Valid till December 31, 2011 Stay 7 Nights at Kuala Lumpur from SR 5012 per person,Valid till December 31, 2011 6 Nights Stay at Dubai’s Ibn Battuta Hotel from SR 3125 per person in double,Valid till April 30, 2012 Stay 7 Nights at London from SR 3811 per person,Valid till December 31, 2011

flydubai...then drive away flydubai, Dubai’s pioneering low cost airline, has launched its new car rental service allowing passengers to book a vehicle and then drive away for less...anywhere in the world. The service, available exclusively online through flydubai.com, finds the best rates from more than 650 car rental companies across 35,000 cities and airports in 185 countries. The service is provided in conjunction with CarTrawler.

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Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, announced the introduction of thrice weekly flights to Yanbu from its primary hub in Sharjah, UAE. The Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays flights from Sharjah to Yanbu mark the sixth destination in KSA reachable via Air Arabia. For further information, please visit:

Festive New Year’s Celebrations at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest Christmas markets, roasted chestnuts, Christmas cookies and special sweets, choirs and concerts create a magical atmosphere in Budapest, the cultural heart of Europe. Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace offers guests a series of dinners and parties for young and old - from a special degustation dinner on Christmas Eve in the Pava room to the Broadway Dinner and Dance party in Zirini Passage on New Year’s Eve. Gypsy music will set the tone for a merry celebration.

Festive Package: A special Festive package including accommodation and breakfast starting at EUR 295.00 per night and is valid from December 1-30, 2011. New Year’s Eve rates start at EUR 345.00 and include accommodations, breakfast and late check-out. http://www.fourseasons.com/budapest

Germany Top European Destination:

According to recent data released by the World Travel Monitor/IPK International, Germany ranked as the number one destination in Europe for Gulf Arabs in 2010. With an average stay of 12 nights, Germany is enjoying increased tourism and business visitors. “Germany is a diverse country offering plenty of attractions to its Arab guests; natural beauty, cultural richness, and quality medical tourism.” said Antje Roeding-Boudier, Director of Marketing & Sales at the German National Tourist Office in Dubai.

A Cultural Feast from British Airways and VisitBritain

British Airways has partnered with VisitBritain tour agency to offer attractive packages for visitors to the UK. The special offer, all-inclusive fares start from SR 2,686 on World Traveller (economy class). Paolo DeRenzis, Regional Commercial Manager, said, “Britain is one of the few destinations that manages to pack so many attractions and cultural influences into such a small place.

Whether you want to climb Britain’s tallest peak in the Scottish Highlands, swim off the Pembrokeshire Coast in Wales or simply take a gentle drive through a sleepy English village, you’ll find Britain’s countryside and coast a real breath of fresh air.” Purchase tickets by November 13, 2011 for travel until March 31, 2012.

Brown’s Hotel and French Sole Celebrate Degas From September 17 – December 11, 2011, Rocco Forte’s Brown’s Hotel, London is partnering with shoe emporium French Sole and the Royal Academy of Arts’ to celebrate its landmark exhibition ‘Degas and the Ballet: Picturing Movement’. Comprising of around 85 paintings, sculptures, pastels, prints and photographs, the exhibition traces the development of Degas’s ballet imagery throughout his career.

The dedicated Degas Ballet Package at Brown’s Hotel includes: - A pair of French Sole ballet pumps from a selection at French Sole on Brook Street, Mayfair - Complimentary open tickets to ‘Degas and the Ballet: Picturing Movement’ exhibition at The Royal Academy of Arts - ‘Tutu Tootsies’ seasonal pedicure in The Spa at Brown’s Hotel - *Additional prima ballerina costume for little ballerinas (aged 3-10) available on request - One night accommodation with English Breakfast in your room or in HIX at The Albemarle Prices start from £395 in a Classic King room for single occupancy and from £495 in a Classic King Room, for double occupancy.

For more information: www.ba.com or www.visitbritain.com

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Travel Trends

The Pleasures of

Travelling by Private Jet Long considered the domain of movie stars, rock stars, and royalty…travelling by private jet is now within the reach of the average person due to a global glut in supply. Depending upon the type of aircraft and the duration of the flight, a shopping day-trip or a luncheon in a neighboring city can become a reality rather than an unrealized dream.

Travelling by private jet offers privacy, security, and convenience. Commercial travel involves navigating crowded airports, wasting time in check-in queues, and exposing oneself to airborne germs etc. The additional costs which are incurred by a private jet journey can be offset once these factors are taken into consideration. ‘Empty leg’ situations are often the bargain route to booking a private jet and they arise when an aircraft has been hired for a one-way flight.

Since the aircraft is returning ‘empty’, it is often available at up to a 75% discount to a standard private jet charter!

Private jet travel customarily includes exclusive ground transfers, VIP on-board catering, and medical assistance upon request. Luxury is the byword in the world of small jet charters – every extravagance based upon your personal requirements can be catered for upon prior arrangement. The size of the group and the distance of the 74 DESTINATION JEDDAH

By Dilara Hafiz

journey will dictate the size of the airplane required – smaller planes cost less since they consume less fuel, however jet planes are faster than propeller planes. For those who value time over money, jet planes are the only way to travel. Websites advertising private jet charters can offer real-time quotes. Here are a sampling of leisure itineraries within Europe and the US: Shopping in Milan –more time in the shops without worrying about excess baggage charges!

Roundtrip 2-day visit to Milan from London from SR11,800 per aircraft Lunch in Paris - spend less time in the airport and more time lingering over a Parisian meal. · Roundtrip via small jet from London from SR10,700 per aircraft Party charter from Los Angeles to Las Vegas – get the party started in mid-air! · Roundtrip via small jet from SR 15,600 per aircraft Zip from Abu-Dhabi to Dubai for a meeting, a meal, or simply for fun. · Empty leg one-way from SR 11,250 Travel in comfort and style from Riyadh to San Diego · Empty leg one-way from SR 815,000 Luxury travel between holiday or business destinations of London to Los Angeles · Empty leg one-way from SR 290,000 Whether it’s a once in a lifetime splurge or an annual family extravaganza – booking a journey by private jet is a well-deserved experience which will never be forgotten!

For more information: www.royaljetgroup.com www.privatefly.com www.ellejet.com www.privatejetscharter.net/airport-directory/ region.php?country=Saudi%20Arabia

AROUND THE WORLD

BY PRIVATE JET Imagine exploring ten legendary destinations around the world, flying from one destination to the next by private jet, staying at some of the world’s finest hotels and resorts and enjoying your choice of high-quality excursions along the way, all with a team of experts to ensure you get the most from the experience. This 22-day, exclusive trip for just 78 travelers kicks off on October 29, 2012 in Los Angeles.

The itinerary includes: Kona-Hawaii, Bora Bora-French Polynesia, Sydney/Ayers Rock-Australia, Bali-Indonesia, Chiang Mai-Thailand, the Taj Mahal/MumbaiIndia, the Pyramids/Sphinx in Cairo-Egypt and London-UK. For full itinerary details, contact Mr John Kailath at Omeir Travel Agency www.omeir.com or wphone +9712 611 8611.

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By Nilo Haq

Looking for a relaxing spa experience?

Recently opened in Jeddah, Mayara Home Spa is the ultimate relaxation sanctuary. It’s rare to find a spa that offers tranquility and extraordinary treatments with the convenience of having it from the comfort of your own home. Mayara, which means the Woman who brings luck in Arabic, is the first professional mobile spa service in Jeddah. If you’re busy and stressed like most of us, you may not take time out for yourself very often. Time is important to every woman and Mayara makes time a priority. With their focus on wellness, their mission is to offer luxury and comfort to today’s woman.

Everything detail about Mayara home spa is carefully thought through to perfection making your home into an oasis of luxury. They have a long list of services to avail such as wellness massages, body treatments, facials, waxing, hair treatments, luxurious manicures and pedicures.

They boast about their careful attention to hygiene by using a one time only paraffin wax, disposable towels, tubs, manicure and pedicure tools.

They also offer special treatments for all types of women: brides, pre/post pregnant women and students to name a few. As well, not offered anywhere else in Jeddah Mayara proudly carries a world-renowned Brazilian manicure 78 DESTINATION JEDDAH

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and pedicure. This unique hand and foot treatment uses specially lined gloves/socks full of moisturizing power and six exclusive substances that include keratin and calcium to keep your hands looking young, healthy and vibrant.

A cultural aptitude runs through their menu of services, including customized massages like Havana, Lava Shell and Desert Rose.

The Desert Rose massage is inspired by Saudi Arabia. “It is a gift of touch and scared ceremony that will reconnect you to both body and soul using aromatic scents of Arabian Oud and hypnotizing notes of Arabian music.”

I had the opportunity to try the lava shell massage. The entire experience was like having a small piece of heaven in my home.

It was an incredible! I loved how soft and luxurious the massage bed felt against my body and how Mayara thought of every detail to make my experience as special as possible: from the soft scent of the towels to the beautiful ambiance they created. I’ve had massages in the past where I left with a twinge in my shoulder. However after this massage I felt “weightless” and relaxed. She loosened up my tight muscles and her touch left my body warm from blood circulation.

My therapist was punctual and was dressed very professionally. She made my room into a five star mini spa by providing a full massage bed, scented towels, dim lighting, perfect room temperature and a customized mixture of aromatic oils and candles. One of the most important parts of my Mayara home spa experience was being able to have some uninterrupted time for myself. I didn’t have to leave my home and wait to get the ultimate spa experience. The massage relieved tension in my muscles and made my stress melt away. Every muscle was given time and my entire body was relaxed. A must try for every woman, finally a REAL spa service in Jeddah.

Rating Contact information : Telephone : +966 2 234 5499 Mobile : +966 5 5583 8127 www.mayarahomespa.com Email : info@mayarahomespa.com

What Makes Mayara Home Spa Different?

- Luxury spa experience in the comfort of your own home - Convenient booking (both phone and online booking available) - London-certified therapists - Secret blends of oils catering to the mind, body and soul.

- Wide variety of treatments Professional and well-trained staff with accomodating, friendly personas Using the latest technology in beauty treatment Dedicated to making full use of the allocated time P ROMOTION

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Healthy Living

Beauty !

DJ’s Beauty Editor Nilo Haq shares her knowledge and expertise with our readers.

Her goal is to impart confidence, share tips, revamp beauty routines, and let you in on Jeddah’s latest beauty news and great finds - enjoy!

Q&A Q: I love nail polishes but don’t know where to find the branded ones in Jeddah. Help?

A: I agree, finding a good selection of nail polishes in Jeddah can be tough. Alexander Zouari carries a good selection of OPI, Orly and recently some Essie brand nail polishes.

You can also purchase a vast selection of Essie nail polishes from Toni & Guy on Thalia. Nazih (a beauty supply store) is located inside Aziz Mall and on Sari Street.

They carry OPI nail polishes for half the price that they sell them for at salons (SR33!).

Beauty Tip !

Broken an eye shadow? Don’t throw it away, instead add a dab of Vaseline and mix until you’ve gotten the right consistency.

Presto! You now have a new cream eye shadow!

Splurge or Save Kohl is an ancient eye cosmetic that has been worn traditionally by Egyptian queens from the Bronze Age. Also know as kuhl (‫ )كحل‬in Arabic this is a must have beauty product for women of today (especially in Arab Countries).

I LOVE: MAC: Smoulder Black Eye Kohl Available at MAC Cosmetics – SR90 STEAL DEAL: Mikyajy: Sabaya Line and Shape Pencil #06 Available at Mikyajy – SR45

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Beauty Tip !

Luminous Silk Foundation Women are always looking for more natural foundations and personally; I hate the feeling of heavy foundation on my face especially with all the heat and humidity of living in a desert. This foundation has such smooth texture it feels like satin between my fingertips and what I love most about the entire Giorgio Armani foundation line is that it’s taken natural foundation on to the next level. This foundation is amazing. Natural yet gives you the perfect coverage. Only available at Paris Gallery in Tahlia Center.

TONI&GUY Jeddah…

One of the world’s most powerful hairdressing brands: Toni & Guy recently opened their first women’s branch right here in Jeddah. The question around town: Is Toni & Guy Jeddah comparable to their worldwide standards?

Destination Jeddah had to visit to find out.

Each of the hair stylists has been trained in London at Toni & Guy. I am a regular client at Toni & Guy London and recognized many of the signature cutting techniques and procedures while getting my hair cut and styled. Though my stylist did not use any product in my hair before blow-drying she was quick and precise. I also wish my stylist would have sat down with me to understand what kind of hair cut I had in mind before beginning. Overall, I loved my hair it was beautifully cut with the signature Toni & Guy edge.

The manicure and pedicure was hands down the best I’ve ever had. I sat on a stateof-the-art massage chair while receiving my services. The water was at the perfect temperature and it remained warm as at most salons it cools down. They poured in lovely scented Essie brand salts while the water jets gently massaged my feet. I was also provided with a gel hand rest designed for comfort as I got my nails done. The atmosphere was calm and the music was soothing. Literally I had to stop myself from falling asleep; yes! it was that relaxing. They also had a convenient nail drying station so I could dry my polish and leave quickly.

All the tools were hygienic and sanitized including a new nail file. The only thing missing was a good read, as they need a better selection of magazines.

Pros: Wifi Reasonable Prices Intimate Atmosphere Good selection of music Excellent choice of products for all salon & spa services NON –SMOKING! (They have a separate area upstairs for those who want to smoke) Cons: No new magazines (or anything to read in English) Staff using cell phones on the floor Staff’s personal image was not as chic as Toni & Guy’s worldwide Salon is a little congested Rating DESTINATION JEDDAH 81

Healthy Living

Green Living

GREEN LIVING

It’s not a color.

It’s a state of

mind.

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

Green rganizations

EC -Gadget Brighten up your landscape AND save electricity!

Available at Saco, these reasonably priced solar powered lights come in plastic or stainless steel. They’re fully equipped with a solar panel which powers a muti/ monocrystalline light source: 1 super bright white LED. Over 8 hours discharge time on a fully charged battery - set some out today to brighten up your winter evenings.

Alnabta

Tel: +966-2-2632013 Facebook: Alnabta Website: www.alnabta.org Email: alnabta@gmail.com

Faseelah

Facebook: Faseelah Website: www.faseelah.blogspot.com Email: faseelah@effat.edu.sa

Friends of Jeddah Parks Tel: +966-2-6579572 Facebook: Friends of Jeddah Parks Website: www.fjpsa.org Email: bghuname@fipsa.org

Stores in Jeddah that stock organic food:

Greenation

Facebook: Greenation Website: www.greenationksa.com Email: greenjeddah@gmail.com

Saudi Environmental Society Tel: +966-2-6996193 Website: www.sens.org.sa

Green Quote o f the

Month

”

There is none plants a tree, or amongst the believers who sows a seed, an or a person, or an animal eats d then a bird, is regarded as th having given a ereof, but it charitable gift (for which ther e is great reco mpense.

Pr

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ophet Mohamm ad PBUH (Al-B ukhari, III:513)

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rganic Shops Abazeer Organic Products Tel: +966-2-6612285 / +966-2-6676157 Al-Shoula on Madineh Road Organic Shop Nofa Holdings Provides a variety of organic products Al-Shoalla Center - Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-2-6073890 Reyhan Gourmet shop Al-Andalus St. Tel: +966-2-6688233 Watania Organic Products Abdul Rahman Al- Sudairi St. Tel: +966-2-6915082 Danube, Bin Dawood Supermarkets Provides a variety of organic products

Recycled Magazine Purse

Chic, Unique Statement of Your Individuality!

Materials:

Old magazines with colorful/bold images and designs that you like, scissors, a roll of clear packaging tape or sheet of clear contact paper, and some stick on velcro.

Method:

1- Carefully tear out the magazine pages you would like to use. Fold them length wise into strips of about 3cm width.

2- Make 12 pages/strips for the front and back.

9 for the front flap.

3- Lay out 6 strips closely together and tape the ends.

4- Weave 6 more strips (under and over) through these. Make sure you push all the weaves tightly together.

5- Tape the whole lot, front and back with packaging tape or contact paper to “laminate” and make it more sturdy.

6- Cut off the extra pieces around the edges to make your square.

7- Lay out the next 6 strips and weave the final 3 strips into it.

8- Cover front and back with packaging tape/ co ntact paper and cut out the rectangle.

9- Fold the larger piece in half lengthwise

and tape the smaller piece to the top for the flap. You will have to tape a couple of layers to make it sturdy.

10- Tape up the edges of the purse.

11- Fold over the front flap and attach sticky velcro for closure.

12- Decorate the purse with whatever you wish and voila!

How to Make Your Car Look Hot … But Feel Cool

Car Zone is a car accessories shop which can make your car look smoking hot, but give you a cooler ride so that you glide through the heat in comfort and style. Tinting your car windows is one way to help decrease the amount of sunlight and ultraviolet rays which enter your car, thereby keeping the interior temperature down as well as maintaining your leather seats soft and supple. Tints will also reduce the amount and duration of air conditioning necessary, which extends the life of the air conditioner system. Car Zone also offers a once-a-year wax for your car. The wax sealant helps to keep your interior temperature down, as well as keeping your paint job safe from chipping due to heat.

For more information on Car Zone: +966-2-256-6100, +966-2-256-0091 or visit www.carZONE.com.sa.

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Healthy Living

Green Living

Teach

Your Kids How To

Become Enviromentally

Friendly

Ensure the Green Revolution lives on tomorrow by raising awareness for your children today. Explain the importance of preserving resources and reducing waste in order to have a healthy Earth – use age appropriate language to convey complex concepts in their terms. Most importantly, lead by example. Once the adults practice green solutions…the kids will follow.

• Remind your kids to turn off the faucet while they are brushing their teeth.

Leaving a faucet on for five minutes uses the same amount of energy as a 60-watt light bulb that’s been on for 14 hours!

• Remind your kids to use small plates.

They are very visual, so they might fill their plates with food — no matter how big it is. Using small plates will help reduce wasted food.

• Encourage your kids to start a recycling program at their school to help cut down on waste.

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• Suggest that they use less electricity so there is less air pollution. They can do this by climbing the stairs instead of taking the elevator or by turning off the unused lights, TVs and computers around the house.

• Take a family trip to your local nursery.

Ask a specialist there to help you choose a tree that will grow well in your area. Plant the tree in your yard together as a family.

• On a weekend, gather your family and go to a local park to collect trash around the area. If you find any recyclable items, such as cans or paper bags, bring them to your local recycling center.

Share these tips to teach your family how to get a little bit more by taking a little less — and give a little back — starting today. http://pgeverydaysolutions.com/pgeds/articlestips/ATAAC/help-your-children-become-ecofriendly?subCat=Green%20Living

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Tel: +966-2-6825105 Al-Hamra Hospital Tel: +966-2-6653939 Al-Hayat Hospital Tel: +966-2-6367778 Al-Safa Tel: +966-2-6937262 Bakhsh Hospital Tel: +966-2-6479666 Bugshan General Hospital Tel: +966-2-6691222 Dr. Erfan & Bagedo Hummer Gym Tel: +966-2-6820022 Clinics Tel: +966-2-6671212 Dr. Ghassan N. Pharaon King Faisal Specialist Tel: +966-2-6823200 Al-Ansar New Clinic Tel: +966-2-6677777 Dar Al-Shifa Saudi Tel: +966-2-6933379 Power In Gym Tel: +966-2-6822900 Al-Gadeer Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6061516 Dr. Siddiqa Hospital Tel: +966-2-6722535 Ryan Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6721763 Al-Hamra Clinics Tel: +966-2-6322848 Dr. Soliman Fakeeh Tel: +966-2-6655588 Seba Tel: +966-2-6655000 Al-Haramin Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-2639791 Hai Al-Jamea Hospital Tel: +966-2-6474850 Z-Club Tel: +966-2-6806666 Al-Madina Medical Clinic Tel: +966-2-6690204 International Medical Tel: +966-2-6881288 Women Center Al-Quds Polyclinic Bugshan Outpatient Tel: +966-2-6509000 Tel: +966-2-6970224 Tel: +966-2-6691222 Jeddah Clinic Hospital Andalusia Dental Center Ext. 899 Tel: +966-2-6313131 Tel: +966-2-2611111 Henaa Center Jeddah Institute for Clinic 21 (Specialized on Tel: +966-2-6714619 Speech and Hearing Physiotherapy) Chamelle Plaza Gym Tel: +966-2-6675311 Tel: +966-2-6067202 Tel: +966-2-6634355 King Abdul Aziz Mob: +966-506673533 Dr. Soliman Fakeeh University www.clinic21.net Tel: +966-2-6655000 Tel: +966-2-6401000 Dr. Edrees Podiatric Clinics Ext. 1501-1503 King Faisal Specialist Tel: +966-500506507 The Lift Tel: +966-2-6677777 Dr. Effat Daghostani Clinics Tel: 8001247775 Tel: +966-2-6601729 Ba’Azem Body Building /6365028 Magrabi Eye & Ear Hay Al-Sabeel Polyclinic Tel: +966-2-6448844 Hospital Tel: +966-2-6480792 Brazilian Jiu Jiutsu Tel: +966-2-6365000 Hera’a Polyclinic Tel: +966-552065722 Mostagbal Hospital Tel: +966-2-6920724 B Well Gym Tel: +966-2-6875255 Ideal Clinics Tel: +966-2-6066477 Mushrifah Medical Center Tel: +966-2-6635444 KAI Gym Tel: +966-2-6654366 Magrabi Eye & Ear Clinic Tel: +966-2-6694466 New Al-Jedaani Hospital Tel: +966-2-6655200 Tel: +699-2-2753942 Tel: +966-2-6368100 Orthopaedic Specialty Clinics Sport Tech New Jeddah Clinic Tel: +966-2-6071129 Tel: +966-2-6922298 Hospital (NJCH) Star Power Club Saudi American Clinic Tel: +966-2-6675000 Tel: +966-2-6776177 Tel: +966-2-6605050 Saudi German Hospital Kids Gym & Health Tel: +966-2-682-9000 Junior Gym United Doctors Hospital Center Tel: +966-2-6911925 Tel: +966-2-6533333 Sporty Kids Fitness Time Tel: +966-2-6993586 Tel: +966-2-6226369 Pharmacies Hospitals Gold’s Gym Abo Dawood Abuzinadah Hospital Tel: +966-2-6912077 Tel: +966-2-6877210 Tel: +966-2-6510652 Hiltonia Gym Al-Ajuwad Al-Ansar Hospital Tel: +966-2-6590000 Tel: +966-2-6473436

Health

Directory

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Al-Ameera Tel: +966-2-6055638 Al-Ansar Tel: +966-2-6050010 Al-Awad Tel: +966-2-6591800 Al-Atta Tel: +966-2-6773314 Al-Azizeyah Tel: +966-2-6206981 Al-Hamra Tel: +966-2-6440108 Al-Marzouki Tel: +966-2-2717136 Al-Nahdi Tel: +966-2-6658687 Al-Sudais Tel: +966-2-6737679 Tel: +966-2-6058962 Al-Wasfah Tel: +966-2-6826198 Alya Tel: +966-2-6449254 Amal Tel: +966-2-6429486 Amira Tel: +966-2-6746001 Asia Tel: +966-2-6390553 Bin Muteab Tel: +966-2-6890964 Daan Tel: +966-2-6284405 Jamjoom Tel: +966-2-6081111 Jehhar Tel: +966-2-6973401 Noura Tel: +966-2-6685500 Rana Tel: +966-2-6984972 Remedies Tel: +966-2-6563048

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SPA & Beauty Center Al-Megayena Tel: +966-2-6655763 Alexandre Zouari Tel: +966-2-6656161 Beauty Alliance Tel: +966-2-6681381 Body Line (men only) Tel: +966-2-2631859 Bouthaina Tel: +966-2-6631809 /6691901 Carmen Center Tel: +966-2-6648122 Chamelle Plaza Tel: +966-2-6656807 Ciate Tel: +966-2-2611250 Dar Al-Moda Tel: +966-2-6526660 Dr. Edrees Foot Spa Tel: +966-500506507 E Spa Tel: +966-2-2632093 Evania- Ladies Spa Tel: +966-2-2639792 EVE Salons Tel: +966-2-6581977 Tel: +966-2-6581455 Garra rufa Tel: +966-2-2635018 Jamalouki Tel: +966-2-6651888 Lamasat Tel: +966-2-6834002 Lila’s Beauty Parlour Tel: +966-2-6622676 Lucie Saint Clair Tel: +966-2-2832020 Mana Center Tel: +966-2-6066628 Massage on line Tel: +966-530116729 Mervat Center Tel: +966-2-6630676 Miracle Parlour Tel: +966-2-6739597 Nadoleen Center Tel: +966-2-6633972 Nail care Tel: +966-544426264 Nirvana Tel: +966-2-6681634 Oriana Tel: +966-2-6220773

Our Services: Nail, Foot, Body SPA Manicure, Pedicure

Artificial Nails: False, Acrylic and Gel Nails

Hair Removal:

Waxing, Halawa and Thread

Body Care:

Moroccan Bath, SCRUB, Mask, Facial, Whitening, Paraffin and Massage

Hair Care:

Coloring, Cut, Brushing and Treatment

Num: 0544408585 Tel: 0544408585

Seba Gentelman’s Sports & Wellness Center Tel: +966-2-2639791 Planet Beach Tel: +8001247776 Serenity Center Tel: +966-2-6648353 Soleil d’Or Spa Tel: +966-2-2842233 Spada Tel: +920010099 Spa Lounge Tel: +966-2-2630904 Spa to go Tel: +966-544408585 The Spa by Clarins Paris Tel: +966-2-6599999 U Beautes Tel: +966-559891555 Viva La Vie Tel: +966-2-6929163 Tel: +966-2-6060338 Zowaina Tel: +966-2-6656311 7L House Tel: +966-2-6532812

Veterinary Clinics Al-Seleouly Veterinary Tel: +966-2-6312169 Ext 103 European Veterinary Clinic Tel: +966-2-6676330 Emergency: +966-506530565 Happy Pet Vet Clinic Tel: +966-2-6164030 Jeddah Veterinary Clinic Tel: +966-2-6912896 North American Veterinary Tel: +966-503671822/ 0562111786 Tahliah International Tel: +966-2-6695554 Emergency: +966-504698810 Veterinarian@yourservice Mob: +966-562111786 Waleed Veterinary Clinic Tel: +966-2-6656084

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What DJ staff will be watching . .

FOR NOVEMBER 2011 Three Rivers On: MBC 4 Showing Time: Every Saturday to Wednesday 04:00 pm KSA

K O O B IEW REV

’s

Notes From A Small Island By: Bill Bryson

Charlie’s Angels (Season 1) On: OSN Showing Time: Every Sunday 08:00 pm KSA

American Chopper Senior VS Junior On: OSN Showing Time: Every Saturday 12:00 pm KSA

Desperate Housewives (Season 8) On: OSN Showing Time: Every Monday 08:00 pm KSA

Grey’s Anatomy (Season 8) On: OSN Showing Time: Every Tuesday 07:00 pm KSA

True Blood (Season 4) On: OSN Showing Time: Every Wednesday 09:00 pm KSA 88 DESTINATION JEDDAH

Travel literature is always a popular genre.

Whether you’re a world traveler or prefer ‘armchair’ traveling, the greatest travel writers can instantly whisk you away to a different time and place. Bill Bryson is one of America’s most famous travel writers; he writes with humor and uses his keen talents of observation to draw parallels across cultures. Although published over 15 years ago, Notes From A Small Island is a wonderful introduction to his work if you’ve never read him before.

As a young journalist, Bryson moved from America to England back in 1973. After spending 20 years there, he returns to America, but not before embarking on a farewell tour of his adopted homeland. If you’ve ever visited England - his droll tales of all things British will leave you in stitches! His unassuming manner and ability to mock himself reveals a charming, yet old-fashioned Britain as seen through an American’s eyes. Many of his tales will ring true if you’re at all familiar with England...from the twee village names to the eccentricities of the average Britisher to the mysteries of British cuisine, Notes From A Small Island is a fond celebration of a bygone British era.

Perfect book to read on a journey, his chapters contain short vignettes so this book is easy to pick up and put down. Be prepared for curious looks from people around you as you won’t be able so prevent yourself from chuckling out loud during especially amusing bits of this book - you are forewarned!

General Directory Banks

Auto Care Technology

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Modacar

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Smart Care

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V. Cool

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Courier

Al-Bilad Bank

Tel: +966-2-6576217

Alinma Bank

Tel: +920005555

Al-Jazira Bank

Tel: +966-533500077

Al-Rajhi Bank

Tel: +966-2-6396969

Arab National Bank

Aramex

Tel: +966-2-6741497 Banque Saudi Fransi

Tel: +8001242121

Islamic Development Bank

Tel: +966-2-6361400

National Commercial Bank

Tel: +800 2441005 Riyadh Bank

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Tel: +966-2-6512121 Saudi Cairo Bank

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Saudi Investment Bank

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E: Embassies C: Consulates

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E: Tel: +966-1-4652600 AUSTRALIA

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Tel: +8003450000

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Fedex

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BAHRAIN

BANGLADESH

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E: Tel: +966-1-4880018 C: Tel: +966-2-6603874 C: Tel: +966-2-6603866 BRITAIN

E: Tel: +966-1-4880077 C: Tel: +966-2-6225550

Tel: +966-2-6677779

Ground Transportations

Tel: +966-2-6974459

Alo Sayyara

E: Tel: +966-1-4652244 C: Tel: +966-2-6744547

Apex Luxury Chaffeur Service

E: Tel: +966-1-4560814 C: Tel: +966-2-6724343

Abu Diyab Est.

Alpha Rent a Car

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Avis

Al-Zaman Group Daleel

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SAPTCO

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Formula

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Hanco

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Tel: +966-2-6061010 www.venueint.com

CZECH REPUBLIC

Hertz

Hessen for Rent Car

DSL Net

Khozama Est.

Tel: +966-2-6839333

E: Tel: +966-1-4880101 C: Tel: +966-2-6672222 Ext 1163

Tel: +920001844 Tel: +966-2-6040339 Tel: +966-2-6430295

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Nesma

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Key Rent a Car

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DJIBOUTI

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EGYPT

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E: Tel: +966-1-4801731 C: Tel: +966-2-6740592 ETHIOPIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4824055 C: Tel: +966-2-6653444 FINLAND

E: Tel: +966-1-4881515 C: Tel: +966-2-6438235 FRANCE

E: Tel: +966-1-4881255 C: Tel: +966-2-6681544 C: Tel: +966-2-6681563 GABON

E: Tel: +966-1-4567173 GAMBIA

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E: Tel: +966-1-4880700 C: Tel: +966-2-6996436 GHANA

E: Tel: +966-1-4545122 C: Tel: +966-2-6601429 GREECE

E: Tel: +966-1-4801975 C: Tel: +966-2-6674088 GUINEA

E: Tel: +966-1-4881121 C: Tel: +966-2-6637540 HUNGARY

E: Tel: +966-1-4568644 INDIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4884144 C: Tel: +966-2-6500104 INDONESIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4882282 C: Tel: +966-2-6711271 IRAN

E: Tel: +966-1-4881444 C: Tel: +966-2-6676132 IRELAND

E: Tel: +966-1-4882300 ITALY

E: TEL: +966-1-4881212 C: Tel: +966-2-6421454 JAPAN

E: Tel: +966-1-2881100 90 DESTINATION JEDDAH

C: Tel: +966-2-6670676 JORDAN

E: Tel: +966-1-4880039 C: Tel: +966-2-6607630

PAKISTAN

E: Tel: +966-1-4884111 C: Tel: +966-2-6692371 PHILIPPINES

E: Tel: +966-1-4882484 C: Tel: +966-2-4881238

E: Tel: +966-1-4880835 C: Tel: +966-2-6696797 C: Tel: +966-2-6693254

KOREA

PORTUGAL

E: Tel: +966-1-4882211 C: Tel: +966-2-6681990

QATAR

KENYA

KUWAIT

E: Tel: +966-1-4883500 C: Tel: +966-2-6604898 LEBANON

E: Tel: +966-1-4804060 C: Tel: +966-2-6690599 MALAYSIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4887100 C: Tel: +966-2-6727740

E: Tel: +966-1-4826964 E: Tel: +966-1-4825544 C: Tel: +966-2-6945666 RUSSIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4811432 C: Tel: +966-2-6659212 SENEGAL

E: Tel: +966-1-4880146 C: Tel: +966-2-6690275 SIERRA LEONE

MALI

E: Tel: +966-1-4643982

E: Tel: +966-1-4195640 C: Tel: +966-2-6514940

SINGAPORE

MALTA

E: Tel: +966-1-4615315 C: Tel: +966-2-6991599 MAURITANIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4646749 C: Tel: +966-2-6297722 MEXICO

E: Tel: +966-1-4808822 C: Tel: +966-2-6495332 MOROCCO

E: Tel: +966-1-4811858 C: Tel: +966-2-6695234 C: Tel: +966-2-6695238

E: Tel: +966-1-4803855 C: Tel: +966-2-6073980 SOUTH AFRICA

E: Tel: +966-1-4429728 C: Tel: +966-2-6060299 SPAIN

E: Tel: +966-1-4880606 C: Tel: +966-2-6607000 SRI LANKA

E: Tel: +966-1-4606906 C: Tel: +966-2-6065414 SUDAN

NEPAL

E: Tel: +966-1-4828857 C: Tel: +966-2-6475108 C: Tel: +966-2-6471273

E: Tel: +966-1-4645170

SWEDEN

NETHERLANDS

E: Tel: +966-1-4883100 C: Tel: +966-2-6529615 Ext 204

E: Tel: +966-1-4880011 NEW ZELAND

E: Tel: +966-1-4887988 C: Tel: +966-2-6512109 NIGERIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4823024 C: Tel: +966-2-6716865 NORWAY

E: Tel: +966-1-4881904 C: Tel: +966-2-6611222 Ext 300 OMAN

E: Tel: +966-1-4823120 C: Tel: +966-2-6996838

SWITZERLAND

E: Tel: +966-1-4881291 C: Tel: +966-2-6510772 SYRIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4887481 TANZANIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4542833 C: Tel: +966-2-6657528 THAILAND

E: Tel: +966-1-4881174 C: Tel: +966-2-6655317

TUNISIA

E: Tel: +966-1-4887900 C: Tel: +966-2-6605328 TURKEY

E: Tel: +966-1-4820101 C: Tel: +966-2-6601607 UGANDA

E: Tel: +966-1-4544910 UKRAINE

E: Tel: +966-1-4508536 UAE

E: Tel: +966-1-4881227 C: Tel: +966-2-6670307 C: Tel: +966-2-6515436 USA

E: Tel: +966-1-4801831 C: Tel: +966-2-6670080 URUGUAY

E: Tel: +966-1-4620739 C: Tel: +966-2-6633300 YEMEN

E: Tel: +966-1-4881769 C: Tel: +966-2-6896444 C: Tel: +966-2-6898555 Compounds Abir Compound

Prince Sultan St., Near Saudia City Tel: +966-2-6522358

Al-Andalus Luxury Villas

Tahliyah St. behind Suzuki Showroom Tel: +966-2-6695154 Al-Aoun Village

Al Bawadi, Near Al-Mirabi Mercedes Benz Tel: +966-2-2563381 Arabian Homes

Al Bawadi Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6822201 www.arabian-homes.com Aromary Village

Heraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;a St., Behind Al-Rajhi Tel: +966-2-6940086 Al Basateen Village

Next to Continental School, Off Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6944015 Belleview Executive Compound

Al-Amal St., Near Jeddah Preparatory School

Tel: +966-2-6547666 www.belleviewcompund. com

M&M Compound

Near King Faisal Specialist Hospital Tel: +966-2-6642636

M.M Al-Rumaih Compound

Belleview 2 Compound

Binzagr Villa Compound

Al Azizeyyah, Madinah Rd., One block after Lexus Showroom Tel: +966-2-6642636 Elite 2 Compound

Near Jeddah International Souk Tel: +966-2-6681111 www.elitecompounds.com Elite Compound

Near Jeddah International Souk Tel: +966-2-6610930 www.elitecompounds.com Fatima Compound

Near Corniche, Behind Business Park Tel: +966-2-6515416 Garden City Compound

Palestine St., Behind AlNakheel Bldg Tel: +966-2-6607590 www.hhaproperty.com.sa Al-Hajrayn Village

North Abhor, Nr, Amir Abdullah Mosque.

Tel: +966-2-6562166 Al Shatee, On Corniche Rd., 3KM North of Hotel Sheraton Tel: +966-2-6991231 Al-Manar Compound

Al Safa, Prince Metab St., Near Al-Jedani Hospital Tel: +966-2-6938770 Al-Mubarakiah Village

East Jeddah, King Abdullah St. Near Abraq Al-Raghama Tel: +966-2-6400158 Mura Bustan Compounds

Tel: +966-2- 6910041 Nada Village

Prince Majed St., Near Baud Telecom Tel: +966-2-6920099 Al-Najia Compounds

Madinah Rd., Besides SAS Radisson Hotel Tel: +966-2-6518178 Nueva Andalucia

Al-Rawdah, Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6823434 www.andalucia.com Raytheon Compound

Opp. Saudi German Hospital Corniche, Near A-Bilad Hotel Tel: +966-2-6518178 Tel: +966-2-6943464 www.raytheon.com www.alhajrayn.com Reem Compound Hiba Compound

Al-Hamraa, Ibrahim Adham St., Near Tarik Binladen Hospital Tel: +966-2-6650819 Kindi Housing Compound

Al Rabwah, North Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6916219 Lotus Compounds

Al Hamra, Al-Naeem, AlRihab, Contact PMDC Lotus 1: Al-Hamraa Dist Tel: +966-2-6980145 Lotus 2: Al-Nayeen Dist Tel: +966-2-6541107 Lotus 3: Al-Nayeem Dist Tel: +966-2-6548808

Al-Salamah, Saqr Al-Quraish St. Tel: +966-2-6829196 Al-Salam Compound

Al-Rehab, Palestine St., Between Dallah Tower& Makkah Highway Tel: +966-2-6717121 www.alsalamcompound.com Salamia Compound

Al-Sulaymaneyyah, Near Carrefour Hypermarket Tel: +966-2-6400253 www.salmiacompund.com Sari Palms

Sari St. Tel: +966-2-6607590 www.hhaproperty.com.sa/ DESTINATION JEDDAH 91

saripalm.

Saudia City

Al-Khaledeyyah Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6820030 www.saudicity.com Shaker Village Compound

Al-Hahdah, Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-2-6991840 Sharbatly Village

Mob: +966-550569333

www.coralschool.net

Tel: +966-2-6393951 Tel: +966-2-2575909

Tel: +966-2-6311118 (Boys) Tel: +966-2-6311117 (Girls) www.fikr.sch.sa

My Little Kingdom School Up and Away

Tel: +966-2-6614791 Ministries Agriculture & Water

Tel: +966-2-6210002

Jeddah

Communication & Transportation

Tel: +966-2-6910828 www.sharbatlyvillage.com

Disabled Children’s Association

Prince Majed St., North of

Siham Compund

Al-Rawdah, Near Saudi Binladen Group Tel: +966-2-6426431 Sunset Residence

Tel: +966-1-4042928 Tel: +966-2-66224080/ 8001241118 Education

Tel: +966-2-6723028/ 6444305

Al-Rowdah St., Near Jeddah Int. Market Tel: +966-2-6604276

Foreign Affairs

Kindergartens

Information & Culture

ABC School

Tel: +966-2-6988827 Ambassadors School

Tel: +966-2-6047000 Health

Tel: +966-2-6970006 Tel: +966-2-6514060/ 6476222 Interior

Tel: 800-124-9000 Web: www.ambassadorsschools.com

Tel: +966-2-6684000

Tel: +966-2-6060755 Mob: +966-5-41525616

Water & Electricity

Building Blocks

Jeddah Chamber of Commerce

Tel: +966-2-6515111 Tel: +966-2-6725349

Childhood Spring

Schools & Institutes

Creative Childhood Summer School

Al-Bayan

Tel: +966-2-6607533 Tel: +966-2-6077224 Mob: +966-5-04390998 IPS (Innovators Private School)

Tel: +966-2-6980685 Mob: +966-569490403 Jack N Jill

Mob: +966-507369963 Junior’s & Mom’s

Mob: +966-504313440 Mob: +966-551796254 Kids Campos

Tel: +966-2-6642351

Tel: +966-2-6611004 www.al-byan.com Al-Fasial International School

Tel: +966-2-6761955 www.alfaisal-school.com Al-Waha International School

Tel: +966-2-6729660 www.alwahaschool.com

The American International School

Tel: +966-2-6620051 www.aisj.edu.sa

Dar Al Fikr School

Dar Al-Hanan School

Tel: 920029669

Dar Al-Ruwaad School

Tel: +966-2-6592225

Dar Jana International School

Tel: +966-2-6648315 www.djis.edu.sa

Global International School

Tel: +966-2-6523444 Tel: +966-2-6144101 ( KG ) www.gis.sch.sa Jeddah International School

Tel: +966-2-6061253 www.jischool.org

Jeddah Knowledge School

Tel: +966-2-6620174 www.jks.edu.sa Jeddah Preparatory & Grammar School

Tel: +966-2-6542354 www.jpgs.org

Manarat Jeddah School

Tel: +966-2-6730225 www.manaratjeddahschools.com My little house

Tel: +966-2-6652490 www.mylittlehouse-sa.com Thamer International School

Tel: +966-2-6680747 www.tis-edu.com

Young Entrepreneur School

Tel: +966 -2- 6127670 Mob: +966 -5-6073 5670 www.yes.sa.com Wall Street Institute

Tel: +966 (02) 2833094 Tel: +966 (02) 2833095 www.wsi-ksa.com

Mawakeb Alajar Department of

Environmental Protection Receives waste:

Little Smarties

Tel: +966-2-6990019 www.continentalschool.com

paper - cardboard Canned - Plastic Nylon - Metal Aluminum - Tin

Mama et Moi

Tel: +966-2-6832002

+966 2 6062430 +966 5522412167

Kids Time Nursery

Tel: +966-2-6543111 Mob: +966-569693794 Tel: +966-2-6061913

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The British International School

Coral International School

Social Services Organization Charitable Society for the memorization of the Qura’n

Tel: +8002442777 www.qj.org.sa

Charity Society in Jeddah

Al-Zahra Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6391100 Charitable Services for the Care of Cancer Patients

Al-Rowais Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6511373

Committee for Social Services and Health

Tel: +966-2-6875521 firstwelfaresociety.org.sa

Committee for the Welfare of Prisoners and Their Families

Tel: +966-2-219 7767 / 920006065 pcare.org.sa Enabling Marriage & Family Support Foundation

Al-Nozla Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6811168/ 920000900 Faisaliah Women’s Charitable Foundation

Al-Rowais Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6535000 Friends of the Heart Foundation in Jeddah

National Society for Human rights

Tel: +966-2-6914620

Princess Fawziah Center for Women & Children

www.kaust.edu.sa

Tel: +966-2-6222261 www.nshrsa.org

Tel: +966-2-6369891 firstwelfaresociety.org.sa

Saudi Environmental Society

Murjaan Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6996193 www.sens.org.sa

Society Friends Charitable Foundation

Tahlia st.

Tel: +966-2-6919999

The School of Etiquette

Tel: +966-505558703 www.etiquetteschool-sa.com

Al-Shate’e Dist.

Tel: +966-2-6062959

Ministry of Social Affairs

Tel: +966-1-4778888 mosa.gov.sa/portal/ National Charitable Foundation for Blood Donation

Tel: +966-2-6905008

Tel: +966-2-6862997 www.fo.sv.net

Prince Sultan College for Tourism and Hotel Sciences

Tel: +966-2-2844425 Tel: +920016165 www.pscj.edu.sa

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

Zamzam Foundation for Volunteer Health Services

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

Al-Nazla Dist Tel: +966-2-6369652 Al-Sulaimaniya Dist.

Tel: +966-2-2600000 Universities College of Business Administration (CBA)

Tel: +966-2-6303333 www.daralhekma.edu.sa

Majid Bin Abdulaiz Foundation for Development & Social Services

Prince Sultan Aviation Academy

Women’s Charitable Foundation in Jeddah

Maharat Center

Madinah Rd. Tel: +966-2-6656218 www.maharat.org

Tel: +966-2-6400000 www.kau.edu.sa

NOTICE

Tel: +966-2-2753377 www.wedad.org

King Abdul-Aziz Shelter for Abused Women & Children

Tel: +800116066 www.7imayah.org

King Abdulaziz University

Wedad Charity Foundation

Tel: +966-2-2159000/2159009 (Boys’ section) Tel: +966-2-6900671/6900238 (Girls’ section) www.cba.edu.sa

Behind Al-Tahlia Station Tel: +966-2-6658384

(KAUST)King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

Dar Al-Hekma College Effat College

Tel: +966-2-6364300 www.effatcollege.edu.sa

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

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

Ibn Sina National College for Medical Studies

Tel: +966-2-6355882/6356555 www.ibnsina.edu.sa Jeddah College of Technology

Tel: +966-2-6370387 www.jct.edu.sa

Jeddah Community College

Tel: +966-2-2870026 www.jcc.kau.edu.sa

Jeddah Teacher’s College

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

WALAA ALATTAS

ENAS HASHANI

I’m hooked on the afternoon tea at the Dardasha Restaurant. I was at the Park Hyatt with friends when someone suggested Dardasha. The view, the ambiance, the service and choices of finger foods, scones, and cakes were great. I definitely recommend this place – it’s perfect for an afternoon tea with friends where you can also enjoy the spectacular view of the Red Sea.

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My pick of the month are the Volumizing Shampoo and Conditioner set from L’OCCITANE. I looove this shampoo!!! After 2 months of usage, this product with its five essential oil complex and silicone-free formula has left my hair soft, volumized, and shiny. AND THE SCENT…oh, pure bliss sent straight from heaven! The only drawback is the steep price.

SARAH TAIBAH

YOUSEF KURASHI

Thor on DVD & Bluray/Blu-ray 3D. As a superhero and action movie geek, Thor is the amazing 2011 flick with unique effects and intense good vs. evil battles is based on the Marvel Comics storyline, not the original mythological Thor. And for those who own 3D in both TV & Blu-ray player, I highly recommend watching the 3D version for the life -like imagery and excitement.

New release in Virgin.

My pick of the month is the Uni-Ball ink black pen. I sketch, doodle, draw literally every day and I am always in search of the perfect black pen.

I normally buy special pens from libraries or specialist stores, but last week I found a regular Uni-ball pen in my house. I used it, really loved it, and now I’m never going to change it. Goodbye expensive pens…hello Uni-ball!

BAYAN ABUZENADA

MARIA MAHDALY

Pastel Nail Polish These pastel colored nail polishes in subtle shades of jade, rose jade, pastel yellow, and pale purple are the new trend - they look great with any wardrobe. Just a hint of color or a couple of layers will make your nails look absolutely adorable.

Keep it fun this season.

I really like this product especially suitable for this holy month, it’s the NoGerms hand sanitizer.

What makes it unique is its fragrance and alcohol free formula which did not dry out my skin like previous sanitizers I’ve used, and made it perfect for Hajj and Omra. It is in a handy spray bottle, and lasts for 4 hours, unlike others which lose effect as soon as they evaporate.

SWALA ESHKI

My pick of the month is Pert Combing Cream. I always had problems with my daughter’s curly hair – it’s very hard to comb and she’d usually end up in tears after every hair wash. I have tried every product there is and finally I came across Pert Combing Cream. I can’t imagine how I lived without it!

Now my daughter no longer dreads shower time :)

MAYDA HASHANI

My pick of the month is FIFA’12, FIFA’s newest edition. I am a football freak, and since I can’t practice football in this country, I play football video games all the time. This game is their best release by far - the graphics are unbelievably realistic.

Not a day goes by without me sitting there for hours just playing (at home, not at work, of course!) It’s my new addiction.

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@AhadAudis8 Jet boats in Obhur

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