Saudi Arabia

A TRIBUTE TO ENDURING FASHION

ISSUE 55 SEPTEMBER 2017

FROM THE EDITOR

“I just love fashion,” said the late great David Bowie.

This issue, we flip through the fashion pages of our history, highlighting the Kingdom’s regions and their respective traditional wear.

In the business section, meet the people who do their best to preserve our culture, and the organizations that transform tradition into sustainable business models.

We bring you the story of some of Riyadh’s double-lifers, those who are testament to the pursuit of passion: a doctor moonlighting as a dancer, and a software engineer cum fashion designer.

In our fashion section, we give you the best options for a drastic makeover, and for our male readers, we’ve set you up with the perfect outfits for all occasions. Now, you have no excuse not to look good. We’ve also included a brief history of abayas, because in order to know where you’re going, you need to know where you come from.

We share some must-try drinks, and some must-visit places to study or chill in Riyadh – just don’t forget to check out our health section to offset the damage our dining section will do.

Enas Hashani Editor-in-Chief

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F E AT U R E D C O N T E N T

THE FASHION ISSUE 14 BUSINESS

54 DINING AROUND TOWN • Scoop: Maestro’ s Cheesy Nacho Volcano – Must Try! • Fashionable Cafes for the Fashionable Soul • The Team Learns How to Frost Cupcakes

• Preserving our

Culture through Art and Social Responsibility

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• Razan Alazzouni’s Journey • Original Threads: Celebrating

Traditional Fashion Across the Kingdom

62 HEALTHY LIVING

• Get Off That Sugar!

• Fitness On a Boat • Do’s and Don’t’s for Gym

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Rats and Newbies

• Fashion Items Every Man

Should Have • The Evolution of the Abaya • Unique Hairstyles

SAUDI'S PREMIER FASHION DESIGNER, RAZAN ALAZZOUNI, P. 16 Our convo with Khadija Al Sheikh, doctor and dancer, p. 42

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42 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Rana Almaghlouth Explores Expressionism with Her Art • Leading Double Lives • Classic Card/Board Games

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• News: Sun Siyam’s Luxury Cruiser Relaunches • Crème de la Crème: The Trip to Singapore • Explore KSA: The Massive Haddaj Well • Historic KSA: An Ancient Hunting Technique

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EVENTS & HAPPENINGS

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1. Hakaya MiSK 2 Festival

Hakaya Misk is a Saudi festival focusing on content creation driven by cultural and educational values. Visitors had an opportunity to enter through 4 different gates: writing, painting, animation and production. Each gate took visitors to a different wing which offered various activities, including workshops, stage performances, an inspirational platform and a special market.

2. THE Dragon Acrobatics

Dragon Acrobatics displayed its activities in Riyadh amidst a large audience. With their dangerous moves and movements in the air, the acrobats dazzled everyone. It was performed by teams from Colombia, Ukraine, Ethiopia and Lebanon. The International Circus Festival is the first of its kind to be held in the Kingdom and is overseen by the Entertainment Authority.

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3. Huawei Launches a Stylish New Series of MateBook Devices

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Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia launched its new generation series of new MateBook products: MateBook X, MateBook E and MateBook D. The launch ceremony was held at the company’s headquarters in Riyadh to expand its diversified portfolio of advanced mobile devices.

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4. Huawei Innovation Center Launched

The Huawei Innovation Center has officially launched in Riyadh. CSIC will accelerate the digital transformation of the Saudi economy by providing an open ecosystem for innovation. In addition to catering to government and enterprise customers, the CSIC will also play an active role in promoting innovation amongst youth as the center opens its doors to school and university students.

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5. LG Launches the Q6 Worldwide

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LG’s newest smartphone, the Q6, is now available around the world. The first model in the Q series, it combines advanced technology and affordability. Having the FullVision display, this revolutionary phone shares DNA with the award-winning G6 smartphone. Featuring a 5.5-inch high definition screen, 5. it can be held comfortably with one hand, and in case it falls on the floor, the tough metal frame (same as the ones used in the aerospace and marine industries) with rounded corners will dissipate impact.

6. Samarat Khan Al Khalili

Samarat group organized their first Egyptian themed event and was a tribute to the legendary singer, Khan Al Khalili. The event had a variety of booths, from art, drinks, games, abayas and perfumes to an instrumental live band.

The outdoor area had a cinema with different kinds of seating and a hantoor, a horse carriage playing Egyptian songs.

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RAWAND ART MEETUPS Show your art passion and artistic touch while enjoying your coffee and cake at Rawand Art Meetups.

Time: 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.

Location: Nofos Lounge

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BLUEMAN GROUP For families, enjoy the world-famous comedy show.

Time: 7 p.m.

Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center

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DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE Search for the City of Lost Toys is a theatrical show that has enjoyed tremendous success worldwide.

Web: roznamah.sa

Tel: +966-11-5117890 Location: Aroma Restaurant, Floor 3 Email: dine.burjrafal@kempinski.com

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SPECIAL SAUDIS A two-day competition that celebrates teens making a difference.

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GLOWORK Event targeting all professionals from across the Kingdom and globe to discuss the latest trends and benchmarks in HR. Tel: +966-11-2015533

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SAUDI DESIGN WEEK The first and premier design festival in the Kingdom returns with the theme “Motion in Design.”

Time: 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Location: KAPSARC APEX Convention Center Web: saudidesignweek.com

OCT. 5 - 21

CAVALIA SHOW A new blend of equestrian arts, performance, multimedia and special effects, and exciting acrobatics.

Web: roznamah.sa

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THE TASTE OF JORDAN AT KEMPINSKI Discover delightful Jordanian cuisine and live interaction with Chef Hamza from Jordan.

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COMMUNITY

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BURAIDAH HOSTS WORLD’S LARGEST DATE FESTIVAL 2017 The world’s largest dates festival is in full swing in Qassim. Brisk business is being reported daily, as tons of high-quality dates harvested in the Qassim region, are being brought into the 45-day event.

The event also serves as a lifeline for thousands of farmers and youths who depend on date farming for income.

MISK COLLABORATES WITH JAPANESE ORGANIZATIONS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Foundation, MiSK, signed two memos with Japanese Digital Hollywood University, which prepares creative content programmers and designers of video and motion pictures games. MiSK also signed an accord with the

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Japanese Tamiya company, a pioneer in manufacturing cars and vehicles prototypes for applied engineering education. MiSK’s goal is to help Saudis improve their skills and gain access to up-to-date techniques, thereby creating a knowledge-based economy.

THE DECISIVE AMBASSADORS

The Decisive Ambassadors is an initiative launched after the Decisive Storm was operated.

This is for the daughters and wives of our brave soldiers who are risking their lives everyday to protect our nation in

the southern border.

The program allowed these girls (high school and middle school students) to visit Sharqiya in the Eastern Province Council for Social Responsibility (EPCSR) summer club to express their feelings

KAPL ENCOURAGES READING ACTIVITIES

Book Truck: Seeing how food trucks attract children’s attention, King AbdulAziz Public Library (KAP) has taken this idea and launched a project called “book truck” to deliver books for children. The truck delivers books, stories, and encyclopedias every week and the

program consolidates children’s reading habits, provides them with a wide selection of books and & offers a great entertainment but within the educational program framework.

The program is for boys between 5-10 and girls between 5-15 years old.

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during these difficult times and bond with their community.

The initiative was highly successful and received positive feedback. It’s been applied across the Kingdom in many regions such as Riyadh, Qassim and Jeddah.

Reading Marathon:

Another program run by the KAP library offers reading challenges for children with book prizes upon finishing each challenge. By the end of the program, children are awarded with a semi-annual subscription for the children’s book fair.

The program targets boys between 5-10 and girls between 5-15 years old.

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Droop app provides a variety of roadside assistance services to drivers on the road anytime, anywhere in Saudi Arabia.

Their services include towing, flat tire repair, battery repair and fuel delivery. Simply select your service and Droop will find the closest service provider to assist you in the shortest time with unbeatable prices.

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MAKING SCHOOL MORE AFFORDABLE Five tips to help parents manage budgets and expenses.

By Amr Banaja, VP of Corp Comm and Marketing, SEDCO

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Banks can help with finances.

Paying two or three checks for considerable amounts is difficult. In response, banks now offer installment plans that help spread payments of tuition fees over six or 12 months, at profit rates starting from as low as 0%. Check with your school whether you can stretch the payment frame.

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Quality over quantity (of fees).

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Transportation can be fun.

A school with the highest fees does not necessarily guarantee a better, more qualitative education. The two primary factors that should play a big role in your decisions are the curriculum – the kind of education you want for your child – and your budget.

Finding the balance is key.

School transportation costs are also growing. A more costeffective and fun alternative is to drop the children off yourself. If that’s difficult, you can consider carpooling services offered by companies like CarpoolWorld, which are less cost lesser in comparison.

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Homemade vs. school-made food.

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Extra-curricular family.

Another way to save up is to choose homemade meals over the school’s catering supply.

These activities play a big role in your child’s character formation, so it’s important to keep them going. You can look at off-campus institutes that offer the same services for lower costs, or you can engage the entire family in weekly activities like hiking.

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As a result of a tremendous hike in school operations costs, tuition fees are increasing around the country. If you’re a parent and you’re not sure what to do, you’ll find these 5 budget friendly tips helpful.

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BUSINESS

When two crises arise at the same time, why tackle one when you can tackle both?

By Areeb Al Shathri

When Herfah, Torathuna and Art of Heritage saw the interest in local craft declining and that unemployment was high, they decided to step in and kill two birds with one stone.

These organizations are dedicated to preserving traditional crafts and clothing.

But what is more impressive is how they do it. They do not mass-produce these items,

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and instead hand make them the way they were originally supposed to be made. And the cherry on top is they use Saudi hands to make them.

HERFAH

Herfah is mainly a women’s cooperative in Qassim. Their purpose is to nurture and encourage productive families, especially women. Their mothers, and their mothers before them taught the women who weave the sadus the craft.

What Herfah does is take this valued tradition and allow these women to turn it into a viable source of income.

Herfah teamed up with fashion designer Naeema Al Shuhail to create Herfah by Naeema.

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PRESERVING CULTURE

As time goes by, we as a society begin to chip away pieces of our culture. This is not to say it’s necessarily bad, it’s needed sometimes.

However, it does not mean that we should abandon all of them all together.

ART OF HERITAGE

Art of Heritage is a charity that aims to collect and converse Saudi heritage. They currently have the largest archive of Saudi textiles. Traditional textiles aren’t the only things on their portfolio; garments, carpets, jewelry, artifacts and even doors are all produced and showcased there. You’ll find pretty much everything.

Yadawy, which means handmade in Arabic, is a division of Art of Heritage that is entirely dedicated to pottery. Yadawy is Art of Heritage’s long-term commitment to creating a sustainable income for some of the most challenged and financially unstable women in Saudi Arabia.

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TORATHUNA

Torathuna is another organization with the aim to promote traditional culture.

Targeting entrepreneurs instead of artisans, Torathuna’s objective is to create companies and manufacturing jobs within the field of local products and culture. They help set up businesses and provide mentorship and guidance along the way.

Both organizations try to carry the mantle of traditional Saudi crafts and fashion. With the trend moving towards cultural wear, let’s help them carry it by heading there instead of a mass-produced foreign label. Just ‘cause you can’t pronounce the brand, doesn’t make it better. Sustainable fashion and conscious enterprises aren’t trends, they should be the future.

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S P E C I A L F E AT U R E

THE ART OF FASHION The inspiring journey of Razan Alazzouni, Saudi’s premier fashion designer

By Dalia Darweesh

Alazzouni graduated from The School of Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts and earned her degree in studio art with a minor in art history.

For her final dissertation, her project entailed designing a fashion clothing collection using disposable paper and documenting people’s reactions to it. Everyone was so dazzled by her creativity that she ended up selling a dress out of that collection. Thus, her fashion design career began.

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Saudi fashion designer Razan Alazzouni’s love and interest in fashion, alongside her naturalborn designing skills, has made her a top-tier fashion designer.

The feminine and sculptural designs that she creates are worn by many Hollywood stars, such as Elizabeth Banks and Emma Roberts.

Practically everything we see in her collections, from beading and embroidery to structure and cuts, are inspired by art and sculptures.

Alazzouni says that if she hadn’t pursued her passion in fashion design, she would’ve been a museum curator.

What’s noteworthy about Alazzouni’s story is that her two business partners are her sisters, so each one brings with them their own unique style and personality that provides enough differing opinions to achieve a well-rounded fashion house.

To have a successful fashion house you have to have a certain style that’s distinct from other brands.

— Razan Alazzouni

That’s why the Razan Alazzouni brand has its own classy, sophisticated and whimsical style. However, they do keep up with trends and the latest fashion forecast in terms of colors and cuts.

Of course, any new business has its challenges. “At first, the idea was foreign and new to everyone,” said Alazzouni.

“In a country where there were no fashion houses, I was starting something new. I was exporting clothing. Why do so, when I can simply import clothing?” Well, exporting has proven lucrative after all. They are currently based in Khobar, London and planning on opening a new office in Riyadh soon. Meanwhile, they’re

now adding accessories and elegantly simple shoes to their ever-expanding fashion line.

Alazzouni had parting words of advice for those who were just starting their fashion design journey. “If it’s easy, then it’s not worth it,” she said. “If you really want something, then you have to keep going no matter what until you find a solution. Have your own style that sets you apart and never imitate.”

Web: razanalazzouni.com razanalazzouni

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ORIGINAL THREADS Celebrating traditional fashion across the Kingdom.

The thobe nashal is still worn today in special occasions such as weddings and Eid gatherings.

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By Mariam Al Ghareeb and Noura Al Joaib

Traditional clothing is an important aspect of Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage. Yet, in a drive towards modernity, this facet of our heritage is not as celebrated as it should despite its unquestionable beauty. In this issue, we pay tribute to the “Original Threads” that have been worn by women of different regions, honor their eclectic fashion sense and celebrate the beautiful diversity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

EASTERN PROVINCE SHARQIYA The thobe nashal is a familiar piece of the Eastern Province and is made up of a semitransparent material that can be used through multiple colors of base-clothing fabrics with a differentiation in metal threads and silk embroideries. The translucent style itself is typical of the hot interiors of the Gulf lands and is said to be derived from Najdi origins due to the share of the basic pattern with the age-old cotton thobe.

The festive finery of the traditional garment comprises a sheer overdress accompanied by lavish sleeve openings and a head cloak. Its sequined embroidery holds representational motifs of flowers and birds and includes accent-pattern segments like panels and gussets.

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SOUTHERN PROVINCE

JANOUB

The Bayt al Fakih is a southern-Arabian cottondress piece originating from Northern Yemen. It holds a societal viewpoint as one of the earliest and most authentic of pieces in Arabia.

The traditional garment is seemingly distinct in design due to the astounding elements used through the application of colored braids and silver metal threads that are set to warmly complement the indigo-based cloth. Additionally, the thread used on the nomadic apparel showcases the popular form of the decorative elements used in design within the southern region of Saudi Arabia.

The garment itself is normally slim-fitting in order to enhance the components of the materials used in design.

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The enrichment of dĂŠcor applied embodies the traditional and modernized design segments of regional influences, ranging from the Sarawat mountains in Asir to the desert terrains in Oman.

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CENTRAL PROVINCE

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The Najdi Bedouin women’s traditional thobe is a unique black garment tailored through the use of fine linen, soft cotton or lightweight wool.

The Central Arabian attire is derived from the kaftan, a loose clothing item which holds variance to the robe and tunic, and is worn as an over-garment to one’s clothes in respect to the ruling of the Kingdom upon modest dressing standards, though it was once worn to ease the endurance towards Saudi’s heat through its flair in cool wear.

Moreover, this conventional piece expresses gracefulness and comfort through the looks of its loose-fitting features and is suited to make the perfect maternity dress.

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This spectacular gown provides reminiscence to the romantic tales of the Arabian desert life long ago.

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NORTHERN PROVINCE

SHAMAAL The traditional thobe styles of the northern region differ from the mainstream portrayal of Bedouin dressing styles.

It's fashioned by the use of hand-loomed wool needed to tailor the deep-red and, in rare occurrences, green materials.

The tribal dress of the north holds the finest of subtleties in design with the use of geometrically botanical motifs and embroidery against the ruby-colored fabric.

The thobe itself is beltless and holds grand proportions to ensure loose-fitting features when in wear, similar to an abaya. No waist belts are worn to unveil one’s figures as the conditions within the region are extremely hot and such fastenings wouldn’t ensure comfort when attached.

Overall, the fabrication presents the primary influences of the temperature, terrain and topography of the respective region relative to design.

This particular ensemble reigns in the region of Ha’il. The farther one goes up north, the heavier the fabric.

That is due to the harsh winters of the northern region; winters that don’t compare to other regions of the Kingdom.

Even the color of fabric begins to differ the farther you travel, becoming darker and more somber.

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WESTERN PROVINCE

HIJAZ

The Hijazi women’s traditional thobe is a semi-transparent, capacious gown made up of cotton gauze and is used in the design of multicolored fabrics.

Its unique and customary style holds layered clothing items and presents beautiful embroidery components from head to toe. Though the Hijazi thobe is designed using smallscale sizing proportions, it’s cut in a similar manner to the Najdi thobe.

The thobe styles of the western region design their cultural attire in an ideal manner with the intent of initiating one’s attention to the custom-made blouse. A unique addition to this is the zabun and the mudawwarah.

The zabun is a traditional, princess-styled frock that is fashioned in the manner of a collar and is mainly worn by the townswomen of Hijaz.

Meanwhile, the mudawwarah is a complementary headgear to the outfit with elaborate edging and a diamond brooch.

Both accentuate the grace and detail of the Hijazi thobe.

Amina Al Jassim We would like to express our deep gratitude and appreciation to Saudi fashion designer Amina Al Jassim for providing us with traditional clothing from her own designs, through her brand Dar Breesem, for Sharqiya, Janoub, Shamal and Najd clothing and accessories too. amina_aljassim Nadia Halabi A special thank you to Nadia Halabi for her assistance, and for providing the Hijazi traditional attire.

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DENIM HIJAB

American Eagle has launched its first ever denim hijab.

To spread the news, they created a social media campaign and they intentionally left photos unretouched.

In the picture is Muslim model Halima Aden, matching it with her fall layers.

Will you take this baby out for a spin? May diversity always win.

Art & Furniture: Frato Interiors

Frato Interiors have unique furniture, and have just revamped their space. They’re located at Halo Galleries, the multi-

brand store.

Check them out!

Location: Prince Turki Ibn Abdulaziz Al Awwal Rd., Hittin Tel: +966-11-8100777 Web: frato-interiors.com

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DENIM SWAG AIN’T OVER This trend isn’t going anywhere – while outside it has dominated the summer yet again, here in Riyadh it’s

expected to tarry on through fall and winter. We’re seeing the denim on denim swag gain popularity.

So, you got swag?

The Ritz-Carlton in Riyadh is working hand in hand with the highly sought-after Saudi wedding planner Abdulrahman Al Zeer.

Together, they will make every couple’s wedding fantasies come true, with unique services and facilities including two elegant and spacious ballrooms, high-end catering options, and detailed decoration. In short, it’s the perfect way to start a happy marriage.

The Wedding of Your Dreams

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TIMELESS

Pieces for Men Dear men. This is a gentle reminder from your loving sister to clean yourselves up.

By Areeb Al Shathri

The best part of men’s clothing is that you don’t need that much to make it work. You literally have everything you need to look good in your closet as we speak!

Brands/Brands for Less (Localizer Mall): Pick up a suit you like and they’ll tailor fit it for you.

There’s just one problem with it. The key to men’s clothing, which can mean the difference between chic and bleak, is the fit.

Tailor fitting your clothes is the best way to ensure style. Relax, it’s not as hard as you think it is. You don’t have to tailor fit your t-shirts, but thobes and suits are a must.

A good suit is bound to make an impact. It might be initially pricey, but its versatility is worth it.

A tailored suit can literally take you from a meeting to a night out, just take off the tie, roll up your pants and you’re out the door!

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-Skinny ties are the perfect companions to a fit suit.

-Be bold with the colors of your ties or shirts.

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SUITS

THOBES

Thobes are a staple in a Saudi closet, but for goodness sake do not buy cheap thobes!

We’re not asking you to break the bank, but the right material does come at a price. Just like a suit, a well-tailored thobe can be the most comfortable thing you’ve ever worn, and still manage to turn heads.

Prince Sultan and Takhassousi: This strip of Thalatheen on the west side of King Fahad Rd. has sveral reasonably priced thobe shops which can tailor your thobe to fit you better.

Avoid bedazzling.

The shemagh is to the thobe what the tie is to the suit.

The mirzam, that little bend in the shemagh right above the forehead, should be neat.

Stick to the basic colors like grey, black or blue if it’s your first suit.

Tom Ford (Centria Mall): Pros tailor a suit from scratch for you.

Cuff links are important in an all white outfit. Pick something strong but simple.

Sindi (Thalatheen St.) & Lomar (Localizer Mall): The Tom Ford of thobes. The go-tos for snazzy designs

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Unconventional Evolution of Abayas And their current status.

By Safa Hassan

It started off as a long, black, voluminous robe worn in Saudi. Now it's known globally and has caught the interest of fashion designers.

1980 - 1990

The Shapeless One The first abayas were basic, boring and plain. They were shapeless black cloaks that covered from head to toe seamlessly.

They were highly monotonous too!

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It took quite an evolution before we arrived at the shapes and shades we see today. Here are a few abaya styles that we all remember.

1990 - 2003

2004 - present

Black on Black

For Weightlifters

This was the fashion of late ‘90s and early 2000s. Black lace, black rhinestones and even black sparkle was used on a - wait for it - black abaya.

Most common was black lace on sleeves.

The era of heavy embroidery or rhinestones was tough to handle. You'll still find them in the market. The edgy ones had shoulder caps with spiky details.

Did you know in the 1970s – 1980’s abayas were not as compulsory as they are today?

2007 - present

Butterfly or Midnight Bats?

The butterfly abayas changed everything and introduced a new dimension. This, along with double butterfly, became really popular in Riyadh.

2008 - present

Stiff Necks

The Chinese collar trend was quickly adapted. It gave the shoulders a structured look. The the collars were lined with colorful lace that extended down the front.

2011 - present

Sporty Casuals

Comfortable and perfect for everyday use, these abayas are expressive of identity and attitude.

The Illustrator: Ahmad Mitan a fashion designer who graduated in Ready To Wear Haute Couture in 2003 from Esmad University in Paris.

Tel: +966-558962882 ahmadmitan

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SHOP WITH US

The Season’s Hottest Trends For all professions and types.

Urban Decay SR 141

Balenciaga SR 2060

WORKING GIRL

Working girl or not, this season’s professional trend is a must have. Dress like a white collar woman, put on stiletto heels and make a serious statement.

Alexander McQueenSR 7845

Gucci SR 6900

Sophie Hulme SR 2385

Saint Laurent SR 2800

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Alexander McQueenSR 2735

Gucci SR 2775

MSGM SR 1800

Gucci SR 6990

The Upside SR 1255

SPORTY GIRL

We love this trend because it mixes both world, sports and chic. Now you have a reason to go out wearing heels with your tracksuit and look absolutely fabulous. We hope this trend never dies!

Gucci SR 2085

Zara SR 359

Saint Laurent SR 2215

Givenchy SR 175

Tibi SR 5240

Marc Jacobs SR 1067

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Oscar De La Renta SR 1420

Calvin Klein Jeans SR 618

Antonio Berardi SR 6256

FUTURISTIC

Metallics make a statement!

Go silver this season to look out of this world. If you don’t have it in you to wear silver from head to toe, make sure you include futuristic pieces in your outfit.

Burberry Beauty SR 68

Isabel Marant SR 1765

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Urban Decay SR 96

Paco Rabbane SR 5318

Delpozo SR 2255

H&M SR 129

Marni SR 1496

READY FOR RED?

Red is hot! So hot it dominated the fall/winter 2017-18 shows with all its elegance and sophistication. Choose the right red tone for your skin color to look brighter this season. So are you ready for red?

Roksand SR 4320

Alice + Olivia SR 2071

Yves Saint Laurent SR 200

The Row SR 6620

Massimo Dutti SR 849

Nails Inc SR 63

Balenciaga SR 1585

Fashionplate

Aquazzura SR 2235

Fashionplate is a fashion concierge service, dedicated to imbuing your life with style.

Their services include styling, personal shopping, travel packing, closet cleanse, shop from your own closet, bridal package and gifting.

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BEYOND BASICS: Shaving, Micro Braids and Colors A shift from the mainstream.

By Yara Alhazmi

This summer, the heat should be the least of your worries as hairstylists have come up with extremely cool hair trends: shaving, micro braids and fascinating hair colors. These hairstyles have taken over.

1. Shaving

Shaving is not just a hairstyle, it’s a statement. A lady’s beauty is not measured by the length of her hair. If you’re feeling ballsy shave your head completely. If not, shave a part.

Your head is a stencil; make it a masterpiece.

Sahar Al Nasser, a Saudi hairstylist, learned the art of shaving. She is a young pioneer who acquired her skills from a workshop in Dubai and two years of practice; from the basics like how to hold the scissors perfectly to studying different equipments and face shapes.

Grateful for the constant support of her parents, she hopes to achieve a Masters in hairstyling and starting her own salon.

PHOTO/ YARA ALHAZMI AND KHADEEJA KAREEM

Mob: +966-545546169 zay.shave

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These braids can last two months as they are somewhat permanent, but not more.

2. Hair Coloring

The hair coloring game gets better. Bold, daring and bright hair colors tend to give you a new personality and make you feel more confident.

From cinnamon to platinum, Michelle Carey does it all.

She is a licensed hairstylist from Paul Mitchell School.

This American cosmetologist, who resides in Riyadh, is more than just a stylist. She is passionate about making people happy and satisfied by playing with their hair.

The best thing about her: she knows how to give you the color you want without damaging your hair. Besides, she makes the sessions fun.

3. Micro Braid

Braiding is one of the best ways to deal with frizz or an oily scalp. By adding color and lengthy extensions to your hair, you can make your braids look unique. The process is long, but totally worth it.

There’s bound to be some tugging, but your hair will always be on fleek.

Asma, a Riyadhi hairstylist, has aced the braid game. She makes the process fun and gets through it quickly.

Mob: +966-551586682

Michelle Tips: • Washing colored hair with cold water won’t shed as much pigment as compared to hot water.

• Take a shower every other day.

It’s best for all hair type.

• While bleaching, take it slow and know of what to expect.

Besides, don’t forget Olaplex.

Email: monica184@hotmail.com Haircologist

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TIME-SAVING MAKEUP HACKS Survive the academic year beautifully.

Bonus Tip:

ICE QUEEN

By Safa Hassan

Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray

1. Make It Last

Make your makeup last more than seven hours with a suitable primer or a makeup setting spray. A primer preps your face, minimizes the appearance of pores, avoids a cakey look, gives your makeup a smooth finish and makes your make up last long! There are various primers to suit every skin type.

BareMinerals Well-Rested Face & Eye Brightener

Laura Mercier Candleglow Concealer & Brightener

If you feel like your complexion is dull, revive it with ice. Take a bowl of water and pop in some ice cubes. All you need to do is dunk your face in this bowl a few times, for like 1015 seconds. It will tighten your skin and de-puff your eyes… naturally!

MAC Prep & Prime Skin Base

2. During Finals, Bring Out the Brighteners

They provide concealing and lightening effects to make you look lesszombie-more-babe even during the rough high tides of life. Opt for a suitable tone of brightener to diminish your under-eye dark circles and puffiness.

3. Lipstick or Blush? Both!

This is such a quick way to look healthy every day, like you don’t even require.

Carrying a two-inone saves time during application and it’ll ensure that you carry tones of lipstick/blush that make you look natural, rather than party-ish.

Benefit’s Cha-Cha Tint

Tip: Apply it in a triangular shape under your eyes.

Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge for Lips & Cheek

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4. The No. 3 Bronzer Rule

Never (I repeat, NEVER) apply a bronzer or a bronzing highlighter all over your face… unless you want to look sun burned. Apply the bronzer in the shape of the number three, from your temples, over your cheekbones and covering your jawline.

This will give you the most natural looking contour, ever!

Too Faced Beach Bunny Bronzer

The Balm BettyLou Manizer

6. Waterproof Mascara

Benefit Cosmetics BADgal

Waterproof mascara is a must-have for every girl. A swipe of mascara will make you look well-rested even if you’ve barely gotten any sleep.

Waterproof formula ensures that it works without the need for regular reapplication.

Maybelline The Falsies Volum’ Express

BareMinerals Mineral Veil

5. The No-Makeup Look Makeup

For the days that you have perfect skin or simply don’t want to wear makeup, use a loose powder. It’ll get rid of blemish and redness to give you a photo-ready look!

MAC Blot Powder Pressed

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Make Back to School Fun! Come play – and learn – with us!

Shop at Toys“R”Us and you will see that education doesn’t have to be boring – Toys”R”Us is all about making kids happy. Even their approach to back-to-school season ensures that learning is made fun for the kids.

This year sees the leading kids store’s biggest ever range of back- to-school kits for pre-school and junior school children. They’ve reached out to the best international brands to ensure that all back-to-school essentials are covered, and they have a great selection of bag sets featuring some of the best-loved favorite characters of schoolchildren.

Partnering with Crayola, they also have a huge collection of coloring pencils and arts & crafts sets. In addition, for the first time, they will have

Catch & Count fishing game SR 145

It’s time for school. Make it a fun backto-school this year at Toys”R”Us!

Stacking Train SR 99

My Robot SR 215

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CREATIVITY IN PLAY Colors & Shapes

Ladybug Miraculous Promotion Trolley

SR 89

SR 159

SpiderMan Promotion SR 159

50 Colored Pencils SR 65

Play-Doh Dr Drill N Fill SR 119

Candle-Making Kit SR 45

Blocks On Wheels SR 119

125 Scientific Challenge Set SR 179

a wide range of exclusive stationery from WH Smith – the UK’s top brand for gorgeous stationery supplies.

Their new range of play dough from Vtech as well as learning-aid toys from Melisa are perfect for pre-schoolers, while older children will love their new STEM–approved products and science models including microscopes and telescopes. Toys with an element of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM)

encourage children to learn while keeping them entertained.

And to keep the children creatively busy – which Toys”R”Us likes to call ‘having fun’ – they also offer candlemaking and tie-dye on t-shirt kits. Learning through play and creativity is a key goal for the company, as they firmly believe that learning can be not only fun and exciting, but also full of creativity and imagination.

Location: Andalus St., Near Saudi Flag Roundabout Web: toysrus.com.sa ADVERTORIAL

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WORLD’S THINNEST OLED TELEVISION

LG SIGNATURE OLED TV W, which measures 77 x 65 inch, won more than 45 reputable awards, like the 2017 CES Best of Innovation Award. This has made LG a proud leader in the industry, as they are able to showcase that simplicity is the fundamental form of sophistication.

Indeed, being stripped of everything, the TV allows the screen to stand out solo. An exceptional masterpiece, the TV creates the illusion that it is floating mid-air. Giving a sense of immersion, the W7 series TVs are less than 4mm thick and completed with Dolby Atmos up-firing speakers.

Now the best part for last – unequaled capacity to replicate the most life-like images thanks to its perfect black infinite contrast and amplified color spectrum.

With LG, life’s definitely good.

LG SIGNATURE is LG’s first ultra-premium brand that holds at its core the art of essence. It promises consumers high-performing, practical and aesthetically beautiful living spaces, using the most forwardthinking technologies.

The LG SIGNATURE is a symbol of the company’s genuine passion for an evolution of life that is consumer centric. Designed with utter detail by leading experts, the new brand is appraised by the world’s most renowned design critics.

That means one thing – LG is successful in providing consumers the very best out of life, just as they desire.

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Designed specifically for the GCC region, a market that increasingly opts for an intuitive, appealing, effortless and luxurious lifestyle, the new addition to the LG family is a revolution in the world of innovation. Meet the world’s thinnest OLED TV.

One question remains: do YOU want the best out of life?

KEEP THIS IN MIND

The LG SIGNATURE OLED TV W has - Up to one billion possible colors - ULTRA Luminance technology

LG SIGNATURE products were designed to highlight true essence – focusing on each product’s basic yet efficient functionality whilst maintaining the brand’s modern, premium and artistic signature design.

— Kevin Cha, President, LG Electronics, MENA ADVERTORIAL

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ARTIST’S CORNER MEET THIS MONTH’S EMERGING ARTIST! We explore the work of a 26-year old Saudi expressionist painter.

By Reema Al Humaid

NAME: Rana Almaghlouth AGE: 26 OCCUPATION:

Expressionist painter

What do you do other than painting?

I work as a communications engineer at Saudi Aramco.

What’s your medium?

My medium is heavy body acrylic paint. I use brushes but my go to tools are palette knives. There’s just something about the use of palette knives

that gives the painting a more vivid and powerful feel.

What kinds of artwork inspire you?

Artworks that are more focused on expression through shapes and color. The beauty of abstract art is that its sole purpose is to express as opposed to delivering a message or telling a story.

Like any other form of art, the end result is important but with abstract expressionism, the artist is more interested in the process of creation rather than how a painting may turn out. It’s what experience and energy you are gaining or releasing throughout the process that matters.

Why do you paint?

What’s the hardest part of being a painter?

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There’s something about painting that is quite energizing, and you are releasing that energy and transforming it into something that is visual. My process is a more intuitive one, with a focus on “dynamic and energetic” gesture which allows me to value the process. This technique allows for continuous improvisation and exploration across the canvas, it leaves room for experimentation which is the essence of creation.

Most fun piece you worked on? Why?

A triptych, 4 x 2.5 m commission seascape painting that I am currently working on.

I’ve always enjoyed working on larger scale canvases. With size you are create a greater impact for the viewer.

What are you planning to do with your paintings?

Most of my paintings are put up for sale unless reserved for upcoming shows, some are currently being displayed in Jeddah and Kuwait, others are commissions.

What would you do if you weren’t a painter?

Not being a painter is not an option for me but if it were, I think my current day job would keep me busy enough. If we’re talking hypothetically, it would be in oceanology.

WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE ARTISTS?

Rothko, J.M.W. Turner, Theodor Alexander, Jackson Pollock, and Helen Frankenthaler.

that is just given to you when in most cases, it’s about putting in the hours. The only reason why I am able to paint the way I can now is because I chose to invest in painting. Because I work in layers, a lot of my

paintings require that I paint continuously for 12 hours per layer. The only way you learn new techniques, especially with knife painting, is if you experiment and allow yourself to explore, that takes time.

Web: ranamaghlouth.com ranamagh ranaalmaghlouth

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DOCTOR DANCE Dr Khadija on her passion for dance

By Safa Hassan

Dance is another form of therapy and I can use it as another tool to help people. — Khadija Al Sheikh

Khadija Al Sheikh is a general practitioner by day and a passionate Afro and hip-hop dancer by night. She teaches a dance class that has become a sanctuary for Riyadhi women who want to sway their stress away.

Why did you want to become a doctor?

Medicine and dancing are poles apart. How did dancing come in the picture?

As a child, I loved performing.

It's how I communicated with strangers. I attended weddings to dance. My room became my studio/stage, and it still is. I consider dance as my first language.

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I saw it as a tool that I can use to help people and make a change in their lives.

As a practitioner, your schedule must be pretty tight. How do you manage dancing?

During my first semester in college, dance came to a halt.

The load of studying was crazy and the schedule was intense.

During my second semester, I wasn't myself anymore.

College and home was all that became of my life. That was not how I wanted to live.

So, after studying for half an hour at a stretch, I started rewarding myself by dancing for 5-10 minutes per day or by watching dance videos.

Sometimes, I got carried away and ditched studying!

If you could pursue dancing and make a living out of it, would you let go of medicine?

Honestly, I would. My perception of helping people changed after I started teaching dance. After class, my students would leave with a different energy than what they had earlier. They are positive, energized and euphoric. Not to devalue medicine, which is a beautiful way to give back to the world… but that’s not me.

I had a paradigm shift – dance is another form of therapy and I can use it as another tool to help people.

Can you name some of your dance role models?

I look up to so many dancers.

Here are some: Kevin Paradox, Shaun Evaristo, Keone and Mari, Senna Amarnis, Laure Courtellemont, Josh Williams,

I consider dance as my first language.

Moto Dancers Dubai, Kapela Willdabeast and so many more.

I cannot list them all!

What is the status of dance in Riyadh?

There are passionate dancers here; however, the dance culture hasn’t reached its threshold yet. Most of us are freestyle dancers. We lack the basics. We need more dancers to travel to learn from international dance teachers. After that, they should return back and share their knowledge to help grow the dance scene in Saudi Arabia.

DR KHADIJA’S WISH LIST

FOR THE DANCE SCENE IN RIYADH: • More dance studios • Increased interest in dance • To have official Saudibased dance events • Dance to be recognized as a beautiful art khadija.alsheikh92 deejm92 khadija.alsheikh / Moveriyadh

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DOUBLE LIFE, DOUBLE FUN Can career and passion go hand in hand?

By Safa Hassan

Not everyone ends up pursuing what they love as a career.

Some have to work hard to manage a well-paid day job alongside their passion. Such dedication often results in getting the best of both worlds.

These Riyadhis have learned the art of living a double life on the edge of sword.

I’m all about ego.

My art reflects that. It’s all about power for me.

DR. GRAFFITI

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— Mohammed Al Otaibi

the same thing in 3D. Al Otaibi was impressed and inspired by his friend’s work that he decided to become an artist, too. He thought of it as a way to express himself. He also found it calming and a way to unwind after a rough day.

He started with street art and trained himself via YouTube videos. After getting the hang

of it, he upgraded his style by mixing street art with portraits.

Most of his artwork is of wild animals. He incorporates a different technique to each artwork. Now, he is a dedicated doc by day and an artist by night. slickdesigns

STAFF PHOTO/ NAWAF AL FARRAJ

After achieving his passion and lifelong dream of becoming a doctor, Mohammed Al Otaibi was looking for a way to de-stress.

The stressfully long shift hours, multiple surgeries and delivering babies came with Ob-Gyn residency. That’s when art came into picture.

“Art was a beautiful mistake.”

ENGINEERED JEANS

Louay Helaby (software engineer) and his brother Maher Helaby (a marketing manager), were driven by the aim to be more in life.

Despite the large age gap, both brothers shared the same love for fashion, especially jeans, as they owned about 150 pairs of jeans. They were picky and concentrated on the tiniest detail before buying a pair.

Their shared fondness got them exploring the streets of Italy for advice and inspiration from one of the biggest denim brand: Diesel. It wasn’t long before the Helaby brothers started their own brand of jeans.

Don’t wait for inspiration. Be the inspiration.

— Louay Helaby

With a motive to promote positive living through innovative jeans, they started JeanZee. They integrated

Maher Helaby

multiple positive messages in the pockets of their jeans.

Whenever you plan to wear your JeanZee, you can pick a positive message to keep you in good spirits through the day.

They wish to build a better tomorrow by contributing to the empowerment of youth through positivity, and also by

helping the needy.

“We work hard to run our business because our day job has limited days. After retirement, I want to continue doing what I love. And there’s nothing more that I love than fashion,” says Louay. _jeanzee

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OVER-AGED AND UNDER-GAMED Young or old, you’ll still buy these games.

By Yara Jan

Most board games and card games are usually thought of as “lame”, but you need to realize that the games industry is changing and emerging big time. If you’re not sure where to start and what games you should get, here are some of our personal recommendations.

Playing Cards

Your classic deck of cards have brought people together for ages, adding to their sleepovers, gatherings, or even long road trips and flights.

What’s special about these cards is you can play SO many games with it. The famous Baloot, KonKan, Harb and Ghamza are all games we used to play as kids and still do as adults! And let’s not forget about Tarneeb, the crown jewel of non-gender card games.

T7t Lt7t

A game of bluffing and disguise. Pretending to be a character you are not whilst trying to eliminate other players before they eliminate you. Are you good at bluffing?

There’s only one way to find out. I guarantee you, it is a very fun game just try not to get caught lying, or else... you’re out.

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Sheesh

Remember our old-style kind of games? Ladder and snake, and so? Sheesh shares the same concept. What is special about it is that you play colored pins, and the board is a stuffed swatch of fabric.

For you to win the game, your team has to eliminate all eight characters of the other team before they reach the goal.

What also makes it special, personally speaking, is that the game’s materials are recycled. What’s better than taking care of our planet?

Tar Min Agli

You think you memorized all the daily brands of products you use? Well, you thought wrong. This game is made to challenge you as a group to immediately mention names of specific products when you get a matching card with someone else. It is a game full of laughs, confusions and tongue twists.

What’s more pleasing are the colors and graphics of the game. I’m telling you, it’s the first thing you’ll notice.

Jalsah

Okay, let’s say you don’t have the time to go and buy a physical game and you spent all your money on food and ice-cream (cause, well, I do).

It’s okay. just download the Jalsah app for free and enjoy a mixture of charades and truth or dare. But, here’s the twist: someone can create his or her own card to surprisingly challenge the rest!

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DIA’S Digital Digest What’s In My Library Now?

TV SHOWS

WYNONNA EARP Look, this weird western demon-hunting show is more guilty-pleasure territory, and honestly Buffy did everything this show is doing a whole lot better. But, I’ve been having severe withdrawals from a lack of fun shows that depict strong kickass women, and this one fits the bill. Plus, the Doc Holiday character is a delight to watch.

KILLJOYS Speaking of kickass women, this show’s lead epitomizes that to a T. A space show about bounty hunters, I’m enjoying this a lot more thanks to the sci-fi setting and the rich world-building that gets infused effortlessly into the environment, the dialogue and the action on screen. A fun show with heart and guts.

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GAMES SID MEIER’S CIVILIZATION VI This game series is the epitome of building civilizations. You will literally spend hundreds of hours playing this and it’ll be glorious.

As you play, you’ll deal with everything, including villages and cities, trade and technology, religion and government, diplomacy and spycraft, war and happiness, and so much more.

Forgive me for the sleepless nights you’ll have, but it’ll be worth it to see your sprawling civilization take on the world.

PLATFORMS: Microsoft Windows, Linux

TORMENT: TIDES OF NUMENERA RPG where you’ll roam a city built within the body of a massively trans-dimensional sentient creature, befriend someone that’s living all their parallel lives across the endless alternate universes (all at once) and even help a robot give birth to babies that are decent explosives (if you’re inclined to steal them).

PLATFORMS: Microsoft Windows

ARMS Move over Super Smash Brothers (yup, I went there), this is the go-to brawler from now on. Innovative fighting game where, instead of complicated combos and button mashing, you’ve got strategic long-range combat and decent motion controls! I look forward to training on this new style of fighting game all summer.

PLATFORMS: Nintendo Switch

The Author:

Ahmad Dialdin Saudi editor, writer and tech/gaming geek. Words are his playthings (also, Legos) and he voraciously consumes digital media. Ahmad also copyedits this magazine.

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DINING AROUND TOWN

WINGS STOP OPENS SHOP

HELLO THERE, CHUNK!

Staying true to its Texan heritage, Wingstop’s wings are available in 11 unique flavors to suit all tastes, and the franchise also serves a wide range of drinks and mocktails to complement its delicious combos and dishes. Don’t forget to ask about the Atomic Challenge in store, where your meal will be paid for if you eat 20 wings in under six minutes.

Chunk; an artisan bakery cafe opened last year on Takhassusi St., Fiorenza La Piazza with a chic concept. At Chunk, freshest ingredients are used while making the artisan breads.

The Saudi brand offers most delightful handcrafted pastries and desserts made from scratch. The have dessert jars, mini cakes, chocolate pretzels and many sugary delights.

SUSHI COUNTER

AN OUT OF THIS WORLD ENCOUNTER Ever since we saw the coming soon signs in Panorama Mall, we were intrigued and indeed, after finally getting a look at their menu, our curiosity was even more piqued. They have a Riyadh collection, which scores points for creativity.

Blending Japanese cuisine with the Saudi taste, they also serve sushi with hummus, moutabel and tabbouleh. Vegans and vegetarians, rejoice they have an entire page just for you.

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SIZZLER HOUSE DR FOODIE THUMBS UP: homemade food on TAKES OVER MATHAQI, We likey go by signing Mathaqi is an online TAKHASSUSSI platform, founded by the up on the app and Earlier this year Sizzler House opened its biggest restaurant on Takhasussi street in Riyadh. As we walked inside, we liked the interiors a lot.

The starters are delicious and the desserts, especially the Oreo sensation is our favorite pick.

The Oreo sensation has amazing layers of oreo cake with sweet cream cheese and caramel covered with cream and chocolate chips.

a young enterprising Saudi, Nouf Al Saleem.

It’s an online homecooked food service featuring curated meals prepared by talented home chefs. You can have

selecting time slot of their choice. New users can get a 30 percent discount on their first order by using promo code FIRST30. mathqisa

Their minimum order value is SR 15 plus SR 5 for delivery throughout Riyadh.

MUST TRY

MAESTRO’S NACHO VOLCANO CHEESY GOODNESS Simple yet so gooey good, it hurts. At the end of the day, we know we can put this together on our own but heck, we’re lazy and Maestro

knows it. They even made an app that’s so convenient we can’t resist ordering in. But back to the flaming volcano.

Greens.sa Nature in a jar, indeed. Did it taste as good as it looked?

Yes. We ordered a sampling of their salad, juices, and sandwiches and all were up to par. We particularly enjoyed “shaking things” up with the salad in a jar. Kale Caesar Salad, was a safe bet, the butternut one

delighted the vegans in our team— just don’t forget to remove the feta on your own.

The salmon open face sandwich is a bit small for SR 20, but we guess paired with a salad it’s fine.

Nutella balls, and the chocolate and peanut butter ones are small bombs of goodness.

DR TIP

Dip the dough.

Just do it.

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Interior Motives

Fashionable cafés serve as fantastic sanctuaries for your creative spirit.

By Jou Pabalate

HER SPACE, because it matters.

We’re a fan of cafés that provide exclusive space for women to let their hair down - like literally.

Nabt Fenjan

Uthman Ibn Affan Rd.

This enterprise is easily one of Riyadh’s best newcomers.

They have upped the roastery qua café game like yey-high.

Nabt Fenjan is perfect for creative women who want to escape Riyadh for a few hours. It’s quite a drive out of the city center, which can be a good thing if you need to focus in your own stylish she cave. One of the things we love about Nabt Fenjan is the floor seating, it makes for great group discussions. They also have an outdoor area that we’re predicting to be a hit come winter.

Kanakah Café King Abdul Aziz Rd.

One of the first all-female specialty coffee shops in the city, Kanakah put together an eye candy space. Every décor feels like a story waiting to be told, our editor felt surrounded by writing prompts. And by the way, you’ll spot some amazing, hard to find coffee table books lying around.

There are nice tucked corners if you need your quietude too.

Kanakah feels like that fancy living room you’ve always dreamed of.

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HIM & HER Draft Café

Al Ayinah, As Sulimaniyah Dist.

One of Riyadh’s first concept stores, Draft has decided to bless us with a café that’s just as inspired as its flagship shop in Centria. We fell in love with their creativity and well-thought-out use of space - from elevated sitting areas, Edison light bulbs, to the clever use of sunlight probably the reason so many people like to study there - and down to the tiny crates orders were served on. Everything on display, which they’ve managed to integrate nicely with the space, is for sale.

Both the single and family sections have an interesting corner for book lovers.

Runner Up Wmdah ArtSpace

Imam Saud bin Faisal Rd., Al Malqa

Hosting art and design events, one after another, we give them a round of applause. The space is beautiful, their second floor makes creative folks giddy and it overlooks the

massive gallery space below.

There’s a station that serves treats, which you can consume while you carve space for yourself upstairs.

We love the corkboard on one

of its walls, giving professionals a way to interact. We would show photos but this is where we knock down a few points for a space that wants people to come or to hold events; we can’t seem to reach them.

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The Drink A-List How these star drinks made it to center stage

By Areeb Al Shathri

Popcorn Iced Latte

This is Jaden Smith’s spirit drink. When this drink shows up on the red carpet (i.e. your table) you’re like “Whaat?”

But hey, you can’t fault its originality. In addition to the great drink, you'll enjoy an atmosphere of coziness and authentic coffee.

Location: Uthman Ibn Affan Road Mob: +966-555405882

Drinks to Im-PRESS The Cooper

Loved and respected, this drink poses difficult questions like what happens when you mix bananas, biscuits and vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup. Like the real Anderson Cooper, this drink is all white decorated in dark (tight black t-shirt anyone?).

The Turki Al Dakheel is like a steady sip of nostalgia. It's a concoction that amounts to a caramel date and frozen yoghurt smoothie. A classic Saudi flavor that's a mix of laban and dates. This drink is hard to perfect, but when you do, it’ll definitely stand out as a trusty go to.

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The Turki Al Dakheel

Banana Nut Smoothie

Smoothies are our one true love; toss in what you want and you'll get a hearty drink.

We also love it when they're simple. This smoothie is the Sean Penn of drinks. It’s dramatic and just gets you.

Inconspicuous in appearance, mostly just bland white with freckles, but has the ability to fill you up completely. This the perfect milky drink if you love bananas and want something nutritious while satisfying your need for coolness.

Location: Hittin Plaza, Prince Turki Ibn Abdulaziz Al Awwal Rd Tel: +966-11-4155538

OrangeZinger & Mighty Detox

These two lovelies are the Olsen twins. Orange Zinger, like Full House, is a childhood classic and the addition of ginger is a welcomed twist. The Detox, pineapple, green apple, celery, ginger and cucumber, is as refreshing as a facial, but for your innards.

Location: Arcadia Plaza, Makkah Al Mukarramah Branch Rd

The Fizzler Collection

And finally, here we have some models from Mol10 showcasing the sunset cruise part of the collection.

Available in several colors from numerous outlets, this tangy and icy collection is appropriate for hot summer days where juice just doesn’t cut it. Drink, smile, everytime.

Location: Arcadia Plaza, Makkah Al Mukarramah Rd Mob: +966-55628949

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BUILD ME UP, BUTTER CUP Learning to frost it till we make it.

By Zahra Anwer

We also got to try our hand at recreating that distinctive Magnolia Bakery “scooped swirl” frosting on their cupcakes, which are uniquely handcrafted without using a piping bag. Here’s a tip: use an offset spatula to scoop up frosting, gracefully dab some onto the cake as it is rotated, and the buttercream will slide off the spatula in teardrop shapes.

Location: Takhassusi St, Al Muhammadiyah Dist Tel: +966-11-2292157 magnoliabakeryksa

Some folks like dressing themselves up, others like dressing up desserts.

The Destination Riyadh team is a fun mix of both, so when faced with a chance to up our collective baking and styling game, we didn’t say no (there may have also been a promise of unlimited icing and cream).

Magnolia Bakery, a quaint bake shop that first opened in New York City and now has a branch in Riyadh, invited us to an exclusive cupcakedecorating workshop.

Thanks to their chefs, we not only learned a lot about frosting cakes and cupcakes, our team – noobs and pros alike – also got to unleash their creative side.

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FROSTING TRICKS WE PICKED UP: • If the buttercream is stiff, add a bit more milk.

• Aim to make the frosting’s consistency similar to toothpaste.

• Dip an entire cupcake – icing and all – into a bowl of sprinkles.

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SWEET, ENOUGH Get off your sugar high and start living right.

By Khadija Kareem

Sugar is addictive, which is why getting it out of your system requires conscious effort. Once you stay constant though, your body will automatically develop a new habit and it will get much easier for you to maintain a healthier lifestyle.

EASE YOURSELF OFF IT SLOWLY

Slower changes, tend to last.

It’s better for you to take it a step by step. This will help your brain accept the change and your body has time to adjust. By diminishing the amount gradually, it will be less noticeable and your cravings will lessen too.

If you're used to adding two spoons of sugar to your tea or coffee, try cutting it to one spoon for a week, then keep reducing the amount to zero. Or you could use other sweetening alternatives such as, honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract or a slice of orange for a refreshing sweetness.

MOVE YOUR BODY

Exercise, do some yoga or even dance. Whatever movement your little heart desires will help boost your energy, reduce tension and decrease the need for a sugar lift.

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A GOOD BREAKFAST

The best way to start your day is to have a breakfast full of lean protein (eggs, turkey, tuna) and healthy fats (nuts, dairy, olives), instead of a typical meal of carbs and sugary food.

You will feel more satisfied and energetic, it will also help with your blood sugar levels and prevent cravings throughout the day.

GIVE YOURSELF RULES

It is essential that you set clear rules about desserts in order to stick to them. Give yourself cheat days to have desserts, like weekends or special occasions. Or you can choose the have one candy a day or a small portion of a dessert trick, just to stave of the craving.

DRINK MORE WATER

Hydrating properly with water gives you energy, quell your appetite, help with your sugar cravings and boost your metabolism.

Sometimes, we mistake dehydration for hunger or food craving. Have a big bottle of water next to you. For flavor lovers, squeeze half a lemon or add slices of ginger and mint leaves.

BARGAIN AND BARTER

Trade natural sweeteners with sugar. Dates are loaded with potassium, copper, iron, magnesium and vitamin B6 and we have a ton of it at home. I encourage you to make your own dessert or sweeteners. Look into using agave syrup and natural jams or turning to fruits should you crave sweetness.

• Date & coffee muffins • Date paste • Skinny oat cookies for starter zero sugar recipes, check out our website: www.destinationryd.com

DONT KEEP TREATS IN THE HOUSE:

It’s difficult to snack on things that aren’t there! If you have a bucket of Baskin Robbins in your freezer, it makes total sense to devour it. Don’t keep unhealthy snacks in your home or office and trade it with the good stuff. Make your own or if you don’t have time get it from these places: Biotic SA

Location: Prince Nasser Bin Farhan St.

clean treats come with a not so cheap price tag

Tamimi Health Section Location: All around the city.

Outs N' Oats outs_n_oats

Health Couture Location: In major gyms and Biotic SA

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Floating FITCAMP

After leading effective fitness camps from 2015, FITCAMP, the Fitness Playground, in collaboration with FITboxKSA (founded

by Yasmine Hassan), planned an exciting, unforgettable fitness trip called the “Floating FITCAMP,” which took place in May 2017. This camp consisted of a 5-day fitness and lifestyle safari inspired by the passion for movement, adrenaline, adventure and nature. As mentioned in the name “Floating” it is literally a fit camp on water!

As interesting as this sounds there’s more to it; they cruise the waters of the Red Sea with the Colona Divers, having everyday stops in different neighboring islands such as Tawila, Jobal, Gaysoum, and Dolphin Reef.

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Get fit on the New Francesca boat!

FITCAMP’s main goal is to inspire, empower, and encourage people to live healthier, happier, and more active lives; they target people with both high and low levels of fitness. There are a number of opportunities to learn and engage in movement patterns within a safe environment with qualified practitioners who want to help. There are different specialized fitness practitioners onboard from functional-training, yoga, calisthenics, weight lifting and so on. Fun Water sports brought to the program include scuba-diving, wake-boarding, kitesurfing, snorkeling, and stand-up paddling; of course all this is included within the package! Their ultimate goal is to provide a one stop for all.

During the free-time, you will be spending it enjoying

music, BBQs, sharing stories, getting to known each other, etc. All this is done on a boat, “New Francesca,” which has 10 shared accommodation rooms, with access to fresh water, clean bathrooms, and comfortable beds. All healthy meals are freshly prepared on the boat by the resident chef.

And the finale to this, is a masseuse who is onboard to massage your soreness away!

THE NEXT TRIP! Date: Oct. 4 – 8 Contact: Yasmine for more info and how to join them!

Email: yasmine.h.hassan@gmail.com Amal Al Toaimi A fitness enthusiast who is IFPA (International Fitness Professional Association) and GEL (Group Exercise Leader, MEFITPRO) certified. Loves to encourage people to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle, believing that moderation is key.

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GYM FAILS

If you are guilty of any of these, you need to reevaluate what you stand for.

By Areeb Al Shathri

Non-Yoga Pants

Not all leggings are created equal. Some are created to make you comfortable, some to make you look good, and some to withstand stretching without revealing… too much of you. Dudes, you should really avoid tights, unless they are under your shorts.

Leather shoes on a treadmill are like flipflops on an ice rink.

You may think it’s fine, but I’m sure your feet will hate you for what you’ve put them through. Sneakers are the only appropriate gym shoes.

Tima, Zia

We applaud your dedication to fashion, but if your gym outfit is too tight or too elaborate, you’re doing it wrong.

If you’re out to impress, do it with your reps and form, not your outfit.

DR Tip: Due to Riyadh’s lack of humidity, the majority of us won’t break sweat easily, which is why you need breathable garments to regulate your internal temperature. Invest in good, absorbing material and steer clear of cotton.

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Folks, who are we trying to kid? Perfume and sweat do not mix well. Whatever happened to trusty ol’ deodorant? They’re relatively odorless and do not induce vomit in your gymmates. Ladies, if you’re looking for extra protection, try men’s deodorants.

Leather Shoes

Local active wear we love for women:

Style Over Stability

Perfume

Where to get sneakers: Sun and Sand Sports, outlet shops for U-Mark, Nike, etc. are at Al Oruba Mall.

If you’re patient, you’ll score a pretty good deal on a pair, especially this September.

Short-Shorts

Gentlemen, please make sure you remain gentlemen by maintaining a correct shorts-to-thigh ratio.

If there’s more thigh than shorts, we have a problem.

DR Tip: Training shoes are okay for running on a treadmill. But if you’re planning to rack up some miles outdoors, we recommend shoes that can take above 3.7-5 km.

H E A LT H Y L I V I N G

IRON-RICH FOODS from Quran and Sunnah Eat these for the sake of iron!

1. MEAT Surah Al Ma’idah [5:4]

“They ask you, [O Muhammad], what has been made lawful for them. Say, ‘Lawful for you are [all] good foods and [game caught by] what you have trained of hunting animals which you train as Allah has taught you. So eat of what they catch for you, and mention the name of Allah upon it, and fear Allah.’ Indeed, Allah is swift in account.”

Meat such as chicken liver, mutton liver, and other organ meats are some of the best sources of heme iron. ‫ال‬ ُ‫﴿ يَ ْسأَلُون َ​َك َماذَا أُ ِح َّل لَ ُه ْم ق ُْل أُ ِح َّل لَ ُك ُم الطَّ ِّي َبات‬ ‫َو َما َعلَّ ْمتُ ْم ِم َن الْ َج َوا ِر ِح ُم َكلِّ ِب َني تُ َعلِّ ُمونَ ُه َّن ِم َّم َعلَّ َم ُك ُم‬ ‫اللَّ ُه فَ ُكلُوا ِم َّم أَ ْم َس ْك َن َعلَيْ ُك ْم َوا ْذكُ ُروا ْاس َم اللَّ ِه‬ ﴾‫اب‬ ِ ‫َعلَ ْيه َواتَّقُوا اللَّ َه إِ َّن اللَّ َه َسِي ُع ال ِْح َس‬ ‫صلے‬

‫صلے‬

‫ج‬

‫ِصلے‬

2. LENTILS Surah Al Baqarah [2:61]

Red lentils can be boiled and eaten with bread. They strengthen the muscles as they are full of protein. ِ ‫ل طَعَامٍ َو‬ ‫اح ٍد فَا ْد ُع‬ ٰ َ ‫وس لَ ْن ن َْص ِ َب َع‬ ٰ َ ‫﴿ َو ِإ ْذ قُلْتُ ْم يَا ُم‬ ‫لَ َنا َربَّ َك يُ ْخر ِْج لَ َنا ِم َّم ت ُ ْنب ُِت ْالَ ْر ُض ِم ْن بَ ْقلِ َها َو ِقثَّائِ َها‬ ﴾ ‫َوفُو ِم َها َو َعد َِس َها َوبَ َصلِ َها‬

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“And [recall] when you said, ‘O Moses, we can never endure one [kind of] food. So call upon your Lord to bring forth for us from the earth its green herbs and its cucumbers and its garlic and its lentils and its onions.’”

3. NABIDH

Abdullah (RAA) said, “I heard Sufyan being asked about nabidh. He said: ‘Make nabidh at night and drink it in the morning.’” (Sunan An Nasai)

TO PREPARE TALBINA On a low flame, slowly add 1 tbsp of barley flour to boiled water.

Stir to avoid lumps and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve hot.

،َ‫ ق َ​َال َس ِم ْع ُت ُس ْفيَان‬،‫ ق َ​َال أَنْبَأَنَا َعبْ ُد اللَّ ِه‬،ٌ‫﴿ ُس َويْد‬ ِ ‫ُس ِئ َل عَنِ ال َّنب‬ ‫ ﴾‏‬.‫اشبْ ُه ُغ ْد َو ًة‏‬ َ ْ ‫ ق َ​َال انْتَ ِب ْذ َع ِشيًّا َو‬،‫ِيذ‬

4. TALBINA

Narrated by Hisham’s father: “Aisha used to recommend at-Talbina and used to say, ‘It is disliked (by the patient) although it is beneficial.’’’(Bukhari) Talbina is a porridge made with barley flour. It’s a nutritious and filling breakfast. ‫ َع ْن‬،ٍ‫ل بْ ُن ُم ْس ِهر‬ ُّ ِ ‫ َح َّدث َ َنا َع‬،‫﴿ فَ ْر َو ُة بْ ُن أَ ِب الْ َم ْغ َرا ِء‬ ‫ أَنَّ َها كَان َْت تَأْ ُم ُر بِالتَّلْبِي َن ِة‬،َ‫ َع ْن َعائِشَ ة‬،‫ َع ْن أَبِي ِه‬، ٍ‫ِهشَ ام‬ ُ ‫َوتَق‬ ﴾ .‫يض ال َّنا ِف ُع‏‬ ُ ‫ُول ُه َو الْبَ ِغ‬

5. FIGS

Surah At Tin [95:1]

“By the fig and the olive.”

Dried figs can be eaten as is, or they can be soaked in water before consumption.

﴾ ِ‫﴿ َوالتِّ ِني َوال َّزيْتُون‬

Dates Surah Maryam [19:25]

“And shake toward you the trunk of the palm tree; it will drop upon you ripe, fresh dates.”

Dates soaked in water overnight is called nabidh. Dates are a good source of non-heme iron, so they must be taken with foods rich in Vitamin C. ﴾‫﴿ َو ُه ِّزي إِلَ ْي ِك ِب ِج ْذ ِع ال َّن ْخلَ ِة ت َُسا ِق ْط َعلَ ْي ِك ُرطَ ًبا َج ِن ًّيا‬

Calcium inhibits iron absorption, therefore iron foods should not be eaten along with diary and other calciumrich foods.

Rayeesa Tabassum An Islamic writer who blogs for charity.

Blog: reshuwrites.wordpress.com Muslimahwrites iraisu_ reshuwrites

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EL JEM AMPHITHEATRE

DESTINATIONS TO EXPLORE

The Amphitheater of El Jem in Tunisia has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979. Only a three-hour drive away

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from the city, it's one of the two in the region, and the most iconic architectural contribution of the ancient Roman Empire.

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while earning points for your stay, dining, and spa experiences.

Tel: +966-12-2639666 parkhyattjeddah

Enjoy a five-night stay in Baku, Azerbaijan, and explore palaces,

volcanoes, temple fires and traditional baths.

Starting at SR 2,099 per person

SARAJEVO

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enjoy its cultural and religious diversity!

Starting at SR 2,069 per person

6 MUST-TRY UNDERWATER ADVENTURES 1. Shark Alley - South Africa

2. Saltwater Crocs - Australia

3. Whale Sharks - Mexico

Go diving with the legendary 2.5-ton Great White shark and enjoy a once in a lifetime experience.

The croc tank offers 360-degree views of saltwater crocodiles – strictly not for the faint hearted!

Swim with these docile, gentle and playful marine mammals who weigh around 41,000 pounds each!

4. Dive with Manta Rays - Hawaii

5. Underwater Art Exhibit - Spain

6. Barracudas - Malaysia

The best time to see the manta rays is on a night dive when they are illuminated by spotlights.

A one of a kind art exhibit 45-feet deep in the ocean – be sure to witness the sculptural collections as well.

The silvery vortex of barracudas will provide you a thrilling and memorable experience.

LUXURY CRUISER The Sun Siyam Resorts in the Maldives has relaunched its luxury cruiser, the MV Sunset Queen. It’s ideal for all the water works be it diving, surfing or snorkeling, or just relaxing on deck while cruising and watching the breathtaking islands slip by.

STAY AT THE PALACE

FUN FACT Game of Thrones was filmed in Dubrovnik Old Town.

Hotel Dubrovnik Palace is located a few minutes’ drive from Dubrovnik Old Town. It is perfect for a peaceful vacation with scenic seafront views of the Lapad peninsula and a pine tree forest in the backyard.

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DINING ABROAD

CRÈME DE LA CRÈME

By Jou Pabalate

Every pastry chef has a unique style of his or her own; ideas and techniques are as varied as they come. However, when it comes to using the ingredients, there is a consensus – culinary masters agree that the use of fresh, high-quality dairy products is essential to making the finest desserts.

To help us understand the delicate beauty of European cream, Destination was whisked away to Singapore.

There, renowned pastry chefs from different countries convened at the At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy for the anticipated La Crème de la Crème pastry event.

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Destination went on an indulgent odyssey in Singapore to discover the wonders of European cream.

The three-day gastronomic adventure successfully showcased the superiority of European cream. Ten international chefs, including Chef Mayada Badr from Saudi Arabia, were challenged to present their interpretation of this year’s theme: Blanc de Blanc (white on white). White offers its own culinary range and proposes new gastronomic sensations – an invitation to the chefs to use their pure imagination.

The chefs were given complete free reign to create absolute masterpieces using a combination of new and classic recipes, and traditional and contemporary baking techniques. The cream, which is the hero ingredient, remains as the integral element in each cake – discreet, glossy, unctuous, and reassuring.

We witnessed in awe as the pastry chefs defined, reimagined, and ultimately

Culinary mastery and quality cream can "make" a cake.

created dreamy interpretations of the theme. They hustled and bustled in a kitchen that felt like an episode from Iron Chef.

Another highlight of this edition was a special workshop with one of Paris’ top pastry chefs, Nicolas Bacheyre. We were able to see how European cream is able to elevate every creation. Our senses were titillated, surrounded by the scent of fresh vanilla and visually captivated as Chef Nicolas demonstrated to us how he has mastered the use of cream.

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THE CHEFS 1• Mayada Badr (Saudi Arabia) 2• Nicolas Lambert (Hong Kong) 3• Nicolas Bacheyre (France) 4• Julien Perrinet (Taiwan) 5• Sarah Ni (China) 6• Waddah Bou Saad (UAE) 7• Cheryl Koh (Singapore) 8• Talita Setyadi (Indonesia) 9• Jewook Ko (South Korea) 10• Paul Gardin (Malaysia)

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European cream is instantly recognizable by its texture and highly developed aroma, characterized by its roundness, smoothness and a bright, fresh taste. Due to its high standards and authenticity, European cream carries strong values that reflect the professionalism of the top pastry chefs.

During the workshop, we saw the difference the choice of ingredients can make especially in a delicate culinary art such as pastries.

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After two days of preparations and for us, a journey of discovery, the international chefs presented their masterpieces at Forlino.

Their final recipes will be published in an illustrated recipe book, which will be a training tool for students’ annual workshops. Needless to say, as much as we revelled in the stunning aesthetics, we looked forward to indulging our palettes. Indeed, they were delicious. The complex techniques achieved flavors that take you through a process; others were surprises folded under cream that rendered it simple yet elegant at the same time.

The dessert of Chef Sarah Ni from China wowed us with the intricacy in her work. The five elements were aptly represented through varying layers and flavors, all coming together through the clever use of the cream.

When it comes to gorgeous sweetness, Michelin-star chef Nicolas Lambert created a pavlova that was insta-ready.

As always, we were left

with a better understanding of fine ingredients and what Europe has to offer. But equally important perhaps is the gastronomic diplomacy that takes place through these events. The way European cream was adapted and honed by our star chefs to complement and in ways, infuse with their respective countries’ culture and palette is quintessential.

European cream and the use of quality ingredients is not a practice or preference limited by geography. Rather, it is a universally accepted fact – top pastry chefs only use the best products to create the most wonderful desserts.

CHEF MAYADA’S “AL HUDA”

We would have to say that in terms of flavor, taste, and clever use of cultural elements (a thumbs-up in our books), Chef Mayada’s Al Huda is unforgettable, with its ice cream infused with hints of rosewater, a gahwa and halawa core that, to this day, we’re still craving. It was a showstopper.

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The Riyadhi Guide to Packing Right - Dude Edition Because no suitcase is large enough to deal with mess.

By Safa Hassan

There’s a lot to consider when packing for a trip abroad, like, the reason, duration, weather and the luggage weight limitation. Honestly, it’s quite easy to pack extra or less than needed and end up with a messy situation.

To avoid inefficient packing, here are ways to utilize the space that available to you:

1. PACK STRICTLY

Decide your outfits. Pair your tops with the bottoms and mix n’ match to save on space. If you don’t think you’ll wear it, don’t keep it.

Pack three tops for every bottom.

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Instead of folding your casual tees, roll them. They occupy less space this way and don’t crease much. After folding your jeans lengthwise, roll it tightly starting from the bottom. You can roll your undergarments, pair of socks, chinos and shorts. Stack your rolls in the bottom of the suitcase and create an even layer.

STAFF PHOTO/SAFA HASSAN

2. ROLL THEM

3. FORMAL WEAR RULE

Most of the formals should be folded minimally and laid flat on top of everything. Cover your formals in a dry cleaning bag before folding, as the plastic prevents creasing. Roll your thobe as folding it will create edges that are creased into the fabric.

4. STUFF YOUR SHOES

If you’re low on space, stuff your shoes with small or delicate items. You can stuff your shoes with rolled pair of socks to maintain their shape.

You can also pack leak-proof toiletries or pack your hair ties and clips in a small pouch and stuff it in the shoes.

Fold your blazer inside out. Any creasing that could happen will occur on the inside fabric.

GO TO TRAVEL STORE: Mosafer Tahliya St.

If the soles of your shoes are dirty, wrap them in a plastic laundry bag, dryer sheets or an old shower cap.

LOCAL TRAVEL STUFF AREA: Souq Al Taibah Luggages, coat bags, etc.

King Fahd Rd.

PLACES TO BUY LUGGAGES (CHEAPER OPTIONS): Azizia Hyperpanda Lulu Department Store Centerpoint

5. TOILETRIES IN TRAVEL FRIENDLY CASES For short trips, transfer some of your toiletries like lotion, shampoo, conditioner, face wash and toothpaste in travel sized cases or bottles. Before putting on the lid, secure the bottle opening with a plastic wrap to avoid leakage.

Remember, it’s almost impossible to not end up with a bit of creasing on your outfits while packing.

Following these additional tips may help: • Make sure things stay in place. Avoid movement in the luggage.

• Pack heavy clothes like woolen/leather jackets at the bottom and lighter fabrics like linen at the top. Heavier fabrics don’t crease easy.

TOILETRY KIT 101: For the Lazy but fancy L-Occitane Travel Kit Panorama Mall

For the Lazy.

Tamimi Supermarkets Mini-everything

For DIY-ers Whites, Boots Pharmacy Travel containers

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EXPLORE KSA

PURSUING EXCELLENCE AT ROSEWOOD A conversation with Luke Noble, the new Food & Beverage Director Rosewood’s premium hospitality standards are soaring to new heights under the leadership of the new Food & Beverage Director.

In his 22 years of service in the hospitality industry, Luke Noble has worked at a restaurant, cafe, lounge and events management company.

He worked his way through the ranks and spent the better part of the previous decade in the five-star sector. At Rosewood, Noble works closely with the managers and executive chefs to give guests the premium experience that Rosewood promises.

Things look good for the Saudi hotel industry. The government is enhancing the tourism sector and it’s a successful effort. Working at Rosewood, Noble has noticed that the hotel industry is in “a stable and strong position of growth, particularly in Jeddah.” But there are always challenges in any industry. “Realistically, when you look at the scale of the market, everyone will have personal challenges. When you come to Rosewood, you know there will be a consistency of services and excellent quality food will always be present.”

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Ever since moving to Jeddah, Noble has spent time understanding the local culture and market, to see what’s trending and what Saudis enjoy most. It’s been a different experience compared to his work in Hampshire, England.

“The energy in England is frenetic; lots of people are in a rush. Saudis are a calm and friendly people, and it makes my job easier because the staff feels calm and friendly.”

Jeddah’s welcoming atmosphere is perfect for the hospitality industry, and it’s exactly what Rosewood wants.

— Luke Noble, Director of F&B, Rosewood Jeddah

Great attention to detail goes into personalizing the Rosewood experience, especially at the restaurants.

“If I can get someone to have a good time, it can change that person’s perspective on food,” Noble observed.

Rosewood likes to ‘specialize in love.’ Noble has appointed a manager who specifically oversees the Al Malaki Lounge Terrace, where a once-in-alifetime romantic dinner is served to couples at a very reasonable cost.

It’s a beautiful arrangement that Rosewood curates with roses, Saudi bubbly, and a dual view of the sunset over the sea and the vast expanse of glittering city.

Luke Noble has been with Rosewood for a few months but already he’s built a connection with the city and its people; the sunny weather adds to the charm. “I have many meetings all day, but the best is speaking to our guests.

Many of them are regulars and they’re lovely. The Saudi culture is relaxed and calm, so it’s really the perfect setting for a hotel like Rosewood.”

Location: Rosewood Jeddah Hotel, Corniche Rd., Al Shatea Dist.

Tel: +966-12-2607111 rwjeddah

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Sky Lounge has opened on the 17th floor, a locale that’s quickly becoming a favorite amongst locals. The poolside lounge offers a relaxing evening atmosphere for shisha and conversations. The view is divine, with Jeddah’s beloved fountain looking splendid in the distance.

Rosewood’s restaurants are always busy trying to cater to a variety of tastes, with Sushi Night at Ginza on Mondays, and Seafood Night on Thursdays and a Friday Brunch for families at Habsburg restaurant. Noble says, “Globally people are looking for a taste of home when they dine out. You notice a difference of quality with local produce and catch, so at Rosewood, we’re constantly meeting with suppliers to make sure our products are local and sustainably sourced.”

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EXPLORE KSA

HADDAJ WELL One of the Largest Ancient Water Wells In The World It continues to pour forth water 2,500 years on.

Sitting at the edge of the Nafud Desert, the city of Tayma benefits from an abundance of groundwater.

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old. With copious amounts of water, much prosperity came to the oasis as it found itself in the midst of trade and pilgrimage routes.

Though the water well is found in an easily accessible

part of town, our navigation system took us through maze-like streets that passed through date farm after date farm. There are so many palm trees that are cultivated in the city of Tayma that we have only come across such

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By Mohammed Mirza

understand why this water well has become a tourist landmark.

large numbers of trees only in Madinah and Al Hasa before.

The cool and shady pathways felt like a tranquil haven. The rustle of the palm fronds and birdsong had a soothing effect on our senses after an almost 3-hour journey from Madinah. “It’s only a water well� was a thought that kept coming to mind as we were driving around the city. But when we reached it, the thoughts faded away and we were beginning to

The well is pretty huge measuring over 18 meters in diameter, this makes it the largest well in peninsular Arabia. It is architecturally intriguing as well; the wooden structure on top has been restored giving it much of an authentic feel and the bricks that hold the well together without mortar are a marvel in themselves. The time-worn bricks have scars of water all over them, but they still appear so sturdy that they seem to be good to stand for decades to follow.

As we reached the rim of the well, we were surprised that there was water in the well. The water was of a bright green color. There were even a number of fishes and turtles thriving in it. We circumambulated the well, with each side of it presenting something new to us. Some portions of the well had wild plants protruding out from the brick walls, they somehow just added to the splendor.

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hot summer when many wells dry up. But the Haddaj Well hasn’t always been in use, in around the 5th century BCE, Tayma was abandoned, so the well fell into disuse for many centuries until Suleiman al-Gonaim restored it.

The water well originally worked on a pulley system.

Bucket loads of water would be pulled from the well by means of camels or oxen, which would at times even number close to a hundred.

This water would then be put into channels and through these channels, the water would reach nearby farmlands.

One can see these pulleys and channels to this day.

The channels and pulleys are of no use today, but the Haddaj Well continues to provide water to nearby wells and farmlands by modern water pumping systems.

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Desert Kites The Ancient Arabian Hunting Technique

By Mohammed Mirza

Desert kites were generally constructed on flat land between narrow deeply-incised valleys, where the surroundings would play a big role.

In Saudi Arabia, the majority of desert kites are found in the Harrat Khaybar area which is close to Madinah. While archaeologists debate when this technique was created, desert kites are believed to have been built between 4000 BC and 2000 BC. The ancient hunting technique of using desert kites remained long forgotten till airplane pilots spotted them in the 1920s. Named “desert kites” because of their triangular shape, they were primarily used to capture gazelles and other wild animals.

They are generally made of two low dry-stone walls arranged in a V-shape, but the enclosure could be in other shapes too. Called “Works of the Old Men” by Bedouins, the idea behind desert kites was to trap a large number of animals.

The game plan

A group of hunters would chase a herd of animals into the opening of the kite-like structure and capture them towards the narrow V-shaped end. Archaeologists believe that groups from various communities would participate in the ordeal together to hunt these wild animals en masse.

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The new programme aims to transform every touch point of the guest’s journey into a genuine lifestyle experience. It focuses on employees and includes a series of workshops and training sessions to inculcate the service mindset further.

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Hyundai Promises Dramatic Change with Sonata Facelift

New sheet-metal and trim details will bring the current-generation Sonata into line with Hyundai’s evolving design language, which is progressively introducing more sophisticated architecture and styling to the brand.

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MOSQUES IMAM TURKI BIN ABDULLAH

MOSQUE One of the oldest mosques in the city that is a reminder of Diriyah (old Riyadh).

• Diriyah KING KHALID GRAND MOSQUE One of the most

beloved mosques in the city.

Umm Al Hamam

PRINCESS LATIFA BINT SULTAN MOSQUE

One of the most beautiful mosques in Riyadh. Adjacent to King Fahd entrance • Takhassussi St.

THE AL RAJHI GRAND MOSQUE The largest

Mosque in Riyadh. Kudai Rd. • Exit 15 • Web: grajhi.org.sa

AMERICAN 19TH CENTURY BURGER

Here’s where the classic taste of minced beef patties combined with fresh buns are available to you. Al Olaya. • Tel: 9200 33900

56TH AVENUE DINER

A contemporary diner restaurant offering American comfort food.

Olaya St. • Tel: +966-11-2881234

JOHNNY ROCKETS

Serves great all-American food in a timeless and fun environment.

Al Olaya. • Tel: +966-11-2016667

SHAKE SHACK Serves the most delicious burgers, fries, hot dogs, frozen custard and more!

Localizer, Tahlia St. STEAK HOUSE Steaks grilled

BOSTANI CHOCOLATE &

GIFTS For chocolates, gifts and more. Prince Sultan St. • Tel: +96611-4163484 CHOCOLINE Flavor and

refinement meet to create an outstanding range of luxury chocolates. Al Olaya St. • Tel: +966-11-4641172

PATCHI Embrace a culture and

TALAH DATES Dates, sweets,

unique heritage of exceptional chocolate gifts that make life exquisite. Takhassousi St. • Tel: +966-11-4834464

COFFEE & TEA SHOPS CHORISIA LOUNGE Coffee Shop & Afternoon Tea • The RitzCarlton, Riyadh • Tel: +966 11 8028333 STARBUCKS COFFEE The true essence of coffee. • Nothern Ring Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-2754367 TEA GSCHWENDNER Their tea shops are staffed with tea enthusiasts dedicated to exploring the world of loose leaf tea. Al Olaya St.

FAST FOOD DOMINO’S PIZZA

An American pizza restaurant chain. AlUrouba St., Salah AlDin St., Khalid Ibn Alwaleed St., Prince Sultan St. • Tel: +966-11-419 3311 / +966-11-478 1618 / +966-11-209 2420 / +966-11-464 0463

HARDEE’S One of the best fast

THE COUNTER Create your own

KFC The largest chicken restaurant brand in the world. King Abdul Aziz Rd. • Tel: 920021111

MCDONALD’S IL TERRAZZO Overlooking Al Faisaliah’s gorgeous landscaped plaza, Il Terrazzo’s succulent meats are seasoned and slow-roasted to perfection over an open fire.

Al Faisaliya Hotel, Olaya • Tel: +966-11-2732222

CHOCOLATES ANOOSH Anoosh offers a variety

of chocolates and mouth watering cookies. Al Imam Saud Ibn Abdulaziz Brandh Rd. • Tel: 966-11-263 1051

CAFE BATEEL Deluxe

senses and captivates the hearts of chocolate lovers everywhere.

Takhassousi St. • Tel: +966-11-281 2000

GODIVA Godiva thrills the

to perfection over open fire to sear in the natural juices. Olaya, Thalatheen st. • Tel: 92000 7733

BRAZILIAN

has its own farms, which produce many of the world famous varieties of dates. Thalathin St. • Tel: +966-11-293 2428

chocolates, delectable dates, superb pastries and a vast selection of gourmet foods.

Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-11-2936355 • Thalateen St. • Tel: +966-118107090 • Kingdom Center • Tel: +966-11-2112042

food chain restaurants.

Salah AlDin AlAyyubi Rd., Ar Rabi, King Fahd Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11479 3682 / 9200 01213

burgers and make them special!

Tahliah St. • Tel: +966-11-4643117

DATES ALWANI DATES Alwani dates

I’m lovin’ it! King Abdul Aziz Rd. • Tel: Takhassousi St.

PANINO’S Hot sandwiches, salads

and gourmet pizza. Ash Shuhada • Tel: +966-11-482 2100

PAPA JOHN’S

The third largest take-out and pizza delivery restaurant chain in the world. Takhassousi Rd. • Tel: +966-11-229 4409

PIZZA HUT At Pizza Hut,

we have one mission: to bring more flavor to life. Thumamah Rd. • Tel: 9200 00910

SUBWAY Excellent taste,

nutritious food choices. Olaya St. • Tel: 9200 12782

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drinks, and the finest Arabian coffee. Al Orubah St. • Tel: +966-11-2173303

TMREYA TMREYA blends

authentic Arabian delicacies with contemporary global flavors to bring forth a unique world of confectionaries. Al Jawhara Complex, Al Alya • Tel: +966-11-2018299

FINE DINING CAFE BATEEL Provides a warm ambiance where you can enjoy extraordinary gourmet cuisine. A seamless blend of Mediterranean cuisine. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-112936355. • Olaya Dist., Tel: +96611-4103021

NOZOMI The best Fine Dining experience As Sulimaniyah • Tel: +966-11- 415 2213

TERRACE GRILL Best fine

dining restaurant. A Premier restaurant of Riyadh. Marriott Hotel • Tel: +966-11-477 9300

THE ELEMENTS This multi-buffet

concept restaurant is the first of its kind in Riyadh, and serves up global cuisines from China, Japan, India and the Middle East, prepared to order from fresh ingredients. Four Seasons Hotel • Tel: +966-11-211 5500

THE GLOBE Located within the

spectacular golden sphere that tops Al Faisaliah Tower, the Globe serves up delicious modern European cuisine and sweeping panoramic views of the city. Al Faisaliya Hotel, Olaya • Tel: +966-11-2732222

AROMA Based on a unique fusion

of traditional recipes and modern culinary delights Burj Rafal, Hotel Kempinski • Tel: +966-11-511 7777

THE GRILL restaurant reflects the

FRENCH ANTHURIUM A french restaurant

Hidden with in the streets of Riyadh.

Abdullah Al-Hamdan St. • Tel: +96611-4661473

APETITE KITCHEN A Parisian inspired restaurant and lounge concieved to offer a unique and exclusive experience of lifestyle Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-11-465 6491 CRÊPE CAFÉ

Casual authentic crêperie.

Riyadh Gallery • Tel: 966-11-207 8329

ERIC KAYSER Boutique bakery tradition meets global reputation at Maison Kayser, where the craft of exceptional quality is baked fresh every day. Garnada Mall • Tel: 966-054 590 8907 FAUCHON A French cafe serving

sandwiches, pastas, salads as well as sweets. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-11-465 6665

FRENCH BAKERY Top quality and

the best of tradition whilst embracing the greatest of what modern technology and thinking has to offer.

Takhassusi Rd. • Tel: +966-11 464 1441

FRENCH CORNER

Riyadhs French bakery pastry with an a la carte attractive french dishes.

As Sulaimaniya • Tel: +966-11-464 5322

LENÔTRE

Cakes and chocolate for all tastes.

Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11- 279 1108

LE RELAIS DE L’ENTRECÔTE

Charming Parisian simplicity of unique dining in the cozy and warm interior of Entrecôte. Almas Plaza, Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-11 461 5058

PAUL French Restaurant, Cafe &

Bakery. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-11-416 9125

INTERNATIONAL AL BUSTAN RESTAURANT

Sumptuous international buffet renowned in the market for its quality and taste. King Abdullah Road • Tel: +966-11-454 3300

AL ORJOUAN International

& Oriental Buffet Diner • The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh • Tel: +966-118028333

ART CAFE An Artistic Unique Concept Store and Cafe in Riyadh Centria Mall • Tel: +966-11-416 2990

spirit and energy of the flourishing international business city of Riyadh in its contemporary design with a traditional twist. Four Seasons hotel Tel: +966-11-2115500

BITE ME Fresh, handmade

TUGRA Emanating from the heart

has something for everyone thanks to its extensive variety of international cuisines and flavors.

Open for breakfast and lunch.

Al Faisaliya Hotel, Olaya • Tel: +966-11-2732222

of the royal Ottoman Empire, Tugra is the calligraphic seal of the era’s Ottoman sultans. Burj Rafal, Hotel Kempinski • Tel: 966-11-511 7777

goodness, delivered to your doorstep King Khalid Rd. • Tel: +966-11-440 4222

CRISTAL Offers a buffet that

FUDDRUCKERS

An American International serving platters to your heart’s extent.

Sahara Mall • Tel: +966-11-4641650

MOSAIC MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT Al Wazarat District • Tel: +966-11-477 9300

ORJOUAN

International Buffet Ritz Carlton Hotel • Tel: + 966-11-802 3833

SPAZIO Exceptional fine dining

in Riyadh, with a unique ambiance which could not be matched anywhere else in the City. Kingdom Tower • Tel: +966-11-211 1888

TOASTED An innovative and fresh approach to food. Rawdah St. • Mob: +966-12-2616747 TRADER VICS Trader Vic’s restaurant is recognized across the globe through exotic cuisines and happily imbibe from a collection of expertly crafted libations.

Panorama Mall.

• Tel: +966-11-281 4782

ICE CREAM AMORINO Delicious and unique Gelato flavors Al Muhammadiyah • Tel: +966-11-444 3425

BASKIN ROBBINS STORE

Offers desserts like fondue, affogato and cakes, all in a family friendly restaurant environment.

Ar Rabwa • Tel: +966-11-478 0108

DACTYLIFERA Chocolate and

Mini Icecream bites Takhassousi St. • Tel: +966-11-269 8566

FRESH BERRY

Frozen yoghurt with over 25 topping choices. Ash Shuhada • Tel: +966-11-253 5578

ITALIAN AL FORNO CO Italian Pasta restaurant. Al Hamra • Tel: +966055 844 2255

AZZURRO Classic Italian Fare

The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh.• Tel: +96611- 8028333

FORCHETTA Fine Italian Dining you could find in the capital Khurais Rd. • Tel: +966-11-492 0097

IL GABBIANO Indulge in true Italian flavor with a relaxing classic atmosphere. Al Olaya St. • Tel: +966-11-461 6066

MENCHIE’S FROZEN YOGURT Frozen Yogurt made with our custom blend of flavors.

Hitteen Plaza

PINKBERRY Pinkberry is a non

fat frozen yogurt concept that offers a light and refreshing guilt free treat. Granada Mall • Tel: +966-11-253 4783

STICK HOUSE

A fun way to enjoy ice cream. Panorama Mall • Tel: +966-59 818 2204

TURKISH ANATOLIA TURKISH GRILL One of the leading restaurants offering a truly memorable authentic Turkish dining experience. Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-4626339

GULLUOGLU

A restaurant chain that is true to the traditional recipes of south Anatolia. Tahlia St • Tel:+966-11-288 6418

finest Italian restaurant in Riyadh and the only restaurant in KSA to be awarded the Ospitalita Italiano seal of authenticity. Al Faisaliya Hotel, Olaya • Tel: +966-11-2732222

PIATTO Generous servings of

fresh and authentic Italian dishes.

Northern Ring Rd.• Tel: +966-11200 6868

PIZZA FUSION

Pizza Fusion: fresh, organic and eco-friendly. Al Olaya.

• Tel: +966-11-463 3329

KOSEBASI

TOP KAPI Blending history and culture with a fresh outlook and savory cuisine. Tahlia St • Tel:+966-11-288 5457

CHINESE ASIANAT A Humble Asian

Restaurant in northern Riyadh.

As Sahafa district • Tel: +966-11-410 8404

INDIAN PALACE FOOD

Authentic Indian restaurant Al Quds. • Tel: +966-50 -211 2020

LA SANI

All time marvelous Indian restaurant! • Tel: + 966-11-464 6187

SHEZAN

Let the aroma of mixed spices drive you to the wonderful experience and delicacies of an Indian kitchen.

Al Olaya. • Tel: +966-11-462 6608

SILVER SPOON INDIAN CUISINE The best

Indian food. • Tel: +966-11-222 2332

ZAIKA

Indian food and dining offering a high quality service and atmosphere.

Al Olaya. • Tel: +966-11-461 6066

JAPANESE BENIHANA

Benihana restaurants are traditional Japanese Hibachi steakhouses, featuring the Japanese cooking:”teppanyaki.”

Northern ring branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-415 7878

KAMPAI Gourmet journey you

won’t forget anytime soon!

As Sulaimaniya. • Tel: +966-11-461 7581

NOZOMI The best Fine Dining

DIAMOND Chinese restaurant.

experience. As Sulimaniyah.

• Tel:+966-11-415 2213

GULF ROYAL CHINESE RESTAURANTAuthentic Chinese

Restaurant in the city Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-464 1133

restaurant. King Fahad Branch Rd •Tel: +966-11-419 5288 / +966-138988887 / +966-13-8988887

SUSHI YOSHI Sushi Yoshi is a leading Japanese restaurant with its own unique design that stands out from the rest. As Sulaimaniya.

• Tel: +966-11-812 0055

ROSSO Discover and taste the

HONG RESTAURANT

MIRAGE The perfect Asian taste

TOKYO A contemporary yet sophisticated dining experience in the heart of Riyadh with a choice of a cooking station seating. Al Urubah Rd. • Tel:+966-11-4605672

NOODLE BOX A fusion of Thai,

ANOOSH One of the best

PIZZA ROMA

Go-to pizza place in town.

Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-462 9032

ROMA Authentic Italian

ROSSOPOMODORO All our

Bringing happiness to every cup, cone, cake and pint. Takhassousi St. • Tel: +966-11-453 8746

A Gulf inspired Restaurant at the heart of Riyadh Al Olaya966-11-463 4848

LA CUCINA La Cucina is the

HAAGEN-DAZS Premium ice

MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY

WADEK

Turkish restaurant & cafe known for its Baklawas King Fahad Road • Tel: +966-11-419 7840

The ultimate destination for chocolate lovers. Takhassousi St. • Tel: +966-11-281 2000 cream parlor. Stars Hayat Mall • Mob: +966-559576854

Lebanese Armenian Restaurant Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-4667071

ITALIAN HOUSE Restuarant with a unique Italian taste.

King Fahad Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-419 8016

freshest flavours, the hottest ingredients and the most talented Four Seasons chefs from around the globe. Four Seasons Hotel • Tel: +966-11-211 5500

GODIVA

TAHIL RESTAURANT

ingredients come directly from the Neapolitan region of Campania.

As Sulaimaniya • Tel: +966-11-293 9565

Localizer Mall • Tel: +966-11-217 0125

Traditional Chinese Cuisine • The Ritz-Carlton • Tel: +966-11-8028333 in the city. Al Urubah Rd.• Tel: +96611-483 4127

DESSERTS & BAKERIES

Indonesian, Chinese, Malaysian, and Japanese dishes with a modern look. Al Khalijiah Plaza • Tel: +966-11-456 2920

Chocolate shops in the Kingdom selling the best cookies.

King Abdullah Branch Rd. • Tel:+966-11-278 4297

Lebanese cuisine. • Tel: +966-114418441 / +966-11-4411401

PANDA EXPRESS Chinese international franchise. As Sulaimaniya.• Tel: +966-11-415 4100

CALIFORNIA BAKERY CAFE

FLAMINGO RESTAURANT

THE NOODLE HOUSE

DIPLOMAT One of the best sweets

MIDDLE EASTERN BURJ AL HAMMAM

Al Olaya. • Tel: +966-11-461 2277

GRAND LEBANON RESTAURANT Lebanese

Restaurant. As Sulaimaniya • Tel: +966-11-463 1888

KARAM BEIRUT Mediterranean Restaurant As Sulaimaniya • Tel: +966-11-416 1717 LUSIN Armenian

Restaurant Centria Mall • Tel: +966-9200-02690

Authentic Southeast Asian dishes over an open flame and in full view of the guests. Al Olaya St. • Tel: +966-11-293 9969

YUMMY WOK

Yummy Wok offers variety of Asian cuisine. Makkah Al Mukartamah Branch Rd.• Tel: +966-11-488 9166

INDIAN COPPER CHANDNI

An Indian experience you wont find anywhere else.

As Sulaimaniya.

• Tel: +966-11-416 7000

The best cheesecakes in town. Al Faisaliya. • Tel: +966-11-293 4420 in town with amazing Baklawas.

Al Ghadir.• Tel: +966-11-203 3652

HELEN’S BAKERY

We only bake original recipes using the best and freshest ingredients in the market. Al Urubah Rd. • Tel:+966-11-416 9734

JAREER SWEETS A reputation for great taste, authenticity and value became a leading chain of pastry shops within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Al Malaz.

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MUNCH BAKERY

If you are a person with a sweet tooth then here’s a haven you can indulge in. Abdullah Al Hamdan St. • Tel:+966-9200 15010

SWEETS OF ARABIA Authentic Oriental Sweets • The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh• Tel:+966-11-8028333

SAADEDDIN PASTRY The best

pastry and sweets in the city only in Saadeddin Pastry. Prince Saad Ibn Abdulrahman Al Awal branch Rd. • Tel:+966-11-471 4649

SUGAR SPRINKLES

The cupcake shop. Takhassousi St. • Tel:+966-11-229 0505

BOUTIQUES BRIDAL COUTURE BOUTIQUE Bridal gowns and veils. Al Olaya • Mob: +966-504308630 • Web: bridalcouture.com.sa

HARVEY NICHOLS

International luxury lifestyle stores specialising in brand name merchandise. Al Faisaliya Mall • Tel: +966-11-2734444 • Web: harveynichols.com.sa

RIVA A unique brand for ladies and kids wear. Galleria Mall • Tel: +966-11-2078519 • Web: rivafashion.com/stores

TERRA ECLAT Offers a wide selection of unique hand crafted jewelry. Sahara Mall, Gate 3 • Mob: +966-543766773 • Web: terra-eclat.com

CUSTOM THOBES AJLAN & BROS Great fabrics

and quality. Olaya Dist. • Tel: +96611-4665555 • Web: ajlanbros.com

LOMAR Creative and modern thobes. Localizer Mall As Sulimaniyah King Abdulaziz Rd, Ar Rabi. • Tel: 920000554 • Web: lomar.sa

TOBY Classic and modern brought together. Tahlia St • Mob: +966-53621 2007 • Web: tobybyhatem.com

FLORISTS ALWAN FLOWERS

Pick and fall in love. Al-Sulimaniah, Abu Baker Alrazi St. • Tel: +966 11 2167410 • Web: alwanco.com.sa

GARDENIA For pretty and fancy

flowers. Tahlia St. • Tel: +966-11-216 6996 • Web: gardeniaonline.com

ILUBA FLOWERS

Longlife flowers live for over a year without water. Ar Rahmaniyah • Mob: +966-11-281 7771 • Web: info@ilubasa.com

MIX FLOWERS For pretty

flowers. Ar-Rayan • Mob: +966-114916410 • Web: Mix_Flowers

NARDEEN FLOWERS GARDEN Flower shop.

Al Rowdah Dist. • Mob: +966-112490972 • Web: Mix_Flowers

SPRING ROSE A variety of

flowers for every price range.

Khurais st. - AL-Rayyan Dist. King Fahd st. - AL-Olaya Dist. King Abdullah st. - Al Warood Dist. Imam Saud bin Abdulaziz st. - Al-Nakheel Dist. • Tel: +966-11-2088369 / +966- 11-2167777 / +966-11-4709029 / +966-11-4702226 • Web: springrose.com.sa

SPRING’S WEDDING

For nice springy flowers. Musaed Al Angari St. • Mob: +966-11-2791024 • Web: spring-weddings@hotmail.com

STYLE FLOWERS For a stylish

set of flowers. Musaed Al Angari St. • Mob: +966-504237071

TULIP For your celebrations.

Musa Bin Naseer st. - AL-Olaya Dist.

Imam Saud bin Abdulaziz st. - AlNakheel Dist. • Tel: +966-11-4645628 / +966-11-472230

FURNITURE @ROOM Furniture showroom.

King Abdulaziz Rd. North.

• Tel: +966-11-229 8457

ABYAT Biggest selection of

building supplies and home furnishing. Northern Ring Rd. Exit 6. • Tel: 8001215555 • Web: abyatonline.com

AYAR FURNITURE Custom

made fine furniture. Tahlia St. Intersection, Takhassusi St. • Mob: +966-11-4612757 • Web: ayar.com

CLOSET WORLD Costumize your own closet. Takhassusi St • Mob: +966-11-4889516 • Web: closetworld.com.sa

PHOTOGRAPHERS ADWA STUDIO Females only King Abdulaziz Rd. • Tel: +966-11-4653691 • Web: adwaa-studio.com.sa

EXPOSURESA

Weddings, events, Sports, products and fashion.

• Tel: +966-590007001 • Web: exposuresa.com

MALAMEH ALFAN STUDIO For women. Abdullah Ibn Sulaiman Al Hamadan Riyadh.

• Mob: +966-553005522 • Web: malamehalfan.com

REEMA STUDIO For portraits.

Tahlia St. • Mob: +966-11-293 1500

SARATOQA PHOTOGRAPHY Young seasoned photographer.

Centria Mall • Mob: +966555441211

SULTANA PHOTOGRAPHER Young passionate Saudi photographer. • Mob: +966554991154.

CLINICS ABAD SPECIALIZED CLINICS

Provide patients with high-quality health care services.

As Sulaimaniya. • Tel: +966-11-201 6677 • Web: abadclinics.com

AJMAL CLINICS A range of plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments. As Sulaimaniya • Tel: 9200 10029 • Web: ajmalclinic.com AVENUE MEDICAL CLINIC

Dedicated to enriching the quality of life of Riyadh community members and visitors. Al Muruj • Tel: +966-11-200 0099 • Web: avenue.com.sa

CONSULTING CLINICS

CITIES Modern furtnitures.

DAR AL HADAYA For

DERMA CLINIC Hair and skin care. Prince Sultan St. - Bin Homran Center • Tel: +966-11-465 0000 • Web: derma-clinic.com

HOSHAN FURNITURE

DIMA DENTAL A group of

modernized furnitures. Al-Woroud.

• Mob: +966-11-2155550

For classic furnitures. Tahlia St. • Mob: +966-11-2933939. • Web: hoshangroup.com

ID DESIGN For modern furniture. • King Abduallah Rd. Raed Dist. Mob: +966-11-480 4885 • Web: iddesign.com IKEA C’mon, it’s Ikea. East Ring Rd. Exit 16. • Mob: +966-11-2442233.

• Web: ikea.com

LITTLE FLORA Little Flora is the first online portal for flowers and gifting in Saudi Arabia.

Ar-Rahmaniyah • Mob: +966583992223/ +966-593811137 • Web: littleflora.com 88 DESTINATION RIYADH SEPTEMBER 2017

A high standard of care oriented practice providing patients with the up-most care utilizing the latest dental technologies. Abdullah Ankari Rd. Al Worude • Tel: +966 -11419 7740 • Mob: + 966-540509111

SIGAL DENTAL CLINIC

To provide dental care for our patients in a convenient place.

Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-464 8060 • Web: sigalclinics.net

SPECIALIZED CLINICS

One of the newest and finest medical centers in Riyadh.

Kharaid Rd. • Mob: +966-56 215 4241 • Web: spclinic.net

GYM & HEALTH CENTERS 9ROUND Personal trainers who work with you every step of the way. Al Wahah. • Mob: +966-54 104 8687 • Web: sa.9round.com

BODYMASTERS Offer a wide range of fitness services to its members. As Sahafah • Tel: 9200 006269 • Web: bodymastersksa.com FIT FOREVER FITNESS One

Healthcare facilities. Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-465 9100 • Web: consulting-clinics.com

Centria Mall • Mob: +966-112180007 • Web: zoom-cities.com

NOBLE SMILE DENTAL CARE

specialized dentists in all aspects of dentistry. Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-466 1200 • Web: dimadental.com

HALA CLINICS Medical and health care facilities. Takhassousi St. • Mob: +966-56 527 0000 • Web: halahclinics.com MUROONA SPINE & JOINT CLINIC Specializing in

Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Rock Taping, and Foot Orthotics treatment for a hands-on, drug free rehabilitation. As Sulaimaniya • Tel: +966-11-466 1664 • Web: muroona.com.sa

of the most professional gyms in Riyadh. King Abdul Aziz Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-810 0111 • Web: fffksa.com

FITNESS FIRST One of the

world’s leading health and fitness companies. Riyadh Gallery • Tel: 966-11-217 9674 • Web: fitnessfirstme.com

FITNESS TIME

Provide the best sports and fitness services. King Abdul Aziz Branch Rd. • Tel: 9200 03131 • Web: fitnesstime.com.sa

GOLD’S GYM ELITE

Designed to empower and guide women to reach their personal health and wellness goals.

Al Khaldiaha • Tel: +966-11-219 0044 • Web: goldsgym.com/riyadh

KORE STUDIO Boutique health club. Al Khuzama Dist. • Tel: +96611-482 0003 • Web: korestudios.net LUTHAN WELLBEING STUDIO

Offers personalized approach to total body transformation. Al Raed Rd. • Tel: +966-11-480 7799 ext.312 • Web: luthanhotel-spa.com

NUYU A stunning chain of fitness

centres, inspiring the women of Riyadh to get active and stay active.

Al Muruj • Tel: +966-11-214 3710 • Web: nuyu-ksa.com

SPECTRUM WELLNESS FOR WOMEN Fitness center for

women in Riyadh and Khobar.

Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-216 5522 • Web: spectrum4women.com

HOSPITALS AL JAFEL INTERNATIONAL HOTEL Safe and high quality

healthcare services. Western Ring Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-430 0387 • Web: jafel-hospital.sa

AL JAZEERA HOSPITAL

Provide healthcare. Al Nasim Al Gharbi • Tel: +966-11-238 8888 • Web: aljazeerah-hospital.com

DALLAH HOSPITAL

Bring peace of mind for the thousands of patients everyday.

Nakhil • Tel: 9200 12222 • Web: dallah-hospital.com

KINGDOM HOSPITAL

To deliver high quality costeffective healthcare with a sense ofcompassion and dignity.

Ar Rabi • Tel: +966-11-2751111 • Web: khccgroup.com

KING FAISAL SPECIALIST RESEARCH CENTER

Enables users to access their health care records anywhere anytime.

Makkah Al Mukarramah Branch Rd. • Tel: 9200 12312 • Web: kfshrc.edu.sa

RIYADH CARE HOSPITAL

One of the leading hospitals in the Kingdom. Unayzah St. • Tel: 9200 00459 • Web: riyadhcare.med.sa

OLAYA MEDICAL CENTER

A multi-specialty medical centre.

As Sulaimaniya • Tel: +966-11-464 5501 • Web: omc.com.sa

SAUDI GERMAN HOSPITAL

The largest leading heath provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

As Sahafah • Tel: +966-11-2685555 • Web: ryd.sghgroup.com.sa

SPECIALIZED MEDICAL CENTER (SMC)

The symbol of trust in Healthcare.

SMC is the largest Academic Private Hospital in Riyadh • Tel: +966-11-4343800 • Web: smc.com.sa

SULAIMAN AL HABIB HOSPITAL Complete medical

care. Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-462 2224 • Web: hmg.com.sa

SPA & BEAUTY CENTERS BEAUTYOU A warm and

friendly beauty & spa center.

Musa Ibn Nusair • Mob: +966-56561 1193 • Web: beautyou-ksa.com

DIAMOND BEAUTY CLINIC Offer state of the art beauty services. Exit 5 • Tel: +966-114955044 • Web: dbclinics.com

FOUR SPA Spa treatments, nails,

hair and beauty salon. Diplomatic Quarter • Tel: +966-11-2014444 • Web: four.com.sa

GERMANY BEAUTY CENTER

Rejuvunating the mind and body.

As Sulaimaniya • Tel: +966-11-4646 0204

HAIR & SKIN CARE CENTER

Deals with all skin problems.

Al Hajjaj Al Fahri • Tel: 9200 00037

HOT STONE

Offers the finest treatments and services delivered by Licensed Estheticians, Massage Therapists, Hair Stylists and Nail Technicians.

Takhassousi Rd. • Tel: +966-11-419 7335 • Web: hotstone-spa.com

LUTHAN WELLNESS SANCTUARY

The Wellness Sanctuary is an allencompassing life enhancement center. Al Raed Rd. • Tel: +966-11-480 7799 ext.240 • Web: luthanhotel-spa.com

MATAM BEAUTY SALON

Beauty services. Abi Dhar Al Ghaffara • Tel: +966-11-492 4089

MY NAIL SPA

All things nails - beauty and care.

Exit 2 • Mob: +966-53582 3333 • Instagram: my_nails_spa

WESAM WORLD FASHION

The first integrated women’s center that gather all the requirements of modern women in fashion, fitness and beauty. Al Athra • Tel: 9200 02486 • Web: wesamfashion.com/ index.php

PEST CONTROL HIT PEST CONTROL

One of the leading pest & termite control establishments.

•Tel: +966-11-471 6853 • Web: hitpest.com

TRAP PEST CONTROL

Become one of the leading pest control companies in Saudi Arabia.

• Tel: +966-11-228 2420 • Web: trappestcontrol.com

HOTELS AL FAISALIYA HOTEL

Featuring 224 rooms and suites, standstoday at the intersection of ancient Middle Eastern tradition and cosmopolitan sophistication.

King Fahad Road • Tel: +966-11-273 2000 • Web: alfaisaliahhotels.com

BURJ RAFAL HOTEL KEMPINSKI Situated in the

heart of Riyadh offering a spa and signature restaurants. As Sahafah • Tel: +966-11-511 7777 • Web: kempinski.com/burjrafal

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL

A luxury hotel and resort around the globe for your vacation, wedding or business travel.

Kingdom tower • Mob: +966-11-211 5000 • Web: fourseasons.com/riyadh

HOLIDAY INN OLAYA Offers a tranquil base right in the heart of Riyadh. Olaya • Tel: +966-11 4612000 • Web: holiday-inn.com / ihg.com

HOTEL IBIS RIYADH

COZMO TRAVEL

HOTEL NOVOTEL RIYADH

FURSAN TRAVEL

An oasis of comfort and amenities in the heart of Saudi Arabia’s.

Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-419 9995 • Web: accorhotels.com

With 166 elegant rooms and refined suites, the 5-star Novotel Riyadh Al Anoud is sure to please every guest. King Fahad Road Tower• Tel: +966-11-2882323 • Web: novotel.com

HYATT REGENCY RIYADH OLAYA A contemporary business

hotel at the heart of the city.

Olaya Rd., Olaya Dist.

• Tel: +966-11-2881234

Offer customized travel solutions for both independent and corporate travelers. King Faisal Road • Tel: +96611-4818600 • Web: cozmotravel.com A leading travel management company in KSA. Abi Bakr As Siddiq Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-2636211 • Web: fursan.com.sa

INTA A professional tour operator and travel agency. Dammam Rd. • Mob: +966-50 248 5555 • Web: intagency.com

SAUDI INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL AGENCY

RADISSON BLU HOTEL

One of the leading companies in travel & tourism. King Abdul Aziz • Mob: +966-533264028

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HAYA TOUR A licensed tour

One of the world’s leading global hotel brands. AbdulAziz St. • Tel: +966-11-4791234 • Web: radissonblu.com

Combines 21st-century facilities with impeccable service and Saudi hospitality. Al Mutamarat • Tel: +966-11-4655000 • Web: ihg.com

RIYADH MARRIOTT HOTEL

Combines style and substance, with 5-star accommodations and the unparalleled level of service.

King Saud Road• Tel: +966-114779300 • Web: marriott.com

SHERATON RIYADH HOTEL & TOWERS Located in the heart of Riyadh.

Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-4543300 • Web: sheratonriyadh.com

THE RITZ-CARLTON The Ritz Carlton client is happy from the listing, but still have two comments • Makkah Road • Tel: +966-8028020 • Web: ritzcarlton.com/riyadh

TRAVEL AGENCIES ACE TRAVEL

Agency with locations throughout the kingdom; includes online air travel, hotel reservations and car rental. As Sulaimaniya •Tel: 920002278 • Web: ace-travel.com

AL KHALAF TOURS

Travel and transportation agency.

Awf Ibn Abdulrahman • Tel: +966-112877700 • Web: alkhalaftravel.com

AL MAJDOUIE TRAVEL AGENCY A reputable travel

agent who provides complete solution for travel needs. Al Malaz • Mob: +966-11-4780965 • Web: almajdouie.com

AL TAYYAR TRAVEL Book your flights and hotels online. Kharis Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-2653926 • Web: altayyargroup.com

ATTAR TRAVEL The first and

oldest travel agency in Saudi Arabia. Al Olaya • Mob: +966-53 2661217 • Web: attartravel.com

TOUR OPERATORS operator in Riyadh. Al Nozha Dist.

• Tel: +966-11-450 7167 • Web: hayatour.com

JAWLAH TOURS First destination management company in Saudi Arabia.

Awf Ibn Abdulrahman • Tel: +966-114816508 • Web: jawlahtours.com

MASAWIFE TOUR OPERATOR

Providing comprehensive service for group and individuals from and to the country. Al Wadi • Mob: +966-53 2771133 • Web: masawife.com

SARH COMPANY One of the leading tour operators of Saudi Arabia. Kharis Branch Rd. • Tel: +96611-4341111 • Web: alsarhtours.com

CAR SERVICES AL WEFAQ RENT A CAR

Local car rental across Saudi Arabia. King Fahd St. • Tel: +966-114012949 • Web: alwefaq.com

AUTO WORLD RENT A CAR Car rental to get around the city. Eastern ring Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-492 8080 • Web: autoworld.com.sa

AVIS A stress-free car rental

experience by providing superior services that cater to the customers’ individual needs.

King Abdul Aziz St. • Tel: +966-114549614 • Web: avis.com.sa

BEST RENT A CAR Car Rental.

Al Ghadeer Dt. • Tel: +966-112245212 • Web: bestrentacar.com.sa BUDGET Provide the flexible leasing program to meet your specific long term car rental needs.

Al Murabba • Tel: +966-11-4036664 • Web: budgetsaudi.com CAREEM The Middle East’s leading private car booking service.

• Tel: 9200 33786 • Web: careem.com/riyadh

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EASY TAXI The number one taxi

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solution for customers.

AlMurabba • Tel: +966-11-2719333 • Web: easytaxi.com

ABDULAZIZ INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL English schools from Pre-KG to Grade 12. King Abdulaziz Rd. • Tel: +966-11-4738555 • Web: aisriyadh-sabis.net

HERTZ

Car rental ith all the best offers and deals on cars. King Khaled Airport • Tel: 9200 05561 • Web: hertz.com

AL NOOR INTERNATIONAL

V-KOOL SAUDI

SCHOOL International School with high values in the capital.

Al Wisham • Tel: +966-11-4030673

Glass solar control window films.

As Sulaimaniyaha • Tel: +966-11-293 6969 • Web: v-kool.com

AL YASMEAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

UBER To passengers, Uber is essentially synonymous with taxis, and to drivers, it’s basically a referral service.

• Web: uber.com/cities/riyadh

The School offers wholesome education that takes care of the allround development of every child.

ASalah Aldin al Ayyubi • Tel: +966-11-478 8815 / +966-11-292 1510 • Web: alyasmin.org

COMPOUNDS AL RABWA RESIDENTIAL COMPOUND An established

DREAM INTERNATIONAL

SCHOOLS Specialists who have a certain vision to create a healthy, educational and attractive environment. • Abi Bakr As Siddiq Branch Rd. • Tel: +966-11-4545608 • Web: dream-schools.com.sa

residential compound comprising 63 luxury double storey fully furnished expatriate villas in Downtown Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Alrabwa dist.

• Mob: +966-595527767 • Email: a.nahdi@areic.com.sa

KINGDOM SCHOOL

Provide quality education that is based on highly qualified teachers, comprehensive curricula and effective learning methods.

Al Andalus St. - Maghrabi Dist.

• Tel: +966-11-2755555 • Web: kingdomschools.edu.sa

AL BUSTAN VILLAGE

One of the most sought after compounds in Riyadh.

Al Arid • Web: albustanvillage.com

AL HAMRA OASIS VILLAGE

One of Riyadh’s premier compounds consisting of 404 residential units: all of which have very tasteful furniture and fittings, meeting high standards. Ash Shuhada. • Tel: +96611-2490440 • Web: alhamra.com.sa

AL JAZEERA BADR SUPER DELUXE VILLAS

Two floor villas that are furnished luxuriosly in the east of Riyadh. Al Rayyan St. • Tel: +966-11-492 1135 • Web: badercompound.com/en/ Pages/default.aspx

AL NAKHEEL VILLAGE

Beautifully landscaped lush green areas and all the elements of comfort to residents. Garnata Dt. • Tel: +966-11-2403478 • Web: nakheelvillage.com

AL WAHA RESIDENTIAL COMPOUND Fully facilitated

residential compound with a 24 hour security. Al-Khuzama • Tel: +966-11-4864711 • Web: areco-alwaha.com/Home/ Contact

CALIFORNIA RESORT

One of the most unique and prestigious compounds in Riyadh.

• Qortuba Area Tel: +966-11-248 4444 • Web: california-riyadh.com/index.php

ISHBILIA COMPOUND

Conveniently tucked-in away from street noise, midway between the city of Riyadh. It offers beautifully landscaped lush green areas and all the elements of comfort to residents. King Abdullah Rd. • Tel: +966-11-2406500

KING FAISAL SCHOOL

LAPALMA VILLAGE

Luxury residential community in a contemporary western accommodation. North of Riyadh • Tel: +966-11-4914400 • Web: lapalma.sa/riyadh-en

RANCO VILLAGE COMPOUND

Rich selectuon of affordable villas which consist of restaurants, a mini shopping mall, parks and other facilities. Khurais Rd. • Tel: +966-11-492 4411 • Web: ranvil.com

THE REEF COMPOUND

Attractive & traditional Villas Al Waseel Rd. • Mob: +966-562222077 • Web: reefcompound.com

KINDERGARTENS

DRAGON FLY Pre-school and Kindergarten • Mob: +966-504189863 • Facebook: Dragonfly English Kindergarten GROWING MINDS Pre-School

and Activity Center Northern Ring Rd. Exit 9 • Tel: +966-11-248 4806 • Web: growingmindsriyadh.com

ISHBILIA KINDERGARTEN

Multinational School in Riyadh.

Al Baraka St. • Tel: +966-11-240 6960 • Web: mns-kgr.com

KIDS WORLD The program is play-based with lots of different activities to encourage learning.

Sulaimaniya Area • Tel: +966-400 6000 • Web: kidsworldschool.net

AL FURSAN International

LITTLE ANGELS A Montessori

BLOSSOMS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN A place, which

MAMA ET MOI A vibrant

schools and preschool. Al Izdehar • Tel: 92000 4202 • Web: fis.sch.sa/ PRE-KINDERGARTEN

is designed to foster language & social development. Mohammed Ibn Uthaim St. • Tel: +966-11-2146665 • Web: blossomsksa.com

CHILDHOOD STEPS Designed to provide fun, good health, safety and the best education needed in early childhood. Al Tougably • Tel: +966-11415 7255 • Web: childhoodsteps.com

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Preschool. Eid Compound • Tel: +966-11-2493400 • Web: littleangelsriyadh.com

community, where children learn not only the skills but also the values that will prepare them for the next stage of their lives at school and beyond.

Al Olaya • Tel: +966-11-4649666 • Web: britishislamicschool.com

MY SCHOOL A Kindergarten

following a Montessori method of education. Al Wady Dt. • Tel: +966-112005565 • Web: myschool.com.sa

A rigorous national and international program of study.

Diplmoatic Quarters • Tel: +966-11-4820802 • Web: kfs.sch.sa

MANARAT AL RIYADH

One of the top international schools in the city.

• Tel: +966-11-4509916 • Web: manaratriyadhen.maarif.com.sa

MULTINATIONAL SCHOOL

Welcoming all children to achieve their ambitions and reach their full potential. Al Falah • Tel: +966-112751751 • Web: mns-r.com

MY LITTLE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL

MLS offers a trilingual program and a unique learning environment applying holistic approach to student education.

Darin, Ar Raid, Riyadh 12352 • Email: admin@mls.com.sa • Tel: +966-11-48 22820 • Web: www.mls.com.sa

RIYADH NAJED SCHOOL

Delivering top quality Education and Growth.

Al Hamra • Tel: +966-11-2491616 • Web: rns.sch.sa

ROWAD AL KHALEEJ INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Empowering students to think creatively, to value diversity, and to pursue passion. • Uthman Ibn affan Rd. • Tel: 9200 33011 • Web: rowad-alkhaleej.edu.sa

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