Village Beat. A PUBLICATION OF VILLAGE MARKET - SHOP, EAT, LIVE - ISSUE 50

A PUBLICATION OF VILL AGE MARKET

SHOP I EAT I LIVE ISSUE 50

TECH ADVANTAGE

in THIS issue ISSUE 50

2 Editorial 4 Village Social 6 Village Scene

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ON SHARE OK O B FACE

Girlfriend's Confidential After 5 Talks Game Night Salsa Night

8 Recreation update 10 Village Cares

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I read everywhere

12 Jeans in bags out

A sustainability initiative

14 New Villager

Ella Anatomic Shoes

16 Village Planner 19 Tech Advantage

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Celebrating tech outlets

26 #VMFoodie

AFTA Eats

28 M.P. Shah Health Feature

How to read food labels

30 A-Z of Village Market

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UNBOXING IS ALL THE

therapy you need

After cat videos, the next best thing to watch on YouTube is unboxing videos. Unboxing, as Wikipedia will have you know, is the unpacking of products, especially high tech consumer products, where the process is captured on video and uploaded to the Internet. The item is then also explained in detail and can sometimes be demonstrated as well. This is a thing.

Lewis George Hilsenteger and his videographer Jack McCann have proved that unboxing is a thing. Their YouTube channel, Unbox Therapy, launched in 2010, has over 15 million subscribers and its videos have received over three billion views. Proving that unboxing is a thing and more so for techies.

Over the last few issues of the Village Beat, we have shone a spotlight on the food, fab and fun that is a significant part of Village Market. This issue is dedicated to the geeks, gamers and nerds who are always looking out for the latest gadgets and gizmos.

Retail and food therapy aside, try some tech related therapy.

We’ve got numerous outlets; well stocked with original merchandise, accessories and appliances – and they don’t put them in fancy boxes for nothing. Take your time to unbox your latest tech gadget and relish the feeling!

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GIRLFRIEND’S CONFIDENTIAL 27th July

Girlfriend’s Confidential is a forum that gives women an opportunity to have an open conversation about the issues that affect them and the ways that they can be empowered. The latest edition of the event was unlike any other. What is often a femaleonly affair, took a unique twist with an all-male panel, hosted by media personality Victoria Rubadiri.

Panelists included Marcus Olang', Mwenesi Musalia and Mugambi Nthiga who shared their views on relationships, marriage, careers and money. The two-hour session gave the all-female attendees a chance to pose questions to the panel. Look out for the next edition of the event scheduled for November.

AFTER 5 TALKS 8th August

Village Market now hosts a series of exciting workshops centred on various themes such as art, lifestyle, jewellery, technology, financial literacy and other engaging subjects.

These workshops are free of charge. The first such workshop was a Mosaic Art class held on 8th August at the Trademark Hotel from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm. It was moderated by Maryann Muthoni, a mosaic aficionado and all round art connoisseur. Attendees learnt how to turn broken porcelain, glass and tiles into masterpieces, introducing everyone to a whole new art experience and allowing them to express their creativity through their designs. Art lovers of every age, from toddlers to grandparents, all partook in the bonding exercise.

If you’d like to attend our next After 5 class, you can send your information to winnie@villagemarket-kenya.com or val@ villagemarket-kenya.com. See you at the next one!

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Village SCENE

SALSA NIGHT 26th July

Lights, camera, salsa! Village Market hosts the most epic salsa classes both for beginners and professionals. Our dance instructors start by demonstrating easy-to-do dance moves then the crowd joins in. A head bop here, a two-step there, fun and flare everywhere – and it absolutely free.

On 26th July, Salsa enthusiast flocked the Food Court to put their best foot forward. Someone even celebrated their 50th birthday at the event.

Join us at the next salsa and lose yourself to the rhythm of the beat.

GAME NIGHT 3rd August

Game Night on the 3rd of August featured a host of board games including Scrabble, Backgammon, Checkers, Monopoly, Connect Four and Chess. Friends and family bonded over a stack of Jenga blocks to see who could work the tower without toppling it over. Fun, food and music featured in the event and winners were awarded at the end of the evening. Game Night chess games are hosted by Terrian Chess Academy which is one of the few FIDE (World Chess Federation) endorsed academies in the world. Their mission is to identify and nurture talent. They train kids from the age of five years on how to approach life, holistically, using the game of chess. Look out for our next Game Night event to make your move. All ages are welcome.

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Recreation

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centre updates BOWLING LEAGUES

KIDS’ SUMMER CAMP

Game Night on the 3rd of August featured a host of board games including The second season of the most exciting bowling league in East and Central Africa finally came to a close. The entertaining final pitted Kingpin and Gutter Gang 2 in a tournament that was nothing short of exhilarating. The final capped of what has been an exciting season, which saw a number of teams knocked out of the league over the 8 weeks leading to the final. This season’s league was sponsored

by Left Foot Sports and featured a total of 16 teams. With the new season only a few weeks away, teams are already flexing their muscles for what can only be yet another exhilarating league. Come watch, join a league or form one!

Village Market Recreation Kids’ Summer Camp was a sure way to keep your kids preoccupied with fun-filled activities. The camp featured interactive and educational games, bowling classes, trampoline sessions, themed art and crafts workshops, as well as the Little Chef cooking classes.

Our energetic camp counsellors led the kids through various activities, helping them discover new talents and interests.

They also got to make new friends within a safe and nurturing environment.

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August 2019

VM BOWLING LEAGUE: Season two

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Village I READ EVERYWHERE

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nternational Literacy Day is marked every year on 8 September. It’s a day set aside to celebrate the gains made in improving world literacy rates and to reflect on the challenges of literacy all across the world.

Literacy is critical to the development of countries and the advancement of human life. Various stakeholders such as governments, NGOs and businesses have committed to promote universal access to quality education and lifelong learning opportunities through Sustainable Development Goal number four. The goal seeks to ensure that learners achieve literacy and numeracy skills in response to global challenges.

In line with the 2019 theme on literacy and multilingualism, Village Market continues to run its exciting campaign for young learners called ‘I Read Everywhere’. The initiative seeks to reward our little shoppers for doing one very important thing – reading! We aim to encourage kids to

read as many books as possible so they can build on their vocabulary and enhance their creativity.

This campaign is open to all schools and learners aged 5 to 18 years.

The steps are quite simple: 1. We give a free booklet to be filled in by a student.

2. Every time the student reads a book, their teacher will verify and stamp the booklet.

3. Once the booklet is filled, the student will submit it to their school then their school will submit it to us.

In return, we will award free passes to our exciting recreational facilities. The prizes get better with every book read! To top it all off, the school with the highest number of books read also gets a prize.

A number of learners have already completed their booklets and subsequently been rewarded.

We have partnered with various schools in this initiative including German School, Sabis International School, Castle Academy, Foresight Academy and International School of Kenya.

READING: Literacy is critical

We encourage as many schools and learners as possible to participate in the ‘I Read Everywhere’ initiative.

Additional reference: https://www.un.org/en/events/literacyday/

If you’d like your school to participate, contact val@ villagemarket-kenya.com or winnie@villagemarket-kenya.com

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JEANS IN

bags out

Jeans in BAGS OUT

A SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVE AGAINST PLASTIC POLLUTION

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eans remain one of the best inventions in the fashion world. They are functional, beautiful, durable and globally accepted. Yves Saint Laurent once expressed his admiration for this fashion item: "I wish I had invented blue jeans. They have expression, modesty, sex appeal, simplicity – all I hope for in my clothes.”

Thanks to the numerous and amazing attributes that jeans come with, they can be repurposed into various items. As a way to mark World Environment Day this year, Village Market brought back the ‘Jeans In Bags Out’ initiative, first launched in 2017 following a government ban on the use of plastic bags in the country.

The Jeans In Bags Out campaign encourages shoppers to bring their old jeans to the mall and have them repurposed into durable shopping bags for free. The campaign has run for three years now during July and offers shoppers an alternative long-term solution to plastic bags.

The aim of this initiative is to encourage people to upcycle their old jeans for the good of the environment. The amount of wear and tear that the bags can withstand is amazing. They can be washed with other laundry and they are also biodegradable.

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Village Market works with a group of tailors from Kibera who transform the jeans on site into fashionable multi-use bags. The tailors cut and sew each pair of jeans brought to the mall, and then add a strip of Ankara fabric as the piece de resistance, making the bags both fashionable

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and functional. This year, the JIBO campaign ran from 18 July to 4 August. Over 800 bags of varying sizes were made during this period. The bags look good on your car seat or slung over the shoulder on a day out.

With every pair of jeans converted into a bag, a landfill somewhere is deprived of waste – a win for the environment and a win for the proud bag owner! This is one of many conservation initiatives by Village Market.

Our planet is drowning in plastic pollution.

According to UN Environment, the same properties that make plastics so useful – their durability and resistance to degradation – also make them nearly impossible for nature to completely break down.

The UN reports that most plastic items never fully disappear; they just get smaller and smaller.

Farm animals and fish swallow many of these tiny plastic particles as they mistake them for food, and can thus find their way onto our dinner plates. They have also been found in a majority of the world’s tap water.

By clogging sewers and providing breeding grounds for mosquitoes and pests, plastic waste – especially plastic bags – can increase

the transmission of vector-borne diseases like malaria. This shows that plastic has a ripple effect that trickles down to our daily life and our health. UN Environment predicts that if current trends continue, our oceans could contain more plastic than fish by 2050.

Keep your old jeans ready and be on the lookout for the next round of the JIBO campaign. If you had your bag made by us, post your swanky new piece of denim on social media and use the hashtag #jeansinbagsout for the world to see!

UPCYCLING: Jeans into bags

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ELLA ANATOMIC SHOES Ella Anatomic Shoes is a retail outlet dedicated to helping women discover footwear that is not only fashionable but most importantly, designed for their physiological well-being. We spoke to the store's proprietor, Brian Biamah, on what makes this a unique shoe store.

What are anatomic shoes?

Anatomic shoes are comfortable shoes hand-crafted from soft leather by footwear experts. They are designed to conform to the shape of your feet, allowing them to sit naturally and snugly. The arch-support tucked beside the leather insoles holds your feet in a natural position giving you lasting support while walking or standing. Special latex-foam layers stacked on top of air soles ensure that no matter the terrain, any shock experienced while walking is effectively absorbed to minimise any fatigue and pain. We stock a variety of formal shoes, casual shoes and open shoes to suit women of all ages and lifestyles.

What’s inspired you to open this unique shoe store?

her to meet her Prince Charming. We pride ourselves in helping women discover footwear that doesn’t compromise on style or support, giving them the chance too, to live happily ever after.

While in Greece, my thoughts flashed back to conversations and interactions with other women in physiotherapy waiting rooms, offices and social gatherings, reminding me that there were more women out there who too would like Anatomic Shoes either for their beauty, comfort and support, or all the above! I therefore decided to take the risk to bring the shoes to the market, because I believe that everybody deserves to live their daily lives in comfort, confidence and cheerfulness.

Who is best suited to fit in Ella Anatomic Shoes?

Does the name of your outlet have some significance? If so, what does it mean?

After experiencing physical distress stemming from many years wearing heeled shoes and sitting long hours throughout my working career, I sought to find relief in weekly physiotherapy and massages. Though effective, the relief was always short-lived, leading to an unhealthy alternating cycle of stress and repose.

I knew I needed to find footwear that would provide comfort and absorb much of the impact that sent spiking pain up from the heels of my feet to the top of my spine.

In Greek mythology, the name Ella means ‘beautiful fairy maiden’. However, in popular culture, many may recognise the name from the children's story Cinderella, a captivating tale of a beautiful young girl living with her evil stepmother and two stepsisters, but whose life is transformed by a shoe made to fit a foot like no other.

I spent several months searching and trying various comfortable shoes until I finally came across what would be the silver bullet to my problem; Anatomic

Our brand draws reference from the sandals in this mythical tale, which were a perfect fit for Cinderella.

So much so that the conformity of her foot to it led

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Shoes. To my surprise, these were so comfortable that I was now able to walk longer distances and stand for extended periods of time. In addition to this, they looked great!

Our primary target is the woman who values the comfort of walking and standing as much as if not more than the aesthetic appearance of her shoes.

Above all, she holds her overall happiness and physical well being in high regard. She prides herself in feeling present and confident be it at the workplace or spending time out with family and friends. Our customer understands that through keeping her feet happy, she keeps her world happy. We also have plans in order to introduce men’s anatomic shoes to our collection, so that they too can experience the exceptional comfort.

What should first time customers expect when they visit your outlet?

We always ensure that we attend to every customer on a personal level, to understand his or her preferences, needs and experience. We like our customers to come in and feel warm and welcome in our space, where they can expect to find a variety of looks and styles of anatomic shoes. We value every customer interaction and are committed to nurturing lasting relationships as stewards for overall well being.

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PLANNER Shifting Panoramas

An art exhibition by Avni Shah Avni is a Kenyan artist who grew up in Thika and embarked on a career in art during the long holidays after completing O-levels. She worked for two years with her mentor Keith Harrington, a renowned fine artist at Studio Xenium in Nairobi. Her inspiration to paint old buildings, mosques, alleyways, waterfronts and ornate doors started during this time. She produced works for her first solo exhibition at Gallery Watatu in 1984 titled ‘Mombasa Old Town.’

Subsequently she went to India to study for two years at the famous J. J. School of Art in Mumbai, where she attained a Teachers Training Diploma in Art Education.

After returning from India she has done various solo exhibitions including ‘Opening Doors to Lamu’ at the New Stanley Hotel in 1989, ‘Expressions of the Kenyan Coast’ in Sundern Germany in 2001.This is where she met our then ambassador to Germany Mr Frost Josiah who, after seeing her works, had no doubts about how the Kenyan stand at the ITB Fair in Berlin should look like and asked her to showcase her works. This is where diversification to painting Kenyan highlights was born. Her works at the Kenyan stand at the

ITB Fair in 2002 included her painting titled ‘Unusual Friends’ depicting adoption of Baby Oryx by a lioness in Samburu National Park, which was presented to the Mayor of Berlin.

Another painting, ‘Wonder of the World’, hangs prominently at the Kenyan Embassy in Germany.

Another painting ‘At the Water’s Edge’ was presented to Honourable Charles Njonjo at the relaunch of the Yellow Pages directory.

The exhibition titled ‘Scenes of Kenya’ was held at the Voyager Resort Mombasa in December 2002. In this exhibition, along with other scenes of Kenya, she put up many paintings of Dhows, which was another tradition of the coast she wanted to capture.

Avni has been teaching art to students from the age of five to A-level at her home and has even organised an exhibition for her students at the Sarit Centre in 1995. She focuses on teaching the foundations or basics of art with her students so that they can eventually work on their own with the right tools for selfexpression.

She has worked with world-renowned architectural mosaic artist Jim Anderson on broken tile mosaics. In 2003 she prepared some mosaics that are displayed in the Mathare Mental Hospital. In 2005 she worked with Jim at the Addenbrooks Hospital in Cambridge where the mosaic was commissioned by one of the former British Ambassador to Kenya, Mr Edward Clay. The mosaics prepared by her in 2006 are displayed at the Kenyatta Hospital.

These mosaics create warm, positive and life affirming environments for the patients and their families.

Launching her career as a watercolour artist, Avni painted coastal

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scenes of Mombasa, Lamu, and Zanzibar.

Her style and subjects have evolved over the years and also has been experimenting with multiple mediums, techniques and textures.

She has found in painting knives an effective tool to create numerous effects. The edge of the knife can be used to create raised grass.

Scratching wet paint over dry paint allows you give an effect of peeling paint on old dhows and buildings. Corrugated roofing sheets can be effectively created using this tool.

In her current exhibition, Avni captures ‘Shifting Panoramas’. These are depictions of daily activities of people along the East African coast, which are no longer taken up by younger generation, who look for easier ways to make a living. We have some Kenyan tribes whose simple ways of life are shifting in face of modernisation. Their way of simple dressing or beautifying themselves are being replaced by modern attire and cosmetics.

The old buildings, doors and alleyways of the coastal towns are giving way to meet the needs of present day. You can see dhows, which for centuries ferried goods and people between Africa and Asia. To the list of what is shifting, Avni has added the world-renowned migration, wildlife and snow on Mount Kenya which Kenya is proud off, but which may become things of the past in the face of global warming and geopolitical battles with its neighbours.

Avni enjoys colours and this is projected clearly in her paintings. Also, her passion for details is evident in her work like the beads around the neck of the Samburu women, the studs on the coastal door or the luggage on the Dala-Dala.

Rather than abstract or impressionist, Avni is bringing figurative work back on to the scene.

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Awakenings

An art exhibition by Ashwin Patel Ashwin Patel is set to showcase his work at Village Market from the 9th to 15th of October 2019. VB had a chat with him about his work and the inspiration behind it.

Ashwin, tell us a little bit about yourself.

I was born in Nairobi and I’ve been living in Kenya for over 40 years now. I consider myself a pretty fun loving person who likes to hang out with my family and friends.

I enjoy spending time outdoors and experiencing this beautiful country. Over the past few years, I’ve reconnected with my love for creating. It started with my love for the environment and my plants. I started growing orchids and bonsais at home. The more time I spent nurturing these plants, the more I craved to create more.

When did the creative bug first bite you?

When I was younger I was quite artistic, but work took over and my creativity was put on hold. A few years ago, when my granddaughter was about to turn one, I wanted to do something different for her, give her something special, something that I hoped, whenever she looks at it, she’ll know that I am with her and a part of her life all the time. I’m proud to say that she’s the lucky owner of my very first art piece (after I started creating again).

Tell us about your craft I began doodling on anything I could find, whether it was the case of my eye glasses or the back of an envelope. My first pieces are black and white pen drawings on paper.

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I moved onto adding some pastel colours into my creations and eventually more vibrant colours. These pieces are done with colourful markers on paper. I then started experimenting with canvas and other materials, acrylic paints and more. I love the thrill of experimenting and trying new techniques and materials.

How do you feel when you are in your element?

Art for me is an emotion, a journey into the unknown and I know I have to map my own paths along the way. This re-awakening has allowed my emotions and soul to evolve.

Allowing myself into a fantasy world; one where, as I express myself, I begin to find the inner calm that I’ve always desired to have.

Awakenings is your first exhibition ever. How are you feeling about it?

There is a scary thrill of putting myself and the art pieces that I have created out into the world. As an artist, I want my pieces to speak to all people and be open to their individual understanding and interpretation. I would love for something in them to awaken, to find something that they have been searching for and find the courage to do something they have always wanted to do – to find peace, happiness and clarity from within.

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Vanishing Vistas

25th September – 8th October Rooftop Gallery

Junior Chess Championship OCT

28th September Food Court

The Village Market Junior Chess Championship is one of the most anticipated and exciting events of the year. The second edition of the championships will be held on 28th September at the Food Court. Last year, more that 400 students from various international, private and public schools took part in the event. The championships aim to promote chess as a sport among the younger generation.

In this exhibition, Avni captures “what is fast vanishing” – the daily activities of people along the East African coast which are no longer being taken up by the younger generation, who instead opt for easier ways to make a living. To the list of what is vanishing, Avni has added the world-renowned wildlife migration, endangered species and the snow on Mount Kenya that Kenya is proud off, but which may become a thing of the past in the face of global warming and geopolitical battles with its neighbours.

Rather than abstract or impressionist, Avni is bringing figurative work back on to the scene. Free entry!

Trevor Collections Pop-up Sale

22nd August – 2nd September Exhibition Hall, 2nd Level

Awakenings

Trevor Collections make a return with their pop-up sale offering shoes, bags, dresses and accessories for women. If you have been eyeing an item for some time, here’s your chance to add a new accessory to your wardrobe.

9th – 15th October Rooftop Gallery Ashwin Patel makes his debut art exhibition at Village Market with black and white drawings, as well as paintings featuring vibrant, pastel colours. He has been experimenting with canvas, acrylic paints and much more. Ashwin loves the thrill of experimenting and working with new techniques and materials. He hopes that something will awaken in everyone who sees his work; that they find something they have been searching for and find the courage to do something they have always wanted to do – to find peace, happiness and clarity from within.

Vanishing Wonders 3rd – 8th September Exhibition Hall, 2nd Level

Vanishing Wonders is an exhibition focusing on environmental conservation and recycling. The exhibition will feature Evans Ngure, Milena Wilket, Niketa and Usha Harish. Each of the artists uses different mediums and diverse styles on a theme of conservation. The result of their collaboration is absorbing, intriguing and unforgettable. Come and see what they have to show. Free entry!

Salsa Night

27th September Lower Food Court Every last Friday of the month, join our salsa party from 6.00pm to 9.30pm.

Enjoy great food, drinks and wholesome company! Dance your heart out to live music. Have two left feet? Not a problem.

Dance instructors are at hand to make sure you have your one-two-step in sync. See posters or visit our customer experience desk for more details. Free entry!

For bookings and inquiries email: damar@villagemarket-kenya.com or vanessa@villagemarket-kenya.com or call +254 (0)20 7122 488

Tech ADVANTAGE

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RECREATION

MOBILE KLINIK CENTRE Anthony T. Hincks predicts that human beings will soon get married to their mobile phone apps, if it hasn’t happened already. We are a generation addicted to our mobile devices. We feel incomplete without them, and just as well that there should be a wellness centre for the gadgets that are our other half.

Introducing the life-saving facility that is Mobile Klinik Centre.

Conveniently located at Village Market’s rooftop parking, Mobile Service Klinik is open every day of the week to repair your mobile device when it doesn’t work as it should. Whether your device screen is cracked or will just not respond to your prodding, you’re sure to get assistance here.

Every consultation starts with a

Available at Samsung are genuine accessories such as phone covers, protectors, chargers, power banks and earphones. Best of all is the wide range of Samsung tablets and mobile phones.

One of the new features of this experience store is the Pre-Order Service, which allows you to order for a Samsung product that’s not yet in stock. This puts you in the fast lane to getting your favourite

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diagnosis, which is carried out

by I.T. experts conversant with a number of brands in the market.

After the diagnosis, your device is fixed within record time, to ensure as minimal interruption to your regular life, as possible.

Have a new device and you can’t operate it? Have no fear. The Mobile Klinik experts are there to help you familiarise yourself with it. From laptops to cameras, tablets and mobile phones, there’s nothing too complicated for these tech whizzes.

First-time clients can expect professional and friendly support, accurate device diagnosis, quick action and honest feedback all from the tech doctors at Mobile Klinik Centre.

0722 784418 rose@tricom.co.ke

SAMSUNG The Samsung store at Village Market is well positioned to serve regular shoppers, tourists and visitors. It’s fully stocked with a variety of Samsung electronics, mobile devices and accessories. At the Samsung store, you can buy lots of products, get support and access various business solutions.

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Samsung product before everyone else can get their hands on it.

Visitors to the store can expect great customer service, a delightful ambience, view the latest products on display and get information on what is currently in the market and what is on offer.

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HOTPOINT APPLIANCES Hotpoint Appliances deals in the distributorship and re-sale of home appliances and home electronics in East Africa.

Hotpoint offers excellent customer service and personalised solutions to suit every customer’s needs, from utility to premium range products.

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The Click & Collect in-store option is secure and easy to use, making your appliance shopping convenient. For more information, visit www.hotpoint.co.ke

Hotpoint Appliances has partnered with a number of global brands such as Samsung, LG, Bosch, Kenwood and NutriBullet, among others.

Hotpoint also stocks items with their very own brand – Von. Enjoy free delivery and hassle-free installation of appliances.

Walk into any store for expert advice, product finance options and gift card services. What’s more, Hotpoint has a fully integrated online shopping platform.

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NIKON The Nikon Kenya shop is your source for all things image technology. Nikon Kenya is passionate about photography and dedicated to building the local Kenyan photography community. The Nikon store carries compact cameras, DSLR cameras and Nikon’s new line of mirrorless cameras, which represent an amazing leap forward in camera technology. The store also offers a vast range of NIKKOR lenses and camera accessories including tripods, memory cards and camera bags. Your purchase with Nikon goes beyond the camera or accessory you buy – you also get access to their warranty programme and Nikon School classes, where you can learn more about your new Nikon product and how to use it to capture stunning photos. For those who already have

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Nikon cameras and lenses, the store offers servicing by certified professionals. Visit Nikon Kenya to learn about photography and how Nikon can help you capture tomorrow!

NIKON KENYA: passionate about photography

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0711 533 816 / 0727 717 043 grace@dualpix.co.ke / kate@dualpix.co.ke

ZUKU Zuku Fiber, a subsidiary of Wananchi Group (K) Ltd, is a leading East African brand that provides quality home entertainment and communication services to residential and small office and home office (SOHO) business customers across East Africa. Zuku Fiber Triple Play offers three services for a single affordable payment: Unlimited High-Speed Internet – Zuku Fiber high-speed Internet enables video streaming, live video chatting, gaming and Internet based applications for you and your family.

Check out sites like Khan Academy www.khanacademy.org for some of the highest quality free online tuition for your children Digital Television – Zuku Fiber has over 138 digital television channels across a wide range of genres,

including local and international TV programming Zuku Fiber Home Telephone – Make free emergency calls to police stations, fire brigade and St. Johns Ambulance to cater for emergencies at home.

Zuku Fiber Home Telephone offers the lowest calling rates of only Ksh 1/= across ALL NETWORKS in Kenya. Visit the Zuku shop at Village Market.

Customers can contact Zuku fiber customer experience through our social pages: @Zuku_WeCare ZukuOfficial Customers can also reach our Zuku Fiber call center on 0205 205 205 or visit any one of our Zuku shops.

0710 888 888 shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke

TECHNOLOGY HOUSE Walk into Technology House with a tech-related issue and the first feeling you get is a sense of calm.

“We don’t complicate I.T.,” says proprietor Shrikesh Kanabar. Within five minutes, the savvy team over at Technology House will have a solution to your problem, and nothing is beyond their expertise. From laptops to printers, speaker to drones, there’s no device too big or small. This tech outfit serves walk-in clients and also makes house calls. In addition, Technology House offers I.T. support to corporates and embassies that require high-end peripherals and equipment, as well as regular repairs and maintenance.

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demeanour keeps customers coming back. They are always up to date with the latest technology and are all highly qualified. First time clients can expect to receive personalised solutions and professional support.

Take advantage of the outlets printing, photocopy and binding service, or purchase original products and accessories from renowned brands such as HP, Lenovo and Toshiba.

The team at Technology House are well known to loyal customers, having being at the outlet for more than 15 years. Their friendly, helpful

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RECREATION

0725 643143 0736 110786 sales@village@powerinnovationsltd.com

POWER INNOVATIONS We’ve all been there. After hours exhausted perfecting the ideal architectural design, the painful, backbreaking wrestle with new furniture, you step back and… something is terribly wrong.

However, fret no more! Here at Power Innovations, we have the undisclosed secret that can remedy this bewildering frustration. Let us begin by dispelling some tragic myths plaguing people today. The most important design feature when sculpting a striking home or office is not its beautiful, Italian leather seating.

Nor is it those hand woven linen curtains hanging elegantly across your perfectly shaped window panes. It’s not even those gorgeous Masai market African statues masterfully placed at your doorway.

The pinnacle of creating an outstanding space is…lighting.

Surprised? Hakuna matata – we’ve got you covered! The helpful, experienced staff at Power Innovations offer free consultations to guarantee that your vision becomes a reality. In addition, they gladly offer guidance on the latest lighting trends, patiently educating customers on options that are environmentally friendly and cost effective (hoorah!). Who knew that a strategically placed light fixture could triple the perceived size of a room? Or that a picture light could radically enhance the colours and beauty of a simple wall painting? Or that the distinguishing feature between a cool, focused atmosphere and a warm, cheerful one is the simple colour tone of a light bulb?

Indeed, with the latest repertoire of lighting products, ranging from bulbs, lamps, lampshades, chandeliers and lighting accessories for

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entire homes, restaurants and office blocks to elegant solar/electrical outdoor fixtures for those gorgeous outdoor ambiances – all your needs can be met at one destination. With the latest science revealing the profound impact lighting has upon our health, we understand the complexity of the lighting industry; to ensure we maximise the benefits for our clientele, we update our stocks every few months, ensuring the latest trends – health, environmental and aesthetic – are perfectly catered for.

At Power Innovations, our aim is to make your life as easy as possible; thus, for every purchase from our store, it is our pleasure to offer free wiring and installation services.

Furthermore, our range of traditional lighting products has now been amplified to include hardware, plumbing and electrical accessories; if Nairobi has been in need of a DIY store, Power Innovations has risen to the challenge!

Our revolutionary hardware section is a DIYer’s dream; handy drills, hammers, paint brushes, nails, screws, spanners and unique tools from the UK and Italy line our shelves – and that’s just to name a few! In addition, our skilled electricians are happy to fix those irksome house appliances that have their ‘moods’; bring over that toaster, iron box, kettle or extension cable and have us take a look at it before you decide to buy another one.

For anyone and everyone, the staff at Village Market are delighted to be of service. We look forward to seeing you!

#vm FOODIE

AFTA

eats

ELEVATING THE COMMON DESSERT

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lmost every meal is incomplete without a good dessert, but not all desserts are good for you.

Which is why AFTA EATS are set to elevate the common desert into a healthier, tastier and all together better experience for everyone to enjoy. We spoke to these dessert specialists on what it takes to achieve a sweet course.

What is your outlet all about? Kindly give a brief description of your menu and service?

AFTA EATS was born out of a need to revolutionise the cafe culture. We wanted to offer food that is free from artificial ingredients, additives and preservatives. Treats that cater to a large number of dietary requirements and that taste much better than anything our customers have tasted before.

What inspired you to establish a business that offers this menu and unique service?

Three of us came together as friends who were all on a transformative journey to lead healthier lifestyles. We found it very difficult to get healthy food on the go, and almost impossible when it came to desserts and treats. We decided to explore the current dessert scene, travelling the globe in search of the best natural sweeteners and sugar alternatives. From our travel and experiences, we developed a guilt-free indulgence ethos which shapes everything we do today.

Does the name of your outlet have a significance? If so, what does it mean?

AFTA EATS is a play on the British pronunciation of the word After, which we used to highlight the roots of the brand coming out of London. As the name suggests, we wanted customers to make a clear distinction of our outlets as playful, chilled-out cafes, rather than formal restaurants.

Who are you targeting with this unique concept?

Everyone is welcome at AFTA EATS. We aim to make our establishments as welcoming and accommodating to all people

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from all walks of life. If you’re looking for fantastic treats in a friendly environment, you’re our target market.

Why did you choose Village Market as the ideal location for your outlet?

We were looking for a destination to launch our flagship store in Africa. Village Market has a great history and is the number one destination for quality products and retailers alike. It was only right that we collaborate with Village Market and their fantastic management team to create a buzz around our first African outlet.

What should first time customers expect when they visit your outlet?

First timers are in for fantastic hospitality from a warm and friendly team, followed by tasty healthy products all in a charming atmosphere. Our staff is highly trained to guide you through any dietary questions and recommends the right option to suit your needs. So whether it’s a low sugar option, or a full blown indulgent one, our team are ready to guide you to your ideal choice.

MP SHAH

health article

HOW TO READ

food labels

BETTY OKERE-ODHIAMBO, RD, CDE, MPH

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ood comes in all forms, each one offering various nutritional needs to the body. Different foods can affect us in various ways. Some people suffer allergies from consuming certain foods others suffer abdominal discomfort of varying degrees. In the case of diabetes, certain foods can affect blood glucose. Unless this is explored in totality, it can actually hamper the management of diabetes thus causing frustration to the patient, their guardians and health care providers.

Have you ever considered that carbohydrates may lie hidden in so called super foods? Learning how to read and interpret food labels could just be the answer to many of the woes of diabetic patients out

there and help them better manage their condition.

A food label is a panel found on the package of most food products packaged for sale. They usually contain information on the nutritional value and content of the food product in question.

For diabetics especially, correct information on the sugar and carbohydrate content in food may be of great use as it helps the patient understand and make a decision on whether or not they should consume that food item.

Remember the food item may be labeled as containing zero sugars or no sweeteners, yet contain a high amount of carbohydrates which will still cause blood sugar rise in the body.

HOW TO READ FOOD LABELS • Serving size: This should be compared to the actual amount of the food consumed to determine the amount of nutrients consumed. For example, if a packet of Greek yoghurt indicates that the nutrition information is per 100g serving size, then consuming a 200g of that yoghurt would mean consuming double the amount of nutrients listed.

• Calories: This usually helps one understand the amount of energy that will be consumed from eating the food in question in relation to the serving size and the actual amounts consumed • Percentage Daily Values: This is usually abbreviated as DV. This gives an indication in percentage of how much in terms of quantity a person consumes from a particular product in relation to the amounts of that nutrient required for proper functioning of the body • Nutrients required in large amounts: This may include fiber and other micronutrients and minerals of great importance • Nutrients required in less amounts: This may include saturated fats and sugars which may be counter interactive in trying to manage health conditions.

NB: Beware of nutritional claims written in bold or in unique fonts. They are often aimed at marketing the product and will likely distract the consumer from finding out the actual content of the food product.

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For further consultation, visit: M.P Shah Hospital Village Medical Centre Village Market Tel:020 4291 000/ 0728 900 800/ 0736 900 800 Email: vmcc@mpshahhosp.org

A-Z

Alexandre Chocolatier

of

0796 433 041 contacts@alexandre.co.ke

VILLAGE MARKET list of outlets

FASHION AND ACCESSORIES 100 Years

0710 659 837 michelle.johnsson@gmail.com

Accessorize With Style 0771 628 568 village@accessorize.co.ke

Adele Dejak

0705 999 213/0721 566 685 sales@adeledejak.com

Adidas

0714 201 142/0732 201 140 villagenbhd@nairobisportshouse.com

At Hanifa by Hanifa

0790 562 392 athanifabyhanifa@gmail.com

Bartons

0714 935 370 kinuthiam@gmail.com

Elias Jewellers

Nairobi Sports House

Ella Anatomic

Oda Omo

0722 412 107 info@eliasjewellers.com 0700 915 000

Erita Jewel

0722 793067 eritajewel@gmail.com

Fabric Gallery

0720 390 123 info@fabricgallery.co.ke

Fiona Kay

0715 282 928 info@fionakaybrand.com

Foschini

0777 753 003/009 foschini.co.za

Invu

0739 657 157 sales@optisource.co.ke

Canali at Rodeo Drive 0721 256 777 mtm@italianmenswear.co.ke

Celio*

0707 861 728 info@jooandco.co.ke

Kazuri Beads 020 7120 847 info@kazuri.co.ke

Kikoy

Clarks

Coco Chic

0796 211 922 madeinafrica2003@gmail.com

Cocolili

0796 962 625 info@cocoliliafrica.com

Designing African Collective

0725 647 043/0792 944 045 retail@designingafricacollective.com

El Baul

0728 232 998 elbaulkenya@gmail.com

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0701 070 295 nairobi@patrickmavros.com

Pop-Up Shop 1 Rose Jewellery

0750 404595 rosejewkenya@gmail.com

Brown's Food Co.

0724 925 754 villagemarket@brownsfoodco.com

CJ's

0796 000 090/0799 000 090 cjs.vm@cjs.co.ke

Crackerjack Cafe 0722 749 950

East

KSHMR by Kuoni Made in Africa Markham 0777 153 005 0207 120 122

Mille Collines

0714 301 439 mille.collines.ruanda@gmail.com

Mocca

020 7120 090

Moksh

0786 485 688

0704 164 755 salessupport@sandstormkenya.com 0798 192 924 marketing@salute.co.ke/ emily@salute.co.ke 0728 206 134 skcollectionshop@gmail.com

Sterns

0777 715 300 0777 153 008

Trevor Collection

0746 619 232/0720 202 259 rosegathoni@yahoo.com

Vivo Activewear

0746 619 337 annemuthoni@vivoactivewear.com

Woolworths

0719 615 136 storeadministratorvillagemarket2 @woolworths.co.za

Zinj Design

0799 202 020 onlinesales@zinjdesign.com

Pomodoro 0715 277 522 pomodoroservice@gmail.com

Prime Cuts – Butchery 0708 555 444 butchery@primecuts.co.ke

Prime Cuts – Deli 0708 555 444

Rocomamas

Enoteca

Santorini

0723 650 909 nebiat@enoteca.agency

Han-Ji's Corner

0723 997 631 jianpinglei037@gmail.com

Harvest Restaurant 0730 886 000

0732 186 000 jiko@tribehotel-kenya.com

0724 918 158 santorinigreekdeli@gmail.com

Sina Shaka Tap Room 0723 208 452 momurigi@gmail.com

Sofra 0790 579 997 darlyn@mbaya.co.ke

Souk

0746 619 463 info@karel.co.ke

0791 696 715/0799 999 099 assso@souk-kenya.co.ke

Keventers

Spring Valley Coffee

0726 254 254 info@keventers.co.ke

KFC

0702 960 834 kfcvillage@kfk.co.ke

Khazana Restaurant 0727 329 937 sonalbobby@yahoo.com

Maru Bhajias

0708 709 709 coffee@springvalleycoffee.com

Sweet Street 0702 899 899/0782 899 899 info@sweetstreet.co.ke

Taco 0724 924 974

0719 343 344

Taste of Africa

Mi Lola Tapas Winebar

0729 501 650 jessegns2@yahoo.com

0793 894 411 milolaafrica@gmail.com

Mugg & Bean

0732 010 203 info@muggandbeanvm.com

Nyama Mama

0703 567 567 village@nyamamama.com

Off the Rocks

Afta Eats

Osteria

0705 740 461 team@aftaeats.com

0716 915 251/0711 893 141 pochaeastafrica@gmail.com

0743 162 600 lafritopia@gmail.com

FOOD AND RESTAURANTS Activation Kitchen

0705 454 545 village@liberty-eagle.com

0700 248 780 rorovillagemarket@gmail.com

SK Collection

0734 699 469 elena@kashmrbykuoni.com

0737 885 954

Patrick Mavros

0799 871 819/0799 871 818 villagemarket@bbrood.com

Joo & Co

City Walk

0768 792 022 clarks-vm@outlook.com

0739 657 157 sales@opticasource.co.ke

BBrood

Karel T-Lounge

0710 320 528 tess@kikoy.com

0731 006 192 villagemarket@citywalk.co.ke

Opt Source

Pocha 254

0712 143 839 village@artcaffe.co.ke

Sensations

Bossini

0722 340 523

0770 300 400 victor@one-way.cc

Artcaffe

JIT Gems

0722 964 506 nddf@wananchi.com

Bottego Zoro

One Way

Pizza Hut

0713 093 663/0714 704 070 mary@anisespices.co.ke

Jiko – Tribe Hotel

Jennyfer*

0719 614 691 bossinivillage@deacons.co.ke

0714 235 863 enquiries@odaomo.com

0730 886 000

Anise

Sandstorm

Bata

0724 627 705 bata.village@bata.com

0738 205 315 village@nairobisportshouse.com

Pasta Republic

0724 924 974

Orchid

0701 319 140/0733 333 433 majidjerdi@yahoo.com 0728 680 035 osteriagigiri@yahoo.com

Tastigo 0745 719 988 info@pizzacorner.co.ke

Thai Village 0712 848 770 sonalbobby@yahoo.com

The Chocolate Bar 0792 941 826 info@absolutechocolate.co.ke

The Local Grill 0722 576 301/0746 860 650 reservations@thelocalgrill.co.ke

A-Z of VILLAGE MARKET Tiramisu

M.A.C

Village Cellar

Madora

0702 993 254 info@tiramisubakery.co.ke 0729 221 100 vm@village-supermarket.com

Zeytoon

0733 940 522/0733 333 433

Zucchini Ice-cream and Juice Bar 0724 333 446 info@zucchini.co.ke

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION CENTRE (FERC) Bowling

020 7122 477/476

O-Zone Trampoline Park 020 7123 141

Under The Sea

fun@villagemarket-kenya.com

VR Gaming

HEALTH AND BEAUTY Beauty Point

0700 514 245 beautyshackkenya@gmail.com

Belladona Pharmacy

0715 945 228/0738 996 104 pharmacy@belladonnahealthcare.com

Blossom Aesthetics Ltd 0715 176 077 info@blossom-aesthetics.com

Dream Nails

0728 610 475 dreamnails@swiftkenya.com

Elixir Health

0735 174 687 elixirhealthkenya@gmail.com

Goodlife Pharmacy

0798 190 601 villagemarket@goodlife.africa.com

Grassroots 020 7122 084

Haute Perfumerie

0705 226 624 delornemalia@gmail.com

Healthy U

0704 036 072 mac.vm@lintonsbeauty.com 0741 896 314 villagemarket@madora.co.ke

M.P. Shah Hospital

Sunny Daze

Kingsway Tyres Limited

VFS International (K) Ltd

Lorenzo Professional Dry Cleaners

0718 040 847 sunnyforexbureau@gmail.com sunnyforexbureau@yahoo.com 0721 372 967

Village Medical Centre 020 4291 000/0728 900 800/ 0736 900 800 vmcc@mpshahhosp.org

ESSENTIALS AND OTHER SERVICES

Optica Limited

0729 221 100 vm@village-supermarket.com

0742 969 508 village@optica.co.ke

Refinery

0741 151 000 info@refinerygrooming.com

Salon Malibu

Village Supermarket AA Kenya

0709 333 002 aavillage@aakenya.co.ke

Airtel Store

0733 624 552/0725 504 190

0786 696 969 carolyne.mbatha1@ke.airtel.com

Salon Natalie

All Times News Stand

Village Dental Clinic

Between The Lines

0717 543 416

0733 835 081/0722 154 903/ 020 7122 460/020 7124 025 villagedental2015@gmail.com

Yves Rocher

0702 343 434 info@yrkenya.com

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

0721 888 222/0717 866 009

0708 098 188 yasmin@westlandssundries.com

Blue Lily Flower Shop 0722 320 771 nanitecle@yahoo.com

Bobby Pall Photography

0721 462 302 bobbypallphotography@gmail.com

Carrefour Market

Barclays Prestige Centre

Chapa Copy

CBA Bank

Credible Sounds

0723 786 629 florence.kithinji@barclays.com

0711 056 444 danson.githae@cbagroup.com

CBA Bank ATM Co-op Bank ATM Diamond Trust Bank 0711 300 003 kwanjohi@dtbafrica.com jmandela@dtbafrica.com

Equity Bank ATM FAPCL

0700 866 089 villagemarket@chapacopy.com 0741 411 963 credible@ crediblesoundsvillagemarket.com

Densey Travel

info@denseytravel.com 0721 332 113

DHL

0711 017 133 gladys.mwangi@dhl.com

Greenit Decors

0796 035 000 info@greenitdecors.co.ke7

KCB Bank

Hotpoint

KCB Bank ATM

I.A Security Services

020 7122 003 retail-vmarket@kcb.co.ke

Mpesa Shop

020 369 9800 vmretail@hotpoint.co.ke 0720 650 488 info@iasecurityservices.com

NIC Bank

Ignite Gym

0739 657 157 sales@optisource.co.ke

SBM Bank ATM

JIT Group Offices

Jaff's Optical

0703 074 590 village market@sbmbank.co.ke

0707 367 666 villagemarket@healthy-u2000.com

Invu

0733 707 362/0720 416 242 jaffsvillage@gmail.com

Lintons Beauty World 0716 825 042 village@lintonsbeauty.com

0711 041 870 okulj@nicgroup.com

SBM Bank

Stanbic ATM Standard Chartered Bank ATM

0743 618 729 info.ke@ignitefitness.com 020 7125 680

KAPS

0756 072 588

Kenya Valuers Estate Agent 0722 206 536/517 www.kv.kenyavaluers.com

0733 699 514 village@kingswaytyres.com ahmed.siddik@kingswaytyres.com

0708 690 598 galicelorenzo@gmail.com

Wynton House of Music 0713 908 411 info@wyntonmusic.com

Zucchini Greengroceries 0726 333 446 info@zucchini.co.ke

Zuku

MAC Instore

0711 533 816 / 0727 717 043 grace@dualpix.co.ke kate@dualpix.co.ke

Miniso

ARTS, CRAFTS AND GIFTS

0702 600 442 info@macinstore.com 0711 623 336 mishelleonyango2017@gmail.com

Mobile Klinik Centre

Anselm Kitengela Hot Glass

Nikon

Artz Gallery

0725 574 703 mobileklinikltd@gmail.com 0727 788 766 sales@isl.co.ke

Phoenix Safaris

0733 974 754 tours@phoenix-safaris.de

0722 523 284 villagemarket@kitengela.com 0733 423 640 artzzs52@gmail.com

Blue Rhino

0723 559 454 info@bluerhinoafrica.com

Post Office

Kalabash

Power Innovations Ltd

Rupa's Gift Centre

0735 764 673 pmrvillagemarket@posta 0725 643 143/0736 110 786 salesvillage@powerinnovationsltd. com

Safaricom Service Centre 0722 002 374 villagemarket@safaricom.co.ke

Safe Box

0723 500 500 info@safebox.co.ke

Samsung

0722 784 418 rose@tricom.co.ke

Shifaz Veterinary Clinic

0725 711 896/0722 511 761 dr.zulfikar_moshinali@yahoo.com

Techmart

0721 632 060 kiprono.woods@gmail.com

Technology House

0710 888 888 shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke

Telkom Kenya

020 4952 916 vmwambaire@telkom.co.ke

Text Book Centre 0743 795 301 janekimaru@tbc.co.ke

Tintoria Dry Cleaners

0729 329 404 operationsmanager@tintoria.co.ke

Versatile Photographers

0724 372 111 kalabash@gmail.com

0731 737 756 villagemarket@rupasgiftcentre.co.ke

Toy World

0770 057 382/0782 376 161 toyshouse@africaonline.co.ke

FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS Aryana Carpet

0707 652 545 amir-p-hashemi@yahoo.com

Handcraft Centre 0722 937 327

Hi-Kitchen

info@hikitchen.co.ke

Kashmir Arts

0732 402 647 kashmirarts@yahoo.com

Nobri

0702 630 650 info@nobrihome.com

Past and Present

0733 608 330 alfonsopiedade@gmail.com

Persian Bazaar Pinkopallino Gallery

0722 733 658 pinkopallino.kenya@gmail.com

Pop-Up Shop 2 Rupa's Gift Centre Ltd

0722 619 535 village@versatilephotographers.com

info@rupasgiftcentre.co.ke

Village Photoshop

0706 701 858 mail@dharamshi.com

0705 813 913 info@villagephotoshop.co.ke

Village Service Centre 0723 639 798 owinojoshua@yahoo.com odhimos254@gmail.com

Rus Interiors Slumberland

0740 944 377 villagemarket@slumberland.co.ke

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