Village Beat Magazine. June-July 2012

YOUR COMPLIMENTARY COPY June - July 2012

Students’ poster design competition

Young artists help combat drug abuse

The magic of Malaysia

Prize winner’s dream holiday

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VillageBeat

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Jambo!

Tales of hope, joy and achievement

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Village News

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Off the Shelf

For Seasons: Blockbusters on DVD Reel News: A look at the latest releases Book Worm: A quick look at the latest bestsellers

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Five minutes with...

Shrikesh Kanabar, Technology House LTD

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Profiler

Thomas Mule, the man who takes the hassle out of customer parking

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Village Diary

Upcoming events

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Well Being

Alternatives to sugar

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Students’ Poster Design Competition

Young artists help combat drug abuse

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Ana Siongok

My trip to Malaysia, thanks to The Village Market

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Culture

The Inter-stone Exhibition

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Savour

Osteria Gigiri: A Taste of Italy

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Gadgets

Take a peek – and take a pic

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Escape

Rustic gem is an ideal holiday home

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Still Here

Anselm’s Kitengela Hot Glass Studios

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Easter Delight

Bonus Card Easter Delight Rewards 2012

Tel: +254 (20) 374 1934 • Email: publishing@landmarine.com www.landmarine.com

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Pictorial

The opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the editor, or any other organisation associated with this publication.

No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions.

Village Scene

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Essential Contacts & Information

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WELCOME

Jambo!

Tales of hope, joy and achievement

N

ever has there been a more inspiring

Peter Oendo’s recent Inter-stone Exhibition

issue of the Village Beat. Every story

at The Village Market. Still Here is none other

speaks of hope, celebration, joy and

than Kitengela Hot Glass. Read all about this

achievement.

establishment and the reason behind its success.

Keep up to date with forthcoming events in

We begin with the Village News section where we

Village Diary and see some familiar faces in the

tell you about The Village Market’s support for this

Village Scene.

year’s Rhino Charge Challenge. Spend five minutes with Shrikesh Kanabar, proprietor of Technology

Having read Village Beat, why not write and tell us

House (K) Ltd and a few more with Thomas Mule

what you think? We would certainly like to hear

of the Management’s Parking Department. We

from you.

also bring you the story of Ana Siongok, the first prize winner in our festive promotion. Ana finally took that all-expenses-paid trip for two to

Enjoy!

Malaysia and tells us all about it.

But the most inspiring of stories has to be the ‘Drug Free Teens’ event. This initiative was launched to explore children’s creative ability and their important role in educating their peers on the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.

Ann Gitari Press Liaison Officer

In the Savour section, we profile Osteria Gigiri.

The Village Market

The Culture segment focuses on sculptor

Email: ann@villagemarket-kenya.com

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NEWS

VillageNews Ben 10 and Happy Feet Easter weekend was one to remember as children at The Village Market got a chance to play with their favourite cartoon characters, Ben 10 and Happy Feet. The mascots spread cheer throughout the complex and even posed for photographs with the youngsters. Before they could access the complex, the cartoon characters knew full well they had to go through a thorough search at the security points.

Parents were able to join in the fun, too, as they took photos with the mascots and even received some chocolate goodies.

Tamambo changes name Tamambo has changed its name to the Tamambo Bar & Grill following a major renovation. Open from 11 am for lunch and dinner, the restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere in a key location on the top floor of The Village Market. It offers a selection of good-tasting meals, snacks, cocktails and beverages. The outdoor terrace has a distinctive, allweather, al fresco style, while the indoor cocktail lounge is more intimate with a cosy ambience. Tamambo Bar & Grill is a popular meeting place, with background music setting a pleasant mood. There are regular live performances on weekend evenings, drawing an appreciative crowd.

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NEWS

Supporting the Rhino Charge 2012 The Village Market has donated KES 30,000 to the Rhino Ark Charitable Trust by sponsoring team Ne-faru, which will be taking part in this year’s Rhino Charge event. The team consists of Karim Fazal, Jens Hartmann, Samuel Ndivo, Amaan-Ali Fazal, Thomas Iten and Mark Somen.

Ne-faru came an impressive eighth out 65 contenders last year and hopes to finish in the top five this time.

Rhino Charge is an annual off-road motor sport competition that has been held in Kenya since 1989. This event requires courage and a high level of skill in offroad driving and navigation. Organised by the Rhino Ark Charitable Trust, the event is held to raise funds for the conservation of Kenya’s Aberdare ecosystem.

In 2010 The Village Market sponsored car No 21 driven

by Jonathan Somen and navigated by Derek Steel. Car No 21 raised KES 1.3 million, making it the 11th-highest fundraiser. In total, the event raised KES 72 million, with all proceeds going to the Rhino Ark Charitable Trust. This enabled the trust to achieve one of its key objectives, to complete the fencing of Aberdare National Park and the surrounding indigenous forest land, a total area of 2,000 sq km. This area is now described as the Aberdare Conservation Area (ACA).

Following this achievement, Rhino Ark announced its formal commitment to support the conservation of other critical ecosystems, starting with the Mau Forest, Mount Eburu and Mount Kenya. Funds raised by the Rhino Charge will now also play an important role in this.

The Village Market’s Marketing Manager Dominic Mbugua (L) presents a cheque to Mark Somen of team Ne-faru that will be competing in this year’s Rhino Charge event.

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NEWS

VillageNews Tribal Chic 2012 For the fourth year running, the Tribal Chic annual fashion show was held on 5 May at the Tribe Hotel.

The glamorous event showcased an impressive line-up of new and established talent from Kenya’s fashion industry, including Adèle Dejak, La Lesso, Katungulu Mwendwa, Aryam Designs, Kondakis, Modahnik and Bella Matata. The MCs for the evening, Fareed Khimani and Joy Mboya, set a lively mood for the full-house, glitzy event. A special feature of this year’s Tribal Chic was the partnership with GenArt, a United States-based national art and entertainment company. It was a special Tribal Chic this year, partnering with US based national art and entertainment company GenArt. GenArt CEO, Marc Lotenberg was there accompanied by director, Martine Bury and the company’s Owner and Founder, Eric Crown.

For over 15 years, GenArt has discovered and showcased emerging and established talent in fashion, film, art and music, helping launch the careers of artists like Zac Posen, Rodarte, Phillip Lim, Rebecca Taylor, Vena Cava, Eugina Kim, Adrien Brody, Rooney Mara, Jennifer Lawrence, MGMT and Jason Reitman.

GenArt also works to align brand partners to support and create partnerships that benefit such emerging talent. The company recently announced an international expansion in the form of GenArt Global, which aims to nurture talent from all over the world. Its first initiative is the partnership with Tribe Hotel, after discovering that Tribe shares its mission. Accompanying GenArt to Tribal Chic 2012 were several US media representatives, potential design and distribution partners, and celebrities Emmanuelle Chriqui and Noa Tishby.

As part of the partnership with Tribe, GenArt will showcase one of the designers from this year’s Tribal Chic at the Fall Fresh Faces Fashion Show in New York. Fresh Faces provides a platform for designers to gain experience at one of the world’s most famous fashion weeks. This partnership will be the first of many events, showcasing artists all over the world

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OFF THE SHELF

reel News A look at the latest releases

SNoW White & the huNtSMAN

Starring: kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth, Charlize Theron Directed by: rupert Sanders Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama Studio: roth Films, universal Pictures Showing: June 2012

Snow White is the only person in the land fairer than the evil queen. Unable to tolerate the insult to her vanity, the evil queen decides that Snow White must die. The queen sends a huntsman to kill Snow White. The huntsman finds himself unable to murder the innocent young woman, however, and instead ends up training her to become a warrior capable of threatening the queen’s reign.

the AMAZiNG SPiDer-MAN

Starring: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, rhys Ifans Directed by: marc Webb Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Thriller Studio: Columbia Pictures Showing: July 2012

Peter Parker finds a clue that might help him understand why his parents disappeared when he was young. His path puts him on a collision course with Dr Curt Connors, his father’s former partner.

As Spider-Man is set on a collision course with Connors’ alter ego, The Lizard, Peter will make life-altering choices to use his powers and shape his destiny to become a hero.

INFORMATION

WATCH THESE mOVIES AT: Starflix Cinemas, The Village Market Level 3, Opposite Superbowl Tel: +254 720 279030

MADAGASCAr 3: euroPe’S MoSt WANteD

Starring: Ben Stiller, Jada Pinkett Smith, Chris rock Directed by: Eric Darnell, Tom mcGrath Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Studio: Dreamworks Animation Showing: June 2012

Alex, Marty, Gloria and Melman are still trying to get back to the Big Apple and their beloved Central Park Zoo, but first they need to find the penguins. They travel to Monte Carlo, where they attract the attention of Animal Control after gatecrashing a party and are joined by the penguins, King Julian and Co, the monkeys and a new arrival, a performing llama. How do a lion, zebra, hippo, giraffe, four penguins, two monkeys, three lemurs and a llama travel through Europe without attracting attention? They join a travelling circus.

thiNK LiKe A MAN

Starring: Chris Brown, Gabrielle union, kevin Hart Directed by: Tim Story Genre: Comedy Studio: Screen Gems, rainforest Films Showing: June 2012

Four women have given up on getting their men to do what they want – until they find a ‘how to’ book written by Steve Harvey.

They start using his advice about relationships and their men start falling in line. Then the men discover what the women have been doing, and the war is on.

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OFF THE SHELF

book Worm A quick look at the latest bestsellers

ruNNiNG With the KeNYANS Author: Adharanand Finn

the SeAMStreSS

Price: kES 1,650 After years of watching Kenyan athletes win in the world’s biggest long-distance races, from the Olympics to big city marathons, Runner’s World contributor Adharanand Finn set out to discover just what it was that made them so fast – and to see if he could keep up. Packing his family (and his running kit), he moved from Devon to the small town of Iten, in Kenya, home to hundreds of the country’s best athletes and arguably the running capital of the world. Once there he laced up his shoes and ventured out onto the dirt tracks, running side by side with Olympic champions, young hopefuls and barefoot schoolchildren. He ate their food, slept in their training camps, interviewed their coaches, and woke up at 5 am to do hill workouts. And at the end of it all, there was his dream, to join the best of the Kenyan athletes in his first marathon, an epic race through lion country across the Kenyan plains.

Author: maria Duenas Price: kES 1,560 Aged 12, Sira Quiroga sweeps the floors of the atelier where her single mother works as a dressmaker. As she grows up, she masters the seamstress’s art and her life seems to be clearly mapped out until she falls passionately in love. Sira abandons her life in Madrid to run away to Morocco with her seductive lover. In a sweeping epic set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War and the feverish atmosphere of Madrid during the Second World War, Maria Duenas reminds us how it feels to be swept away by a masterful storyteller.

LeArNiNG FroM NAirobi MobiLitY Author: Cultural library

Author: Abdul Sheriff Price: kES 2,755 The wooden dhow, with its characteristic lateen sail, is an appropriate icon of the Indian Ocean, which in the words of Micheal Mollat was “a zone of encounters and contacts, crossed in all directions by the axes of circulation, centre for all types of exchanges and sensitive to the most diverse and distant influences … a privileged crossroads of culture.” It was an arena for dialogue between civilizations for several millennia before the European intervention in the 16th century. This sweeping and vividly written popular history of the dhow cultures contains dozens of colour illustrations and many maps and is set to become the benchmark history of the early Indian Ocean.

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Price: kES 1,350 Nairobi, being an African metropolis and one of the fastest growing cities in the world, has to deal with many questions concerning mobility that are of great relevance, not only for architects and urban planners, but also for designers. From the transport of goods to the use of mobile phones as cash machines; from home-made wheelchairs to an underground railway system planned for 2030; and from mobile workers to traffic in Nairobi, the issue of mobility is central to everyday life in Kenya.

BOOkS AVAIlABlE AT: I N F O R M AT I O N

DhoW CuLtureS oF the iNDiAN oCeAN

Westlands Sundries Level 1, Opposite Steers Tel: +254 20 7122437 Email: wsundries@nbi.ispkenya.com

OFF THE SHELF

For Seasons Blockbusters on DVD

boStoN LeGAL Starring: James Spader, William Shatner, Candice Bergen Creator: David E. kelly

MiLLeNNiuM Starring: lance Henriksen, Terry O’Quinn, Peter Watts Creator: Chris Carter Genre: Horror, Thriller, Supernatural Drama

The series follows the investigations of ex-FBI agent Frank Black (Lance Henriksen), a law enforcement consultant with the ability to see inside the mind of serial killers and murderers, though he adamantly proclaims he is not psychic. Black works for the mysterious Millennium Group, whose power and sinister agenda are increasingly explored throughout the series.

Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Ethically challenged attorney Alan Shore, formerly of Young, Frutt & Berluti, settles in at a wealthy and powerful firm focusing on civil cases. With some help from his friend and mentor, veteran attorney Denny Crane, Shore quickly makes his mark winning cases no-one would take, often using less than honest methods.

In doing so, he develops a rival in his colleague, Brad Chase, who has been assigned to the office partly to keep an eye on the increasingly eccentric (and possibly senile) Denny Crane.

WeeDS Starring: mary-louise Parker, Elizabeth Perkins, Tonye Patano Creator: Jenji kohan

Starring: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, michaela Conlin Creator: Chris Carter Genre: Crime, Drama, mystery

Brilliant, but socially inept, forensic anthropologist Dr Temperence Brennan works at the Jeffersonian Institute in Washington DC. After consulting for him on an FBI case, she is approached by cocky yet charming ex-Army Ranger turned Special Agent Seeley Booth to help the Bureau solve crimes by identifying human remains that are too far gone for standard FBI forensic investigations. As their case load increases, the symbiotic partnership produces results and, with the support of Brennan’s Squint Squad, murderers, past and present, should be on the look-out.

*KES 2,500 registration fee and KES 200 per DVD borrowed. First four rentals free with new membership sign-up. Home delivery and pick-up also available.

Genre: Satire, Dark Comedy

Nancy Botwin is a single mother who lives in Agrestic – a fictional suburb of Los Angeles – with her two children Silas, aged 15, and Shane, 10. The untimely death of Judah leads to Nancy selling cannabis in order to support her upper middle class lifestyle.

The series follows the ups and downs of Nancy’s life as she gets drawn into the criminal system, developing a client base, starting a front to hide her selling, creating her own strain of weed called MILF, and trying to stay out of jail and protect her children.

INFORMATION

boNeS

TO BOrrOW OrIGINAl DVDs VISIT: Moviebuster, Level 1, Opposite Steers Tel: 0715 818774 or 0732 242294 Email: moviebusterkenya@gmail.com Web: www.moviebusterkenya.com

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FIVE MINUTES WITH

Five Minutes with...

Shrikesh Kanabar Technology House Kenya LTD

When did you open Technology House?

You’re one of the tenants who always sponsor

On April Fool’s Day of 2004. I had a background in IT, which

The Village Market’s promotions by giving away

was a plus, but I was new to business so I was a little jittery.

merchandise. Why is this important to you?

Thankfully, I got some much needed advice from The Village

For us, The Village Market’s promotions are a way of saying

Market’s managing director, Hamed Ehsani, and it wasn’t long

thank you to our clients who have been doing business with

before I opened the store’s doors to the public, beginning of

us the whole year. It’s one thing to appreciate your staff, but

course with a cyber café.

we also like to appreciate our customers. Sure, sometimes the people that win our merchandise are not our clients. However,

Why a cyber café?

they get to know about us and they eventually tell someone

A cyber café was essential at the time. Internet was becoming

else. That is how you grow your customer base. Also, by

popular in Kenya. Other than a cyber, I also supplied internet

sponsoring Village Market’s events, we gain from the publicity

to the management as well as the mall’s shops. We credit

through advertising.

ourselves for making The Village Market the first hotspot mall in the country, putting the shopping centre in the news.

You are ever present at your outlet. Why do you

How has Technology House grown over the years?

all through the week

We have expanded to become an IT Solution Provider. Besides

To have a successful business, you have to be there and attend

being a cyber café and an internet service provider, we are also

to it. I am here as early as 7 am to ensure that everything runs

authorised dealers of top brands like HP, Dell, Toshiba, Acer,

smoothly. Not only is my business my bread and butter; I have

Samsung and many more. I have a team of seven staff who

a passion for what I do. Besides the paperwork, serving a client

attend to clients both within and outside The Village Market.

– whether here or in their home or at their place of work – is

find it necessary to be at your shop every day

the most important part of my job. We have a high regard for How have you managed to survive in the fast-

customer satisfaction and no problem is too small for us. We

paced IT industry?

take every query with a lot of seriousness.

It has been quite a challenge, but you have to change with the times and think ahead. When we started with the cyber café there were fewer internet options. Eventually, people could

tECHNOLOGY HOUSE

the cyber; we just reduced our surfing stations from 15 to five

Level 1, Opposite Imperial Bank Tel: +254 20 712 2905/ 0722 510343/ 0734 510343 Email: shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke

computers. It’s at that point we decided to expand our services to provide a wider variety of IT solutions to both corporate and individual clients.

INFORMATION

access the internet over their phones. But we didn’t close down

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PROFILER

PROFILER

Man who takes the hassle out of customer parking Thomas Mule, Parking Department

I

n 1998 a young man straight out of high school found

“It is an interesting and fulfilling job,” says Thomas. “I get to

his way to The Village Market in search of a job. He

learn something new every day from the parking system and

began as an office clerk who was sent on errands that

the numerous customers I meet every day.”

kept him busy all day. Today Thomas Mule is a man of his own, coordinating the management’s newest docket –

When he is not attending to the demands of the parking

the Parking Department.

docket, Thomas likes to spend time with his wife and two children, a boy and a girl.

His journey up the career ladder did not come easily. He had a lot to learn. His greatest advantage was his ability to learn quickly and from every challenge presented to him. After

Support

a year-long stint as an office clerk, Thomas moved to the

At work, he appreciates the support he has received from

Recreation Department, where he served as a bowling and

his colleagues in other departments, saying he couldn’t have

pool attendant. But he wouldn’t stay too long there, either.

come this far without their support.

His skills were required in the Administration Department as a human resources assistant.

“Thanks to the HR team, we have never run short of staff,” Thomas explains. “The Security Department helps our customers

“It was a sensitive position that required some training, so I

at the main gates and pay stations, especially late into the night,

enrolled for an HR course in a local college,” Thomas recalls. For

when our offices are closed, while the housekeeping team makes

seven years, he attended to his colleagues’ needs, not knowing

sure we serve our customers in a clean environment.”

that the knowledge he gained on the job and from experience would be the most valuable asset for his current position.

The marketing and recreation teams have been equally supportive, joining forces to publicise the automated parking system with such

Early this year, when The Village Market’s automated parking

promotions as Park & Play and Hassle Free Parking.

system was introduced, Thomas stepped up to coordinate

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the activities of the newly formed Parking Department. His

However, Thomas is most grateful to his employer for the

job now entails training staff, handling customer complaints

knowledge he has acquired and the patience granted to him

and ensuring good interpersonal and customer relations. The

over the years: “I was young when I joined the company. As it

department has 29 staff.

has grown, so have I – and I cannot say thank-you enough.”

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Village Diary June 2012 1 to 10 June

transformation Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: Old Exhibition Hall The Village Market commemorates World Environment Day through a one-of-a-kind exhibition featuring companies that make items from recyclable products.

VILLAGE DIARY

July 2012 27 June to 6 July

radio Africa and Gallery Watatu Art exhibition Time: 10 am to 6 pm, Venue: New Exhibition Hall Gallery Watatu is one of the oldest galleries in East Africa. About 97 per cent of Watatu’s market is non-resident buyers (foreign sales) and members of the expatriate community in Kenya. The gallery, in partnership with Radio Africa, brings its finest collection of art to The Village Market.

12th to 22nd July

Shela Collection exhibition by Lukagwa African Art and Jewellers Time: 10 am to 6 pm, Venue: Old Exhibition Hall A rebirth of all things African, the true essence of ethnic design.

Lukagwa wants you to wear a unique new spirit that is sure to lighten up your day. It is a wide array of well-thought-out ideas, skilfully crafted to fit any skin colour or attire. Leisure formal or dayto-day jewellery – when you have tried everything else, this is home.

14 to 18 June

tuscan Furnishing and Furniture exhibition

26 to 29 July

Time: 10 am to 6 pm, Venue: New Exhibition Hall

Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: Old Exhibition Hall

Discover your new style with a simple touch of elegance in this open house exhibition showcasing a unique collection of furniture and furnishings.

The East Africa Designer Bags & Fashion Accessories Exhibition returns to The Village Market. Top designers exhibit the best of what the local market has to offer in bags and accessories. The event is sponsored by Africa Designers in Development (ADiD), an organisation that not only showcases talent but also promotes sustainable development.

31 may to 10 June

east African Designers exhibition

The Spirit of Africa, an exhibition of paintings by Geraldine robarts Geraldine Robarts is a well known artist based in Nairobi. She is a born colourist who is captivated by the life of East African people.

She has exhibited worldwide and her work is in both institutional and private collections.

13 to 24 June

New Stuff from Kalabash Time: 10 am to 6 pm Venue: New Exhibition Hall Kalabash showcases a creative selection of cross-border, ethnic artefacts - beautiful relics for the cultured mind and taste.

INFORMATION

Time: 10 am to 6 pm, Venue: New Exhibition Hall

For more information about any of the events contact The Village Market: Tel: +254 (0)20 712 2488-90 Email: pr@villagemaket-kenya.com Facebook Page: The Village Market Twitter Handle: @VillageMarket

Web: www.villagemarket-kenya.com Changes can occur without further notice. Kindly confirm with the Marketing & PR Team for an up to date and accurate status of the events calendar.

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Alternatives to sugar What has changed in society today is the amount of sugar we are taking into our bodies

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WELL BEING

W

e have been eating sugar all our

sugar, so less is needed to sweeten food and

lives, so it can’t be too bad, right?

drinks. Fructose causes a lower blood sugar spike

It’s what our mothers fed us, what

than sugar and is useful for baking. It can

our schools feed us, and what we find around

also be used in frozen goods. Fructose is not

us on a daily basis. Well, let’s have a look at a

suitable for diabetics.

few points on what the long-term effects of sugar intake can be:

AGAVE Agave comes from a Mexican cactus

• Weight gain and obesity

plant and is available in syrup form. It

• Increase in cholesterol levels

can be two to three times stronger

• Interference with the absorption of protein

than sugar, so less needs to be used.

• Contributes to diabetes

Agave has anti-microbial and anti-

• Contributes to cardiovascular disease

inflammatory properties. It also

• Contributes to osteoporosis

contains fructose, which does not

• Weakens the immune system

cause a high blood sugar spike when

• Feeds cancer

eaten. Like molasses, agave is not

• Contributes to wrinkles and saggy skin

suitable for diabetics.

• Causes hormonal imbalances • Causes tooth decay

STEVIA

• Weakens eyesight

Stevia comes from a plant known as sweet leaf or

• Increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease

sweet herb. It contains zero calories and is 100 per

• Causes headaches and migraines

cent natural. Stevia normalises blood sugar levels,

• Interferes with the absorption of calcium and magnesium.

whether high or low. It helps suppress cravings and increases energy levels. Since it is 300 times sweeter than sugar, Stevia needs to be used in tiny amounts

What has changed in society today is the amount of

as a sweetener. Stevia is safe for teeth and also

sugar we are taking into our bodies. Sugar is found

reduces stomach acidity. It is also safe for diabetics.

in almost all processed foods and, as the pace of life is increasing and people don’t have time to make

XYLITOL

meals from scratch any more, they turn more and

Xylitol is found in many fruits,

more to ‘ready’ meals, fast foods, pastries and junk

vegetables and berries. It is produced

food, most of which are full of sugar.

in small amounts by the human body and has a negligible impact on blood

So what can we do about it, what else can we

sugar, making it safe for diabetics.

eat? There are many alternatives. Here are a few:

Xylitol alkalinises the mouth, preventing

MOLASSES

cavities from forming while reducing the production of plaque on teeth. It also

Molasses is an extremely nutritious by-product

helps prevent ear infections owing to

of the sugar refining process. This makes it a

its anti-microbial effects. Xylitol has the

good source of natural sugars. One tablespoon

sweetness of sugar without an aftertaste.

of molasses contains more calcium than a glass of milk and more iron than nine eggs. Molasses Email your queries to Elixir Health Shop.

can be used as a spread in baking, as an energy

The in-house qualified nutritionists will be

booster to relieve mild constipation, as a nerve tonic and as a warm drink just before bedtime.

However, molasses is not suitable for diabetics.

FRUCTOSE Fructose occurs naturally in fruit and vegetables. It does not affect body weight but is sweeter than

INFORMATION

contains an excellent supply of B Vitamins. It

available to give you any necessary advice:

Elixir Health Level 2, above Food Court Tel: +254 (0)20 712 0217 Email: elixirhealth@nbi.ispkenya.com

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Young artists help combat drug abuse

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DRUG FREE TEENS

Students’ poster design competition

A

students’ poster design competition

participants and visiting tourists had a chance to

entitled ‘Drug Free Teens’ was

vote in the People’s Choice Award category. The

launched by The Village Market

posters were also judged by a panel consisting of

Management in April. The aim was to explore

Village Market tenant Jyoti Kadri, of Catermart;

young people’s creative ability and encourage

Village Market managing director Hamed Ehsani;

them to raise awareness among their peers

and Kenyatta University lecturer Anne Mwiti of

about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.

the Department of Fine Arts. Each poster was judged on creativity, originality, message clarity,

The competition was for students aged 12 to 17.

visual impact and overall appeal.

At some schools, art teachers made the poster

Getting it right

designs an end-of-term exam project.

Other students took an individual

Guests at the official award ceremony and

approach and designed their posters

seminar on 3 May included officials from the

at home. The result was a series of

National Agency for the Campaign against Drug

designs of such a high standard that

Abuse (NACADA), the United Nations Office on

they surprised the veteran artists who

Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the Diplomatic Police

regularly display their work at The

Unit, school student counsellors and art teachers,

Village Market.

Village Market tenants and staff, parents as well as students who took part in the competition.

It was clear from the designs that young people could be effective

Opening the event, Mr Ehsani reiterated The Village

peer educators if given a suitable

Market’s dedication to fight drug abuse and under-

platform.

age drinking. “As a shopping mall, we realised we have to be more than just the fun place to be,” he

Having received over 80 posters,

said. “We are committed to be a safe and ideal

The Village Market held a public

entertainment spot for people of all ages.”

exhibition from 28 April to 2 May. Exhibition-goers, relatives of

George Murimi, treatment and rehabilitation programme manager of NACADA, delivered the

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Combating Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Their Peers’. Praising the efforts of The Village Market alcohol abuse among young people as ‘grave’.

“However, when The Village Market chose to involve the youth in this worthy cause through art, they got it right,” said Mr Murimi. “Such partnerships will go a long way in ensuring that all stakeholders achieve the victory we all desire.”

Positive impact A representative of UNODC shared his experience of working on similar initiatives across the world.

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THANk-yOu FOr TAkING PArT The Village Market would like to thank the following students for taking part in the ‘Drug Free Teens’ poster competition. Your efforts will go a long way in the fight against underage drinking and drug abuse.

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Stéphane Ibañez de Benito, an expert on drug dependence, treatment and rehabilitation, said he had witnessed cases of children as young as 10 injecting themselves with heroin.

“It is always a relief to know that the same youth have great ideas that can have a positive impact in the world,” said Mr Benito. “The United Nations is committed to working with the community to avert the situations.” Mr Benito underlined the importance of cooperation. "The more partners involved in battling this menace," he said, "the less severe the consequences."

Diplomatic Police Unit Two real-life stories of young people involved in drugs were related by Assistant Commissioner Allan Sangoro, in charge of the Diplomatic Police Unit. He cautioned parents to be mindful of their children and make an effort to find out where they were and what they were doing when they were not at home. “Most teenagers are getting these drugs from schools,” said Mr Sangoro.

“Some suppliers are starting them off with free samples, knowing they will be hooked eventually.”

Parents, teachers, school counsellors and students also had a chance to share their thoughts.

Evelyn Agungu, a teacher at Premier Academy, warned parents against protecting their children under the privileges of diplomatic immunity. “You will not be a diplomat forever,” said Ms Agungu. “One day you will have to take responsibility for your actions and your children’s actions.” Ms Agungu brought the hall to pin-drop silence when she voiced a powerful quote: “The youth are not lost. Parents are the ones who are lost – so the youth are confused.”

DRUG FREE TEENS Ms Agungu urged students attending the event to think carefully about what they considered fun. “Are you having fun, or is fun having you?” she asked them. “When fun has you, at the end of the process, you are the loser.”

Powerful message

 The winning poster designed by Ayen Atem

Oluwatoyin Adejumo, who attended the event in support of her daughter, Debbie, encouraged the students to be principled.

She, too, left the audience with a powerful message: “When your friends tell you that everyone is doing it, tell them no, you’re the only

 Ayen Atem (2nd from left) is congratulated for her winning poster by (from left) The Village Market's Managing Director Hamed Ehsani, NACADA Treatment and Rehabilitation Manager, George Murimi and DPU’s Assistant Commissioner, Allan Sangoro.

left who is doing it.” presented by Stéphane de Benito from Speaking on behalf of the young people, Ruth Njoki,

UNODC. Others received prizes and

a student from Rusinga School, sympathised with

individual certificates as well as NACADA

those who undergo temptation and pressure to do

branded merchandise. Parents and

drugs. “I know it can be difficult to say no,” she said.

teachers received IEC materials for use at

“But consider your future and take a firm stand.”

home and in the classroom.

A total of 15 prizes were awarded to students

In closing the award ceremony

in various categories. Ayen Atem from Rusinga

and seminar, Mr Ehsani said the

School was overall winner. Her poster design

winning poster would be used

scored the highest marks in every category, from

in the Management’s anti-drug

creativity and originality to clarity of message and

and alcohol campaign branding

visual impact. Ayen received a PlayStation Vita 3G

throughout the year.

THE WINNErS Position Overall winners runners-up Third place Judges’ Award Tenants’ Choice Award mD’s Choice Award School People’s Choice Award 1 People’s Choice Award 2 People’s Choice Award 3 People’s Choice Award 4 People’s Choice Award 5 People’s Choice Award 6 People’s Choice Award 7 People’s Choice Award 8 People’s Choice Award 9

Prize Student’s name and school PS Vita 3G Ayen Atem of rusinga School iPod Touch 8GB Naylee Nagda of Aga khan Academy iPod Nano 8GB Stephanie Nazi of Aga khan Academy iPod Shuffle 2GB Amanda A. mutebi of Aga khan Academy Vm Fun Day vouchers Suhun Shin of rosslyn Academy Skateboard & Vm shopping vouchers Emil A. Odhiambo of St mary’s iPod Shuffle 2GB Skateboard Vm shopping vouchers Vm shopping vouchers Vm shopping vouchers Vm shopping vouchers Bowling vouchers Hi-tide vouchers mini-golf vouchers

Naylee Nagda of Aga khan Academy Stephanie Nazi of Aga khan Academy Priyanka Shah of Aga khan Academy Suhun Shin of rosslyn Academy Neha m. manish of Oshwal Academy Gakenia manyara of rusinga School Dhruvi S. Shah of Oshwal Academy Debbie Adejumu of rusinga School Cleo marie Nienaus of German School

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PRIZE WINNER

Ana Siongok

My magical vacation courtesy of Village Market As the grand prize winner in the ‘Shop Local, Win Global’ Christmas promotion 2011, Ana Siongok won a luxury trip for two to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The package included two return Business Class tickets with Emirates airline, a five-night stay at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, chauffeured city tours and US$ 500 in spending money.

Ana has just returned from her trip and was happy to share her story.

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n a warm January evening, Ana was debating whether to leave the comfort of her home for a quick visit

to The Village Market. She was out of milk, but that could have waited until next morning.

Besides, she didn’t fancy driving at night.

Nevertheless, on that evening of Friday the 13th, Ana made her way to Nakumatt, chose a few items, paid and left. Attendants were still issuing ‘Shop Local, Win Global’ promotion coupons to evening shoppers, so Ana went to the station and received five coupons for the value of her shopping. One of the attendants reminded her that the grand draw was next day.

At the lucky drum at the Food Court she dropped off the last of 21 coupons she had amassed during the 10-week promotion, and looked forward to a peaceful Saturday morning at home.

Screaming on the phone It was not to be a peaceful day, however.

“At around noon the following day I got a call from one of my colleagues,” she says.

“She was screaming on the phone: ‘Ana, you’ve won, you’ve won!’.” Ana asked her friend what she was talking about. A more composed conversation would then throw Ana into hysterics. She had won the trip to Malaysia.

“I couldn’t believe it,” says Ana. “I called the Management office right there and then to confirm the news.” Even when the Management confirmed she was the

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grand prize winner, Ana still had her doubts. She drove to The Village Market and, sure enough, she was top of the list.

But who to go with? Ana had thought she could easily get one of her grown-up children to go with her, but they were all too busy.

Preferred travel partner Ana was invited to an official award cocktail party for winners, their families, the media, promotion sponsors and Management staff. Accompanied by her daughter and granddaughter, Ana received her prize from The Village Market’s managing director, Hamed Ehsani.

By the time she had received her reward, Ana had settled on a preferred travel partner. Maritere Trascasa, a friend she had known for 41 years, was the perfect choice. The only problem was that Maritere was 3,800 miles away in Spain. At first, she too disqualified herself. “I have four children and I was so far away,” says Maritere with a smile.

“Wasn’t there anyone else in Nairobi that Ana could have gone with?”

Eventually, however, the deal was sealed. Maritere had everything worked out to the last detail. First, she bought a guide to Malaysia written in her own language, Spanish.

“Imagine our joy when we skimmed through the book and listed as the best hotel in Kuala Lumpur was the hotel we would be staying in [the Mandarin Oriental Hotel].”

They felt like two best friends in their twenties, treating themselves to five days of luxury with all expenses paid. They decided to add a further eight days to their experience and foot the extra bill.

Beyond imagination The trip was beyond the ladies’ imagination. “We can’t point at one thing that went wrong,” says Ana. “The flight was a dream.”

A warm welcome awaited them at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Their room was a five-star double deluxe premium room, with fine views of the famous Petronas Towers.

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PRIZE WINNER “Fue fantástico!” the two friends shout as they begin to describe their room. “There were fresh orchids everywhere. The bathroom was spacious, full of shampoos, body creams and big soft towels.

The service was quick and every morning they delivered a big bowl of fresh fruit.”

City excursions During their two-week stay, they visited the National Museum, the National Art Gallery, the King’s Palace and the Petronas Twin Towers. They also visited China Town, Little India and the Lake Gardens and attended

Card loyalty programme. Over time she has

a traditional Malay cultural show.

accumulated enough points for a full night’s board for two at a luxury wildlife lodge.

“We were amazed by the greenery by day and the bright lights by night,” says Ana. “The people were

“Shopping at The Village Market feels like winning

friendly and kind. We never felt threatened on the street.

all the time,” says the smart shopper. “There

Never came across a single drunkard or beggar.”

are so many bargains, offers and discounts from individual outlets and the management as well.”

Next trip

Ana encourages other shoppers to take advantage

Having had such a wonderful time in Malaysia,

of these offers and to take part in the promotions.

these girls have another trip planned courtesy

“Keep trying your luck,” she insists. “When you finally

of The Village Market once again. Ana, who has

win, you will definitely feel great.”

been shopping at the mall since 1998, is also a member of The Village Market shoppers’ Bonus

‘Shop Local, Win Global’ ‘Shop Local, Win Global’ was a 10-week promotion

by The Village Market geared at rewarding shoppers with a host of holiday packages worth millions of shillings. Other prizes included holidays to Zanzibar, Malindi, Masai Mara, Meru National Park, Tsavo and Nyali. The Christmas promotion ran from 14 November to 14 January. For every KES 3,000 spent at any Village Market outlet during the promotion, shoppers received a coupon that allowed them to participate. The grand draw was conducted at the Food Court in full view of the public and overseen by

INFORMATION

officials of the Betting Control and Licensing Board.

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Companies interested in sponsoring Village Market promotions can get in touch with:

THE Pr & mArkETING DEPArTmENT Tel: +254 (20) 712 2488-90 Email: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com

Culture

The Inter-stone Exhibition

nine faces, representing the eight major regions of Kenya, with the ninth face being Kenya

A celebration of diversity, life and harmony

itself. According to the artist, the sculpture represents the separation of the country into regions and tribes.

“The ninth face [Kenya] reminds us that we can still be one nation,” says Peter.

Another major attraction was a limestone piece

entitled ‘Extinction’ – a product

of the artist’s musings about an animal

species that was capable of flying,

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walking and swimming yet became extinct

n exhibition of sculptures made by

millions of years ago.

Peter Oendo Kenyanya using various types of stone from different parts of

Kenya was held at The Village Market recently.

“I have always wondered how such an animal could be completely wiped off the face of the earth when it had all the tools of survival,” says a

Among the types of material featured in the

thoughtful Peter. “They say, when the going gets

‘Inter-stone’. exhibition were marble from western

tough, the tough get going. So why drown if you

Kenya, granite from Eastern Province, basalt from

can swim, why crumble when you can fly and why

Nyanza, quartzite from Rift Valley, volcanic rock

stumble when you can walk?”

from central Kenya, sandstone from the coast and bluestone from Nairobi.

Symbolic

All these were sculpted into various shapes, each

Perhaps the favourite piece was the ‘Reincarnation’

with its distinct meaning. The main feature of the

sculpture, which seemed to respond favourably to

exhibition was a piece called ‘Mshikamano Faces’

Kenyanya’s finishing touches. According to Peter, the

(Mshikamano is Swahili for ‘unity’. The piece has

big hole at the very front is due to years of weathering as the rock was used to crush gold stones. The stone is symbolic of the change from human form to an animal, bird or other creature, and the change back to human form. “In whichever form, life goes on,” says Peter. “That is what is important.”

The ‘Deer Head and Dove’ pieces represent an interesting trend whereby animals of one species adopt animals of another species, much like the

Peter Oendo Kenyanya is a contemporary Kenyan sculptor. He is a self-taught artist who has been sculpting various types of stone for nearly two decades. Peter comes from a family of sculptors, including his father, who at 87 years of age is still actively sculpting. The Ongesas are known and respected the world over for their artistic talents and skills in handcraft production.

Peter’s work has been collected by individuals and institutions. Peter has also exhibited locally and internationally at the China Changchun International Sculpture Symposium and Conference in 2008. He has also been commissioned to carve granite monuments by the Chinese government, Tribe Hotel and other individual clients.

lion that adopted the baby oryx in Samburu. In this artistic depiction, the deer has its head slightly bent towards the dove as if keenly listening to the avian species – a picture of peace and harmony.

To exhibit at The Village Market, contact: INFORMATION

About the artist

The PR & Marketing Department Tel: +254 20 7122488 Email: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com

www.villagemarket-kenya.com

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SAVOUR

Osteria Gigiri

A taste of Italy I

n 15th century Italy, the square, the church

cheese) is another favourite, along with the

and the osteria (a type of restaurant) were

Spaghetti Pavarotti (cooked Italian ham and peas)

the preferred meeting places. Niccolo

and the spaghetti with fresh lobster.

Machiavelli was among the prominent Italians who spent long evenings in the

The seafood special platter (for two) is also an

osteria with friends, enjoying wine from the

excellent choice for diners. It includes grilled and

barrel, traditional dishes and succulent meals.

boiled fish, lobster, prawns, calamari and red

Machiavelli may be long gone, but the osteria

snapper, all served with various sauces. Added

is still with us, right inside The Village Market,

to this menu is an interesting mix of king prawns

in the form of the Osteria Gigiri, offering the

in whisky sauce. Chicken and beef lovers need

same good things as in 15th century Italy.

Although the wine is now bottled and the glasses are more elegant, the passion and aura remain.

Ever since it opened three years ago, the Osteria Gigiri has enjoyed a loyal base of customers out to enjoy a variety of select wines, Italian meals

It’s an awesome mix of song, dance, music and food

and great entertainment in an indoor and outdoor setting. It’s an awesome mix of song, dance,

not feel left out. Sample the scrumptious Osteria

music and food.

chicken with fresh mushrooms and onions, or the beef medallions fillet in rosemary sauce. You can

Chef specials

also enjoy one of Osteria’s famous Ciatti wines with your meal.

All through the week, the restaurant serves ovenfresh thin crust pizzas and delectable chef specials ranging from Minestrone Italiano to Crab Coconut

Live jazz

Soup, Carpaccio, Fresh Tuna in Peppercorn and

Every Friday night, beginning at 7.30 pm, Osteria

Smoked Salmon with Spring Onion. The Ravioli di

presents live jazz, blues, vintage soul and pop

Zucca (ravioli stuffed with pumpkin and parmesan

courtesy of the Limericks. The same band performs at the restaurant on Tuesday nights from 8 pm. Entrance is free.

Osteria Gigiri is open seven days a week. Lunch is served from 12 noon, while dinner is ready by 6 pm. So go on – get together at the Osteria.

INFORMATION

Osteria Gigiri Level 2, Next to Management Office Tel: +254 20 7122661/ 0728 680035 Email: osteriagigiri@ymail.com

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GADGETS

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unglasses can be a great accessory, both for ordinary people under the sun and for celebrities under the stars.

But camera sunglasses are more than great accessories that transform you from ordinary citizen to celebrity and perhaps even secret agent. Here’s why: With a 1.3 mega pixel camera built into the frame, you can take pictures without carrying another camera. And, like any true digital lifestyle gadget,

Take a peek

– and take a pic

the sunglasses support a range of music formats including MP3, WMA, WMV and WAV.

No strings attached Even better, there are no wires connecting the features of these special sunglasses. Camera, battery, memory and music player are fully integrated, so your spectacles are ready to wear.

Weighing only 39 grams, these ‘tech specs’ won’t cramp your style, while a sleek and elegant design makes them suitable for both men and women.

Polarized lenses Like other good sunglasses, the ‘tech specs’ are designed to protect your eyes. Lenses are antiscratch and polarized (to filter out glare) with UV 400 protection.

Key features of the camera sunglasses

User-friendly

• Quality Polaroid lens

the frame, making this a ‘must have’ gadget for

• Extended memory slot for TF/MicroSD Card

journalists, tourists, students and, of course, avid

• Easy connection with PC/laptops, no driver needed

The user-friendly control buttons are right on

shoppers.

• Real-time recording

available at:

• Resolution 640 x 480

Power Innovations (K) Ltd

• Player QuickTime, Real Player, Storm Codec • Menu language English • Operating system Windows 98/ME/XP/2000/Vista

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INFORMATION

• Memory Built-in 2GB-8GB, Support TF/MicroSD Card, Max. 4GB

Level 2, Next to Safaricom Customer Care Centre Tel: +254 20 7122193/ 722 207030 Email: info@powerinnovationsltd.com

Web: www.powerinnovationsltd.com

Escape

Rustic gem is an ideal holiday home O

l Talet means ‘view point’ in Maasai.

Ol Talet is perched on the side of Ole Polos Hill, just 45 minutes’ drive from

Nairobi. Located on 10 acres of untouched bush, the cottage is a rustic gem that exudes both style and class. Its position in the hills gives it a spectacular view over the Great Rift Valley.

Ol Talet is an ideal holiday home for families, friends and honeymooners. Three luxurious rooms share a spacious bathroom. The three bedrooms sleep up to six people with two twin beds and one double bed. All rooms are fitted with nets and built-in wardrobes.

The living area comprises a cosy lounge with a fireplace and a dining area for six. The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas cooker, fridge and freezer, utensils, crockery and cutlery. A barbecue grill is also available, complete with skewers. The cottage is on mains electricity and has adequate borehole water.

In the compound is an open deck with a small bar top. There is a plunge pool on a raised deck with sunbeds on the side, providing a perfect relaxation area, while the manicured lawns are great for barbecues.

To book this holiday home, contact: INFORMATION

LANGATA LINK HOLIDAY HOMES Level 3, Opposite Tamambo Tapas Tel +254 (20) 2348106/ 713 600824 Email: booking@holidayhomeskenya.com

Web: www.holidayhomeskenya.com

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STILL HERE

Artist who turns old glass into gems Anselm’s Kitengela Hot Glass Studios

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leek vases the colour of sea

Despite being a small company, Kitengela

about the subject of blown glass while

glass. A coffee table that looks

Hot Glass assists as much as possible

pushing the boundaries of the craft in

as if it’s made of crushed ice

with the local and wider communities.

order to achieve something even better.

with orange melting shapes within.

Its broad-ranging contributions include

Extravagant murals. A goblet that

following Fair Trade guidelines, paying a

Prestigious clients of Kitengela Hot Glass

feels solid and perfect in your hand.

staff of 35 well above standard wages,

include the Tamarind and Carnivore,

Majestic and bejewelled chandeliers.

and providing them with loans, transport,

Fairmont, Sarova, Serena, Cheli & Peacock,

A splash of window that’s a mosaic

medical assistance and controlled

Abercrombie & Kent, Hotel Intercontinental,

of the sun. A globe-shaped lamp

working hours and conditions.

Hilton, &Beyond, Kempinsky, Sankara, Ole

glowing like a planet. A Maasai necklace design that is an explosion of colour and light.

Sereni, Crowne Plaza, Asilia Lodges, Peponi

Innovation

Hotel and Sheraton.

The studio also supports the local school

Recycled

Each piece is unique, handmade to catch

in Tuala by supplying desks, chairs, water

the eye and satisfy the soul. Original works

(during the drought season), exam and

“Science, art and engineering combine

that are 100 per cent recycled, 100 per cent

reference materials and storybooks. The

in the hands of our glassblowers so that

Kenyan – that’s what Kitengela Hot Glass is

success of Kitengela Hot Glass has been

they create things that are unique,” says

all about.

driven by flexibility and innovation.

Anselm. “Our common goal at Kitengela

Heading this artistic workshop is Anselm

“Our approach is very can-do,” says

recycled items into glass objects and

Croze, son of the American zoologist

Anselm. “To make everything work, both

designs that have a future, address a

Harvey Croze and the stained-glass artist

as a craft and a business, we’ve had to

need, a function or a desire.”

Nani Croze. In his early years, Anselm

be very flexible in the things that we do,

studied in France and the Netherlands,

building it all from scratch.”

Hot Glass is to translate reclaimed or

a product – it’s an experience.

learning from master glass blowers. He returned to East Africa in the early 1990s

The glassblower is not just out to sell his

and decided to further explore his calling

products, but also educates customers

in glass blowing by establishing Anselm’s

ANSElm’S kITENGElA HOT GlASS lTD

stoves and lamps from old cans. “That’s

Level 2, Next to DHL Tel: +254 (0)20 7125691 or +254 (0)724 840229 Email: anselm@kitengela.com

ingrained in our ethos,” says Anselm.

Web: www.anselmcroze.com

pragmatism of Kenya’s Jua Kali artisans, who use discarded items to make needed objects like shoes from tyres and

“We’ve just taken it a step further.”

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INFORMATION

Kitengela Hot Glass Studios.

Anselm says he is inspired by the

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Kitengela Hot Glass is not just a place or

Easter Delight Rewards List

Bonus Card Rewards 2012

T

he Village Market held an Easter Promotion targeted at its loyal shoppers under the

Bonus Card Programme. Nearly 60 participants walked away with an assortment of rewards. The Village Market would like to thank all the shoppers, tenants, sponsors and staff who made this promotion a success.

Below is the list of Bonus Card members who were rewarded this Easter: 1 night for 2 at Tribe Hotel – Kinyua Kamau

1 night for 2 at Tribe Hotel – Farida Corderio

1hr Photography Session at Bobby Pall Photography – Vincent Muvuli 1hr Photography Session at Bobby Pall Photography – Pauline Adam Nakumatt Shopping Voucher worth KES 10,000 – Jennifer Chege Nakumatt Shopping Voucher worth KES 10,000 – Nasim Kadri Nakumatt Shopping Voucher worth KES 10,000 - Kalika Shah Nakumatt Shopping Voucher worth KES 10,000 – Electina Wasike Nakumatt Shopping Voucher worth KES 10,000 – Andrew Njoroge

Michelin Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Purity Obago

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

Michelin Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyre – Francis Mwangi

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

Michelin Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Eunice Magomere

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

Michelin Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Grace Githere

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

90 min Kaya Spa Massage

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

– Rakoto K. Eliame

– Rosmina Rana

Apollo Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Claude Kranik

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

Apollo Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Eun Kyung Park

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

Apollo Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Jackie Said

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

Apollo Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Charles Magara

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

Apollo Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Yvonne Idun

Kazuri Shopping Voucher

Tech Digital Compressor courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Anne H. Tipore

Kazuri Shopping Voucher

Tech Digital Compressor courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Wilson Gorel

Kazuri Shopping Voucher

Tech Digital Compressor courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Emma Collins

Kazuri Shopping Voucher

Tech Digital Compressor courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Parveen Fazai

Kazuri Shopping Voucher

Tech Digital Compressor courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Bhakti Shah

Nitrogen Pressure Voucher of Kingsway Tyres – Rahidum Rahoma

60 min Kaya Spa Massage

– Teresa Muigai – Maloba Wekesa – Doreen Sabwa – Susan Dimbley

– Khaldum Abu – Kurdip Dhillon – Savita Arora – Kelly Eberhardt – Sabine Rundgren – Martha Macharia – Yasmin Rajwani – Peter Lemereu – Wendy Cokanye

– Maurene Hopp

Nitrogen Pressure Voucher of Kingsway Tyres – Shiraz Alibhai

– Rehana Ahmed

Kingsway Tyres Wheel Balancing/ Alignment Voucher – Daniel Dixon

Nitrogen Pressure Voucher of Kingsway Tyres – Goswani Anurag

Kingsway Tyres Wheel Balancing/ Alignment Voucher – Mehret Asefaw

Nitrogen Pressure Voucher of Kingsway Tyres – Zahidur Raiamun

Lunch for 2 at Jiko Restaurant Tribe

Kingsway Tyres Wheel Balancing/ Alignment Voucher

Nitrogen Pressure Voucher of Kingsway Tyres – Anne Njenga

– Vitalis Ojode

– Hayatunissa Ebrahim

Lunch for 2 at Jiko Restaurant Tribe

Kingsway Tyres Wheel Balancing/ Alignment Voucher – Vasanti Satni

Kingsway Maintenance Free Battery – Lazeena Gulam

Lunch for 2 at Jiko Restaurant Tribe – Vibeke Glavind

– Joanne Booth – Raia Androvska

Kingsway Tyres Wheel Balancing/ Alignment Voucher – Nareena Jamal

Lunch for 2 at Jiko Restaurant Tribe

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

– Catherine Nyaga

– Maria Armtoft

Michelin Gift Hamper courtesy of Kingsway Tyres – Eunice Mwangi

Khazana Restaurant Meal Voucher

Lunch for 2 at Jiko Restaurant Tribe

INFORMATION

Kingsway Maintenance Free Battery

To sign up to the Bonus Card Programme and be rewarded in future, please visit the Bonus Card Desk next to the Management Office:

BONUS CARD Tel: +254 (20) 7122488-90 Email: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com

– Nishi Sharma

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PICTORIAL Escape

Village Scene Students receive prizes for anti-drug poster designs In April, The Village Market Management launched a poster design competition for students entitled ‘Drug Free Teens’. The aim was to explore children’s creative ability and the part they can play in educating their peers about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse. The management held an official award ceremony and seminar on 3 May. Among the 200 or so guests were officials from the National Agency for the Campaign Against Drug Abuse (NACADA), WE ID, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the Diplomatic Police Unit, school counsellors, art teachers and parents as well as the students who took part in the poster competition.

1 NACADA treatment and rehabilitation programme manager George Murimi delivers the keynote address 2 The Village Market’s assistant complex manager, Betty Musyoki, performs the duties of MC

3 Allan Sangoro, of the Diplomatic Police Unit, addresses the gathering

4 Evelyn Agugu, a teacher at Premier Academy, speaks on behalf of the teaching fraternity 5 Ruth Njoki, a student from Rusinga School, speaks on the dangers of drug abuse 6 Ms Christine (left), a teacher at German School Nairobi, presents Suhun Shin, of Rosslyn Academy, with Village Market shopping vouchers for winning fourth place in the People’s Choice category

8 One of the winning posters designed by Suhun Shin of Rosslyn Academy 9 Artist and Kenyatta University lecturer Anne Mwiti presents the Judge’s Award to Amanda Abigael Mutebi, from Aga Khan Academy 10 Oluwatoyin Adejumo (L) a parent to one of the students who took part in the competition speaks on behalf of the parents in attendance. Standing beside her is event MC and Asst. Complex Manager Betty Musyoki.

11 Dominic Mbugua, marketing manager of The Village Market, gives a vote of thanks to participants and guests. With him is assistant complex manager and event MC Betty Musyoki 12 Students from various schools follow the proceeding keenly.

7 Stephanie Nazi, from Aga Khan Academy, receives a brand-new skateboard from Ms Christine, of the German School.

Stephanie came second in the People’s Choice category

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Essential Contacts & Information All Times News Stand Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm

Tel: 0736 313345/ 0720 695114 Email: atmina@villagemarket-kenya.com

Barclays Bank Prestige Centre Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 8.30 pm Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122741/ 7120042/ 7121963 Email: prestige.village-market@barclays.com

Belladonna Pharmacy Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 8.30 pm Sunday & Public Holidays: 10 am to 7.30 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122141 / 0735 122147 Email: admin@belladonnapharmacy.com

Bonus Card Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122488/90 Email: bonuscard@villagemarket-kenya.com

Bunson Travel Monday to Friday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sunday: 9.30 am to 12 noon

Tel: +254 20 7121235/7124757/7122080 Email: info@bunsontravel.co.ke

Kenya Airways Sales & Ticketing Office Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm Saturdays: 9 am to 3 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

Tel: +254 20 7121072/241 +254 20 6422790-9 Email: contact@kenya-airways.com

Kenya Commercial Bank Monday to Friday: 8.30 am to 6.30 pm Saturday: 8.30 am to 4 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

Tel: +254 7122012/ 003 +254 20 7120483 Email: villagemarket@kcb.co.ke

Management & Security Office Monday to Saturday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 5.30 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122488/90 Email: admin@villagemarket-kenya.com

Tel: +254 20 7122488

Email: info@dtbkenya.co.ke

Tel: +254 20 7123141 Email: recreation@villagemarket-kenya.com

The Village Market Taxi Service Available 24 hours daily

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12.30 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122460/ 025 0 733 8365081/ 0722 154903 Email: villagedental@nbi.ispkenya.com

Email: mgrvillage@nakumatt.net

NIC Bank Monday to Friday: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday: 9 am to 11.30 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

Tel: +254 20 2888791-4 0720 365036/ 0720 364993/ 0711 041791-4

Monday to Friday: 7.30 am to 6 pm Saturday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 11 am to 5 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122254/ 7121942 Email: info@phoenix-safaris.de

Post Office Monday to Friday: 9 am to 1 pm Saturday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 11 am to 5 pm

Tel: +254 20 7122905 0722 510343 / 0734 510343 Email: shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke

Tintoria Drycleaners Monday to Saturday: 7 am to 7 pm Sunday: Closed

Tel: +254 20 7122984 Email: tintoria@wananchi.com

Tribe Hotel Reservations Desk

Tel: +254 20 7200000 Email: tribe@villagemarket-kenya.com

Village Market Forex Bureau Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 5.30 pm Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm Sunday: 10 am to 2 pm

Tel: +254 20 7121830/ 0735 764673

Tel: +254 20 7122126/ 7120733 +254 20 7122901/473

Prime Cuts Butchery

Zucchini Greengrocers

Tel: +254 20 7122068/ 7124004

Monday to Saturday: 9 am to 6 pm Sunday: 9 am to 3 pm

Email: dorman@village.co.ke

Tel: +254 20 7120403

Tel: +254 20 2199300/ 3513506

Dormans Coffee Monday to Thursday: 8 am to 6.30 pm Friday & Saturday: 8.30 am to 10 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 pm to 7 pm

Email: butchery@primecuts.co.ke 32

Monday to Thursday: 9 am to 11 pm Friday to Sunday: 9 am to 12 midnight

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm

Phoenix Safaris

Tel: +254 20 7122270/ 7122271/ 2357982 0 711 300003/ 0733 440074

Superbowl

Technology House Kenya Ltd

Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9.30 am to 4.30 pm

Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 8 am to 4 pm

Tel: +254 7124166/ 0722 511761 0733 775064

Tel: +254 20 7122507/8/9

Email: moveinfo@nic-bank.com

Diamond Trust Bank

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12 noon Sunday: 10 am to 11 am Public Holidays: On appointment

Monday to Sunday: 8.30 am to 8 pm

DHL Tel: +254 20 7124172

Shifaz Veterinary Clinic

Village Dental Clinic

Nakumatt Supermarket

Tel: +254 20 7120263/346 0710 60235/ 0737 800170

Email: villagemarket@safaricom.co.ke

Marketing & PR Department Monday to Friday: 8 am to 5 pm Saturdays: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

Monday to Friday: 10 am to 5 pm Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm Sunday: 11 am to 2 pm

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12 noon Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed

Tel: 0722 002372

Tel: 0717 207662

Chase Bank

Commercial Bank of Africa

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 am Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 4 pm

Marketing & PR Department

Email: pr@villagemarket-kenya.com

Tel: +254 20 7121581/419/548 +254 20 2774224

Safaricom Customer Care Centre

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Monday to Sunday: 9 am to 7 pm