Village Beat Magazine. August – September 2013

AUG – SEPT 2013

SOMETHING GORGEOUS

PROFILER

Coming soon....

MORGAN MURANDA Calm and Steady – The Perfect VIP Driver

SOCIAL

VILLAGE

VOLUNTEERS GIVE NEW LIFE TO KARURA FOREST

Perfect hang-out for lively teens

RESPONSIBILITY

MOM

A PUBLICATION OF

Village Beat

August - September 2013

CONTENTS 3 JAMBO

Good things come to those who wait…

5 Five Minutes with...

Music stars join forces to help boys’ home

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7 Village News 8 Profiler

Morgan Muranda, the perfect VIP driver 10 Feature

More great features on way for Market shoppers Published by:

THE VILLAGE MARKET

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12 Off the shelf 12 Book Worm 13 Reel News 14 Village Scene

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16 Well Being

Pioneering diet plan is all the rage now 18 Social Responsibility 20 STILL HERE

New-look pharmacy puts focus on customers 23 Kaya Spa

Well-being is more than skin deep 24 Escape

Specialist Bunson division will focus on safaris

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27 Tyre Tips

For 4x4 bliss, get the right ‘shoes’ 28 Village Mom

The perfect hang-out for lively teens 29 Village Diary 30 A-Z of Village Market 32 Essential contacts

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Welcome

JAMBO!

Good things come to those who wait…

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ou might have noticed – and we do admit – that we are going through an awkward phase. After overhauling the Food Court, our next phase of renovations is necessary.

We want to create a modern shopping complex for you; one with more parking, cooler shops, tastier restaurants and everything else you love.

As the French aristocrat, writer, poet, and pioneering aviator Antoine de Saint-Exupéry wrote: “I must endure the presence of a few caterpillars if I wish to become acquainted with the butter-

flies.” So we ask you to kindly bear with the dust, the drilling and the droves of trucks hauling construction material to and from The Village Market. It will soon be over.

In this issue of ‘Village Beat’ our Village Mom, Kamal Kaur, returns after a long hiatus with something for the teens. Our sensual contributor, Amondi Buyu, goes skin deep at Kaya Spa while Reema Doshi goes off-road with some 4x4 tyre tips.

Why is everyone talking about Dr Simeons’ hCG weight loss programme?

Our Well Being column tells you precisely why and how you can lose that extra weight. Staying on that health beat is Belladonna Health Services.

It’s not just a pharmacy any more but a clinic and delivery service as well.

Your trusted travel agent, Bunson Travel Services, introduces Bunson Safari, providing holidaymakers with carefully planned safaris, leisure packages, sport and event packages within Kenya, Africa and the rest of the world. Read all about this in our Escape column.

We have some exciting events for the coming months beginning with the Nairobi VIP Candy Store Fair and the annual Kitenge Festival.

Also look out for Garden World, a three-day event showcasing garden furniture, landscapers, plants and outdoor accessories.

It’s set to be an exciting, sunshiny season. So come out and shop or dine at The Village Market. And when you’re at home, check out our new-look website (www.villagemarket-kenya.com) and tell us what you think. We love hearing from you!

Ann

Always

Ann Gitari

Assistant Marketing Manager The Village Market ann@villagemarket- kenya.com

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Five minutes with

Music stars join forces to help boys’ home

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usic stars across the spectrum, from opera to jazz, met up at The Village Market to raise funds for a boys’ home in Nairobi.

The Poperazzi Charity Concert was held at Tamambo

Bar & Grill on 9 August to raise funds for the Ahadi Boys Home Education Fund. The Kenyan international opera stars Rhonda Odeng and Zak Njoroge were performing alongside the American rhythm and blues singer Aimée Crowl. A jazz trio performed with Aimée Crowl. The Poperazzi Concert introduced a fusion of opera, pop and jazz for the first time in Kenya and was an exciting evening for music lovers. The line-up included: • Rhoda Odeng: Kenya’s international opera star, with a career spanning over 20 years. She has performed at the National Presidential Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony for the late Prof Wangari Maathai, and Glyndebourne Opera Festival in England. She has also performed with orchestras and musicians in North America, Asia and Europe.

• Zachariah Njoroge: Zak has performed in concerts and with orchestras in Europe, Kenya, and at Carnegie Hall in New York. A scholarship recipient of Buchmann-Mehta School of Music Programme for Outstanding Foreign Students, Zak is an inspiration to young Kenyan musicians.

• Aimée Crowl: The R&B singer released her first album in 2007. She was performing solo and in duet with the opera stars.

• Nduati Kareithi: One of Kenya’s most talented pianists, Nduati has performed with many musicians in Kenya and previously with both Rhoda and Zak.

More information To donate visit: www.ahadifamilykenya.org

To join the Friends of Ahadi Boys, contact Mrs Anne Schofield on +254 718 508815 Email: kisumu2@gmail.com

The event was organised by Joe Waweru, an alumnus of Ahadi Boys, and was sponsored by the Tamarind Group, Schofield & Associates Advocates, Technology House and The Village Market and its management.

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Village News

where’s My FAvOurite shOP?

Outlets relocation

Some favourite shops have been relocated to allow new construction work in the rooftop parking area: • Kwanza Leather Shop has been relocated next to Nairobi Sports House at the Second Level • AA Driving School is next to Salon Malibu at the Third Level • Vet Clinic is next to NIC Bank

News For up-to-date news and information, join us online: Facebook: The Village Market Twitter: @VillageMarket

new weBsite OFFers useFul DAtA The Village Market management has launched a new blog format website. It has more graphics and is linked to other websites and social media pages.

It also lists all outlets and recreational facilities at The Village Market. There are links to the Tribe Hotel website and the online version of ‘Village Beat’. www.villagemarket-kenya.com Tell us what you think by emailing: admin@villagemarket-kenya.com

suPer cheF wins Kes 200,000

• Maasai market vendors are trading every Friday at Hill-Side Parking next to the water slides.

nAirOBi viP tO hOst KeynOte shOws Nairobi VIP will be hosting two major events at The Village Market. The Candy Store Fair on 7 September will be a devoted to the confectionery and snacks industry, while the annual Kitenge Festival on 19 and 20 October will be a showcase for African kitenge fabric and African culture involving music, food, fashion and art. Entrance is free. For more information contact nairobivip@gmail.com

The newly refurbished Food Court hosted a Super Chef contest in June in partnership with Radio Africa Group 106.9 East FM. Six amateur contestants battled it out during the semi-finals and finals. The winner, Ashwinder Sokhi, from Kisumu, received KES 200,000.

villAge MArKet rOcKs tO MOtOwn BeAt Fans of popular music converged on Tamambo Bar and Grill at The Village Market for ‘Motown in Nairobi’, an open-air evening of sultry performances by celebrated artists. June Gachui presented a great musical line-up consisting of the band Different Faces, Angie Gachui, Denis Gordon, James Gogo, Patricia Kihoro and Chris Bitok.

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Calm and steady - The perfect VIP driver Morgan Muranda

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Profiler

C

ool, calm, collected: three words that

are also raising two boys they adopted from

describe Morgan Muranda. Nothing

Morgan’s late sister.

seems to surprise him or get on his

“If I had it my way, I would want to spend

nerves. He is a paced gentleman and if it’s

every minute with my wife and children, but

not in his gait, it’s in his voice – a raspy yet

I must work hard to give my children a good

soothing and accommodating sound. Lest

education,” says Morgan.

you think Morgan is a yoga instructor at The

How does Nancy cope with his late hours?

Village Market, he is, in fact, the official driver

“After 30 years of marriage, it’s safe to say

of managing director Hamed Ehsani.

Owing to the sensitive nature of Morgan’s job, it is inevitable that he should take on a composed predisposition.

Before he joined The Village Market, Morgan had been a technician and driver with a prestigious company in Nairobi. The job had taken him all over Africa on various assignments. The company later offered Morgan a position at its branch in the Rwandan capital, Kigali.

“I had to decline the job in Rwanda because

“When I am driving the MD, it feels like I have the entire Village Market in the car” that my wife understand the demands of my job. Three days after our wedding, I had to

I didn’t want to be away from my family,” says

leave for a work assignment that took an entire

Morgan.

month.”

His children also have to work with their

Sensitive

father’s schedule. They look forward to seeing

It was this turn of events that led to him being

weekend.

hired by The Village Market in 1999. The

him at the breakfast table, especially over the Morgan is a member of the Baha’i faith,

bowling hall was being built at the time and the

having learned about it in high school. He has

company needed a driver to ferry the techni-

taught others about the faith in Kenya, Zambia,

cians home, sometimes late at night.

Tanzania and Uganda. During our interview, he

“I also ran errands at the office, often assisting the accounts department with banking

read from a page of the ‘Epistle to the Son of the Wolf’:

and other minor transactions,” recalls Morgan.

“And if thine eyes be turned towards justice,

Eventually, in 2008, he rose to the position

choose thou for thy neighbour that which thou

of managing director’s driver. Morgan doesn’t

choosest for thyself. Humility exalteth man to

underestimate the sensitive nature of his job.

the heaven of glory and power, whilst pride

“When I am driving the MD, it feels like I have

abaseth him to the depths of wretchedness and

the entire Village Market in the car. I have to

degradation.”

be very careful. I moderate my speed, unless otherwise advised.”

While others would be nervous in such

Disciplined

a situation, Morgan takes it in his stride. His

Morgan says that when he retires he would like

flexibility and professionalism come in handy

to carry on sharing the message of the Baha’i

and he is able to match his schedule with the

faith so that it can transform others as it has

managing director’s programme. Speaking of

transformed him.

his boss, Morgan notes that Mr Ehsani is a busy man, but that he is also humble.

“Our MD doesn’t boss his staff around. When he wants to send me on an errand, for instance,

“I would also like to do some farming on my small farm back at home, just to make ends meet and care for my family,” he says.

As a word of encouragement, Morgan asks

he always says: ‘Morgan, can you do me a

drivers in other organisations to find joy in their

favour?’ His humility is an example to me and the

work and not to look down on others.

rest of the staff as to how we should treat others.

Away from the demands of his job, Morgan

“It doesn’t matter the position you are in or how much you earn,” he says. “What matters is

enjoys spending time with his family. He and his

how disciplined you are, as prosperity comes

wife Nancy have three daughters and a son and

from discipline.”

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Feature - Awkward phase

MOre greAt FeAtures On wAy or Market shoppers

T

f

he Village Market has begun

rises to match these high

an ambitious multi-phase

standards,” he said.

redevelopment project to

upgrade and improve its offering.

Mr Ehsani also pointed to the 2011 Taste Awards – when

The first phase of redevelopment –

The Village Market clinched the

an overhaul of the central Food Court

award for Best Food Court – as

area – is nearing completion. After

a challenge for the shopping

significant renovations, the new-look

complex to do even better.

Food Court is now the most talked-

“We have come to be known

about eating destination in Nairobi.

as a market leader in our Food

It has taken a few months to get the

Court design,” he said. “While

job done in the face of various chal-

we appreciate the honour, we

lenges, not the least of which was the

cannot afford to sit back and

heavy rain that pounded the country in

let that get to our heads.”

October and November.

Indeed, the Food Court is

Tasteful

vibrant, with diners thronging

Work on the site nevertheless went

ence the modern setting with

ahead as scheduled. Among its many

its wide choice of international

state-of-the-art fittings, the tastefully

restaurants.

designed Food Court now features

the venue each day to experi-

Exciting

said Mr Ehsani. “We hope to create

features, new lighting, a state-of-theart sound system, infra-red heaters,

The second phase of renovations has

opportunities and a renewed sense of

new furniture, more plants and flowers

begun at the covered parking area.

place for Nairobi. Our goal has always

and improved access and ramps for

Improvements in this second phase

been to drive the retail industry in

disabled customers.

will include additional parking, an

Kenya and be at the forefront of inno-

enhanced Nakumatt and new retail

vation within our sector.”

new tiles, Ferrari sails, new water

outlets above the current Nakumatt facility.

“This is an exciting time for The

more business and employment

The extensive upgrade and modernisation plans will affect the current recreation operations, with the closure

Village Market,” said Mr Ehsani. “Our

of the water park, mini golf, cinemas

redevelopment plans will transform the

and bowling facilities to make way for

complex and provide shoppers with an

the construction project.

even more enjoyable experience.”

Future redevelopment plans, due

The upgraded facility will provide exciting new recreation options

to begin later this year, include 35

for children and young adults. The

modern retail outlets and more restau-

management and board of directors of

said the renovations could not have

rant outlets as well as an overhaul of

The Village Market are committed to

happened at a better time. “A number

the centre’s recreation facilities.

providing the best possible shopping

Managing director Hamed Ehsani

of high quality restaurants are coming

“Our redevelopment plans are

experience as part of the overall

to The Village Market and we found it

consistent with the growth of Nairobi

advancement of the retail industry in

necessary to ensure the Food Court

in general and our area specifically,”

Nairobi.

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“This is an exciting time for The Village Market” Top spot for shopping The Village Market is East Africa’s largest shopping and recreation complex, with over 380,000 sq ft of retail space, more than 20 restaurants and the multi-award-winning Tribe Hotel. This leading openair shopping mall has won a design award from the International Council of Shopping Centres.

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Off the Shelf

BOOK wOrM AL-SHABAAB ON SOMALIA: The History and Ideology of a Militant Islamist Group (2005-2012) Author: Stig Jarle Hansen Price: KES 4,250

Since early 2007 a new breed of combatants has appeared on the streets of Mogadishu and other towns in Somalia: Al-Shabaab, or ‘The Youth’, the only self-proclaimed branch of Al-Qaeda to have gained acceptance (and praise) from Ayman al-Zawahiri and ‘AQ central’ in Afghanistan. An offshoot of the Islamic Courts Union, which spilt in 2006, Al-Shabaab has imposed Sharia law and is heavily influenced by local clan structures within Somalia itself. It remains an infamous and widely discussed, yet little-researched and poorly understood, Islamist group. Hansen’s remarkable book attempts to go beyond the media headlines and simplistic analyses based in alarmist or localist narratives. Al-Shabaab emerges as a hybrid Islamist organisation that combines a strong streak of Somali nationalism with the rhetorical obligations on international jihadism, thereby attracting a not insignificant number of foreign fighters to its ranks.

THE GHOSTS OF HAPPY VALLEY: Searching for the Lost World of Africa’s Infamous Aristocrats Author: Juliet Barnes Price: KES 1,900

‘Happy Valley’ came to be a byword for hedonistic excess. The nickname give to the Wanjohi Valley in the Kenya Highlands, it commemorated the small community of affluent white expatriates who settled there between the wars.

Happy Valley became infamous under the influence of troubled socialite Lady Idina Sackville, whose life was told in Frances Osborne’s best-selling ‘The Bolter’. The era culminated in the notorious murder of the Earl of Erroll in 1941, the investigation of which laid bare the decadence and irresponsibility of Happy Valley, chronicled in another bestseller, James Fox’s ‘White Mischief’. Juliet Barnes, who has lived in Kenya all her life and whose grandparents knew some of the Happy Valley set, decided to find out. A book set alongside such singular evocations of Africa’s strange colonial history as ‘The African House’ and ‘The Zanzibar Chest’, ‘The Ghost of Happy Valley’ is a mesmerising blend of travel narrative, social history and personal quest.

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A STREET CAT NAMED BOB Author: James Bowen Price: KES 900

When James Bowen found an injured ginger street cat curled up in the hallway of his sheltered accommodation, he had no idea just how much his life was about to change. James was living hand to mouth on the streets of London and the last thing he needed was a pet. Yet James couldn’t resist helping the strikingly intelligent tom-cat, whom he christened Bob. Soon the two were inseparable and their diverse, comic and occasionally dangerous adventures would transform both their lives, slowly healing the scars of each other’s troubled pasts. ‘A Street Cat Named Bob’ is a moving and uplifting story that will touch the heart of anyone who reads it.

I DON’T EAT BLACKS! The Life of Richard O. Ondeng Author: Ingvard Wilhelmsen Price: KES 1,200

While studying in the United States in the early 1960s, Richard Ondeng went out to eat at a restaurant in Kansas after attending a church service. The waiter blocked them at the door, saying: “We don’t serve blacks.” Jokingly, Richard responded: “That’s fine.

I don’t eat blacks.” Not knowing how to respond, the waiter let Richard and his friends in. That incident sums up Richard’s character and his determined Christian faith. Born and raised in Siaya, Richard studied at Maseno and then at Kagumo Teachers’ Training College before serving as a headmaster and later supervisor of schools. He rose to the position of secretary of the Christian Churches Educational Association (CCEA) and later deputy general secretary of the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK). Richard also served as the secretary of the National Pentecostal Church on Valley Road during the formative years. This biography of Richard Ondeng’s life shows a man who was committed to his faith in God, who loved and cared for his wife and children and who had a passion for education in Kenya, especially for girls. His story of quiet determination and standing up for the truth will be an inspiration for many.

Books available at:

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

Off the Shelf

reel news THE SMURF 2 (IN 3D) Starring: Hank Azaria, Neil Patrick Harris, Jayma Mays Director: Raja Gosnell Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family Studio: Columbia Pictures Showing: August 2013

The evil wizard Gargamel creates a couple of mischievous Smurf-like creatures called the Naughties that he hopes will let him harness the all-powerful, magical Smurf-essence. But when he discovers that only a real Smurf can give him what he wants, and only a secret spell that Smurfette knows can turn the Naughties into real Smurfs, Gargamel kidnaps Smurfette and brings her to Paris, where he has been winning the adoration of millions as the world’s greatest sorcerer. It’s up to Papa, Clumsy, Grouchy and Vanity to return to our world, reunite with their human friends Patrick and Grace Winslow, and rescue her.

2 GUNS Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Paula Patton, Denzel Washington Director: Baltasar Kormákur Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime Studio: Boom Entertainment Showing: August 2013

A drug enforcement agent and an undercover naval intelligence officer who have been tasked with investigating one another find they have been set up by the Mob – the very organisation the two men believe they have been stealing money from.

GROWN UPS 2 Starring: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade Director: Dennis Dugan Genre: Comedy Studio: Columbia Pictures Showing: September 2013

After moving his family back to his home town to be with his friends and their children, Lenny finds out that between old bullies, new bullies, ‘schizo’ bus drivers, drunk cops on skis and 400 costumed party crashers, sometimes crazy follows you.

THIS IS THE END

Watch these movies at:

Starflix Theatres, The Village Market Level 3: Opposite Superbowl Tel: +254 716 883872 Facebook: Starflix Twitter: @Starflix

Starring: James Franco, Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen Director: Evan Goldberg, Seth Rogen Genre: Comedy, Fantasy Studio: Columbia Pictures Showing: September 2013

While attending a party at James Franco’s house, Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel and many other celebrities are faced with the apocalypse.

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Pictorial

Village Scene 1 (From right) Bonus Card member Andrew Ndegwa and his son Gico receive a holiday

package from Nicole Thakar and Jackline Njau of Carlson Wagonlit Travel. Mr Ndegwa was among the winners in the Bonus Card Father’s Day competition in June.

2 (From right) The Village Market’s public relations officer, Janet Mbugua, presents shoppers with seedlings during The Village Market’s activities to mark World Environment Day.

3 The Village Market’s gardening team and marketing manager Dominic Mbugua plant

seedlings at Karura Forest during activities to mark World Environment Day on 5 June.

Looking on is Oscar Ndung’u of the Recreation Department.

4 Village Market staff with the Hon. Ken Okoth (second from left), the Kibra constituency MP, during the Little Prince fund-raising dinner at the Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club. (From left) Protus Chibinga, Celestina Ndunda, Peris Ngugi and Carol Mayende.

5 Semi-finalists in the Super Chef contest at The Village Market. (From left) Tanay, Tarah, Komal, Ashwinder and Mohamed.

6 Members of staff from The Village Market and from Medisel Kenya Ltd pictured at the

Shah Free Eye and ENT Camp held at the Thika District Level 5 Hospital. The camp was partly sponsored by The Village Market.

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Well Being

PiOneering Diet PlAn

is all the rage now

Why is everyone talking about Dr Simeons’ hCG weight loss programme?

• Because it works for everyone

• Rapid, safe weight loss in all the right places • You’ll keep it off, too

• And now it’s available in East Africa Email or visit the Elixir Health Shop. The in-house qualified nutritionist is on hand to give you advice.

Elixir Health

Level 2, Above Food Court Tel: +254 (20) 7120217 Email: elixirhealthkenya@gmail.com

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T

he hCG weight loss

programme works. It’s that simple. It is

weight, you need a sustained workout

programme is one of the

considered one of the fastest ways to

programme. Ideally, set aside one hour

world’s best-known weight

lose weight and keep it off.

per day, four to five days per week.

loss programmes because it’s effective, safe and easy.

There is possibly no better way to shed unwanted and unhealthy pounds

Not all weight loss programmes are equal. The nutritionists at Elixir Health

4. Workout intensity

Shop are there to see you through to

When you go to the gym, you need

full success. The instructions, shopping

to work out intensely to lose weight

quickly. Many people face obesity problems now. High blood pressure, diabetes and other weight-related problems are becoming common.

People are more and more aware of their state of health – particularly

The nutritionists at Elixir Health Shop are there to see you through to full diet success

their weight and fat percentage.

list and other materials, along with

faster. Try and interchange between

Some will pay a fortune to lose weight

support, are most important. The

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proven instructions and daily personal

trainer. That way you will get one hour

becoming overweight.

support are the means to great

of good cardio all over your body,

success.

which is ideal for weight loss.

Success

You will benefit from the personal guidance, step-by-step instructions,

5. Keep it fun

Dr Simeons’ hCG weight loss

shopping lists, etc. It is a fail-proof diet

One of the main reasons people fail to

programme has become a leader

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achieve sustained weight loss is that

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they fail to maintain their workouts

fied nutritionist is available to give you

because they get bored. Try and keep

advice.

it fun and original by incorporating

just a fad.

The hCG diet was pioneered by Dr Albert T. W. Simeons in the early 1950s and has gained a steady momentum ever since. Many people have had success with

Seven tips for losing weight

different methods such as skipping, boxing, outdoor running, outdoor biking or swimming. This way, you can

1. Eat healthy

keep your workouts new and inter-

The diet plays a key role in any weight

esting while managing to work out

loss programme. You can exercise

different muscles.

every day and fail to lose weight if you

the Dr Simeons

continue to eat the wrong foods. It is

6. Resistance training

weight loss

important to eat three healthy meals

Most fitness experts agree that

programme.

a day. Include salads and lean meat.

combining cardio with resistance

Since 2000 it

Remember, calories count, so the basic

training is the best way to achieve

has achieved

formula of ‘calories in, calories out’ still

sustained weight loss. Just because

the status of

applies. Weight loss means achieving a

you are trying to lose weight doesn’t

a diet craze,

net calorie deficit.

mean you can’t lift weights to bulk up your upper muscles mass. Use the

featuring on hundreds of TV

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weights and bench press to improve

shows including

Replace snacks with healthy choices

the upper body. Creatine is a health

Fox News, NBC,

such as dried fruit, a cup of green tea

supplement that has been used

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and other herbal teas or vegetables.

successfully to give more energy and

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power to lift weights.

in Kevin Trudeau’s best-selling book, ‘The Weight Loss

filling, high in nutrients and fibre and low on calories.

The reason for this explosive growth is that Dr Simeons’ hCG weight loss

7. Motivation Set yourself small targets every two

Cure’.

3. Working out

weeks instead of one big target. This

Break the habit of coming home from

makes it look much more achievable.

work, watching TV and then having

Losing weight on a sustainable basis

dinner. To be successful in losing

requires a lot of motivation.

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Social Responsibility

Sowing the seeds of good conservation The Village Market management organised a special giveaway to mark World Environment Day. About 1,000 happy shoppers and visitors received indigenous tree seedlings from The Village Market management with a promise to give the seedlings a home and thus contributing to world conservation.

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Social Responsibility

Charity event in aid of Little Prince School

Sight camp is big success thanks to fundraisers There was an overwhelming turnout of patients for this year’s outreach sight camp project at Thika District Level 5 Hospital from 26 May to 1.

The Shah Free Eye and ENT Camp was funded by the Amrita

The Little Prince School in Kibera has come

Centre and Nairobi’s MJF Balaji Lions Club with support from Medisel

on by leaps and bounds, offering the most

Kenya Ltd.

disadvantaged and deserving pupils in

Collaborating with the local doctors and nurses, Vision Beyond

Nairobi’s renowned Kibera slum district a

Borders, an international volunteer organisation, sent seven eye

premium education free of charge.

specialists from Spain who concentrated on treating eye cataracts

With the motto ‘What is essential is invisible to the eyes’, the school, originally made of iron sheets, was built as a permanent

and other ENT complications. Patients were provided with visual aids such as sunglasses after the eye surgery.

The Shah Free Eye and ENT Camp has run for 34 years. Doctors

structure with donations from a private

carry out screening at mobile clinics all over the country, with

local donor in response to its educational

surgery being referred to Thika Level 5 Hospital.

success. The permanent school has a capacity of 350 pupils with eight classes, a library, staff room, art laboratory, theatre, computer classroom, dining hall, kitchen and administrative offices. It also has a preschool section and includes a baby class, nursery and pre-unit class.

The school’s operation is funded by

Volunteers give new life to Karura Forest

donations from well-wishers via fund-

The Great Getaway

raising events. This year The Village Market

Giveaway promo-

partnered with the Little Prince School in

tion concluded with

support of the school’s fundraising golf

the first phase of a

tourney and dinner at the Windsor Hotel

project to plant 9,000

and Country Club. The Village Market

tree seedlings.

management advertised the event in the

Taking part were

Village Beat for free, gave the school space

representatives

witin the complex to sell tickets, offered

of various Village

raffle prizes and holiday vouchers to the

Market manage-

school’s fundraising activities and sent a

ment departments;

team of Village Market staff to the golf

pupils from Karura Primary School and Cheleta Primary School in

tourney and fundraising dinner. At the end

Runda; volunteers from the Global Shapers Organisation; the Kenya

of the day, the school raised more than

Forest Service; and Friends of Karura Forest. They planted 3,000

KES1million.

indigenous tree seedlings as part of a gradual replacement of exotic

For more information on supporting

species along the family trail. As part of this initiative, the Friends of

the good work of the school, contact

Karura Forest received KES 600,000 to nurture and maintain the

Porzia Esposito on 0722 554 354 or email

seedlings for a year until the next phase of planting in 2014.

porzia49@yahoo.com

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Still Here

Belladonna Pharmacy and Healthcare Services

New-look pharmacy puts focus on customers

P

harmacy has come a long

standards in the developed world. It

way over the years. Today it

now takes the form of a supermarket,

is a modern, professional and

with rows of open shelves allowing

safe way to treat and manage human

customers to choose various medicinal

ailments. Belladonna Pharmacy at

products, especially those that don’t

The Village Market is no ordinary pill

require a prescription. This customer-

shop; it is well known for its wide

friendly approach is different from the

variety of medicinal, herbal and

old ‘shopkeeper’ model whereby drugs

beauty products as well as efficient

were dispensed over the counter. In

and professional service.

addition, the pharmacy’s new home

A focus of interest is the new ultramodern design of the pharmacy, which is in line with international pharmacy

Belladonna Pharmacy and Healthcare Services

delivery service is becoming increasingly popular within the neighbourhood.

Lifestyle Located within the pharmacy is Belladonna Healthcare Services, which has

visits and nursing care. Doctors are on

Level 1, Next to Nakumatt

qualified, full-time family physicians

call to meet patients’ needs.

Tel: +254 735 122147/ +254 738 996104 Email: admin@belladonnahealthcare.com;

and nurses. Its services include medical consultations, basic blood tests and

care Services is open Monday to

delivery@belladonnahealthcare.com

chronic disease management as well

Saturday from 8.30 am to 8.30 pm and

www.belladonnahealthcare.com

as health, wellness and lifestyle advice.

on Sundays and public holidays from

The clinic also offers therapeutic home

10 am to 7.30 pm.

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Belladonna Pharmacy and Health-

Kaya Spa

Well-being is more than skin deep

By Amondi Buyu, Natural Wellness Practitioner, Kaya Spa, Tribe Hotel

O

ne of the best features

begun. First, she performs a double

various pressure points. This improves

anyone can flaunt is the kind

cleansing. This is to strip my face of

the blood circulation and results in a

of healthy, glowing, blemish-

any make-up or moisturiser that may

glowing and healthy-looking skin.

free skin that can only be acquired

be hiding the real condition of my skin.

from enough rest, adequate exercise,

She then uses a magnifying lamp to

20 minutes. This has a luxurious

healthy eating and, most importantly,

carry out a ‘face mapping’ to determine

cooling effect, going deep into the

a well deserved facial treatment.

my basic skin type and condition, and

skin to remove impurities. It also helps

recommends the anti-ageing facial.

to close pores and make the skin firm.

At the Kaya Spa, I have arranged my first-ever facial. I’m one of

Then a masque is applied for about

Lucy gives me a soothing foot rub. She

do-it-yourself option before finally

Relaxing

admitting I need the professionals.

Lucy uses a chemical exfoliation

am revived and refreshed and my skin

After subjecting my face to the trauma

involving enzymes and acids to loosen

feels absolutely wonderful.

of squeezed lemon and raw garlic

the bond between skin cells.

those people who keep trying the

toner, I tell Lucy, the beauty specialist, that my face needs help.

She explains that treating your skin

then splashes on a toner and applies a light moisturiser and sunscreen. I

Next, she directs a thin relaxing vapour of warm steam to my face.

This helps soften any blackheads

to a regular facial will cleanse your face

and whiteheads to be extracted. She

thoroughly and take away any toxins

removes them and applies a toner to

and dead skin cells.

close the pores.

As Lucy walks me to my treatment

After the toning, she eases into

room, I know my journey to luxury has

the facial massage and works the

Ka ya Spa & Studio

Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 20 7120171/ 7200656 Email: kaya@tribehotel-kenya.com

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Escape

Specialist Bunson division will focus on safaris

B

unson Safari is a new division

packages, sports and event packages

Mara to providing travel insurance to

of Bunson Travel Services

in Kenya, Africa and worldwide. The

arranging tickets for various events.

/ Carlson Wagonlit Travel

dedicated members of Bunson Safari’s

Bunson Safari is not a one-stop travel

Kenya. It will handle leisure and tours

leisure team will be pleased to tailor a

shop; it is a family business catering for

for both existing clients and new

holiday or safari to suit the customer’s

a range of clients, from large multi-

customers.

own preferences.

nationals to individual travellers in

This division will provide clients with carefully planned safaris, leisure

Optimum

As well as dealing with leisure travel and tours, Bunson has handled

Bunson Travel has over 60 years’

weddings in East Africa, popular

experience in this sector. Bunson

culture events such as the Johannes-

Safari can provide clients with the best

burg Joy of Jazz Festival, and various

deals on their leisure travel by negoti-

sporting events. The company handled

ating optimum rates with some of the

the 2010 FIFA World Cup and is agent

world’s best holiday destinations.

for the 2014 World Cup. In addition

Bunson Safari aims to add value

to football, the company continues to

through its ability to handle every

handle packages for Formula 1, Rugby

aspect of travel, from air fares to

Sevens and other sporting events.

booking accommodation in the Masai

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search of adventure.

As well as providing a professional

Bunson Safari aims to add value through its ability to handle every aspect of travel

service to its clients, Bunson, as a tour

getaway. Whether they are travelling

operator, has a responsibility attitude

to Delhi to watch the Formula 1; to the

to Kenya’s wildlife, nature and people.

Masai Mara to see the Great Migration;

The company supports pro-wildlife

or simply booking a flight to Mombasa,

campaigns such as Elephants 4 Kenya

Bunson will provide them with a

as well as various education initia-

professional service.

tives. The tourism sector is one of the

Fun fact: Christmas 1948 was the

biggest in the country and Bunson is

company’s first venture into travel from

aware of its responsibility to maintain

being an insurance outfit. Children

the natural resources that make Kenya

at a school in the UK could not travel

such a special destination.

back to Kenya to be with their families

Professional

To make a reservation, please contact:

Bunson Safari

Level 1, Next to Zucchini Tel: +254 (20)712 1235/ 712 2080/ 3685 990-999 Email: info@carlsonwagonlit.co.ke Web: www.bunsontravel.com

during the school holidays, so Bunson chartered a 27-seater Viking aircraft to bring them out. It was a three-day

Customers can visit one of Bunson’s

journey from London with various

branches at Village Market, Junction

stops before landing at Nairobi. The

Shopping Mall or its head office at Park

trip was so successful that more

Place Building and talk to one of its

charters were scheduled, marking the

consultants about booking their next

launch of Bunson Travel Services.

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For 4x4 bliss, get the right ‘shoes’

Tyre tips

By Reema Doshi, PR & Marketing Manager, Kingsway Tyres Ltd

A

Toyota Hilux Double Cab –

The alternative tyre sizes are stated in

the driver’s door latch) and get your

that is the car of my dreams!

the car manual – or you could just ask

wheels balanced and aligned, too.

I ogle any Double Cab that

our Kingsway Tyres technicians.

Be sure, especially with 4x4s, not

passes me by on the road. As much

The quality of tyre you choose is

as I have been told they are uncom-

important. Whether you are on the

the pressure and see that the tyre is

fortable to drive, I have totally loved

road or off it, you want to fit tyres

in good serviceable condition. If it

being driven in one.

you can rely on. The brands at our

has been damaged, get it repaired or

Kingsway Tyres outlets include Apollo,

replaced.

There are many such four-wheel-

to overlook the spare wheel. Check

drive vehicles you may want, love,

BF Goodrich, Hercules, Kumho and

have or even just rent to drive. But why

Michelin. They cater for all your vehicle

for you to check when sourcing tyres

would you need such a vehicle?

applications. For example, Michelin XZL

for your 4x4 vehicle. At least, it will

or BF Goodrich Mud Terrains are your

help me when I upgrade my vehicle

of. Depending on the kind of work you

‘pure bliss’ off road tyres. For on-and-

from my current Toyota IST (with the

do, our roads in the major towns and

off-road use, the Apollo Hawkz, BF

Michelin XM2 tyres that are still going

outskirts would definitely need a big

Goodrich All Terrains, Kumho Road

strong) to a Double Cab.

sturdy car to deal with the conditions. Or

Venture KL78s and Michelin Latitude

you might be into off-roading events. Or

Cross will all give you a safe and

with any further queries you may have,

like me, you may just love to travel and

comfortable driving experience.

or drop us a line on our Facebook page.

There are several reasons I can think

follow the trail where it takes you. And, finally, you may be a fashionista who loves driving a big car in the city.

Safety

The reason I bring this up is because

Your bottom line for 4x4 tyres should

it is relevant to the type of tyres you fit.

be safety, durability and performance

You can choose from on-road tyres (as

at an affordable price.

fitted, for example, to an SUV), driven

is another key factor in main-

(for example, a Land Rover Defender),

taining your 4x4 tyres and

driven mainly on dirt or murram roads;

vehicle. The part of your tyre

and on/off-road tyres which, as you

actually in contact with the

have probably guessed, I would put on

road is only about the size

my Double Cab to drive both on tarmac

of a man’s hand; this link

and on my trips away in the bundus.

grips the road, carries

Safe driving!

the entire weight of your car, responds to driving input (steering, accelera-

The choice of tyre size, as I got to

tion, braking) and absorbs

know well during my years in tyre

every obstacle on the

marketing, depends on the manufac-

road. So you have to make

turer’s specifications. Take the example

sure you don’t wear off your

of my Double Cab (it surely will be

tread without noticing.

mine soon). The older models of this

Do visit our branch at Village Market

Product aside, tyre service

mainly on tarmac roads; off-road tyres

Quality

These are just a few quick points

You can do this by checking

Hilux took 245 70 R16 or 31 x 10.5 R15

your tyre pressures regularly

tyres. But the newer versions come

(the correct pressures are shown

fitted with 265 65 R17 or 265 70 R16.

in your manual and on a sticker on

Kingswa y Tyres

1st Level, next to Tribe Hotel Tel: +254 (20) 7120171 www.kingswaytyres.com Facebook: Kingswaytyres

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Village Mom

The perfect hang-out for

By Kamal Kaur*

W

lively teens

hen I was growing up,

activities being offered in one place

I went through a phase

for everyone, from little kids to senior

when my mom, from

citizens and everyone in between?

being the most awesome mom in the

My kids love to go bowling and as

world, turned into someone who told

they’ve grown older they find it’s not

me to keep my room clean and spend

that uncool to go for a game with me.

less time on the phone. From being a

They also love to watch movies, play

woman who indulged my whims, she

mini golf and spend a day at the water

became stricter with me and insisted I

slides. I’ve been once on those slides and

studied harder.

Now that I’m a mom I find myself giving the same lectures to my daughter

for a few moments I felt I had a meaningful conversation with my Maker.

For the teens, it’s a great mall to hang

and son – mostly my daughter. I’m not

out and do stuff with their friends. There

as strict, but I do stress and worry about

is so much to choose from and, if all else

basic mommy things.

fails, they can always watch a movie and

Activities

have a great meal in the Food Court.

The best thing is that it’s a family atmosphere and you don’t feel

One thing I’m totally OK with is when

awkward being there with your younger

she asks if she can hang out with her

kids. Also the ‘No alcohol served to

friends at The Village Market. I know

under 18s’ rule is strictly enforced.

you’ll think I have strong bias, but where else will you get all the fantastic

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You just can’t go wrong letting your kids hang out at The Village Market.

*Kamal Kaur is an unofficial taxi-driver to her two kids, impulsive shopper, media person and foodie.

villAge DiAry

Village Diary

August

sePteMBer

Mobilcasa Furniture Exhibition

The Candy Store Fair

A distinctive array of exclusive hand-made furniture designed with innovation and creativity. Furniture is 100 per cent mahogany and offers variety and uniqueness. On display will be outdoor, living room and lounge furniture, beds and a variety of home accessories.

Nairobi VIP Presents the Candy Store Fair. Get ready for a sugar high at this ‘sweet tooth’ event in conjunction with dealers in the confectionery and snacks industry. For more information contact nairobivip@gmail.com

Date: 14 to 27 August location: exhibition hall time: 10 am to 7 pm daily

Gifted Hands II

Date: 29 August to 8 september location: exhibition hall time: 10 am to 7 pm daily

Date: 7 september location: the village Market time: From 10 am

David Aruna Exhibition Date: 9 to 16 september location: exhibition hall time: 10 am to 7 pm daily

Exhibition by artists from Umoja Art Gallery in Uganda.

A showcase of paintings based on realism and non-realism that portray the rich culture and fascinating activities of Africa. Paintings with 3D effects.

Quinn Peaks Furniture Exhibition

Bezalel Ngabo Exhibition

Quinnpeaks furniture is your stop for unique and exciting furniture. The designs bring out the natural look and feel of the various wood types, giving each piece a character of its own.

Exhibition by the Congolese artist who combines a refined use of colours with, often but not always, abstract techniques. Recurring themes in his work are masks and faces. Some of his finest wildlife paintings will be on view.

Date: 29 August to 8 september location: exhibition hall time: 10 am to 7 pm daily

Garden World

Date: 30 August to 1 september 2013 location: 3rd level time: 10 am to 6 pm daily

The Village Market hosts the first Garden World Outdoor and Leisure Furniture exhibition. This three-day event will showcase garden furniture, landscapers, plants and outdoor accessories. Entrance is free.

Green Corner Eco-Market

Date: every fi rst and last tuesday of the month location: Main entrance time: 10 am to 6 pm daily

The Village Market hosts vendors of green products in a unique showcase of eco-friendly ideas, products and innovations for everyday living. We invite buyers, suppliers, creators and developers of eco-conscious products and services to this unique platform.

Pots And Plants

Date: every wednesday of the month location: Main entrance & Food court time: 10 am to 6 pm daily

Calling all lovers and enthusiasts of gardening to the weekly pots and plants sale, every Wednesday, with vendors of plants and gardening accessories offering their products for sale.

Date: 27 september to 8 October location: exhibition hall time: 10 am to 7 pm daily

The Village Inter-Schools Jazz Festival Date: 27 to 29 september location: Food court time: From 2 pm daily

The Village Market Food Court comes alive with exhilarating performances as it hosts the first Inter-Schools Jazz Festival featuring schools with distinguished music programmes. During the three-day festival, school jazz bands will perform sets on jazz interpretations and influences. There will be a surprise guest performance. Come and support emerging talent. Entry is free.

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

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A to Z

THE VILLAGE MARKET AT A GLANCE Food & Restaurants Arlecchinno Art Caffé Bierlink Dorman’s Coffee House German Point Jiko – Tribe Hotel Khazana Orchid Osteria Gigiri Planet Yogurt Pomodoro Pizzeria Prime Cuts Deli Revive Juice Bar Ro-Ro Chinese Fast Food Ro-Ro Chinese Restaurant Sea World Seven Seafood & Grill Steers & Debonairs Pizza Tamambo Bar & Grill Taste of Africa Thai Village Tiramisu

Fashion & Accessories Adele Dejak Athens Barton Bata City Walk Coco Chic Diana’s Boutique Fabric Gallery Fahari Bridal Haute Perfumerie Identity Jaishiv Khazana Jit Gems

Jooal Kazuri Beads Kikoy Company Kwanza Lavent Istanbul Made in Africa Mille Collines Nairobi Sports House Oltre One Way Salvatore di Francesca Sandstorm Trevor Collection Woolworths

Health & Beauty Belladonna Pharmacy Dream Nails Elixir Health Grassroots Jaff’s Optical Salon Malibu Salon Natalie Spa Siam Taut Village Dental Clinic

Arts, Crafts & Gifts Arabian Corner Artz Gallery Blue Rhino Handcraft Centre Jit Crafts Kitengela Hot Glass One Der Box Slippers Glitter Toy World Wishes

Financial Services

Essentials

Barclays Prestige Centre Cenhi Ltd CFC Stanbic Bank Chase Bank Commercial Bank of Africa Co-op Bank ATM Diamond Trust Bank Eco Bank ATM Equity ATM Imperial Bank Kenya Commercial Bank NIC Bank Standard Chartered ATM Village Forex Bureau VSF International (K) Ltd

All Times News Stand Blue Lily Flower Shop Catermart Essential Communication Solutions H2O (Pure Flow) Nakumatt Nokia Shop Personal Systems Pets & Pots Power Innovations Ltd Prime Cuts Butchery Sugar Candy Technology House Westlands Sundries Zeus Development Co Ltd Zucchini Greengrocers

Other Services

Furniture & Furnishings

AA Driving School Bobby Pall Photography Bunson Travel Services DHL Global Forwarding Kenya Airways Sales Office Kenya Valuers Estate Agents Kingsway Tyre Centre Kiwi Shop KK Security Phoenix Safaris Post Office Safaricom Service Centre Schofield & Associates Shifaz Vet Clinic Tintoria Drycleaners Village Photoshop Wynton House of Music

1001 Pots (Home Décor) Casa In Kashmir Arts Palacina Interiors Past & Present Persian Carpets Pinkopallino Sweet Dreams

Recreation & Entertainment Dream Zone Playground Hi-Tide Water Park Putt-O-Mania Mini Golf Starflix Theatres Tin Man Pool Hall

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Village Market

essential contacts & INFORMATION All Times News Stand

Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm Tel: 0721 888222/ 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 prestige.village-market@barclays.com

Belladonna Pharmacy

Monday to Saturday: 8.30 pm to 8.30 pm Sunday & Public Holidays: 10 am to 7.30 pm Tel: +254 20 7122141 / 0735 122147 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 (Carlson Wagonlit Kenya)

Monday to Friday: 8.30 am to 5 pm Sunday: 9.30 am to 12 noon Tel: +254 20 7121235/7124757/7122080 info@bunsontravel.co.ke

Commercial Bank of Africa (CBA) Monday to Friday: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12 noon Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed Tel: +254 20 7120263/346 0710 60235/ 0737 800170

Chase Bank

Monday to Friday: 10 am to 5 pm Saturday: 10 am to 2 pm Sunday: 11 am to 2 pm Tel: +254 20 2774262/ 263

Dormans Coffee Shop

Monday to Thursday: 8 am to 6.30 pm Friday & Saturday: 8.30 am to 10 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 7 pm Tel: +254 20 2082379/ 0702 978945/ 0722 589521 Email: dorman@village.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/ 7120241 +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 7120847 Email: villagemarket@kcb.co.ke

Management & Security Office

Safaricom Customer Care Centre

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 10 am to 4 pm Tel: +254 20 4272349/ 2372 Email: villagemarket@safaricom.co.ke

Shifaz Veterinary Clinic

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12 noon Sunday: 10 am to 11 am Public Holidays: On appointment Tel: +254 7124166/ 0722 511761/ 0733 775064

Starflix Theatres

Level 3, Opposite Superbowl Open daily Tel: +254 716 883872

Superbowl

Monday to Thursday: 9 am to 11 pm Friday to Sunday: 9 am to 12 midnight Tel: +254 20 7123141 Email: recreation@villagemarket-kenya.com

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

The Village Market Taxi Service

Nakumatt Supermarket

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12.30 pm Tel: +254 20 7122460/ 0733 8365081/ 0722 154903 villagedental@nbi.ispkenya.com

Monday to Sunday: 8.30 am to 8 pm Tel: +254 20 7122507/8/9 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 041791/2 Email: moveinfo@nic-bank.com

Phoenix Safaris

Available 24 hours daily Tel: 0717 207662

Village Dental Clinic

Technology House Kenya Ltd Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5 pm Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm Tel: +254 20 7122905/ 0722 510343 / 0734 510343/ 0710 888888 Email: shrikesh@techhouse.co.ke

Tintoria Drycleaners

Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 6 pm Saturday: 9.30 am to 4.30 pm Tel: +254 20 7124172

Monday to Friday: 7.30 pm 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

Diamond Trust Bank

Post Office

Tribe Hotel

Prime Cuts Butchery

Village Market Forex Bureau

DHL

Monday to Friday: 8 am to 8 pm Sundays & Public Holidays: 8 am to 4 pm Tel: +254 20 7122270/ 7122271/ 2357982 0 711 300003/ 0733 440074 Email: info@dtbkenya.co.ke

Monday to Friday: 9 am to 5.30 pm Saturday: 9 am to 12.30 pm Tel: 0735 764673

Monday to Saturday: 9 am to 6 pm Sunday: 9 am to 3 pm Tel: +254 20 2199300/ 3513506-7 Email: butchery@primecuts.co.ke

Monday to Saturday: 7 am to 7 pm Sunday: Closed Tel: +254 20 7122984 Email: tintoria@wananchi.com

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

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 7122901/473

Zucchini Greengrocers

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Monday to Sunday: 9 am to 7 pm Tel: +254 20 7120403/ 0733 057063